Attachment 1 - Statement of Work.pdf

Directorate of Public Works Engineering Services Division

Fort Bliss, Texas

STATEMENT OF WORK

Replace Roof at B2417

MED 10211 5J 2 April 2026

Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

STATEMENT OF WORK MED 10211 5J

Table of Contents

PART 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1. Objectives

1.2. Period of Performance

1.3. Place of Performance

1.3.1. Occupancy:

1.4. Specific Work Requirements

1.4.1. General

1.4.2. Hazardous Material

1.4.3. Civil

1.4.4. Arquitectural

1.4.5. Structural

1.4.6. Fire Protection

1.4.7. Electrical

1.4.7. Telecomunications

1.4.7. Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC

1.5. Attachments

PART 2 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1. Basic Guidelines

2.1.1. Preconstruction Conference

2.1.2. Construction Documents

2.1.4. Contractor Furnished Items

2.1.5. Installation Property

2.1.6. Contractor Vehicles

2.1.7. Buy American Act. Construction Materials

2.2. Key Personnel

2.2.1. PM

2.2.2. Superintendent

2.2.3. SSHO

2.2.4. QCM

2.3. Utilities

2.3.1. Utilities Cutovers and Interruptions

2.3.2. Portable Latrines

2.4. Hours of Operation

2.4.1. Normal Work Hours

2.4.1.1. Federal Government Holidays

2.4.2. Approval of Work Outside Normal Work Hours

2.6. Historical Properties

2.7. Environmental

2.7.1. Permits

2.7.5. Construction Waste Management and Disposal

2.7.5.1. Salvage, Waste, and Disposal

2.7.5.10. Archaeology

2.7.6. Natural Resources Program

2.7.7. Pollution Prevention Act (PPA)

2.7.8. Noise Control

2.8. Safety

2.8.1. Accident Prevention Plan (APP)/Safety Plan

2.8.2. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

2.8.3. Army Radiation Permit

2.8.4. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Notice Requirements

2.9. Quality Control (QC)

2.9.1. QC Program Requirements

2.9.2. QCM

2.9.3. Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan

2.9.4. Contractor Quality Control Meetings

2.9.5. Contractor Quality Control Inspections

2.10. Security

2.10.1. Security Requirements

2.10.2. Physical Security

2.10.4. Security of Classified Items, Systems and Information

2.10.5. Security of Staging Area

2.10.6. Antiterrorism / Operations Security (AT-OPSEC)

2.11. Submittals/ Deliverable Requirements

2.11.2. Pre-Construction Submittals / Deliverables Package

2.11.3. Construction Submittals/Deliverables Package

2.11.3.7. Close-out Submittals / Deliverables Package

PART 3 - APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS AND FORMS

PART 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1. Objectives. Remove existing roof system at building 2417 and replace it with new fully adhered

80 mil TPO roofing system over cover board, R38 insulation and 5/8-inch glass-mat roof board.

Provide termination bars, counterflashing, and continuous bead of sealant. Install in accordance with roofing manufacturer’s recommendations. Provide a 30-year manufacturer’s warranty with 120-mph wind speed coverage. The Contractor shall provide all work, labor, materials, related fees, and related services for construction requested herein until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract, by the Government in a professional and collaborative environment to sustain mission requirements. Construction services and finished products shall be delivered on schedule, safely, and compliant with regulatory codes and standards.

1.2. Period of Performance. The period of performance shall be one hundred and twenty days (120) calendar days after issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP). Work beyond the established POP without proper justification will result in liquidated damages being applied to the project in the amount of $1,717.24 US dollars per calendar day.

1.2.1. The Contractor shall not commence work unless authorized by the Contracting Officer (KO).

All technical questions shall be addressed to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for resolution and clarification.

1.3. Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at

Building 2417, Cassidy Rd, located within the Fort Bliss TX Installation.

1.3.1. Occupancy: Facility will be occupied during construction. Do not enter the facility without prior approval of KO.

1.3.2. All work shall adhere to and comply with the most current International Code Council (ICC), the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) https://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod/unified-facilities-criteria-ufc [military amended codes], NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) and all other Local, State and Federal Regulations, Codes, and Standards. All Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) shall be used for this project (https://www.wbdg.org/guides-specifications).

1.4. Specific Work Requirements.

1.4.1. General.

1.4.2. The Contractor shall utilize all construction documents to ensure that all construction deliverables and resources are provided to the Government. Construction documents include, but not limited to, statement of work, construction drawings, specifications, amendments, requests for information (RFIs) modifications and change orders.

1.4.2.1. Contractor shall ensure safe access to and egress from building and other adjacent occupied or used facilities during construction and shall provide all required barricades, fencing, covered walkways, planking, lighting, bracing, shoring, warning signs, etc. as required by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Fort Bliss Regulations for the protection of workmen, staff and users.

https://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod/unified-facilities-criteria-ufc https://www.wbdg.org/guides-specifications https://www.wbdg.org/guides-specifications

1.4.2.2. The exact location and quantity of existing ductwork, penetrations, and equipment shall be field verified by the Contractor. Contractor shall examine existing structures, note all conditions as to character and extent of all work involved, validate and bid accordingly.

