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10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE

DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying number, date) 12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

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

12b. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL

SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014)

STANDARD FORM 1442

Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 52.236-1(d)

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

SOLICITATION

SOLICITATION

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

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

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

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NEGOTIATED (RFP)

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

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Sealed offers in original and ___________________copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ (hour) local time _____________________ (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, the date and time offers are due.

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An offer guarantee is, is not required.

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

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

36C78624B0003 X 12-01-2023 7743-000023

940-MM23-002

36C786 Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration Contracting Services 18434 Joplin Road Triangle VA 22172 Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration Contracting Services claude.humphrey@va.gov

Claude Humphrey 708-202-8387 ext. 77051 Develop In-Ground Cremains (IGC) and Various Site Improvements, Fargo National Cemetery

The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration has a requirement for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for a Contractor to provide all Management and Supervision, Labo r, Equipment, Material, Supplies, etc., necessary and required to Survey and Develop In-Ground Cremains (IGC) Section 1, and to provide various Cemetery Site Improvements as defined and described in accordance with applicable Local, State and Federal laws and regulations and in accordance with the Scope of Work and Specifications herein.

This Invitations for Bids (IFB) procurement opportunity is 100% Set-Aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small-Business, (SDVOSB) firms; Authority 38 U.S.C. 8127 (Public Law 109-461).

Bidder must be SBA VetCert verified prior to submitting a bid in accordance with VAAR 819-7003(B) and FAR Provision 52.204-7(a).

Bidder must represent that it is a SDVOSB concern under NAIC S code assigned to this acquisition and is SBA VetCert verified for eligibility in the https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ - database.

In accordance with VAAR 819.7003 (b), SDVOSB firms must be verified in the SAB VetCert database, https://veterans.

certify.sba.gov. Prospective bidders must also be registered in Vets 4212 at https://www.dol.gov;

and System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov/SAM at the time of Bid submission and at time of award.

The Product / Service Code (PSC) for this procurement is Y1PZ – Construction of Other Non-Building Facilities.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 238190 – Other Foundations, Structures and Building Exterior Contractors.

The Size Standard for this procurement is $19.0 million dollars.

The project magnitude of construction range is estimated to be between $100,000 and $250,000.

There is an organized pre-bid site visit scheduled. See 52.236-27 Site Visit for detailed site visit information.

Interested Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the Pre-Bid Site Visit Conference

Bidders will be required to furnish a Bid Bond; and the awarded Contractor will be required to provide Performance and Payment Bonds.

All Requests for Information (RFI) must be sent in writing to the Contracting Officer. See section A.3 8 QUESTIONS

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14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR

15. TELEPHONE NUMBER

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS

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FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of the solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within __________ calendar days after the date offers are due.

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

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMEN

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DATE.

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER 20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)( 41 U.S.C. 3304(a) (

26. ADMINISTERED BY

27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

PHONE:

FAX:

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

29. AWARD

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.

30a. NAME AND

TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED

31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

TO SIGN

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. AWARD DATE

BY

OFFER

AWARD

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.)

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each) (Type or print) (4 copies unless otherwise specified) (Type or print) (Type or pr int) (Contractor is required to sign this document and return _______ copies to issuing office.)

(Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

(Must be fully completed by offeror) (To be completed by Government)

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

CLIN 1: Survey & Develop IGC: $ _______________ CLIN 2: Repair Survey Control Points: $ _______________ CLIN 3: Repair Perimeter Fence: $ _______________ CLIN 4: Repair Ornamental Fence $ _______________ Grand Total All CLINS: $ _______________

NCA-2023-0129ADD-C0806000-C08090000-NCAEMOP-NRMFCA8092

36C786 Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration Contracting Services 18434 Joplin Road Triangle VA 22172 http://www.tungsten-network.com/customer -campaigns/veterans-affairs/

1-877-752-0900 X Claude Humphrey

VA-NCA-2023-0006

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A.3 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

1. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION: All contract administration matters will be handled by the following individual(s):

a. CONTRACTOR: _____________________

Unique Entity ID: _____________________ DUNS Number: _____________________

Contact Person: _____________________ Telephone #: _____________________ e-Mail Address: _____________________ Tax Identification Number: _____________________

b. GOVERNMENT: Contracting Officer (36C786) Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration Contracting Service 18434 Joplin Road Triangle, VA 22172

2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: Effective January 1, 1999, all payments by the Government to the Contractor will be made in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer. Contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database in accordance with FAR Clause 52.212-1(k).

