A04_Attachment 1_Statement of Work.docx

12639526Q0284, Attachment 1

STATEMENT OF WORK

For DESIGN–BUILD Services

1.0 PROJECT TITLE

Installation of livestock holding pens and chutes

2.0 PROJECT LOCATION

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) National Detector Dog Training Center (NDDTC) 360 International Park Newnan, GA 30265

3.0 PROJECT BACKGROUND

USDA’s response to the New World Screwworm (NWS) is a top priority. The National Detector Dog Training Center (NDDTC) plays a critical role in supporting the NWS program by ensuring USDA detector dog teams are properly trained and fully prepared for operational field conditions. Recent pilot activities in Texas confirmed the importance of exposing canine teams to realistic livestock environments—specifically interactions with cattle, sheep, and goats—to develop the competencies required for effective detection in real‑world scenarios. This acclimation is essential to strengthening USDA’s operational readiness and enhancing overall program performance.

To meet these training requirements, NDDTC must maintain goats onsite as core training aids. Providing appropriate livestock housing, fencing, shelter, drainage, and utility infrastructure is foundational not only for animal welfare but also for compliance with applicable facility and regulatory standards. Establishing reliable, well‑designed livestock enclosures ensures continuous access to realistic training environments, enabling canine teams to safely and consistently practice skills that mirror operational livestock settings.

APHIS PPQ NDDTC therefore seeks to construct the necessary infrastructure to support initial training and long‑term development of NWS detection canines and their handlers. The proposed facilities and resources will enable teams to build essential capabilities and confidence, ensuring they are prepared to meet emerging mission needs and adapt to evolving operational requirements within the NWS program.

4.0 PROJECT CONTACTS

APHIS Contracting Officer (CO) Jim Roloff

USDA, APHIS, MRPBS, AAMD

250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401-2329 Email: James.G.Roloff@usda.gov

APHIS Engineering Project Manager (EPM) Fikru Taye, PE

USDA, APHIS, ASD, ESB

1400 Independence Ave SW | 2614-S Washington, DC 20250 Email: Fikru.Taye@usda.gov

Program Project Manager (PPM):

Jakub Holmes National Detector Dog Training Center 360 International Park Newnan, GA 30265 Email:Jakub.Holmes@usda.gov>

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR):

Jennifer Anderson National Detector Dog Training Center 360 International Park Newnan, GA 30265 Email: jennifer.l.anderson@usda.gov>

5.0 SCOPE OF WORK

The purpose of this SOW is to procure Design-Build services for the construction of goat housing facilities, including perimeter fencing, livestock holding pens, chutes, shelter structures, and essential utilities, to safely maintain goats used as training aids for canine detection.

The Design-Build Contractor (Contractor) must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary to provide complete infrastructure in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as manufacturer specifications. This includes the design and construction of perimeter fencing, livestock holding pens, chutes, shelter structures, and essential utilities, to support NDDTC maintain goats used as training aids for canine. All construction must follow approved construction documents submittals. All work will be coordinated with the government to minimize disruptions to facility operations.

The Contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary to design, construct, and install fenced livestock enclosures, shelters, flooring, utilities, water systems, and a simulated chute‑training environment to support on‑site goat housing and NWS canine training detailed below.

6.0 DESIGN SCOPE

The Contractor will develop the overall design for livestock enclosures, fencing, shelters, flooring and drainage, utility connections, and the chute‑training environment. All design work must meet USDA standards, relevant codes, and manufacturer requirements.

6.1 Fencing & Livestock Enclosures

• Livestock‑grade perimeter fencing (Length =1,550 LF)

· Galvanized steel fencing or livestock‑rated woven wire.

· Pressure‑treated or steel posts, set in concrete.

· Corrosion‑resistant hardware

· Holding pens: (Qty =2)

· Pen 1: 80 ft × 190 ft

· Pen 2: 60 ft × 220 ft

· Chute system (chute area: 4 ft × 125 ft) for safe sorting and movement.

· Gate, location and layout for each pen:

· 4‑ft walk‑through gates (Qty =2)

· 10‑ft drive‑through gate (Qty =1)

· Specify durable, secure, livestock‑appropriate fencing and gate materials.

6.2 Shelter, Flooring & Drainage – Design Requirements

· Enclosed Shelters shall be designed to meet applicable design codes, and standards, construct one shelter within each pen (Qty = 2)

· Shelter will be enclosed with dimension 12 ft × 12 ft

· Shelter shall have two doors on the front side (contractor to recommend size for approval by USDA)

· Pre- Engineered Metal Building will be avoided to prevent excess heat gain (Contractor to recommend alternative)

· Shelter shall meet structural design code requirements, load requirements, weather‑resistant and structural performance

· Include passive ventilation (vents/windows), powered ventilation (heat‑removal fans).

· Provide electrical utility needs to support all ventilation systems.

· Design sanitary, dry flooring that supports routine cleaning and prevents moisture accumulation.

· Incorporate drainage/moisture‑control systems appropriate for livestock health.

6.3 Utilities & Water Supply – Design Requirements

· Provide electrical utility routing for fans, ventilation equipment, and shelter systems.

· Provide water supply lines to both pens.

· Provide design for 25 to 30-gallon water troughs connected directly to supply lines.

· Ensure routing avoids hazards and does not interfere with goat or handler movement.

6.4 Covered Training Area – Simulation Environment (refer to attachment 3)

· Provide layout for upgrading the 80 ft × 80 ft covered concrete area into a livestock‑simulation training zone.

