Attachment 01 Statement of Work.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION OF BASE ENGINEERING REQUIREMENTS

SABER

CONTRACT

AT

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON

SOLICITATION NO. FA4418-26-R0004

Revision 1

31 July 2024

628TH CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON

210 WEST STEWART AVENUE (BLDG 721)

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SC 29404

1.0 TO Description

2.0 Work by the Government

3.0 Performance Capabilities

3.1 Contract Manager

3.2 Cost Estimator

3.3 Quality Control Manager

3.4 Project Superintendent

3.5 Safety Manager

3.6 Subcontractor Pool

4.0 Conflict of Interest

5.0 Technical Design Support

6.0 Design and Construction Requirements

6.1 Codes

6.2 Code Availability

6.3 Order of Precedence

6.4 Environmental Specifications

6.5 Manufacturer’s Instructions

7.0 Quality Control

7.1 Contractor QC Responsibility

7.1.1 QC Plan Submission

7.1.2 Documentation

7.1.2.1 Appointment Letter

7.1.2.2 QC Plan

7.1.3 QC Coordination Meeting

7.1.4 Construction QC

7.1.5 Design QC

8.0 Health and Safety

8.1 Health and Safety Plan

8.1.1 Initial Meeting

9.0 Daily Production/QC/Safety Reports

10.0 Contractor Use of Premises

10.1 Site Office

10.2 Open Storage Area

11.0 Protection of Contractor’s Equipment & Government Property

12.0 Provisions on CO Authority

13.0 TO Pricing

13.1 Terms Explained

13.1.1 Line Item Costs

13.1.2 Unit Price Book (UPB)

13.1.3 RSMeans® Price Book (MPB)

13.1.4 Non Pre-Priced (NPP)

13.1.5 Selective Demolition Line Item

13.1.6 Removal and Replacement Line Item

13.1.7 Government Furnished Equipment and Materials

13.1.8 Local Area Adjustment Factor

13.1.9 Coefficient

13.2 How to Calculate a Task Order Price

13.2.1 Total UPB Cost

13.2.2 Localized Total UPB Cost

13.2.3 Pre-Priced Total TO Cost

13.2.4 Total NPP Cost

13.2.5 NPP Total TO Cost

13.2.6 Task Order Cost

13.3 Keeping Prices Current

14.0 Computer Requirements

14.1 Minimum Hardware Requirements

14.2 Minimum Software Requirements

14.3 Task Order Preparation

14.4 Unit Price Book

14.5 Hard Copies

14.6 Software Updates

14.7 CADD Requirements

15.0 Communication

16.0 Construction Start-Up Period

17.0 Pre-Performance Conference

18.0 Ordering Procedures

18.1 Site Visit

18.2 Contractors Proposal

18.2.1 Cover Sheet Including the SOW

18.2.2 Detailed TO Cost Proposal

18.2.2.1 Estimates of Pre-Priced Items

18.2.2.2 Estimates of Non-Pre-Priced Items

18.2.2.3 Estimated Quantities

18.2.2.4 Accuracy

18.2.3 Proposed Period of Performance

18.2.4 Submittal Register

18.2.5 Supporting Documents

18.3 Negotiations

18.4 Estimates of TO’s in Advance of Funding

19.0 Commencement, Prosecution, Completion and Payment for Work

19.1 Notice to Proceed (NTP)

19.2 Preparatory Meetings

19.3 Inspection by the Government

19.4 Progress Reports

19.5 Progress Meetings

19.6 Payment

20.0 Weather Days

21.0 Hours of Work

21.1 Holidays

21.2 Request to Work Outside of Standard Working Hours

22.0 Jobsite Verification & Government Furnished Record Drawings

23.0 Submittals, RFIs & RFVs

23.1 TO Submittal Register

23.2 Administrative Submittals

23.3 Material Submittals

23.4 Site Plan Submittal

23.5 Request for Information

23.6 Request for variance

23.7 Review Period

24.0 Permits & Outages

24.1 Outage request

24.2 Road Closures

24.3 Emergency Outages/Closures

24.4 Communication Utilities

24.5 Temporary Utilities

24.6 Base Civil Engineer Work Clearance Request/Dig Permits

24.7 Hot Work Permits

24.8 Environmental permits

24.9 Defense Logistics Agency

25.0 Excavation

26.0 Testing of Materials

27.0 Pre-Final and Final Inspections

27.1 Pre-Final Inspection

27.2 Functional Testing

27.3 Final Inspection/Beneficial Occupancy Date

27.4 Project Closeout

28.0 Project Closeout

28.1 Real Property Records

28.2 Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals/Data

28.3 Warranty

29.0 Contractor As-Built/Record Drawings

30.0 Work in Occupied Areas

31.0 Construction Site Maintenance

32.0 Transportation of Construction Equipment

33.0 Fire Regulations

34.0 Security Requirements

35.0 Areas With Special Considerations

35.1 Airfield

35.2 Waterfront

35.3 Navy Consolidated Brig

35.4 NPTU

35.5 Munitions Storage Area

36.0 Work in Elevated Security Areas

37.0 Explosive Actuated Tools

38.0 Recording & Preserving Historical & Archeological Finds

39.0 Use of Tobacco

40.0 Environmental Management Systems

41.0 Government Furnished Services

41.1 Government Furnished Utilities

41.2 Toilets

41.3 Telephone Services

41.4 Refuse Collection

41.5 Insect and Rodent Control

41.6 Security Police and Fire Protection

41.7 Elevators

42.0 Emergencies

43.0 Evacuations Due to Severe Weather

44.0 Barriers & Enclosures

44.1 Indoor Barricades

44.2 Outdoor Barricades

44.3 Fencing

45.0 Hazardous Materials

1. TO Description

