Atch 2_Sect 01010 SOW BDOC_16 AUG 10.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

LKTC 10-1029, CONSTRUCT BASE DEFENSE OPERATIONS CENTER

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, NEVADA

OFFICE OF THE BASE CIVIL ENGINEER

(9 Jul 2010)

Summary of Work 01010-2

SPECIFICATION INDEX

Cover Sheet

Specification Index

27 Jun 2002

22 Jun 2007

DOD 5100.76M, 13 Oct 2008

SPECIFICATION INDEX

Specification Index

(5-JAN-2010)

SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

1. PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

Description: Contractor shall furnish all design, labor, equipment, material, manufactured articles, transportation, supervision, and all else necessary to perform all operations in connection with successfully completing this design-build project LKTC 10-1029, Construct Base Defense Operations Center , as specified herein, as required per attached specifications and referenced documents, and as shown on attached project drawings.

1.1.1 Definitions:

1.1.1.1 Contracting Officer: The term Contracting Officer refers to the Contracting Officer or his/her designated representative.

1.1.1.2 Contractor: The term Contractor refers to the general contractor. The general contractor is responsible for all subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants under his employ. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing complete and usable facilities upon the completion of work.

1.1.1.3 Contracting Officer’s Representative: The Base Civil Engineer or his authorized representative is designated as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) (Construction Manager), for the purpose of technical surveillance and evaluation of the work performed under this contract. This designation in no way authorizes anyone other than the Contracting Officer to commit the Government to changes in the terms of the contract.

1.2 LOCATION: The project site is located at Creech AFB, Nevada

1.2.1 Creech AFB is located approximately 55 miles north of Las Vegas, Nevada on Highway US-95. The specific project location is indicated on drawings accompanying this contract.

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.3.1 SCOPE OF WORK: The scope shall include, but not be limited to the following descriptions.

1.3.1.1 Design-Build contractor shall provide all site investigation and design services to include the preparation of complete construction drawings and specifications required for the construction of a 3,000 square-foot, clear span, rigid frame, pre-engineered building (PEB) with reinforced concrete foundation and floor slab. Maximum occupancy is for 10 people working in this facility. The contractor shall design to and submit 35%, 90% and final 100% design drawings for government review and approval. Work includes site preparation and paving, along with the installation of electrical, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, communication, fire protection, and mass notification systems. Building needs two exits for egress IAW Life Safety Code 101. Provide complete and fully functional zoned, split system heat pump for the facility and a dedicated split system heat pump for the communication room. Provide complete electrical power system in addition to support all equipment and occupants. Provide a back-up generator to maintain an uninterrupted power supply to the control centers, Central Security Control area, Armory, and Battle Staff room. Install 2x4 light fixtures with T8 lamps. Exterior lights shall be wall mounted. Provide complete telecommunication system in addition. The facility should be pre-wired for radio systems, data automation systems, alarm receiving equipments, internal communications systems and both dial and direct telephone systems. The facility shall also include, but not limited, to the following requirements:

1.3.1.1.1 Central Security Control Area: (IAW Mil Handbook 1013-1A & AFI 31-101)

· Work stations for 3-security controllers with organized command and control system (2-work consoles with NIPR drops LMR, require multiple outlets in the floor; 1-work console with SIPR drop with plug socket).

· Floor space for electronic equipment, 4-52” monitors requiring high plug socket conduit for camera feeds

· Alarm annunciation equipment requires multi-plug socket conduit.

· Raised floor for running wires. Access floor system shall be “FreeAxez USA” product or approved equal. Concrete floor slab under the access floor shall be recessed and there shall be no difference in elevation where access meets the standard floor.

· Bullet resistant panel walls all around. Walls must go floor to ceiling with no access via drop ceiling.

· Bullet resistant one way window glass (tinted), voice speaker box.

· Secure access door with cipher lock

· Dedicated HVAC to climate control the area.

· Cable TV, LAN/Com, emergency light.

· Minimum space requirement shall be 810 SF

· One exterior door which shall be STC-50 door assembly, and be exit only in case of emergency.

1.3.1.1.2 Armory Area: (IAW AFH 32-1084)

· Armory store SF weapons, ammunition and equipment that meets the requirements identified in DOD 5100.76-M.

· Minimum space requirement shall be 560 SF.

· Walls should consist of 8 inch concrete blocks with no. 4 reinforcing bars threaded through the blocks. Walls will also have horizontal joint resistant at every coarse, or at a minimum 8 inches of brick interlocked between inner and outer coarse. Details shown in AFH 32-1084.

· Reinforcement of the slab should be equal to or more than that provided by the walls

· Floors will be a minimum of 6 inches of concrete construction reinforced with minimum W4 X W4 mesh or equivalent bars.

· Single entry hollow metal door with 14 GA steel skin plate, secured by a key activated high security lock.

· Window opening for weapons issue/turn in must be big enough to hand a M240 Machine Gun through. Window secured by a key activated high security lock, open inward.

· Climate control area to reduce humidity

· Alarm capability, LAN/Com, (see attached sketch ), emergency lighting a

· Multi-plug outlets

· Exterior and interior lighting shall be provided for all arms storage rooms. Light switches and controls will not be accessible to unauthorized personnel.

