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This document outlines requirements for a multiple award task order contract to provide radon mitigation services at various facilities in Japan for the Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces. The contractor shall survey sites, design radon mitigation systems, install systems to reduce radon levels below 4.0 pico-Curies per liter, and conduct post-installation testing at military family housing, non-family housing buildings, and recreation centers. Services include planning, repairs, installations, electrical work, restoration, abatement of asbestos and lead-based paint, testing, and disposal. Installations shall be completed within six months for systems reducing radon levels or providing ventilation. The contractor must have qualified project engineers and follow all applicable safety and design standards.
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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS SECTION 01 11 00
GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS
PART 1 - GENERAL
PART 1 GENERAL
This section applies to all divisions of these specifications except as specified otherwise in each individual division.
The work shall result in indoor radon levels below 4.0 pico-Curies per liter (pCi/l) but is not required to post mitigation if the radon levels don not result below 4.0 pico-Curies per liter (pCi/l).
1.1 REFERENCES: Publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. Publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME):
ASME BPVC IX-2007; Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code; Section IX, Addenda 2008 Welding and Brazing
Qualifications JAPANESE INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS (JIS):
JIS Z 3801-1997 Standard Qualification Procedure for Manual Welding Technique
CONTRACT HANDLING REGULATIONS OF THE PRIME MINISTER'S OFFICE OF
THE
GOVERNMENT OF JAPAN (Paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article 4)
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)
EM 385-1-1-2008 Safety and Health Requirement
Manual 733D AIR MOBILITY SQUADRON (AMS)
Passenger Terminal Facility AMC Passenger Terminal Guide Design Guide
SCOPE OF WORK: The contractor shall provide all plan, design, management, labor, materials, equipment, logistics to include supplies, transportation and performing all work necessary repair /upgrade or installing new radon mitigation systems (sub-slab suction or depressurization or positive pressure ventilation) on Military Family Housing (MFH), and non-MFH buildings, located on Kadena Air Base, US Marine Corps Bases, and Okuma Recreation Center, Okinawa, Japan.
1. All CLINS to include installations, services, logistics, supplies and materials.
2. Per Task Order or Delivery Order (TO) minimum requirements (installations or services)
a. MFH – 25 units
b. O&M – 2 building
c. Radon Testing (ALPHA TRACK) long term testing over 91 days – 25 units +
A. Work includes but is not limited to pre-installation inspection, gathering of relevant site data, and review of existing drawings and radon sampling data. Determine size, location, and configuration of radon mitigation systems to continuously maintain radon levels under 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) for the housing unit.
B. Place of Performance for Air Force: Delivery orders shall perform in these areas: Air Force Installation: Kadena Air Base, l8MUNS Area and Okuma Rec Center. In addition, this contract covers the following MFH Areas outside of Kadena Air Base: Chibana, Camp Shields, Camp Lester, Camp Foster (Futenma, Chatan, Sada, and Kishaba Terrace and Plaza) Camp Kinser, and Camp Courtney (include McT).
C. INSTALLATION: New system shall be completed using active soil depressurization (ASD) techniques and employ sub-slab depressurization (SSD) methods. All installed exterior hardware and components shall be corrosion resistant suitable for coastal marine environments. Provide electrical wire from new suction fan to existing circuit breaker panel board. New interior conduit shall run above ceiling as much as possible.
D. ASBESTOS AND LEAD BASED PAINT (LBP) SAMPLING RESULTS: Applying 40 CFR §
763.83 Homogeneous methodology (similar construction year, unit type/model, surface material, thermal system or miscellaneous material that is uniform in color and texture).
E. RESTORATION: The Contractor shall restore all excavated and damaged areas to same as existing adjacent surface.
F. POST TESTING: Following the installation of radon mitigation systems, perform radon tests in each unit in accordance with EPA Guidance (EPA 402-R-93-003). The radon test shall be a continuous monitoring system which will measure the radon levels over a minimum period of 91 days.
G. NO POST MITIGATION: Additional mitigation work following the Post Testing is not required on this contract.
H. Preparation of Final Report: Upon completion of the installation work, the Contractor shall provide a final report summarizing all field activities including conclusions and recommendations. In addition, the Contractor shall provide (either as an appendix to the final report or a separate report) operations, maintenance, and warranty information on installed systems. Include detailed photos of pre-existing conditions, work performed, and final conditions. Photos shall include unit numbers and written descriptions, as necessary.
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The work consists of the following elements. All replacement work is in kind.
1.3.1 General:
a. Install radon mitigation system, housing units (single story).
b. Install radon mitigation system, housing units (two story).
c. Install radon mitigation system, housing tower (first or 2nd floor).
d. Install radon mitigation system, O&M facilities.
e. Unit with crawl space – mitigation technique shall be either sub-slab suction or depressurization or positive pressure ventilation.
f. Unit without crawl space or slab-on-grade or foundation shall use sub-slab suction or depressurization method.
g. New mitigation system should be installed and operational within 6 months.
h. Contractor shall use the best management practice to successful reduce radon.
1.3.2 Architectural:
a. Remove and replace patio floor tile and/or ceiling, as necessary.
b. Repair and patchwork to match existing adjacent finishes.
c. Paint the 4” Ø PVC radon exhaust pipe, cover and other accessories with the matching exterior paint color (fans are 4”, 6” and 8”, they will be connected to coupling to reduce to 4”).
