Attachment 0001 SOW.docx

SCOPE OF WORK

PROJECT: REPLACEMENT AND RELOCATION OF 480V-277V LIGHTING TRANSFORMER AND SWITCHES

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, testing, and incidental items necessary to disconnect, relocate, reconnect, test, and place into operation the existing 480V to 277V lighting transformer and disconnect switches. The transformer shall be relocated from its existing location to the location indicated on Figure 1 of the contract drawings.

The work includes, but is not limited to, the installation of new conduit systems, conductors, supports, grounding and bonding components, equipment labeling, testing, and restoration required to provide a complete and operational electrical distribution system.

The work will be completed at Kentucky Lock: 265 Kentucky lock rd., Grand Rivers Ky 42045

1.2 RELATED WORK

The Contractor shall coordinate all outages, shutdowns, and tie-ins with the Lock Personnel. Work affecting facility operations shall be scheduled and performed during approved outage windows.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 EXISTING CONDITIONS

Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall verify existing field conditions, equipment ratings, conductor sizes, conduit routing, and clearances. Any discrepancies between contract documents and field conditions shall be reported to the Contracting Officer prior to proceeding with work.

2.2 TRANSFORMER RELOCATION

a. De-energize the existing transformer and disconnect switches in accordance with approved Lockout/Tagout procedures.

b. Disconnect existing primary, secondary, grounding, and bonding conductors.

c. Remove the existing transformer from its current location and transport it to the new location identified in Figure 1.

d. Install the transformer on a suitable mounting structure or housekeeping pad as required by field conditions and contract drawings.

e. Provide all required anchorage, supports, seismic restraints, and hardware.

2.3 CONDUIT INSTALLATION

a. Furnish and install new conduit from the existing electrical source to the relocated transformer location and from the transformer to the associated lighting distribution equipment.

b. Conduit shall be installed in accordance with contract drawings, NEC requirements, UFC criteria, and manufacturer recommendations.

c. Provide conduit fittings, expansion fittings where required, pull boxes, junction boxes, supports, hangers, and accessories necessary for a complete installation.

d. Penetrations through walls, floors, or ceilings shall be sealed and firestopped to maintain existing fire-resistance ratings.

2.4 CONDUCTORS

a. Furnish and install new conductors as required for transformer primary and secondary connections.

b. Conductors shall be copper, insulated, and sized in accordance with NEC ampacity requirements and transformer ratings.

c. Terminate conductors using manufacturer-approved lugs and connectors.

d. Verify proper phase rotation and conductor identification prior to energization.

2.5 GROUNDING AND BONDING

a. Provide grounding and bonding in accordance with NEC Article 250, UFC requirements, and project specifications.

b. Bond all metallic raceways, enclosures, and equipment associated with the transformer installation.

2.6 IDENTIFICATION

Provide engraved nameplates and equipment labeling for the relocated transformer, associated panels, disconnects, pull boxes, and junction boxes in accordance with project specifications and facility standards.

3.0 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

3.1 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

Perform the following tests after installation and prior to energization:

a. Continuity testing of conductors.

b. Verification of grounding and bonding system integrity.

c. Insulation resistance testing where applicable.

d. Verification of transformer input and output voltages.

e. Verification of proper operation of connected lighting circuits.

f. Functional testing of all affected equipment.

3.2 ACCEPTANCE

The relocated transformer and associated systems shall demonstrate satisfactory operation and shall be accepted by the Government prior to project closeout.

4.0 SUBMITTALS

Submit the following in accordance with SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

a. Product data for conduit, conductors, fittings, and accessories.

b. Transformer manufacturer data, if replacement components are provided.

c. Testing and commissioning reports.

d. Record drawings identifying final conduit routing and transformer location.

5.0 CODES AND STANDARDS

All work shall comply with the latest editions of the following:

a. Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).

b. National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

c. National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), where applicable.

d. OSHA regulations.

e. EM 385-1-1 Safety and Occupational Health Requirements.

f. Installation-specific standards and requirements.

5.0 SECURITY

a. General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures—this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

b. Physical security and access control requirements: All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on DoD property in the US shall be vetted by the District Security Office using the National Crime database and Terrorist Screening Database. Contract personnel shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements specified in facility policies and procedures. Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

Since the work is being done within a controlled area but is expected to last less than six months, the investigation requirements fall under Category B1 for US Citizens and Category C for Foreign Nationals. Contract employees will need to be supervised/ escorted by a Corps employee while within the restricted area. In the event it is determined the contract will extend beyond six months, the contractor will need to comply with the requirements in Category B2 for US Citizens. Guidance and forms for the requirements are available on the Nashville District Public Website:

https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Submit-ArticleCS/Programs/Article/3667149/contracting/ Foreign National Contractors: Follow the guidance on the website specified in Category C – Foreign National Contractors.

