Construction SOW Organic hay barn Erection.pdf

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

“Organic Hay Barn Erection”

Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center (DBSFRC), USDA-ARS, Booneville, Arkansas

February 16, 2022

February 16, 2022

STATEMENT OF WORK

Construction

1.0 CONTRACT PROJECT:

a. Project Number: _____________________ b.Project Title: “Organic Hay Barn Erection” at the Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research

Center (DBSFRC), USDA-ARS, Booneville, Arkansas

2.0 PROJECT CONTACT PERSONS:

a. CONTRACTING OFFICER (CO):

Shalunda Mix

USDA-ARS

P.O. Box 225 141 Experiment Station Road Stoneville, MS. 38776 E-mail shalunda.mix@usda.gov Tel. No.: (662) 686-5346

b. RESEARCH PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVES (RPR):

Dr. Phillip Owens, Laboratory Director

USDA, ARS,

Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center 6883 South State Highway 23 Booneville, AR 72927-8209 Email: phillip.owens@ars.usda.gov Phone: (479) 675-3834ext.324

c. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (AO):

Perry Rainosek, AO

USDA, ARS

Administrative Management Cluster Office 1100 Bates Street Houston, Texas 77030 Email: perry.rainosek@ars.usda.gov Phone: (713) 798-7034 FAX: (713) 798-0307 mailto:huron.virden@ars.usda.gov mailto:phillip.owens@ars.usda.gov mailto:perry.rainosek@ars.usda.gov

d. LOCATION CONTRACTING OFFICER REPRESENTATIVE (COR):

Larry Huddleston

USDA, ARS,

Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center 6883 South State Highway 23 Booneville, AR 72927-8209 Email: larry.huddleston@ars.usda.gov

Phone: (479) 675-3834 FAX: (479) 675-2940

3.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES:

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

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

[X] Provide a technical and cost proposal to complete the project as per project requirements. Because of site-specific conditions, the government recommends interested parties visit the site prior to submitting proposals. Interested parties may inspect the building with the facility maintenance supervisor.

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

4.0 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

The Contractor shall furnish a cost proposal to provide services to construct concrete Foundations, and to erect a pre-engineered building structure (the structural steel and metal skin for the Hilco steel buildings is on site). The contractor will provide a turn-key product to include, but not limited to, all materials as specified and the proper installation of all material.

This project shall be accomplished at the USDA Agricultural Research Service Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center (USDA ARS DBSFRC), 6883 South State Highway 23, Booneville, Arkansas.

a. The Contractor will work with site personnel to ensure project is accomplished in a timely manner.

b. The Contractor’s work shall adhere to the criteria stated within these project requirements, drawings, and specifications. All construction shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local code requirements as well as current industry standards, (ie: ADA; IBC, IFC & IMC – 2006 Edition; TAS 2012 Edition; UBC; NFPA; UL; ANSI; FCC; ASTM; NEC; NEMA;

etc.); ARS-242.1 “ARS Facilities Design Standards”, dated 5/1/2012; and health and safety codes, in effect at the time of contract award.

c. Davis Bacon Wage Rates apply to all construction contracts in excess of $2,000.

Employee payroll logs for the project will be required to verify wage rates are being adhered to.

mailto:larry.huddleston@ars.usda.gov

d. Projects in excess of $25,000 will require a bid bond. Additional, Payment and Performance bonds will be required for projects exceeding $25,000. Obtaining and the cost of these bonds is the responsibility of the Contractor. Proof of Insurance is also required.

4.1 Bid Schedule:

a. The Base Bid shall include all work described in 4.2 Description of Work.

4.2 Description of Work:

4.2.1 Pre-Construction Phase Services

a. Pre-Construction Submittals

Prior to Construction NTP the following submittals must be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) for approval:

1. Work Hours, per Section H.30 entitled, MAXIMUM WORKWEEK – CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE.

The work hours will include the daily starting and stopping time, and days of the week the Contractor proposes to carry out the work.

2. CPM Scheduling.

3. Construction Cost Proposal presented in a cost break-out format resembling a Schedule of Values.

4. Submittal Register in accordance with Spec Section 01300.

5. Quality Control Plan.

6. Environmental Protection Plan.

7. Submit resumes for key personnel to the CO for approval: Project Manager, Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Scheduler, Safety Officer, etc. (review the contract document for personnel requirements).

8. Accident Prevention Plan/Safety Plan.

9. The construction contractor (CC) shall provide to the CO a list of contract personnel of the general and subcontractors, who will be emergency contacts, including address, and telephone numbers for use in an emergency. As changes occur and additional information becomes available, the CC shall update the list.

4.2.2 Construction Phase Services

Construction Phase Services shall include, but not be limited to construction; administration of the construction contract and all sub-contracts; coordination of regular construction meetings; CPM scheduling; maintaining construction records including daily logs and monthly reports; monitoring of construction costs; administration of a Quality Control program and related inspection; close-out submittals, including record drawings and O&M at the completion of the project; and other required services specified in the Construction Documents (this Statement of Work & Attachments). The Contractor is responsible for the construction of the facility(s), including timely delivery and project cost control. Construction Phase Services beginning at the issuance of the NTP after the Contract is awarded through construction completion.

