Construction Services Statement of Work, V8.0 Courthouse Hardening Phase II, Kenneth B. Keating FOB & USCH, NY0304ZZ

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U.S. General Services Administration Capital Project Division – Northeast Division

Public Buildings Service www.gsa.gov

Statement of Work for

Construction Services

PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

Project Title: Courthouse Hardening Phase II Building: Kenneth B. Keating FOB & USCH Building ID #: NY0304ZZ Building Location: 100 State Street Rochester, New York

Project Control Number: N/A GSA Work Items: N/A

RWA #: N37833560

Kahua Number: 00023059 SOW Author: Peter Smith http://www.gsa.gov/

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROJECT INFORMATION 5

PROJECT SUMMARY 5

PROJECT BACKGROUND 5

CONTRACT TYPE 5

DELIVERY TYPE 5

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PROJECT OBJECTIVES 5

PROJECT SCHEDULE 6

SCOPE OF WORK 6

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS 6

PROJECT SITE REQUIREMENTS 6

STANDARDS AND CRITERIA DOCUMENTS 8

CUTTING & PATCHING REQUIREMENTS 11

NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT (NHPA) REQUIREMENTS 12

NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) REQUIREMENTS Error! Bookmark not defined.

NATIONAL CAPITAL PLANNING COMMISSION (NCPC) REQUIREMENTS 12

U.S. COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS (CFA) REQUIREMENTS 12

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ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 12

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 12

FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 136

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS 17

ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS 17

BUILDING CONTROL SYSTEMS, INCLUDING BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (BAS) AND

BUILDING MONITORING AND CONTROL (BMC) SYSTEMS 18

COMMISSIONING 18

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BUILDING TECHNOLOGY SERVICES 20

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MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS 20

BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (BIM) 20

ENERGY MODELING AND PERFORMANCE 20

COBie 20

METERING 20

DESIGN STAGE 21

CONSTRUCTION STAGE 22

GENERAL 22

PERMITTING 22

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE 23

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS REPORTS 23

SHOP DRAWINGS / PRODUCT DATA SUBMISSIONS 24

SCHEDULE OF INSPECTIONS AND TESTS 25

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS 25

SPECIAL INSPECTIONS 25

COMMISSIONING 26

QUALITY CONTROL PLAN 26

CONSTRUCTION INDOOR AIR QUALITY (IAQ) MANAGEMENT 28

SAFETY PLAN 28

COORDINATION OF WORK 28

REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION 29

MODIFICATIONS / CHANGE ORDERS 29

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION 30

CONTRACTOR’S STAFF 30

MEETINGS 31

COMMUNICATION 31

PROJECT CLOSEOUT 31

SCHEDULE OF VALUES 33

FEE & PAYMENT 33

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ATTACHMENTS 34

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1. PROJECT INFORMATION

This section provides an overview of the project.

1.1. PROJECT SUMMARY

This project will be based on the scope of work template for the national courthouse hardening program. The contract work incorporates site demolition, asphalt pavement, concrete pavement, curbs, fencing, gates, landscaping, storm draining, windows & security glazing, security systems and electrical work. See Section 2.1 for detailed project requirements.

The Contractor shall coordinate work and gain approvals required in this Statement of Work (SOW) with the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative/Project Manager (COR/PM) as required.

1.2. PROJECT BACKGROUND

This asset, built in 1974, is comprised of a Seven-story office building and an attached three-story courthouse with full basement. The building is of masonry and steel construction containing 225,291 RSF. This asset has a multitude of tenants, with the major tenants being the, U.S. District Court, U.S.

Bankruptcy Court, and DEA. This asset is located within the CBD for the City of Rochester.

1.3. CONTRACT TYPE

This contract is a firm-fixed price contract. The services required shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:

● Contract Management

● Construction Services including Materials, Labor, and Supervision

● Professional Inspection and Testing Services

1.4. DELIVERY TYPE

The project is Construction Services for Design-Bid-Build delivery type.

1.5. PROJECT OBJECTIVES

To be considered successful, the project must achieve the following objectives:

● Deliver the project on time and within budget

● Complete the project with no security violations or safety incidence

● Establish and maintain positive relations with the tenant(s), public authorities, jurisdictions and neighborhood

● Ensure a safe work environment during construction for workers and authorized visitors on the construction site

● Manage the completion of the project with the spirit of partnering and without litigation

● Provide timely reports and communications

● Ensure that all sensitive documents are handled, distributed, archived and destroyed according to established project procedures

● Follow all security requirements in the delivery of this project

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1.6. PROJECT SCHEDULE

The overall Period of Performance shall be 240 calendar days from Notice To Proceed (NTP) to Project Closeout, based on the following:

● NTP to Substantial Completion 240 calendar days after NTP

● Submit All HSPD-12 Clearance Applications 30 calendar days after NTP

● Project Closeout (as defined in Section 5.4.) 60 calendar days after Substantial Completion

All actions by the Government counted in calendar day shall begin the first calendar day after the submission, unless the submission is made before 9:00 AM.

2. SCOPE OF WORK

This section details the technical requirements and constraints for which the Contractor is responsible. The Contractor shall perform all services described in this Statement of Work (including work required under exercised options, if any). The Contracting Officer and the COR/PM must approve all proposed changes to the Scope of Work.

