Attachment 1 - PWS for HVAC System Maintenance and Repair.pdf

Performance Work Statement TNF HVAC System Maintenance and Repair Services

1.0 General Information

1.1 General: This is a non-personal services contract to provide maintenance and repair services to Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems for the Tongass National Forest (TNF). The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn, is responsible to the Government.

1.2 Background: The TNF seeks to maintain and repair HVAC Systems at the following sites:

Juneau Administrative Site: The heating system serves 3 buildings: office, dry storage, and warehouse/shop. The heating system was installed between 2005-2007 and is having several equipment failures that will require immediate repair services. The ventilation systems serving the dry storage and warehouse/shop buildings are not functioning optimally. They are exposed to freezing temperatures and introduce dust into areas containing sensitive equipment.

Ketchikan Administrative Site - Ketchikan-Misty Fiords Ranger District (KMRD) Office: The office includes heat recovery ventilators (HRVs) on each floor which exhaust air from the toilet rooms and transfer the exhaust heat to the makeup air. The makeup air is supplied to the air handler which distributes it to the rooms. The HRV dampers are not operating, and the units are full of dirt and debris. The office also includes a forced air heating system, for which the thermostats are not ideally located to adequately sense temperatures experienced by most building occupants.

1.3 Purpose: Provide maintenance and repair services to HVAC Systems to ensure continuous, safe, and reliable operation of the systems.

1.4 Description of Services: The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, management, tools, materials, equipment, facilities, transportation, and other items and non-personal services necessary to provide HVAC maintenance and repair services in accordance with (IAW) this Performance Work Statement (PWS), its attachments, and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

1.5 Place of Performance: The work shall be performed at the Juneau Administrative Site (8510 Mendenhall

Loop Road, Juneau, Alaska) and at the Ketchikan Administrative Site (3031 Tongass Avenue, Ketchikan, Alaska).

Juneau Administrative Site: The work shall be performed to the heating system located in, and between, the office, warehouse, and dry storage buildings. A portion of the heating system is in a vault. The vault may be considered a confined space. The vault is located in a driveway, so the Contractor shall implement appropriate traffic control measures.

Ketchikan Administrative Site: The work shall be performed to HVAC systems located in the KMRD Office building.

1.6 Period of Performance (POP): The period of performance shall be from Date of Award to 30 September

2023.

1.7 Contract Type: The Government will award a Firm-Fixed Priced (FFP) service contract.

1.8 Regular Working Hours: The Government's regular working hours are Monday through Friday from 0700 to

1700, except federal holidays or when the government installation is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar government directed closings. The contractor shall be responsible for conducting business between the hours specified in this paragraph, and to at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the government installation is not closed for the above reasons.

1.9 Federal Observed Holidays: When a federal holiday occurs on a Saturday, federal employees are normally granted the previous Friday as the holiday observance. When a federal holiday occurs on a Sunday, federal employees are normally granted the following Monday as the holiday observance. If a holiday falls on a scheduled Contractor workday, the following or proceeding workday will be used to schedule the work to be accomplished. Below is the list of recognized federal holidays:

Federal Holidays

New Year’s Day (January) Labor Day (September) Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday (January) Columbus Day (October) President’s Day (February) Veteran’s Day (November) Memorial Day (May) Thanksgiving Day (November) Juneteenth Day (June) Christmas Day (December) Independence Day (July)

1.10 Service Interruptions: If any services must be interrupted (even temporarily) due to maintenance of contract work, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) at least 3 business days in advance. If the service is due to an emergency breakdown, the Contractor shall notify the CO and COR as soon as practicable.

1.11 Post-Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office IAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 42.5. The CO and/or COR shall meet periodically with the Contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings the CO will apprise the Contractor of how the Government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues.

