RFP-CoolingTowerReplacement.docx

OMB APPROVAL NO. 2700-0042

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

AG-63PX-S-12-0005

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

|_| SEALED BID (IFB)

|X| NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED

07/11/2012

PAGE OF PAGES

IMPORTANT - The “offer” section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

398208

6. PROJECT NO.

USDA Forest Service 1992 Folwell Ave St. Paul, MN 55108

Mike Ash B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS) 651-649-5204

SOLICITATION

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations “offer” and “offeror” mean “bid” and “bidder.”

Contractor is to include all necessary material, equipment, transportation, personnel, supervisor, and out of pocket Expenses required providing services in accordance with the statement of work.

All proposals for this solicitation are to be returned to Michael Ash at the address indicated in item 7 by at 1:00 (Central) July 31, August 13, 2012. Fax pages in small package will be accepted fax to 651-649-5285

All technical questions must be e-mailed to Michael Ash at mikeash@fs.fed.us

The site visit is schedule for Tuesday, July 24th at 1:00 PM at USDA Forest Service, Forestry Sciences Laboratory, 5985 Hwy K, Rhinelander, WI 54501.

SELECTION CRITERIA: READ - SECTION L INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS AND SECTION M – EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD STARTING ON PAGE 48

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within calendar days and complete it within calendar days after receiving |_| award, X notice to proceed. This performance period is |_| mandatory, X negotiable. (See .)

12A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If “YES,” indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Computer Generated

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government within calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print)

20B. SIGNATURE

20C. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print) 31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30B. SIGNATURE

30C. DATE

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31C. AWARD DATE

Computer Generated STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK (REV. 4-85)

SECTION B

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

COOLING TOWER REPLACEMENT

ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT AMOUNT_______

SECTION C PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FSL RHINELANDER COOLING TOWER REPLACEMENT

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01100 SUMMARY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Contract Description

B. Work also includes all necessary and related electrical and mechanical work.

C. The intent of this project is to have complete and properly functioning systems at the completion of the work. The “work” or “project requirements” is generally described but not necessarily limited to work as defined herein. Incidental or miscellaneous work or equipment necessary to produce complete and properly functioning systems is included in the scope of work.

D. As a general rule, match the quality and appearance of existing construction.

1.2 Contractor’s Use of Site and Premises

A. Conduct work during normal business hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM unless otherwise approved by the Government.

1.3 Government Occupancy

A. The Government will occupy the site during the construction. Schedule work to accommodate Government occupancy.

1.4 Hazardous Materials

A. There are no asbestos containing materials or lead-based paint concerns.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 01300 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Coordination and Project Conditions

A. In finished areas, conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring within construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.

1.2 Preconstruction Meeting

A. Government will schedule meeting at project site after Notice of Award.

B. Attendance Required: Government, Contractors, and major Subcontractors.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 Equipment Electrical Characteristics and Components

A. Wiring Terminations: Furnish terminal lugs to match branch circuit conductor quantities, sized, and materials indicated. Include lugs for terminal box.

B. Cord and Plug: Furnish minimum 6 foot cord and plug including grounding connector for connection to electric wiring system. cord of longer length is specified in individual specification sections.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 Cutting and Patching

A. Employ skilled and experienced installer to perform cutting and patching.

C. Execute work by methods to avoid damage to other Work, and to provide proper surfaces to receive patching and finishing.

D. Cut masonry and concrete materials using masonry saw or core drill.

E. Fit Work tight to pipes, sleeves, ducts, conduit, and other penetrations through surfaces.

F. Maintain integrity of wall, ceiling, or floor construction; completely seal voids.

G. At penetrations of fire rated walls, partitions, ceiling, or floor construction, completely seal voids with fire resistant material to full thickness of penetrated element.

H. Refinish surfaces to match adjacent finishes. For continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection; for assembly, refinish entire unit.

SECTION 01330 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Submittal Procedures

A. Provide four copies of the required documents; all will be reviewed, signed, and two will be returned, either approved or rejected.

