SOW Backflow Preventer Repair and Retest.docx
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This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for backflow preventer repair, replacement, and retesting services at USCG Base Cape Cod in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, with a performance date of May 11, 2026. The contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and services necessary to complete work on six backflow preventer devices across multiple base buildings. The scope includes repairing and retesting one Watts LF009 3-inch domestic device at building 3154 and one FEBCO 805 4-inch fire device at building 5205, and replacing and retesting one Ames Colt 400 6-inch fire device at building 3160, one Watts 909 6-inch fire device at building 3170, and one Watts 009M2QTRP 2-inch domestic device at building 5203, plus repairing and retesting one Watts 009M2QT 1-inch domestic device at building 3426.
The contractor must comply with Massachusetts backflow prevention device tester certification requirements, with both the on-site working supervisor and technician requiring valid Massachusetts Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certificates from the Department of Environmental Protection. Personnel must obtain Coast Guard Security Identification cards following background security checks and shall work during regular government hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless authorized otherwise by the Contracting Officer. Testing and maintenance must follow industry standards including check valve calibration, air bleeding, leak inspection, cleaning, and completion of maintenance checklists. The contractor must submit multiple deliverables including a safety plan within 15 calendar days of award, a work schedule 15 days before commencing work, qualification statements, contact information for the on-site supervisor, certificates of insurance, base access forms, and closeout documentation within 7 calendar days of work completion. The COR is Jim Pulsifer (Albert.J.Pulsifer@uscg.mil, 571-607-4150), and quotes must be submitted on company letterhead. No specific contract vehicle, set-asides, or pricing terms are identified in this SOW.
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STATEMENT OF WORK
FOR
Backflow Preventer Repair and Retest
BASE CAPE COD
May 11, 2026
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to repair, replace, and retest (6) backflow preventer devices at USCG Base Cape Cod (BCC) on Joint Base Cape Cod, Buzzards Bay, MA.
1. The Contractor shall repair and retest (1) Watts, model # LF009, Serial # 3503, type RPBP, 3” domestic backflow device at building 3154.
2. The Contractor shall replace and retest (1) Ames, model # Colt 400, Serial # XI1403, type RPBP, 6” fire backflow device at building 3160.
3. The Contractor shall replace and retest (1) Watts, model # 909, serial # 244915, type RPBP, 6” fire backflow device at building 3170.
4. The Contractor shall repair and retest (1) Watts, model # 009M2QT, serial # 274898, type RPBP, 1” domestic backflow device at building 3426.
5. The Contractor shall replace and retest (1) Watts, model # 009M2QTRP, serial # 304172, type RPBP, 2” domestic backflow device at building 5203.
6. The Contractor shall repair and retest (1) FEBCO, model # 805, serial # B16935, type DCVA, 4” fire backflow device at building 5205.
1.2 REFERENCES
A. Reference Standards:
1. The following current standards and publications of issues currently in effect form part of this specification to extent specified:
1) U.S.C.G. Shore Asset Management System Job Plan 1972
2) U.S.C.G. Shore Asset Management System 1973
3) 310 CMR 22.22: Cross Connections Distribution System Protection
1.3 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Coordinate the work of this section with the work of BCC. Schedule repair, replacement, and testing in coordination with the COR and Coast Guard mission requirements.
B. Conduct preconstruction meeting with COR, Contractor, and BCC personnel.
C. Prepare and submit schedule and submittals to the COR.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. The Contractor shall submit the following deliverables in accordance with the table below. Copies of each deliverable shall be provided to the Contracting Officer and COR. Electronic submissions are acceptable.
| Submittals |
| Frequency |
| Submittal Schedule |
Contact information for the designated on-site working supervisor
With quote
Certificate of Insurance
With quote
| Base Access Request Form |
| As revised |
| Within 5 days of contract award |
| Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and product label for chemicals and materials |
| As needed |
| Prior to use |
| Closeout Submittal |
| As completed |
| Withing 7 calendar days after completing work |
| Safety Plan |
| As revised |
| 15 calendar days after award |
| Qualification Statement |
| As needed |
| With Quote |
B. Safety Plan: The Contractor shall develop and submit a written Safety Plan to the COR or designated representative for review and approval prior to commencing work and whenever changes are made thereafter.
C. Informational Submittals:
a. Backflow Preventor Device Repair & Testing schedule: 15 days before commencing work, submit written work plan. Include scope of work identifying BFP devices to be repaired, replaced & tested.
b. Qualification Statements: Show membership status, project experience, and certifications for:
c. BFP Device Testing Contractor.
· Supervisor – Valid Massachusetts Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certificate issued by the Department of Environmental Protection.
