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STATEMENT OF WORK

AIRFIELD & PAVEMENT MARKINGS,

RUBBER REMOVAL, PROTECTIVE COATINGS AND SIGNS

Joint Base Andrews, MD

316 CES/CEOES

JOINT BASE ANDREWS

31 July 2025

SECTION 1

1.1 SCOPE

1.2 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.3 CONTRACTOR

1.4 GOVERNMENT

1.5 SAFETY

1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL

1.7 MEASUREMENTS AND PROPOSALS

SECTION 2:

2.1 PREPARATION OF SURFACES AND WORK AREA

2.2 GYPSUM WALLBOARD FINISHING AND PATCHING

2.3 PROTECTIVE COATING/PAINTING

2.4 SEALANTS AND CAULKING

2.5 WOOD FINISHING (FLOORS, DOORS)

2.6 VINYL –COATED WALL COVERING

2.7 SIGN FABRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

2.8 RUBBER REMOVAL

2.9 AIRFIELD, STREET, PAVEMENT MARKINGS

APPENDIX A: PUBLICATIONS

APPENDIX B: PAINTING SCHEDULE

APPENDIX C: HEIGHT FACTOR

SECTION 1

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK: Contractor shall furnish all personnel, supervision, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, materials, supplies, quality control, management, appliances and other items and services to perform airfield rubber removal, striping of airfield, streets and parking lots, protective coating and sign maintenance on Joint Base Andrews (JBA) to include Davidsonville Site and Brandywine Site. The contractor shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following items of work:

Application of protective coatings to interior and exterior of base facilities, including attachments, i.e. fences etc., and detached storage buildings.

Cleaning exterior surfaces of base facilities to remove soil, mold, mildew, fungus and other foreign matter in preparation for protective coatings.

Sandblasting facility surfaces, as applicable, to remove scale, rust, cracked and chipped paint, stains and other discoloration's, as applicable. Sandblasting shall only be performed upon approval of the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and shall be charged against the applicable line item.

Layout and striping required for traffic control on streets, parking lots, and aircraft runways, taxiways, and parking areas. This shall be performed utilizing different colored paints and lines of varying widths to be applied by paint spray machine, which applies paints under continuous regulated pressure.

Remove 85 Percent of the rubber and paint buildup from the Government designated area of runway, taxiway, aprons and roadway pavement. The rubber and paint removal is to be completed without damage to the airfield surface, joints and crack seals, or any other government property.

Spray painting for special purpose requirements by the use of air and airless spray methods in accordance with (IAW) manufacturer's recommendations at a particular work site where a water wall shall be required.

Patching, caulking, taping, and bedding of gypsum board to repair joints, cracks, and holes.

Application and removal of vinyl-coated wall covering to selected surfaces.

Manufacture various stencils of varying sizes and specifications.

Manufacture and install signs, including hand painted signs of varying sizes and specifications.

The signs are to be affixed to metal, wood and/or masonry surfaces.

Painting and Special Graphics Signs, Emblems and Logos: Signs and graphics displays can range in size from 12”X12” to 25’X25’ and may be requested on sign backing, building walls, fuel storage tanks and/ or water towers.

Sign Maintenance to include removing and replacing signs that are no longer serviceable as determined by the Contracting Officer (CO) or COR. Sign maintenance will include new lettering, paint touch up, minor repairs, and similar tasks.

1.1.1 PAYMENT: This work shall be accomplished by issuance of a task order by the contracting officer (CO) which will be paid using wide area workflow (WAWF) or through a Government Purchase Card. A task order will include a list of work orders for accomplishment.

1.2 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.2.1 MANAGEMENT: Contractor shall provide management of all requirements as described hereinafter:

1.2.2 WORK REQUIREMENTS: The contractor's Project Manager (PM) or designated alternate shall be the central point of contact for receiving all requests for work and for providing the status of any work requirements. Contractors PM shall be available to the COR or CO at all times via telephone during the business day.

1.2.3 ESTIMATING WORK ORDERS: The COR and contractor shall measure the square footage, linear footage, and/or quantity of work to be performed. If a disagreement exists, the matter shall be referred to the CO for resolution.

1.2.4 SCHEDULING OF WORK: The COR will prioritize the work orders. The COR and contractor shall accomplish the estimate via joint scoping within two (2) working days after the work has been identified.

1.2.4.1 WORK STATUS: Contractor shall furnish a list of work orders which are not completed along with the work orders themselves, to the COR at the end of each week, or within one business day of a request by the COR. This unfinished work shall be re-prioritized.

1.2.4.2 WORK ACCOMPLISHMENT: Contractor shall ensure that all entrances/exits to facilities remain clear for occupants at all times during performance. If entrances/exits will not be available, the contractor shall notify the requester two- (2) working days prior to starting work. Contractor shall accomplish only the work listed on the work order. Additional work shall not be discussed with the requester. Any questions concerning additional work should be referred to the CO/COR. The contractor shall not perform any additional work without prior approval.

1.2.4.3 COMPLETED WORK: Work orders for completed work shall be turned over to the COR within one (1) working day after completion of performance. The date of completion shall be indicated on the returned work order. Final invoices shall be made for work completed and accepted by the CO and/or

COR.

