B08_140P1222R0001_11-28_MATOC_RFP.pdf

Solicitation

Document No.

140P1222R0001

Document Title

Lakewood MABO Construction MATOC

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION A – SOLICITATION, OFFER, & AWARD

SECTION B – PRICE SCHEDULE/MATOC BID SCHEDULE

SECTION C – SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION D – PACKAGING AND MARKING

SECTION E – INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

SECTION F – DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

SECTION H – SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 PROHIBITION OF ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES (ATV)S – OFFICE SUPPORTING REGIONS 6, 7, & 8

H.2 FIRE DANGER SEASON

H.3 EXTENT OF OBLIGATION

H.4 WORK BY THE GOVERNMENT

H.5 COMPLIANCE WITH STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS

H.6 KEY PERSONNEL (WILL BE COMPLETED WITH AWARD)

H.7 UTILITY SERVICES

H.8 GENERIC GENDER TERMINOLOGY

H.9 NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE

H.10 EXPENSES RELATED TO OFFERS

H.11 SPECIAL MATOC CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

PART II – CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I – CONTRACT CLAUSES

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE:

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT:

PART III – LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

SECTION J – LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

PART IV – REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION K – REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS

SECTION L – INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

SECTION M – EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

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PART I – THE SCHEDULE

SECTION A -- SOLICITATION, OFFER, & AWARD

Solicitation, Offer, and Award (SF-1442) - pages 1- 2 of this package

As requirements develop, task orders will be competed among the MATOC awardees. This is not a Requirements contract per FAR 16.503; the Government reserves the right to issue additional solicitations and award additional contracts within the locations covered by this solicitation outside of this MATOC. In accordance with the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act and FAR 16.505(b), the Contracting Officer will provide each awardee a “fair opportunity” to be considered for each order in excess of $2,000, unless one of the conditions outlined MULTIPLE AWARDEES, FAIR OPPORTUNITIES CLAUSE (SPECIAL PROVISION) at FAR 16.505(b) applies.

SECTION B – PRICE SCHEDULE

MATOC BINDING RATES

DIRECT LABOR RATES-MAXIMUM CEILING RATES PRICED PER YEAR

Burdened: Rates shall be burdened with taxes, insurance, and home office overhead; but shall not include job site overhead or profit.

LABOR

DISCIPLINES

UNIT YEAR 1

RATES

YEAR 2

RATES

YEAR 3

RATES

YEAR 4

RATES

YEAR 5

RATES

Construction Superintendent/Foreman

HR

Construction Project Manager HR

MATOC - INDIRECT COSTS

Overhead, General and Administrative (G&A)

PROFIT TABLE

ROM up to - $150k %

ROM $150k - $250k %

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ROM $250k - $500k %

ROM $500k - $1.0M %

ROM >$1.0M %

Yearly Rate 1 will go into effect upon contract award date. The subsequent Yearly Rates 2-5 will go into effect each year on anniversary of contract award for the life of the contract. The contractor shall be responsible to ensure correct pricing is being utilized each year.

The following contract line items for the seed task order shall be incorporated as binding rates for identical future work that meets the description for each line below. Reference the Seed Task Order Statement of Work, Attachment J6, Section 01270, Part 3.1, for a definition of each Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) below Seed Task Order CLIN 1: New compressors This item consists of furnishing new compressors in accordance with all requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications.

Price: Quantity of 2 Unit Price__________________ Total for CLIN 1:___________________

Seed Task Order CLIN 2: Install compressors and relocate existing disconnect This item consists of all labor, equipment and materials necessary to install two new compressors, controls, piping, conduit, conductors, disconnects, and relocating all existing components necessary to install a fully functional system as indicated, in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications.

Price: 1 Lump Sum for CLIN 2__________________________________________________

Seed Task Order CLIN 3: Compressor control panel This item consists of all labor, equipment and materials necessary to install the compressor control panel, conduit, conductors, disconnects, and relocating all existing components necessary to install a fully functional system as indicated, in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications.

Price: 1 EA for CLIN 3__________________________________________________

Seed Task Order CLIN 4: Demo / remove existing air compressor This item consists of all labor, equipment and materials necessary to complete demolition and remove the existing compressor system, piping, conduits, wiring, brackets, etc. as indicated, in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications.

Price: 1 EA for CLIN 4__________________________________________________

Seed Task Order CLIN 5: Valve and Actuator This item consists of the cost to furnish a new valve and actuator in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications.

Price: Quantity of 3 EA Unit Price ______________ Total for CLIN _______________________________________________

Seed Task Order CLIN 6: Remove existing valves / install new This item consists of all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to remove, dispose of, and replace the existing valves and actuators in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications Price: Quantity of 3 EA Unit Price: _________ Total for CLIN 6_____________________

Seed Task Order CLIN 7: 60 Hp soft starts This item consists of all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to install new soft starts on three new pumps, conduit, connectors, and all components necessary to install a fully functional system as indicated, in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications.