3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted within ten (10) business days after performance and acceptance of services and must include the VA Project Number, Contract Number, Purchase Obligation Number, Dates of Service, Detailed description of the services provided and Total Amount Due. Payment for services provided under the terms of this contract will be made in arrears, within thirty (30) calendar days, upon receipt of properly executed invoice(s) in accordance with:

· 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS (NOV 2012)

· UPON ACCEPTANCE OF SERVICES

· In order to comply with the Improper Payment Elimination and Recovery Act of 2010 (IPERA), the VA has mandated electronic invoice submission to the Veterans Affairs Financial Services Center (VAFSC). VAFSC has partnered with OB10 e-Invoicing network, for submissions of all electronic invoices to VA. OB10 electronic invoicing is free to all VA vendors. In order to submit electronic invoices, all VA vendors must register with OB10 by submitting an email to VA.Registration@ob10.com or calling 1-877-752-0900 option 2 for Enrollment.

· Contractor shall submit an electronic invoice within ten (10) business days after performance and acceptance of services to the Veterans Affairs Financial Services Center (VAFSC) e-Invoice through the website at https://portal.tungsten-network.com/Login.aspx . For questions regarding the submission of VA electronic invoices, OB10 customer service may be contacted at 1-877-489-6135.

· All invoices shall reference the vendor’s name and address, customer name, contract number, appropriate obligation/funding order number, description of services provided, quantity provided, unit price, and total invoice amount (any additional info). Invoices shall also include any payment discount terms.

· For questions regarding invoice receipt or payment, please call VAFSC directly at 1-877-353-9791 or email vafsccshd@va.gov

4. GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS: All invoices from the Contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 “Electronic Submission of Payment Requests.” to the following web address: http://www.fsc.va.gov/einvoice.asp.

FACSIMILE, E-MAIL, AND SCANNED DOCUMENTS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF SUBMISSION FOR PAYMENT REQUESTS.

For assistance setting up e-Invoice, the below information is provided:

* Tungsten Network e-Invoice Setup Information: 1-877-489-6135

* Tungsten Network e-Invoice email: VA.Registration@ob10.com <http://VA.Registration@ob10.com/>

* FSC e-Invoice Contact Information: 1-877-353-9791

* FSC e-invoice email: vafsccshd@va.gov <http://va.gov/>

5. CONTRACT AUTHORITY: The Contracting Officer acting within the scope of the contract and his/her duties and responsibilities is the only person authorized to approve changes or modify any of the requirements of this request. The Contractor shall communicate with the Contracting Officer on all matters pertaining to Contract Administration. Only the Contracting Officer is authorized to make commitments or issue changes that affect pricing, quantities or quality of performance, delivery terms and conditions, or the term of the contract.

6. CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE: Notwithstanding the Contractor’s responsibility for total management during the performance of the contract, the administration of the contract will require maximum coordination between the Government and the Contractor. The Contracting Officer will designate a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for the project, of which all work coordination shall be made through the COR. The Contractor shall be provided a copy of the COR’s Delegation of Authority letter outlining the scope of the COR’s duties and responsibilities. No other person shall be authorized to act in such capacity unless appointed in writing by the Contracting Officer.

