Cass Fire Systems_STATEMENT OF WORKcjp.pdf

PROJECT STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

ANNUAL INSPECTION AND TESTING OF

FIRE ALARM & ANNUAL PORTABLE FIRE

EXTINGUISHERS, SEMI-ANNUAL ANSUL

FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

INSPECTIONS, AND SMOKE DETECTOR

SENSITIVITY TEST

BASE PLUS FOR YEAR-OPTION

Cass Job Corps

Job Corps National Office

January 2025 ii

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. BACKGROUND 3

1.1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES 3

2. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES 6

2.1. UTILITIES 6

2.2. SECURITY, FIRE AND MEDICAL SERVICES 6

3. GENERAL INFORMATION 6

3.1. DAMAGES TO GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT OR VEGETATION 6

3.2. PERMITS, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (RESERVED) 6

3.3. HOURS OF OPERATION 6

3.4. RECOGNIZED HOLIDAYS 6

3.5. TRAFFIC LAWS 7

3.6. WEAPONS, FIREARMS, AND AMMUNITION 7

3.7. GOVERNMENT INTERFACE 7

3.8. SAFETY 7

3.9. WORKMANSHIP 7

3.10. TOOLS 7

3.11. TEST EQUIPMENT 7

3.12. SANITARY FACILITIES 7

3.13. PERSONNEL 7

4. LIST OF APPENDICES: 8

APPENDIX A - FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEM IT TASKS 9

APPENDIX B – FIRE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT SYSTEM LIST 10

APPENDIX C – WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS IT TASKS 11

APPENDIX D – PRE-ACTION AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS IT TASKS 12

APPENDIX E – CLEAN AGENT IT TASKS 13

APPENDIX F - BUILDINGS REQUIRING FIRE ALARM / SUPPRESSION SERVICE 14

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

1. BACKGROUND

Job Corps Centers serve students, and thus require life safety systems to be operational at all times to ensure safety of building occupants in the event of an emergency. This effort will provide all personnel, labor, equipment, tools, materials, instruments, meters, gauges, test equipment, transportation, supervision, and other items and services necessary to perform inspection and testing for the Fire Alarm Systems, Portable Fire

Extinguisher Inspections, Semi-Annual Ansul Fire Suppression Inspections (Vent Hoods) & Smoke Detector

Sensitivity Test for the Cass Job Corps Center located in Ozark, Arkansas. A table showing buildings requiring services is included in the attached sheet titled Appendix F.

1.1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.1.1. LOCATION OF SERVICES

This project is located at the Cass Job Corps Center campus located approximately 25 miles north of Ozark, Arkansas. The address is 21424 North Highway 23, Ozark Arkansas 72949. Driving directions can be obtained by calling the Center at 479-667-3686.

1.1.2. SCHEDULED FIRE ALARM SYSTEM TESTING

Buildings 13A, 44, 35, 41A, 71, 43, 14, 51, 17A, 53, 60, 70, 34, 32, 57, 61, and 21A have fire alarm systems that are in service. Drawings are attached that show layouts of the components. The Contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, and expertise necessary to perform comprehensive annual inspection, testing, and maintenance of all

Government-owned fire alarm systems and associated components located at [Insert Facility

Name/Location(s)]. Services ensure the entire system is maintained in full operational condition and in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations. The Contractor shall perform all work in strict accordance with the latest editions of, but not limited to, the following standards and regulations: NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code. OSHA: Occupational Safety and

Health Administration regulations. Federal/State/Local Codes: All other applicable federal, state, and local fire and safety codes. Manufacturer Specifications: The specific manufacturer's instructions for the installed panels (e.g., Silent Knight, Fire Lite, etc.).