1.2 Construction Progress Schedules

A. Submit initial schedule within 15 days after date established in Notice to Proceed.

B. Submit revised Progress Schedule with each Application for Payment.

1.3 Product Data

A. Product Data: Submit to Government for review for limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents. Provide copies and distribute in accordance with Submittal Procedures article and for record documents purposes described in Section 01700.

B. Indicate product utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

1.4 Shop Drawings

A. The contract includes the complete engineering, including drawings and specifications, of all equipment provided to complete the replacement of the cooling tower. The documentation shall identify at a minimum: replacement equipment; connections to existing utilities; interface with direct digital control system; and all other items or work necessary to provide a complete and operable system.

B. The Contractor shall keep on the work site a copy of the drawings and specifications and shall at all times give the Government access thereto. Anything mentioned in the specifications and not shown on the drawings, or shown on the drawings and not mentioned in the specifications, shall be of like effect as if shown or mentioned in both. In case of difference between drawings and specifications, the specifications shall govern. In case of discrepancy in the figures, in the drawings, or in the specifications, the matter shall be promptly submitted to the Government, who shall promptly make a determination in writing. Any adjustment by the Contractor without such a determination shall be at its own risk and expense. The Government shall furnish from time to time such detailed drawings and other information as considered necessary, unless otherwise provided.

It includes drawings, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, schedules, performance and test data, and similar materials furnished by the contractor to explain in detail specific portions of the work required by the contract. The Government may duplicate, use, and disclose in any manner and for any purpose shop drawings delivered under this contract.

D. The Contractor shall coordinate all such drawings, and review them for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract requirements and shall indicate its approval thereon as evidence of such coordination and review. Shop drawings submitted to the Government without evidence of the Contractor’s approval may be returned for resubmission. The Government will indicate a review of the shop drawings. Any work done before such review shall be at the Contractor’s risk. Review by the Government shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for any errors or omissions in such drawings, nor from responsibility for complying with the requirements of this contract, except with respect to variations described and approved in accordance with (E) below.

E. If shop drawings show variations from the contract requirements, the Contractor shall describe such variations in writing, separate from the drawings, at the time of submission. If the Government approves any such variation, the Government shall issue an appropriate contract modification, except that, if the variation is minor or does not involve a change in price or in time of performance, a modification need not be issued.

1.5 Samples

A. Samples: Submit to Government for review for limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents. Produce duplicates and distribute in accordance with Submittal Procedures article and for record documents purposes described in Section 01700.

C. Submit samples to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of Products, with integral parts and attachments devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

1.6 Manufacturer’s Instructions

A. When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, to Government in quantities specified for Product Data.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 01400 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Quality Control and Control of Installation

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply with manufacturers’ instructions, including each step in sequence.

C. When manufacturers’ instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Government before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

E. Perform Work by persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.

F. Verify measurements are as indicated on Shop Drawings or as instructed by manufacturer.

G. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion, or disfigurement.

1.2 References

A. Construction shall conform to applicable: National, State, and Local building codes; electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire codes; ASME codes; association, trade, or other consensus standards; Architectural Barriers Act guidelines; applicable ASHRAE guidelines; and, the Government approved design.

B. When reference standards conflict, comply with the requirements of the more stringent standard.

C. When specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from the Government.

1.3 Manufacturers’ Field Services

A. When specified in individual specifications sections, require material or product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions, conditions of surfaces and installation, quality of workmanship, and to initiate instructions when necessary.

B. Submit qualifications of observers to Government 15 days in advance or required observations. Observer subject to approval of Government.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

1.1 Examination

A. Verify existing site conditions and substrate surfaces are acceptable for subsequent Work. Beginning new Work means acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Verify existing substrate is capable of structural support or attachment of new Work being applied or attached.

C. Examine and verify specific conditions described in individual specification sections.

D. Verify utility services are available, of correct characteristics, and in correct locations.

1.2 Preparation

A. Clean substrate surfaces prior to applying next material or substance.

B. Seal cracks or openings of substrate prior to applying next material or substance.

C. Apply manufacturer required or recommended substrate primer, sealer, or conditioner prior to applying new material or substance in contact or bond.