Price: Quantity of 3 EA Unit Price: _________ Total for CLIN 7___________

Seed Task Order CLIN 8: Power Supply This item consists of all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to install a power supply for the soft starts, conduits, conductors, and all other components necessary to install a fully functional system, in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications.

Price: Quantity of 3 EA Unit Price_________________ Total for CLIN 8___________

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Seed Task Order CLIN 9: Start up and Training This item consists of all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to commission, troubleshoot, and train water plant personnel in the operation and maintenance for the new soft starts.

Price: 1 Lump Sum for CLIN 9_________________________________________________

Seed Task Order CLIN 10: Replacement Pumps This item consists of the cost to furnish the specified water pumps.

Price: Quantity of 3 EA Unit Price___________ Total for CLIN 10____________

Seed Task Order CLIN 11: Demo / Remove existing pumps This item consists of all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to remove the three existing high service pumps, and appurtenances

Price: Quantity of 3 EA Unit Price ___________ Total for CLIN 11__________

Seed Task Order CLIN 12: Install new pumps This item consists of all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to install three new pumps and base plate, conduits, conductors, and all other components necessary to install a fully functional system, in accordance with all other requirements stated or otherwise implied in the contract documents, drawings and specifications Price: Quantity of 3 EA Unit Price____________ Total for CLIN 12_________

Seed Task Order CLIN 13: Start up and training for new pumps This item consists of all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to commission, troubleshoot, and train water plant personnel in the operation and maintenance for the new the new pumps

Price: 1 Lump Sum for CLIN 13_________________________________________________

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SECTION C – SPECIFICATIONS

Project Locations: All National Parks and Park units in the states of Colorado and Utah; also including Capulin Volcano National Monument in New Mexico and Pipe Springs National Monument in Arizona.

1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE.

a. The purpose of this Multiple-Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) is to provide construction services and for a broad range of building and civil works repair, maintenance, renovation and construction projects, in support of the National Park Service, Regions 6, 7, & 8. As requirements develop, Requests for Quotations/Proposals (RFQ/RFPs) for task orders will be issued on a competitive basis. Task orders could vary in size from $2,000 to $5 million and will be awarded by duly appointed federal Contracting Officers (COs) and administered by contract administrators. Orders will primarily include repair and maintenance construction projects and may also include projects involving a variety of specific trades. Work performed under these contracts will include but not be limited to, the following general project categories: construction, repair and alteration of various buildings, structures and facilities; electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems;

earthwork; concrete and asphalt paving; deconstruction/demolition, roads, levees, impoundments, water control and pump stations, culverts, piers, boardwalks, gazebos, and other work items. Regions 6, 7, & 8, National Park Service (Government) anticipates issuing task orders for the new construction, repair, renovation, improvement, and maintenance of building, structures, civil works and other facilities on National Park Service installations located in the states of Colorado and Utah; also including Capulin Volcano National Monument in New Mexico and Pipe Springs National Monument in Arizona.

b. Types of construction may involve work on new or existing administrative offices, museums, visitor centers, storage and maintenance buildings; roads, pavements, levees, impoundments; drainage, culverts, pumps and water control structures; deconstruction/ demolition; asbestos, lead based paint, and mold remediation and removal; utilities and other miscellaneous infrastructures.

c. Typical work encompasses general construction services, to include but not limited to:

(1) Site Work – Clearing, grubbing, earthwork, culverts, fencing, demolition, drainage and water control structures, dikes, levees, pump stations; fencing

(2) Site Utilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, communications);

(3) Site Improvements (trail, fence, grading, concrete work, landscaping, bike, roadway, signage, striping);

(4) Roadway, Walks and Pavements – gravel, concrete, asphalt, resurfacing;

(5) Marine Construction – bulkheads, boat docks and launching ramps;

(6) Timber Construction - boardwalks, observation decks, pole sheds, kiosks;

(7) Building Improvements – both interior and exterior repair, structural repair, renovation, alteration, expansion, improvement to existing structures;

(8) Asbestos, lead based paint, and mold remediation- normally as a component of a repair, renovation or improvement project;

(9) New Construction - structures and minor buildings;

(10) Historic preservation/restoration of various facilities and structures;

(11) Repair or rehabilitate historic and non-historic structures;

(12) Roofing – shingles, metal, membrane and built-up roofs;

(13) Siding and sheet metal work;

(14) Flooring – ceramic tile, wood, vinyl composition, carpeting, and miscellaneous coverings;

(15) Painting and Wall Coverings;

(16) Doors, Windows, Entrances;

(17) Restrooms, Plumbing, water, wastewater, well and sewage service, distribution and treatment;

(18) Mechanical, Plumbing, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning;

(19) Electrical Wiring, Lighting, Security Controls, electrical and fire code upgrade;

(20) Fire & Safety;

(21) Sustainability (energy efficiency, renewables);

(22) Other miscellaneous construction, renovation, maintenance and improvements not identified above.