1.4.2.3. Contractor shall field verify all dimensions, exact locations and quantities before commencing

Work.

1.4.2.4. Contractor shall protect building to be re-roofing, adjacent buildings, walkways, site improvements, exterior plantings, and landscaping from damage or soiling from restoration operations. The contractor shall restore any items disturbed or damaged during construction to a condition equal or better than existing at no cost to the government.

1.4.2.5. Pollution Control: Comply with DPW Environmental regulations. Limit spread of dust and debris. Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces and areas. Lower removed roofing materials to ground and onto lower roof levels and/or grade level using dust-tight chutes or other acceptable means of removing materials from roof areas.

1.4.2.6. The contractor shall limit construction loads on the roof to the rooftop equipment loads and uniformly distributed loads. Construction loads shall not exceed recommendations of Contractor’s Professional Engineer based on a site inspection and analysis.

1.4.2.7. Weather Limitations: Proceed with re-roofing preparation only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit work to proceed without water entering existing roofing system or building. Remove only as much roofing in one day as can be made watertight in the same day.

1.4.2.8. Daily Protection: Coordinate installation of roofing so insulation and other components of roofing system not permanently exposed are not subjected to precipitation or left uncovered at the end of the workday or when rain is in the forecast.

1.4.2.9. The contractor shall not leave the building with any open penetrations. Any water or other damage caused by the contractor’s negligence shall be the responsibility of the contractor to repair it prior to completion of this project.

1.4.2.10. Temporary Weather Protection: During removal operations, have sufficient and suitable materials on-site to facilitate rapid installation of temporary protection in the event of unexpected rain.

1.4.2.11. All work is subject to inspection and testing by the Government at all places and at all reasonable times before acceptance, in accordance with FAR 52.246-12, Inspection of Construction. Government inspections and tests do not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for providing adequate quality control measures, nor does it constitute or imply Government acceptance of the work. The presence or absence of a Government inspector does not relieve the contractor of complying with the specified requirements, nor is the Government inspector authorized to change any term or condition of the specification without the Contracting Officer’s written authorization.

1.4.2.12. The new roofing surface shall be cleaned of oils, adhesive, and debris by the Contractor before

Final Inspection.

1.4.2.13. The Contractor shall obtain and submit the latest written Site Clearance and Line Markings Permit (SCLMR), if applicable, prior to any ground disturbance. This is an extended process and should be submitted soon after Contract is awarded. See section 2.11.2.10. for more information.

1.4.3. Hazardous Material (Asbestos/Lead).

1.4.3.1. The Contractor shall review the asbestos and lead survey reports provided with this SOW to determine if any asbestos and lead containing materials will be impacted by this project. The contractor shall inform KO and COR if any asbestos and lead containing materials will be impacted during construction. The contractor shall hire a Licensed Abatement Company by the State of Texas if any material will need to be abated prior construction and submit test results after abatement is completed. The contractor shall submit an abatement plan to the Government for review and approval prior to starting any abatement work. Contractor to follow all State and Local requirements for Abatement.

1.4.4. Civil. Not Applicable

1.4.5. Architectural.

1.4.5.1. Remove existing roofing system, including all flashing, down to structural steel plank deck and provide a new Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) roof system. Clean and prepare surface for new roofing system. Provide and install fully adhered 80 mil TPO roofing membrane system including roofing accessories, e.g. underlayment, waterproofing, roof board, rigid insulation, tapered rigid insulation, cant strips at crickets, termination bars, flashing and counterflashing, continuous bead of sealants, expansion and control joint covers, fascia, eaves, racks, soffits, vents, gutters/downspouts, and baffles.

1.4.5.2. TPO roofing membrane system over cover board, fully adhered 80 mil, scrim or fabric reinforced, R38 insulation and 5/8-inch glass-mat roof board. Polyisocyanurate (Polyiso) foam board insulation system R38 and facer material shall be compatible with membrane application and approved and supplied by TPO membrane manufacturer. Layout membrane and side lap adjoining sheets shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. Heat welds all seams in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. The Contractor must comply with the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) for roofing UFC 3-110-03 Roofing, with Change 5, Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) Section 07 54 23 Thermoplastic- Polyolefin Roofing, UFGS Section 07 22 00 Roof and deck Insulation, and those listed in the Attachments section. TPO sheet must conform at a minimum to the following criteria:

Physical Properties Test Method Test Results Breaking Strength ASTM D751 425 lbf Elongation Break ASTM D751 25 percent Tearing Strength ASTM D751 65 lbf Linear Dimensional Change, max percent (6 hours at 158 degrees F) ASTM D1204 0.4

Water vapor Permeance, Perms ASTM E96 / E96M Less than 0.1 Perms SRI, initial N/A 94

1.4.5.3. TPO roofing system shall be installed in accordance with roofing manufacturer’s details required to meet manufacturer’s 30-year roof warranty 120 mph wind speed coverage. TPO sheet roofing membrane manufacturer must have at least 20 years of experience in manufacturing TPO roofing products. Submit certification that the manufacturer of the roof membrane meets this requirement.

