Attachment II - Somerville SOW window replacement.pdf

May 25, 2020

STATEMENT OF WORK

Construction

1.0 CONTRACT PROJECT:

a. Project Number: _________________

b. Project Title: Replace Windows in Main Building at the USDA, ARS, Southern Plains Agricultural Research Center, Somerville, Texas.

c. Asset number: 620220B992

2.0 PROJECT CONTACT PERSONS:

a. CONTRACTING OFFICER (CO):

Kelly Wright

USDA, ARS, PA

1880 Kimball Ave., Ste. 300 Manhattan, KS 66502 Phone: 785-477-9189

Contract Specialist (CS):

Joseph Covarrubio

USDA ARS PA

2775 F&B Road College Station, TX 77845 979-260-9446

b. RESEARCH PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVES (RPR):

Dr. G. Wayne Ivie

USDA, ARS, PA

Southern Plains Agricultural Research Center 2881 F&B Road College Station, Texas 77845

Phone: (979) 260-9372 FAX: (979) 260-9377

c. Location Administrative Officer

Rhonda Korger

USDA, ARS, PA

Southern Plains Agricultural Research Center 2881 F&B Road College Station, Texas 77845 Phone: (979) 260-9372 FAX: (979) 260-9377

d. FACILITY MANAGER:

Mark Buxkemper (LSM, COR)

USDA, ARS, PA

2881 F&B Road

Phone: (979) 260-9262 FAX: (979) 260-9377

e. ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER

Brian Dean

USDA, ARS, PA

Plains Area Office 2150 Centre Ave. Bldg. D, Suite 330 Fort Collins, CO 80526 Phone: (970) 492-7026

f. REAL PROPERTY OFFICER

Real Property Officer Lisa Baete

USDA, ARS, PA

Plains Area Office 2150 Centre Ave. Bldg. D, Suite 300 Fort Collins, CO 80526 Phone: (970) 492-7071

g. SAFETY OFFICER Safety Officer

Dwayne Cordray Plains Area Office 2775 F&B Road

Phone: 979) 260-9480

3.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES:

The Contractor shall provide all professional services necessary for the accomplishment of the contract project and such required services shall be in accordance with requirements as described herein.

a. The Contractor shall provide services for the following tasks marked by an “X”:

[X] Provide and install all material to complete the project as per project requirements.

4.0 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

a. The Contractor shall furnish a cost proposal to provide services to provide and replace the windows in the main building at the Somerville, TX, Pecan Site

b. The contractor will provide a turnkey product to include, but not limited to, all materials as specified and the proper installation of all material. The project is located at the Southern Plains Agricultural Research Center, Pecan Station located at 10200 FM 50, Somerville, TX 77879.

c. The Contractor will coordinate all work with site personnel to ensure the construction has as little impact as possible to the research program.

d. The Contractor’s work shall adhere to the criteria stated within these project requirements, drawings, and specifications. All construction shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local code requirements as well as current industry standards, (ie., UBC, UPC, NFPA, UL, ASTM, ACI, NEC, NEMA, etc.) and health and safety codes, in effect at the time of contract award.

e. Davis Bacon Wage Rates apply to all construction contracts in excess of $2,000. Employee payroll logs for the project will be required to verify wage rates are being adhered to.

f. Projects in excess of $35,000 will require a Bid Bond and a Payment Bond. Obtaining and the cost of these bonds is the responsibility of the Contractor.

g. All work is to be performed during normal business hours.

h. Contractor is required to be registered in the Government’s System Award

Management (SAM) for the quote to be accepted.

i. The Contractor will be required to register in Government’s Invoice

Payment Platform (IPP) and submit invoice electronically for payment.

4.1 Base bid:

a. The Contractor will provide a turnkey project satisfying all Local and State requirements.

b. The Contractor is responsible for visiting the site to properly assess requirement for replacing the windows and frames.

c. The Contractor is responsible for measuring each window. Each window opening is approximately 49” by 37,” see picture at end of document.

