SOW_GeneralRequirments.pdf

08-17-2017

08/18/2017

GENERAL PARAGRAPHS

1. GENERAL INTENTION:

It is the declared and acknowledged intention and meaning to provide fire protection inspections complete and ready for use. This contract is awarded on a fixed price basis.

2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The work includes provision of necessary labor, transportation, materials, supplies, equipment, and supervision for the Fire Protection Inspections. This contract will require a prime contractor to a sub-contractor relationship. These are proprietary systems. This contract is for a base (12 month) contract with four (12 month options) not to exceed a total of 60 months. This is for testing of the FIKE Explosive valves (both Army locations (155,102, and 224,) and Navy Location (0040)), ANSUL Chemical Suppression Hoods at Bldg. 1909 and Bldg. 121. Fire Pumps (3330 (two each), 3291, 3168, 3285, 3254 (two each), and bldg. 3243 pump house.) VESDA smoke sampling systems at bldg.

3168 (two each), and the Bldg. 3373 SHP PRO FIKE valve fire Suppression System. A lift will be required at Bldg.

0040 to reach the sensor but will be provided by the Navy with and operator to lift the contractor to the test location.

Contractor will be required to have a hard hat and harness. All other locations require and extension ladder or shall work off working platform. All inspections shall be conducted by certified test inspectors in each of the above systems. Suggested Vendors are Fuller Engineering Indianapolis (FIKE Explosive Valves), Vanguard Sales Evansville (ANSUL Chemical Systems), Certified Fire Pump Inspector (Fire Pumps), and ORR Fire Protection Louisville (VESDA Smoke Sampling Systems). Contractor is required to turn over inspection reports within two business days after systems are tested. Contractor is required to provide the government minimum of one week notice so that the government can schedule the testing with the customer. All systems shall be tested to NFPA standards for each type of system. All thermal links on the ANSUL systems shall be changed semi-annually. All nozzles shall be cleaned and checked with a laser pointer to ensure proper coverage. All ANSUL pull stations shall be tested and all mechanical trips shall be tested with cut link. All electrical and gas shutdown supervision shall be checked and all pilot lights shall be re-lite. Cleaning of the hoods and the filters are the responsibility of the Government. Contractor may be handed clean filters to install at bldg. 121 if filters are excessively dirty.

3. LOCATION:

The work shall be located at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Crane, Indiana. The exact locations are listed in the above paragraph.

4. CONTRACT LINE ITEMS: Not Used

5. DEFINITIONS-TECHNICAL:

5.1 Contracting Officer (KO): The Contracting Officer is a person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

5.2 Contractor: The term refers to both the prime Contractor and all Subcontractors. The Prime Contractor shall insure that his/her subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract.

5.3 Quality Assurance (QA): The method used by the Government to provide some measure of control over the quality of purchased goods and services received.

5.4 Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE): The Government employee designated by the KO to monitor contractor performance.

5.5 Quality Control (QC): A method used by the Contractor to control the quality of goods and or services provided.

5.6 Where “as shown”, “as indicated”, “as detailed”, or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that reference is made to the drawings accompanying this specification unless stated otherwise.

5.7 Where “as directed”, “as required”, “as permitted”, “approval”, “acceptance”, or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that direction, requirement, permission, approval, or acceptance of the KO is intended unless stated otherwise.

6. CONTRACT DRAWINGS: Not Applicable

7. COMMENCEMENT. PROSECUTION. AND COMPLETION OF WORK:

The Contractor shall be required to prosecute the work diligently, and complete the entire work ready for use. The fire protection inspections are required to be completed annually. Inspections will be due immediately on the FIKE valves and VESDA systems. The bldg. 1909 and bldg. 121 ANSUL systems shall be due in Jan. and July. The fire pumps can be scheduled during April or May. The building 1909 ANSUL system shall be tested on Monday mornings and building 121 ANSUL system shall be tested on Monday afternoon at approximately 1:00 P.M. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises. The completion date will be computed starting 10 calendar days after the date of award, which is the date; the Contracting Officer signs the contract award. This 10-day period is for the Contractor's submission of required submittals including but not limited to insurance, bonds, and other submittals as identified. The term of the contract is a base period of twelve (12) months and four (4) 12-month option periods to be exercised at the Government’s discretion. Total term of the contract will not exceed 60 months.

8. AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES:

Reasonable amount of water and electric utilities will be made available to the Contractor from existing outlets, without charge. The Contractor shall pay all costs incurred in connecting, converting, and transferring the utilities to the work.

9. CONTRACTOR’S STAGING AREA: Not used

10. SCHEDULING OF WORK AND INTERRUPTIONS TO UTILITY SYSTEMS AND STATION

OPERATIONS:

Approval of the Contracting Officer shall be received before any utility systems or station operations are interrupted.

Normal station functions will remain in operation during the entire construction period and the Contractor shall conduct his operations so as to cause the least possible interference with the normal operations of the activity.

Interruptions of utility services or operating systems will be allowed only when they will cause the least possible interference with the operations of the activity (normally weekends or at night).

