26PW004 - Install Feed Water Lines Bldg. 136 v2.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

Replace Feed Water Lines

AT

Watervliet Arsenal Building 136

Project #: 26PW004 Installation Management, Public Works Division Facilities Engineering (TAWV-IMP-F)

PART 1 GENERAL

SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1.1 Project Description

a. This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the effort required for replacing two existing backflow preventers with two new government supplied backflow preventers. There will also be removal and replacement of approximately 70 linear feet of 4-inch black carbon steel feed water line and fittings. All newly installed pipe and fittings shall be insulated and labeled.

1.1.2 Location of Work

a. The work is located at 136, approximately as indicated. The exact location will be shown by the Contracting Officer.

1.1.3 Period of Performance

a. The contractor shall be required to (i) commence work under this contract within 7 calendar days after the date the contractor receives notice to proceed, (ii) prosecute the work diligently, and (iii) complete the entire work ready for use not later than [45] calendar days after notice to proceed was given. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

1.1.4 Hours of Operation

a. Normal duty hours are 7:00 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, and 7:00 AM through 3:00 PM on Fridays. Federal holidays are non-work days. If a federal holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the preceding Friday or following Monday is a work holiday.

SUBMITTALS

1.1.5 General Submittal Requirements

a. The contractor shall provide submittal documents via e-mail to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. Provide all physical (non-document) submittals (including but not limited to material swatches, samples, etc.) directly to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. All submittals require government approval unless otherwise explicitly stated.

b. The contractor shall reference APPENDIX A “Consolidated List of Submittals” for the complete list of required submittals.

c. The contractor is required to review the project site and obtain and/or verify all measurements and project data/information required to perform this project work. In addition, the contractor is required to review all contract documents and provide written notice to Contracting Officer of any discrepancies that are found.

d. The contractor shall supply all tools, materials, supplies, equipment, labor, temporary utilities and supervision necessary for a complete and appropriate execution of the contract documents and requirements of this SOW.

e. The SOW and any Project Drawings and Specifications do not indicate each component, device, fastener, fixture, or similar incidental item necessary for the performance of the Work. The Contractor shall provide, furnish, and install all necessary and appropriate components, devices, fasteners, fixtures, or similar incidental items as necessary and required to provide complete, operable, and functional system to suit the intended purpose

1.1.6 Contractor Safety Plan

a. The contractor shall submit a safety plan which is specific to the work activity being performed under the scope of this project for Government review and approval.

1.1.7 Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) Acknowledgement

a. The Contractor shall sign and submit a “Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Notification Acknowledgement Record” prior to working on or de-energizing any electrical equipment.

1.1.8 Asbestos Notification Acknowledgement Record

a. The contractor shall sign the “Asbestos Notification Acknowledgement Record” and submit this form to the Project COR prior to starting project work.

1.1.9 Project Schedule

a. The contractor shall create a project schedule and submit for Government review and approval.

b. The project schedule shall detail the phases of work and the overall timeline for the execution of the work. The contractor shall include delivery dates, appropriate milestones, and shall clearly detail any requirements for work performed outside of regular hours of operation.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1.10 Watervliet Arsenal Information for Contractors (WAIC)

a. The contractor shall perform all work in strict conformance with Watervliet Arsenal Instructions for Contractors (WAIC). The contractor shall read and understand this document prior to submitting a proposal. The WAIC is publicly available at:

<http://www.wva.army.mil/Documents/Contracting/WAIC.pdf>

1.1.11 Utility Outage Requests and Utility Connection Requests

a. Schedule work to minimize outages. For utility outages and connections required during the execution of work that affect existing systems, coordinate schedule with COR. Schedule utility outages and connections to minimize disruptions to the Government. No additional payment will be provided for utility outages and connections required to be performed outside the regular work hours.

b. The contractor shall notify the Contracting Specialist a minimum of two (2) business days before the contractor starts work. The contractor shall notify the COR a minimum of seven (7) business days before the shut-down of a utility or building service.

1.1.12 Safety Requirements

a. The contractor is required to provide the proper control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147.

b. The contractor shall inspect the project work site prior to starting work, and shall request a copy of the asbestos building inspection records to verify the location and description of known asbestos-containing materials.

