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36C24422R0059

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36C24422R0059 X 04-25-2022 642-22-4-526-0055 642-22-117 00244 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4 3900 Woodland AVe Philadelphia

PA

19104 See attached delivery schedule

William Robbins 215-823-5800 The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA has a requirement for project 642-22-117 Campus Fire Protection install PIVs. This project consists of, but not limited to the following; providing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, permits, testing, and reports required for installation of Post Indicator Valves (PIVs) Tamper/Flow Switch (TFS) per the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) specifications laid out in this SOW to the Corporal Michael J Crescenz Veterans Affairs Medical Center in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines which will include the delivery, trenching, repair, connection and testing of the TSF at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz, VA Medical Center, 1900 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104.

The magnitude of this VA construction project is estimated to be Between $25,000 and $100,000.

Set-Aside Information: This solicitation is a 100% service-disabled veteran small business set aside (SDVOSB).

The firm shall be small business under relevant North American Industrial Classification Standard (NAICS) code and the must be registered and current in the following websites: www.sam.gov and www.vetbiz.gov .

Questions should be addressed to William Robbins, Contracting Officer

Proposals may be emailed to william.robbins2@va.gov

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Your Contractor agrees offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further cont-this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract ractual document is necessary.

shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

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STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) BACK

(Include ZIP Code) (Include area code) (Include only if different than Item 14.)

(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.)

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00244 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4

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Table of Contents

A. Purpose:

1. The contractor will provide a fully compliant installation of Post Indicator Valves (PIVs) Tamper/Flow Switch (TFS) per the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) specifications laid out in this SOW to the Corporal Michael J Crescenz Veterans Affairs Medical Center in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines which will include the delivery, trenching, repair, connection and testing of the TSF.

2. State reason for contact. The VA is required to monitor the water supply for fire sprinklers. The TFS will automatically notify the VA if the water source is turned off.

3. VAMC will award a single “firm-fixed price” pursuant to this solicitation for this scope of work as presented herein.

4. The contract will contain a one (1) year warranty for all labor and newly installed parts.

B. Locations:

1. Main Hospital 3900 Woodland Avenue Philadelphia , PA 19104

Description: Provides inpatient and outpatient services for veterans in areas: Emergency Department, Operating Rooms, Intensive Care Unit, Step down Units, Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics, Mental Health Services (inpatient/outpatient services), Food delivery, and Education.

Under this address the following Buildings are included as enumerated below:

A. Building No.2 B. Building No. 5 C. Building No. 6 D. Building No. 15

C. GENERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS.

A. Security

1. Secure all construction areas, especially mechanical and electrical rooms against entry of unauthorized individuals including patients.

2. Notify the Contractor Officer’s Representative (COR) for permission to work after hours and weekends. Standard work hours for the medical center are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

3. All contractors will wear and display VA contractor badges provided by the medical center through the COR.

4. Only a limited number of keys will be issued to the contractor. If the Contractor loses a key, all areas that are required to be keyed for the security of the medical center, will be re-keyed at the Contractor's expense at a charge of $50 per key and $50 per change. Any and all new keys required to be issued for security of the medical center will be completed at the Contractor's expense.

5. Ensure all doors leading to and from the construction areas are locked always to prevent access to the area from unauthorized persons.

B. General Safety

1. Follow all federal, state and local safety and health regulations.

2. Maintain safety in the construction site/area in accordance with the provisions of the contract, which includes the OSHA Regulations, National Electrical Codes. NFPA 70, National Electric Code and NFPA 101, Life Safety Code. Work in a safe manner and take all proper precautions while performing work. Extra precautions shall be taken when working around persons occupying the building during construction.

3. Post appropriate signs in specific hazardous areas. Contractor to post construction warning signs at each entrance to construction area.