11. WORKING HOURS:

Except as may otherwise be specified, all work shall be performed during regular working hours between 7:00 a.m.

and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work may be completed on Saturday or Sunday, if scheduled in advance and approved with the Contracting Officer. No work shall be completed on holidays and NSA “closed” days unless approved by the Contracting Officer. If the Contractor desires to carry on work on Saturday, Sunday, holidays, NSA “closed” days, or outside the Base’s regular working hours, a written request shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer at least 48 hours prior to the day the contractor wants to work. Requests not received in a timely manner may be denied.

12. STATION REGULATIONS:

The Contractor, all employees and all subcontractors shall become acquainted with and obey all Station Regulations, including fire, traffic, safety and security regulations.

13. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

13.1 The Contractor shall comply with all Division Security Regulations. The Contractor shall submit the name and address of each employee hired for work on this contract and fill out questionnaires and other forms as may be required by Security. No employee or representative of the Contractor will be admitted to the site of the work unless he/she furnishes satisfactory proof of citizenship. Due to NSA Crane being a restricted area all employees must be U.S. Citizens.

13.2 There shall be no public release of information or photographs concerning any aspect of the material or services relating to this quote, contract, or purchase order or other documents resulting therefrom without the prior written approval of the Contracting Officer. Neither the Contractor nor any of its employees shall disclose or cause to be disseminated any information concerning the operations of the activity which could result in or increase the likelihood of the possibility of a breach of the activity’s security or interrupt the continuity of its operations.

13.3 Disclosure of information relating to the services, hereunder to any person not entitled to receive it, or failure to safeguard any information that may come to the Contractor or any person under his/her control in connection with work under this contract, may subject the Contractor, his/her agents or employees to criminal liability under 18 U.S.C., Sections 793 and 798.

13.4 All inquiries, comments or complaints arising from any matter observed, experienced, or learned as a result of or in connection with the performance of this contract, the resolution of which may require the dissemination of official information will be directed to the activity Commander.

13.5 Deviations from, or violations of, any of the provisions of this paragraph will, in addition to all other criminal and civil remedies provided by law, subject the Contractor to immediate termination for default and/or the individuals involved to a withdrawal of the Government’s acceptance and approval of employment.

13.6 Cameras and photographs are prohibited on station unless a camera permit specific to the work has been issued. Contact your KO representative for further information if required.

14. PASSES AND BADGES:

14.1 All Contractor employees shall obtain the required employee passes. All Contract employees who will be working on base at NSA Crane are required to be badged through the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) or obtain a temporary pass. Temporary passes may be issued for up to 28 days. Each employee shall retain their badge on their person at all times while at the NSA Crane.

14.2 Be advised that the DBIDS process and the temporary pass process both involve a background check. Persons with any felony conviction, persons listed on the terrorist watch list, persons who are registered sex offenders, persons with any outstanding criminal warrants, and persons with certain misdemeanors (drugs, crimes of violence, repeat offenders, and larceny) will not be issued badges or passes. Note: These criteria for access to the base are subject to change. If entry of any individual is denied, the Contractor will be immediately notified. Failure to obtain entry approval will not affect the contract price or time of completion.

14.3 Employee identification shall not be substituted for the station required badge/pass.

14.4 Badges/passes shall be worn in such a manner as to be visible all times the employee is on base. Workers involved in heavy labor tasks may keep their badges in a secure location, readily available for presentation to proper authorities.

14.5 If an employee's badge or pass is lost or stolen, it must be reported to the Contracting Officer immediately.

When an employee leaves the Contractor's service or is removed from the contractor by request of the Contracting

Officer, the employee's badge shall be returned to the contractor the same day. That same day, the contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer that the employee is no longer allowed access to NSA Crane.

14.6 The REAL ID Act of 2005, by DHS, that effects access control to all federal facilities and DOD installations.

At this point in time, NSA Crane is NOT authorized to accept State Driver Licenses and State ID Cards from the following States and Territory for access control purposes:

- Minnesota

- Illinois

- Missouri

- New Mexico

- Washington

- American Samoa

However, Minnesota and Washington currently issue Enhanced Drivers Licenses (EDL) as well. For access control purposes, an EDL from either one of these state will be accepted but the standard driver's license (DL) from these two states will not be accepted. This will change as states become compliant with the DL requirements.

All contractors and subcontractors including suppliers and delivery companies are required to get a temporary pass or DBIDS credential.

14.7 To request either a temporary pass or a DBIDS credential:

- A SECNAV 5512-1 Access Form will need to be filled out and SIGNED by the individual needing a pass. (Part 6 of the contract documents under 'forms')

- A 5512-47 Form listing the company’s POC and all employees requesting a DBIDS Credential (This form is not required for temporary passes)

- Base Sponsor will be your contract's assigned Construction Manager (CM), Design Manager (DM), or Engineer Technician (ET)

- Forms missing information including but not limited to the Base Sponsor information will not be processed but will be returned for completion and resubmission.

- Forms for subcontractors shall be forwarded to the CM/DM/ET by the prime contractor.

