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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment your desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

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11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended, is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

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Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

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Shawna Villarreal, Contracting Officer

Amendment 0001 is issued to provide the Pre-Proposal Sign-in Sheet/Agenda and a revised Statement of Work dated 6/29/2017. The proposal due date has been changed from July 6, 2017 to July 12, 2017 at 2:00 CST.

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ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT DIVISION

ACQUISITION ENERGY & ACQUISITION SUPPORT

BRANCH

819 TAYLOR ST RM 12B01

FORT WORTH TX 6102

ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT DIVISION

ACQUISITION ENERGY & ACQUISITION SUPPORT

BRANCH

819 TAYLOR ST RM 12B01

FORT WORTH TX 6102

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GS-07-P-17-HT-C-0008

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6/29/2017

5/31/2017

PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE AGENDA

SOLICITATION NUMBER: GS-07-P-17-HT-C-0008

Chiller Removal & Installation at the Roswell Federal Building in Roswell, NM

1:00 PM, MOUNTAIN DAYLIGHT TIME - THURSDAY – JUNE 22, 2017

1. GREETING AND INTRODUCTIONS

A. No oral statements made shall change the solicitation – any changes will be documented in a written amendment posted to FBO.gov.

B. Sign-in sheet: All attendees must sign in on the sign-in sheet.

C. Minutes will be issued in an amendment to the solicitation.

2. GSA CONTRACTING COMMENTS

A. This Solicitation is set-aside for Small Businesses in accordance with FAR 19.

B. Basis for Award - Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of proposals meeting the acceptability standards for non-price factors (See Section VI. of Document C201 – The Solicitation).

C. Overview of Technical Evaluation Factors (Please see the solicitation for the full description of the evaluation factors. Below are highlights only.)

1) Management/Technical Approach and Installation Schedule

The Offeror shall submit a Management/Technical Approach that demonstrates an understanding of the management/technical skills and equipment required to perform all contract requirements, including quality control, safety, testing, training, and timeliness of installation. The technical approach shall include the offeror’s proposed equipment submittal for evaluation.

This factor also considers the contractor’s understanding of the requirements outlined in the RFP by developing and submitting an estimated Installation Schedule, including the critical path required to furnish a satisfactory installation within the performance period stated. Please do not submit a sample schedule for a project you previously completed. Your submitted schedule must demonstrate satisfactory installation within the performance period. Your schedule should also be readable.

2) Experience on Comparable Projects – Use Attachment A The Offeror must demonstrate successful experience as a General Construction (GC) Contractor and/or as Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning contractor responsible for the construction of at least three (3) but no more than five (5) “similarly complex” projects substantially completed within the past six (6) years from the date of the issuance of this solicitation.

It is imperative that your experience demonstrates the characteristics provided that define what is considered “similarly complex.”

Please provide the type of HVAC equipment that your project included so that the determination can be made that it is comparably sized (characteristic #1).

The total project construction cost at award of the construction contract(s) was not less than $325,000.00 (characteristic #5).

3) Past Performance of Offeror The Offeror’s past performance record demonstrates satisfactory performance on at least three

(3) similar projects substantially completed within the last six (6) years from the issuance of this solicitation.

Past performance questionnaires must be signed by the references and enough information provided that demonstrates that the project is similar to this procurement.

CPARS evaluations may be submitted in lieu of the Past Performance Questionnaires. Again, enough information should be provided about the project to demonstrate that the project is similar to this procurement.

D. Questions/Request for Information must be sent to Shawna Villarreal, Contracting Officer, at shawna.villarreal@gsa.gov. Submit no later than 10 days prior to the proposal due date (June 26, 2017).

E. Proposal due date and time: July 6, 2017 at 2:00 PM CST (Extensions are not currently anticipated).

Complete offers must be received by the due date and time. Any portion of a proposal (with the exception of the bid bond) received after the due date and time will be handled in accordance with FAR Provision 52.215-1 Instructions to Offerors—Competitive Acquisition (JAN 04) which can be found in section IV.A.

of Document C201-SB LPTA.

F. A bid guarantee is required. Proof of insurance, performance and payment bonds will be required after award.

G. Complete Annual Representations & Certifications in SAM. The NAICS code is 238220 and your representations and certifications under FAR provision 52.219-1 must demonstrate that you are a small business for 238220. Ensure you have submitted a VETS-100/4212 Report. (Please see section II.E. of Document C201-SB LPTA).

H. Magnitude of Construction is $500,000 to $1,000,000.

I. Proposal Submission Requirements

1) Volume 1 – Technical Proposal

2) Volume 2 – Price Proposal

3. TIPS FOR PREPARING A PROPOSAL

A. Read the solicitation and amendments.

B. Does your proposal contain all the items the solicitation is asking for? Make sure your proposal fully addresses the submittal requirements for each evaluation factor.

