Attachment 1 - Statement of Work.docx

Construction Services Statement of Work, Consular Affairs Building “C”, Charleston Regional Center – CRC

U.S. Department of State Bureau of Administration Real Space Management- Design and Construction

Statement of Work for Construction Services 06/02/2025

PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

Project Title: Charleston Regional Center (CRC) Building “C” Department Of State Consulate affairs (CA/PPT)

CPC-0424

Building Location: Holland Street, N. Charleston, South Carolina Building ID#:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. PROJECT INFORMATION

1.1.1. PROJECT BACKGROUND

Due to the increased demand for new passports, the Consular Affairs passport regional office in Charleston (CRC) has requested an additional 3,000 square feet to enhance the passport production / scanning facilities A/DOES has determined that an existing and abandoned fitness center can be converted for this intended purpose.

1.1.2. PROJECT SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

EXISTING BUILDING RENOVATION

Provide all spaces according to the requirements outlined in the Contract Documents. Work shall include all necessary demolition and new construction of interior architectural elements and finishes, cabling, physical security, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems, fire protection, fire alarm and another associated design and construction requirements necessary to render the space complete and usable by the client. Work restrictions must follow all base access and security requirements as established by FLETC and Department of State.

The contractor shall perform the following work in accordance with the Contract Documents:

Scope of Work for Interior Renovation of the Passport Center

I. General Requirements:

- Renovation area: 2,913 SQ. FT.

- New finishes for floors and walls; ceiling tiles replaced to match new installations.

- Project Scope include Mechanical, electrical, equipment rooms, and storage areas.

II. Demolition:

- Existing Fitness Center space

- Demolition in Corridors adjacent to the existing Fitness Center including the North entrance and security checkpoint.

- Existing Locker Rooms and Restrooms to be demolished to include walls within the project area.

III. Schedule:

- Work shall be performed during regular business hours.

- Any noisy or disruptive work shall be performed outside normal business hours.

- Normal Government business hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

IV. Interior Renovation Tasks:

1. Replace acoustical ceiling tiles.

2. Remove existing man trap and turnstiles at North Building Entrance and install new flooring

3. Replace existing flooring and wall base.

4. Install new wall with double door opening to include security access control at corridor leading to loading dock.

5. Paint gypsum wallboard walls and ceilings.

6. Replace wall protection.

7. Convert Locker and Shower room into Storage Room.

8. Modify HVAC systems for new heat loads and usage

9. Modify electrical circuits per design documents for new usage

10. Add new lighting per design drawings and specifications

11. Modify fire sprinkler system for new ceiling grid and tile layout.

12. Modify fire alarm system for new room layout and arrangement

13. Modify/Add security infrastructure for new controlled access door and turnstile removal.

14. Remove and replace building signage.

V. Interior Finishes:

- Finishes to be selected by the owner, including acoustical panels, paint colors, corner guards, solid surfaces, fabrics, and bathroom tiles.

This summary captures the essential elements of the renovation project.

Specifications Design Drawings

DELIVERY TYPE

This project is for Construction Services- Fixed Price.

1.2. PROJECT GOALS

· Complete project on-time- (Substantial Completion Date is March 1st , 2026)

· Complete project within the overall project budget

· Complete the project with no safety incidents

· Complete the project with no security violations or infractions

1.3. PROJECT OBJECTIVES

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

· 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

1.4. N/A

1.5. PROJECT SCHEDULE

The overall Period of Performance shall be 180 calendar days from Notice to Proceed to Substantial Completion.

Final Completion shall be 30 calendar days after Substantial Completion.

1.6. CONTRACT TYPE

The Government contemplates the award of a firm-fixed price contract to the successful offeror. The prices shall include, but shall not be limited to the following:

· Contract Management

· Construction Services including Materials, Labor, and Supervision

· Professional Inspection and Testing Services

1.7. PROJECT SECURITY

The security requirements listed in this section are provided by Diplomatic Security (DS). In the event of a conflict in the instructions between documents, the contractor shall obtain written clarification and direction from the government.

The project security level is SENSITIVTE BUT UNCLASSIFIED (SBU). The Diplomatic Security agent was involved during the design process, especially when handling, storing, and disseminating the (1) construction documents (specifications and drawings). Reference the DOS Security Classification Guide, Domestic and the Contract Security Classification Specification (DD Form 254).

