Attachment 4_Technical Definitions.pdf

REP Categories

1. Designing, constructing, and/or renovating buildings using regulations given in the International

Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

2. Electrical Distribution, Generation, and/or Transmission Lines (e.g. electrical lines from 12.5kV to 34.5kV)

3. HAZMAT Asbestos Abatement, Hazardous Material, PCB and/or Lead-Based Paint Abatement, Contaminated Soil (Incidental is Allowed)

4. Ballistic Windows, Active Vehicle Barriers, Traffic Check Houses, and/or Control Points (for

Federal Facilities)

5. General Facility Renovation (e.g. dorm renovation, Lightning Protection Systems, changing room purpose, alterations to a facility which require fire suppression and/or seismic upgrades)

6. Fire Suppression, Fire Alarm and/or Mass Notification Systems Repair, Replacement, Upgrade, or Installation

7. Utility System (Electrical, Sewer, Water) Repair, Replacement, Upgrade, or Installation minor electrical, comm

8. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System, including Computer Room Air

Conditioning (CRAC) Units; Repair, Replacement, Upgrade, or Installation

9. Controlled Space Construction in accordance with Intelligence Community Standard (ICD) 705

Specifications

10. Special Interest Project (Environmental, Water Quality, Historical, Air Quality, Site Restoration, Cultural, etc.) (Incidental is allowed)

REP Category Definitions

1. Designing, constructing, and/or renovating buildings using regulations given in the

International Energy Conservation Code (IECC): To meet the definition of this category the main purpose of the project must involve the repair, renovation, or new construction of buildings.

IECC eligible work to the building must include one or more of the following:

• Building thermal envelope,

• Heating,

• Ventilation and air conditioning,

• Water heating

2. Electrical systems. Electrical Generation, Distribution, and/or Transmission Lines: To meet the definition of this category the main purpose of the project must involve the installation, repair, replacement, or upgrade of electrical generation, distribution and transmission lines, at or above

ATTACHMENT 4: VOLUME II, TECHNICAL DEFNITIONS

Section I: Relevant Experience Project (REP) Categories

A project is defined as: a commercial construction effort that includes a minimum of one

(1) of the ten categories listed below. Projects must have been completed no more than 60 months prior to the date of proposal submission.

12.5kV and their associated control systems using a design prepared by a registered engineer.

Tasks in this category may include but are not limited to:

• Installation of new distribution and/or transmission lines

• The replacement of damaged or outdated distribution or transmission lines

• The upgrade of existing lines to meet current safety and performance standards.

• Installation, repair or capability upgrades to pole mounted transformers, substations, and large-scale power generation, For purposes of this category large scale power generation consists of permanently installed generators of 1MW or greater output, designed to service more than one facility as primary or backup power; this does not include facility level emergency power generators.

• This category includes Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and other controls associated with the items above.

3. HAZMAT Asbestos Abatement, Hazardous Material, PCB and/or Lead-Based Paint Abatement (Incidental is Allowed): To meet the definition of this category the project must involve the safe and effective removal and disposal of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, and other permit-requiring hazardous substances, from buildings and other structures. Soil remediation is addressed in category 10 of this document.

4. Ballistic Windows, Active Vehicle Barriers, Traffic Check Houses, and/or Control Points (for Federal Facilities): To meet the definition of this category the main purpose of the project must involve the installation, repair, replacement, or upgrade of major anti-terrorism/force protection (AT/FP) compliant security features for Federal facilities. Major AT/FP compliant security features mean security features which require calculations and a design from registered engineers to ensure compliance with AT/FP regulations. Tasks in this category may include but are not limited to:

• Blast resistant windows installation

• Active vehicle barrier installation

• Traffic check houses and entry control points installation/upgrade

These tasks may include, but are not limited to, the installation of new security features, the replacement of damaged or outdated features, and the upgrade of existing features to meet current security standards. This category would not include simplified security features such as man-bars or visual screens.

5. General Facility Renovation (e.g. dorm renovation, lightning protection systems, changing room purpose, alterations to a facility): To meet the definition of this category the main purpose of the project must involve the renovation of facilities for various purposes based upon a design prepared by a registered engineer. Tasks in this category may include but are not limited to:

• Dormitories, or whole building renovations

• Renovations changing the usage type of the facility (e.g. Industrial Support being converted to office space)

• Lightning protection system installation

• Seismic upgrades

• Potable water, non-potable water, and sewer/septic system installation, repair or upgrade.