7. SUBMITTAL OF BIDS: A public bid opening will occur by telephone conference using the following:

Call Line: 872-701-0185 Conference ID: 558 286 493#

a. Bids shall be submitted electronically via email to the attention of the Contracting Officer at his/her respective Government’s email address.

b. Interested Bidders should register with the Department of Veterans Affairs eCMS Vendor Portal at https://www.vendorportal.ecms.va.gov.

c. Bidders who require registration shall proceed to the Vendor Portal’s Login section and shall click on Request a user account to register. In the event an Offeror is unable to submit a proposal through the vendor portal domain, prior to the proposal closing date, contact the VAAS helpdesk at 1-877-634-3739, or via email at VA.Acquisition.Systems@va.gov.

d. DO NOT wait until the last day to submit bid documents. Bidders are highly encouraged to submit bid packages 2-3 days in advance to avoid system lock outs:

If an Offeror experience difficulty in submitting its bid via the Vendor Portal, the Contracting Officer may accept an Offeror’s bid via email under the following circumstances:

1. Bidder must provide evidence that an email discussions or verbal discussion with the VAAS helpdesk could not resolve registration issues.

2. Bid submitted must meet the time constraints as set forth in the solicitation.

3. Bids submitted via email without the below stated Bid Package requirements will not be accepted and will be considered to be NONRESPONSIVE.

4. Late or incomplete Bids will NOT be considered and deemed to be nonresponsive.

NOTE: All bids must be submitted to the attention of the Contracting Officer identified, No Later Than the date/time specified. If an interested bidder cannot submit its bid via the Department of Veterans Affairs eCMS Vendor Portal link provided, email bids will be acceptable at claude.humphrey@va.gov No Later Than the date/time specified.

Interested bidders are reminded to follow the above (c) steps if a bidder experience difficulty in submitting its bid via the Vendor Portal.

e. Document /transmittal naming convention. Solicitation number, Project Description, and Company name EXAMPLE: 36C78624B0003_IGC_ ABC 123 Corp.

f. Bid package shall be one (1) pdf document combining the following minimum required documents:

· Company cover letter identifying the Solicitation number, Project Description, Company name and address, POC name, Phone number, eMail address, and Company’s SAM’s Unique Entity ID / DUNS numbers;

· Completed blocks 14-20c of the back of the SF 1442, ensuring full completion of all blocks;

· Completed Price/Cost Schedule;

· Completed IFB Contractor Cost Estimate Worksheet;

· Completed, signed and attached SF30 Amendments (if applicable);

· Attached scanned digital copy of the Bid Bond (if applicable); (ensure to lightly darken raised seals)

NO FAX/ FACSIMILE SUBMITTED BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Bids shall be subject to the terms and conditions of this solicitation.

8. QUESTIONS: All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing (email is acceptable) to: Claude Humphrey (claude.humphrey@va.gov. Any prospective bidder desiring an explanation or interpretation of the solicitation, drawings, specifications, etc., must request it in writing. No phone responses will be accepted.

NOTE: All questions must reference the Solicitation number, Project number (if applicable) and the Description of the project in the Header or Opening Statement.

9. CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT REPORTING SYSTEM:

a. FAR 42.1502 directs all Federal agencies to collect Past Performance information on contracts. The Department of the Interior (DOI) has implemented the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) to comply with this regulation. One (1) or more past performance evaluations will be conducted in order to record your contract performance as required by FAR 42.15.

b. The Past Performance evaluation process is a totally paperless process using CPARS. CPARS is a web-based system that allows for electronic processing of the performance evaluation report. Once the report is processed, it is available in the Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS) for Government use in evaluating past performance as part of a source selection action.

c. It is requested that you furnish the Contracting Officer (CO) with the name, position title, phone number, and email address for each person designated to have access to your firm's past performance evaluation(s) for the contract no later than thirty (30) calendar days after award. Each person granted access will have the ability to provide comments in the Contractor portion of the report and state whether or not the Contractor agrees with the evaluation, before returning the report to the Assessing Official (AO). Information in the report must be protected as source selection sensitive information not releasable to the public.

d. When your Contractor Representative(s) are registered in CPARS, they will receive an automatically generated email with detailed login instructions. Further details, systems requirements, and training information for CPARS is available at https://www.cpars.gov/.

e. Within sixty (60) calendar days after the end of a performance period, the AO will complete an interim or final past performance evaluation, and the report will be accessible at https://www.cpars.gov/.

