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BASE FENCE

INDEFINITE DELIVERY INDEFINITE QUANTITY

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

FENCING REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT

AT

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, UT

LITTLE MOUNTAIN TEST ANNEX

UTAH TEST AND TRAINING RANGE

23 July 2013

SECTION I

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.0 OBJECTIVE: This is an Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) Contract for the execution of a broad range of maintenance, repair and minor construction fence projects affecting real property at Hill Air Force Base (HAFB), as well as facility locations at Little Mountain Test Annex, Utah (LM), and Utah Test and Training Range (UTTR). Task Orders (TO) will be issued under this contract to define specific project requirements involving construction.

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK: The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to design, manage, and accomplish a broad range of repair, alteration, and/or new construction work on real property for both interior and exterior fence projects at HAFB, LM, and UTTR in accordance with this Statement of Work (SOW), each TO SOW, all Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?c=3, and all Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?o=29&c=4. The projects will include tasks in a variety of trades including, but not limited to, demolition, site work, excavation, cast-in-place concrete, structural steel, electrical, painting, road repair, and other specialty work. The contractor may be required to perform work not anticipated at the time of award, but within the original scope of work. Additional tasks may include emergency fencing projects, fence repairs or replacement. The contractor must be capable of having their people on site at Hill AFB within two hours of being called for emergencies on a separate emergency TO.

1.2 PROJECT ADMINISTRATION:

1.2.1 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.2.1.1 Contract Manager: The Contractor shall provide a contract manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate, who shall act on behalf of the Contractor when the manager is absent, shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer (CO). The CO shall be notified of any future changes to the names of the designated person(s).

1.2.1.1.1 The contract manager shall be responsible for the overall management of all tasks performed under this contract and shall be the primary point of contact for contractual issues. The contract manager shall be assigned by the contractor upon award of the contract. He/She shall be responsible for ensuring that effective systems are developed to meet the objectives of the required tasks. The contract manager shall also ensure that quality work is completed on schedule and within the allocated budget.

1.2.1.1.2 The contract manager shall have full authority to act on behalf of the Contractor on all contractual matters relating to the daily operation of this contract. The contract manager and/or alternate shall be available during normal duty hours, within one workday, to meet with Government personnel to discuss problem areas and shall be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

1.2.1.2 Emergency Contact Information: The Contractor shall provide the CO and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) with the names of a primary and alternate contract manager with telephone numbers, in case of emergency. The Contractor is responsible for updating the CO and COR if their emergency contact information changes.

1.2.1.3 Standards Of Dress: The Contractor’s employees shall present a clean, neat appearance and be easily recognized as contractor employees. This may be accomplished by wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company and/or by wearing appropriate badges which contain the company name and the employee’s name. Clothing or badges shall be provided by the Contractor.

1.2.1.4 Removal Of Contractor’s Employees: The contractor agrees to utilize only experienced, responsible and capable people in the performance of work. The CO may require that the Contractor remove from the Government job employees who endanger persons or property whose continued employment under this contract is inconsistent with the interest of military security, or who are determined by the CO or COR as being incapable of rendering the services IAW this SOW.

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1.2.1.5 Badging/Credentials: Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel, and for prompt return of credentials to the Security Forces, Pass and Registration Office, for any employee who no longer requires access to the work site.

1.2.1.5.1 At the termination or completion of the contract, or upon the expiration of credentials (if any such expirations are specified), the Contractor shall ensure that all base identification credentials for all contractor and subcontractor employees are returned to the Security Forces, Pass and Registration Office.

1.2.1.5.2 Prior to submitting an invoice for final payment, the Contractor shall obtain a clearance certification from the issuing Pass and Registration Office which states that all base identification credentials have been returned or "accounted for." This certification shall be attached to the final invoice at the time of submittal for payment. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in withholding final payment.

1.2.1.5.3 Any non–US citizen not in possession of a “Green Card” will not be allowed base access without the CO first clearing the employee through the Foreign Disclosure Office OO-ALC/LGMS, Bldg. 1209, 777-6857 or 777-6858.

1.2.1.5.4 When contract performance requires unescorted entry (no access to classified information) to a Restricted Area" on a military installation, contractor personnel requiring unescorted entry must meet the investigative requirements of AFI 31-501, USAF Personnel Security Program. Contractor employees not meeting these requirements will be provided escort as determined by the CO in coordination with the Chief, Security Forces Division of the military installation involved.

1.2.1.5.5 Follow the guidance in AFI 31-101, Installation Security Program, when work requires unescorted entry to controlled areas. The Contractor shall request AF Form 2586, Unescorted Entry Authorization Certificate, from the 75 ABW Security Manager, Bldg 593 North, for each employee for which a controlled area badge is required. Contractor employees with controlled area badges are required to escort contractor employees without badges, at all times, in and out of controlled areas. If it becomes necessary to establish a free zone for the Contractor, it shall be approved in writing by the installation commander. The free zone shall have clearly defined boundaries. It is recommended the free zone begin at some point in the boundary of the controlled area, which enables entry by the Contractor and other authorized personnel. The free zone shall be closed during non-duty hours. The boundaries of the free zone shall be under surveillance by the OPR for the area or designated responsible activity. Complete and submit AF Form 2586 for each of the firm’s employees and for each subcontractor employee who must have access to a controlled or restricted area. The Prime Contractor shall ensure that all contractor personnel including subcontractors attend the Explosive Safety Briefing.