1.1. The contractor shall provide all management, labor, material, equipment, (unless furnished by the Government), transportation, supervision and minor designs to accomplish simultaneous projects for a broad range of maintenance, repair and minor construction work on real property at Joint Base Charleston (JB CHS) and its outlying properties, which includes Joint Base Charleston - Air Base (JB CHS- AB) located in North Charleston, SC, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station (JB CHS-WS) located in Goose Creek, SC, Joint Base Recreational Area - Short Stay (SSRA) located in Moncks Corner, SC, North Auxiliary Airfield (NAF) located in North, SC, Shaw Air Force Base located in Sumter, SC, Defense Fuel Supply Point (DFSP) located in North Charleston, SC, Navy Consolidated Brig located in Hanahan, SC, and Nuclear Power Training Unit (NPTU) located in Goose Creek, SC. Facilities include, but are not limited to, airfield support, research and development, waterfront, medical, academic, secure areas, infrastructure, administrative, institutional, pavements, industrial, etc. Prompt response and execution of all TOs is required. The Contractor will be required to maintain a local office to facilitate receipt of each Task Order Proposal Request (TOPR) and provide other services.

1.2. The Government will provide only basic design information for each TOPR. The

Contractor shall provide limited design services after an individual TO award is made, normally up to no more than conceptual design (i.e. sketches, pdf markups, simple calculations, manufacturer/vendor provided calculations and shop drawings) and complete as-built drawings. The TOPR shall specify if a 35% or greater design is also required, and this will be part of a negotiated cost. The Contractor shall provide sufficient technical support and project management to assure quality and completeness of TO proposals, accommodate a number of concurrent “active” projects, provide flexibility of design staff and subcontractor pool to handle rapid increases in work volume, process submittals in a timely manner, and perform according to schedule. The contractor shall be required to manage and execute the normal workload of up to fifty (50) concurrent projects, and up to seventy-five (75) total projects in a given year. It is estimated that less than ten percent (10%) of all work will be required during other than normal working hours.

2. Work by the Government. The Government reserves the right to accomplish work, the same type or similar work as contracted for herein, using Government or other contractor work forces, as the Government deems necessary or desirable, and to do so will not breach or otherwise violate this contract.

3. Performance Capabilities: As a minimum, the contractor shall maintain the following management and technical support personnel throughout the duration of this contract for work exclusively on Task Orders (TO). The Contractor must have the necessary background, supervision, equipment and qualified personnel in order to execute this contract which consists of the design, negotiations and construction of 10-50 multi- discipline projects being worked on simultaneously. An organizational flow chart shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) at the commencement of the contract. The CO shall be notified in writing within 24 hours of any personnel changes and a new organizational flow chart shall be submitted within ten (10) business days. Sufficient number of management and technical support personnel must be maintained to meet TO workload:

3.1. Senior Project Manager (SPM): The Contractor shall provide one (1) on-site SPM for the base contract. The SPM will provide overall contract management of the prime contract to include; subcontract purchasing and administration, review of material submittals and shop drawings, full authority to develop cost proposals, negotiate, sign award/modify paperwork, supervise individual Project Managers, attend all joint Government/Contractor weekly status meetings as well as pre-performance site visits, pre-final and final inspections. The SPM shall be permitted to be dual hatted as a Cost Estimator or Project Manager, but not both.

3.1.1. The SPM shall either:

3.1.2. Possess a bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, mechanical or electrical engineering, construction management, construction engineering, architectural engineering, or in architecture; AND possess at least 5 years of multidisciplinary commercial construction experience

OR

3.1.3. Possess a minimum of 10 years of multidisciplinary commercial construction experience, including at least 5 years as the primary manager of a contract similar in scope to the acquisition.

3.1.4. Submit all names and qualifications on JB CHS Transmittal Form 4025 for

SPM(s) to be approved by the CO.

3.1.5. Throughout the life of this contract, whenever there are active TOs, the SPM shall be available to meet with the CO, or designated representative, within one

(1) hour for emergency situations and eight (8) hours for routine situations after notification by telephone. The SPM shall be available to meet with the CO within 24 hours when there are no active TOs. The CO must be able to contact the SPM by phone at all times. The SPM shall carry a cellular phone for immediate response to contract requirements. The Contractor shall notify the CO and the Government Project Manager (GPM) when the SPM plans to be absent for more than two (2) consecutive workdays. Prior to returning to the project, the SPM shall notify the CO and the GPM.