1. Contractor Representatives may then provide comments in response to the evaluation or return the evaluation without comment.

2. Your comments should focus on objective facts in the AO's narrative and should provide your views on the causes and ramifications of the assessed performance.

3. All information provided should be reviewed for accuracy prior to submission.

4. If you elect not to provide comments, please acknowledge receipt of the evaluation by indicating "No comment" in the space provided, and then selecting “Accept the Ratings and Close the Evaluation”.

5. Your response is due within sixty (60) calendar days after receipt of the CPAR. On day fifteen (15), the evaluation will become available in PPIRS-RC marked as “Pending” with or without comments and whether or not it has been closed.

6. If you do not sign and submit the CPAR within sixty (60) calendar days, it will automatically be returned to the Government and will be annotated: "The report was delivered/received by the contractor on (date). The contractor neither signed nor offered comment in response to this assessment."

f. The following guidelines apply concerning your use of the past performance evaluation:

1. Protect the evaluation as source selection information. After review, transmit the evaluation by completing and submitting the form through CPARS. If for some reason you are unable to view and/or submit the form through CPARS, contact the CO for instructions. Strictly control access to the evaluation within your organization. Ensure the evaluation is never released to persons or entities outside of your control.

2. Prohibit the use of or reference to evaluation data for advertising, promotional material, pre-award surveys, responsibility determinations, production readiness reviews, or other similar purposes.

g. If you wish to discuss a Past Performance evaluation, you should request a meeting in writing to the CO no later than seven (7) calendar days following your receipt of the evaluation. The meeting will be held via telephone or other means during your sixty (60) calendar day review period.

h. A copy of the completed past performance evaluation will be available in CPARS for your viewing and for Government use supporting source selection actions after it has been finalized.

(End of Administration Data)

A.4 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

AMOUNT

Survey and Develop In-Ground Cremains (IGC) Section As Per Specifications

Repair Survey Control Points As Per Specifications

Repair Perimeter Fence As Per Specifications

Repair Ornamental Fence As Per Specifications

Contract work includes but is not limited to General Conditions, General Construction, Burial Areas, Structures, Alterations, Roads, Walks, Grading, Drainage, Landscaping, Irrigation, Structural, Architectural, Electrical, Utility systems, Necessary removal of existing structures and Construction and certain of other items and all other work necessary to construct the improvements as shown and described in the contract documents, Statement of Work, and Specifications.

The Contractor will have one hundred and eighty-one (181) calendar days from the date of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) to complete all the work.

All work/services performed must adhere to National Cemetery Administration standards and is to be in accordance with the Scope of Work, Specifications, and Terms and Conditions described and attached herein.

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A.5 STATEMENT OF WORK

Contractor shall provide all Management, Supervision, Labor, Equipment, Materials, Parts, Tools, etc., required, and necessary to provide construction services to provide Survey and Development of Section 1 In-Ground Cremations (IGC) and various Site Improvements at Fargo National Cemetery located at 8709 40th Ave., N, Hardwood, North Dakota 58042, as stated, described, required and in conjunction with the attached and associated NCA Specifications and Drawings:

i. NCA Handbook 3120, Interment Area Layout Standards

ii. NCA MCS 01 57 19

iii. NCA MCS 02 21 00

iv. NCA MCS 02 41 10

v. NCA MCS 03 30 53

vi. NCA MCS 10 75 00

vii. NCA MCS 32 05 23

viii. NCA MCS 32 20 00

ix. NCA MCS 32 31 13

x. NCA MCS 32 31 19

xi. NCA MCS 32 84 00

xii. NCA MCS 32 90 00

xiii. NDDOT Spec 302.04

xiv. NDDOT Spec 550.04

1. SCOPE

Contractor shall inspect the grounds where the work is to be completed and ascertain the work deemed necessary and required to complete the work outlined herein, failure of the Contractor to fully inspect grounds and Administration Building prior to performing the work shall not relieve the Contractor from performing in accordance with the strict intent and meaning of the specifications without additional cost to the Government.

