N6660419Q3068.pdf

1300801226 see GENERAL INFORMATION in Section A

GINA M PROSKE 401-832-4502

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS

NEGOTIATED

22-Aug-2019

(RFP)

(IFB)

CALL:

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

See Item 7

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID

3. DATE ISSUED

9. FOR INFORMATION A. NAME

SOLICITATION

X

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

11. The Contractor shall begin performance w ithin _______10 calendar days and complete it w ithin ________105 calendar days after receiving aw ard, notice to proceed. This performance period is X mandatory, negotiable. (See _________________________ 52.211-10

12 A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES," indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

YES X NO

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Sealed offers in original and __________0 copies to perform the w ork required are due at the place specif ied in Item 8 by ___________ local time ______________12 Sep 2019 (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time.

shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time of fers are due.

B. An offer guarantee is, X is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) w ork requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than _______30 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due w ill not be considered and w ill be rejected.

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE

NAVAL UNDERSEA WARFARE CENTER

GINA M PROSKE, CONTRACTS DEPARTMENT

1176 HOWELL STREET, BLDG. 1258

NEWPORT RI 02841-1708

N66604

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12B. CALENDAR DAYS

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Sealed envelopes containing offers

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 6. PROJECT NO.

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If Other Than Item 7)

FAX:TEL: (401) 832-4502 TEL: FAX:

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20B. SIGNATURE

(REV. 4-85)STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK

TO SIGN

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Continued) (Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the w ork required at the prices specif ied below in strict accordance w ith the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in w riting w ithin ________ calendar days after the date offers are due.

the minimum requirements stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.)

AMOUNTS SEE SCHEDULE OF PRICES

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN

OFFER (Type or print)

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN ITEM

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

CODE

(Insert any number equal to or greater than

20C. OFFER DATE

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

CODE27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY:26. ADMINISTERED BY

(Include ZIP Code)14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

See Item 14

(Include only if different than Item 14)16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS

30B. SIGNATURE

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

document and return _______ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees Your of f er on this solicitation, is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award con-to f urnish and deliv er all items or perf orm all work, requisitions identif ied summates the contract, which consists of (a) the Gov ernment solicitation and on this f orm and any continuation sheets f or the consideration stated in this y our of f er, and (b) this contract award. No f urther contractual document is contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be necessary .

gov erned by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certif ications, and specif ications or incorporated by ref er-ence in or attached to this contract.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED 31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30C. DATE

(Type or print)

TEL: EMAIL:

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31C. AWARD DATE

BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

(M ust be fully completed by offeror)OFFER

N6660419Q3068

Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

GENERAL INFORMATION

PROJECT TITLE: Hot Water Pump

PROJECT DESCRIPTION / SCOPE: The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision to install a new hot water pump at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW) and NUWCDIVNPT Drawing 19-027A dated 06/27/19, as included in this solicitation.

MAGNITUDE: The magnitude of the proposed construction is between $100,000 and $250,000.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The period of performance can be found under DELIVERY INFORMATION in Section F

NAICS: For information regarding the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code and size standard see 52.204-8

FSC/PSC: The Federal Service Code (FSC) for this requirement is Z2NZ (Repair or Alteration of Other Utilities), and can be found under each CLIN as ‘PSC CD’

100% SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE: This procurement is being competed as a 100% Small Business set-aside as concurred with by the NUWCDIVNPT Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). As such 52.219-6 applies.

PAYMENT PROTECTION: A form of payment protection is required. See 52.228-13

SITE VISIT: For information regarding site visit: see text L-237-W001. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU

ALLOW SUFFICIENT TIME FOR VISIT REQUEST PROCESSING AND RECOMMEND THAT YOU BEGIN

THE PROCESS AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION: For information regarding proposal submission see INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS in Section L and EVALUATION FACTORS in Section M.

WAGE DETERMINATION: The Wage Determination applicable to this solicitation is GENERAL DECISION NUMBER: RI20190001 08/09/2019, which is included as ATTACHMENT (2).

Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job

HOT WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT

FFP

The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision to install a new hot water pump, in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW) in Section C and NUWCDIVNPT Drawing 19-027A dated 06/27/19 (6 sheets).

The contractor shall include the following 'Mark For' information clearly marked on all packages (or items themselves if they are not packaged) delivered under this order.

Mark For:

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport 80 Fleet Access Road Newport, RI 02841-1716 NUWCDIVNPT Code 1021 - (POC TBD) Order#: (TBD)

FY of Funding: N/A Type of Money: NUWCDIVNPT Overhead Customer Code: 1021 Sponsor: NUWCDIVNPT

TI#: N/A

FOB: Destination

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: 1300801226

PSC CD: Z2NZ

NET AMT

Section C - Descriptions and Specifications

STATEMENT OF WORK

1.0 BACKGROUND

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) is a naval research activity operating under the direction of the Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEASYSCOM).