3.2. Cost Estimator: Provide estimating and negotiating support with experience in development of detailed quantity take-off and cost estimates for multi-discipline commercial construction projects. Primary estimator/negotiator must have previous experience in detailed (line-item) cost estimation, including computer estimation using industry-standard contractor’s Automated Estimating System (AES). The cost Estimators shall have previously held a position with demonstrable similar responsibilities for a minimum of 5 years and shall have completed a course in cost estimating using line item estimating methods based upon RSMeans® cost data. The cost estimator must be located in the local office and available to attend all initial site visits.

3.2.1. Submit all names and qualifications on an JB CHS Transmittal Form 4025 for

Cost Estimator(s) to be approved by the CO.

3.2.2. Contractor shall provide a minimum of two (2) Cost Estimators for the duration of the contract and shall increase the number of Cost Estimators as necessary to estimate awarded, planned & new requirements being scoped. The pre-award TO to Cost Estimator ratio shall not exceed 15:1.

3.3. Quality Control Manager (QCM): Provide quality control management for all TOs.

QCM shall conduct a minimum of twice daily site visits to each active project site to ensure full compliance with all safety requirements, verification that the work and materials in place and stored on site are in accordance with the approved construction drawings, shop drawings and material submittals. If there are problems at the site during construction, the QCM shall conduct additional site visits as necessary to correct any problematic construction issues that arise. QCM shall submit field notes recording activities at each TO site, prepare daily Quality Control Reports, and attend all pre-final and final inspections. QCM shall have experience and extensive knowledge in quality control management of multidiscipline (at a minimum, multidiscipline shall include civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing disciplines) commercial construction TOs. QCMs shall not work for the Project Manager (PMS) or the Senior Project Manager (SPMM). QCMs shall have previously held a QCM position for a minimum of five (5) years and shall have completed the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Construction Quality Management for Contractors course. The QCM shall direct the execution of the Contractor’s QC Plan with responsibility for administration of the plan and inspection of work. The QCM is required to be present for all special inspections and as requested by the COR and by the SOW. The QCM shall be available during normal duty hours within one (1) hour after notification to meet with the CO at a location selected by the CO. One (1) week prior to the start of work on any TO, the contractor shall identify on a weekly status report to the CO, or designated representative, the name of the individual to serve as QCM. The only role that a QCM shall be permitted to be dual hatted in is the role of a Safety Manager (SM).

3.3.1. The Contractor shall provide at least three (3) QCMs for the duration of the contract and shall increase the number of QCMs to ensure the Active TO to QCM ratio does not exceed 5:1.

3.3.2. Submit all names and qualifications on an JB CHS Transmittal Form 4025 for

QCM(s) in accordance with Section 23, to be approved by the CO.

3.4. Project Manager (PM): Provide on-site superintendence for all active TOs. The PM shall be responsible for the proper coordination and timeliness of the work, and for the proper workmanship of all trades. Site supervision shall include a minimum of twice daily site visits to each active TO site, submission of detailed progress reports (AF

Form 3065) for each TO, scheduling and coordination of subcontractors and material suppliers, and attendance at all pre-performance site visits, pre-final, and final inspections. Project Mangers shall have experience as a PM (exclusive of time employed as a tradesman or working foreman) for a general contracting firm overseeing one or more multi-discipline commercial construction projects. The PM shall have previously held a position with demonstrable similar responsibilities for a minimum of 3 years. One (1) week prior to the start of work on any TO, the contractor shall identify on a weekly status report to the CO, or designated representative, the name of the individual to serve as PM. Subcontractors may not perform duties of the

PM.

3.4.1. Contractor shall provide at least three (3) PMs for the duration of the contract and shall increase the number of PMs to ensure the TO to PM ratio does not exceed 7:1.

3.4.2. Submit all names and qualifications on a JB CHS Transmittal Form 4025 for

PM(s) to be approved by the CO.

3.5. Safety Manager (SM): The Contractor shall provide two (2) on-site SM(s) for the base contract. The SM shall have completed the OSHA 30 certification course and provide documentation to the CO prior to issuance of the basic contract. The SM will ensure full compliance with all safety requirements as outlined in the Contractor’s approved Safety and Health Plan. The SM shall conduct daily site visits for each active TO where work is underway. The SM(s) training, experience, and qualifications shall meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 1 entitled SITE SAFETY AND

HEALTH OFFICER (SSHO).

3.5.1. Submit all names and qualifications on a JB CHS Transmittal Form 4025 for

SM(s) to be approved by the CO.

3.5.2. The only role that a SM shall be permitted to be dual hatted in is the role of a Quality Control Manager (QCM).

3.6. Subcontractor Pool: The Contractor shall retain a suitable group of sub-contracting staff that will enable them to adequately complete any project or number of projects that the Government may award. The Contractor shall retain an ample number of sub-contractors in each discipline to maintain the pace of work. Similarly, the Contractor shall not be granted a longer performance period during Task Order negotiations or request a performance period extension because they do not retain adequate staff or sub-contractors to properly execute awarded projects.

3.6.1. In order to demonstrate the Contractor is maintaining an adequate subcontractor pool, the Contractor shall provide a list of subcontractors from which quotes were obtained, and at the request of the CO shall be prepared to provide copies of the quotes with pricing data redacted, with each Task Order proposal.

4. Conflict of Interest: If any former Government employee is considered as a potential hire for the Contractor, then 628 ABW/JA must first be consulted as the potential for conflict of interest in accordance with the Joint Ethics Regulation (JER) 5500.07-R Section 6 and DoDI

1402.1 exists.