1.2.4.4 MAXMIMUM PERFORMANCE TIMES: The following table is a list of maximum performance times allowed for the various types of work. All performance times start on the Monday after work is scheduled with the contractor and includes the day the work is completed. Performance time for this work will start the day after receipt by the contractor.

Painting, Including Application of Wall Covering and Solar Film.

Task Work Classification

ROUTINE (Workdays)

SMALL JOBS: Up to 10 days

URGENT (Workdays)

Up to 5 days (10 to 7,500sf)

MEDIUM JOBS: Up to 45 days Up to 15 days (7,500 to 15,000sf)

LARGE JOBS: Up to 180 days (15,000 to 50,000sf)

NOTE: Interior Work: with the exception of base closures and delays, no weather days will be allowed.

Exterior Work: Will allow for weather and temperature on day-by-day basis.

1.2.4.5 WORK RESERVATIONS AND EXCEPTIONS: In rare and unusual circumstances when the Contractor has been contacted and has stated that it cannot meet Government’s requirements within specified time constraints of the situation, the Government may reserve the right to accomplish any of the work outlined in this specification through other contracting methods or with its own in-house personnel.

1.2.5 WORK AREA PREPARATION: Contractor shall protect all property located in or adjacent to the facility and shall repair, replace or otherwise be held liable for any damages. Facility property includes, but not limited to: furniture, vehicles, or supplies. Work areas, including equipment or any items such as sprinkler heads, fire and smoke detectors, plumbing and lighting fixtures, wallpaper, pre-finished paneling or floor covering not requiring painting shall be protected by the contractor to ensure that no damage occurs. Any moving of furniture, equipment and other items shall be the contractor's responsibility, except in cases where the CO, or a designated representative, requires movement of sensitive laboratory equipment or other items by Government personnel. Contractor shall exercise control measures for dust and toxic fumes in order to prevent hazards or illness to base and/or contractor personnel. In some instances, the CO/COR may allow system or cubicle furniture to remain in place and painted around, however, the contract must receive any deviations such as this in writing from the COR.

1.2.5.1 WORK AREA CLEANUP: The contractor shall clean all work areas after completion of work.

Furniture, equipment and all other items moved shall be returned to their original positions. Flammable materials shall be placed in closed metal containers and removed from the job site at the end of each day.

Upon completion of the work, staging, scaffolding and containers shall be removed from the site. Paint spots, oil, and stains shall be removed and the entire job left clean. Work site shall be left neat and orderly at the end of each duty day.

1.2.6 HOURS OF OPERATIONS: Normal duty hours are considered to be Monday thru Friday, 0700 to 1600.

1.2.6.1 SPECIAL PERFORMANCE HOURS: Contractor shall be required to work during other than normal duty hours as directed by the CO or COR to accomplish specialized painting requirements. The specialized requirements include, but not limited to, painting conference rooms, dining facilities, parking lots, hospital areas, base streets, and airfield markings which are not accessible during normal duty hours.

The Contractor may be required to establish specialized performance hours on a continuing basis depending on types and nature of facilities to be painted. The COR will provide the Contractor as much advance notice as is practical. Under normal conditions emergency workload should not exceed 10%.

1.2.7 PERFORMANCE OF SERVICES DURING CRISIS DECLARED BY THE NATIONAL

COMMAND AUTHORITY OR OVERSEAS COMBATANT COMMANDER. In the event the contractor is unable to perform his daily operations due to peacetime emergency and/or wartime contingency disturbances, etc., neither the Government nor the contractor shall take action for non-compliance with contract requirements.

1.2.8 WORK STOPPAGES: Joint Base Andrews may require work stoppages due to scheduled or unscheduled mission requirements, such as ramp freezes and road closures. The contractor shall account for possible unscheduled delays in their work schedules and estimates as necessary.

1.3 CONTRACTOR:

1.3.1 PERSONNEL: Contractor personnel shall consist of individuals with the necessary means to accomplish specific contractor duties as outlined herein.

1.3.1.1 PROJECT MANAGER: Contractor shall provide a project manager with qualifications and authority to obligate on behalf of Contractor Officials. Project manager, or designated representative shall be physically present whenever work is being performed specifically from 0700 to 1600, Monday through Friday of each week, with exception of legal federal holidays. Designated representatives for the project manager shall be on-site at such time that the project manager is absent. The designated representative shall be fully qualified in all aspects of this position, and shall have full supervisory authority during such absences. The project manager and/or alternates shall be responsible for management and coordination of all contract provisions and be the point of contact with appointed Government representatives. The contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer (CO) in writing the names of the project manager and his/her designated alternates prior to the commencement of this contract. The project manager, alternate(s) and all other contractor employees must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

1.3.2 CONTROL OF CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES: The United States Government will restrict the use of Contractor employees identified as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, and general wellbeing or operational mission of Joint Base Andrews or its population. All contractor employees shall be fully clothed at all times IAW the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations, to include presenting a conservative image.

1.3.3 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: Contractor shall comply with all applicable regulations, directives, and procedures to obtain Government furnished installation pass and identification items, flight line driving passes or escorts required for the performance of work. For access to controlled areas, Contractor shall arrange for escort by contacting the Real Property Building Manager (using agency) for the facility of the work requester. The contractor shall obtain an access permit prior to operating a vehicle on the airfield IAW JBAI 13-213 Airfield Driving.

