Attachment 1 - Appendix A - SOW - IBRF AC Replacement 3.31.23.pdf

ATTACHMENT 1

APPENDIX A

STATEMENT OF WORK

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

FOR

Integrated Biorefinery Facility (IBRF) Air Compressor (AC) Replacement Project

March 31, 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 PROJECT SCOPE

1.1. PROJECT BACKGROUND 1

1.2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1

1.3. OBJECTIVE 1

1.4. SCHEDULE 2

1.5. PROJECT SPECIFIC INFORMATION 2

2.0 NREL RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 NREL PROJECT MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES 2

2.2 NREL SUBCONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR RESPONSIBILITES 3

2.3 TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES (MATERIALS TESTING ONLY) 3

2.4 EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITY LOCATES 3

3.0 SUBCONTRACTOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 SCHEDULES 4

3.2 PROGRESS MEETINGS 4

4.0 ENVIRONMENT SAFETY AND HEALTH

4.1 GENERAL 4

4.2 SUPERINTENDENCE OF THE WORK 5

4.3 ELECTRICAL SAFETY 6

4.4 WORKING WITH PUBLIC UTILITIES 6

4.5 ENVIRONMENTAL 7

4.6 SUSTAINABILITY 7

4.7 TEMORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL 7

5.0 SECURITY

6.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

7.0 PERMITTING

8.0 BENEFICIAL OCCUPANCY/SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION AND FINAL

COMPLETION

9.0 PROJECT COMPLETION

EXHIBIT A – ISSUE FOR CONTRUCTION DRAWINGS DATED 03/13/2023

EXHIBIT B – ISSUE FOR CONTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS DATED 03/13/2023

EXHIBIT C – CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY MANUAL

(VERSION 7)

EXHIBIT D – OFF-SITE WASTE MATERIAL DISPOSITION LOG

EXHIBIT E – TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL MANUAL (VERSION 1, 3/27/2015)10

EXHIBIT F – NREL SUBSUBCONTRACTOR QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN

GUIDANCE (4/1/2011)

EXHIBIT G – SOUTH 25 SURFACE LOT PARKING PLAN (CURRENT VERSION) ...10

EXHIBIT H – EQUIPMENT CUTSHEET – AC-273A, 273B

EXHIBIT I – EQUIPMENT CUTSHEET – CO & KNAUF INSULATION

EXHIBIT J – EQUIPMENT CUTSHEET – EF-273

EXHIBIT K – EQUIPMENT CUTSHEET – L-273B

EXHIBIT L – EQUIPMENT CUTSHEET – L-273C

EXHIBIT M – EQUIPMENT CUTSHEET – RH-273

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1.0 PROJECT SCOPE

1.1. PROJECT BACKGROUND

In a typical large-scale process run at the Integrated Biorefinery Research Facility (IBRF) the process equipment requires a large amount of compressed air which is provided primarily by two existing air compressors. The fixed speed drive Atlas air compressor which produces the largest volume of compressed air in the IBRF acts as a supplemental air compressor to the Sullair air compressor during these runs to meet the compressed air demand needed. However, the heat load that is created by the Atlas air compressor during long frequent process runs has become problematic for a number of reasons.

To avoid overheating the compressor and its surrounding area, the Power Distribution Unit (PDU) exhaust fans are required to operate constantly, and the rollup overhead door adjacent to the Atlas is left open for the duration of the process runs to create additional ventilation. Even with these measures, significant amounts of heat still accumulate in the area around the Atlas air compressor. The aggregate heat can even reach a level at which nearby fire alarm sensors need to be temporarily turned off to avoid activation. These operational measures to make process runs possible are concerning due to the amount of energy usage that is required to run the fans to cool the Atlas air compressor, the security implications of leaving the overhead door open for long periods of time, and for the lack of fire detection when the heat sensors are taken offline.

