Attachment 6 Statment of Work.pdf

US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Los Padres National Forest Air Attack Base Backflow Assembly Replacement

Statement of Work

Contents Project General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

2.0 Background

Contractor Requirements

3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

4.0 Government Furnished

5.0 Deliverables / Schedule

6.0 Travel

7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel

8.0 Security Requirements

Project Los Padres National Forest Air Attack Base Santa Maria Backflow Valve and Plumbing Replacement

General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

This project involves the replacement and upgrade from the current diameter PVC to 6” galvanized steel and/or appropriate metal plumbing of the current backflow valve assembly including but not limited to all fittings, water meter, backflow assembly, valves, flanges, and other items associated with the present unit. In accordance with current statutes, there shall be a concrete pad around the assembly and concrete thrust blocks at the ninety-degree fittings below grade. There shall be a replacement of the ‘fill side’ of the pipe where the ridged section meets a flexible section.

This will be at an elevation to allow the flexible pipe to be moved across an existing section of curb.

There is a section of pipe near the primary supply valve, approximately 150 yards to the South-East, that has a reduced diameter. This pipe, now 4”, is a formerly replaced section of the original 6” pipe. This section, approximately ten feet long and approximately three feet below grade is to be replaced with pipe equal to the rest of the plumbing. This is to insure proper volume and pressure to the retardant manufacturing and dispensing process. The project also includes replacing a section of the 2” section of pipe which is connected by a ‘Tee’ which is reduced from six to two inch and leads to additional plumbing fixtures. This 2” section shall remain at this size. All fixtures must adhere to current county, state and applicable statutes including but not limited to any FAA directives.

2.0 Background

This plumbing supplies the mixing and distribution system for fire retardant which is supplied to fire-fighting and suppression aircraft at the Santa Maria Air Attack Base.

The current plumbing is PVC pipe which was replaced in the 1980’s and meant to be a temporary resolution for a plumbing situation that occurred. The current plumbing has outlived its usefulness with non-functional valves and environmentally damaged structures. Also, in the 1980’s a section of pipe was replaced near the primary municipal-supplied water main. However, the section of 6” pipe was replaced with four-inch diameter pipe which has restricted the volume and reduced the efficiency of the retardant mixing and supply infrastructure. Replacing both the backflow assembly and the mis-matched section of pipe will restore the system to optimal efficiency.

Contractor Requirements

3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

The contractor shall be licensed and bonded will all appropriate construction and plumbing certifications, including but not limited to those allowing the replacement of a municipality-supplied backflow prevention unit. Upon submitting a bid, evidence of current license, bond, insurance, any and all certifications appropriate for county, state, federal and if necessary, FAA-requirements for backflow prevention repair and replacement shall be provided with any bid. All appropriate permits and fees shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. No work shall be performed until all permits and fees are acquired and paid in full. All county, state, and other inspections shall be scheduled by the Contractor and the Contractor or approved and qualified representative shall be present for all inspections. ‘Qualified’ representatives must include someone who can answer any questions that inspectors may have or be able to provide an answer in an appropriate amount of time.

All the work is completed behind security fences, in and around sensitive structures, buildings, aircraft and infrastructure. All vehicles and personnel entering and leaving shall be escorted by Air Attack Base or Forest Service personnels. All gates must have someone present to insure only those involved with the project are allowed to enter.

Any violation is subject to FAA rules and statutes.

No personnel including the Contractor, subcontractors, employees or anyone associated with the project, excluding federal, state and local government officials, shall venture outside the work area. There shall be no trespassing into or on or near buildings, aircraft, equipment, structures, runways or areas where aircraft or vehicles, other than work vehicles associated with the project, are located or in transit. When aircraft are near the project, the Contractor, subcontractor any and all employees and personnel associated with the project shall adhere to directives from Air Attack Base personnel and/or anyone associated with the airport, or security as where to go, where to stay and what to do when in proximity of any moving or stationary aircraft. Any violation of directives, rules, statutes or orders can result in immediate removal from inside of the fenced area or possible citations or legal actions deemed appropriate by authorities.

