SOW__Burn_Cell_Complex_Tear_Out_and_Build_In.pdf

THE BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS and EXPLOSIVES

FIRE INVESTIGATION AND ARSON ENFORCEMENT DIVISION, FIRE

PROGRAMS AND TRAINING BRANCH

STATEMENT OF WORK

1.1 Introduction.

This is a statement of work (SOW) for labor and materials required to Tear-Out, Build-In the interiors and maintain exteriors of the National Fire Academy’s (NFA) “Burn Cell Complex” located at the National Emergency Training Center, 16825 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727. This SOW includes Other Direct Costs (ODC) for materials and fabrication associated with temporary demonstration structures and modifications to existing demonstration structures in support of training programs administered by the Fire Programs and Training Branch.

1.2 Background

1.2.1 Training Background

ATF is the primary Federal Law Enforcement agency with Fire and Explosive related jurisdiction that conducts Critical Incident, Post Fire and Post Blast, and Origin and Cause Investigative Training. ATF has partnered with the United States Fire Administration to deliver science-based technical fire investigations training to ATF Special Agents, State and Local Public Safety personnel as well as International students at the National Fire Academy. To facilitate the delivery of these classes, and reinforce classroom concepts, the students observe live fire demonstrations and conduct fire origin and cause investigations of actual fire scenes.

1.2.2 Fire Range Configuration

The burn cell complex is located within the National Fire Academy’s Training Facility located in Emmitsburg, MD. The burn cell complex includes two (2) flashover cells, seven

(7) practical exercise burn cells and one complex burn building.

1.2.1 Objectives

The requirements of the contract are stated in the terms of objectives and standards desired for providing labor and materials required to remove fire damaged construction materials and contents from the aforementioned burn cell complex training cells. The training cells will be rehabbed with installation of new ½” sheetrock, doors, windows, electrical components. Further, the contractor will conduct general maintenance of the practical exercise cells as needed. This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the labor to be performed to meet the stated contract objectives. The contractor shall ensure that the construction of the training cells is completed in a timely manner which adheres to the NFA/ATF training schedules. The contractor must be flexible enough and have sufficient resources to perform the rehab of the seven (7) practical exercise burn cells, two (2) flashover cells and one (1) large multi-room burn cell within a three day period.

1.2.2 The contractor shall provide the labor, tools, materials and equipment necessary to facilitate the Tear Out and Build In of the burn range complex and ensure that the construction meets the needs of the Fire Programs and Training Branch in order to maintain the standard of excellence expected of ATF fire investigations training.

1.3 Scope

The focus of this contract is the labor and materials required to “Tear Out and Build In” practical exercise burn/flashover cells as described in Paragraph 1.2.2 in such a fashion that it is acceptable for usage in the National Fire Academy/ATF’s delivery of fire investigations training.

Part 2. Definitions

2.1 Specific Contract Definitions

2.1.1 Burn Cell Complex: An approximate one and one-half acre area located on the southern end of the National Emergency Training Center grounds. The complex includes eight (8) burn cells, two (2) flashover cells, a complex burn building, fire modeling shed and a storage barn that contains a workshop. Students conduct fire origin and cause investigations of fires set within the burn cells and complex burn structure as well as watch the fire development, growth, phase progression and decay of actual fires. Reference burn range complex diagram.

2.1.2 Flashover Cell: The flashover cells (2ea) sit side by side and are constructed of concrete with 2” X 4” studding that is 24” on center. The flashover cells measure approximately 10’X 13’X 8’ (inside dimensions) and are unique in that one of the four walls is missing so as to enable the students to view a fires growth and development. There is a 2’ concrete drop wall from the ceiling where the forth wall would normally be. Reference photo.

2.1.3 Burn Cell: The burn cells (7ea) sit adjacent to the Flashover Cells and are constructed of concrete with 2” X 4” studding 24” on center. The Burn Cells measure approximately 13’ X 9’ X 8’ (interior dimensions) with one door measuring 36” X 80”. Four (4) of the burn cells have one window measuring 24”X 36” with the remaining three (3) burn cells having two windows of the same dimensions. Each burn cell has a breaker panel affixed to the east exterior wall. Reference photo.

