19AQMM24R0094 BAS and HVAC Support Soliciation.pdf

19AQMM24R0094

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD

1. THIS CONTRACT IS A RATED ORDER UNDER DPAS (15 CFR

700)

RATING

2. CONTRACT NUMBER 3. SOLICITATION NUMBER

19AQMM24R0094 SEALED BID (IFB)

X NEGOTIATED (RFP)

4. TYPE OF SOLICITATION 5. DATE ISSUED

04/19/2024

6. REQUISITION/PURCHASE NUMBER

CODE: AOPE_

OFC OF PROCUREMENT EXECUTIVE (A/OPE)

1701 NORTH FORT MYER DR

ATTN: RM 500, US DEPT OF STATE

ARLINGTON, VA 22209

7. ISSUED BY 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If other than Item 7)

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

SOLICITATION

CAUTION - LATE Submissions, Modifications, and Withdrawals: See Section L, Provision No. 52.214-7 or 52.215-1. All offers are subject to all terms and conditions contained in this solicitation.

9. Sealed offers in original and ____ copies for furnishing the supplies or services in the Schedule will be received at the place specified in item 8, or if handcarried, in the depository located in ____ until

__17:00 ET__ local time __06/07/2024__

10. FOR

INFORMATION

E-MAIL:

A. NAME

Berel B Dorfman

B. TELEPHONE (NO

COLLECT CALLS)

C. E-MAIL ADDRESS

DorfmanBB@State.gov

11. TABLE OF CONTENTS (See Table of Contents on page 2)

(X) SEC. DESCRIPTION PAGE(S) (X) SEC. DESCRIPTION PAGE(S)

PART I - SCHEDULE PART II - CONTRACT CLAUSES

X A SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM 1 X I CONTRACT CLAUSES Contract X B SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS 3 PART III - LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

X C DESCRIPTION/SPECS./WORK STATEMENT 15 X J LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 122

X D PACKAGING AND MARKING 47 PART IV - REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

X E INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE 51 X K REPRESENTATIONS CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER

STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS

X F DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE 61

X L INSTRS., CONDS., AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS 143X G CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA 64

X M EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD 155X H SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS 69

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

NOTE: Item 12 does not apply if the solicitation includes the provisions at 52.214-16, Minimum Bid Acceptance Period.

In compliance with the above, the undersigned agrees, if this offer is accepted within __________ calendar days (60 calendar days unless a different period is inserted by the offeror) from the date for receipt of offers specified above, to furnish any or all items upon which prices are offered at the price set opposite each item, delivered at the designated point(s), within the time specified in the schedule.

12.

13. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT (See Section I, Clause No.

52.232-8)

10 CALENDAR DAYS(%)

0.00 %

20 CALENDAR DAYS(%)

0.00 %

30 CALENDAR DAYS(%)

0.00 %

0 CALENDER DAYS(%)

0.00 %

14. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AMENDMENTS (The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the SOLICITATION for offerors and related documents numbered and dated):

AMENDMENT NO. DATE AMENDMENT NO. DATE

15A. NAME AND

ADDRESS OF

OFFEROR

CONTACT: UEI: 16. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or Print)

15B. TELEPHONE NUMBER

15C. CHECK IF REMITTANCE ADDRESS IS DIFFERENT FROM

ABOVE - ENTER SUCH ADDRESS IN SCHEDULE.

17. SIGNATURE 18. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

19. ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS NUMBERED 20. AMOUNT 21. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) ( ) 41 U.S.C. 253(c) ( )

22. AUTHORITY FOR USING OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION: 23. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN (4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM

CODE: OPEAQM

Major Support Branch

OPE/AQM/FDCD/MSB

Office of Acquisition (AQM) Arlington, VA 22209

24. ADMINISTERED BY (if other than Item 7) CODE:25. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

26. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

Berel B Dorfman (Signature of Contracting Officer)

27. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 28. DATE

IMPORTANT - Award will be made on this Form, or on Standard Form 26, or by other authorized official written notice.

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

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STANDARD FORM 33 (REV. 9-97)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.214(c)

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19AQMM24R0094

Line Item Summary

Solicitation Number:

19AQMM24R0094

Contract Number: Title: WORLDWIDE BAS & HVAC Date of Solicitation:

04/19/2024

Line Item No.

Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Cost

001 BAS & HVAC Support Services

BASE YEAR

This IDIQ will support labor hours, materials, travel, and ODCs as quoted in Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders issued pursuant to the terms and conditions herein.

Type of Contract Pricing: OTH

Doc Ref No:

Delivery Date (Start to End) Date FOB:

09/01/2024 to 08/31/2025

0.00 HR $0.00 $0.00

BASE PERIOD

002 BAS & HVAC Support Services

OPTION YEAR 1

This IDIQ will support labor hours, materials, travel, and ODCs as quoted in Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders issued pursuant to the terms and conditions herein.

Type of Contract Pricing: OTH

Doc Ref No:

Delivery Date (Start to End) Date FOB:

09/01/2025 to 08/31/2026

0.00 HR $0.00 $0.00

003 BAS & HVAC Support Services

OPTION YEAR 2

This IDIQ will support labor hours, materials, travel, and ODCs as quoted in Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders issued pursuant to the terms and conditions herein.