1.4.5.4. Roofing system applicator must be approved, authorized, or licensed in writing by the roof membrane manufacturer and have a minimum of 5-years of experience as an approved, authorized, or licensed applicator with that manufacturer and be approved at a level capable of providing the specified warranty. Provide proof of this qualification in written form from the manufacturer of the roofing system.

1.4.5.5. Warranty to include:

a. Provide minimum manufacturer warranty with no dollar limit, covering full system watertightness, and having a duration of 30 years. Provide revision or amendment to standard membrane manufacturer warranty as required to comply with the specified requirements.

b. Provide the roof membrane manufacturer’s 20-year no dollar limit roof system materials and installation workmanship warranty, including flashing, insulation, and accessories necessary for a watertight roof system construction.

c. The Contractor must warrant for a period of five years that the roof system, as installed, is free from defects in installation workmanship, to include the roof membrane, flashing, insulation, accessories, attachments, and sheet metal installation integral to a complete watertight roof system assembly. Write the warranty directly to the Government, commencing at the time of Government’s acceptance of the roof work. The Contractor is responsible for correction of the defective workmanship and replacement of damaged or affected materials. The Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with the repair or replacement work.

1.4.5.6. Provide fully adhered TPO roof walk pads as manufactured by roof manufacturer with textured non-reinforced thermoplastic polyolefin material with minimum thickness of 0.150-inch.

Minimum width and length of pad must be 30-inches x 30-inches and located at roof mounted mechanical equipment and other machinery requiring periodic maintenance and as indicated on the drawings. Minimize installation over roof seams and membrane splices. Color to be: White.

1.4.5.7. Provide low volatile organic compound (VOC) adhesive as supplied by roof membrane manufacturer and recommended by the manufacturer's printed data for bonding TPO membrane materials to insulation, cover board, wood, metal, concrete or other substrate materials. Do not use bonding adhesive to bond membrane materials to each other.

1.4.5.8. Contractor to include 500 SF of roof deck replacement. New planks shall be equal in dimension to existing roof planks. Contractor to field verify deck is sound and dry. Contractor to inspect areas of deterioration and damage. Replace areas that exhibit signs of deterioration or other conditions detrimental to securement of roofing system components, including roof edge flashings. If broken or loose fasteners that secure deck panels to one another or to the structure are observed or if deck appears or feels inadequately attached, notify the COR immediately.

1.4.5.9. Provide new tapered rigid insulation and cant strip at crickets and parapet walls for positive drainage.

1.4.5.10. Remove existing metal coping, flashing and wood blocking/nailer at roof perimeter. Provide new, 20-gauge steel coping with factory applied Kynar finish, flashing and wood blocking/nailer at roof perimeter.

1.4.5.11. Provide new base flashing and new prefabricated metal covers at all existing expansion joints.

Provide continuous sealant at all joints. All new flashing and trim items for the new TPO roof system shall be from the same TPO roofing manufacturer. Contractor to field verify existing dimensions.

1.4.5.12. Remove existing metal scuppers and provide new metal scupper and TPO coated metal scupper sleeve. Provide continuous sealant in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

1.4.5.13. Provide new pre-manufactured TPO membrane pipe boots and piping at all pipe penetrations.

Raise all pipe penetrations including piping, vent penetrations, and exhaust fans as necessary to allow for new roof insulation and TPO roofing system. Provide continuous sealant at all joints.

All new items for the new TPO roof system shall be from the same TPO roofing manufacturer.

Contractor to field verify existing dimensions.

1.4.5.14. Repair existing roof vents and apply two coats of zinc paint to match existing color. If vents are too damaged to repair, contractor shall fabricate new ridge vents to match existing design.

1.4.5.15. Remove and provide all new 24-gauge steel gutters with factory applied Kynar finish complete with mitered corners, end caps, outlets, brackets, and other accessories necessary for installation.

Fabricate gutters in sections not less than eight feet and provide expansion-type slip joints midway between outlets. Provide with concealed splice plate six inches minimum. Join the gutters with riveted or soldered joints. New gutter support brackets shall be minimum 1/4-inch-thick x 1-inch-wide galvanized steel and powder coated to match color of gutter.

1.4.5.16. New 24-gauge galvanized downspouts with factory applied Kynar finish. Provide complete elbows and offsets. Provide downspouts in approximately ten-foot lengths. Keep downspouts not less than one inch away from walls. Form straps of metal compatible with the downspouts.

Original anchor points for straps on building should be reused for installation of new downspouts. Install new splash blocks.

