A2 FS-SOW-Reverse Osmosis System.pdf

Superior National Forest – Reverse Osmosis System

Superior National Forest Reverse Osmosis System Scope of Work (SOW)

Dated April 2023

Background The Helibase crew office within the Superior National Forests has a need to install a reverse osmosis (RO) system to its drinking water system. Recent testing of the building’s water system has determined that the drinking water is unsafe to drink. Testing showed that high levels of copper and lead in the drinking water exceed the EPA maximum contaminant level. The drinking water also contains low pH levels that are outside the EPA recommended limits.

Helibase Crew Office

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.0 Description of Services:

The contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, personnel, transportation, materials, equipment, and supplies, except as otherwise specified, necessary to provide services at the Helibase crew office located at the Ely Municipal Airport in Ely, MN. All work shall be performed in accordance with this statement of work and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

2.0 Location and Description:

The project is located within the Superior National Forest at the Helibase crew office located at the Ely Municipal Airport in Ely, MN. The Ely Municipal Airport is located at the following address:

Ely Municipal Airport 1583 Highway 1 Ely, MN 55731

2.1 Accessibility:

The site is accessible by a paved driveway and parking lot. The driveway and parking lot are routinely cleared of snow during the winter months.

3.0 Performance Period:

This project is expected to be completed 45 days after the award of the contract.

4.0 Prework Conference:

Prior to commencement of work, the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) will schedule a meeting with the contractor to discuss the contract terms, work requirements and schedule. At the conference, the Contractor shall designate, in writing, the name and phone number of the Contractor’s on-site representative and their contract responsibilities and authority.

5.0 Contractor Representative:

Provide an onsite contract representative who will oversee the performance of the work specified in this contract. Designate in writing to the CO, the name of the contract representative and an alternate(s) who shall have the authority to authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. Notify the CO/COR at least 10 work days in advance of any subsequent change of personnel in this position. Replacement personnel shall have the same level or better experience as the person being replaced.

6.0 Government-Furnished Items:

Not applicable- Contractor shall be responsible for all materials, supplies and services.

7.0 Hours of Operation:

The contractor may work Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

8.0 Federal Holidays:

No work shall be performed on a Federal holiday.

9.0 Bio-Based Cleaning Products:

Not applicable

10.0 Qualifications Of Contractor Or Employees:

The Contractor and his/her employees shall be capable and experienced in the type of work mentioned below in section 13.0 Tasks. The on-site supervisor shall have experience and demonstrated ability in the tasks mentioned in section 13.0 Tasks. The Contractor shall provide a list of employees authorized to work under this contract.

11.0 Safety and General Requirements:

11.1 Safety

The Contractor shall comply with all Federal and State safety requirements for the type of work to be performed. Refer to the Occupation Safety and Health Standards (OSHA) for details of these and other safety requirements.

11.2 General

The Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to minimize and restore all construction impacts. All existing work and conditions impacted or modified by the contractor shall be replaced with like kind at the contractor’s expense.

11.2.1 Damages

All cutting, patching and repairs on systems shall be coordinated with COR at the weekly construction meeting in advance of the work. The Contractor is responsible to fix, and repair affected areas on un-approved work to the original condition or better.

11.2.2 Housekeeping

Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times. At the end of the work week a more thorough cleanup and policing shall be performed. All debris shall be removed and properly disposed.

11.2.3 Smoking

Smoking inside Forest Service buildings is prohibited, cigarette butts shall not be discarded on the ground.

12.0 Work Items:

It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to identify all work elements and determine dimensions and generate quantities to bid the project accordingly. If any missing elements or deviations are discovered, please bring to the attention of the CO prior to submitting bid package. All measurements are approximate. The contractor shall verify all dimensions in the field and generate their own quantities for work provided. Any and all incidental items not specifically listed in this contract are to be included in the bid to provide to the government a finished operating end product.

Existing conditions:

Existing water system consists of a filtration system, UV purification system and water softening system. The system serves an average of 8 personnel and during peak usage may serve up to 15 personnel.

Photo of Existing System

General:

Furnish and install whole office reverse osmosis system. The finished product shall be a fully operational reverse osmosis system that services the entire Helibase crew office and adequate amount of safe drinking water.

Work shall include connecting the RO system to the existing water system. This shall include rerouting of the water piping and/or any electrical connections or fittings needed to operate the RO system.

13.0 Tasks:

Costs associated with preparation, clean-up, and disposal shall be included in the following tasks.

13.1: Furnish and install whole office reverse osmosis system.

Photos

Helibase Water Line Schematic