PMC_Dyer_barn_SOW.docx

PMC DRYER AND EQUIPMENT BARN

James E. “Bud” Smith PLANT MATERIALS CENTER Knox City, TEXAS

SCOPE:

This solicitation is for the construction of a prefabricated steel barn at the James E. “Bud” Smith Plant Materials Center (PMC) outside of Knox City, TX. The primary intent of this project is to construct an open air equipment barn with an 18’x 20’ enclosed area at the PMC in Knox City, TX. The attached diagrams are for bidding purposes only.

(Option 1) Bids will be submitted with a price for construction of a 50ft x 50ft pre-engineered open air steel building with an 18ft x 20ft enclosed area. Construction to be finished completely as identified in the SOWbelow.

(Option 2) Will be to construct a 40 ft x 50ft steel barn pre-engineered open air steel building with an 18ft x 20ft enclosed area. Construction to be finished completely as identified in the SOW below.

Interested contractors shall submit a set of plans (or diagrams) with the completed bid proposal. These plans/diagrams shall be detailed enough to allow evaluation and comparison of features in relation to other bids received. Upon acceptance and before proceeding to work the contractor will provide a set of plans that are sealed by a professional engineer, registered in the state of Texas. Particular plans shall be for this specific project and meet all national, state and local requirements and building codes for the type of construction proposed.

Period of performance for this project will be from the date of contract award through 30 Oct 2013. Earlier completion date is preferred.

STATEMENT OF WORK:

Option 1

1. The contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, tools, equipment and material needed to erect an open air prefabricated steel building on an existing concrete slab.

2. Contractor will furnish additional concrete to the existing slab and add footing to make it conform to new building. Also 2.5ft x 3ft, 4ft x45ft, 7inx45ft and 20 -6 in round holes (from post supporting old structure) in existing slab will be filled with 6in reinforced concrete . A 4 ft sloped approach will be added in front of the building.

3. Concrete will be 3000 PSI and be reinforced with # 3 rebar on 12 inch spacing. Minimum footing will be 2ft x 2ft with minimum 4 horizontal #3 rebar and 4 vertical #3 rebar.

4. The work shall consist of constructing a free span open air barn steel building that is a minimum of 50ft by 50ft and a minimum of 12 ft sidewalls (need 11ft 8in clearance for tractor). Gables and ends will be covered with metal. An area 18ft x 20 ft will be enclosed. The enclosed area will not require a ceiling as metal can extend to the roof. Enclosed area will have 6 translucent panels for lighting.

5. All materials shall be new, unused, and free from defects, and of commercial grade and of American manufacture.

5. Plans for the Barn and foundation shall be signed and sealed by an engineer licensed to practice in the State of Texas.

6. The building shall be designed to meet or exceed local and state building codes.

8. The building components shall be warranted for a minimum of twenty five years.

9. Exterior features of the building must include the following:

· Painted white with 30 year finish warranty

· The building will be equipped with installed gutters and downspouts and painted trim. Trim and gutter color will be dark gray.

· Metal exterior will be constructed of a minimum of 26 gauge steel and be fastened with corrosion resistant screws.

· One 8 ft wide x 10 ft high commercial grade galvanized roll up door in enclosed area. Must be lockable for security. The doors shall be installed with required sufficient support, framing and hardware required for proper operation. Minimum requirements as follows: Curtain- white, 26 gauge, galvanized, grade E hard steel, with deep ribbed corrugations, flexible wear strips, and 20 year chalk and fade warranty. Bottom Bar-aluminum extrusion, galvanized angles, bulb astragals, and stainless steel nuts and bolts. Axle-Drum Assembly: 12 in 16 gauge drums with 1-5/16 O.D. steel axle, steel ball bearings in drum, and 26-guage full top sheet. Curtain Engagement Guide System- Galvanized steel, adjustable bolt-on head stop, polyethylene wear strip, and pre-punched for lock and fasteners. Chain Hoist 4:1 reduction.

· One commercial grade 3’ x 6’8” x 1 3/8”0 walk in doors in enclosed area. Exterior door must be furnished complete with astragals, metal threshold, weather stripping, ball bearing hinges, lockset, double cylinder dead bolt, and door closer. All locksets, deadbolts and keys will be furnished by the contractor and keyed alike so one may unlock any door. Door to swing to the outside. One 3ft x 5ft window in enclosed area that opens with screen for air ventilation. One 48 in x 48 in exhaust wall shutter that is constructed of corrosive resistant material with shutters controlled by gravity.

10. Electrical and Wiring: Contractor shall supply and install all electrical requirements:

· Furnish and install electrical control box including connection

· Electric supply with junction box is to the building site

· Supply and installed 3 - 8 ft florescent 4 tube T8 energy star light fixtures with safety diffusers. Furnish and install 4- 110 volt single phase outlets and one switch.

· Wiring supplied and routed in conduit to meet Texas building codes

11. All construction, and electrical work shall meet state and local building codes and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifications and the Architectural Barriers Act, the requirements of which may be found at: http://www.access-board.gov/ada-aba/final.pdf.

Option 2 will have the same statement of work as Option 1 with following exceptions.

1. Building will be 40x50 ft with a minimum of 2000 sq ft. (see diagram Option 2)

2. Less concrete (see diagram Option 2)

Requirements

1. Contractor shall provide a guarantee on the structure for a minimum period of 25 years by the building manufacturer and a guarantee on the exterior finish for a minimum period 30 years. A specimen copy of the document must accompany the offer, clearly stating the conditions under which the guarantee is valid.

2. All offers must include a letter from the metal building manufacturer certifying that the building proposed will meet or exceed all national, state and local building code requirements for structure located in the state of Texas.

3. Contractor shall have a Project Manager available to the COTR during normal work hours Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm CST, excluding federal holidays, on site at all times when work is in progress. The Project Manager must be able to bind the company. The Project Manager shall be the central point of contact with the NRCS for performance of all work under this contract. Project Manager shall be responsible for overall management and coordination of matters pertaining to this contract. Project Manager shall have a cell phone and be accessible to NRCS at all time during business hours. To aid in communication, Project Manager shall be able to speak, read, and write English.

4. A site visit will be held 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., 19 July 2013. Attendance at this site visit is highly recommended, but not required.

5. Contractor is expected to maintain set production goals and complete the job site no later than 30 Oct 2013, unless an alternate date is proposed with your bid. Contractor will provide NRCS a plan of work within 7 days of contract award and prior to starting work.

6. Contractor is responsible for their equipment on the PMC grounds. The Government is not liable for damages or losses of equipment due to theft or vandalism.

7. Work schedule shall be in accordance with contractor’s submission.

8. Invoices shall be submitted to the COTR for certification no more than once per month, unless payment is the final invoice. Invoice will then be forwarded to CO for payment.

9. Sanitary facilities, such as chemical toilets, must be provided and located at the job site.

10. Each job site shall be considered a hardhat area. All persons, including operators, are required to wear hardhats while operations are in progress.

11. Contractor is responsible for cleaning the site after construction and removing all waste material associated with the construction of the barn.