1.4.5.17. Install new permanent ‘D’ ring type fall protection roof anchors. Minimum 5,000 lb (22.2 kN) tensile strength. Anchors shall be installed prior to roof system installation. Coordinate with the manufacturer to ensure installation will not void the roof warranty. Installation of permanent anchors to comply with OSHA 1926.502(d)(15) and should be designed and installed with the oversight of a Qualified Person for Fall Protection.

1.4.5.18. Protect all existing roof top equipment to include antennas, lightning protection, exhaust fans, HVAC, evaporative units, water, gas and electrical lines, etc. during construction. Remove if necessary to allow for construction and reinstall once construction is complete. Coordinate with government representative and building personnel prior to disconnecting any equipment.

Contractor to test lightning protection and antennas to ensure that equipment is working properly. Any lighting protection that is removed during construction shall be reinstalled by a UL Certified Lightning Professional (Journeyman).

1.4.5.19. Provide shop drawings: Roof plan drawing depicting wind load calculations and boundaries of enhanced perimeter and corner attachments of roof system components, as applicable. The drawing must reflect the project roof plan of each roof level and conditions indicated. Provide all slopes and drain locations.

1.4.6. Structural. Not Applicable.

1.4.7. Fire Protection.

1.4.7.1. The contractor shall review and comply with Fort Bliss Fire Prevention Construction guide prior to starting construction work.

1.4.7.2. The contractor is required to get a Hot Work Permit if using a tar kettle. For issuance of the Hot Work Permit, contact Fire Department at 915-543-0019. See section 2.8.5 for more information.

1.4.8. Electrical.

1.4.8.1. Electrical might be required for the removal and reinstallation of the HVAC units. Electrical reconnections shall be made in accordance with all current and applicable Codes.

1.4.8.2. Provide weatherproof exterior junction boxes, when required.

1.4.9. Telecommunications.

1.4.9.1. Furnish incidental work and materials to disconnect, remove, store, secure, protect, and reinstall applicable roof telecommunication equipment, connections, and features. Protect temporary terminations. Any communication cable either Fiber or Copper coming in aerially into the building will need to be decommissioned, prevented from being damaged, and re-installed per the current Installation Information Infrastructure Architecture (I3A) and UFC Army regulations and standards. Any damage or cut cables will be reported to The Project Manager Network Enterprise Center (NEC). Operations & Plans Branch via the COR.

1.4.9.2. Current I3A Army Communication Standards 2010. If any communication lines, equipment, or hardware is disturbed, it will need to be reinstalled IAW the most current 3 UFC 580-01 ISP Communication Standards.

1.4.9.3. If any communication lines need to be moved, please do so IAW I3A and UFC standards. If trenching or marking is required, please submit requests to usarmy.bliss.106-sig-bde.mbx.nec-dig-permits@mail.mil as NEC is not tied in with 811. Please contact the Network Enterprise Center (NEC) before disturbing any communications equipment the contractor may come across (network switches, fiber lines, etc.). Please do not dispose of any communications equipment the contractor may come across. Please request a site visit by the NEC NLT 7 days prior to work start date and NLT 7 days prior to project completion to ensure surveys and inspections ensuring communication lines are operational. If fiber needs to be pulled through duct banks, please ensure pathways have been checked and cleared. Please ensure the Contractor(s) hold all required industry recognized certifications (Fiber Splicing, Confined Spaces, BICSI, etc.). Please report any damage to any communication equipment, cables, infrastructure, data drops, data jacks, etc., to the Fort Bliss NEC at (915) 568-7526.

1.4.10. Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC.

mailto:usarmy.bliss.106-sig-bde.mbx.nec-dig-permits@mail.mil mailto:usarmy.bliss.106-sig-bde.mbx.nec-dig-permits@mail.mil

1.4.10.1. Remove, store, protect and reinstall rooftop equipment as required to allow for roof tear-off and subsequent roofing work. Coordinate with User to test equipment and verify proper operation prior to work and after reinstallation.

1.4.10.2. Remove and replace all condensate drain piping at all HVAC units. Ensure proper drainage to roof drains and/or scuppers. Contractor shall provide pipe stands.

1.4.10.3. Shut down air intake equipment in the vicinity of the Work in coordination with the User.

Cover air intake louvers before proceeding with roof work that could affect indoor air quality or activate smoke detectors in the ductwork.

1.4.10.4. Verify that rooftop utilities and service piping affected by the work have been shut off before commencing work.

1.4.10.5. Contractor shall provide temporary heating and cooling on the interior side of the building as necessary during construction. Contractor shall provide a plan showing the temporary heating/cooling approach to condition building to the COR immediately upon contract award and before the removal of the building heating and cooling equipment.