- Forms must be received by the CM/DM/ET FIVE WORKING days ahead of the requested visit date so security can conduct a background check.

- A completed SECNAV 5512-1 Access Form is only valid for 90 days. If it has been over 90 days a new signed SECNAV 5512-1 Form will need to be submitted by the individual.

Due to the requirement to conduct background checks, requests for temporary passes that are not submitted at least 5 working days prior may not be granted.

Personnel requiring access for more than 10 working days in a 12-month period, regardless if it's for work on one or multiple contracts, will be issued a temporary DBIDS Pass that will be good for 180 days while a complete background check is conducted by the Navy. When the Navy's background check has been successfully completed, the individual will be contacted to return to the Visitor Control Center to receive their permanent DBIDS Credential.

DBIDS will be "NO COST" to contractors.

15. CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES:

15.1 The Contractor shall provide to the KO, the name or names of the responsible supervisory person or persons authorized to act for the Contractor.

15.2 The Contractor shall furnish sufficient personnel to perform all work specified within the contract.

15.3 Contractor employees shall conduct themselves in a proper, efficient, courteous, and businesslike manner.

15.4 The Contractor shall, after notice by the KO, remove from the site any individual whose continued employment is deemed by the KO to be contrary to the public interest or inconsistent with the best interests of National Security.

15.5 In addition to data required, provide a list of the key personnel of the contractor and subcontractors (including addresses and telephone numbers) for use in the event of an emergency. As changes occur and additional information becomes available, correct and change the information contained in previous lists.

16. RESTRICTED OR HAZARDOUS AREAS:

Contractor shall note those areas designated as "restricted", "hazardous," or "red flagged" areas. At no time shall the Contractor enter these areas without proper authorization from the Officer in Charge of Construction or his designated representative. When the Contractor submits his schedule of work, the KO will re-emphasize those areas requiring authorization for entry and will brief the Contractor on the proper notification and entry procedures for the specific area.

Accordingly, the Contractor shall not deviate from his submitted and approved work schedule without the proper notification to, and approval from, the KO. This is an extremely important procedure requirement and is necessary for the safety and welfare of the Contractor and his employees.

17. BUILDINGS:

All existing buildings and their contents shall be kept secure at all times, and the Contractor shall provide all temporary closures as required to maintain security as directed by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall remove all debris from all spaces being used by the activity at the end of each shift or more frequently if required to keep the space usable.

18. RADIO TRANSMITTER RESTRICTIONS:

To preclude accidental actuation of sensitive electronic equipment, this also pertains to cell phones; the Contractor shall conform to the restrictions and procedures for the use of radio transmitting equipment as delineated by the Contracting Officer. Under no circumstances shall transmitters be used without prior approval from the Explosives Safety Office (ESO) (Coordinate with Government Project Manager the appropriate submission request).

19. CONTRACTOR FIRE SAFETY PROGRAM:

The Contractor shall provide a fire safety program which complies with the requirements of Section 9 of COE EM 385-1-1 and with the requirements of NSACRANEINST 11320.2

19.1 At all times for routine construction operations, the Contractor shall provide the following as a minimum.

19.1.1 A fire extinguisher rated not less than 2A (UL approved), for each 3,000 square feet of project area and at a location not exceeding 100 feet from any point in the area.

19.1.2 A fire extinguisher rated not less than 80-B:C (UL approved), within 50 feet of wherever flammable or combustible liquids are being used at the work site.

19.1.3 At least one fire extinguisher, dry chemical or C02, on each large piece of construction equipment such as a bulldozer, backhoe, loader, or similar equipment.

19.1.4 Unobstructed accesses to fire hydrants for fire-fighting equipment.

19.1.5 Documentation indicating that training in first aid and firefighting, conducted at intervals sufficient to ensure that Contractor personnel are familiar with and are capable of operating first aid and fire-fighting equipment required for this contract.

19.1.6 Provide fire alarm reporting instructions (Per General Fire Bill Guidance) to personnel and conspicuously post emergency telephone numbers and reporting instructions.

19.2 For any fire hazard operation, such as welding, cutting, soldering, melting, grinding, torching, or other spark or potential fire producing operation, the Contractor shall additionally perform the following as a minimum.

19.2.1 Obtain a Flame Tool/Hot Work Permit (NSWC CRANE 11320/19) from NSA Crane Fire Prevention at (812)854-1235 prior to performing the hot work.

19.2.2 A separate DEDICATED extinguisher is required within 25' is required and will be looked for as part of the hot work permit process. It cannot be an extinguisher already on the site for use as general fire protection

19.2.3 Provide a fire-watch (person other than the personnel performing the hot work), with an approved fire extinguisher, continuously for the entire operation and for at least 30 minutes after the hot work has ended.

19.2.4 Provide the fire-watch with instructions in anticipated fire hazards and insure the fire-watch is trained in the use of the fire-fighting equipment present.

19.2.5 Provide a fire extinguisher, rated not less than 2A/ 80-B:C, (20 lb.) dry chemical (UL approved), for all fire hazard operations.