Type of Contract Pricing: OTH

Doc Ref No:

Delivery Date (Start to End) Date FOB:

09/01/2026 to 08/31/2027

0.00 HR $0.00 $0.00

004 BAS & HVAC Support Services

OPTION YEAR 3

This IDIQ will support labor hours, materials, travel, and ODCs as quoted in Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders issued pursuant to the terms and conditions herein.

Type of Contract Pricing: OTH

Doc Ref No:

Delivery Date (Start to End) Date FOB:

09/01/2027 to 08/31/2028

0.00 HR $0.00 $0.00

005 BAS & HVAC Support Services

OPTION YEAR 4

This IDIQ will support labor hours, materials, travel, and ODCs as quoted in Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders issued pursuant to the terms and conditions herein.

Type of Contract Pricing: OTH

Doc Ref No:

Delivery Date (Start to End) Date FOB:

09/01/2028 to 08/31/2029

0.00 HR $0.00 $0.00

WORLDWIDE BAS & HVAC SERVICES SOLICITAION # 19AQMM24R0094

B.1 TYPE OF CONTRACT

B.1.1 This contract is a multiple award, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract payable entirely in U.S. Dollar currency. No additional sums will be payable on account of any escalation in the cost of materials, equipment or labor, or because of the contractor's failure to properly estimate or accurately predict the cost or difficulty of achieving the results required by this contract. Nor will the contract price be adjusted on account of fluctuations in currency exchange rates. Changes in the contract price or time to complete will be made only due to changes made by the Government in the work to be performed, or by delays caused by the Government.

B.1.2 Payments based on quantities and unit prices will be made only to the extent specifically provided in the contract Task Order.

B.1.3 This contract contains fixed hourly rates for labor disciplines. All remaining costs, including construction services and additional labor rates not listed and priced in this contract shall be negotiated in accordance with the Scope of Work for each individual Task Order. The actual amount of work to be performed, the time of such performance, the deliverables, and the location of the work will be determined by the Contracting Officer, who will issue formally executed Task Orders to the Contractor. The only work authorized under this contract is that which is performed after receipt of such task orders or after a written Notice to Proceed (NTP) from the Contracting Officer, which is followed by a formally executed task order. A written NTP may be transmitted by email.

B.2 CONTRACT PRICE

B.2.1 The contractor shall complete all work, including furnishing all labor, material, equipment and services, as called for and required by the terms and conditions of Task Orders issued under this contract. The price for the work required by individual Task Orders and the time set for performance and completion shall be negotiated and set forth in the individual Task Orders issued under this contract. The price set for each Task Order will be firm fixed-price. The task order price shall include all labor (using rates or rates less than those specified in Section B), materials, overhead, insurance required by FAR 52.228-4, Workers' Compensation, Defense Base Act and War-Hazard Insurance, and profit. Note that profit, overhead, or G&A are not permitted for travel expenses and/or already pre-negotiated fully burdened labor rates specified for task orders.

B.2.2 The Contractor shall provide construction services, labor and materials on a firm fixed- price Task Order basis. In establishing the fixed price for individual task orders, the hourly rates for the required services shall be in accordance with the fixed fully burdened hourly labor rates listed below. The fixed hourly rates below include wages, overhead, G&A, profit and all employee fringe benefits, such as retirement, withholding for FICA and taxes, unemployment, workman's compensation and union dues.

B.2.3 Certification in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System Administered by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) ARE TO BE DETERMINED AND WILL BE EXPRESSED & REQUIRED BY INDIVIDUAL TASK ORDERS. When required, the Contractor shall submit final LEED Documentation for Construction Certification. This requirement is applicable to task order CLINs specifically requiring LEED Certification.

B.3 MINIMUM/MAXIMUM ORDER (Reference Section I, Clause 52.216-22(b))

Per FAR 52.216-22 "INDEFINITE QUANTITY," the minimum for this indefinite quantity contract shall be any quantity or combination of supplies and services equal to the amount(s) set forth below.

$10,000.00

The Agency does not guarantee any other work during the five year ordering period of this resultant award.

The maximum for this indefinite quantity contract (including options) shall be any quantity or combination of supplies and services equal to $100,000,000.00.

B.4 ORDERING OFFICES:

1. Contracting Officer

U.S. Department of State

A/LM/AQM/FDCD

1701 North Fort Myer Drive

Arlington VA 22209

a. The Contracting Office reflected above is granted ordering authority under the contract and may, thereby, place orders for design-build and/or construction services as authorized under the contract. This delegation includes full authority to award and administer task order issued by the said additional ordering office.

b. All authority to change or modify the basic contract remains with the Office of Acquisition Management, Facilities, Design, and Construction Division

(A/LM/AQM/FDCD).

c. The ordering office shall provide notification of task orders issued under the contract. The notice will include the following information

1. Date of award

2. General description of Task Order requirements TO INCLUDE SPECIAL ACCESS

REQUIREMENTS

3. Total dollar amount of the order

4. Performance location

5. Period of Performance

B.5 DELIVERABLE ITEMS AND PRICES

The Contractor shall, upon receipt of duly executed Task Orders, perform all services as required in this contract and such further requirements as may be contained in Task Orders for projects described therein. The Contractor shall complete all work and services under this contract within the period of time specified in task orders issued. No task order shall be issued hereunder after the expiration of this contract.