1. The Contractor shall submit an ‘After Inspection Report’ of Contractor’s findings, listing any deficiencies found and recommendations, to the COR and Contracting Officer for review and approval prior to commencing the work.

2. The report will include all aspects of the construction services needed to provide Improvement at the Fargo National Cemetery as specified herein.

3. Prior to beginning any work, the Contractor shall survey the site and review the Statement of Work to determine the extent of the work.

4. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to avoid damages to existing items to remain in place, to be reused, or to remain the property of the Cemetery.

5. Any damaged items shall be repaired or replaced as approved by the COR.

6. The Contractor shall locate, tag and identify any utilities irrigation system piping, sprinkler heads, and other components and make all necessary adjustment or connections from the existing utilities and shall reroute any utility line, which may impact construction.

7. The Contractor shall grade the site within the construction limits to maintain proper site drainage; all ground surfaces shall be graded to provide runoff toward drains and/or swales.

8. The Contractor shall repair and restore any damage to roads, turf or surrounding area that occurs during construction.

All work shall be performed In Accordance With (IAW) the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) Master Construction Specifications (MCS) as indicated in herein.

All materials and layout of site will be pre-approved by CO, COR and District Engineer before materials are ordered or work commences.

All work shall be performed in a professional workmanship like manner. All adjacent disturbed surfaces shall be repaired to the same quality standards of the existing work and shall also match the adjacent areas. At the completion of the work and upon satisfactory acceptance by the Government, the Contractor shall provide to the COR and Contracting Officer any applicable Operation and Maintenance Manuals, a certificate of Warranty / Guarantee that all work done under the contract shall be free from defaults, faulty materials or workmanship for a minimum of one (1) year from the date of final acceptance. Contractor hereby agrees to repair or replace deficiencies within the specified time frame by the direction of the COR or Contracting Officer at Contractor's own expense and shall be corrected to the satisfaction of the Government.

The work shall include full compliance with all related specifications requirements, including, but not limited to, the Contractor providing all requirements necessary permit(s). All work required to achieve these results shall be at the Contractor's expense with no additional costs to the Government.

1. FARGO NATIONAL CEMETERY LOCATION MAP:

1. CLINs CLIN 1: Survey and Develop In-Ground Cremains (IGC) Section 1.

1. In-Ground Cremation sites must adhere to NCA Handbook 3120, Interment Area Layout Standards. A minimum of twelve feet shall separate adjacent burial section boundaries and provide burial operations heavy equipment access. This separation shall not contain irrigation or function as irrigation aisles. As-Built drawings will be provided as reference.

2. Before beginning any demolition work, the Contractor shall survey the site and examine the drawings and review the scope of work to determine the extent of the work. The Contractor shall take necessary precautions to avoid damages to existing items to remain in place, to be reused, or to remain the property of the Cemetery. Any damaged items shall be repaired or replaced as approved by the COR.

3. Establish construction limits, install safety controls, and install construction fencing as approved and/or directed by the COR.

4. SITE SURVEY, IAW NCA MCS 02 21 00: Locate and stake/flag all underground utilities, irrigation system piping, sprinkler heads, and other components. As-Builts will be provided as reference. Coordinate shutdown and operation of the existing irrigation system with the COR to accomplish the work.

5. Demolition and SITE CLEARING, IAW NCA MCS 02 41 10: Remove grass and other vegetation or obstructions as required to permit grading of the site within the limits of the project. Dispose of all organic material on the cemetery property at the direction of the COR. Haul away & dump trash, debris, and waste to an approved disposal site.

6. EROSION CONTROL AND SITE DRAINAGE, IAW NCA MCS 01 57 19:

a. Contractor shall provide erosion control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of soils and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways. Contractor shall install silt fence and inlet protection prior to any soil disturbance activities.

b. During construction, perform excavation and fill in a manner and sequence that will provide proper drainage at all times. Provide for the collection and disposal of surface and subsurface water encountered during construction. Completely drain construction site during periods of construction to keep soil materials sufficiently dry. Provide temporary ditches, swales, and other drainage features and equipment as required to maintain dry soils.

c. When unsuitable working platforms for equipment operation and unsuitable soil support for subsequent construction features develop, remove unsuitable material and provide new soil material as specified herein. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to assess the soil and ground water conditions presented by the plans and specifications and to employ necessary measures to permit construction to proceed.

