19PA1026Q0007 - Solicitation Paver Grouting project.pdf

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

19PA1026Q0007

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

[x] NEGOTIATED (RFQ)

3. DATE ISSUED

07/23/2026

PAGE OF PAGES

IMPORTANT - The “offer” section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO. 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PR16123426

6. PROJECT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

US Embassy Asuncion Mcal. Lopez 1776 Ave and Kubistchek

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

Jose Vazquez

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS) +595 -21- 2483254

SOLICITATION

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

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date):

Paver Grouting project - Compound

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within ____ calendar days and complete it within ____ calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory, negotiable. (See _______________.)

12A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If “YES,” indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

YES NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Digital offers to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by __August 14, 2026_ (hour) local time ____17:00hs____ (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror’s name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B. An offer guarantee is, is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than _____ calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM

1442 (REV. 4-85)

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FAR (48 CFR)

53.236-1(e)

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government within _____ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER

(Type or print)

20B. SIGNATURE

20C. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

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

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this do representations, certifications, and specifications or incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your off

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED

TO SIGN (Type or print)

31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30B. SIGNATURE

30C. DATE

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31C. AWARD DATE

Computer Generated STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK (REV. 4-85

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1442 COVER SHEET

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: Standard Form 25, “Performance and Payment Guaranty Bond”

Attachment 2: Breakdown of Price by Divisions of Specifications

J. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO SUBMIT A QUOTATION

K. EVALUATION CRITERIA

L. REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS

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.

The Contractor shall provide the services shown below starting on the date stated in the Notice to Proceed. The fixed unit prices for each category are:

Number Description of Service Unit Estimated

Qty Unit Price Total

001 Site Survey and Documentation ALL 1 002 Grout and Sand Removal ALL 1 003 Paver Testing and Resetting ALL 1 004 Expansion Joint Installation ALL 1 005 Grout Installation ALL 1 006 Surface Sealing ALL 1 007 Cleaning and Final Restoration ALL 1 008 Third Party and IPS Insurance ALL 1 009 Performance and Payment Bond ALL 1

010 DBA INSURANCE ALL 1

Total Estimated Amount:

A.1 VALUE ADDED TAX

VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT). The Government will not reimburse the Contractor for VAT under this contract. The Contractor shall not include a line for VAT on Invoices as the U.S.

Embassy has a tax exemption certificate with the host government.

SECTION B - STATEMENT OF WORK

1. Project Identification Project Title: Comprehensive Stone Flooring Grouting Repair and Remediation Location: U.S. Embassy Asunción Project Type / Nature of Project: Construction – Restoration (Civil Works) Discipline: Civil Engineering (Grout removal, joint preparation, grout installation, surface sealing) Date: May 2026

2. Purpose

The purpose of this Scope of Work is to define the requirements for the complete removal and replacement of all defective grout joints in stone flooring and paving throughout the U.S.

Embassy compound. The work includes removal of improperly installed grout and sand fill, joint preparation, resetting of loose pavers, installation of expansion joints, application of specification-compliant grout to full depth, and sealing of limestone surfaces. The project aims to restore safety, eliminate trip hazards, prevent further deterioration of stone pavers, and ensure long-term structural integrity in accordance with U.S. Department of State (DoS), International Building Code (IBC), original construction specifications, and local Paraguayan regulations.

3. Background

Since January 2023, the Embassy compound has experienced widespread grouting failures in stone flooring and paving. These deficiencies were formally documented in Warranty Claim #9, submitted on January 23, 2023, identifying approximately 2000 square meters of damaged grouting in roads, sidewalks, and driveways throughout the compound, including areas around the CCAC, MCAC, NOB, and SPX buildings. The warranty request noted that the problem was "worsening day by day."