1.3.3 Civil:
a. Excavation, removal, disposal, and back fill of soil.
b. Provide aggregate.
c. Remove and replace sodding including topsoil for damaged surface.
d. Drilling the core at exterior concrete wall under floor slab to provide 4” Ø PVC radon exhaust pipe and seal around the PVC pipe.
e. Restore the site.
1.3.4 Electrical:
a. Provide electrical power for exhaust fan. The interior conduit shall run above ceiling as much as possible.
b. Interior exposed conduit shall be metal wire mold and exterior exposed conduit shall be rigid steel galvanize (thick wall).
c. Provide a circuit breaker 1P, 125V, 20A with enclosure by the existing circuit breaker panel for power supply of new exhaust fan. Install additional circuit breaker as required.
d. Assume approximate distance from new exhaust fan to existing circuit breaker panel for 2 Story unit: 32m (Assume 29m of conduits run above ceiling).
e. Conduct insulation resistance test for all new electrical wires and submit test result.
f. Minimum resistance shall be 250,000 ohms.
g. Install a radon monitor system such as Mano-tube.
• Weatherproof cover from inclement weather.
• Cooper pipe to connect the U-tube manometer.
1.3.5 Mechanical:
a. Install radon fans sufficient to support the unit square footage as required:
• Small (RP-145) or equivalent size
• Medium (RP-265) or equivalent size
• Large (GP-510) or equivalent size
b. Provide 4” Ø PVC radon exhaust pipe, fittings, and pipe support from the radon suction pit under the floor slab to above the roof.
c. Install/drill brackets for radon exhaust/vent pipe:
• Single Story - drill four 2 holes bracket each
• Two story - drill six 2 holes bracket each
• Tower drill six 2 holes bracket each (the vent on towers must be separated at least 3 meters from any opening of the building)
d. Provide weatherproof type radon exhaust fan with radon system monitor and all associated accessories. Provide corrosion-proof protective cover for fan with paint to match existing exterior wall.
e. Provide rain cap with bird screen for radon exhaust outlet pipe.
f. Install 4” Ø PVC inlet and outlet vent lines into the crawl space (underneath the house).
• When building concrete manholes are present/available. Contractor shall cut a 4” Ø hole from each end, (2/building).
• The height of inlet & outlet vent line is 18” connect to 180-degree elbow with steel net.
• The depth is 12” to 18” deep with 90-degree elbow connected to 3’ to 4’ foot line into crawl space.
• Bracket for vents - drill four 2 holes bracket each
13.6 Fire Protection System: N/A
1.3.7 Asbestos & LBP
a. Government will provide ACM & LBP sampling test result when available.
b. Contractor maybe request to sample and test as required and requested by government.
c. Asbestos & LBP Abatement: As required to include disposal of the hazardous waste.
1.3.8 Post-Installation Radon Testing Requirement:
a. Test radon levels in each dwelling unit after each new installation or repair/upgrade of existing mitigation system and record time and date for each unit.
b. Post-installation testing should begin no sooner than 24 hours nor later than 30 days after installation.
c. Radon tests shall follow EPA guidelines and shall be continuously monitoring utilizing Alpha Track devices (long term detectors) and are set out for a minimum of 91 days. One detector shall be installed per 186 square meters or 2,000 square feet.
d. Detectors should be placed in the lowest level of the facility which contains a room that is used regularly (used at least 4 hours or more) (e.g., living room).
e. Detectors should not be placed in a room or wall that has any type of exhaust or ventilation nearby (e.g., kitchen, bathroom).
f. Detectors should be placed where it will not be disturbed during the measurement period and where there is adequate room/space for the detector.
g. Detectors should not be placed near drafts caused by heating, ventilating, and air conditioning vents, doors, fans, and windows. Locations near heat such as appliances or direct sunlight, and high humidity areas should be avoided.
h. Because some detectors are sensitive to increased air motion, fans should not be operated in the test area.
i. Measurement location should not be within 3 ft (90 cm) of the doors and windows or other potential openings to the outdoors.
j. The detector should be placed at least 20 in (50 cm) from the floor, and at least 4 in (10 cm) from other objects. On walls, place at the breathing zone height which is approximately 5 to 6 feet (1.6 m to 1.8 m).
k. Ensure date and time of install and retrieval are recorded for each detector.
l. Ensure detectors are re-sealed using a re-sealable bag inside the home.
m. Provide & install additional 10% (round off to lowest number) for missing or lost or designate radon test device (Alpha Track).
n. Submit results of radon tests to the government.
1.3.9 Lightning Protection System: N/A
1.3 PROJECT ENGINEER QUALIFICATIONS: The Contractor shall appoint a skilled Licensed Construction Engineer or Architectural Engineer, in accordance with paragraphs 1 and 2 of Article 4, Contract Handling Regulations of the Prime Minister's Office of the Government of Japan, as the Project Engineer for this contract. A First Grade Construction Engineer or Architectural Engineer is required if the value of this contract is equal to or greater than $1 million or Yen equivalent, or the total value of all contracts the Contractor has through 18 CONS/LGCC is $3 million or Yen equivalent. A Second Grade Construction Engineer or Architectural Engineer is acceptable if the value of this contract is below $1 million or Yen equivalent, or the total value of all contracts the Contractor has through 18 CONS/LGC is less than $3 million or Yen equivalent. Competent Person is required for asbestos work, specified in specification section 02 82 14.00 10 and for lead base paint work is specified in section 02 82 33. 20.
