Amendment 2_RFQ 72026324Q00002_June 13_2024_final.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 84

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

See block 16 C

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO

REQ-263-24-000083

5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY CODE 720263 7. ADMINISTERED BY (IF OTHER THAN ITEM 6) CODE N/A

USAID/Egypt

1/A Nady El Etisalat St.

Off El Laselki St.

New Maadi, 11435, Egypt

Not applicable

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State, and Zip Code) To all Offerors 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

72026324Q00002

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

CODE: FACILITY CODE:

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers, FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If Required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS, IT MODIFIES THE

CONTRACT/ORDER NO., AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify Authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.)

SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43,103 (b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is NOT is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.

The purpose of this amendment 0002 to RFQ #72026324Q00002:

1. Provide an updated Scope of Work (SOW)

2. Provide responses to questions received from interested parties via email and during the site visit of USAID/Egypt facilities on June 02, 2024

3. Extend the deadline for receipt of offers/quotations from June 13, 2024 to July 01, 2024, 12 PM (Cairo Local Time)

Attachment No. 1 contains the question and answers and Attachment No. 2 Indicates the changes made to the

RFQ

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remain unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

Matthew Courtad, Contracting Officer

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 16C. DATE SIGNED

Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

RFQ # 72026324Q00002 Amendment # 0002 USAID/Egypt Fire Protection System Upgrade

The Request for Quotation (RFQ) is hereby amended as set forth below:

1. Cover Letter:

Closing Date [for Submission of Offers], delete “June 13 , 2024, at 12:00 pm Cairo Local Time” and replace with “July 01 , 2024, at 12:00 pm Cairo Local Time”

2. SECTION D – STATEMENT OF WORK

1. Section 2. Background and General Information:

b. Delete “In addition, an Ansul kitchen hood wet chemical suppression system protects the kitchen equipment.

w. Delete “kitchen hood”

2. Section 7. Applicable Codes:

Delete “NFPA 17A, STANDARD FOR WET CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS, 2017 EDITION”

3. Section 8. Scope of Work:

a. Fire Pumps:

Delete item # 8

b. Standpipe Delete entirely

f. Ansul Kitchen Hood Suppression System:

Delete entirely

End of Amendment

Request For Quotation (RFQ) Number: 72026324Q00002 Fire Alarm System Upgrade

Compiled Questions and Answers

1. We noticed Notifier is called out as the new fire alarm system. Is this 100% a requirement, or will USAID consider alternative systems?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Notifier is the only approved fire alarm system by OBO.

2. Could a site visit be arranged?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Scheduled June 02, 2024

3. Can the proposal due date be extended by at least two more weeks? One month from receipt of the documents to submitting the bid is a very tight turnaround.

USAID/Egypt Answer: The due date for offers has been extended to July 1, 2024.

4. Could you please clarify on the overall Period of Performance?

USAID/Egypt Answer: USAID/Egypt is providing 18 months to complete this work, though USAID/Egypt believes that this work can be completed in a much shorter time frame. However, in the event that any equipment or supplies needed to be imported into Egypt, USAID is providing additional time in the performance period in light of long processing and wait times at Egyptian customs facilities.

5. Please clarify the intent of the design for the project, and if only one final submission is required. Per the RFQ, it appears the design requirements are only related to fire protection systems and seismic calculations. The fire can be completed, signed and sealed by a U.S. Licensed Fire Protection Engineer or NICET Level III Fire Alarm Technician.

USAID/Egypt Answer: The submissions must follow OBO (Overseas Buildings Operations) spec for fire alarm, sprinkler, fire pump and special suppression systems. All submissions must be reviewed and approved by OBO. NICET III or a US licensed fire protection engineer seals are required per OBO spec.

6. Are there any photos available of the existing spaces, devices and equipment?

USAID/Egypt Answer: No, photos are not available.

7. Will the contractor be provided with a storage and laydown area on-site? If so, please provide specifics (i.e. how many 20’ or 40’ shipping containers could be stored on-site).

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes, USAID/Egypt can provide space for up to three 20’/40’ containers.

8. Will the contractor be provided with a temporary office space on-site and access to the internet?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Office space can be made available for specific windows of time and internet access can be provided on devices approved by the Information Systems Security Officer.

9. What’s the existing ceiling material (i.e. drop, hard/gypsum)?

USAID/Egypt Answer: With the exception of hard ceilings in front of post one, above an ATM machine in the main entrance, and on top of the kitchen area, the ceiling tiles are acoustical ceiling tiles.

10. What are the architectural and finish requirements around the new devices and infrastructure?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Match existing. Conceal piping and conduit behind walls and ceiling in finished areas.

11. Can existing cable and conduit be re-used, or does the new system require all new?

USAID/Egypt Answer: The cables and conduit must be sized per calculations and be in compliance with NFPA 70 and 72 and manufactures’ instructions.

12. Can any of the new conduit be exposed or must it all be concealed in the walls/ceiling?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #10.

13. Is any of the work required to be performed by US citizens (cleared or uncleared)?

USAID/Egypt Answer: No. However, all contractors will be escorted. Background checks will be done on everyone.