An Explosive Safety Awareness Statement signed by those requesting badges is required prior to processing AF Form 2586. The Weapon Safety Monitor will provide the CO copies of the awareness statements. The Security Forces Pass and Registration Office, upon issuance of the appropriate badge for AF Form 2586, will provide the original completed AF Form 2586 to the individual receiving the badge. The original form shall be given to the CO for accountability. Complete the training requirement for line badges: Security Education and Motivation Phase I and II.

1.2.2 TO MANAGEMENT: The contractor shall implement the full range of construction activities as specified in each TO and in accordance with all applicable compliance documents. The contractor shall supply all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to accomplish the work assigned unless otherwise specified in each TO.

The contractor shall perform management and planning functions, including performance measurement and fund status reporting, through the course of this contract.

1.2.2.1 Schedule: The contractor shall maintain a detailed working schedule that facilitates the management of the project work and provides the capability for early identification of potential schedule impacts. The schedule shall include negotiated baseline dates and current schedule projections. The current schedule shall be maintained and updated at least monthly to accurately reflect program progress and provide realistic forecast projections. The contractor shall provide schedule updates at either a detailed level or a summary level as requested by the CO or Project Manager (PM). Additionally, schedule updates that reflect actual schedule progress shall be submitted on AF IMT 3065 or as approved by the CO. Specific schedule and report requirements will be identified in each TO.

1.2.2.2 Period of Performance: The period of performance will be stated on each individual TO.

1.2.2.3 Meetings: The contractor shall perform a site visit and/or attend a pre-proposal conference, a post-award conference, pre-performance conference, or pre-construction conference as specified in the TO. The contractor also shall attend and/or support meetings and teleconferences to discuss technical or regulatory issues and project progress and status. The purpose of the meetings include, but are not limited to, contract discussion, progress reviews, planning, design reviews, construction reviews, project status, and the general exchange of information concerning current and future activities. The contractor shall prepare briefings with all applicable material and minutes for all meetings attended.

1.2.2.4 Notification: The contractor shall notify the CO and PM of critical issues that may affect the contract performance and/or human health and the environment. The types of issues that require notification include, but are not limited to, health risks, spills, improper utility location, differing site conditions, changes in critical personnel, and identification of hazardous materials, e.g. asbestos.

1.2.2.5 Permits: The contractor shall develop, coordinate, and assist in applying for and obtaining all, federal, state, local, and other applicable permits, access (including off-base easements and leases), agreements, licenses, and certifications required to perform and complete each TO. The Contractor shall maintain a library of these documents at the contractor’s site office on base as well as the corporate facility handling each TO. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable permit conditions.

1.2.2.6 Remote Sites: The Contractor shall perform work as specified per TO at remote locations. The Contractor shall be responsible for all personnel, supplies, equipment, materials, and infrastructure (including, but not limited to, potable water, utility systems, housing, dining, transportation, and medical care) when there are no facilities and services available.

1.2.2.7 Work Site Coordination: The Contractor shall coordinate work site activities to ensure the protection of human health and the environment; the prevention of damage to property, utilities, materials, supplies, and equipment; and the avoidance of work interruptions.

1.3 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION:

1.3.1 CO: Government official authorized to enter into, make changes to, or terminate contracts on behalf of the US Government. COs are responsible for ensuring performance of all necessary requirements of the contract, to ensure compliance with the terms of the contract, and safeguard the interests of the US Government in its contractual relationships.

1.3.2 COR: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance in writing by the appointed COR(s) that monitor performance to ensure services are received. The Government representative will evaluate the Contractor’s performance through on-site inspections of the Contractor’s quality control program and receipt of complaints from base personnel. The COR is not authorized to enter into any agreements, obligate the Government or direct any changes to the contract.

1.3.3 Post-Award Orientation/Pre-Construction Conferences: After award of the basic contract and each TO, but prior to commencement of any work, the CO may conduct a post-award orientation/pre-construction conference and require all contractors to attend. The notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, location of the conference, need for attendance by subcontractors, and any information regarding the items to be discussed.

1.3.4 Contract Performance: The contractor is responsible for supervision and inspection of the worked performed. All work shall be performed in accordance with contract terms and specifications.

Inspection/acceptance by the Government in no way relieves the contractor of criminal responsibility for fraud in misrepresenting either the quality or quantity of work provided and certified as complete by the contractor.

1.3.5 Modifications: Only the CO is authorized to execute modifications on behalf of the Government. Other Government personnel shall not execute contract modifications, act in such a manner as to cause the contractor to believe that they have the authority to bind the government or direct or encourage the contractor to perform work that should be the subject of a contract modification. In cases where the CO receives a request for additional work, revisions to requirements, schedule changes, etc. the CO will make the final determination as to the appropriateness of the request.