1.12 Quality Control Plan (QCP): The Contractor shall develop and maintain an effective QCP to ensure services are performed IAW this PWS. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor’s QCP is the means by which the Contractor assures that their work complies with the requirements of the contract. The Contractor’s QCP shall be provided to the CO and COR within 10 business days after contract award. After acceptance of the QCP, the Contractor shall receive the CO’s acceptance in writing of any proposed change to the

QCP.

1.13 Contractor Key Personnel: The following contractor personnel are considered key personnel by the

Government: Contract Manager and Quality Control Representative.

1.13.1 Contract Manager: The Contractor shall provide a Contract Manager and designated alternate, as applicable, who has full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to this contract.

The Contract Manager or alternate shall be available during the Government's regular working hours.

1.13.2 Quality Control Representative: The Contractor shall provide a Quality Control Representative who shall be responsible for the Contractor’s QCP to ensure services are performed IAW the PWS. The Quality Control Representative shall implement and maintain full compliance of the QCP throughout the contract period.

1.14 Government Key Personnel: The following government personnel are considered key personnel:

Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative.

1.14.1 Contracting Officer (CO): The CO is the only person with the authority to: enter into, administer, and or terminate contracts; make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government; and legally bind the government. The CO shall ensure that the contractor receives impartial, fair, and equitable treatment under this contract. The CO shall determine and document the final assessment of the contractor's performance in the government’s past performance tracking system.

1.14.2 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): A COR may be assigned to this contract to monitor all technical aspects and assist in contract administration. The COR may be authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communication with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements (without increasing or decreasing contract scope), including Government drawings designs, and specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notify both the CO and Contractor of deficiencies;

and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract or any resulting task order.

1.15 Inspection and Acceptance: Any inspection and acceptance will be at the location specified in the contract or task order. The designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will act as the representative of the Contracting Officer for purposes of inspection and acceptance of services to ensure compliance with the terms, conditions, and specifications of the subject contract. The COR has no authority to make any changes to the terms and conditions of the contract.

1.16 Changes: The government reserves the right to add, delete, or change the systems to be serviced under this contract, as required. Price adjustments for these changes shall be based on the rates specified in the Schedule of Items/Price Schedule for identical or similar system. Changes will only be authorized by a Contracting Officer.

1.17 Invoicing: All contractor invoices shall be submitted via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) using contract line item numbers (CLINs). The contractor shall be required to establish account(s), access method(s), log-in(s), and necessary training in order to submit invoices through IPP. Invoices not submitted via IPP shall not be accepted or paid.

1.18 Special Qualifications: The contractor shall, at no additional cost to the government, obtain all licenses and permits required for performance of work and for complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

2.0 Contractor Requirements

2.1 Technical Requirements/Tasks: Tasks 1 through 9 pertain to the Juneau Administrative Site and tasks 10 and 11 pertain to the KMRD Office at the Ketchikan Administrative Site.

2.1.1 Task 1 - Heating System Working Fluid Replacement: This work shall be completed as soon as forecast low temperature is above 35 degrees Fahrenheit for at least 5 consecutive days, and no later than 15 May.

The contractor shall schedule this work item to begin in time for completion by a Friday, so that the weekend provides time for contingency work and/or for the buildings to regain set point temperature. Prior to shutting down the heating system, the contractor shall provide at least a 48-hour notice to the COR.

Flush the heating system, to remove and dispose of all working fluid from the system, including from all

3 buildings, the between-building distribution network, and all connected equipment (boiler, expansion tanks, air handling units, fan coils, etc.). Heating system fill ports are located in the Office building mechanical room.

Dispose of the working fluid per all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.

Fill system with trisodium phosphate (TSP) solution. Circulate solution for 24 hours.

Flush system again. Dispose of the TSP solution per all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.

Refill system with water. Water pressure to be IAW specifications of original system design documents.

Startup and test system to verify acceptable performance.

Demonstrate system can maintain temperature set point in all three buildings for 48 hours after set point is reached.

