Exhibit A General Construction Services SOW 10072025.pdf

General Construction Services Statement of Work

SOW DATE: 10/07/2025

PROJECT TITLE: General Construction Services FRA POINT OF CONTACT: G. Jones / J. Kelly COUNTY THAT WORK WILL BE COMPLETED IN: DuPage☒ Kane☒ Fermilab County Line

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this Statement of Work is to outline the requirements, scope, deliverables, and responsibilities for the provision of general construction services to support the continued operation of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) in Batavia, Illinois.

Fermilab regularly has general construction needs that require timely turn around to maintain continued operation of the laboratory. The contract desires to acquire a Subcontractor(s) with a skilled labor force who could perform these tasks in a timely manner.

The Fermilab site is 6,800 acres which includes approximately 375 buildings, trailers and other structures where services could be required. Fermilab is owned by the Department of Energy (DOE) and Operated by the Fermi Forward Discovery Group (FFDG). All work performed under this contract will be in service of furthering the scientific mission of the Fermilab facility.

The purpose of this statement of work (SOW) is to obtain the supervision, expertise, labor, materials, and equipment in relation to the work indicated below.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform general construction services as specified. Work may include, but is not limited to:

• Site preparation and demolition.

• Framing, roofing, and structural work.

• Installation of utilities (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).

• Interior and exterior finishes (painting, flooring, drywall, etc.).

• Landscaping and site restoration.

• Installation of fencing, gates, signage, and other exterior structures.

• Compliance with all applicable building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

FFDG will provide a construction coordinator that will work closely with the Subcontractor and trades people. The Subcontractor shall provide transportation including portal to portal travel time, inclusive of all shipping, handling, and freight costs for equipment, materials, tools, parts, and supplies. Subcontractor mobilization costs are not billable. Subcontractor is allowed to utilize other subcontractors to perform some of the tasks that are required for some of the releases / task orders that are generated.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

The Subcontractor shall furnish all properly qualified management, supervision, personnel, materials, supplies, tools, transportation, and equipment with appropriate accessories (except as provided by FFDG) and shall plan, schedule, coordinate and ensure effective performance of all services described herein. The Subcontractor shall perform tasks in a variety of trades, including but not limited to carpentry, roofing, interior electrical / communications, plumbing, sheet metal, interior / exterior painting, interior finish work, demolition, concrete, masonry, general indoor / outdoor site work, Statement of Work Infrastructure Services Division https://fermipoint.fnal.gov/org/os/FESS/web_docs/Shared%20Documents/Fermilab%20-%20with%20County%20Lines-compressed.pdf welding and other related services of the GENERAL CONSTRUCTION trade covered by the Davis-Bacon Act.

Firm fixed price task orders are typically used when work is fully quantifiable and there are not any uncertainties. All tasks under this contract will be Firm Fixed Price. FFDG will provide a construction coordinator to provide oversight of construction projects completed under this contract.

REQUIREMENTS

1. LABOR, MATERIAL, & SUPPLIES

a. Subcontractor shall be responsible for identifying and furnishing the various craftsmen and equipment, tooling, material, and supplies.

b. Workers assigned projects must be experienced and skilled at their assigned duties.

c. Materials, supplies, and equipment provided must be industry standard quality or higher, and well suited for the purpose for which they are intended. Total cost of ownership, or long-term life cycle cost shall always be the basis for quality level decisions, unless otherwise directed by FFDG.

d. The Subcontractor and any Sub-Subcontractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory standards of employee competency, conduct, and integrity and shall be responsible for taking such disciplinary or other action as may be required, or may be suggested by Fermilab, including employee removal from the Fermilab job site.

e. The Subcontractor's Representative shall be available on a call basis for consultation, preparation of Subcontractor proposals, and discussions relative to Fermilab operational problems. The Subcontractor’s Representative will not bill directly to this subcontract but should be included in the Subcontractor’s overhead rates.

2. QUALITY ASSURANCE

a. Unless otherwise specified by the FFDG Construction Coordinator, the Subcontractor’s on-site supervision will be responsible for quality assurance, including all activities necessary to manage, control, and document work so as to ensure compliance with the Subcontract requirements.

b. The Subcontractor’s responsibility includes ensuring adequate Quality Control services are provided for work accomplished on and off site by his/her organization, suppliers, Sub-tier Subcontractors, technical laboratories, and consultants. The work activities include safety, submittal management, testing and inspection, and all other functions relating to the requirements for quality work. The Subcontractor shall implement a Quality Control program to achieve these goals.

c. The quality and timely provision of workmanship and material provided under this Subcontract shall meet all state, federal, and local construction safety standards.

3. EMERGENCY RESPONSE

a. This Subcontract anticipates service in response to emergency situations at Fermilab. The

Subcontractor’s personnel, equipment, services, supplies, and locally available materials shall be provided within 4 hours when requested.

b. Offeror(s) must be equipped to respond to and staff any emergency work designated by FFDG within four (4) hours of notification. Adequate staffing must be sustained throughout the duration of the emergency effort to ensure timely and effective completion.

4. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION

a. If required, Subcontractor(s) must attend a site visit within 24 to 48 hours of receiving notification.

b. Following the visit, written proposals or quotes should be submitted according to the project’s estimated value:

i. Projects under $25,000: Proposal due within three (3) business days.

ii. Projects under $75,000: Proposal due within five (5) business days.

iii. Projects $75,000 and above: Proposal due within ten (10) business days.

5. TASK ORDERS

a. This contract may require simultaneous work at various site locations, and it is the Subcontractor’s responsibility to schedule and manage such assigned work to assure its timely performance and to also assure that an efficient and economical utilization is being made of all available labor, equipment, materials, and supplies assigned to the work.

Work shall not be started which conflicts with the terms of this Subcontract, and in the event of any apparent conflict, ambiguity, or inconsistency between work and this Subcontract, the Subcontractor shall immediately bring this matter to the attention of the Fermilab Task Manager for resolution.

b. The Subcontractor shall not perform any work which exceeds the dollar ceiling set forth in a Task Release or Task Order.

c. FFP Task Orders and any subsequent changes or modifications shall be issued in writing by FFDG’s Procurement Specialist.

d. Overtime will not be allowed except as specifically authorized by the Rapid Response Office. The Subcontractor shall not perform any work which exceeds the ceiling on the FFP Task Order.

e. Individual FFP Task Orders shall require bonding as defined in Clause 15 - Insurance and Bonds, FermiForward General Terms and Conditions for Construction. No work shall commence against any Task Order until the required bonds or assurances have been submitted to the FFDG Procurement Specialist. Invoices shall include the bonding or assurance cost when applicable.

6. EQUIPMENT AND TOOLING

a. Tools of the Trade. The Subcontractor and any Sub-tier Subcontractor will be required to furnish at his expense the usual tools, equipment, special equipment, personal protective equipment, and equipment supplies common to the general construction trades involved in this work. This requirement includes but is not limited to vehicles used to transport tradesmen, equipment and material, testing and monitoring devices, hand tools and handheld power tools, supplies such as saw blades, drill bits, dies, taps, trouble lights and bulbs, ladders, welders and torch sets, fire extinguishers, and GFI extension cords.

b. Adequate quantities of all tools/equipment shall be provided and readily available for all tradesmen. Costs associated with these items should be included as part of the Subcontractor’s overhead within the labor billing rates. The equipment shall be in good operating condition for the work to be performed, and shall be promptly maintained, and repaired.

c. The Subcontractor shall provide vehicle(s) and portable equipment oil and gasoline.

7. SPECIAL EQUIPMENT

a. The Subcontractor will potentially be asked to furnish specialized equipment to complete tasks. It all must be suitable and in good and if required currently inspected, tested and/or certified operating condition for performing work under this Subcontract.

b. Subcontractor shall operate, maintain, and repair the equipment and provide all operating materials and supplies, including fuels and lubricants, welding and cutting torch tips, wire brushes, friction lighters, goggles, gloves, fireproof clothing, welding curtains, saw blades, drill bits, grinding wheels and discs, chipping hammers, and other related materials and supplies at no additional cost to Fermilab. In case of equipment breakdown, the Subcontractor is responsible for furnishing replacement equipment within twenty-four (24) clock hours at no additional cost to Fermilab.

c. Vehicles shall be fully operable and meet the safety standards of the Illinois Vehicle Code and OSHA.

d. The Subcontractor shall be required to arrange for vehicle refueling. No long-term fuel storage tanks shall be permitted on the Fermilab site. No repairs to vehicles are to be made on the Fermilab site.

e. Upon award, the Subcontractor shall submit a list of vehicles to be used under the Subcontract, listing the make, model, age, and license number of each vehicle. All vehicles shall have legible signage indicating the company name and contact information.

8. SAFETY AND ENVIROMENTAL

a. Subcontractor must perform all work in accordance with all federal, state, and Fermilab safety regulations and requirements.

b. All work shall be performed in accordance with federal, state, and Fermilab environmental regulations and requirements.

9. JOB CLOSEOUT

a. At the closeout of each job, Subcontractor shall perform turnover/closeout with the FFDG Construction Coordinator. Coordinator will validate that all deliverables are complete and the job can be closed.

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

None. The Subcontractor shall provide all tools and supplies necessary to perform the work outlined above.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, Site-wide, Batavia, IL 60510

ESTIMATED SCHEDULE/PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

EST START DATE: 1/1/2026 EST END DATE: 12/31/2030

FFDG will provide a construction coordinator that will work closely with the Subcontractor and trades people. The Subcontractor shall provide transportation including portal to portal travel time, inclusive of all shipping, handling, and freight cost...