14. What is the procedure and estimated timeline to grant access to local and third country national personnel working on-site?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Since this is a long term project which will require more than 30 days, all the contractors will be required to have an access request. The Regional

Security Office (RSO) will perform a background check on all the contractors before they start their work.

15. In terms of dedicated site supervisors, please confirm only a Project Manager and Lead Installer are required, and that they can fulfill safety and quality control duties.

USAID/Egypt Answer: Full time and qualified project manager and site superintendent are required for project management, safety and QA/QC duties. See OBO specs on qualification of fire protection system personnels.

16. If a NICET III Fire Alarm Technician performs periodic milestone inspections on-site, would NICET I or II be acceptable for the Project Manager position?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Project managers must have relevant experience. NICET certifications do not apply to project management.

17. We noticed that there is no Bill of quantity BOQ, will USAID provide it?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See bid documents for BOQ.

18. In the absence of itemized or detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQ), what is the calculation USAID/Egypt Answer: See bid documents for BOQ.

19. method used so that we can submit multiple invoices for partial payments?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Contractor is to provide payment schedule after award for approval.

20. All drawings are in PDF format; will USAID provide the DWG format files?

USAID/Egypt Answer: DWG format will be made available to the winning contractor.

Only dwg file not available is the garage.

21. The dimensions and size of the server room are not clear in the attached drawings, please specify the size or dimensions of the room to calculate the FM200.

USAID/Egypt Answer:

Main server room dimensions ( FM-200 System 1):

W= 7.34 m L= 10.60 m H= 2.95 m ( to the false ceiling level)

Small server room dimensions ( FM-200 System 2):

W= 2.74 m L= 3.02 m H= 2.95 m ( to the false ceiling level)

22. The dimensions and size of the Kitchen hood are also required to calculate the FM200, please specify.

USAID/Egypt Answer: Kitchen hood is to be removed from solicitation.

23. The interface between the fire alarm monitoring and controlling models will require the presence of other parties such as elevator vendors, HVAC equipment, fire doors, and any other system controlled or monitored by the fire alarm system during project execution, how will contact the vendors?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Interface of building safety systems are already in place. USAID uses Miraco Carrier, Roma Trading Services and Korra Energies as HVAC vendors. The elevator vendor is OTIS.

24. Will all existing cables and pipes be replaced, or is it possible to use the current cables if they are good?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #11.

25. Will all the current sensors and devices be replaced, or is it possible to use the existing ones if they are good?

USAID/Egypt Answer: All new fire alarm devices compatible to Notifier system.

26. Will the Fire alarm system be linked to the BMS system, or to any other systems?

USAID/Egypt Answer: No. See drawings for other building system interface.

27. Should we only use the Notifier brand?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes.

28. We request to extend the closing date to be 23rd May 2024.

USAID/Egypt Answer: The deadline for receipt of offers has been extended to July 01, 2024.

29. There is no itemized or detailed Bill of quantity (BOQ), is USAID will provide the BOQ?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See bid documents for BOQ.

30. Is replacing the sound system and speakers within the scope of work? And what is the proposed brand?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes, and only audible devices connected to the fire alarm systems.

There is a standalone paging system which is not in the scope. See OBO spec for audible and visual requirements. They must be compatible with Notifier.

31. Is the remote LCD Annunciator (Repeater panel) within the scope of work?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes. Add one in the Security Room (BT09) in Basement.

32. Will USAID provide the drawing in DWG format files? As the dimensions of the Kitchen hood and server room are required to calculate the FM200?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #20 and 21.

33. The total number of fire alarm monitoring and controlling modules are require to connect the new system to existing system such as elevators, smoke fans, pressurizing fans, HVAC equipment, fire doors, and any other systems controlled or monitored by the fire alarm system?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See bid documents for additional information.

34. Are there any interface modules are require to communicate with other systems?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #26.

35. Is it ok to use the existing cables and pipes?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #11.

36. There are many American brands of Fire alarm systems available in Egypt, so should we only use the Notifire brand?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #1.

37. Questions item missing information

Overhaul the electric fire pump rated at 155PSI@750gpm including new wear rings, bearing, packing, packing glands and associated hardware.

pump model number and brand video showing pump condition

Peerless 4AEF12

Replace the faulty 6-inch flow meter (Gerand Flanged K-750-6) and 6-inch OS&Y valve flanged connection downstream of the flow meter.

flow meter and valve quantity and place vendor list for needed valves

See descriptions for quantity.

Equipment must be UL or FM listed and compatible to the fire pump.

Replace the electric fire pump controller with automatic transfer switch (ats) with ul listed soft start fire pump controller and ats per NFPA 20 and section 13921. Existing fire pump controller is Firetrol FTA1350-AE100F-AH-AY-GZ-PB-PE-R-T-TE- ED-X model rated at 380v450v. The existing electric motor is marathon wye delta start at 100hp rated at 190/380v and 50hz. The existing ATS model is Firetrol FTA900-BL260F.

Replace all pressure gauges. BOQ for needed gauges with specs

Equipment must be UL or FM listed and compatible to the fire pump.

Install coupling guard.

Replace 3/4-inch casing relief valve.

Replace Jockey pump and Jockey controller.

Existing Jockey pump is 7.5 hp rated at 380v415v.