C. Never assume we know about your company and your performance. We can only evaluate what you provide.

4. BAS Integration Information - Integration technician performing installation shall be certified on the Niagara AX JACE for both installation and maintenance of the system and shall have a minimum of 3 years’ experience performing the required tasks. The Contractor shall provide with their offer the integration technician’s resume and certification documentation. Additionally the programmer must apply for and receive clearance in accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) to perform their duties on the GSA secured network.

5. Site Visit

1.2.9

Statement of Work

Contract No:

TBD

Project:

Chiller Replacement

General Services Administration Roswell Federal Building

FY17 Program Date of Last Revision:

June 29, 2017

Table of Contents 1 Scope of Work

1.1 Demolition

1.2 Chiller

1.2.1 Pump

1.2.2 Variable Frequency Drives

1.2.3 Valves

1.2.4 DDC Actuators

1.2.5 Refrigerant Monitoring System

1.2.6 Thermometers/Gauges/Water Meter/Water Treatment

1.2.7 Insulation / Mechanical Identification

1.2.8 Electrical

1.2.9 Lighting

1.2.10 Housekeeping Pad

1.2.11 Building Automation System

1.2.12 Commissioning

1.3 Equipment Access/Weekend Work

1.4 Specifications, Requirements, and Exhibits

2 General Construction Requirements

3 Material Technical Specifications

4 Product Data and Samples

5 Period of Performance

6 Notice to Proceed

7 Working Hours

8 Project Schedule

9 Progress Meetings

10 Extension of Time

11 Liquidated Damages

12 Special Instructions

13 Pre-Proposal Conference

14 Security Requirements:

15 Performance Requirements

16 Sustainability Requirements

17 Construction Waste Management Plan Specifics (AFTER CONTRACT AWARD)

18 Applicable Publications

19 Disclosure of Information

20 Warranty

General Services Administration Public Buildings Service

Greater Southwest Region

SCOPE OF WORK

Replacement of Two (2) 80 Ton Chillers

NM0035ZZ

Roswell Federal Building 500 N. Richardson Ave.

Roswell, New Mexico 88201

Date: 29 June 2017 – Amendment 01 (Update) Prepared by: Norvell Brown

1 Scope of Work The Contractor shall provide all materials, supplies, labor, equipment and supervision, necessary to complete the demolition and replacement of two (2) 80 ton chillers and condenser/chilled water pumps.

Upon completion of the project, the chillers shall be connected to the common building chilled and condenser water loops and Building Automation System (BAS).

New Chiller Requirements:

Minimum 80 tons of cooling

IPLV- .346

Evaporator EWT/LWT (F) 55/45 Evaporator GPM- 175 Condenser EWT/LWT (F) 85/95 Condenser GPM- 250 Evaporator Pressure Drop (Not to exceed) 5 psi (4 pass heat exchanger) Condenser Pressure Drop (Not to exceed) 8 psi (4 pass heat exchanger) Minimum one (1) compressor per chiller

Chiller submittals shall be submitted with the proposal.

1.1 Demolition

1) Remove refrigerant from the existing 80 ton Carrier water cooled chillers.

2) Disconnect all electrical, controls, piping and associated equipment to chiller and pumps

(condenser and chilled water). Remove all unused conduit/wiring back to originating electrical panel boards and provide knock-out plugs at all unused openings. Update electrical panel directories accordingly.

3) Remove and dispose of properly two 80 ton water cooled chillers within the chiller mechanical room located in the basement at the Court House.

4) Remove and dispose of properly the condenser and chilled water pumps

5) One chiller shall be removed and replaced, and the new chiller shall be operational for at a minimum 48 hours prior to the demolition/replacement of the second chiller.

6) Replace refrigerant monitor, sensors, audible alarm and strobes.

7) Remove and dispose of the existing pendant mount (verify) fluorescent fixtures in the chiller mechanical room.

1.2 Chiller

Provide and install two (2) each 80 ton nominal capacity single compressor water cooled chillers:

a. Magnetic bearing Frictionless Centrifugal Chillers

b. Oil free, magnetic bearing, magnetic high-speed variable speed centrifugal compressor(s).

c. 460 volts, 3 phase

d. Compressor suction and discharge isolation valves.

e. Step-less capacity control using multi-compressors, inlet guide vanes, and internal variable speed drives.

f. R134A refrigerant. Cleanable flooded evaporator providing low temperature approach and built to ASME standard.

g. Water cooled cleanable shell and tube condenser built to ASME standard.

h. Standard water boxes on condenser and evaporator and insulation option 1.5 inch.

i. High resolution electronic expansion valve(s).

j. 1.5” minimum closed cell insulation to prevent external condensation.

k. Advanced Control System including integrated communication with compressor for precise capacity control and operational safeties.

l. 12" color graphical interface with panel mounted touch-screen.

m. BACnet MS/TP interface communication cards between the chiller and the BAS.

n. Single point electrical entry.

o. Full refrigerant charge.

p. Knock-down kit for chiller determined by successful bidder

q. Chilled water: IFM – Thermal Dispersion Switch

r. Condenser water: IFM – Thermal Dispersion Switch

s. Dual pressure relief valves on evaporator and condenser

t. Factory startup by a certified startup technician (certification must be supplied)

u. 5-year full chiller parts and labor warranty (including compressors and entire chiller)

v. 5-year refrigerant warranty

w. Factory installed epoxy coating on the condenser tube sheets, water boxes and end plates.