1.2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The purpose of the project is to replace the existing 125HP Atlas and 30HP Sullair air compressors in the IBRF North High Bay with two new variable speed drive 75HP mid-size air compressors with built-in fans that are rated for high heat conditions to conform to the elements of a typical process run and to help eliminate some of the current undesirable measures that need to be taken to handle the heat load during the run. . The two new air compressors would run in a lead-lag configuration mostly since the maximum demand is just under 300 SCFM. There are also instances when the demand is roughly 600 SCFM and both compressors would need to run simultaneously. The new air compressors would also have a dedicated piping system to separate supply/distribution systems from other systems in the North High Bay to help meet the needs of the facility.

Add Alternate #1:

Relocate the existing DI system, chiller, and vacuum pump currently located in IBRF Room 273 to IBRF Room 265.

1.3. OBJECTIVE

The objective of this project is to complete the scope of work identified in the Exhibit A Drawings, Exhibit B Specifications, and Exhibit G Additional Project Specific Information. Add Alternate #1 drawings are included in Drawings M-121, M-122, & M-131.

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1.4. SCHEDULE

After award provide a schedule and schedule of values for the work to the NREL Project Manager within three weeks. The desired substantial completion date for this work is 150 calendar days following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

It may be necessary for some of the work to be completed outside of normal working hours to minimize operational impacts. These would include electrical outages that have impacts on operations and research.

1.5. PROJECT SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The designated NREL Project Manager for this work is:

Brian Kernstock

(303) 384-7857 Brian.Kernstock@nrel.gov

This project is located at:

Integrated Biorefinery Research Facility (IBRF) 16173 Denver West Parkway Golden, CO 80401

The Engineer of Record for this project is:

Brennen Guy Three Sixty Engineering bguy@360eng.com

2.0 NREL RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 NREL PROJECT MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

The NREL Project Manager will be accountable for the stewardship of the Subcontractor’s technical project performance with respect to the scope, schedule, and budget. The Subcontractor shall address all technical project performance correspondence to the NREL Project Manager. The Project Manager does not have the authority to direct to the Subcontractor binding modifications and changes to the technical project performance, including scope of work, schedule, budget, performance period, or terms and conditions under the subcontract; therefore, the Subcontractor shall notify the Subcontract Administrator to ensure they receive prior written approval to proceed.

NREL will provide the Subcontractor with supplemental information, review comments, constraints, clarifications, and approvals as required for timely progress of the work. Response time by NREL to project-related submissions will typically be as follows:

Telephone calls 2 working days Administrative correspondence 3 working days Requests for Information (RFIs) 7 working days Submittal reviews 10 working days All response times (days), indicated above, are from date of receipt to date of issuance of response.

Except for changes resulting from an emergency that requires the Subcontractor to take

Appendix A - Statement of Work – IBRF AC Replacement Page 3 of 8 immediate action, any change made by the Subcontractor based on a statement from the NREL Project Manager or any other unauthorized individual shall be at the risk and sole expense of the Subcontractor. The Subcontractor shall immediately refer all changes to the Subcontract Administrator to ensure they obtain prior written approval to proceed further with any requested changes or modifications to scopes of work.

2.2 NREL SUBCONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR RESPONSIBILITES

The NREL authorized official for this subcontract with the responsibilities for administering and directing binding modifications and changes to the subcontract is the Subcontract Administrator.

NREL Subcontract Administrators are the only individuals authorized to negotiate with Subcontractor in respect to binding modifications and changes under this subcontract. With Project Manager’s concurrence, the Subcontract Administrator will direct such binding modifications and changes in writing to the Subcontractor. The Subcontractor shall address any and all contractual and administrative correspondence directly to the Subcontract Administrator.

No written or verbal statement from the NREL Project Manager or any other unauthorized individual shall be construed to be a binding direction unless or until the Subcontract Administrator directs to the Subcontractor a written modification or change. The Subcontractor assumes the risk and sole expense of any such unauthorized changes and hereby waives all rights to costs and time extensions that stem directly from changes made without prior written direction from the Subcontract Administrator. NREL shall make no adjustment to the subcontract price and/or performance period for changes made by the Subcontractor without the binding direction of the Subcontract Administrator.