Due to the sensitive but unclassified (SBU) guidance set forth by DOS Bureau of Diplomatic Security, all project drawings that identify DOS owned or leased property and floor plans shall not be distributed over an unencrypted, non-government e-mail address or unauthorized FTP site. Therefore, the contractor shall use ProjNet as the primary project management tool for transferring and storing project related drawings and documents. Files, drawings, documents that pertain to the project and stored on the contractor’s database shall be reflected on ProjNet. The DOS/RPM Project Manager will serve as the ProjNet administrator to manage and provide access to all post award folders.

The contractor is required to be escorted by DOS authorized escorts while inside a DOS facility. A minimum of two escorts shall be always on site. The government will provide one of these escorts. Contractor supervisors shall also apply for DOS badges vendor with escort authority.

Contractor shall comply with The Security Classification Guide (Dated December 15, 2021). (Attachment J.3.2.1) Security Regulations: All persons employed within the boundaries of the property or restricted access areas therein, and all persons permitted to enter such property and areas shall comply with the security regulations that have been establish for this contract. Contractors are responsible for advising all cleared employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and individuals of their individual responsibility to adhere to the established security measures, current and future. Any security violation or non-compliance shall result in an adjudication procedure by Diplomatic Security which could result in grounds for immediate termination from the project. All costs associated with the termination and or replacement of the individual shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

The building, project name and street address shall not be combined in any correspondence.

Access shall be denied if personnel seeking clearance to work on the project knowingly, willingly, or intentionally falsifies or omits information.

Personnel placed on a denied access list shall be prohibited from entering the project site. This shall include denial of access to any Department of State facility or annex, under any circumstance.

The contractor agrees on behalf of himself/herself and all subcontractors that the following security regulations will be observed by contractor and subcontractor personnel on the property. The contractor shall make it a specific provision of his subcontracts that these regulations be accepted.

At the commencement of this contract, the following security facilities and procedures shall apply:

· The Contractor shall provide information about all contractor and subcontractor personnel and others who require continuing access to the site before access is required and when access ceases.

· Within 7 calendar days after the award of the contract, the contractor shall submit a list on the contractor’s letterhead stationery of all employees, subcontractors and their employees, and others who will perform work or otherwise require access to the site. Personnel shall be listed in alphabetical order by company. The list shall include the full name, social security number, place of birth and date of birth for everyone which shall be sent in an encrypted format. Personnel applying for DOS vendor badges are also required to have a completed SF-85P.

· Name of any employee added later to the original list shall be submitted with the same information on the contractor’s letterhead stationery at least 7 calendar days in advance of the date of access by the employee.

· The contractor shall notify the government in writing when personnel are no longer employed by the contractor or a subcontractor. Individuals’ name, social security number, place of birth, and date of birth shall be included, and the company who employed the individual shall also be included.

· To permit the government to supply badges for on-site personnel, the contractor shall cause everyone to complete a personnel identification form. These forms will be provided by the government to the contractor at the preconstruction conference. Processing of the forms will be performed by the government at government expense.

· The vendor badge furnished by the government to contractor employees will serve to authorize the wearer to enter and leave the security area. The badge will be retained by the individual if he requires continued admittance to the site, but the contractor will arrange for its immediate return to the government when such needs cease.

· Temporary or visitor badges will be provided by the contractor for persons who are identified as having an infrequent or temporary legitimate business need for access to the site.

· The contractor shall be responsible for requiring employees to prominently display contractor-provided “construction site badge” at all times while on the work site. An employee shall surrender the construction site badge immediately to authorized Diplomatic Security personnel if requested to do so.

· The contractor shall deliver immediately to the designated security representative, any construction site badge when access to the site is no longer required, when job termination occurs, or upon demand of a UPD officer or Diplomatic Security.

At the commencement of this contract, the following security procedures shall apply to the contractor and all subcontractors.

· Do not enter the building without building passes or park without parking permits. Vehicle Authorization Requests shall be required for any vehicle entering the site and shall be submitted at least 24 hours before the date and time of access. Access shall be restricted to picking up and dropping off materials and supplies, and, with a permit issued by the government, to parking in designated areas.

· Comply with the security regulations of the building

· In the case of any questions as to the eligibility of an individual to obtain a pass, notify the contracting officer or the designated representative, who will obtain a determination whether the individual can obtain a pass.