Project examples include: renovations of historic and non-historic maintenance shops, visitor centers, fee stations, and other buildings; upgrades to electrical, water and sewer systems and facilities; rehabilitation and installation of fire

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d. All work required for task orders shall be completed in accordance with scope of work, and shall meet local, state, and federal regulations.

e. All work shall be done in strict accordance with the contract documents, industry and regulatory standards and as specified by each individual Task Order. Use of the MATOC will provide the Government with services that can accommodate quick and straight-forward projects, as well as some small but complex projects.

f. Contractor's work and responsibility shall include all contractor planning, programming, administration, and management necessary to provide support for Task Orders awarded. The Contractor shall conduct the work in strict accordance with the contract and all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, codes, or directives. The Contractor shall provide related services such as preparing and submitting required reports, perform administrative work, and submit necessary information as specified under this contract and within each Task Order. The Contractor shall ensure that all work provided meets the scope of work for each Task Order and any special specifications included with the individual Task Order or included in any applicable documents.

g. The Government will provide a detailed scope of work to the Contractor detailing the task to be accomplished.

Depending on the complexity of the project, the detail provided may vary from a general idea of what is required, with no drawings, to substantially completed or complete design documents provided by the Government. The Contractor shall use the information provided by the Government and submit a complete proposal. No Architect/Engineering services as defined in FAR 2.101 will be required by the contractor to submit a complete proposal or after award.

h. The Contractor shall complete all work and services under this contract in accordance with schedules established in each Task Order. Submittal dates will be included in the Task Order. These dates identify when submittals are due in the issuing office and other addresses identified in the Task Order. Types and numbers of submittals and dates and places for review meetings shall be established by each Task Order.

SECTION 01010 - SUMMARY OF WORK

1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Work will be described in each Task Order. When the Government requires work under the MATOC, a Request for Proposal (RFP) will be issued. The RFP will include information concerning the statement of work, guide specifications, drawings, attachments, information pertaining to a site visit, evaluation criteria, and any other requirements for submission (e.g. proposal requirements, bid schedule, etc.).

B. Work hours: Acceptable work days and hours will be established in each individual Task Order. Work shall not occur on weekends or Federal holidays, unless permitted in the specific task order or expressly permitted by the CO and the COR. Contractor shall submit in writing any requests for deviation of the work days and hours established in the task order for approval or denial by the CO and the COR.

C. Public Affairs: The Contractor shall not publicly disclose any data, documents or information generated or reviewed under this contract or task orders. The Contractor shall refer all requests for information concerning information or site conditions to the CO for comment.

1.02 LOCATION AND PRE-PROPOSAL INSPECTION OF WORK SITE

A. Site of Work will be described in each Task Order.

Contractor attendance at pre-proposal site visits is considered vital to preparation of competitive and cost-effective offers, and to understanding the total results desired by the Government. Failure to attend pre-proposal site visits shall not be used as an excuse for omission or miscalculation in offers and may be taken into consideration in determining Contractors eligibility to participate in future Task Orders. The Contractor will not be reimbursed for attendance during negotiations, site visits, or other pre-Task Order award costs.

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The CO reserves the right to make attendance at pre-proposal site visit mandatory for specific Task Orders and to reject offers by contractors who have not attended the pre-proposal site visit.

1.03 APPLICABLE CODES, STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. All work shall comply with codes and standards applicable to each type of work and as listed in individual subdivisions. Unless otherwise specified, work will be in accordance with NPS Standards, International Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Gas Codes, National Electric Code, National Fire Code, Americans with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act accessibility guidelines.

1. Where a conflict occurs between reference documents and the project specifications, the project specifications govern.

2. Where a conflict occurs between reference documents, the document containing the most stringent requirements governs.

3. Where reference documents are not specified by the date, the current document published as of the date set for receipt of proposals applies. (For construction only projects)

4. Materials, applications and tests specified by reference to published standards of a society, association, code or other published standards are included in the Specifications as if written in their entirety.

5. Contractor's Contract Manager: The Contractor's Contract Manager shall oversee task accomplishment, administer all instructions, and answer all questions from the CO pertaining to the tasks during the life of the contract. The Contract Manager shall be responsible for the complete coordination of all work under this contract. The Contract Manager shall be responsible for ensuring adequate internal controls and review procedures are followed in order to eliminate conflicts, errors and omissions and for ensuring that all technical requirements are met.