2.3 TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES (Materials Testing Only)

NREL has a separate subcontract for all required testing and inspection services on this contract.

The Subcontractor is responsible for coordinating all required testing and inspection services with the NREL Project Manager and NREL’s local testing agency.

2.4 EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITY LOCATES

Public Underground Locates – The Subcontractor is responsible for calling (811) and overseeing all Public Underground Locates in the construction area prior to construction. The Subcontractor is also responsible for any excavation details or specifications that the Public Utility Company requires. NREL will assist with public underground locate access.

Private Underground Locates – After the public underground locates have occurred the Subcontractor is responsible for coordinating all private underground locates prior to construction.

NREL has a separate subcontract with Sitewise (303-459-6537) for private underground locates required for this project.

1. The Subcontractor shall use NREL's service agreement partner Sitewise for all utility engineering services and locating services including potholing and subsurface boring.

2. Subcontractor shall be responsible for notifying Sitewise as needed.

3. Sitewise shall perform the following services for the Subcontractor:

a) Perform 2 forms of utility locate (including potholing) for each utility for all outside subsurface locates.

b) Perform 2 forms of utility locate for each inside utility including walls, ceilings and floors.

c) For all excavation work within a restricted research zone or Outdoor Test Area as

Appendix A - Statement of Work – IBRF AC Replacement Page 4 of 8 identified by NREL, perform an additional GPRS scan of the work zone using a 400 MHZ GSSI GPR unit or approved equivalent capable of scanning 2-3’ deep to reverify Sitewise’s utility locates and identify the possible presence of any previously unidentified utilities.

d) Provide a detailed electronic and paper field survey with GPS (with a minimum of 25% over survey) per NREL's requirements.

e) Create/update NREL record site drawings and point maps utilizing NREL's document control protocol.

f) Immediately remobilize to assist NREL and the Subcontractor to assist in investigation of un-located discovered utilities or if utilities are hit during construction.

3.0 SUBCONTRACTOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

The Subcontractor shall designate a Project Manager who shall be the principal point of contact with the NREL Project Manager. The Subcontractor shall be responsible for checking and managing its own work, and for coordinating the work of its lower-tier Subcontractors. The Subcontractor shall be represented and shall participate fully in meetings, boards, and panels convened to review and coordinate the work.

3.1 SCHEDULES

The Subcontractor shall routinely provide NREL schedules and schedule updates. The Subcontractor shall be responsible for planning and scheduling all construction related services as needed to support the project construction schedule without delay and within the time frames set in the subcontract. If schedule conflicts occur, the Subcontractor shall work closely with NREL to reconcile differences, at the Subcontractor’s expense, to restore the baseline schedule. Where failures to meet schedules occur in areas under the Subcontractor’s control, the Subcontractor is expected to initiate remedial actions to accelerate its efforts to maintain schedules, such as working sufficient overtime to bring the project back on schedule as directed by NREL, at no change in price.

3.2 PROGRESS MEETINGS

During construction, the Subcontractor shall conduct periodic management and coordination meetings with NREL as mutually agreed. For these meetings, the Subcontractor is responsible for taking meeting minutes if required and furnishing a copy to the NREL project manager.

4.0 ENVIRONMENT SAFETY AND HEALTH

4.1 GENERAL

All work shall be performed in accordance with Exhibit C “Construction Environment, Health and Safety Manual”.

