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MCAC Repair After March 1st Attack

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SENSITIVE BUT UNCLASSIFIED

U.S CONSULATE KARACHI, PAKISTAN

STATEMENT OF WORK

For

March 2026

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Scope of Work (SOW) – MCAC Repair

1. Project Title Repair of MCAC and Associated Works After the March 1st Attack.

2. Background The MCAC building requires repair to address damage incurred during March 1st protest to the exterior and interior elements, including facade granite stone, pavers, ceilings, finishes, and electrical systems, to ensure safety, functionality, and aesthetics of the Main CAC.

3. Objectives Repair the MCAC exterior after the March 1st attack.

4. Scope of Work and Tasks The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to complete the following tasks:

• Task 1: Replacement of Facade Granite o Remove existing damaged granite stone panel from the building facade.

o Supply and install new granite stone panels matching the original design, color, and finish, or as specified by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

o ST-3 MG-4 Ghibli Grey Granite Size: 27.5-inch x 18-inch x 12 mm and Size: Size: 607mm x 90 mm (Color/Finish: Polished).

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ST-3 Ghibli Granite Grey required size:

• 1130 mm (Width) x 700 mm (Height) x 40 mm (Qty 02)

• 1140 mm (Width) x 700 mm (Height) x 40 mm (Qty 03)

• 45.5 inch (Width) x 6 inches (Height) x 3 inches (Tapered) x 400mm thick.

(Qty 03)

• 1540 mm (Width) x 180 mm (Height) x 40mm (Qty 02)

ST-6 Ghibli Granite required Size: Color/Finish: Honed).

• 980mm (Height) x 1230 mm (Width) x 40mm (Qty 01)

• 1130 mm (Width)x 980 mm (Height) x 40mm (Qty 03) o Ensure proper anchoring, sealing, and alignment of all granite panels.

o Exterior Substrates:

• The Contractor can utilize Stone Adhesive LATAPOXY-310 (or equivalent) is a two component, high strength epoxy adhesive, which is formulated for spot bonding.

• Fixing method of tile and stone installations on vertical surfaces.

• Mortar Bed Bond Coat: Mix neat cement and latex additive to a creamy consistency.

• E. Latex-Modified Portland Cement Bond Coat: Proportion and mix

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• and latex additive to comply with latex-additive manufacturer’s written instructions.

• F. Cement-Paste Bond Coat: Mix either neat cement and water or cement, sand and water to a consistency like that of thick cream.

• G. Joint Grout: Comply with mixing requirements of referenced ANSI standards and manufacturer’s written instructions.

• Dispose of removed materials in accordance with local regulations.

4.1 STONE WALL BASE

• 1. Nominal Thickness: 3/4 inch (20 mm), unless otherwise indicated.

• 2. Top-Edge Detail: Straight, slightly eased at corner), unless otherwise indicated.

• 3. Ends: Butt ends into casings and opening frames and return ends to depth of adjacent finish with edge detail same as top edge at other locations, unless otherwise indicated.

• 4. Joints: about 1/16-inch- (1.5-mm-) wide grouted joints.

MORTAR AND GROUT MIXES

• A. Mortar: Comply with referenced standards and with manufacturers’ written instructions for mixing proportions, mixing equipment, mixer speeds, mixing containers, mixing time, and other procedures needed to produce mortars of uniform quality and with optimum performance characteristics.

• 1. Do not use admixtures, including pigments, air-entraining agents, accelerators, retarders, water-repellent agents, antifreeze compounds, or other admixtures, unless otherwise indicated. Do not use calcium chloride.

• 2. Combine and thoroughly mix cementitious materials, water, and aggregates in a mechanical batch mixer, unless otherwise indicated. Discard mortar when it has reached initial set.

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4.2 INSTALLATION OF STONE WALL BASE

Stone Base at Walls without Stone Paneling: Adhere units to plywood backing with full spread of water-cleanable epoxy adhesive. Hold adhesive back from exposed edges of joints to allow for grouting.

STONE PROTECTION:

A. Prohibit traffic from installed stones for a minimum of 72 hours.

B. Protect stone wall bases during construction with non-staining kraft paper.

Where adjoining areas require construction work access, cover stone with a minimum of 20 mm treated plywood over non-staining kraft paper.