2.1.2 Task 2 - Rebuild Circulation Pumps CP-1 and CP-2: Disassemble, clean, inspect, replace seals, replace sleeves, and replace body gaskets. The pumps are: 100 gpm, 122 ft TDH, 7.5 HP, centrifugal, base-mounted, end-suction, Bell & Gossett. Field verify additional information needed to order materials.

Replacement components shall be compatible with 40% propylene glycol solution. This task shall be completed after the work in Task 1 has been completed.

2.1.3 Task 3 - Replace Wood Shop and Auto Shop Unit Heaters: Replace existing Reznor WS 23/33 heaters.

New heaters shall be equivalent, or superior, to existing heaters in overall quality and heating output. New heaters shall be compatible with a 40% glycol solution. This task shall be completed after the work in Task 1 is completed.

2.1.4 Task 4 - Replace Pressure Reducing Valve: Replace inoperable pressure reducing valve on boiler makeup water assembly. Pipe size is 3/4". Pressure to be reduced to 20 psi.

2.1.5 Task 5 - Install Pump CP3-4: Install Government-Furnished replacement for pump CP 3-4. This task shall be completed after the work in Task 1 is completed.

2.1.6 Task 6 - Replace Actuators and Valve Plugs: Replace 8 actuators and valve plugs on Office Fan

Terminal Units (FTUs). The actuators are believed to be Spartan ME4140, and plugs are Spartan ED 1.0.

Actuators and plugs needing replacement are believed to be associated with FTUs 4, 5, 10, 12, 16, 17, 18, and 21. Field verify which actuators and valves need replacement, and actuator and plug make and model, prior to ordering replacements. This task shall be completed after the work in Task 1 is completed.

2.1.7 Task 7 - Reconfigure Boiler Room Piping: Reconfigure boiler room piping interconnecting primary and secondary systems, per attached piping diagram. This work shall include moving CP-3 to the boiler output line and piping directly to the 3” HWR at AS-1, which bypasses AS-2, ES-2, and the chemical pot feeder.

Also, included is piping the boiler return line directly to the 3” HWR at AS-1. Support all new piping to match adjacent existing piping. Insulate reconfigured piping. Insulation R-value to match insulation on adjacent piping. Provide insulation jacket, seals, and labels.

2.1.8 Task 8 - Dry Storage Building Make-Up Air and Heating Coil Valve Controls Improvements: Provide sensors, conduit, and wiring, to provide the HVAC control system with the status of the exhaust fans.

Program the HVAC control system to: open the make-up air damper when either or both exhaust fans are operating; close the make-up air damper when both exhaust fans are not operating; open the heating coil valve when either or both exhaust fans are operating, and the exterior temperature is below set point; and open the heating coil valve to freeze protection position (estimated at 50% open) when exterior temperature is below 33 degrees Fahrenheit.

2.1.9 Task 9 - Warehouse Ventilation System Filter Box Relocation: Relocate the return air filter box to the wood shop side of the wall between the mechanical room and the wood shop. Currently, the filter box is in the mechanical room directly adjacent to the IT gear and the HVAC controls system, and filter changes introduce sawdust to the area.

2.1.10 Task 10 - KMRD Office HRV Cleaning and Damper Motor Replacement: Task 10 applies to 2 HRVs located in the KMRD Office. One HRV is located above the first-floor men’s bathroom and the other HRV is located above the second-floor men’s bathroom. Clean the interiors, filters (two filters per HRV), and heat exchanger cores (two cores per HRV). Replace the failed damper motors.

2.1.11 Task 11 - KMRD Office Thermostat Relocation: Relocate the existing heat pump thermostats on each floor, two thermostats total, closer to the exterior to increase the amount of heat supplied by the heat pumps. The water side of the building is preferred. Exact location to be marked in the field by the COR based upon proximity to the water side exterior wall and ease of install. Route control wiring in concealed spaces. Plenum-rated wiring is acceptable.

3.0 Deliverables Schedule

3.1 The contractor shall submit an electronic copy of all deliverables to the CO and COR in PDF format and phrased in layperson language.