1.3.6 Notice of Constructive Changes: No order, statement of direction of the CO, an authorized representative of the CO, whether or not acting within the limits of his authority, or any other representatives of the Government, shall constitute a change order under the changes clause of this contract or entitle the contractor(s) to an equitable adjustment of the price or delivery schedule, unless such a change is issued in writing and signed by the CO.

1.4 TO PROCEDURES

1.4.1 TO Request for Proposal (RFP): TO RFP will be issued to the contractor by the CO when the project is identified. The TO RFP may not have traditional plans and specifications but will include statement of work, list of work elements and/or sketches that define the project and state the Government requirements. All attachments to the TO RFP, if applicable, will be considered to be a part of the project scope of work. The joint site visit will be held by the Government and the contractor as requested in the TO RFP, to discuss all conditions and details of the work. Contractor clarification/questions shall be submitted in writing IAW TO proposal instructions.

1.4.2 Submission of TO RFP: The contractors shall be requested to submit the TO proposal to the issuing office within the period stated in the TO RFP which may consist of:

(1) Technical Proposal. Concept sketches or drawings for proposed methods, performance schedule of construction, proposed technical approach/solution, list of required work elements, management approach, key personnel and/or subcontractors, catalogs, and/or other material submittals. Contractor shall provide a bid guarantee for each separate TO.

(2) Price Proposal. The price proposal for the construction cost.

1.4.3 Performance Evaluations: At the conclusion of each TO or other times as determined appropriate by the CO, the contractor’s performance evaluation will be made through the Construction Contractor Appraisal Support System (CCASS). The evaluation will take into account all aspects of the contractor’s performance. The contractor will be provided an opportunity to review and comment to the government evaluation result through the CCASS. The performance evaluations will have an impact on the award of future TOs and exercise of future option years under the contract.

SECTION II

SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENTS

2.0 Digging: Cut through soil, asphalt, or concrete to a depth of 39 inches to accept fence posts and bollards.

The contractor may use an auger away from utilities, but must hand dig with a post hole digger and shovel within 3 feet of most utilities (within 15 feet of high pressure gas lines).

2.1 Trenching: Cut and trench through soil, asphalt, concrete, and rock to a depth of 18 inches for electrical wiring and conduit. Provide a certified electrician for all required electrical work.

2.2 Patching: Install gravel, asphalt, and concrete patching with 95% compaction and 100% consolidation.

2.3 Site Preparation: Grub and clear vegetation along both sides of fence line.

2.4 Painting: Prime and paint/stain surfaces as directed in each TO SOW. Any painted/stained surfaces shall comply with Base Facility Design Standard.

2.5 Security Fencing: Install 3-point locking latch or electronic vindicator system as directed in each TO SOW.

Install privacy slats as directed in each TO SOW.

2.6.0 Steel Cable Scope: Install double vehicle resistant aircraft cable in fence as directed in each TO SOW.

Scope includes replacement, repair, and construction of steel cable to include all pertinent accessories.

2.6.1 Work Involved: Excavation for concrete deadmen. Concrete forms shall be used for all concrete installations unless the soil material can keep its shape. Fabrication and connection of steel cables with accessories and associated hardware. Construction of concrete deadmen and steel cable barrier systems.

2.6.2 Materials: Structural Steel Members shall be tubular in nature ASTM A36. Wire rope and connecting hardware shall meet AASHTO M-30, Type 1, Class A, 3/4-inch rope. Connecting hardware shall develop the full strength of a single cable (25,000 pounds). Cast steel components shall meet AASHTO M-103. Galvanized tension spring assembly shall have a spring constant of 450 psi + 50 pounds per inch, and shall permit a travel of 6 inches + one inch. A swage connection shall be used when connecting cable to hardware. Threads of externally-threaded parts shall be UNC, ANSI B1.1, Class 2A Tolerance. Internally-threaded parts shall meet the dimensional requirements of ASTM A-563. Bolts shall meet ASTM A-307 and nuts ASTM A-563, Grade A, or better. Both nuts and bolts shall be galvanized according to AASHTO M-232. Nuts shall be hex or heavy hex type. Washers shall be made of steel and shall be galvanized according to AASHTO M-232. They shall meet the dimensional requirements of ANSI B27.2, Type A plain washer. End and line post washer plates shall meet AASTHO M-183 and shall be galvanized according to AASHTO M-111. Load binder shall be forged steel quenched and tempered, shall have a minimum working load limit of 11,000 lbs., and shall be painted the same color as steel posts.

2.6.3 Construction: Fabricate fence cables and structural steel members in accordance with AISC Specification and attached drawings. Erect structural steel in accordance with AISC Specification. Construct cable fence barrier as per specific delivery order site layouts and drawing details in Appendix.

2.7 Boundary Signs: Install specialty boundary identification signs on fences every 100 feet, on gates, and where fence makes a sudden change in direction or elevation of 15 degrees or more. Signs shall be provided by the government.

