Attachment_1_-_Kombewa_and_Kisian_Facility_Renovations_PTS.pdf

United States Army Medical Research Directorate – Kenya

Kombewa and Kisian Facility Renovations

Kombewa Walter Reed

Research Center

Kisian Kenya Medical Research Institute Kisumu Region, Kenya

PEFORMANCE TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

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Attachment 1 Performance Technical Specifications

TABLE OF CONTENTS

COVER PAGE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2

LEGEND: ACRONYMS AND DEFINITION------------------------------------------------------------------5

1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION --------------------------------------------------------------- ---6

1.1 General

Design-Build Procedure Design Acceptance and Construction Authorization

1.2 Scope of Project

CLIN 001 – Kombewa Compound Grey Water Recycling System CLIN 002 - Kombewa Compound Drainage Repairs CLIN 003 - Kombewa Compound Electrical Equipment Upgrades CLIN 004 - Kisian Compound Animal House Office Renovation CLIN 005 - Kisian Compound Electrical Room Renovation CLIN 006 - Kisian Compound Electrical Generator Upgrades

1.3 Standard Nomenclature

1.4 Project Signage

1.5 Procedure

1.6 Contract Milestones

2. PROJECT OBJECTIVES ------------------------------------------------------------------17

2.1 Mission Statement

2.2 Facility Function

2.3 Project Specific

Sustainable Design Energy Conservation

2.4 Appropriate Design

2.5 Workflow Process

Hours of Operation

Staffing/Occupancy

3. SITE ANALYSIS -----------------------------------------------------------------------------18

3.1 Existing Site Conditions

Natural Constraints

Man Made Constraints

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3. SITE ANALYSIS (continued)

3.2 Photo Description

3.3 Site Development Requirements

Site Plan – Facility Footprint

Parking and Service Access Pedestrian Access and Circulation Landscaping Utilities Site Drainage Site Clearing Construction Access / Lay-Down Area Signage

4. GENERAL WORK REQUIREMENTS --------------------------------------------------34

4.1 Reference Standards

4.2 Work Requirements

4.3 Design Guidance

4.4 Engineering Technical Specifications

4.5 Project Start and Planning

4.6 Submissions

Concept Design Submittal Final Design Submittal Construction Schedule Quality Control Plan Safety Plan / Accident Prevention Plan Interim / Construction Submittals Completion Submittals

4.7 Construction Guidance

4.8 Utility Services

4.9 Certifications, Licenses, Permits, Fees, etc.

4.10 Coordination

4.11 Vegetation Control

4.12 Responsibility of Materials

4.13 Safety and Protection

4.14 Spill Contingency Plan

4.15 Special Site Conditions

4.16 Cleaning

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5. ENGINEERING SYSTEMS REQUIREMENTS---------------------------------------44

A10 FOUNDATIONS

B10 SUPERSTRUCTURE

B20 EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE.

B30 ROOFING.

C10 INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION

C20 STAIRS

C30 INTERIOR FINISHES

D20 PLUMBING

D50 ELECTRICAL

G10 SITE PREPARATION

G20 SITE IMPROVEMENTS

G30 SITE CIVIL/MECHANICAL UTILITIES

G40 SITE ELECTRICAL UTILITIES

6. ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS----------------------------------54

SETION A10: FOUNDATIONS

SECTION B10: SUPERSTRUCTURE

SECTION B20: EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE

SECTION B30: ROOFING

SECTION C10: INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION

SECTION C20: STAIRS

SECTION C30: INTERIOR FINISHES

SECTION D20: PLUMBING

SECTION D50: ELECTRICAL

SECTION G10: SITE PREPARATION

SECTION G20: SITE IMPROVEMENTS

SECTION G10: SITE CIVIL/MECHANICAL UTILITIES

SECTION G10: SITE ELECTRICAL UTILITIES

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LEGEND: ACRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS

As used throughout this solicitation/contract:

Contracting Officer [KO] is the Government’s representative in charge for executing the contract and responsible for any amendment.

Contractor is for the Offeror that has been awarded the contract

COR stands for the Contracting Officer Representative, who is a qualified Government employee appointed by the KO to assist in the technical monitoring or administration of a contract.

D/B contract stands for Design and Build contract, which means that the contractor shall first provide a complete and executable design matching the specification for TR, then implement the construction in accordance to such a design.

DOD stands for U.S Department of Defense.

ESR stands for Engineering System Requirements

Government stands for the Government of the United States of America (U.S.A)

HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

KEMRI Kenya Medical Research Institute

NAVFAC EURAFSWA stands for Naval Facilities Engineering Command Europe, Africa and South West Asia; it is the Government’s executive agent for construction.

NTPC stands for Notice to Proceed with the Construction.

NTR stands for Navy Technical Representative, who is in charge to monitor the performance of work under the contract and is an accountable official for purposes of certifying payments

Offeror is any constructor that submits a bid

Project Manager [PM] is the Government’s technical representative in charge for managing the project (scope, cost, and schedule) from design authorization to closeout.