5. Technical Design Support: The Contractor shall employ, or retain via subcontract, licensed professional engineers and architects with multidiscipline design experience so as to perform the incidental design necessary to accomplish work required in each TO. Areas of required technical design competence shall include, but are not limited to; architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, fire protection and communications. This requirement provides the Government with a measure of demonstrated assurance that a competent authority oversees the contractor’s design and project planning activities but shall not be construed to imply that all designs require licensed professional engineering signature and stamp.

5.1. Design documents submitted by the contractor, subcontractor, and any lower tier subcontractor, pursuant to a construction contract, shall detail the proposed fabrication and assembly of structural elements and/or the installation (i.e., form fit, and attachment details) of materials or equipment. The Government will not normally require design or stamped design documents in excess of a conventional design developed to a 35% stage, except as required to obtain required permits, comply with UFC/code requirements, or as determined necessary by the government. The design documents provided must have sufficient detail to enable the Government to understand both the cost proposal and the proposed method of work, and must be accomplished by a degreed engineer or architect in the relevant field of the scope. For the purpose of this requirement, design documents include plans, shop drawings, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, specifications, 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 reserves the right to duplicate, use, and disclose in any manner and for any purpose any design documents delivered under this contract.

5.1.1. SABER 35% Design Deliverable Standard (Architectural)

Legend and Abbreviations Floor Plans – Provide all floor plans, new and demolition, indicating room names and dimensions Building Elevations – Provide all building elevations indicating all exterior materials Roof Plan – Provide a plan of all roof areas, indicating direction of slope and method of drainage

5.1.2. SABER 35% Design Deliverable Standard (Civil)

Existing Site and Demolition Plan Site Plan Water/Sanitary Sewer Plan

Grading and Drainage Plan

5.1.3. SABER 35% Design Deliverable Standard (Structural)

• Foundation Plans. Include for all structures, showing dimensions, arrangements, elevations, locations referred to a column line grid system, type of foundation and foundation obstructions. Include the layout of all parts, including but not limited to, slabs, footings, piers, grade beams, and piles, showing all foundation features of the design.

• Framing Plans. Include a framing plan for each structural level of the facility, showing dimensions, elevations, and column locations and numbering referenced to a column line grid system, and overall sizes of major members and components. Show the layout of system, including, but not limited to, beams, joists, and stringers.

• Structural Details. Show typical details of construction, indicating the connection and relationship between major components of the structural system.

• Structural Elevations. Show general sizes, location and arrangement of all significant features of the vertical framing system, such as columns, walls, and beams.

• Structural General Notes.

5.1.4. SABER 35% Design Deliverable Standard (Mechanical)

Plumbing Floor Plan – Show plumbing fixtures, floor drains and equipment locations.

Site Plan – Show connections, such as to base steam distribution, location of propane and oil tanks, and layout of ground coupled heat pump well fields.

HVAC Floor Plan – Show equipment locations, one or two-line duct layout and preliminary piping runs.

Mechanical Room Plan – Show major equipment and maintenance access space.

5.1.5. SABER 35% Design Deliverable Standard (Electrical)

Existing Site and Demolition Plan Site Plan Single Line Diagram Preliminary floor plans with dedicated space clearly identified for electrical and telecommunications rooms Legend and Abbreviations

5.1.6. SABER 35% Design Deliverable Standard (Fire Protection)

Code Compliance Summary Sheets Life Safety plan. Identify locations of fire rated partitions and any horizontal exits).

Fire Suppression plans.

Fire Alarm and Mass Notification System Plans.

Detail Sheets.

5.2. Design submittals shall clearly identify any proposed alternatives from the original design concept envisioned to meet the TO requirements.

5.3. The possibility exists that unforeseen events or unexpected site conditions will require minor modifications to the completed minimum design which require proof of licensing in the state of South Carolina (i.e., an engineer’s stamp). The Government anticipates less than five percent (5%) of the designs will require this type of modification.

However, when such conditions do occur, the Contractor shall provide said proof for the discipline appropriate to the modification.

6. Design and Construction Requirements

6.1. Codes: All design documentation and construction accomplished pursuant to this contract shall comply with the latest edition of the following items, unless the CO directs the Contractor otherwise. Any exception must be approved in writing by the CO prior to construction start-up. Where a conflict exists, the more stringent shall be applied:

6.1.1. Unified Facility Criteria and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS).

These specifications can be accessed and downloaded on line at:

http://www.wbdg.org.Air Force Design Guides.

6.1.2. The Design Guides can be accessed and downloaded online from http://www.wbdg.org.

6.1.3. Air Force Engineering Technical Letters (AFETLs). AFETLs can be accessed and downloaded on line at http://www.wbdg.org.