B.6 TRAVEL

Travel, lodging, and Per Diem rates shall be in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations/Joint Travel Regulation. Business class travel is only authorized if the duration of the uninterrupted journey exceeds 14 hours and performance of work commences the next day after arrival. This must be in the Government’s interest and is not automatic.

B.6.1 In determining the cost of travel, the terms and conditions of the Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and Joint Travel Regulation (JTR) shall apply to all travel and travel-related matters authorized under this contract; travel and travel-related expenses shall not exceed the maximum allowable under the FTR and JTR.

In connection with authorized travel, the following items may be included in the firm-fixed price of the contract: (i) the cost of domestic and overseas economy-class (coach) air fare; (ii) the cost of overseas business-class air fare when authorized (Business-class travel may be authorized when the duration of travel exceeds 14 continuous hours w/o layover), (iii) the cost of hotel or housing accommodations, meals, and other incidentals when travel is undertaken; and (iv) miscellaneous expenses incurred in connection with the travel.

B.6.2 Miscellaneous travel items such as taxi fares and other ground transportation expenses incurred in connection with the travel, and, if applicable, passport/visa fees, passport/visa photographs, travelers check fees, and airport taxes may be included in the firm-fixed price of this contract.

B.7 COST OF MATERIALS/EQUIPMENT

The cost of any materials or equipment required in conjunction with the services rendered herein shall be included in the proposed firm fixed-price unless otherwise noted in the task order.

B.8 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

The Government will not make available to the Contractor any Government-furnished property, except as stated in an individual task order.

B.9 PRICES

B.9.1 The Design/Build burdened hourly labor rates listed below in Table B.11 have been established for this contract. These rates are the maximum rates allowable under the contract for United States based personnel performing services in the listed disciplines. During task order proposal submission, the contractor may propose at a rate less the following rates. These rates will be used for any professional Design/Build services that may be required by the individual Task Orders, except where local labor is acceptable and available at reduced rates. Rates for local labor shall be established in individual task orders. Certain work as set forth in the task order shall be performed only by Cleared American employees.

B.9.2 The Design/Build subcontractors shall provide these disciplines. All other costs and level of effort will be negotiated in accordance with the Scope of Work for each individual Task Order.

B.9.3 The Subcontracted Provider, if any, of each service must be identified. If no Subcontract Provider is identified, the contractor shall provide these with in-house resources.

Contract NOTE: A Task Order becomes a contract at time of award, therefore the terms "Contract" and Task Order" may be read interchangeably in this document.

B.10 PROJNET RFP QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES: When required by the task order, request for proposal questions are entered into ProjNet by the contractor(s) and responded to by the Government (ProjNet Q&A). ProjNet Q&A does not change the RFP. The Q&A is intended to clarify requirements and to reflect the parties understanding of the specific RFP performance requirements at time of award. The initial RFP as amended shall form the contract between the contracting parties. ProjNet Q&A will be reviewed and utilized during the course of contract execution and performance to ensure the descriptive and instructive clarifications provided and used to assure understanding of the performance requirements and relied on during the RFP and proposal development phase are implemented.

B.11 LABOR CATEGORIES RATES FOR WORLDWIDE BAS & HVAC PROJECTS

BAS and HVAC SERVICES BASE

YEAR

OPTION

YEAR 1

OPTION

YEAR 2

OPTION

YEAR 3

OPTION

YEAR 4

BAS and HVAC Administration Project Manager Planner/Scheduler Estimator Logistician

Quality Control / Quality Assurance Quality Control Representative

(QCR)

CAD Technician

Mechanical

Senior Mechanical Engineer Junior Mechanical Engineer Master Plumber Journeyman Plumber Certified Welder (AWS-B2.1 OR D10.12)

Master HVAC Technician Journeyman HVAC Technician HVAC (Hydronic Test & Balance Technician)

HVAC (Air Test & Balance Technician)

Electrical

Senior Electrical Engineer Junior Electrical Engineer Master Electrician Journeyman Electrician

Civil

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer Junior Civil/Structural Engineer

Building Automation

BAS Engineer Senior BAS Control Tech Junior BAS Control Tech

General Labor

Carpenter Helper/Laborer

PLEASE NOTE: This table may not be inclusive of all possible labor categories needed for performance, additional labor categories may be needed during the life of this award and will be negotiated and added in as needed.