7. PLANTING IRRIGATION, IAW NCA MCS 32 84 00: Provide and install new irrigation as shown on referenced drawings. Provide new irrigation, new mainline supply pipe, quick couplers, new remote-control valves, sprinklers, and related equipment required for a complete irrigation system.

8. SITE GRADING AND FINISHING, IAW NCA MCS 32 20 00:

a. Perform grading within the limits of the project to the lines, grades, and elevations indicated and as specified.

b. Finish the final graded surface to a smooth and compact surface. Provide the degree of finish for graded areas within 0.1 foot of the grades and elevations indicated. Finish the surface of areas to receive turfgrass from settlement or washing to a smoothness suitable for the application of turfgrass seed or sod. Repair graded areas prior to acceptance of the work, and re-established grades to the required elevations and slopes.

c. Fill depressions caused by clearing and grubbing operations with satisfactory subgrade material of similar characteristics and texture to the soil already present on site. Top dress filled areas with a minimum of three (3) inches of topsoil material to meet the finish grades. Place fill material in horizontal layers not exceeding six (6) inches loose depth, and thoroughly compact each layer to a density equal to adjacent original ground.

d. Excavate unsatisfactory materials encountered within the limits of the work below grade and replace with satisfactory materials as directed by the COR.

e. If excess material is to be removed from the site, dispose of excess material (free of trash, debris, & waste) on cemetery property as directed by the COR.

f. If additional fill material and topsoil is required import, spread, and compact additional fill material of similar characteristics and texture to the soil already present on site as approved by the COR

g. Import, spread, and compact additional high-quality topsoil of similar characteristics and texture to the soil already present on site from an off-site source approved by the COR.

i. Topsoil shall be free of foreign matter, any objects bigger than 25 mm (1 inch) and weed seeds.

ii. Apply and compact sufficient topsoil of at four (4) inches in depth to meet the required grades. Eliminate all ripples and depressions to achieve the desired smooth and uniformly level finish grade and appearance. New surfaces shall be blended to existing areas.

iii. Firm the topsoil by rolling with a standard turfgrass roller that is half-full of water. If more weight is required to adequately firm the surface, fill the roller with water and repeat rolling as necessary. Properly firmed soil will show a footprint when walked upon but will not allow the walker’s foot to sink into the soil.

9. SURVEYED CONTROL MONUMENTS, IAW NCA MCS 02 21 00: Contractor’s professional licensed land surveyor shall layout and install the precast concrete monuments and aluminum monument markers in the quantity and locations as specified on the drawings.

10. TURFGRASS SOD, IAW NCA MCS 32 90 00: New sod shall be installed over the entire area within the limits of construction. New sod turf shall be a 60% Rhambler 2 TTTF, 10% Intrigue CF, 10% Celestial SCRF, 10% Gladiator HF, 5% Soraya PRG, 5% Mazama KBG, or similar mix.

CLIN 2: Survey Control Points Current Control Markers are heaving and shifting presumably caused by temperature fluctuation. Repair solution shall address root cause analysis and mitigation as well as repair, replacement, and additional control markers as required. Control Marker specification provided is typical.

1. SURVEYED CONTROL MONUMENTS, IAW NCA MCS 02 21 00: Contractor’s professional licensed land surveyor shall layout and install or replace approximately twenty (20) precast concrete monuments and aluminum monument markers in the locations as illustrated in the drawing, discovered during surveying, and/or as specified by the COR and/or district engineer.

2. Control marker foundation will extend below the freeze line and shall be reinforced with rebar as indicated in the illustration and as agreed upon by the COR and/or district engineer.

3. Refer to Work Section F for concrete specifications.

SECTION 1 MASTER PLAN

CLIN 3: Repair Perimeter Fence Sections, IAW NCA MCS 32 31 13.