• Architect with professional registration or 1st Class Kenchikushi and 5 years’ experience.
• Mechanical Engineer with professional registration or 1st Class Setubi Sekkei Kenchikushi and 5 years’ experience.
• Environmental Technician with certificate from the National Radon Proficiency Program and 5 years’ experience.
• Electrical Engineer with professional registration or 1st Class Setubi Sekkei Kenchikushi and 5 years’ experience.
• The Task Order (T.O) will specify additional qualifications as required.
1.4 PROJECT SCHEDULE AND TIME CONSTRAINTS: will be listed in Task Order (T.O) to include Period of Performance (PoP).
1.5 DESIGN REQUIREMENT AND SCHEDULE:
A. Designer certification requirement for design engineers: The minimum requirement of design engineers is indicated in the qualification below. Design professionals shall have current registration to practice in the United States or Japan. Approval shall be indicated on all documents by having the professional signature or stamp/seal of the architect or civil engineer with personal signature over same appearing on all sheets as applicable to their specialties, see section 1. 4 additional details.
B. Each Task Order (T.O) the government will provide the following:
1. Map and locations
2. As-Built Drawings and floor plans if available
3. ACM & LBP sampling/test results if available
4. For Other Data or information contact Using Agencies and PM for support.
C. All design and construction work shall comply with the applicable specifications, standards, and codes listed below. The specifications shall be prepared using the most current Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS). All work performed by the Contractor and subcontractors shall be accomplished in strict accordance with the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC). Any review by the Government of technical items shall not be construed to relieve the Contractor of responsibility for technically correct and complete documents in compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, and the intent of this SOW. The Government shall not be responsible for any additional costs which could have been avoided through an appropriate contractor’s design.
D. Contractor to submit documents as specified by the Section 01 01 00 Summary of Work of Division Part 1-General Requirements and Section 01 10 00 Design after Award of Division Part 1-General Requirements, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) standards UFC 1-300-07A, 1 Mar 05 or most current, Design Build Technical Requirements and UFC 1-300-09N, 25 May 05 or most current, Design Procedures.
E. The project design shall conform to the most current following criteria and reference as applicable:
Unified Master Reference List https://www.wbdg.org/ccb/DOD/UMRL/UMRL.pdf Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS): http://wbdg.org/ccb/browse_org.php?o=70 Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC): http://wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?o=29&c=4 Air Force Engineering Technical Letters (ETL’s):
http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?o=33&c=125
International Building Code (IBC) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) The National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) National Radon Proficiency Program The National Radon Safety Board (NRSB) AFI 48-148, Ionizing Radiation Protection IOH-SD-BR-SR-2005-0004, Bioenvironmental Engineer’s Guide to Ionizing Radiation USAF OEF OEHL-87-132RZ0111KRD, The Bioenvironmental Engineer’s Primer to the Air Force Radon Assessment and Mitigation Program (RAMP) EPA 402-R-93-003, Protocols for Radon Measurement in Homes EPA 402-R-92-004, Indoor Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Device Protocols EPA 402-R-93-078, Radon Mitigation Standards EPA 625-R-93-011, Radon Reduction Techniques for Existing Detached Houses ASTM E 2121-12, Standard Practice for Installing Radon Mitigation Systems in Existing Low- Rise Residential Buildings, current version UFC 3-800-10N, Environmental Engineering for Facility Construction Final UFC 3-101-01, Architecture, https://www.wbdg.org/ccb/DOD/UMRL/UMRL.pdf http://wbdg.org/ccb/browse_org.php?o=70 http://wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?o=29&c=4 http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?o=33&c=125
UFGS 31 21 13 Radon Mitigation UFGS 02 82 13 Asbestos (JEGS) National Electrical Code (NEC) Hand Book UFC 3-501-01 Electrical Engineering UFC 3-520-01 Interior Electrical Systems UFC 4-711-01 Family Housing Air Force Housing Guide Air Force Instructions (AFI) Japan Environmental Governing Standards (JEGS) Kadena Design Guide
F. Project design will be coordinated with the 18CONS/PKC, Using Agency, AFIMSC DET 2, OL-B and other agencies involved in project reviews.
G. The design for this project shall provide for the completion of the work identified on this Statement of Work (SOW). All design work shall be in accordance with the most current applicable criteria. Any review by the Government of technical items shall not be construed to relieve the Contractor of responsibility for technically correct and complete documents in compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, and the intent of this SOW. Government shall not be responsible for any additional costs which could have been avoided through an appropriate contractor’s design.
H. Actual Field Investigation: Actual investigation by the Contractor must be conducted for 95% design. A joint site visit with Government Agencies (AFIMSC DET 2, OL-B and the Using Agency) prior to submittal of approved scheme for confirmation of work tasks required shall be accomplished. The Contractor shall determine how the project can best be accomplished.
The Contractor shall perform environmental archaeological monitoring in accordance with 718 CES Environmental requirements.