B. SPECIFICATIONS

CODES and STANDARDS: The site surveys, work plans, remedial actions, equipment startup and testing and/or repair shall conform to the requirements of this contract. The Contractor shall adhere to codes and standards as specified herein and in the individual Task Orders. All codes and standard requirements shall be based on the latest edition of codes applicable at the time the Task Order is issued. All work shall comply with local, state, or Federal/National codes whichever is the most stringent.

C. ASTM SPECIFICATIONS

1. Copies of the "American Society for Testing and Materials" specifications referred to herein may be obtained for a nominal charge by contacting the Society at:

https://www.astm.org/

2. Products and processes included in the Specifications shall conform to the manufacturer's latest published specifications.

3. Upon request of the Contracting Officer (CO)/Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Contractor shall provide a sworn affidavit from the manufacturer certifying that material, products and processes delivered and used on the project meet the specified requirements. Affidavit shall not relieve the Contractor from his responsibility for full compliance with the requirements of the Specifications.

D. SUSTAINABLE BUILDING CONSIDERATIONS AND AFFIRMATIVE PROCUREMENT

1. Executive Order 13693 established energy reduction and environmental requirements in the Federal Government.

Agencies are required to: design and construct sustainable facilities; reduce waste, prevent pollution; acquire and utilize products and services that are energy efficient, water efficient, contain recycled content, environmentally preferable, biobased, non-ozone depleting, and less toxic alternatives. To comply with these regulations the contractor should:

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a. Use the most energy efficient equipment and appliances that are practical.

b. Use Energy Star and Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP)–designated energy efficient products, components, and appliances (www.energystar.gov/products and www.eere.energy.gov/femp) .

c. Use water efficient products that meet criteria for water efficiency and performance (www.epa.gov/watersense.)

d. Use “Environmentally Preferable Products” and “Recycled Content Products” as designated in EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (www.epa.gov/cpg/).

e. Use biobased products that are composed in whole, or in significant part, of biological products or renewable domestic agricultural materials designated by USDA as biobased items (www.usda.gov/biopreferred)

1.04 ABBREVIATIONS

A. Abbreviations used throughout the specifications and the organization or document represented are:

AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ABA Architectural Barriers Act ACI American Concrete Institute ADA Americans with Disabilities Act ALSC American Lumber Standards Committee APA American Plywood Association ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials AWPA American Wood Preservers Association AWPI American Wood Preservers Institute AWS American Welding Society AWWA American Water Works Association CRSI Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute CS Commercial Standards of United States Department of Standards CSI Construction Specifications Institute FS Federal Specifications FTMS Federal Test Method Standard IBC International Building Code IMC International Mechanical Code IPC International Plumbing Code IRC International Residential Code MUTCD Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), Federal Highway Administration NAAMM National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers NBFU National Bureau of Fire Underwriters NBS National Bureau of Standards NCMA National Concrete Masonry Association NEC National Electrical Code NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association NFC National Fire Code NFPA National Fire Protection Association NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System NFoPA National Forest Products Association NRCA National Roofing Contractors Association NRMCA National Ready Mixed Concrete Association OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration PCA Portland Cement Association SMACNA Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association SPI Steel Products Institute SPR Simplified Practice Recommendation SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council UL Underwriters Laboratories

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USAS United States of America Standards WWPA Western Wood Products Association

B. Additional abbreviations will be defined as they appear in the specifications or on drawings.

1.05 ENGINEERING SERVICES

All lines and grade work not presently established at the site shall be laid out by the contractor in accordance with the drawings and specifications. The contractor shall maintain all established lines, boundaries and benchmarks and replace as directed those which are destroyed or disturbed. (Reference FAR Clause 52.236-17, Layout of Work)

1.06 MEANS AND METHODS

A. Means and methods of construction are solely the responsibility of the Contractor and shall be such as the Contractor or his subcontractors may choose; subject, however, to the CO’s/COR’s right to reject means and methods proposed which, in the CO’s/COR’s opinion:

1. Constitute a hazard to the work, persons or property.

2. Will not produce finished work in accordance with terms of the Contract.

3. Are contrary to specified means or methods included in the Contract.

B. The right to reject means and methods of the Contractor or subcontractor shall not be construed or interpreted as acceptance of control of means and methods by the CO/COR.

C. The CO’s/COR’s approval or failure to exercise the right to reject means and methods will not relieve the Contractor of his obligation to complete the work required by the Contract.

D. Total responsibility for control of means and methods lies with the Contractor for all work.

1.07 ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE AND PERMITTING

A. The contractor is responsible for and shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations concerning environmental compliance, permitting, pollution control and abatement, as well as other specified requirements. The contractor is responsible for the work, control and monitoring of their subcontractors to ensure compliance with these and applicable regulatory environmental requirements.