1.3.3.1 PHYSICAL SECURITY: Contractor shall be responsible for safe guarding all Government property in his/her work area, both on and off site. At the close of each work period, the contractor shall secure Government facilities, equipment and materials.

1.3.4 QUALITY CONTROL: Contractor shall establish and maintain a complete Quality Control Plan (QCP) to insure all contract provisions are met. One copy of the Contractor's QCP shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval not later than the pre-performance conference. A revised copy shall be provided to the Contracting Officer on contract Notice to Proceed date and as changes occur. The plan shall include, but not limited to, the following:

• The inspection process shall detail when and how inspections will be accomplished and the title of the individual(s) who will perform the inspections.

• On-site records of all inspections conducted by the Contractor and necessary corrective action taken. This documentation shall be made available to the Contracting Officer or COR upon request.

1.3.5 VEHICLES: Contractor vehicle shall have the name of the Contractor neatly exhibited on each side of the cab (door). The vehicle shall be in satisfactory mechanical condition and present a neat and clean appearance. Contractor shall operate vehicles to comply with Base traffic regulations. Vehicle repairs on Base shall be limited to those minor in nature, such as tire repair. If radio equipped, radio frequency shall comply with the Base radio frequency regulations.

1.4 GOVERNMENT:

1.4.1 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED FACILITIES. The Government shall provide an area in building 3608 for the purpose of office and warehouse space. The contractor shall be responsible for good housekeeping, ensuring working areas and restrooms are kept clean and neat.

1.4.2 GOVERNMENT SUPPLIED UTILITIES: The Government shall furnish reasonable utilities to include heating, air conditioning, electricity, water and sewer. The Contractor shall ensure all employees practice utilities conservation. Water faucets or valves shall be turned off after use. The workers shall not adjust mechanical equipment controls for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Lights shall be used only in areas where and when work is actually being performed.

1.5 SAFETY:

1.5.1 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH: Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to occupational safety and health. Other specific areas of compliance include, but not limited to, the following:

1.5.2 SPECIAL WORK SITES: All work under this contract within or adjacent to fuel storage areas, munitions storage areas, or other hazardous area shall be performed IAW all Joint Base Andrews fire and safety regulations pertaining to such hazardous areas and the applicable requirements of AFM 91-201 Explosives Safety Standards. Particular attention is directed to the prohibition of matches, flame, spark producing or heat producing devices in fuel storage and munitions areas.

1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL: Contractors must operate in accordance with Joint Base Andrews Environmental Protection Standards for Contracts.

1.6.1 SPILLS: Spill containment and cleanup are the responsibility of the contractor. All spills shall be reported to the Joint Base Andrews Fire Department, as well as the COR and/or CO within 15 minute of occurance. Prior to beginning work under this contract, contractor shall obtain information from the CO/COR as to the correct telephone numbers for such notification, to include phone numbers to contact appropriate JBA personnel regarding such occurrence(s) during work hours characterized as Special Performance Hours in subparagraph 1.2.6.1 Information to be provided includes spill location, type of material and estimated amount. The contractor shall ensure appropriate spill kit and personal protective equipment (PPE) is available to take care of spills. In addition, he/she will have absorbent materials and containers on site at all times to handle up to any spilled material.

1.6.2 ASBESTOS: If suspected asbestos containing materials (ACM) are encountered when performing the work described herein, the contractor shall notify the COR and/or CO. If a material sample is required to determine the presence of ACM, further work in the affected area will stop only at the direction of the Contracting Officer.

1.6.3 HAZARDOUS WASTES: Hazardous waste containment, cleanup and disposal are the responsibility of the contractor. All hazardous wastes such as sandblast media, chlorinated solvents, paint thinners, and fuels will be labeled and an inventory management system initiated to ensure timely removal and proper disposal. There will be no On-Base disposal allowed, including use of sanitary, storm or industrial drains. All drums must be labeled with a hazardous waste label. The proper Department of Transportation (DOT) shipping name, UN or NA, EPA waste number, generator information, and accumulation start date on the label shall be filled out. All drums used to store hazardous waste must be non-leaking and safe to handle. Drums that are rusted, dented, or leaking should be over packed. The Contractor shall purchase drums and/or over packs. All drums must meet latest DOT specifications.

1.6.3.1 MANIFEST: All hazardous wastes removed from Joint Base Andrews shall be manifested. The manifest will be signed and approved by an authorized person from the 316 CES Contractor shall call 301-981-1652 at least 24 hours in advance to obtain approval for manifest. A copy of the completed manifest must be received in the 316 CES Environmental office within 30 days after approval is obtained.

1.7 MEASUREMENTS AND PROPOSALS:

1.7.1 CLEANING OF SURFACES: The area shall be the number of square feet of surfaces cleaned as specified by the Government. Linear measurements shall be made to the nearest foot. Areas to be paid for shall be net areas minus all wall openings. This line item shall only be paid when the Government requires areas to be cleaned. It is the contractor's requirement to clean all surfaces prior to painting as specified in the surface preparation section.

1.7.2 GYPSUM WALLBOARD FINISHING: Gypsum wallboard finishing shall be the number of square feet of gypsum wallboard (total wallboard area). Linear measurements for determining areas of gypsum wallboard finishing shall be made to the nearest foot and shall be paid for as net areas to the nearest square foot, deducting all wall openings.