2.1.4 Multi-Room Burn Cell: The multi-room burn cell is constructed of concrete with 2”x 4” studding. The multi-room cell measures approximately 40’x 14’ (exterior dimensions) with a total of nine (9) exterior openings designed to accommodate various quantity configurations of metal doors measuring 36”x 80” and windows measuring 24”x 36”. The multi-room burn cell interior is designed to accommodate various floorplans. The multi-room burn cell has an electric breaker panel affixed to the east exterior wall.

Part 3. Requirements

The contractor shall provide the tasks below:

3.1.1 The “TEAR OUT” phase. Remove all furniture, appliances, contents, sheetrock, windows, doors, electrical receptacles and switches from the individual flashover and burn cells.

Place all of the aforementioned debris into a contractor supplied dumpster for removal from the burn range complex. Ensure that the work area is clean and free of nails and screws by sweeping the pad area at the end of each workday.

3.1.2 The “BUILD IN” phase. Hang mud and tape sheetrock on wall and ceiling surfaces. Paint interior walls and ceiling. Install windows, doors, duplex receptacles, light switches, light fixtures, baseboard trim, protective layer of sheetrock on floor surface, carpet, electrical boxes and associated wiring. Replace fire damaged wall studs, ceiling joist, window and door frames as needed. While in the “Build In ”Phase , the contractor will ensure that the work area is kept clean and free of nails and screws sweeping the pad area at the end of the workday. Place all scrap materials into contractor supplied dumpster for removal from the burn range complex. All materials are to be provided by the contractor and should be included in bid.

3.1.3 The contractor is expected to perform work on the below listed projects:

a) FLASHOVER CELLS

1) Sheetrock shall be installed on the inside, bottom and outside up to roof level of the

2’ drop wall located on the viewing port side of the flashover cells.

2) The contractor shall install ½” sheetrock on the inside of the FLASHOVER CELLS walls and ceiling.

3) One opening shall be left in the ceiling for a sprinkler head.

4) One opening shall be left in the south wall for install a duplex receptacle.

5) One duplex receptacles shall be installed in each flashover cell.

6) All seams shall be covered with paper tape and two separate applications of mud making sure to allow sufficient drying time before the second application of mud.

7) The sub floors shall be covered with ½”sheetrock for protection of concrete slab.

8) Carpet 10x13 feet shall be provided for instillation on burn days.

9) Wood wall studs and ceiling joists shall be replaced as needed.

10) The work area shall be kept clean and free of debris (nails and sheetrock screws) as emergency vehicles transit the area of the FLASHOVER CELLS.

11) The contractor shall install and remove the aforementioned materials.

b) BURN CELLS

1) All walls and the ceiling shall be covered with ½” sheetrock.

2) Openings in the sheetrock shall be allowed for one sprinkler head in the ceiling and four (4) duplex electrical receptacles on the four walls.

3) All seams and joints shall be covered with paper tape and two separate applications of mud allowing for the first application to completely dry before the application of the second layer of mud.

4) Four (4) duplex receptacles, one light switch and one ceiling mounted light fixture with bulb shall be installed in each burn cell.

5) 14 AWG wiring shall be installed in each burn cell.

6) Sheetrock or other approved coverings shall be installed over the sub floors for protection of concrete slab.

7) Hollow core doors and associated hardware (knobs, hinges) shall be installed in each burn cell.

8) Windows shall be installed in each burn cell. A minimum of one (1) and maximum of two (2) doors shall be installed dependent upon the burn cell design.

9) The walls and ceiling shall be painted.

10) Carpet and baseboard trim shall be installed in each burn cell.

11) Gypsum board or an alternate protective covering approved by the COR shall be installed above and around the windows and doors.

12) Wood wall studs, ceiling joists, wiring and exterior protective material (i.e. tin or other approved material) shall be replaced as needed. Exterior surfaces shall be power washed and painted as needed.

13) The work area shall be kept clean and free of debris (nails and sheetrock screws) as emergency vehicles transit the area of the BURN CELLS.

14) The contractor shall install and remove the aforementioned materials.

c) MULTI-ROOM BURN CELL

1) All walls and the ceiling shall be covered with ½” sheetrock.

2) All seams and joints shall be covered with paper tape and two separate applications of mud allowing for the first application to completely dry before the application of the second layer of mud.

3) Duplex receptacles, single pole light switches, three way light switches and ceiling mounted light fixtures with bulbs shall be installed in the mulit-room cell which will accommodate various interior configurations.

