C04 Attachment 2 Statement of Work.pdf

Statement of Work

Flooring Replacement, Stairwell Pad Upgrades, Door/Frame Painting, and Hallway Wall Repairs

USDA R W Harned Building Labs & Offices #1

Asset ID # 640600B001

Crop Science Research Laboratory

Mississippi State, Mississippi

Prepared by:

Neil Johnson

28 June 2026

Table of Contents

Location Map Page 2

Statement of Work/Task List Page 3

Pictures Pages 4 – 9

Building Diagram Page 10

Contractor Responsibility Page 11

Project Schedule/Contacts Page 12

Location Map:

Statement of Work: The location will provide all materials and supplies needed for this SOW project. The contractor will demo the existing stone tile and install new VCT tile on the second floor of Building 1 and in Labs 126, 132, and 133. The contractor will demo the 83 stair pads in the east and west stairwells on both ends of the building. The contractor will replace the old stair pads with black rubber non-slip step padding for all 83 steps. Newly installed door frames must be concreted, drywalled, and sanded around the frame.

Painting will be performed in the hallways on the ground floor, first floor, and second floor. All metal doors and frames will be painted.

Project Objective: The objective of this project is to demo the existing stone tile in the second-floor hallway (115 ft by 6 ft), as well as in Labs 126, 132, and 133, and replace it with VCT tile (Item #823R89, Model #51860031). All materials required for this work will be provided.

The contractor will remove the existing stair-step padding and replace it with black non-slip step padding on all 83 steps located in the east and west stairwells.

Hallways on the Basement, 1st, and 2nd floors will be prepped and painted using the paint provided.

Coverage areas are as follows:

Basement: 300 ft x 8 ft

1st Floor: 510 ft x 8 ft

2nd Floor: 510 ft x 8 ft

All metal doors and 97 door frames in Building 1 will be painted.

Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management, (SAM), prior to submitting a bid. Registration can be obtained through: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/

Site Visit: Bidders must attend the site visit and be escorted by a government representative to confirm locations, dimensions, and conditions of the project before a bid is submitted. The site visit shall be for the purpose of observing firsthand any conditions relevant to the completion of this project. No consideration will be given to claims based on lack of knowledge of existing conditions, except where contract documents make definite provisions for adjustment in cost or extension due to existing conditions not readily foreseeable. This project is located at USDA-ARS in MS State, MS.

Utilization of Bio-Based Products: The contractor shall utilize products and material based from bio-based materials, (e.g. bio-based greases; bio-based hydraulic fluids, bio-based absorbents), to the maximum extent possible without jeopardizing the intended end use of detracting from the overall quality delivered to the end user.

All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to the applicable Federal Specifications and

Standards. All supplies and materials to be used in the performance of this project will be provided by the

Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

Safety: The contractor will submit a Site Safety Specific Plan/Accident Prevention Plan in industry recognizable format to the Contracting Officer within 7 days of contract award. The Plan shall include phone numbers and maps to the local Dr. Office and nearest Hospital.

Base Bid: Contractor to demo existing floor tile on second floor, Labs 126, 132 and 133. Install new Provided VCT tile and adhesive. Contractor to demo and install new rubber padding for steps in the ease and west stairwell totaling 83 steps. Contractor to paint hallway in the Basement, 1st and 2nd floor. Contractor to Repair concrete drywall work around doorframes.

Task List:

Demo existing floor tile on second floor and Labs 126, 132, and 133

Install VCT tile on second floor hallway and labs 126, 132, 133

Remove old step padding in east and west stairwells.

Clean and prep stairs for new padding installation.

Install new padding on steps

Clean and prep metal doors and frames and hallway for painting

Drywall repair on walls before painting.

Paint hallways and metal doors and frames

Install all new side wall striping in hallways

Photos:

R.W. Harned Building #1 Demo floor tile

Stair well

Doors and frame

Hallway Basement

Hallway Second Floor

Hallway First Floor

All proposals shall be in unlocked MS Word format and all cost proposals shall be detailed and presented in unlocked MS Excel format with formulas working.

Contractor Responsibility:

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

2. Contractor will perform the work as listed in the above outlined Base Bid.

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

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

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

6. Contractor must always have a Foreman on the job while working on this project.

7. Contractor will remove all demolished material and debris from the worksite and dispose of in the provided dumpster.

Material / Submittals:

All materials necessary to successfully complete the project and deliver quality product as required will be provided by the site.

Materials Provided

- Paint

- Brushes

- Rollers

- VCT tile and adhesive

- Trim tape

- Stair padding and adhesive

- Scrapers and trowels

- Dropcloth

- Wheel Barral

Demolition Procedure:

Contractor will verify all dimensions and site conditions prior to beginning work. Contractor will schedule the work between working hours as listed below. Contractors are required to provide labor, and other tools required to perform the job fully and completely. Government equipment will be available for use by the contractor. The contractor shall always be responsible for protecting his work and ensuring the safety of his crew and ARS employees. Upon completion of the project, the contractor shall remove from the premises all accumulated materials and rubbish caused by the project. Premises shall be left in a clean, orderly, and acceptable condition.

Damage to Property:

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

Inspection and Acceptance:

A government representative shall inspect and approve the work performed on this project. The Contractor shall schedule inspection a minimum of 10 days in advance, in writing, to the Contracting Officer.

Project Schedule:

The completion of this project shall not exceed 120 days from date of Notice to Proceed. A request for time extension must be submitted to the Contracting Specialist in writing. Each request must include specific and detailed reasons in support of the schedule alteration.

Work Hours:

Contractor work hours shall be Monday through Friday, seven (7:30) A.M. to Five (5:00) P.M. with the exception of Government holidays. Any changes to work schedule shall be submitted to Contacting Officer for written approval 7 days prior to schedule change.

Project Contacts:

Mr. Herbert Jones, Administrative Officer (AO) USDA, ARS MS State 150 Twelve Lane MS State, MS 39762 Teams Phone: (662) 684-9886 Email: Herbert.Jones@usda.gov

Mr. Kevin Magee, P.E., Engineering Project Manager (EPM) USDA, ARS SEA Facilities Engineering P.O. Box 38, 141 Experiment Station Road Stoneville, MS 38776 Cell: (662) 336-0712 Kevin.Magee@usda.gov

Mr. Neil P. Johnson, COR-2, Facilities Point of Contact (POC) P.O. Box 5367, 150 Twelve Lane MS State, MS 39762 Teams Phone: (662) 684-9141 Email: Neil.Johnson@usda.gov