Attachment 1 B1 Elevator SOW.pdf

Rev 3/18/25 WD

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

Modernize Building 1 Elevators

U.S. National Poultry Research Center 950 College Station Road Athens, Georgia 30605

1. Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all professional services necessary to modernize the four car, 10 stop, gearless traction elevator system serving the USNPRC Building 1 tower. This includes but is not limited to Electrical, Fire Alarm, and HVAC.

The contractor shall include all services and field labor, equipment (including cranes, rigging and material handling equipment), materials, testing and personal protective equipment necessary to perform the work.

Equipment and services provided by the Government for contractor use are listed below:

- None provided

1.1 Base Bid

The contractor shall provide a detailed proposal and cost breakdown for the entire project including submittals for proposed equipment and materials.

1.2 Site Visit

Contractors are strongly encouraged to visit the site and be escorted by a government representative to confirm locations, dimensions, and conditions of the project before a bid is submitted. The site visit shall be for the purpose of observing conditions relevant to the completion of this project. No consideration will be given to claims based on lack of knowledge of existing conditions, except where contract documents make definite provisions for adjustment in cost or extension due to existing conditions not readily foreseeable.

1.3 Qualifications

Contractor must be meet all licensing requirements to service and install elevator equipment in the State of Georgia.

Proof of qualifications is required at the time of submission.

Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management, (SAM), prior to submitting a bid.

All on site personnel will be required to show a valid form of ID to be allowed entry into the center.

2. Codes and Standards

Applicable Codes and Standards apply and are not limited to the following

ANSI - American National Standards Institute.

ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

NEC - National Electrical Code, NFPA 72.

OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act

All work must meet Local, State and Federal codes, and latest IBC codes.

Project Summary Description: The intent of this project is to modernize the four existing 10 stop elevators and control systems to alleviate equipment obsolescence issues and ensure safe, reliable operation. All equipment will use current technology that can be supported in the foreseeable future. The elevators and systems must meet all current safety standards. This work must include, but is not limited to:

1) New microprocessor controls with emergency power provisions and regen disable

2) New isolation transformers

3) New AC gearless machines – inclusive of new car top and counterweight sheaves

4) New hoist ropes

5) Governors – to be retained/refurbished

6) New absolute positioning system with limit switches

7) New traveling cable(s) and all new wiring throughout

8) Compensation sheaves to be retained/refurbished with bearings replaced. Comp ropes on elevator #4 to be replaced with new

9) New Pit stop switches

10) New load weigher

11) New Car Top Exit Switches

12) Car and Counterweight Roller Guides – Refurbish as needed

13) Door Equipment Summary

a. New Closed loop door operator including new clutch, gate switch, car door rollers, gibs, and 3D door edge

b. At each landing – provide new gibs and hanger rollers. Refurbish interlocks and closers as needed

c. All hoistway doors, car doors, tracks, and hangars to be retained

14) New Fixtures – All #4 SS finishes to match existing

a. New Applied panel COP

b. New flush mounted hall stations – 2 risers per floor

c. New flush mounted hall lanterns at each floor, per elevator

d. New combo Lantern/PI – main floor only – flush mount

e. New hoistway access fixtures

f. Add new inconspicuous riser with swing switch for Elevator #4. Fixture provided at each landing to be flush mount in door jamb. Swing switch to be provided at main egress floor only

g. New fire command panel

15) Inclusive of all 2019 Two-Way Visual Communication devices

16) Modifications to Fire Alarms equipment as required to connect to existing fire alarm system.

17) All electrical work necessary to support this modernization.

18) New jamb braille and each landing and new Car ID plates for each elevator

19) All proper balancing and testing completed immediately following modernization of each elevator

20) All old equipment disposed of properly off jobsite

21) Completed project must pass inspection by a Georgia State Certified Elevator Inspector and be properly permitted.

The facility will be occupied during construction activities. All work shall be scheduled in advance and coordinated with the facility representative to minimize the disruption to traffic, daily operations and research programs. Unless specifically approved by USDA, at least two cars will remain in service at all times.

3. Safety

The contractor will submit a Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) in industry recognizable format to the Contracting Officer within 14 days of contract award. The Government shall review the SSSP prior to the start any construction activities.

Safety and health matters, as they relate to the work, are the exclusive responsibility of the contractor. The contractor shall furnish, erect, and maintain barricades, warning lights, signs, guards, or take other precautions that may be required by law or local authorities for the protection and security of the grounds, facilities, and personnel.

4. Contractor Requirements

The contractor shall provide a complete and functional installation, including all labor, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, apparatus, transportation, rigging and other equipment and services necessary to accomplish the work in accordance with the intent and meaning of this statement of work.

The project work shall be performed per the following guidelines:

1) Contractor will verify all dimensions and site conditions prior to beginning work.

2) The contractor shall always be responsible for protecting his work and ensuring the safety of his crew and ARS employees.

3) Contractor shall remove and dispose of all construction related materials from all work areas daily and remove these waste materials from the site weekly.

4) Contractor is required to manage the project and consult with the Government prior to beginning all work.

5) Contractor shall perform work in a manner that minimizes the impact to daily operations of the facility and its workers. The building will be occupied during construction work.

6) All work is to be performed according with building codes, ordinances and laws of the Authority having jurisdiction on the project. When the requirements of the building codes, ordinances, and laws conflict with any other part of the building codes, ordinances and laws, the most restrictive requirement shall prevail.

5. Material Submittals

Submittals and O&M documentation must be provided for all materials used on this project.

6. Pre-Construction Submittals

Contractor’s Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) must be provided to and approved by USDA before installation can begin.

7. Damage to Property:

The Contractor shall protect the work, the site, and all existing property and structures within the limits of the construction activities or that may be affected thereby until acceptance of the work. Any damage to property shall be repaired to pre-damaged condition to the satisfaction of the USDA.

8. Inspection and Acceptance A government representative shall inspect and approve the work. The Contractor shall schedule inspection a minimum of 2 days in advance.

9. Period of Performance

The completion of this project shall not exceed 240 days from date of notice to proceed. A request for time extension must be submitted to the Contracting Specialist in writing. Each request must include specific and detailed reasons in support of the schedule alteration.

9.1 Work Hours:

Generally, contractor work hours shall be Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. except on Government holidays for most of the installation work. Other hours may be permitted with previous Government approval. Tie-in or other work requiring outages will be performed after hours (pre-arranged at least 48 hours in advance).

Any changes to work schedule shall be submitted to Contacting Officer for written approval prior to the schedule change.

10. Guaranty

The contractor shall provide and submit a single guarantee stating that all portions of the work are in accordance with Contract requirements. Guarantee all work against faulty and improper material and workmanship for a period of one

(1) year from date of final acceptance by the USDA, except where manufacturer guarantees or warranties are for longer terms. The contractor shall correct any deficiencies which occur during the guarantee period within 24 hours after notification.

10. Guaranty