20170118_RLB_Multiple_IDIQ_Characteristics.docx

1.0 Objective

The objective is to target existing Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) compliant commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) technologies from global manufacturers to provide multiple energy efficient COTS scalable Relocatable Building (RLB) solutions that meet the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Defense Finance & Accounting System (DFAS) RLB classification requirements. The Army desires to leverage mature, low risk technologies to reduce the energy load and integrate increased efficiencies. The RLBs will provide an interim solution to traditional Force Provider soft shelled tents (R1-R5) with energy efficient COTS systems (R-15+) that are soldier erectable, re-deployable, well insulated, equipped with low power consumption components such as ECUs, LED lighting, and optional energy efficient technologies until a more permanent solution is developed.

1.1 Guidance

RLB’s are an arrangement of components and systems designed to be transportable with minimum assembly upon arrival and minimum disassembly for relocation. It is designed to be moved and reassembled without major damage to floor, roof, walls, or other significant structural modification.

Individual RLBs that can be assembled to develop a building is defined as a RLB system. RLBs are subject to the appropriate funding limitations and funding type, depending on total building cost. An RLB is not defined as a modular building even though it may give that appearance. An RLB can be approved as equipment, for interim use, is easily transported and with minimal assembly in order to meet the 80/20 relocatable analysis rule in Army Policy for Relocatable Buildings: Memorandum, DAIM-ZA, Subject: Relocatable Buildings Delegation of Authority, 22 Feb 2011, Enclosure 2, Table 1.

RLBs are required to have Item Unique Identification (IUID) tags and must be tied to a specific authorized approval memorandum for each RLB system. RLBs are authorized for indefinite use in the CENTCOM/USARCENT area of responsibility (AOR).

Outside the CENTCOM/USARCENT AOR RLBs may be used for no more than 6 years. Requests for extension beyond 6 years will be referred to the Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management Energy and Facilities Policy Division (DAIM-ODF) for approval.

Regardless of location when RLB utilization exceeds 6 years, as tracked per Army Policy for Relocatable Buildings: Memorandum, DAIM-ZA, Subject: Relocatable Buildings Delegation of Authority, 22 Feb 2011 on Enclosure 3 property accountability records, other delegated General Officer level Command authorities may request reclassification of the personal property as real property through USARCENT Engineers and through Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Housing and Partnerships (DASA IH&P) as the approving authority.

RLBs will meet the definition of a relocatable building (RLB) as per para 6-14 of Army Regulation 420-1, http://www.apd.army.mil/pdffiles/r420_1.pdf. A building designed to be readily moved, erected, disassembled, stored, and reused. All types of buildings or building forms designed to provide relocatable capabilities are included in this definition. In classifying buildings as relocatable, the estimated funded and unfunded costs for average building disassembly, repackaging (including normal repair and refurbishment of components), and non-recoverable building components, including typical foundations, may not exceed 20 percent of the building acquisition cost. Excluded from this definition are building types and forms that are provided as an integral part of a mobile equipment item and that are incidental portions of such equipment components, such as communications vans or trailers.

An RLB is an Army asset, it is not installation or unit equipment. A piece of equipment on a TDA/TO&E authorization document is Unit Property and is not governed by Relocatable Building Policy. RLBs are accounted for as Personal Property Equipment and must be disposed of IAW applicable Personal Property Equipment regulations.

A modular or pre-engineered building used for Real Property is not a RLB. An RLB acquired as construction materials, and as part of the funded project cost is Real Property.

1.2 Controlling Authority

Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations and Energy (ASA I&E) Relocatable Buildings Memorandum, 13 May 2009.

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Housing and Partnerships (DASA IH&P) Delegation of Authority Memorandum, Relocatable Buildings, 8 Feb 2008.

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Housing and Partnerships (DASA IH&P). Subject: Additional Guidance to the Deputy Assistant of the Army (Installation and Housing), 8 Feb 2008.

Army Policy for Relocatable Buildings: Memorandum, DAIM-ZA, Subject: Relocatable Buildings Delegation of Authority, 22 Feb 2011.

Memorandum, Delegation of Authority for Relocatable Buildings in the USARCENT Area of Responsibility, 12 Mar 2015.

OSD Guidance: DoD Instruction 4165.56, Relocatable Buildings, 7 Jan 2013.

Army Regulation (AR) 420-1, Army Facilities Management, RAR 24 Aug 2012.

Department of the Army (DA) Pamphlet 420-11, 18 Mar 2010.

Army Policy for Site Preparation: Real Property Construction specified in Army Regulation 420-1 section III and IV. Congressional approval is required if the funded costs exceed $1M.

OMB Circular A-11(operating versus capital lease) DFAS 37-100-12 (expense – investment thresholds for purchases)

1.3 RLB Approval Process

USARCENT has authority delegated from Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management (ACSIM) to purchase RLBs and can re-delegate the authority to other General Officer level Commands. Economic analysis is required for each acquisition to determine the appropriate funding strategy. Approval is required for each Relocatable Building purchase for a specific site and unit to fulfill defined requirements. Within 30 days of the end of each fiscal year quarter, the DASA IH&P office must be provided a report on the use of relocatable buildings from each delegated authority. The report is due only if the delegation authority was utilized. The annual inventory report format is located in Army Policy for Relocatable Buildings: Memorandum, DAIM-ZA, Subject: Relocatable Buildings Delegation of Authority, 22 Feb 2011 on Enclosure 3 property accountability records.