6. Fire Suppression, Fire Alarm and/or Mass Notification Systems Repair, Replacement, upgrade, or Installation: To meet the definition of this category the main purpose of the project must involve the installation, repair, replacement, or upgrade of fire suppression, fire alarm, and/or mass notification systems using a design prepared by a registered engineer and stamped by a fire protection engineer or NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) Level IV certified technician.

7. Utility System (Electrical, Sewer, Water) Repair, Replacement, Upgrade, or Installation including minor electrical and/or communication: To meet the definition of this category the main purpose of the project must involve the installation, repair, replacement, or upgrade of facility level utility systems using a design prepared by a registered engineer. Tasks in this category may include but are not limited to:

• Repairs, replacements or upgrades of permanently installed electrical generation (primary, backup, or emergency)

• Switchgear replacement and/or upgrades

• Electrical panel replacement and/or upgrades

• Electrical Distribution (<12.5kV)

• Pad-mounted transformers replacement

• Potable Water Systems, Sewer/Stormwater Systems (do not include portions of work contained within a building/facility. Only include supply/main distribution systems.

beginning or ending 5' from the point of origin or termination of a building or facility).

• Fiber-optic Distribution

8. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System Repair, Replacement, Upgrade, or Installation: To meet the definition of this category the main purpose of project must involve the installation, repair, replacement, or upgrade of HVAC systems, which may include computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units, using a design prepared by a registered engineer.

Tasks in this category may include but are not limited to:

• Installation of new HVAC systems

• Replacement of damaged or outdated systems

• Upgrade of existing systems to meet current code

• Repair, replacement or installation of HVAC piping

• Controls system replacement, upgrade, and programming

• Integration into centralized monitoring system

9. Security Systems: Installation or integration of specialized security features, such as reinforced walls, secure doors, communication systems, intrusion detection systems, and other security measures, to meet current security standards. This project type may also include, but is not limited to, any necessary renovations to existing facilities to meet current security standards, including the construction of secure perimeters within a facility.

10. Special Interest Project (Environmental, Water Quality, Historical, Air Quality, Site Restoration, Cultural, etc.) (Incidental is Allowed): This project type involves projects related to environmentally or culturally sensitive issues, which must meet state or federal standards.

These projects shall have required construction requirements or remediation driven by a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Environmental Assessment (EA) or Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), National Historical Preservation Act (NHPA), or Installation Restoration Program (IRP) or equivalent site. This shall not include basic monitoring requirements or basic site restoration (hydroseeding after completion). This may include, but is not limited to, projects that are incidental to other project types, but which still require special attention to meet the relevant standards. Tasks in this category may include but are not limited to:

• Soil or water remediation at an IRP or EPA Superfund designated site

• Construction changes to avoid environmentally sensitive areas

• Construction remediation of environmentally sensitive areas

• Construction efforts requiring cultural/archaeological excavation or cultural artifact collection

• State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) coordination

Section II: Number of Projects as Prime Contractor Contracto No definition(s) provided.

Section III: Experience in Complex Projects as Prime Contractor

1. Mechanical Tasks:

• HVAC Task: This involves the design, installation, and maintenance of systems that control the temperature, humidity, and air quality within buildings. This includes heating systems, air conditioning units, ventilation systems, ductwork, and controls.

• Interior Plumbing Task: This covers the installation and maintenance of water supply and drainage systems within buildings. It includes pipes, fixtures (sinks, toilets, showers), water heaters, sewage systems, and related components.

• Fire Suppression Task: This focuses on systems designed to extinguish or control fires within a building. This includes Sprinkler Systems, Fire Pumps, Standpipes, Clean Agent Systems, and Foam Systems.

2. Electrical Tasks:

• High or Medium Voltage Electrical Distribution/Transmission Task: This involves the design and installation electrical systems that carry medium and high voltages (typically 12.5kV and above) over long distances. This includes power lines, switchgear, exterior substation work, transformers for distribution, and related equipment.

• Power Generation (either large scale or backup power systems) Task: This encompasses the construction of facilities that generate electricity, either on a large scale (like power plants) or as backup systems (like generators). It includes the installation of turbines, generators, and fuel supply systems.

• Interior or Facility Electrical Task: This focuses on the electrical systems within buildings and structures. It includes wiring, lighting, power distribution, outlets, circuit breakers, and other electrical components necessary for the facility’s operation. It also includes exterior equipment between the facility transformer and the facility itself.