In November 2024, ZGF Architects (the project designer) and AECOM conducted a comprehensive on-site inspection at the request of the Office of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO). The investigation revealed the root cause of the failures: grout joints were improperly installed from the outset—filled with sand and only a thin layer of grout (1/8" to ½") on top— rather than being filled to full depth with latex-modified grout as specified in the construction documents (Specification Section 321400 – Unit Paving).

The improper installation has resulted in:

• Grout material evacuating from joints, leaving voids and unstable surfaces

• Pavers are becoming loose and rotating due to torsional stress

• Safety hazards for staff and visitors walking on affected surfaces

• Progressive deterioration despite limited repair attempts

Between late 2025 and January 2026, the construction company completed limited repairs to areas with visible grouting damage and submitted their completion report in January 2026.

However, these repairs did not address the systemic nature of the deficiency, and large areas of damaged grouting throughout the compound remain unrepaired.

The affected areas include:

• Entrance Plaza

• Entrance Courtyard

• NOB/MSGR breezeway

• Public side of the CCAC

• Consular Court

• Pedestrian walkways and pathways

• Vehicular roadways and motor courts

• Interior stone flooring throughout the NOB building

• Staff and Consular Gardens

• Motor Pool Plaza and pathways

• Others

From the outset, Post and OBO have recognized that comprehensive remediation of the entire grouting system is necessary rather than continued patchwork repairs. This project will completely redo the grouting work to proper standards as specified in the original construction documents, providing a permanent solution rather than temporary fixes.

4. Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, supervision, insurance, and transportation necessary to perform the following tasks:

4.1 Site Survey and Documentation

• Conduct a comprehensive survey of all stone paving and flooring areas to identify the full extent of grouting deficiencies

• Document existing conditions through detailed photography and written reports

• Identify all pavers that have separated from the setting bed

• Locate all expansion/isolation joints per construction documents (CMPD C112A –

Jointing Plan)

• Prepare a detailed work plan identifying repair zones and sequencing

4.2 Grout and Sand Removal

• Remove all existing defective grout, sand, and debris from joints down to the setting bed throughout approximately 2000+ square meters of affected areas

• Clean joints thoroughly using appropriate mechanical methods without damaging stone pavers or setting bed

• Prepare joints per Specification Section 096340, Section 3.2 (for interior applications) and Specification Section 321400 (for exterior applications)

• Protect drains, mechanical systems, and adjacent surfaces throughout the removal phase

• Collect, load, and transport all debris to an authorized disposal site in compliance with environmental regulations

4.3 Paver Testing and Resetting

• Test all pavers for proper adhesion to the setting bed

• Identify and mark all loose or unstable pavers

• Remove loose pavers carefully to avoid damage

• Clean substrate surfaces thoroughly per manufacturer's instructions

• Repair setting bed where damaged or deteriorated

• Reset all loose pavers using appropriate mortar/adhesive per original specifications

• Allow proper curing time before grouting operations

4.4 Expansion Joint Installation

• Identify and mark all expansion/isolation joint locations per construction documents (CMPD C112A and CMPD L511)

• Install joint filler and sealant at all expansion/isolation joints per details on CMPD L511

• Ensure expansion joints are properly sealed and comply with original design intent

• Use approved sealant materials suitable for exterior applications and compatible with stone materials

4.5 Grout Installation

• Supply and install latex-modified grout compliant with Specification Section 321400, Section 3.4.I (exterior) and Section 096340 (interior)

• Use approved grout color matching original design intent (submit samples for approval)

• Force grout into joints to ensure complete filling to full depth

• Ensure no voids or air pockets remain in grout joints

• Tool joints as specified in construction documents

• Maintain proper joint width and depth throughout

• Protect newly grouted areas during curing period

• Follow manufacturer's instructions for mixing, application, and curing

4.6 Surface Sealing

• Apply sealant on limestone pavers per Specification Section 321400, Section 3.5.D