The General Contractor bidding on this project cannot sub out entire project to another GC.

2.1. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

2.1.1. Base Bid

Furnish all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision to perform all work described by the contract documents for the Keating Courthouse Hardening Phase II Project.

The contract work incorporates site demolition, asphalt pavement, concrete pavement, curbs, fencing, gates, landscaping, storm drainage, windows & security glazing, security system and electrical work.

2.1.2. Option 01: Bid Alternate 1 Work

Provide bid for alternate 1. See Addendum #1

2.1.3. Permits and Responsibilities

Per FAR 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities, the Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with any Federal, State, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages to persons or property that occur as a result of the Contractor’s fault or negligence. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all materials delivered, and work performed until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract.

2.2. PROJECT SITE REQUIREMENTS

2.2.1. Work Restrictions

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The Contractor shall survey the entire worksite and review existing documentation to be familiar with the existing conditions. This includes all areas of the building, structure, and site affected by the removal and demolition work, alterations and new construction work prior to initiation of construction.

The Contractor shall limit the use of the premises to the work areas indicated, to allow for Government occupancy and public use. The Government reserves the right to perform work, or retain other contractors to perform work, on portions of the project.

The building is to remain fully operational throughout the entirety of the project, with no disruption to tenant operations. All work areas must be cleaned at the end of every workday.

The work shall be sequenced to minimize disruption to building occupants, visitors, and maintenance activities. To the greatest extent feasible, demolition work should not take place until supplies are on hand to perform new work.

The Contractor shall coordinate all work activities with the GSA Building Manager and the COR/PM to ensure that proper security and access arrangements are made without impact on the construction schedule.

Where applicable, the contractor must employ adequate dust control measures.

2.2.2. Working Hours

2.2.2.1. Government Occupied Hours

Government personnel are scheduled to occupy the building during the following hours on weekdays, Monday through Friday, except for established Government Holidays, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

2.2.2.2. Contractor's Working Hours

The following work shall be performed outside of Government Occupied Hours:

● Noisy and/or odor-producing work that may disrupt tenant operations in adjacent spaces, or throughout the building.

● Contractor may be asked to stop work for special circumstances by U.S. Courts, usually for an hour or two for special sessions.

Work accomplished outside of Government Occupied Hours shall be included in the bid.

The Contractor shall submit a proposed schedule and gain the COR/PM approval at least 72 hours before proceeding with any work during Government Unoccupied Hours. See 100% construction documents attached to this SOW.

2.2.3. Loading Dock

Use of the existing loading dock facilities will be shared with Government activities on a first-come-first-served, wait-your-turn basis. The loading dock is available for the delivery of materials, tools, and supplies between the hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Loading dock activities shall be coordinated with the GSA Building Manager a minimum of 48 hours in advance.

See 100% construction documents attached to this SOW.

2.2.4. Parking

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No parking is available on site. The Contractor shall make their own arrangements for parking off site.

2.2.5. Staging and Storage

The Contractor may be provided a staging area within the building, contingent upon GSA approval, and provided that its use will not interfere with operations of the Government. No GSA employees will assist with unloading/loading of vehicles(s). The contractor shall provide all personnel and equipment needed for unloading, moving, and assembling the materials.

See 100% construction documents attached to this SOW.

2.2.6. Dumpster

Limited space is available on site for a dumpster. Use of existing building dumpsters and trash bins is strictly prohibited.

See 100% construction documents attached to this SOW.

2.2.7. Restrooms

Restrooms are available for use. Restrooms must be designated by the GSA Building Manager.

2.2.8. Freight Elevator

A freight elevator is available for use at the project site.

2.2.9. Existing Conditions

All Government property or systems displaced, altered, or damaged during the performance of this contract other than stated in this SOW shall be restored to its original condition at no cost to the Government. These repairs, if needed, shall be executed immediately when the Contractor is notified by the Contracting Officer that such repairs are required due to actions by the contractor or his/her subcontractors.

Maintenance of Existing equipment - Contractor shall collect information as needed from the Building Manager or O&M staff for work to be done on any existing equipment / building systems for awareness and knowledge.

Assessment - All due diligence must be performed to assess the existing conditions of the site, building, perimeter security and roadway access for the proposed project.

Survey - A thorough survey must be carried out in order to understand the existing conditions and how the proposed project will impact on the use, occupancy and surrounding areas.

2.3. STANDARDS AND CRITERIA DOCUMENTS

The Contractor shall ensure that all work performed, and materials used, under this scope of work are in accordance with the guidelines, codes and specifications of the following associations and agencies. Any conflicts or ambiguities within, or among, the referenced Standards and Criteria Documents, or any deviations from requirements contained in the Standards and Criteria Documents, shall be reported to the COR/PM in writing, for determination as to applicability. The Contractor shall use the most recent versions of these documents issued at the time the RFP for the project is issued. In the event that there are conflicting requirements, the more stringent of the two shall be used.