2.8 Covered Cages: Install covered cages using fence line items as directed in each TO SOW.

2.9 UFGS For Chain Link Fences: Adhere to all specifications in the attached UFGS: UFGS 32_31_13 for Chain Link Fences and Gates; and UFGS 32_31_13.53 for High-Security Chain Link Fences and Gates.

2.10.0 Chain Link Fence and Gate Materials: All ferrous materials shall be new and galvanized. Imperfectly galvanized materials or materials upon which serious abrasion of the galvanizing occurs shall not be used. All ferrous metal used, unless specified otherwise, shall be hot-dip zinc coated with not less than 1.2 ounces of zinc per square foot.

2.10.1 Fabric: Chain link fabric shall be woven with a nine (9) gauge galvanized steel wire in two (2) inch mesh.

Fabric shall be coated with not less than 1.2 ounces of zinc per square foot and shall meet the requirements of RR-F-191. Top and bottom salvages shall have a twisted and barbed finish.

2.10.2 Posts, Rails, and Braces: Posts, rails and braces for chain link security fence shall be steel pipe and meet the requirements of RR-F-191, Class 1, grade A. Galvanized steel pipe shall be continuous span. No sleeves or welded splices are allowed. The minimum requirements for the outside diameter (X) wall thickness in inches are as follows:

a. Line Post 2.375 x 0.130

b. Gate Post (Gate Leaf Less than or Equal to 12’) 4.0 x 0.160

c. Gate Post (Gate Leaf Greater than 12’) 6.625 x 0.160

c. Brace Rail (angled) 2.375 x 0.130

d. Corner Post 2.875 x 0.160

e. Brace Rail (horizontal) 1.660 x 0.111

f. Gate Frame 1.90 x 0.120

g. Temporary Post 2.375 x 0.130

h. Brace Post 2.375 x 0.160

i. Pull Post 2.875 x 0.160

j. End Post 2.875 x 0.160

k. Top/Bottom Rail 1.66 x 0.111

2.10.3 Wire Ties: Wire ties shall be a nine (9) gauge zinc-coated galvanized steel wire. Hog rings shall be nine

(9) gauge galvanized steel wire. The minimum weight for zinc coated wire ties is 0.8 ounces of zinc per foot of coated surface area. Wire ties shall not fracture when tested as follows: bend wire from which ties are formed through an angle of 180 degrees on mandrel having the same diameter as the wire under test.

2.10.4 Tension Wire: Tension wire shall be seven (7) gauge coiled spring wire conforming to RR-F-191 and have minimum tension strength of 75,000 pounds per square inch.

2.10.5 Tension Bars: Tension bars shall be galvanized steel with a cross-sectional area of not less than 3/16 inch by 3/4 inch, or equivalent. Tension bands shall be galvanized steel and 3/4 inch wide by 1/10 inch thick nominal size.

2.10.6 Tension Rods: Tension rods, gate hinges, eye-bolts, J-bolts, nuts, and other fasteners or devices used in fence construction shall be galvanized steel.

2.10.7 Concrete: Provide concrete conforming to ASTM C94/C94M, and obtaining a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 3,000 psi.

2.10.7.1 Concrete shall consist of either plain or reinforced Portland Cement Concrete, which is composed of coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, Portland cement, water and permitted admixtures. Only approved materials conforming to the requirements of these specifications shall be used in the work. Materials may be subjected to inspection and tested at any time during the progress of their preparation or use. In no case shall the use of pit-run or naturally mixed aggregates be permitted. All fine and coarse aggregates shall be stored separately and kept clean. All concrete shall be placed during daylight, unless otherwise approved. All water shall be pumped from post holes prior to concrete placement. Concrete shall be placed within one (1) hour after water has been added to the mix. The method and manner of placing shall be such to avoid segregation and displacement of the reinforcement. Concrete shall not be placed when the atmospheric temperature is below 35 degrees F or when there is a probability the temperature will go below that in the next twenty-four (24) hours unless the concrete is protected in a manner suitable to the Contracting Officer or his designated representative. Frozen concrete shall be immediately removed upon direction of the Engineer and replaced with new work at no expense to the government. The hole shall not have any standing water in it prior to placing concrete. All concrete shall be installed in one continuous pour completely filling holes. No partial pours will be accepted.

2.10.7.2 Posts will be centered in the hole. The concrete will be finished smooth with a trowel and crowned 1-2” to allow water shed away from pos. All posts shall be set plumb and to the required grade and alignment. No material shall be installed on the posts, nor shall they be disturbed in any manner within 72 hours of pouring concrete.

2.10.8 Barbed Wire and Arms: Barbed wire shall consist of two twisted strands of 12 ½ gauge line wires with 14 gauge round barbs. All barbs shall be four (4) point with barbs on not more than five (5) inch centers. Barbed wire outrigger arms shall be single arm for three (3) wire strands. When installed, the barbed wire outrigger arms shall project at an angle of 45 degrees from the plane of the fence line and the outer strand of barbed wire shall be positioned approximately twelve (12) inches horizontally from the fence line. Intermediate strands of barbed wire shall be uniformly spaced between the strand on the end of the support arm and the fence fabric. All outrigger arms shall be fitted with slots for attaching the barbed wire to the support arm. Outrigger arms shall be capable of withstanding a load of 250 pounds applied at the outer strand of barbed wire.