PTS stands for Performance Technical Specifications

RFP stands for Request for Proposal

RFQ stands for Request for Quotation

SF stands for Government’s Standard Form; this acronym is followed by a number identifying what contract action the form is intended for

SOW stands for Statement of Work: it is the detailed description of the work activities, deliverables and timeline the contractor will execute against in performance of specified work

TEB stands for the Government Technical Evaluation Board in charge to receive, accept and evaluate the technical offers

TR stands for Technical Requirements and shall be used interchangeable with Performance

Technical Specifications (PTS) within this document.

USAMRD United States Army Medical Research Directorate

USAMRD-K United States Army Medical Research Directorate –Kenya

Kisumu, Kenya

1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1.1 GENERAL

This contract is a design-build program to complete a total of six (6) facility renovation projects spread throughout two (2) United States Army Medical Research Directorate (USAMRD) compounds. The compounds are operated by the Walter Reed Army Institue of Research (WRAIR) and Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), respectively. The design and construction of the renovation projects shall be in accordance with Kenyan building codes, the Kenya Ministry of Health, and the requirements of this document.

Project Compound #1 shall be referred to as the “Kombewa Compound” and is the Walter Reed Research Center by the Kombewa District Hospital located at:

GPS coordinates: 0°6'13.939"S, 34°31'0.731"E (-0.103872, 34.516870).

Project Compound #2 shall be referred to as the “Kisian Compound” and is the KEMRI Center-for- Disease Control (CDC) compound in the Kisian area located at:

GPS coordinates: 0°4'37.06"S, 34°40'44.767"E (-0.076961, 34.679102).

Design-Build Procedure The Design-Build procurement method consists of a design phase and construction phase. The construction phase shall start only after acceptance of the contractor’s design.

The design shall be developed by qualified design professionals, either consistently employed in the contractor’s company or working for a design firm hired by the contractor for the purpose of this project. No work will begin until approved documents have been issued to the Contractor.

Design Acceptance and Construction Authorization The construction cannot start until all submittals required by this contract are received and reviewed by the US Government and shown to meet the requirements of these Performance Technical Specifications package. The acceptance of the design and authorization to start construction will be issued by the NAVFAC EURAFSWA project manager.

1.2 SCOPE OF PROJECT

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, management, supervision, delivery, transportation, travel, travel documentation, necessary immunization testing and medical screening, and all other necessary documentation to perform the scope of work.

The Scope of Work includes the following Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs):

CLIN 001 Kombewa Compond Grey Water Recycling System Contractor shall provide a grey water recycling system that feeds water from the existing onsite treatment plant to the research facility bathrooms.

CLIN 002 Kombewa Compound Drainage Repairs Contractor shall repair and upgrade the surface drainage throughout the Kombewa institute compound.

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CLIN 003 Kombewa Compound Electrical Equipment Upgrades Contractor shall upgrade the electrical equipment and provide a security shelter for the exterior electrical generator.

CLIN 004 Kisian Compound Animal House Office Renovation Contractor shall upgrade and renovate the existing animal house into a new administrative office.

CLIN 005 Kisian Compound Electrical Room Renovation Contractor shall renovate Walter Reed facility electrical room and upgrade the interior electrical equipment inside that electrical room.

CLIN 006 Kisian Compound Electrical Generator Upgrade Contractor shall upgrade the electrical generator equipment at the exterior of the Walter Reed facility.

The detailed scope of work for each CLIN shall include the following:

CLIN 001 Kombewa Compond Grey Water Recycling System Contractor shall provide a grey water recycling system that feeds water from the existing onsite treatment plant to the research facility bathrooms. This shall include:

1.1 Provide a new 10,000 liter grey water storage tank on an elevated cistern to feed the main facility with recycled water. The new tank shall be located at the North-West corner of the building by the canteen area.

1.2 Connect the new grey water storage tank to fill from the existing onsite water treatment plant.

1.3 Renovate the research facility interior plumbing such that the indoor water closets and urinals are fed by both the main water line and the new grey water storage system.

1.4 Install a new soak pit by the canteen area as well as increased drainage from the canteen kitchen to the new soak pit.

CLIN 002 Kombewa Compound Drainage Repairs

The contractor shall repair and upgrade the surface drainage of the Kombewa Research Clinic property civil support such as trenching, excavation, manhole, hand-hole, catch basin, storm water channel and piping, etc. to ensure a full complete operational and safe drainage system that able to withstand any severe water storm. A Preliminary Concept Design package of the desired repair and upgrade is attached with this Performance Technical Specifications (PTS) document and shall be used as a conceptual starting point only. The contractor is responsible for a comprehensive design that conforms to all local requirements and codes. The drainage repairs and upgrades shall include:

2.1 Demolish portions of the existing drainage system (approx. 250 square meters concrete pavement and curb) in order to facilitate improvemets to the drainage system as shown in the Preliminary Concept Designs. Demolition shall include, but not limited to: concrete pavement and curb, concrete drainage channels, metal drainage piping, earth (soil, rock, etc) and other work as required.

2.2 Demolish portions of the existing drainage piping (approx. 350 linear meters of metal drainage piping) in order to facilitate improvemets to the drainage system as shown in the Preliminary Concept Designs.

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2.3 Provide and install new pavement and curb (approx. 250 square meters of new concrete pavement with integral curb) to provide proper drainage as shown in the Preliminary Concept Designs.