• Ensure surfaces are clean and dry before sealant application

• Use approved sealant products suitable for exterior stone applications

• Follow manufacturer's application and curing requirements

4.7 Cleaning and Final Restoration

• Clean all work areas, remove dust, residues, and construction waste

• Perform final wash of all stone surfaces using approved cleaning methods and products

• Remove all temporary protection and barricades

• Restore landscaping and adjacent areas disturbed during construction

• Leave all areas ready for inspection and final acceptance

5. Technical Requirements

The contractor shall comply with the following standards, specifications, and regulations:

Design Documents:

• Specification Section 321400 – Unit Paving

• Specification Section 096340 – Stone Flooring (interior applications)

Standards and Codes:

• U.S. Department of State Overseas Building Operations (OBO) Construction Safety Manual

• International Building Code (IBC)

• ANSI A108/A118/A136.1 – Tile and Stone Installation Requirements

• OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926 – Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

• Paraguayan local construction and environmental regulations

Material Requirements:

• All grout materials must be latex-modified and suitable for exterior applications in tropical climate

• Grout must be resistant to water infiltration, freeze-thaw cycles (if applicable), and UV exposure

• Sealants must be compatible with limestone and granite materials

• All materials must match or exceed original specification requirements

• Expansion joint sealants must accommodate movement and maintain watertight seal

6. Deliverables The contractor shall provide the following:

1. Detailed work plan and execution schedule with phasing to minimize disruption

2. Site survey report documenting extent of deficiencies

3. Material submittals including datasheets for all grout, sealants, adhesives, and setting materials

4. Grout color samples for approval prior to installation

5. Daily progress reports

6. Photographic documentation of work progress (before, during, and after each phase)

7. Documentation of paver resetting locations and methods

8. Expansion joint location verification and installation documentation

9. Quality assurance and testing documentation (grout strength, adhesion tests)

10. As-built drawings showing final installation and expansion joint locations

11. Final inspection report

12. Warranty certificates (minimum three years workmanship; materials per manufacturer warranties)

13. Maintenance recommendations and care instructions

7. Period of Performance

The work shall be completed within twelve (12) months from the date of the Notice to Proceed (NTP). The extended timeline accounts for:

• The large scope of work (2000+ square meters)

• Required curing periods between phases

• Phased execution to maintain Embassy operations

• Weather considerations for exterior work

Any deviation from the schedule must be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

Working Hours: Work shall be performed during authorized hours:

• Monday through Thursday: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

• Friday: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM

• No work outside these hours or on weekends without prior written approval from the

COR

Phasing Requirements:

• Work shall be phased to maintain access to critical areas

• High-traffic areas shall be scheduled during periods of lowest impact

• Contractor shall coordinate with Post to minimize disruption to operations

• Temporary walkways and barriers shall be provided as necessary

8. Safety and Security Requirements

• All contractor personnel must comply with Embassy security access procedures

• Daily coordination with Marine Security Guards is required for site access

• A complete list of workers (including names, identification numbers, and photographs) must be submitted at least 5 business days prior to starting work

• All tools, equipment, and materials must be inspected upon entry and exit from the compound

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be always worn (minimum: hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves)

• Work areas must be properly barricaded with safety fencing and signage to prevent unauthorized access and trip hazards

• Wet floor signs and warning tape shall be used during and after grouting operations

• All work shall comply with OSHA and DoS safety requirements

• Contractor shall maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on-site for all chemicals and materials used

• Emergency contact information and procedures must be posted at work sites

9. Insurance and DBA Requirements

The contractor shall provide:

• Defense Base Act (DBA) Insurance for all workers, mandatory under U.S. Government regulations

• Local liability insurance with minimum coverage as specified in contract

• Worker's accident insurance in accordance with Paraguayan labor law

• Property damage insurance

Insurance certificates must be submitted and approved before any work begins. Certificates shall name the U.S. Government as additional insured.

10. Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE)

None. The contractor shall provide all equipment, tools, scaffolding, cleaning equipment, barricades, temporary protection, and materials required to complete the work.