All RLB acquisitions must conform to purchase cost thresholds. Use of Operations & Maintenance OMA funding if less than $250K per complete system and use Other Procurement Army OPA funding if more than $250K per complete system. If requested and approved the OMA threshold can be increased each fiscal year to a $500k limit. Under a continuing resolution budget the OMA threshold from the last congressional approved budget is utilized.

The current legal ruling is that the total requirement/quantity of RLBs needed for a mission or use, are considered as a single cost to determine the type of funding required for purchase. This will move many RLB projects from the OMA funding for procurement to OPA or to Contingency Construction Authority (CCA) or MCA funding to acquire as a funded project costs and therefore classified as Real Property.

Example: There is a requirement to provide RLB housing for 400 personnel. An RLB building can be designed to house 50 personnel for under $500K and allow use of OMA funds to acquire 8 buildings. However, ruling by Headquarters Department of the Army Office of the General Counsel (HQDA OGC) is that DFAS 37-100-15 and FMR Vol 2A take precedent in that the total requirement will be used to determine the OMA Expense vs OPA Investment Threshold. Therefore you need to consider the total cost of housing for 400 personnel.

Interdependent projects are considered a single undertaking. The projects construct those facilities which are mutually dependent in supporting the function(s) for which they were constructed and therefore must be planned as a single project. For example, a new airfield for which the runways, taxiways, ramp space and lighting are mutually dependent to accomplish the intent of the construction project. Each facility can be a separate project but because their interdependence they must be considered as a single unit.

Interrelated projects do not need to be considered as a single undertaking. These projects construct those facilities having a common support purpose but are not mutually dependent and are therefore funded as separate projects. For example, billets are constructed to house Soldiers with the subsequent construction of recreation facilities. Their common purpose to support health, welfare, and morale creates an interrelationship. Neither facility, however, is necessary for the operation of the other. Only if mission requirements or stationing require all the facilities at the same time they could be considered a single undertaking.

1.4 Twenty-percent (20% rule)

1.4.1 The RLB Validation formula is in Army Policy for Relocatable Buildings: Memorandum, DAIM-ZA, Subject: Relocatable Buildings Delegation of Authority, 22 Feb 2011, Enclosure 2, Table 1.

1.4.2 The sum of costs for RLB disassembly, repackaging, any exterior refinishing (e.g. brick facade, etc...) and any interior work (e.g. electrical systems, fire suppression systems, walls or ceilings, etc.) including labor applied to the building after site delivery to make the relocatable building useable for its intended occupant. This includes gypsum board, wood, floor covering, sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and non-recoverable building components, including foundations (see 1.4.2.2), may not exceed 20 percent of the purchase price of the RLBs. If the percentage is greater than 20% then the RLB is real property and follows real property project approval authorities.

1.4.2.1 Non-recoverable building components are components that cannot be used again in the reassembly of the RLB.

1.4.2.2 Foundations include blocking, footings, load bearing plates, ring walls, and slabs directly under the RLB. For the purpose of this calculation, Foundations do not include construction cost of real property utilities, roads, sidewalks, parking, force protection, fencing, signage, lighting, and other site preparation (clearing, grubbing, ditching, drainage, filling, compacting, grading, and landscaping). In contingency operations, when force protection requirements warrant, the cost of concrete slabs used as foundations for RLBs shall be excluded from the determination of the 20% calculation of the RLB. Otherwise, when concrete slabs are used as relocatable building foundations or floors, the entire cost of the slab will be included in the foundation cost.

1.5 RLB Policy OSD Department of Defense Instruction 4165.56

It is DoD policy that relocatable buildings may be:

1.5.1 Acquired, stored, and used within the DoD when these facilities constitute the most feasible and economical means of satisfying short-term, interim facility requirements pending the availability of permanent space in existing facilities or through the construction of a permanent conventional facility.

1.5.2 Used instead of conventional, permanent construction when the duration of the requirement is uncertain such as in a contingency operations pursuant to section 101, title 10 United States Code.

1.5.3 Used instead of conventional permanent construction when the space is known to have a recurring mobile requirement, such as the need to move a field office to different sites on a training range.

1.5.4 Purchased or leased to satisfy the needs of paragraphs 1.5.1, 1.5.2, and 1.5.3. They shall be accounted for as:

1.5.4.1 Personal property in accordance with DoDI 5000.64 when purchased as an equipment item.

1.5.4.2 Real property in accordance with DoDI 4165.06 when procured using construction procedures.

1.6 Costs DoD Regulation 7000.14-R, vol 3, ch. 17, para. 170203; Army Regulation 415-32, para 2-5a; Army Regulation 420-1, Glossary, sec. II; DA Pam 420-11, Glossary, sec. II; DA Pam 420-11, para 2-8, 18 Mar 2010.

All associated cost for site preparation must be identified for validation of the 80/20 construction rule to meet the RLB definition. If construction costs exceed 20% of the RLBs cost then the RLBs do not meet the 80/20 analysis for utilization as RLBs and will be classified as Real Property. Regardless of the financial source utilized, OPA RLB acquisition cost utilized in conjunction with funded Military Construction Authority (MCA), Unspecified Minor Military Construction Authority (UMMCA), and OMA construction costs are limited to 20% or $1M per project (whichever is less). If MCA, UMMCA, and OMA are over $1M congressional authorization is required.