2.4 Provide and install new drainage piping (approximately 350 linear meters of new metal drainage piping) to facilitate proper drainage of the compound per the attached Preliminary Concept Designs. Contractor shall verify and repair by replacement drainage channels which may have eroded or silted up overtime

2.5 Install approximately 8 new catch basin manholes with cast iron frame and cover.

2.6 Install approximately 50 square meters of new cast-in-place concrete retaining wall.

2.7 All new drainage structures shall be installed on a suitable soil. The new drainage system must provide positive drainage on tie into any of the existing drainage system that remains in place. Contractor shall re-grade as required for each site due to the condition of the existing slope to meet the attached Preliminary Concept Designs.

Contractor shall upgrade the electrical equipment and provide a security shelter for the exterior electrical generators and fuel pod. This shall include:

3.1 Demolish the existing power utility pole located in the containment pit of the existing fuel storage pod.

3.2 Provide a new pitched metal roof (approx. 25 square meters) to protect the existing exterior fuel storage pod area. The roof shall slope downward toward the East end of the compound. The roof shall be high enough to allow refueling operations.

3.3 Provide and install a new metal mesh wire security cage (approx. 40 linear meters) to the existing shelter for the electrical generators. The new metal security cage shall extend around the existing fuel pod and new fuel pod shelter. The security gate shall contain an access gate to the electrical generators and an access gate to the fuel pod in such as way as to allow refueling operations.

3.4 Replace the existing automatic voltage regulator with a new autotmatic voltage regulator of similar type.

3.5 Replace the exsting electrical power factor correction unit with a new power factor correction unit of similar type.

3.6 Provide adequate lightning protection for the new fuel pod and generators security shelter.

CLIN 004 – Kisian Compound Animal House Office Renovation The contractor shall upgrade and renovate the existing animal house into an administrative office complete with front overhang and exterior caged veranda area. Refer to the “Existing and Proposed Layout Diagrams” in the Photo Description in section 3.2 of this PTS. This shall include:

4.1 Roofing: Contractor shall remove and replace the (approx. 12 sq. meters) existing iron sheet and the timber roof without compromising existing structural integrity. New roof will be comprised of new IT-4 metal at 28 gauge thickness with a reddish rust color. The roof will also be extended by two (2) meters West toward the adjacent insectary building to cover a new veranda area. The roof will also be extended 2.2 meters South as a front overhang

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(see attached Proposed layout diagram in Section 3.2). All IT-4 metal roofing will be supported by roof joists extending to same length of overhang and be finished with fascia boards and soffits painted with three (3) coats of first-quality dura-coat outdoor paint.

4.2 Concrete Slab: Contractor shall extend the existing concrete slab to accommodate a new veranda area and the front overhang (see attached Proposed layout diagram in Section 3.2). The new veranda storage extension shall be approx. 6 sq. meters of concrete (see attached Proposed layout diagram) to the West. Front overhang concrete extension shall be approx. 8 sq. meters of concrete (see attached Proposed layout diagram in Section 3.2) to the South. The existing concrete drainage along the South of the building will be extended to the entire perimeter, and at an appropriate depth to prevent rodents from burrowing underneath to gain access to the building. Concrete will contain no dirt fillers with a minimum thickness of 30 cm and leveled with existing slab.

4.3 Veranda Wire Mesh Perimeter: The new exterior veranda space between the insectary building and the animal house will be enclosed with 12 gauge wire mesh in the same fashion as existing work space depicted in the Photo Description in Section 3.2 of this PTS.

The wire mesh perimeter shall have the appearance of continuity for the entire structure for new veranda area.

4.4 Door & Window: Contractor shall replace the existing door with new pre-approved steel door. New door will be painted to match fascia boards with a minimum of three (3) coats of first-quality dura-coat paint for outdoor use. Contractor shall replace the existing window with new steel, double-pane type window. The new window shall be crafted to be sealable.

4.5 Interior Furnishings: The contractor shall replace the existing wooden shelves with stainless steel type of the same dimensions. Contractor to install one (1) built-in work bench along the West side of the room, with the same dimensions as the existing desk. This work bench will be constructed of stainless steel.

4.6 Paint: The contractor will finish the interior walls and ceiling to a smooth, paintable surface and then paint interior and exterior. Paint will be of a color to match the existing with first-quality dura-coat for interior use. All surfaces, interior and exterior, will first be primed prior to application of three (3) finish coats.

4.7 Flooring: Contractors shall provide and install new flooring (approx. 12 sq. meters) and rubber cove base throughout the interior. New floor is to be tiled with pre-approved class 1 PVC tiles no larger than 12” x 12”. The client will advise on the color but it will be pre-approved prior to install.

4.8 Lighting & Electrical: Contractor shall provide electrical service to the new office by extending from the adjacent insectary building. The Contractor shall install one (1) four-way electrical consumer/distribution unit/box rated at 150 Amperes for the office. The electrical distribution unit shall be equivalent to Crab Tree or Havels brand. This box must be equipped with two (2) 32-Amp circuit breakers and two (2) 10-Amp circuit breakers. The new office should have two (2) interior fluorescent type lighting points of four (4) foot fluorescent fitting LED type bulbs. Exterior lighting will consist of two (2) outdoor fittings similar to the interior but rated for exterior use. There should be two (2) 13-Ampere double sockets inside. The outside will contain one (1) 13-Ampere outside rated double socket within veranda enclosure.