4.2.3 Base Items:

The structural steel and metal skin for the Hilco steel buildings is already on site. The anchor bolts are not provided by Hilco or by the government. The contractor shall provide the anchor bolts and all other labor, equipment, and materials necessary to accomplish this project. Plans for the Site-work and Concrete Foundations are included in Attachment A. Plans for the Hilco steel portion of the buildings are provided as Attachment B. The project consists of the following:

Item 1: Erection of a 40’ X 60’ X 16’ prefabricated building A. Install reinforced concrete piers: DBSFRC has already leveled the site and installed a dirt/shale pad, which will serve as the finished floor for the building. However, some minor grading will be required.

The contractor shall install piers (column footings) for each load bearing column, around the entire exterior perimeter of the building. All concrete shall possess a compressive strength of at least 3000 pounds per square inch (psi). The contractor is responsible for excavating the pier holes, placing forms and reinforcement, pouring the piers to the specifications below, and removing and disposing the formwork. The piers shall be formed and poured. The piers typically, shall be 36-inches wide by 36-inches deep with a 24 inch by 24 inch by 6 inch pedestal on top for the column to rest upon with two mats of #6 rebar. Note: the 8” thick perimeter wall footer shown on the drawing sketches for Buildings A, B & C are “Not-In-Contract (N.I.C.)”. Anchor bolts for the piers shall be installed as the piers are being poured. Anchor bolts shall not be drilled and grouted in place after the concrete has cured. Anchor bolts shall be at least 24” long, in either a J or L shape. Anchor bolts, flat washers for anchor bolts, expansion bolts, and concrete embed plates are not part of the Hilco steel building kit, and they are not provided by the government. The contractor shall provide these materials for this project, of appropriate size and strength for the project.

B. Erect Hilco prefabricated steel building: The contractor shall erect the prefabricated Hilco steel building according to the plans, included as Attachments A and B. There will be no installation of roll-up or garage doors as part of this project.

4.3 Government Furnished Equipment\Services

a. The Government will be available to assist with the identification of possible other above ceiling utilities but does not guarantee location of all utilities.

b. The Government will furnish a reasonable amount of electricity and water.

5.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

5.2 Existing Installations / Demolition:

Contractor shall modify existing installations as needed to accommodate the new installation. Contractor shall coordinate demolition / modification of existing installations with Owner. All disturbances of existing systems shall be thoroughly coordinated with the Owner to prevent disconnecting equipment that might jeopardize on-going research.

Owner reserves the right to retain any equipment / materials removed as part of the scope of work. Contractor shall coordinate any equipment / materials to be retained with Owner prior to starting demolition operations. Contractor shall legally dispose all equipment / materials removed that will not be retained.

Contractor shall divert project waste to recycle where practical. The Contractor shall track and document the amount of waste diverted to recycle. The Contractor shall submit diversion documentation as part of closeout. If no waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical.

5.3 Installation: It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to complete work in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and Industry Standards. Additional procedures and materials may be required than is indicated herein. If any item specified herein conflicts with the applicable codes and recommendations, the Contractor shall bring it to the attention of the Contracting Officer Representative for immediate resolution.

5.4 Submittals: Provide manufacturer’s descriptive literature/shop drawings for all materials to the COR for review. The descriptive literature shall be annotated/ highlighted to show its conformance with contract requirements. Submittals are required for all building materials and equipment per Specification 01300, “Submittal Procedures” & Submittal Register; and shall be stamped and/or signed by the general contractor prior to submission to the Government.

Contractor is responsible for any costs incurred for equipment ordered without prior approval.

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

5.6 Protection of Work and Property/Safety Requirements:

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

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

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

5.7 Temporary Facilities:

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

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

5.8 Materials and Equipment:

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

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

5.9 Cleanup: The construction site shall be kept clean and free of debris at all times. Disposal of the old electrical lighting equipment is required. Restore areas disturbed as nearly as possible to the original appearance and condition. Upon completion of the project, and prior to final inspection, the Contractor shall remove from the premises all unused material, trash, and debris resulting from the work to the satisfaction of the COR.

5.10 PROGRESS AND COMPLETION PICTURES

Photographically document site conditions prior to start of construction operations. Provide monthly, and within one month of the completion of work, digital photographs, 1600x1200x24 bit true color minimum resolution in JPEG file format showing the sequence and progress of work.

Take a minimum of 10digital photographs each week throughout the entire project. Submit with the monthly invoice one set of digital photographs cumulative of all photos to date. Photographs shall be provided for unrestricted use by the Government.

5.11 Warranty:

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

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

5.12 Final Payment/Contract Closeout: The following documents are REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PAYMENT (other documents may also be required):

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

b. As-built drawings.

c. Release of liens.

d. Employee payroll\time sheets

e. Invoice

6.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE: The Contract time for this project is 45 calendar days.

7.0 ATTACHMENT DOCUMENTS:

A. Technical Requirements – Maps, Photos and Drawing Sketches.

B1. Hilco Plans for 40’ x 60’ x 16’ Building.

Attachment A

Attachment A - Continued

Attachment B

Attachment B - Continued

40x60 drawings.pdf2 (1).pdf