Attachment 02 Statement of Work 24R0020 Exterior Brick.pdf

Statement of Work

Building 3 & 4 Exterior Brick Repair

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Scope of Work. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National

Animal Disease Center (NADC) in Ames, IA has a requirement to extend the longevity of the building’s facade through brick replacement and repointing. There is not a focus on historical preservation for this project. Remove existing caulk that was added to settling joints and cracks in the brick masonry. Repair the locations after the caulk is removed and tuckpoint with new in like kind mortar. Replace missing, cracked and severely chipped brick with in like kind brick. Replace brick and mortar that is not structurally sound. Replace brick that has spalled to a depth of ½ inch or greater. Remove masonry joints to a minimum of 5/8” depth where the mortar has deteriorated and replace with in kind mortar. Remove existing caulk around all exterior door and window openings, install backer rod and caulk. Clean and caulk around all limestone windowsills. Power wash all surfaces after the masonry work has cured sufficiently and apply two coats of clear Silane masonry sealer. Clean up the work site, remove all debris from the site and recycle or dispose of debris in a responsible manner.

Additional details are provided in the below statement of work, attached drawings and specifications.

Note. It is imperative to note that every effort has been made to depict this work in the attachments; however, the content included is approximated. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to visit the site of the proposed work and review the existing conditions there relating to construction and labor, and to be fully informed as to the facilities involved, and the difficulties and restrictions that may affect the performance of the Contract. Failure to visit the site will not disqualify those submitting a proposal. However, change order requests for items that could have been reasonably ascertainable from a site visit (and included in a proposal) will be reviewed by the CO and evaluated accordingly.

1.2 Background. The USDA, NCAH at 1920 Dayton Avenue, Ames, IA has two

Animal Research Buildings (Buildings #3 and #4) that were constructed in approximately 1958 with exterior brick. These buildings are approximately two stories tall. Due to age, weathering, and settlement, these buildings are in need of brick and mortar repair, as well as sealing. The locations of repair are dispersed throughout the building; however, the entire facade does not require repair work.

Bid Requirements. The contractor shall submit a base bid and an alternate. Although these buildings were constructed at approximately the same time, and with the same design, differences exist in the exterior façade due to changes in use over time. Building 4 is currently in worse condition. The requirements and specifications are the same for both buildings.

1.0.1 Base Bid shall include Building #4 with the scope as defined in section 1.3 and as detailed throughout the remainder of the provided documentation.

1.0.2 Alternate #1 shall include Building #3 with the scope as defined in section 1.3 and as detailed throughout the remainder of the provided documentation.

2.0 CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Technical Requirements/Tasks. The work required shall include:

2.1.1 Removing loose, cracked, or missing brick and replacing with new brick in like kind that are a close size and aesthetic match.

2.1.2 Removing loose mortar joints to a depth of not less than 5/8" and tuck pointing with new mortar.

2.1.3 New mortar should be in like kind to adjacent mortar at vertical expansion joints shown in the drawings and otherwise noted.

2.1.4 Coordinate masonry work with new sheet metal flashings as required if existing flashings need to be removed to make stable watertight repairs.

2.1.5 Bricks that lack appropriate integrity, shall be removed and replaced in a manner that limits damage to the adjacent bricks, if adjacent brick are damaged, they shall be replaced.

2.1.6 Various glass components are adjacent to the areas of work. The glass and joints are in fair condition and should not be disturbed other than replacing the caulk joints around the perimeter.

2.1.7 Cutting and/or reconstruction of existing masonry shall be done in a manner that uses appropriate dust control methods with the proper protection to surrounding structures and components.

2.2 General Requirements

2.2.1 The contractor shall work with the USDA to align on the locations of the of the building exteriors that need to be repaired, type of repair and like kind of material that is needed for the repairs.

2.2.2 The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, transportation, supervision, safety equipment*, and incidentals for all elements of the work to provide a complete and properly functioning installation in accordance with this Statement of Work.