The existing Jockey pump controller model is Firetrol FTA500L-BF07F-BJ-BN-GZ-R-T rated at 380v-415v, 3ph and 50Hz.

specs of the new jockey pump vendor list for needed pump

Contact pump manufacture for approved vendors.

Extend existing diesel fire pump exhaust to outside of the building. Approximately 100 feet of pipe run.

Install insulations on exhaust pipe per section 13921, 2.5 a 3 and 4. Seal penetrations with ul listed 2-hour fire stopping.

Removed from scope.

Replace wiring with proper gauge between the engine controller and fire pump controller. The existing diesel fire pump model is Grundfos HSEF 4-

12. Existing diesel engine is Clarke JU4H-UF24. And the fire pump controller model is Firetrol FTA1100- JL12N rated at 220v240v.

wiring gauge wiring length type of conduit needed

The wire gauge must be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Run rigid conduit.

Install flexible connection and sight glass on raw water discharge.

connection diameter

The connection size must be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Install secondary containment to existing single wall diesel fuel tank. Add low fuel level switch.

Install lockable ball valve on the supply line, drain on bottom of tank. Terminate all vents to outside of the building.

tank dimensions:

Diesel fire pump tanks:

Main:

W= 60Cm L= 160 H = 60 Cm

Secondary:

W= 75 Cm L= 150 H = 150 Cm Water tank dimensions:

Vent pipe is removed from scope

Replace 1.5-inch hoses located outside including the ones serving the garage.

Removed from SOW

Cistern:

1. Install Vortex plate per NFPA 20 and NFPA 22 for the fire pump suction in cistern.

2. Drain the cistern and thoroughly clean inside.

cistern/water tank dimensions:

Two chambers each = 290 cubic meters

Replace all pressure gauges. BOQ for needed gauges with specs

Equipment must be UL or FM listed and compatible to the fire pump.

Lubricate and exercise all OS&Y valves. Replace the ones in stair 1 on the 3rd floor and in garage.

BOQ for valves need maintenance BOQ for valves need replacement with specs and vendor list

Equipment must be UL or FM listed and compatible to the fire pump.

Replace flow switch serving penthouse elevator machine room in stair 1.

flow switch specs and vendor list

Equipment must be UL or FM listed and compatible to the fire pump.

Flush the sprinkler piping in lower penthouse and elevator machine room on roof and in garage.

piping network detailed drawing with pipe sizing

See descriptions for information.

Sprinkler spacing exceeded the maximum allowed per NFPA 13 in maintenance shop in garage; fitness center, 2 offices in AFMC space; 2 offices and open cubical in simple space; corridor in COE space;

corridor in NAMRU space on basement level;

northeast corner office, Ismailia Conference Room;

copy center on 2nd floor; office across from Saqqara conference room on the 3rd floor.

drawings for old positions including piping network drawings for new positions

See descriptions for information.

Area missing sprinkler coverage: SIC closet, storage room (BG19), walk-in freezer and cooler in cafeteria storage on basement level, 2 offices in SIMPLE space, kitchen in COE space and cafeteria kitchen on the 1st floor.

detailed drawing for sprinklers with dimensions

See descriptions for information

Sprinkler missing cover plates in the following area:

supply room, post #4, new security CCTV room, Red Sea Conference Room, corridor in medical unit, corridor outside freight elevator, cafeteria storage, FSN medical unit on basement level, NAMRU-3 office, corridor from stair 1 to south exit, corridor to southwest exit, corridor outside freight elevator on the 1st floor, open cubical space outside Sinai Conference Room on the 2nd floor, open space outside northeast corner office, corridor in 219.20 areas, Dahab Conference Room on the 3rd floor, passenger elevator lobby, open cubical west of passenger elevators, open cubical south of stair 1.

cover plates needed quantity existing sprinkler type, brand and model number chrome two-piece escutcheon plates.

See descriptions for information

Extend upright sprinkler to within 12-inch from the ceiling in mechanical room on basement level.

sprinklers quantity sprinklers piping diameter current space between sprinkler and ceiling

See descriptions for information.

Replace damaged sprinkler in kitchen on the 1st floor.

sprinklers quantity

See descriptions for information.

Replace upright sprinkler installed at pendent position in acc space on the 1st floor.

BOQ for needed valves with specs and vendor list

See descriptions for information.

Relocate sprinklers less than 6 feet apart in RSO office on the 1st floor.

drawings for old positions piping network including pipe sizing drawings for new positions

See descriptions for information.

Install valve supervisory switches on valves serving the diesel fire pump.

valves quantity need supervisory switch distance between valves and nearest fire alarm device

See descriptions for information.

FM-200 Systems room dimensions and height room drawing including cylinder place See response to question #21.

Ansul Kitchen Hood Suppression System

Fire Extinguishers

Fire Alarm Systems BOQ for needed devices FACP detailed specs (number of loops needed) detailed drawing for old network and devices detailed drawing for new positions with dimensions

See descriptions for information.

38. Are there any phasing requirements for the work? Is the goal to complete multiple floors concurrently, or one at a time?

USAID/Egypt Answer: The building will be occupied during business hours and the goal is to maintain a working fire alarm system. A detailed construction schedule including phasing must be approved prior to starting any work. Shutdown of any fire protection systems must notify building management and security and is subject for approval.