1.5. Attachments.

A. Environmental Review Form B. ESD-RFI Template C. Drawing sets D. Eng_Form_4288-R, Submittal Register Form E. Fort Bliss Fire Prevention Construction Guide 2025 F. iWatch Training for Contractors G. TRADOC Form 928-R-E, Material Approval Submittal Form H. Specifications: All Unified Facilities Guide Specification (UFGS) shall be used for this project including but not limited to those listed below. All specifications can be found at https://www.wbdg.org/guides-specifications)

UFC 3-110-03 ROOFING, WITH CHANGE 5

UFGS 01 45 00.00 20 QUALITY CONTROL (HVAC)

UFGS 01 45 00.00 40 QUALITY CONTROL (PROCESS)

UFGS 01 50 00 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

UFGS 01 57 19 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS

UFGS 01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE MANAGEMENT

UFGS 01 75 00.00 40 STARTING AND ADJUSTING

UFGS 01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

UFGS 02 41 00 DEMOLITION AND DECONSTRUCTION

UFGS 02 82 00 ASBESTOS

UFGS 02 83 00 LEAD REMEDIATION

UFGS 05 05 23.16 STRUCTURAL WELDING

UFGS 05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL

UFGS 05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METALS

UFGS 05 50 14 STRUCTURAL METAL FABRICATIONS

UFGS 06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY

UFGS 07 22 00 ROOF AND DECK INSULATION

https://www.wbdg.org/guides-specifications)

UFGS 07 54 23 THERMOPLASTIC-POLYOLEFIN ROOFING

UFGS 07 60 00 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

UFGS 07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS

UFGS 09 90 00 PAINTS AND COATINGS

UFGS 23 03 00.00 20 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

UFGS 26 00 00.00 20 BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

UFGS 26 05 00.00 40 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

PART 2 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

2.1. Basic Guidelines.

2.1.1. Preconstruction Conference. Prior to the start of any construction work an authorized representative of the KO will schedule and conduct a preconstruction conference. The notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by sub-Contractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed.

2.1.1.1. The Contractor's Project Manager (PM), Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager (QCM) shall attend this meeting. Minutes of the meeting will be prepared and signed by the Contractor.

The minutes shall be sent to the COR for review and approval no later than 24 hours after the meeting.

2.1.2. Construction Documents. Contractor shall have a copy of the [Paving IDIQ Contract,] Scope of Work (SOW), Drawings, and specifications at the construction site at all times.

2.1.3. Licenses and Permits. The Contractor shall verify all dimensions and investigate existing site conditions prior to submitting proposal. The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to Building Codes, Federal Law, Texas State Law, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Army and installation regulations.

2.1.4. Contractor Furnished Items. Everything included in this paragraph and its subparagraphs is basic to the contract and should be included in the contract price.

2.1.4.1. The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, vehicles, supplies, equipment, materials and services required to perform work under this contract. The Contractor shall, as necessary, provide all equipment needed to perform the work safely and to meet the requirements herein.

2.1.5. Installation Property. Contractor shall exercise extreme caution to protect building finishes, private property, military property, historic material, cultural resources, etc., from damage during the performance of these contract requirements. Contractor shall be responsible for all loss or damage to Government and private property while executing contract requirements as a result of negligence on behalf of the Contractor, subcontractors, or any representatives of the Contractor or subcontractors.”

2.1.6. Contractor Vehicles. Contractor’s personnel, whose tasks involve operation of any vehicles, shall possess a valid U.S. state driver’s license, certificates and permits, applicable for the type and class of vehicle being operated.

2.1.6.1. Limited Access. The Contractor shall only use existing roadways when transporting personnel and/or material during the execution of the contract. The Contractor shall strictly adhere to the foregoing and shall not develop new ingress or egress roads.

2.1.6.2. Parking. The Contractor shall ensure that its personnel use designated parking areas only. Personal and non-construction related vehicles shall not be parked on grassy, gravel, or landscaped areas (unless identified as acceptable in drawings).

2.1.7. Buy American Act. Construction Materials. Applying to contracts for the construction, alteration, or repair of any public building or public work in the United States, the Contractor shall utilize commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) construction materials in accordance with Executive Order 10582 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 83, Buy American.

2.2. Key Personnel. The personnel listed below are considered essential to the work being performed under this contract. Prior to substituting, removing, replacing, or diverting any of the specified individuals, the Contractor shall notify the KO fifteen (15) working days in advance and shall submit a written request and justification (including proposed substitutions) in sufficient detail to permit evaluation of the impact on this Contract. The proposed substitution of personnel must meet or exceed the experience and other technical requirements of the personnel being replaced.

No change in personnel shall be made by the Contractor without the prior written consent of the KO. However, in urgent situations, as determined or agreed to by the KO, an oral request to substitute key personnel may be approved and subsequently ratified by the KO in writing. Such ratification shall constitute the consent of the KO required by this paragraph. The KO will notify the Contractor within ten (10) working days after receipt of all required information of the decision on the substitution(s). In the event the proposed substitution of key personnel does not meet or exceed the experience and other technical requirements of the personnel being replaced, substitution of acceptable replacements for the individuals as specified below. The key personnel listed below may, with the consent of the contracting parties, be amended during the course of the Contract to either add or remove personnel as necessary.

