A04_RFQ_SOW_Hurricane_Window_Glass_Replacement_.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

Construction / Glazing Services

Hurricane Impact Window Glass Replacement

Aransas National Wildlife Refuge

1. General:

1.1 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, 1

Wildlife Circle, Austwell, Texas 77950, requires the replacement of damaged hurricane-resistant insulated glass units at multiple refuge facilities. The work consists of furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, supervision, and incidentals necessary to remove and replace five (5) impact-resistant glass units located at multiple buildings at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. The glass pieces are identified on the approved shop drawings with the individual pieces of glass highlighted in yellow. There is both store front and curtain wall. Windows need to be replaced like for like and no alternate products, only what is called out on the attached shop drawings.

The affected windows are identified in the refuge window plans as follows:

• Elevation 2.01 – one (1) window

• Elevation 2.02 – two (2) windows

• Elevation 2.22 – one (1) window

• Elevation 2.24 – one (1) window

The contractor shall replace all five glass units during a single mobilization whenever practicable.

1.2 Purpose/End Application:

The purpose of this project is to restore the integrity, weather resistance, energy efficiency, and hurricane protection capabilities of refuge facilities through replacement of damaged impact-resistant glazing systems.

Successful completion of this project will ensure refuge facilities remain protected from severe weather events and maintain safe occupancy for employees, volunteers, and visitors.

1.2 Contractor Qualifications:

The contractor shall:

1) Demonstrate experience installing and replacing commercial impact-resistant glazing systems.

2) Have experience working with insulated hurricane-rated glass assemblies.

3) Be capable of furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, lifts, sealants, transportation, and disposal services necessary to complete the work.

4) Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety requirements.

5) Utilize technicians trained and qualified in commercial glazing installation.

1.4 Other:

The replacement glazing shall match the existing system design and performance requirements shown in the approved window shop drawings.

Replacement glass shall be impact-resistant insulated laminated glazing meeting the original specifications identified in the plans.

All dimensions shall be field verified by the contractor prior to fabrication and ordering of glass.

2. Place of Performance and Period of Performance

2.1 Location:

Aransas National Wildlife Refuge 1 Wildlife Circle Austwell, TX 77950.

2.2 Performance start and end date:

Performance shall begin upon contract award and completion of required measurements and submittals.

All replacement glass shall be fabricated, delivered, installed, and accepted within 180 calendar days of award unless otherwise approved by the Government.

2.3 Normal duty hours Monday thru Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. In the event of emergencies, Contractor shall provide contact information.

2.4 Non-duty hours include week nights, weekends, and Government holidays.

3. Scope

3.1 The contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, transportation, equipment, materials, glazing components, sealants, and disposal services necessary to replace five

(5) hurricane-resistant insulated glass units.

At a minimum, the contractor shall:

1) Verify field dimensions prior to ordering replacement glass.

2) Furnish replacement insulated laminated impact-resistant glass assemblies matching the existing system configuration and performance requirements.

3) Coordinate fabrication of all replacement glass units.

4) Remove damaged glazing without causing damage to surrounding framing systems.

5) Install replacement glazing in accordance with manufacturer specifications and industry standards.

6) Replace all required gaskets, sealants, setting blocks, and associated glazing materials necessary for a complete installation.

7) Ensure weather-tight installation of all replacement units.

8) Protect adjacent building finishes during removal and installation activities.

9) Remove and properly dispose of all debris and damaged glass.

10) Restore affected work areas to a clean condition upon completion.

11) Notify the Government immediately of any unforeseen conditions affecting cost or schedule.

12) Coordinate access and scheduling with refuge personnel to minimize disruption to refuge operations.

4. Deliverables and/or Delivery Schedule

4.1 The contractor shall provide:

1) Five (5) installed hurricane-resistant insulated glass replacement units.

2) Manufacturer documentation verifying glazing specifications.

3) Product warranty information.

4) Documentation identifying materials installed.

5) Final inspection and acceptance walk-through with Government representatives.

4.2 Contractor shall furnish documentation in electronic format to the Government.

5. Data Management Plan (DMP)

5.1 Not Applicable.

6. Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) / Government-Furnished Information (GFI)

6.1 Government Furnished Information shall include window plans and shop drawings and site access coordination. No Government-Furnished Equipment is anticipated.

7. Evaluation and Acceptance

7.1 Government acceptance is contingent upon:

1) Completion of all contract requirements.

2) Successful installation of all five replacement glass units.

3) Verification that glazing matches project specifications.

4) Delivery of all required documentation.

5) Final inspection confirming the windows are weather-tight, damage-free, and fully operational.

8. Quality Control/Quality Assurance

8.1 All work shall conform to manufacturer specifications, applicable building codes, and accepted commercial glazing industry standards.

9. Technical Coordinator

9.1 Primary Technical Coordinator:

Andrew (Andy) Stetter andrew_stetter@fws.gov

(361) 349-1325

9.2 Secondary Technical Coordinator:

Santiago (Jr.) Munoz santiago_munoz@fws.gov

(830) 456-1763