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19CY6026Q0014 TECHNICAL SECURITY UPGRADE 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SF-18 OR

A. PRICING

B. STATEMENT OF WORK

C. PACKAGING AND MARKING

D. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E. DELIVERIES AND PERFORMANCE

F. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G. SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

H. CLAUSES

I. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

Attachment 1: Reserved

Attachment 2: Reserved Attachment 3: Sample Letter of Bank Guaranty Attachment 4: Breakdown of Price by Divisions of Specifications Attachment 5: Drawings Attachment 6: Specifications Note: The drawings/specifications will be made available only to attendees at the mandatory/pre-proposal site visit and conference. No drawings will be distributed electronically.

J. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO SUBMIT A QUOTATION

K. EVALUATION CRITERIA

L. REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS

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SECTION A - PRICING

A. PRICE

The Contractor shall complete all work, including furnishing all labor, material, equipment, and services required under this purchase order for the following firm fixed price and within the time specified. This price shall include all labor, materials, all insurances, overhead and profit.

Pricing table

CLIN Quantity

1 Mobilization and investigation

2 Excavation soft soil

3 Excavation concrete

4 Concrete channels

5 Soft soil channels

6 Pipe laying PVC

7 Manholes/ handholes

8 Excess material disposal

9 Insurances

10 Logistics

11 Supervision

12 Labor

TOTAL COST

A.1 VALUE ADDED TAX

VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT). Value Added Tax (VAT) is not applicable to this contract and shall not be included in the CLIN rates or Invoices because the U.S. Embassy is tax exempt from the host government and shall prepare a VAT Exemption Certificate

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SECTION B - STATEMENT OF WORK

The character and scope of the work are set forth in the contract. The Contractor shall furnish and install all materials required by this contract.

I. BACKGROUND:

The West office is located at 25 Panayioti Yiannopoulou Street, 2402 Engomi and requires professional services by a certified contractor for civil engineering works for the Technical Security Upgrade (TSU) project as outlined below

II. STATEMENT OF WORK

1.0 PROJECT OVERVIEW

This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the services required from a local contractor to perform site preparation, infrastructure support, and construction services for the TSU project at the West Office, Nicosia, Cyprus. Design drawings, technical specifications, and overall system requirements will be provided by DS/FSE/PME. The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and construction services necessary to execute the work in accordance with the provided design package. All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and security requirements as specified throughout this document.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1.1 Design Drawings and Specifications

The design drawings, specifications, and technical requirements for this project will be provided by DS/FSE/PME. The contractor shall be responsible for reviewing and understanding all provided documentation and shall execute the work in accordance with the approved design package. The contractor shall coordinate all construction activities and submit any clarifications

The contractor shall notify Post and/or the COR of any discrepancies, omissions, or conflicts identified in the design documents prior to proceeding with work. The contractor shall provide a qualified resident engineer, architect, or construction supervisor on site at all times during construction to oversee execution and ensure compliance with the design and specifications.

Post shall have final approval of all work performed.

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2.1.2 Site Investigation and Preparation

The contractor shall conduct a site investigation prior to commencing work to verify existing field conditions, utility locations, and potential construction constraints.

The contractor shall provide interim progress reports and construction schedule updates during the duration of the project.

Post shall have final approval of all work performed by the local contractor.

2.1.3 Materials

The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, and supplies required to complete the work, unless otherwise specified in the contract documents. All materials shall meet or exceed the specifications outlined in the design package and shall comply with applicable codes and standards. The contractor shall be responsible for proper handling, storage, installation, and protection of all materials throughout the duration of the project.

2.1.4 Construction Laydown Area

If needed, the construction laydown area will be the responsibility of Post to coordinate. The local contractor shall coordinate with Post to determine the appropriate location and size of any required laydown areas.

2.2 DESIGN CRITERIA

Design criteria for this project are provided by DS/FSE/PME as part of the Government-furnished design package. The local contractor shall execute construction strictly in accordance with the provided design drawings, technical specifications, and applicable codes and standards.

The contractor shall not alter, modify, or redesign any portion of the design without written approval from Post and/or DS/FSE/PME.

2.3 SITE PREPARATION

2.3.1 Site Investigation Approach

The contractor shall conduct a comprehensive site investigation in accordance with I.E.1 Site Investigation Approach. This investigation shall include installation, oversight, supervision, and execution per DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards and Physical Security Directives. The site investigation shall identify all existing conditions, utilities, and potential constraints that may affect the construction work.

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2.3.2 Site Preparation Activities

The contractor shall remove and dispose of all debris generated by construction activities.

All disturbed areas shall be restored to pre-construction condition, including:

Replanting or reseeding disturbed grass areas Reseeding and restoration of the former dirt path along the compound perimeter to establish continuous grass cover Restoration of landscaping Repair of sidewalks, asphalt, and gravel surfaces Repair of any damaged irrigation or drainage systems

All seeded areas shall be leveled, topsoiled as required, and seeded to match existing adjacent lawn conditions. The contractor shall ensure adequate germination and establishment of grass prior to final acceptance. The contractor shall maintain all reseeded areas until satisfactory grass establishment is achieved prior to final acceptance.