Item Deliverable Objective Frequency 1 Schedule of

Services Provide a timeline of all the services to be provided under this contract.

No later than 10 business days after contract award. An updated copy shall be provided to the CO and COR as changes occur.

2 Repairs or Replacements Report

Provide a list of all the repairs and/or replacements performed in this contract.

No later than 10 business days after completion of repairs and/or replacements.

3 Quality Control Plan

(QCP)

Provide a QCP detailing the procedures to be implemented to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services.

No later than 10 business days after contract award. An updated copy shall be provided to the CO and COR as changes occur.

4 List of Contractor Personnel

Provide a list of all contractor personnel assigned to this contract and their point of contacts.

No later than 5 business days after contract award. An updated copy shall be provided to the CO and COR as changes occur.

5 Invoices Invoices shall be submitted via IPP. No later than 10 business days after work performance.

4.0 Travel

4.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for all travel to and from the work site location.

5.0 Security and Safety Requirements

5.1 Security: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information and property provided for contractor use. Contractor personnel entering Government facilities shall abide by all security regulations. At the close of each work period, government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

5.2 Key Control: No keys or key cards shall be issued to the contractor under this contract.

5.3 Identification of Contractor Employees: All contract personnel working in situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves by wearing clearly written and visible nametags at all times, as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials.

5.4 Conduct of Contractor Personnel: The Contracting Officer may require the contractor to remove from the job site any employee working under this contract for reasons of misconduct, security, or found to be or suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other incapacitating agent. Contractor employee shall be subject to dismissal from the premises upon determination by the contracting officer that such action is in the best interests of the government. Such removal from the job site or dismissal from the premises shall not relieve the contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the services as required by this PWS.

5.5 Safety: Contractor activities shall be conducted in a safe manner that minimizes accidents as well as any impacts on Government operations and members of the public. Contractor shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local codes and standards, including safety and occupational health requirements, as well as any additional specific requirement contained in this PWS.

6.0 Performance Requirement Measures

6.1 The government expects the contractor to work at an acceptable performance level throughout the life of the contract, and the contractor’s performance shall be given significant consideration when evaluating recommendations for future government contracts and/or awards.

6.2 Acceptable Performance: Acceptable performance is achieved if 100% of the requirement is successfully satisfied. The Contractor’s acceptable performance will be rated in COR reports and in the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) as Satisfactory, Very Good, or Exceptional.

6.3 Unacceptable Performance: Unacceptable performance is achieved if less than 100% of the requirement is satisfied (e.g., work specified by contract is incomplete or work is not IAW the PWS, task order, and manufacturer’s specifications). If the performance is deemed unacceptable for any objective (required task), the COR will determine the possible cause of this unacceptable performance. Unacceptable performance caused by actions of the Contractor shall be reported to the Contractor’s on-site representative and request its signature on documentation acknowledging notification. Unacceptable performance caused by actions of the Government shall not be held against the Contractor. If the Contractor disputes the results of surveillance, the COR must refer the Contractor to the CO for resolution.

The Contractor’s unacceptable performance will be rated in COR reports and in CPARS as Marginal or Unsatisfactory.

6.4 Performance Requirements Summary:

Task Performance Objective

Performance Standard

Method of Surveillance

Remedy

Task 1:

Heating System Working Fluid Replacement

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.1), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 2:

Rebuild Circulation Pumps CP-1 and CP-2

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.2), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 3:

Replace Wood Shop and Auto Shop Unit Heaters

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.3), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 4:

Replace Pressure

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.4), manufacturer’s

Zero Deviation

100% Inspection by

COR.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Reducing Valve specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

100% completion of task.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 5: Install Pump CP3-4

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.5), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 6:

Replace Actuators and Valve Plugs

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.6), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 7:

Reconfigure Boiler Room Piping

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.7), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 8:

Dry Storage Building Make-Up Air and Heating Coil Valve Controls Improvements

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.8), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 9:

Warehouse Ventilation System Filter Box Relocation

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.9), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 10:

KMRD Office HRV Cleaning and Damper

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.10), manufacturer’s

Zero Deviation

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24

Motor Replacement specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

100% completion of task.

or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

Task 11:

KMRD Office Thermostat Relocation

Work shall be performed IAW this PWS (Section 2.1.11), manufacturer’s specifications, and all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Zero Deviation

100% completion of task.