One chiller shall be replaced and be fully operational for two days before the replacement of the second chiller begins.

The chillers will operate in a lead/lag configuration. They will alternate weekly on Tuesday 2 AM (adjustable). If the lead chiller fails to start and the chilled water supply temperature reaches 3 degf above chiller set point, the lag chiller shall start. The lead/lag shall have a manual override on the chiller Niagara BAS graphics page. See Exhibit B for Sequence Of Operations (SOO).

1.2.1 Pump

Replace existing condenser water and chilled water pumps including associated valves, strainers, check valves, gauges and expansion joints. New pumps shall be vertical inline type. Expansion joints shall include restraint devices. Replace the chilled water piping from the pumps to the headers with 8” black steel pipe.

The new condenser pumps shall be 250 GPM 60 feet of head.

The new chilled water pumps shall be 175 GPM with 60 feet of head.

The new perimeter chilled water pump shall be 52 GPM with 55 feet to head (No Variable Frequency Drive)

Five (5) new pumps total. See pump Exhibit C & F for specifications and performance data

1.2.2 Variable Frequency Drives

Install new variable frequency drive for each condenser/chilled water pump. The VFD for the condenser water pump shall be control the pressure drop across the condenser and be set at the design conditions of the condenser. New pressure differential controller shall be integrated into the control scheme of the VFD. Install new variable frequency drive for each chilled water pump.

The VFD for the chilled water pump shall control a 10degf temperature differential across the evaporator but no less than the minimum design pressure drop specified by the chiller manufacture. New temperature differential controller shall be integrated into the control scheme of the VFD to control the speed of the pumps.

All drives shall be integrated into the BAS via BACnet MS/TP showing drive speed in HZ and actual pressure psi / temperature degf differential on the Niagara GUI (Graphical User Interface). Temperatures and pressure drops shall be adjustable from the Niagara GUI BAS graphics page.

1.2.3 Valves

Provide new manual isolation valves for the pumps and new chillers. (total 16 each) Install properly sized expansion devices with restraint devices on the condenser and chilled water lines of each chiller. (total 8 each)

If drainage of the chilled water system is required to replace the sixteen (16) manual operated isolation valves this work shall be accomplished after hours

Any cost associated with utilizing the O & M support shall be included within bid proposal, including water treatment chemicals (nitrate).

1.2.4 DDC Actuators

Install new two way valves and re-use existing DDC actuators. Two way valves shall be fast reaction (23 seconds or less). One (1) per each condenser and chilled water per chiller. (Total 2 ea.). They will be integrated into the BAS via BACnet MS/TP and Niagara BAS GUI graphics page. The position of these valves shall be reflected in the Niagara BAS GUI graphics page via feedback signal from the actuator.

a. Each two way valve shall be identified on the BAS Graphics page

b. Each two way valve position shall be identified on the BAS Graphics page

c. Equipment BAS Plant Graphics page must be review and approved

d. Equipment shall communicate via feedback signal from the actuator.

1.2.5 Refrigerant Monitoring System

Remove and replace the existing refrigerant monitor system with a new monitor system compatible of monitoring refrigerant R134A Must be compliant with ASHRAE 15 2010 mechanical code. System shall be a Sherlock 404 Monitor (or equal) including the following components: Include programming and system testing.

a. (1) ea Horn/strobe

b. (1) ea Bacnet controller with 30 I/O’s mounted

c. (2) ea Solid state refrigerant sensor

d. (2) ea Remote horn/strobe at each door allowing access to the mechanical area

e. Beldon 8770 (or equal) wiring for sensors, BMS, and strobe

f. Installation hardware

Integrate the new refrigerant monitoring equipment into the BAS using BACnet MS/TP communication protocol. Create or modify the Chiller Plant graphics on Niagara GUI to display the Refrigerant monitor.

Create an alarm point within the BAS and link to the remote notification email configuration page via GSA SMTP server already configured with the GSA Niagara Enterprise Web Supervisor Server.

1.2.6 Thermometers/Gauges/Water Meter/Water Treatment

a. Chillers-Provide and install all necessary water thermowell connections and include new thermometers and liquid filled pressure gauges Four (4) thermometers per chiller / Four

(4) each liquid filled gauges per chiller) including all associated hardware (shut off ball valve) to provide shut off and removal during gauge removal.

b. Pumps- Install new liquid filled gauges for each new pump including shut off ball valve.