NUWCDIVNPT provides research, development, test and evaluation, engineering, analysis and assessment, as well as Fleet support capabilities for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and defensive undersea weapon systems, and stewards existing and emerging technologies in support of undersea warfare.

2.0 SCOPE

The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision to replace the heating hot water pumps, in a mechanical room at NUWCDIVNPT.

o All work to be performed in a mechanical room at NUWCDIVNPT o Work to be performed in accordance with NUWCDIVNPT Drawings 19-027A (6 sheets) included as ATTACHMENT (1) and this Statement of Work o NUWCDIVNPT to provide area for equipment and material storage.

o NUWCDIVNPT to provide access to area for workers and equipment. See paragraph 3.0 for

ACCESS TO PREMISES

o All work to be completed in accordance with OSHA and Army Corp of Engineers Safety Manual, EM-385-1-1 Current Edition Safety requirements.

o All work to be completed in accordance with Safety and Health Standards for Construction

Industry (29 CFR PART 1929 2007).

o Contractor shall coordinate with the TPOC, as listed in text G-242-H001, prior to commencement of work to ensure all scheduling and access issues have been worked out properly.

o All questions regarding contract performance shall be directed to the Procuring Contracting

Officer (PCO), as listed in text G-242-H001.

o All questions regarding worksite shall be directed to the TPOC, as listed in text G-242-H001

2.1 SUBMITTALS

Within seven (7) days of contract award, the contractor shall provide two (2) copies of each of the below submittals for Government approval. Submittals shall be provided to TPOC, as listed in text G- 242-H001.

2.1.1 For all materials to be used on the project, the contractor shall provide the following information:

(1) Manufactures name

(2) Catalog number

(3) Specifications

(4) Any other information necessary to approve the materials

(5) Safety Data Sheets (SDS) shall be submitted along with the product data for any potentially hazardous materials such as adhesives and flux materials. Use Low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) materials wherever possible.

2.1.2 Work Schedule

2.1.3 Accident Protection Plan (APP)

2.1.4 Activity Hazard Analysis as detailed in paragraph 6.6.3 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS

2.2 TIME OF COMPLETION

Work shall be prosecuted diligently. Commencement, prosecution, and completion of work shall be completed in accordance with clause 52.211-10. Contractor is required to furnish proof of any cause for delay and must request an extension of the completion date in writing through the Contracting Officer.

2.3 CLEAN-UP OF SITE

Site clean-up shall be performed on a daily basis. Contractors are not permitted to use Government dumpsters or other contractor dumpsters for disposal of debris.

2.4 HOT WORK

A hot work permit is required as needed. A permit may be obtained through the Naval Station (NAVSTA) Newport Fire Department with 48 hours’ prior notice. Hot work in electrical or mechanical room space will require a Gas-Free Test prior to the Government Fire Inspector granting approval. In accordance with the Government Fire Inspector's requirements, the contractor must perform this test daily. The Government fire inspector shall approve the instrument used.

2.5 DUST CONTROL

The amount of dust resulting from demolition shall be controlled to prevent the spread of dust to occupied portions of the construction site and to avoid creation of a nuisance in the surrounding area.

Use of water will not be permitted when it will result in, or create, hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice, flooding and pollution.

2.6 WARRANTIES

The contractor shall provide a warranty in accordance with FAR 52.246-21.

In accordance with FAR 52.246-21 (a), the contractor shall provide warranty services for all new items installed for one (1) year following acceptance by the Government. Warranty period begins at final system acceptance.

Under FAR 52.246-21 paragraph (f), a reasonable time is defined as 48 hours.

2.7 RADIO TRANSMITTER RESTRICTIONS

The contractor shall conform to the restrictions and procedures for the use of radio transmitting equipment as directed. The contractor shall not use transmitters without prior approval from the Explosive Safety Officer.

2.8 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

The contractor shall attend a pre-construction conference at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center to discuss all aspects of the project, including phasing, scheduling, safety concerns, fire department concerns, submission of submittals and the approval process, security concerns, environmental issues, customer concerns, and any concerns that the contractor may have.

2.9 SAFETY

The contractor is responsible for the safety of his personnel and the safety of NUWC personnel during the course of this project. The contractor shall comply with the most recent Army Corps of Engineers COE-EM-385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual for all aspects of this project. The contractor will be responsible for any exterior work or to any work which involves the closing of a building’s entrance, the contractor shall be responsible for the provision of temporary chain link construction fencing set into moveable concrete blocks, meeting the requirements of COE-EM-385-1- 1, around the complete work area to prevent NUWC personnel from entering the work zone and/or any unsafe areas. The fence shall be equipped with signage as required by COE-EM-385-1-1. Provide gates where necessary for access by emergency personnel or to allow personnel to escape during an emergency. Sawhorses and/or construction tape is not sufficient for exterior closings or barriers.

2.10 WEATHER PROTECTION

The contractor shall take necessary precautions to ensure any critical openings are monitored carefully.

Take immediate actions required to seal off such openings when rain or other detrimental weather is imminent, and at the end of each workday. Ensure that the openings are completely sealed off to protect materials and equipment in the building from damage.