19.2.6 Provide welder’s blankets, which have a slag shedding capability of equal to or greater than that of Refrasil Type cloth, or install noncombustible barriers between fire hazard operation and combustible materials.

19.2.7 Perform the operation in compliance with COE EM 385-1-1 and NSACRANEINST 11320.2.

19.2.8 All fires, regardless of size, shall be reported to the Base Fire Department at 911 or 854-2529 for all Base telephones, (any cell phone must dial 854-2529). All incipient (small, beginning) fires shall be extinguished if possible and can be safely performed.

20. SMOKING AND OPEN FLAME REGULATIONS FOR BASE CONTRACTORS:

20.1 All open flame (burning) shall be approved by the Base Fire Prevention Branch.

20.2 Smoking on Base shall be in accordance with NSACRANEINST 5100.13.

20.3 The Contractor shall submit a memorandum through the KO Inspector to the Safety Department, (Code RP) via the Explosives Safety Office to request a smoking or Open Flame/Hot Tool permit if request is for an explosive area.

20.4 Crew leaders or supervisors shall be responsible for enforcing all smoking and open flame regulations.

21. REGULATIONS FOR THE HAULING AND STORAGE OF GASOLINE OR OTHER FUEL CONTAINERS:

21.1 Approved Gasoline containers (UL listed) shall be stored in an area clear of combustible material and 100 feet from explosive-loaded magazines, explosive-loading buildings and explosive production areas.

21.2 “No Smoking” signs shall be posted in fueling areas.

21.3 All containers shall be properly marked as to their contents and ownership.

21.4 One 10-pound (2-A: 80-B: C) dry chemical fire extinguisher shall be located at each fueling area.

21.5 All motors shall be secured before refueling.

21.6 No refueling shall be done within 100 feet of explosive loaded buildings or explosive storage areas.

22. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND REPORTING:

22.1 All work shall be conducted in a safe manner and shall comply with Federal and State OSHA regulations, Base regulations and current US Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual EM 385-1-1. The Government will not provide safety equipment to the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide all necessary safety equipment. An activity hazard analysis shall be submitted and approved before any on-site work is performed.

22.2 The Contractor’s workspace may be inspected periodically for OSHA and Navy violations. The Contractor shall provide assistance to the Safety Office; escort any federal or state OSHA inspector if a complaint if filed. Any fines levied on the Contractor by federal or state OSHA offices due to safety/health violations shall be paid promptly.

22.3 The Contractor shall submit reports to the KO in the manner and on the forms prescribed exposure data and all accidents resulting in death, trauma, or occupational disease. These reports shall be submitted to the KO within 24 hours of the occurrence. (Ref. “Supplementary Record of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses, OSHA No. 101” and “Contractor Significant Incident Report, CSIR-1”).

22.4 The Contractor shall submit to the KO a full report of damage to Government property and/or equipment by Contractor employees. All damage reports shall be submitted to the KO within 24 hours of the occurrence.

22.5 The Contractor shall report all emergencies immediately at the time of their occurrence. Emergency number “911” is in effect for all Base telephones, (any Cell phone must dial (812) 854-2529 or (812) 854-5316). Report the situation as soon as possible to the KO Office after the incident responders have been summoned. (Ref. chapter 7 of the Contractor’s Operations Manual).

22.6 Only emergency medical care is available in Government facilities to Contractor employees who suffer on-the-job injury or disease. Care will be rendered on a humanitarian basis. The Contractor will make reimbursement to the Naval Regional Medical Center Collection Agent upon receipt of the statement.

22.7 All Contractor personnel employed for this contract shall be properly clothed during the execution of this contract including the wearing of shirts. Halter or half-shirts are not permitted. Ensure that all contractor personnel satisfy the requirements for clothing stated in the EM 385-1-1. All NAVFAC Midwest contracts are construction sites. Therefore hard hats are always required.

22.8 The Contractor shall observe all regulations concerning protection of individuals including personnel protective and lifesaving equipment as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

22.9 The Contractor shall provide traffic barricades and safety tape where pedestrian and driver safety is endangered in the area of removal work. Notify the Contracting Officer prior to beginning such work.

23. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:

23.1 Provide and maintain, during the life of the contract, environmental protection as defined. Plan for and provide environmental protective measures to control pollution that develops during normal construction practice. Plan for and provide environmental protective measures required to correct conditions that develop during the construction of permanent or temporary environmental features associated with the project. Comply with Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to the environment, including water, air, solid waste, hazardous waste and substances, oily substances, and noise pollution.

23.2 The Contractor may be required to promptly conduct tests and procedures for the purpose of assessing whether construction operations are in compliance with Applicable Environmental Laws. Analytical work shall be done by qualified laboratories; and where required by law, the laboratories shall be certified.

23.2 Disposal of all demolition and construction debris shall be performed by the Contractor at his expense, off Station. Contractor may utilize the Base’s Recycle Program by properly preparing and delivering recyclables to specified points on Base.