B.12 WORKFORCE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Project Manager (PM): shall possess skill and ability to plan and oversee the building process of various construction projects from start to finish and to successfully achieve the project objectives. Support day-to-day operations and be hands-on in problem solving, equipment troubleshooting, process development, and issue resolution. Maintains a culture that prioritizes safety and quality through communication, action, and accountability. Manage project scope, schedule, cost, and resources to ensure goals are achieved consistently on time during construction. References all work-related communication with base contract, technical specification, Statement of Work when needed and maintain good relationship with Elevator and Mechanical Systems (EMS) staff. Collaborate with engineers, Technicians, and other workers in the same project to provide real time data work progress report to the COR on a weekly basis. Choose subcontractors and delegate their responsibilities. Response in a professional manner to any delays, emergencies and problems that can arise and report it to EMS. Comply with safety, Quality control, Quality assurance, and building codes as well as legal requirements. Report project progress and update project schedule accordingly. The assigned project manager shall possess interpersonal skills (e.g., leadership, team building, communication, decision making, etc.) and capabilities to accomplish work through the project team and other stakeholders. PM shall have minimum 10 years’ experience in Construction Project Management and hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from accredited university and Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate from Project Management Institute (PMI). The PM is the Point of Contact (POC) with the CO and COR. The PM shall be subject to acceptance by the Contracting Officer.

2. Planner/Scheduler: shall possess skill and ability to create all project scheduling and design agreements; Ensure all information in a project plan is accurate and updated as needed; Craft an efficient schedule for the execution of any projects; Assess employee hours spent on projects and create reports on efficiency; Work with staff from different departments to collaborate and maintain coordination; Perform quality control assessments on projects in progress; Monitor all projects for compliance with any safety and zoning regulations.

3. Estimator: shall possess skill and ability to take accurate measurements during consultation to fully understand project parameters; Complete estimates in a timely manner utilizing scheduling/estimating software and vendors quotation; Maintain communication by providing status and scheduling updates; Generate sales leads schedule.

4. Logistician: shall possess skill and ability to Manage warehouse inventory and keep records of the inventory; Monitor and manage budgets; Select carriers for transportation and negotiate rates and contracts with carriers; Respond to and resolve complaints and problems; Keep up to date on shipping carriers, routes and rates and any changes to them. Must have at least e years of experience working in the logistics field.

5. Quality Control Representative (QCR): shall possess skill and ability to inspect and monitor construction operations of new renovation for compliance of contracts and applicable codes includes but not limited to safety codes, identify deficient, in adequate, and unacceptable work and takes necessary action to resolve or recommend to the Contracting Officer the necessary action to resolve the issue or corrective action to be taken. The QCR shall be outside of the site superintendent's chain of command and shall be shown as at least one level above the site superintendent in the chain of command. The Contractor's QCR shall maintain a presence at the sit at all times during progress of the work as recommend by the CO. QCR shall have complete authority and responsibility to take any action necessary to ensure Contract compliance.

Graduation from high school or equivalent and 10 years of experience in electrical construction inspection and quality control; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. The QCR shall be subject to acceptance by the Contracting Officer.

6. CAD Technician: shall possess skill and ability to performs advanced level drafting using AutoCAD/REVIT for engineering design projects, plots cross sections and prepares construction plans; Computes and plots field survey notes; Organizes documents and backup materials for a variety of design projects and various studies; Reproduction and distribution of engineering drawings and correspondence; Assists with technical calculations and research of documents or plans; Assists with interpretation and application of specifications and criteria into construction plans; Assists with acquisition of information and documents from, and in coordination with, outside entities for design purposes; May assist with maintaining, linking, and modifying GIS databases. A degree in engineering or design or Autodesk certification.

7. Senior Mechanical Engineer: shall possess skill and ability to design, develop, modify, upgrade, test, troubleshoot, and monitor HVAC, HVAC controls, chillers, boilers, burners, pumps, water distribution, ductwork, plumbing, fire protection, system integration, generate detailed drawings, technical specification, work schedules, and comply with all relevant US and international building codes. Senior Mechanical Engineer shall have minimum 10 years’ experience in the design and construction of Governmental buildings and site infrastructure. The senior Mechanical Engineer shall hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering from accredited university and current Professional Engineering License in the Mechanical or HVAC specialty in at least one of 50 U.S, State, or 5 U.S. Territories, or the District of Columbia.

8. Junior Mechanical Engineer: shall possess skill and ability to perform sites survey and collect data, develop, modify, upgrade, test, troubleshoot, and monitor electrical components such as HVAC, HVAC controls, chillers, boiler, water distribution, ductwork, plumbing, and fire protection, generate codes complied detailed drawings. Mechanical Engineer shall have minimum 3 years’ experience in the design and construction of governmental buildings and site infrastructure. Junior Mechanical Engineer shall hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.

9. Master Plumber: shall possess skill and ability for studying building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring; Installing, testing, repairing, replacing, cleaning and maintaining plumbing fixtures and equipment according to plumbing codes, regulations and/or ordinances; Reviewing blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures; Measuring, cutting, threading, and bending pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe threading machines, and pipe-bending machines; Assisting electricians and other personnel in troubleshooting and correcting facility problems; Keeping records of assignments and produces detailed work reports. The Master Plumber shall possess a minimum 10 years of experience and a valid Master Plumber license issued by any municipality in the United States or its territories.

10. Journeyman Plumber: shall possess skill and ability to installs new and repairs plumbing systems. Makes recommendations regarding replacement or upgrade of systems; Plans and develops routine preventive maintenance schedules for systems. Responds to requests for service; Research and estimates time and materials needed, and records time and materials used. Requests for needed tools, equipment, supplies and materials to perform assigned tasks.