4. Keep tools, ladders, etc. away from patients to prevent injuries.

5. COVID 19.

"VHA Supplemental Contract Requirements for Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors"

1. Contractor employees who work in or travel to VHA locations must comply with the following:

a. Documentation requirements:

1) If fully vaccinated, shall show proof of vaccination

i. NOTE: Acceptable proof of vaccination includes a signed record of immunization from a health care provider or pharmacy, a copy of the COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card (CDC Form MLS-319813_r, published on September 3, 2020), or a copy of medical records documenting the vaccination

2) If unvaccinated and granted a medical or religious exception, shall show negative COVID-19 test results dated within three calendar days prior to desired entry date. Test must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use or full approval. This includes tests available by a doctor's order or an FDA approved over-the-counter test.

3) Documentation cited in this section shall be digitally or physically maintained on each contractor employee while in a VA facility and is subject to inspection prior to entry to VA facilities and after entry for spot inspections by Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) or other hospital personnel.

4) Documentation will not be collected by the VA; contractors shall, at all times, adhere to and ensure compliance with federal laws designed to protect contractor employee health information and personally identifiable information.

Contractor employees are subject to daily screening for COVID-19 and may be denied entry to VA facilities if they fail to pass screening protocols. As part of the screening process contractors may be asked screening questions found on the following website: COVID-19 Screening Tool. Regularly check the website for updates.

C. Security and Privacy Requirements

1. The COR is responsible for ensuring that all Contractors comply with physical security policies. COR will ensure Contractor gets required security badge. A compliant ID badge must be worn by Contractors always while on VA premises.

2. Contractor may not have access to the VA network or any VA sensitive information under this contract.

D. Safety Inspections:

1. The Occupational Safety & Health staff at this facility will perform Safety inspections of all contract operations. Written reports of unsafe practices or conditions will be reported to the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) and Contracting Officer for immediate attention and resolution.

2. CMCMC inspectors will perform continuous inspections of the work site in accordance with contract requirements. All deficiencies noted by the CMCMC inspectors will be reported to COR for contractor correction.

E. Fire Alarms:

1. The fire alarm system connects all buildings at this facility and is activated by various heat, duct, manual pull stations, and smoke sensors. Please survey the area in which you are working to locate the manual pull stations.

2. If in the event of a fire alarm sounding, staff to remain in their area, unless medical center personnel (Safety, Nursing or Engineering) instructs otherwise or unless a fire situation is in your area, in which case you should immediately evacuate.

3. Any work involving the fire protection systems will require written permission from Fire Safety Specialist to proceed from the CMCMC Safety Specialist. Contractor is not authorized wo work on any part of the fire alarm system without a signed permit from Safety Specialist and COR. Do not tamper with or otherwise disturb any fire alarm system components without prior written permission.

F. Hazardous Materials:

1. Many of the operations may involve the use of hazardous materials. Prior to bringing hazardous materials on site, all Material Safety Data Sheets will be submitted to the COR for evaluation by the facilities Industrial Hygienist/Safety Representative.

2. Storage of hazardous materials within buildings will be minimal with only enough on hand to perform daily work tasks. Flammable materials will either be removed from buildings at the end of the work shift or stored in approved flammable storage containers.

3. Care must be taken to assure adequate ventilation to remove vapors of hazardous materials in use. Many of the veterans being cared for in the facility are susceptible to environmental contaminants, even when odors seem minimal. Isolate those areas where vapors are produced.

4. If chemicals become odorous, the COR and Safety Office should be contacted immediately, i.e., adhesive remover used to remove glue, so employees in adjacent areas can be notified.

G. Airborne Dust Control During Construction:

1. Generation of dust is of major concern within the medical center. Where operations involve the generation of dust, all efforts will be directed at eliminating airborne generated dust associated with construction.

2. The Infection Control staff will work to assist the COR in identifying and specifying all infectious control requirements that will be in effect and required during the construction activities. This includes completion of an anticipated Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) permit. ICRA permit must be signed by all parties and posted at each entrance to the construction site before any work can commence.

3. Contractor is required to have a permanent manometer installed at the entrance of each construction site to validate to CMCMC that the contractor is maintaining negative pressure of the Contractors’ construction site to the medical center. Manometer is required to have real time continuous display. Display required to alarm visually when out of compliance. Display will provide data storage with download capability for the contractor to validate compliance to COR with ICRA approved permit. Contractor is required to provide power and data to this manometer as part of the contract.