11. Payment

Payment terms will be based on the final contract issued. Progress payments may be authorized upon verification of work completed by the COR.

12. Acceptance Criteria

Final acceptance will be granted when:

1. All work is completed according to contract specifications and construction documents

2. Quality inspections conducted by the COR meet required standards

3. Random testing of grout joints confirms full-depth installation with no voids

4. All pavers are firmly adhered to setting bed with no movement

5. All expansion joints are properly installed and sealed

6. Surface sealing is complete and properly cured

7. All deliverables and documentation are submitted and approved

8. Punch list items, if any, are fully resolved

9. Final walkthrough with Post and OBO representatives confirms satisfactory completion

13. Site Conditions

• All work areas are located within a secure diplomatic compound

• Access is restricted and subject to security protocols

• Contractor must coordinate material deliveries at least 24 hours in advance with the COR and Marine Security Guards

• Large deliveries may require special coordination and inspection

• Storage space for materials and equipment is limited and must be coordinated prior to mobilization

• Contractor is responsible for protecting existing facilities, landscaping, and building systems during construction activities

• Work areas include high-traffic pedestrian zones and vehicular roadways

• Some interior work will be conducted in occupied office spaces requiring coordination with building occupants

• Weather conditions (rain, high temperatures) may affect exterior work scheduling

• Contractor should monitor weather forecasts and adjust schedule accordingly to ensure proper curing conditions

14. Quality Control

The contractor shall implement a quality control program including:

• Daily inspection of completed work

• Testing of grout depth at random locations (minimum 5% of joints)

• Verification of paver stability before grouting

• Documentation of all quality control activities

• Immediate correction of any deficiencies identified

• Weekly quality control meetings with COR

15. Warranty The contractor shall provide:

• Minimum One (1) year warranty on all workmanship

• Material warranties per manufacturer specifications (submit warranty certificates)

• Warranty shall cover grout failure, paver detachment, and expansion joint failure

• Contractor will respond to warranty claims within 5 business days

• Warranty period begins upon final acceptance of work

16. References This Scope of Work is based on the following reports and documentation:

• Warranty Support Request Form WR-09, dated January 23, 2023

• ZGF Architects Trip Report, November 20-21, 2024

• AECOM Field Report FR-01, dated November 20, 2024

• Original construction documents and specifications for New Embassy Compound, Asuncion, Paraguay

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SECTION C - PACKAGING AND MARKING

RESERVED

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.

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).

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 _30 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 __90 working days___

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 N/A for each calendar day of delay until the work is completed or accepted.

(b) If the Government terminates the Contractor’s right to proceed, liquidated damages will 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

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 Contractor’s notice shall state the effect, if any, of such change or other conditions upon 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 Embassy regular working hours Mondays through Thursdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Fridays from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. 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.

PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A preconstruction conference will be held 10 days after contract award at Embassy of the United State of America, Mcal Lopez 1776 NOB L1 room 1307 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 Last calendar day of each month COR

Section D. Request for Substantial Completion 1 15 days before inspection COR

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

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 contract. Each designee shall be identified as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

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 Anibal Valiente Building Engineer

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.

FacturasAsuncionAmEmb@state.gov Designated Billing Office US Embassy Asuncion

The Contractor shall NOT show Value Added Tax (VAT) as a separate item on invoices submitted for payment.

mailto:FacturasAsuncionAmEmb@state.gov

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.

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 U.S. DOLLARS

Per Occurrence 2500 US$

Cumulative 5000 US$

(2) PROPERTY DAMAGE, ON OR OFF THE SITE, IN U.S. DOLLARS

Per Occurrence 2500 US$

Cumulative 5000 US$

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.

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 30 days to perform.

For each individual, the list shall include:

Full Name Place and Date of Birth Current Address Identification number

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.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.