6.1.4. International Building Code

6.1.5. International Mechanical Code

6.1.6. International Plumbing Code

6.1.7. National Electrical Code

6.1.8. National Fire Protection Code (NFPA), with particulate attention paid to:

6.1.8.1. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code

6.1.8.2. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC)

6.1.8.3. NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

6.1.9. Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

6.1.10. SOW Attachments

6.1.11. EM 385-1-1, US Army Corps of Engineers Safety Manual

6.1.12. ADAAG, Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

6.1.13. Executive Orders

6.1.14. Where appropriate, or required by executive order/Government regulation, the contractors shall install green procurement of environmentally preferable products as indicated in the U.S. EPA-designated Comprehensive Procurement guidelines (CPG) items. Federal agencies must reduce energy use, purchase energy-efficient products, increase the use of renewable energy, and conserve water. The Contractors are required to buy products that comply with federal energy efficiency requirements, and to design and operate buildings to minimize energy. The Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) and the Energy Star program create the product lists for this Green Procurement Program element. Energy conservation requirements affect all building construction, renovation and maintenance TOs.

6.2. Code Availability: The Contractor shall have a copy of each of the following documents for use during the term of the contract, and furnish two (2) complete sets to the Government at the beginning of the contract:

International Building Code International Building Code Illustrated Handbook International Mechanical Code International Plumbing Code National Electric Code National Electric Code Handbook NFPA 101, Life Safety Code NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

6.2.1. The Contractor shall maintain these code books current throughout the life of the contract by obtaining copies of any and all revisions/updates as they become available, not to exceed 60 days of the release of the revision. If there is a conflict between these codes, regulations, and specifications, the most stringent requirement shall apply at all times.

6.3. Order of Precedence: Requirements included in the TO Statement of Work (SOW) shall take precedence over the contract specifications, drawings, sketches and other information provided in the base contract. For conflicts between requirements included in the SOW, the precedence shall be:

UFC

UFGS

Federal Codes State Codes Local Codes

6.3.1. The most stringent requirements shall apply, unless specifically requested in writing by the Government. Likewise, for conflicts between requirements outside of the SOW, the most stringent requirements shall apply, unless specifically requested in writing by the Government.

6.4. Environmental Specifications: The following environmental specifications shall be the specifications used to address environmental protection and controls on all TOs:

6.4.1. SOW Environmental Attachments

6.4.2. The contractor shall perform all activities of this contract in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations.

6.4.3. Joint Base Charleston is committed to recycling as much construction and demolition debris as is practical. The Contractor is required to make every effort to recycle materials including concrete, support metal, etc. Submit monthly and final Recycling and Disposal Report sorted by material type and tonnage (for 628 CES/CEIE records). Use recycled materials in the TOs per FAR 52.223-4, FAR 52.223-9, and EO#13101. Also reference AFI 32-7042, Chapter 3.

6.5. Manufacturer’s Instructions: Manufacturer's instructions pertaining to the use or installation of products, materials, or equipment used or installed in the execution of work under this contract, form a part of these specifications as though specifically set forth herein. These instructions apply whether furnished as a normal, usual, or customary practice of the manufacturer or if furnished in response to a requirement stipulated herein. In the event of conflict between the specification, drawings and manufacturers' instructions, the contractor shall bring such conflict to the attention of the CO for resolution before proceeding with the work involved.

7. Quality Control (QC): The Contractor will be required to institute comprehensive QC

Program in order to ensure that all materials and workmanship are in strict accordance with the provisions of the TO specifications and drawings.

7.1. Contractor QC Responsibility: The Contractor bears full responsibility for QC in all aspects of projects, from design through project completion. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide, inspect, and document the level of quality that has been established by the minimum standards of this SOW and to ensure compliance with the FAR 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction and other contract requirements. The Contractor is responsible for QC and shall establish and maintain an effective quality control system consisting of plans, procedures, personnel, control, instructions, tests, records, forms and organization necessary to manage all TOs to produce end products which comply with the contract requirements. The system shall cover all construction operations, both on site and off site, including work by subcontractors, fabricators, suppliers and purchasing agents and provide trend analysis, corrective action to identify poor performance by any work staff, and the plan for interface with GPMs.

7.1.1. QC Plan Submission: Within fifteen (15) business days of contract award, the

Contractor shall submit the Contractor’s QC Plan for approval to the CO, prior to commencement of any work. This QC Plan shall address all phases of the Contractor’s design and construction process to ensure all components of work meet required standards. Individual QC Plans will not be required for each TO.

7.1.1.1. The Government reserves the right to require the contractor to make changes in their QC Plan and operations, including removal of personnel, as necessary to obtain the quality specified.

7.1.1.2. Separate payment will not be made for providing and maintaining an effective QC Program. All costs associated therewith shall be included in the contractor's coefficient.

7.1.2. Documentation: The Contractor shall submit the following documents to the

CO on an JB CHS Transmittal Form 4025 prior to award of the initial TO:

7.1.2.1. Appointment Letter: A QCM appointment letter signed by an authorized official of the parent company delegating the initial QCM(s) into that assigned position. The appointment letter shall describe the QCMs responsibilities and delegate authority to adequately perform the functions of the QCM, including authority to stop work not in compliance with the contract.

7.1.2.2. QC Plan: The QC Plan shall include, but not limited to the following:

Description and details of the QC organization, including an organizational chart showing clear lines of authority.

The name, qualifications (in resume format), duties, responsibilities, and authorities of each person assigned a QCM function.

Procedures for scheduling, reviewing, certifying, and managing submittals, including those of subcontractors, off site fabricators, suppliers, and purchasing agents.