When a warning of gale force winds is issued, take precautions to minimize danger to persons, and protect the work and nearby Government property. Precautions shall include, but are not limited to, closing openings; removing loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations; and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work. Close openings in the work when storms of lesser intensity pose a threat to the work or any nearby Government property.

2.11 PROJECT CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTATION

Prior to receiving final payment, the contractor shall be responsible for the following at the completion of the project:

2.11.1 The provision of one full size set of marked up drawings to be used as “As Built” construction conditions.

2.11.2 The provision of an “As Built” Record of Materials, which will include a list of items, along with the Manufacturer’s name, Manufacturer’s model numbers, etc.

2.11.3 The provision of Warranty Information including the warranty duration, the actual date of warranty expiration, warranty contact information, and any items that have an extended warranty beyond the standard one year.

2.11.4 Provide a Warranty Letter guaranteeing the contractor’s responsibility to remedy, at the contractor’s expense, any damage to Government-owned or controlled property when the damage is the result of the contractor’s failure to conform to contract requirements or defective equipment, material, or workmanship. The construction warranty period will begin on the date of project acceptance and continue for one full year. The contractor shall respond to warranty items within 48 hours of being notified.

2.12 EXISTING WORK

Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of all existing structures, equipment, finishes, etc. not to be removed as part of this project from damage during construction. Any items not included in the Statement of Work that are damaged or altered during construction shall be restored to their pre-construction condition at the contractor’s expense and verified as such by the Government.

2.13 SUBCONTRACTORS AND PERSONNEL CONTACTS

Provide a list to the TPOC, as listed in text G-242-H001, of contact 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.

2.14 NO SMOKING POLICY

Smoking is prohibited within and immediately outside of all buildings on installations under the cognizance of NAVFAC, except in designated exterior smoking areas. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction and buildings under renovation. Discarding tobacco materials other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and is subject to fines.

2.15 PHOTOGRAPHY

Unofficial photography is prohibited on NUWCDIVNPT. When required to record progress and existing conditions, a permit must be obtained from NUWCDIVNPT Security. Justification and camera details will be required. Coordinate permit application TPOC, as listed in text G-242-H001.

2.16 WORKING HOURS

Regular working hours must consist of an 8 1/2-hour period between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Government holidays.

2.17 WORK OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS

Work outside regular working hours requires government approval. Coordinate permit application TPOC, as listed in text G-242-H001, within 15 calendar prior to such work, giving the specific dates, hours, location, type of work to be performed, contract number and project title, to allow arrangements to be made by the Government. Based on the justification provided, the Government may approve work outside regular hours. During periods of darkness, the work must be lighted in a manner approved by the Government.

3.0 ACCESS TO PREMISES

To gain access to NAVSTA Newport and NUWCDIVNPT grounds, contractors shall follow all instructions under paragraphs 3.1 VISIT AUTHORIZATION REQUEST and 3.2 IDENTIFICATION CARDS/ BADGES. This will allow contractors to work on the grounds outside of buildings only.

For access to buildings, see paragraph 3.4 FACILITY ACCESS DETERMINATIONS.

3.1 VISIT AUTHORIZATION REQUEST (VAR)

A visit request is MANDATORY for all visitors to NUWCDIVNPT, regardless of the duration or classification of the visit. Access to NUWCDIVNPT will not be granted under any circumstances without a valid VAR on file.

Separate VAR need to be submitted for the site visit and contract performance.

Visitors shall submit a VAR via one of the below methods AT LEAST SEVEN (7) BUSINESS DAYS prior to the visit.

For more information about VAR, contact NUWCDIVNPT Visitor Control at:

nuwc_npt_access_control@navy.mil

3.1.1 JPAS VAR SUBMISSION

The preferred method to submit your VAR is through the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS).

All VAR must contain all information listed under paragraph 3.1.4 REQUIRED

INFORMATION FOR VAR.

JPAS Security Management Office (SMO) Code: 666045

3.1.2 SAFE VAR SUBMISSION

If you company does not have access to JPAS, the preferred way to submit a VAR is via the Department of Defense (DOD) Secure Access File Exchanges (SAFE) accessed at:

https://safe.apps.mil/.

All VAR must contain all information listed under paragraph 3.1.4 REQUIRED

Send VAR to the following: nuwc_npt_access_control@navy.mil

3.1.3 EMAIL VAR SUBMISSION

If your company does not have access to JPAS and DOD SAFE is offline, you may also submit a VAR via email.

NOTE: the VAR contains Personally Identifiable Information (PII) which should be protected. If you have the ability to password individual files, send two emails as follows:

(1) Send password protected form(s)

(2) Send password

All VAR must contain all information listed under paragraph 3.1.4 REQUIRED

Send VAR to the following: nuwc_npt_access_control@navy.mil

3.1.4 REQUIRED INFORMATION FOR VAR

Unless submitted via JPAS, VAR must be on COMPANY LETTERHEAD.