Contract and sub-contract employees are not authorized to begin work on any contract until investigation requirements have been completed and notification has been made by the COR or the District Security Office.”

If the work is being performed in a restricted area, there are restrictions on use of persons either imprisoned or previously convicted of a felony. The Contractor shall not employ in the performance of this contract any person undergoing a sentence of imprisonment imposed by any court of a State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, or the US Federal Government. The Contractor shall not employ in the performance of this contract any person who has been convicted of a felony imposed by any court of a State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or the US Federal Government.

c. Suspicious Activity Reporting training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something): All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior, and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall receive training on the local Suspicious Activity Reporting Program. This training identifies behavioral indicators and provides guidance reporting suspicious activity. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training. The iWatch training for contractors is available at:

https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Submit-ArticleCS/Programs/Article/3667149/contracting/ Additional Optional Information Regarding Suspicious Activity Reporting is below:

Alabama Suspicious Activity Report: https://app.alea.gov/SAR/ Eye On Kentucky program (report anonymously suspicious criminal or terrorist activity) https://homelandsecurity.ky.gov/Pages/Report-Suspicious-Activity.aspx ; Tennessee Suspicious Activity Report https://www.tn.gov/safety/homeland-security/report-suspicious-activity.html ; and Homeland Security “See Something Say Something” https://www.dhs.gov/see-something-say-something .

d. Escorting in classified and/or sensitive areas: In accordance with applicable regulations, all contract personnel who do not possess the appropriate security clearance or access privileges will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified information or operations, sensitive information or activities, or restricted areas. Escorts must be USACE employees and never other contractors. Note Escort Requirement will no longer be required once the Contract Representative has been notified a favorable long-term investigation (Category B3) has been completed. B3 not required for extremely short maintenance or repair contracts in which the contractor will be escorted throughout project completion (under 30 days).

e. Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements. Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

Contractors and/or potential contractors wishing to attend a pre-bid meeting held at or in LRN restricted/controlled areas (such as a Power Plant or Navigation Lock) shall submit a Nashville District (LRN) Security Access Form to the Nashville District Point of Contact (LRN POC) five (5) days prior to the site visit or meeting. If submitting the document in less than five days, the Offeror/Bidder may not receive approval for participation. The LRN POC will notify the Contractor if the request is approval or denied. Any pre-bid meeting which will cover anything other than public domain information shall be limited to US Citizens, except under unique circumstances. The Security Access Form and guidance is available at https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Submit-ArticleCS/Programs/Article/3667149/contracting/ All contract employees and subcontractors shall conduct themselves in a proper manner at all times. No alcoholic or intoxicating beverages or substances or illegal drugs or controlled substances not prescribed by a physician shall be possessed, consumed, or be under the influence of any such substance while on Government property.

The Contractor shall remove from the site any individual whose continued employment is deemed by the appointed receiving agent to be contrary to the public interest or inconsistent with the best interests of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Contracting Officer or the appointed receiving agent will require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site anyone who is incompetent or who endangers persons or property or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee’s ability to satisfactorily perform the work. Notification to the Contractor will be made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification will be verbal and will be confirmed in writing as soon as possible. No such removal, however, will reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all work required under this contract and immediate replacement shall be made as required.

f. Release of Information: The contractor shall not make available to the news media or publicly disclose any data generated or reviewed under this contract. Any inquiry received by the contractor for information concerning work performed under this contract shall be referred to the Government for evaluation under the Freedom of Information Act of 1975, Public Law 93-502, 5 U.S.C., Section 552. The determination of whether records will be released will remain with the Government. The contractor shall assist the COR in compiling information or records for submission upon request by the government. Reports and data generated under this contract shall become the property of the Government and distribution to any other source by the contractor, unless authorized is prohibited.

Figure 1(new ocation)

Figure 2 (overall condition)

Figure 3 ( switch Boxes)

Figure 4 (wiring behind switch boxes)

Figure 5 (transformer information)

Figure 6 (conduit holes)

Figure 7 (transformer wiring)

Figure 8 (access)

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