SOW 08-13-10.doc

Scope of Work – USDA NSSC NSSL Install Carpet

NE0531ZZ

July 13, 2010

SCOPE OF WORK

USDA NSSC NSSL Install Carpet

NE0531ZZ

1. GENERAL. The Contractor will be responsible for and shall provide all labor, supervision, materials, and equipment necessary to remove and install government-furnished carpet tiles, remove, provide and install vinyl wall base and provide and install vinyl composition tile (VCT) in areas of Rooms 372, 415, and 456 defined on attached drawings at the Robert Denney Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, 100 Centennial Mall North, Lincoln, NE 68508. Base and VCT color selections to be made by tenant based on samples provided by contractor.

2. SUPPLIES, MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT.

a. Estimated price range for this project is $25,000 to $100,000.

b. Materials, supplies and equipment used shall be commercially available products of reputable manufacturers or suppliers and shall be approved by the Contracting Officer (CO) prior to starting work. The Contractor will not use any material which the (CO) determines would be unsuitable for any purpose or harmful to the surfaces to which applied or to any other part of the building, its contents or equipment.

3. REQUIREMENTS.

a. Pre-installation requirements. Before repair or installation services commence, the Contractor shall inspect the work site and ascertain all information necessary for the diligent performance of contract requirements. The Contractor shall notify the CO of any conditions that prevent the suitable completion of these requirements.

b. Schedule will be determined at the pre-start meeting.

4. CLEAN-UP. The Contractor shall remove and dispose of all unused materials, containers, wrappings, trimmings and any other debris accumulated as a result of this contract on a daily basis

5. WORKMANSHIP.

a. All work shall be coordinated and scheduled with the CO or the Contracting Officer’s Representative and the CO has the right to reject any unsatisfactory or unsuitable material or workmanship. Any damage caused by the Contractor to the building, any of its contents or tenants shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to correct in a timely manner.

b. Use adequate numbers of skilled workmen who are thoroughly trained and experienced in the necessary crafts and who are completely familiar with the specified requirements and the methods needed for proper performance of work.

c. All work shall be accomplished in accordance with the best practices of the trade.

d. Upon completion of the project, GSA will conduct a walk-through with the Contractor to ensure that the work has been satisfactorily completed. Agency representative will accompany the GSA representative on this tour and give written approval to the CO/Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

6. PROTECTION. Contractor shall provide any materials, barriers and safety equipment necessary for the protection of pedestrians and property during the implementation of this contract. Every precaution shall be taken by the Contractor to prevent fire while storing any combustible materials. If available, materials may be stored in an assigned space and kept locked when not in use. Used combustible materials shall be disposed of daily.

7. SECURITY. All employees/subcontractors must have a current security clearance and wear their ID badge at all times while on the premises. In the event an employee/ subcontractor needs to request a security clearance or current clearance has expired, paperwork must be submitted to this office within five days from date of award of contract. There will be a $10.00 fee for any replacement badge.

8. SAFETY AND HEALTH.

a. All work shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1910/1926 and 40 CFR 761. All work shall comply with applicable state and municipal safety and health requirements. Where there is a conflict between applicable regulations, the most stringent will apply.

b. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during the execution of work, and shall hold the government harmless for any action on its part or that of its employees or subcontractors, which results in illness or death.

c. The Contractor shall provide all necessary safety equipment and ensure that such equipment and all relevant safety procedures are adequate for the job being performed and are utilized properly.

d. The Contractor must post, at the job site, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all products used in this project. In addition, a copy of the MSDS will be furnished to this office.

9. TAXES. Contractor is responsible for taxes on all materials and labor associated with this contract.

10. INVOICES. For payment purposes, the Contractor shall mark the final invoice for payment as “Final Invoice for Payment.”

11. CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION. The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Councils have amended the federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to require Contractor registration in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database prior to award of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchase agreement reference FAR 52.204-7 and 5232-33.

12. ONLINE REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS APPLICATION (ORCA).

In accordance with the FAR 4.1201 prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications at http://orca.bpn.gov in conjunction with required registration in the CCR database (See FAR 4.1102) prior to award of any contract.

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