· The following items are prohibited on the construction site, unless written approval is granted from the Site Security Manger, or the designated representative, and the Contracting Officer, or the designated representative:

· Firearms or other weapons

· Controlled substances

· Alcoholic beverages

· Cell phones, Blackberry, smart phones, and any device with a camera

· Explosive or incendiary devices, (except power actuated fastening tools)

· Cameras are not permitted without written permission from DS and the contracting officer or the designated representative. The request must cite the reasons and uses for photographs, negatives, or video. If approved, the permission will be granted in writing and will provide additional guidelines. In any case, all film will be turned over to the contracting officer or the designated representative. No other use, including, without limitation, alteration, modification, reproduction, or distribution of material is permitted. The contractor shall be responsible for the costs of developing film.

· Personnel may be subject to inspections of their personal effects when entering and leaving the facility. In addition, unscheduled inspections of personnel may be made while on site.

The contractor and subcontractors shall be responsible for the security of their personal materials, tools, and equipment. The Site Security Manager, or the designated representative, shall be responsible for the physical security of the facility and safeguarding systems, vital to national security.

Control of keys and lock combinations are essential for project security. Keys will not be duplicated or removed from the project site and lock combinations will not be divulged without specific advance written authorization from the Site Security Manger or the designated representative. Such loss of control observed or suspected by the Site Security Manager, or the designated representative may result in the requirement to change the locks and/or combinations involved, at the contractor’s expense. Duplicate keys and lock combinations shall be provided to the Site Security Manager, or the designated representative, as requested, for the purpose of security inspections and emergency actions. This includes keys and combinations required for unrestricted access to every area and element of the project site. Also included, but not limited to, are toolboxes, parked machines, storage units, and/or similar locations/items. The Site Security Manager, or the designated representative, shall assume responsibility for control of such duplicate keys/combinations.

The contractor shall coordinate each day’s work with the Site Security Manager, or the designated representative, to ensure that escorts are provided where appropriate. At the end of the workday, the contractor will verify to the Site Security Manager, or the designated representative, that all contractor personnel have vacated the premises. All doors will be checked to verify the site is secure.

The contractor shall provide a non-business hour call-in list to the Site Security Manager, or the designated representative, of at least 3 responsible persons. These individuals shall respond to the site for non-business hour issues. The list shall include the name, contact telephone and cell phone numbers of the responding persons, in order of priority.

If any work is canceled, notify the contracting officer or the designated representative.

Emergency doors shall only be used in the event of a fire or a life-threatening situation.

The occupant agency reserves the right to close the job site and order contractor personnel off the premises in the event of a national emergency or a shut-down, for as long as security problems persist. The contractor may only return to the site with verbal approval from the occupant agency and the contracting officer or the authorized representative.

The government reserves the right to exclude or remove from the site or building any employee of the contractor or a subcontractor whom the government deems incompetent, careless, insubordinate or otherwise objectionable, or whose continued employment on the work is deemed by the government to be contrary to the public interests. The government further reserves the right to complete processing of the security documentation for personnel assigned to work within restricted access areas prior to such access to such areas by the personnel.

· Admittance to and from the project site shall be in strict accordance with the security regulations set forth in this contract. All personnel shall be subject to all security rules and regulations. Visitors must be approved in advance by the Site Security Manager, or the designated representative. The Site Security Manager or the designated representative shall define the limit/degree of access for which the visitor is authorized. The contractor shall establish procedures to control the movement of visitors to ensure they are only afforded access to the areas of the construction site consistent with the purpose of their visit.

· The contractor shall ensure that its employees use the most direct route to their work area. If an individual is found in an unauthorized area, a security incident review shall be initiated. DOS shall work with the contractor to resolve these issues and define reasonable limits.

· No interviews shall be conducted within the secured area. The contractor and subcontractors shall be required to maintain a field office, outside the limits establish by the security area, for all public contacts. Applicants for employment and other persons a not entitled to access to the secured area shall be required to contact the contractor or subcontractor at these offices.