The contractor shall include all of the below information on each VAR submitted.

3.1.4.1 Company/Organization Name, Address, Telephone, and FAX Number

3.1.4.2 Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code

3.1.4.3 Visitor(s) Full Name (as it appears on State or Federal Government issued ID)

3.1.4.4 Visitor(s) Full Social Security Number

3.1.4.5 Visitor(s) Date of Birth

3.1.4.6 Visitor(s) Place of Birth (City & State)

- If born outside the United States you MUST provide a Naturalization Number or US Passport

3.1.4.7 Visitor(s) Citizenship

3.1.4.8 Level of Clearance: UNCLASSIFIED

3.1.4.9 Specify which Identification (ID) card each visitor(s) have. See paragraph 3.2.1 ID

CARD.

3.1.4.10 NUWCDIVNPT Point of Contact (Sponsor):

Keith Boulds, keith.boulds@navy.mil, (401) 832-5468

3.1.4.11 Specific Date(s) of Visit:

See text L-237-W001 for Site Visit [TBD] for Contract Performance

3.1.4.12 Purpose of Visit: Site Visit or Contract Performance

3.1.4.13 Contract Number:

N66604-19-Q-3068 for Site Visit [TBD] for Contract Performance

3.1.4.14 Authorized Signature

- Name, Title, Signature, and Date of Requesting Company/Organization Authorizing

Official (MUST be a US Citizen)

- Smaller companies that do not have a Security Officer to sign may use another

Official or Secretary.

- Individuals SHALL NOT Sign their own request

3.1.5 NUWCDIVNPT VISITOR PASS

Once VAR is approved, visitors can pick up their Visitor Pass at NUWCDIVNPT Building 80 located at 80 Fleet Access Road, Newport, RI 02841. Visitor must present an ‘Acceptable Identification Document’ when picking up their Visitor Pass.

For more detail on ‘Acceptable Identification Documents’ contact NUWCDIVNPT Visitor Control at: nuwc_npt_access_control@navy.mil

Visitor Passes for the site visit are only available and active the day of the site visit. See text L-237-W001 for more Site Visit information.

Visitor Passes for contract performance will be active for the period each individual requires access to the site, and will not be available for pick up until the beginning of that specified period.

3.2 IDENTIFICATION (ID) CARDS/BADGES

3.2.1 ID CARD

For contract performance, each visitor is REQUIRED to have one of the below forms of ID for access to NAVSTA Newport and NUWCDIVNPT.

This requirement DOES NOT apply to site visits.

(1) Common Access Card (CAC)

(2) Retired Military or dependent ID (Teslin) Card

(3) Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Card. See paragraph 3.2.2 DBIDS

CARD.

3.2.2 DBIDS CARD

Immediately following contract award, the contractor shall request additional details regarding DBIDS Card Requests from the following address:

nuwc_npt_access_control@navy.mil

DBIDS Card Requests are made via SECNAV 5512 (APR 2014) / NSNPT (JUN 2019).

DBIDS Card Requests can take up to seven (7) business days to process, this does not include the date of request submission, the start date, weekends, or holiday (as listed in text G-242- H002).

Visitors must stop at NUWCDIVNPT Building 80 and get their NUWCDIVNPT Visitor Pass before going to NAVSTA Newport Pass and ID to get a DBIDS card.

The address for NUWCDIVNPT Building 80 is 80 Fleet Access Road, Newport, RI 02841 The address for NAVSTA Newport Pass and ID is 299 Cloyne Ct, Newport, RI 02840

3.2.2.1 SAFE DBIDS SUBMISSION

The preferred way to submit each DBIDS Card request form is via DOD SAFE.

Send form to NUWCDIVNPT Visitor Control at the following email:

DOD SAFE can be accessed at: https://safe.apps.mil/

3.2.2.2 EMAIL DBIDS SUBMISSION

If DOD SAFE is offline, you may submit each DBIDS Card request form via email.

NOTE: the DBIDS Card Request form contains Personally Identifiable Information (PII) which should be protected. If you have the ability to password individual files, send two emails as follows:

(1) Send password protected form(s)

(2) Send password Send form to NUWCDIVNPT Visitor Control at the following email:

3.3 FACILITY ACCESS DETERMINATIONS (FAD)

In order to perform work unescorted within existing buildings, a FAD must be submitted. Contractors that do not submit a FAD but are vetted/cleared through the DBIDS process will receive a ‘Exterior Work Only’ pass, and will require a NUWCDIVNPT Government escort while inside buildings.

Please contact NUWCDIVNPT Visitor Control for additional information at the following email:

3.4 CONTRACTOR ACCESS AND USE OF PREMISES

Ensure that contractor personnel on-site become familiar with and obey all regulations including safety, fire, traffic and security

Keep within the limits of the work and avenues of ingress and egress.

Wear hard hats in designated areas.

Do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry.

All contractor equipment shall be marked for identification.