* Note: Contractor is solely responsible for safety measures and conformance to applicable requirements in accordance with FAR clauses referenced in

Solicitation package.

2.2.3 The scope of the project shall be performed in a neat, workmanlike manner and shall be sequenced for efficient workflow and to minimize interruption to the daily activities and ongoing research at the facility to the greatest extent possible.

2.2.4 Contractor shall provide all means and methods to protect the facility and its installations from all project activities, including protecting the facility from environmental elements as the improvements are completed.

2.2.5 The Contractor shall submit a safety plan to the USDA no less than 10 days prior to the commencement of work.

2.2.6 The Contractor shall submit a quality control plan no less than 10 days prior to the commencement of work.

2.2.7 The Contractor shall submit a detailed plan for dust mitigation and containment to the Government for review prior to starting any on-site project activities. See Project Specifications for additional information on requirements for submittals.

2.2.8 The Contractor shall site verify any and all dimensions and shall carefully examine the entire site and building and shall make all necessary investigations to become thoroughly aware of the existing conditions and all difficulties involved in the completion of the work in accordance with the contract documents prior to the submission of bid.

2.2.9 All work will be performed by qualified personnel.

2.2.10 Prior to commencing work, the general contractor shall provide proof that an

OSHA certified “competent person” (CP) (29 CFR 1926.20(b) (2) will maintain a presence at the work site whenever the general or subcontractors are present.

2.2.11 Anything mentioned in the Scope of Work and not shown on the drawings or shown on the drawings and not mentioned in the Scope of Work, shall be of like effect as if shown or mentioned in both.

2.2.12 The finished product and all of its components shall provide a complete operational and functional system per this Scope of Work and the manufacturer’s specifications.

2.2.13 Waste Disposal:

2.2.13.1 Contractor shall divert project waste to recycle where practical. The

Contractor shall track and document the amount of project waste diverted to recycle. Documentation should be submitted at project closeout.

2.2.13.2 Contractor shall submit documentation on the amount of project waste diverted to recycle as part of project closeout. Contractor shall submit the type and amount of waste that was diverted to recycle, present information in a clear, typewritten format.

2.2.13.3 If no project waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical.

3.0 SPECIAL PROVISIONS

3.0.1 Do not disturb portions of site beyond areas in which the work is approved. If land is disturbed due to staging or other reasons, the contractor is required to returns the condition back to pre-construction condition or better at no cost to the government.

3.0.2 Repair or replace portions of existing work which have been altered during construction operations to match existing or adjoining work, as approved by the Contracting Officer. At the completion of operations, existing work must be in a condition equal to or better than that which existed before new work started.

3.0.3 Keep driveways, entrances, walkways, and doorways serving premises clear and available to the Government, employees, visitors, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

3.0.4 Any damage resulting from contractor's operation shall be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer's Representative immediately.

3.0.5 Finished surfaces of existing facilities that are affected, marred, scratched, or damaged by the contractor shall be refinished to match original condition.

3.0.5.1 Patching material shall be of the same type, style, and thickness, and shall be finished to match existing adjacent surface construction in color and texture.

3.0.5.2 Patching material, paint color, paint material and paint application methods shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer’s

Representative.

3.0.6 No building structural members shall be cut or altered without prior approval of the Contracting Officer's Representative.

3.0.7 The contractor shall take all necessary and reasonable measures to keep the work site clean of trash and debris. Work areas shall be cleaned immediately as work in that area is completed, and before moving to a new work area.

Place all trash and debris in OSHA approved containers, remove, and dispose of trash off site daily.

3.0.8 The contractor shall move all materials, and equipment, including ladders and scaffolding from the site at the completion of each day's operation unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative.

3.0.9 The contractor shall provide proper safety equipment to workmen and ensure a safe environment for employees and the general public at all times. The contractor shall work to ensure free, unobstructed, and safe access to and about the work area.