2. SCOPE OF WORK

Work described and detailed within this shall be performed in accordance with the drawings and specifications issued for this project. Contractor shall provide all Labor and materials to complete the project as designed. Variation from the Scope of Work will be considered by DOS, if the proposed change is within the construction budget limitations, meets the objectives for the project, and results in an improved design. The Contracting Officer must approve all proposed changes in the Scope of Work.\

2.1. PROJECT SITE REQUIREMENTS

2.1.1. Work Restrictions

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.

During the construction period, the Contractor shall have full use of the designated premises for construction operations, including full use of the indicated work site, limited only by the Government's right to perform work or retain other contractors to perform work on portions of the project. The Contractor shall limit the use of the premises to the work areas indicated, and to allow for Government occupancy and public use.

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 Contracting Officer's Representative to ensure that proper security and access arrangements are made without impact on the construction schedule

2.1.2. Working Hours

2.1.2.1. Government Occupied Hours

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

2.1.2.2. Contractor's Working Hours

All Noisy work is required to be performed within the following hours:

· Monday through Friday, before 7:00 AM, then restart at 5:00 PM

· Saturday and Sunday between 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Work accomplished outside of Contractor’s Working Hours shall be performed at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall submit a proposed schedule and gain the Contracting Officer's approval at least 72 hours before proceeding with any work outside of Contractor’s Working Hours.

If weekend work is going to be taking place, all vehicles and contractors need to be cleared through security prior to the scheduled date and time.

2.1.3. 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, Monday through Friday.

Loading dock activities must be coordinated with the DOS Project Manager and Building Manager a minimum of 72 hours in advance. Security will need to give access at arrival time and again at departure time.

2.1.4. Parking

Limited parking is available, but not guaranteed, on site.

2.1.5. Staging and Storage

The Contractor may be provided a staging area within and outside the building, contingent upon DOS approval and provided that its use will not interfere with operations of the Government. DOS employees will not assist with unloading/loading of vehicles(s). The contractor shall provide all personnel and equipment needed for unloading, moving, and assembling the materials.

2.1.6. Dumpster

Limited space is available on site for a dumpster and must be approved and designated by the DOS Building Manager. Use of existing building dumpsters and trash bins is strictly prohibited.

2.1.7. Restrooms

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

2.1.8. Freight Elevator

NA

2.1.9. Existing Conditions

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

2.1.10. Electrical Circuits Updates

All modified electrical circuits will require “updating” the circuit-panel schedule. All new circuits added will require updating the panel schedule, and all new outlets will require identification indicating electrical room, panel and breaker identification. All junction boxes will be labeled with panel and breaker numbers.

2.2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.3.1 Alternates/Options

Acceptance or rejection of proposed alternates will be made by the Government prior to award of the Contract, and the Base Bid amount will be adjusted accordingly for accepted alternates/options to establish the contract price.

The Construction Contractor shall modify or adjust affected work as necessary to integrate the accepted alternate/option work completely and fully into the project Work.

2.3.2 Substitutions (see Specification Section 012500)

2.3. STANDARDS AND CRITERIA DOCUMENTS

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, must be reported to DOS in writing, for determination as to applicability.

2.3.1. DOS Requirements

· PBS P100, Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service, including all applicable Standards, Criteria and Guides listed therein, 2018

· PBS P100 Addendum, 2019

· PBS P120, Public Buildings Service Cost and Schedule Management Policy Requirements

· Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS)

· PBS Order 3490.2, “Document Security for Sensitive but Unclassified Building Information.”

· PBS CAD Standards

· PBS Building Commissioning Guide

· Guidance for Electric Metering in Federal Buildings

· IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings under Construction

· Occupational Safety and Health regulations for construction and general industry; 29 CFR Parts 1926 and 1910

· Section 01546 – Safety and Health Specification

· International Building Code (IBC)

· International Fire Code (IFC)

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

· Egress issues shall meet NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code)

· Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (36 CFR 68)

· The Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings New Construction and Major Renovations -OR- Existing Buildings (whichever applies)

· 40 CFR 61 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants

2.3.2. Customer Requirements

2.3.3. Stakeholder Requirements

· Not Used

2.4. CUTTING & PATCHING REQUIREMENTS

Replace, patch, and repair material and surfaces cut or damaged by methods and with materials in such a manner as not to void any existing warranties.

All substrates must be inspected, and defects repaired prior to installing new material or finish. All replacement and new materials should match the existing in material, dimensions, color and finish. All material selections / mock-ups need to be reviewed and approved by the DOS Project Manager and/or Customer prior to ordering.

