Attachment 3 SOW.pdf

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Statement of Work

United States Department of Agriculture

Forest Service – Region 2

Pike – San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (PSICC)

FY26 Buffalo Creek Work Center Boiler Replacement and Electrical Upgrades

SECTION A – SERVICES AND PRICES

A-1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

See Attachment 2 -SOI

a) Items labeled as optional are not required to be exercised by the government. If exercised, the contractor will be required to perform the optional work in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract.

b) The Government reserves the right to exercise all, one or none of the optional items.

c) All pricing for options should include but are not limited to all labor, materials, mobilization, and bonding etc.

d) One award will be made from this solicitation; contractors must submit pricing for all items.

e) Only unit prices round to the to the nearest dollar will be accepted.

A-2 BASIS OF AWARD

One contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the best value to the government. The bidder must bid on all items.

SECTION B – DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

B-1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION

Intent of Contract:

The intent of the contract is to provide for the construction and completion of the work described below. The precise details of performing the work are not stipulated, except as considered essential for the successful completion of the work. Furnish all labor, material, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies necessary to complete the work according to the contract.

Description:

Base Items

Pay Item 1, Propane Gas-Fire Boiler - The work shall consist of supplying, and installing (1) high efficiency propane gas-fired boiler approved equivalent to the Dunkirk Quantum 90, Q90-200, see attached specifications Attachment 05, at the Buffalo Creek Work Center. Work shall also include the furnishment/installation of any/all plumbing/electrical/expansion tanks/new solenoids/water lines/regulators/misc components needed for a successful

pg. 2 installation and to comply with manufacturer recommendations and the IMC. Include necessary glycol mixture in system water supply as required for freeze protection. New boiler shall use existing distribution system to the maximum extent possible and adequately heat the two facilities it is set up to serve; the Buffalo Creek Work Center Dwelling (approx.

2500 SF), and the Buffalo Creek Work Center Office (approx. 650 SF). Removal and disposal of the existing unit and discarded parts of the existing system off Forest Service lands. Refer to Attachment 04 for a detailed description of the existing mechanical system for additional information.

Pay Item 2, Backflow Preventer Replacement – Replace one (1) Caleffi 573012A ½” 573 Backflow Preventer and AutoFill Combination with Pressure Gauge, and one two-way ball valve. See photos, replacements marked with red arrows.

Replacements needed due to freeze of system.

Pay Item 3, Water Line Replacement – Replace approximately 5 feet of 1” copper water line, approximately 6 feet of ¾” copper water line, and approximately 3 feet of ½” copper waterline. See photos, replacements marked with red arrows.

Replacements needed due to freeze of system.

Pay Item 4, Electrical Panel Upgrade – Convert the two (2) outdated electrical panels, located in the entry stairway and attic, respectively, with junction boxes and extend circuits to one (1) new electrical panel. Ensure all new work is appropriately grounded. New electrical panel must be installed in a code compliant location, either on the interior main floor of building or the northeasterly exterior wall adjacent to the existing electrical panels, and must be approved by the CO/COR prior to installation. Refer to Attachment 04 for a detailed description of the existing electrical system for additional information.

Pay Item 5, Mold Remediation - Water damage mitigation of the boiler room. Includes temporary removal of plumbing system as necessary, tearing out contaminated plywood and wet insulation, cleaning stud walls, walls, and ceiling, performing detailed HEPA vacuuming, and applying a plant-based antimicrobial agent. Additional steps involve deodorizing the space with thermal fog, detaching a light fixture, heavy floor cleaning, removal of debris from site, and operating negative air fans for three days to ensure proper air filtration and safety compliance. Refer to Attachment 04 for boiler room measurement information.

Pay Item 6, Boiler Room Interior Reconstruction - The reconstruction phase includes restoring the boiler room and surrounding areas after mitigation. Tasks include installing 6-inch R21 batt insulation, and applying 5/8-inch plywood to walls and ceiling, resetting existing light fixture, masking and prepping surfaces for painting, applying two coats of paint to walls and ceiling, cutting plywood around pipes, reinstallation of plumbing and conducting final construction cleaning.

Refer to Attachment 04 for boiler room measurement information.

Option Items

Pay Item 7, Thermostat Replacement - Contractor shall examine existing thermostats and determine whether replacement is warranted or if they are in acceptable condition and functioning properly.