4) 14 AWG wiring shall be installed in each burn cell.

5) Sheetrock or other approved coverings shall be installed over the sub floors for protection of concrete slab.

6) Interior hollow core doors and associated hardware shall be installed. A minimum of two (2) and maximum of three (3) doors shall be installed dependent upon the interior floorplan configuration.

7) Exterior metal doors shall be installed. A minimum of two (2) and maximum of three (3) doors shall be installed dependent upon the interior configuration.

8) Windows shall be installed. A minimum of three (3) and maximum of four (5) windows shall be installed dependent upon interior floorplan configuration.

9) Carpet and baseboard trim shall be installed.

10) Gypsum board or an alternate protective covering approved by the COR shall be installed above and around the windows and doors.

11) Wood wall studs, ceiling joists, wiring and exterior protective material (i.e. gypsum board or other approved material) shall be replaced as needed. Exterior surfaces shall be power washed and painted as needed.

12) The work area shall be kept clean and free of debris (nails and sheetrock screws) as emergency vehicles transit the area of the MULTI-ROOM CELL.

13) The contractor shall install and remove the aforementioned materials.

d) NFA Operational/Other Direct Cost (ODC) Support

1) Purchase and replenish supplies, materials and labor, as necessary to fulfill the needs of the services being requested to support ATF training objectives.

Assembly of temporary structures may include temporary flashover/burn cells, wall configurations, flooring and roof assemblies, electrical components, windows, doors designed for limited or one-time use as needed in the delivery of NFA/Fire Programs and Training Branch’s course offerings and/or demonstrations. Modifications of existing structures may include installation of additional windows, doors, and electrical system components. All purchases need prior approval of the COR or his/her government designee prior to purchase.

2) The contractor shall have a purchase system/mechanism in place to meet ATF’s unique, time-sensitive requirements.

3) The contractor cannot exceed the amount for ODC obligated on the contract and shall meet the requirements defined in the ODC section of this SOW.

4) Space is available at the NFA to accommodate the storage of construction, building supplies and materials on a limited project basis with approval of the

COR.

3.3 General Requirements

3.3.1 Maintain a hazard free area surrounding the Burn Cell Complex.

3.3.2 Place all debris to include furniture, appliances, contents and scrap materials in dumpster(s) or transport from the worksite.

3.3.3 No storage of contractor supplies and/or equipment is authorized at the NFA burn range complex unless approved by the COR.

3.3.4 Turn off all utilities after completion of work. Insure all equipment and building material are properly secured.

3.3.5 Insure that burn range complex is secured at the end of the workday.

3.3.6 Provide all labor, supplies, equipment, and materials required to tear out/build in designated number of burn and flashover cells as needed for each class.

3.4 Special Requirements

3.4.1 All contract personnel shall be subjected to a USFA background suitability determination prior to conducting work on NETC property.

3.4.3 All contract personnel shall display NETC individual security badges and vehicle passes at all times when on NETC property.

3.4.4 Contractor shall be present when the COR is conducting required inspections of the work completed in order to approve the task as complete and satisfactory or make on the spot corrections.

3.4.5 The contractor shall be on call at all times and have the ability to respond within a 24 hour period to correct defects in work or necessary repairs brought about by weather from the time of project completion to time of burn and flashover cell scheduled use.

3.5 Other Requirements

3.5.1 The contractor shall provide staff trained in Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations. The contractor must supply his/her personnel with respiratory equipment so as to limit their exposure to dust hazards. Employees without the proper equipment will not be allowed on the burn cell complex. Applicable state and local health and safety codes also apply.

3.5.2 The contractor shall maintain training and safety records of compliance with OSHA and submit documentation to the appropriate authority of compliance, when requested, for any staff used at the NETC burn range complex. The contractor site supervisor shall be OSHA 30 certified.

3.5.3 The contractor shall comply with any and all security protocols and rules set forth by the National Emergency Training Center.

3.5.4 The performance of this Agreement is subject to any circumstance making it legal or impossible to perform, including acts of nature and civil disaster (only those events that directly affect the location of performance, not to include fluctuations in price based on events in other locations), war, government regulations and strikes.

3.5.5 The contractor shall comply with any and all security protocols and rules set forth by the National Emergency Training Center.