23.3 The work site shall be cleaned-up on a daily basis. This refers to the removal of daily trash, debris, and other items posing a safety or environmental risk to the Base. All break and maintenance areas shall be policed and cans, bottles, paper, plastic wrap, and any container containing oil, hydraulic fluid, antifreeze, etc. shall be containerized and removed from the Base. Any maintenance area that is contaminated by oil, hydraulic fluid, antifreeze, etc. shall be properly remediated.

23.4 No contractor personnel except the Janitorial Service are allowed to dump material in trash or metal containers assigned to buildings or areas.

23.5 Keep dust down at all times, including non-working hours, weekends, and holidays. Air blowing is permitted only for cleaning non-particulate debris, such as from steel reinforcing bars. No sandblasting is permitted unless dust therefrom is confined. Only wet cutting of concrete blocks, concrete, and asphalt is permitted. Contain run-off from all wet-cutting and washing operations and dispose of the material in accordance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.

23.6 The Contractor shall comply with all applicable environmental protection requirements. The Contractor shall comply with federal, state, and local laws and with the regulations and standards regarding environmental pollution.

All environmental protection matters shall be coordinated with the KO. Inspection of any of the facilities operated by the Contractor may be accomplished by the Activity Environmental Protection Coordinator, or authorized officials on a no-notice basis during normal working hours.

23.7 The contractor shall provide SDS for review/approval by the KO before any hazardous materials are brought on base. The Contractor shall not intentionally release any hazardous materials to the environment and shall make efforts to avoid the unintentional release of hazardous materials (including oils). All spills and/or releases of hazardous materials shall be immediately reported to the Fire Department (911 from Base phone, or 854-2529 from cell phone) and the Environmental Protection Department (854-3114). The Contractor shall also immediately attempt to clean up or control any oil spills with result from the Contractor’s operations.

23.8 The Contractor shall comply with the instructions of the Navy Medical Department with respect to avoidance of conditions which create a nuisance or which may be hazardous to the health of military or civilian personnel.

23.9 The Project Manager is responsible for environmental compliance on projects unless an Environmental Manager is named. The Project Manager (and Alternate Project Manager) shall complete ECATTS Training prior to starting respective portions of on-site work under this contract. If personnel changes occur for any of these positions after starting work, replacement personnel shall complete ECATTS training within 14 days of assignment to the project.

Submit an ECATTS certificate of completion for personnel who have completed the required "Environmental Compliance Assessment Training and Tracking System (ECATTS)" training. This training is web-based and can be accessed from any computer with Internet access using the following instructions.

Register for NAVFAC Environmental Compliance Assessment Training and Tracking System, by logging on to http://navfac.ecatts.com/. Obtain the password for registration from the Contracting Officer.

This training has been structured to allow contractor personnel to receive credit under this contract and also to carry forward credit to future contracts. Contractors shall ensure that the QC Manager (and Alternate QC Manager) or Environmental Manager review their training plans for new modules or updated training requirements prior to beginning work. Some training modules are tailored for specific State regulatory requirements, therefore, Contractors working in multiple states will be required to re-take modules tailored to the state where the contract work is being performed.

ECATTS is available for use by all contractor and subcontractor personnel associated with this project. These other personnel are encouraged (but not required) to take the training and may do so at their discretion.

23.10 The Contractor shall perform work under this contract consistent with the policy and objectives identified in the installation’s Environmental Management System (EMS). The Contractor shall perform work in a manner that conforms to objectives and targets, environmental programs and operational controls identified by the EMS. The

Contractor will provide monitoring and measurement information as necessary to address environmental performance relative to environmental, energy, and transportation management goals. In the event an EMS nonconformance or environmental noncompliance associated with the contracted services, tasks, or actions occurs, the Contractor shall take corrective and/or preventative actions. In addition, the Contractor shall ensure that its employees are aware of their roles and responsibilities under the EMS and how these EMS roles and responsibilities affect work performed under the contract.

The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that their employees receive applicable environmental and occupational health and safety training, and keep up to date on regulatory required specific training for the type of work to be conducted onsite. All on-site Contractor personnel, and their subcontractor personnel, performing tasks that have the potential to cause a significant environmental impact shall be competent on the basis of appropriate education, training or experience. Upon contract award, the Contracting Officer’s Representative will notify the installation’s EMS coordinator to arrange EMS training. Refer to Section 01 57 19.01 20, Supplemental Temporary Environmental Controls for additional site specific EMS requirements related to construction. The installation’s EMS coordinator shall identify training needs associated with environmental aspects and the EMS coordinator shall identify training needs associated with environmental aspects and the EMS, and arrange training or take other action to meet these needs. The Contractor shall provide training documentation to the contracting Officer. The installations EMS coordinator shall retain associated records.

24. OSHA/EPA REGULATIONS:

During performance of all work under this contract, the Contractor shall strictly adhere to Environmental Agency Regulations (EPA) and Federal Occupational Safety and Health Regulations (OSHA), as well as all applicable state and local requirements.

