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This statement of work concerns the replacement of an 8-inch Ames 5000 reduced pressure detector assembly on a water supply line feeding a fire pump. The scope of work requires the contractor to determine the appropriate replacement assembly according to applicable codes and functional requirements. The contractor must remove the existing equipment, dispose of it offsite, install and test the new assembly, provide manufacturer warranty documentation, obtain any necessary permits from the city of Riverside, turn off and on the water service, test and certify the new assembly, and have the city sign off on permits. The period of performance is 30 days from award date and work will be performed onsite at the US Salinity Laboratory in Riverside, California during regular business hours.

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SOW for Replacement of 8” Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly (RPDA)

Agricultural Research Service

US Salinity Laboratory 450 W. Big Springs Rd.

Riverside, CA92507

Statement of Work for

Replacement of 8” Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly (RPDA)

December 2023

Statement of Work (SOW) for Replacement of 8” Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly (RPDA)

1.0 General

1.1 Background

The mission of the Agricultural Research Service is to develop and deliver state-of-the-art, science-based methods that improve the post-harvest processing, preservation, quality, marketing and consumption of safe and nutritious foods.

This acquisition concerns the replacement of a failed 8” Ames 5000 Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly (RPDA) on water supply feeding fire pump.

The RPDA to be replaced is original to construction of the facility in 1992 and is experiencing minor leaks.

1.2 Objective

To replace failing 8” RPDA (with relief valve), including all equipment, labor, and materials. Hardware shall be stainless steel. Replacement must meet current State and Local building and fire codes as applicable.

1.3 Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all resources necessary to accomplish the tasks and deliverables described in this Statement of Work (SOW).

The contractor shall determine the appropriate replacement as per code and functional requirements.

All parts and labor shall be included.

Manufacturer’s limited warranty shall be included.

1.4 Period of Performance

The period of performance of this contract is 30 days from date of award.

1.5 Place of Performance

US Salinity Laboratory, 450 W. Big Springs Rd., Riverside, CA 92507

Work to be performed during regular business hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday excluding the following Federal holidays:

New Year’s Day Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Presidents’ Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day

All contract staff shall sign in and abide by all visitor policies related to parking and facilities access.

Travel, meals, and lodging will not be reimbursed.

2.0 Specific Requirements/Tasks

Determine appropriate replacement RPDA as per State and Local authorities.

Remove existing equipment and dispose off-site.

Install and test RPDA. Provide successful test documentation.

Provide manufacturer’s limited warranty.

Obtain any necessary permits from the City of Riverside.

Have the City of Riverside turn off the water service at the nearest shutoff.

Remove the existing 8” Ames 5000 RPDA and dispose.

Install one (1) new 8” 8” Ames 5000 RPDA “brand name” or an equal product.

Have the City of Riverside turn on the water service.

Test & certify the assembly and submit the results to the appropriate agencies.

Have the City of Riverside sign off on any required permits.

1.0 General
2.0 Specific Requirements/Tasks

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