· Design approximately livestock‑grade chute fencing.

· Design four simulated holding pens (10 ft × 10 ft each).

· Provide interconnected chute lanes reflecting realistic livestock‑flow patterns.

· Install 13 gates supporting controlled movement, training flexibility, and emergency egress. (contractor to recommend size and location for approval by USDA)

· Specify anchoring requirements for fencing and gates to concrete flooring.

· Ensure overall layout supports realistic livestock training simulations.

7.0 CONSTRUCTION SCOPE

The Contractor will furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary to provide complete infrastructure according to the construction document; design and specifications:

7.1 Fencing & Enclosures

· Construct 1,550 LF livestock‑grade fencing.

· Build two holding pens (Pen 1: 80 ft × 190 ft, Pen 2: 60 ft × 220 ft).

· Construct 300 LF chute system (chute area 10 ft × 125 ft).

· Install gates per pen: (2) 4‑ft walk‑through, (1) 10‑ft drive‑through.

· Use durable, secure livestock‑appropriate materials.

7.2 Shelters, Flooring & Drainage

· Construct two shelters, one inside each pen.

· Provide shelters built to 12 ft × 15 ft minimum interior dimensions with three enclosed sides (triangular).

· Ensure structures are weather‑resistant and provide adequate protection for goats.

· Install passive ventilation (vents/windows) and powered fans.

· Provide electrical utility service for all shelter systems.

· Install sanitary flooring that is dry, cleanable, and durable.

· Install drainage/moisture‑control systems suitable for livestock housing.

· Integrate electrical services and protect against water intrusion.

· Coordinate installation to avoid disruptions to facility operations.

7.3 Site Work

· Provide grading and drainage improvements as required.

· Restore disturbed areas to original condition.

· Provide concrete walkways.

· Provide concrete walkways to access training area

7.4 Utilities & Water Supply

· Install electrical utilities for fans and ventilation equipment.

· Provide water lines to both pens.

· Install and connect 25 to 30-gallon water troughs in each pen.

· Route utilities safely to avoid hazards and interference with goat/handler movement.

7.5 Covered Training Area – Simulation Environment

· Upgrade existing 80 ft × 80 ft covered concrete area.

· Install 1,500 LF livestock‑grade metal chute fencing.

· Construct four 10 ft × 10 ft simulated holding pens.

· Build interconnected chute lanes replicating livestock flow.

· Install 13 gates for access, movement control, and emergency egress.

· Anchor fencing and gates securely to concrete floor

8.0 OTHER PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

8.1 Prior to construction, the Contractor must submit manufacturer’s catalog, cut-sheets, and Shop drawings for review and approval. One set of shop drawings will be retained by the USDA-APHIS Engineering Branch.

8.2 The Contractor shall examine all the documents and visit the site to fully understand all the conditions and limitations applied to the work. The Contractor shall prepare and submit reports, bill of materials, product literature, drawings, specifications, quality control schedules, safety plan and construction costs.

8.3 The Contractor shall comply with national codes, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, and federal, state, and local laws.

8.4 The Contractor shall ensure no service interruption occurs during construction. Coordinate staging area with security and access for delivery and storage of material and equipment.

8.5 The Contractor is responsible for safety and shall comply with all local labor laws, regulations, customs and practices pertaining to labor, safety and similar matters.

8.6 The Contractor shall at all times keep the work area free from accumulation of waste materials. Upon completing construction, the Contractor shall hand over project site in a clean and orderly condition acceptable to the COR.

8.7 Work Hours are Monday through Friday from 07:00 AM to 3:30 PM, though extended hours and weekend work will be allowed as necessary.

8.8 All work outside of the mentioned days and hours will be approved by the Facilities Maintenance manager in writing, prior to entering the facility. This includes work during Federal holidays.

8.9 The Contractor and subcontractors must always present valid picture identification such as a driver’s license or a state identification card on the premises.

8.10 The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all vehicles have proper insurance and registration for accessing the facility

8.11 All work shall comply with Local and federal building codes, EPA SPCC regulations (as applicable).

8.12 Coordinate construction activity and phasing with NDDTC staff.

8.13 Contractor shall comply with USDA livestock‑housing and training‑environment standards.

8.14 Submit layout including staging area, access points, and construction phasing.

8.15 Comply with USDA requirements for livestock housing and training environments.

9.0 PROJECT DATA

Reference Standards:

The D-B will use all applicable Government and USDA standards, including but not limited to:

· USDA Facilities Design Standards

· USDA Directives (Engineering, Safety, Environmental, Real Property)

· OSHA 29 CFR 1910

· GSA Environmental Standards

Documents to be provided:

Existing site plan, As-Built drawings (upon request, if available)

10.0 PROJECT DELIVERABLES

· 65%,100% Design Packages

• Meeting minutes, comment logs

• PE-stamped drawings/specifications

• CAD and PDF final files

· Project closeout documentation, including, specifications, and as‑built documents upon project completion.

11.0 SUBMITTALs and DISTRIBUTION

65% Submittal:

• CO – electronic

• COR – 1 copy + electronic

• Program Manager – 1 copy + electronic

• EPM – 6 copies + electronic100% Backcheck: Same as 65% Final Turnover:

• CO – electronic w/Flash Drive

• COR – 1 copy + electronic w/Flash Drive

• PPM – 1 copy + electronic w/Flash Drive

• EPM – 2 copies + electronic w/Flash Drive

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