ON-SITE PERMITS

1.1.13 Excavation (Dig Permit)

a. The clearance of buried utilities will be performed by the Government in advance of the Contractor performing subsurface work, unless otherwise explicitly stated.

b. The Contractor shall obtain a copy of the completed Utility Clearance Permit (WVA Form 420-2-E) from the COR prior to performing subsurface work. Verify existing utility locations indicated on contract drawings, within area of work.

1.1.14 Hot Work and Confined Space

a. Obtain permit for welding, burning, use of flame, or entry into confined space from WVA Fire Department by calling (518)266-5990 each day the permit is to be used.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

1.1.15 Specifications

a. The following specifications accompany this Statement of Work and are a part thereof.

i. UFGS 23 07 00 Thermal Insulation for Mechanical systems

ii. UFGS 22 00 00 – Plumbing, General Purpose

iii. UFGS 23 05 15 – Common Piping for HVAC

1.1.16 References

a. The following references accompany this Statement of Work and are a part thereof.

i. Watervliet Arsenal Instructions for Contractors (WAIC).

ii. NFPA 70 – National Electric Code (NEC).

iii. ANSI/ASME A13.1 – Pipe Labeling Requirements

iv. ASME B31.1 Code for Pressure Piping

CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT

1.1.17 Equipment Identification

a. The contractor shall create and affix a label to all large equipment, dumpsters, and other mobilized property, which is weather-resistant (laminated, or within a see-thru label hanger), securely affixed to the equipment or visible through a window, and which clearly displays the General Contractor’s:

i. Company Name, POC Name (first, last), POC phone number, Project Number.

1.1.18 Waste Dumpster

a. The contractor shall place any waste dumpsters in a manner that does not interfere with thru-traffic.

b. Place waste dumpsters with a minimum of 33’ clearance from any building. The final location shall be coordinated with, and approved by the COR before any dumpsters are mobilized.

c. Cover all waste dumpsters when not in use, and before the end of each work shift. The cover shall be weather-tight.

d. The Contractor shall submit all Bills of Lading and Weight Slips associated with the disposal of all construction and demolition (C&D) debris to the Contracting Officer on a monthly basis. The contractor shall provide this information within ten (10) days of disposal of the waste.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

GENERAL

All work shall be in strict accordance with product manufacturer’s instructions and specifications, including but not limited to manufacturer guidance for storage, staging, application, installation, and disposal of the product.

2.1.1 Hazardous Materials

a. The contractor shall submit Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous materials to be used.

2.1.2 Asbestos, Mercury, Lead, PCB

a. Unless otherwise stated, all materials for this project shall be new. All products shall not contain any asbestos, mercury, chromium/lead paint, Class I Freon, and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB), and shall state such on the manufacturer’s original packaging.

2.1.3 DoD Green Procurement Program

a. All construction materials shall meet the applicable requirements of the DoD Green Procurement Program, specifically recycled content products, environmentally preferable products and services, biobased products, energy-and water-efficient products, alternate fuel vehicles and alternative fuels, products using renewable energy, and alternatives to hazardous or toxic chemicals as found at <http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/cpic/cp/docs/USA001967-08-DPAP.pdf>.

2.1.4 Paint

a. To meet the Affirmative Procurement Program (Federal Government’s Buy Recycled Requirements) all paint used in the project shall adhere to the below listed requirements of the Comprehensive Procurement Guideline for recovered materials. This applies only to interior latex paint, only if available at the time of the project.

i. Reprocessed Latex Paint (White, Off-White, Pastel Colors) shall contain 20% Post consumer content.

ii. Reprocessed Latex Paint (Grey, Brown Earth tones, and Other Dark Colors) shall contain 50-99% Post consumer content.

Consolidated Latex Paint shall contain 100% Post consumer content.