The total cost to be measured against the $250K OMA threshold for each RLB includes the purchase price and the cost of assembly. Purchase and assembly include the work necessary to have a complete building, including connection to existing utility systems AR 420-1, para 6-14 d-f.

Purchase and assembly do not include delivery or set-up, which is the process of bringing the relocatable components from the point of origin to the point of destination and all the work necessary to unload and stage the components AR 420-1, para 6-14 d-e.

Costs for packaging and transporting RLBs are UNFUNDED construction project costs and will be paid for with the same funds that acquired the RLB AR 420-1, para 6-15 (6).

Cost for erection and assembly of relocatable buildings are UNFUNDED costs and are paid with the same funds that acquired the RLB AR 420-1, para 6-15 (7).

Regardless of the funding source such as an OPA acquisition for a complete turn-key project or an OPA acquisition with troop labor or an OMA acquisition with contract or troop labor the RLBs must pass an 80/20 analysis as outlined in paragraph 1.4 above.

DA PAM 420-11, para 2-8, 18 Mar 2010 contains the necessary information to properly classify equipment and further references table 2-1 for funding information related to information system support components of Real Property projects.

1.6.1 Costs associated with installing equipment that is movable and not permanently affixed as an integral part of existing real property facilities is not construction. It is an unfunded project cost which is charged to the property book holder of the equipment. It will not be funded as construction cost. The associated cost of this equipment and the costs related to its procurement including transportation, packing, unpacking, assembly, and attachment are not construction and therefore an unfunded project cost.

1.6.1.1 When properly classified as an unfunded construction cost, RLBs must be funded with OMA or OPA depending on the expense-investment threshold contained in law for capital equipment purchases. Whether the RLBs are procured to be stacked or installed individually, all the modules that comprise the RLB are a system. This includes the normal amenities or components one finds in buildings, plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC. It does not include furnishings or other attachments. ASA (I&E) RLB memo, 13 May 2009.

1.6.2 Funded Costs AR 420-1, para 2-17c, specifically includes government owned materials, supplies, and services as funded costs. See DoD Reg. 7000.14R, vol 3, ch 17, para 170102.I.6 prohibiting DoD components from using materials, supplies, or items of installed equipment on their own minor construction projects on a non-reimbursable basis. AR 415-32, para 2-5 a (1) further includes materials, supplies, and services furnished on a non-reimbursable basis by other military departments and defense agencies.

Funded costs are those directly related to labor, materials, supplies, demolition and site preparation expenses incurred in the construction or repair of a facility. The funded cost include but are not limited to:

1.6.2.1 Materials, supplies, and services applicable to the project. AR 420-1, para. 2-17c (except below 1.4.3.5).

1.6.2.2 The cost of transporting military unit equipment and real property items if transported solely for the construction project AR 415-32, para. 2-5a(9) and b(1).

1.6.2.3 Overhead and support costs (e.g., renting/leasing and storing non-government owned equipment).

1.6.2.4 Supervision, inspection, and overhead costs charged when the Corps of Engineers or contractor serves as the design or construction agent.

1.6.2.5 Travel and per diem costs for military and civilian personnel if incurred solely for the construction project.

1.6.2.6 Operation and maintenance costs for government-owned equipment (e.g., fuel, and repair parts). This includes organic troop unit equipment.

1.6.2.7 Demolition and site preparation costs (except below 1.4.3.7).

1.6.2.8 Building disassembly including disconnecting and removal from foundation.

1.6.2.9 Repackaging including normal repair, and refurbishment of components.

1.6.2.10 Non-Recoverable building components such as fasteners, seals, skirting, anchors, etc.

1.6.2.11 Interior and exterior work added to the structure after it is placed on site such as installation of electrical wiring, walls, fire suppression systems, exterior finishes, flooring, lighting, and wall coverings.

1.6.2.12 Foundations, site work, and utility work associated with the setup of relocatable buildings IAW AR 420-1 ch 6.

1.6.3 Unfunded Costs are items of equipment that are movable in nature and not affixed as an integral part of a facility or detachable without damage to the building or equipment. This is because they are funded from O&M, RDT&E, or procurement appropriations. See DoD Reg. 7000.14R, vol 3, ch 17, para 170304 to 170305.

Unfunded costs are items or funds that contribute to the military construction project, are chargeable to appropriations other than those available to fund the project and are not reimbursed by appropriations available to fund the project. Costs which would have been expensed regardless of project execution in most cases have application to many undertakings. These unfunded costs include but are not limited to:

1.6.3.1 Military labor and civilian prisoner labor or costs financed from military personnel appropriations.

1.6.3.2 Depreciation of government-owned equipment used to build the project (exception- maintenance and operations are funded costs).

1.6.3.3 Licenses, permits, and other fees to meet status of forces agreement, state, or local statutes. Such as those incurred for pollution abatement or transportation.

1.6.3.4 Planning, engineering, and design costs before and during construction to include surveys and studies conducted during the developmental stages. See DoD Reg. 7000.14-R, vol 3, ch 17, para 17010302.

1.6.3.5 Materials, supplies, and items of installed equipment that have been obtained from other U.S. Government agencies or foreign governments without reimbursement. The value will be set according to the Federal Supply Catalog prices or estimated replacement value according to DFAS-IN 37-1.

1.6.3.6 Costs of real property items relocated on the same garrison except the actual transportation and relocation costs for those items.