· Technician - Valid Massachusetts Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certificate issued by the Department of Environmental Protection.
1.5 WORK HOURS
A. Hours of Operation: The Government's regular working hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. At the direction of the COR, work may be coordinated after hours to accommodate the Coast Guard’s mission and occupancy requirements. No work shall be performed on Federal holidays or Saturdays and Sundays unless authorized by the Contracting Officer.
1.6 PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
A. Backflow Prevention Device Testing Technician: Licensed and certified in Massachusetts.
B. On-Site Working Supervisor: The Contractor shall provide a Massachusetts certified Backflow Prevention Device Tester responsible for project oversight to manage Contractor personnel at the work site. This individual shall remain on site while all services are being performed. This individual shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all matters relating to the daily performance of the contract work at the worksite(s). If the on-site working supervisor is going to be absent for an extended period of time (more than 4 hours), the COR will be notified, and the Contractor will appoint a qualified substitute.
C. Employees: The contractor shall staff trained and experienced personnel who exhibit capability to perform this requirement. All contractor employees shall be trained in and knowledgeable in backflow preventor device testing and maintenance.
1. Appearance/Uniforms: Contractor employee personnel shall present a neat appearance and shall be easily recognized via contractor-furnished uniforms. All Contractor personnel shall wear nametags furnished by the Contractor containing, at a minimum, the employee's last name, the company name, and job titles. Contractor personnel shall wear their security ID card at all times when working in any of the areas.
D. Security Requirements: To gain base access, the Contractor shall fill out a Base Access Form and provide a list of names, driver’s license numbers, citizenship, and birth date information for all personnel working under this specification and obtain a Coast Guard Security Identification (ID) card for each of them from the Base Security Office. All personnel listed will be subject to a background security check. Any personnel that do not meet or pass this security requirement will be subject to removal from BCC and the project. Any personnel operating vehicles (personal or contractor) onboard BCC shall have a current and valid license in their possession as applicable to vehicle type. Licenses will be subject to inspection by the security officers and COR at any given time.
E. Licensing:
1. Submit copy of proper licenses and certifications, required to legally perform work in Massachusetts.
2. Comply with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local, rules, regulations, and licensing requirements.
1.7 ATTACHMENTS
A. Base Access Form B. Base Map.
C. Backflow preventor device inventory spreadsheet.
PART 2 – EXECUTION
2.1 Protections of existing conditions: Protect existing structures, surfaces, and systems from damage resulting from testing work. Report damage caused by this work to the COR.
2.2 Device locations:
1. At building 3154 the Contractor shall repair and retest (1) Watts, model # LF009, Serial # 3503, type RPBP, 3” domestic backflow device.
2. At building 3160 the Contractor shall replace and retest (1) Ames, model # Colt 400, Serial # XI1403, type RPBP, 6” fire backflow device.
3. At building 3170 the Contractor shall replace and retest (1) Watts, model # 909, serial # 244915, type RPBP, 6” fire backflow device.
4. At building 3426 the Contractor shall repair and retest (1) Watts, model # 009M2QT, serial # 274898, type RPBP, 1” domestic backflow device.
5. At building 5203 the Contractor shall replace and retest (1) Watts, model # 009M2QTRP, serial # 304172, type RPBP, 2” domestic backflow device.
6. At building 5205 the Contractor shall repair and retest (1) FEBCO, model # 805, serial # B16935, type DCVA, 4” fire backflow device.
2.3 Scheduling: It is the responsibility of the contractor to coordinate with the COR and schedule repair, replacement, and testing.
2.4 Testing and maintenance shall be conducted IAW industry standards ensuring the following is completed:
A. For backflow preventers smaller than 4 inch:
1. Test and calibrate check valve operation of backflow prevention device with test set
2. Bleed air from backflow preventer
3. Inspect for leaks under pressure
4. Clean backflow preventer and surrounding area
5. Fill out maintenance checklist and report deficiencies
B. For backflow preventers greater than 4 inch:
1. Test and calibrate check valve operation of backflow prevention device with test set
2. Bleed air from backflow preventer
3. Inspect for leaks under pressure
4. Clean backflow preventer and surrounding area
5. Fill out maintenance checklist and report deficiencies.
2.5 Record Documentation: Submit documentation verifying compliance with this specification for work performed. For each device, this documentation shall include:
A. Date of completion B. Certification of passing device C. Location of device D. Address of device E. Model # of device F. Serial # of device G. USCG ID# of device H. Manufacture of device I. Size of device J. Device type K. Public Water Supplier name L. Public Water Supplier ID# M. If applicable, devices found to be damaged or in need of repair or replacement. Include list of repair parts needed and proposal for repairs.
END OF SECTION
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