4.0 PRODUCT AND MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

4.1 PIPE AND SPECIALTIES

Provide materials and equipment which are the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of such products and that essentially duplicate items that have been in satisfactory use for at least 2 years prior to bid opening. Equipment shall be supported by a service organization that is, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, reasonably convenient to the site.

4.1.1 NAMEPLATES

Place a plate on each major item of equipment having the manufacturer's name, address, type or style, model or serial number, and catalog number secured to the item of equipment.

4.1.2 GENERAL

Hot Water Heating Pipe (Supply and Return) piping, tubing, and fittings shall be as follows:

ASTM A53/A53M electric resistance welded or seamless Schedule 40 steel pipe or ASTM B88M ASTM B88 Type L hard drawn Copper tubing.

4.1.3 FITTINGS

Provide fittings compatible with the pipe being provided and shall conform to the following requirements.

4.1.4 STEEL PIPE

ASTM A105/A105M, Grade A or B, black steel, Schedule 40, unless otherwise specified by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1). Steel pipe to be bent shall be ASTM A53/A53M, Grade A, standard, or Grade B, extra strong weight.

4.1.5 MALLEABLE IRON PIPE FITTINGS

ASME B15.3 type required to match adjacent piping.

4.1.6 STEEL PIPE FITTINGS

Fittings shall have the manufacturer's trademark affixed in accordance with MSS SP-25 so as to permanently identify the manufacturer.

4.1.7 WELDED FITTINGS

ASTM A234/A234M with WPA marking. Butt welded fittings shall conform to ASME B15.9, and socket welded fittings shall conform to ASME B15.11.

4.1.8 STEEL FLANGES

Flanged fittings including flanges, bolts, nuts, bolt patterns, etc. shall be in accordance with ASME B15.5 class 150 and shall have the manufacturers trademark affixed in accordance with MSS SP-25. Flange material shall conform to ASTM A105/A105M. Flanges for high temperature water systems shall be serrated or raised-face type. Blind flange material shall conform to ASTM A515/A515M cold service and ASTM A515/A515M for hot service. Bolts shall be high strength or intermediate strength with material conforming to ASTM A193/A193M.

4.1.9 PIPE THREADS - ASME B1.20.2M ASME B1.20.1.

4.1.10 NIPPLES - ASTM A733 or ASTM B587, standard weight.

4.1.11 FITTINGS FOR COPPER TUBING

ASME B15.18 cast bronze solder joint type or ASME B15.22 wrought copper solder joint type.

4.1.12 UNIONS

ASME B15.39, type to match adjacent piping for steel and provide CID A-A-59517, bronze unions, solder joint end for copper.

4.1.13 ADAPTERS - Adapters for copper tubing shall be brass or bronze for soldered fittings

4.1.14 DIELECTRIC WATERWAYS

Dielectric waterways shall conform to the tensile strength and dimensional requirements specified in ASME B15.39. Waterways shall have metal connections on both ends to match adjacent piping. Metal parts of dielectric waterways shall be separated so that the electrical current is below 1 percent of the galvanic current which would exist upon metal-to-metal contact. Dielectric waterways shall have temperature and pressure rating equal to or greater than that specified for the connecting piping. Dielectric waterways shall be internally lined with an insulator specifically designed to prevent current flow between dissimilar metals.

Dielectric flanges shall meet the performance requirements described herein for dielectric waterways.

4.2 SYSTEM EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES

Miscellaneous materials shall conform to the following:

4.2.1 GASKETS FOR FLANGES

Composition gaskets shall conform to ASME B15.21. Gaskets shall be non-asbestos compressed material in accordance with ASME B15.21, 1/15-inch thickness, full face or self-centering flat ring type. Gaskets shall contain aramid fibers bonded with styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) or nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR). NBR binder shall be used for hydrocarbon service. Gaskets shall be suitable for pressure and temperatures of piping system.

4.2.2 PIPE HANGERS - Pipe hangers, inserts, and supports shall conform to MSS SP-58.

4.2.3 AIR VENTS

Air vents shall be provided at all piping high points in water systems, with block valve in inlet and internal check valve to allow air vent to be isolated for cleaning and inspection. Outlet connection shall be piped to nearest open site or suitable drain, or terminated 12 inches above finished grade. Pressure rating of air vent shall match pressure rating of piping system. Body and cover shall be cast iron or semi-steel with stainless steel or copper float and stainless steel or bronze internal parts. Air vents installed in piping in chase walls or other inaccessible places shall be provided with an access panel.

4.2.4 DRAINS

Install threaded drain connections with threaded cap or plug wherever required for thorough draining of the low temperature water system.

4.2.5 STRAINERS

Basket or Y-type strainer-body connections shall be the same size as the pipe lines in which the connections are installed. The bodies shall have arrows clearly cast on the sides to indicate the direction of flow. Each strainer shall be equipped with an easily removable cover and sediment basket. The body or bottom opening shall be equipped with nipple and gate valve for blowdown. The basket for steam systems shall be of not less than 0.025-inch-thick stainless steel, or Monel with small perforations of sufficient number to provide a net free area through the basket of at least 2.5 times that of the entering pipe. The flow shall be into the basket and out through the perforations. The strainer bodies for steam systems shall be of cast steel or gray cast iron with bottoms drilled and plugged.