100% Inspection by

COR.

The government has the right to change or modify inspection methods at its discretion.

Rework at no cost to Government for defective services.

Re-work shall be completed within 24 hours. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

7.0 Government-Furnished Property

7.1 The Government will furnish circulation pump CP 3-4. The pump will be a Taco VR20M and will be available in the Juneau Office mechanical room, after the work in Task 2 is completed.

8.0 Definitions

8.1 Business Day: Refers to any day in which government normal business operations are conducted. For this contract, a business day will be in accordance with PWS Paragraph 1.8, Government Regular Working Hours.

8.2 Calendar Day: Refers to the period of elapse time, using Coordinated Universal Time or local time that begins at midnight and ends 24 hours later at the next midnight.

8.3 Contracting Officer (CO): A person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The term includes certain authorized representatives of the Contracting Officer acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the Contracting Officer.

"Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO)" refers to a Contracting Officer who is administering contracts.

"Termination Contracting Officer (TCO)" refers to a Contracting Officer who is settling terminated contracts.

A single Contracting Officer may be responsible for duties in any or all of these areas.

8.4 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): An individual, including a Contracting Officer’s Technical

Representative (COTR), designated and authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions.

8.5 Contractor: The term Contractor as used herein refers to both the prime Contractor and any sub-contractors. The prime Contractor shall ensure that his/her sub-contractors comply with the provisions of the contract. The term in this contract refers to the prime.

8.6 Defective Service: A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the

Performance Work Statement.

8.7 Deliverable: Anything that can be physically delivered, but may include non-manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.

8.8 Facility: An establishment, structure, or assembly of equipment designated for a specific function;

something designed, built, installed, etc., to serve a specific function affording a convenience or service.

8.9 Government-Furnished Property (GFP): Property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the

Government and subsequently furnished to the Contractor for performance of a contract.

8.10 Government Property: All property owned or leased by the Government. Government property includes both government-furnished property and contractor-acquired property. Government property includes material, equipment, special tooling, special test equipment, and real property. Government property does not include intellectual property and software.

8.11 Inspection: Examining and testing supplies or services (including, when appropriate, raw materials, components, and intermediates assemblies) to determine whether they conform to contract requirements.

8.12 Non-Personal Services Contract: A contract under which the personnel rendering the services are not subject, either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees. Non-personal service contracts are authorized by the Government IAW FAR 37.012, under general contracting authority, and do not require specific statutory authorization.

8.13 Performance Objectives: Describe the work that is to take place.

8.14 Performance Requirements Summary (PRS): Identifies the key performance indicators of the contract that will be evaluated by the Government to ensure the Contractor meets standards.

8.16 Performance Standard: Describe the desired results that are to be achieved. A measure of comparison;

an acceptability criterion; a benchmark or yardstick against which a service will be measured.

8.17 Quality Assurance (QA): A method used by the Government to provide some measure of control over the quality of purchased goods and services received.

8.18 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP): An organized written document used for quality assurance surveillance. The document contains specific methods to perform surveillance of the Contractor for each item of the Performance Requirements Summary.

8.19 Quality Control (QC): A method used by the Contractor to control the quality of goods and services provided.

8.20 Random Sampling: A method of looking at a few individual items in a lot to determine the quality of that lot against a standard.

8.21 Serviceable Condition: Refers to items that are usable; ready for use; in proper operating condition;

durable; clean and in good condition; usable for its intended purpose.

8.22 Sub-Contractor: One that enters into a contract with a prime Contractor. The Government does not have privy of contract with the sub-contractor.