Three per pump, one for the suction side of the pump and strainer and one for the discharge side of each pump.

c. Water Meters- Install one (1) water blow down meter, one (1) make up water meter, and connect to the BAS and AMS. Ensure proper water line linier straight flow distance without turbulence that might impact sound readings. Map 15-minute interval data usage to the nearest BACnet MS/TP unitary controller and program 14-day FIFO on the Niagara history utility, history hyperlink on Niagara GUI meter page and water treatment graphic page.

d. Water Treatment- Install BACnet MS/TP compatible water treatment loop controller Ex:

Garratt Callahan Model SS GC Lumitrac System with Advantage Controls Megatron SS Controller (or equal) to replace existing controller to totalize, trend, and log water treatment system conductivity/fill/bleed on the local BAS JACE. Develop Niagara Graphical representation of the water treatment system. Set up 14-day FIFO in the JACE history utility and as hyperlinks on the water treatment graphical representation page.

Map 15-minute interval point history for long term archive to existing Advanced Metering System Enterprise Niagara Web Supervisor Server located on the GSA Framework network. Refer to BAS spec for additional details and mapping requirements.

1.2.7 Insulation / Mechanical Identification

Provide and install all necessary piping and insulation to match existing profiles. Provide and install all necessary piping hangers and/or support for new piping. Include new valve tags IAW current Valve Tag Schedule in the control room. Paint all piping to match existing color scheme. Paint color selection to be provided by GSA.

1.2.8 Electrical

Provide and install all necessary and properly sized electrical conduit and electrical wiring for new chiller.

Contractor will be responsible to verify existing electrical power and/or circuit breakers will handle new chiller’s electrical voltage and amperage. Provide and install properly sized transformers, electrical panel(s) and circuit breakers for new chiller as needed. Provide new panel schedules reflecting work accomplished. Provide schedule sample for review and approval

1.2.9 Lighting

Provide and install new L.E.D. light fixtures in the chiller mechanical room. The new light fixtures shall match current light output, lighting controls, and emergency battery B/U capabilities for emergency. No linear (TLEDS) will be accepted as a viable lighting solution for this project.

1.2.10 Housekeeping Pad

Contractor shall strip/repaint the chiller and pumps (condenser/chilled) housekeeping pad with epoxy paint. Approved paint/epoxy submittals are required. Increase size of the concrete pads to accommodate the new chiller(s) footprint if the new chiller(s) size is larger than the existing chiller’s dimensions.

1.2.11 Building Automation System

The new chiller’s control system shall communicate with existing building automated system. Contractor shall abide by all requirements as outlined in Exhibit a ver20170417.

The contractor shall use a site specific GSA IT government provided GSA laptop for the programming of the BAS. Company laptops are not permitted. Provide Niagara workbench license if not already installed.

Hand receipt BAS laptop from GSA property manager on a GSA Form 525. HSPD-12 Security clearance required, GSA GAC Smart Card, and GSA network access required for the BAS technician providing programming and integration work. Technicians without security clearance will not be permitted.

The new chiller’s control system shall communicate with existing building automated system.

Replacement Chillers shall be wired to and communicate by BACnet MS/TP or directly to the Building's Niagara 4 JACE Controller. The new chillers and the existing cooling towers, flat plate exchanger, boiler, pumps and associated valves shall all be incorporated into a non-proprietary Niagara programmable BACnet MS/TP unitary plant controller, fully programmable through the Niagara 4 engineering tool on the GSA laptop through the JACE. The entire plant shall be integrated into the new SOO by successful bidder. See Exhibit B for SOO.

a. The Chillers shall not be linked through a propriety building system controller. Contractor will be responsible to verify the existing BAS platform. Chillers must communicate to the BAS as native BACnet. No “proprietary” gateway (example: TraneTracer) type equipment is to be used. Fully open hardware such as Field Server is acceptable.

b. Provide required BACnet MS/TP communication cards to integrate to Chiller’s controls to BAS with all necessary wiring and controls.

c. Provide BACnet MS/TP unitary plant controller to control all plant operations consistent with other newly installed Distech controllers as a result of the full building BAS upgrade project underway. The plant shall operate off of the Niagara configurable logic on the Distech plant controller in a stand-alone status when communication fails to the Niagara 4 JACE 8000 supervisory controller hosting the BAS graphical user interface, histories, user profiles, analytics and schedules.

d. Contractor needs to verify that the existing central plant controls operate as expected especially in the cases of “integrating new equipment” and/or “reusing an existing sequence”.

i. Any deficiencies are to be reported to GSA for correction immediately upon discovery, before alterations to existing plant are made.

ii. Undetected hardware or software defects that prevent correct or complete implementation of this project scope are to be corrected before acceptance.

iii. BAS portion of project delivery will not be accepted until error free operation of central plant hardware and software integration can be demonstrated.

iv. Riser Diagram shall be MS Visio.: Riser diagram will reflect layout of communication network used by the BAS.

v. Any alterations such as adding or removing devices and networks should be reflected in the riser.

vi. The BAS Integration Contractor shall include any mapping and linking changes of the new Chiller on the graphics page of the building’s BAS including new piping, chiller layout and cooling tower.

