Attachment A - SOW.pdf

Statement of Work (SOW): Repair of Fire and Smoke Penetrations

SYNOPSIS: Work consists of repairing deficiencies located in the 2-hour fire barrier located on the ground floor of the Wilkes-Barre VAMC (please see inspection report Task #248,251, 246,249), repairs shall be made using an approved fire-stop filler or other approved system.

TERM: It is anticipated work will be completed within 30 days.

1.0 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Contractor shall provide documentation of repairs and closure of all openings and penetrations of flame or heat in the fire-resistant rated construction in accordance with National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 101 and 70.

B. Contractor shall provide inspection report at completion of fire barrier repairs.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Manufacturer’s literature, data, and installation instructions for types of firestopping and smoke stopping materials proposed for use.

B. List of FM, UL, or WH classification number of systems installed.

C. Certified laboratory test reports for ASTM E814 tests for systems only if NOT listed by

FM, UL, or WH proposed for use.

1.3 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials in their original unopened containers with manufacturer’s name and product identification.

B. Store materials in a location providing protection from damage and exposure to the elements.

1.5 WARRANTY

A. Firestopping work is subject to the terms of the Article “Warranty of Construction”, FAR clause 52.246-21, except extend the warranty period to five years.

1.6 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

Publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only.

• American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

o E84-10 Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials o E814-11 Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Fire Stops

• Factory Mutual Engineering and Research Corporation (FM):

o Annual Issue Approval Guide Building Materials

• Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL):

o Annual Issue Building Materials Directory o Annual Issue Fire Resistance Directory o 1479-10 Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops

• Warnock Hersey (WH):

o Annual Issue Certification Listings

• National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA):

o NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code o NFPA 70E – National Electric Code

2.0 – PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

A. Manufacturer of firestop products shall have been successfully producing and supplying these products for a period of not less than 3-years and shall be able to show evidence of at least 10 projects in a hospital environment where similar products have been installed and accepted.

B. Contractor shall have a minimum of 3-years direct experience performing inspections and repairs of fire and smoke penetrations in rated construction in a hospital environment for compliance with applicable life safety codes.

2.2 FIRESTOP AND SMOKESTOP SYSTEMS

A. Use either firestop sealant, factory built (Firestop Devices) or field erected (through- Penetration Firestop Systems) to form a specific building system maintaining required integrity of the fire barrier and stop the passage of gases or smoke.

B. Through-penetration firestop systems and firestop devices tested in accordance with

ASTM E814 or UL 1479 using the "F" or "T" rating to maintain the same rating and integrity as the fire barrier being sealed. "T" ratings are not required for penetrations smaller than or equal to 100 mm (4 in) nominal pipe or 0.01 m2 (16 sq. in.) in overall cross-sectional area.

C. Products requiring heat activation to seal an opening by its intumescence shall exhibit a demonstrated ability to function as designed to maintain the fire barrier.

D. Firestop sealants used for firestopping or smoke sealing shall have following properties:

1. Contain no flammable or toxic solvents.

2. Have no dangerous or flammable out gassing during the drying or curing of products.

3. Water-resistant after drying or curing and unaffected by high humidity, condensation or transient water exposure.

4. When used in exposed areas, shall be capable of being sanded and finished with similar surface treatments as used on the surrounding wall or floor surface.

E. Firestopping system or devices used for penetrations by glass pipe, plastic pipe or conduits, unenclosed cables, or other non-metallic materials shall have following properties:

1. Classified for use with the particular type of penetrating material used.

2. Penetrations containing loose electrical cables, computer data cables, and communications cables protected using firestopping systems that allow unrestricted cable changes without damage to the seal.

3. Intumescent products which would expand to seal the opening and act as fire, smoke, toxic fumes, and, water sealant.

F. Maximum flame spread of 25 and smoke development of 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

G. FM, UL, or WH rated or tested by an approved laboratory in accordance with ASTM

E814.