I. Every effort shall be exerted to develop a 95% design within the project criteria and instructions so that the project may be executed within the target cost. The design of this project shall be the most economical with necessary consideration being given to the most efficient utilization of all materials consistent with the design criteria.
J. Documents Required at 95%: The documents that shall be submitted are as follow:
1. Specifications
2. Project Drawings
3. Environmental Analysis – If required
4. Project documents.
a. Schedule of Material Submittals (AF Form 66)
b. Progress Schedule and Phasing Plan
L. Detailed design analysis/calculations shall be included with the 95% design submittal.
Project documents and drawings to be submitted for each design stage are as follows:
Submittal Design Stage 35% 35%
Rev 65% 65%
Rev 95% 95%
Rev Set
1 B1 Drawings (full size)
2 B2 Drawings (half size)
3 Specifications
4 Annotated Design Review Comments
5 Design Analysis/Calculati ons
6 CD-R (all contract documents)
7 Draft DD Form 1354
8 AF Form 3064 Progress Schedule
9 ACM/LBP Reports
10 Environmental Protection Plan
L. As-built drawings will be provided to the Contractor for reference in their present form. The Government bears no responsibility for the accuracy of these drawings. Actual field investigation and survey of the facility must be conducted by the Contractor to ascertain existing conditions before start of design.
M. Civil, Architectural and Structural will be stamped, certified, dated and signed by appropriately licensed Architects and Engineers. Proper credentials shall be included prior, for approval. Construction documents shall be stamped, signed, and dated (in ink) prior to construction and upon completion of the project.
N. Drawing Units and Scale: All drawings shall be in English unit with a Metric System (SI) conversion or vice versa. A generic graphic scale shall be provided at the bottom right of the drawing sheet and separately for each drawing sections that requires different scale.
O. As-built drawings will be provided to the contractor for reference in their present form when available. The government bears no responsibility for the accuracy of these drawings.
P. The Contractor shall attend joint review meetings of the project upon notification. The contractor shall submit minutes of any meetings held related to this project to the Contracting Officer and Using Agencies not later than seven (7) working days after the event.
1.6 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS:
A. Weather Delays (severe weather conditions which prevent or inhibit performance of the Work): Within 48 hours of an affected (weather delay), contractor will provide written request for contract extension for the number of days to 18 CONS/PKC.
B. During project activities, the contractor will be responsible for ensuring work plan compliance, and construction quality, complying with Base procedures regarding security, Base Access, and Safety; and ensuring safe work practices are employed.
C. Government will provide access to utilities such as water and power wherever possible. If utilities are not available or accessible. It is the responsibility of the contractor.
D. Construction Project Signs: N/A
E. Storage of Material, Latrines and/or Field Office: N/A
F. Cleanup: The Contractor shall always keep the work area, including storage areas, free from accumulations of waste materials. Before completing the work, the Contractor shall remove from the work and premises any rubbish, tools, scaffolding, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government. Upon completing the work, the Contractor shall leave the work area in a clean, neat, and orderly condition satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.
G. AF Form 66 and AF Form 3000—Contractor shall be responsible to edit these submittal forms in accordance with actual requirements and schedule of the project and shall be submitted for government approval.
1.7 DEFINITIONS: The term "United States" will appear before the word "Government" whenever the later word appears in this contract, except where the word "Government" refers to a different named Government. The term “COR” appearing in this contract refers to the Contracting Officer’s Representative.
1.8 WORKMANSHIP:
A. Materials shall be installed in accordance with the approved recommendations of the manufacturer. The installation shall be accomplished by workmen skilled in this type of work.
B. Sufficient precautions shall be taken during the construction to protect all personnel from injury and to prevent damage of the U.S. Government owned materials and equipment. The Contractor damaged U.S. Government properties caused by this project shall be replaced with new materials or equipment without additional cost to the Government. The work shall proceed in such a manner as to minimize the spread of dust and flying particles. Contractor shall be liable for damage to privately owned property caused by contractor negligence or misconduct. Repair disturbed area during the execution of the project to it original condition at no cost to government.
C. Demolition and Salvage (Non-asbestos and lead based paint materials): Materials to be removed shall be removed carefully so as not to damage material which is to remain. Sufficient safety precautions shall be taken to protect all personnel from injury. All items to be removed, except items for Government salvage, shall be disposed of off base by the Contractor in an approved dumping area in accordance with the local law at no additional cost to the U.S.
Government. Contractor shall restore all damaged surfaces and openings as a result of the work under this contract to match new and/or existing adjacent surfaces. See section 02 82 14.00 10 and 02 82 33.13 20 for asbestos and lead based paint removal work.
1.9 DELIVERY AND STORAGE: Equipment and materials shall be properly stored and adequately protected and carefully handled to prevent damage before and during installation. Equipment and materials shall be handled, stored, and protected in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and as approved by the Contracting Officer. Damaged or defective materials and equipment shall be replaced with new materials and equipment at no cost to the US Government.
1.10 STANDARD PRODUCTS: Materials and equipment shall be essentially the standard cataloged products of manufacturers regularly engaged in production design that complies with the specification requirements. Materials and equipment shall essentially duplicate items that have been in satisfactory commercial or industrial use at least two years prior to receipt of proposals. Where two or more units of the same type and class are required, these units shall be products of a single manufacturer.