vii. Contractor is responsible for licensing fee and drivers to connect/communicate with BACnet MS/TP to the existing JACE.

viii. The Contractor shall program the existing and any new feedback points using BACNET protocol intergraded into the existing BAS.

ix. All analog point histories of new Chiller points shall be recorded in 15 minute intervals and stored in the building JACE controller for 14 days.

x. All discrete point histories shall be recorded both as 15 minute interval, 14 day FIFO history logs but also as COV histories storing 100 intervals within the

JACE.

xi. All new Chiller point histories shall be exported daily from the JACE to the hosting GSA BAS Server and to the GSA AMS Application for long term archival storage. Chiller points shall be uplinked to the regional Web Supervisor Server/MS SQLback-end for long term archiving.

xii. All DDC hardware shall have 20% spare capacity remaining at the end of the warranty period to be used as future capacity.

Contractor shall provide within thirty (30) days of partial Notice to Proceed (NTP): The Contractor shall be responsible for reviewing existing conditions, verifying all proposed Building Automation System (BAS) integration activities and developing Building Automation System IT / Riser Diagram plan – Network Topology. Contractor shall provide the following items for discussion, review and approval prior to Building Automation Systems.

a. Existing Conditions Evaluation Narrative: This narrative shall include but not limited to:

xiii. Evaluation of existing Building Automation System (BAS) platform

xiv. Evaluation of existing Building Automation System (BAS) Building Points and

Naming Standards

xv. Evaluation of existing Building Automation System (BAS) Sequence of

Operations

xvi. Provide any existing Building Automation System (BAS) questions and/or concerns with recommendations for resolution.

b. Integration Plan Narrative: This narrative shall include but not limited to:

xvii. Proposed Building Automation System (BAS) integration plan.

xviii. Provide proposed BAS riser diagram to include flow chart of changes and additions to logic with graphics

xix. Provide proposed Sequence of Operations

xx. Provide Niagara Configuration

xxi. Provide Unitary Controller Configuration

xxii. Server / AMS Configuration

xxiii. Provide any integration questions and/or concerns with recommendations for resolution

xxiv. Chiller display/ chiller history/trending shall be connected to the BAS for viewing and controlling.

xxv. Provide the tonnage with the chiller graphic (ex: Acme 700 Ton).

xxvi. Include links to the chiller history logs on the central plant page so that access to the trends is easily opened for analysis.

Building Automation System / IT Riser Diagram: Update existing Microsoft Visio BAS Communication bus riser diagram with indication of the Ethernet/RS-232/RS- 485 terminations. Contractor shall provide unitary or supervisory controllers submittal for review and acceptance prior to purchasing hardware.

Security Requirements: Contractor personnel performing work on the BAS under this contract must possess HSPD-12 Clearance and GAC (Government Access Card) in order to access GSA secured networks and sites. GSA BAS Engineering laptop shall be used to perform BAS programming.

Integration Technician: Integration technician performing installation shall be certified on the Niagara 4 JACE and Distech DDC controls for both installation and maintenance of the system. The integration technician performing installation shall have a proven minimum of 3 years Niagara experience and 5 years total DDC controls experience performing similar size and scope as the required tasks. The Contractor shall provide with their offer the integration technician’s resume and certification documentation.

1.2.12 Commissioning

The Contractor shall provide a report to GSA Project Manager within seven (7) days of the operational new Chiller of the following:

a. Water Flow – Test and Balance

b. Manufacturer’s Start-up Check-list

c. Commissioning Report identifying all adjustments and balancing to the existing system.

d. All documentation shall be in accordance with manufacturer requirements

1.3 Equipment Access/Weekend Work

The delivery and removal of the chiller shall occur on the weekend to reduce impact to the building’s occupants during crane operation. Any chilled water/condenser water outage required for this project shall be accomplished after hours or on the weekend. Any cost associated with using the O & M’s staff to support after hour support shall be included to your pricing proposal including water treatment chemicals.

1.4 Specifications, Requirements, and Exhibits

1) Specifications and Requirements

a. Valves connections, accessories and operators

i. Provide threaded ends for valves 2.5 inches and smaller

ii. Provide flanged or grooved ends for valves 3 inch and larger

iii. For butterfly valves (isolation valves) provide lever handle, infinitely adjustable with lock nut and memory stop. Provide hot dipped galvanized extension stems, valve handles and gear actuators outdoors. Provide weatherproof galvanized cast iron gear operators for valves mounted outdoors.

b. Automatic isolation valves:

i. Type of end fitting: pattern to mate with ANSI 125 flange.

ii. Cast iron GG25 with stainless steel stem and ball.

iii. Pipe insulation- Match existing size/type/color scheme and labeling.

c. Steel pipe and fittings:

i. Steel pipe, DN 50 (NPS 2) and smaller: ASTM A 53, type S (seamless) or type F (furnace butt welded), grade B, schedule 40, black steel, plain ends.

ii. Steel Pipe, DN 65 through DN 300 (NPS 2-1/2 through NPS 12): ASTM A 53, type E

(electric-resistance welded), Grade B, Schedule 40, black steel, plain ends.

iii. Steel Pipe Nipples: ASTM A 733, made of ASTM A 53, Schedule 40, black steel; electric-resistance welded for DN 65 (NPS 2-1/2) and larger.

iv. Cast-Iron Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.4; Classes 125 and 250. Malleable-Iron

Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.3, Classes 150 and 300.

