SOW_EBHD_Electric_Transformers_Upgrade_Pole_Removal_12-14-2023_-_Final_1.docx

EBHD Dam Site Electric Utility Rehab - Transformers & Poles

Statement of Work

1.0 - Abbreviations, Definitions, and Acronyms The Bureau of Reclamation commonly uses the following definitions listed below:

2.0 - Introduction The Bureau of Reclamation, Upper Colorado Basin Region, Albuquerque Area Office, (Reclamation) has a need to remove and upgrade some of the current electrical service at Elephant Butte Historic District (EBHD) Dam Site Recreation Area. The work is part of a larger utility rehab project but due to the electric transformers and poles belonging to the local cooperative, Sierra Electric Cooperative, Inc. (Sierra Electric), a separate sole source contract with them is required for their portion of the work. This work includes removing existing deteriorated light poles and lines and furnishing and installing new transformers and secondary underground feeders to the project site.

2.1 – Location and Hours of Operations The Reclamation facility is located near State Highway 51 south east of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico 87901 in Sierra County at Latitude 3308′56.33" and Longitude 10711′19.59".

Reclamation’s standard business hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM MST except federal holidays.

2.2 – Site Visit A site visit can be scheduled during normal duty hours by contacting the COR as follows:

Hannah Schechter 555 Broadway Blvd. N.E., Suite 100 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102-2352

(505) 362-2877 hschechter@usbr.gov The current period of performance for this SOW is 304 days after the Notice to Proceed. Adjustments to the schedule will be considered if fall/early winter weather will impact quality and safety during the project activities/tasks.

2.3 - Background Congress authorized the construction of Elephant Butte Dam on February 25, 1905, with construction beginning in 1911. The EBHD area consists of approximately 130 acres and 65 different structures, 32 of which are recorded on the National Register of Historic Places. Reclamation owns all buildings and assets within the Historic District. Several original structures were built during the construction of the dam between 1911-1916 while others were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s and 1940s.

Two of the original buildings are the water tank and old Reclamation administrative building that now serves as a Lodge. The CCC came in and added the majority of the recreation assets including 2 of the houses in Hospital Canyon, 15 of the casitas, the fish hatchery area, the RV park, and numerous trails and beautiful rock retaining walls throughout the area.

The area was under a lease agreement with New Mexico State Parks but was turned back to Reclamation in 2015 due to the needed improvements and little financial assistance through the Title 28 cost share agreement. The area is currently open to the public (with the exception of the restaurant) and is temporarily managed by a licensee while a concession contract is being put into place.

Reclamation’s first step was to address immediate safety concerns at EBHD. Reclamation has addressed or is currently addressing the immediate needs. Additional improvements are needed considering the infrastructure is at the end of its useful life or past its useful life. The improvements made to safety and infrastructure will enhance the likelihood of potential businesses bidding for a concession contract for the area. These required safety improvements include a geotechnical investigation at the restaurant, infrastructure upgrades including electric, water, wastewater, roofing, signage, and other recreation related upgrades.

The facility is a smoke-, drug-, and alcohol-free facility.

2.4 – North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) This work will comply with the NAICS 237130- Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction latest edition (2022) as well as all IEEE and NFPA Codes.

2.5 - Purpose The purpose for Sierra Electric to upgrade the service to the Dam Site RV Park and Main Parking Lot is so the Technical Services Center EBHD Utility Rehab design can be constructed. The RV Park will be upgraded to have new electric pedestals with 50amp, 30amp and 20amp outlets. The Main Parking Lot will be upgraded with two DC Fast Charging electric vehicle stations. The current transformers in both locations are not big enough to service these upgrades. The electric poles need to be removed to allow for the electric line to be buried to reduce visual impacts of poles in the historic district as well as reducing the potential safety hazard of old poles breaking and having live wires in trees. Two light poles will also be removed to allow for new dark-sky compliant lights to be installed in strategic locations to allow star gazing but not sacrificing safety.

2.6 – Scope The following bulleted list of work tasks shall be performed in accordance with these specifications and applicable standards. The Contractor shall perform the following key tasks:

· Service upgrade to Dam Site RV Park

· Service upgrade to Dam Site main parking lot

· Remove old transformers, set new transformers, run feeder wires to panels

· Remove the following Sierra Electric owned poles from Dam Site Main Parking Lot and Dam Site RV Park: 20559, 20558, 20557, 21044, 20561, un-numbered poles (between 21190 and 21185), 21185, 21042, 15654, 20562, 21188

· Remove Sierra Electric owned lights: 20703, 20704

Work will be coordinated with Reclamation and other contractor working to install new electric lines at Dam Site Recreation Area.

Purchase of the transformers shall occur as soon as possible so Sierra Electric is ready to begin installation by July 1, 2024. Sierra Electric will coordinate with the Reclamation COR on the removal of the poles and installation of the new transformers. Removal and installation of Sierra Electric equipment will occur between July 1, 2024, and May 1, 2025. NEPA and cultural compliance must be completed and authorization from COR must be in writing prior to any onsite work beginning (removal of transformers, poles or lights).