PM

Superintendent Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)/ QCM

2.2.1. PM. The Contractor shall provide a PM.

2.2.1.1. The role of the Construction PM is to be the Government’s Point of Contact (POC) for projects and administration of construction. Per project, the PM is accountable for:

2.2.1.1.1. Management of performance of all trade Contractors, review and analysis of SOW, architectural and engineering drawings and specifications; ensuring contract documents and regulations are comprehended and followed; supervision of Construction Superintendent(s), reviewing and approving their reports, submittals, monitor reported difficulties, and correcting safety violations/ deficiencies; developing, tracking, updating and controlling construction schedule; project management plan, and associated costs to achieve completion of project; coordinating the closure of a project.

2.2.1.2. The PM shall possess the following:

2.2.1.2.1. Language. Full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.

2.2.1.2.2. Experience. Five (5) years of experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Construction PM (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities) managing multiple construction projects simultaneously related to the project.

2.2.2. Superintendent. The Contractor shall assign one competent superintendent for each project. The superintendent shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of job site coordination, day-to-day operations, schedule adherence, enforcement of safety and quality, managing subcontractors, has authority to act for the Contractor, and shall be on site at all times during Construction. The superintendent is required to attend facility turnover meetings (Red Zone meetings), partnering meetings, and quality control meetings. The qualification requirements for the alternate superintendent are the same as for the superintendent.

2.2.2.1. The Superintendent shall possess the following:

2.2.2.1.1. Language. Full Professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in

2.2.2.1.2. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Construction Superintendent (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), managing multiple construction projects simultaneously related to the project. The superintendent must be familiar with the requirements of Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance. The individual must be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings. The KO may request proof of the superintendent's qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

2.2.3. SSHO. The SSHO shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of the

Contractor’s safety program(s) and plan(s). Contractor shall assign one SSHO for each project who will work simultaneously as the SSHO and QCM. The SSHO shall be on site at all times during construction to implement and administer the Contractor's safety program and Government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan. An alternate shall be identified in the Construction Safety Plan to serve in the event of the SSHO’s absence. The requirements for the alternate are the same as the SSHO. The SSHO shall meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1 Chapter 2 Safety and Occupational Health Program management for Contractors. The SSHO must ensure that the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.16 are met for the project. It is responsibility of the Contractor to express to the KO in the event that due to the complexity of the project, one employee will be required for each position.

2.2.3.1. The SSHO shall be the Government’s POC for all aspects relating to safety. The SSHO responsibilities include, but are not limited to facilitating and ensuring the completion of facility safety assessments/investigations of reportable and non-reportable mishaps involving personal injury accidents, property damage, and cases of occupational illnesses; recording accident reports in an accurate, complete, and timely manner; assuring that claims for injuries and illnesses are posted in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration log; promoting and furnishing applicable safety and health, accident prevention, and investigation training for Contractor’s employees; assessing and evaluating work environment, identifying potential hazards, and aiding Contractor, Construction PM, and Construction Superintendent during work place inspections;

supporting Contractor, Construction PM(s), and Construction Superintendents in investigating accidents and developing measures to prevent recurrences.

2.2.3.2. The Safety Manager shall possess the following:

2.2.3.2.1. Language. Full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in

2.2.3.2.2. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a SSHO (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), identifying potential risks and hazards, investigating accidents, and promote occupational safety on multiple construction projects, simultaneously, related to the project.

2.2.3.2.3. Certification. SSHO shall possess active credentials as a Certified Safety and Health Official

(CSHO) in construction or Master Certification (MC) from an OSHA Training Institute Education Centers.

2.2.4. QCM. The QCM shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of the construction’s quality control and management program(s) and plan(s). Contractor shall assign one QCM for each project who will work simultaneously as SSHO and QCM. The QCM shall be on site at all times during construction and alternate shall be identified in the Construction Quality Control Plan to serve in the event of the QCM’s absence. The requirements for the alternate are the same as the QCM. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to express to the KO in the event that due to the complexity of the project, one employee will be required for each position.

2.2.4.1. The QCM is to be the Government’s POC for all aspects relating to quality control. the QCM responsibilities include but are not limited to the supervision and management of the Contractor’s quality control and management program(s) and plan(s) in accordance with specifications;

inspecting work for conformance to project plans and specifications identifying issues arising during construction and verifying that deficiencies have been corrected; recording and notifying the PM and/or Superintendent of problems on a timely basis so that corrections can be made without impact to the project schedule; creating, updating and maintaining the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports; reviewing shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary; scheduling, reviewing, certifying, and managing submittals, including those of subcontractors, designers of record, consultants, manufacturers, offsite fabricators, suppliers, and purchasing agents; tracking preparatory, initial, and follow-up control phases and control, verification, and acceptance tests including documentation; continuing development of the project Quality Control Plan to address the specific needs of task orders, as required; examining the work area to assure that all required preliminary work has been completed and is in compliance with the contract; reviewing drawings and each paragraph of applicable specifications, reference codes, and standards applicable to work being performed in the field.