1.7.2.1 PATCHING GYPSUM WALLBOARD: The area shall be the number of square feet of surface of gypsum wallboard required to replace the hole, or damaged area from stud to stud. Small holes such as nail or pushpin holes shall be considered part of surface prep and not require additional costs to the government.

1.7.3 PAINT: Work shall be measured in accordance with the Price List. Measurements for protective coating maintenance work shall be for the complete coating system and not for each individual coat.

Example: The requirement is to paint one side of a new wall, which is 10 FT high x 20 FT long. The number of coats required by the specifications (Appendix B) is 2 coats plus the surface preparation specified. The amount of surface to be paid for is 200sf. Each coat shall be inspected by the PM prior to applications of additional coats.

1.7.3.1 PAINTING OF BUILDING SURFACES: The painting of building surfaces, including floor finishing and application of textured coatings, textured finishes, roof-coating and silicone water-repellent shall be the number of square feet of building surfaces painted and accepted. Corrugations and similar surface irregularities shall not be measured separately and are considered, included in the square foot measurement of subject wall. Wall areas to be paid for shall be net areas deducting all doors, windows and other wall openings. Measurements for determining areas of doors and windows to be paid for shall be the height multiplied by the width, for each side to be painted, (see Appendix 1). Pipes connected to wall 1 1/2" in diameter and smaller shall be measured as part of subject wall. No extra square footage shall be figured. Pipes larger will be measured and calculated as additional square footage.

1.7.3.2 PAINTING OF CHAIN LINK FENCES: Paint shall be applied by brush or spray; special attention shall be given to ensure all surfaces receive the same thickness.

1.7.3.3 PAINTING FIRE HYDRANTS AND GAS METERS: Contractor shall be required to paint fire hydrants and gas meters of different and varying sizes.

1.7.3.4 DECORATIVE BLOCK: Decorative block shall be measured length times height for each side.

This is to include inside of block as applicable.

1.7.3.5 HANDRAILS: Decorative handrail shall be measured length times height. This will include both sides and all supports and braces as applicable.

1.7.4 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF VINYL WALL COVERING: The quantity of vinyl wall covering shall be the number of square feet of the wall coverings installed or removed, as measured in place. Linear measurement for the determining areas of vinyl wall covering shall be made to the nearest foot and shall be paid for as net areas, deducting all wall openings in areas to receive wall coverings.

1.7.5 PAVEMENT MARKINGS: The quantity, size, coloring, and location of pavement markings, including streets, US Government lines, striping,parking lots, curbs and airfields shall be be designated per task order. Contractor shall be required to provide all necessary means to layout new parking lots, textural markings, arrows, and taxiways prior to painting.

1.7.6 SIGNS: Signs shall be measured and rounded to the nearest SF. (Example: 4.5 sf. will be 5 sf; 4.4 sf will be 4 sf).

SECTION 2

2.1 PREPARATION OF SURFACES AND WORK AREA

2.1.1 PROTECTION OF EXISTING WORK: All existing building surfaces, utilities, equipment, fixtures, furnishings, landscaping, sprinkler irrigation systems and adjacent vegetation shall be protected by the Contractor from damage during work under this contract, and any damage to such items due to work under this contract shall be promptly repaired by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

• Shrubbery shall be disturbed only as required to facilitate painting and shall be replaced in original locations if displaced. Shrubbery shall be tied back or, when necessary, trimmed to permit access to facility surfaces. All shrubbery trimming shall be subject to prior approval by the COR.

• Grass and earth next to facility walls shall be removed slightly below existing grade to permit wall paint to be carried down to a straight line parallel to, and slightly below, existing grades.

Any surfaces damaged by surface preparation shall be patched to match adjacent surfaces.

Primer shall be applied as the cleaning work proceeds, so that rust shall not set-in prior to painting. It will be the responsibility of the Contractor to properly prepare all surfaces and any surfaces not satisfactory for painting shall be corrected prior to work commencing.

2.1.2 MOVING OR EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE, FURNISHINGS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS:

Existing items of Government owned furniture and appliances in facility areas to be painted or coated shall be temporarily relocated by the Contractor prior to beginning work in each room to provide access to surfaces to be painted, and shall be replaced in their original locations and condition upon completion of the contract work in each room. Contractor shall be responsible for any loss or damage to the equipment, furniture and other items during handling and storage. Property owners shall remove clothing and other personal articles in closets and cabinets to be painted. Signs, hardware, hardware accessories, plates, lighting fixtures, shades, draperies and drapery rods, Venetian blinds, pictures, fire extinguishers and similar items in place prior to painting shall be removed and replaced upon completion of each space by the Contractor, or shall be otherwise protected by the Contractor during painting operations.

Contractor shall remove and replace upon completion of each space all items on or against surfaces to be painted or which will interfere with painting operations, except that fixed items of equipment with rigid piping connections need not be removed.

2.1.3 PREPARATION OF SURFACES: Contractor shall be solely responsible for the final results of his/her work and shall not commence any part of work until surfaces to be painted are in proper condition.

It is the responsibility of the Contractor to inspect the existing surfaces prior to application of paint or other coating and to properly prepare the surfaces to be painted or coated.

2.1.3.1 PATCHING: Contractor shall patch holes in gypsum wallboard, concrete, masonry and other surfaces prior to painting in accordance with industry standards.

