ATTCH 1 Statement of Work.pdf

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Washington, DC 20472 www.fema.gov

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Security Blast Resistance Window Film Installation

1.0 PROJECT TITLE:

Supply and Installation/Application of Security Blast Resistance Window Film

2.0 BACKGROUND:

The FEMA Houston Branch II Office located at 8223 Willow Place Drive South, Houston, TX 77070-5616 requires the supply and installation/application of blast resistant window film. The building will be occupied with employees in an office environment during the installation.

3.0 SCOPE:

The contractor shall provide all equipment, labor, and supplies necessary to apply and install blast resistant window film meeting or exceeding the material requirements and testing standards stated below:

3.1 Material Requirements:

Contractor shall provide proof minimum material requirements shall meet or exceed the requirements in the table below. The contractor is responsible for providing that minimum material requirements have been met. The film composite strength and elongation rate measured at a strain rate not exceeding 50% per minute shall not be less than the following:

Yield Strength: 12,000 psi Elongation at yield: 3%

Longitudinal Tensile strength: 22,000 psi

Traverse Tensile strength: 25,000 psi

Longitudinal Elongation at break 90%

Traverse Elongation at break: 75% Minimum Film Retention 7 mil

3.2 Testing Standards:

Testing standards must meet or exceed standards set in GSA/ISC Performance Conditions for Window System Response, minimum 3b and may be fount at:

https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/GSA_Testing_Standard1.pdf .

(Attachment 2 GSA Testing Standard1.pdf) https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/GSA_Testing_Standard1.pdf https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/GSA_Testing_Standard1.pdf

The Contractor is responsible for providing proof that minimum materials have met or exceed the minimum testing standard criteria established in the GSA Protection Standard Level C 3b blast protection window glaze/film must be provided.

3.3 Tasks

Task 1: Measure windows for blast film coverage, which includes two floors separated by mezzanine.

Task 2: Preparation of windows – Remove and retain all existing window coverings, such as window blinds and obstructions to the installation/application process. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation/application.

Task 3: Prepare all surfaces to the manufacturers specifications for achieving the best result.

Task 4: Install/apply in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Installation must be accomplished by a recognized professional installer of film for control purposes, safety and security.

Task 5: Install and apply without bubbles, ripples, drips, dirt, cuts, tears, or gaps between film and frame.

Task 6: Clean newly installed/applied film and window frames after installation.

Task 7: Clean up cleaning solutions, run-off cleaning water, and adhesive mounting solution.

Task 8: Protect installed/applied products until completion of project.

Task 9: Where installed film could be damaged by subsequent construction, provide tape warning strips or barricades to prevent contact.

Task 10: Leave areas clean with no debris from film installation/application.

Task 11: Upon completion of film installation/application, reinstall window coverings and brackets and any hardware, so long as it will not damage newly installed/applied film and/or void warranty.

4. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS:

4.1 Documented proof of GSA Protection Standard Level C 3b blast protection window glaze film -

GSA-TS01-2003.

Contractor(s) must provide documented proof the manufactured window film meets or exceeds the GSA Protection Standard Level C 3b testing standards.

5.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Access and Clearance

The Contractor is responsible for obtaining personnel clearance and access to all work areas. Visit Requests should be submitted to the Security Manager, Edward Chatman email: Edward.Chatman@fema.dhs.gov at least 24 hours in advance.

mailto:Edward.Chatman@fema.dhs.gov mailto:Edward.Chatman@fema.dhs.gov

5.2 Tools and Equipment

The Contractor is responsible for providing all tools and equipment required to perform work.

5.3 Quality Assurance

Manufacturer Qualifications: Blast film manufacturer shall be the standard product of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture and distribution of such products in satisfactory use for a minimum of 10 years.

Installer Qualifications: Documented experience in the application of adhesive window films with at least three successful applications of similar size and complexity and approved by film manufacturer.

The Contractor is responsible for the quality of all work performed in accordance with the SOW. Quality Assurance verification will be performed by a qualified specialist and will be documented on approved forms.

The Contractor will provide a copy of certifications.

5.4 Samples

5.4.1 Provide sample of film as applied on window sample to demonstrate outcome of application of window film for evaluation of color and surface preparation technique acceptance.

Sample must be approved and accepted by Contracting Officer Representative prior to installation.

5.5 Testing. All testing will be the responsibility of the Contractor. This includes provisioning of proof of standards set forth in GSA Protection Standard Level C 3b blast protection window glaze/film - GSA-

TS01-2003

5.6 Warranty: Provide manufacturer’s warranty against failure of film, including change of color, peeling, bubbling, rippling, cracking, delamination and demetalization to include the cost of labor for removal and installation. Warranty duration shall be a minimum of 10 years.

5.7 Site Visit: A site visit will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time located at 8223 Willow Place Drive South, Houston, TX 77070-5616. Offerors are encouraged to attend the Site Visit to determine the location and conditions of the site where work will be performed and are encouraged to take window measurements for blast film application, ensuring Contractor success.

6.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Technical Requirements: The contractor shall provide the engineering and technical skills necessary to accomplish the installation/application.

6.1 Method of Surveillance The government will monitor and assess the contractor's performance during the installation.

6.2 Equipment & Material Procurement. The contractor shall procure all equipment and material required stated under Section 3.0 Scope in this Statement of Work.

6.2.1 Acceptable Quality Level.

Blast resistance film shall be installed/applied without bubbles, ripples, drips, dirt, cuts, tears, or gaps between film and frame and must meet or exceed the standards listed in GSA Level 3B security criteria blast resistant window film.

6.3 Installation Schedule.

Installation shall be completed within 45 days after date of award. Schedule shall be coordinated with Security Manager, Edward Chatman.

7.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIAL

7.1 The government will provide facilities access for the performance of this task.

7.2 The government will not provide any further material.

8.0 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED MATERIAL

8.1 Unless otherwise instructed, the contractor shall provide all consumable material to support the installation.

9.0 SECURITY

9.1 Work performed under this contract is unclassified.

9.2 Valid and current Government Issued Identification is required for all contract employees to gain access into a Federal Government facility. All Contractors are required to be escorted by a designated Federal FEMA employee at all times while inside the facility.

9.3 A list of Contractor names is required for clearance prior to project start date. Names shall be provided to the Security Manager Edward Chatman. Edward.Chatman@fema.dhs.gov

10. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

10.1 FEMA Houston Branch II

8223 Willow Place Drive South Houston, TX 77070

11.0 TRAVEL

11.1 The contractor is responsible for ensuring delivery/transit of all required personnel and equipment required to complete the tasks at their own expense.

12.0 TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE

12.1 The technical representative for this task:

Edward Chatman

(202) 803-3548 Edward.Chatman@fema.dhs.gov 11000 Interstate Highway 35, N Austin, TX 78753