SECTION 01500 TEMPORARY FACITLIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Temporary Utilities

A. Government shall make all reasonably required amounts of utilities available to the Contractor from existing outlets and supplies, as specified in the contract. The Contractor shall carefully conserve any utilities furnished without charge.

B. The Contractor is responsible for provision of any temporary lines needed to use the utilities.

C. Use of Government telephone, fax machine, or computer is not permitted.

1.2 Construction Facilities

A. A reasonable project staging area will be provided for this project. The location of the staging area and any stipulations relative to its use will be by mutual agreement between the Contractor and the Government.

B. Space for a field office will be provided within the facility at a location designated and agreed upon between the Contractor and the Government.

1.3 Vehicular Access

A. Location as approved by Government.

B. Provide unimpeded access for emergency vehicles.

1.4 Parking

A. Adequate parking is available at or near the site. Coordinate with Government.

1.5 Progress Cleaning and Waste Removal

A. The Contractor shall at all times keep the work area, including storage areas, free from accumulations of waste materials.

B. Before completing the work, the Contractor shall remove any rubbish, tools, scaffolding, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government.

C. Upon completion of the work the Contractor shall leave the work area in a clean, neat, and orderly condition satisfactory to the Government.

D. The Contractor shall provide a dumpster or other closed container for disposal of all miscellaneous waste materials. This container shall be emptied when full or at least once a week and the contents properly disposed of. This container shall be removed from the site at the completion of the job.

1.6 Barriers

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas and to protect existing facilities from damage from construction operations and demolition.

B. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site, and structures from damage.

1.7 Safety, Health and Security

A. Prior to commencement of Work, Contractor shall submit for Contracting Officer approval a plan to facilitate the Work in a safe and secure manner protecting Government and Contractor employees from construction operations and the security of the building and its occupants.

B. Coordinate plan with Government security procedures.

C. Protect work, existing premises, and Government’s operations from theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.

D. Initiate program (in coordination with Government’s existing security program) at project mobilization.

E. Maintain program throughout construction period until directed by the Contracting Officer.

F. Restrict entrance of persons and vehicles into project site and existing facilities.

G. Allow entrance only to authorized persons with proper identification.

H. Maintain list of authorized persons; submit copy to Contracting Officer upon request.

I. Protect work, existing premises, and Government’s operations from theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 01600 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Products

A. Furnish products of qualified manufacturers suitable for intended use. Furnish products of each type by single manufacturer unless specified otherwise.

B. Do not use materials and equipment removed from existing premises, except as specifically permitted by Contract Documents.

C. Furnish interchangeable components from same manufacturer for components being replaced.

1.2 Product Delivery Requirements

A. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

B. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

1.3 Product Storage and Handling Requirements

A. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

B. Coordinate location of on-site storage of material and equipment with Government.

C. Government assumes no responsibility for safety and security of materials and equipment stored on-site.

1.4 Product Options

A. Products named in the Contract Documents are for the purposes of design.

B. All products are ‘Or Approved Equal’.

1.5 Energy Efficiency

A. Equipment proposed and specified in this contract shall meet Energy-Star label specification where applicable.

B. Use only NEMA Premium Efficiency Motors.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 01700 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Closeout Procedures

A. Government will occupy all portions of the building as specified in Section 01100.

1.2 Final Cleaning

A. Execute final cleaning prior to final project assessment.

B. Clean interior and exterior glass, surfaces exposed to view; remove temporary labels, stains and foreign substances; polish transparent and glossy surfaces; vacuum carpeted and soft surfaces.

C. Clean equipment and fixtures to sanitary condition with cleaning materials appropriate to surface and material being cleaned.

D. Replace filters of operating equipment.

E. Clean site; sweep paved areas, rake clean landscaped surfaces.

F. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from site.

1.3 Starting of Systems

A. Coordinate schedule for start-up of various equipment and systems.

B. Notify Contracting Officer prior to start-up of each item.

C. Verify each piece of equipment or system has been checked for proper lubrication, drive rotation, belt tension, control sequence, and for conditions which may cause damage.

D. Verify tests, meter readings, and specified electrical characteristics agree with those required by equipment or system manufacturer.

E. Verify wiring and support components for equipment are complete and tested.

F. Execute start-up under supervision of applicable personnel in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions.