4. All employees of contractor and subcontractors are required to have Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) 8-hour Certification Class. The ICRA 8-hour course is an awareness training class covering basic procedures and policies to reduce infection contamination, communication and documentation necessary for the topic and the various responsibilities to ensure facility construction meets the organization’s contamination protocols. Contractor will submit these certificates of compliance within 30 days of project commencement for each employee and employee of all subcontractors.

5. Contractor and subcontractors that are building the infection control barriers must have an ICRA 24-hour certificate course. The ICRA 24-hour course is a best practices class covering the proper methods to erect, maintain and dismantle ICRA barriers. Contractor to submit employee compliance to COR before any Infection Control barrier is built or within 30 days of project commencement (whichever is first).

6. No plastic will be used in separating construction area from Medical Center. Plastic barriers may be temporarily used when originally installed permanent ICRA barriers to protect the medical center from the impacts of the installation of the permanent barrier.

7. The Infection Control staff will work to assist the COR in identifying and specifying all infectious control requirements that will be in effect and required during the construction activities. This includes completion of an anticipated Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) permit.

8. Pre-Construction. A meeting with the COR, Safety, Infection control, Contractor (including sub-contractors), and other identified parties performing the construction activities must be held prior to beginning of any work onsite. This meeting will be held to review the construction activity plans and how the contractor will address the concerns and risks identified. The meeting will also discuss the following information at a minimum as well as ensure that everyone present is familiar with their role in keeping the medical center safe:

a) Identification of the contractor site superintendent who works for the prime contractor. Provide evidence of superintendent’s OSHA 30-hour certification prior to work commencement. OSHA 10 certification required for all staff of contractor and subcontractors. Provide evidence of certificate to COR prior to work commencement.

b) Identification of the contractor’s Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) and all other project competent person(s) (CP) as defined in VA Master Specification 01 35 26 and 29 CFR 1926.

c) Identification of current applicable local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations that are in effect and applicable during the construction activities; e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), etc.

d) Identification of current applicable local and national VA safety and environmental regulations.

e) Review of the Contract Workers Safety Information as well as any other location-specific information which should be disseminated to all contractor personnel who will work onsite.

f) Review of the Pre-Construction Risk Assessment (PCRA) requirements for construction activities and completion of the permit for the project and/or project phase. The general contractor is responsible for identifying all potential construction risks as outlined in the PCRA permit . This effective planning will ensure minimal impact to the medical center.

g) Review of the Infectious Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) policy requirements for construction activities and completion of the permit for the project and/or project phase. The COR/RE/PM in conjunction with the infectious control staff, director or manager of the unit(s) affected, and the contractor are responsible for identifying and reviewing all potential construction risks and requirements as outlined in the ICRA permit.

h) Review of the medical center’s Hot Work Policy and permit process

i) Review of the medical center’s Confined Space Policy

j) Review of the medical center’s Firewall/Smoke Wall Penetration Policy and permit process

k) Review of the medical center’s Fire Alarm/Fire Sprinkler Impairment, Utility Outage and Lock-Out/Tag-Out Policies and processes as applicable

l) Review of the medical center’s current contract staff information safety and security requirements.

m) Review of any additional policies/guidelines as applicable to the contract.

H. Contact with Asbestos Containing Materials:

1. Due to the age of our buildings, many contain asbestos containing materials (ACM). Past primary ACM uses in the medical center included floor tile, mastic, piping and HVAC insulation. If a worker suspects that an observed material is existing in the work area that area should be reported to the Project COR immediately and any areas containing asbestos and should not be accessed without prior abatement.

2. Do not sand, drill, gouge, or otherwise disturb any recognized ACM. Contractors disturbing or releasing asbestos containing materials will be liable for all damages and cleanup costs.

3. If contact with the presence of asbestos is presented, stop all work in the immediate area and immediately contact the Project COR and the COR will notify the Industrial Hygienist/Safety Office to make necessary arrangements for removal.