H. Materials to be asbestos free.

I. For exposed areas, use similar surface treatments as those on the surrounding wall or floor surface.

J. For exposed areas, use similar surface treatments as those on the surrounding wall or floor surface.

K. The Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center uses “HILTI” brand products for all firestopping applications. All repair work shall be performed with the product brand “HILTI”. Any other products are prohibited.

2.4 MISCELLANEOUS

A. Forming/Damming: Fiberglass, mineral fiber boards or blankets compatible with proposed firestopping per manufacturer’s requirements.

B. Firestop Collars: Prefabricated or molded collars, or prefabricated retaining strips of galvanized steel per manufacturer’s requirements.

C. Labels/Stenciling: Preprinted self-adhering smoke or fire rating labels with white background, 2-inch high red letters describing the rated assembly and 1-inch high black letters stating “Protect all opening and penetrations.” properly applied to a cleaned and/or painted surface.

D. Caution Sticker: Vinyl non-fading self-adhesive label 4”x6”. See Attachment A.

3.0 – EXECUTION

3.1 Working hours.

A. All work to take place in the Canteen corridor must occur after 4pm Monday-Friday.

Work required within canteen bathrooms can take place during normal working hours, with one bathroom being closed during the day.

3.2 ICRA BARRIERS/INFECTION CONTROL

A. ICRA barriers and/or portable dust containments shall be erected by the contractor when required. At all times, however, Contractor shall employ necessary measures to minimize dust as necessary using HEPA vacuums to clean surfaces before proceeding, immediately replace ceiling tiles displaced for visual inspection and cleaning of any dust or debris that fall to floor. Dust barriers will meet Infection Control Risk Assessment standards.

3.3 DEMOLITION

A. Installation of firestop systems may require removal of foreign material (including, but not limited to, drywall mud, mortar, spray foam, fireproofing, and structolite) to create required annular space to accept the appropriate firestop system.

3.4 REPAIR AND INSTALLATION

A. Do not begin work until the specified material data and installation instructions of the proposed firestopping systems have been submitted and approved.

B. Repair all deficiencies identified in submitted inspection report. Install the approved UL rated firestop system per the manufactures instructions for all penetrations and joints which are currently not sealed. Contractor may also repair the existing drywall, seams, joints and openings to meet UL/IBC requirements for rating. All firestop materials will conform to the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E 814, ASTM E

1966 and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 1479, UL 2079 standards. Firestop product/system to be used will be approved by the Chief, Facility Management Service prior to application.

C. Systems listed by the approved testing agencies, as listed above, may be used providing they conform to the construction type, annular space requirement and fire rating involved in each separate instance.

D. Dampered ducts will not be firestopped unless required in accordance with manufactures specifications.

E. When field conditions do not match a UL system, Engineering judgments will be based on guidance set forth by the International Firestop Council (IFC) utilizing an existing UL firestop system that closely matches the individual field conditions

3.5 LABELING

A. Contractor shall ensure that all fire/smoke resistance rated assemblies are properly identified using stenciling properly identifying the rating and by installing a Caution Label (see Attachment A). The stenciling and labeling shall be installed on each wall or assembly at a minimum or 12-feet on centers above ceilings and in mechanical/utility rooms. Apply to clean or painted surfaces only.

3.6 CLEAN-UP AND ACCEPTANCE

A. As work in each area is completed, remove tools, materials, litter, and debris and leave area in a clean and orderly condition.

3.7 DOCUMENTATION

B. All inspection and repair information will be recorded by the Contractor using an Electronic Drawings-based tracking and verification program that utilizes (facility provided) life safety drawings to denote all inspection points and deficiency locations.

Points on the drawings shall be cross referenced to a database detailing the deficiency location, type, U.L. System deployed, product used, wall type and date/time of repair (See Exclusions and Clarifications below for more detail).

C. All reports will be submitted electronically and in hard copy format within 30-days of the latest inspection.

D. One (1) set of hard copy format reports will be submitted.

4.0 – MISCELLANEOUS

4.1 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The contractor shall obtain all necessary licenses and/or permits required to perform this work.