1.3.1.1.3 Battle Staff Room: (IAW AFH 32-1084)

· Room shall be adjacent to the Central Security Control and will be the command center during emergencies.

· Work stations for 3 personnel, (TWC, Flight Chief, Pass & Registration)

· 1-work console with SIPR Drop with multiple outlet; and 2-work consoles with NIPR/phone drops with multiple plug outlets.

· Cable TV, LAN/phone plug as shown per drawing layout.

· Minimum space requirement shall be 560 SF

· Two fixed interior windows

· Steel door with cipher lock

1.3.1.1.4 Customer Service Area

· Cable TV hook up

· Phone/LAN/Plug socket

· Main entry

· Rough in for surveillance camera

1.3.1.1.5 Restroom

· Women’s with shower

· Men’s with shower

1.3.1.1.6 Communication Room

· Minimum space requirement shall be 70 SF

· Telephone terminal fire rated backboard all four walls

· Lockable equipment cabinet

· Outside access door with cipher lock

· Dedicated HVAC for equipment housed

1.3.1.1.7 Mechanical Room

· Fire Protection Riser

· Electrical panel cabinet

· Mass Notification System panel

· Access door from the outside

· Minimum space requirement shall be 130 SF.

1.3.1.1.8 Storage Room

· Office supply

· Excess computer

· Minimum 2-plug outlets

1.3.1.2 The base exterior color standards are “Travatan” for the main body and “Spanish Brown” for the accent/trim color. All interior walls shall be insulated and the gypsum wallboard textured and painted. The ceiling in the storage room, communications room, mechanical room, and restrooms shall be gypsum wallboard (hard lid). Provide suspended acoustical ceiling tiles (2’x2’) in the offices, Battle Staff room, BDOC room and customer service area. Provide the following floor covering: carpet in the offices; ceramic tile in the in the restrooms; VCT in the rest of the facility. The 99 CES Programs Flight has a set of six pre-approved color boards to pick from.

1.3.1.3 The exterior walls of the PEB shall have a minimum R-value of 19 and the roofing system shall have a minimum R-value of 30.

1.3.1.4 Contractor shall be responsible for field verifying all information provided and shall be responsible for obtaining all information necessary to properly design and construct project. A draft sketch layout is attached for reference and information only. The actual layout and design shall be approved during design process.

1.4 SITE VISIT: Contractors are urged to attend the site visit that will be scheduled by Base Contracting prior to the bid opening. (See Contract FAR Clauses 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions, and 52.236-3, Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work)

1.5 SINGLE, PRIME CONTRACT: The work will be constructed under a single, prime contract.

1.6 PERFORMANCE PERIODS: 108 calendar days for design including government review time and design review conferences plus 180 calendar days for construction.

1.7 NOTICE TO PROCEED:

1.7.1 The performance period for the design segment of this project is 114 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. At the beginning of a project, after bonding has been submitted and approved, the Contracting Officer shall initiate a Notice to Proceed #1 (NTP1) so that the Contractor can perform design, initial material tests, get submittals approved, and mobilize equipment. This shall not occur until after the appropriate bonds have been received by the Contracting Officer after contract award. Note: Provide 12 copies of each design submittal for government review and approval. Two sets of drawings shall be submitted on American National Standards Institute (ANSI) D-size paper; 22”x34” and the remaining ten sets shall be on ANSI B-size paper, 11”x17” and provide four sets on CD for each submittal.

1.7.1.1 Provide a 35% design submittal within 30 calendar days after NTP. After receipt of the 35% design submittal, the government shall have 21 calendar days to distribute the design submittal for review and consolidate the comments from reviewing agencies. Base Contracting will then forward the consolidated comments to the contractor. The contractor will then have 5 calendar days to review the comments and hold a 35% design review meeting, if necessary, to discuss the comments. Any required meeting must be scheduled through Base Contracting Office.

1.7.1.2 Provide a 90% design submittal within 14 calendar days after the 35% design review meeting. After receipt of the 90% design submittal, the government shall have 21 calendar days to distribute the design submittal for review and consolidate the comments from reviewing agencies. Base Contracting will then forward the consolidated comments to the contractor. The contractor will then have 5 calendar days to review the comments and hold a 95% design review meeting, if necessary, to discuss the comments. Any required meeting must be scheduled through Base Contracting Office.

1.7.1.3 Provide a 100% design submittal within 7 calendar days after the 90% design review meeting. After receipt of the 100% design submittal, the government shall have 5 calendar days to ensure all review comments have been incorporated into the design.

1.7.2 The performance period for the construction portion of this project is 180 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. At the beginning of the construction performance window, and if all necessary submittals have been approved by the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer shall initiate Notice to Proceed #2 (NTP2) to allow actual demolition/construction work to begin. If there is no design required, only one NTP will be issued for construction.