Contractor must draw fire watch in affected areas. The fire protection systems must be back in service at the end of the work.

39. To further clarify on Section D paragraph V, since the building is occupied and the work is almost entirely in occupied areas, please confirm the intent of this project will be for the work to be performed outside of normal business hours. Additionally, please advise what the allowable work days and hours are (i.e. Sunday-Friday 1700-0700).

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes. Normal work hours for the contractor will be Sunday to Thursday, from 18:00 - 06:00. On Fridays, Saturdays and official holidays, the contractor will have 24 hour access. The contractor will be required to coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative regarding working on weekends and holidays.

40. Is any type of guarantee required as part of this contract (bond, irrevocable letter of credit, etc.)?

USAID/Egypt Answer: No.

41. Regarding the FM-200 detection and notification system for the server room and COE service room, can you advise on the size of the rooms? Also, what type of panel is required/desired for this system?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #21. The panels must be listed for releasing and are compatible with Notifier.

42. Reusing the existing wire will be challenging due to the requirement to have 100% coverage at all times. Can this coverage requirement be waived, on occasion, in order to utilize the existing wiring? This can be coordinated and phased to minimize disruption in-advance of the work starting on-site.

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #41.

43. Regarding section h Fire Alarm Systems starting on page 17, is it possible to provide more defined quantities? If not, what about as-built fire alarm drawings?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See descriptions and drawings provided for information.

44. Spec section 283115 Addressable Fire Alarm Systems (page 35 of 108) paragraph 1.1.A.3 states “Fire alarm control unit (FACU) and all network interfaces for all buildings protection within the compound”. If we are supposed to tie in elsewhere, we need more information regarding the existing system in other buildings and throughout the compound. Is there an existing Notifier system we are to report back to, or is this to be a standalone localized system?

USAID/Egypt Answer: It will be a standalone localized system.

45. Request for AutoCAD drawings.

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #20.

46. Theater/Meeting Room Layout: Please provide drawing (CAD) depicting the finalized layout of the area designated into a theater or meeting room. This drawing should incorporate any relevant architectural updates.

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #20.

47. Hood System Removal Confirmation: Please confirm the deletion of the hood system from the project scope. If removal is confirmed, clarification is needed on whether the physical system needs to be decommissioned and removed from the site.

USAID/Egypt Answer: Confirm, this work has been removed from the SOW, however the hood system will remain in place.

48. FM-200 System and Above-Ceiling Void: Please inform if the FM-200 fire suppression system needs to be considered in the above-ceiling void space. If so, replacement of FM- 200 nozzles, piping, and containers for each system will be necessary.

USAID/Egypt Answer: Contractor is responsible for designing a code complaint system including properly sizing and locating nozzles and pipe.

49. Diesel Exhaust Piping Confirmation:

Please confirm if any modifications are required for the existing diesel exhaust piping. If no modifications are planned for this system, please confirm removal of it from the project scope.

USAID/Egypt Answer: Removed from SOW.

50. Access to Above-Ceiling Void space:

Please inform if there are any existing access points to the above-ceiling void space, especially above the 4th floor open office.

USAID/Egypt Answer: 9 access panels on the 4th floor; 1 access panel on 3rd and 2nd floor; 10 access panels on the 1st floor and 2 access panels on basement level.

51. We noticed that there is no Bill of quantity BOQ, will USAID provide it?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #30.

52. In the absence of itemized or detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQ), what is the calculation method used so that we can submit multiple invoices for partial payments?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #19.

All drawings are in PDF format; will USAID provide the DWG format files?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #20.

53. The dimensions and size of the server room are not clear in the attached drawings, please specify the size or dimensions of the room to calculate the FM200.

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #21.

54. The dimensions and size of the Kitchen hood are also required to calculate the FM200, please specify.

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #21.

55. What is the number of sprinklers will be replaced?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See bid documents for BOQ.

56. What is the number of sprinklers will be add?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See bid documents for BOQ.

57. What are the specifications of the sprinklers?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Match existing.

58. The interface between the fire alarm monitoring and controlling models will require the presence of other parties such as elevator vendors, HVAC equipment, fire doors, and any other system controlled or monitored by the fire alarm system during project execution, who will contact the vendors? And who will pay for them?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #23. It is the contractor's responsibility to hire subcontractors for any work.

59. Will the links between the fire alarm system and the BMS system be resumed?

USAID/Egypt Answer: There is no link.

60. Will the links between the fire alarm system and the Natural Gas systems be resumed?

USAID/Egypt Answer: There is no link.

61. The gas company will need to be present during commissioning, who will pay the costs?

USAID/Egypt Answer: It is the contractor's responsibility to hire subcontractors for any work.

62. Are the Natural Gas detectors will be replaced?

USAID/Egypt Answer: No.

63. Will all existing cables and pipes be replaced, or is it possible to use the current cables if they are good?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #11.

64. Will all the current sensors and devices be replaced, or is it possible to use the existing ones if they are good?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #25

65. Should we only use the Notifier brand, there are many American brands in the local market such as Simplex can we use it?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #1.

66. Is the kitchen hood will be connected to the fire alarm system? As it is discussed at site visit that the firefighting work of the kitchen hood is out of scope.