1.6.3.7 The DPW costs of site preparation for non-appropriated funds (NAF) projects which provide a clean site.

1.6.3.8 Public works activity overhead costs such as utilities, supplies, equipment, and second-line supervisors or above.

1.7 RLBs in UFC 1-201-01, “Non-Permanent DoD Facilities In Support Of Military Operations.”

All submittals must include stamped engineer drawings certifying the catalog submissions are UFC compliant and include the following statement “This facility is designed in accordance with UFC 1-201-01 at a facility construction level of semi-permanent.” The semi-permanent UFC criteria are defined in 1-4.3 and chapter 3 of UFC 1-201-01. Additional reference for structural and seismic requirements are further outlined in UFC 3-301-01 Structural Engineering and UFC 3-310-04 Seismic Design for Buildings. The UFC was developed in response to Section 807 of Public Law 111-84, "Policy and Requirements to Ensure the Safety of Facilities, Infrastructure, and Equipment for Military Operations". The technical requirements establish the minimum requirements for life, health, and safety of personnel consistent with the requirements of military operations for the following building systems.

• Fire protection

• Structural integrity

• Electrical systems

• Plumbing and mechanical systems

• Water treatment, storage and distribution

• Wastewater collection and treatment

• Telecommunications networks

Overall the facilities need to be compliant with the latest editions of UFC 1-201-01, British Standard 7671 and applicable IBC references from the UFC (http://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod/unified-facilities-criteria-ufc).

1.8 Specific structural requirements can be found in the following references:

Table 2-2 of UFC 3-301-01 defines the risk categories that are utilized for seismic, wind, snow, and ice calculations.

Wind loads will be calculated in accordance with Table F-1 Change 3 from 12 September 2016 in UFC 3-301-01.

Typically for risk category II buildings use a minimum "3-second gust" wind speed of 110mph/177 kph. For risk category III and IV buildings use a minimum "3-second gust" wind speed of 115mph/185 kph.

Seismic design per UFC 3-310-04 and IBC 2012.

Use Spectral Response Ss = 1.30g and S1 = 0.70g.

Floor live load = UFC 3-301-01 Change 3 dated 12 September 2016 Appendix D Table D-1, and IBC 2012 Table 1607.1 govern minimum horizontal uniformly distributed live loads and minimum concentrated live loads by intended occupancy or use.

Floor dead load = Use actual loads of the members comprising the floor, walls, and items fixed and supported by the container floor.

Roof live load = 1.0 kPa/20 lbs sq ft.

Roof dead load = Actual load of the members comprising the roof. There will be an option to increase the roof dead load capacity to 100 lbs sq ft in order to accommodate lining the roof with sand bags for tactical environments.

Ground snow load = 0 kPa.

1.8.1 Fire Protection:

The intent is to provide modular type RLBs that are limited in size (overall building height and floor area) so as to not require installed active fire protection or fire alarm systems, EXCEPT where explicitly required by the International Building Code (IBC) Chapter 9, Fire Protection Systems, or UFC’s for a given occupancy regardless of building size (i.e. residential and hazardous occupancies). Area limits stated within the UFC are for a stand-alone building as defined in the IBC Chapter 5, General Building Heights and Areas. If larger building areas than stated herein are needed to meet the needs of the requirement holders, then the following guidance is provided to facilitate the construction of the RLBs with larger areas in order of preference. The fire protection requirements are that the insulation used for the panels (walls, floor, roof, etc.) must be non-combustible. Anything petroleum and or hydrocarbon based (i.e. plastic) will NOT be accepted. Must meet IBC Chapter 26, UFC 01-201-01.

1.8.1.1 Provide fire separation distance between separate structures in accordance with IBC Chapter 6, Types of Construction requirements for fire separation between buildings.

1.8.1.2 Provide pedestrian walkways between buildings individually compliant with IBC Chapter 32, Special Construction, fire separation requirements to provide separate buildings interconnected with enclosed, conditioned walkways.

1.8.1.3 Provide fire rated exterior walls or fire walls between buildings in accordance with IBC Chapter 6, Types of Construction requirements.

1.8.1.4 Provide buildings of an area or height to require fixed fire protection systems in accordance with IBC Chapter 5, General Building Heights and Area requirements, and provide these fixed fire protection systems. Sprinkler system design criteria are outlined in UFC 1-201-01 para 3-3.2 to 3-3.2.1.2 and cross referenced to NFPA 13, NFPA 13R, NFPA 13D, NFPA 70 or NFPA 72 as applicable.

1.8.1.5 Construction level requirements and space separation requirements per occupancy type (assembly, business, industrial, residential) are defined in UFC 1-201-01 as follows:

1.8.1.5.1 Assembly occupancy area used for a gathering of 50 or more personnel for deliberation, worship, entertainment, drinking, eating, amusement, awaiting transportation or similar uses such as dining facilities, kitchens, clubs, chapels, conference rooms, MWR and fitness centers are defined in UFC 1-201-01 para 3-3.1.1 to 3-3.1.1.4.

1.8.1.5.2 Business occupancy area used for the transaction of business other than mercantile such as general offices, administrative facilities, outpatient clinics, doctors’ offices, and fitness centers that are located within an office for personal use are defined in UFC 1-201-02 para 3-3.1.2 to 3-3.1.2.4.