B. Contractor’s onsite supervisor shall have a minimum of 30-hour OSHA certification.

C. Workers shall maintain a minimum of 10-hour OSHA certification

D. The Contractor shall promptly report all accidents resulting in property damage and/or personal injury or death directly to the Government Representative and Contracting Officer.

E. The Contractor shall follow all applicable codes and regulations and all work must be accomplished in a first-class manner. Some portions of the work may have to be accomplished in other than normal working hours.

F. The Contractor shall report to the Safety Office in room C6-67 daily prior to commencing work and will secure appropriate permits for work that day. All permits will be returned to the Safety Office at the end of the workday.

G. The Contractor shall be responsible for complying with all environmental protection regulations promulgated by US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Any hazardous materials used by the Contractor in performing this contract shall be properly packaged and stored in a sealed container to avoid spills, and shall be promptly removed upon completion of the work. All spills of hazardous materials shall be reported immediately to the Contracting Officer and shall be cleaned up immediately by the contractor at his own expense in accordance with EPA and DEP regulations. Clean up wastes shall be disposed of by the Contractor as hazardous wastes in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. No high VOC materials will be permitted.

H. Hazardous wastes are as defined in EPA regulations 40 CFR 261. The Contractor shall be the official waste generator for any hazardous waste generated through performance of this contract unless specified otherwise in this contract. The Contractor shall not store any hazardous waste in this government property without obtaining prior permission and related instructions from the Contacting Officer. Hazardous wastes shall be moved off post and disposed as they are generated or whenever requested by the Contracting Officer.

In no case shall the wastes remain on the government property after completion of this work. It shall be Contractor’s responsibility to comply with EPA 40 CFR 260265 and DER Code 25 CH 75 regulations concerning hazardous waste generation, storage, treatment and disposal.

4.2 GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The Government shall provide appropriate forms after award for permits as required.

B. The Government shall inspect all work areas prior to acceptance of finished work and release of claims.

C. The Government shall provide sanitary facilities and utilities required for work.

D. The Government shall provide a set of electronic Life Safety Drawings.

4.3 CONDUCT OF CONTRACTOR’S EMPLOYEES

A. The contractor is fully responsible for the performance and conduct of his employees at all times. The contractor shall not allow any employees to perform work under this contract while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other incapacitating agent. Police and other law enforcement personnel on government property have the right to deny entry to property or remove from property any contractor employee for misconduct, which endangers the health or safety of people or property or for reasons of security. Removal from government property of a contractor employee in accordance with the above shall not relieve the contractor from the requirement to meet all of the terms and conditions of the contract. Smoking is not permitted in any building of the VAMC Wilkes Barre and only allowed in designated smoking areas on the grounds.

4.4 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES

A. The contractor shall provide each employee an identification (ID) badge on contract start date or on employment start date. The ID badge shall be made of nonmetallic material.

The badge shall be easily readable and include employee's name, contractor's name, and color photograph. The ID badge template shall be approved by the contracting officer or his or her designee before contract start date.

B. Display of ID Badges: Contractor personnel shall wear the ID badge at all times when performing work under this contract to include attending Government meetings and conferences. Unless otherwise specified in the contract, each contractor employee shall wear the ID badge in a conspicuous place on the front of exterior clothing and above the waist except when safety or health reasons prohibit such placement.

4.5 SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION

A. In performing work under this contract, the contractor shall:

1. Conform to the specific safety requirement established by this contract;

2. Comply with the safety rules of the Government property that concern related activities not directly addressed in this contract;

3. Take all reasonable steps and precautions to prevent accidents and preserve the life and health of contractor and Government personnel performing or in any way coming in contact with the performance of this contract; and,

4. Take such additional immediate precaution as the contracting officer may reasonably require for safety and accident prevention purposes.

B. The government Safety Office will be responsible for monitoring the contractor in the area of safety and accident prevention.

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