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2.3.1. GSA Requirements

● 2025 PBS Core Building Standards Memorandum dated February 24, 2025.https://www.gsa.gov/system/files/PBS_Core_Building_Standards_Memorandum%2024FE B.25.pdf

● PBS Interim Core Building Standards, including all applicable Standards, Criteria and Guides listed therein

● PBS P-120, Public Buildings Service Cost and Schedule Management Policy Requirements

● Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS)

● PBS Order 3490.3 CHGE 1, “Security for Sensitive Building Information Related to Federal

Buildings, Grounds, or Property”, March 22, 2021

● IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings under Construction by SMACNA

● Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations for Construction and

General Industry; 29 CFR Parts 1926 and 1910

● Section 01546 – Safety and Health Specification (see attachments)

● International Code Council Codes (ICC)

● National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) National Fire Codes and Standards

● ANSI NETA Standards

● PBS EASi/EDMS File Naming Requirements (see attachments)

[https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/PIB_18-02_Attach_6_File_Naming_2018_04_19.pdf]

● Section 889

● PBS Building Commissioning Guide (September 2020)

● Federal Metering Guidance (October 2022)

● The Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings [ONLY for New Construction and

Major Renovations, for compliance with EISA 2007 § 433(a)]

● 40 CFR 61 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants

● 40 CFR 763 Asbestos

● 49 CFR 107 Hazardous Materials Program Procedures

● 49 CFR 172 Hazardous Materials Table, Special Provisions, Hazardous Materials

Communications, Emergency Response Information, and Training Requirements

● EPA Mold Remediation Guidelines, September 2008

● District of Columbia Green Construction Code 2017 (construction and demolition debris recycling)

● Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)/Coal Tar Sealants: D.C. Code § 8–153.01; Maryland

Safer Sealant Act of 2022; Code of Virginia § 62.1-196.1

2.3.2. Tenant Agency Requirements

2.3.3. Building Management and Controls (BMC) and Federal Government Building Systems Network (BSN) Connection Requirements

● 7002.1 ADM GSA Smart Buildings (December 2021)

● Smart Buildings Implementation Guide Requirements (see attachments)

[https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/GSA%20Smart%20Buildings%20Implementation%20Guide_v12.

pdf] https://www.gsa.gov/system/files/PBS_Core_Building_Standards_Memorandum%2024FEB.25.pdf https://www.gsa.gov/system/files/PBS_Core_Building_Standards_Memorandum%2024FEB.25.pdf https://www.gsa.gov/real-estate/design-and-construction/facilities-standards-for-the-public-buildings-service https://www.gsa.gov/directives/files?file=2023-06%2FFinal%20Directive_PBS%20Cost%20and%20Schedul%20Management.pdf https://www.access-board.gov/aba/ https://www.gsa.gov/directives/files?file=2023-08%2FPBS_34903_CHGE_1_Secur_for_Sen_Build_Inform_Related_to_Fed_Build%2C_Grounds%2C_or_Property_%28Final_Word_3-22-21%29_CC044070_RV_3-30-21.pdf https://www.gsa.gov/directives/files?file=2023-08%2FPBS_34903_CHGE_1_Secur_for_Sen_Build_Inform_Related_to_Fed_Build%2C_Grounds%2C_or_Property_%28Final_Word_3-22-21%29_CC044070_RV_3-30-21.pdf https://www.wbdg.org/FFC/GSA/gsa_commissioning_guide_2020.pdf https://www.wbdg.org/FFC/GSA/gsa_commissioning_guide_2020.pdf https://www.wbdg.org/FFC/GSA/gsa_commissioning_guide_2020.pdf https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/federal-metering-guidance-2022.pdf https://www.sustainability.gov/pdfs/guiding_principles_for_sustainable_federal_buildings.pdf https://www.sustainability.gov/pdfs/guiding_principles_for_sustainable_federal_buildings.pdf https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title40/40cfr61_main_02.tpl https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title40/40cfr763_main_02.tpl https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title49/49cfr107_main_02.tpl https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title49/49cfr172_main_02.tpl https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title49/49cfr172_main_02.tpl https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2014-08/documents/moldremediation.pdf https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title49/49cfr172_main_02.tpl https://dob.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/dob/publication/attachments/2017%20DC%20Green%20Construction%20Code.pdf https://code.dccouncil.gov/us/dc/council/code/sections/8-153.01 https://mde.maryland.gov/programs/land/SolidWaste/SiteAssets/Pages/index/Driveway%20Sealant%20PAH%20Ban.pdf https://mde.maryland.gov/programs/land/SolidWaste/SiteAssets/Pages/index/Driveway%20Sealant%20PAH%20Ban.pdf http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/62.1-196.1 https://www.gsa.gov/directives/files?file=2024-03%2FCC044916_%20directive_ADM%207002.1%2C%20GSA%20Smart%20Buildings.pdf

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● Smart Buildings Program Guide (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/GSA%20Smart%20Buildings%20Program%20Guide_v11.pdf]

● GSA Data Normalization for Building Automation Systems (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/GSA%20Data%20Normalization%20for%20Building%20Autom ation%20Systems_v25.pdf]

● GSA National Capital Region Advanced Metering Systems (AMS) Guide, v1.1 (see attachments)

● Niagara NiCS Statement (see attachments)

● Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations, NIST 800-53

Rev 5

● Guide to Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security, NIST 800-82 rev 2