4. In some areas, asbestos insulation has been identified on elbows between fiberglass piping insulation as patching materials among the fiberglass insulation. Fiberglass insulation used in this facility is usually yellow or pink in color, wrapped either by cloth or paper lagging.

5. A complete assessment of asbestos materials and conditions are available for viewing by contacting the COR. Prior to performing work above any ceiling or starting in a new area, consult with the COR concerning existing conditions of ACM.

6. Some of the areas in the facility are identified as restricted areas due to condition of ACM. These are readily labeled. Do not enter these areas unless first contacting the COR. Entry requirements to these areas are awareness of the hazards, proper protective clothing (coveralls and respirators), and personal monitoring in accordance with OSHA requirements.

7. Submit contractor employee asbestos awareness statements for all persons working on the site prior to commencing work.

I. Environmental Protection: (See Environmental Compliance: PG-18-17 at https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/index.asp)

1. It will help to be educated of the seriousness, which the environmental protection requirements of each contract are regarded. Adherence to these requirements is subject to continuing scrutiny from the community and backed by severe penalties, such as fines and incarceration. These environmental requirements will be strictly enforced.

2. No hazardous materials will be disposed of on Government property during and after completion of the project. All waste will be hauled off-site or disposed of in contractor-owned and operated waste removal containers.

3. A copy of all waste manifests for special or hazardous wastes will be forwarded to the COR and the Industrial Hygienist. Environmental requirements will be strictly enforced.

J. Permit Required Confined Spaces:

1. Contractors performing work on this facility will follow all requirements outlined in OSHA Standards for working in confined spaces. There are numerous “permit required” confined spaces on this facility. These spaces have been identified as a confined space. Some spaces have been posted, but most of them have not due to their configuration.

2. Confined spaces are areas, which are large enough to be entered, have limited egress/exit potential, and are not designed for permanent human occupancy. If you encounter any space, which meets this definition, if it is a suspected confined space, please contact the COR and the Industrial Hygienist/Safety Office for a determination.

3. Contractors performing work in confined spaces are responsible for compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.

K. Housekeeping:

1. Protect patients and VA personnel in occupied areas from the hazards of dust, noise, construction debris and material associated with a construction environment. Keep work area clear, clean and free of loose debris, construction materials and partially installed work which would create a safety hazard or interfere with VA personnel duties and traffic.

2. Wet mop occupied areas clean and remove any accumulation of dust/debris from cutting or drilling from any surface at the end of each workday. Contractor to provide mops and buckets to keep area within their work site clean and areas outside their work site that are affected by traffic from the site.

3. Make every effort to keep dust and noise to a minimum always. Take special precautions to protect VA equipment from damage including excessive dust.

4. Maintain clear access to mechanical, electrical devices, equipment and main corridors. This will ensure access to existing systems in the event of an emergency.

5. Clean area of all construction debris and dust upon completion of demolition and/or renovation at the end of each workday.

6. During construction operations, keep existing finishes protected from damage. Cover and protect all carpets during construction. Any carpets or surfaces damaged because of construction activities will be replaced by the contractor and at the contractor’s expense.

L. Hot Work Permits:

1. Any hot work operations including cutting, welding, thermal welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, thermal spraying, thawing pipes or any other similar activity, will require a Hot Work Permit to be obtained by the Contractor from the Safety Officer. The Contractor will be responsible for conforming to all Medical Center regulations, policies and procedures concerning Hot Work Permits as outlined below:

a) Prior to the performance of hot work, a request for a Hot Work Permit will be made to the Safety Department.

b) The COR and a representative from the Safety Office will inspect the area and ensure that the requirements of NFPA 241 and OSHA standards have been satisfied. The Hot Work Permit will be granted and will be posted in the immediate area of the work.

c) The Hot Work Permit will apply only to the location identified on the permit. If additional areas involve hot work, additional permits must be requested.

d) Upon completion of all hot work, the COR will be notified by the responsible individual to perform a re-inspection of the area.

e) Do not use any of the extinguishers in the medical center for standby purpose while conducting hot work. Contractors are required to supply their own Class ABC extinguishers. Medical center extinguishers are only to be used in the event of a fire.

