Attachment 1 Statement of Work Guard station Enclosure.pdf

Guard Station Enclosure, Main Building at USDA, Eastern Regional Research Center (ERRC), 600 E Mermaid Ln, Wyndmoor, PA 19038

STATEMENT OF WORK

June 18, 2025

1.0 SCOPE

The United State Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), at EERC Wyndmoor, PA proposes to construct a glass enclosure, with door assembly between the Guard Station and the interior office lobby.

Prospective bidders shall submit a cost proposal to complete all tasks described below.

Submit examples of experience with similar projects, and specifications describing the proposed knee wall, glazing, frames, threshold, builders’ hardware and door materials with cost proposal.

Contractors are strongly advised to coordinate an onsite inspection of the facility with the Facility Operations Location Coordinator, Tim Toal at (215) 435-3407, prior to submitting a proposal.

Inspection is necessary to determine and confirm existing conditions, dimensions, construction and materials.

Dimensions described in this Statement of Work must be verified by Contractor prior to submitting a proposal.

1.1 WORK

The contractor shall provide all labor, insurance, tools, material, equipment, and travel to complete the work listed. All work shall be completed by properly trained and licensed personnel or subcontractors in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications contained in this document. The contractor shall keep the work premises clean, free of accumulations of waste and rubbish, as well as construction material, to the extent possible and practical, during the period of performance and at the time of final inspection and acceptance.

A. Remove and dispose of existing floor mounted cabinet (approximate size 6’ x 3’ x 4’ high). Prepare walls and floor for new storefront enclosure.

B. Furnish and install enclosure frame and knee wall to match existing on other side of main entrance. The new frame and knee wall shall match in terms of color, materials, and dimensions. Glazing shall be a one-way mirror. This will allow the Guard Station to clearly view the interior lobby. But the interior lobby will not be able to view Guard Station. One way glass shall extend to cover the half-moon arch.

C. Furnish and install a one-way glass door of similar style and size to match existing door and metal frame. Allow the Guard Station to clearly view the interior lobby. But the interior lobby will not be able to view Guard Station.

The door shall include frame, threshold, wall bumper, and builders’ hardware to lock from the Guard Station side, and key from the interior lobby side. Paint the door frame to match the existing frame color.

D. The wall shall include a knee wall to match the existing knee wall. Match existing knee wall color, sheen and dimensions, E. Furnish and install a through wall louvered vent in the knee wall, to provide passive ventilation. Size shall be approximately 4” by 36”, set about 12” above finished floor, and centered in the wall. Louver finish shall be bronze anodize aluminum to match glass frame.

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F. See Photographs included with statement of work.

ATTACHMENTS

• Attachment 1 – Statement of Work with Pictures

• Attachment 2 – Wage Determination

1.1 SITE LOGISTICS AND SCHEDULING

The Contractor shall ensure the work does not negatively affect the operation of any research or security activities. The Contractor shall schedule the work with the Location Coordinator (LC) to avoid any impact to ongoing research activities. Onsite parking, staging and laydown areas are available for the Contractors’ use. Coordinate the location of each with the LC.

1.2 CODE COMPLIANCE

All construction shall conform to the International Building Code (IBC).

1.3 SUBMITTALS DISTRIBUTION AND FORMAT

Provide submittals for all materials and tests required by the project. Submittals shall include the following:

2.5.1 SCHEDULE OF SUBMITTALS

.1 Contractor shall provide product data & shop drawings for:

a. anodized aluminum storefront frame,

b. one-way mirror glazing,

c. wood knee wall paneling, with wood stain color and sheen,

d. wood door and metal frame assembly, with door stain and frame paint,

e. builders’ hardware (door closer, door lockset, hinges and threshold).

.2 Material & Workmanship Warranty

Submit to the Contracting Officer (CO), the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Engineering Project Manager (EPM) and the Location Coordinator (LC) for review and approval. Distribute product submittals as follows:

2.5.2 CO, COR, EPM, and LC: Submittals in pdf format via email.

2.5.3 Comments and approval of the submittals by the Government shall not be construed as releasing the Contractor from compliance with the specified requirements herein or any applicable Codes.

2.6 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

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2.6.1 The Period of Performance (PoP) of this work shall be seventy-five (75) days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

3.0 LOCATION

All work will be at the Main Building entrance.

3.1 PHYSICAL SECURITY

The contractor shall be responsible for the safe delivery of all items. The contractor will repair or replace any item that is defective, does not meet specifications, or is damaged during transport.

3.2 NORMAL HOURS OF OPERATION

All deliveries and associated work shall fall within the hours of 7:30 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. All work shall be scheduled and approved in advance with the location coordinator.

3.3 DELIVERY COORDINATION

The Station does not have equipment or staff to handle material deliveries. Therefore, the Contractor, Transporter, and the Station will have to communicate clearly, and coordinate the date and time of the delivery.

3.4 No Government furnished property, equipment or services will be provided.

4.0 KEY PERSONNEL

Name Phone E-Mail Address Contracting Officer (CO) Erin M. Riffey 970-631-2294 erin.riffey@usda.gov

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

Trisha Vigil (240) 200-5258 trisha.vigil@usda.gov

Research Leader (RL) Dr. Sevim Erhan 215-233-6595 sevim.erhan@usda.gov

Engineering Project Manager

(EPM)

Peter LaShoto (301) 450-2803 peter.lashoto@usda.gov

Location Coordinator (LC)/Facility Operations

Tim Toal (215) 435-3407 timothy.toal@usda.gov mailto:trisha.vigil@usda.gov mailto:sevim.erhan@usda.gov mailto:peter.lashoto@usda.gov mailto:timothy.toal@usda.gov

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4.1 WORKING HOURS

Normal work hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays.

4.2 INSPECTIONS

The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer that they are ready for a substantial completion inspection ten (10) days before the end of the contract period. The Contractor shall submit a written request to the Contracting Officer for a final inspection in writing at least seven

(7) days prior to completion of the project.

4.3 SAFETY

USDA EERC is an OSHA compliant facility for all staff and Contractors working at the location.

This compliance requires that all work is conducted in a safe manner, hazardous conditions are recognized and reported, and the Contractor is complying with local, state, federal and installation regulations, and laws. Contractor safety and security efforts must guarantee all work is alignment with USDA and OSHA regulations and requirements.

4.3.1 Contractor personnel must adhere to all location safety and security requirements when entering, exiting work areas and when working at the facility the requirement extends to obtaining any required excavation, entrenchment, and hot work permits.

4.3.2 Contractor shall coordinate site access with the LC, and:

1. Perform OSHA mandated safety training for all employees contracted to work at the location prior to the start of work.

2. Obtain and use USDA identification cards always when present at the worksite.

3. Coordinate additional required measures with the LC.

4.4 SITE ENTRY

4.5.1 The foreman or superintendent must sign in all workers at the Location office daily and before work starts.

4.5.2 Government engineers and contracting personnel shall be allowed access to the site always. Others may visit the site with the permission of the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer shall be informed of all suspected unauthorized visitors.

4.6 SITE VISIT

A site visit is highly recommended for potential bidders but is not mandatory.

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Install Glass Partition and Access Door for Main Entrance Security Guard Station.

1. Guard Station opening approximately 9'- 4" wide by 7'-0" high, plus half moon section.

2. Glazing shall be one way mirror to allow Guard Station to view interior lobby. Interior lobby side reflective. Half moon section to remain open to allow passive ventilation.

3. Install one way mirror glass door, approx size 36" by 7'-0". Match surrounding frames.

4. Match knee wall, window, door and frames of surrounding.

5. Provide a 4" x 36" through wall louver in knee wall.

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