● GSA IT Building Technology Technical Reference Guide (BTTRG) v2.0 (see attachments)

[https://www.gsa.gov/system/files/Building_Technologies_Technical_Reference_Guide_%28BTT RG%29_Version_3.0_%28REDACTED_Final%29_May2024.pdf]

● Telecommunications Distribution Design Guide, Telecommunications and Infrastructure Standards, v8 (see attachments)

● GSA Order 2100.1M GSA Information Technology (IT) Security Policy (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/directives-library/gsa-information-technology-it-security-policy-21001m-cio?term=GSA%20Order%202100.1M%20GSA%20Information%20Technology%20(IT)%20Sec urity%20Policy]

● IT Security Procedural Guide: Key Management CIO-IT Security-09-43, rev4 (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/insite/Key_Management_%5BCIO_IT_Security_09- 43_Rev_4%5D_04-09-2020docx.pdf]

● IT Security Procedural Guide: Building Monitoring and Control (BMC) Systems Security Assessment Process CIO-IT Security-16-76, rev2, October 13, 2020 (see attachments) [https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/BAS_Security_Assessment_Process_%5BCIO_IT_Security_16- 76_Rev_1%5D_08-29-2018.pdf]

● IT Security Procedural Guide: Managing Enterprise Cybersecurity Risk CIO-IT Security-06-30, rev19, April 15, 2021 (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/insite/Managing_Enterprise_Cybersecurity_Risk_%5BCIO_IT_S ecurity_06-30_Rev_19%5D_04-15-2021_%281%29docx.pdf]

● 2180.2 CIO GSA Rules of Behavior for Handling Personally Identifiable Information (PII), October 8, 2019 (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/directives-library/gsa-rules-of-behavior-for-handling-personally-identifiable-information-pii-21802-cio?term=2180.2%20CIO]

● 2181.1 ADM Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12, Personal Identity Verification and Credentialing, and Background Investigations for Contractors, March 18, 2020 (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/directives-library/homeland-security-presidential-directive12-personal-identity-verification-and-credentialing-and-background-investigations-for-contractors-21811-adm]

● 2100.2C CIO P GSA Wireless Local Area Network (LAN) Security guide (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/directives-library/gsa-wireless-local-area-network-wlan-security-21002c-cio?term=2100.2BCCIO%20P%20GSA%20Wireless%20Local%20Area%20Network%20(LAN) %20Security%20guide] https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/SpecialPublications/NIST.SP.800-53r5.pdf https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/SpecialPublications/NIST.SP.800-53r5.pdf https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/SpecialPublications/NIST.SP.800-82r2.pdf

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● GSA IT Policy Requirements Guide 12-2018 (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/CIO%2012- 2018_%20IT%20Policy%20Requirements%20Guide.pdf]

● GSA IT Security Procedural Guide: Security and Privacy Requirements for IT Acquisition Efforts CIO-IT Security-09-48, Rev6, April 15, 2021 (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/insite/Security_and_Privacy_Requirements_for_IT_Acquisition_ Efforts_%5BCIO_IT_Security_09-48_Rev_6%5D_04-15-202.pdf]

● GSA IT Security Procedural Guide: SSL TLS Implementation Guide - CIO-IT Security 14-69, Rev3, April 6, 2021 (see attachments) [https://insite.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/insite/SSL_TLS_Implementation_%5BCIO_IT_Security_14- 69_Rev_6%5D_04-06-2021docx.pdf]

● PBS Technology Policy (see attachments) [https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-gXxLkFOhnKaGo4MjZrREg0TFBZMXhYUXZ0VXRTNXR1d253/view?resourcekey=0- Kval0KWoJrtF6oDku9HY3A]

2.4. CUTTING & PATCHING REQUIREMENTS

See 100% construction documents attached to this SOW.

2.4.1. Structural Systems

Do not cut structural beams or major structural elements without the written review and approval of a Licensed Structural Engineer. Additionally, the COR/PM shall obtain review and acceptance from GSA’s OPDQ’s structural engineer and A/E’s structural engineer. Prior to cutting and/or drilling through any structural member, the Contractor shall conduct ground penetrating radar, or similar type of investigative measure to prevent cutting concealed material. Submit structural calculations sealed by a Licensed Structural Engineer to the COR/PM concurrently for acceptance.

Do not cut and patch structural elements in a manner that would change their load-carrying capacity or load-deflection ratio.

2.4.2. Operational Systems

The Contractor shall not cut and patch operating elements, safety related systems, or related components in a manner that would result in reducing their capacity to perform as intended, or that would result in increased maintenance, or decreased operational life or safety.

2.4.3. Visual / Finishes

The Contractor shall not cut and patch construction exposed on the exterior, or in occupied spaces, in a manner that would, in GSA's opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities, or that would result in visual evidence of cutting and patching. The Contractor shall remove and replace construction that is cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

Patched areas shall be neatly trimmed prior to patching. Feather all patches to provide a complete and finished surface. Paint all exposed work provided under the contract including all patched areas, and exposed areas uncovered during demolition, to provide a complete and finished project. Paint patched areas and surrounding areas to the nearest break in wall surface, or other building line to provide a neat and finished appearance. All paint shall match adjacent painted surfaces. Protect all surrounding areas including fixtures, furniture, floors and accessories from paint splatter and droppings. Clean and restore all areas splashed with paint.