B. PERMITS: The Contractor shall obtain all permits from Federal, State, or local agencies as identified in the specific Task Order. Costs for permits shall be included as part of the contractor's Task Order proposal.

C. Permitting Stormwater Discharges from Federal Facility Construction Projects (part of State’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System)

1. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining and complying with environmental stormwater discharge permit(s) associated with construction activities that disturb one acre or more of land, for smaller projects that are part of a larger, common plan. The contractor will prepare and submit applicable State and local applications/Notices of Intent (NOI), specific Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), pay fees, etc., to the responsible agencies to obtain permit coverage prior to beginning construction. Coordinate NOIs with the station manager.

2. The Contractor has overall responsibility for the preparation, implementation, maintenance, inspection, monitoring, reporting, and compliance with such permits and plans throughout construction to ensure the proper management of stormwater runoff and the effective protection of adjacent streams, lakes, ponds and waterways. The contractor shall not submit a Notice of Termination (NOT) to end his permit coverage until the construction is complete, site is completely stabilized, and final approval is provided by the CO/COR. A copy of Notice of Termination shall be coordinated and provided to the Station Manager prior to submission to permit authority.

3. The Contractor should contact the State or other applicable regulatory agency responsible for environmental

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Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) website on Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activities: http://www.epa.gov/npdes and Construction Industry Compliance Assistance Center website: http://www.cicacenter.org.

D. Dewatering and Temporary Structures

1. Surface and subsurface dewatering work that may be required for construction of structures, foundations, utility installation or earthwork operations is the responsibility of the contractor and shall be conducted in a manner to prevent erosion, sedimentation, or contamination of surface waters, streams, groundwater protected areas using best management practices. Excavated materials shall not be deposited or stored in, or alongside of, watercourses where it can be washed away by high water or storm runoff.

2. Sanitary or other facilities, such as chemical toilets and other sources of potential pollutants, shall be located far enough from wells, streams, ponds or groundwater protected areas to prevent possible pollution or contamination of surface and groundwater.

E. Management of Hazardous Substances

1. The storage and handling of hazardous substances shall meet all regulatory safety, environmental and transportation requirements using best management techniques. Temporary or permanent secondary containment such as double walled tanks, impervious berms, etc., shall be provided for all petroleum products stored in 55 gallon or larger drums, tanks or other containers. Comply with applicable provisions of station’s Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan. Spill kits and booms shall be available near the storage of petroleum products to ensure adequate containment should a release occur.

2. The Contractor shall properly manage, dispose and/or recycle hazardous and universal waste materials such as chemicals, petroleum products, paints, solvents, batteries, fluorescent bulbs and ballast, etc., by storing, handling and transporting the material in suitable containers to a State approved disposal or recycling facility.

F. Waste Management and Reduction Plan

1. The contractor shall be responsible for collecting, segregating, and disposing all construction waste and debris. Develop and implement an appropriate Waste Management Plan to minimize waste. Make reasonable efforts to segregate and recycle construction waste such as glass, paper, cardboard, plastic, carpeting, gypsum board, untreated wood, concrete where recycling activities are available.

2. Materials segregated on the job site shall be managed using good housekeeping procedures, stored in containers with lids, and recycled or disposed in a timely manner to avoid safety, health or environmental concerns. Materials that are not recyclable or otherwise conservable shall be properly disposed of in an approved landfill or other approved disposal means.

3. The contractor is encouraged to deconstruct, dismantle, salvage and recycle re-useable components and materials from existing structures where feasible and approved. Useful, non-hazardous and non-regulated building components not wanted by the Government may be salvaged and transported off-site by the contractor for future use. In doing so, the contractor and all subsequent parties agree to hold harmless and release the United States Government and its employees from all liability, damage, loss, claim or expense associated with the removal, handling, transportation, storage, salvage, recycling or future re-use of these items or components of these items.

4. Maintain disposal manifests and provide a record to the CO/COR of the materials and quantities in weight or cubic yards disposed in landfills, recycled, or salvaged.

G. Lead Paint Hazards

The contractor shall assume painted, stained or finished surfaces and components (e.g., windows, doors, flooring, millwork, siding, railings, etc.) found in existing structures constructed or fabricated prior to 1978, may contain lead-based paint. The contractor is responsible for implementing the proper safety and health operations, practices and equipment required to protect workers and other personnel from exposure to lead hazards during preparation, removal and http://www.epa.gov/npdes

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H. Fossils and Artifacts

Should the Contractor discover any fossils or artifacts during construction operations, such objects shall become the property of the Government. The Contractor shall cease construction operations in the area of the "find" and immediately notify the CO/COR of such discovery. Construction operations may proceed in other areas not affected by this clause with approval of the CO/COR. Care shall be exercised by the Contractor so as not to damage fossils or artifacts uncovered during excavation operations.