2.10.9 Concertina Wire: Concertina or razor wire shall be 18 inch single coil barbed razor wire attached to fence by barb arms (outriggers). Concertina wire can be installed by itself or with barbed wire.

2.10.10 Privacy Slats: Slats shall be of solid or extruded design that once installed, shall obscure view past the fence it is installed in. Slats shall be pre-cut in lengths to fit all specified fence heights. Slats shall not rot, water stain, chip, crack or break, and shall withstand temperature extremes, detergent, and harsh chemicals. Color of slats to be used shall comply with the colors in the Base Facility Design Standard. Slat installation shall result in straight, even alignment with both top and bottom of chain link fence material.

2.10.11 Grounding: Grounding will be in accordance with the National Electric Code. Using 3/4” diameter, 10’ long, copper coated steel ground rods, #4 stranded copper wire; utilizing approved clamps for the ground rod and fence post connection. Grounding shall be done when fence crosses under or is within a few feet of power lines.

2.10.12 Temporary Security Fencing: The contractor shall restore the integrity of the site security fence by the end of each day’s work. If it is not possible to complete the items being worked, then a temporary security fence shall connect to the existing fence with no openings. Temporary fence shall meet the same standards as permanent fence, except that the animal barrier, when applicable, may be omitted when fabric is set tight against the ground and fence posts with four (4) foot minimum depth into the ground and fifteen (15) foot maximum interval may be used. Every effort shall be made to minimize the length of time temporary fence is utilized.

2.11.0 Chain Link Fence Installation: Install fence and accessories in accordance with fence manufacturer’s written installation instructions except as modified herein including the attached fence detail drawings. The finished fence shall conform to the alignment indicated by the Contracting Officer’s representative. The grading and leveling of existing ground by adding or taking away soil, along the fence line for new construction, may be required to keep the distance from the bottom of the fence fabric and the ground to meet the requirement in this statement of work. If material is added, compaction must be performed to 95% modified proctor.

2.11.1 Post Spacing: Do not exceed 500 feet on straight runs between braced posts. When any straight line linear fence measurement is greater than 500’, a pull post shall be installed with a brace post on either side. If the linear fence measurement is less than 1000’ then a pull post will be installed at midpoint. Provide line posts spaced equidistantly apart, not exceeding 10 feet on centers. Provide corner or pull posts, with bracing in both directions, for changes in direction of 15 degrees or more, or for abrupt changes in grade.

2.11.2 Post Setting: Install, remove and replace existing posts as directed. Posts shall be a continuous length with no splices. Ensure proper alignment of new posts. Posts shall be set plumb and sufficiently long so that the top of the fence is approximately level on any given straight run of fence. Holes created by removal of existing posts shall be filled with compacted earth prior to installation of a new post in the same location. Compact earth in lifts not greater than eight (8) inches to at least 95% modified proctor. All posts shall be set into the ground a minimum of three (3) feet. Gate, corner, end, pull, and brace posts shall be set in concrete as indicated in the drawings. Allow concrete to cure a minimum of 72 hours before performing other work on posts. Compact concrete to eliminate voids by tamping or vibrating. Crown top of concrete above grade and trowel outside edge to existing grade for water shed. Under no circumstances will the use of explosives be permitted.

2.11.3 Bracing: All gate, corner, end, and pull posts shall be braced to a brace post with a horizontal brace rail used as a compression member, placed at least 12 inches below the top of the fence. Diagonal steel truss rods (3/8 inch) shall be used as tension members and attached at the bottom of the corner or pull post to the adjacent brace post where the horizontal brace rail terminates. Each 3/8 inch steel truss rod shall be banded to the post and equipped with a turnbuckle or truss tightener with tensile strength equal to the truss rod. All clamps, bands, or other devices used to attach compression members shall be firmly attached to the post by shot nailing, or tack welding to prevent rotation.

2.11.4 Top and Bottom Rail: Top rail, where used, shall be supported at each post to form a continuous brace between terminal posts. Where required, sections of top rail shall be joined using sleeves or couplings that allow expansion or contraction of the rail. Bottom rail where used, shall be bolted to double rail ends and double rail ends shall be securely fastened to the posts. Bolts shall be peened to prevent easy removal. Bottom rail shall be installed before chain link fabric.

2.11.5 Top and Bottom Tension Wires: (installed where top and bottom rail is not required by specific project) shall be installed prior to the installation of chain link fabric and shall be pulled taut and will be free of sag. Place top and bottom tension wires within 8 inches of respective fabric line. Weave the tension wire through the post caps. Each end and corner post shall have a wire stretching eye bolt.