25. ASBESTOS MATERIALS:

Existing material known to contain asbestos is indicated. If additional material is encountered which may contain asbestos and must be disturbed, do not touch the material. Notify the Contracting Officer in writing. If asbestos is not a danger, the Contracting Officer will direct the Contractor to proceed without change. If the material is asbestos which must be handled and is a danger, the Contracting Officer will direct a change. In any case, before any asbestos is to be disturbed at NSA Crane, an Asbestos Abatement Plan shall be submitted by the contractor and approved by the NSA Crane Asbestos Program Manager. The asbestos abatement plan shall comply with all requirements in the most recent version of UFGS 02 82 16.00 20 “Engineering Control of Asbestos Containing Materials”.

26. PRE-START CONFERENCE:

Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall meet in conference with representatives of the Contracting Officer to discuss and develop mutual understandings pertaining to the administration of the contract requirements.

27. MINIMUM WAGE RATES AND OTHER LABOR STANDARDS:

a) The Contractor shall pay employees working directly upon the site of the work wage rates not less than those determined as prevailing by the Secretary of Labor and contained in the age determination decisions that is attached to this specification or addendum thereto. In the event of any difference between the Contractor and the Government concerning the proper wage rates to be paid, the classification of employees to conform to prevailing practice, the amount of wages due employees or any other application or interpretation of the labor standards provisions in this contract, the difference shall be referred to the Contracting Officer who shall determine that matte with advice from the Secretary of Labor as required by the Department of Labor Regulations.

b) Investigation of Labor Conditions. The wage determination decision of the Secretary of Labor attached hereto or included by amendment is made part of this contract for the purpose of setting forth the minimum hourly wage rates required to be paid by the Service Contract Act. The rates set forth in the wage determination are no warranty that labor will be available at these rates. Offerors are advised to make their own investigation to determine local labor conditions.

c) Wage determination decision of the Secretary of Labor No.: 2015-4821, Revision 6, dated 16 Jan 2018

28. SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS:

The specifications and standards referenced in this specification shall govern in all cases where references thereto are made. In case of differences between these specifications or standards and this specification or its accompanying drawings, this specification and its accompanying drawings shall govern to the extent of such differences; otherwise, the referenced specifications and standards shall apply.

29. PROPOSED MATERIAL SUBMITTALS. CATALOG DATA, SAMPLES, AND SHOP DRAWINGS:

Proposed material submittals required of the Contractor shall be made allowing sufficient time for processing, reviews, approval, and procurement before the Contractor is ready to use the material. No material shall be used prior to written approval. Four copies of each submittal shall be prepared and submitted. The Contractor shall certify on all submittals that the material being proposed conforms to contract requirements.

30. DAILY REPORTS

Contractors shall complete and submit daily production and QC reports to the project manager.

31. EXISTING WORK:

All portions of existing work which have been cut, damaged or altered in any way during construction operations shall be repaired or replaced in kind in an approved manner to match existing or adjoining work. All work of this nature shall be performed by the Contractor at the Contractor’s expense and shall be as directed. Existing work shall, at the completion of all operations, be left in a condition as well as existed before the new work started.

32. PAYMENTS:

Payments to Contractors will be in accordance with 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (i) Payment.

33. INVOICES:

Refer to contract clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (g) Invoice. for invoicing procedures. All invoices must be submitted electronically via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) in accordance with

DFARS 252.232-7006..

34. CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL REQUIREMENTS:

Inspection/Acceptance of all work and services performed under this contract shall be in accordance with contract clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items.

35. CONTRACTOR INSPECTIONS AND TESTS:

Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall arrange for all inspections and tests that are required under the contract. Contractor shall furnish all equipment, instruments, qualified personnel, and facilities necessary to inspect all work and perform all tests required by the contract. Contractor shall repeat tests and inspections after each correction made to nonconforming materials and workmanship until tests and inspections indicate conformance with contract.

36. GOVERNMENT INSPECTIONS:

All work shall be subject to Government inspection and test at all places and at all reasonable times before acceptance to ensure strict compliance with the terms of the contract.

37. GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES:

The work will be under the general direction of the Contracting Officer, referred to as the "KO" and designated in block 9 of DD Form 1449. Except in connection with the Disputes Clause (found in clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (d), of this contract, the Contracting Officer’s Representative will be the authorized representative of the Contracting Officer and will have complete charge of and exercise full supervision over the work so far as it affects the interests of the Government. For the purposes of the Disputes Clause, the "Contracting Officer" is the Commander, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, the Acting Commander, their successors, or their representatives specially designated for this purpose..

38. ORAL MODIFICATION:

No oral statement of any person other than the Contracting Officer or designated representative, as provided in the clause in this contract titled “Changes,” shall in any manner or degree modify or otherwise affect the terms of this contract.

39. PERMITS:

The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, obtain all appointments, licenses, and permits required for the prosecution of the work. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Evidence of such permits and licenses shall be provided to the KO before work commences.

39.1 “PERMIT REQUIRED CONFINED SPACE” As prescribed in OSHA Regulations CFR 1910.146(c) (9), The Contractor shall comply with all requirements regarding permitting for confined space.

39.2 "DIGGING PERMIT” The Contractor shall make application for a “digging permit” prior to beginning any types of excavating (including setting of posts) regardless of the depth. The Contractor shall contact Indiana 811 at 811 or 800-382-5544, or www.indiana811.org to make arrangements to apply for a digging permit at least seven working days prior to the scheduled start of work. Verification of actual location of more than one underground utility may require a longer lead time.