4.9 Power to this house is drawn from the adjacent insectary building to the West. The power to the new consumer/distribution unit must be fed by 45-Amp circuit breaker and 6.0 sqmm

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4.10 Veranda Sink: A commercial sink, rated for exterior use, will be installed outside within the veranda and put at a height of 1 meter above the concrete slab. The sink water drain will be directed to existing black water lines. Vendor will install a gate valve directly underneath the sink.

4.11 Water Supply: Contractor shall provide new adequate water supply to the new veranda sink. Water supply to be routed from either the adjacent insectary building to the West or the nearest water line. Route water supply lines in a location where lines are hidden and secured against wall using anchor screws or wall plugs such that there is no movement of pressurized water lines. New w ater supply lines shall be approx. ¾” ID and provide a neat and proper aesthetic appearance.

4.12 Air Conditioning: Contractor shall provide and install one(1) new air conditioning (A/C) unit of approx. 2-tons cooling capacity to cool the office. A/C shall be LG brand or equivalent with R410A refrigerant, high-wall interior unit, and evaporator split-type. Interior A/C unit to be installed on the Northern wall with the exterior unit outside to the North (see attached Proposed layout diagram in section 3.2).

4.13 Ethernet: Contractor shall provide and install Ethernet ports and wiring/cables routed through the attic space and connected from the adjacent insectary building to the West.

Cables will be buried underground within an approved 2mm PVC sheath. PVC sheath will be secured to exterior walls using approved saddle clips, routed into the attic space where approved PVC sheath will be used and secured to interior walls to prevent movement.

Double Ethernet ports will be installed 0.6 meter above the flooring.

4.14 The Contractor at his/her own cost is responsible for submission application and obtaining of all required certifications, permits, approval, and any other documents required for completion this project.

4.15 The contractor quality representative is required to be on site at all times during the life of this construction project in order to ensure the quality of products, workmanship, and construction to the design intent and requirements.

4.16 Construction Phasing and Temporary Utilities: The existing animal house will not be occupied during construction of this project. The adjacent WRAIR insectary building will be occupied during the duration of this project. The contractor shall provide no less than one

(1) weeks’ notice to Owner of activities that will affect Owner's operations. During the construction, the impact of electrical and water utility outages on building operations shall be minimized to the maximum extent possible. The Contractor shall coordinate and schedule the work with the WRAIR facilities manager such that utility outages shall be performed after routine working hours or during the weekends. Refer to section 4.9 Utility Services below for additional requirements. If electrical utility outages are to be performed during working hours, the contractor shall provide temporary power for the facility.

4.17 The contractor shall minimize nuisance from dust, noise or any other cause to the occupiers of the existing and adjacent property.

4.18 The contactor shall furnish and install wall barriers and rain/storm water shield, dust control, and cross contamination to protect personnel and Government property during construction. The contractor shall remove wall barriers and rain/storm water shield at the end of construction.

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4.19 Existing Utilities: Maintain services indicated to remain and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations. Do not interrupt existing utilities serving occupied or operating facilities unless authorized in writing by Owner and authorities having jurisdiction. Provide temporary services during interruptions to existing utilities, as acceptable to Owner and to authorities having jurisdiction. Provide at least one (1) weeks’ notice to Owner if shutdown of service is required during changeover.

4.20 New Utilities: Do not perform demolition work of known utilities until utility disconnecting and sealing have been completed and verified in writing. Upon completion of work, Contractor shall ensure and verify that utilities serving occupied spaces have been restored.

4.21 Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off indicated utilities serving areas to be selectively demolished. Owner will arrange to shut off indicated utilities when requested by Contractor. If utility services are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, before proceeding with selective demolition provide temporary utilities that bypass area of selective demolition and that maintain continuity of service to other parts of building.

4.22 Cut off water pipe or/and electrical conduit in walls/partitions and above ceiling to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit after bypassing.

Utilities serving occupied or operating spaces shall be continued without interruption.

CLIN 005 Kisian Compound Electrical Room Renovation The contractor shall upgrade and renovate facility interior electrical room and electrical distribution equipment. This shall include:

5.1 Replace the existing 40 KVA Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) with new 60 KVA UPS.

The new UPS shall be compatible with the existing facility electrical systems.

5.2 Replace existing electrical control and distribution panels with new. The new electrical panels shall consolidate electrical control and distribution into a single panel. The new UPS shall have its own separate control panel.

5.3 Demolish (approx. 18 sq. meters) of existing metal cage walls for the electrical room as well as the Southern exterior cage wall. Construct (approx. 18 sq. meters) of new 8” thick block wall to enclose the electrical room, including entry door. Provide (approx. 30 sq.

meters) of insulated interior finish inside the electrical room walls and ceiling.

5.4 Provide and install interior fluorescent- type overhead linear lighting with four (4) foot long fluorescent fitting LED type bulbs.