1.8.1.5.3 Industrial occupancy area used for manufactured products, processing, assembling, mixing, packaging, finishing, decorating, or repair operations are conducted such as factories, laundries power plants, maintenance shops, and pumping stations are defined in UFC 1-201-01 para 3-3.1.3 to 3-3.1.4.

1.8.1.5.4 Residential occupancy are used for sleeping accommodations for purposes other than health care or detention and correctional such as one and two family dwellings, dormitories, barracks, billeting, Bachelor Enlisted Quarters and Bachelor Officer’s Quarters, apartment buildings, and converted CONEX boxes are defined in UFC 1-201-01 para 3-3.1.5 to 3-3.1.5.5.

1.8.1.5.5 Other occupancy definitions to include mixed-use, co-location, storage, aircraft hangars, and medical facilities are defined in UFC 1-201-01 para 3-3.1.6 to 3-3.1.10

2.0 Requirements

2.1 RLBs

The Government will schedule a start work meeting to be held within 14 working days of the acquisition. Topics will include the contractor delivery plan, schedule, required resources and technical approach. The start work meeting will be conducted by telephone, video teleconference or at contractor facilities.

2.1.1. The RLBs will be capable of being complexed by adding or removing sections as needed, where needed in a scalable manner. RLBs will be rapidly deployable, air transportable, and simple to ship. RLBs will be easily sustainable, low maintenance, utilize redundant parts, and require minimal spare parts. RLBs will have a low power consumption and be energy efficient. RLBs will be designed and composed of materials to mitigate issues with termites, rot, mildew, mold and warping. No stucco or magnesium oxide panels will be utilized in the RLBs. The RLBs will provide a tight seal to prevent water infiltration and minimize air-infiltration to include all seams. External RLB surfaces will be moisture and corrosion resistant, and not attract destructive pests.

External RLB components will be #33446 in color per Federal Standard 595C to maximize reflection of solar radiation within the desert while blending with existing background colors. Color of RLBs will be imbedded in the outer material so as to negate having to re-paint. Baked on paint is acceptable if the exterior skin is metal and will not rust or corrode to require repair and repainting. The paint coating utilized will be low absorptivity with high surface emissivity. UFGS 09 90 00 Paints and Coatings for Minimum Dry Film Thickness (DFT) ensure the typical applications of paints, varnishes, primers, enamels, undercoats, and other coatings are to a minimum dry film thickness of 0.038 mm (1.5 mil) each coat when not using galvanized finishes. Finishes similar to Kynar 500 (http://www.kynar500.com/en/product-information/kynar-500-fsf-pvdf/) are acceptable.

All panels will have sound deadening acoustic properties. RLBs will have a minimum thermal efficiency of R-17+ (floor), R-15+ (walls) and R-17+ (roof). There will be no thermal bridging at seams. RLBs will also have a minimum fire resistance of Type II non-combustible in accordance with the International Building Code (IBC). Exterior walls of the RLB will have at least a one hour fire rating with opening protection in accordance with requirements outlined in IBC Chapter 6, Types of Construction, and Chapter 7, Fire and Smoke Protection Features. Exterior doors will contain an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or Intertek Testing Services / Warnock Hersey (ITS/WHI) door fire rating of at least ¾ hour and will have the egress capable hardware. If necessary for a finished appearance RLBs will include color matched finishing kits with vented pre-painted galvanized metal skirting 0.6+mm thick for the base of the exterior and finish covering for any interior structural members to include appropriately fire rated material for all gaps through fire rated walls.

2.1.2 Environmental - All equipment will be designed to endure the CENTCOM/USARCENT Area of Operation (AOR) environment. The CENTCOM/USARCENT AOR spans from Egypt to Kazakhstan to Pakistan to Yemen encompassing all the middle-east nations. Characteristics of this environment include rugged terrain, extremely high temperatures, high humidity, sand/dust storms, extreme shifts in temperature and heavy but infrequent rainfall.

2.1.2.1 RLBs will be easily assembled by untrained military personnel, ruggedized to withstand rough handling during assembly, disassembly and be able to withstand inclement weather to include; but not limited to, exposure to water/rain and ambient temperatures from -10 degrees C to 55 degrees C and storage temperatures up to 70 degrees C. Maximum ambient temperature is expected to be 65 degrees C in storage. Little or no shade will be available so the proposed design will be able to withstand even higher surface temperatures of 65 degrees C due to absorption of solar radiation within a desert environment. The paint coating utilized will be low absorptivity with high surface emissivity.

2.1.2.2 All panels will have acoustic deadening properties. Figure 4-2 in UFC 3-101-01 Architecture states that Sound Isolation for housing should comply with Section 1207 of IBC 2012. Section 1207.2 reads: Walls, partitions and floor/ceiling assemblies separating dwelling units and sleeping units from each other or from public service areas shall have a sound transmission class of not less than 50, or not less than 45 if field tested, for air-borne noise when tested in accordance with ASTM E90. Penetrations or openings in construction assemblies for piping; electrical devices; recessed cabinets; bathtubs; soffits; or heating, ventilating or exhaust ducts shall be sealed, lined, insulated or otherwise treated to maintain the required ratings. This requirement shall not apply to entrance doors; however, such doors shall be tight fitting to the frame and sill. Overall the RLBs will target a Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of 45+ in field testing. STC is an established way to average how much sound is stopped by something. STC ratings are used for windows, doors, walls and most building materials. STC ratings are the ONLY way to accurately compare various noise reduction products. An STC rating is an instrument measurement of how much noise is stopped. The STC ratings allow accurate ‘apple to apple’ comparisons. The STC rating is the average amount of noise stopped at 18 different frequencies, measured in decibels. STC ratings are a logarithmic scale.