Description and details of the Contractor’s inspection system to monitor the execution of any task completed under this contract.

Description of specific areas to be inspected on a scheduled or unscheduled basis, how often inspections will be accomplished, and titles of the individuals who will perform the inspections.

Procedures for tracking preparatory, initial, and follow-up phases of control, verification, and acceptance tests including documentation.

Description and details of procedures for tracking construction deficiencies and their causes from identification through acceptable corrective action. These procedures will establish verification that identified deficiencies have been corrected.

Reporting procedures, including proposed reporting formats.

Any changes to the approved QC plan shall be submitted to the CO for approval.

7.1.3. QC Coordination Meeting: Before issuance of any TO under this contract, and prior to acceptance by the Government of the QC Plan, the Contractor shall meet with the CO and GPM to discuss the Contractor's QC plan. The QC Plan shall be submitted for review a minimum of five (5) business days prior to the QC Coordination Meeting. During the meeting, a mutual understanding of the plan’s details shall be developed, including the forms for recording the QC operations, control activities, testing, administration of the plan for both on-site and off-site work, and the interrelationship of the Contractor's management and control with the Government's quality assurance. Minutes of the meeting shall be prepared by the Contractor and signed by both the Contractor and the CO.

The minutes shall become a part of the contract file. There may be occasions when subsequent conferences will be called by either party to reconfirm mutual understanding and/or address deficiencies in the QC plan or procedures which may require corrective action by the Contractor.

7.1.4. Construction QC: In the event that the QCM is unfamiliar with the portion of work completed by a subcontractor, the contractor shall provide inspectors to assist the QCM for every CSI discipline including electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, environmental, architectural, and materials technician. The inspector will sign the QC report to indicate that the work is in compliance with the relevant code/standard.

7.1.5. Design QC: The Contractor shall thoroughly review all design submittals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract requirements, and shall indicate its approval thereon as evidence of such coordination and review. The Contractor shall include constructability, architectural and system compatibility, operability, and maintainability considerations in each review.

7.1.5.1. Prior to submittal, the Contractor’s QCM shall check and approve all items, and sign and date each item indicating action taken. If the TO requires drawings, each of the Contractor's appropriate reviewing officials shall sign or initial the drawings as evidence of review. The CO may refuse any drawings submitted without evidence of the Contractor's review, coordination, and approval. The CO's approval 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.

7.1.5.2. The Contractor shall have ready access to design advisors for each discipline capable of physically visiting the job site within 48 hours of notification to resolve specific technical issues as required. These design advisors shall have a minimum education and/or experience as noted:

7.1.5.3. Architectural: Graduate Architect with at least four (4) years of experience in the type of work being performed.

7.1.5.4. Civil Engineer: Graduate Civil Engineer with at least four (4) years of experience in the type of work being performed.

7.1.5.5. Structural Engineer: Graduate Structural Engineer with at least four (4) years of experience in the type of work being performed.

7.1.5.6. Mechanical Engineer: Graduate Mechanical Engineer with at least four

(4) years of experience in the type of work being performed.

7.1.5.7. Electrical Engineer: Graduate Electrical Engineer with at least four (4) years of experience in the type of work being performed.

7.1.5.8. Environmental Engineer: Graduate Environmental Engineer with at least two (2) years of experience in the type of work being performed or technician with at least five (5) years related experience.

7.1.5.9. Materials Technician: Technician with at least three (3) years related experience in the appropriate area, for the type of work being performed.

8. Health and Safety: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with the applicable regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during the execution of work and shall hold the Government harmless for any action on his part or that of his employee or subcontractors, which results in illness, injury or death. The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal (OSHA), state and local safety and health requirements and the United States Army Corps of Engineers’ Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1). Where there is a conflict between applicable regulations, the most stringent shall apply. These programs shall include the education and training of employees and subcontractors' personnel in the recognition, avoidance, and prevention of unsafe conditions.

8.1. Health & Safety Plan: The Contractor shall establish and maintain a safety plan in accordance with EM 385-1-1 to ensure the safety requirements of the contract are provided as specified throughout the duration of this contract. The safety plan shall be provided as specified and submitted to the CO within fifteen (15) business days following award of the contract. The safety plan shall be subject to Government approval. Commencement of work shall not occur prior to obtaining Government approval of the Safety Plan. Contractor compliance with the safety plan will be monitored by the Government. Contractor shall modify the Safety Plan, as needed, during the performance of this contract.

8.1.1. Initial Meeting: Within thirty (30) business days of contract award, and prior to the start of any work under this contract, representatives of the contractor shall meet with the CO and GPMs to review the Contractor's Health and Safety Program, and to discuss implementation of all safety and health provisions pertinent to the work performed under the contract. The Contractor shall describe, in detail, the measures they intend to take in order to control any unsafe or unhealthy conditions associated with the work performed under the contract. The contractor's QCM, PM, and SM shall attend this meeting.

8.1.2. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring subcontractors provide necessary support to satisfy requirements. The Contractor shall include a stipulation in all subcontracts to require subcontractors to comply with the safety provisions as applicable.

8.1.3. The Contractor shall conduct initial and periodic training for their employees and ensure that all subcontractor employees have had proper safety and awareness training.