5 Task 2: Replacement of Damaged Tough Tiles and Pavers on the Outer Side of CAC

5.1 Remove and dispose damaged or deteriorated tough tiles (about 2500 sq ft area.

Grey color) Tile size:18-inch x 12 x 1 inch (thick) from the designated exterior areas.

5.2 Remove and dispose damaged or deteriorated pavers red color size 5inch x 8-inch 1-inch (Thick) Qty about 250 sqft.

5.3 Remove and dispose damaged or deteriorated border square pavers red color size: 12-inch x 12-inch 1 inch (Thick) about Qty: 200.

5.4 Prepare the substrate as required for new installation.

5.5 Supply and install new pavers matching existing patterns, materials, and specifications.

5.6 Ensure proper grading and floor leveling to drainage with a view to prevent water accumulation.

6 Task 3: Repairs to the Ceiling

6.1 Inspect all exterior ceiling areas.

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6.2 Remove and replace damaged ceiling DUROCK with Edge guard (Cement Board size: 4ft x 8 ft x 3/4 inch) Qty about 800 sqft area materials if damaged.

6.3 Repair ceiling (Cement boards with metal framing, supports, and finishes restoring structural integrity and appearance.

6.4 Apply appropriate surface finishes (e.g., paint, plaster) as specified.

7 Task 4: Finishing Works

7.1 Perform all required work, including but not limited to:

7.1.1 Surface preparation, priming, and weather shield painting of walls, ceilings, and other designated areas.

7.1.2 Restoration or installation of trim, moldings, and architectural details including Consulate Seal, Logos etc.

7.1.3 Cleaning and touch-up of all renovated surfaces prior to final acceptance.

5. Performance Requirements

• All work shall comply with applicable building codes, safety, and security standards.

• The Contractor shall always maintain a clean and safe worksite.

• Work shall be performed in a skillful and workmanlike manner and is subject to Government inspection and acceptance

6. Deliverables

• Project schedule and milestones.

• Weekly progress reports as requested by the COR.

• Key personnel and safety plan.

• Daily Staff accountability track sheet

• All material samples are submission for approvals to FAC management prior to starting project.

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• As-built pdf drawings and warranties for all replaced/installed items.

• Final inspection report and punch list resolution.

• Punch items clearance before submission of final invoice.

7. Period of Performance

• The Contractor shall complete all work within the period specified in the contract.

8. Points of Contact

• Contracting Officer

• Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) - Muhammad Salman

9. General Safety and Accident Prevention

• The Contractor shall provide and maintain work environments and procedures that safeguard the public and Government personnel, property, materials, supplies, and equipment exposed to Contractor operations and activities; avoid interruptions of Government operations and delays in project completion dates; and control costs in the performance of this contract. According to the EM-385 Marine Engineering Corps Construction Safety Document Guidelines.

9 -a. Additional Safety Measures (High-Risk Activities)

• If the project contains any of the following high-risk activities, the Contractor shall follow the relevant section in the latest edition of the U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health manual, EM 385–1–1:

o Scaffolding and fiber A- type ladders o Work at heights above 1.8 meters

P a g e 8 | 9 o Earth-moving equipment and other large vehicles o Welding or cutting and other hot work o Temporary wiring, use of portable electric tools, or other recognized electrical hazards o Hazardous materials o Hazardous noise levels

• Before work may proceed, the Contractor must obtain approval from the COR of the written safety plan required by FAR 52.236–13, Accident Prevention Alternate I, containing specific hazard mitigation and control techniques 2PART-652---SOLICITATION-PROVISIONS-AND- CONTRACT-CLAUSES.pdf, Page 14.

9 - b. Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP)

• The Contractor shall submit a Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) at least 10 working days prior to commencing any activity at the site. The SSHP must address developing activity hazard analyses (AHAs) for specific tasks. Work shall not begin until the AHA for the work activity has been accepted by the COR and discussed with all engaged in the activity.

9 - c. Mishap Reporting

• The Contractor is required to report immediately all mishaps to the COR and the Contracting Officer. A “mishap” is any event causing injury, disease or illness, death, material loss or property damage, or incident causing environmental contamination. This includes fires, explosions, hazardous materials contamination, and other similar incidents that may threaten people, property, and equipment

9 - d. Stop-Work Authority

• If the Contracting Officer becomes aware of any noncompliance with safety requirements or any condition that poses a serious or imminent danger to health or safety, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. The

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Contractor shall not be entitled to any equitable adjustment of the contract price or extension of the performance schedule on any stop-work order.

March 2026