70Z03025QCLEV0084 - Statement of Works.pdf

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STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

Replace/install new Natural gas hot water heater No. 2 at USCG Sector Northern Great Lakes

1.0 GENERAL

United States Coast Guard (USCG) Sector Northern Great Lakes is planning to enter negotiations with a contractor. The USCG is seeking a contractor to replace the building Natural gas hot water heater #2 (365,000 input btu/hr;85 gal rated capacity). Prior to submitting a quote, it is mandatory to examine the SOW, and it is highly recommended to visit the facility to take field evaluations and become familiar with existing conditions under which the work will be performed. After the award of contract, a pre-conference will be held prior to starting the work at Coast Guard Sector Great Lakes, Sault Sainte Marie, MI.

1.1 BACKGROUND

The current natural gas hot water heater at USCG Sector Northern Great Lakes, installed 10 years ago, no longer holds water internally. Water drains from the bottom of the hot water heater causing a flooding hazard. This request is for the removal and disposal of the old unit and the installation of a modern, fully operational water heater and hot/cold water supply and return valves that meet the building’s hot water demands efficiently and safely. The new system must comply with current safety and energy efficiency standards to ensure consistent performance.

1.2 SCOPE

• Removal of old natural gas water heater.

• Install/Furnish new water heater

• Includes recycling of existing water heater.

• Reconnect to existing water lines.

• Reconnect to existing electrical.

• Reconnect existing gas line.

• Replace shutoff valves on hot and cold piping.

• Cost of necessary labor, material for installation.

• Verify proper operation after installation is complete.

Equipment Information:

1 – Natural gas water heater #2 (365,000 input btu/hr;85 gal rated capacity or equivalent)

1.3 OBJECTIVE

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The goal is to restore full hot water capabilities with an up to date fully functioning installed hot water system for the Sector that is safe to operate in tandem with the hot water heater #1 and can meet sanitation needs.

1.4 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

Enclosures of existing natural gas water heater attached to show current configuration and conditions contractors may expect.

2.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

Please see the Scope of the SOW

3.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

Contractor personnel will have the appropriate plumber certifications for installing a natural gas water heater system.

3.1 QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel to perform all requirements specified in this

SOW.

3.2 CONTINUITY OF SUPPORT

The Contractor shall ensure that the contractually required level of support for this requirement is always maintained. The Contractor shall ensure that all contract support personnel are present for all hours of the workday. If for any reason the Contractor staffing levels are not maintained due to vacation, leave, appointments, etc., and replacement personnel will not be provided, the Contractor shall provide e-mail notification to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to employee absence. Otherwise, the Contractor shall provide a fully qualified replacement.

3.43 EMPLOYEE CONDUCT

Contractor’s employees shall comply with all applicable Government regulations, policies and procedures (e.g., fire, safety, sanitation, environmental protection, security, “off limits” areas, wearing of parts of DHS uniforms, and possession of weapons) when visiting or working at Government facilities. The Contractor shall ensure Contractor employees always present a professional appearance and that their conduct shall not reflect discredit on the United States or the Department of Homeland Security. The Project Manager shall ensure Contractor employees understand and abide by Department of Homeland Security established rules, regulations and policies concerning safety and security.

3.4 REMOVING EMPLOYEES FOR MISCONDUCT OR SECURITY REASONS

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The Government may, at its sole discretion (via the Contracting Officer), direct the Contractor to remove any Contractor employee from DHS facilities for misconduct or security reasons.

Removal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility to continue providing the services required under the contract. The Contracting Officer will provide the Contractor with a written explanation to support any request to remove an employee.

4.1 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this contract shall not exceed 15 calendar days from the date of delivery of replacement hot water heater.

4.2 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The primary place of performance will be the Contractor’s facilities with frequent visits to the United States Coast Guard at 337 E. Water Street, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783.

4.3 HOURS OF OPERATION

Contractor employees shall generally perform all work between the hours of 0800 and 1600 EST, Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays). However, there may be occasions when Contractor employees shall be required to work other than normal business hours (Monday-Friday between 0800 and 1600), including weekends and holidays, will have to be granted special permissions via the Engineer Officer and have a designated member accompany them throughout their workday to fulfill requirements under this SOW.

4.4 TRAVEL

Contractor travel shall not be required for this requirement.

5.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES

The Government will allow Contractor to dispose of drain water to any drain outlet in the space where the hot water heater #2 is in support of this contract. Government will provide water via standard water hose spigot and 120 volt electrical outlets.

6.0 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY

The Contractor shall furnish all facilities, materials, equipment and services necessary to fulfill the requirements of this contract, except for the Government Furnished Resources specified in SOW 2.0 and SOW 5.0.

7.0 GOVERNMENT ACCEPTANCE PERIOD

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The COR will review deliverables prior to acceptance and provide the contractor with an e-mail that provides documented reasons for non-acceptance. If the deliverable is acceptable, the COR will send an e-mail to the Contractor notifying it that the deliverable has been accepted.

7.1

The COR will have the right to reject or require correction of any deficiencies found in the deliverables that are contrary to the information contained in the Contractor’s accepted proposal. In the event of a rejected deliverable, the Contractor will be notified in writing by the COR of the specific reasons for rejection. The Contractor may have an opportunity to correct the rejected deliverable and return it per delivery instructions.

7.2

The Contractor shall have 30 business days to make corrections and redeliver.

7.3

Enclosures.

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