sow.pdf

- SCOPE OF WORK –

INSTALLATION OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT THE CIRCLE F

PLAYGROUND

AT

U.S.C.G. AIR STATION BORINQUEN, PR

FEBRUARY 2016

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK: Provide all labor, material, tools, equipment and supervision for the scope of work to be performed under quotations submitted for the installation of New Playground equipment at the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Borinquen, Aguadilla, P.R Circle F Park.

A. The area for the playground installation is 40 feet by 60 feet at a concrete depth of 4 inches.

B. All material shall be surface mounted with exception of rocking devices. These devices shall be mounted with 90 degree angled all thread bolts set in concrete at a depth of at least 18 inches.

C. Contractor shall provide galvanized steel: bolts, washers and any other hardware associated to complete the installation.

D. Install independent play structures as identified in the scope of work and as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

E. Provide and install two signs stating: This Area is Designed for Ages 5 – 12. Please Supervise your Children on the PLAYGROUND. See attached photo.

F. Provide and install one playground with a use zone of 40 feet by 40 feet with the following attachments:

1) Rung Ladder

2) Tri-Rung Horizontal Ladder

3) Lily Pad Climber(s)

4) Lily Pad Steps (5 minimum)

5) Ball Turn Panel

6) Triple Rail Slide

7) Straight Crawl Tunnel

8) Bubble Panel and Versa Panel

9) Bongos

10) Chute Slide

11) Log Roll

12) Sliding Pole

G. Provide and install one matrix mount climber tunnel dome with a use zone of 20 feet by 20 feet.

H. Provide and install one rocking device (teeter totter, “petunia”, or similar) that seats at least four with a use zone of 20 feet by 20 feet.

The Contractor shall field verify all dimensions and volumetric and will provide all materials and equipment needed and perform all work in accordance with the specifications herein.

1.2 INSPECTION PRIOR TO BID: Prospective bidders are encouraged to visit the site to familiarize themselves with the existing conditions. Prior arrangements for a site visit should be made by contacting LCDR Jason M. Heering at (787) 890-8462 or Jason.m.heering@uscg.mil. Prospective bidders must have a copy of this SOW to gain access to the Air Station areas.

1.3 SUBMITALL OF QUOTES: Quotes, indicating labor and material costs (separately) shall be submitted by person or e-mail to:

USCG Base Miami Beach Jerry Lopez 909 SE 1st Avenue, Suite 512 Miami, FL. 33131 Attn: Jerry Lopez E-mail: Jerry.Lopez@uscg.mil Fax: (305) 415-7092

1.4 AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES: Reasonable amounts of the following utilities will be available to the Contractor without cost.

Electricity Potable water

The Contractor shall pay all costs incurred in connecting, converting, and transferring the utilities to the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for making connections.

1.5 CONTRACTOR SAFETY, SECURITY AND USE OF PREMISES: The Contractor will be working on a Coast Guard military installation and must be familiar with and obey established fire, safety, environmental and security regulations.

1.5.1 Security Passes: Contractor personnel shall obtain security passes from the Security Office (located at the corner of Wing and Northeast Roads) prior to beginning work and must carry this ID at mailto:Jason.m.heering@uscg.mil mailto:Jerry.Lopez@uscg.mil all times while working on this project. The security office is open Monday – Thursday between the hours of 0800 and 1200. Each employee is required to fill out a Security Form at Bldg 408, 260 Guard Road prior to going to the Security Office. Each employee must show a valid driver’s license, birth certificate or company ID card to be issued a security pass. Personnel shall not stray from the immediate area of work or direct avenues of ingress and egress unless authorized in advance by the Contracting Officer's Representative

(COR).

1.5.2 Safety Practices: The Contractor shall ensure that the work area is clearly marked at all times and take necessary precautions to ensure safety hazards are minimized and mitigated. Perform and conduct the work so as to minimize obstruction to the paved driveways and parking and walkway area, and other interference with Coast Guard operations. Contractor must follow the latest OSHA regulations on this project.

1.5.3 Hazardous Materials: The Contractor shall provide the

Government with a list of all hazardous materials to be used in the performance of this project and ensure Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are available at the work site for all hazardous materials used. The Contractor shall immediately contain and clean up the release or spill of a hazardous material and report the incident to the Environmental Technician (Mr. Donato) at 787-890-8438.

1.5.4 Protection of Property: The Contractor shall protect the existing surrounding equipment, personal belongings and property during the course of this work. Any damage caused by the Contractor shall be corrected at Contractor’s expense. The Contractor will be responsible for repair of any damage incurred to turf, landscaping, buildings, utilities or pavement as a result of his work at no additional cost to the government.

1.6 STORAGE AREA: The Contractor will be provided a storage and staging area at a location to be determined by the COR so that interference with Coast Guard operations will be avoided. Contractor shall be responsible for protecting all stored materials (existing and new) from adverse weather, theft and damage.