Prior to the start of work, the Subcontractor shall submit aa Construction Environment, Health & Safety Plan (CESHP). The subcontractor shall ensure that the requirements in the Construction Environment, Health and Safety Manual are incorporated into their CESHP and the associated Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs). The level of detail within each CESHP and corresponding AHA’s should be commensurate with the size, complexity and risk level of the construction project. An NREL issued Construction Safe Work Permit (CSWP) is required prior to commencing any construction activities on any NREL site. This permit is required for work authorizing construction and construction-related activities to the subcontractor of record. It

Appendix A - Statement of Work – IBRF AC Replacement Page 5 of 8 identifies the subcontractor scope of work, highlights, and hazards and controls associated with the project.

All Subcontractors and lower tier subcontractors performing work on site are required to have a three-year average Experience Modification Ratio (EMR) of 1.0 or lower. All subcontractor and their lower tier subcontractors which have an EMR higher than 1.0, will be subjected to NREL ESH&Q approval prior to being allowed to work on site. If a subcontractor or lower-tier subcontractors have received one or more Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) citations in the last three years, experienced a single work-related incident resulting in a fatality, inpatient hospitalizations of one or more, amputation(s) or loss of an eye in the last three years, received violations pertaining to federal, state, or local environmental standard, regulation, or statute in the last three years, they are required to provide responses. The ESH&Q point of contact will evaluate and assess subcontractor’s additional responses to determine subcontractor or lower-tier subcontractor acceptability. However, NREL reserves the right to consider additional information requested by NREL used to determine whether the subcontractor or lower-tier subcontractor is accepted or rejected.

4.2 SUPERINTENDENCE OF THE WORK

All work performed on any NREL site shall be under the oversight of a Qualified Construction Supervisor that is on-site. At a minimum, Qualified Construction Supervisors shall have an OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) authorized 30-hour Construction Safety Training.

The Subcontractor shall provide the supervisor’s resume and copy of the appropriate documentation of this training to NREL for acceptance prior to the start of work. The supervisor must be knowledge regarding the safety requirements that are applicable to their scope of work. A Construction Supervisor that meets the minimum qualifications identified herein and has been accepted by NREL may be considered a “Qualified” Construction Supervisor. A Qualified Construction Supervisor that has been accepted by NREL, may act as the Safety Representative for all work defined under this Subcontract except for those activities specifically as noted below.

A Competent and/or Qualified Person with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience shall be required for the following activities:

• The development and implementation of a Fall Protection Plan, or Construction Fall Hazard Analysis as required by the NREL Construction Environmental, Health and Safety Manual. The Competent Person shall have the capability to provide oversight as deemed necessary to maintain compliance.

• The development of any Method of Procedure (MOP) or equipment specific lockout/tagout procedure, as required by the NREL Construction Environmental, Health and Safety Manual.

• Scaffold system erection and dismantling, where the working platform height will be 6-feet or more above the lower level. The Competent Person is required to provide oversight and be present during scaffold activities. A Qualified Person is required for erecting complex scaffolding.

• Steel erection

• Trenching or excavation activities, where the depth is 4-feet or more. The Competent

Person shall provide oversight and remain onsite during work activities.

• Crane work involving critical lifts, and multiple lifting devices. The Competent Person shall provide oversight and remain onsite during work activities.

A Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience shall be required for the following activities:

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• When respiratory protection will be required, to review medical evals, fit testing, and program development.

• Working with chemicals or processes that produce fumes in a confined space.

• Any work with substances that have a specific standard e.g. asbestos, lead, beryllium, Chromium, etc. excluding respirable crystalline silica.

• Working in environments with noise exposure expected to be >100dB; and

• Any work involving ionizing radiation (excluding density testing)

4.3 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is covered by 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 851, Worker Health and Safety Program. As part of 10 CFR 851, NREL and their subcontractors are required to follow the safe work practices defined in the latest edition of NFPA 70E, Electrical Safety in the Workplace during the performance of electrical work. This includes all activities where personnel could be reasonably anticipated to be exposed to electricity or interact with electrical equipment such as:

• Voltage testing performed as part of diagnostics and testing,

• Verifying zero energy as part of lockout / tagout (29 CFR 1910.147),

• The worker is within the restricted approach boundary; and

• The employee interacts with equipment where conductors or circuit parts are not exposed but an increased likelihood of injury from an exposure to an arc flash hazard exists.