PRODUCTS

2.1.5 Pipe

0. Black carbon steel, schedule 40, grade A, seamless, conforming to ASTM A53.

0. Black carbon steel, schedule 80, grade A, seamless, conforming to ASTM A53

1. Pipe Fittings

0. Fittings 2 inches and under 150 psi min. wsp, banded black malleable iron screwed, conforming to ASTM A197and ASME B16.3

0. Unions 2 inches and under, 250 psi min. wsp, banded black malleable iron screwed, conforming to ASTM A197 and ASME B16.3

0. Fittings 2 ½ inches and over, steel butt weld, conforming to ASTM A234 and ASME B16.9 to match pipe wall thickness

0. Flanges 2 ½ inches and over, 150 psi forged steel conforming to ASME B 16.5, Weld neck to match pipe wall thickness.

2.1.7 Flange

i. Flanged fittings including, but not limited to, flanges, bolts, nuts and bolt patterns must be in accordance with ASME B16.5 class 150 and must have the manufacturer's trademark affixed in accordance with MSS SP-25.

ii. Flange material must conform to ASTM A105.

iii. Bolts must be high strength or intermediate strength with material conforming to ASTM A193.

2.1.8 Gaskets (Water Line)

i. Non-asbestos material in accordance with ASME B16.21

ii. Flat gaskets, 1/16 inch thick, and contain Aramid fibers bonded with Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) or Nitro Butadiene Rubber (NBR)

iii. Gaskets must be full face or self-centering flat ring type

2.1.9 Gaskets (Hot Well)

i. Non-asbestos material in accordance with ASME B16.21

ii. Graphite gasket with reinforced stainless steel insert

iii. Gaskets must be full face or self-centering flat ring type

2.1.10 Valves

0. 2-inches and smaller must be bronze with threaded bodies for pipe and solder type connections for tubing.

i. Valves over 2-inches shall have flanged iron bodies and bronze trim.

2.1.11 Insulation (Water Lines)

i. 1 ½ inch thick, closed cell, foam or expanded rubber materials containing anti-microbial additive, exterior vapor barrier, complying to ASTM C534, grade 1, type1.

ii. PVC Jacketing, white .02” minimum.

2.1.12 Insulation (Hot Well Lines)

i. 2 inch thick to match existing, calcium silicate for 8” vertical lines.

ii. 2 inch thick to match existing, rock wool insulation for all piping in the basement. foam or expanded rubber materials containing anti-microbial additive, exterior vapor barrier, complying to ASTM C534, grade 1, type1.

iii. Aluminum Jacketing, .02” minimum.

2.1.13 Pipe Label

0. Snap-Around, 360-degree visibility, flow direction arrows.

0. Snap -Around, 360-degree visibility, “Make Up Water”

0. Snap – Around 360-degree visibility, “Asbestos Free Insulation”

PART 3 EXECUTION

ITEMS OF WORK

3.1.1 General Requirements

a. The contactor shall be responsible for enabling and disabling fire alarms while performing any work that may set off the fire alarms. Fire alarms shall only be operated by a properly trained fire alarm technician.

b. The contactor shall be responsible for isolating, draining and LOTO of all sources of energy for this project.

c. If the fire alarms need to be disabled, the contactor shall be responsible for enabling and disabling fire alarms while performing any work that may set off the fire alarms. Fire alarms shall only be operated by a properly trained fire alarm technician.

d. The fire department shall be alerted prior to disabling or enabling any fire alarms or points in the fire alarm system.

e. The fire alarm system is a Simplex 4100ES located on the first floor.

f. Any work performed on this project shall be done after heating season, which ends approximately May 15th. All work must be coordinated through project COR.

3.1.2 Replace Backflow Preventers

a. The contractor shall remove the two existing backflow preventers and replace with the two government supplied backflow preventers.

b. Strainers housing from the old backflow shall be removed and reused on the new backflow preventer. The strainer shall be installed in same location on new backflow preventer, after isolation valve and before first check valve. Contractor shall remove old strainers and install new strainers.

c. All piping, hoses, valves and fittings shall be replaced from both strainers and piped into the backflow drain line.

d. New Flanges, gaskets and bolts shall be supplied and installed for all new connections at the backflow preventer.

e. Install new 3-inch, schedule 40 PVC, DWV lines and fittings from backflow preventers down to lower level. Piping on wall shall be cut and coupling installed to connect new and old piping. Approximately thirty linear feet of pipe.