G.9.0 ZONING APPROVALS AND PERMITS

- RESERVED

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 use an Internet “search engine” (for example, Google, Yahoo or Excite) to obtain the latest 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)

https://acquisition.gov/browse/index/far https://gov.ecfr.io/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=d9a7851186785ba2b1896db79b1b6b29&mc=true&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title48/48tab_02.tpl

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

52.222-19 CHILD LABOR-COOPERATION WITH AUTHORITIES AND REMEDIES

(JAN 2025)

52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (NOV 2021)

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)

52.228-3 WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE (DEFENSE BASE ACT)

(JUL 2014)

52.228-4 WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND WAR-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)

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)

52.242-14 SUSPENSION OF WORK (APR 1984)

52.243-4 CHANGES (JUN 2007)

52.243-5 CHANGES AND CHANGED CONDITIONS (APR 1984)

52.245-2 GOVERNMENT PROPERTY INSTALLATION OPERATION SERVICES

(APR 2012)

52.245-9 USE AND CHARGES (APR 2012)

52.246-12 INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION (AUG 1996)

52.246-17 WARRANTY OF SUPPLIES OF A NONCOMPLEX NATURE (JUN 2003)

52.246-21 WARRANTY OF CONSTRUCTION (MAR 1994)

52.246-26 REPORTING NONCONFORMING ITEMS (AUG 2024)

52.249-2 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF THE GOVERNMENT (FIXED-

PRICE) (APR 2012)

52.249-10 DEFAULT (FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION) (APR 1984)

52.249-14 EXCUSABLE DELAYS (APR 1984)

I. FAR CLAUSES INCORPORATED IN FULL TEXT

52.204-25 PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING FOR CERTAIN

TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR

EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause— Backhaul means intermediate links between the core network, or backbone network, and the small subnetworks at the edge of the network (e.g., connecting cell phones/towers to the core telephone network). Backhaul can be wireless (e.g., microwave) or wired (e.g., fiber optic, coaxial cable, Ethernet).

Covered foreign country means The People’s Republic of China.

Covered telecommunications equipment or services means–

(1) Telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities);

(2) For the purpose of public safety, security of Government facilities, physical security surveillance of critical infrastructure, and other national security purposes, video surveillance and telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, or Dahua Technology Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities);

(3) Telecommunications or video surveillance services provided by such entities or using such equipment; or

(4) Telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced or provided by an entity that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director of National Intelligence or the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, reasonably believes to be an entity owned or controlled by, or otherwise connected to, the government of a covered foreign country.

Critical technology means–

(1) Defense articles or defense services included on the United States Munitions List set forth in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations under subchapter M of chapter I of title 22, Code of Federal Regulations;

(2) Items included on the Commerce Control List set forth in Supplement No. 1 to part 774 of the Export Administration Regulations under subchapter C of chapter VII of title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, and controlled-

(i) Pursuant to multilateral regimes, including for reasons relating to national security, chemical and biological weapons proliferation, nuclear nonproliferation, or missile technology;

or

(ii) For reasons relating to regional stability or surreptitious listening;

(3) Specially designed and prepared nuclear equipment, parts and components, materials, software, and technology covered by part 810 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (relating to assistance to foreign atomic energy activities);

(4) Nuclear facilities, equipment, and material covered by part 110 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (relating to export and import of nuclear equipment and material);

(5) Select agents and toxins covered by part 331 of title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, part 121 of title 9 of such Code, or part 73 of title 42 of such Code; or

(6) Emerging and foundational technologies controlled pursuant to section 1758 of the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4817).

Interconnection arrangements means arrangements governing the physical connection of two or more networks to allow the use of another's network to hand off traffic where it is ultimately delivered (e.g., connection of a customer of telephone provider A to a customer of telephone company B) or sharing data and other information resources.

Reasonable inquiry means an inquiry designed to uncover any information in the entity's possession about the identity of the producer or provider of covered telecommunications equipment or services used by the entity that excludes the need to include an internal or third-party audit.