1.7 CLEANUP: The Contractor shall keep the work areas, including storage areas, free from accumulations of waste materials on a daily basis and comply with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the storage, transport and disposal of wastes.

Contractor shall not use Coast Guard waste disposal facilities including garbage cans, trash piles or dumpsters.

1.8 RECEIPT OF MATERIALS: Shipments of equipment, materials, and supplies shall be addressed to the Contractor - not the Government.

The Contractor must be on hand to accept shipments; the Government will not accept shipments.

1.9 DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE: Equipment and materials shall be carefully handled, properly stored, and adequately protected to prevent damage before and during installation, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and as approved by the COR. Deliver materials in manufacturer’s original unopened containers with manufacturer’s labels intact and legible, bearing the following minimum information: Name of manufacturer, Contents, Expiration Date, and Safety Information. Damaged or defective items shall be replaced. Protect materials against moisture absorption. Store materials in a dry and ventilated area. Follow all manufacturer instructions for proper storage, including protection from direct sunlight.

1.10 WARRANTIES: All warranties and/or guarantees, either implied or expressed shall be endorsed to the Government. Is requested a warranty of two (2) years on parts/materials and labor.

1.11 SUBMITTALS: Submittals shall be the manufacturer’s descriptive literature of catalog products, equipment drawings, diagrams, performance characteristic curves and catalog cuts as applicable and called for each material used for this SOW. The Contractor shall submit the following prior to start of work:

a) Product Data

1) Equipment

2) Equipment Identification

3) Delivery, Storage, and Handling

4) Manufacturer qualification

5) Materials

b) Samples

1) Color

2) Proposed playground

3) Proposed sunshade material

c) Test Reports

1) Recycled Plastic

d) Certificates

1) Materials

2) Manufacturer’s Qualifications

3) Installer Qualifications

4) Manufacturer’s representative

5) Child Safety and Accessibility Evaluation

e) Operation and Maintenance Data

1) Maintenance Instructions

1.12 COORDINATION: Prior to starting work, the Contractor shall coordinate with the COR a minimum of two (2) days in advance to access the working areas. Coordination and execution of this work shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.13 QUALITY CONTROL:

1.13.1 Quality monitor: The Contractor shall appoint a quality control monitor that shall ensure all work is performed in accordance with this SOW and manufacturer’s requirements. In the event these specifications contradict or are not congruent with the manufacturer’s requirements, the most stringent requirements shall govern.

1.13.2 Codes and Standards: The Contractor shall make him or

herself thoroughly familiar with all codes, regulations and standards governing the specified work. Any contradiction between the manufacturer’s requirements and these specifications shall be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer immediately.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURER

The manufacturer must meet the requirements of the specifications as indicated herein. Any reference to a specific item is to establish minimum quality, performance, material, appearance, and manufacturer support standards only and not meant to restrict open competition. Once a specific manufacturer’s products have been approved, those specifications will become part of this contract.

2.2 MATERIAL

Provide materials which are the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of play event products. Submit results of assembled play event structural integrity tests; vertical load tests; and the maximum number of users that can be on the play event. Prior to the delivery of materials, submit certificates of compliance attesting that materials meet the specific requirements.

2.2.1 Metal

Metal components shall have factory-drilled holes and be corrosion resistant. The components shall be free of excess weld and spatter. Components with extra holes not filled by hardware or covered by components shall be rejected.

2.2.1.1 Steel

Steel components shall comply with ASTM A135/A135M, ASTM A500/A500M, or ASTM A513/A513M. Minimum tensile strength shall be 45,000 psi. Minimum yield point shall be 33,000 psi.

2.2.1.2 Aluminum

Extruded aluminum components shall be type 6061-T6, 6062-T6, or 6063-T6, and shall conform to ASTM B221M ASTM B221. Minimum tensile strength of extruded aluminum components shall be 39,000 psi, and the minimum yield shall be 36,500 psi. Cast aluminum alloy shall conform to ASTM B179, ASTM B26/B26M, and ASTM B108/B108M.

2.2.1.3 Chain

Chain shall be a minimum size 4/0 and shall be corrosion resistant zinc plated. Polyvinyl chloride coating shall be as specified.

2.2.1.4 Rope Cable

Rope cable shall be composed of strands of steel cable with a polypropylene or Dacron synthetic covering that is UV stabilized.

Cable ends shall be capped to prevent fraying.

2.2.1.5 Hardware

Hardware shall be corrosion resistant and consist of the following: aluminum, stainless steel, brass, zinc plated steel, zinc-chromate plated steel, or galvanized steel, ASTM A153/A153M. When secured, the hardware shall require a tool to prevent unauthorized loosening and removal.

2.2.1.6 Rails, Loops, and Hand bars

Rails, loops, and hand bars shall consist of corrosion resistant aluminum, powder-coated steel or galvanized steel. Polyvinyl chloride coating, if provided, shall be as specified.