Monitors expenditure of supplies and controls inventory of equipment and tools; Installs new equipment, piping, and fixtures. Obtains permits, as required, from regulatory agencies for the construction of new plumbing systems; Performs preventive maintenance and required testing on plumbing systems, including backflow preventers The Journeyman Plumber shall possess a minimum 5 years of experience and a valid Journeyman Plumber license issued by any municipality in the United States or its territories.

11. Certified Welder (AWS-B2.1 OR D10.12): shall possess skill and ability to welding repair or fabrication of light, medium and heavy equipment, fences, bases, gates, and anything broken within the Post. Welder possesses a valid AWS certification.

12. Master HVAC technician: shall possess skill and ability for interpreting technical manuals, instructions, blueprints, sketches and diagrams for the maintenance, repair and installation of HVAC equipment and components. Using a variety of diagnostic tools, methods, and techniques for troubleshooting HVAC systems. Inspecting buildings and identifying maintenance and repair problems. Interpreting and applying technical standards and procedures, state rules and regulations. Testing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC equipment and systems.

Promoting and enforcing safe work practices. Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software. Techniques for handling, use and storage of chemicals, including OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace. Safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions in public facilities. The Master HVAC shall possess a minimum 10 years of experience and a valid Master HVAC license issued by any municipality in the United States or its territories.

13. Journeyman HVAC Technician: shall possess skill and ability to interpret basic sketches, complex control schematics, detailed blueprints and specifications, and Environmental Protection

Association regulations relating to the HVAC field; Knowledge of refrigeration standards and EPA regulations; Thorough knowledge of the proper technical and safety practices relating to the HVAC field; Ability to safely use hand and power tools associated with the HVAC field; Skill and ability to troubleshoot and repair complex systems such as large air conditioning and refrigeration units, compressors, pumps, electrical motors, variable speed drives and other parts of ventilation systems; Ability to diagnose and repair HVAC controls and computer-controlled systems. The Journeyman HVAC shall possess a minimum 5 years of experience and a valid Journeyman HVAC license issued by any municipality in the United States or its territories.

14. HVAC Hydronic Test and Balance (TAB) Technician: Shall possess the skill and ability to properly assess Mechanical as-built and Issued for Construction drawings and implement procedures to measure and correct hydronic flow, temperature, and pressure rates to ensure optimal performance throughout the system. Hydronic TAB Technician shall have a minimum of 5 years’ experience and be National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) certified.

15. HVAC Air Test and Balance Technician: Shall possess the skill and ability to properly assess Mechanical as-built and Issued for Construction drawings and implement procedures to measure and correct air flow, temperature, and pressurization requirements to ensure optimal performance throughout the system. Air TAB Technician shall have a minimum of 5 years’ experience and be National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) certified.

16. Senior Electrical Engineer: shall possess skill and ability to design, develop, modify, upgrade, test, troubleshoot, and monitor Medium Voltage (M.V.) and Low Voltage (L.V.) Electrical components such as Switchgears, Switchboards, Transformers, Duct bank, Automatic Voltage Regulators (AVR), Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), Distribution Panelboards, Generators, Load Bank, Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS), Protective Relays, Motors, Motor Control Centers (MCC),Soft Starter, Batteries, Photo-Voltaic system (PV), Compensators, Lighting Protection System (LPS), Grounding and Bonding, Control Circuit, and Programming Logic Control (PLC), generate detailed drawings, technical specification, work schedules, and comply with NFPA70, and NFPA 70E codes. Senior Electrical Engineer shall have minimum 10 years’ experience in the design and construction of Governmental buildings and site infrastructure. The senior Electrical Engineer shall hold a bachelor’s degree or higher Electrical Engineering from accredited university and current Professional Engineering License in the Electrical specialty in at least one of 50 U.S, State, or 5 U.S. Territories, and the District of Columbia.

17. Junior Electrical Engineer: shall possess skill and ability to perform sites survey and collect data, develop, modify, upgrade, test, troubleshoot, and monitor electrical components such as Medium Voltage (M.V.) and Low Voltage (L.V.) Electrical components such as Switchgears, Switchboards, Transformers, Duct bank, Automatic Voltage Regulators (AVR), Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS),Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), Distribution Panelboards, Generators, Load Bank, Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS), Protective Relays, Motors, Motor Control Centers (MCC), Soft Starter, Batteries, Photo-Voltaic system (PV), Compensators, Lighting Protection System (LPS), Grounding and Bonding, generate codes complied detailed drawings.

Electrical Engineer shall have minimum 3 years’ experience in the design and construction of governmental buildings and site infrastructure. Junior Electrical Engineer shall hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.