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Any work related to removing equipment, brackets, supports, etc. that leaves holes or damaged surfaces on the floor, walls, and ceilings, shall be patched with the same adjacent material and finish.

2.5. NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT (NHPA) REQUIREMENTS

This building is not listed in the National Register of Historic Places. NATIONAL

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) REQUIREMENTS

2.6. NATIONAL CAPITAL PLANNING COMMISSION (NCPC) REQUIREMENTS

Modifications to the design of the exterior of the building or site work will require a review by OPDQ and could result in a resubmission to NCPC.

2.7. U.S. COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS (CFA) REQUIREMENTS

Modifications to the design of the exterior of the building or site work will require a review by OPDQ and could result in a resubmission to CFA.

2.8. ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

The Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS) is mandatory for all GSA projects and shall be maintained at all times.

2.9. SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor(s) shall comply with the safety standards and guidelines referenced in Section 2.3.1 as well as the following requirements:

GSA’s Safety and Health are the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) for all safety and health concerns at all GSA owned facilities.

The Contractor shall provide a site-specific Safety and Health Plan that includes job hazard analysis, bloodborne pathogens, emergency response, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, hazard mitigation, hazardous energy control (lock out/tag out), arc flash requirements, hazardous noise, confined space, crane plans, fall protection, chemicals being used onsite, trainings/ certification, and when safety toolbox meetings will occur.

The Contractor shall provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for all substances/ materials to be used in the performance of this contract to the onsite O&M shop. The Contractor will ensure all personnel wear the appropriate personal protective equipment required by the SDSs.

The Contractor shall ensure that all hazards at the end of the workday/ project end are mitigated to ensure that the site is not left in an unsafe condition (e.g., fall, confined space, excavation, chemicals, walkways).

The Contractor shall ensure a first aid kit is available at the site and that all employee injuries and incidents are reported to the COR immediately for reporting to GSA Safety and Health.

The Contractor shall ensure that all hazardous energy sources are locked and tagged out, arc flash procedures are followed to include all PPE, lock out/ tag out (LOTO), labeling, demarcation of zones, and all 1-line drawings are updated. All new electrical must be updated on the inside electrical panel door, all wires are run correctly, and wires are labeled.

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All equipment and material that is owned by the contractor must be labeled with the contractor's contact name and cell number for rapid identification during inspections or emergency situations.

The Contractor shall only use extension cords with three (3) prongs (ground) and only use them for temporary power daily. All extension cords will be inspected before use for damage, frayed electrical, exposed wires, and must dispose of all damaged extension cords. Damaged extension cords cannot be repaired with electrical tape and must be replaced with new ones to prevent electrical shock hazards and fire. Extension cords cannot be plugged into outlets that have appliances or essential equipment plugged into them. The GFCI extension cord adaptors can be used to prevent the tripping of electrical services.

The Contractor shall not store chemicals, equipment, debris, or trash in or around electrical rooms/ panels, in hallways, stairwells, on stairs, or in authorized spaces at any time.

The Contractor shall not permit any contractors/ employees from entering a confined space, accessing the roof top areas without the proper clearance, fall protection, RF Radiation hazard areas, or any other area deemed unsafe by the COR or GSA NCR Safety and Occupational Health.

The Contractor will ensure compliance with all confined spaces with attention to the entry of permit required confined spaces. The contractor is responsible for working with the O&M contractor and building manager for compliance with the site-confined space program.

The Contractor shall at any time be able to submit inspection documentation and training documentation for its employees to the COR and GSA NCR Safety and Occupational Health personnel.

All accidents must be reported to the COR immediately and any injuries to personnel must be reported to the COR and NCR Safety and Health immediately with updates hourly until the situation is addressed. A written report shall be submitted within 24 hours of the injury to the COR and NCR Safety and Health. Incidents without injury must submit a written report to the COR within 24 hours.

2.10. FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

GSA’s Fire Protection Engineers are the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) for all GSA owned facilities.

2.10.1. Egress/Life Safety

● The existing means of egress for the remainder of the occupied building shall be maintained in an NFPA 101 compliant manner at all times unless specifically approved by the GSA regional fire protection engineer.

● Demonstrate compliance with the safeguarding construction and alteration operations requirements of NFPA 241. Construction activities for tenant alterations or building modernizations shall be separated from the remainder of an occupied building with walls having a minimum 1-hr fire resistant rating with 45-min opening protectives or shall be provided with an active sprinkler system and continuous smoke partitions throughout the duration of construction.

Construction phasing and/or separation walls shall be located in such a manner to maintain an NFPA 101 compliant egress arrangement for the remainder of the occupied building (dead-ends, common paths of travel, travel distances, etc.).

2.10.2. Fire Protection Systems

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● Modify existing sprinkler systems in accordance with the latest requirements of NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

● Working plans sprinkler system layout shall be performed by a minimum NICET Level III or IV Water Based Systems Layout technician, or a licensed Fire Protection Engineer.

