Attachment_A_Statement_of_Work.docx

PERFORMANCE-BASED WORK STATEMENT

Refurbish Facility Sand Filter and Pumps

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

A. Introduction Our mission statement at the USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Center (WARC) is to provide USGS science to Florida, the Southeastern States, the U.S. Caribbean, and elsewhere in the world. We are also leaders in seeking new and innovative ways to meet the critical need for sound, objective scientific information that can be applied to issues of local to international concern.

B. Background

The Main Building was constructed in the early 1980s. This building is a two-story building and is approximately 21,000 sf and holds research laboratories and office space.

C. Scope

The purpose of this requirement is to refurbish the existing facility sand filter system to include removal and replacement of sand filter bed media as well as removal and replacement of two existing 15 hp turbine pumps.

II. WORK REQUIREMENTS

A. Technical requirements for pump replacement

1. Remove and Replace Qty. (2) like for like Mfg. Crane Deming 8” Turbine Pumps with new 15hp motors with the following specifications.

2. Replace all ductile iron pipe from pump discharge to PVC Sch. 80 flange with new PVC pipe, fittings

3. New pump discharge lug body isolation valves (Bray or equal) cast epoxy body, SS stem and disc

B. Technical requirements for sand filter system

C. Criteria for acceptance of Product or Service:

1. Job acceptance will be based on completion of technical requirements stated in this document.

D. CODES, STANDARDS, AND DEPARTMENTAL PUBLICATIONS. The following manuals, handbooks, industry standards and codes are incorporated by reference.

ASHRAE 110 – Fume Hood Standards OSHA 29 CFR 1910 – Laboratory Flooring Standards Facilities Standards for two public buildings service - GSA PBS-Q100.1 Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards National Electrical Code ICBO Uniform Building Code NFPA, National Fire Codes

Uniform Plumbing Code Uniform Mechanical Code Underwriters Laboratories Fire Resistance Directory Underwriters Laboratories Building Materials Directory

III. SUPPORTING INFORMATION

A. Place of Performance:

Wetland and Aquatic Research Center 7920 NW 71st Street Gainesville, Florida 32653

B. Period of Performance

Contractor will begin work within 10 days of Notice to Proceed and will complete project within 45 calendar days of Notice to Proceed.

C. Government Furnished Property (GFP): NONE

D. Special Considerations.

1. Key personnel qualifications:

A. All work under this contract must be performed by personnel who are experienced and qualified to provide professional services. Contractor will be certified to install boiler heating systems.

2. Data Rights, Safety, and Environment:

A. Safety Requirements: Contractor must perform this contract in a safe manner, observing any necessary safety precautions. The contractor will promptly correct any condition, which in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, or his authorized representative, endangers the safety of personnel and/or property during the performance of this contract. Failure to observe this requirement will result in contract termination, with the Contractor liable for any such damages that may occur. The Contractor is obligated to perform a thorough inspection each working day of all areas to assure that all necessary safeguards relative to safety and fire hazards are being taken. Special instructions on biological hazardous areas must always be complied with.

E. Facilities/Storage Space: Limited facilities and storage spaces will be made available to the contractor without cost to him for new equipment waiting to be installed. Facilities and spaces assigned to the Contractor will be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Light, heat, electricity, water, and telephone service as required for the performance of this contract will be made available to the Contractor. The Contracting Officer or his designated representative will have access to the facilities, spaces, and equipment at any time for inspection or for other purposes as required. The areas assigned will be returned at the completion of this contract in the same condition than existed at the beginning of this contract. These facilities will be available for the joint use of the Contractor and Center staff.

F. Damage Reporting: In all instances where Government property or equipment is damaged, a full report of the fact and extent of such damage will be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer or his authorized representative within twenty-four (24) hours.

140G0123Q0146 Attachment A Statement of Work