2.3.3 Site Disturbance Limitations

The local contractor shall limit the site disturbance to a maximum of 5 feet (1524 millimeters) beyond the footprint of the structure. Any areas disturbed beyond this limit must be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer's Representative. The contractor shall restore all disturbed areas to their original condition upon completion of the work.

2.4 SITE SAFETY

2.4.1 Safety Compliance Requirements

The local contractors and their subcontractors must clearly mark all excavation work zones in accordance with applicable safety standards. The contractor shall comply with all applicable local, federal, and OSHA safety standards. Standards on contractors must comply with all applicable U.S. and local safety and health regulations. The contractor shall ensure that all personnel working on the project are properly trained and equipped with appropriate personal protective equipment. Any local contractor found to be in violation of safety standards will be subject to immediate work stoppage. The contractor shall implement all necessary safety measures to protect workers, government personnel, and the general public. Due to negligence by the local contractor during the course of this project, the contractor may be subject to penalties as determined by the Contracting Officer.

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2.4.2 Excavation and Work Zone Safety

The contractor shall ensure that all excavation work is performed in accordance with applicable safety standards and regulations. All work zones shall be clearly marked and barricaded to prevent unauthorized access. The contractor shall provide adequate lighting for all work areas, particularly during hours of darkness. The contractor shall coordinate with Post security personnel to ensure that all safety and security requirements are met throughout the duration of the project.

2.5 PRE-CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

2.5.1 Compound Security Requirements

The contractor must make sure that the West Office is secured and properly lit for work being performed during the construction period. The contractor shall coordinate with Post to ensure that construction activities do not compromise the security of the compound. The contractor shall comply with all security procedures and requirements established by the Regional Security Officer. The contractor shall ensure that all construction personnel are properly vetted and cleared for access to the compound in accordance with embassy security requirements. The contractor shall maintain a current list of all personnel authorized to access the compound and shall provide this list to the Contracting Officer's Representative and security personnel as required.

2.5.2 Material and Equipment Management

The local contractor must keep all debris and excavated material clear of service entrance/egress, access roads, and ramps. The contractor shall provide dumpsters or equivalent containers for waste disposal and shall ensure that all waste materials are properly disposed of in accordance with local regulations. The contractor shall coordinate with Post to identify appropriate locations for material storage and equipment staging that do not interfere with normal compound operations.

2.5.3 Utility Coordination

The contractor shall coordinate with Post to ensure that construction activities do not disrupt existing utilities or services. The contractor shall be responsible for any repairs or change-outs required due to negligence. The contractor shall restore all affected areas to their original condition or better upon completion of the work.

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2.6 EMBASSY COMPOUND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

2.6.1 Security Clearances and Procedures

The embassy compound security requirements shall be determined by the Regional Security Officer. The contractor shall comply with all security clearance requirements and procedures established by the Regional Security Officer. All contractor personnel shall undergo appropriate background checks and security screenings prior to being granted access to the compound. The contractor shall ensure that all personnel comply with compound security procedures at all times.

Any violations of security procedures may result in immediate removal of the individual from the project and potential termination of the contract. The contractor shall coordinate all deliveries and material movements with compound security personnel to ensure compliance with security protocols.

3.0 INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT SYSTEM

3.1 Trench Excavation and Utility Protection

The local contractor shall verify existing utilities in the field prior to commencing excavation work. The contractor shall provide safe and suitable protection for these structures prior to production activities. The contractor shall excavate trenches to the required depth according to the specifications provided in the design drawings. All trenches shall be excavated to the required depth according to specifications on the drawings, and the contractor shall ensure that all excavations are properly shored and supported to prevent collapse.

The contractor shall coordinate with utility owners to identify the location of all existing underground utilities prior to excavation. The contractor shall use appropriate methods to locate utilities, including but not limited to ground-penetrating radar, utility locating services, and hand excavation where necessary. Any damage to existing utilities caused by the contractor's operations shall be repaired at the contractor's expense.

3.2 Manhole Installation and Drainage

All manholes shall be installed by the local contractor as specified on the drawings. The local contractor shall make hole penetrations to the existing maintenance holes according to the number of conduits to be installed. The contractor shall coordinate with Post to ensure proper placement of all manholes and to verify that the locations shown on the drawings are appropriate for the site conditions. The base of the manholes shall be placed over a base of crushed non-porous rock or gravel as specified in the drawings. The contractor shall ensure that proper drainage is provided for all manholes to prevent water accumulation. All manhole installations shall be watertight and shall be tested to verify proper sealing before backfilling operations commence.