3.1.3 Remove and Replace Piping

a. The contactor shall be responsible for isolating, draining and LOTO of all sources of energy for this project.

b. The contractor shall remove and replace the existing 4- inch black iron piping, valves, fittings, pipe hangers, supports, threaded rod and insulation. All piping shall be removed and replaced up to and including the first fitting on each of the branch lines.

c. All piping over 2-inches shall be welded. Piping must be welded in accordance with qualified procedures using performance-qualified welders. Contractor shall submit a copy of qualified procedures and a list of names and identification symbols of qualified welders and welding operators. Procedures and welders must be qualified in accordance with ASME BPVC SEC IX. Welding procedures qualified by others, and welders and welding operators qualified by another employer, may be accepted as permitted by ASME B31.9, unless temperature and pressure limits specified then may be accepted as permitted by ASME B31.

d. The contractor shall be responsible to supply and replace all necessary fittings on the branch lines to connect the new water line to the branch line. Branch lines connections on 4” supply line shall have olet fittings. Di-electric unions shall be used where copper and steel pipes are connected.

e. New isolation valves shall be installed within two feet of where the branch line connects to the main. Piping shall be modified as necessary to accommodate the new valve installation.

f. New flanges, gaskets, bolts, unions and shall be replaced up to the point where the new water line connects to existing branch lines.

g. Horizontal pipe supports must be spaced as specified in MSS SP-58 and a support must be installed not over 1 foot from the pipe fitting joint at each change of direction of the piping. Pipe supports must be spaced not over 5 feet apart at valves. Horizontal pipe runs must include allowances for expansion and contraction

h. The contractor shall remove and replace the six (6) pipe stanchions supporting the pipe at and near the backflow preventer. Stanchions are to be completely removed including removing the bolts from the floor.

i. New pipe stanchions shall be bolted and secured to the floor

j. New four-inch valves, flanges, bolts and gaskets shall be replaced, this is to include:

i. The 4-inch butterfly valve for the holding tanks

ii. The 4-inch OS&Y isolation valve for the water softeners

k. The contractor shall be responsible to supply and replace all necessary fittings on the branch lines to connect the new water line to the branch line. Branch lines connections on 4” supply line shall have olet fittings. Di-electric unions shall be used where copper and steel pipes are connected.

l. Install new 3-inch, schedule 40 PVC, DWV lines and fittings from backflow preventers down to lower level. Piping on wall shall be cut and coupling installed to connect new and old piping. Approximately thirty linear feet of pipe.

3.1.4 Remove and Replace Hot well Lines

a. The contactor shall be responsible for isolating, draining and LOTO of all sources of energy for the hot well lines.

b. The hot well piping shall be replaced from the pump outlet flanges in the basement to approximately four feet above finished floor on the first floor.

c. The contractor shall remove and replace the existing 4- inch and 8-inch black iron piping, and outlet flanges of the pumps.

d. All insulation shall be removed. Hangers and pipe supports may be reused as necessary..

e. All piping over 2-inches shall be welded. Piping must be welded in accordance with qualified procedures using performance-qualified welders. Contractor shall submit a copy of qualified procedures and a list of names and identification symbols of qualified welders and welding operators. Procedures and welders must be qualified in accordance with ASME BPVC SEC IX. Welding procedures qualified by others, and welders and welding operators qualified by another employer, may be accepted as permitted by ASME B31.9, unless temperature and pressure limits specified then may be accepted as permitted by ASME B31.

3.1.5 Radiographic Inspection of Welds

a. The contractor shall furnish all labor, tools, safety equipment, supervision, transportation, insurance, and all other ancillary items/services necessary to perform a random radiographic examination of field welds throughout the replaced water piping. If any of the welds are deemed unacceptable, they shall be removed, re-welded, and radiographically re-examined at no additional cost to the Government. For bidding purposes, the Contractor shall anticipate performing testing on no less than ten (10) field welds.

b. The project COR shall identify the ten field welds that are to be inspected. Project COR/Engineer reserves the right to review all inspection records, and if any welds inspected are found unacceptable in accordance with ASME B31.1, the fitting shall be removed, replaced, and reexamined at no additional cost.

c. The Contractor shall submit for review and approval the radiographic examination procedure to be used under this contract. The procedure shall be established to demonstrate that the required sensitivity can be consistently achieved under the most unfavorable conditions (e.g. source to film distance, geometric un-sharpness, thickness, etc.).

i. The radiographic technique and procedure adopted shall conform to the requirements outlined in Article 2 as well as Article 22 of ASME Sec V.

ii. The IQI sensitivity obtained shall be equal to or better than the requirements mentioned in Article 2 of ASME Sec V.