USAID/Egypt Answer: Provide two monitor modules for kitchen hood monitoring. The existing hood must be monitored by the fire alarm system.

67. Is the civil work (removing of false ceiling, demolition, etc.) included in the scope of work?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes.

68. Please provide the equipment information for the fire pumps (electric, diesel & jockey) and their controllers.

USAID/Egypt Answer:

i. Pumps manufacturer and model for (electric, diesel & jockey).

Electric fire pump: Peerless 4AEF12 Diesel fie pump: Grundfos HSEF 4-12 with Clark engine Jockey pump: JP Marathon 7.5 HP Model 1303017101

ii. Engine and electrical motor manufacturer and model for (electric, diesel & jockey).

Electric fire pump: Marathon 7C 404TSTDS4017APW Diesel fie pump: Clark engine JU4H-UF24 Jockey pump: Franklin Electric 7.5 HP 1303017101

iii. Control panel manufacturer and model for (electric, diesel & jockey).

Electric fire pump: Firetrol FTA1350-AE100F Diesel fie pump: Firetrol FTA500L-BF07F Jockey pump: Firetrol FTA900-BL260F

iv. Please provide the Flow by GPM and head by PSI of the jockey pump.

Jockey pump shall be sized per NFPA 20 based on interior piping system.

69. Regarding the smoke and heat detectors, shall we replace it with the existing configuration without any more detectors?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Review bid documents and OBO spec for placement.

70. Will the Tamper and flow switches be replaced?

USAID/Egypt Answer: No.

71. Regarding the standpipe system, it is noted that the firefighting cabinets don’t include hoses. Is it required to supply and install new cabinets?

USAID/Egypt Answer: No.

72. Is it required to supply new fire extinguishers the same as existing?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Fire extinguisher to match existing and OBO standards.

Contractor must submit fire extinguisher product data sheets for approval prior to ordering.

73. For the area that is proposed to be a theater, is the configuration of the sprinklers will be modified to suit the use of the area?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes.

74. What are the specifications of the announcement and Voice call message?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Review bid documents and OBO spec for information.

75. Will the speakers be replaced?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Must be compatible with Notifier system

76. Will the amplifiers be replaced?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Must be compatible with Notifier system

77. Is there any modification for the fire alarm automatic call?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Review bid documents and OBO spec for information.

78. Will the wiring and conduit be replaced as part of this project?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #11.

79. What is the required integration with other systems such as HVAC, fans, and elevators?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See response to question #23.

80. Could you please provide the drawings for these systems, including the single-line diagram and cause-and-effect chart?

USAID/Egypt Answer: See bid documents and OBO spec for information.

81. Is civil work and repair finishing within our scope of work?

USAID/Egypt Answer: Yes.

Request for Quotation: 72026324Q00002

SECTION D – STATEMENT OF WORK

USAID/Egypt Fire Protection System Upgrade

1. Purpose:

The purpose of this contract is to correct deficiencies of existing fire protection systems, replace existing simplex fire alarm system with a notifier fire alarm system, and upgrade kitchen hood suppression system at the USAID/Egypt location in Cairo, Egypt.

2. Background and General Information:

a. The USAID facility in Cairo consists of four stories plus basement, penthouse and garage.

b. The building is protected by a wet sprinkler system and standpipe systems boosted by electric and diesel fire pumps. A Simplex 4100u voiced/emergency evacuation fire alarm system provides detection and notification throughout the building. Server rooms are protected by FM-200 clean agent suppression systems. In addition, an Ansul kitchen hood wet chemical suppression system protects the kitchen equipment.

c. Currently the building is occupied by USAID/Egypt. As such, the authority of jurisdiction is the Department of State (DOS) overseas buildings operations (OBO/Fire) fire protection.

d. The project is sensitive but unclassified.

e. Contractor must provide all required equipment, programming, and software to provide specified system operation whether specifically indicated or not and to provide complete and fully operational systems.

f. Locations for all speakers, strobe lights, pull stations, junction boxes and terminal cabinets must be coordinated with lights, HVAC ductwork and registers, sprinkler piping and other ceiling fixtures.

g. All new wiring and circuit must be provided in electrical metallic tubing or other approved conduit even concealed behind the soffit. Minimum trade size is 3/4 inches.

In areas without ceilings, conduit must be installed as unobtrusively as possible, as close as practical to the floor/ceiling slab, and following the structural elements.

h. All visual alarm strobe and combination audible/visual units will be mounted per NFPA 72 and ADA requirements.

i. Install smoke detector minimum 3 feet away from an air diffuser and/or return air opening.

j. Wiring must be the following:

Signaling Line Circuits (SLC): Style 4.0 (Class B).

Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC): Style Y (Class B).

k. A factory certified fire pump representative must be present at the initial pump start up and final commissioning.

l. All wall and floor penetrations must be core drilled. Prior to core drill, scanning the walls by using ground penetrating radar in order to avoid cutting thru rebars and other structural elements. Require all systems for maintaining the required fire resistance ratings at penetrations of fire resistance rated assemblies to be installed per their listing and the manufacturer's installation instructions. All walls are minimum 1 hour rated.