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3.3 Conduit Installation Requirements

All underground conduit shall be Schedule 80 PVC installed 24 inches (610 mm) below finish grade to the top of conduit, unless otherwise noted on the drawings. All underground 90-degree bends shall use prefabricated sweeping bends as specified in the design drawings. The contractor shall install pull rope in all conduit runs and verify continuity prior to backfilling. No cable pulling or security system cabling installation shall be performed under this contract.

4.0 MANHOLE/UNDERGROUND CONDUIT SYSTEM

4.1 Conduit Materials and Installation

All conduit materials shall comply with DS/FSE/PME design specifications. The contractor shall install all conduits complete with required fittings, couplers, sweeps, caps, and pull rope.

All conduit ends shall be protected against debris intrusion until final acceptance.

4.2 Structures and Appurtenances

The local contractor shall provide labor and materials to repair structures to required elevations and uniform along the pull length of each structure. Structures below the grade line shall be properly supported, and the contractor shall connect each layer of backfill and pad material appropriately. Backfill material shall be compacted in 6-inch (150 millimeter) layers to ensure proper support and to prevent settlement.

The contractor shall use appropriate backfill materials as specified in the drawings and specifications. All backfill operations shall be performed in a manner that does not damage installed conduits, manholes, or other infrastructure. The contractor shall provide adequate compaction testing to verify that backfill materials meet the specified density requirements.

4.3 Concrete Finishing Requirements

General wetting of concrete surfaces during screeding, initial floating, or finishing operations is prohibited. Concrete may not be hosed if weather conditions do not permit proper finishing operations. Bleed water shall be completely removed and the concrete surface has sufficiently stiffened to permit operations before finishing begins. The contractor shall float the surface with power-driven floats or by hand floating as appropriate for the application. Concrete finishing shall be done in accordance with ACI standards and specifications. Finish grading shall incorporate the use of damp burlap across the surface to provide a uniform girth texture to slabs or traffic areas as specified. The contractor shall ensure that all concrete surfaces are properly cured to achieve the specified strength and durability characteristics. The contractor shall protect all newly placed concrete from damage due to weather, traffic, or other construction activities.

All concrete shall be allowed to cure for the specified period before being subjected to loads or traffic. The contractor shall provide appropriate curing methods, including the use of curing compounds, wet burlap, or other approved methods.

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4.4 Soil Materials and Specification

The local contractor shall provide labor and materials for soil where specified in the drawings and specifications. Soil materials shall be in accordance with the following requirements: soil backfill in ASTM 2487 soil backfill around the outside of structures shall consist of a combination of approved soil groups for rock or gravel. Acceptable materials include crushed stone, gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand. Asphalt or sand (light mix to medium) with a maximum 1-inch (25 millimeter) crushed stone and sand mixture may be used where specified. Sand cushion materials shall conform to ASTM C 33 requirements for fine aggregate, natural, or manufactured sand. All soil materials shall be free of organic matter, debris, and oversized particles that could damage installed infrastructure or prevent proper compaction.

4.5 Backfill and Compaction Procedures

Compaction of soil backfills and fills shall be performed in accordance with the specifications.

Soil backfills and fill soil materials shall be placed in layers not more than 8 inches (203 millimeters) in loose depth for material compacted by heavy compaction equipment. For material compacted by hand-operated tampers, layers shall not exceed 4 inches (102 millimeters) in loose depth. The contractor shall place backfills and fill soil materials evenly on all sides of structures to prevent uneven loading or displacement. The contractor shall provide compaction testing at the frequencies specified in the technical specifications to verify that the required density is achieved. All areas that fail to meet the specified compaction requirements shall be reworked at the contractor's expense until the requirements are met. The contractor shall maintain records of all compaction testing and shall provide these records to the Contracting Officer's Representative upon request.

5.0 CONCRETE WORK

5.1 Concrete Placement and Finishing

The local contractor shall provide labor and materials to repair structures to required elevations and uniform surfaces. All underground conduit shall be Schedule 80 PVC in accordance with DS/FSE/PME design specifications, and each contractor shall look or pull line in all installed conduit prior to concrete pour. The contractor shall ensure that all embedded items, including conduits, anchors, and inserts, are properly positioned and secured before concrete placement begins. Concrete may not be hosed if weather conditions do not permit proper finishing. Bleed water shall be completely removed and the concrete surface has sufficiently stiffened to permit operations. Float surface with power-driven floats or by hand floating as appropriate. Concrete finishing shall be done in accordance with ACI standards. Finish grading shall be performed using damp burlap across the surface to provide a uniform girth texture to slabs or traffic areas.