2) Exhibits

a. GSA R7 Mechanical Project DDC Controls Requirements_vers 20170417 (BAS Requirements)

b. Roswell SOO (Sequence of Operation)

c. GSA Roswell Submittal 17037-082510 (Pump Requirements)

d. Water Treatment System

e. GSA Point Naming Convention for Building Management Systems

f. GSA Roswell Perimeter Unit Submittal (Pump Requirements)

2 General Construction Requirements

1) Keep work areas clean on a daily basis.

2) Remove debris from site on a daily basis.

3) Protect all existing walls and furniture from damage.

4) Contractor is responsible for all damages to Government property caused by him/her and their subcontractors.

5) Contractor is responsible for all dimensions and quantities.

6) Contractor shall field verify all existing conditions prior to submitting a proposal.

3 Material Technical Specifications Where a particular manufacturer's product is specified, it is not intended to discriminate against other manufacturer's which are equal in quality of material, workmanship, appearance and function to those specified. Rather, it is intended to establish and indicate the desired standard of quality. If any tests are required to determine the equality of any substitutes, such tests shall be made by an independent authority as approved by the government. All expenses related to proposed substitutions shall to be paid by the Contractor. Proposed items are to be submitted with the proposal and shall be a basis for the award of the contract.

All materials and equipment shall bear evidence of the Underwriter's Laboratories Inc. Label (UL) or approval of other nationally recognized independent testing organizations adequately equipped and competent to perform such services when these standards are required and such product listing is available.

4 Product Data and Samples Product Data: Contractor shall submit one electronic set of lighting, chiller, product data including any valves, piping, insulation, BAS hardware, refrigerant monitoring system, catalog sheets, brochures, performance charts or other standard descriptive data provided by any Subcontractor, supplier or distributor. Product Data must be certified by the Contractor stating that it was reviewed and approved.

Product to be used must be highlighted on the data sheet by the Contractor.

Submittals shall be identified on a submittal register provided by the Contractor and transmitted using a transmittal letter.

Samples: Contractor shall submit physical samples establishing standards by which completed work is judged. Samples shall indicate color range, functional characteristics and shall represent exact material to be used on the project.

5 Period of Performance Partial Notice to Proceed (PNTP): A PNTP will be issued after bonds and insurance are accepted to authorize the contractor to order the equipment upon approved submittals. The contractor shall provide a proof of purchase document to the GSA Project Manager within fourteen (14) calendar days after the acceptance of the Chiller Submittal.

Full Notice to Proceed (FNTP): The Full Notice to Proceed will be issued once the chiller has been delivered to the site. The Contractor shall complete all SOW activities within forty-five (45) calendar days after the FNTP is issued.

6 Notice to Proceed The Contracting Officer is the ONLY individual from the Government that can give the contractor a notice to proceed.

Before any of the work within the scope of the contract is started, the Contractor shall confer with the COR (Contracting Officer Representative) and agree on a sequence of procedure; means of access to premises and building; delivery of material and use of approaches; use of corridors, stairways, elevators, and similar means of communications; and the location partitions, eating spaces for spaces for Contractor’s employees and the like.

7 Working Hours Normal business hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Work not impacting normal building occupancy shall be performed during normal business hours. Any work affecting normal building occupancy needs to be scheduled after normal business hours/weekends and approved by GSA building manager.

8 Project Schedule Contractor shall submit the project schedule within thirty (30) calendar days after the partial Notice to Proceed. The project schedule shall include a written narrative describing the major work activities, critical path activities and major constraints underlying the sequence and logic, all tasks to be performed under this project, duration of each task and tentative date/s each task will be performed. Project schedule must be approved by the GSA Project Manager prior to performing any work under this project.

The project schedule shall incorporate milestone events specifics in the Contract, including but not limited to the Project Award, Bonds, partial Notice to Proceed, submittals, equipment lead times, Full Notice to Proceed, Substantial Completion, and milestones related to specific work phases and site restrictions.

The project schedule shall also include Contractor-defined milestones to identify target dates for critical events, based upon the Contractor’s chosen sequence of work. Microsoft Project or other similar format can be used for this schedule.

9 Progress Meetings The Contractor shall meet with the Government for the purpose of jointly reviewing the actual progress of the project as compared to the as planned progress and to review the planned activities for the upcoming two weeks. The progress meeting will address the status of progress to date, potential delays, Changes, and Submittals. The contractor shall prepare and distribute meeting minutes within 3 days following each meeting. Progress meetings during PNTP shall be held biweekly. Progress meetings during FNTP shall be held weekly.