2.1.2.3 RLBs and all components will meet seismic and wind loads specified in UFC 1-201-01. Requirements are listed under section 3-2 and references International Building Code (IBC) Chapters 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23, UFC 3-301-01 Structural Engineering, and UFC 3-310-04 Seismic Design For Buildings.

2.1.2.4 RLBs and all components will be able to withstand heavy but infrequent rainfalls of less than 3 inches while remaining water tight throughout the useful lifespan of the RLB. Standing water of less than 6 inches will be expected after heavy rainfalls, therefore the interior floor of RLBs will be located at least 7 inches above ground level. Any adhesives/sealants will be capable of maintaining adhesion and seals for the duration of the building lifespan. The roofing system and roof edges will be water tight and capable of shedding water to the exterior of the structure to ensure runoff. The roofing system will be designed and panels overlapped to be impermeable to wind driven water between the roofing panels. An architectural flashing system will be utilized as the primary means for rain and moisture control. Roof edging will be finished with sealants and caulks as a secondary means for rain and moisture control to further control condensation and beading of water permeating insulated roof or wall panels to reduce the possibility of mold or mildew.

2.1.2.5 Use of recyclable non-toxic, free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), persistent organic pollutants (POPs), and formaldehyde materials is required to ensure life, health, and safety to building occupants and ecological system of the local environment. The absence of hazardous materials eliminates any special handling requirements and disposal procedures. All fasteners will be galvanized coated to reduce corrosion. All panels, connections, and fasteners will be suitable for all environments, require no maintenance, and be non-binding in cold or hot desert conditions.

2.1.3 Foundation and Structure - RLBs will be suitable for installation in a desert environment on semi-level surfaces such as a compacted sand gravel mix with minimum site preparation. RLBs will be capable of being leveled and situated on existing, minimally prepared, roughly graded, packed sand/gravel surfaces. RLBs will not require a foundation and will utilize a structural leveling system with a +/- 3” adjustability on each footer. Varying thickness weather proof shim plates large enough to span 2 footers will also be provided for when multiple RLBs are erected as one assembly. The footers will be able to withstand the weight of the structure, lockers, equipment, and soldiers while withstanding occasional heavy rainfall. The minimum floor load capacity will be 65+ pounds per square foot for billets, administrative areas, and 200+ pounds per square foot for dining, MWR, and gym facilities. All horizontal and vertical joints will be seamless in appearance and tolerant to variations in square and leveling. Floor joints will be on top of structural floor beams. The floor system will be completely flush with no gaps, sealed, and waterproof.

2.1.4 Design Flexibility - RLBs will be portable, scalable, and allow for rapid assembly/disassembly of no greater than 16 hours +/- 8 hours with an 8 person crew for a single one story structure using a minimal set of hand tools with nothing larger than a ladder. RLBs will come with a guide (see paragraph 3.2.3, below). RLBs will be re-locatable so they can be disassembled in accordance with the guide and moved to other locations. The guide will contain a list of expendable parts required for relocation. The parts list will include pricing information that is good through 1 Jan 2018. RLBs will be designed to be stored/shipped in standard International Standards Organization (ISO) shipping containers and/or other conveyance that is rapidly deployable. The RLBs will be capable of being assembled, disassembled, and re-assembled at least three times without degradation to functional use and provide a minimum useful life of 15 years. RLB design will utilize wind load cross bracing that doesn’t restrict the complex-ability of the structure in any horizontal direction to facilitate flexibility for open floor plan layouts. When complexing multiple RLBs walls can be removed to have larger rooms, without the wind load cross bracing unnecessarily separating the rooms. When configured in a multi-story arrangement wind load bracing will not be utilized across the ceiling. Loss of vertical space when in a multi-story arrangement is unacceptable. However, all UFC requirements to include seismic and wind load standards will still be met.

2.1.4.1 The RLB system CLINS will need to be listed by SUB-CLINS (or categories) to meet the UFC criteria for the intended use of the RLB. This allows materials and design customization to meet the intent, control costs, and ensure UFC compliance for the purpose the RLB is acquired.

2.1.4.2 Tension fabric structures such as clam shells or Sprung Shelters or other similarly constructed shelters that are designed with the exterior fabric as a structural element are not considered tents but are relocatable buildings.