5.2 Curing and Protection

The contractor shall implement appropriate curing methods to ensure that concrete achieves the specified strength and durability characteristics. Curing methods may include the use of curing compounds, wet burlap, plastic sheeting, or other approved methods. The contractor shall protect

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all newly placed concrete from damage due to weather, traffic, or other construction activities during the curing period. All concrete shall be allowed to cure for the minimum specified period before being subjected to loads or traffic. The contractor shall monitor weather conditions and shall take appropriate measures to protect concrete from extreme temperatures, rapid drying, or other conditions that could adversely affect the quality of the finished product.

6.0 DELIVERABLES

6.1 Contractor Deliverables

The contractor shall provide the following deliverables:

A. Detailed project schedule prior to commencement of work B. Weekly progress reports during construction C. Material submittals and product data as required D. Existing utility as-built drawings and utility verification information prior to excavation activities E. Final site restoration confirmation

Design drawings and technical specifications shall be provided by DS/FSE/PME and are not a contractor deliverable.

6.2 Progress Reports and Schedule Updates

The contractor shall provide weekly progress reports during construction documenting work completed, materials delivered, personnel on site, and any issues or delays encountered. The reports shall include photographs documenting the progress of the work. The contractor shall provide construction schedule updates on a regular basis showing the current status of the work and any changes to the anticipated completion date. The contractor shall provide material delivery schedules showing when materials will be delivered to the site. The contractor shall coordinate all deliveries with compound security personnel and shall ensure that materials are properly stored and protected upon delivery.

7.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this contract shall be determined based on the scope of work and shall be specified in the contract award document. That period is defined below at section E. The contractor shall complete all work within the specified time period unless an extension is granted by the Contracting Officer. The contractor shall provide a detailed construction schedule showing all major activities and milestones within 10 days of contract award.

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8.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

8.1 Standards Compliance

All work shall comply with:

DS/FSE/PME design package 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC)

2021 OBO Design Standards DS Security Engineering Application Guidelines Applicable local building and safety codes

8.2 Inspections and Testing

The contractor shall provide access for government inspections at all times during the performance of the work. All work shall be subject to approval by designated government representatives, including the Contracting Officer's Representative and other technical personnel as designated. The contractor shall provide advance notice of all critical construction activities to allow for proper inspection and oversight. The contractor shall perform all required testing in accordance with the specifications and applicable codes and standards. Testing shall be performed by qualified testing laboratories or personnel, and all test results shall be provided to the Contracting Officer's Representative. Any deficiencies identified through inspections or testing must be corrected at the contractor's expense before the work will be accepted.

8.3 Deficiency Correction

The contractor shall correct all deficiencies identified during inspections or testing at no additional cost to the Government. The contractor shall provide a written plan for correcting deficiencies within 48 hours of notification. All corrective work shall be subject to re-inspection and re-testing to verify that the deficiencies have been properly addressed.

9.0 CONVERSION TABLE

For reference, the following conversion factors shall be used throughout this Statement of Work:

1 inch equals 25.4 millimeters; 1 foot equals 0.3048 meters; 3 inches equals 76 millimeters; and 4 inches equals 102 millimeters. All dimensions shown in imperial units shall be converted to metric units using these conversion factors where metric units are required.

10.0 POINTS OF CONTACT

The Contracting Officer for this project is Shawn Peebles. All questions regarding this Statement of Work or the contract requirements shall be directed to the Contracting Officer or the Contracting Officer's Representative.

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SECTION C - PACKAGING AND MARKING

RESERVED

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SECTION D - INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

The COR, or his/her authorized representatives, will inspect from time to time the services being performed and the supplies furnished to determine whether work is being performed in a satisfactory manner, and that all supplies are of acceptable quality and standards.

The Contractor shall be responsible for any countermeasures or corrective action, within the scope of this contract, which may be required by the Contracting Officer as a result of such inspection.

D.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

(a) "Substantial Completion" means the stage in the progress of the work as determined and certified by the Contracting Officer in writing to the Contractor, on which the work (or a portion designated by the Government) is sufficiently complete and satisfactory. Substantial completion means that the property may be occupied or used for the purpose for which it is intended, and only minor items such as touch-up, adjustments, and minor replacements or installations remain to be completed or corrected which:

(1) do not interfere with the intended occupancy or utilization of the work, and

(2) can be completed or corrected within the time period required for final completion.

(b) The "date of substantial completion" means the date determined by the Contracting Officer or authorized Government representative as of which substantial completion of the work has been achieved.

Use and Possession upon Substantial Completion - The Government shall have the right to take possession of and use the work upon substantial completion. Upon notice by the Contractor that the work is substantially complete (a Request for Substantial Completion) and an inspection by the Contracting Officer or an authorized Government representative (including any required tests), the Contracting Officer shall furnish the Contractor a Certificate of Substantial Completion. The certificate will be accompanied by a Schedule of Defects listing items of work remaining to be performed, completed, or corrected before final completion and acceptance.

Failure of the Contracting Officer to list any item of work shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for complying with the terms of the contract. The Government's possession or use upon substantial completion shall not be deemed an acceptance of any work under the contract.