1.8 CODES & STANDARDS: All design and construction must be in compliance with the International Building Code (IBC) 2009 Edition, Department of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria Standards (UFC), all Public Laws (P.L.), Executive Orders (E.O.), Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Department of Defense Instructions (DODI), Department of Defense Directives (DODD), and Clark County, State of Nevada, and Federal standards, codes, and laws or other higher authority documents as applicable. Any discrepancies between code or standards provisions and the contract documents shall immediately be brought to the Contracting Officer’s attention, and the more stringent requirements shall apply unless otherwise directed.

1.8.1 COMMUNICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS: The design and construction of the communications system shall comply with the requirements stated in the following documents: Section 27 10 00 Building Telecommunications Cabling System; 38 EIG Handbook 33-01 Communications and Information FIRST FOUR HUNDRED FEET; Engineering Technical Letter (ETL) 02-12: Communications and Information System Criteria for Air Force Facilities; UFC 3-580-01 Telecommunications Building Cabling Systems Planning and Design; Communication Room Wiring Plan. All work under this section shall be performed by and all equipment shall be furnished and installed by a Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) certified telecommunications contractor as described in paragraph 1.3 “Qualifications” of Section 27 10 00. Any conflicts between standards must be brought to the Contracting Officer’s attention and will be resolved through the appropriate 99 CS Plans and Programs office.

1.8.2 OTHER STANDARDS: All project design and construction shall meet the requirements stated in the following documents: Nellis AFB Design Compatibility Guidelines; Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-600-01 Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities; UFC 4-021-01, Mass Notification Systems; UFC 4-010-01 DOD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings.

1.8.3 Contractors shall be responsible for obtaining copies of all items referenced in this paragraph. Department of Defense criteria can be retrieved at: http://cbbs.spk.usace.army.mil.

1.9 WORKING HOURS: See Contract Clause F-101, Normal Hours of Work.

1.10 CREECH AIR FORCE BASE ENTRY

1.10.1 Reference contract clause AFFARS 5352.242-9000, Contractor Access to Air Force Installations, for details on obtaining base access passes for contractor personnel.

1.10.2 Conformance with Regulations/Directives: The Contractor shall conform to base regulations and directives pertaining to security, safety, traffic, fire and personnel clearances, insofar as they pertain to the Contractor's activities as directed by the Contracting Officer.

1.10.3 Enhanced Security Measures: During elevated force protection levels there may be increased security and more restricted access to Creech AFB.

1.10.4 Additional Information: The following procedures and requirements for construction contractors requiring access, if followed, will assist in reducing delays in gaining access to work areas.

1.10.4.1 At Creech AFB, construction contractors may access the base through the Main Gate or the East Gate. However, all commercial vehicles and vehicles larger than pickup trucks will be required to access the base through the East Gate only.

1.10.4.2 Upon arrival at a gate, all vehicle occupants will be required to show identification. A pictured identification such as a driver’s license will be required. The person will be required to identify himself/herself and the firm he/she works for and the information will be verified against the Entry Authority List (EAL) and may then proceed to obtain their long term pass.

1.10.4.3 Personnel cannot show up at the gate without prior notification for access and expect to gain access. Verbal access cannot be provided.

1.10.4.4 Each employee and their vehicle may be subjected to search before entry. Each employee will be expected to comply with all directions provided by security personnel at the access gates. Failure to fully comply with directions provided by security personnel will result in access being denied. Before attempting access, ensure there are no weapons or other prohibited items in the vehicle as they will be confiscated if found. Further, no practical jokes or wise remarks will be tolerated. Security of the base is treated as serious business and full cooperation is required.

1.10.4.5 Once access to the base has been granted, each contractor employee will be expected to proceed to the work site and not go to other facilities except in the performance of their work. Access to the flight line can only be allowed through additional authorization.

1.10.4.6 Expect some delays in gaining access to the base especially between the hours of 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM due to heavy traffic.

1.10.4.7 Gate Hours: Gate hours are subject to change by the Government at any time due to military activities. Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with the Contracting Officer for base access.

1.10.5 Unauthorized Activity: The contractor shall inform all personnel working under his/her jurisdiction (including subcontractor and supplier personnel) that access to areas outside of the immediate work area (excluding cafeterias and restrooms near the work site, direct haul and access routes, Contracting and Civil Engineering offices, and points of supply and storage) is prohibited. Circulation of said personnel will be limited to official business only. Persons engaged in unauthorized reconnaissance of other contractor or government activity will be referred to the Contracting Officer for disposition. Infractions involving possible compromise of national security will be turned over to the FBI for disposition.

1.10.6 BASE REGULATIONS: Contractor employees and visitors are subject to the same restrictions as government personnel.

1.10.6.1 Smoking: Smoking is permitted in designated, outside smoking areas only. No smoking will be allowed within any base facility.

1.10.6.2 Seatbelts: The use of seatbelts by all vehicle operators and passengers is mandatory on Creech AFB and in the state of Nevada. On Creech AFB, vehicle operators and passengers caught not wearing their seatbelt will be issued a traffic citation and may lose their on-base driving privileges.

1.10.6.3 Firearms/Illegal Drugs: No firearms or illegal drugs are allowed to be brought onto Creech AFB. By accepting a vehicle pass, each person gives their consent to a search of their vehicle while it is entering, on, or leaving Creech AFB.