3.0.10 The Contractor shall ensure that any materials that are delivered by FedEx, UPS, etc. are delivered to the jobsite and NOT to the USDA warehouse dock at Building 24 or to the north warehouse, Building 11. The USDA and/or the

COR will not be responsible for receiving any materials destined for the project. USDA reserves the right to refuse any unscheduled deliveries that arrive at either warehouse or at the main gate.

3.1 Product Specifications. Basis-of-design products are indicated in this SOW to convey a specified standard of quality and salient characteristics desired but are not to be considered a single-source specification. It shall be the Contractor’s burden to furnish all documentation and / or samples to show equality with specified items.

Owner’s decision on equality is final. Manufacturers / products that are submitted as

“Approved Equal” are reviewed during the shop drawing process, not during bidding.

3.2 Regulatory Requirements. The equipment materials, installation, workmanship, and operation shall conform to the most stringent applicable requirements of the most recent editions of the associated publications, in the below section and in the attached specifications unless otherwise noted:

3.2.1 NFPA 5000 – Building Construction and Safety Code

3.2.2 Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)

3.2.3 Appropriate UL Standards

3.2.4 State and Local Building Codes as adopted by the Authority Having

Jurisdiction (AHJ).

3.2.5 The Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)

3.2.6 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

4.0 INTENT OF CONTRACT DRAWINGS

4.1 Government provided drawings, henceforth referred to as “Contract Drawings”, do not attempt to show complete details of building construction that may affect installation. Government provided diagrams of proposed systems are for reference only and do not necessarily show physical arrangement of all equipment and/or maximum number of devices. Minimum system requirements are shown.

4.2 Drawings are shown diagrammatically only. Wall exterior wall layout does not necessarily show all structural components or all modifications to the structure.

5.0 WORK RESTRICTIONS & CONDITIONS

5.1 Site Security Access

5.1.1 This project construction site is located in the limited access zone.

5.1.2 Access to the construction site is controlled by a security fence and visitor/contractor check-in/check-out system. All contractor/subcontractor employees shall sign-in and out at the main entrance gate and wear a contractor/visitor identification badge at all times while on the site. The ID badges will be turned in at the end of each work day. A current government-issued identification with a picture ID is required for entry.

5.1.3 A minimum of 5 days of advanced registration is required for all personnel entering the site that are foreign nationals and 3 days for all other workers.

5.1.4 Construction vehicles and a construction trailer will be allowed access adjacent to the work; contractor employee’s personal vehicles shall be parked in the facility parking lots. Appropriate vehicle badges shall be displayed at all times while the contractor is on site.

5.1.5 The Contractor shall use only the service roads and access routes approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

5.1.6 Unless accompanied by a NCAH/USDA employee, the Contractor, subcontractors, and their employees shall not enter buildings or facilities not specifically part of this project. Reasons included, but are not limited to, disease control and health requirements.

5.1.7 The Contractor shall adhere to all Site, ARS, APHIS and USDA security policies and procedures including, but not limited to, Code of Federal

Regulations Requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Security

Directives, Security Procedures, General Orders, Post Orders and any applicable Government Policies and Procedures.

5.1.8 Additional security requirements may be imposed when the Federal

Government raises the Homeland Security Alert Level. Additional directions will be provided if the situation occurs.

5.1.9 No pets or animals are allowed inside the Security Gate, even if left in vehicle.

5.1.10 No firearms or weapons are allowed on site.

5.1.11 Failure to comply with access requirements shall be adequate grounds for removal of the Contractor/subcontractor employees from the site and barring further site access to individuals.

5.2 Work Hours. Regular work hours for the site are 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday, excluding Government holidays. Work outside regular work hours will not be allowed.

5.3 Project Timeline. Contractor shall be given 360 days from the “Notice to Proceed” to complete the project.

6.0 SUBMITTAL & SHOP DRAWINGS PROCEDURES

6.1 Submittal Register. At the beginning of the project, the Contractor shall provide a

Submittal Register identifying all the items called out in the Specifications for submittal to the COR for approval. The Contractor shall update and maintain the

Submittal Register to show the current status of all required submittals.