1.11 MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS: Where installation procedures or any part thereof are required to be in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed copies of these recommendations shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer prior to installation. Installation of the item will not be allowed to proceed until the recommendations are received and approved by the Contracting Officer. Failure to furnish these recommendations can be cause for rejection of the material.
1.12 WELDING:
A. Welding shall be in accordance with qualified procedures using performance-qualified welders and welding operators. Procedures and welders shall be qualified in accordance with JIS Z 3801-1997 (Standard Qualification Procedure for Welding Technique) or American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) ASME BPVC SEC IX -2010 (Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code; Section IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications). The Contractor shall obtain a permit (AF592) from the Base Fire Prevention Section prior to conducting any type of welding or soldering or whenever the use of open flame is necessary during contraction.
B. The Contracting Officer shall be furnished with a copy of qualified procedures and a list of names and identification symbols of qualified welders and welding operators. The welder or welding operator shall apply his assigned symbol near each weld he makes as a permanent record.
1.13 SUBMITTALS:
A. See Attachment 2, AF Form 66 for the list of material submittal requirements. Contractor shall submit these material submittals to the Contracting Officer for approval not later than the date specified in submission due date block of AF 66. The time required for the Government review of each submittal is 14 calendar days after receipt of the submittal. Details of submittal requirements will be found within the individual sections. All submittals shall be in English or provided with English translation.
B. Related material submittals shall be turned-in for approval at the same time.
C. Accurate Abatement Plans: The contractor shall submit the statement regarding the accurate abatement plan for each delivery order prior to work.
1.14 INTERPRETER: The Contractor shall have an English-speaking representative on the job site at all times during the performance of work under this contract. Failure to provide such representative could result in the Contractor's work being stopped (at his/her expense) until such time as one is provided.
1.15 TROPICAL CYCLONE CONDITIONS OF READINESS (TCCOR): In order to protect U.S.
Government property, the following actions will be taken upon declaration of Tropical Cyclone conditions and/or high wind warnings.
A. Tropical Cyclone Condition 3: When Condition 3 is declared, the Contractor will perform general cleanup which will exceed the requirements contained in contract clause FAR 52.236-12 (APR 1984) entitled Cleaning Up. All loose debris, waste and excess Contractor owned supplies, materials and equipment will be removed from U.S. Government facilities and disposed of off base in accordance with local prefecture and Japanese laws at Contractor's expense. Work may continue provided effective and adequate cleanup has been accomplished.
B. Tropical Cyclone Condition 2: When Condition 2 is declared, all exterior work will cease immediately, and interior work will be continued until Condition 1C is given. The Contractor will take the necessary action listed below to secure the job site against damages which may result from anticipated weather conditions. The Contractor may be called at any time to complete tropical typhoon preparation; therefore, he will provide emergency telephone numbers and/or addresses where at least three (3) officials of the company may be reached and notified that immediate typhoon preparation is necessary.
1. General Area Clean Up: Clean up and disposal of loose debris and waste will continue as directed by Paragraph A above.
2. Usable Lumber: Usable lumber will be taken inside of a building and tied by heavy wire, cable or rope. This lumber may be securely tied together and anchored to the ground if there is no room inside a building or no building available.
3. Barrels: All remaining barrels will be placed within the construction building when available. When a building is not available, barrels will be tied together and securely staked to the ground or filled with sand or gravel.
4. Contractor Field Office: All Contractor field offices, if any, will be either (i) removed from the military installation or (ii) securely anchored by heavy cable as approved by the Base Civil Engineering services.
5. Concrete Forms, Form Supports, and Accessory Materials: All concrete forms, form supports, and accessory materials required for future construction will be tied together into bundles with heavy wire, cable, or rope will be placed within the construction building or structures where available and practical.
6. Sand and Aggregate: All piles of sand or aggregate on or near the flight line will be completely covered by either a tarpaulin weighted with building blocks or other methods approved by the Base Civil Engineering representative.
7. Contractor Equipment: All medium size equipment will be removed or placed close to a building or placed inside a building. Equipment placed close to a building will be secured with blocks or anchored with cable or both. Items of small equipment will be moved inside a building and secured or moved off U.S. Government facilities.
C. Tropical Cyclone Condition 1: When Condition 1 is declared without the normal progression through Condition 3 and/or 2, the Contractor will take actions listed in Paragraph 1 through 7 above. These actions will commence immediately upon declaration of Condition 1. The
Contractor will be notified either at the job site or at the emergency phone number and/or addresses when tropical typhoon preparation is required in accordance with this paragraph.
D. High Wind Warning: When wind gusts of 30 knots per hour or greater are forecasted, the Contractor may be required to accomplish general area clean up in accordance with Paragraph 1 above; to bundle and securely tie or securely cover and weight small wooden items, to remove and secure wooden barricades and to remove loose materials from roofs and other high unprotected areas.
E. Salvageable Material: Salvageable material may not be taken to Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office after a tropical cyclone condition 3 is declared. The Contractor will be responsible for tropical typhoon preparation of such material.
F. Contractor's Representative: The Contractor's representative will not leave the job site after notification under Paragraphs B, C and D above until the area has been inspected and cleared by a Base Civil Engineering representative. The Contractor may request an inspection by calling Chief, Team CENMA, and telephone number 634-1147 for Air Force projects. For Army projects, Army Inspector’s telephone number is 644-4972.