10 Extension of Time If the Contractor requests an extension of the time for Substantial Completion, the Contractor shall base its request on analysis of time impact using the Project Schedule as its baseline, and shall propose as a new Substantial Completion date to account for the impact. The Contractor shall submit a written request to the Contracting Officer setting forth facts and analysis in sufficient detail to enable the Contracting Officer to evaluate the Contractor’s entitlement to an Extension of Time.

11 Liquidated Damages If substantial completion is not achieved by the end of the perforce period, the Contracting Officer may assess liquidated damages at a rate of $158.00 per day.

12 Special Instructions Contractors shall submit a proposal with a detailed cost breakdown. Cost Breakdown shall be submitted in CSI Master Format 2010.

Proposal shall include make and model of all proposed equipment. Chiller selection shall include IPLV rating and pressure drops within submitted proposal.

Chiller selection shall be submitted with the proposal. Chiller selection submitted with the proposal shall not exceed the pressure drop indicated in the SOW and the chiller energy efficiency (IPLV) shall be equal to or better than the chiller specifications in the exhibit.

Contractor is responsible to comply with the “Buy American Act”. Buy American Act provides domestic construction material be used in performing this contract.

Contractor will be responsible to request and furnish all required overhead and/or road blocking permits from the City and or electrical/utility providers when using a crane at this location if the city street requires a blockage when off-loading the chiller.

13 Pre-Proposal Conference Interested parties must notify the Contracting Officer for further information about attendance and to confirm location, time and date. Only those parties who have notified the Contracting Officer and provided necessary information in advance of the meeting will be allowed to attend. Contractors are encouraged to verify all existing conditions at the job site prior to proposing on the project. Failure to do so will not relieve the Contractor of any responsibility to properly estimate the cost of this project. The pre-proposal site visit is not mandatory.

Note:

The following items will be addressed at the Pre-Proposal Conference and again at a Pre-work Conference:

1) On site storage.

2) Parking.

3) Use of elevators.

4) Access through secured area.

5) Contractor shall coordinate with the GSA mechanical maintenance Contractor, for placing the fire alarm system in test mode prior to performing any work that may result in the activation of an alarm signal from the fire alarm system including but not limited to: connecting devices to fire alarm system, cutting, welding or other work that creates excessive dust. Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with placing the fire alarm system in test mode.

6) The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating all activities of subcontractors. This responsibility includes coordination of; preparation of shop drawings preparation of shop drawings produced by different subcontractors where their work interfaces or may potentially conflict or interfere and the installation of such work; scheduling of work by subcontractors and use of the

Project site for staging and logistics.

7) Contractor shall be responsible for all quantities, measurements, correct installation of all items and for any damages to the building, items such as parked vehicles and surrounding areas.

8) All materials, equipment and supplies to be incorporated into work under the terms of this contract shall have been “NEW” and “UNUSED” at time of award.

9) The Contractor shall reinstall existing access panels; etc., back to their original location and condition after all work is completed.

10) Materials of equipment containing asbestos in any form shall not be incorporated into this project.

11) All material, workmanship and equipment shall be subject to the inspection and approval by the

Contracting Officer Representative. All work unsatisfactorily performed shall be promptly corrected and made acceptable for the Government.

14 Security Requirements:

All Contractor personnel performing working on premises at GSA owned and operated buildings are required to pass a security background check conducted by the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Protective Service. No Contractor employee will be allowed to perform work on the building premises until employee has been determined to be suitable for hire by the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Protective Service. Final payment will not be made until all security badges are returned to the Contracting Officer.

15 Performance Requirements

1) The Contractor shall field verify existing conditions and provide an existing conditions survey with photos prior to any demolition. Demolition shall not commence without review and acceptance of existing conditions survey.

2) Safety Plan: Contractor shall submit a site specific plan including hazardous communication plan list of the flow of communication in case of emergency, lock-out / tag-out with narrative that explains lock-out/ tag out procedures, AHA / JHA’s for major activities, crane safety plan (if applicable) for crane erection and use. Include preferred location for crane set up, operator certification credentials, and crane inspection/certification documentation within thirty (30) calendar days after partial Notice to Proceed.

3) Welding: Contractor shall provide a smoke mitigation plan within thirty (30) calendar days after partial Notice to Proceed

a. All welding shall be done after hours between (1900 – 0600) and/or weekends during normal working hours

b. A GSA approved welding permit will be required before performing any cutting and welding.

c. Contractor shall submit welding permit to the Project Manager for review and acceptance by the Building Manager at a minimum of 72 hours prior to cutting and/or welding activity.

4) Contractor shall provide a work plan within thirty (30) calendar days after partial Notice to Proceed.

5) Contractor shall provide an equipment access plan within thirty (30) calendar days after partial Notice to Proceed.

6) Contractor shall provide a CHWP / CWP piping tie-in drawing within thirty (30) calendar days after partial Notice to Proceed.