D.2 FINAL COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE

D.2.1 "Final completion and acceptance" means the stage in the progress of the work as determined by the Contracting Officer and confirmed in writing to the Contractor, at which all work required under the contract has been completed in a satisfactory manner, subject to the discovery of defects after final completion, and except for items specifically excluded in the notice of final acceptance.

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D.2.2 The "date of final completion and acceptance" means the date determined by the Contracting Officer when final completion of the work has been achieved, as indicated by written notice to the Contractor.

D.2.3 FINAL INSPECTION AND TESTS. The Contractor shall give the Contracting Officer at least five (5) days advance written notice of the date when the work will be fully completed and ready for final inspection and tests. Final inspection and tests will be started not later than the date specified in the notice unless the Contracting Officer determines that the work is not ready for final inspection and so informs the Contractor.

D.2.4 FINAL ACCEPTANCE. If the Contracting Officer is satisfied that the work under the contract is complete (with the exception of continuing obligations), the Contracting Officer shall issue to the Contractor a notice of final acceptance and make final payment upon:

Satisfactory completion of all required tests, A final inspection that all items by the Contracting Officer listed in the Schedule of Defects have been completed or corrected and that the work is finally complete (subject to the discovery of defects after final completion), and

Submittal by the Contractor of all documents and other items required upon completion of the work, including a final request for payment (Request for Final Acceptance).

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SECTION E - DELIVERIES AND PERFORMANCE

52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK

(APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to:

(a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the Notice to Proceed,

(b) prosecute the work diligently, and,

(c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 60 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed.

The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

52.211-12 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES - CONSTRUCTION (SEPT 2000)

(a) If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time specified in the contract, or any extension, the Contractor shall pay liquidated damages to the Government in the amount of 100 for each calendar day of delay until the work is completed or accepted.

(b) continue to accrue until the work is completed. These liquidated damages are in addition to excess costs of repurchase under the Default clause.

CONTRACTOR'S SUBMISSION OF CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES

(a) The time for submission of the schedules referenced in FAR 52.236-15, "Schedules for Construction Contracts", paragraph (a), is hereby modified to reflect the due date for submission as " 10 calendar days after receipt of an executed contract".

(b) These schedules shall include the time by which shop drawings, product data, samples and other submittals required by the contract will be submitted for approval.

(c) The Contractor shall revise such schedules (1) to account for the actual progress of the work, (2) to reflect approved adjustments in the performance schedule, and (3) as required by the Contracting Officer to achieve coordination with work by the Government and any separate contractors used by the Government. The Contractor shall submit a schedule, which sequences work so as to minimize disruption at the job site.

(d) All deliverables shall be in the English language and any system of dimensions (English or metric) shown shall be consistent with that used in the contract. No extension of time shall be allowed due to delay by the Government in approving such deliverables if the Contractor has failed to act promptly and responsively in submitting its deliverables. The

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Contractor shall identify each deliverable as required by the contract.

(e) Acceptance of Schedule: When the Government has accepted any time schedule;

it shall be binding upon the Contractor. The completion date is fixed and may be extended only by a written contract modification signed by the Contracting Officer. Acceptance or approval of any schedule or revision thereof by the Government shall not:

(1) Extend the completion date or obligate the Government to do so,

(2) Constitute acceptance or approval of any delay, or

(3) Excuse the Contractor from or relieve the Contractor of its obligation to maintain the progress of the work and achieve final completion by the established completion date.

NOTICE OF DELAY

If the Contractor receives a notice of any change in the work, or if any other conditions arise which are likely to cause or are actually causing delays which the Contractor believes may result in late completion of the project, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer. The approved schedule, and shall state in what respects, if any, the relevant schedule, or the completion date should be revised. The Contractor shall give such notice promptly, not more than ten (10) days after the first event giving rise to the delay or prospective delay. Only the Contracting Officer may revise the approved time schedule.

NOTICE TO PROCEED

(a) After receiving and accepting any bonds or evidence of insurance, the Contracting Officer will provide the Contractor a Notice to Proceed. The Contractor must then prosecute the work, commencing and completing performance not later than the time period established in the contract.

(b) It is possible that the Contracting Officer may elect to issue the Notice to Proceed before receipt and acceptance of any bonds or evidence of insurance. Issuance of a Notice to Proceed by the Government before receipt of the required bonds or insurance certificates or policies shall not be a waiver of the requirement to furnish these documents.

WORKING HOURS

All work shall be performed during Monday-Friday 08.00-17.00. Other hours, if requested by the Contractor, may be approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The Contractor shall give 24 hours in advance to COR who will consider any deviation from the hours identified above. Changes in work hours, initiated by the Contractor, will not be a cause for a price increase.

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PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A preconstruction conference will be held 10 days after contract award at 25, Panayioti Yiannopoulou Street, 2402 Engomi, to discuss the schedule, submittals, notice to proceed, mobilization and other important issues that effect construction progress. See FAR 52.236-26, Preconstruction Conference.