M. Utility Shutdowns

1. Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt any such services to COR, in writing, three weeks in advance of proposed interruption. Request shall state reason, date, exact time of, and approximate duration of such interruption.

N. Penetration Permits

1. Contractor to complete Penetration Permit prior to commencement of any penetrations in fire rated construction barriers. Close openings in smoke barriers and fire-rated construction to maintain fire ratings.

O. Emergency Medical Services: Emergency medical services for stabilization purposes are available for contractors at this facility. For medical emergencies, dial 911 when inside any building at the University Drive and Heinz divisions. Report the nature of the emergency and location. The operator will dispatch in-house personnel or coordinate an outside emergency assistance based on the nature of the emergency.

P. Use of Government Owned Material and Equipment: Use of Government owned material and equipment is prohibited. This includes flatbeds, etc. for delivery of materials.

Q. Superintendent

1. The prime contractor shall, at Notice to Proceed, designate a single site superintendent who is empowered to act on behalf of the contractor while work is being completed. The site superintendent must be employed by the prime contractor and may not be an employee of a sub-contractor. At all times during the performance of this contract, including always when any contractor or sub-contractor staff are on-site, the superintendent shall be onsite to supervise and direct staff work. At all times during the performance of this contract whether staff is onsite working, the Superintendent must be available by telephone. At the commencement of the contract and prior to beginning any construction, the contractor will supply the COR with the name and telephone number for the superintendent. If work is found being performed without the superintendent present as noted above the COR will instruct all contractor and sub-contractor personnel to stop work and immediately leave the site until the superintendent returns. Any lost time, production, or costs associated with this shall be the responsibility of the contractor and will be done at no additional cost to the VA.

2. Communications: always during the performance of this contract, the Contractor’s Superintendent must be available by cell phone. At the beginning of the contract and prior to commencement of any construction, Contractor to provide the COR with the cell number for the superintendent.

R. Parking: There will be no on-site Contractor parking.

S. Smoking: No smoking is permitted on any CMCMC campus.

T. Delivery of Materials: All materials to be delivered to VA loading docks will be coordinated by the contractor. VA personnel will not receive any contractor material and the contractor will meet all deliveries at the dock to ensure receipt, custody, and removal of items from the dock so not to impact hospital function. If contractor is not present on the site to receive materials in a timely manner, the delivery will be refused and sent away to free the dock space. Extension of construction time will not be granted for refusal to receive contractor materials.

U. All material, equipment, etc. rendered inoperable by the new construction shall be removed and disposed off-site by the contractor.

V. Contractor is responsible to maintain and repair any existing construction that is damaged by Contractor’s construction activities.

1.0 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:

A. Contractors shall abide by the facilities Green Environmental Management System (GEMS) policies and procedures. Contractors shall use recycled content products and bio-based materials when possible and provide an estimate of the percentage of materials with recycled content that will be used on the awarded projects. Contractors are required to certify that all personnel and subcontractors have received Resource Conservation and Recovery ACT (RCRA) training. Contractors shall recycle all possible recyclable materials and report the total quantity of recycled and total quantity or waste removed during the projects. Reporting frequency will be set by the Contracting Officer.

B. Hazardous Material Storage & Use

1. The contractor shall establish hazardous material (HM) storage and distribution system when HM is to be used. All HM required to support the contract shall be reported to the Green Environmental Management System (GEMS) Coordinator using the Contractor HM Identification Form. The Contractor HM Identification Form will be provided to the Contractor at or prior to the Pre-Construction meeting. Additional HM needed by the contractor shall be identified to the Contracting Officer's Representative for approval by the HMP.

2. The contractor planning to use HM for the work must register with the GEMS prior to start of work to support the installation’s compliance with Executive Order 12856, Federal Compliance with Right-to-Know Laws and Pollution Prevention Requirements.

3. The contractor shall maintain Contractor HM Identification Form for HM on the job site for inspection/verification.

4. Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) will verify that the HM identified to (GEMS) Coordinator is the only HM in use on the job site.