Seal the openings with full thickness of fire stopping per details shown on drawings.

m. Contractor is responsible for avoiding all conflicts with storage, lighting fixtures, diffusers, grills, ducts, conduit and other piping and other obstructions encountered.

n. Sprinkler design density: light hazard (0.10gpm/ft2 over 1500) in offices, safe haven, corridors and guard booth; ordinary hazard (0.15gpm/ft2 over 1500) in storage and mechanical rooms.

o. Install listed schedule 40 black steel piping for all sprinkler systems uno. for piping 3" and above, schedule 10 is permitted.

p. The facility is located in a seismic zone. Provide required bracing, flex couplings, and clearance per NFPA 13.

q. See hanger detail 3 on sheet fp02. in accordance with NFPA 13, 9.3.5.5.10 and 9.3.6.5, lateral bracing and branch line restraint may be eliminated. If hanger methods deviate from detail 3, then provide required seismic bracing per NFPA 13, or engineering judgment from product manufacture.

r. Provide means that the contractor must furnish and install complete and ready for intended use.

s. All drawings are complementary and must be used in combination to obtain complete construction information. the contractor must coordinate all drawings.

t. Any conflicts between specifications and drawings must be brought to the COR's attention. The contractor(s) must not proceed with any work, except at their own risk, until clarifications of the conflicts are issued to the contractor(s) by the COR.

u. All damage to walls, ceilings and floors from penetrations, removals, installations or other actions by the contractor must be patched, repaired and painted with new materials by the contractor to match adjacent work whether specifically noted or not.

v. The facility will be occupied during construction. The contractor must keep the existing fire alarm system in operation. Provide fire watch during any system down time and notify USAID in writing 24 hours in advance. all work in occupied areas must be done after hours.

w. Notify engineer of record 14 days in advance for inspection, hydrostatic tests, fire pump, fire alarm, FM-200 and kitchen hood commissioning and finals. All tests must be witnessed by COR and OBO Representative.

x. Submit record of completion for the fire alarm system and sprinkler system to COR for approval per specifications.

3. Payment Schedule:

Payments will be made in US Dollars.

The payment schedule for this contract is as follows:

[to be filled in at time of award]

4. Invoices and Payment Office:

The Contractor may submit a voucher for payment upon completion of the deliverable(s) outlined in the statement of work.

Electronic submission of invoices is required: acctspayableegypt@usaid.gov .

The SF-1034 (Public Voucher for Purchases and Services Other Than Personal) must be signed, and it must be submitted along with the invoice and any other documentation in Adobe (PDF). Subject line shall read Award No. and name of firm [to be filled in at time of award].

5. Contracting Officer Representative:

The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will be designated by letter from the Contracting Officer (CO) to the Contractor.

[Name of the COR will be inserted at the time of award]

6. Key Personnel:

Key personnel are considered to be essential to the work being performed hereunder. Prior to replacing any of the specified individuals, the Contractor must notify both the CO and the COR reasonably in advance and must submit written justification (including proposed substitutions) in sufficient detail to permit evaluation of the impact on the contract. No replacement may be made by the Contractor without the written approval of the COR.

One of the key personnel positions must be the Project Manager (qualified individual), who must be full-time and located on site in Egypt from the beginning of the fire alarm system installation through completion, commissioning, and acceptance. The Project Manager is responsible for construction management, scheduling and coordination and will be the single point of contact. At the contractor’s discretion, a Lead Installer can be identified as an additional key personnel position, or be the Project Manager and possess the additional required experience.

The following positions are designated as Key Personnel for this contract and are on full-time onsite basis:

Project Manager Lead Installer (Possible additional position as determined by contractor)

Below are the minimum required qualifications of the identified key personnel:

Project Manager:

- Possess qualifications that meet the referenced standard (NFPA 72).

- Possess a notarized copy of qualifying certificate (i.e., NICET III fire alarm system or fire protection engineer’s license).

- Possess a certificate from the manufacturer stating that he/she has received factory training on the equipment to be installed.

- Possess experience in construction management, scheduling and coordination.

Lead Installer:

- Minimum of five years hands-on experience in the requirements and installation of fire alarm systems.

This individual may or may not be the same person as the Project Manager (also referred to as the qualified individual) identified in NFPA 72 and the above paragraph. If the contractor chooses not to include the position of the Lead installer, the Project Manager must possess the additional required experience of the lead installer and will be responsible for all installation related duties.

7. Applicable Codes:

NFPA 13, STANDARD FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, 2016 EDITION

NFPA 14, STANDDARD FOR THE INSTALLATION OF STANDPIPE AND HOSE SYSTEMS 2019

EDITION, 2016 EDITION

NFPA 17A, STANDARD FOR WET CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS, 2017 EDITION

NFPA 20, STANDARD FOR THE INSTALLATION OF STATIONARY PUMPS FOR FIRE

PROTECTION, 2016 EDITION

NFPA 22, STANDARD FOR WATER TANKS FOR PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION, 2016 EDITION

NFPA 25, STANDARD FOR THE INSPECTION, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE OF WATER BASED

FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS, 2019 EDITION

NFPA 70, NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AS AMENDED BY OBO, 2017 EDITION

NFPA 72, NATIONAL FIRE ALARM CODE, 2016 EDITION

NFPA 2001, STANDARD ON CLEAN AGENT FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS, 2001 EDITION

INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2018 EDITION

8. Scope of Work:

a. Fire Pumps:

1. Overhaul the electric fire pump rated at 155PSI@750gpm including new wear rings, bearing, packing, packing glands and associated hardware.