1.10.6.4 Speed Limit: The speed limit on base is 25 MPH; in base housing areas and flight line it is 15 MPH; and in parking lots it is 5 MPH.

1.10.6.5 Cell Phones: Use of non-hands-free cell phones while driving on an Air Force installation is prohibited.

1.10.6.6 Parking: Contractor vehicles and equipment will be parked in common parking areas or as otherwise approved in writing by the Contracting Officer.

1.11 COORDINATING AND SCHEDULING

1.11.1 Work Coordination: In order for the work to progress smoothly and cause minimal difficulties, it will be necessary for the contractor, construction inspector, project engineer, and Contracting Officer to maintain close and active coordination. At all times, the Contractor shall keep the Government informed of when and what work will be accomplished. All work schedules will be coordinated with the appropriate representatives of the Contracting and Technical offices.

1.11.1.1 All work shall be programmed and accomplished in such a manner that causes minimum inconvenience to the government.

1.11.1.2 At least two (2) calendar days prior to testing or closing hidden work, the Contractor shall identify such work and notify the Contracting Officer and Technical Representative when it will be accomplished. If proper inspections are not accomplished as a result of such lack of notification, the Contractor bears the risk of possibly removing completed work and re-accomplishing such uninspected work at no cost to the government.

1.11.2 Progress Schedule: The schedule contemplated by contract clause FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts, shall be accomplished on and in accordance with the instructions pertaining to AF Form 3064 (AF3064), Contract Progress Schedule, and as specified herein.

1.11.2.1 Work percentages shall be plotted weekly, from Saturday through Friday, beginning with the date of receipt of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) through the contract completion date. Once approved, schedules will not be changed without Contracting Officer direction and/or approval.

1.11.2.2 The Work Elements, column B on the AF3064, shall be limited to 11 items and shall begin with the appropriate Bond cost and Design price (if applicable) as item #1. Thereafter, each element shall be identified by the applicable, major element of work (e.g., Site Work, Concrete, Electrical, etc.). The last element will be titled “Close-Out” and will equal 10% of the project.

1.11.2.3 The percentage of each listed work element of the job shall be shown opposite each major work element in Column C of the Contract Progress Schedule and may be expressed in whole numbers or may be carried out to two (2) decimals.

1.11.2.4 In order to assist in evaluating the AF3064, as well as the progress of construction, the contractor shall supplement the AF3064 with a Schedule of Values worksheet which will identify each sub-element of work along with its dollar and percentage values of the project work. A “network analysis system” may be used to supplement the proposed progress schedule.

1.11.2.5 High dollar value material items may be submitted for payment prior to installation in conformance with Contract FAR Clause 52.232-5, Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, and G-804, Payment For High Value Material Items. Such items must be clearly and separately identified in the Schedule of Values (either as a major or sub-element of work) specified in the approved AF3064.

1.11.3 Progress Reports: The report contemplated by contract clause FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts, shall be accomplished on and in accordance with the instructions pertaining to AF Form 3065 (AF3065), Contract Progress Report, and as specified herein.

1.11.3.1 Progress Reports shall be submitted weekly by close of business on the Monday following completion of the previous rating period.

1.11.3.2 Whenever the cumulative percentage of the work is 5% or more below the scheduled percentage, the Progress Report shall be accompanied by a letter of explanation for the delay and a plan detailing how the contractor intends to get back on schedule.

1.11.3.3 Each AF3065 shall be reviewed by the COR for accuracy. Payment shall be authorized based on the Contracting Officer’s determination of percentage complete as reflected on the approved AF3065.

1.12 SUBMITTALS

1.12.1 AF Form 66 (AF66), Schedule of Material Submittals:

1.12.1.1 Reserved

1.12.1.2 If an AF66 is required to be developed with the design documents for the project: The contractor shall develop and provide the AF66 within the timeframes specified. Required submission of the material items listed shall be identified as NTP + XX calendar days. Contractor shall ensure the specified dates provide adequate time to process the requirement and allows sufficient order/receipt time prior to the projected installation date.

1.12.2 AF Form 3000 (AF3000), Material Approval Submittal:

1.12.3 Each submittal shall be transmitted under an AF3000 and shall be prepared in accordance with the Instructions on the reverse of the form and in Section 01300, Submittals.

1.12.3.1.1 Variance from contract requirements: Whenever materials or drawings are required to be submitted by the Contractor for approval, and the material or drawings submitted are at variance with the specifications or Government drawings, but are approved by the Contracting Officer inadvertently and without consciousness of the variance, then the approval shall not be final unless the Contractor expressly noted on the submittal that "This material or drawing varies from specifications in the following aspects."

1.12.3.2 Reserved

1.13 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED-PROPERTY (GFP): Government Furnished Property (GFP) includes both Government-Furnished-Material (GFM) and Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) and is defined as material or equipment owned by the Air Force that is being furnished to the Contractor to be used in the execution of the contract. If authorized and provided under the contract:

1.13.1 Inventory: GFP shall be inventoried jointly by the Contracting Officer and the Contractor to document the condition, quantity, etc. prior to exchange.