18. Master Electrician (ME): shall possess skill and ability to lay out and supervise, install, interpret and utilize codes and regulations in the performance and execution of work, including but not limited to OSHA, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B, maintain, troubleshoot and repair of electrical systems at Posts to ensure systems function safely and efficiently, interpreting blueprints and drawing rough sketches when required, guiding and overseeing other laborers, apprentices or journeyman electricians, drawing up preventative maintenance measures, obtaining required permits, equipment, tools, and materials for projects, updating project records and preparing relevant documents and reports. The ME shall possess a minimum 10 years of experience in electrical construction and a valid Master Electrical license issued by any municipality in the United States or its territories. The ME shall be competent and qualified as defined and required per C.10. The ME is the designated site superintendent. The ME shall maintain availability at the Post all time during the construction phase to work closely with both the facility and engineering staff to direct the day-to-day project work. The ME is responsible for the Quality Control (QC), Quality assurance (QA) and adherence to all life, health, and safety requirements.

19. Journeyman Electrician (JE): shall possess skill and ability to install feeders and branch circuits, wire and conduit sizing, Switchgear, panelboard, lighting, and device installation and termination, Fire alarm systems installation and termination, Layout and preparation for installation, Underground layout and rough-in, Motor and controls troubleshooting, fully comprehend electrical theory and the OSHA, NFPA70, NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B. The JE shall be skilled in the use of a wide variety of test equipment such as voltmeter, ammeter, wattmeter, ohmmeter, and Megger. Demonstrate the ability to read and understand electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications The JE shall possess a minimum 5 years of experience in electrical construction and a valid Journeyman Electrician license issued by any municipality in the United States or its territories. The JE shall be competent and qualified as defined and required per C.10.

20. Senior Civil/Structural Engineer: shall possess skill and ability to design, develop, modify, upgrade, test, prepare and review of calculations, drawings, and specifications relating to seismic and wind analyses, foundation design, structural framing analyses and design, bracing analyses and design, site development, utility and roadway infrastructure, parks and trails, innovative stormwater management, structural steel and reinforced concrete, structural upgrading, restoration, corrosion control and cathodic protection in renovating/modifying existing facilities. generate detailed drawings, technical specification, work schedules, and comply with codes. Senior Civil/Structural Engineer shall have minimum 10 years’ experience in the design and construction of Governmental buildings and site infrastructure. The senior Civil/Structural Engineer shall hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil/Structural Engineering from accredited university and current Professional Engineering License in the Civil/Structural specialty in at least one of 50 U.S. State, or 5 U.S. Territories, and the District of Columbia.

21. Junior Civil/ Structural Engineer: shall possess skill and ability to design, develop, modify, upgrade, test, prepare and review of calculations, drawings, and specifications relating to seismic and wind analyses, foundation design, structural framing analyses and design, bracing analyses and design, site development, utility and roadway infrastructure, parks and trails, innovative stormwater management, structural steel and reinforced concrete, structural upgrading, restoration, corrosion control and cathodic protection in renovating/modifying existing facilities, generate codes complied detailed drawings. Civil/ Structural Engineer shall have minimum3 years’ experience in the design and construction of governmental buildings and site infrastructure. Civil/ Structural Engineer shall hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil/

Structural Engineering.

22. BAS Engineer: Shall possess the ability to program building automation system databases and sequences of operation, monitor, troubleshoot and tune control systems for optimized building equipment operation, energy utilization, indoor air quality and comfort. Shall be able to modify programming and graphics as necessary. Shall provide engineering field support, and expertise for BAS used in the daily operations and control of facility HVAC. Shall assist HVAC field and maintenance technicians in the installation, repair, replacement and testing of various components or systems. Shall provide advanced troubleshooting of comfort, energy, indoor air quality, and safety concerns related to HVAC systems and controls. The BAS Engineer shall possess a minimum 10years of experience in mechanical/controls construction and valid manufacturer approved training on the brand of system being worked on.

23. Senior Building Automation System (BAS) Technician: Shall possess skill and ability to lay out and supervise, install, interpret, and utilize codes and regulations in the performance and execution of work on building automation systems. Shall have the ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair building automation systems at Posts to ensure systems function safely and efficiently, interpreting blueprints and drawing rough sketches when required, guiding and overseeing other laborers, apprentices or technicians, drawing up preventative maintenance measures, obtaining required permits, equipment, tools, and materials for projects, updating project records and preparing relevant documents and reports. The Senior BAS Technician shall possess a minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical/controls construction and valid manufacturer approved training on the brand of system being worked on. The Senior BAS Technician shall be competent and qualified as defined and required per section C. The Senior BAS Technician shall maintain availability at the Post all time during the BAS construction phase to work closely with both the facility and engineering staff to direct the day-to-day project work. The Senior BAS Technician is responsible for the Quality Control (QC), Quality assurance (QA) and adherence to all life, health, and safety requirements as related to the BAS installation.

24. Junior BAS Technician: shall possess skill and ability to install new and repair existing building automation systems. Makes recommendations regarding replacement or upgrade of systems;

Plans and develops routine preventive maintenance schedules for systems. Responds to requests for service; Research and estimates time and materials needed, and records time and materials used. Requests for needed tools, equipment, supplies and materials to perform assigned tasks. Monitors expenditure of supplies and controls inventory of equipment and tools; Installs new equipment, modify existing programming, and create new programming as needed. Junior BAS technician shall possess a minimum of 5 years of experience and a valid manufacturer approved training on the brand of system being worked on.