5. Contractors shall provide the (GEMS) Coordinator:

a) A list of each material and quantity of material for all proposed HM. Hazardous Material (HM) shall mean any item that is:

b) A health hazard or physical hazard as defined in 29 CFR, 19 10.1200(c).

c) Regulated in its disposal by EPA less than 40 CFR.

d) Hazardous as defined by DOT regulations less than 49 CFR.

e) Hazardous as defined by the Dangerous Goods Regulations of the International Air Transport Association.

f) A safety data sheet (SDS) for each item on the list.

g) The contractor shall establish his/her own HM storage and issue location that complies with federal, state and local environmental regulations. Materials issued shall be tracked for quantities used. Unused materials shall be inventoried and removed from the VAMC Facilities prior to close out of the contract or expiration date of the HM. Reports of materials delivered, used and removed from the installation shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer monthly and prior to contract close out.

h) The contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local environmental standards.

i) The Facility (GEMS) coordinator shall be notified and accompany the Contracting Officer, Facility Engineer and other responsible parties i.e., COR, etc., on all project close out inspection to ensure all used/unused HM was removed from the installation.

C. Hazardous Waste (HW) Requirements:

1. General: This section includes the handling of all hazardous waste (HW) as generated by the contractor or government hazardous waste encountered by the contractor during this contract.

2. Non-Hazardous Waste: The contractor is responsible for the disposal of all non-hazardous waste.

3. Contractor Hazardous Waste: This shall include any hazardous waste that is a result of the use of hazardous materials (HM) and through leakage or spills. Pennsylvania regulations define any spills or leakage of oils (fuel) as hazardous waste. Contractor shall be fully responsible for the use, reporting and disposal of this material or waste, in accordance with all Federal, State and local regulations. The contractor shall provide a copy of his/her registration with the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for the Northwest region/Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ID number; hazardous waste transporter’s name and copy of their license or permit to transport hazardous waste; and the Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility (TSDF) name and copy of their license, permit, or interim status from EPA to receive hazardous waste.

4. Notification Requirements: The contractor shall notify the COR before the start of work, if they will be generating HW and when generation of HW will commence. This should be annotated on the PCRA plan as part of the review and approval process by COR.

5. While the EPA and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania permit the use of accumulation sites (Ref: 40 CFR 262.34) local authorization is required prior to establishing such a site. This approval is obtained from the Green Environmental Management System Office after a favorable joint review conducted by the (GEMS) Coordinator, The Safety Manager, The COR, and the Contracting Officer.

4.0 SCOPE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. The Contractor shall provide all necessary documents showing compliance with NFPA for the installation and testing of the Total Fire System (TFS) provided and delivered to this site.

Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, tools, and expertise to deliver, inspect, test, certify the system as operational once installed on the locations specified by the VA.

2. The contractor will provide information on preventive maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.

3. The Contractor shall provide to the COR documentation of the certificates of specifications, licenses, and permits for to demonstrate compliance of the HWSU with all required standards.

4. All travel costs associated with the performance of this contract are the responsibility of the Contractor and are provided at no additional cost to the Government as part of this contract. Travel costs are defined as but are not limited to time and vehicle costs for personnel in travel to and from job site for all duties outlined in this specification, normal shipping charges on any parts or materials covered by this contract, costs associated with the normal shipping of parts or equipment out for repair that are covered under this contract, etc.

5. Instruct personnel that work performed under this contract, shall comply with the following procedures:

a. At least one (1) week prior to delivery, the Contractor shall contact the COR or designee so that the VA will be aware of the Contractor’s arrival date/time in order to ensure the trenching and installation sites are made clear and available.

b. The contractor will ensure all personnel required for set up and equipment to be used on site are available at the appointed time of start date/time on site.

6. Emergency Telephone Numbers

a. The Contractor shall provide to each COR cellular numbers, in order to summon assistance in case an emergency develops. This information shall be provided in writing to the COR, prior to the contract start date.

7. Injury or Accident

a. Contractor shall submit to COR a written report to the VAMC within five work (5) days of any incident of a major malfunction, accident or injury involving an elevator. The report shall state the cause, what and when repairs and tests were or are to be made to correct the cause of the incident.