G. When specified in individual specification Sections, require manufacturer to provide authorized representative to be present at site to inspect, check, and approve equipment or system installation prior to start-up, and to supervise placing equipment or system in operation.

1.4 Demonstrations and Instructions

A. Demonstrate operation and maintenance of products to Government’s personnel two weeks prior to date of Substantial Completion.

1.5 Protecting Installed Construction

A. Protect installed Work and provide special protection where specified in individual specifications sections.

B. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed products. Control activity in immediate work area to prevent damage.

C. Provide protective coverings at walls, projections, jambs, sills, and soffits of openings.

D. Protect finished floors, stairs, and other surfaces from traffic, dirt, wear, damage, or movement of heavy objects, by protecting with durable sheet materials.

E. Prohibit traffic or storage upon waterproofed or roofed surfaces. When traffic or activity is necessary, obtain recommendations for protection from waterproofing or roofing material manufacturer.

F. Prohibit traffic from landscaped areas.

1.6 Project Record Documents

B. Ensure entries are complete and accurate, enabling future reference by Government.

C. Record information concurrent with construction progress, not less than weekly.

1.7 Operation and Maintenance Data

A. Submit data bound in 8-1/2 x 11 inch (A4) text pages, three D side ring binders with durable plastic covers.

B. Internally subdivide binder contents with permanent page dividers, logically organized, with tab titling clearly printed under reinforced laminated plastic tabs.

C. Drawings: Provide with reinforced punched binder tab. Bind in with text; fold larger drawings to size of text pages.

1.8 Spare Parts and Maintenance Products

A. Furnish spare parts, maintenance, and extra products in quantities specified in individual specifications sections.

1.9 Product Warranties and Product Bonds

A. Execute and assemble transferable warranty documents and bonds from subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers.

B. Submit prior to final Application for Payment.

C. Contractor shall provide one-year parts and labor warranty on the construction.

D. See other sections for specific equipment warranties.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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DIVISION 2 SITE CONSTRUCTION

SECTION 02225 MINOR DEMOLITION FOR REMODELING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Summary

A. Section includes removal of designated building equipment and fixtures; removal of designated construction; dismantling, cutting and alterations for completion of the Work.

B. Materials removed as part of this Work, not indicated for retention as per the Schedules of this section, shall be disposed of properly.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 Preparation

A. Erect and maintain temporary safeguards for protection of the public, Government employees, Contractor’s employees, and existing improvements to remain.

B. Erect and maintain weatherproof closures for exterior openings.

C. Erect and maintain temporary partitions to prevent spread of dust, odors, and noise to permit continued Government occupancy.

D. Protect existing materials and existing improvements not indicated to be demolished.

E. Demolish in orderly and careful manner. Protect existing improvements.

F. Remove demolished materials from site except where specifically noted otherwise. Do not burn or bury materials on site.

G. Remove materials as Work progresses. Upon completion of Work, leave areas in clean condition.

H. Remove temporary Work.

PART 3 EXECUTION

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DIVISION 15 MECHANICAL

SECTION 15010 BASIC MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Description of Work

A. The work to be done under this specification includes the furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment and services for the proper completion of all mechanical work. The omission of express reference to any parts necessary for or reasonably incidental to the complete installation shall not be construed as releasing the Contractor from furnishing such parts. All material and equipment shall be new and undamaged.

1.2 Summary

A. This Section specifies the basic requirements for mechanical installations. It expands and supplements the requirements specified in sections of Division 01.

1.3 Codes, Regulations & Standards

A. All work under this Division shall be in strict conformance with the applicable parts of the following codes, laws, rules, regulations and applicable standards of technical societies where referenced.

American National Standard Institute (ANSI) National Electric Code (NEC) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards of the American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) American Gas Association (AGA) Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) International Building Code International Mechanical Code International Energy Code International Plumbing Code

1.4 Workmanship

A. All work shall be installed and completed by workmen skilled in their trade and shall be installed in a practical and efficient workmanlike manner ad in strict accordance with the best practice of the trade.

1.5 Mechanical Submittals

A. Refer to Section 01330 for submittal requirements.

1.6 Manufacturer’s Directions

A. Materials and equipment shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions unless specifically designated herein.