I. Air Pollution Prevention

1. The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations concerning the prevention and control of air pollution.

2. Construction activities shall be performed in such a manner that air pollution is held to a minimum. All construction areas, access or haul roads, parking areas and storage areas used during construction shall be managed by application of approved dust inhibitors or by sprinkling with water to suppress dust formation in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulatory agencies.

3. Burning of materials, trees and brush, combustible construction materials and rubbish will be permitted only if it is first approved by the CO/COR and properly permitted by Federal, State, and local regulatory agencies, and when atmospheric conditions for burning are considered favorable by appropriate State or local air pollution or fire authorities.

4. Where open burning is permitted, burn piles shall be properly constructed to minimize smoke. In no case, shall unapproved materials, such as hazardous substances, tires, plastics, rubber products, asphalt products or materials that create nuisance odors, be burned.

J. Noise Abatement

Construction activities shall be performed in such a manner that the noise level is minimal. All equipment and operation of equipment shall comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations. All equipment shall be equipped with mufflers or other noise abatement devices approved by the CO/COR.

K. Environmental Litigation

No time extension, damages or expenses may be due to the contractor for work stoppage, lost time, or additional costs because of contractor’s failure to meet these and other safety, environmental or transportation regulations.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01300 - SUBMITTALS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUBMITTALS

A. It is the responsibility of the contractor to identify all submittals required by the specifications, referencing the Subdivision applicable, and submit the list to the CO/COR within 14 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

Failure to list a submittal will not relieve the contractor from submission of required information. A Submittal Register will be provided for completion.

B. Submittals as required in individual subdivisions shall be submitted to the CO/COR by the Contractor via using the National Park Service CM-16 Submittal Transmittal form. The form must include the contract number and description of contents. All submittals shall be submitted for a 14 calendar day review by the COR, to allow adequate review prior to commencement of work in that area. (Reference FAR Clause 52.236-5, Materials and Workmanship)

C. No item requiring approval shall be installed without prior approval by the CO/COR.

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D. Unless otherwise specified in the individual subdivision, the Contractor shall submit electronically. If hard copies are required, it will be identified in the task order and will not exceed five (5) copies of all required data. Two (2) copies will be kept by the Government and three (3) copies will be returned to the Contractor.

E. Use of unspecified or unapproved materials or equipment will not be permitted.

F. When submitting substitute materials or equipment, the Contractor shall clearly define any deviations from the specified item. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to prove that the submitted item meets all requirements of the contract.

G. All shop drawings shall indicate how the submitted item builds into or is attached to the adjacent construction. All modifications to details shown on the contract drawings shall be approved prior to installation of the submitted item.

H. All submitted surveys, studies, proposals, work plans, calculations, and specifications submitted to the CO/COR, whether as a formal submittal or otherwise, become the property of the Government.

1.02 COST BREAKDOWN

A. Provide a schedule of values and construction schedule upon award of each Task Order.

a. Contractors must furnish a cost schedule of values of any lump sum items which will provide the basis for progress payments. The schedule of values shall be submitted in a format acceptable to the CO/COR and each item shall include overhead and profit. Contractor and COR at the site must agree on the percentage of work completed at the end of each month. Contractor will submit a monthly invoice for payment to the CO and the COR for review and approval prior to uploading the invoice to IPP.

b. Payments are authorized by FAR Clause 52.232-5, which requires that the Contractor certify with each payment request that he has paid or will pay with the proceeds of the payment his employees and subcontractors.

c. 10% of the total task order award amount will be held in retainage until the final inspection and all punch list items are completed and accepted by the Government.

1.03 PROGRESS SCHEDULE/REPORTS

A. A contract progress schedule is required within 10 days after work commences. Actual progress must be reported on a contract progress report every two weeks. A copy of these forms will be provided. (Reference FAR Clause 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts)

1.04 TEST REPORTS

A. The Contractor shall submit all reports of tests required by the specifications to the CO/COR. Test reports shall be submitted as available, but all shall be submitted prior to Final Inspection.

1.05 MAINTENANCE AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

A. Refer to Item 1.02 of Subdivision 01700 - Contract Closeout.

1.06 RECORD DRAWINGS

A. Refer to Item 1.03 of Subdivision 01700 - Contract Closeout.

SECTION 01400 - QUALITY CONTROL AND SAFETY

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1.01 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Contractor is responsible for coordination, quality control and inspection of its own work, work performed by its subcontractors and their sub-subcontractors. Provide the services of an independent, accredited, construction materials testing laboratory for all tests required by the specifications.