2. Replace the faulty 6-inch flow meter (Gerand Flanged K-750-6) and 6-inch OS&Y valve flanged connection downstream of the flow meter.

3. Replace the electric fire pump controller with automatic transfer switch (ats) with ul listed soft start fire pump controller and ats per NFPA 20 and section 13921. Existing fire pump controller is Firetrol FTA1350-AE100F-AH-AY-GZ-PB-PE-R-T-TE-ED-X model rated at 380v- 450v. The existing electric motor is marathon wye delta start at 100hp rated at 190/380v and 50hz. The existing ATS model is Firetrol FTA900-BL260F.

4. Replace all pressure gauges.

5. Install coupling guard.

6. Replace 3/4-inch casing relief valve.

7. Replace Jockey pump and Jockey controller. Existing Jockey pump is 7.5 hp rated at 380v- 415v. The existing Jockey pump controller model is Firetrol FTA500L-BF07F-BJ-BN-GZ-R-T rated at 380v-415v, 3ph and 50Hz.

8. Extend existing diesel fire pump exhaust to outside of the building. Approximately 100 feet of pipe run. Install insulations on exhaust pipe per section 13921, 2.5 a 3 and 4. Seal penetrations with ul listed 2-hour fire stopping.

9. Replace wiring with proper gauge between the engine controller and fire pump controller.

The existing diesel fire pump model is Grundfos HSEF 4-12. Existing diesel engine is Clarke JU4H-UF24. And the fire pump controller model is Firetrol FTA1100-JL12N rated at 220v- 240v.

10. Install flexible connection and sight glass on raw water discharge.

11. Install secondary containment to existing single wall diesel fuel tank. Add low fuel level switch. Install lockable ball valve on the supply line, drain on bottom of tank. Terminate all vents to outside of the building.

12. See section 13921 - fire pump assemblies for additional information on testing and commissioning.

b. Standpipe:

1. Replace 1.5-inch hoses located outside including the ones serving the garage.

c. Cistern:

1. Install Vortex plate per NFPA 20 and NFPA 22 for the fire pump suction in cistern.

2. Drain the cistern and thoroughly clean inside.

d. Sprinkler system:

Make corrections to the following:

i. Replace all pressure gauges.

ii. Lubricate and exercise all OS&Y valves. Replace the ones in stair 1 on the 3rd floor and in garage.

iii. Replace flow switch serving penthouse elevator machine room in stair 1.

iv. Flush the sprinkler piping in lower penthouse and elevator machine room on roof and in garage.

v. Sprinkler spacing exceeded the maximum allowed per NFPA 13 in maintenance shop in garage; fitness center, 2 offices in AFMC space; 2 offices and open cubical in simple space;

corridor in COE space; corridor in NAMRU space on basement level; northeast corner office, Ismailia Conference Room; copy center on 2nd floor; office across from Saqqara conference room on the 3rd floor.

vi. Area missing sprinkler coverage: SIC closet, storage room (BG19), walk-in freezer and cooler in cafeteria storage on basement level, 2 offices in SIMPLE space, kitchen in COE space and cafeteria kitchen on the 1st floor.

vii. Sprinkler missing cover plates in the following area: supply room, post #4, new security CCTV room, Red Sea Conference Room, corridor in medical unit, corridor outside freight elevator, cafeteria storage, FSN medical unit on basement level, NAMRU-3 office, corridor from stair 1 to south exit, corridor to southwest exit, corridor outside freight elevator on the 1st floor, open cubical space outside Sinai Conference Room on the 2nd floor, open space outside northeast corner office, corridor in 219.20 areas, Dahab Conference Room on the 3rd floor, passenger elevator lobby, open cubical west of passenger elevators, open cubical south of stair 1.

viii. Extend upright sprinkler to within 12-inch from the ceiling in mechanical room on basement level.

ix. Replace damaged sprinkler in kitchen on the 1st floor.

x. Replace upright sprinkler installed at pendent position in acc space on the 1st floor.

xi. Relocate sprinklers less than 6 feet apart in RSO office on the 1st floor.

xii. Install valve supervisory switches on valves serving the diesel fire pump.

e. FM-200 Systems:

1. Design FM-200 detection and notification systems for server room and COE server room on the first floor including smoke detectors below drop ceilings and below raised floor, manual release stations, abort switches, HVAC shutdown, agent releasing, pre-discharge visual and audible notification and discharge alarm. Install warning signs. Cross zoned alarms must be incorporated into the design.

2. Disconnect and remove existing simplex releasing panels, all wiring, associated devices.

Existing fm-200 agent bottles, piping and nozzles remain.

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f. Ansul Kitchen Hood Suppression System:

1. Replace the kitchen hood suppression system with an ul 300 listed system.

g. Fire Extinguishers:

1. Provide 10 Ansul redline 5lbs fire extinguishers.

h. Fire Alarm Systems:

1. Replace existing Simplex 4100u voiced fire alarm system with notifier 3030 voiced emergency evacuation systems on a one for one basis. Reuse existing wiring is permitted.

