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Statement of Work (SOW) Renovation of Jamie L. Whitten PMC Restroom Facilities

Contract Number: TBD Requisition Number: 861288

Prepared: 10 May 2017

Renovating restroom facilities to meet Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) guidelines at:

Jamie L. Whitten Plant Materials Center (PMC) 2533 County Road 65 Coffeeville, MS 38922 Point of contact: Alayna Jacobs, Manager. Phone: 662.675.2588 extension 110 PMC is located seven miles west of Coffeeville on Highway 330 West, Yalobusha County, Mississippi.

Site Visit The Government has scheduled a one-time only site visit so Interested Parties can visually observe the actual project location. Interested parties are highly encouraged to attend this event. However, it is not required to submit a quote.

No exceptions shall be granted or honored by the Government to any entity, which requests to view the project location separately following the conclusion of the firm, scheduled, one-time site visit. If interested, prospective contractors shall use the following information to attend the site visit.

Site Visit Details

See SF-1449

Location Please call contacts listed below for directions or use GPS coordinates, as mapping programs list the incorrect PMC location.

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Mississippi Jamie L. Whitten Plant Materials Center (PMC) 2533 County Road 65 Coffeeville, MS 38922 *County: Yalobusha, MS **GPS Coordinates: 33.986762, -89.789132

Site Visit Points of Contact, Government Alayna Jacobs, Primary (Phone: 662.675.2588 ext 110) Jon Allison, Alternate (Phone: 662.675.2588 ext 118) Scott Crist (Phone: 317.295.5830)

List of projects

1. Renovate two restrooms in the main office to meet ADA and fixture efficiency guidelines.

2. Renovate two restrooms in the shop building to meet ADA and fixture efficiency guidelines.

Contractor stipulations

• Contractor must be currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), or be willing to register if awarded contract.

• Contractors shall perform repairs between 7:30 am and 4:30 pm on business days according to federal calendar.

Contractor may request additional hours by submitting a request in writing 24 hours in advance to Plant Materials Center manager (662.675.2588 ext 110; Alayna.jacobs@ms.usda.gov).

• Any subcontractors are prohibited from working unless contractor representative is on site to closely supervise work.

• No smoking is allowed on USDA property. If contractor employees smoke near PMC property (i.e., in county road), all cigarette butts must be disposed properly to satisfaction of COR.

• Any debris generated shall be deposited on a tarp or other receptacle to facilitate cleanup and not deposited directly on the ground. Remove all scrap, waste and debris on a daily basis from project area and dispose separately from PMC waste receptacles at contractor cost.

• Contractor shall use restroom facilities in shop building and not main office building (during shop restroom renovation, contractors must supply their own restroom facilities.

• Contractor shall provide specifications on materials used and warranty documentation to Contract Officer Representative (COR/Inspector) at completion of project.

• Contractor shall keep all project materials neat and orderly to satisfaction of COR.

• Contractor is responsible for verifying all estimated dimensions and compliance with energy and ADA guidelines.

General requirements Designs The design shall be in accordance with federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders and other legal requirements of public authorities that bear on performance of work; and, widely accepted industry standards, including but not limited to:

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• The International Code Council (ICC)

• Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), updated ADA Standards for Accessible Design Guidelines https://www.ada.gov/2010ADAstandards_index.htm

Protection

• The Contractor shall use every available precaution to provide for the safety of property owner, visitors to the site, and all connected with the work under the specification.

• All existing facilities both above and belowground should be protected and maintained free of damage.

• Existing facilities shall remain operating during the period of construction unless otherwise permitted. All access roadways must remain open to traffic unless otherwise permitted.

• Barricades shall be erected to fence off all construction areas from operations personnel.

Safety

• All application, material handling, and associated equipment shall conform to and be operated in conformance with OSHA safety requirements.

• Comply with federal, state, local and owner fire and safety requirements.

• Advise COR whenever work is expected to be hazardous to owner employees and/or operations.

• Maintain proper fire extinguisher within easy access whenever power tools or torches are being used.

• Examine substrates to verify that substrates and conditions are satisfactory for installation of new products or repairs. Repair substrates as required if needed. Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Start of work shall indicate acceptance of conditions.

Project Details

1. Renovate two restrooms in the main office to meet ADA and fixture efficiency guidelines.

Actions All dimensions, sizes, and materials are approximate. Contractor must verify dimensions. The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, facilities, expertise and supervision as necessary to renovate two restroom facilities. Specific requirements listed below, COR must approve all options in writing prior to installation.