2.1.3.2 CRACKING, DEBRIS, STAINING: Surfaces shall be free of loose, scaling or otherwise defective paint, grease/oil stains, rust, soil, dust, chalk, mildew, efflorescence and other deposits prior to painting. Cracks, holes or other defects less than 1/8 inch in width in concrete, masonry, and stucco surfaces which cannot be completely coated and sealed by the finish paint shall be filled flush with caulking compound as specified (interior/exterior). All cracked or loose caulking compound in joints around exterior door frames, windows, and other locations shall be removed. After removal of loose material, all joints around exterior doorframes, windows, and similar locations shall be caulked as specified (interior/exterior).

2.1.3.3 METAL FENCES: Any earth or debris covering portions of fence above bottom of fence fabric shall be removed. Existing signs or other items fastened to the fences shall be temporarily removed and then reinstalled upon completion of painting. All rust scale, loose rust, soil, and other toxic material shall be removed from metal fence surfaces by scraping, wire brushing or other suitable method, leaving the surfaces sound and free from loose materials. Surfaces after scraping or wire brushing shall be wiped or brushed clean. All surfaces shall be clean, smooth, sound, free of particulate and thoroughly dry at time of application of paint.

2.1.3.4 CONCRETE, STUCCO, AND MASONRY SURFACES: New surfaces shall be allowed to dry as long as possible within the time allowed before painting. Glaze, efflorescence, laitance, dirt, grease, oil, asphalt, surface deposits of free iron, and other foreign matter shall be removed prior to painting. Concrete masonry unit surfaces to receive a cement-emulsion fill coat shall be uniformly and thoroughly dampened with a fog spray of potable water immediately before coating. Concrete surfaces to receive moisture-cured polyurethane or chlorinated rubber coatings shall be acid-etched or mechanically abraded as specified by the coating manufacturer, rinsed with water and allowed to dry. The dry concrete surface shall then be treated with the manufacturer's recommended conditioner prior to application of the first coat.

2.1.3.5 FERROUS SURFACES: New ferrous surfaces that have not been shop-coated shall be solvent cleaned. Surfaces that contain loose rust, loose mill scale, and other foreign substances shall be mechanically cleaned by power wire brushing. Minor amounts of residual rust that cannot be removed by applying a sharp knife to any edge shall be allowed to remain. After cleaning, one coat of ferrous metal primer shall be applied to all ferrous surfaces to receive paint. The semi-transparent film applied to some pipes and tubing at the mill is not to be considered as a shop coat, but shall be over-coated with the specified ferrous metal primer prior to application of finish coats. Shop coated ferrous surfaces shall be protected from corrosion by treating and touching up corroded areas immediately upon detection.

2.1.3.6 GALVANIZED AND NONFERROUS SURFACES: New galvanized, aluminum and aluminum-alloy, lead, copper and other nonferrous surfaces to be painted shall be solvent cleaned and treated with a vinyl type wash coat conforming to Mil. Spec. DOD-P-15328D.

2.1.3.7 GYPSUM BOARD SURFACES: New gypsum board surfaces shall be dry and have all loose soil and dust removed by brushing with a soft brush or rubbing with a tack cloth and shall be clean prior to application of the first coat material.

2.1.3.8 PLASTER SURFACES: New plaster shall be allowed to cure per manufacturer’s instructions.

Plaster shall be clean free from loose matter and surface irregularities and shall have instrument measured moisture content not exceeding 8 percent.

2.1.4 WOOD SURFACES:

2.1.4.1 SURFACES TO BE PAINTED: New wood surfaces to be painted shall be cleaned of foreign matter. Wood surfaces adjacent to surfaces to receive water-thinned paints shall be primed before applying water thinned paints. Small, dry seasoned knots shall be scraped, cleaned, and given a thin coat of knot sealer conforming to Mil.Spec.MIL-S-12935D, before application of the priming coat. Pitch on large, open, unseasoned knots and all other beads or streaks of pitch shall be scraped off, or, if it is still soft, removed with mineral spirits or turpentine, and the resinous area shall be coated with knot sealer until no bleed-through occurs.

2.1.4.1.1 Surfaces shall be checked to insure that finishing nails have been properly set, and all holes and surface imperfections shall be primed. After priming, all holes and imperfections in finish surfaces shall be filled with putty or plastic wood filler, allowed to dry, and sanded smooth with sandpaper. Putty or wood filler used shall be compatible with subsequent coatings. Moisture content of the wood shall not exceed 12 percent as measured by a moisture meter, unless otherwise authorized.

2.1.4.2 SURFACES TO RECEIVE "NATURAL" FINISH: New wood surfaces to receive stain shall be sanded and stained to the approved shade and lightly sanded. In addition, oak and other open grain wood shall be given a coat of dry wood filler not less than eight (8) hours after the application of stain.

Excess filler shall be removed and surface sanded smooth.

2.1.4.3 WOOD FLOORS: Surface preparation of new wood floors shall be as specified in Section 9, Wood Floor Finishing.

2.1.5 FERROUS METAL SURFACES: All ferrous metal surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned and roughened by wire brushing or sanding (mechanical or by hand). The cleaning operation shall be performed in a block or sectional method and shall be continued until all paint, rust and other foreign matter on the original surface has been removed and until the cleaned metal surface is completely abraded. The surface condition shall conform to SSPC-SP-6. Contractor shall inspect the surfaces daily to assure satisfactory conditions for priming. The magnifier of the Keane-Tator Comparator shall be used to confirm the removal of all contaminants.