25. Carpenter: shall possess skill and ability for working with wood to build and repair structures and other items, expertise shall include but not be limited to installing wooden structures such as roofing frames, rafters, partitions, joists, and stud work; Designing and installing cabinets, shelving, fitted furniture, drywall and insulation; Adding fixtures and fittings such as door handles, locks, hinges and closures.

26. Helper/Laborer: shall possess physical ability to perform a wide variety of construction- related activities during all phases of construction, such as preparing and cleaning up construction sites, using tools such as shovels and brooms.

END OF SECTION B

SECTION C- DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS/ STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 BACKGROUND INFORMATION

C.1.1 The Department of State [DOS], Overseas Buildings Operations [OBO] has a requirement to provide maintenance, repair, and small construction (replacement in kind) services for HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) and BAS (Building Automation Systems) at DOS overseas facilities. This statement of work describes the services and deliverables the contractor shall furnish including professional A/E design and construction, and technical services for the improvement, upgrade, modernization, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, alteration, replacement, and construction of facilities and facilities systems and equipment at various OBO sites worldwide by means of Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with firm fixed prices for the execution and completion of work ordered by individual Task Orders. Each Task Order will specify the level of personnel security clearances (SECRET or TOP SECRET) required to perform the given tasks and whether the task is at a specific HUMINT threat post or requires COMSEC crypto access. IDIQ contract also includes Logistics and Procurement services.

C.1.2 Elevator and Mechanical Systems Program (EMS) is a program organization under the auspices of the Program Support Division, Office of Facility Management, Construction, Facility & Security Management Directorate, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations, at the United States Department of State. One program function under EMS provides maintenance, repair, and replacement of engineered mechanical facility systems and equipment at DOS overseas facilities. OBO/OPS/FAC/PS intent is to establish one contract that provides planning, programming, maintenance, repair, and small construction services (replacement in kind), that is flexible and rapid to respond to emerging issues. The selected firm will be the principal source of engineering expertise and assistance to the EMS Program. Services are expected to cover a range of technical subjects and will be performed using a Task Order format. The work will be divided into individual tasks (projects), and the assignments will range from discrete repair and maintenance activities, preparation of design and contract documents for the implementation of individual construction projects, procurement support services, full construction management and support services, and project closeout documentation, based upon specific project requirements. A Statement of Work (SOW) that defines the scope, schedule, and budget will be issued for each task and a general list of the services to be performed is covered in this Statement of Work. Construction Services shall include supervision of the project, labor, equipment, material procurement, workmanship, and acceptance testing and warranty services.

This contract is structured as a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Firm Fixed-Priced type contract, set aside for small businesses. All performance will be accomplished in strict conformance with the Contract clauses, provisions, conditions contained herein and as specified in individual task orders as directed by the Contracting Officer [CO].

C.2 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR

C.2.1 Extensive experience with similar projects is required of the key personnel in construction document preparation for a functional design. Significant design detail will be incorporated into the construction documents to ensure constructability and to carry the design intent to a quality completion. The Contractor shall be required to have the full range of investigative and design capabilities for all components of the work. Expertise that may be required but not limited to is as follows: Prior experience working with the mechanical and control systems used at overseas facilities. Manufacturer training/certification in Building Automation Systems Active licenses in the disciplines relevant to repair and maintenance services. Construction Documents including Drawings, Specifications, Calculations, Schedules & Reports Construction Support & Management Services. Preparation of record drawings Standard specifications using SPECSINTACT. Construction scheduling. Architectural, Civil, Structural, Geotechnical/Seismic, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical, and Acoustical Engineering Code Reviews. Procurement Support Services. Cost Estimating (for life cycle costing and construction estimating). Working with existing FAC data repositories. Energy Analysis. System Commissioning.

C.2.2 The Contractor shall provide all services, labor, materials, and equipment to perform the Task Order assignments as directed by the Contracting Officer (CO). The Contractor may be required to work and coordinate with other DOS offices for special systems (security, communications, etc.) and fire protection/suppression and environmental engineering. The Contractor may be required to obtain supplemental professional expertise in response to project conditions.

C.2.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of all designs, drawings, specifications, construction, and other services furnished under this contract. The Contractor shall, without additional compensation, correct or revise any errors or deficiencies in its designs, drawings, specifications, construction, and other services.

C.2.4 The Contractor shall identify a Project Manager that shall be fully empowered to represent the Contractor in all matters related to technical, organizational, financial, and administrative issues arising from the day-to-day activities of the individual Task Order. The Project Manager shall be approved by the COR.

C.2.4.1 The Project Manager shall attend all project meetings, prepare monthly Status Reports on the project, and submit them to the COR. Status Reports shall contain meeting minutes, accomplishments, arising concerns and proposed solutions, any pending review comments, any proposed changed orders, and any other pertinent information required to report the progress of performance.

C.2.5 All documentation produced under this contract will become the ownership of OBO at the completion of this project. The Contractor shall prepare and maintain a Quality Control Schedule [QCS] to address the cost and schedule for each service under a Task Order. The QCS is intended to document the entire Task Order effort from beginning to end.

C.2.6 The work shall be executed in a diligent manner and be completed in accordance with the negotiated firm fixed price and the negotiated performance period. The period of performance for installation and construction project completion shall include final cleanup of the construction site.