1.1 Flooring & walls

https://www.ada.gov/2010ADAstandards_index.htm

• Remove tile from floor and walls

• Install ceramic tile 16 inches x 16 inches with sealed grouting on flooring http://www.homedepot.com/p/MARAZZI-Imperial-Slate-Rust-16-in-x-16-in-Ceramic-Floor-and-Wall- Tile-13-776-sq-ft-case-UF4Q/202072401

• Grout for tile should be mid to dark in color (provide samples to COR for approval).

• Install fiberglass-reinforced panels (FRP) or plastic paneling on walls behind and around toilets (install to height of all tile)

• If needed, install new sheet rock and paint to match color of bathroom (color is subject to approval by

COR)

1.2 Toilet

• Must conform to ADA requirements (height, levers, etc.) with total bathroom fixture arrangement

• White finish with plastic (not painted wooden) toilet seat

• Must be a Water Sense fixture for low water-use efficiency in white finish for commercial use

• Wall-mounted grab bars must be installed around toilet according to ADA requirements

• Toilet paper roll must conform to ADA recommended height measurements.

1.3 Faucet

• Must conform to ADA requirements (height, levers, etc.) with total bathroom fixture arrangement

• Silver or chrome finish

• Must be a Water Sense fixture for low water-use efficiency in white finish for commercial use

1.4 Vanity, mirror, and counter top

• Must conform to ADA requirements for height

• Provide samples of material and color options to COR for countertop

• Strip existing wooden cabinetry and stain to a darker color (if vanity meets ADA requirements)

• Replace cabinet pull fixtures with silver/chrome finish and provide samples to COR for selection

• If new vanity or sink is installed, white color should be used

• If new vanity or sink installed (old one removed), covered shelving must be included for restroom supply storage

• Paper towel and soap dispensers must be mounted at appropriate heights

• Replace mirror, mirror must meet height requirements for ADA guidelines

• Provide mirror samples to COR for approval (finishes in silver or chrome)

1.5 Install new water heater for main office use

• Install smaller unit to meet the needs of sinks in the conference room, restrooms, and kitchen

• Must be EnergyStar rated for energy efficiency

2. Renovate kitchen and conference room cabinetry, counter tops, and sinks

All dimensions, sizes, and materials are approximate. Contractor must verify dimensions. The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, facilities, expertise and supervision as necessary to renovate two restroom facilities. Specific requirements listed below, COR must approve all options in writing prior to installation.

2.1 Conference room

• Strip existing wooden cabinetry and stain to a darker color

• Replace cabinet pull fixtures (and closet door pulls in conference room) with silver/chrome finish and provide samples to COR for selection (matching restrooms)

• Provide samples of material and color options to COR for countertop (matching restrooms)

• Replace stainless steel faucets and hose sprayer with WaterSense faucet and sprayer

• Partially remove cabinetry to left of kitchen sink to install small stovetop/oven (white finish) with proper venting (options given to COR for approval)

3. Renovate two restrooms in the shop office to meet ADA and fixture efficiency guidelines.

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All dimensions, sizes, and materials are approximate. Contractor must verify dimensions. The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, facilities, expertise and supervision as necessary to renovate two restroom facilities. Specific requirements listed below, COR must approve all options in writing prior to installation.

3.1 Flooring & walls

• Remove tile from floor and walls

• Install ceramic tile 16 inches x 16 inches with sealed grouting on flooring http://www.homedepot.com/p/MARAZZI-Imperial-Slate-Rust-16-in-x-16-in-Ceramic-Floor-and-Wall- Tile-13-776-sq-ft-case-UF4Q/202072401

• Grout for tile should be mid to dark in color (provide samples to COR for approval).

• Install fiberglass-reinforced panels (FRP) or plastic paneling on walls behind and around toilets (install to height of all tile)

• If needed, install new sheet rock and paint (color is subject to approval by COR; paint should be low VOC certified)

3.2 Toilet

• Must conform to ADA requirements (height, levers, etc.) with total bathroom fixture arrangement

• White finish with plastic (not painted wooden) toilet seat

• Must be a Water Sense fixture for low water-use efficiency in white finish for commercial use

• Wall-mounted grab bars must be installed around toilet according to ADA requirements

• Toilet paper roll must conform to ADA recommended height measurements.