1.7 Mechanical Installations

A. Coordinate mechanical equipment and materials installation with other building components.

B. Verify all dimensions by field measurements.

C. Arrange for chases, slots and openings in other building components to allow for mechanical installations.

D. Coordinate the installation of required supporting devices and sleeves to be set in poured-in-place concrete and other structural components as they are constructed.

E. Coordinate the cutting and patching of building components to accommodate the installation of mechanical equipment and materials.

F. Where mounting heights are not detailed or dimensioned, install mechanical services and overhead equipment to provide the maximum headroom possible.

G. Install mechanical equipment to facilitate maintenance and repair or replacement of equipment components. As much as practical, connect equipment for ease of disconnecting, with minimum of interference with other installations.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 15640 PACKAGED COOLING TOWERS

PART 1 GENERAL

SUMMARY

Section includes packaged cooling tower with structure, casing, fill and basin, controls, heaters fans, motors and variable frequency drive equipment, and condensing water inlet and outlet with internal distribution.

Cooling tower shall be capable of cooling existing glycol/water condenser fluid.

Tower shall be provided with a variable frequency drive and motor which shall automatically vary motor speed based upon load.

Winter operation: internal water shall be cable of being drained. Demand for cooling shall be handled by the cooling tower fan and motor based upon the temperature settings in the cooling tower.

SUBMITTALS

Submit shop drawings and product data as per Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures Field Test Reports: Indicate compliance with cooling tower institute (CTI) ATC 105.

Manufacturer's Certificate: Certify cooling tower performance, based on CTI ATC-105, meet or exceed specified requirements and submit performance curve plotting leaving water temperature against wet bulb temperature.

Manufacturers Field Reports: Indicate compliance with field test if applicable.

CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

Section 01700 - Execution Requirements: Closeout procedures.

Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit start-up instructions, maintenance data, parts lists, controls, and accessories.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Perform in accordance with CTI ATC-105.

QUALIFICATIONS

Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with minimum three years documented experience.

Installer: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum three years documented experience.

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Section 01600 - Product Requirements: Product storage and handling requirements.

Follow manufacturer's installation instructions for rigging, unloading, and transporting units.

FIELD MEASUREMENTS

Verify field measurements prior to fabrication.

WARRANTY

Section 01700 - Execution Requirements: Product warranties and product bonds.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Section 01700 - Execution Requirements: Maintenance service.

PRODUCTS

COOLING TOWERS

Product Description: factory assembled, steel cooling tower with variable frequency drive.

Mount on existing: 15’9” x 5’0” - 6” concrete slab (#4 @ 12” each way).

Provide new disconnect switch, branch circuit wiring and required branch circuit breaker per manufacturer’s requirements. Revise panel directory.

Capacity Water Flow: 90 gpm.

Entering Water Temperature: 100 degrees F.

Leaving Water Temperature: 90 degrees F.

Entering Air WB Temperature: 75 degrees F.

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND COMPONENTS

Use only NEMA Premium Efficiency Motors.

EXECUTION

INSTALLATION

Install condenser water piping with flanged connections to tower. Pitch condenser water supply to tower and condenser water suction away from tower.

Install make-up water piping with flanged or union connections to tower. Pitch to tower.

Install overflow, bleed, and drain, to drywell.

ADJUSTING

Section 01700 - Execution Requirements: Testing, adjusting, and balancing.

Adjust bleed, control settings and airflow.

DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

Demonstrate starting, maintenance and operation of tower.

DIVISION 16 ELECTRICAL

SECTION 16000 ELECTRICAL - GENERAL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 Summary

A. The Conditions of the Contract and the General Provisions of Division 01 apply to all work of this Section.

B. The work to be done under this specification includes the furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment and services necessary for the proper completion of all electrical work.

C. The omission of express reference to any parts necessary for or reasonable incidental to the complete installation shall not be construed as releasing the Contractor from furnishing such parts.

1.2 Codes, Regulations & Standards

A. All work under this division shall be in strict conformance with the applicable parts of the following codes, laws, rules, regulations and applicable standards of technical societies where referenced.