39.3 “BURN PERMIT” Obtain a flame tool hot work permit (NSWC CRANE 11320/19 REV. 3-01) by calling the Fire Department at (812) 854-1235 prior to performing the hot work.

39.4 “SAFETY & BUILDING AVAILABILITY PERMIT” The Contractor shall obtain a “Safety & Building Availability Permit” prior to beginning any work in an area or building either containing explosives or has contained explosive materials. Areas or buildings that actually contain explosive materials are placarded with one of the symbols shown in chapter 2, page 4 of the Contractors Operations Manual. The Contractor shall apply for this permit by contacting the Explosives Safety Office (Navy), at (812) 854-6569, or for Army custody buildings contact the Army Safety Office, at (812) 854-3404. The permit must be posted at the job site for the duration of the allowed work time.

40. HAULING OF CRUSHED STONE:

Loads of crushed stone in transit on Base shall be covered with tarpaulins or other approved covers to prevent discharge of stone aggregate.

41. ENERGY CONVERSATION:

High energy consuming tools or equipment shall not be used without the prior approval of the KO.

42. DAMAGE OF LOSS OF CONTRACTOR’S SUPPLIES AND CONTRACTOR’S EMPLOYEES’

PROPERTY:

The Contractor shall take the action necessary to protect his supplies, materials, and equipment and the personal property of his employees from loss, damage, or theft.

43. REQUIRED INSURANCE: (FAR 52.228-5)

The Contractor shall procure and maintain during the entire period of performance under this contract the following minimum insurance coverage.

TYPE OF INSURANCE PER PERSON PER ACCIDENT PROPERTY

(1) Comprehensive $100,000 $500,000 $100,000 General Liability

(2) Automobile Liability $200,000 $500,000 $ 20,000

(3) Workmen’s Compensation: As required by Federal and State worker’s compensation and occupational disease laws.

(4) Employer’s Liability Coverage: $l00.000, except in States where workers compensation may not be written by private carriers.

(5) Other as required by State Law.

Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officer a certificate or written statement of the above required insurance. The policies evidencing required insurance shall contain an endorsement to the effect that cancellation or any material change in the policies adversely affecting the interests of the Government in such insurance shall not be effective for such period as may be prescribed by the laws of the State in which this contract is to be performed and in no event less than thirty (30) days after written notice thereof to the Contracting Officer.

44. EQUIPMENT WARRANTY TAGGING INSTRUCTIONS:

Provide all warranty data, hard copy and electronically concerning the standard one-year warranty, including the warranty period (dates), and warranty contacts with name, addresses and telephone numbers. This data shall be posted, under glass, at a location as directed by the Contracting Officer.

Provide a notebook (indexed and bound) containing manufacturer/supplier warranty documents for all equipment/products that have extended warranties (warranty period exceeding the standard one-year warranty).

Provide tags on all equipment/products that have extended warranties (those items included in notebook described above). Tags shall include the following information.

EQUIPMENT/PRODUCT EXTENDED WARRANTY TAG

Type of Equipment/Product_________________________________________

Warranty Period _________________ From_____________ To_________________ Contract No. ____________________________________ Inspector's Signature _______________________ Date Accepted____________

Construction Contractor:

Name: ________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________ Telephone: __________________________________

Warranty Contact: ___________________________ Name: _______________________________________ Address: ____________________________________ Telephone: __________________________________

PROJECT TITLE: Fire Protection Inspections

LOCATION: Crane Naval Base, Various Buildings

CUSTOMER: NSWC, CAAA, NSA

WORK TYPE: SAP (Simplified ACQ Purchase)

Project Overview

This project is for fire protection inspections. This contract is a base (12 month) with two (12 month options) not to exceed 36 months total. Systems are the following: FIKE Explosive Valves, VESDA Smoke

Sampling Systems, FIKE SHP PRO Smoke Detection System, Fire PUMP Curve Testing, and ANSUL Wet

Chemical Hood Systems. Systems are located in the following buildings: FIKE Explosive Valves (Buildings

0040, 0102, 0155, and 0224), ANSUL Wet Chemical Hood Systems (Buildings 0121, 1909), FIKE SHP PRO

Smoke Detection System (Bldg. 3373 Computer Room), Fire Pump Curve Testing (Buildings

3168(electric), 3243(diesel) pump house, 3254(two diesel’s), 3285(diesel), 3291(diesel), 3330 north

(diesel), 3330 south (electric).

I. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OR CONSTRAINTS (HAZARDS, PERMITS, NEEDS ETC.)

a. Contractor shall furnish all items required for the proper execution and completion of the work. Including all hoses, hose monsters, and test gear required to perform the testing of the systems.

b. All equipment shall be tested per the NFPA.

c. Contractors shall follow all safety regulations using the latest EM385 and OSHA requirements.

d. These areas are special extinguishing systems tied into the main fire alarm control panel for the building evacuation. Government project manager or alarm tech shall be required to secure the fire alarm system before any testing can commence. Also system testing is required to be scheduled with the project manager or post award before testing can commence.

e. Contractor shall use the site superintendent as their Quality Control & Site Safety Health

Officer for this contract.

f. All required permits will be the responsibility of the Contractor performing the work.

g. Existing work: All portions of existing work, which have been cut, damaged or altered in any way during construction operations, shall be repaired or replaced in an approved manner to match existing or adjoining work. All work of this nature shall be performed by and at the expense of the Contractor and shall be as directed. Existing work shall, at the completion of all operations, be left in a condition as well as existed before the new work started.

h. Building access: Access to building shall be coordinated in advance and scheduled in advance of performing the work by the Contractor.

i. Close out test documents shall be turned over to the government post award representative two days after date of inspections.

PROJECT STATEMENT OF WORK

1. FIKE EXPLOSIVE VALVE TESTING:

Requirement is to test these valves at the following buildings quarterly bldg.155, Bldg.40, Bldg.102, and Bldg.224. These inspections require a certified FIKE explosive technician to perform the test (suggested vendor is Fuller Engineering Indianapolis, Indiana). Inspections shall be completed every quarter last inspection was May 2016. Inspections shall be performed in December, March, June, and September.

Government FEAD Rep shall witness the test. Government shall provide JLG lifts and operator to test the system at Bldg. 0040. All test documents shall be turned over to the Government within two working days following the test. Any repairs needed shall require a separate cost for repair and be evaluated by the Government. Government will secure all alarms to the facility.

2. ANSUL CHEMICAL SUPPRESSION INSPECTION:

Requirement is to test and inspect the ANSUL chemical suppression systems at Bldg. 1909 and Bldg. 121 every 6 months. Tests are to be conducted in January and July on Monday’s only. Building 1909 has to be tested after 7:00 a.m. on Monday morning and building 121 has to be completed after 1:00 p.m. on

Monday afternoon. Certified ANSUL test technician or Chemical test technician is required to perform test. Replace all melt links on the suppression system every six months. Inspect filter for grease build

up. Install test link to prove system will operate by cutting the link. Clean all nozzles and aim nozzles per requirements. Test all pull station releases and set system back to normal condition. Seal units to show proof that systems have been tampered with. Contractor is required to extinguish all gas equipment and electrical and light any pilots needed so customer has a working prep area once completed. Provide all test documents to the Government within two working days following the test. Government FEAD representative shall witness all tests. Government will secure all alarms to facility. Suggested vendor is

Vanguard Sales of Evansville, Indiana.

3. FIRE PUMP TEST:

Requirement is to perform a full fire pump flow curve on the existing fire pumps on base. This test is required to be performed by a certified fire pump test technician. A full flow of the pump (either electric or diesel) is required. Fire pumps are required to be flowed at 50, 100 and 150 percent of full flow of the pump. All electrical, temperature, current draw, and rpm data shall be monitored and put on a NFPA fire protection pump inspection report and turned over to the government within two working days following the test. Government will secure the fire alarms and the pump alarms ahead of the testing.

Contractor will be required to test the eight total fire pumps on center for a one time test. The buildings are 3285, 3254 (two pumps), 3291, 3168, 3330 (two pumps), and 3243. Government FEAD rep shall witness the test. (Suggested Vendor is Geyer Fire Protection.) Contractor is responsible for providing all needed fittings, hoses, hose monsters, play pipes, racks, trucks needed to perform the testing.

4. BLDG. 3373 SHP PRO FIRE PANEL AND SUPPRESSION FIKE CHEMICAL TANK:

Requirement is to perform a full test out of the fire suppression system and certify the system. This test is required to be performed by a certified FIKE explosive test technician. This is an annual test requirement. The cost of replacement of the GCA for the tank shall be accounted for in the first annual test. This GCA has to be replaced every 10 years. Contractor shall test all smoke detectors, pull stations, and FIKE control output from the SHP Pro Panel to the chemical tank. This test shall be scheduled with the customer. Suggested Vendor is Fuller Engineering Indianapolis, Indiana. Government FEAD representative shall witness all tests. Provide all test documents to the Government within two working days following the test.

5. VESDA SMOKE SAMPLING SYSTEMS:

Requirement is to perform a full test out of the VESDA Smoke Sampling Systems and certify the systems.

The systems are located at bldg. 3168 small and large anechoic chambers. This is an annual test. The Government alarm tech or project manager will secure the fire alarm system to the building before the testing can commence. Contractor shall be a certified VESDA testing company. Suggested Vendor is Orr Fire Protection in Louisville, KY. All piping shall be cleaned and tested per NFPA requirements. Filters on the systems shall be replaced on the first annual test and shall be included in the contract. All dates in the software for the filters shall be changed and updated. Contractor shall ensure that roll door interfaces function when the VESDA goes into alarm. Verify that the alarm contacts of the VESDA are functioning and trip the main NOTIFIER control panel. Provide all test documents to the Government within two working days following the test.

Statement of work exceptions: Although this is a comprehensive SOW, it is not all‐inclusive and…