B. The Contractor shall develop, implement, and document an effective quality control plan. This site quality control plan shall be submitted to the CO/COR for approval within 30 days, or an agreed to shorter period, after contract award.

This plan shall be capable of being adapted by means of a supplement to the main plan as required by individual Task Orders. The contractor shall immediately report problems or deficiencies to the CO/COR.

C. Perform all construction activities efficiently with the requisite expertise, skill, competence and good workmanship to satisfy the requirements of the specifications. Exercise complete and exclusive control over the means, methods, sequences, and techniques of construction.

D. Utilize subcontractors who are duly licensed and qualified to perform the work consistent with the Contract Documents. Government may reasonably object to any subcontractor.

E. Provide supervision, labor, materials, equipment, utilities, inspection, testing, start-up, other facilities and services necessary for proper execution and completion of the Work.

F. Maintain at least one qualified and competent supervisor capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in the English language on the project site during working hours. The Contractor’s supervisor shall be designated in writing, submitted and approved by the CO; if change of supervisor needs to occur, notification of the change shall be submitted in writing and approved by the CO prior to the change taking effect.

G. The Contractor’s Project Manager shall be designated in writing, submitted and approved by the CO, if change of Project Manager needs to occur, notification of the change shall be submitted in writing and approved by the CO prior to the change taking effect.

1.02 TESTS BY INDEPENDENT TESTING LABORATORY

A. Testing Laboratory

1. Independent testing laboratory shall be selected by the Contractor and the name of proposed laboratory submitted for approval. Unless otherwise specified, all costs and fees associated with the independent laboratory and testing services are the responsibility of the contractor.

2. The Government bears no responsibility for payment for any test, testing, or test reports required unless expressly provided herein.

B. Contractor shall:

1. Make available to testing laboratory, at no cost, all materials to be tested.

2. Provide labor necessary to supply samples and assist in making tests.

3. Advise laboratory of the identity of material sources and instruct suppliers to allow inspection by the laboratory.

C. Submit five copies of each written report promptly, covering each inspection and test.

D. Tests shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the specifications designated or, where not specified, the latest standards of American Society for Testing and Materials. Laboratory shall be certified to perform work in the state where project is located.

E. Refer to individual Task Orders and Sections for the independent testing laboratory services and tests that are required.

F. After the initial tests have been performed, if either materials or workmanship, or both, do not comply with the

Document Title applicable specifications, the Contractor shall pay for all additional testing that may be required as necessary to insure compliance.

1.03 PROJECT SAFETY

A. Additional safety requirements are included via attachments in Section J.

B. The contractor has complete responsibility for safety on the project site, throughout all times to final acceptance, to include contractor’s own workers, subcontractors and their sub-subcontractors. Contractor shall ensure that all onsite activities, equipment, and facilities constructed or used by the contractor, subcontractor, or supplier conform fully to the standards of the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) (as found in 29 CFR 1910 and 1926). In addition, the contractor shall adhere to all current state and local safety requirements. In the event where any safety standard referenced conflicts with another, the more stringent requirement shall govern.

C. The contractor shall submit a CM-16 form for each task order a site/project specific Safety Plan to be reviewed and approved by the CO/COR. The contractor shall implement the approved Safety Plan that provides adequate policies, procedures and practices to protect employees from health-work hazards and the general public from injury or harm.

1. The Contractor shall initiate and maintain an effective safety program that provides adequate systematic policies, procedures, and practices to protect their employees from and allow them to recognize, job-related safety and health hazards. The program shall include provisions for the systematic identification, evaluation, prevention and control of general work site hazards, specific job hazards, and potential hazards that may arise from foreseeable construction methods and conditions, as well as providing a competent person, should OSHA require one for work performed, to conduct frequent and regular inspections. Each employee must be instructed in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to the work environment.

2. The Contractor shall immediately notify the CO and the COR of any accident, incident, or exposure resulting in a fatality, lost-time injury, or property loss/damage of $2,500 or more arising out of work performed under this contract. The Contractor shall investigate all work-related accidents/incidents to the extent necessary to determine their cause(s) and furnish the CO and the COR an investigative report outlining findings and proposed or completed corrective actions. The contractor shall, when required by the CO, have a separate and complete independent investigation of the accident/incident, and submit a comprehensive report of findings and recommendations to the CO and the COR. The CO shall consult with the COR, CR and Service safety personnel in reviewing the investigation report and corrective actions. If the contractor fails or refuses to institute prompt corrective action, the CO may invoke the suspension-of-work clause in this contract or any other remedy available to the government. Any delay or cost resulting from a safety-related suspension of work will be borne by the Contractor.