Contractor responsible for verifying measurements.

d. The Contractor is responsible for moving and moving back any equipment, shelving, etc. that may be necessary to properly complete the task.

e. The Contractor will replace all windows and frames in the main building (approx. 22). The new windows will be comparable in size to the existing window. Windows frames will be constructed of aluminum or vinyl (or a combination of both) with one-piece windowpane constructions (non-opening), glass will energy efficient double-pane windows with a minimum of ½” air gap between the glass panes. Glass will be annealed and have a low-e coating. Windows will have a 10-year manufacturer’s warranty for all double-pane seals.

f. The contractor will properly seal and caulk all window frames inside and out. All caulking will have a neat and smooth appearance.

g. The Contractor will eliminate (kill) all mold and mildew around the window section.

h. The Contractor will paint as necessary the interior area around the window. All painting will blend smoothly to existing painting to ensure a neat and uniform appearance.

i. The Contractor is responsible for visiting the site prior to submitting a bid to observe existing conditions. No compensation will be provided for conditions that would be visible during an on-site visit for persons experienced performing this type of work.

5.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

5.1 Permits: Where governing regulations and imposed codes and standards require notices, permits, licenses, inspections, tests, and similar items or actions in order to lawfully proceed with the required work, the Contractor shall obtain items and take those actions in accordance with the regulations of the governing authority. The costs of such permits, licenses, inspections, etc., are the obligation of the Contractor.

5.2 Installation: It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to complete work in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and Industry Standards.

Additional procedures and materials may be required than is indicated herein.

If any item specified herein conflicts with the applicable codes and recommendations, the Contractor shall bring it to the attention of the Contracting Officer Representative for immediate resolution.

5.3 Submittals: Provide manufacturer’s descriptive literature/shop drawings for all materials to the LSM\COR for review. The descriptive literature shall be annotated/highlighted to show its conformance with contract requirements.

Submittals are required for windows and glass and will be stamped and/or signed by the general contractor prior to submission to the Government.

Electronic submittal is preferred.

5.4 Quality Control: The work performed under this contract shall be subject to continuous audit by the LSM\COR. Quality control is the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor.

5.5 Protection of Work and Property/Safety Requirements:

a. The Contractor shall protect the work, the site, and all existing property and structures within the limits of the construction activities or that may be affected thereby until acceptance of the work. Any damage to property shall be repaired at the Contractor’s expense, to pre-damaged condition to the satisfaction of the LSM\COR.

b. Safety and health matters, as they relate to the work, are the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall furnish, erect, and maintain barricades, warning lights, signs, guards, or take other precautions as may be required by law or local authorities of the protection and security.

c. Contractor is responsible for verifying location of any underground utility and is responsible for any damaged caused to such utilities.

d. Contractor shall furnish a Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) or Accident Prevention Plan (APP) 10 days after contract award. SSSP/APP shall be approved by the Government before construction work commences.

5.6 Temporary Facilities:

a. Temporary utilities (water and electricity) may be furnished to the Contractor by the Government, if so requested. The Contractor shall maintain and protect all such utilities during the course of construction and shall repair or replace any items damaged through its own negligence.

b. Should the Contractor require any power or utility shutdowns during construction, the Contractor shall obtain approval for such shutdown from the COR three working days prior to the need.

5.7 Materials and Equipment:

a. The material and equipment to be furnished under these contract documents shall be the standard products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such materials and equipment and shall be the manufacturer’s latest standard design.

b. All materials and equipment to be incorporated in the work shall be handled and stored by the manufacturer, fabricator, supplies and Contractor before during and after shipment in a manner to prevent warping, twisting, breaking, chipping, rusting and any injury, theft or damage of any kind to the materials and equipment. All materials and equipment furnished by the Contractor shall be subject to inspection and approval by the CO/COR.

5.8 Cleanup: The construction site shall be kept clean and free of debris at all times. Upon completion of the project, and prior to final inspection, the Contractor shall remove from the premises all unused material, trash, and debris resulting for the work to the satisfaction of the COR.

5.9 Warranty:

a. Submit data concerning the standard one-year warranty for workmanship, including the warranty periods (dates), and warranty contacts with names, addresses and telephone numbers.

b. Extended Equipment/Product Warranties: Obtain and furnish to the Contracting Officer all written warranties for equipment/products that have extended warranties (warranty periods exceeding the standard one-year warranty) furnished under the contract. The warranty period shall begin on the same date as project acceptance and shall continue for the full/product warranty period. The warranties shall be fully executed and delivered to the Contracting Officer prior to final acceptance of the facility.

5.10 Final Payment/Contract Closeout (Payment is net 30 days): The following submittals are REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PAYMENT (other documents may also be required):

a. General contractors one (1) year warranty on work.

b. All warranties from manufacturers covering equipment.

c. O&M manuals for all equipment.

d. Release of liens.

e. Employee payroll\time sheets

f. Invoice

6.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE: The Contract time for this project is 90 calendar days.

Inside of window

Outside view of window (size approx. 49” x 37”)