BUILDING SYSTEM

32- Vocation Building

71- Carpentry

Silent Knight 5700

Cerberus Pyrotronics System 3 CP35

17A- Paint Shop Silent Knight SK-5208

13A- Administration Silent Knight 5700

57- Warehouse Fire Lite MS4

51- MLK Silent Knight 5700

43- Education Silent Knight 5700

41A- Cafeteria GE EST

53- Palace Dorm Silent Knight 6700

70- Student Services Silent Knight 5700

60- Residential Silent Knight 5700

34- Student Union Silent Knight SK-5208

44- Alamo Dorm Silent Knight SK-5208

14- Gymnasium Silent Knight SK-5208

61- Waste Water Silent Knight SK2224

35- Bumpers Dorm Silent Knight 6808

21A- Health and Wellness Silent Knight 5700

1.1.3. SCHEDULE OF ANNUAL PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTIONS

The Contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, and expertise necessary to perform annual inspection, maintenance, testing, recharging, and repair of all

Government-owned portable fire extinguishers. Services shall ensure that all equipment is maintained in full operational condition and in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations. The Contractor shall perform all work in strict accordance with the latest editions of, but not limited to, the following standards and regulations: NFPA 10: Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers (most current edition).

OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910.157.

Federal/State/Local Codes: All other applicable federal, state, and local fire and safety codes.

Manufacturer Specifications: All work shall adhere to the specific manufacturer's instructions for each unit.

1.1.4. SCHEDULED ANSUL FIRE SUPPRESSION INSPECTIONS

The Contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, materials (including all fusible links and necessary consumable parts), tools, equipment, transportation, and expertise necessary to perform semi-annual inspection, testing, and maintenance of all Government-owned Ansul wet chemical fire suppression systems located at [Insert Facility Name/Location(s)]. The services shall ensure full serviceability and operation in accordance with all applicable codes and manufacturer specifications. The

Contractor shall perform all work in strict accordance with the latest editions of, but not limited to, the following standards and regulations: NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of

Commercial Cooking Operations. OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations.

Federal/State/Local Codes: All other applicable federal, state, and local fire and safety codes.

Manufacturer Specifications: Ansul R-102 (or Piranha, as applicable) system manufacturer's instructions.

BUILDING SYSTEM

32- Vocation Building

41A- Cafeteria

Ansul

Ansul

1.1.5. SCHEDULED 3-YEAR SMOKE DETECTOR SENSITIVITY TESTING

The Contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, calibrated test equipment, tools, transportation, and expertise necessary to perform required 3-year sensitivity testing on all Government-owned smoke detectors (both spot-type and duct-type) installed in the fire alarm systems located at [Insert Facility

Name/Location(s)]. Services shall ensure the system maintains life safety standards in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations. The Contractor shall perform all work in strict accordance with the latest editions of, but not limited to, the following standards and regulations: NFPA 72: National Fire

Alarm and Signaling Code (specifically Chapter 14 and Chapter 17 requirements for inspection and testing). OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations. Federal/State/Local

Codes: All other applicable federal, state, and local fire and safety codes. Manufacturer

Specifications: Specific instructions for the installed detectors and panels.

1.1.6. SUBMITTALS/DELIVERABLES

Contractor shall provide a separate inspection report for each system tested/inspected. Furnish reports in both hard format to the Center and electronic PDF format to the CO. Each report will include the following at a minimum:

• Job Corps Center Name

• Building Number and Name

• Item Description

• Location

• Inspection and Testing Performed in accordance with Appendices

• Indication of Pass/Fail

• Recommendations for repair in case of failed test

• Indication of System Normal, Warning or Caution Condition

• Date of Inspection

• Name of Inspector

• Signature of Inspector

Inspection reports are due within fourteen (14) days of the system inspection.

2. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

2.1 UTILITIES

Use of Government existing facilities will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in an acceptable condition. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use. The following are available for use by the Contractor: water, and electrical power services. The following are not available: telephone service. The Contractor is expected to provide whatever phone service he deems necessary for the duration of the project.

2.2 FIRE SERVICES

Volunteer fire protection services are available at this site.

3. GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1 DAMAGES TO GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT OR VEGETATION

Damages to Government buildings, equipment, or vegetation are addressed in FAR clause 52.237-2 – Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation. The Contractor shall use reasonable care to avoid damaging existing buildings, equipment, and vegetation on the Government installation. If the Contractor's failure to use reasonable care causes damage to any of this property, the Contractor shall replace or repair the damage at no expense to the Government as the Contracting Officer directs. If the Contractor fails or refuses to make such repair or replacement, the Contractor shall be liable for the cost, which may be deducted from the contract price.

3.2 PERMITS, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (RESERVED)

3.3 HOURS OF OPERATION

The Contractor shall perform services during normal duty hours which are 0800-1600 Monday through Friday, excluding Federal Holidays. The Contractor may work weekends and holidays if approved in advance at his convenience. Work required outside of the standard work hours shall be coordinated with the Center.

3.4 RECOGNIZED HOLIDAYS

The Contractor is not required to provide service on federal holidays, except in emergency situations. The holidays are as follows:

New Year’s Day - 1 January

Martin Luther King Day - 3rd Monday in January

Washington’s Birthday - 3rd Monday in February

Memorial Day - last Monday in May

Juneteenth – 19 June

Independence Day - 4 July

Labor Day - 1st Monday in September

Columbus Day - 2nd Monday in October

Veteran’s Day - 11 November

Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November

Christmas Day - 25 December

If a holiday fall on Saturday, the preceding Friday will be the observed holiday. If the holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday will be the observed holiday. If a holiday falls on a scheduled service day, the Contractor will be responsible for rescheduling services for the first day post the holiday observance.

3.5 TRAFFIC LAWS

The Contractor and its employees shall comply with all site traffic regulations.

3.6 WEAPONS, FIREARMS, AND AMMUNITION

Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within their Contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on the Center.

3.7 GOVERNMENT INTERFACE

Do not unduly interfere with regularly scheduled Government operational activities in the performance of contract requirements. In the event a government supervisor so requests, temporarily cease work in the area and report the instructions, to include name of the Government person involved, to the CO immediately by the most expedient means. Notify the CO verbally of disputes with customers or other base Contractors and follow-up in writing.

3.8 SAFETY

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and requirements regarding worker safety while performing work at the Center. Compliance shall also include following industry standards concerning worker safety and personal protective equipment. The Contractor shall comply with all safety and health requirements necessary for the protection of personnel, facilities and equipment.

3.8.1 WRITTEN SAFETY PROGRAM

Maintain a written Safety Program, as required by OSHA and make said plan available for review by the Government upon request by the Contracting Officer.

3.9 WORKMANSHIP

All work shall be performed by qualified, experienced Contractor personnel.

3.10 TOOLS

All tools shall be furnished by the Contractor.

3.11 TEST EQUIPMENT

The Contractor shall furnish his own test equipment.

3.12 SANITARY FACILITIES

The Contractor's workmen may use existing sanitary facilities, subject to the regulations governing their use by

Government personnel in the buildings in which the work is being accomplished.

3.13 PERSONNEL

Contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance. Contractor personnel shall be easily recognizable while on the installation in conjunction with this contract.

The government is authorized to restrict the employment under the contract of any Contractor employee or prospective Contractor employee, who is identified as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well- being, or operational mission of the installation and its population.

4. LIST OF APPENDICES:

• APPENDIX A - FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEM ITM TASKS

• APPENDIX B – ANSUL FIRE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT SYSTEM LIST

• APPENDIX C – WET AND DRY SYSTEM ITM TASKS

• APPENDIX D – PRE-ACTION ITEM TASKS

• APPENDIX E – ANSUL FIRE SUPPRESSION ITM TASKS (VENTHOODS)

• APPENDIX F - BUILDINGS REQUIRING FIRE ALARM / SUPPRESSION SERVICE

• APPENDIX G- PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ITM TASKS

APPENDIX A - FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEM INSPECTION AND TESTING

TASKS

Frequency Component Tasks

Monthly

1. Control Panels and

Annunciator Equipment

(unmonitored only)

• Reserved

Annual

1. Control Panel and Annunciator

Equipment (monitored)

1. Test to verify proper receipt of alarm, supervisory, and trouble signals (inputs) and operation of notification appliances and auxiliary functions (outputs).