● Provide detailed shop drawings, in accordance with NFPA 13, "Working Plans”. Drawings shall be drawn to an indicated scale on sheets of uniform size and be submitted to the COR for review and approval by the GSA regional fire protection engineer. Information shall include but not be limited to the following:

○ Layout indicating details, plan view, elevations and sections of the system piping.

Indicate the location of sprinkler heads and piping in relation to the ceiling layout, showing pipe lengths and sizes.

○ Detailed riser diagram showing schematic of systems supply, supply connection, devices, valves, pipe and fittings.

○ Hydraulic calculations

○ Annotated manufacturer’s data sheets showing the specific model, type and size of each item.

○ The signature and seal of a licensed Professional Fire Protection Engineer, or a NICET

Level III or IV Technician.

● Perform hydrostatic testing of sprinkler piping in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 13.

● Final Inspection and Testing: Advise the COR/PM when hydrostatic and alarm tests have been completed and all necessary corrections made, so as to permit final inspection and testing.

Submit requests for testing at least 15 calendar days prior to the test date.

○ The final test shall be witnessed by the GSA regional fire protection engineer and/or the third-party fire protection engineer responsible for inspections and acceptance testing.

The Contractor and an authorized representative from each supplier of equipment shall be in attendance at the final test.

○ Final testing shall include, but is not limited to, testing of all waterflow and tamper switches.

○ Provide all equipment, services and labor to properly perform all required tests.

2.10.3. Fire Alarm Systems

● Modify existing fire alarm system in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code. Provide new UL-listed fire alarm equipment. All new equipment shall be compatible with the existing fire alarm equipment manufacturer.

● Fire alarm initiating device and notification appliance shop drawing layout shall be performed by NICET Level III or IV fire alarm systems technician, or licensed fire protection engineer.

Installation shall be accomplished by an electrical contractor with a minimum of five years’ experience in the installation of fire alarm systems.

● All circuits and pathways shall match existing in class and survivability designations. Conductors must match existing gauge, type, and color coding. All conductors which are terminated, spliced, or otherwise interrupted in any enclosure, cabinet, mounting or junction box shall be connected to terminal blocks in a workman like manner.

● Provide detailed installation shop drawings, in accordance with NFPA 72 documentation and shop drawing requirements. Drawings shall be drawn to an indicated scale on sheets of uniform

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○ A complete description of the system operation.

○ A complete list of device addresses and corresponding messages.

○ Point-to-point wiring diagrams showing the points of connection and terminals used for all electrical field connections in the system, including all interconnections between the equipment or systems which are supervised or controlled by the system.

○ Annotated manufacturer’s data sheets showing the specific model, type and size of each item.

○ Notification appliance circuit calculations including voltage drop, circuit capacity, amplifier capacity, and power supply capacity.

○ Battery calculations for both the alarm and supervisory power requirements. Ampere- ¬hour requirements for each system component shall be submitted with the calculations.

○ Provide a color code schedule for the wiring and floor plans showing the location of all devices and equipment.

○ The signature and seal of a licensed Professional Fire Protection Engineer, or a NICET Level III or IV Technician.

● Prior to installation the contractor shall coordinate and schedule a fire alarm outage with the GSA project manager or GSA facilities management office. When work is being performed on an active fire alarm circuit(s), the fire alarm system must be taken out of service by the O&M vendor or their designated representative. The fire alarm system shall be returned to “normal” operating condition before the contractor and subcontractor(s) leave for the work shift.

● Fire alarm programming changes are permitted only when confirmed acceptance testing is scheduled with the AHJ or their designated representative. A fire alarm program change must be acceptance accepted within 24 hours of the change. The AHJ is the GSA regional fire protection engineer.

● Perform preliminary tests to ensure that all devices and circuits are functioning properly. After preliminary testing is complete, provide a letter certifying that the installation is complete and fully operable.

● Perform final acceptance testing in accordance with the requirements of NFPA in the presence of the GSA regional fire protection engineer or third-party fire protection engineer.

2.10.4. Fire and Life Safety System Testing and Acceptance

● The Contractor shall provide a subcontracting Fire Protection Engineering firm, other than the Design Team Fire Protection Engineer (FPE subcontractor), acceptable to the GSA Fire Protection Engineering Section, to witness system acceptance testing and inspections.

○ The contracting firm shall be a firm whose prime enterprise is in the field of fire protection engineering. The contracting firm should have a fully operational and fully staffed office within a 50-mile radius of Washington, DC. The contracting firm must provide a program manager who possesses a BS or MS in Fire Protection Engineering and meets the experience requirements for fire protection engineers listed below.

Complete documentation to support fire alarm systems testing experiences must be resubmitted as a part of the submittal package.

○ Qualified fire protection engineer(s) shall witness acceptance testing. The FPE subcontractor must employ a full-time team of at least two qualified fire protection

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○ The fire protection engineer(s) shall have experience in submittal review, construction inspection, acceptance testing and commissioning systems.

○ The fire protection engineer(s) shall demonstrate thorough working knowledge and formal training in fire protection codes and standards, especially the latest edition of NFPA 101, NFPA 13, NFPA 72, NFPA 90A and the International Building Code. The proposed personnel shall demonstrate that they have acted in charge of fire protection engineering designs including fire protection and extinguishment systems, fire alarm systems, life safety systems, and smoke control systems.