2.1.5 General RLB Configuration - The RLBs will have two main points of egress. RLB areas will be configured with a floor to ceiling internal divider to provide internal complexing flexibility. The usable interior height of the RLBs will be at least seven feet or higher. A main entrance/exit and back entrance/exit will be built into the walls of each room. Either spring loaded entrance doors or another method to automatically close doors will be used in order to minimize cooling/heating loss. Doors on the main entrances will open to the exterior and have cypher locks. Further, each side of the RLB will have an additional egress exit for emergencies. All main entrance doors and emergency egress doors will have panic bars installed on the interior of each door. Each RLB door will have a peephole viewer centered on the horizontal axis of the door and mounted approximately five feet in height. RLB must have entry ways that comply with MIL-STD-1472G and a minimum width of 1.219 m (48 in.) with a minimum height of 1.96 m (77 in.). In accordance with MIL-STD-882D, there must not be any tripping hazards that would impede entering or exiting the RLB. Specifically, the threshold of all doors must be level with the rest of the RLB. The main entry will be capable of being secured and the locking device will be releasable from both the interior and exterior of the RLB. The alternate egress will be in a wall other than the wall of the main entry and be capable of being secured internally. The alternate egress can be designed as a door or whole-body access hatch with a minimum opening of 66 by 76.2 cm (26 by 30 in.) in accordance with MIL-STD-1472G; and if the hatch is secured from the interior of the RLB, it will allow for quick exiting of the RLB, and meet the force requirements of MIL-STD-1472G. Stairways and handrails will conform to MIL-STD-1472G requirements. Stairs for the main points of entrance and exit will be free standing structures that have an adjustability of +/- 3” for a total delta of 6” to prevent tripping hazards at the door and ground level. Although free standing the stair systems are required to have a robust anchoring system to the RLB with appropriate adjustability. Stair systems must be able to be adjusted with standard tools and non-welding procedures during the life of the RLB to assure the stair system adjustments can be easily made as the RLB settles.

2.1.5.1 Two-Story Configurations – The RLBs will be capable of being stacked and interlocked to two-stories in height and will include stairways to reach the second floor. Two-story RLBs are intended to be grouped into blocks as required. Structures will allow for shared mezzanine/second story walkways and to minimize the amount of stairs/costs required. Optional configurations for access to the second floor of RLBs are encouraged. For instance, using a mezzanine that runs the length of the inside and/or outside of the second floor of the RLBs. If used, internal hallway doors will open outward and individual room doors will open inwards. The mezzanine/hallway will be wide enough to accommodate an open door and meet minimum width requirements as detailed in MIL-STD-1472G. Two story RLBs will be physically grouped together to form larger single facilities with structurally independent substructures to make up larger RLBs facilities.

2.1.6 Electrical - All electrical systems will be implemented in accordance with the latest edition of International Electro-technical Commission (IEC) and British Standard 7671. All electrical equipment will carry an independent laboratory listing or qualification by an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognized testing laboratory and be used as intended by the manufacturer. All electrical materials will bear an IEC/BS/TUV listed marking, and where applicable will also bear a CE factory mark. Each RLB area will have receptacles installed such that no point measured horizontally along the floor line of any wall space is more than 1.8m (6ft) from a receptacle outlet. At least one outlet will be placed at locations servicing dedicated loads. All receptacles will be duplex receptacles, Type G (BS1363 standard sockets), 240 volt, 50 Hz. The receptacles will be evenly spaced. The contractor will have no more than six receptacles per convenience receptacle branch circuit to ensure adequate capacity without nuisance tripping from overloads. The contractor will provide ground fault interrupt circuit rated at 30 ma and 40 ms protection on all convenience receptacle circuits.

Each RLB will be tied into existing power using pin and sleeve connectors that conform to the IEC 60309 standard with the male (hot) side of the connector located on the RLB end of the cable. This will permit relocation of the RLBs with minimal effort to disconnect and re-connect electrical services. The service entrance connection will be in accordance with IEC 60309 CEE-17 connection, with an IP67 rating for dust and moisture protection, and a 3 phase, N, G, 200/250 V, 50 Hz, 6H ground position configuration. The panel will be appropriately sized to support the RLB configuration. The International Configurations Catalog page 179 provides an explanation on the IEC 60309 CEE-17 standard and the Int ratings (www.internationalconfig.com ).

The interior of the RLB electric service circuit breaker panel will be easily accessible to permit use of data logger device(s) within the panel. Each RLB electrical service panel will have a main disconnect breaker, and adequate over-current protection for each branch circuit in accordance referenced British Standards. Service size for each RLB is RLB dependent, but should be three phase, 230 VAC, 50 hertz (3 Hot + 1 Neutral + 1 Ground). Exterior waterproof utility boxes will be utilized on the side of the assembly to facilitate a communications access box, and separate electrical input box. One utility box will be a connection point for electrical with IP67 rated style connector. The other utility box will be an empty junction box that leads into the unit for communication cable access. Interior electrical panel will be flush mount, preferably in the hallway or recessed in a beam or column to provide a finished appearance while maximizing utilization of the quick disconnect electrical connectors. All cables will be quick disconnect style, of appropriately size, length, and labeled. Cables will utilize a system to present a neat and organized finish. Interior panel locations will have 36” of clearance in front of the panel(s) for maintenance. All receptacles will be enumerated to correspond with the circuit in the main circuit breaker panel.

2.1.6.1 Interior Lighting - Interior switchable LED lighting will be used to maximize energy savings and reduce maintenance required to change bulbs. A separate three way switch is required at each entrance to allow for separate control of lighting within each main interior living area. All vestibule entrances must also contain a separate interior motion activated light. If an internal hallway is used, interior motion sensor lighting will be utilized with sensors spaced approximately 10’ apart. Light switches will be placed at the doorways of each room. All vestibules and hallways will utilize motion sensing lights, all billeting rooms and office space will utilize light switches. Light output will be suitable for the interior area of the RLB in accordance with industry best practices as recommended by the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES). Minimum requirements are as follows:

2.6.1.1 Lighting system (complete luminaire) - Down light: System (luminaire) efficacy of 35 lumen per watt, Minimum 575 lumen output, 75% of total lumens within 0-60 degree zone, Beam angle (where intensity is 50% of maximum) between 90 degrees and 120 degrees, Rated for minimum 40 °C operation. Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) of 2700 to 4000 based on IES LM-79 or equivalent testing. Color Rendering Index (CRI) of at least 75 based on IES LM-79 or equivalent testing.