2.1.6 REMOVAL OF MILDEW: All surfaces to be painted under this contract which show visible signs of mildew shall be treated to completely remove the mildew as part of surface preparation. Surfaces to be treated shall be wetted with a solution of bleach and water. The solution shall be applied by cloth, spray, or other suitable method, using only enough solution to remove the mildew without causing damage to existing surfaces. In addition, all areas where mildew is present shall be thoroughly scrubbed if necessary to remove all visible traces of the mildew. After wetting and scrubbing operations are completed, and before the surfaces dry, the surfaces shall be flushed with clear water. Immediately prior to and during the wetting and scrubbing operations, all adjacent shrubs, grass and similar items shall be thoroughly wet down with water or otherwise protected as approved by the COR. All adjacent structures, vehicles, utilities, and other items shall be protected by the Contractor from damage by the wetting and scrubbing operations and any damaged items shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

2.1.7 CAULKING: All joints, including joints around windows, door frames, and louver frames, expansion joints, and construction joints in surfaces to be painted shall be re-caulked prior to painting.

2.1.8 SURFACES TO RECEIVE VINYL WALL COVERING: Before applying any wall covering, Contractor shall inspect surfaces to be covered. Any defects or conditions that will interfere with or prevent a satisfactory wall covering application shall be corrected. Remove from substrate any soil, grease and any crayon, ink or similar markings to prevent color staining or bleeding through the vinyl.

Fill all cracks, crevices, and holes with spackling compound. All rough spots shall be made smooth and flush by sanding with suitable equipment. All surfaces to receive wall covering shall be thoroughly dry.

Surfaces of walls shall be primed or sealed as required by manufacturer's recommendations in order to permit ultimate removal of wall covering without damaging wall surfaces.

2.1.9 CLEANING OF SURFACES: Cleaning shall be accomplished by the use of high pressure water with suitable chemical compounds, if required. Cleaning of surfaces shall consist of removal of stains, mildew and other surface defacements and returning surfaces to their original appearance. Surfaces shall be cleaned of all laitance, efflorescence, dirt, stains, fungus, mildew, and other deleterious substances.

Cleaning shall be accomplished by the use of suitable chemical compounds and water. The chemical compounds shall be proven products formulated specifically for this type of work. The use of steam for cleaning of surfaces shall not be permitted.

2.1.9.1 Cleaning and painting shall be scheduled so that dust and other contaminants from the cleaning process will not fall on newly painted surfaces. Any facility surfaces or other items damaged by work under this contract shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

2.2 GYPSUM WALLBOARD FINISHING AND PATCHING

2.2.1 SCOPE: Contractor shall patch and/or finish gypsum wallboard installed by the Government to the extent specified hereinafter.

2.2.2 PATCHING: The contractor shall patch minor holes (less than ¼ inch) in the gypsum wallboard in accordance to industry standards prior to painting with no additional cost to the government. The contractor shall also patch holes larger than ¼ inch in accordance with industry standards and charge the appropriate CLIN for reimbursement.

2.2.3 FINISHING OF GYPSUM WALLBOARD

2.2.3.1 MATERIALS: Except as otherwise specified hereinafter, finishing materials for gypsum wallboard shall conform to ASTM Standard C475M-22

• Joint tape shall be plain, perforated, cross-laminated tapered edge, reinforced paper, or special tape recommended by the manufacturer.

• Taping or embedding compound shall be specifically formulated and manufactured for use in embedding of tape at gypsum wallboard joints and shall be completely compatible with the tape and the substrate.

• Finishing or joint compound shall be specifically formulated and manufactured for use as a finishing compound.

• All-purpose compound shall be specifically formulated and manufactured to serve as both a taping and finishing compound and shall be compatible with the tape and substrate.

• Compounds for taping and finishing may be a drying or setting type. Do not mix vinyl base, case-in base, and setting formulations unless recommended by the joint compound manufacturer.

2.2.3.1.1 When applied, the compounds shall be of a chemical composition compatible with previous and successive coats.

2.2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION: No finishing operation shall be done until the interior temperature has been maintained at a minimum of 50 degrees Fahrenheit for a period of at least 48 hours and thereafter until the compounds have completely cured. When two-ply application is used with adhesives between plies, precautions shall be taken to ensure the adhesive is thoroughly dried before any paint is applied. Adequate and continuous ventilation shall be provided to ensure proper drying, setting, or curing of the taping and finishing compounds.

2.2.5 TAPING AND FINISHING: The contractor shall tape and finish gypsum wallboard using industry standards, overall applying 3 coats with tools of sufficient width to extend beyond the joint center ensuring a smooth level plane of surface upon completion without dents, or gouges. Fastener heads should also have three successive coats of joint sealing compound each applied in a different direction. Backfill all cut-outs with compound used for taping or finishing so that there is no opening larger than 1/4 inch between the gypsum board and a fixture or receptor. Finish the corner bead with successive coats of joint treatment compound as recommended by the compound manufacturer, so as to make the corner bead flush with the board surface.

2.2.6 SEALING OF NEW GYPSUM BOARD SURFACES: After the taping, finishing and dust removal procedures are complete new gypsum board shall have a full coat of gypsum wallboard primer (Master Painters Institute ref: #50) applied to entire area as specified in the Painting Schedule.