d. The Contractor shall perform radiographic examination in accordance with all applicable codes and safety requirements to include Army Pamphlet 385-24, the Army Radiation Safety Program, and the New York State Department of Health.

i. The Contractor shall obtain an Army Radiation Permit from the WVA Safety Office prior to bringing or using the x-ray equipment on post. Contractor shall submit a copy of their license and the name of the piece of equipment to the Project COR. The purpose of the name is to verify the amount of radiation the equipment emits.

ii. Contractor shall remove the x-ray equipment from post upon completion of the test(s).

iii. Contractor shall store and utilize the X-ray equipment in a manner so that Government and other personnel are not exposed to the device.

iv. Contractor shall conduct radiation surveys prior to the usage of the equipment and document findings to ensure that ALARA principles and proper standoff distances are in place.

e. The Contractor shall place a radiograph identification mark and two location identification marks on the piping at each radiograph location.

i. A corresponding radiograph identification mark and two location identification marks, all of which shall show on the radiograph, shall be produced by placing lead numbers or letters, or both, over each of the identical identification and location marks made on the steel to provide a means for matching the developed radiograph to the weld.

ii. Information required to show on the radiograph shall include the contract identification, initials of the radiographic inspection company, and initials of the fabricator, the radiographic identification mark, the date, and the weld repair number, if applicable.

f. The Contractor shall process the film to comply with all the manufacturer’s recommendations as to required chemicals, processing techniques and times. Particular attention shall be taken on dilution, chemical life, and replenishment.

g. The Contractor shall furnish all radiographs to the Project COR immediately after processing along with the evaluation.

i. All radiographs shall be free from mechanical, chemical, or other blemishes to the extent that they cannot mask or be confused with the image of any discontinuity in the area(s) of interest in the radiograph. Such blemishes include, but are not limited to the following: fogging, processing defects such as streaks/water marks/or chemical stains, scratches, finger marks, dirtiness, static marks, smudges, tears, loss of detail due to poor screen t-to-film contact or false indications due to defective screens or internal faults.

h. The Contractor shall consider successful performance of this work when all the field welds in the carrier piping pass examination. Acceptance level shall be as per relevant project code.

i. Personnel performing the radiographed examination shall be qualified to American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level-II or Level-III. The evaluation (film interpretation) shall be performed at a minimum by a ASNT Level-III radiographer, in line with Article 2 of ASME Sec. V. The film interpreter shall also have a yearly eye examination and the certificate shall be available upon request for verification. The certificate of ASNT/ISNT Level II qualification of the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) personnel shall be submitted to the Government for verification prior to commencement of the work.

3.1.6 Hydrostatic Test

a. The contractor shall perform a hydrostatic test of the newly installed piping up the first isolation valve on each branch line.

b. Hydrostatic leak test for piping

i. Provide complete hydrostatic testing for leaks of all applicable piping systems in accordance with ASME B31.1 "Code for Pressure Piping," latest revision.

ii. Test pressure for service piping shall be at least 1.5 the incoming water pressure, but in no less than 100 psig.

iii. Following the application of hydrostatic test pressure for at least 4 hours, examination shall be made for leakage of the piping and at all joints and connections. No leakage or pressure drop is acceptable.

iv. If leaks are found, they shall be eliminated as appropriate, and the test repeated until no leakage is found.

v. The contractor shall supply all necessary equipment to perform the hydrostatic test including pumps, fittings, gauges and pipe/hose.

vi. Testing must be witnessed and approved by the COR.

3.1.7 Insulate New Piping (Water Lines)

a. The contractor shall insulate the new piping and fittings. The city water lines before the backflow preventer and after the OS&Y valves shall have existing insulation removed and be replaced.

b. All insulation shall be closed cell insulation 1.5 – inch thick with an exterior vapor barrier.

c. All insulation shall be installed with tight butt joints. All joints and ends shall be sealed with joint sealant, , mastic, permanent adhesive tape or PVDC adhesive tape.

d. Contractor shall install PVC jacketing over the insulation. All seams on PVC jacketing shall overlap and seams shall be sealed with tape or tacks

e. Pipes shall be labeled in accordance with the most recent version of ANSI/ASME A13.1 Pipe Labeling Requirements. Labels for the water lines shall be placed at intervals of 25 feet and clearly readable from floor. Pipe label shall be snap-around and read “Cold Water” or “Feed Water” and indicate direction of flow. Pipe label must be approved by project COR.