National Electric Code (NEC) Rules of the National Board of Fire Underwriters Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) International Building Code International Mechanical Code International Energy Code International Plumbing Code

1.3 Contractor’s Qualifications

A. The Contractor shall be a licensed Class “A” Electrical Contractor in the State. All work shall be installed and completed by electricians skilled in their trade and shall be installed in a practical and workmanlike manner.

1.4 Electrical Submittals

A. Refer to Section 01330 for submittal requirements.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

FAR 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 60 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 90 days. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

AGAR 452.236-75 Maximum Workweek – Construction Schedule (NOV 1996) Within 14 calendar days after receipt of a written request from the Contracting Officer, the Contractor must submit the following information in writing for approval:

(a) A schedule as required by FAR clause 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts, and

(b) The hours (including the daily starting and stopping times) and days of the week the Contractor proposed to carry out the work.

The maximum workweek that will be approved is 40 hours.

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

AGAR 452.215-73 Post Award Conference (NOV 1996)

A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled and held within 14 days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at TBD

Section H – Special Contract Requirement

AGAR 45 452.237-74 Key Personnel (FEB 1988

a) The Contractor shall assign to this contract the following personnel: Superintendent, Project Manager, Sub-Contractors

b) During the first Thirty (30) days of performance, the contractor shall make no substitutions of key personnel unless the substitution is necessitated by illness, death or termination of employment. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting officer within 15 calendar days after the occurrence of any of these events and provide the information required by paragraph © to the Contracting Officer at least 15 days prior to making any permanent substitutions.

c) The Contractor shall provide a detailed explanation of the circumstances necessitating the proposed substitutions, complete resumes for the proposed substitutes, and any additional information requested by the Contracting Officer. Proposed substitutes should have comparable qualifications to those of the persons being replaced. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor within 15 calendar days after receipt of all required information of the decision on substitutions. The contract will be modified to select any approved changes of key personnel.

d)

PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

www.arnet.gov/far/ www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (JAN 1997) 52.203-11 Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (SEP 2007) 52.203-12 Limitation on Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (OCT 2010) 52.204-2 Security Requirements.(AUG 1996) 52.204-3 Taxpayer Identification (OCT 1998) 52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Recycled Paper (MAY 2011) 52.204-5 Women-Owned Business (Other Than Small Business) (MAY 199) 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (JAN 2011) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (DEC 2010)

52.232-27 Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts (OCT 2008)

52.236-1 Performance of Work by the Contractor (APR 1984)

52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities (NOV 1991) 52.236-8 Other Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements (APR 1984) 52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas (APR 1984) 52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion (APR 1984) 52.236-12 Cleaning Up (APR 1984) 52.236-13 Accident Prevention (NOV 1991) Alternate I (NOV 1991)

Alternate I (APR 1984)

Alternate I (APR 1984) Alternate II (APR 1984)

Alternate I (APR 1984)

AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES

452.204-71 PERSONAL IDENTITY VERICATION OF CONTRACTOR

EMPLOYEES (OCT 2007)

(a) The contractor shall comply with the personal identity verification (PIV) policies and procedures established by the Department of Agriculture (USDA) Directives 4620-002 series.

(b) Should the results of the PIV process require the exclusion of a contractor’s employee, the contracting officer will notify the contractor in writing.

(c) The contractor must appoint a representative to manage compliance with the PIV policies established by the USDA Directives 4620-002 series and to maintain a list of employees eligible for a USDA LincPass required for performance of the work.

(d) The responsibility of maintaining a sufficient workforce remains with the contractor.

Employees may be barred by the Government from performance of work should they be found ineligible or to have lost eligibility for a USDA LincPass. Failure to maintain a sufficient workforce of employees eligible for a USDA LincPass may be grounds for termination of the contract.

(e) The contractor shall insert this clause in all subcontracts when the subcontractor is required to have routine physical access to a Federally-controlled facility and/or routine access to a Federally-controlled information system.