2.2.4.2. The QCM shall possess the following:

2.2.4.2.1. Language. Full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in

2.2.4.2.2. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a QCM (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), managing multiple construction projects simultaneously related to the project.

2.3. Utilities. The Government will provide electricity and water for Contractor use in conjunction with this contract where available, and commodities will be at no cost to the Contractor. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities. Contractor shall meter all utilities used and report them to Sustainability & Energy and Engineering Services Division. To coordinate the use of utilities please contact the COR. The Contractor shall provide its own sources of utilities (water, electricity, etc.) needed to complete the work in the SOW at locations where Government utilities are not available.

2.3.1. Utilities Cutovers and Interruptions. All anticipated utility outages shall be coordinated with DPW through the COR. A minimum advance notice of fourteen (14) calendar days shall be provided by the Contractor. Make utility cutovers and interruptions after normal working hours or on Saturdays, Sundays, and Government holidays unless directed otherwise. Conform to procedures required in paragraph Work Outside Regular Hours.

2.3.2. Portable Latrines. The Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing portable latrines as required by OSHA and American National Standards Institute (ANSI), for the use of employees at such locations as designated by the KO or COR.

2.4. Hours of Operation.

2.4.1. Normal Work Hours. The Contractor shall perform all work during normal work hours. Normal work hours are defined as the time period from 0730 hours (7:30 AM) to 1630 hours (4:30 PM) MDT/MST, Mondays through Fridays except on Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor shall not be reimbursed when the Government facility is closed for the above reasons.

2.4.1.1. Federal Government Holidays. For Government holidays visit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=Overview .

2.4.1.2. This list of holidays relates to Government duty days and is not intended to supplement or otherwise alter the provisions of any Wage Determination regarding applicable paid holidays.

2.4.1.3. It is understood and agreed between the Government and the Contractor that observance of such days by Government personnel will not be a reason for an additional period of performance, or entitlement of compensation except as set forth within the contract. In the event the Contractor’s personnel work during the holiday, the Contractor may reimburse them; however, no form of holiday or other premium compensation will be reimbursed either as a direct or indirect cost, other than their normal compensation for the time worked, unless stipulated otherwise. This provision does not preclude reimbursement for authorized overtime work if applicable.

2.4.1.3.1. When the Department of Defense grants excused absence to its employees, the Contractor agrees to continue to provide sufficient personnel to perform critical tasks already in operation or scheduled, and shall be guided by the instructions issued by the KO or the COR.

2.4.1.4. If Government personnel are furloughed, the Contractor shall contact the KO or the COR to receive direction. It is the Government’s decision as to whether the contract price/cost will be affected as a result of Government shutdown and/or furloughed Government employees. In the https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=Overview https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=Overview event that Government shutdown and/or furloughed Government employee does impact contract price/cost, a negotiated settlement will be reached as deemed appropriate by the KO.

2.4.2. Approval of Work Outside Normal Work Hours. Work outside regular working hours requires KO approval. Make application fifteen (15) calendar days prior to such work to allow arrangements to be made by the Government for inspecting the work in progress, giving the specific dates, hours, location, type of work to be performed, contract number and project title.

Based on the justification provided, the KO may approve work outside regular hours. During periods of darkness, the different parts of the work must be lighted in a manner approved by the

KO.

2.5. Approval of work other than normal work-hours of the military reservation will be based upon the requirements of the task, technical or safety factors and not for the convenience of the Contractor.

This is not intended to restrict the Contractor to an 8-hour day if the segment of project requires continuous work until completed because of mission requirements, the technical nature thereof, in the interest of safety, or to prevent damage to the project or other property. The Contractor shall give prior notice of such requirements to the KO. The KO may authorize the Contractor to perform work outside of normal working hours and/or working days. When the Government requires the Contractor to work outside normal hours, the Contractor shall be notified at the onset of the project, but not less than 24 hours in advance.

2.6. Historical Properties. Not Applicable

2.7. Environmental. The Contractor shall perform all work in such a manner as to minimize the polluting of air, water, or land and shall, within reasonable limits, control noise and the disposal of solid waste material, as well as other pollutants. The Contractor shall comply with AR-420-47 Solid & Hazardous Waste Management, Title 40 CFR Part 260 through 273 and with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental pollution control.

Compliance by Subcontractors shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

2.7.1. Permits.

2.7.1.1. Hazardous Material Abatement. The Contractor shall coordinate all hazardous material removal with the DPW-ED through the COR and execute all projects in strict adherence to the latest installation, Federal, state, and local regulations. Copies of the ten (10) day notification shall be required prior to any abatement. Copies of all clearance reports, air monitoring, and waste manifests shall be required at the completion of the project. All notifications and records pertaining to hazardous materials shall be submitted to the Fort Bliss Safety Office, Industrial Hygiene Services, COR, and DPW-ED Asbestos and Lead Program Manager.