G. The Contractor shall provide to the Contracting Officer the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three individuals (who speak English) who can be contacted during typhoon emergencies. The individuals named by the Contractor shall be responsible for monitoring the various forms of communications (i.e., local and AFN radio and television stations) during the typhoon season. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring these individuals are available during and after duty hours - include weekends.
H. If the Government must perform typhoon preparation of a construction site or field office, due to the non-availability of the designated individuals, the Contractor may be held liable for all cost associated with performing said work. In addition, Contractor waives all claims to damage or loss that arise from Government's actions.
1.16 JAPANESE ROAD LAWS: The following Japanese Road Laws, Article Number 43 and 43-2, will be strictly complied with the Contractor on U.S. Military installations, Okinawa, Japan.
A. Article 43 - The Road Law Japan (Prohibitive acts relative to roads)
B. No person shall commit the following described acts:
1. Damaging the road, causing roads to be littered with debris, polluting the roads with debris or fallout from motor vehicles or otherwise defacing roads unreasonably or without the due cause.
2. Article 43-2 (Measures to be taken to prevent cargo or things loaded on motor vehicles from falling out).
3. The agency managing a road, may, when there is reasonable cause for him to feel that things or cargo being carried, on a motor vehicle may fall out and damage, pollute or otherwise deface the road in which manner as to hinder or obstruct traffic, order the operator of the vehicle in question to take steps or measures necessary to prevent occurrence of such hindrance by stopping operation of the vehicle or corrective the method of loading or the method of traveling or operation of the vehicle.
1.17 AVAILABILITY OF BUILDING/FACILITY: The building/facility to be worked on will be occupied or unoccupied during the construction period. The primary construction areas under this contract will be unoccupied and made available to the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide safe access at all times for building/facility occupants on exit hallways which require joint use. The Contractor shall provide temporary utility connections of occupied areas in the event disruption of utilities will exceed 2 hours. Damage to Government and/or personal property by the Contractor shall be repaired or replaced at the Contractor’s expense.
1.18 BARRICADES:
A. Contractor shall provide approved barriers to prevent dust from going into other areas.
Where necessary, the Contractor shall utilize vacuum equipment during his work to minimize dirt emission. The Contractor shall provide, if necessary, temporary partitions to prevent spread of dust in adjacent areas. If partition is required, build an acceptable wood or metal framing and apply 3/8” minimum thickness sheathing. The COR shall determine if partition is required.
B. Contractor shall provide barrier/signs to keep unauthorized persons from entering working area.
C. If barricades/fences are required, Contractor shall ensure that the barricade/fence are free of peeling or flaking/deteriorated paint. Barricades/fences shall not be painted or repainted with lead-based paint.
1.19 WORKDAYS AND HOURS: The Contractor shall be allowed to work 0730 to 1800 hours and Monday through Friday and allowed to work 0830 to 1730 hours for Military Family Housing, Monday through Friday, and excluding the following U.S. Legal holidays.
(1) 1 January New Years Day
(2) 3rd Monday of January Martin Luther King's Birthday
(3) 3rd Monday of February President's Day
(4) Last Monday of May Memorial Day
(5) 19 June Juneteenth National Independence Day
(6) 4 July Independence Day
(7) 1st Monday of September Labor Day
(8) 2nd Monday of October Columbus Day
(9) 11 November Veteran's Day
(10) 4th Thursday of November Thanksgiving Day
(11) 25 December Christmas Day
When U.S. Government legal holidays occur on Saturday or Sunday, the preceding Friday or following Monday shall not be considered workdays unless changes in work schedules are approved by the Contracting Officer. Any deviations from the above shall be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer for approval on a case-by-case basis.
No construction will be allowed between two (2) days before and two (2) days after Thanksgiving Day and from 22 December through 4 January of the following year for military family housing projects.
1.20 WORK AREA: The Contractor's personnel are restricted to the area of construction only.
Transiting of areas not in the contract is not permitted except as required in the performance of this contract.
1.21 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: The accident prevention provision of the contract will require compliance with the Corps of Engineer Manual, EM 385-1-1, dated 15 Sep 2008, entitled "Safety and Health Requirements". Construction activities exposed to explosives hazards shall comply with AFMAN 91-201 and the PACAF and Kadena Supplements. Contact 18 WG/SEW.
1.22 FINAL INSPECTION: Final inspection will be conducted during the period of Monday through Friday between 0800 hours and 1615 hours. The U.S. Government will perform the inspection within 72 hours after (1) written notification by the Contractor to the Contracting Officer or (2) the contract completion date whichever comes first. Final inspection falling due on weekends or U.S. legal holidays will be postponed to the following workday.
1.23 NOTIFICATION BEFORE STARTING ON-SITE WORK: The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer a minimum of fourteen 14 calendar days prior to starting on-site work.
1.24 WORK CLEARANCE REQUEST: The Contractor shall obtain a digging permit (Work clearance) before any excavation and work is started. The form AF IMT 103 (s) and the offices to be contacted will be provided by 718 CES/CEPMD (AF) and the contractor is responsible for obtaining the required coordination. Those areas which are known to contain underground utility lines will be designated as caution areas. The Contractor must exercise extreme caution when accomplishing the required excavation work. Hand excavation is required within 3 feet of existing utility lines. The US Government reserves the right to repair all Contractor damaged utility lines by the Contractor without additional cost to the Government.