3.1.8 Insulate New Piping (Hot Well)

a. The contractor shall insulate the new piping and fittings. The city water lines before the backflow preventer and after the OS&Y valves shall have existing insulation removed and be replaced.

b. All insulation shall be closed cell insulation 1.5 – inch thick with an exterior vapor barrier.

c. All insulation shall be installed with tight butt joints. All joints and ends shall be sealed with joint sealant, , mastic, permanent adhesive tape or PVDC adhesive tape.

CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

3.1.9 Construction and Demolition Debris

a. The Contractor shall submit copies of all Bills of Lading and Weight Slips associated with the disposal of construction and demolition (C&D) debris and/or recycled materials, under this scope of work. Submit documentation per Appendix A, “Consolidated List of Submittals”.

3.1.10 Cleanup of Work Site

a. The contactor shall clean all work areas and remove all tools, equipment, debris, materials, and all waste from the premises.

b. The contractor shall remove all debris from any remote holding locations, to include any excavation and concrete equipment chute cleanout debris.

c. The contractor shall remove their equipment from Watervliet Arsenal premises within five (5) working days after completion of project work.

3.1.11 Restoration of Work Site

a. The contractor shall repair any items, building surfaces, equipment or miscellaneous items which were damaged during the execution of this SOW. Items that cannot be repaired to restore original function or aesthetics shall be replaced in kind by the Contractor at no additional charge to the Government.

b. Grass, trees, and other vegetation affected by project work shall be restored to same or better condition as existed prior to the start of project work. The Contractor shall prepare the affected areas to eliminate uneven areas and low spots. Remove foreign materials, weeds, and damaged soil. The Contractor shall scratch the area to a depth of three (3) inches where topsoil is to be placed. Spread topsoil to a uniform, compacted depth of less than five (5) inches over areas to be reseeded. Rake until smooth. The Contractor shall seed, fertilize, and water the area to establish grass.

3.1.12 Warranty

a. The contractor shall provide a [1] year warranty on all new parts installed and craftsmanship from the date of government acceptance.

PART 4 APPENDICES

a. Consolidated List of Submittals

b. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

APPENDIX A: Consolidated List of Submittals

and Pipe Labels

APPENDIX B: Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

PURPOSE

This Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used as a guide to Government Quality Assurance Personnel (QAP). It provides a systematic method to evaluate the services the contractor is required to furnish.

SURVEILLANCE PROCEDURES

Timeliness: Progress is maintained to assure compliance with completion time.

Quality: Conformance with statement of work and industry standards.

Tasks: Performed according to statement of work requirements.

Problem Resolution: Contractor submits deliverables in accordance with the contract and resolves any deficiencies identified by the government in the final submission. Following final submission, contractor resolves any additional deficiencies identified by the government and resubmits and or corrects within one week.

Delivery: Contractor submits each deliverable in accordance with the statement of work and terms of the contract.

PERFORMANCE AREAS

Management Responsiveness: Evaluate the adequacy of the contractor’s responsiveness and their ability to keep the government informed of work progress and provides for early problem identification and effective corrective action plans.

Schedule Control: Evaluate the contractor’s adherence to completion schedule.

Performance: The contractor will be evaluated as to the workmanship and adherence to the statement of work.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

(Outstanding). Indicates performance clearly exceeds contractual requirements. The area of evaluation contains few minor problems for which corrective actions appear highly effective.

(Satisfactory). Indicates performance clearly meets contractual requirements. The area of evaluation contains some minor problems for which the corrective actions appear satisfactory.

(Unsatisfactory). Indicates the contractor failed to satisfy contractual requirements and recovery is not likely in a timely manner. The area of evaluation contains serious problems for which the corrective actions were ineffective.

DOCUMENTATION

Documentation used to perform surveillance will consist of random government inspections and inspection records, as well as the evaluation of final work product delivery by the project COR/COTR.

RATING

Contractor will be given an overall rating of Outstanding, Satisfactory, or Unsatisfactory by the Government Technical point of contact or Contracting Specialist Representative, if appointed, using the above 3 evaluation criteria.