1.13.2 Responsibility: Once the Contractor takes possession, the GFP becomes the Contractor’s responsibility and they will be held liable for loss, damage, destruction, or theft of GFP.

1.13.3 Return: GFE shall be promptly returned to the government upon completion of the activity.

1.13.4 Excess: All excess GFM (i.e., property that may be consumed or expended during the performance of a contract) shall be returned to the government, unless otherwise noted in the contract documents.

1.14 HAUL ROUTE

1.14.1 Specified Haul Route: The Contractor shall follow specified haul routes for this project, unless otherwise directed. The Contractor may make changes to the route only with the prior approval of the Contracting Officer at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall restore the area to its original condition at the end of the contract period unless specific, written approval has been granted by the Contracting Officer.

1.14.2 Haul Route Cleanup: Refer to paragraph “Cleanup”.

1.15 MATERIAL STORAGE

1.15.1 Storage Area: Unless otherwise indicated, no on-base storage facilities are available for contractor owned supplies, tools, materials or equipment. Buildings and structures which are part of the contract may be used for storage providing the space is not required for government occupancy and the contractor accepts full responsibility for the material stored therein. The Contractor shall be responsible from protecting all construction materials from weather damage.

1.15.2 Storage Site: the Contracting Officer shall designate a storage site for contractor-owned supplies, tools, materials, and/or equipment in close proximity to the jobsite. All job equipment and material not in use, but to be installed in or used on the project by the Contractor may only be stored in this area. Security for the equipment and material storage shall be by the Contractor at his risk. Contractor shall install and maintain temporary fencing around storage area. Fence shall be a minimum of 6 feet high and have tan screening material so visibility through fence is obstructed. Fence shall be of sufficient strength to withstand imposed wind loads, shall remain in place for the duration of the contract, and be removed at the end of the contract at the contractor’s expense. Site shall be returned to its original condition.

1.16 UTILITIES SERVICES

1.16.1 Water and Electricity: In accordance with Contract FAR Clause 52.236-14, Availability y and Use of Utility Services, all reasonable amounts of domestic water and electricity will be made available to the Contractor by the Government from existing system outlets and supplies. Normal quantities of electricity and water necessary to make final tests of completely installed systems will be furnished by the Government. With prior coordination with the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall be given access to water hydrants to obtain water for construction activities. The Contractor shall provide and install a double back flow preventer with meter to all water hydrants made available to them for project use.

1.16.2 Telephone: Commercial telephone lines are not available to the contractor. Separate communication arrangements must be made by the Contractor as necessary.

1.16.3 Temporary Utility Connections: The Contractor shall, at his own expense, make all temporary connections and install distribution lines. The Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officer a complete system layout drawing showing type of materials to be used and method of installation for all temporary electrical systems. All temporary lines shall be maintained by the Contractor in a workmanlike manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer and shall be removed and the area restored to its original (or better) condition by the Contractor prior to final acceptance of the construction. The point of connection shall be coordinated with the Government technical representative prior to connection. If additional outlets are needed they will be provided at the Contractor's expense.

1.17 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT: The Mike O’Callaghan Federal Hospital (MOFH) will provide emergency medical treatment to employees of the Contractor for injuries incurred while working at Nellis AFB NV. The Contractor will be required to reimburse the Government at an established rate for non-beneficiaries in accordance with DOD Regulation 6010.15. After receiving initial emergency treatment, the Contractor will provide the hospital with the name of a physician and/or hospital to which injured personnel can be transferred for further treatment and care. Follow-on care after initial emergency treatment will not be provided. There are very limited medical services available at Creech AFB and on the NTTR.

1.18 SECURITY:

1.18.1 Physical Security: The Contractor shall provide physical security for the materials and work under his control, and shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer when equipment, material or work area is damaged.

1.18.2 Security Personnel: If the Contractor elects to provide security personnel, Contractor security personnel will not carry weapons on base (including MACE and night sticks). It is the responsibility of the Contractor to notify security police, through the Contracting Officer, of security personnel who will be in the area.

1.18.3 Communications: In accordance with Air Force Instruction 33-211, all communications with DOD organizations are subject to communications security (COMSEC) review. Contractor personnel will be aware telephone communications networks are continually subject to intercept by unfriendly intelligence organizations. The DOD has authorized the military departments to conduct COMSEC monitoring and recording of telephone calls originating from, or terminating at, DOD organizations. Therefore, civilian contractor personnel are advised any time they place a call to, or receive a call from, a USAF organization, they are subject to COMSEC procedures. The contractor will assume the responsibility for ensuring wide and frequent dissemination of the above information to all employees.

1.19 SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION

1.19.1 General: Compliance with the current U.S. Army Corps of Engineers "Safety and Health Requirements Manual", EM 385-1-1; Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Public Law 1910 and 1926; Air Force Occupational Safety and Health (AFOSH) standards, and current Nellis AFB safety regulations is mandatory. The prime Contractor shall be held responsible to insure that his/her workforce and any subcontractor or supplier workforce comply with the above safety requirements.

1.19.2 Personnel Safety: Adequate protection of all persons shall be provided at all times. Work shall proceed in a manner to prevent hazard.