3.0 - Reference Standards These standards are part of the specifications:

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

NEMA TR 1 (R2000)- Transformers, Regulators and Reactors, Audible Sound Levels Single-Phase Overhead PS201001EN

10 CFR Part 431- Department of Energy- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Distribution Transformers; Final Rule.

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

· NFPA 70-2020 National Electric Code (NEC)

Reclamation Safety and Health Standards (RSHS):

4.0 - Submittals The contractor shall submit the following for Government review and approval:

· Prepare in English.

· Label with contract number and title including Required Submittal Number (RSN).

· Measurement Units: US Customary Units.

· Provide a unique transmittal tracking number for each submittal.

· Required certifications shall be performed by a registered professional.

· Manufacturer’s certifications shall be signed by authorized representative.

· Review of submittals:

· Time required: The Government will require a minimum of 14 days to review and/or approve each submittal or resubmittal, unless otherwise specified.

· Excess Time: Should the Government require additional time for review, the Contracting Officer may extend the contract completion date to allow completion of work. Time extension will be to the extent that the excess review time caused delay to contract completion.

· Submit the following for Government review and approval:

· Submittal Types:

· A – Action requiring Government approval

· I – Informational requires Government review and written receipt

· Submit electronic copies for review and approval to Hannah Schechter, COR at hschechter@usbr.gov

Submittal Table

5.0 - General Requirements Contractor and Government personnel shall perform all work using professional and respectful interactions. The Contractor shall use good housekeeping processes and cleanup all work areas at completion of a workday. All discarded materials, debris, and trash shall be contained and removed from the project site at a minimum weekly and disposed of according to local requirements.

Contractor is responsible for the security of all equipment and materials on site. In addition, all material shipments, transportation, and storage are the responsibility of the Contractor.

Comply with the requirements of the International Building Code (IBC 2015). The following paragraphs provide Reclamation’s objectives for these construction activities.

5.1 – Upgrade Electric Service Remove existing deteriorated light poles and electric poles and lines. Furnish and install new transformers and secondary underground feeders to project site.

Utility Coordination Size transformers and feeder conductors to meter service in accordance with Sierra Electric standards.

Purchase correctly sized transformer for Dam Site RV Park for service upgrade and correctly sized transformer for Dam Site Main Parking Lot for service upgrade.

Visual & mechanical inspection by Sierra Electric.

Inspect physical and mechanical condition. Transformers exhibiting damaged parts, broken securing devices or dirty from a lack of proper shipping shall be cause for rejection.

Verify tightness of accessible bolted electrical connections by calibrated torque wrench method. Thermographic survey is not required.

Perform specific inspections and mechanical tests as recommended by manufacturer.

Verify correct equipment grounding.

Demo Demo of Sierra Electric-owned power and light poles in accordance with NEPA and cultural requirements.

Poles 20559, 20558, 20557, 21044, 20561, xxxx (un-numbered poles between 21190 and 21185), 21185, 21042, 15654, 20562, 21188 Light Poles 20703 and 20704 Electrical Tests Perform tests in accordance with NETA ATS and applicable IEEE standards.

6.0 – Security and Safety This section describes the security and safety requirements for this Reclamation facility. The following sub-sections provide additional details for various considerations on this effort.

6.1 - Security The contractor shall not access any sensitive areas without escort from Reclamation personnel.

6.2 - Safety Contractor and its subcontractors shall comply and incorporate into their safety and health programs/plans the following safety requirements:

· Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Part 1926 Construction.

· Reclamation Safety and Health Standards (RSHS) which can be found at the following website: https://www.usbr.gov/ssle/safety/RSHS/rshs.html.

The contractor and its subcontractors (if applicable) shall promptly report all facts regarding accidents, near miss(es), emergencies, and/or mishaps involving Government property damage or injury to Government personnel and to cooperate in any resulting safety investigation.

The contractor shall notify the COR and CO by one of the following methods: in person, by telephone, and/or by email within four hours of all incidents. Reclamation’s personnel will notify Reclamation’s Safety and Health office. The contractor shall immediately secure the incident area and any damaged property. If requested by Reclamation Safety and Health office, the Contractor shall submit all pertinent maintenance and training records for equipment or personnel involved in the safety incident(s). If the Government investigates the safety incident, the contractor and the subcontractors shall cooperate fully and assist the Government personnel with the investigation.

7.0 – Provided to Offeror

7.1 – Point of Contact The following key Government personnel are

7.2 – Government provided Utilities No restroom will be provided.

If project work requires disconnection of any utilities such as electrical, water, HVAC equipment, etc. coordinate with and provide a minimum of 48-hour notice to the COR.

7.3 - Drawings Contractor shall submit As-Built drawing according to the United States National CAD Standards - Version 6.0.