7) Contractor shall provide an electrical tie-in drawing within thirty (30) calendar days after partial Notice to Proceed.

8) Contractor to shall provide schedule of values within thirty (30) calendar days after partial Notice to Proceed. The Contractor shall prepare and submit for approval a detail cost breakdown of the Contract price, to be referred to as the Schedule of Valves, assigning values to each component of the Work.

a. Values must include all direct and indirect cost, although a separate value for bond cost may be established.

b. The Schedule of Valves must contain sufficient detail to enable the Project Manager to evaluate applications for payment.

c. Before submitting a request for payment, the Contractor shall schedule a pencil copy review with the Project Manager for review and acceptance.

16 Sustainability Requirements

1) Green Purchasing:

a. The contractor shall refer to the “Green Procurement Compilation” for all products being installed in federal facilities. The Green Procurement Compilation can be found at https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement. The standards found in this compilation shall guide all product purchasing decisions as they relate to federal facilities.

b. The use of the following standards (“Key Sustainable Product” or “KSP” standards) is mandatory for all contracts and task orders. See https://sftool.gov/green- products/1037/key-sustainable-products for more details.

i. Nylon Carpet: NSF 140 Gold certification and > 10% post-consumer recovered content.

ii. Interior Latex Paint: < 50 grams per liter (g/L) VOCs post tint (i.e. SCAQMD Rule 1113 standard).

iii. Gypsum Board: Greenguard Gold Standard or 0 g/L VOCs.

iv. Acoustical Ceiling Tiles: Meets California Section 01350 standard for low-VOC materials and total recycled content > 20% and recyclable in a closed loop process and USDA Certified Bio Preferred and Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) available.

v. Concrete (ready-mix and site-mix): > 25% fly ash or > 15% ground granulated blast-furnace (GGBF) slag

2) For each KSP listed, the Contractor shall submit proof of compliance to the CO or his designee prior to the installation of the product or material. The CO’s designee shall verify compliance. If the KSP materials listed above are

a. not reasonably available within a reasonable period of time

b. fail to meet the performance standards set forth in the specification or fail to meet reasonable performance standards of GSA; or

c. Are available only at an unreasonable price, only then can the Contractor use other types of products. In these cases the Contractor shall select products and materials, to the extent possible, which are the safest and most environmentally friendly. Exemptions must be submitted in writing and can only be approved by the CO

17 Construction Waste Management Plan Specifics (AFTER CONTRACT AWARD)

1) The Contractor shall submit a draft Waste Management Plan within fourteen (14) calendar days after the PNTP is issued for mixed debris recycling to GSA approval. The plan shall include (but not be limited to) the following: List of the materials to be reused or recycled.

2) The Contractor will record and track the type and quantity, by weight or each material salvaged, reused, recycled or disposed throughout the project. The Contractor shall submit the Construction Management Waste Management Report before the request for Substantial Completion.

18 Applicable Publications

1) Department of Labor: All renovations shall be in accordance with the current design requirements as found in the Federal Construction & Safety Standard, and Third Party approved structure design package. Latest Edition of the following Codes/Regulations

a. Occupational and Health Standards: (29 CFR part 1926).

b. Safety and Health Regulations for Construction: (29CFR part 1518).

c. Federal Code:

d. Fire Codes: All units shall meet or exceed all required Federal, State and Local Fire Codes.

e. Housing & Urban Development (HUD 24 CFR 3280).

f. National Electrical Code (NEC).

g. International Building Code (IBC).

h. International Mechanical Code (IMC).

i. International Plumbing Code (IPC).

j. American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (ASHRA).

k. Occupational and Safety Act (OSHA).

l. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

m. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), “Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial

Buildings”.

2) Manufacture, installation and testing shall comply with manufacturer’s instructions and standards.

When more stringent requirements are call for either this S.O.W. or codes and regulations, the priority of precedence in compliance shall be:

a. Federal Requirements.

b. State Requirements.

c. Local Requirements.

d. Manufacturer’s Requirements.

e. Contractor’s Requirements.

19 Disclosure of Information Any information made available to the Contractor by the government shall be used only for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this contract. This information shall not be divulged or made known in any manner to any persons except as may be necessary in the performance of the contract.

In the performance of this contract the Contractor assumes responsibility for the protection of the confidentiality of government records.

The Contractor shall adhere to the requirements found in Part 24 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, Protection of Privacy and Freedom of Information.

20 Warranty All workmanship and materials shall be warranted for a period of not less than three hundred sixty five

(365) calendar days from date of acceptance by the Government (Standard Warranty) plus extended compressor parts and labor warranty (4 years).

The Contractor shall provide a copy of warranty of items procured. Warranty shall be in writing and shall include any conditions which may invalidate the warranty.

Warranty shall include procedures on how to exercise warranty rights. Provide points of contact in order to get services required.

Standard warranty shall be all inclusive of parts, labor and materials, related coverage and additional costs, if any.

Contractor shall provide all applicable manufacturers’ warranties at time of completion.

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