The Subcontractor shall be responsible for ensuring that their employees strictly adhere to the requirements of the latest version of NFPA 70E when working on or around electrical equipment. This shall include ensuring that the following conditions are strictly adhered to:

a) All personnel assigned to perform electrical work for NREL shall have successfully completed electrical safety training appropriate to their assigned job. This may be NFPA 70E latest edition training or equivalent training that includes the concepts of NFPA 70E latest edition.

The equivalent training acceptance is up to the NREL electrical AHJ.

b) Personnel involved in electrical work shall be provided with adequately rated and maintained personal protective equipment and tools. This includes voltage rated gloves, arc rated clothing, face shields, etc. Equipment may be evaluated by NREL prior to the performance of work. Personnel who do not have adequately rated equipment or voltage rated gloves within the specified test period shall not be permitted to work.

c) Personnel shall be expected to perform the planning tasks described in NFPA 70E latest edition including shock and arc flash risk assessment, job safety planning, job briefings, PPE selection and PPE inspection.

d) Personnel and management shall strictly follow the restrictions on energized work as described by NFPA 70E -latest edition.

e) Personnel shall coordinate all electrical work (e.g., voltage testing, zero energy checks or work within the shock or arc flash boundaries) with NREL PM and NREL ESH&Q POC prior to proceeding.

f) All electrical installations or modifications shall be inspected and approved prior to energizing all electrical systems at NREL. Personnel shall work with their project management to coordinate the inspections.

The Subcontractor shall support and communicate these requirements to personnel assigned to perform electrical work at NREL.

4.4 WORKING WITH PUBLIC UTILITIES

Public Utilities may require documentation or agreements to be executed by NREL, that may

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4.5 ENVIRONMENTAL

The Subcontractor shall provide erosion control measures in accordance with the NREL Environmental Requirements defined in the construction specifications. The Subcontractor shall have a competent person who is certified for storm water management and erosion control. When final completion of construction activities has been accepted by NREL, the long-term maintenance of erosion and sediment controls will be transferred to NREL.

The Subcontractor shall follow all other environmental requirements as defined in construction specifications.

4.6 SUSTAINABILITY

NREL is committed to the ongoing development of a sustainable and resilient laboratory. The Subcontractor shall use resources sustainably, maximize the efficient use of those resources and minimize environmental impact throughout all construction activities.

The Subcontractor shall prevent waste at the source wherever feasible. Any waste that cannot be prevented shall be recycled in an environmentally safe manner. Any waste that cannot be prevented or recycled shall be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.

NREL has established a central location on the STM Campus for the collection of construction waste and recycled materials, see Exhibit H “South 25 Surface Lot Parking Plan”. In addition, NREL is in the process of establishing a central location on the Flatirons Campus for the collection of waste and recycled materials which will be made available to Construction Subcontractors once operational. The Construction Subcontractor is required to use these waste and recycling containers (unless the Construction Subcontractor provides their own waste receptacles). No construction waste or debris of any kind may be disposed of at any other waste collection facilities on either campus. Materials that cannot be accepted at the NREL-provided service locations such as soils, concrete, specialty, and large or bulky items shall be dispositioned off-site by the Construction Subcontractor. Materials dispositioned off-site shall be logged by the Construction Subcontractor using the Exhibit D “Off-Site Waste Material Disposition Log”. Materials dispositioned at an NREL-managed container do not need to be recorded on the Exhibit D log. By September 30th of each year, the Construction Subcontractor shall submit the completed log for all materials dispositioned off-site for the prior 12 months to the NREL Technical Monitor.