2.3 PROTECTIVE COATING/PAINT

2.3.1 SCOPE: Contractor shall furnish all personnel, supervision, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, materials, supplies, quality control, management, appliances and other items and services to perform protective coating and painting services on Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Davidsonville and Brandywine Sites. Work may include, but is not limited to surface preparation, interior painting, exterior painting, fences, storage sheds, utility poles, sign posts, active vehicle control barriers/bollards, floors, swimming pools and storage tanks.

2.3.2 SWIMMING POOL PAINTING TASKS: Contractor shall prepare the surfaces and paint swimming pools, pool aprons, diving boards, lifeguard stands and supporting structures and other pool appurtenances such as ladders and pool equipment requiring painting. Only swimming pool interior surfaces are included in the unit price item for painting swimming pools. Other surfaces such as aprons and ladders shall be included in painting of applicable exterior surfaces.

2.3.3 STORAGE TANKS: Contractor shall be required to paint storage tanks of different and varying sizes.

2.3.4 FUNGICIDE: The material specified for the first coat and each subsequent coat of paint (with the exception of metal primers and aluminum paints) shall contain a fungicide that will not adversely affect the color, texture, or durability of the coating. The fungicide agent shall be incorporated into the paint by the manufacturer in a quantity so that the paint will meet the mildew resistance tests specified in the applicable Federal Specifications, for the paints to be furnished. Where mildew resistance tests are not included in the Federal Specifications for a particular paint specified, such paint shall meet the fungus resistance test specified in Commercial Item Description A-A-3183. The fungicide agent shall be an EPA approved broad-spectrum fungicide.

2.3.5 COLORS: Unless otherwise required to match existing colors or approved by the COR, colors of paint for surfaces to be painted shall conform to Federal Standard No. 595C. Selection of colors and designation of building areas to receive the various color schemes shall be made by the COR. A different color scheme may be required for each job. Where touch-up work is required, the Contractor shall match the existing color scheme.

2.3.6 PAINT APPLICATION/CONDITION(S): Unless otherwise recommended by the paint manufacturer, the ambient temperature shall be between 45 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit when applying coatings other than water-thinned or moisture-cured polyurethane coatings. Water thinned coatings shall only be applied when ambient temperature is between 50 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Moisture-cured polyurethane coatings shall only be applied within the minimum and maximum temperatures recommended by the coating manufacturer. Moisture-cured polyurethane shall not be applied when the relative humidity is below 30 percent. Paints, except water-thinned types, shall be applied only to surfaces that are completely free of surface moisture as determined by sight or touch. Paint shall not be applied to surfaces upon which there is visible frost or ice. Moisture content of wood shall not exceed 12 percent when checked with a moisture meter by the Contractor prior to painting.

2.3.6.1 APPLICATION OF PAINT: Paint shall be applied under dry and dust-free conditions. No coat of paint shall be applied until the preceding coat is thoroughly dry. All primer and intermediate coats of paint shall be unscarred and completely integral at the time of application of each succeeding coat. Paints shall be thoroughly stirred and kept at a uniform consistency during application and shall not be thinned in excess of the manufacturer printed recommendations. No paint shall be used after it has caked or hardened. Paint containers shall not be opened until required for use. Paint shall be well worked into all joints, corners and crevices. All work shall be done in a professional, workmanlike manner, leaving the finished surfaces free from drops, ridges, waves, holidays, laps, brush marks and variations in color, texture and finish. Each coat shall be applied so dry film shall be of uniform thickness. Except as otherwise specified, paints shall be applied IAW the manufacturer's printed recommendations. The first coat of paint shall be tinted to a slightly different and distinguishable shade from the second coat. Paint shall be applied to fences as cleaning work proceeds so that additional rust will not set in prior to painting.

Adequate ventilation shall be provided during paint application. Temporary coverings shall be laid on the ground or pavement on both sides of fence(s) during paint application to keep paint off ground, foundation and pavement. Prior to application of paint, the surfaces to be painted shall show no visible traces of mildew and any surfaces where mildew is present shall be retreated as specified.

2.3.6.2 METHOD OF PAINT APPLICATION: Except as otherwise specified, all primer and finish paint shall be applied by brush or roller. All brushes and rollers shall be of types suitable for the intended use and which shall produce acceptable paint finishes. All brushes, rollers, and other equipment for applying paint shall be used IAW good commercial practices without the use of field applied or nonstandard attachments.

• Moisture-Cured Polyurethane: Manufacturer's recommendations for application, curing and drying time between coats shall be followed. Second coats shall be applied at a maximum spreading rate of 450 square feet per. gallon.

• Cement-Emulsion Filler Cement-emulsion filler shall be scrubbed into the surface vigorously with a stiff-bristled brush having Tampico or Palmyra bristles not longer than 2-1/2 inches. At least 24 hours shall elapse before applying exterior emulsion paint over cement-emulsion filler.

When the ambient temperature is over 85 degrees Fahrenheit, cement-emulsion filler surfaces shall be dampened lightly with a fog spray of potable water immediately prior to application of subsequent paint coat(s).

• Fences: Paint for fences shall be applied by long-nap rollers of type designed for painting of chain link fencing. Surfaces inaccessible for rolling shall be painted by brush.