8. Qualification of Contractor Employees

a. The contractor at the contractor’s expense will obtain all necessary permits, and licenses for delivery and piping, trenching equipment, parts and proper site setup.

b. Supervision - The Contractor is required to submit certification of completion of OSHA 30 training certificate. The Contractor or their on-site supervisors shall always be available when the contract work is in progress to receive notices, reports, or request from the Contracting Officer or the COR.

c. The Contractor shall provide to the COR documentation of the certificates of training, licenses, and permits for all new employees not later than seven (7) days prior to that person beginning work under the terms of this contract. The Contractor shall insure that all certificates of training, licenses, permits, and bonds are current and valid. All offers must include documentation and proof of the above certifications and qualifications for each employee.

9. Invoices and Payment

a. Invoices will be submitted to the Government office designated in the solicitation and include the original and one copy.

10. Work to be Accomplished:

SUBDIVISIONS IN THIS CONTRACT INDLUDE:

a) Buildings 2, 5, 6, 15. Installation – Five (5) new Post Indicator Valve (PIV) Pressure Switches or equal product at each of following locations.

b) Building 2 PIV Rear - Loading Docks Trench Path will be shoveled to building wall. Approved brand name conduit or equal product will be laid to building wall up to floor level of Locker room to ceiling height interior run to Signal Loop Circuit identified by Manual Pull Station at entrance next to dock.

c) Building 2 PIV Side - opposite Bldg. 31 Trench 6” Wide 18” deep for conduit installation Concrete Sidewalk will be Saw Cut 1- 6’ slab 6” wide to building wall and replaced with concrete. Exterior piping underground will be brand name or equal product, wall mounted conduit to exterior of brick and converting inside building to interior piping back to closest Fire Alarm Control Panel in Bldg. 2 or Signal Loop Circuit.

d) Building 15 PIV on Lawn - Side of Bldg. Shovel trenching to Building 18” deep approved brand name conduit or equal product laid to building wall mounting conduit to exterior of brick and converting inside the building to approved interior conduit up wall to drop ceiling through space to above the Fire alarm Panel piped down to panel, terminated in the panel.

e) Building 5 PIV Front Lawn Shovel trench to Building 18” deep approved brand name conduit or equal product laid to building wall mounting conduit to exterior of brick and connect to interior existing approved conduit. New wire run back to closest signal loop circuit, replacing failed connection.

f) Building 6 PIV Lawn – Side of Building Piping and Wiring intact PIV Pressure Switch will be replaced with new Weatherproof device.

h. The work consists of furnishing all labor, travel, testing, testing equipment and materials to perform all maintenance and repairs required by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 72 on Fire Alarm Protection Systems.

i. Complete the restoration of all disturbed areas is the responsibility of this contractor. This includes the following:

a. Grass / Landscaping

b. Asphalt

c. Concrete

d. All wall penetrations

j. APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND REGULATORY GUIDANCE: The following standards will be utilized for performing work contained in this Statement of Work:

I. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards:

II. NFPA 70, 72

III. Maintenance Software program is maintained by On-Site Software.

k. VISUAL INSPECTION AND TESTING:

a. All installed/replaced devices will be visually inspected per NFPA 72, and electronically tested from the device to the fire alarm control panel for operational verification.

l. Required Material Submittals

a. All materials installed in this solicitation will be governed by the Buy American Act. The following materials must be submitted to the Project COR for Approval.

i. Post Indicator Valves

ii. Underground conduit

iii. Above ground conduit

iv. Electrical wiring and devices

b. For the following materials the VA wants a submittal to the Project COR

i. Backfill material for trenches

1. Source

2. Compaction Rating

ii. Concrete Materials for sidewalk & curb replacement

1. Source

2. Must meet 3500 psi

3. No additives

iii. Asphalt for asphalt replacement

1. Source of 6” Binder Course

2. Source of 2” Wearing Course

3. All asphalt material must meet PENDOT Road Restoration Specifications. As a reference use the following.

a. Publication 408/2020

b. Change 3 Projects let after Oct. 8, 2021 Statement of Work (SOW) Corporal Michael J Crescenz Veterans Affair Medical Center Installation of Post Indicator Valves (PIV)

INFORMATION REGARDING BIDDING MATERIAL, BID GUARANTEE AND BONDS

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS TO BIDDERS/OFFERORS

2.1 52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (MAR 2020) (JUL 2020) (DEVIATION) (a)(1) The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 236220.