2.7.1.2. Air Emissions. Construction Operating Permits may be required prior to the installation of a significant, stationary, and/or air emissions source. Possible sources include but are not limited to:

boilers, generators, paint booths, baghouses, cyclones, painting operations, wood working operations, welding operations, de-painting or blasting operations, engine test cells, solvent baths/degreasers, fuel storage tanks, or fueling operations. The air emission units listed above may also require a modification to the installation’s Title V Permit and cannot be installed nor operated until a permit is issued is issued by the state permitting authority as applicable. Coordinate with the Air Program Manager via the COR for further guidance.

2.7.2. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). If more than an acre is to be disturbed during construction, the Contractor shall submit a SWPPP for approval. Contractor’s final SWPPP shall be submitted no later than (NTL) fifteen (15) calendar days after contract award.

2.7.3. Products. Not Applicable

2.7.4. Hazardous Materials Requirements

2.7.4.1. Certification of Asbestos Free Construction. Texas House Bill 1927, effective September 2001, requires a Safety Data Sheet and a signed statement by an architect, engineer or Texas Department of Health Inspector identifying presence of asbestos containing material in all construction building materials (reference Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules, Section 295.34, Part J). The Contractor shall provide a signed statement a CERTIFICATION form and attached with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) on each construction material (i.e. interior & exterior material of construction including mastic, sealant, roofing felt, roofing coating, non-roofing coating, floor tile and mastic, pipeline wrap, any type of friction material, etc.) and equipment.

Any excavation could encounter asbestos-containing concrete pipe, a.k.a. transite. If, during excavation, transite pipe is found the material shall not be disturbed by grinding, breaking, scraping or crushing, but shall be abated or removed by a licensed company with properly trained personnel using best management practices to prevent worker exposure, and proper handling and disposal of Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) pipe; or excavation deviated to leave transite pipe undisturbed and left abandoned in place. If ACM pipe is encountered contact the Lead/Asbestos Program via the COR for further guidance.

2.7.4.2. Hazardous/ Regulated Materials. Hazardous materials (new) that are required for the project need to get approval from AFSB-FB through the Haz-Mart. The SDS is submitted to the Haz-Mart for review and approval. Once approved it can be brought and used on the installation, and must be stored according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.

2.7.4.3. No material other than construction materials, e.g. PVC, CPVC, or other suitable materials, will be brought into the installation.

2.7.5. Construction Waste Management and Disposal

2.7.5.1. Salvage, Waste, and Disposal. The Contractor shall dispose of excess scrap, materials, debris or waste at an approved off-post location IAW applicable Local, State and Federal laws and regulations and pay any related fees. Burning or burial of materials is not permitted. The Contractor shall maintain a clean work area free of construction debris.

2.7.5.2. Daily Clean Up. The cleanup of the work site shall include, but not limited to, the removal of scrap (waste materials), spoils, debris, and salvage material that results from work on this project as well as general upkeep of the site to include mowing, trimming and weed control. The Contractor shall maintain a clean work area, free of construction debris. The Contractor shall clean the work site daily as well as after completion of the project in the project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter and foreign substances.

2.7.5.3. Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Contractor shall comply with Texas

Commission on Environmental Quality, Chapter 290 – Public Drinking Water, 290.101 – 290.119, 290.121, 290.122, Effective March 30, 2017, or most current approved version. The purpose of these standards is to assure the safety of public water supplies with respect to microbiological, chemical, and radiological quality and to further efficient processing through control tests, laboratory checks, operating records, and reports of public water supply systems.

2.7.5.3.1. For new construction it is required to follow the plumbing code for the state of Texas before they can connect to secondary water system. A customer service inspection (CSI) certificate shall be completed prior to providing continuous water service to new construction, on any existing service either when the water purveyor has reason to believe that cross-connections or other potential contaminant hazards exist, or after any material improvement, correction, or addition to the private water distribution facilities.

2.7.5.4. Deconstructed and Salvageable Materials. All items and materials to be salvaged shall be carefully removed, cleaned, prepared for storage, delivered and stored where indicated and-or specified.

Salvageable material is an object or material that can be reused again, either for its original purpose or for a similar purpose, without significantly altering the physical form of the object or material.

2.7.5.5. Haul Routes. The Contractor shall submit haul routes, spill prevention and contingency plans to the COR and DPW-ED for review and approval prior to start of work. Any costs associated with spill cleanup, decontamination, abatement, disposal, mitigation, etc., shall be borne by the Contractor.

2.7.5.6. Solid Waste & Recycling Programs. Proposed project shall generate waste streams from the demolition of building construction; however, it is not anticipated that the project will generate recyclable materials, i.e. paper, plastics, scrap metal, wood pallets and other eligible materials in large quantities. Generation of administrative / project management process can be handled with desk side recycling and waste containers. The Recycling Program can assist with desk side Recycling Containers, call 915-568-1537 for more information and availability.

2.7.5.6.1. General Prohibition. Any construction debris containing hazards or toxic substances such as lead,…