1.19.3 Temporary Barriers: Contractor shall install and maintain temporary barriers around construction work areas to prevent unauthorized personnel from area.

1.19.4 Road Closures/Lane Restrictions: The Contractor shall be responsible for submitting a closure/lane restriction plan to contracting for approval at least 30 days in advance of any anticipated closure/restriction. All road closures and/or lane restrictions need to be properly advertised to base personnel and retirees which require three weeks’ notice to be placed in the necessary publications. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing and placing all barricades, lighting, closure markers and safety devices during any a road work.

1.19.5 Safety Briefings: Contractors operating on base will be responsible to brief and ensure their employees, subcontractors, and suppliers comply with all traffic rules and regulations as well as entry procedures.

1.19.6 Security Police: All instructions given by Security Police personnel will be complied with immediately. All on-base traffic rules are contained in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 31-204, Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision.

1.19.7 Equipment and Tools: Equipment to be used on the project shall be safe and in good operating condition. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to inspect any on-base equipment and reject such equipment if he considers it unsafe, in poor operating condition, or inappropriate for work.

1.19.8 Explosive Operated Hand Tools: The Contractor shall comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) Standard 1910.215(c) when utilizing explosive operated hand tools. Storage of explosive cartridges on the installation will be in metal containers and limited to one day’s supply. The contractor will provide adequate controls to prevent loss/theft of cartridges used and stored on the installation.

1.19.9 Use of Radioactive Devices on Government Property: Under no circumstances will an unlicensed radioactive device be used on the base. Prior to using a radioactive device (i.e., soil or asphalt density meter) on government property, the contractor shall submit an application to the Contracting Officer for approval by the Base Radiation Protection Officer (99th Medical Group/SGPB). In accordance with Nellis AFB Instruction 48-101, the application shall be submitted thirty (30) to sixty (60) calendar days prior to the anticipated use and will consist of the following:

1.19.9.1 A copy of the appropriate NRC license or State Permit to operate/own the radioactive device.

1.19.9.2 A copy of the operator's qualifications and/or radiation safety training.

1.19.9.3 Radiation dosimetry results for the operator for the past calendar year.

1.19.9.4 A statement of the expected start date and the length of the contract (task order).

1.19.9.5 A statement of expected storage and security requirements or other peculiar needs of the contractor.

1.19.9.6 Copies of the last two leak tests.

1.20 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION

1.20.1 Creech AFB Fire Regulations: The Contractor shall comply strictly with the base fire regulations and become thoroughly familiar with and brief employees and subcontractors on the fire safety requirements applicable to this contract.

1.20.2 Welding Permit: No welding, cutting or open flame will be permitted without obtaining a Welding/Cutting/Burning Permit issued by the Base Fire Department, Bldg 85. This permit shall be requested by the Contractor a minimum of one workday prior to required need. A permit must be obtained each time any welding, cutting, or open flame is required.

1.20.3 Clean-Up: The Contractor shall at all times maintain good housekeeping practices to reduce the risk of fire damage. All scrap materials, rubbish, and trash shall be removed daily from, in, and about the site. No debris shall be permitted to be scattered on adjacent property.

1.20.4 Fire Extinguishers: The Contractor shall provide fire extinguishers in accordance with the recommendations of the base fire regulations. Proper type fire extinguisher shall be available at each location where cutting and welding is being performed. Where electric or gas welding or cutting is done, interposed shields of incombustible material shall be used to protect against fire damage due to sparks and hot metal.

1.21 ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION: All work and Contractor operations shall comply with the requirements imposed by all applicable Federal, State, local, and base regulations and permits concerning environmental protection. The contractor shall submit a copy of a grading and dust permit obtained from Clark County, Nevada, for landscaping, grading, and trenching. Contractor shall pay for and obtain all Federal, State, local, and base permits required for the successful execution of the project. The time required to process and receive such permits is included in the performance period. The project schedule shall reflect time required to acquire permits prior to commencing work on any affected work.

1.21.1 Hazardous Materials

1.21.1.1 Definitions: Any material defined as hazardous under the latest version of Federal Standard No. 313, or any item or class of items covered in the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) tracking requirements, OSHA HAZCOM Standard, and all Class I, and Class II ODS (Ozone Depleting Substances). The following items are a few examples of type of products that may be required to be track in the Air Force Environmental Management Information System (AF-EMIS):

1.21.1.1.1.1 Items with the flash-point of 141 degrees or below.

1.21.1.1.1.2 All paints, Lacquer, Enamels, and Thinners (water-based, non-lead, non-polyurethane Latex paints are exempt from HAZMART tracking, however, MSDS is still required).

1.21.1.1.1.3 Adhesive, Sealants, Glues, some types of caulking.

1.21.1.1.1.4 Some Cleaning Supplies: Bleach, some types of glass cleaner, Drain cleaners, some floor waxes & stripers and others.

1.21.1.1.1.5 Pesticides, Insecticides, Herbicides, Fungicides. Usages of these products are to be used only if specifically specified in the contract, otherwise usage of these materials is not permitted on the base. Usage must be reported to 99 CES/CEOUE, Building 1037. Phone number: 652-5613.