4.7 TEMORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL

Any work within NREL roadways including streets, parking lots, parking structures, and pedestrian walkways shall meet the minimum needs as identified in Exhibit E “Temporary Traffic Control Manual”. The Temporary Traffic Control Manual identifies the minimum needs for traffic control measures and devices required at work sites, establishes responsibility for traffic controls, defines the Temporary Traffic Control Plan (TTCP) review and approval process, and provides typical traffic control applications relevant to the Subcontractor for work on the NREL campuses.

5.0 SECURITY

1. Normal working hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, except holidays.

Subcontractor’s personnel will be required to work during non-working hours when

Appendix A - Statement of Work – IBRF AC Replacement Page 8 of 8 construction operations conflict with the operations of the laboratory. Subcontractor’s personnel are not allowed on site during non-work hours unless arrangements have been made, in advance, with the NREL Project Manager. When Subcontractor’s personnel are approved to work other than normal hours the NREL Security Desk shall be advised, in advance by telephone at 303-384-6811.

2. Access to NREL operated facilities is controlled in accordance with the DOE's requirements. The Subcontractor shall ensure that any of its, or its lower-tier subcontractors, officers, employees, or agents be specifically authorized site access by an NREL employee, and identified, badged, and registered by NREL Security prior to entering any NREL operated facility. All persons must present valid government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, passport, Military ID) before NREL Security will grant access. All NREL Environment, Safety, and Security Orientation requirements must be satisfied before an access badge will be issued.

3. The Subcontractor shall further ensure that any of its, or its lower-tier subcontractors, officers, employees, or agents who are not U.S. citizens and who will perform project work on NREL operated facilities complete and submit an NREL Foreign National Data Card a minimum of 3 working days prior to arrival and present valid Work Authorization Documentation at the point of entry. Access shall be subject to DOE approval. Any such person denied access by DOE shall not be assigned by the Subcontractor to work at NREL operated facilities.

4. The Subcontractor shall provide to the Subcontract Administrator, evidence, including visa types and expiration dates, that legally sufficient work permits have been obtained from the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service, and such permits are properly maintained, for any of its, or its lower-tier subcontractor’s officers, employees, or agents who are not U.S.

citizens and who will perform subcontract work at NREL operated facilities. This evidence will be provided prior to the initiation of work.

5. After the Subcontractor, or its lower-tier subcontractors, has commenced project work, the Subcontractor shall provide to the Subcontract Administrator similar advance notice, including visa types and expiration dates, for all subsequently assigned individuals who are not U.S. citizens who will perform work at NREL operated facilities.

6. NREL reserves the right to revoke site access authorization for any person violating NREL or DOE Environment, Safety, and Security policies and procedures.

7. As a condition of entry to NREL premises, the Subcontractor agrees to permit NREL security personnel to search its, and its lower-tier Subcontractors, officers, employees, or agent’s vehicles, packages, tool boxes, or other containers for the purpose of preventing prohibited articles access to NREL premises. This purpose extends to detect or deter the unauthorized removal of Government property from NREL.

8. Prohibited articles include firearms, explosive devices, incendiary devices, dangerous weapons or materials, controlled substances (illegal drugs), or alcoholic beverages.

9. Deliveries of material and equipment must be arranged in advance with the NREL Project Manager.

10. At any time, Security Conditions (usually following the lead from the Department of Homeland Security) may change requiring the implementation of additional security measures at NREL that may affect construction work on the site. Additional measures range from mandatory vehicle searches up to and including construction work stoppages.

Any changes in conditions will be reported through the NREL Project Manager.

11. In addition to the requirements above, the Subcontractor shall be responsible for the security of all its personnel, materials, and work in progress until the work is accepted by NREL as being substantially complete. Subcontractor’s personnel, lower-tier Subcontractors, material suppliers, vendors and other construction personnel shall not use

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NREL facilities nor shall they be permitted outside the limits of the Project Site, except for normal access to and from the site.

12. Badge Sharing (Piggy-Backing) is prohibited, the Subcontractor, its employees, all lower-tiers and their employees, shall adhere to this policy to ensure they retain their approved access privileges.