(2) The small business size standard is $39.5 Million.

(3) The small business size standard for a concern which submits an offer in its own name, other than on a construction or service contract, but which proposes to furnish a product which it did not itself manufacture, is 500 employees.

(b)(1) If the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management, is included in this solicitation, paragraph (d) of this provision applies.

(2) If the provision at 52.204–7, System for Award Management, is not included in this solicitation, and the Offeror has an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), the Offeror may choose to use paragraph (d) of this provision instead of completing the corresponding individual representations and certifications in the solicitation. The Offeror shall indicate which option applies by checking one of the following boxes:

[ ] (i) Paragraph (d) applies.

[ ] (ii) Paragraph (d) does not apply and the offeror has completed the individual representations and certifications in the solicitation.

(c)(1) The following representations or certifications in SAM are applicable to this solicitation as indicated:

(i) 52.203-2, Certificate of Independent Price Determination. This provision applies to solicitations when a firm-fixed-price contract or fixed-price contract with economic price adjustment is contemplated, unless—

(A) The acquisition is to be made under the simplified acquisition procedures in Part 13;

(B) The solicitation is a request for technical proposals under two-step sealed bidding procedures; or

(C) The solicitation is for utility services for which rates are set by law or regulation.

(ii) 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions. This provision applies to solicitations expected to exceed $150,000.

(iii) 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements—Representation. This provision applies to all solicitations.

(iv) 52.204-3, Taxpayer Identification. This provision applies to solicitations that do not include the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management.

(v) 52.204-5, Women-Owned Business (Other Than Small Business). This provision applies to solicitations that—

(A) Are not set aside for small business concerns;

(B) Exceed the simplified acquisition threshold; and

(C) Are for contracts that will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas.

(vi) 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services—Representation. This provision applies to all solicitations.

(vii) 52.209-2, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations—Representation.

(viii) 52.209-5, Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters. This provision applies to solicitations where the contract value is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

(ix) 52.209-11, Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law. This provision applies to all solicitations.

(x) 52.214-14, Place of Performance—Sealed Bidding. This provision applies to invitations for bids except those in which the place of performance is specified by the Government.

(xi) 52.215-6, Place of Performance. This provision applies to solicitations unless the place of performance is specified by the Government.

(xii) 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representations (Basic, Alternates I, and II). This provision applies to solicitations when the contract will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas.

(A) The basic provision applies when the solicitations are issued by other than DoD, NASA, and the Coast Guard.

(B) The provision with its Alternate I applies to solicitations issued by DoD, NASA, or the Coast Guard.

(C) The provision with its Alternate II applies to solicitations that will result in a multiple-award contract with more than one NAICS code assigned.

(xiii) 52.219-2, Equal Low Bids. This provision applies to solicitations when contracting by sealed bidding and the contract will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas.

(xiv) 52.222-22, Previous Contracts and Compliance Reports. This provision applies to solicitations that include the clause at 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity.

(xv) 52.222-25, Affirmative Action Compliance. This provision applies to solicitations, other than those for construction, when the solicitation includes the clause at 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity.

(xvi) 52.222-38, Compliance with Veterans' Employment Reporting Requirements. This provision applies to solicitations when it is anticipated the contract award will exceed the simplified acquisition threshold and the contract is not for acquisition of commercial items.

(xvii) 52.223-1, Biobased Product Certification. This provision applies to solicitations that require the delivery or specify the use of USDA-designated items; or include the clause at 52.223-2, Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts.

(xviii) 52.223-4, Recovered Material Certification. This provision applies to solicitations that are for, or specify the use of, EPA-designated items.

(xix) 52.223-22, Public Disclosure of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Reduction Goals--Representation.