Locations:

Buffalo Creek Work Center is located at 18046 Co Rd 126, Pine, CO 80470.

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Base & Option Items

Buffalo Creek Work Center Dwelling Base & Option Items Lat./Long.

South Platte Ranger District 39.084397, -104.904957

Directions: From Denver, CO, travel south on US Hwy 285 for appox. 25 miles. Turn left onto Co Rd 126. Travel south for 10 miles and take a left into the work center. The dwelling is located on the immediate left after entering the compound. Boiler location marked below in red.

Work Sites:

Cellular service may not be available at each site, and potable water and electrical power are not available. Snow or road conditions may preclude or restrict site access. The contractor shall plan accordingly.

Work Hours:

The contractor may only work Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work will not be allowed on Saturdays, Sundays, or federal holidays.

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Work Schedule:

The successful bidder shall provide a detailed project schedule within 10 days of notice to proceed that allows at least 30 calendar days for review and coordination prior to the start of any production activities. Work shall be completed no later than 4/30/2026. The government reserves the right to adjust the scheduled work start date without a change in cost to the government. Work schedules that do not meet the timeline requirements will be considered and shall not be a basis for disqualification.

Period of Performance:

The total period of performance allowed for completion of all contracted activities shall be from the date of the award until 4/30/2026. Final project acceptance is dependent upon satisfactory completion of all contract work activities.

Safety:

The contractor shall follow 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations and all other applicable laws, codes, and standards. Provisions shall be made for the delayed response time by emergency personnel to the remote work sites. The contractor is responsible for the safety of all employees, and all personnel entering each work area.

Fire Restrictions:

The worksites are in remote areas prone to the possibility of wildland fire. The contractor shall make provisions for controlling the spread of fire from the worksite, and for evacuation of personnel if necessary. Certain activities; such as grinding, cutting metal, and running engines without spark arresters; may be prohibited during times of fire restriction.

Fire restrictions may be reasonably anticipated at any time, and if the work site falls within such restrictions, the contractor shall complete prohibited activities offsite with no impact to contract time or cost. The government may also stop work at any time and postpone its continuance without contract cost impact.

Other Work Requirements:

All work shall conform to the minimum standards and requirements specified herein, as well as all applicable laws and Federal Acquisition Regulations. Including the International Building Code, International Plumbing Code, and National Electric Code, latest editions, with local (Jefferson County, CO) amendments.

All work shall be coordinated in advance with the government’s designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and shall be per the approved schedule. A new schedule shall be submitted promptly for any schedule deviations exceeding 3 calendar days.

Provide product materials for all work items. The new boiler, piping and plumbing components, electrical junction boxes, breaker panels, and associated electrical components.

The contractor is solely responsible for quality control of all required work.

The contractor must allow the COR or other designated government representative unimpeded access to the work site at any time for quality assurance purposes.

The contractor must submit the product specs of the new boiler proposed prior to ordering it.

The contractor is required to perform all start up and pressure testing required by the IMC.

B-2 CLEAN-UP AND DISPOSAL

Clean-up:

The contractor shall clean up the work site upon completion of work. Clean-up shall include any unused materials and materials from the old heating and electrical system no longer in use.

Repair of Damaged Property:

The contractor shall promptly repair any damaged real property.

Disposal:

All waste products generated in the execution of the required work shall be property of the contractor and shall be removed from public lands.

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B-3 OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS AND DRAWINGS

Other documents are attached and shall be considered part of the contract documents. These include:

Attachment 2, Schedule of Items

Attachment 4, Dwelling Mechanical and Electrical System Information

Attachment 5, Product Specifications

B-4 SITE PHOTOS

Existing Boiler and Components

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#01 Existing Boiler Cover

#02 Existing Boiler

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#03 Boiler Cover Info

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#04 Boiler Info

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#05 Existing Boiler Components

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#06 Existing Boiler Components

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#07 Water line and Backflow Preventer Replacements

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#08 Water Line Replacement

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#09 Existing Conditions

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Electrical Panels

#10 Existing Downstairs Electrical Panel

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#11 Existing Attic Electrical Panel

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Mold Remediation

#12 Mold on Interior Closeup

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#13 Mold on Interior Walls

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#14 Mold on Interior Walls