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 and DOS. 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 Contracting Officer and COR concurrently for approval.

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

Do 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

Do not cut and patch construction exposed on the exterior or in occupied spaces in a manner that would, in DOS’ opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities. Do not cut and patch construction in a manner that would result in visual evidence of cutting and patching. Remove and replace construction that is cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactorily 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, exposed areas uncovered during demolition, to provide a complete and finished project. Paint patched areas plus 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-up and restore all areas splashed with paint.

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

2.5. NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT (NHPA) REQUIREMENTS

· Not Used

2.6. NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (NEPA) REQUIREMENTS

● Not Used

2.7. NATIONAL CAPITAL PLANNING COMMISSION REQUIREMENTS

· Not Used

2.8. U.S. COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS REQUIREMENTS

· Not Used

2.9. FINE ARTS REQUIREMENTS

It is not anticipated that Fine Arts will be disturbed during work activities.

2.10. ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS) is mandatory for all DOS projects. If local accessibility standards exist, the Contractor must follow the most stringent requirements between the local standards and ABAAS.

The building ABAAS accessibility shall be maintained at all times.

2.11. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

All contractor(s) shall comply with the safety guidelines and requirements contained in Section 015950 – Safety and Health specification.

2.12. FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

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

2.12.1. Egress/Life Safety

· The means of egress shall be maintained at all times.

· Egress issues shall meet NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code).

· Provide code analysis using the latest requirements of GSA PBS P-100, International Building Code, NFPA codes and standards, and any other applicable requirements. Code analysis shall include at a minimum applicable construction codes and standards, use and occupancy identification, construction type, height and area requirements, fire resistant rated construction requirements, vertical opening separation requirements, interior finishes, and egress requirements. The technical egress requirements of NFPA 101 must be used in lieu of the International Building Code.

· Provide occupant load and egress capacity calculations

· Provide illuminated exit marking signage and emergency lighting

· Demonstrate compliance with IBC requirements for fire resistant rated partitions, walls, and interior finishes

· Demonstrate compliance with NFPA locking and exit door hardware requirements.

2.12.2. Fire Protection Systems

· Modify existing sprinkler systems in accordance with the latest requirements of GSA PBS P-100, and NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

· Design of sprinkler modifications shall be performed by a minimum NICET Level III or IV Water Based Systems Layout technician, or a registered Fire Protection Engineer.

· Sprinkler design shall utilize the density/area method of NFPA 13. Sprinkler systems shall be designed using a minimum design area of 1,500 sq. ft. Area reduction method is not permitted.

· Sprinkler system design shall be hydraulically calculated. Waterflow test data used as the basis for hydraulic calculations shall have been taken within the previous twelve-month period. If recent data is unavailable, a hydrant or fire pump flow test shall be performed. The static and residual pressures determined by flow testing shall be reduced by 10% to allow for seasonal variations in the water supply. Water velocities in sprinkler piping shall not exceed 20 ft/s (6.1 m/s).

· Location of Sprinkler Heads: The spacing of sprinkler heads shall not exceed that permitted by NFPA 13 for the given hazard occupancy unless otherwise accepted by the regional GSA fire protection engineer.

· Sprinklers shall be in conformance with NFPA 13. Release elements shall be suitable for specific application and shall match existing. Provide quick response heads in all light hazard offices and all other occupancies in which their use is listed or approved. Heads located within the air streams of unit heaters or other heat emitting equipment or skylights shall be selected for proper temperature rating. The use of extended coverage sprinklers is prohibited unless specifically approved by the regional GSA fire protection engineer.

· Steel piping with wall thickness less than Schedule 30 shall not be threaded. Plastic piping shall not be permitted. Minimum pipe schedule shall be Schedule 10. Pipe 2.5” and smaller must be Schedule 40. Plain end fittings are not permitted. The use of flexible sprinkler piping shall be specifically approved by the GSA regional fire protection engineer.

· Provide detailed shop drawings, in accordance with NFPA 13, "Working Plans”. Drawings shall be on uniform size sheets no smaller than 760 mm by 1070 mm, to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. 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 registered Professional Fire Protection Engineer with a minimum of two years fire protection design experience, 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 Contracting Officer 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 test date.