4.2.6 PRESSURE GAUGES

Provide 4 ½” dial pressure gauge ASME B40.100 with restrictor. Provide a shut-off valve or pet cock between pressure gages and the line. Align service-pressure reading at midpoint of gage range. Ensure case is corrosion-resistant steel, conforming to any of the AISI 300 series of ASTM A6/A6M, with an ASM No. 4 standard commercial polish or better. Equip gages with adjustable red marking pointer and damper-screw adjustment in inlet connection.

4.2.7 PUMPS

Pumps for hot water shall be of the single-stage centrifugal type, electrically driven. Pumps shall be supported by the piping on which installed. Pumps shall be either integrally mounted with the motor by means of a flexible-shaft coupling on a cast iron, or steel sub-base. Pump housing shall be of close grained cast iron. Shaft shall be carbon or alloy steel, turned and ground. Shaft seal shall be mechanical-seal or stuffing-box type. Impeller, impeller wearing rings, glands, casing wear rings, and shaft sleeve shall be bronze. Bearings shall be ball-, roller-, or oil-lubricated, bronze-sleeve type, and shall be sealed or isolated to prevent loss of oil or entrance of dirt or water. Motor shall be of a type approved by the manufacturer of the pump

4.2.8 EXPANSION TANKS

Provide welded steel, constructed and tested hydrostatically in accordance with ASME BPVC SEC VIII D1. Tank shall be equipped with all necessary fittings. The tank and fittings shall be pressure rated at least equal to the test pressure of the total system. Zinc coat the tank inside and out after fabrication by the hot dip process ASTM A123/A123M.

4.2.9 TANGENTIAL AIR SEPARATOR

Provide tank constructed of steel, designed for not less than 125 psig, and constructed and tested in accordance with the requirements of ASME BPVC SEC VIII D1. Provide tangential inlet and outlet connections, flanged for sizes 2 1/2 inches and larger. Each unit shall have an internal design suitable for creating the required vortex and subsequent air separation. Provide with automatic air release device and galvanized steel strainer. Provide a blow down connection with a gate valve and piped to nearest floor drain.

4.2.10 CHEMICAL FEEDER

A 5 gallon shot feeder shall be provided on the hot water piping as indicated. The feeder shall be furnished with an air vent, gauge glass, funnel, valves, fittings, and piping.

4.2.11 FLEXIBLE HOSE CONNECTORS

Flexible hose connectors shall be capable of compensating for lateral movement and vibration. Minimum working pressure rating is100 psi at 300 degrees F, minimum burst pressure is four times working pressure at 300 degrees F.. Flexible hose connectors shall be manufactured complete with an internal section of corrugated metal hose, and exterior compatible braid, with inlet and outlet connections as required. Provide threaded end connections; hex-collared Schedule 40, AISI Type 316L corrosion-resistant steel, conforming to ASTM A312/A312M.. Corrugated Hose shall be AISI Type 316L stainless steel with 304 stainless double braided and rated in accordance with the applicable requirements of ASME B31.3. Fittings Materials of construction and end fitting type shall be consistent with pipe material and equipment/ pipe connection fittings. Copper fittings shall not be attached to stainless steel hose.

4.3 VALVES FOR LOW TEMPERATURE WATER SYSTEMS

4.3.1 VALVES

Valves shall be installed at the locations shown or specified by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), and where required for the proper functioning of the system.

Ball valves shall be used unless otherwise indicated or specified by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), or specified in this Statement of Work. Valves shall be installed with their stems horizontal to or above the main body of the valve.

4.3.2 BALL VALVES

Flanged or butt-welding ends ball valve shall conform to MSS SP-72, bronze. Threaded, socket-welding and solder joint, shall conform to MSS SP-110.d.

4.3.3 CHECK VALVES

Bronze Check Valves: MSS SP-80, 2 inches and smaller, regrinding swing check type, Class 200.

Steel Swing Check Valves: ASME B15.34, regrinding swing check type, Class 200.

(1) Swing check valves shall have bolted caps.

(2) Steel Lift check valves 2 inches and smaller shall have bolted caps.

4.3.4 GLOBE VALVES

Bronze Globe and Angle Valves: MSS SP-80, 2 inches and smaller, Class 200, except use Class 150 with solder ends for copper tubing. Valves shall have renewable seat and discs except solder end valves which shall have integral seats.

Steel Globe and Angle Valves: ASME B15.34, provide with heat and corrosion-resistant trim.

4.3.5 GATE VALVES

Bronze Gate Valves: MSS SP-80, 2 inches and smaller, wedge disc, inside screw type not less than Class 150. Use solder joint ends with copper tubing. Steel Gate Valves: ASME B15.34, provide with open stem and yoke type with solid wedge or flexible wedge disc and heat and corrosion-resistant steel trim.