2. Verify that all lamps and LEDs are illuminated.

3. Load test backup batteries (when provided).

2. Initiating Devices:

a. Manual Fire Alarm

Stations

1. Verify station is accessible (visual).

b. Radiant Energy

Detectors (Optical

Detectors)

• Reserved

. Gas Detectors • Reserved

3. Notification Appliances and Voice Communication (telephone, speakers, horns, and strobe lights)

1. Test to verify operability.

4. Digital Alarm Transmitters and

Receivers

1. Test to verify operability.

APPENDIX B – ANSUL VENT HOOD FIRE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT SYSTEM

LIST

BLDG VENT

HOOD

HOOD

LOCATION

System Type

System Manufacturer

System Status

32A 1 Culinary Trade Kitchen/ East End of Building

Ansul In Service

41A 2 Cafeteria Cooking Area

Ansul In Service

APPENDIX C – WET AND DRY PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INSPECTION AND

TESTING TASKS

Monthly 1. Control Valves (without seal, lock, or electric supervision)

1. Reserved.

1. Control Valves (sealed, locked, or electrically supervised)

1. Verify valve position.

2. Water flow Alarm Devices 1. Operate to verify initiation and receipt of alarm.

2. Verify alarm test valve alignment and tamper switch (if sealed or electrically supervised).

3. Alarm Valve and Trim 1. Visually check the exterior of valves, gauges, trim alignment.

2. Verify valve pressure and legibility of the hydraulic nameplate.

4. Main Drain 1. Conduct a main drain test to verify supply

(valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3- by 5-inch (3x5) tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

3. Compare results with results from previous main drain tests and original acceptance test.

4. Verify that the results are within acceptable limits or identify corrective measures.

5. Fire Department Connection 1. Verify accessibility and condition.

2. If caps are removed or missing, check for obstructions.

6. Backflow Preventers 1. Perform Forward Flow Test

2. Perform Performance Test

7. Spare Tools and Accessories 1. Verify that all required spare Tools and Accessories are accessible, serviceable, and present.

APPENDIX D – PRE-ACTION AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INSPECTION AND

TESTING TASKS

Monthly 1. Control Valves (without seal, lock, or electric supervision)

1. Reserved.

1. Control Valves (sealed, locked, or electrically supervised)

1. Verify valve position.

2. Water flow Alarm Devices 1. Operate to verify initiation and receipt of alarm.

2. Verify alarm test valve alignment and tamper switch (if sealed or electrically supervised).

3. Pre-Action Valve and Trim 1. Visually inspect the exterior of valves, gauges, trim alignment.

2. Verify valve pressure and legibility of the hydraulic nameplate.

4. Main Drain 1. Conduct main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

3. Compare results with results from previous main drain tests and original acceptance test.

4. Verify that the results are within acceptable limits or identify corrective measures.

5. Fire Department Connection 1. Verify accessibility and condition.

2. If caps are removed or missing, check for obstructions.

6. Dry Pipe Alarm Valve Enclosure

Heating

1. Verify operability at the beginning of the heating season (annually for constant cold areas).

7. Low Temperature Alarm 1. Verify initiation and receipt of alarm at the beginning of the heating season.

APPENDIX E – ANNSUL VENT HOOD FIRE SUPPRESION SYSTEM

INSPECTION AND TESTING TASKS

Semi-Annual

1. System Activation Test 1. The detection line is tested by cutting a representative fusible link to ensure the system properly activates.

2. Link Replacement 1. All fusible links must be replaced every six months (semi-annually) to ensure proper operation based on temperature.