During transfer, the building must maintain fire alarm coverage at all times.

2. Make the following corrections:

i. Add heater detectors in maintenance office in garage due to spacing.

ii. Add smoke detectors due to spacing in business center, motor pool on basement level, simple space, operation & maintenance contractor office on the 1st floor, around northeast corner office and Ismailia conference room on the 2nd floor and copy room on the 3rd floor.

iii. Provide visual coverage in classroom, bathrooms by prayer room on basement level, simple, AFMC, COE space on the 1st floor, Ismailia Conference Room on the 2nd floor, copy room and Beni Suef Conference Room on the 3rd floor, Program Office Conference Room and Fayoum Conference Room on the 4th floor.

iv. Provide smoke detector coverage in AFMC open spaces, SIMPLE open spaces on the 1st floor.

v. Install smoke detectors in UPS room.

vi. Install relays for HVAC shutdown.

vii. Install monitor modules for the two FM-200 systems.

viii. Provide monitoring modules for both fire pumps and associated valves.

ix. Shop drawings must be prepared by minimum NICET level III technician in fire alarm design.

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE July 2009

OVERSEAS BUILDING OPERATIONS

OBO STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

FIRE PUMP ASSEMBLIES 13921 - 1

SECTION 13921 - FIRE PUMP ASSEMBLIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies fire pumps, including but not limited to requirements for system components below:

1. Drive unit (diesel engine).

2. Fire Pump.

3. Pump controllers.

4. Fuel tank.

5. Batteries with charger.

6. Flow meter.

7. Skid assembly.

8. Piping.

9. Water tank.

10. Electrical/electronic control wiring.

B. Related Sections: Comply with applicable requirements of other Sections for work of this Section, and interfaces of related work of other Sections. In particular, comply with basic mechanical/material/method requirements, basic electrical requirements for mechanical equipment, and basic piping system materials/methods/ controls/supports/anchorages to extent more stringent requirements are not specified for work in this Section.

C. Related Work: Other Sections of these Contract Specifications indicate requirements for related work which is not work of this Section, except to the extent certain portions of such work are required for inclusion in the fire pump assemblies to be delivered as packaged units. Refer to the following related Sections:

1. Division 9 Section "Special Coatings."

2. Division 9 Section "Painting."

3. Division 13 Section "Fire Alarm Systems" and Sprinkler/Underground Piping Installation.

4. Division 15 Sections on labeling, identification, and signage.

5. Division 15 Section "Mechanical Insulation."

6. Division 15 Section "Fuel Handling."

7. Division 15 Section "Water Storage Tank."

8. Division 16 Sections for electrical provisions.

1.2 STANDARDS

A. General: Comply with applicable standards as indicated herein, and as required by governing authorities; refer to Section 01091, "Definitions and Standards" for general requirements to comply with applicable standards for work in this Section. The latest edition of the following industry standards contain provisions which are explicitly applicable to work of this Section.

1. “Approval Guide" by Factory Mutual (FM)

2. "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)

3. Standards by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), including the following:

a. NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

b. NFPA 20, Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection 2003 Edition.

c. NFPA 22, Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection.

d. NFPA 24, Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances.

e. NFPA 25, Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems.

f. NFPA 37, Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines 2002 Edition.

g. NFPA 70, National Electric Code 2002 Edition.

h. NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code 1999 Edition.

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. General: Provide skid-mounted, pre-fabricated fire pump assembly which is arranged and performs operationally in accordance with provisions of this Section, including each “Fire Pump Assembly Data Sheet” as attached hereto.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. General: For each prefabricated assembly, submit the following, in compliance with provisions of Section 01301, "Scheduling and Submittals" hereof, and in compliance with Contract Clauses and Conditions.

1. Product Data For each fire pump prefabricated assembly, submit (6) bound copies of product data to include, but not limited to, the following prepared information:

a. Manufacturer’s general plan and elevations of fabricated assembly, with each principal element of the unit indicated and dimensioned approximately to scale of not less than 1:20. Include separate plan of fabricated skid framing. List part numbers and weights of entire assembly.

b. 200mm x 250 mm (8" x 10") colored glossy photographs of each assembly from previously produced equivalent, if not identical assemblies.

c. Specific pump certified performance curves for each fire pump. Record head developed, pump efficiency, and brake horsepower required for full range of operation.

d. Four (4) copies of printed product literature for each of the principal component and sub-components installed in the assembly covering recommended installation, testing, operation, maintenance, trouble-shooting, special tools, service, spare parts, and similar user need-to-know information.

Include specific factory/field pressure settings for the pressure switches specific to installed equipment combination. Include base price lists, and ordering information for all replaceable parts. Include approved copy of factory pump curve, and drafts of field operating instructions; laminate and post on the inside of the fire pump controller door.

Provide instructions for, but not limited to setting mechanical and/or digital time clocks, solid state/mercoid pressure switches, pressure recorders, battery chargers, and pressure relief valves. Post and explain abbreviated and emergency start/stop procedures on universal language placard with simplified operator pump/controller orientation chart; include bright, contrasting, fluorescent, color-coded chart, with…