4.3.6 BALANCING VALVES

Balancing valves shall have meter connections with positive shutoff valves. An integral pointer shall register degree of valve opening. Valves shall be calibrated so that flow in GPM can be determined when valve opening in degrees and pressure differential across valve is known. Each balancing valve shall be constructed with internal seals to prevent leakage and shall be supplied with preformed insulation. Valves shall be suitable for 250 degrees F temperature and working pressure of the pipe in which installed. Valve bodies shall be provided with tapped openings and pipe extensions with shutoff valves outside of pipe insulation. The pipe extensions shall be provided with quick connecting hose fittings for a portable meter to measure the pressure differential. One portable differential meter shall be furnished. The meter suitable for the operating pressure specified by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), shall be complete with hoses, vent, and shutoff valves and carrying case. In lieu of the balancing valve with integral metering connections, a ball valve or plug valve with a separately installed orifice plate or venture tube may be used for balancing. Plug valves and ball valves 8 inches or larger shall be provided with manual gear operators with position indicators.

4.3.7 TEMPERATURE REGULATING VALVES

Provide ASSE 1017 copper alloy body with adjustable range thermostat.

4.3.8 WATER PRESSURE-REDUCING VALVES - ASSE 1003

4.3.9 RELIEF VALVES

Bronze body, Teflon seat, stainless steel stem and springs, automatic, direct pressure actuated, capacities ASME certified and labelled.

4.4 PIPING AND VALVE INSTALLATION

4.4.1 WELDING

Submit 2 copies of qualified procedures and list of names and identification symbols of qualified welders and welding operators, prior to welding operations. Piping shall be welded in accordance with qualified procedures using performance qualified welders and welding operators. Procedures and welders shall be qualified in accordance with Submit 2 copies of qualified procedures and list of names and identification symbols of qualified welders and welding operators, prior to welding operations. Piping shall be welded in accordance with qualified procedures using performance qualified welders and welding operators. Procedures and welders shall be qualified in accordance with ASME BPVC SEC IX. Welding procedures qualified by others, and welders and welding operators qualified by another employer may be accepted as permitted by ASME B31.1.

4.4.2 PIPING

Unless otherwise specified, by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), pipe and fittings installation shall conform to the requirements of ASME B31.1. Pipe shall be cut accurately to measurements established at the job site and worked into place without springing or forcing, completely clearing all windows, doors, and other openings. Cuttings or other weakening of the building structure to facilitate piping installation will not be permitted without written approval. Pipe or tubing shall be cut square, shall have burrs removed by reaming, and shall be so installed as to permit free expansion and contraction without causing damage to building structure, pipe, joints, or hangers. Changes in direction shall be made with factory made fittings, except that bending of pipe up to 4 inches will be permitted, provided a pipe bender is used and wide sweep bends are formed. The center line radius of bends shall not be less than six diameters of the pipe. Bent pipe showing kinks, wrinkles, flattening, or other malformations will not be accepted. Vent pipes shall be installed through the roof as indicated and shall be flashed as specified, by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1). Horizontal mains shall pitch up or down in the direction of flow as indicated. The grade shall be not less than 1 inch in 40 feet. Reducing fittings shall be used for changes in pipe sizes. Open ends of pipelines and equipment shall be capped or plugged during installation to keep dirt or other foreign materials out of the systems. Pipe not otherwise specified, by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1) shall be uncoated. Unions and other components for copper pipe or tubing shall be brass or bronze. Connections between ferrous and copper piping shall be electrically isolated using dielectric unions.

4.4.3 JOINTS

Except as otherwise specified, by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), joints used on steel pipe shall be threaded for fittings 1 inch and smaller; threaded or welded for 1-1/4 inches up through 2-1/2 inches; and flanged or welded for 3 inches and larger. Pipe and fittings 1-1/4 inches and larger installed in inaccessible conduits or trenches beneath concrete floor slabs shall be welded. Unless otherwise specified, by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), connections to equipment shall be made with black malleable iron unions for pipe 2-1/2 inches or smaller in diameter, and with flanges for pipe 3 inches or larger in diameter.

Piping may have threaded, welded, flanged or grooved mechanical joints as applicable and as specified, by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1). Reducing fittings shall be used for changes in pipe sizes. In horizontal lines, reducing fittings shall be the eccentric type to maintain the top of the adjoining pipes at the same level.

4.4.4 THREADED JOINT

Threaded joints shall be made with tapered threads properly cut, and shall be made tight with PTFE tape complying with ASTM D3308, or equivalent thread joint compound applied to the male threads only, and in no case to the fittings.

4.4.5 WELDED JOINTS

Joints shall be fusion-welded unless otherwise required. Changes in direction of piping shall be made with welding fittings only. Branch connection may be made with either welding tees or branch outlet fittings. Branch outlet fittings shall be forged, flared for improvement of flow where attached to the run, and reinforced against external strains.