3. Fuel Shutoff/Power Verification (if required)

1. Verify that the system activation automatically shuts off all fuel sources

(gas and/or electricity) to the protected cooking appliances and exhaust fans.

4. Manual Pull Station Test

1. The remote manual pull station is tested to confirm it is operational and activates the system properly.

5. Nozzles and Coverage 1. Inspect all surface, duct, and plenum nozzles for proper location, orientation, and coverage of the cooking hazards. Ensure protective blow-off caps are in place, intact, and undamaged.

6. Piping and Lines 1. All extinguishing agent lines are checked

(blown out with air) to ensure there is no blockage or crimping from grease buildup or other obstructions.

7. System Components 1. Verify the pressure gauges show proper PSI

(within the operable range).

2. Ensure tamper seals are intact and that the system has not been compromised or tampered with.

3. Check all mechanical and electrical components and micro-switches for proper operation.

4. Visually inspect all components

(containers, piping, etc.) for damage, corrosion, or pitting.

8. Fire Alarm Integration 1. Verify that the activation of the suppression system sends the correct signal to the building's main fire alarm panel.

9. Documentation and Tagging 1. Complete an official commercial cooking system service and inspection report.

2. Document any discrepancies or necessary repairs immediately.

3. Attach a new service tag to the system, dated and signed by the certified technician, as proof of service for the local fire marshal.

APPENDIX F - BUILDINGS REQUIRING FIRE ALARM / SUPPRESSION TESTING/ PORTABLE FIRE AND INSPECTION

Building 32 71 17A 35 57 41A 43 51 53 70 60 34 44 14 61 13A 21A Storage

Sheds

Fleet

Vehicles

Services

Fire Alarm System

Annual Tasks x

Smoke

Detector 3-

Year Test

Fire Extinguisher

Inspections

Fire Wet Dry System Suppression

Annual Tasks

Kitchen Vent

Hood Semi-

Inspection

Fire Wet and Dry Suppression

5-Year Tasks

Fire Extinguisher 6-Year

Hydrostatic

Testing

APPENDIX G – PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER

INSPETCTION AND TESTING TASKS

Monthly

1. Reserved

• Reserved

1. External Visual Examination

1. A detailed check of the exterior of the cylinder for any signs of physical damage, corrosion rust, or leakage.

2. Pressure Verification

1. Checking the pressure gauge to ensure the needle is within the green "operable" range. For cartridge-operated types, the weight is checked against the manufacturer's specified weight.

3. Hose and Nozzle

1. Examining the discharge hose and nozzle assembly for any cracks, blockages, or damage, ensuring they are securely attached

4. Operating Mechanism

1. Inspecting the handle, locking pin, and valve stem assembly to ensure they are not bent or broken and operate correctly.

5. Tamper Seal and Pin

1. Verifying that the pull pin is intact and the anti-tamper seal is unbroken, indicating the unit has not been partially used or tampered with.

New seals are installed after maintenance is performed.

6. Label and Instruction

Legibility

1. Ensuring the operating instructions, fire class rating, and

Hazardous Materials Identification

System (HMIS) information on the nameplate is present, legible, and facing outward.

7. Weight Check 1. The professional will lift and/or weigh the extinguisher to confirm proper fullness, as a full charge is necessary for effective operation.

8. Placement and Accessibility 1. Confirming the extinguisher is in its designated location, properly mounted, and that there are no obstructions to visibility or access.

9. Documentation and Tagging 1. A new service tag or label is attached to the extinguisher, indicating the month and year the maintenance was performed, the type of service performed, the technician's name, and the company name.

6 Year

1. Tear Down and Internal Check 1. For stored-pressure dry chemical extinguishers, an internal examination and servicing

(including breaking it down and checking the agent condition) is required every 6 years.

2. Recharge the extinguisher as required.

3. Perform all steps required for the annual inspection listed above.