1.25 PREPARATION OF MATERIAL APPROVAL SUBMITTALS: The submittals contemplated by the clause, FAR 52.236-5 (APR 1984) herein titled, "Material and Workmanship" shall be accomplished in accordance with instructions pertaining to AF Form 3000, Material Approval Submittal. The Contractor is responsible for the submission of all required submittals, whether or not they are listed on the Materials Submittal list found in the contract specifications.
1.26 PREPARATION OF PROGRESS SCHEDULES AND REPORTS: The reports contemplated by the clause FAR 52.236-15 (APR 1984) herein entitled, "Schedules for Construction Contracts" shall be accomplished on and in accordance with instruction pertaining to AF Form 3064, Contract Progress Schedule and AF Form 3065, Contract Progress Report. The Contract Progress Schedule shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer within fourteen (14) calendar days prior to start of on-site work.
1.27 DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS AT THE SITE: The Contractor shall maintain in good condition at the site one copy of all drawings, specifications addenda, modifications, approved shop drawings and other related documents affecting the work. Drawings and specifications shall be marked to record all changes during construction. These documents shall be made available to the COR during construction and shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer upon completion of the work.
1.28 MATERIALS ON-HAND PRIOR TO STARTING ON-SITE WORK: On-site construction shall not start until such time that sufficient Contractor-furnished materials are on hand so as to afford progress in accordance with the approved Contract Progress Schedule, or as directed by the Contracting Officer.
1.29 USE OF EXPLOSIVES: The use of explosives is not permitted on U.S. Government installations.
1.30 FIRE SAFETY REGULATION: The Contractor shall obtain a permit from the Base Fire Prevention Section prior to conducting any type welding or soldering or whenever the use of open flame is necessary during the construction phase. The Contractor and his employees will be required to adhere to Kadena AB Instruction (KABI) 32-2001, "Fire Prevention and Protection", dated 23 May 2017 or the instruction of the fire department at each base.
1.31 AVAILABILITY OF LATRINE: Latrine is not available in the project area. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing latrines for his personnel. Location of the latrines shall be designated by the COR. Any and all contractor latrines shall be removed from U.S. Government property prior to issuance of final payment. See Attachment 5.
1.32 AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICE: The Government will furnish electricity and water to the Contractor at no cost in accordance with FAR 52.236-14 (APR 1984) entitled "Availability and Use of Utility Services".
1.33 CLEAN-UP AREA: All Contractor-generated debris and rubbish shall be collected daily at the end of the day and deposited at locations designated by the COR.
1.34 DEBRIS AND RUBBISH CONTROL: For removal and transport of debris and rubbish, use only roadway and street designated by the COR. Remove and transport debris and rubbish in a manner so as to prevent spillage on streets or adjacent areas. Contractor shall be responsible for clean-up for any spills on roadways, streets, and other areas. Burning of debris and rubbish on U.S. installations is prohibited. Concrete, masonry, and other materials, other than concrete permitted to remain in place, shall be disposed of outside the limits of Government-controlled land by the Contractor.
1.35 DISPOSAL OF SALVAGEABLE/UNSALVAGEABLE MATERIALS: Materials a n d equipment to be removed will remain the property of the U.S. Government, unless determined to be unsalvageable. The determination of which materials are unsalvageable will be made by the COR.
Daily, unsalvageable materials will be disposed outside U.S. Government installations, at no cost to the U.S. Government, in accordance with Government of Japan, Prefecture of Okinawa, and municipal laws or provisions. Salvageable materials shall be delivered to a warehouse or storage area as specified by the COR at no cost to the U.S. Government.
1.36 DISPOSITION OF EXCESS CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED MATERIALS: The disposition of excess Contractor-furnished United States materials have been exempt from Japanese Customs duties and taxes pursuant to Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) shall be the Contractor’s responsibility. If the U.S. Government and Contractor agree that the Contractor is to retain such excess materials, they shall be reported to the Prefectural Government Customs office authorities for payment of applicable duties and tax fees.
1.37 UTILITIES OUTAGES:
A. The number of utility interruptions in existing system shall be held to a minimum. Outages to facilitate the new connections to the existing system shall be scheduled to take place during the “off peak” period, or during the periods of minimum demand between 0900 and 1500 hours.
B. Maximum utility outage for any one interruption shall not exceed 4 hours per day, unless the need for a longer outage can be fully justified in writing to the Contracting Officer. In the event the Contractor disagrees with the contract documents in the phasing and scheduling of utility interruptions, the Contractor shall submit a written plan for the approval of the COR. Such alternate plans, when approved shall be part of the contract documents. In no event shall utility outages be granted for a period in excess of 8 hours, unless suitable temporary connections, approved by the COR, are provided which satisfy the customer's essential operational needs. Power shall be restored to all affected areas at the end of each working day.
C. Outages of utilities requiring the presence of U.S. Government personnel to turn off and turn on utilities shall be identified and submitted, in writing, to the COR.
1. For multi-facility outages, the request shall be submitted a minimum of 60 to 45 workdays.
2. For single facility outage, the request shall be submitted a minimum of 14 workdays.
D. In the event of an emergency, such as typhoon or military exercise, the COR shall declare such event to the Contractor and the Contractor shall have a period of no more than two (2) hours to return all utility services to normal operation.