1.21.1.1.1.6 Compressed gases.

1.21.1.1.1.7 Any type of material with a PH of 2 and below or 10.5 and above.

1.21.1.2 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): Prior to use, the Contractor shall submit MSDS for chemical or hazardous materials as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation clause 52.223.3, Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data, as a submittal item. Each MSDS shall be submitted in 3 copies, and the Contractor shall retain a copy for on-site use. All hazardous materials must be authorized before being used or brought on to the job site.

1.21.1.3 Hazardous Materials Authorization Procedures for Contractors: The Contractor is responsible for the proper handling and management of all hazardous waste generated from his/her work. The contractor will be held fully liable for any contractor activity/non-activity that results in a Notice of Violation (NOV) or any other regulatory penalty. Contractors using hazardous material (HAZMAT) on NAFB must comply with the authorizations procedures described below and in conformance with AFI 32-7086, 2.5.5.

1.21.1.3.1 Contractors must provide to the Nellis AFB Contracting office, as a submittal item, a list of proposed hazardous materials (HAZMAT), including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) that it plans to use on the installation during the performance of the contract. The Contracting officer/administrator will then forward this information to the Quality Assurance (QA) evaluator or Inspector.

1.21.1.3.2 This information will be forwarded to the HAZMART office (Building 811) by the Inspector. HAZMART office will review the information and determine which contractor-identified materials need to be tracked.

1.21.1.3.3 For each contractor-identified HAZMAT that does not meet the Air Force definition of a HAZMAT, these requirements do not apply.

1.21.1.3.4 For each contractor-identified HAZMAT that does meet the Air Force definition of a HAZMAT, the HAZMART office will notify the Inspector of the material requiring authorization and tracking. An AFEMIS worksheet will be completed and submitted as a submittal item to the Contracting Officer. The following information is required to be provided for each hazardous material used on base: Material Name, Manufacturer, Unit of Issue, and the amount used. If requested, The HAZMART office can assist the Contractor in completing the AF-EMIS worksheet.

1.21.1.3.5 The HAZMART office will enter the contractor supplied information into the HAZMAT tracking system to generate an AF Form 3952.

1.21.1.3.6 The Contractor will be issued tracking labels (barcodes) to assist in tracking and reporting the material used during the performance of the contract. It is encouraged that the labels be affixed to the material. A Form 3952 will also be issued for the Contractors files. Copies of the AF Form 3952 must be kept on-site for the duration of the project. The contractor will be added to the authorized users list (AUL) by the HAZMART office.

1.21.1.3.7 Contractor will be required to report to the inspector on a monthly basis (by the 5th of the month) and within 10 working days after the completion of the project, the material used (see Contractor’s Monthly Hazmat Usage Report).

1.21.1.3.8 Inspector will forward this information to the HAZMART by the 10th of every month.

1.21.1.3.9 HAZMART office will assist the QA, Inspector, and Contractor in any way possible and to answer any questions.

1.21.1.3.10 Material brought on the installation that was not originally identified by the contractor must be authorized. MSDS and other related information, provided by the contractor, must be given to the HAZMART office.

1.21.1.3.11 Hours of operation for the HAZMART are 0700 to 1600 hours Monday through Friday, Building 811. HAZMART phone numbers: 652-9856 or 652-4352.

1.21.1.3.12 Webpage: https://wwwmil.nellis.af.mil/units/99CES/environmental/hazmart&cap.htm

1.21.2 Asbestos and Lead Based Paint:

1.21.2.1.1 Ten (10) days prior to the removal of any asbestos from any government facility, the Contractor shall obtain and submit an approved copy of the asbestos demolition permit to the Contracting Officer.

1.21.2.1.2 The Contractor shall not install any asbestos containing material or apply paint containing lead. If such material is detected, the Contractor shall remove it and replace it with acceptable material at no additional cost to the government.

1.21.2.1.3 The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer and/or COR when encountering any material which is suspected of containing asbestos or lead-based-paint.

1.21.3 Dust Control

1.21.3.1 Dust Control Permit: The Contractor shall be held responsible for dust control as defined by Clark County, State of Nevada Ordinances. A Dust Control Permit is required to be obtained from the District Board of Health of Clark County and submitted to the Government for all construction activity (including but not limited to grading, clearing and grubbing operations, trenching, and any disturbance of the topsoil) involving more than one-quarter acre of land or 100 linear feet of trenching. All processing fees associated with obtaining a dust permit shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.21.3.1.1 Government Coordination: The contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer for coordination the application for the dust permit. After coordination has been completed, the contractor will proceed with obtaining the permit.

1.21.3.1.2 Permit: A copy of the approved permit shall be provided to the Contracting Officer who will provide a copy to the Nellis AFB Air Program Manager.

1.21.3.2 Excessive Dust: If in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, excessive dust is generated by the construction effort, the Contractor shall stop activity until adequate dust control measures are provided, at no cost to the Government.