DELIVERABLES - The following items shall be delivered under this contract:

Description Quantity Deliver Date Deliver To

Section G. Securities/Insurance 1 10 days after award CO Section E. Construction Schedule 1 10 days after award COR Section E. Preconstruction Conference 1 10 days after award COR Section G. Personnel Biographies 1 10 days after award COR

Section F. Payment Request 1

At substantial completion acceptance COR

Section D. Request for Substantial Completion 1 5 days before inspection COR

Section D. Request for Final Acceptance 1 5 days before inspection COR

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SECTION F CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

652.242-70 CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) (AUG 1999)

(a) The Contracting Officer may designate in writing one or more Government employees, by name or position title, to take action for the Contracting Officer under this

Such designation(s) shall specify the scope and limitations of the authority so delegated;

provided, that the designee shall not change the terms or conditions of the contract, unless the COR is a warranted Contracting Officer, and this authority is delegated in the designation.

(b) The COR for this contract is the Project Manager/Supervisor.

Payment: The Contractor's attention is directed to Section H, 52.232-5, "Payments Under Fixed- Price Construction Contracts". The following elaborates on the information contained in that clause.

Requests for payment, may be made no more frequently than monthly. Payment requests shall cover the value of labor and materials completed and in place, including a prorated portion of overhead and profit.

After receipt of the Contractor's request for payment, and on the basis of an inspection of the work, the Contracting Officer shall make a determination as to the amount, which is then due. If the Contracting Officer does not approve payment of the full amount applied for, less the retainage allowed by in 52.232-5, the Contracting Officer shall advise the Contractor as to the reasons.

Under the authority of 52.232-27(a), the 14 day period identified in FAR 52.232-27(a)(1)(i)(A) is hereby changed to 30 days.

All invoices are to be submitted electronically at

NicosiaFACinvoices@state.gov

Invoices shall not include a line for VAT. An exemption certificate shall be provided to the contractor by the US Embassy.

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SECTION G - SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

G.1.0 PERFORMANCE/PAYMENT PROTECTION - The Contractor shall furnish some form of payment protection as described in 52.228-13 in the amount of 50% of the contract price.

This will be in the form of bank guarantee.

G.1.1 The Contractor shall provide the information required by the paragraph above within ten

(10) calendar days after award. Failure to timely submit the required security may result in rescinding or termination of the contract by the Government. If the contract is terminated, the Contractor will be liable for those costs as described in FAR 52.249-10, Default (Fixed-Price Construction), which is included in this purchase order.

G.1.2 The bonds or alternate performance security shall guarantee the Contractor's execution and completion of the work within the contract time. This security shall also guarantee the correction of any defects after completion, the payment of all wages and other amounts payable by the Contractor under its subcontracts or for labor and materials, and the satisfaction or removal of any liens or encumbrances placed on the work.

G.1.3 The required securities shall remain in effect in the full amount required until final acceptance of the project by the Government. Upon final acceptance, the penal sum of the performance security shall be reduced to 10% of the contract price. The security shall remain in effect for one year after the date of final completion and acceptance, and the Contractor shall pay any premium required for the entire period of coverage.

G.2.0 INSURANCE - The Contractor is required by FAR 52.228-5, "Insurance - Work on a Government Installation" to provide whatever insurance is legally necessary. The Contractor shall at its own expense provide and maintain during the entire performance period the following insurance amounts:

G.2.1 GENERAL LIABILITY (includes premises/operations, collapse hazard, products, completed operations, contractual, independent contractors, broad form property damage, personal injury):

(1) BODILY INJURY, ON OR OFF THE SITE, IN EURO

Per Occurrence 60,000.00

Cumulative 160,000.00

(2) PROPERTY DAMAGE, ON OR OFF THE SITE, IN EURO

Per Occurrence 60000.00

Cumulative 160,000.00

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G.2.2 The foregoing types and amounts of insurance are the minimums required. The Contractor shall obtain any other types of insurance required by local law or that are ordinarily or customarily obtained in the location of the work. The limit of such insurance shall be as provided by law or sufficient to meet normal and customary claims.

G.2.3 The Contractor agrees that the Government shall not be responsible for personal injuries or for damages to any property of the Contractor, its officers, agents, servants, and employees, or any other person, arising from and incident to the Contractor's performance of this contract. The Contractor shall hold harmless and indemnify the Government from any and all claims arising therefrom, except in the instance of gross negligence on the part of the Government.

G.2.4 The Contractor shall obtain adequate insurance for damage to, or theft of, materials and equipment in insurance coverage for loose transit to the site or in storage on or off the site.

G.2.5 The general liability policy required of the Contractor shall name "the United States of America, acting by and through the Department of State", as an additional insured with respect to operations performed under this contract.