· The final test shall be witnessed by a representative of the Regional GSA Safety and Environment Branch. 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. The Regional GSA Safety and Environment Branch shall supervise all testing.

· Provide as-built drawings and O&M manuals to the contracting officer’s technical representative upon completion of the project. These drawings shall indicate changes from the original layout, marked in red.

2.12.3. Fire Alarm Systems

· Provide UL-listed fire alarm control equipment as needed to support fire alarm system installation.

· Provide fire alarm initiating devices as needed in accordance with the requirements of GSA PBS P-100, International Building Code, and NFPA 72. Initiating devices to include but not be limited to manual pull stations, smoke detectors, duct smoke detectors, heat detectors, waterflow and tamper monitoring, and addressable control relays/modules. When modifying an existing fire alarm system all initiating devices shall be compatible with the existing make and model of the control equipment.

· Provide fire alarm notification devices as needed in accordance with the requirements of GSA PBS P-100, International Building Code, and NFPA 72. Notification appliances to include but not be limited to strobes, speakers, horns, or combination devices. When modifying an existing fire alarm system all initiating devices shall be compatible with the existing make and model of the control equipment.

· Fire alarm design shall be by a minimum NICET Level III or IV Fire Alarm Technician or a Registered Fire Protection Engineer. Installation shall be accomplished by an electrical contractor with a minimum five years of experience in the installation of fire alarm systems.

· Install all conductors in rigid metal conduit or electrical metallic tubing, with a minimum diameter of 19 mm (3/4”). Run conduit or tubing concealed unless specifically shown otherwise on the drawings. All wiring for the fire alarm system must be installed in separate conduit.

· All circuits and pathways shall match existing in class. Conductors must match existing in 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. Use of wire nuts is prohibited.

· Provide detailed shop drawings, in accordance with NFPA 72 documentation and shop drawing requirements. Drawings shall be on uniform size sheets no smaller than 760 mm by 1070 mm, and shall be submitted to the contracting officer’s technical for review and approval by the GSA regional fire protection engineer. Information shall include but not be limited to the following:

· 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 registered Professional Fire Protection Engineer with a minimum of two years fire protection design experience, or a NICET Level III or IV Technician.

· 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.

· Provide as-built drawings and O&M manuals to the contracting officer’s technical representative upon completion of the project. These drawings shall indicate changes from the original layout, marked in red.

2.12.4. Fire and Life Safety System Testing and Acceptance

· The Contractor shall provide a Fire Protection Engineering firm, other than the Design Team Fire Protection Engineer, 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 engineers shall witness acceptance testing. The contractor must employ a full-time team of at least two qualified fire protection engineers, available for the Testing required by this contract. The engineers shall possess a BS or MS in Fire Protection Engineering with at least four consecutive years of experience, in fire protection engineering work, within the past six (6) years. Proposed personnel shall demonstrate that they have been involved in alarm systems testing similar in complexity relevant to the scope.

· The proposed personnel shall demonstrate that they have acted in charge of fire protection engineering designs involving all aspects of fire protection. This includes design of wet and dry sprinkler systems, and wet chemical extinguishing systems. The qualifications of individuals shall also include design of multiplex/addressable building fire alarm and emergency voice communication systems.

· The FPEs shall have experience in submittal review, construction inspection, acceptance testing and commissioning systems.

· The FPEs shall demonstrate a 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.

· 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, sprinkler locations and types.

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

· Visually inspect fire rated partition/wall and floor assemblies, 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.)

· Contractor shall provide a written Discrepancies and Omissions (D&O) list within 48 hours of completion of each test or inspection. D&O list shall describe conditions which do not comply with the above criteria with recommended corrective action. 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 shall indicate all items have been corrected and the space is acceptable for issuance of an occupancy certificate.

2.13. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

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

2.14. 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

2.14.1. General

All work areas should be inspected and tested prior to starting work. If material suspected to be ACMs or LBPs are encountered, the material shall be sampled for bulk asbestos and/or lead paint chips.

2.14.2. Asbestos Containing Material

It is not anticipated that Asbestos Containing Material will be encountered during work activities.

2.14.3. Lead Based Paint

It is not anticipated that Lead-Based Paint (LBP) will be encountered during work activities.

2.14.4. Polychlorinated Biphenyl

It is not anticipated that Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) will be encountered during work activities.