2.11.6 Fabric: Chain link fabric shall be attached to end and corner posts with tension-bars and tension-bar bands. Tension bars shall be a continuous length compatible with the height of the fence and shall be threaded through the fabric and attached to the post by tension bands. The tension bar shall engage each link in the fence fabric. Tension bands shall be used for securing chain link fabric at each end, and corner post. Tension bands on posts shall be spaced at twelve (12) inch intervals or less and located not more than four (4) inches from the top and bottom of the post. Install fabric on opposite side of posts from the area being secured. Install fabric so that the bottom of the fabric is no less than 1 inch and no more than 2 inches above ground level. Chain link fabric shall be fastened to line posts with nine (9) gauge galvanized steel tie wires with a minimum of two twists at fourteen (14) inch intervals. Tie wire shall encompass two (2) strands of fence fabric. Chain link fabric shall be attached to the top and bottom tension wires and truss rods with nine (9) gauge hog rings at fourteen (14) inch intervals. Chain link fabric shall be attached to the top and bottom rails (where used) with nine (9) gauge galvanized steel tie wires with a minimum of two twists at (24) inch intervals. The Contractor may use an electric drill to tie steel tie wires.

2.11.7 Post Tops and Outriggers: Metal post tops and outriggers shall be installed on security fence posts by shot nailing.

2.11.8 Barbed Wire: Barbed wire shall be installed on the outriggers above fence posts. Each strand of barbed wire will be pulled tight with an appropriate mechanical devise. Barbed wire will be securely fastened to out riggers as recommended by the manufacturer.

2.11.9 Fence Height: Fence height will be measured from ground level to top of the fence fabric.

2.11.10 Signs: All signs or other hardware attached to the existing fence or gates shall be relocated to the new fence or gate and attached in a similar manner. New signs on newly installed fence shall be provided by the Government. Location of signs on newly installed fence shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative before installation. The means for attaching will be by galvanized mechanical fasteners or galvanized wire. Any new perimeter fencing shall have controlled area signs attached at no more than 300’ intervals. Bottom of the sign shall be 5’ above the surface of the ground underneath it.

2.11.11 Gates: Contractor shall field verify the dimensions required for all new gate openings. Swinging gates shall be the type indicated and shall be hinged to swing through a minimum of ninety (90) degrees from closed to open. The gates shall be complete with two (2) hinges per panel. Frames shall be constructed of tubular members. Gate leaves shall have diagonal truss rods as indicated to provide rigid construction free from sag or twist. All joints between tubular members shall be made by means of heavy screwed fittings. Connections shall be rigid. Fabric shall be of the same chain link used on the fence. The fabric shall be attached to the gate frame ends by use of tension bars. The top and bottom of the chain link fabric shall be attached with wire ties at intervals not exceeding fourteen (14) inches on center. The vertical members of gate frames shall extend sufficiently above the top member to carry three (3) strands of barbed wire in alignment with the strands of barbed wire on the fence. The maximum allowable clearance between the surface of the road and the bottom of the gate is two (2) inches. Double swinging gates will be installed utilizing a box slide latch for securing the gate. At LF’s gate panels shall overlap at the center. Overlap gate frame ends by the width of the panel end tubular member.

Gates will include a 30” long, 3/8” steel galvanized chain to secure the gates. Cantilever gates will be fabricated using the same fabrication methods listed above for swing gates, specific design criteria is listed in attachment 1.

2.11.12 Vertical Pivot Lift Gates: VPL Gates shall include pre-fabricated gate as requested, operator with “300” CHAINLINK style 7 + 1, 8 feet tall gate guard, “B” Yoke for 3” round post, operator housing painted to Base Facility Design Standard, chain link material under 16 feet long, aluminum material 16 feet or longer, barb wire spears, curb notching and contour as necessary, masted windbracing, heater, standard cycle counter, loop amplifiers, and photocells with hood.

2.11.13 Animal Barrier: Animal barrier shall be connected to chain link fence with a minimum of six (6) inches overlap. Attachment shall be made with nine (9) gauge galvanized hog ring ties at fourteen (14) inch intervals on each fabric edge. Level, smooth, and shape soil as necessary to correct erosion damage and to provide a suitable surface prior to installation.

2.11.14 Personnel Gates: Where access control is required into a restricted area, turnstile gates are required for controlling pedestrian traffic unless otherwise directed. Swing gates are a second alternative when turnstile personnel gates are not practical. Personnel gates will be designed so that only one person may enter at a time.

2.11.15 All old fencing material becomes property of Contractor and shall be removed from site area before a new site can be started. Disposal shall be done in accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations.

2.12 Wood Fence: Contractor to utilize galvanized screws instead of nails for wood fencing.

2.13 Electrical: Contractor shall provide certified electrician for all necessary electrical work pertaining to all fence and gate installations.

SECTION III

GENERAL INFORMATION

3.0 Construction Quality Control Plan: The Contractor shall develop and maintain a Construction Quality Control Plan in accordance with UFGS 01 45 00.00 10 (Section J attachment) for the basic contract and as required for individual TO’s. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify and prevent defective services from reoccurring. The Government evaluator must have a specific quality control inspector to notify in the event deficiencies are found. The Contractor shall provide a copy of the quality control plan to the CO and the PM no later than 30 days after receipt of contract award or at the Post Award Orientation Conference.