• Time Between Surface Preparation and Painting: Surfaces that have been cleaned, pretreated and otherwise prepared for painting shall be given a coat of specified first coat as soon as practicable after such pretreatment has been completed, but prior to any deterioration of the prepared surface.

Sufficient time shall elapse between successive coats to permit proper drying. This period shall be modified as necessary to suit adverse/inclement weather conditions. Oil-based solvent-type paints shall be considered dry for re-coating when the paint feels firm, does not deform or feel sticky, under moderate pressure of the thumb, and the application of another coat of paint does not cause lifting or loss of adhesion of the undercoat.

2.3.7 LETTERING: All existing painted lettering on existing surfaced requiring painting shall be re-lettered by the Contractor to match existing lettering.

2.3.8 CLEAN-UP: All interior and exterior surfaces of window and door glass shall be free of all excess paint. All hardware and light fixtures shall be free of excess paint or over spray.

2.3.9 APPLICATION OF WATER-REPELLENT: The water-repellent shall be applied IAW the manufacturer's printed recommendations. Unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer, all water-repellent shall be applied in the presence of the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

2.3.10 TEXTURE FINISH: Texture finish for ceilings shall be a white, mill mixed, texture product with or without Perlite aggregate, as approved by the Contracting Officer’s representative, suitable for use on new or previously painted interior gypsum wallboard or plaster surfaces. The Perlite aggregate shall be of size to provide for walls shall be a white, mill mixed texture product without aggregate, suitable for use on same surfaces specified above for ceiling texturing.

2.4 SEALANTS AND CAULKING

2.4.1 SAMPLE JOINT: Before sealant and caulking work is started, provide a sample of each type of finished joint where directed. The sample shall show the workmanship, tooling, bond, and color of sealant or caulking. The workmanship, tooling, bond, and color of sealant or caulking work throughout the project shall match the approved sample joints.

2.4.2 ENVIRONNMNTAL CONDITION: The ambient temperature shall be within the limits of 40 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit when the sealant and caulking are applied, unless otherwise directed by manufacturers’ limits and recommendations, whichever is most strict.

2.4.3 MATERIAL: Products shall conform to the reference documents listed for each use. Color of sealant and caulking shall match adjacent surface color unless specified otherwise. For ASTM C 920 sealants, use a sealant that has been tested on the type(s) of substrate which it shall be applied.

• Interior Caulking Or Sealant: (ASTM C 834) (ASTM C 570, Type 1) (AST C 920, type S, Grade NS, Class 12.5, Use NT). Color or caulking or sealant shall be as selected by the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative.

• Exterior Sealant: For joints in vertical surfaces, provide (ASTM C 920, Type S, Grade NS, Class 25, use NT). For joints in horizontal surfaces, provide (ASTM C 920, Type S, Grade P, Class 25, Use T). Color of sealant shall be as selected by the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative.

• Floor Joint Sealant: (ASTM C 920, Type S, Grade P, Class 25, Use T). Color of sealant shall be as selected by the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative.

• Primer for Sealant: Use a non-staining quick drying type and consistency recommended by the sealant manufacturer for the particular application.

• Primer for Oil- and Resin-Base Caulking: Use ready-mixed aluminum paint,

• Bond Breakers: Use the type and consistency recommended by the sealant manufacturer for the particular application.

• Backstops: Use neoprene, butyl, polyurethane, or polyethylene foams free from oil or other staining elements as recommended by the sealant manufacturer. Backstop material shall be compatible with the sealant. Do not use oakum and other types of absorptive materials as backstops.

2.4.4 SURFACE PREPARATION: Surfaces shall be clean, dry to the touch, and free from frost, moisture, grease, oil, wax, lacquer, paint, or other foreign matter that would destroy or impair adhesion.

Where adequate grooves have not been provided, contractor shall clean out grooves in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. No grinding shall be required on metal surfaces.

• Steel Surfaces: Remove loose mill scale by sandblasting or, if sandblasting is impractical or would damage finish work, scraping and wire brushing shall be required. Remove protective coatings by sandblasting or using a solvent that leaves no residue.

• Aluminum or Bronze Surfaces: Remove temporary protective coatings from surfaces that shall be in contact with sealant. When masking tape is used as a protective coating, remove tape and any residual adhesive just prior to sealant application. Use non-staining solvents recommended by the item manufacturer.

2.4.5 SEALANT PREPARATION: Do not modify the sealant by addition of liquids, solvents, or powders. Mix multi-component elastomeric sealants IAW manufacturer's printed recommendations.

2.4.6 APPLICATION:

• Backstops: Where joint cavities are constructed deeper than recommended by the sealant manufacturer, tightly pack the back or bottom with backstop material to provide a joint of the depth recommended. Install backstops dry and free of tears or holes.

• Primer: Just prior to application of the sealant or caulking compound, clean out all loose particles from joints. Apply primer IAW compound manufacturer's recommendations. Do not apply primer to exposed finished surfaces.

• Bond Breaker: Provide bond breakers as recommended by the sealant manufacturer for each type of joint and sealant used.

• Sealant and Caulking Compounds: Use of compounds that is compatible with the material to, and against, which it is applied. Do not use a compound that has exceeded its shelf life or has become too jelled to be discharged in a continuous flow from the applicator. Apply the compound IAW the manufacturer's printed recommendations.