• Fire Alarm/Mass Notification Systems Task: These systems are designed to detect and alert occupants in case of fire or other emergencies. This includes installing smoke detectors, fire alarm panels, sirens, strobe lights, and mass communication systems to include integration to the centralized monitoring system.

• Electronic Security System for Secured Facilities Task: This involves designing and implementing electronic security systems for high-security facilities. This includes access control systems, intrusion detection systems, video surveillance systems, and alarm monitoring systems.

• Communication Systems Task: This covers the installation and maintenance of communication infrastructure within a building or across a site. This includes data cabling, fiber optic networks, telephone systems, public address systems, and intercom systems. It does not include fire alarm mass communication systems.

A task is defined as: one (1) of the construction efforts listed below in one (1) of the four (4) categories. Complexity is determined by the total number of tasks per project.

• Lightning Protection Systems Task: This involves the installation of a comprehensive system designed by a registered engineer to protect a structure from lightning strikes and adherence to third party certification. The system integrates multiple components working together, including:

• Air Terminals (Lightning Rods): Strategically placed to intercept lightning strikes before they hit the structure.

• Conductors: A network of conductors, both on the exterior (down conductors) and within the structure, that provide a low-resistance path for lightning current to safely reach the ground.

• Grounding System: A critical component that connects the conductor system to the earth, dissipating the lightning current safely into the ground.

• Surge Protection Devices (SPDs): Installed within the electrical system to protect sensitive equipment from voltage surges caused by lightning strikes.

• Bonding: Connects all metallic systems within the structure to the grounding system, preventing dangerous voltage differences from developing during a lightning event.

• Military Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems Task: These systems are used to monitor and control industrial processes and infrastructure in military settings. This includes sensors, controllers, communication networks, and software interfaces for remote data acquisition and control.

3. Civil Tasks:

• Water Distribution or Sanitary Sewer Systems Task: This involves the construction and maintenance of pipelines, pumping stations, treatment plants, and other infrastructure necessary for delivering clean water and removing wastewater.

• Stormwater Systems or Culverts Task: This focuses on managing stormwater runoff to prevent flooding and erosion. It includes constructing drainage ditches, retention ponds, culverts, and other structures and grading to collect, convey, and treat stormwater.

• Erosion Repair or Soil Stabilization Task: This involves techniques to prevent or repair soil erosion caused by wind or water. Methods include installing with a stamped design items such as retaining walls, terrace/benching, applying erosion control blankets, and using soil stabilization techniques like geotextiles. This encompasses mitigating damage already caused or preventing future damage, not preparing an area for a structure.

• Road or Pavement Engineered Construction Task: This encompasses the design and construction of roads, highways, parking lots, and other paved surfaces. It includes grading, subgrade preparation, paving, and marking.

• Geotechnical Task: This involves sampling and analyzing soil and rock conditions to design foundations, retaining walls, tunnels, and other structures that interact with the earth.

• Environmental Remediation Task: This involves a comprehensive process of actively cleaning up and restoring contaminated environments (soil, water, air) to a state that minimizes risks to human health and the ecosystem. It includes techniques like excavation, soil washing, groundwater treatment, and air sparging. It goes beyond simple disposal and does include permitted lead and asbestos abatement.

4. Structural/Architectural Tasks:

• Seismic Renovations or Upgrades Task: This involves reinforcing existing buildings and structures to withstand earthquakes and meet seismic building codes. It includes strengthening foundations, walls, and connections using various techniques and materials.

• New Facility Designed Construction Task: This encompasses the complete design and construction of new buildings and facilities from the ground up, including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This does not include new concrete pads to house equipment for existing facilities.

• Engineered Facility Renovation Task: This involves significant modifications and upgrades to existing buildings, often requiring structural changes, changes to the building envelope, or major system upgrades.

• Physical Security Systems for Secured Facilities and Entry Control Facilities Task: This involves designing and implementing physical security measures for high-security facilities. This includes barriers, fencing, gates, guard booths, intrusion detection systems, and access control points, it includes security checkpoints, guard booths, vehicle barriers, pedestrian gates, and access control systems.

Section IV: Experience as Design-Build Prime Contractor (Designed project in house or hired a subcontractor to design).

Design-build is a project delivery method that combines two (2) usually separate services into a single contract. With design-build procurements, a single, fixed-price contract for both architectural-engineering services and construction is awarded. A firm may utilize an in-house design team or hire a subcontractor to handle design. The design team must have the credentials to render stamped design documents that meet all local, state, and federal regulations.

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