2.2.1.7 Anchors

Anchors shall be in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

2.2.2 Plastic Components

2.2.2.1 Panels

Plastic panels shall be molded of ultraviolet (UV) and color stabilized polyethylene or nylon with a minimum 3/16 inch thickness, ASTM F1487. Edges shall be a minimum 3/16 inch radius.

2.2.2.2 Window

Plastic windows shall be flat or molded into a bubble shape, consisting of clear polycarbonate plastic a minimum 3/16 inch thick before forming in accordance with ASTM D1248. Material shall be shatterproof and resistant to crazing, cracking, or fogging.

2.2.3 Recycled Plastic

Recycled plastic shall contain a minimum 85 percent of recycled post-consumer product conforming to EPA requirements. Construct or manufacture recycled material with a maximum 1/4 inch deflection or creep in any member, ASTM D648 and ASTM D6112. Submit results of individual component and assembled unit structural integrity test;

creep tolerance; deflection tolerance; and vertical load test results. The estimated percentage of recovered material content in the material and components. Life-cycle durability.

2.2.3.1 High Density Polyethylene

Mold components of ultraviolet (UV) and color stabilized polyethylene consisting of a minimum 75 percent plastic profile of high-density polyethylene, low-density polyethylene, and polypropylene raw material. The material shall be non-toxic, have no discernible contaminates such as paper, foil, or wood, and contain a maximum 3 percent air voids. The material shall be free of splinters, chips, peels, buckling, and cracks and be resistant to deformation from solar heat gain. Material shall have factory-drilled holes.

Components with extra holes not filled by hardware or covered by other components will be rejected. The material shall not be painted.

2.2.3.2 Panel

Panels shall be a minimum 1/4 inch thick; exposed edges shall be smoothed, rounded, and free of burrs and points; and the material shall be shatterproof and resistant to fading, cracking, or fogging.

2.2.3.3 Structural Component

Recycled plastic materials will not be used as load bearing structural members.

2.2.3.4 Recycled Plastic Molded As Lumber

For deck or platform construction, the span of the structural support members shall be a maximum 12 inches on center and recycled plastic decking shall connect to a minimum three joists. Material used for decking shall have a non-slip texture surface. The assembly shall deflect a maximum 1/360 of the span of the frame when exposed to a uniform live load of 40 lbs/ft, ASTM D648. The product shall meet the structural integrity test requirements, ASTM F1487 and ASTM D6112.

2.2.4 Coatings

2.2.4.1 Galvanized

Metal components shall be hot-dipped in zinc after fabrication according to ASTM A123/A123M. Remove tailings and sharp protrusions formed as a result of the hot-dip process; edges shall be burnished.

2.2.4.2 Polyester Powder

Powder-coated surfaces shall receive electrostatic zinc coating prior to painting. Powder coating shall be electrostatically applied and shall be oven cured. Polyester powder shall be in accordance with the following: ASTM D3359 for adhesion; ASTM D173/D173M for flexibility; ASTM D3363 for hardness; ASTM D2794 for impact; ASTM D2454 for overbake resistance; ASTM B117 for salt spray resistance;

and ASTM D822 for weatherability.

2.2.4.3 (PVC)

Prime PVC coating with a clear acrylic thermosetting solution.

The primed parts shall be preheated prior to dipping. The liquid polyvinyl chloride shall be UV stabilized and mold-resistant. The coated parts shall be cured. The coating shall be a minimum 0.08 inch thick within a plusor minus 0.020 inch tolerance. The coating shall have an 85 durometer hardness, ASTM D3363. The finish shall be slip-resistant.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 MEETING

Not less than 3 days prior to the start of the work the Contractor shall schedule a meeting. This meeting shall include the Contracting Officer, government inspector (COTR), environmental technician and housing officer representative. Items that the Contractor shall be prepared to discuss are:

Manufacturer’s information and color samples Schedule of the work Material storage areas Safety measures Inspection methods (Quality Control Inspector) Method of installation including surface prep plan Emergency contacts (phone numbers)

3.2 EXAMINATION

3.2.1 Verify that all surfaces are ready to receive work.

3.4. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

3.4.1 The contractor shall take care to work around all

playground equipment, and if necessary remove and reinstall all equipment pre-existing to start of work. Cover and protect all equipment.

3.4.2 The contractor is responsible for all exterior cleaning activities as a result of this project. The Contractor shall take precaution (i.e. use of tarps or other protective sheeting) to contain debris and materials.

3.4.3 The contractor is responsible for removing and disposing all debris from the job site.

3.4.4 Upon completion, remove all material and equipment.

Accumulation of debris shall be cleaned up daily as work progresses.

3.4.5 Contractor shall remove any demolished and/or surplus

material that is not required or is unsatisfactory shall be removed from Government property and disposed of in accordance with all local, State, and Federal laws.

3.4.6 When the work is complete and ready for final inspection, contact the COR.

3.4.7 If fence removal is required contractor shall reinstall all fencing upon completion of work, repair all areas and provide temporary fencing if necessary.

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