3. In the event of an accident/incident, the Contractor shall be responsible for providing and obtaining appropriate medical and emergency assistance. Except for rescue and emergency measures, the scene of the accident/incident shall not be disturbed or the operation resumed until the on-site aspect of the investigation has been completed.

4. Service safety personnel and representatives from Federal, State, and local government agencies shall have the right to examine and conduct an investigation at sites or areas where work under this contract is being performed. The absence of such investigations shall not relieve the contractor of their safety program responsibilities.

SECTION 01500 - CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS

1.01 CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS

A. WEATHER PROTECTION

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1. General:

a. Provide necessary protection against weather to maintain all materials, apparatus, fixtures, and work free from damage whether in shipment, in storage, or in place.

b. Do not perform wet work when temperature is below 40 degrees F, within the ensuing 48 hours, except when work is properly protected and sufficient heat is provided.

2. Heat Provision

a. When heat is required for proper weather protection, provide temporary enclosures of work and acceptable means to provide sufficient heat to maintain a temperature of not less than 50 degrees F. Provide higher temperatures when required by these specifications.

b. Use only heating apparatus and fuels of approved safe types. Keep equipment and surroundings in a clean, safe condition. Use flame resistant tarpaulins and other materials for temporary enclosure of space. Use vented heaters only.

3. Buildings and other facilities are not available for storage of contractor’s materials, equipment, and tools unless pre-approved by the CO/COR. Campsites and housing for workers are not available on site unless identified in the specific task order.

1.02 UTILITIES

A. Active and Inactive Utilities: Before work begins, the contractor shall coordinate with local utility companies and the NPS utility authority to locate and protect all utilities traversing the project site. It is the contractor’s responsibility to verify locations of the utilities and prevent damage to all utilities at the project site. If damage occurs, contractor shall repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

B. The contractor shall provide all temporary utilities required for the work during the entire construction period. He shall make all arrangements, and pay all fees required by the Utility Companies. Temporary utilities shall include, but not necessarily be limited to:

1. Water Service: Install water service and distribution piping of sizes and pressures adequate for construction until permanent water service is constructed.

2. Electrical power service: Provide weatherproof, grounded electrical power service and distribution system of sufficient size, capacity, and power characteristics installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and the requirements of the local power company. Temporary service shall be of sufficient capacity to run all electrical systems and equipment required by the project until permanent service is installed.

3. Telephones: Provide temporary telephone service for personnel engaged in construction.

C. Interruption of Existing Utility Service: Contractor shall work to minimize interruptions to existing utility service and shall adhere to all task order specific limitations regarding durations of outages. Contractor shall provide notice of outages at least one week in advance to the CO/COR, or as specified in the specific task order.

1.04 SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Toilets: Install self-contained single-occupant toilet units of the chemical, aerated recirculation, or combustion type, properly vented and fully enclosed with a glass fiber reinforced polyester shell or similar nonabsorbent material.

Maintain toilet units on a regular basis to provide sanitary conditions.

1.05 CONSTRUCTION SITE ACCESS

Contractor shall sign and control access to construction area with appropriate barriers, fences, warning devices or other acceptable means to protect park personnel, visitors and the public from harm and minimize risk of theft and vandalism.

Where project work affects public roads, provide signage and or flagmen in accordance with the current edition of the

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Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as published by the US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration. The Contractor shall comply with these and any task order specific site access regulations.

SECTION 01600 - MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

1.01 MATERIALS

A. Unless indicated otherwise, all materials, equipment and other items incorporated into the work of this project must be new and unused. Materials and workmanship shall meet the requirements stated under each Section.

B. To assure ready availability, all materials, equipment and related components must be obtained from sources which maintain a regular, domestic stock.

C. All materials unless otherwise specified or approved shall be asbestos-free, and the contractor shall provide documentation certifying that all materials used in the construction or replacement are asbestos-free.

1.02 ITEMS NOT IN CONTRACT

A. All items indicated N.I.C. (not in contract) on drawings or in specifications are items not included in the specific task order.

1.03 INSTALLATION OF MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS AND EQUIPMENT

A. The installation of manufactured products and equipment together with all associated parts, in design, materials, and workmanship shall be in strict conformance with the manufacturer's recommendations, if so specified.

B. All installations shall be completed and ready for use.

C. Similar items shall be of the same design and manufacture.

SECTION 01700 - CONTRACT CLOSEOUT

1.01 FINAL INSPECTION, ACCEPTANCE AND PAYMENT

Refer to the FAR clauses for information and requirements regarding clean-up.

A. PRE-FINAL INSPECTION

The Contractor shall notify the CO/COR at least 10 business days before the date the construction work will be completed and ready for a pre- final inspection. The contractor shall conduct pre-final and final inspections in the presence of the COR / SR / PI, and the contractor shall ensure the duly authorized representative performing the inspection was appointed to do so for the…