● Testing and inspections for the fire alarm shall include the following minimum criteria:

○ Testing and commissioning in accordance with NFPA 72

○ All new equipment shall be 100% fully tested

○ Confidence (re-acceptance) testing to include 10% of the building field devices

○ Test each fire alarm initiating and indicating device and circuit for proper operation and response

○ Test the system for all specified functions in accordance with the contract specifications, and the approved sprinkler and fire alarm submittals

○ Determine that the system is operable under trouble conditions

○ Test the adequacy of the notification appliances (visible and audible characteristics)

○ Program changes to the building fire alarm control panel will require re-acceptance testing within 24 hours of the change

○ As applicable, perform a battery test for all new control panels and extender panels

● Testing and inspections for the fire protection system shall include the following minimum criteria:

○ Verify compliance with NFPA 13

○ Visual inspection of the sprinkler system adequacy, coverage, piping, hangars, sprinkler locations, hydraulic nameplates, and sprinkler types.

● Inspections for fire compartment integrity shall include the following minimum criteria:

○ Visually inspect fire rated partition/wall and floor assemblies, partition stenciling, fire door, and fire/smoke damper operation.

● Inspections for life safety and egress shall include the following minimum criteria:

○ Verify compliance with the NFPA 101 egress requirements

○ Visually inspect emergency lighting, exit signage, and egress arrangement (pathways, exits, special locking, etc.)

The Contractor shall provide a written Discrepancies and Omissions (D&O) list within 48 hours of completion of each test or inspection. The D & O list shall include a description of the work that was completed, a description on the system equipment and operation, and describe conditions which do not comply with the above criteria. Provide corrective action recommendations for all discrepancies and omissions. Note that the task includes follow up inspections and testing necessary to verify corrections of items. If no items are necessary for correction, the D&O list

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2.11. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

All work, including contact with and handling of hazardous materials, the disturbance or dismantling of structures containing hazardous materials, and/or the transport and disposal of hazardous materials shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1910/1926, and 40 CFR 761/260-271.

2.11.1. Universal / Hazardous Waste

The Contractor shall follow the instructions contained within the design drawings and specifications.

The Contractor shall dispose of all fluorescent bulbs as universal hazardous waste.

The Contractor shall survey the project area for universal / hazardous waste per section 2.13.1. of this SOW. It is anticipated that universal / hazardous waste will be encountered during work activities.

All fluorescent bulbs shall be disposed of as universal hazardous waste.

2.11.2. Protection of Stratospheric Ozone

The Contractor shall not allow the venting of refrigerants to the atmosphere in compliance with section 608 of the Clean Air Act (40 CFR Part 82).

2.11.3. Refrigerant Recovery and Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Requirements

The Contractor shall identify the type(s)/type(s)/number(s)(s) of refrigerant(s) to be recovered as part of the project and their viability for reuse as recovered or after reclamation. GSA will determine and inform the Contractor of the disposition plan (reuse by GSA, reuse by the DOD, sale to a certified technician or reclaimer or disposal per RCRA regulations).

New chiller equipment, refrigerators, air conditioners, and heat pumps may only use refrigerants listed as “Acceptable” by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program, even if EPA's "Unacceptable as of" date is in the future.

2.12. ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS

Refer to PBS Interim Core Building Standards for applicable laws and regulations to follow.

If any pumps or motors are purchased, they shall be NEMA Premium Efficiency rated and controlled by a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD).

If insulation is replaced or installed, it shall be the maximum feasible insulation on tanks, pipes, fittings, valves, and other associated equipment related to the domestic hot water system in the building.

2.12.1. Lighting Fixtures

Lighting fixtures should be approved by the Design Lights Consortium® (DLC) with a DLC Premium Certification—as the priority—and Energy Star certified if no DLC rating is available.

Lighting-inclusive projects shall use efficient light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures and automatic lighting controls (i.e. either occupancy or vacancy sensors, the preference is for vacancy sensors) that are linked to the Building Automation System, if present. When retrofitting an existing lighting fixture with new LED bulbs or tubular LEDs, ANSI & ASHRAE must be followed.

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Interior lighting color temperature is recommended to be 3500 K and not to exceed 4000 K. Indoor lighting should be on motion detection controls and daylight controls if within 10 feet of a window or skylight.

2.12.2. Energy Rebates

● Core & Shell Improvements:

○ Lighting controls - daylighting sensors, occupancy/vacancy sensors (prefer vacancy sensors), time clocks

○ Relamping or replacement of lighting fixtures (note that fixtures should be approved by the Design Lights Consortium® (DLC) with a DLC Premium Certification or Standard DLC rating if Premium is not available as the first priority and Energy Star certified if DLC is not available)

○ Active filtering systems

○ Retuning, recommissioning

2.12.3. HVAC System Replacement, HVAC System Controls, Cooling Tower Replacement

Refer to PBS Interim Core Building Standards, ASHRAE, International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), or International Green Construction Code (IgCC), as necessary.

2.13. BUILDING CONTROL SYSTEMS, INCLUDING BUILDING AUTOMATION

SYSTEMS (BAS) AND BUILDING MONITORING AND CONTROL (BMC)

SYSTEMS

The property does have a BAS or BMC.

