Attachment I - SOW Repair Walls and Floors in Building One Oxford MS.pdf

Statement of Work

Repair Walls and Floors in Building One,1967 Wing

National Sedimentation Laboratory

Oxford, Mississippi

Prepared by: Kevin Magee

29 June 2021

Table of Contents

Statement of Work Page 3

Contractor Responsibility Page 4

Project Schedule Page 5

Project Contacts Page 6

Pictures Page 7

Statement of Work: “Repair Walls and Floors in Building One, 1967 Wing” at the USDA, ARS, National

Sedimentation Laboratory, 598 McElroy Drive, Oxford, MS 38655

Project Objective: Remove all existing flooring (approximately 3,800 SF of original tile overlaid with rolled linoleum) as shown in shaded area of Figure 1 down to the sub-flooring in Building 1, 1967 wing, repair the sub-flooring as needed, abate all asbestos tiles and mastic associated with the removed flooring and install a new floor system to match type shown in Figure 2. Paint walls as shown in the shaded area of Figure 3

(approximately 14,300 SF). Any minor defects found in the walls are to be repaired before painting to deliver a smooth professionally painted surface. All offices, conference rooms, doors, door frames and window frames will be painted before the existing flooring is replaced. The color selection for the walls, doors and door/window frames shall be picked by the site Research Leader. New vinyl cove base will be installed in all offices, conference rooms, and hallways where floor replacement is performed. All door frames and window frames will be painted in a complimentary color of the new cove base.

Site Visit: Quoters are encouraged to visit the site and be escorted by a government representative to confirm locations, dimensions, and conditions of the project before a quote is submitted. The site visit shall be for the purpose of 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 quote.

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

Utilization of Bio-Based Products: The contractor shall utilize products and material based from bio-based materials as applicable, (e.g. bio-based greases; bio-based hydraulic fluids, bio-based absorbents), to the maximum extent possible without jeopardizing the intended end use of detracting from the overall quality delivered to the end user. All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to the applicable Federal Specifications and Standards. All supplies and materials to be used in the performance of work described herein are subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer

Representative (COR). Products can be found at: www.biopreferred.gov

Safety: The contractor will submit a Site Safety Specific Plan/Accident Prevention Plan in industry recognizable format to the Contracting Officer within 14 days of contract award. Contractor shall furnish a Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) and the Government shall review the SSSP prior to the start any construction activities. SSSP shall be in typically accepted industry format.

Base Item: Contractor shall remove all flooring down to sub-flooring, abate all associated asbestos, paint all walls, doors, door frames, window frames, install new cove base and install new flooring system per the Project Objectives above. It is believed that the existing flooring is a composite of tile overlaid with linoleum. Existing tile and mastic are believed to be asbestos containing materials. The original tile is shown in figure 4. The Contractor shall follow all local, state and federal laws for asbestos abatement. The Contractor is responsible for any permits related to the project. The Contractor shall transport and dispose of any material containing contaminants regulated by federal, state, or local regulation in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Contractor Responsibility:

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

1. Contractor will verify all dimensions and existing site conditions prior to beginning work.

2. Contractor shall keep work area clean daily and take measures to control debris while work is being performed.

3. 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.

4. Contractor will provide daily reports of work performed to the COR.

5. Contractor shall remove and dispose of all construction related materials from all work areas daily and remove these waste materials from the site on a weekly basis.

6. 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.

7. Contractor must always have a superintendent on the job when working on this project.

8. Contactor will provide their own restroom facility.

http://www.biopreferred.gov/

Material / Submittals:

The material for the entire work shall include but are not limited to those detailed above necessary to successfully complete the project and deliver a functioning system as required. Submittals on all material, including shop drawings and specifications, used on this project shall be submitted to the EPM and Contracting Specialist as noted in this document. Electronic submittals are acceptable otherwise three written submittals are required.

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 always be responsible for protecting his work 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.

Damage to Property:

Any damage to the Government buildings, utilities, etc. caused as the result of the contractor’s activities shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Government.

Inspection and Acceptance:

A government representative shall inspect and approve the work performed on this project. The

Contractor shall schedule inspection a minimum of 10 days in advance, in writing, to the Contracting

Officer.

Project Schedule:

The completion of this project shall not exceed 150 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. with the exception of Government holidays. Any changes to work schedule shall be submitted to Contacting Officer for written approval prior to schedule change.

Project Contacts

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (AO)

Darren Middleton Tel. No.: (662) 232- 2909 598 McElroy Drive, Oxford, MS 38655 Email: darren.middleton@usda.gov

ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER (EPM)

Kevin Magee, PE USDA, ARS SEA Facilities Engineering 141 Experiment Station Road Stoneville, MS 38776 Cell: (662) 336-0712 Kevin.Magee@usda.gov

LAB DIRECTOR

Dr. Martin Locke Tel. No.: (662) 232-2908 589 McElroy Drive Oxford, MS 38655 Email: martin.locke@usda.gov

CONTRACTING OFFICER

Nicholas Langley USDA, ARS, Southeast Area Administrative Office Acquisitions, Personal Property & Fleet Management 2775 F&B Road College Station, TX 77845 Email: Nicholas.Langley@usda.gov mailto:darren.middleton@usda.gov mailto:Kevin.Magee@usda.gov mailto:martin.locke@usda.gov mailto:Nicholas.Langley@usda.gov

Figure 1. Floors

Figure 2 New Flooring

Figure 3. Painting Walls

Figure 4 Original Tile

Figure 5 Existing Flooring

Figure 6 Existing Flooring