Erwin Fence Repair-Replacement SOW - WRB.docx

Scope of Work Perimeter Fence Erwin NFH

General Information:

1. Work

The term “Work” includes all labor, materials, equipment and services required of the CONTRACTOR, as shown, described or inferred in the Contract Documents. The CONTRACTOR is only to use its own forces and/or Erwin NFH/FWS construction representative approved sub-trades to undertake the Work. The CONTRACTOR may not sub out further work without the prior written consent of the FWS, such consent to be granted at the discretion of the FWS.

2. Work, Licenses, Permits and Inspection

The CONTRACTOR agrees to do all work in accordance with the plans, specifications, and performance standards and in accordance with good building practice, any, and all civic, municipal, and federal laws and codes pertaining thereto and to the satisfaction of the FWS. The CONTRACTOR further agrees to obtain all licenses required in connection with his work and to inform the site superintendent of the date and time of work will be ready for inspection as well as the nature of the inspection.

3. LIABILITY INSURANCE

The CONTRACTOR shall provide and maintain, at his expense, a minimum of $___10,000________ general liability insurance against claims made for damages for personal injury or property damage by reason of anything done or not done by the CONTRACTOR, its employees or agents, in connection with the performance of this Agreement. Proof that the FWS and the CONSTRUCTION MANAGER are named insured is required upon successful awarding of the contract.

4. HEALTH & SAFETY PLAN

The CONTRACTOR acknowledges that he has read the health and safety plan and agrees with the content and the intent of the manual. In the interest of the health and safety of the site workers, the CONTRACTOR further agrees to comply with all aspects of Management Health and Safety Manual as well as all Workers Compensation Act and work safe regulations and requirements.

General Site Maintenance

1. The CONTRACTOR shall clean up, remove, and dispose of all debris associated with this work at an off-site disposal and/or recycling center. Maintain cleanliness of the property at all times.

2. All work, including start-up of equipment, is to be performed during regular working hours.

3. It is the intent of this contract that all work performed by the CONTRACTOR is to be complete and functional in all respects meeting all applicable codes and requirements and to the final approval of local governing authorities having jurisdiction.

4. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for protecting the work of other trades from any damage caused by his own work forces;

5. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for safety compliance and enforcement as it relates to this scope of work.

General Responsibilities

1. The CONTRACTOR is responsible to familiarize himself with the site and point out any potential problems before starting the job.

2. The awarding of this Contract shall be based on the assurance that adequate, qualified manpower will be provided to carry out this scope of work, and work will be commenced and completed as per the Project Schedule, as revised from time to time by the Construction Manager.

3. The CONTRACTOR shall provide additional labor, including safety personnel, for overtime and Saturday work as required from time to time to comply with Project Schedule at no additional cost to the ERWIN NFH/FWS.

4. The CONTRACTOR shall cooperate with other trades to ensure a smooth and safe flow of work. Provide a plan detailing sequencing of work to the construction representative.

5. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with all requirements for safety procedures, reports, and meetings in accordance with applicable regulations, bylaws, and safety programs.

6. The CONTRACTOR agrees that the ERWIN NFH/FWS is not responsible for fire, theft, loss and/or vandalism of any of the CONTRACTOR’s tools, equipment, materials, supplies and/or work in progress.

5. PERIMETER FENCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR

A. To supply all labor, material, supervision, tools and equipment for a complete security perimeter fence for ERWIN NFH at 520 Federal Hatchery Road, Erwin, TN 37650 in accordance with quote and plan submitted and satisfactory to the ERWIN NFH/FWS.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible to ensure that any revisions and/or alternates to the contract plans and specifications proposed by the CONTRACTOR are submitted to, and approved by the ERWIN NFH, FWS staff.

C. The CONTRACTOR confirms that he/she is an expert in this field of work and is fully knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of procedures, methods, regulations, codes and municipal requirements and the CONTRACTOR further acknowledges that the Erwin NFH, FWS is relying on this expertise.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for and must ensure that all equipment installed, is inspected, and all required reports and schedules are submitted in a timely manner to the ERWIN NFH, FWS staff.

E. The CONTRACTOR shall provide industry standard warranty and manufacturer’s warranty.

F. Work shall include but not necessarily be limited to the following:

1. Excavation of existing dirt, rock, debris that is currently impeding the existing security fence. Removal of solid rock is not anticipated. Areas along the fence where large amounts of material must be removed that could potentially impact adjacent property should be thoroughly discussed with the FWS Representative prior to excavation.

2. Clear a 5’ strip on the hatchery side of the fence of brush and trees less 6” in diameter. All brush, vines, vegetation growing within the fence shall be removed.

3. Repair and/or replace the top rail of the fence in areas that are damaged or missing. This includes mechanically connecting the existing fence to the repaired/replaced top rail.

4. The CONTRACTOR acknowledges that this scope of work has been prepared with the intention that all aspects of a fence repair/replacement, as required for the project, are included and specified as the “Work”.