C.2.7 The Contractor shall verify that all materials, equipment, and systems provide operational dependability. The Contractor shall assure that the project is designed and constructed to be easily maintained or replaced with readily available materials and services. Emphasis shall be placed on the compatibility of materials to maximize uniformity.

C.2.8 Any cost associated with services subcontracted by the Contractor shall be borne by and be the complete responsibility of the Contractor under the fixed price of this contract.

C.2.9 The Contractor is responsible for safety and shall comply with all local labor laws, regulations, customs, and practices pertaining to labor, safety, and similar matters. The Contractor shall promptly report all accidents resulting in lost time, disabling, or fatal injuries to the COR.

C.2.10 The Contractor shall be and remain liable to DOS in accordance with applicable law for all damages caused by the Contractor's negligent performance of any of the services furnished under this contract. The rights and remedies for DOS provided for under this contract are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law.

C.3 SCOPE OF WORK

C.3.1 The Contractor shall provide Construction Services for repairs, maintenance, design, and minor construction (replacement in kind) of engineered mechanical systems and equipment as directed by the CO in individual task orders. Within this Scope, the Government may include emergency mobilization to repair HVAC and BAS equipment worldwide.

C.3.2 The Contractor shall furnish the requested supervision, labor, equipment, materials, or services for the completion of each individual task order. Each task order shall be specific to various overseas Foreign Service posts.

C.3.3 The types of engineered mechanical systems that the Contractor can expect to repair, replace, and maintain under this contract, which may also include repair and/or replacement of ancillary components include but are NOT limited to:

C.3.3.1 Cooling Production Equipment and Systems Cooling Production

C.3.3.2 Equipment Direct Expansion (DX) Systems / Variable Refrigerant Systems

C.3.3.2.1 Chilled-Water Systems

C.3.3.2.2 Cooling Towers

C.3.3.2.3 Geo-Thermal Systems

C.3.3.3 Heating Production Equipment

C.3.3.3.1 Furnaces and Air Heaters

C.3.3.3.2 Domestic Hot Water Boilers

C.3.3.3.3 Heat Recovery Systems

C.3.3.3.4 District Heating

C.3.3.3.5 Solar Heating

C.3.3.3.6 Heat Pumps

C.3.3.4 Air-Handling Equipment and Systems

C.3.3.4.1 Air-Handling Equipment

C.3.3.4.2 Heat Transfer

C.3.3.4.3 Air Cleaning

C.3.3.4.4 Air Mixing

C.3.3.4.5 Fans

C.3.3.4.6 Duct Systems

C.3.3.5 HVAC Delivery Systems

C.3.3.5.1 Perform testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) in accordance with ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 111-1988

C.3.3.5.2 Commissioning

C.3.3.6 Filter Replacement

C.3.3.6.1 Survey and evaluate the existing air handling units and ancillary systems, equipment, and devices.

C.3.3.6.2 Procure, ship, and install the following filters: pre-filters, post-filters, HEPA filters, ULPA filters, DOP filters, washable media filters; and carbon adsorber filters.

C.3.3.6.3 Perform in-place challenge testing of installed filters.

C.3.3.7 Piping Equipment and Systems

C.3.3.7.1 Pumps

C.3.3.7.2 Heat Exchangers

C.3.3.7.3 Glycol Systems

C.3.3.7.4 Water Supply and Treatment

C.3.3.7.5 Domestic Water Distribution Systems

C.3.3.7.6 Sewage Treatment and Disposal

C.3.3.8 Existing Data Repositories for FAC Buildings

C.3.3.8.1 Programming

C.3.3.8.2 Upkeep

C.3.3.8.3 Modification

C.3.3.9 Building Automation Systems

C.3.3.9.1 Controllers

C.3.3.9.2 Sensors

C.3.3.9.3 Output Devices

C.3.3.9.4 User Interfaces

C.3.3.9.5 Communication Protocols

C.3.3.9.6 Compliance with cyber security standards

C.3.4 REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES

C.3.4.1 The Contractor shall provide repair and maintenance services for the work described in the individual task order. Typically, these services are labor only for a two-person team, with materials furnished by the Contractor or the Government

[GFE].

C.3.4.2 The Contractor shall be responsible for all construction means, methods, techniques, procedures, and coordination to meet the established task order and periods of performance.

C.3.4.3 Provide a competent Site Superintendent on site at all times with the authority to act on behalf of the Contractor. Provide a qualified work force specifically trained and certified in the needed discipline/tradecraft, and with the necessary security clearances stated in the Task Order.

C.3.4.4 If required under the task order to provide materials, contractor shall order and ship the required tools, parts, and materials to the site.

C.3.4.5 The Contractor shall procure all workers’ necessities as transportation tickets, travel per diem, insurance, vaccinations, passports, and visas.

C.3.4.6 Mechanical/Control systems and equipment repair and maintenance services shall be provided on a time and material basis with direct reimbursement for worker necessities as travel and per diem.

C.3.5 SITE SURVEY SERVICES

C.3.5.1 When necessary, the Contractor shall perform pre-survey research and conduct comprehensive survey and evaluation of existing…