8.1.4. Contractors, whose employees work more than 1000 hours per quarter on a government installation, are required to provide their OSHA 300 information and TCIR/DART rates by 15 January each year to the contracting officer for submission as part of the installation’s annual VPP self-evaluation report.

8.1.5. The Contractor must also identify the process and procedures the contractor will use to track compliance with the Safety and Health Plan, and the process and procedures that will be used to correct violations.

8.1.6. The Contractor shall ensure that any person on their construction site, including workers, superintendents, suppliers, QC personnel and any Government personnel wear hard hats and all other required safety equipment (i.e., safety shoes/boots, reflective vests, eye protection, ear protection, face shields, welding leathers, gloves, etc.).

8.1.7. Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall record and report to the CO within one

(1) hour of occurrence all available facts relating to each instance of injury to either the Contractor, Subcontractor or Government personnel, or damage to Government property. In the event of an accident or mishap, the contractor shall take prudent and reasonable action to establish control of the accident or mishap scene, until relieved by the CO, or designated agent of the CO. If the Government elects to conduct an investigation of the accident or mishap, the contractor and/or subcontractor shall cooperate fully and assist Government personnel in the investigation until such is complete.

8.1.8. Any safety violations/accidents shall be clearly annotated on the daily QC/production reports along with specific corrective actions taken.

9. Daily Production/QC/Safety Reports: The Contractor shall maintain, on-site, current records providing documented evidence that the required QC inspections, tests and other activities have been conducted by the Contractor and the necessary corrective actions taken.

These records shall include the work of subcontractors and suppliers. Documentation shall be in a format acceptable to the CO and designated representative. These reports shall begin upon NTP and cover the period of Sunday to Saturday to include holidays. These reports shall be provided to the Government by close of business the following Monday and signed by the QCM and TO Superintendent.

9.1. Content of these reports shall include:

1. The number of Contractor and subcontractors working on the TO, their area of responsibility and the total number of man-hours worked.

2. Running log of operating plant/equipment, documenting the date mobilized to the site, definable features and activities for which equipment was utilized, and the date demobilized from the site. This includes dumpsters.

This applies to any equipment not covered under the coefficient.

3. Test and/or control activities performed with results and references to specifications/drawings requirements. List deficiencies noted along with corrective action.

4. Quantity of materials received at the site with statement as to acceptability, storage, and reference to the approved submittals and specifications/drawings requirements.

5. Job safety and CSI discipline evaluations stating what was checked, results, and instructions or corrective actions.

6. CO direction on conflicts in plans and/or specifications.

7. Weather conditions encountered.

8. Any delays encountered in accordance with FAR 52.249-10 Default (Fixed

Price Construction)

9. Contractor's verification statement that equipment and materials incorporated in the work and workmanship comply with the contract.

10. Detailed description of all work performed.

11. Pictures depicting work performed during that period shall be attached.

12. In the event that work was not performed, an explanation as to why shall be annotated on the report.

13. The amount of estimated quantities used (if applicable)

10. Contractor Use of Premises: The Government shall offer a location for the Contractor’s site office and open storage area on Joint Base Charleston Air Base and Weapons Station locations.

10.1 Site Office: If the Contractor elects to utilize the location offered by the

Government, the Contractor shall provide a modular building or trailer for his/her own office and shop space. The site office shall be manned during standard business hours. The color of the building or trailer must match the existing base color scheme. The Contractor is responsible for mobilization, set-up, location and making of utility connections. The Contractor shall anchor the building securely and install appropriate skirting, provide safe and proper entrances and exits, and ensure the building conforms to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

10.2 Open Storage Area: The lot where the site office trailer is located shall be used as the contract laydown/open storage. The Contractor will install a security fence with screening (dark brown geo-fabric). The Contractor shall maintain the fence in a serviceable condition at all times and keep the fence line clear of weeds and trash. The Contractor shall keep the storage area neat, orderly, and clear of all debris. Also, the Contractor shall not allow trash or other debris to scatter from this area by wind or other means. Upon completion of this contract, the Contractor will return the lot to its pre-existing condition prior to release of final payment.

Any modifications/improvements to the area shall remain the property of the Government.

10.2.1 The Contractor shall erect a sign for his/her office and/or storage area. The sign(s) shall be in compliance with Joint Base Charleston requirements and color scheme and approved by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) before being erected.

10.2.2 The Contractor shall prepare a site plan indicating the proposed location and dimensions of any area to be fenced and used by the Contractor, the number of trailers to be used, avenues of ingress/egress to the fenced area and details of the fence installation. Any areas which may have to be graveled to prevent the tracking of mud shall also be identified. The Contractor shall also indicate if the use of a supplemental or other staging area is desired.

10.2.3 All Contractor controlled storage trailers and buildings shall have a metal identification sign clearly posted, indicating who to contact in case of emergency.

11 Protection of Contractor’s Equipment & Government Property: All Contractor supplied equipment is the sole responsibility of the Contractor. The Government shall not be liable for any loss or damage to the Contractor's property, including stock, or for expenses incidental to such loss or damage. The Contractor shall secure their materials and protect all equipment from damage. The Contractor is responsible for insuring their own contents. In the event of a fire or damage to either Contractor or Government property, the Contractor shall immediately notify the CO.