1. Contractor will demo approximately 300 linear feet of damaged chain link fence and broken, or damaged fence posts and any other fence components as illustrated and in coordination with the COR and/or district engineer.

2. Contractor will install approximately 300 linear feet of chain link fence, along with the associated fence components, ensuring the fence is plum, square, and touching the ground in all locations.

3. Refer to Statement of Work Section F for concrete specifications.

CLIN 4: Repair Ornamental Fence, IAW NCA MCS 32 31 19.

1. Ornamental Fence and Gate.

a. Contractor shall inspect all fence posts for proper footing size and depth according to manufacturer’s specifications and UFGS specifications as referenced in Statement of Work section (F), following whichever provides the greatest protection. Findings shall be documented in writing, illustrated using photography, and provided to COR and district engineer.

b. Contractor shall inspect entire Fence and Gate for worn or damaged components, peeling paint, rust, and any recommended repairs. Findings shall be documented in writing, illustrated using photography, and provided to COR and district engineer.

c. Contractor shall recommend repair or replacement along with unit pricing, in writing and provide to COR and district engineer.

d. All repair and replacement shall be approved by COR and district engineer prior to work being performed.

2. Ornamental Cantilever Slide Gate.

a. Contractor shall remove and replace all cantilever slide gate brackets and associated hardware, replace with new color matched components per manufacturer specifications, ensuring proper spacing, torque, and alignment in order to achieve smooth operation of gate.

b. Contractor shall provide and install new color matched nylon cantilever rollers with sealed bearings and color matched nylon roller covers per manufacturer’s specifications and as approved by COR and district engineer.

c. Refer to Work Section F for concrete specifications.

d. Contractor shall repair any damage to turf or surrounding area that occurs during construction.

1. WORK SECTION F

CONCRETE, IAW NCA MCS 03 30 53 unless otherwise specified:

1. Contractor will conduct all work associated with replacing damaged concrete.

2. All damaged concrete will be removed by contractor.

3. All waste material will be disposed offsite at contractor’s expense.

4. Compact aggregate base in accordance with NDDOT Spec 302.04.

5. Contractor will install all forms necessary for concrete pour.

6. Concrete flat work will be poured to a minimum thickness of 4”.

7. footings will be dug with a wider base, similar to a bell shape, and will extend below the freeze depth.

8. Concrete will meet NDDOT Spec 550.04.

9. Concrete will be chemically treated to provide increased stability during freeze/thaw cycles.

10. Concrete will be protected to maintain no less than 55-degree temperature during curing cycle.

11. Concrete will be pinned to all adjacent concrete to prevent movement.

12. Contractor will finish exposed concrete with a broom finish.

13. Concrete will be poured level with adjacent concrete, so it is not a tripping hazard.

14. Cut expansion joints in concrete within twenty-four (24) hours.

15. Expansion joints shall be filled with elastomeric sealant.

1. SITE INVESTIGATION INSPECTION

Per FAR 52.236-3, Contractor should survey / inspect the site prior to submitting a bid/proposal/quote in order to be fully aware of the Scope of Services required and to adequately gather existing unit’s product information, model numbers and all necessary and matching standards and requirements. Contractor shall perform a ‘Site Investigation’ to verify the magnitude of all dimensions/measurements and site conditions before start of the work or the ordering of any equipment, parts and or materials. Failure to do so shall not relieve the successful offeror from performing in accordance with the strict intent and meaning of the specifications without additional cost to the Government.

Contractor shall submit an ‘After Inspection Report’ of Contractor’s findings, listing each respective Flagpole deficiencies found and recommended repair/work solutions to the COR and Contracting Officer for review and approval prior to commencing the work.

Any electrical work shall be in accordance with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local building codes. Failure to do so shall not relieve the Contractor from performing in accordance with the strict intent and meaning of the specifications without additional cost to the Government.

1. MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

All submittals, samples, etc., called for by the specification requirements shall be approved by the COR and/or the Contracting Officer before any work associated with or required by said submittal, samples, etc., is to begin. The Contractor shall prepare and submit all submittals as specified in the contract or as requested by the COR and/or the Contracting Officer.

