ATTACHMENT - I -SOW - Lab 125 126 130 229 Space Renovation - Byron GA - EW.pdf

Statement of Work

Lab 125, 126, 130 & 229 Space Renovation Southeastern Fruit and Tree Nut Research Laboratory

21 Dunbar Rd., Byron, GA 31008 Byron, GA

Prepared by:

Everett Wilson

28JUN22

Statement of Work:

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and supplies to perform the following work for U. S.

Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Southeastern Fruit and Tree Nut Research Laboratory, 21 Dunbar Road, Byron, Georgia 31008

This will be a phased project starting with Lab 126. There is no person working in this lab currently.

Upon completion and acceptance, work will be scheduled and started on Lab 125, then to 130 and final renovation of Lab 229. Lab 126 needs to be completed first to start a new research program.

The contractor shall remove existing casework, counter tops, electrical and plumbing fixtures and properly dispose of. The contractor shall install new casework, electrical, gas and plumbing fixtures. The contractor shall furnish all labor and materials for the described project in strict conformity with safety, standards, laws, statutes, and ordinances for a chemical/biological research laboratory biosafety level 2 (BSL2) in a federal facility.

All work shall be completed in accordance with all local, state, and federal codes and regulations. All work shall also meet the requirements of the ARS Facilities and Design Standards (P&P 242.1). The P&P 242.1 document can be found at: http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/ppweb/PDF/242-01M.pdf.

All work shall be accomplished in a professional manner and in accordance with good workmanship and acceptable practice.

Contractor is responsible for inspecting the site and for determining the exact requirements of the project.

Contractor’s working hours shall be scheduled to coincide with the normal working hours (7am-4pm) at the site. Should it be necessary to schedule working hours other than normal working hours, contractor shall arrange for access to the work area with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) at the site at least three days prior to the need.

Project:

1- Removal of fume hoods in labs 125, 130 & 229. Fume Hoods are a Presumed Asbestos Containing Material (PACM). Removal must be done by a certified asbestos abatement tech and without disassembling. Once Fume Hood is removed, must be wrapped in two layers of 6 mil plastics and then disposed of as asbestos containing material (ACM).

2- Demolition and removal of all casework. The contractor is responsible for locating and completely shutting off gas, water and electrical during this phase. All that can be recycled shall be recycled and weight recorded.

3- Some demolition and removal of ceiling tiles and ceiling grid around fume hoods in labs 125, 130 and 229.

4- The contractor shall provide and install all new lower cabinets, upper cabinets, sink cabinet, knee space assemblies, countertops, sinks, fixtures, electrical outlets and any fillers or scribes necessary for complete installation. This shall include final connections of any mechanical, gas, plumbing and electrical.

5- All counter tops shall be 1” black phenolic resin worktop and Greengard certified – similar or exceed specifications of FunderMax RE-Technology (see attached brochure). A 6” high applied backsplash of same material as countertop. Will include sinks, outlets, pegboard, 30"w. x 30"h. w/46 Pegs & Drip Trough, cup sinks and some fabrication http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/ppweb/PDF/242-01M.pdf

6- The contractor shall re-install undamaged ceiling grid and tiles or install new ceiling grid and tiles where applicable in rooms 125, 130 and 229.

8- Water saver service fixtures and fittings to include H & CW faucets, H/C mixing faucet, DI faucet, pre-rinse hose unit, and deck mounted AGV service valves and required mounting hardware. All valves will be mounted in original locations unless specified otherwise.

9- Wall mounted single channel electrical raceway, wiring, outlets and cover plates. Must be installed in accordance with the most recent National Electrical Code (NEC). If an equivalent metal wire mold is going to be used, its use must first be pre-approved..

10- Cove Base moldings shall be removed from walls and new installed on walls and base cabinets.

Moldings shall be black

The electrical raceway above counter shall be Legrand 3300 series or similar Aluminum raceway.

All lab casework and tops shall be SEFA12-2014 certified. Color to be determined.

All fume hoods must meet or exceed specification of the Airfoil Variable Volume Fume Hood Superstructure manufactured by LOC Scientific – see attached specs.

Site Visit:

Bidders are encouraged to visit the site and be escorted by a government representative to confirm locations, dimensions, and conditions of the project before a bid is submitted. The site visit shall be for observing firsthand any conditions relevant to the completion of this project. No consideration will be given to claims based on lack of knowledge of existing conditions, except where contract documents make definite provisions for adjustment in cost or extension due to existing conditions not readily foreseeable.

Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management, (SAM), prior to submitting a bid.

Registration can be obtained through: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/

Safety: The contractor is responsible for complying with all local, state and federal safety codes and laws.

Detailed Bid: Provide all materials, labor, and equipment in order to fully and successfully complete the Statement of Work described in this document. The detailed bid shall be presented in a MS Excel spreadsheet that is fully functional with formulas intact for ARS analysis of the bid. The proposal shall be submitted in MS Word. Neither type of documents will be password projected. Contractor has option of additionally submitting their proposal in .pdf format for fidelity purposes should they desire to do so but any Bid Proposal will not be accepted for review until it’s presented in MS Excel and MS Word format.

http://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/

Contractor Responsibility:

The project has a base bid to be performed per the following specifications:

1. Contractor will verify all equipment, dimensions and existing site conditions covered in their report.

2. Contractor is required to manage the project and consult with the Government prior to beginning all work phases. And, to work in a manner that minimizes the impact of the work on Government operations, research, and functions.

3. All work must be performed in such a manner as to not adversely affect daily operations of the facility, its workers, and the onsite facility operations.

Material / Submittals:

The AE firm shall submit a draft of their report for review and comment to the Lab personnel, the EPM and the Contracting officer for a period of 10 business days. Upon review, incorporation of ARS comments, and approval by ARS personnel, the final version of the report shall be issued.

Drawings shall include data and details for construction of the laboratory casework as well as information regarding the name, quantity, type and construction of materials (such as hardware, gauges, etc.), that will be used to complete the project.

Installation Procedure:

Contractor will verify all dimensions and site conditions prior to beginning work. Contractor will schedule the work between working hours as listed below. Contractor is required to provide labor, specified material, equipment, and other tools required to perform the job fully and completely. No Government equipment will be available for use by the contractor. The contractor shall be responsible for protecting his work at all times and ensuring the safety of his crew and ARS employees. Upon completion of the project, the contractor shall remove from the premises all accumulated materials and rubbish caused by the project. Premises shall be left in a clean, orderly, and acceptable condition.

Project Schedule:

The completion of this project shall not exceed 60 days from date of notice to proceed. A request for time extension must be submitted to the Contracting Specialist in writing. Each request must include specific and detailed reasons in support of the schedule alteration.

Work Hours:

Contractor work hours shall be Monday through Friday, seven (7) A.M. to four (4) P.M. except for Government holidays or as otherwise arranged with the site personnel in advance.

PROJECT CONTACTS:

RESEARCH LEADER: - TBA

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (AO): - TBA

SITE WORK COORDINATOR: - TBA

CONTRACTING OFFICER (CO): -TBA

ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER (EPM): - TBA

Brochure for Countertop Type Required or Approved Equal

FunderMax Countertop Brochur

PHOTOGRAPHS

Main Building