5.5 Provide and install one (1) air conditioning (A/C) unit with thermostat control for the new electrical room. The new A/C unit shall be split-system unit with the condenser located just outside the southern exterior wall of the electrical room. A/C unit shall be approximately 2-tons in cooling capacity. A/C shall be LG brand or equivalent with R410A refrigerant, high-wall interior unit, and evaporator split-type.

CLIN 006 Kisian Compound Electrical Generator Upgrade Contractor shall upgrade the exterior electrical generator equipment by replacing the electrical generator, providing new fuel storage, and new equipment security shelter. This shall include:

Demolish the existing 30 KVAR electrical generator and fuel storage shed.

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6.1 Expand the concrete equipment pad to accommodate a replacement electrical generator, a new 3,000 liter fuel pod, and a new 200 KVAR Alternating Voltage Regulator (AVR).

The new equipment pad shall have secondary containment walls in the case of a fuel spill.

6.2 Install a new 135 KVAR electrical generator at approximately the same location as the old generator. The new 135 KVAR electrical generator will be provided by the USMRD-K facility. Ensure new generator is properly connected to the WRAIR electrical room.

6.3 Provide and Install a new 3,000 liter fuel pod at the approximate location of the old fuel storage shed. Orient the new fuel pod so that it is easily accessed and filled from the street/parking areas to the South.

6.4 Provide and install a new 200 KVAR Alternating Voltage Regulator (AVR) on the upgraded equipment pad.

6.5 Provide and install a metal mesh security cage around the equipment and equipment pad as well as a pitched metal roof similar to the existing fuel pod storage roof. The security cage shall be at least 6 mm thick and shall have a rolling access gate to the south that allows for fill operations of the fuel pod. The new pitched roof shall be IT-4 metal, 28 gauge thick, and be sufficiently tall to allow for fill operations of the fuel pod.

All renovation and construction work shall result in a complete, safe, and usable facility. All work shall be in general conformance with the Kenyan Building Codes, International Building Codes, design standards, and life safety regulations.

As part of this Performance Technical Specifications package, the contractor will be provided with the following two (2) attachments:

1. Attachment 1A – Kombewa Drainage Repair and Upgrade Preliminary Concept Designs

2. Attachment 1B – Kombewa Research Building As-Built Drawings

3. Attachment 1C – Safety and Health Regulations

These attachments are for reference purposes only and shall provide a general idea of the intent of the projects. The contractor shall utilize these preliminary concepts, details, and diagrams to create their own full design drawings and details for construction. The preliminary quantity estimates provided in this Performance Technical Specifications are approximatons only and serve to describe the general magnitude of the scope. The contractor is responsible to visit the site in order to ascertain existing conditions and estimated quantities prior to bidding.

With the exception of the Animal House, the buildings at the Kombewa and Kisian compounds will be occupied during construction. Construction work shall be coordinated with USAMRD-K Logistics Director and NAVFAC project manager to minimize the disruption to building activities. The construction shall be performed in phases, as needed, such that the medical/research facilities can remain fully operational as per their normal schedules during construction.

Contractor shall provide all necessary protection plans, ensuring a sufficient number of adequately designed egresses in combination with other safeguards to provide adequate egress time or protection for occupants exposed to emergency evacuation.

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Contractor shall be responsible for the temporary relocation, storage, safeguarding and re-installation of all building contents (equipment, furniture, etc.) that must be moved or protected during construction.

Sitework Overall site layout and management must be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to the start of construction. New building and structure sites must be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to the start of construction.

1.3 STANDARD NOMENCLATURE

This is an American Document, and his note is to define the way in which numbers are presented herein:

1,000 = one thousand 3,500 = three-thousand five-hundred

1.08 = one and eight hundredths

0.1 = one-tenth

1.4 PROJECT SIGNAGE

The Contractor shall provide a painted project sign during construction. The sign shall be constructed of wood and supported by wooden or metal posts. The paint shall be water resistant and display the following:

Project name shall appear at the top center in 76mm (3 inch) tall capital block letters

“U.S. ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH UNIT”

(and in 38mm (1.5 inch) lettering with the following in sentence case letters):

“In cooperation with the Kenyan Government, funding for this project is provided by the U.S. Government.”

The Contractor may also add the Contractor company name at the bottom of the sign. The approximate size of the sign shall be 800mm x 1200mm and the sign shall be placed in a location to be determined by the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative. The Contractor shall submit a proof of the sign for approval prior to construction. The sign shall be placed in the location determined by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) in such a way so as to provide the most visibility to passers-by.

Dedication Plaque Provide a project dedication sign at the project site at least 2 weeks prior to project completion. No later than 4 weeks prior to the planned project completion, the Contractor shall contact the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative regarding final wording for the dedication sign. The Contractor shall provide a proof of the sign for approval prior to manufacturing the sign. The approximate size of the sign shall be approximately 800 mm x 1200 mm. The sign

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The following is an example of the Dedication Plaque template:

1.5 PROCEDURE

The total contract duration is 300 calendar days after award. This project shall have a separate Design Phase and Construction Phase. The Design Phase, also known as the Pre-Construction Phase, shall start upon award of the contract. The Construction Phase shall start only once that the official Notice to Proceed with Construction (NTPC) is issued by the NAVFAC EURAFSWA Project Manager/Contracting Officer.