Records of all inspections conducted by the Contractor, and corrective action taken, shall be made available to the Government upon request.

3.1 Quality Assurance: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance each time service is performed by appointed personnel, known as the PM, to monitor performance to ensure services are received.

The PM will also evaluate the Contractor’s performance through intermittent on-site inspections of the Contractor’s quality control program. The PM may inspect each task as completed or increase the number of quality control inspections if deemed appropriate because of repeated failures discovered during quality control inspections. Likewise, the Government may decrease the number of quality control inspections if merited by performance. The Government will periodically inspect the environmental condition of selected buildings to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

3.2 PERFORMANCE HOURS

3.2.1 HAFB Hours of Operation: All work at HAFB shall be accomplished during normal working hours (0730 to 1600 Hours) Monday through Friday exclusive of government approved holidays unless other times are approved by the CO, or otherwise stated in the contract. Coordinate the work schedule with the PM. Flight line driver’s license and badging behind the pacer protection are required.

3.2.2 LM Hours of Operation: All work at LM shall be accomplished during normal working hours (0730 to 1600 Hours) Monday through Thursday exclusive holidays unless other times are approved by the CO, or otherwise stated in the contract. Coordinate the work schedule with the PM.

3.2.3 UTTR Hours of Operation: All work at UTTR shall be accomplished during normal working hours (0700 to 1700 Hours) Monday through Thursday, exclusive of holidays unless other times are approved by the CO, or otherwise stated in the contract. Coordinate the work schedule with the PM.

3.2.4 Recognized Holidays: The Contractor is not required to perform on the following Federal Holidays:

• New Year’s Day 1 January*

• Martin Luther King’s Birthday Third Monday in January

• Presidents Day Third Monday in February

• Memorial Day Last Monday in May

• Independence Day 4 July*

• Labor Day First Monday in September

• Columbus Day Second Monday in October

• Veteran’s Day 11 November*

• Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November

• Christmas Day 25 December*

*Note: If a holiday falls on a Saturday, it will be observed on the preceding Friday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, it will be observed on the following Monday.

3.3 SAFETY

3.3.1 Basic Contract Occupational Safety and Health Plan: The contractor shall implement an Occupational Safety and Health Plan to ensure the safety of their personnel, as well as the protection of Government personnel and property. The contractor is solely responsible for compliance with all federal, state and local laws, the

Occupational, Safety and Health Act (OSHA) (Public Law 91-596) and the resulting standards, OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, as applicable. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for the safety and health of all subcontractor employees. The Occupational Safety and Health Plan shall be used during the performance of the work described in the contract. The Occupational Safety and Health Plan will be approved by the 75th Air Base Wing Safety Office prior to commencement of any work described in the contract. The Occupational Health and Safety Plan will be completed as specified in the attached Appendix A. The Contractor shall submit the Occupational Safety and Health Plan to the CO within 10 calendar days after contract award.

3.3.1.1 Revision of Occupational Safety and Health Plan: If the Occupational Safety and Health Plan is revised, the contractor shall submit the revision, in writing, to the CO.

3.3.2 Project Specific Occupational Safety and Health Plan: In addition to the basic contract Occupational Safety and Health Plan, the contractor may be required to provide an Occupational Safety and Health Plan for projects of a long duration or hazardous nature, or performance on a Government facility that involves hazardous materials or operations that might endanger the safety of the public and/or Government personnel or property.

Project specific Occupational Safety and Health Plans will be addressed in individual project TO and will be approved by the 75th Air Base Wing Safety Office.

3.4 VOLUNTARY PROTECTION PROGRAM (VPP)

3.4.1 Contractor Performance on Air Force Installations: VPP requires that contractors performing on Air Force installations provide their employees safety and health protection equal in quality to that provided to Air Force employees; however, the contractor will be responsible to manage their health and safety program. It is not the purpose or intent for the Air Force to manage or take responsibility for any contractor’s safety and health program under VPP, this responsibility remains with the contractor.

3.4.1.1 Applicablility of VPP: VPP is applicable to contractors whose employees work more than 1000 hours per quarter at an Air Force installation, which include Hill Air Force Base, as well as facility locations at Little Mountain, Utah, and Utah Test and Training Range (UTTR). Applicable contractors are required to flow down VPP requirements to all subcontractors who qualify as applicable contractors under their contract. Contractors are not required to obtain VPP certification; however, they will be held to the higher safety and health of the AF installation. Contractors should become familiar with VPP, http://www.osha.gov/dcsp/vpp/index.html.

3.4.2 Submission of Total Case Incidence Rate (TCIR) and Days Away, Restricted, and or Transfer Case Incident Rate (DART): Applicable contractors are required to provide their annual TCIR and DART rates using the Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, OSHA Form 300A, not later than the 15th of January to the CO. In the event the contractor’s rates exceed the most recently published Bureau of Labor Statitistics (BLS) national average for the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Code for the applicable industry (MACC II NAICS Code is 236220) the contractor shall provide a corrective action plan to ensure future rates improve.