G.3.0 DOCUMENT DESCRIPTIONS

G.3.1 SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS: The Contracting Officer shall furnish from time to time such detailed drawings and other information as is considered necessary, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, to interpret, clarify, supplement, or correct inconsistencies, errors or omissions in the Contract documents, or to describe minor changes in the work not involving an increase in the contract price or extension of the contract time. The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of the supplemental documents, and unless prompt objection is made by the Contractor within 20 days, their issuance shall not provide for any claim for an increase in the Contract price or an extension of contract time.

G.3.1.1. RECORD DOCUMENTS. The Contractor shall maintain at the project site:

(1) a current marked set of Contract drawings and specifications indicating all interpretations and clarification, contract modifications, change orders, or any other departure from the contract requirements approved by the Contracting Officer; and,

(2) a complete set of record shop drawings, product data, samples and other submittals as approved by the Contracting Officer.

G.3.1.2 . "As-Built" Documents: After final completion of the work, but before final acceptance thereof, the Contractor shall provide:

(1) a complete set of "as-built" drawings, based upon the record set of drawings, marked to show the details of construction as actually accomplished; and,

(2) record shop drawings and other submittals, in the number and form as required by the specifications.

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G.4.0 LAWS AND REGULATIONS - The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for complying with all laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work, including those of the host country, and with the lawful orders of any governmental authority having jurisdiction. Host country authorities may not enter the construction site without the permission of the Contracting Officer. Unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall comply with the more stringent of the requirements of such laws, regulations, and orders and of the contract. In the event of a conflict between the contract and such laws, regulations and orders, the Contractor shall promptly advise the Contracting Officer of the conflict and of the Contractor's proposed course of action for resolution by the Contracting Officer.

G.4.1 The Contractor shall comply with all local labor laws, regulations, customs, and practices pertaining to labor, safety, and similar matters, to the extent that such compliance is not inconsistent with the requirements of this contract.

G.4.2 The Contractor shall give written assurance to the Contracting Officer that all subcontractors and others performing work on or for the project have obtained all requisite licenses and permits.

G.4.3 The Contractor shall submit proper documentation and evidence satisfactory to the Contracting Officer of compliance with this clause.

G.5.0 CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL - The Contractor shall maintain discipline at the site and at all times take all reasonable precautions to prevent any unlawful, riotous, or disorderly conduct by or among those employed at the site. The Contractor shall ensure the preservation of peace and protection of persons and property in the neighborhood of the project against such action. The Contracting Officer may require, in writing that the Contractor remove from the work any employee that the Contracting Officer deems incompetent, careless, insubordinate or otherwise objectionable, or whose continued employment on the project is deemed by the Contracting Officer to be contrary to the Government's interests.

G.5.1 If the Contractor has knowledge that any actual or potential labor dispute is delaying or threatens to delay the timely performance of this contract, the Contractor shall immediately give notice, including all relevant information, to the Contracting Officer.

G.5.2 After award, the Contractor has ten calendar days to submit to the Contracting Officer a list of workers and supervisors assigned to this project for the Government to conduct all necessary security checks. It is anticipated that security checks will take 10 days to perform.

For each individual, the list shall include:

Full Name Place and Date of Birth Current Address Identification number

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Failure to provide any of the above information may be considered grounds for rejection and/or resubmittal of the application. Once the Government has completed the security screening and approved the applicants a badge will be provided to the individual for access to the site. This badge may be revoked at any time due to the falsification of data, or misconduct on site.

G.5.3 The Contractor shall provide an English speaking supervisor on site at all times. This position is considered as key personnel under this purchase order.

G.6.0 Materials and Equipment - All materials and equipment incorporated into the work shall be new and for the purpose intended, unless otherwise specified. All workmanship shall be of good quality and performed in a skillful manner that will withstand inspection by the Contracting Officer.

G.7.0 SPECIAL WARRANTIES

G.7.1 Any special warranties that may be required under the contract shall be subject to the stipulations set forth in 52.246-21, "Warranty of Construction", as long as they are not in conflict.

G.7.2 The Contractor shall obtain and furnish to the Government all information required to make any subcontractor's, manufacturer's, or supplier's guarantee or warranty legally binding and effective. The Contractor shall submit both the information and the guarantee or warranty to the Government in sufficient time to permit the Government to meet any time limit specified in the guarantee or warranty, but not later than completion and acceptance of all work under this contract.

G.8.0 EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS

Any circumstance for which the contract provides an equitable adjustment that causes a change within the meaning of paragraph (a) of the "Changes" clause shall be treated as a change under that clause; provided, that the Contractor gives the Contracting Officer prompt written notice (within 20 days) stating:

(a) the date, circumstances, and applicable contract clause authorizing an equitable adjustment and

(b) that the Contractor regards the event as a changed condition for which an equitable adjustment is allowed under the contract

The Contractor shall provide written notice of a differing site condition within 10 calendar days of occurrence following FAR 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions.