The Contractor shall integrate all new equipment into the existing BAS or BMC and controllers. This includes interface compatibility, required programming, and commissioning to ensure performance meets the required performance objectives per the PBS Smart Buildings Directive, Smart Building Implementation Guide Requirements, Smart Buildings Program Guide, GSA Data Normalization for Building Automation Systems, GSA National Capital Region AMS Guide, Technology Policy for PBS Owned Building, Monitoring and Control Systems, and Niagara NiCS Statement. If the BAS or BMC are on a Federal Government network, or will be connected to the network by this project, then the Contractor shall comply with Section 2.16 of this SOW.

2.14. CONNECTIONS TO FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BUILDING SYSTEMS

NETWORKS (BSN)

This project is anticipated to connect to GSA’s Network. All people working on this task order, and interfacing with a Federal Government internet or intranet network shall be HSPD-12 cleared prior to working on the network, regardless of the number of days engaged in the project. All work shall comply with Section 2.3.3. of this SOW.

2.15. COMMISSIONING

Commissioning Agent

The GSA will retain the services of a Commissioning Agent (CxA) through the Construction Manager as Advisor (CMa) to verify that the Contractor has executed the project per the design.

Commissioning services will include building enclosure, HVAC, electrical, lighting, acoustics, and stormwater best management practice.

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2.15.1. Mechanical/HVAC Commissioning

The Contractor shall execute commissioning of the required systems identified in the project specifications. The Contractor shall complete the required commissioning checklists, and schedule commissioning of the systems with the CxA, and make adjustments to the systems until the systems pass the required tests including, but not limited to, equipment startup, testing, adjusting and balancing, demonstration of performance, calibration, sequence of operations, capacity verification, and communications interface with the existing building control and monitoring system.

2.15.2. Electrical Commissioning

The Contractor shall execute commissioning of the required systems identified in the project specifications. The Contractor shall complete the required commissioning checklists, and schedule commissioning of the systems with the CxA, and make adjustments to the systems until the systems pass the required tests including, but not limited to, equipment startup, testing, adjusting and balancing, demonstration of performance, calibration, sequence of operations, capacity verification, and communications interface with the existing building control and monitoring system.

2.15.3. Lighting

During commissioning, the Contractor shall verify light levels by measuring at 3' above finish floor using a footcandle meter to verify compliance with IES requirements.

2.15.4. Regulatory Inspections

All jurisdictional inspections required by any of the applicable plans above must be scheduled prior to, during, and after construction as stipulated in the approved permit plans.

2.15.5. Training

Applicable staff shall be invited to participate from the GSA Building Management team, the O&M contractor, As-Built Drawings

All stormwater BMPs shall have as-built drawings, and any other documentation (i.e. stamped record drawings) generated as required by jurisdictional regulators. These drawings shall meet all applicable jurisdiction requirements and shall be submitted to the applicable jurisdiction’s regulatory agency following all of that agency’s intake process protocols. Final inspections shall be scheduled with the regulators, and all regulatory aspects of the project must be closed out before final invoices are approved.

2.15.6. Documentation Transfer

All of the documentation listed below shall be organized and provided to the COR/PM who will provide it to the Building Manager and the regional stormwater program manager.

1) Construction Inspection Reports

2) O&M Manuals

3) Commissioning Report

4) Training Video (or another format as applicable)

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2.16. PROJECT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (PMIS): KAHUA

The Contractor shall provide all project documentation through GSA’s electronic Project Management Information System (PMIS). GSA’s current PMIS is Kahua. The Contractor shall request logins to the system for key personnel, after their HSPD-12 Final Fitness is complete and the Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card has been issued, through the PM/COR. The Contractor shall take Kahua training in order to use the GSA PMIS Kahua. Training videos are available on You Tube.

2.17. MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall follow all manufacturers’ instructions and best accepted trade practices during performance of this work.

2.18. BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (BIM)

Not applicable.

2.19. ENERGY MODELING AND PERFORMANCE

Not applicable.

2.20. COBie

The Contractor shall submit a COBie-compliant facility management data set for all equipment within this SOW.

The Contractor shall verify that the room numbering list complies with the COBie requirements set forth in the contract documents and matches the data structure of the National Computerized Maintenance Management System (NCMMS).

2.21. METERS & SUBMETERS

2.25.2. Electricity Metering

This project shall install advanced meters for electricity in accordance with EPAct 2005. Provide electric meters capable of bidirectional monitoring of phase voltages, phase currents, power consumption (demand), power factor, kVAR, and availability. These meters shall be capable of communicating via open protocol per the GSA National Capital Region AMS Guide.

Electric sub-meters shall be installed for overall premises, and special-use internal facilities (data centers, computer rooms, laboratory), having a designed electricity intensity exceeding 7 watts per usable square foot (7 w/USF) - reference GSA Public Buildings Service Pricing Guide, 4th Edition.

Tenant-Agency supplemental HVAC and other equipment including, but not limited to, roof-top HVAC units (RTUs), computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units, and business support equipment larger than 5 KVA, shall also be provided with metering in compliance with ASHRAE 90.1.

The electrical design shall include detailed drawings…