2.14.5. Radon

It is anticipated that Radon gases will be encountered during work activities.

2.14.6. Mercury

It is not anticipated that mercury will be encountered during work activities.

2.14.7. Universal / Hazardous Waste

The contractor shall perform a comprehensive assessment to include the count and location of observed universal waste (fluorescent lamps, batteries, etc.) and/or hazardous waste on the site.

2.14.8. Exit Signs Requiring Special Disposal

It is not anticipated that exit signs requiring special disposal will be encountered during work activities.

2.14.9. Presence of Hazardous Materials

If any of the pre-alteration assessments determines that a hazardous material is present, the Contractor shall follow the requirements above.

2.14.10. Hazardous Materials Cost Tracking

If applicable, the Contractor shall propose and invoice costs for all effort related to asbestos separately from costs for all effort related to Lead and PCBs, both of which shall be separate from all other costs for GSA’s accounting purposes.

2.15. SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

2.15.1. Green Purchasing

All products and services purchased by DOS must meet strict sustainability requirements including, but not limited to, non-toxic, low or no VOC, recycled content, energy efficient, and water conserving. Where products that are labelled FEMP-approved, Design Lights Consortium® (DLC) Premium Certification (or Standard DLC rating if Premium is not available), Energy Star, EPA Safer Choice, or Water Sense exist and are applicable for this project, they must be used.

2.15.2. Key Sustainable Products

The use of GSA’s Key Sustainable Product (KSP) standards is mandatory for all contracts and task orders. If any of the five materials listed below are purchased as part of this project, they must comply with their respective sustainability standards. The Contractor shall specify the brand name and product that shall be used to meet each applicable KSP standard below. The Contractor shall provide the required data submittals to the Contracting Officer (CO) or their designee prior to the start of construction. The COR shall verify that the products submitted are compliant with these KSPs. The Contractor shall use standards listed in the Green Procurement Compilation (https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement) for products not listed below:

· Concrete (ready-mix and site-mix) Standard: ≥ 25% fly ash OR ≥ 15% ground granulated blast-furnace (GGBF) slag.

· Interior Latex Paint Standard: ≤ 50 grams per liter (g/L) VOCs post-tint (i.e. SCAQMD Rule 1113 standard).

· Acoustical Ceiling Tile Standard: Meets the California Section 01350 standard for low-VOC materials; AND total recycled content ≥ 20%; AND recyclable in a closed loop process; AND USDA Certified BioPreferred; AND Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) available.

· Nylon Carpet Standard: NSF 140 Platinum certification or Cradle-to-Cradle Bronze

· Gypsum Board Standard: Greenguard Gold certification OR 0 g/L VOCs In addition to the above listed key sustainable products, all other interior finishes must meet, at a minimum, the baseline environmental requirements specified in the GSA P100 facilities standards, Chapter 3, Architecture and Interior Design. Contractor shall submit product data for each finish material used, demonstrating compliance with the appropriate environmental requirements. Sustainability requirements for specific interior finishes and construction materials may also be found at https://sftool.gov/.

2.15.3. Proof of Compliance

The Contractor must, at all times during the performance of this contract, maintain a cut sheet or other documentation of compliance with product purchasing activities as stated within this specification. The Contractor shall provide copies of such documentation to the Contracting Officer or their designee as required or upon request.

2.15.4. Construction and Demolition Debris

Practice efficient waste management in the use of materials in the course of the work and use all reasonable means to divert construction and demolition waste from landfills and incinerators. The contractor shall provide enough containers for collecting construction debris and construction materials to be recycled. Unless state or local regulations require a higher percentage, this project is required to achieve minimum end-of-project rates for diversion of 50% by weight of total non-hazardous solid waste generated by the work (unless additional rates are indicated elsewhere in this Scope). While GSA’s minimum waste diversion requirement is 50%, the agency has a higher goal of 70% waste diversion for this project if required by specific regional targets. At the beginning of the project, the contractor/vendor is required to submit a waste management plan with monthly update reports on progress to the DOS project manager, as well as a final report documenting the total tons recycled, total tons reused, and total tons landfilled.

Waste reports and associated documentation must be submitted with each invoice.

2.15.5. Refrigerants

The Contractor shall identify the type(s)/amount(s) of refrigerant(s) to be recovered as part of the project and their viability for reuse as recovered or after reclamation.