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G.9.0 ZONING APPROVALS AND PERMITS

The Government shall be responsible for:

- obtaining proper zoning or other land use control approval for the project

- obtaining the approval of the Contracting Drawings and Specifications

- paying fees due for the foregoing; and,

- for obtaining and paying for the initial building permits.

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SECTION H - CLAUSES

52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. In addition, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at: Acquisition.gov this address is subject to change.

If the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is not available at the location indicated above, use the Department of State Acquisition website at e-CFR to see the links to the FAR. You may also location of the most current FAR.

THE FOLLOWING FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION CLAUSE(S) IS/ARE

INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (48 CFR CH. 1):

CLAUSE TITLE AND DATE

52.202-1 DEFINITIONS (JUN 2020)

52.203-17 CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE WHISTLEBLOWER RIGHTS (NOV 2023)

52.204-9 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

(JAN 2011)

52.204-10 REPORTING EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND FIRST-TIER

SUBCONTRACT AWARDS (JUN 2020)

52.204-13 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE (OCT 2018)

52.204-18 COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY CODE MAINTENANCE

(AUG 2020)

52.204-19 INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF REPRESENTATIONS AND

CERTIFICATIONS (DEC 2014)

52.204-27 PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION (JUN 2023)

52.209-6 PROTECTING THE GOVERNMENT'S INTEREST WHEN

SUBCONTRACTING WITH CONTRACTORS DEBARRED, SUSPENDED

OR PROPOSED FOR DEBARMENT OR VOLUNTARILY EXCLUDED (JAN

2025)

52.216-7 ALLOWABLE COST AND PAYMENT (AUG 2018)

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52.222-1 NOTICE TO THE GOVERNMENT OF LABOR DISPUTES (FEB 1997)

52.222-19 CHILD LABOR-COOPERATION WITH AUTHORITIES AND REMEDIES

(MAR 2026)

52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (OCT 2025)

52.225-5 TRADE AGREEMENTS (NOV 2023)

52.225-13 RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASES (FEB 2021)

52.225-14 INCONSISTENCY BETWEEN ENGLISH VERSION AND TRANSLATION

OF CONTRACT (FEB 2000)

52.226-8 ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT MESSAGING

WHILE DRIVING (MAY 2024)

52.228-4 -HAZARD INSURANCE

OVERSEAS (APR 1984)

52.228-5 INSURANCE - WORK ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION (JAN 1997)

52.228-11 PLEDGES OF ASSETS (FEB 2021)

52.228-13 ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT PROTECTION (JULY 2000)

52.228-14 IRREVOCABLE LETTER OF CREDIT (NOV 2014)

52.228-15 PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS-CONSTRUCTION (JUN 2020)

52.229-6 TAXES - FOREIGN FIXED-PRICE CONTRACTS (FEB 2013)

52.229-7 TAXES- FIXED PRICE CONTRACTS WITH FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS

(FEB 2013)

52.232-5 PAYMENTS UNDER FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

(MAY 2014)

52.232-8 DISCOUNTS FOR PROMPT PAYMENT (FEB 2002)

52.232-11 EXTRAS (APR 1984)

52.232-18 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS (APR 1984)

52.232-22 LIMITATION OF FUNDS (APR 1984)

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52.232-25 PROMPT PAYMENT (JAN 2017)

52.232-27 PROMPT PAYMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (JAN 2017)

52.232-33 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER - SYSTEM FOR AWARD

MANAGEMENT (OCT 2018)

52.232-34 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER OTHER THAN

SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (JULY 2013)

52.233-1 DISPUTES (MAY 2014) ALTERNATE I (DEC 1991)

52.233-3 PROTEST AFTER AWARD (AUG 1996)

52.236-2 DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONS (APR 1984)

52.236-3 SITE INVESTIGATION AND CONDITIONS AFFECTING THE WORK

(APR 1984)

52.236-5 MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP (APR 1984)

52.236-6 SUPERINTENDENCE BY THE CONTRACTOR (APR 1984)

52.236-7 PERMITS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOV 1991)

52.236-8 OTHER CONTRACTS (APR 1984)

52.236-9 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT,

UTILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTS (APR 1984)

52.236-10 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS (APR 1984)

52.236-11 USE AND POSSESSION PRIOR TO COMPLETION (APR 1984)

52.236-12 CLEANING UP (APR 1984)

52.236-13 ACCIDENT PREVENTION (NOV 1991)

52.236-14 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES (APR 1984)

52.236-15 SCHEDULES FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (APR 1984)

52.236-21 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION (FEB 1997)

52.236-26 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE (FEB 1995)

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52.242-14 SUSPENSION OF WORK (APR 1984)

52.243-4 CHANGES (JUN 2007)

52.243-5 CHANGES AND CHANGED CONDITIONS (APR 1984)