6.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

The Subcontractor shall provide all services consistent with generally accepted industry practice for construction. The Subcontractor shall prepare a QAP that meets the requirements of Exhibit F, “Subcontractor Quality Assurance Plan Guidance” that covers the anticipated scope of work to be performed under this subcontract. The QAP shall be submitted to NREL for acceptance prior to the start of the work. Upon acceptance, the Quality Assurance Plan will govern work under this agreement.

7.0 PERMITTING

NREL issued permits are addressed in Exhibit C, “Construction Environment Health and Safety Manual.”

NREL, as a federally owned facility, is exempt from compliance with the majority of local permitting authorities. However, work involving modifications to the fire detection and/or fire suppression system require review and approval by the fire district having jurisdiction for the site.

The jurisdictions having authority are:

• STM – West Metro Fire Protection District

• Flatirons Campus – Mountain View Fire Protection District

Work in NREL leased (e.g. not Federally owned) facilities must comply with local permitting requirements.

8.0 BENEFICIAL OCCUPANCY/SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION AND FINAL

COMPLETION

Beneficial Occupancy is the assumption of responsibility and transfer of the work from the Subcontractor to NREL. In general, NREL assumes Beneficial Occupancy only when all the work is finished, and all component and systems testing has been satisfactorily completed. Beneficial Occupancy is normally considered to be the same as Substantial Completion as defined in the American Institute of Architects (AIA) contract language. NREL can take partial Beneficial Occupancy if needed and the responsibilities are well defined between NREL and the subcontractor.

Substantial Completion/Beneficial Occupancy is assumed only after a detailed inspection verifying workmanship, compliance with contract plans and specifications, and component test results.

Beneficial Occupancy can be assumed with minor discrepancies that are noted on a "Punch List" that is issued to the Subcontractor for correction. These discrepancies cannot prevent NREL from utilizing the system or facility as intended unless any problems are design related and not the responsibility of the Subcontractor.

Final Completion is achieved after verification by the NREL Project Manager that all items on the Punch List developed at Substantial Completion/Beneficial Occupancy have been resolved and that all contract deliverables (e.g. Redline Drawings, O&Ms, Warranties, spares, etc.) have been

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9.0 PROJECT COMPLETION

After construction completion, the Subcontractor shall provide to the Engineer of Record markups of the Exhibit A Issue for Construction drawings reflecting the as-built condition.

After construction completion, the Subcontractor shall provide to the NREL Project Manager the manufacturer’s and installer’s warranty information statements including the warranty period, along with all relevant Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Manuals for any installed equipment or furnishings.

After construction completion, the Subcontractor shall provide to the NREL Project Manager copies of testing and inspection reports associated with the work.

Training (briefings, walkthroughs, classes, etc.) of NREL Operations and Maintenance staff on new equipment or furnishings shall be completed prior to transfer of the work from the Subcontractor to NREL. Documentation of completed training shall be provided by the Subcontractor to the NREL Project Manager. Personnel requiring training are:

Steven Roeper Steven.Roeper@nrel.gov 303-598-2782

EXHIBIT A – ISSUE FOR CONTRUCTION DRAWINGS DATED 03/13/2023.

SEE ATTACHMENT

EXHIBIT B – ISSUE FOR CONTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS DATED 03/13/2023.

EXHIBIT C – CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND SAFETY MANUAL (Version 7)

EXHIBIT D – OFF-SITE WASTE MATERIAL DISPOSITION LOG

EXHIBIT E – TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL MANUAL (Version 1, 3/27/2015)

EXHIBIT F – NREL SUBSUBCONTRACTOR QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN GUIDANCE

(4/1/2011)

EXHIBIT G – ADDITIONAL PROJECT SPECIFIC INFORMATION

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EXHIBIT H – SOUTH 25 SURFACE LOT PARKING PLAN (Current Version)

END OF STATEMENT OF WORK