0. Be advised and reminded that the COR cannot approve submittals that would result in a change to the contract terms or conditions, or that would affect a cost or time change; The Contracting Officer is the only person authorized to approve and issue supplemental agreements, change orders, stop order, modifications, payments, etc., on the Government behalf.

The Contractor must acquire the COR’s approval once materials has been approved to start the work.

All work shall be performed in a professional workmanship like manner, adhere to VHA and NCA standards, be done in strict accordance with the requirements set forth herein, manufacturer’s requirements, installation guidelines; and be in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local codes and regulations; inclusive of applicable OSHA Construction Safety Guidelines.

1. SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS DISCREPANCIES

In the case of any differences between the Statement of Work, Specification and/or Drawings, the specifications will prevail and govern over the Statement of Work and/or Drawings. Any Statement of Work, Specification and/or Drawings discrepancies should be brought to the immediate attention of the Contracting Officer and COR for clarification. Any errors or omissions in the Statement of Work, Specification and/or Drawings must be provided promptly to the Contracting Officer and COR, but in no case later than the start of related work.

1. CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS PHOTO DOCUMENTATION

During the construction through completion, Contractor shall provide photographic documentation of construction progress and at selected milestones per the Contracting Officer and/or the COR. The photos shall meet the following qualifications:

Photo elements:

a. Digital image shall be taken with a professional grade camera with minimum size of 6 megapixels (MP) capable of producing 200x250mm (8 x 10 inch) prints with a minimum of 2272 x 1704 pixels and 400x500mm (16 x 20 inch) prints with a minimum 2592 x 1944 pixels.

b. Before construction services work, the area, building, adjacent streets, roadways, parkways, driveways, curbs, sidewalks, landscaping, adjacent utilities and adjacent structures surrounding the site shall be photo documented. Overlapping photographic techniques shall be used to ensure maximum coverage.

c. If site work or area preparation is extensive, this documentation may be required immediately before construction services work begins and at several pre-determined intervals during work commencement.

d. Photography of employees, visitors, volunteers, and others on NCA premises is strictly prohibited. Photographing of NCA premises (buildings, grounds, property, site) is allowed ONLY with written permission from the COR.

1. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The Contractor shall complete all work including submittals, reviews, quality control, repair/construction services, punch list corrections, clean up, invoicing and closeouts documentation submittal within one hundred and eighty-one (181) calendar days of Government issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

The Contractor shall develop and provide the Contracting Officer with a Project Schedule and Cost Schedule within ten (10) calendar days of Government issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

1. WORK HOURS

Normal construction services work hours for this project shall be 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., CST Monday through Friday, excluding Saturday, Sunday and Federal Holidays. Contractor work hours may be modified only by written approval of the Contracting Officer, at no additional cost to the Government.

The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR to establish a work schedule and to ensure that no work is being performed at the immediate site of a scheduled interment or ceremony. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that no contract work causes any funeral, ceremony, procession or visitation to be delayed, altered, or otherwise impacted in such a way that the dignity or security of the event is compromised.

The Contractor may request authorization in advance from the Contracting Officer to work outside of normal service hours at no additional cost to the Government. Written Authorization must be pre-approved in advance and prior to working and is at the sole discretion of the Contracting Officer.

Contractor, Contractor’s employees and sub-contractors must check-in with the COR, daily, upon arrival at the Fargo National Cemetery prior to beginning any work and prior to departing the facility/property after the day’s work is completed.

1. HOLIDAYS

The following federal holidays are observed:

· New Year's Day - January 1

· Inauguration Day (DC Metropolitan Area Only) - January 20 every 4 years

· Martin Luther King's Birthday - 3rd Monday in January

· President's Day - 3rd Monday in February

· Memorial Day - Last Monday in May

· Juneteenth- June 19

· Independence Day - July 4

· Labor Day - 1st Monday in September

· Columbus Day - 2nd Monday in October

· Veterans Day - November 11

· Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November

· Christmas Day - December 25

And any other holiday proclaimed by the President as a Federal Holiday.