2.1.6.1.2 Fixture Housing - Wiring cavity will be field accessible for service or repair needs The useful life of the luminaire will be determined to be 25,000 hours at 70% of initial light output (L 70 = 35,000 hours) based on IES LM-80 and IES TM-21.

2.1.6.1.3 LED Driver - Minimum efficiency of 85% Rated to operate up to 40 °C Input Voltage: capable of 240/250 (±10%) volt, single phase operating frequency will be 50 Hz. Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) compliant (see http://www.rohs.eu/english/index.html). Compliant with FCC 47 CFR part 15 non-consumer RFI/EMI standards. Lifetime rating of 100,000 hours at full load and 25 °C ambient as supported by warranty. Minimum Time Between Failures (MBTF = total hours of testing / number of failures) greater than 300,000 hours at full load and 25 °C ambient.

2.1.6.2 Exterior Lighting – RLBs are required to have continuous exterior utility illumination from dusk to dawn to allow Soldiers to safely traverse RLB entrances and exits to maximize energy conservation, high efficiency industrial LED external lighting is required at RLB main entrances/exits. Two 400W or LED equivalent, exterior floodlights will be on each corner of configured RLB assemblies. Exterior lighting will be integrated at RLB entrances/exits/walkways/stairs with dusk to dawn automation and a manual override capability for blackout conditions. Light output will be suitable for the exterior area of the RLB and exterior stairways in accordance with industry best practices as recommended by the Illuminating Engineering Society. Minimum requirements are as follows:

2.1.6.2.1 Lighting system (complete luminaire) - Tested system wattage of no more than 15 watts based on LM-79 or equivalent testing. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) floodlight distribution category or equivalent for asymmetric distribution. Acceptable categories: 7x4, 7x5, 6x4, 7x6, 6x5. Maximum (brightest spot) footcandle (fc) reading on parallel plane 10 feet away (i.e. 10 ft mounting height) of no less than 1 fc and no more than 10 fc for a 10 ft mounting height. Rated for minimum 40 °C operation Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) of 4000 to 5500 with tested CCT based on LM-79 or equivalent testing. Color Rendering Index (CRI) of at least 50 based on LM-79 or equivalent testing.

2.1.6.2.2 Fixture Housing - UL-listed for wet locations and wiring cavity will be field accessible for service or repair needs Optical cavity IP (Ingress Protection) rating of at least IP65 per IEC 60529. Fixture coating capable of surviving Salt Fog environment for 500 hrs minimum without blistering or peeling per ASTM B117. The useful life of the luminaire will be determined to be 35,000 hours at 70% of initial light output (L 70 = 35,000 hours) based on IES LM-80 and IES TM-21.

2.1.6.2.3 Light Source (LED package, module, array, light engine) - Reliability reports for Joint Electron Devices Engineering Council (JEDEC) tests on: High Temperature Operating Life (HTOL), Powered Temperature Cycle (PTMCL), Non-Operating Thermal Shock (TMSK), Mechanical Shock, Variable Vibration Frequency, Solder Heat Resistance (SHR)

2.1.6.2.4 LED Driver - Minimum efficiency of 85% rated to operate up to 40 °C Input Voltage: capable of 240/250 (±10%) volt, single phase Operating frequency will be 50/60 Hz RoHS compliant (see http://www.rohs.eu/english/index.html) Compliant with FCC 47 CFR part 15 non-consumer RFI/EMI standards Lifetime rating of 100,000 hours at full load and 25 °C ambient as supported by manufacturer warranty. Minimum Time Between Failures (MBTF = total hours of testing / number of failures) greater than 300,000 hours at full load and 25 °C ambient.

Note: Products that meet the above minimum requirements have been in use in commercial and residential applications for many years and are listed under the Department of Energy Star program and/or Design Lights Consortium (DLC).

2.1.6.3 Environmental Control Unit (ECU) – Authorized refrigerant is 407c or 410a. HVAC units will be energy efficient, provide air exchange, the ability to effectively operate in humid environments, and have dehumidification capability. The ECU heating and cooling systems will be sized to meet air quality and comfort needs in an extreme desert environment and be designed to reliably operate within an extreme desert environment. Specifically, the ECU will have capacity to maintain occupied interior RLB temperatures within a comfortable range between 70-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Electrical connections will be dust and weather resistant. An individual on/off control switch will be placed in the immediate proximity of each HVAC system. The ECU will meet the IEC 60309 CEE-17 standard, with a minimum IP44 rating. Pre-wiring of connections along with a plug and play design for easy on-site installation and replacement is required. ECU will be able to heat and cool both sides of the divided RLB. RLB ECUs will include a programmable thermostat(s). All RLBs will come with sufficient heat exchanger/air ventilation per RLB to provide/ensure ventilation air exchange minimums as defined by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers, 62.1 standards for Barracks Sleeping Areas. Make-up air will be filtered. Filters will be washable and/or be easily replaced. Power for the ECU will come from the RLB main distribution panel. For ECU units not affixed to RLBs, a black painted metal stand will be used.