11.1 Any equipment/material the Contractor removes, and which requires reinstallation as part of the job requirements, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. All damaged material shall be replaced with equipment/material of equal quality and function by the Contractor at his own expense.

12 Provisions on CO Authority: Only the CO is authorized to make changes to the contract or any TO issued thereunder. No other Government or non-Government official may alter this contract or any TO issued in accordance with the basic contract terms and conditions. The

Contractor is to report any attempts to alter this contract, or any TO, to the CO. In the event the Contractor effects any such changes at the direction of any person other than the CO, the change will be considered to have been made without authority and no adjustment will be made in the contract price to cover any increase in costs incurred as a result thereof.

13 TO Pricing: The Contractor TO pricing shall be accomplished as described below and based on the most economical standard construction practices. Value engineering and design review shall be used in TO design and scope development. Unreasonable methods and/or estimates to accomplish task order tasks will not be accepted.

13.1 Terms and Clarifications:

13.1.1 Line-Item Costs: The cost of a line item shall be the item’s total bare cost based on a national average as defined by RSMeans® Price Book. The RSMeans® labor costs are included as line items of work.

13.1.2 Contract Unit Price Book (UPB): Contract line-item unit prices are to be used as the basis on TO pricing. Estimates composed of the RSMeans® Price Book (MPB) line items and the Custom Price Book (CPB) line items bare costs per unit are used.

13.1.2.1 RSMeans® Price Book (MPB): Includes all items of work from a current year RSMeans® Facilities Cost Data Guide and RSMeans® Assemblies. The line items are priced primarily using contractor furnished RSMeans® electronic data bases. The RSMeans® labor costs are included as line items of work.

13.1.2.2 Custom Price Book (CPB): At the sole discretion of the CO based on substantial and consistent evidence as provided by the contractor, as obtained from other contracts, as demonstrated from government market research, and as supported by independent local market metrics, on a case by case basis the CO may choose to permit the creation of an individual custom line item with material and equipment costs adjusted to reflect a significant disparity between local market conditions and the established RSMeans® Price Book line item costs. A significant disparity is defined as at least 10% difference between material or equipment costs. Labor costs shall be derived for this line item using the RSMeans® productivity and crew cost rates. The contractor shall maintain a record provided to the government of any approved Custom Price Book line items. Approved CPB line items may be updated annually to coincide with the RSMeans® Price Book line item updates based on the most current NAVFAC Building Cost Index (BCI) from the month of the last line item update to January of the new year, or as directed by the CO. Contractor shall not rely on prospective or possible approval of any CPB line item in the development of a proposed coefficient.

13.1.3 Non Pre-Priced (NPP): Are items of work not included in the UPB required for execution of a TO and within the scope and general intent of the contract.

These items must be submitted, approved and/or negotiated.

13.1.3.1 NPP item prices shall be offered from at least three (3) verifiable, independent, acceptable vendors. Quotes shall be submitted and approved by the CO. Equipment and material prices shall be based on the contractor's cost. The Contractor may be required to show proof of its cost upon request. Labor costs shall be derived using the RSMeans® productivity and crew cost rates.

13.1.3.2 The contractor shall maintain a record provided to the government of any approved Non Pre-Priced line items. Approved NPP line items may be updated annually to coincide with the RSMeans® Price Book line item updates based on the most current NAVFAC Building Cost Index (BCI) from the month of the last line item update to January of the new year, or as directed by the CO. Contractor shall not rely on prospective or possible approval of any NPP line item in the development of a proposed coefficient.

13.1.4 Mobilization and Demobilization of Equipment: The following table supplements the RSMeans Unit Price Book mobilization guidelines and shall be used for the identified equipment (and equivalent) to determine the appropriate mobilization and demobilization line items included in Task Order Proposals.

Where there is a conflict, the following table takes precedence:

Small Trailer Pickup Truck

Pickup Truck 3-Ton 20-Ton

Concrete Pump Portable Toilet 20 HP Excavator 110 HP Excavator Welding Machine

Concrete Saw 50 HP Skid Steer 165 HP Dozer

Seed Machine Water Pump 35 HP Roller 150 HP Roller Floor Grinder 40 HP Trencher Backhoe Vacuum Excavator Attachment 50 HP Vibratory

Compactor Negative Air

Machine 30HP 50 HP Vibratory Compactor*

130 HP Front End Loader

Power Washer Hammer Attachment Asphalt Roller Bucket Thumb Skid Steer Broom 130 HP and over

Asphalt Spreader Metal Shear (1 Ton) Small Rock Box – under

6000lbs Trench Boxes (6x20, 10x20)*

Rammer Tamper GA Buggy Boom Lift

Chainsaw Scissor Lift Lull for Roofing Auger (1/2 Man) Auger (Tractor Mount) Aerial Lift Camera for

Downspouts Plastic Barricades Sweeper (3 wheel)

Core Drill Walk behind Saw Barricades (Jersey) Wall Saw Subcontractor Connex Sweeper (attachment) Large Rock Box – over

6000lbs Equipter 4000 (dump trailer) does not satisfy lull/boom

Plastic Traffic Plates

13.1.5 Selective Demolition Line…