• The sections of the plumbing to be replaced and upgraded will require appropriate licensing and expertise. The Contractor and any subcontractors shall be knowledgeable in all aspects of the required work.

o The work shall involve removing of all plumbing and fixtures from the below-grade level where the pipe connects to a ninety-degree fitting. This includes the ninety-degree fitting and the installation of thrust blocks at the required fittings/junctions. The removal shall include the two-inch section to the below-grade horizontal section where the line leads to the devices further down the line. Also removed shall be the reduced diameter section of supply line pipe near the primary valve.

o All demolished materials shall be disposed of appropriately in a landfill, recycled or other disposal method in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations.

o The replacement unit and parts shall include all fittings, supports and concrete pad to support the aforementioned backflow prevention structure. This shall include the municipal water meter and any valve and connections. The two-inch plumbing shall be replaced, including valves and meter to the below-grade section where it leads to the horizontal section. There shall be at least two feet of new galvanized pipe on the horizontal section prior to connecting to the original pipe.

o All below-grade work shall be in compliance with OSHA standards for depth.

o All below-grade work shall expose horizontal pipe for no less than six feet in all directions beyond any replaced sections, excepting where the line may expose the primary valve. In this case, the exposed area need only terminate at the valve box.

o All metal fittings shall have an appropriate sealant including but not limited to non-reactive tape (e.g.

Teflon), or thread sealant to both. All sealants must be code-approved for use in potable water plumbing and fixtures.

o All fittings and flanges must be tightened to prevent any and all leakage. Any ‘break-away’ bolts or assemblies must adhere to appropriate torque as designated by the manufacturer.

o All components must adhere to federal standards including being manufactured in the United States of America. Any component manufactured out of the country shall be rejected and replaced at the cost of the Contractor.

o The hours of operation are to be between 7AM (0700) to 5PM (1700) Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Any work on the project must have a Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer Representative (COR) or Inspector present.

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4.0 Government Furnished

There will be no government furnished equipment or supplies.

5.0 Deliverables / Schedule

• All deliverables and documents shall be presented to the Contracting Officer.

• All written deliverables shall be phrased in layperson language and delivered within 10 calendar days from the date of acceptance from the Contracting Officer and prior to final payment. There shall be a minimum of an original and two copies of all deliverables. All “hard copy” deliverables, instructions shall be submitted on recycled content paper and printed double-sided, excepting project plans. All catalog cuts and data associated with the treatment system within 7 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

• A copy of manufacturer’s written instructions and recommendations for inspection purposes, no later than 7 calendar days prior to installation.

6.0 Travel

The project is located at the Air Attack Base on the south side of the Santa Maria Airport in Santa Maria, California. The global location is 34 degrees, 53’ 29.85 N by 120 degrees, 27’ 17.84 W. To reach the security gate, from California Highway 101, head West on Union until it ‘T’s’ on Blosser Road. Turn Right/Northwest until the road dead-ends. The security gate will be on the right.

7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel

The Contractor shall provide a list of Key Personnel in the employ of the contractor’s company including contact information. This contact information shall include mailing, email, cell and any additional electronic or physical venues for communication.

8.0 Security Requirements

The project is behind a security gate. This does not constitute total security by the government. All materials, supplies, vehicles, and equipment associated with the project is the responsibility of the contractor until completion and final acceptance by the Contracting Officer. All jobsites shall be cleaned daily and in total upon completion in accordance with specifications and include sweeping and rolling a bar magnet to pick up all metal, screws, nails, etc.

This includes where work or supply vehicles are stored, parked and/or staged excepting where fences or other barriers prevent access.

Prior to starting any work on this project, the Contractor shall develop and submit to the Contracting Office, a Safety Plan specific for each location. The Safety Plan shall adhere to all State or Federal OSHA regulations, whichever is more stringent. The Safety Plan shall also include a description for all flagging, signage and other means to ensure the safety of employees, vehicular and personnel traffic in and around the Project Sites.

It is the Contractor’s responsibility to verify all dimensions and conditions related to this Statement of Work. All utility locates shall be done prior to commencing work and is the responsibility of the Contractor.