The NTPC will not be issued until all Design Phase submittals are received, reviewed, shown to meet the performance technical specifications of the solicitation package, and approved by the US Government.

The Design Phase submittals consist of:

Concept Design Submittal Final Design submittal Construction Schedule Cost Proposal/Schedule of Materials Quality Control Plan Safety Plan/Accident Prevention Plan

The Construction Phase Submittals consist of

Interim / Construction submittals Completion submittals

The following is a brief description of the required submittals and procedure; refer to 4 General Requirements of this PTS package for more detailed information of the submittal requirements.

“U.S. ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH UNIT”

(The following shall be in 38mm (1.5 inch) sent case lettering)

“Building Relationships in the fight against diseases” “DD Month, YYYY”

“Working together for the future benefits for the people of Kenya”

“This facility is a gift from the people of the United States to the people of Kenya”

“DAY MONTH, YEAR”

“HEALTH AND PROSPERITY”

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Concept Design The concept design shall be completed within 60 calendar days of contract award. The concept design is intended to assure all lay-out requirements are clearly met before the full design is developed. The contractor shall utilize the Preliminary Concept Designs provided with this PTS package and develop a concept design for submission that meets all Performance Technical Specifications.

Final Design The contractor shall have 60 calendar days after approval of the concept design to complete the final design, incorporating all concept design review comments provided by the US Government. The final design shall meet all the requirements identified in these Performance Technical Specifications and the Solicitation package and shall include:

Architectural Drawings Structural Drawings Mechanical Drawings Plumbing Drawings Electrical Drawings All Calculations and Details required to validate the design.

Construction Schedule The contractor shall have 90 calendar days after issuance of the NTPC to complete the construction work. Before issuance of the NTPC, the contractor shall prepare and submit a construction schedule where the different work segments are identified and associated to the timeframe set for completion.

Quality Control Plan Before issuance of the NTPC, the Contractor will prepare and submit a Quality Control Plan describing personnel, procedures, tests and installation techniques that he plans to perform to ensure the quality required by this document and his design is obtained.

Accident Prevention Plan / Safety Plan Before issuance of the NTPC, the Contractor will prepare and submit an Accident Prevention Plan (APP), also known as a Safety Plan, describing procedures to perform to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment on the job site.

Interim / Construction Submittals During construction, the Contractor is required to submit routine reports detailing the progress of the project, including proof of completion, changes, and invoices.

Completion Submittals Upon completion of project and prior to final payment, the Contract is required to submit construction close-out submittals and inspection approvals leading to overall Acceptance of the project and Benefical Occupancy of the facilities.

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1.6 CONTRACT MILESTONES

Contract Milestone Timeline

AWARD Day 0

CONCEPT DESIGN SUBMITTED +60 Days after Award

GOVERNMENT REVIEW &

APPROVAL

+30 Days after Concept Design Submitted

FINAL DESIGN SUBMITTED +30 Days after Concept Design Approved

GOVERNMENT REVIEW &

APPROVAL

+60 Days after Final Design Submitted

NOTICE-TO-PROCEEED WITH-

CONSTRUCTION (NTPC)

Pending Final Design Approved and

Pre-Construction Submittals Approved

Approx. +180 Days after Award

CONSTRUCTION COMPLETION +90 Days after NTPC

FINAL INSPECTION Within +30 Days after Construction Completion

FINAL ACCEPTANCE

BUILDING OCCUPANCY DATE

(BOD)

Final Acceptance of facility pending punch list resolution

BOD pending Final Acceptance

CONTRACT COMPLETION +300 Days After Award

WARRANTY PERIOD +1 Year from BOD

Kisumu, Kenya

2. PROJECT OBJECTIVES

2.1 MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of the project is to provide improved medical and research capabilities for the Walter Reed Kombewa facility and the Kisian KEMRI CDC facility. This project has been designated as a priority by the Ministry of Health and USAMRD-K in order to sustain medical research platforms for surveillance, testing and evaluation of products to inform the development of interventions for military-relevant endemic diseases.

2.2 FACILITY FUNCTION

This facilities provides medical research and knowledge toward the mission and goals of the USAMRD-K. The facility is one part of a larger research program throughout the Kisumu region in Kenya.

2.3 PROJECT SPECIFIC PRIORITIES

The following items are of primary importance to the user of the facility.

Sustainable Design

Integrate sustainable principles into the design, development and construction of the project.

Reduce the total cost of ownership of the facility using a whole building, life-cycle approach. Provide integrated sustainable design strategies and features to minimize the energy consumption of the facilities; conserve resources; minimize adverse effects to the environment; and improve occupant productivity, health, and comfort.

Energy Conservation

Integrate energy conservation principles into the design, development and construction of the project. Reduce the total cost and consumption of energy in the facility using a whole building approach.

2.4 APPROPRIATE DESIGN

The intent of the design will be to maintain an indigenous character. As much as possible, materials are to be available locally to promote the local economy and to take advantage of the skills and experience of local trades-persons. Construction methods are to be in-line with those used locally to take advantage of the skills and experience of local trades-persons.