3.3 Faucet

• Must conform to ADA requirements (height, levers, etc.) with total bathroom fixture arrangement

• Silver or chrome finish

• Must be a Water Sense fixture for low water-use efficiency in white finish for commercial use

3.4 Vanity, mirror, and counter top

• Must conform to ADA requirements for height

• Provide samples of material and color options to COR for counter

• Strip existing wooden cabinetry and stain to a darker color (if vanity meets ADA requirements)

• Replace cabinet pull fixtures with silver/chrome finish and provide samples to COR for selection

• If new vanity or sink is installed, white color should be used

• If new vanity or sink installed (old one removed), covered shelving must be included for restroom supply storage

• Paper towel and soap dispensers must be mounted at appropriate heights

• Replace mirror, mirror must meet height requirements for ADA guidelines

• Provide mirror samples to COR for approval (finishes in silver or chrome)

3.5 Shower

• Shower does not need to meet ADA requirements, must be similar in size to existing shower with door

• Must be a Water Sense fixture for low water-use efficiency in silver or chrome finish, must have hand shower and shower head combo kit

3.6 Install new water heater for shop use

• Install new unit to meet the needs of shop restrooms and shower facilities

• Must be EnergyStar rated for energy efficiency

Applicable ADA design guidelines for restrooms. This is not a complete list. Contractor is responsible for ensuring ADA compliance for all options provided to COR according to https://www.ada.gov/2010ADAstandards_index.htm.

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Figure 604.3.1 Size of Clearance at Water Closets

Toilet seats 17 inch min, 19 in maximum measured to top of the seat

604.4 Seats.

The seat height of a water closet above the finish floor shall be 17 inches (430 mm) minimum and 19 inches (485 mm) maximum measured to the top of the seat. Seats shall not be sprung to return to a lifted position

604.5 Grab Bars.

Grab bars for water closets shall comply with 609. Grab bars shall be provided on the side wall closest to the water closet and on the rear wall.

604.5.1 Side Wall.

The side wall grab bar shall be 42 inches (1065 mm) long minimum, located 12 inches (305 mm) maximum from the rear wall and extending 54 inches (1370 mm) minimum from the rear wall.

Figure 604.5.1 Side Wall Grab Bar at Water Closets

604.5.2 Rear Wall.

The rear wall grab bar shall be 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and extend from the centerline of the water closet 12 inches (305 mm) minimum on one side and 24 inches (610

mm) minimum on the other side.

EXCEPTIONS: 1. The rear grab bar shall be permitted to be 24 inches (610 mm) long minimum, centered on the water closet, where wall space does not permit a length of 36 inches (915 mm) minimum due to the location of a recessed fixture adjacent to the water closet.

2. Where an administrative authority requires flush controls for flush valves to be located in a position that conflicts with the location of the rear grab bar, then the rear grab bar shall be permitted to be split or shifted to the open side of the toilet area.

Figure 604.5.2 Rear Wall Grab Bar at Water Closets

604.6 Flush Controls. Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.

604.7 Dispensers. Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches (180 mm) minimum and 9 inches (230 mm) maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow.

Advisory 604.6 Flush Controls. If plumbing valves are located directly behind the toilet seat, flush valves and related plumbing can cause injury or imbalance when a person leans back against them. To prevent causing injury or imbalance, the plumbing can be located behind walls or to the side of the toilet; or if approved by the local authority having jurisdiction, provide a toilet seat lid.

Advisory 604.7 Dispensers. If toilet paper dispensers are installed above the side wall grab bar, the outlet of the toilet paper dispenser must be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and the top of the gripping surface of the grab bar must be 33 inches (840 mm) minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) maximum above the finish floor

Figure 604.7 Dispenser Outlet Location

604.8.1 Wheelchair Accessible Compartments. Wheelchair accessible compartments shall comply with 604.8.1.

604.8.1.1 Size. Wheelchair accessible compartments shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) wide minimum measured perpendicular to the side wall, and 56 inches (1420 mm) deep minimum for wall hung water closets and 59 inches (1500 mm) deep minimum for floor mounted water closets measured perpendicular to the rear wall.

Wheelchair accessible compartments for children’s use shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) wide minimum measured perpendicular to the side wall, and 59 inches (1500 mm) deep minimum for wall hung and floor mounted water closets measured perpendicular to the rear wall.

Figure 604.8.1.1

Advisory 604.8.1.1 Size. The minimum space required in toilet compartments is provided so that a person using a wheelchair can maneuver into position at the water closet. This space cannot be obstructed by baby changing tables or other fixtures or conveniences, except as specified at 604.3.2 (Overlap). If toilet compartments are to be used to house fixtures other than those associated with the water closet, they must be designed to exceed the minimum space requirements.

Convenience fixtures such as baby changing tables must also be accessible to people with disabilities as well as to other users. Toilet compartments that are designed to meet, and not exceed, the minimum space requirements may not provide adequate space for maneuvering into position at a baby changing table.

Size of Wheelchair Accessible Toilet Compartment

606.3 Height.

Lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or counter surface 34 inches (865 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

Faucets and door handles

309.4 Operation.

Operable parts shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate operable parts shall be 5 pounds (22.2 N) maximum

Mirrors

603.3 Mirrors.

Mirrors located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 40 inches (1015 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Mirrors not located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 35 inches (890 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.

Paper towel and soap dispensers

308.3 Side Reach.

308.3.1 Unobstructed. Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.