1.21.4 Authority to Construct Permit: Before construction begins, the Contractor shall acquire an Authority to Construct (ATC) permit from Clark County for all installed equipment or units that has the potential to emit Carbon Monoxide (CO), Nitrogen Oxides (NOx), Sulfur Oxides (SOx), Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) or Particulate Matter less than 10 microns (PM10). Contractor shall coordinate the permitting process with the Nellis Air Program Manager through the Contracting Officer. Approval process through Clark County can take an extended amount of time and should be initiated early in the project.

1.21.5 Storm Water Construction Permit (Soil Erosion): The Contractor shall provide protective barriers to prevent soil erosion on all required excavations. The Contractor shall provide environmental protection to prevent sediment drainage of silts into storm drains. Contractor shall minimize disturbed area, stockpile excavated soils, and protect excavated soils from wind and water erosion. If one (1) acre or more of total area is disturbed, including equipment lay down area, Contractor shall obtain a Nevada Storm Water Construction Permit by electronically submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI) to the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) and preparing a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Contractor shall coordinate the submittal with the Nellis Storm Water Manager through the Contracting Officer.

1.21.6 Protection of Water Resources: The Contractor shall not pollute any streams, rivers, or waterways through direct discharge or by storm water runoff. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws.

1.21.7 Waste and Disposal:

1.21.7.1 There are no waste or disposal areas available on the base property. The Contractor shall make arrangements at an off-base location in accordance with local and state codes for disposal of waste generated from the site. All waste materials (i.e., solid, liquid, and gaseous) generated by any work under the contract shall be handled, transported, stored, and disposed of by the contractor and by his subcontractors at all times in accordance with all applicable Federal, state, or local laws, ordinances, regulations, court orders, or other types of rulings having the effect of the law, including, but not limited to the following:

1.21.7.1.1 Executive Orders 12088 as amended by E.O. 13143, 12580, 11988, and 11990;

1.21.7.1.2 Clean Air Act, (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671);

1.21.7.1.3 Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387);

1.21.7.1.4 Endangered Species Act (16 U.S.C. Sec 1531-1544);

1.21.7.1.5 Toxic Substances Control Act (15 U.S.C. Sec 2601-2671);

1.21.7.1.6 National Historic Resources Protection Act (16 U.S.C. Sec 740-470w-6);

1.21.7.1.7 Solid Waste Disposal Act (42 U.S.C. 6901-6991);

1.21.7.1.8 Archaeological Resources Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 470aa-470-11);

1.21.7.1.9 Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f - 300j);

1.21.7.1.10 Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (7 U.S.C. 136-136y);

1.21.7.1.11 Sikes Act Administration Regulations (29 CFR 1910);

1.21.7.1.12 Environmental Protection Agency regulations (40 CFR 50-87, 110, 112, 122, 136, 141-13, 162, 165, 166, 171, 240-246, 260-271, 280, 300, 302, 355, 370, 372, 403, 405-471, and 761);

1.21.7.1.13 Department of Transportation regulations (49 CFR 171-177);

1.21.7.1.14 Nevada Revised Statutes (Title 40, Sections 445.131-445.710 and 459.400-856); and

1.21.7.1.15 Nevada Administrative Code provisions implementing those code sections; and environmental planning, assessment, monitoring, and regulatory compliance provisions of the county codes of Clark, Lincoln, and Nye Counties.

1.21.7.2 The Contractor shall be responsible to monthly submit:

1.21.7.2.1 All dump receipts to the Contracting Officer, and

1.21.7.2.2 An estimated quantity of material that is going to be recycled.

1.21.8 Spills:

1.21.8.1 Should any hazardous substance or oil spills occur on this project, in addition to containing and removing such spill, the Contractor shall:

1.21.8.1.1 During normal working hours, immediately report all spills in quantities of five (5) gallons or more to the Asset Management Office at 652-4123 or 652-6106.

1.21.8.1.2 After 4:30 p.m. or on weekends, immediately contact the Nellis Command Post at 6522446.

1.21.8.1.3 Forward a written, completed spill report to the Contracting Officer within three (3) working days after the occurrence.

1.21.8.1.4 All contaminated material shall be removed, transported and disposed of in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies. The contractor shall also submit a copy of all permits and disposal certificates to the Contracting Officer as a submittal item for review. All costs incurred for the disposal of contaminated soils, as a result of Contractor negligence or error, will be the Contractor’s responsibility.

1.21.9 Historical/Archaeological Artifacts: The Integrated Cultural Resources Management Plan (2007, page V) provides guidance on the discovery of historical or archaeological artifacts. If artifacts, features, or structural remains are discovered during, but not exclusive to, mission actions, personnel should implement the following:

1.21.9.1 Activities at the location should immediately cease and efforts should be taken to ensure protection until arrival of the Cultural Resources Manager;

1.21.9.2 The site shall be marked to provide efficient relocation, while also taking efforts to minimize the types of signs that would attract personnel, thereby placing the location in additional danger;

1.21.9.3 It is illegal to collect or disturb archaeological materials under the Archaeological Protection Act, thus artifacts shall be left in place;

1.21.9.4 The Cultural Resources Manager shall be notified within 24 hours of discovery (99 CES/CEAN (702) 652-9365 or 4123); and

1.21.9.5 Personnel should make efforts to be available to…