2.5 WORKFLOW PROCESS

Hours of Operation

The majority of the work of this contract is to be done during the hours of 0800-1700 Monday – Friday. Contractor shall take reasonable measures to minimize the effect of noise and dust from work on facility operations. If needs arise to work other than normal hours, coordinate with the facility, and obtain approval from the US Government COR.

Staffing/Occupancy

The facilities support medical research staffs of approximately 50 medical personnel each. With the exception of the Kisian animal house, the existing buildings will be occupied during construction.

The contractor coordinate and schedule the construction in phases, as necessary, such that the medical facilities may remain operational at all times during construction.

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3. SITE ANALYSIS

The two sites are located in Kenya at the following GPS COORDINATES:

Kombewa Compound DMS (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds) Format: 0°6'13.939"S, 34°31'0.731"E

DD (Decimal Degrees) Format: -0.103872, 34.516870

Kisian Compound DMS (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds) Format: 0°4'37.06"S, 34°40'44.767"E

DD (Decimal Degrees) Format: -0.076961, 34.679102

Kisumu, Kenya

CLINS 001, 002, and 003 are located at the Kombewa Compound Site:

(Above: Site Layout of the Kombewa Compound)

Kombewa and Kisian Compounds Kisumu, Kenya

CLINS 004, 005, and 006 are located at the Kisian Compound Site:

Kisumu, Kenya

(Above: Site Layout of the Kisian Compound)

3.1 Existing Site Conditions

NATURAL CONSTRAINTS

Consider all of the following natural constraints in the design of the facility and its location and orientation within the proposed site:

Topography:

Re-grading is anticipated for the scope of work in the CLIN 002 Kombewa coumpound drainage repairs as well as for the portions of the CLIN 004 Kisian animal house renovation.

Vegetation / Landscaping:

Protect existing vegetation. Provide maintainable landscaping design.

Climatology (Solar orientation, etc.):

If applicable, design to take advantage of prevailing wind direction and solar orientation to naturally moderate the interior temperature of the buildings.

Reference Geotechnical Soils Report if applicable.

If applicable, design foundations and structural components of the buildings in accordance with available geotechnical soils report information.

Hydrographic Survey if applicable:

Verify that there is no requirement for a hydrographic survey at this site.

MAN MADE CONSTRAINTS

Existing Vehicular Access and Circulation:

Indicate existing vehicular access to the site.

Site Utilities:

Verify the location and capacity of all existing utilities on site.

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Site Drainage & Storm Water Runoff (hydrology):

Verify that the improvements can be constructed without negatively impacting existing storm water runoff system for the sites.

Existing Buildings:

The construction shall be coordinated and scheduled with the facility occupants such that sections of the medical facilities can remain operational during the construction. Contractor shall be responsible to temporarly relocating, safeguarding and re-installing building contents (lab equipment, furnature, etc) that are required to be moved or protected during the construction.

Fencing:

There is an existing perimeter rence running through the outskirts of the proposed compounds.

Adjacent Land Use, Cultural Resources (historical, archeological):

Verify that the proposed facilities are compatible with adjacent land and that there is no significant impact on existing cultural resources.

3.2 PHOTO DESCRIPTION

The following pictures show the site conditions for CLINs 001 – 006 as of June 2017.

CLIN 001 Kombewa Compond Grey Water Recycling System

(CLIN 001 Above: Existing onsite water treatment plant at SW corner of Kombewa Compound)

Kisumu, Kenya

(CLIN 001 Above: New Greywater Storage tank to be similar to the above Existing Water Storage Tank)

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(CLIN 001 Above: Proposed location of new Greywater Storage Tank at NW corner of Kombewa Compound)

(CLIN 001 Above: Proposed greywater system piping route along West side of Kombewa Compound)

CLIN 002 Kombewa Compound Drainage Repairs

(CLIN 002 Above: View of Kombewa Compound from East Entrance Gate)

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(CLIN 002 Above: View of Kombewa Compound facing the East Entrance Gate)

(CLIN 002 Above: View of Kombewa Compound facing the South East from Entrance Gate)

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(CLIN 002 Above: View of Kombewa Compound facing the South East from Entrance Gate)

(CLIN 003 Above: Existing Exterior Electrical Generator to receive security fence at Kombewa Compound)

Kisumu, Kenya

(CLIN 003 Above: Existing Generator Fuel Pod to receive metal roof and security fence)

(CLIN 003 Above: Existing Automatic Voltage Regulator to be replaced with new at Kombewa Compound)

Kisumu, Kenya

(CLIN 003 Above: Existing Power Factor Correction Unit to be replaced at Kombewa Comound)

CLIN 004 Kisian Compound Animal House Office Renovation

Kisumu, Kenya

(CLIN 004 Below: Animal House Renovation into Office continued)

(CLIN 004 Above: Exsting Animal House and samples of proposed renovations)

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CLIN 005 Kisian Compound Electrical Room Renovation

(CLIN 005 Below: Existing Electrical Room inside the Kisian Compound CDC building)

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(CLIN 005 Below: Existing Electrical Room inside the Kisian Compound CDC building continued)

(CLIN 005 Above: Existing Electrical Room inside the Kisian Compound CDC building)

Kombewa and Kisian Compounds Kisumu, Kenya

CLIN 006 Kisian Compound Electrical Generator Upgrade

(CLIN 006 Below: Existing Exterior Electrical Generator outside the Kisian Compound CDC building)

Kisumu, Kenya

3.3 SITE DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS

FACILITY FOOTPRINT

Provide a scaled drawing with dimensions showing the development of the site including location of all buildings, vegiatation, farm land, and perimeter wall with gate locations.