(f) The PIV Sponsor for this contract is a designated program point of contact, which in most cases is the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), unless otherwise specified in this contract. The PIV Sponsor will be available to receive contractor identity information from 9:00AM TO 3:00PM, Monday – Friday at 1831 Highway 169 East, Grand Rapids, MN 55744. Government will notify the contractor if there is a change in the PIV Sponsor, the office address, or the office hours for registration; however, it is the contractor’s responsibility to meet all aspects of paragraphs (c), (d), and (e).

52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration (FEB 2012)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause—

“Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database” means the primary Government repository for Contractor information required for the conduct of business with the Government.

“Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number” means the 9-digit number assigned by Dun and Bradstreet, Inc. (D&B) to identify unique business entities.

“Data Universal Numbering System +4 (DUNS+4) number” means the DUNS number assigned by D&B plus a 4-character suffix that may be assigned by a business concern. (D&B has no affiliation with this 4-character suffix.) This 4-character suffix may be assigned at the discretion of the business concern to establish additional CCR records for identifying alternative Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accounts (see the FAR at Subpart 32.11) for the same concern.

“Registered in the CCR database” means that—

(1) The Contractor has entered all mandatory information, including the DUNS number or the DUNS+4 number, into the CCR database; and

(2) The Government has validated all mandatory data fields, to include validation of the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and has marked the record “Active”. The Contractor will be required to provide consent for TIN validation to the Government as a part of the CCR registration process.

(b)(1) By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in the CCR database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchasing agreement resulting from this solicitation.

(2) The offeror shall enter, in the block with its name and address on the cover page of its offer, the annotation “DUNS” or “DUNS +4” followed by the DUNS or DUNS +4 number that identifies the offeror’s name and address exactly as stated in the offer. The DUNS number will be used by the Contracting Officer to verify that the offeror is registered in the CCR database.

(c) If the offeror does not have a DUNS number, it should contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one.

(1) An offeror may obtain a DUNS number—

(i) Via the Internet at http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform or if the offeror does not have internet access, it may call Dun and Bradstreet at 1-866-705-5711 if located within the United States; or

(ii) If located outside the United States, by contacting the local Dun and Bradstreet office. The offeror should indicate that it is an offeror for a U.S. Government contract when contacting the local Dun and Bradstreet office.

(2) The offeror should be prepared to provide the following information:

(i) Company legal business.

(ii) Tradestyle, doing business, or other name by which your entity is commonly recognized.

(iii) Company Physical Street Address, City, State, and ZIP Code.

(iv) Company Mailing Address, City, State and ZIP Code (if separate from physical).

(v) Company Telephone Number.

(vi) Date the company was started.

(vii) Number of employees at your location.

(viii) Chief executive officer/key manager.

(ix) Line of business (industry).

(x) Company Headquarters name and address (reporting relationship within your entity).

(d) If the Offeror does not become registered in the CCR database in the time prescribed by the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer will proceed to award to the next otherwise successful registered Offeror.

(e) Processing time, which normally takes 48 hours, should be taken into consideration when registering. Offerors who are not registered should consider applying for registration immediately upon receipt of this solicitation.

(f) The Contractor is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the data within the CCR database, and for any liability resulting from the Government’s reliance on inaccurate or incomplete data. To remain registered in the CCR database after the initial registration, the Contractor is required to review and update on an annual basis from the date of initial registration or subsequent updates its information in the CCR database to ensure it is current, accurate and complete. Updating information in the CCR does not alter the terms and conditions of this contract and is not a substitute for a properly executed contractual document.

(g)

(1)

(i) If a Contractor has legally changed its business name, “doing business as” name, or division name (whichever is shown on the contract), or has transferred the assets used in performing the contract, but has not completed the necessary requirements regarding novation and change-of-name agreements in Subpart 42.12, the Contractor shall provide the responsible Contracting Officer a minimum of one business day’s written notification of its intention to (A) change the name in the CCR database; (B) comply with the requirements of Subpart 42.12 of the FAR; and (C) agree in writing to the timeline and procedures specified by the responsible Contracting Officer. The Contractor must provide with the notification sufficient documentation to support the legally changed name.

(ii) If the Contractor fails to comply with the requirements of paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this clause, or fails to perform the agreement at paragraph (g)(1)(i)(C) of this clause, and, in the absence of a properly executed novation or change-of-name…