6.2 Submittal Requirements

6.2.1 Format: There is no formal submittal transmittal or format for this project other than the documents shall be submitted as PDF files, scanned, or created in documents that can be easily read when printed on 11x17 sheets.

Exceptions for larger sheet sizes will be considered by the COR. Failure of the Contractor to provide legible submittals will be adequate grounds for rejection.

6.2.2 Identification: Submittals shall be labeled and marked for this project. The identification shall include Contractor/sub-contractor’s name, date of submittal, description of item, specification section, and details on product data that are marked clearly for this project.

6.3 Submittal Procedures. All submittals will be posted in PDF by the Contractor and sent to the USDA for review. This same submittal process will be used for RFIs, Change Bulletins, etc.

6.4 Approved Submittals. The approval/acceptance of submittals is not to be construed as a complete check. Approval or acceptance will not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist.

7.0 RECORD DRAWINGS

7.1 Redline Specifications. During the construction period the Contractor shall keep an updated & marked-up or “redline” copy of the project specifications on the jobsite.

The redline set shall include notes on changes, RFI responses, and other field notes.

At the end of the project the Contractor shall electronically scan the redline specifications and provide an electronic copy in PDF to the Owner along with the close-out documentation.

7.2 Redline Drawings. During the construction period the Contractor shall keep an updated “redline” or “conformed” copy of the project drawings on the jobsite. The redline set shall include notes on changes, RFI responses, and other field notes. At the end of the project the Contractor shall electronically scan the redline drawings at full-size and in color and provide an electronic copy in PDF to the Owner along with the close-out documentation.

8.0 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

8.1 Utilities. The Contractor will be responsible for providing their own electrical power and fuel for the project. USDA will provide water for mixing masonry and cleaning from exterior hose bibs at no cost to the Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for making and removing any temporary utility connections.

8.2 Telephones. The Contractor shall equip all his foremen and work leaders with cell phones as necessary to coordinate the work effort. The Government will not provide any phone service to the project.

8.3 Construction Trailer. Will be allowed for the Project with location to be coordinated with COR.

8.4 Toilet Facilities. The Contractor shall provide a portable toilet and services to maintain the toilet facilities, placement and removal after the work has been completed. The location is to be coordinated with the COR.

9.0 COORDINATION

9.1 The contractor shall coordinate all work with the Contracting Officer's

Representative.

9.2 The contractor shall submit an installation schedule for review and approval by the

Contracting Officer's Representative within ten (10) days of task order award.

9.3 The contractor shall be solely responsible for coordinating work with all subcontractors and ensuring that all items of joint use in conjunction with installations are completed.

10.0 WARRANTY DOCUMENTATION

10.1 Warranty List: Provide a 3 year warranty summary sheet in spreadsheet format with all the warranties listed by section, description, supplier, warranty contact, start date, end date. The warranty shall start at the completion of the project.

10.2 Warranty Copies: Provide the COR one signed & dated copy of all warranties for products and equipment installed on the project. An electronic (scanned) copy of the

Warranty Binder in a PDF file shall be submitted with the final close-out documentation.

11.0 DELIVERABLES / SCHEDULE

Item No. Deliverable Objective Due

1 Project Schedule

Defining the responsibilities, timeline, risks, and milestones of contract objectives. Ref. Subtask 8.2

No later than ten

(10) business days after contract award

Contractor Safety

Policy.

For review and approval by COR.

Ref. Sub Task 2.2.5

Ten (10) business days before starting work on site.

3 Material Submittal

Defining the characteristics of the materials used to complete the project.

Ref. Subtask 5.1 – 5.4

No later than ten

(10) business days after contract award

4 Warranty For review and approval by COR.

Ref. Sub Task 9.1 & 9.2

At completion of project.