ACCESS, CIRCULATION, AND SITE DEVELOPMENT

Parking and Service Access:

Indicate any proposed vehicular parking and service access areas.

Pedestrian Access and Circulation:

Indicate all proposed paths, sidewalks, steps, etc.

Utilities:

Indicate the location of the connection to any community utility system planned or under development at the time of award in accordance with this document and local requirements.

Site Drainage & Storm Water Runoff:

Indicate all proposed drainage channels.

Site Clearing:

Indicate areas of site clearing as required to construct the project in accordance with this document and local requirements.

Construction Access / Lay down Area:

Indicate areas of material storage and temporary security fencing.

Signage:

Indicate the location of the construction sign and any other signage required by local authorities.

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4.0 GENERAL WORK REQUIREMENTS

The work shall include design drawings and complete construction of the six (6) renovation projects identified in this scope of work. Contractor shall provide all designs and calculations for the facility renovations as well as associated site layouts, civil drawings, structural draiwngs, architectural drawings, electrical drawings, plumbing drawings, and mechanical drawings. The design shall meet all requirements of this Performane Technical Specification (PTS) package. Drawings to be as described in this document and as required to communicate the design to the US Government, final users, contractor’s staff and sub-contractors. Material selection, specifications and installation to be as described in the Engineering Systems Requirements (ESR) and the Engineering Technical Specification (ETS) included in this document. The Engineering Systems Requirements (ESR) and the Engineering Technical Specification (ETS) are a guideline for the design package. If an item in the project design is included in the ESR/ETS, the more stringent requirement between the ESR/ETS and the applicable local code shall govern. If an item in the project design is NOT included in the ESR/ETS, the requirements of the applicable local code shall govern.

All construction design/shop drawings will be approved and signed off in accordance with the current Kenyan Building Codes, international buildings codes, design standards, and life safety standards. Key staff will include professional engineers certified in accordance with Kenyan requirements, codes and regulations. The contractor shall submit the qualifications of their design team and key personnel as part of their proposal.

4.1 REFERENCE STANDARDS

Construction shall be in accordance with sound construction practices, and shall conform to the latest revision/edition of the codes, criteria, and standards referenced below except as otherwise indicated by this Performance Technical Specifications package.

Construction shall also comply with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations of the country of Kenya governing life/safety, fire protection, building construction, HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning) systems, plumbing systems and electrical systems in effect during this contract, except where specifically stated herein.

Any material installed that does not meet the requirements of the following Engineering Technical Specification (ETS) and/or applicable codes, ordinances and regulations will be removed and reinstalled at Contractor’s expense.

4.2 WORK REQUIREMENTS

The building construction and the site development as described from Part 1 through 4 shall be in accordance with the specifications provided in the following Parts 5 and 6. All the engineering system requirements described in the Part 5 are more detailed in the corresponding Part 6 Engineering Technical Specifications.

Special attention shall be paid to develop and adhere to the structural work and electrical work.

A structural report is required to describe the condition of any existing structure whose supports will be largely modified as well as any new standing structures.

All the electrical work shall be tested and delivered with a Compliance Certificate issued by a local qualified entity.

4.3 DESIGN GUIDANCE

For CLIN 003 Kombewa Compound Drainage Repairs, a preliminary survey and concept design was completed in 2015. This preliminary concept design is attached to this Performance Technical Statement and is entitled Attachment 1A “Kombewa Drainage Repair and Upgrade Preliminary

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Concept Designs”. These preliminary concept designs attest to work in place that was previously performed by others, in addition to providing a concept for completion of the facilities required by this contract. These preliminary concept designs are for reference purposes only and serve as a starting point to to convey the intent of the drainage repairs. Similarly, for CLIN 004 Animal House Office Renovation, Part 3 Site Analysis of this document contains a proposed layout for the new office renovation. The Contractor shall use the attached concept drawings for this package and must assess the condition of the existing system, as well as notify the Government POC of any deficiency prior to start construction. The contractor will utilize these preliminary concept designs as a guide and create their own full design package for construction. The Contractor’s Design Engineer-of-Record bears full responsibility for all design documents submitted, whether utilizing solutions provided in the preliminary concept designs, or providing their own.

The advisory provisions of all codes, requirements, and standards shall be mandatory; substitute words such as “shall”, “must”, or “required” for words such as “should”, “may”, or “recommended,” wherever they appear. The results of these wording substitutions incorporate these code and standard statements as requirements. Reference to the “authority having jurisdiction” shall be interpreted to mean “Contracting Officer”. Comply with the required and advisory portions of the current edition of the standard at the time of contract award.

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