3.5 Site Conditions: The contractor is responsible for site investigation for each contract TO. The Contractor is cautioned that projects taking place at existing facilities may present problems which would not be encountered in new construction.

3.6 Submittals: The contractor shall supply two copies of material submittals per contract TO, to CO (CO) and PM (PM) for review and prior to starting any work. No payments will be authorized for materials or work, which does not have approved required submittals.

3.7 Storage of Materials: The contractor shall secure and store on-site fence posts or conduit in racks or block materials to prevent rolling. The Contractor shall secure all property within the construction site if user gives permission to store property within the construction site. The contractor shall store packaged materials in original containers until ready for use. Damaged materials shall be rejected and removed from the base.

3.8 Civil Engineering Excavation Permit: For work being accomplished at HAFB, LM, and UTTR excavation shall not be started prior to receiving an approved signed Base Civil Engineering Excavation Permit. Contractor shall have approved excavation permit on site at all times. Permits may be obtained through the PM. If excavation is started without obtaining an approved signed permit, the Contractor shall be held liable for repairs of http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owasrch.search_form?p_doc_type=STANDARDS&p_toc_level=0 http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owasrch.search_form?p_doc_type=STANDARDS&p_toc_level=0 http://www.osha.gov/dcsp/vpp/index.html any broken utility lines or other damage resulting from the broken lines and shall replace damaged items to match existing.

3.9 Identifying and Protecting Utilities: Hand digging shall be required to locate utilities within excavation area as shown on the government drawings, Excavation Permit, or within 3 feet on either side of locations identified by Civil Engineering Red Stakes office. The Contractor shall be responsible for identifying all lawn sprinkler system components within the excavation area. Any component damaged during the course of construction shall be repaired by the contractor at their expense. Any damage to landscaping as a result of contractor damage to sprinkler system components shall also be repaired by the Contractor at their expense.

3.10 Warranties: The warranty shall be one year after each TO SOW is satisfactorily completed 100%.

3.11 Utility Outages and Traffic Closures: All utility outages and traffic closures shall be scheduled during off duty hours and weekends unless otherwise approved by the PM. All outages and closures shall be scheduled as far in advance as possible with the PM and in no case less than 21 calendar days before the outage or closure.

The Contractor shall obtain in writing from the PM a statement or schedule giving the permissible times for the outage or closure for particular installations and the maximum time allowed for such outage or closure. The Contractor shall strictly observe such schedules and will be held responsible for any violations.

3.12 Cold Weather Precautions: The contractor shall be responsible for proper application of weather sensitive materials and shall not apply any such materials when weather conditions fall below the minimums recommended by the material manufacturer or the contract specifications. Cover all concrete installed in weather below 32°F (0°C) with approved insulating blankets.

3.13 Protection of Government Property and Personnel: Actual Construction Site: Area in which the work of the contract is accomplished or performed. Storage Areas: Area used for the storage of materials, devices, appliances, and equipment to be used in the work. Transportation Areas: Paved, treated or unpaved areas that are used for transportation or parking purposes.

3.13.1 When required by the government, the entire project shall be fenced and secured with temporary construction fencing. At a minimum, all projects shall be barricaded and/or demarcated with caution tape.

Furnish, place and maintain all required barricades as directed by the Base Safety Office and the PM. Access drives and doors shall remain clear at all times.

3.13.2 Prevent any damage to existing fences beyond the limits of indicated fence removal. Existing fences that are damaged by the Contractor shall be replaced in kind or repaired as directed by the CO, at no expense to the government. Road/lane closures-traffic interruption require the contractor to submit a traffic control/controlled area plan, clearly showing work area, location, and type of sign to be placed for rerouting traffic, at least 21 days prior to commencing work. Part VI, The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/pdfs/2009/part6.pdf) will be used for traffic signing and barricades.

3.13.3 Operations shall offer the least possible obstruction and inconvenience to public traffic, and all traffic shall be permitted to pass through the work site with as little delay as possible. When construction machinery and/or operations present danger to passing traffic, applicable lights, signs, fences, barriers, or station guards shall be used in order to give adequate warning. All warning and safety devices shall conform to applicable city, county, and state requirements.

3.13.4 Conduct work so that Government property and personnel, other personnel, and work areas, shall be protected at all times from inconvenience, damage of any nature, or injury. Any damage caused by the contractor, due to improper protection or safety measures, shall be repaired or replaced at no expense to the government. If the contractor does not satisfactorily repair or replace the damaged area, the government reserves the right to withhold payment until damages are satisfactorily remedied.

3.14 Daily Cleanup: The contractor shall keep the entire construction site, structures, and access ways free of debris and obstructions at all times. All areas shall be cleaned by the Contractor at the end of each work day.

The Contractor shall implement quality control procedures addressing daily deficiencies, correct noted deficiencies in a timely manner, and provide solutions to problems when they arise.

http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/pdfs/2009/part6.pdf

3.15 Covering of Debris: All loads shall be covered by the contractor before transportation; however, in the event debris does fall out of the truck while hauling, contractor shall immediately clean it up.

3.16 Removals and Salvage: All materials and equipment resulting from…