E. For proper coordination with existing facilities, Contractor will inform the COR a minimum of 10 days prior to any power interruption. No power outage on Saturdays in MFH nor utility outage until Contractor receives written approval from the Contracting Officer or COR.
F. Contractor shall make use of temporary connections if power cannot be returned to normal by 1500 hours daily. Temporary connections are authorized to restore service interrupted by accident until permanent repairs are made during a normal workday. All temporary connections will be removed upon restoration of normal service. Temporary connections shall be made in a manner that the safety of the personnel in the area of the work or personnel traveling through the area of work are properly safeguarded. Under no circumstance shall a temporary connection be made that is hazardous to the public, Contractor, or Government personnel.
1.38 TRAFFIC CONTROL:
A. Whenever construction activities will interfere with vehicular traffic, the Contractor shall always provide an open lane for vehicular traffic. The Contractor shall provide a flagman when two-way lane is reduced to one lane traffic.
B. The Contractor shall provide, erect, and maintain adequate barriers, warning signs, rubber cones, lights, traffic control guards for night warning signals, and any other essential safety devices for the protection of the general public, at all closures, excavations, detours, and points of danger at all times. If the Contractor fails to provide required traffic and safety measure and they have to be provided by the U.S. Government, the Contractor shall be held liable for all incurred cost. Such cost shall be deducted from the Contract.
1.39 DISCONNECTION OF SERVICES: If it becomes necessary to interrupt the utility service to building or utilities not a part of this contract, prior approval shall be obtained in writing from the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall request such approval fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of when it is needed.
1.40 WARNING SIGNS: Necessary bilingual warning signs will be provided by Contractor and will be used in construction areas. Contractor will protect open excavations with barricades and battery-powered lights at night as warning lights. These lights are to be continuously operated.
Warning signs and battery-powered lights shall be removed only after the affected area has been inspected and accepted as directed by the CO.
1.41 STORAGE OF MATERIAL AND FIELD OFFICE: Storage of materials and field office or assembly area on the base will not be authorized for this contract as sufficient space is not available.
The Contractor should be financially prepared to maintain the materials off base at his own expense.
1.42 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS IN ENGLISH: All documents required under this contract, including but not limited to, safety hazard analysis plans, all correspondence of any nature whatsoever, and all other written communications, documents, drawings, reports, etc., of every description, shall be written in English or translated into English, before being provided to the Government by the Contractor. Delays encountered because a translated copy was not submitted shall be at the Contractor's expense.
1.43 QUALIFICATION STATEMENT: The following information applies to both the specification and drawings. All references to "approve, approval, approved" or "directed" shall be by the Contracting Officer, except where is specifically delegated to the COR in this Section or in writing by the Contracting Officer. Any reference to "shall take a Sample" or "in the presence of" shall be by the COR. All references to "proposal opening" shall be replaced with "the date for receipt of proposals".
1.44 VERIFICATION OF FIELD MEASUREMENTS: Locations of the existing work shown on the drawings are approximate. The Contractor is responsible for verifying the exact locations in the field.
1.45 INTERFERENCE WITH GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS: The Contractor shall establish work procedures and methods to avoid interference with existing operations within or adjacent to the construction area. Free passage into adjoining or adjacent building/areas not in the contract will not be permitted except as approved by the Contracting Officer. Procedures and methods shall also provide for safe conduct of work and protection of property which is to remain undisturbed.
1.46 MANAGING RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS:
A. In all contracts where radioactive materials will be used, such as earthwork using a nuclear densometer paint testing with an XRF, etc., Contractors must obtain approval from the Installation Radiation Safety Officer (IRSO) at least 30 calendar days before bringing the materials to Kadena Air Base, regardless of which agency manages the project. Contractors shall coordinate with 18 AMDS/SGPB prior to drafting documentation for equipment containing RAM to obtain and verify new or additional requirements. The IRSO is the 18th Medical Group's Bioenvironmental Engineer (18 AMDS/SGPB, 634-4752), located at Building 428. The Contractor must submit to the IRSO the following:
1. A brief description of the proposed activities.
2. A copy of a valid U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission or USAF Radioisotope Committee (or DoD sister service equivalent) license or permit. Local national contractors or Japanese Self-Defense Forces must have proof of a valid license or similar approval from the Government of Japan to possess and use radioactive materials.
3. Japanese Contractors will comply with GOJ regulation: The Law Concerning Prevention of Radiation Hazards Due to Radio-Isotopes, etc., Law No. 167, Jun 10, 1957 and subsequent revisions.
4. A copy of NRC Form 241, Report of Proposed Activities in Non-Agreement States, Areas of Exclusive Federal Jurisdiction, or Offshore Waters, or equivalent form or letter, listing the specific licensable items intended for use on Kadena Air Base.
5. The name, local address and telephone number for the responsible local representative and the name, address and telephone number of the RSO named on their license/permit or equivalent.
6. Controls to be implemented to prevent intentional theft or accidental loss of the radioactive material, including physical security measures and method of accountability.
7. A copy of that part of the AF contract describing work to be done at Kadena Air Base and the inclusive dates of the work.
8. An acknowledgment that the IRSO can make periodic checks to ensure that Contractor Personnel…
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