4.4.6 FLANGED JOINTS OR UNIONS

Flanged joints or unions shall be provided in each line immediately preceding the connection to each piece of equipment or material requiring maintenance such as coils, pumps, control valves, and similar items. Flanged joints shall be faced true, provided with gaskets, and made square and tight. Full-faced gaskets shall be used with cast iron flanges.

4.4.7 JOINTS FOR COPPER TUBING

Solder conforming to ASTM B32 alloy grade Sb5 or Sn95. Solder and flux shall be lead free (less than 0.2 percent of lead). An extracted mechanical tee joint shall be made in copper tube.

Make joint with an appropriate tool by drilling a pilot hole and drawing out the tube surface to form a collar having a minimum height of three times the thickness of the tube wall. To prevent the branch tube from being inserted beyond the depth of the extracted joint, provide dimpled depth stops. Notch the branch tube for proper penetration into fitting to assure a free flow joint. Braze extracted joints using a copper phosphorous classification brazing filler metal. Soldered joints shall not be permitted.

4.4.8 CONNECTIONS TO EQUIPMENT

Supply and return connections shall be provided by the Contractor unless otherwise indicated.

Valves shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Unless otherwise indicated, the size of the supply and return pipes to each piece of equipment shall be not smaller than the connections on the equipment. No bushed connections shall be permitted. Change in sizes shall be made with reducers or increasers only.

Low temperature water supply and return connections, unless otherwise indicated by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), shall be made with malleable iron unions for piping 2-1/2 inches or less in diameter and with flanges for pipe 3 inches or more in diameter.

4.4.9 SUPPORTS

Hangers used to support piping 2 inches and larger shall be fabricated to permit adequate adjustment after erection while supporting the load. Pipe guides and anchors shall be installed to keep pipes in accurate alignment, to direct the expansion movement, and to prevent buckling, swaying, and undue strain. All piping subjected to vertical movement when operating temperatures exceed ambient temperatures, shall be supported by variable spring hangers and supports or by constant support hangers. Where threaded rods are used for support, they shall not be formed or bent. Pipe hangers, inserts and supports shall conform to

MSS SP-58.

Pipe hangers on horizontal insulated pipe shall be the size of the outside diameter of the insulation.

4.4.10 TESTING AND CLEANING

Submit performance test reports in booklet form showing all field tests performed to adjust each component and all field tests performed to prove compliance with the specified performance criteria, upon completion and testing of the installed system. Indicate in each test report the final position of controls.

4.4.10.1 PRESSURE TESTING

Notify the TPOC, as listed in text G-242-H001, two (2) days before the tests are to be conducted. The tests shall be performed in the presence of the TPOC. The contractor shall furnish all instruments and personnel required for the tests.

All test results shall be accepted before thermal insulation is installed. The entire chilled/glycol system, including chiller and fittings, shall be hydrostatically tested and proved tight under a pressure of 45 psig for a period of four hours.

4.4.10.2 CLEANING

After the hydrostatic tests have been made and prior to the operating tests, the chiller and piping shall be thoroughly cleaned and the system thoroughly flushed out with fresh water.

Equipment shall be wiped clean, with all traces of oil, dust, dirt, or paint spots removed. The Contractor will be responsible for maintaining the system in a clean condition until final acceptance. Bearings shall be lubricated with oil or grease as recommended by the manufacturer.

4.5 INSULATING SYSTEMS

Provide materials which are the standard products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of such products and that essentially duplicate items that have been in satisfactory use for at least 2 years prior to bid opening. Submit a complete list of materials, including manufacturer's descriptive technical literature, performance data, catalog cuts, and installation instructions. The product number, k-value, thickness and furnished accessories including adhesives, sealants and jackets for each mechanical system requiring insulation shall be included. The product data must be copyrighted, have an identifying or publication number, and shall have been published prior to the issuance date of this solicitation. Materials furnished under this section shall be submitted together in a booklet and in conjunction with the MICA plates booklet(SD-02). Annotate the product data to indicate which MICA plate is applicable.

Provide insulation systems in accordance with the approved MICA National Insulation Standards plates as supplemented by this Statement of Work. Insulation shall be Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) free.

4.5.1 SURFACE BURNING CHARACTERISTICS

Unless otherwise specified by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), insulation shall have a maximum flame spread index of 25 and a maximum smoke developed index of 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Flame spread, and smoke developed indexes, shall be determined by ASTM E84 or UL 723. Insulation shall be tested in the same density and installed thickness as the material to be used in the actual construction. Test specimens shall be prepared and mounted according to ASTM E2231.

4.5.2 MATERIALS

Provide insulation that meets or exceed the requirements of ASHRAE 90.1. Insulation exterior shall be cleanable, grease resistant, non-flaking and non-peeling. Materials shall be compatible and shall not contribute to corrosion, soften, or otherwise attack surfaces to which applied in either wet or dry state. Materials shall be asbestos free. Provide product recognized under UL 94 (if containing plastic) and listed in FM APP GUIDE.

4.5.3 CELLULAR GLASS

ASTM C552, Type II, and Type III. Supply the insulation from the fabricator with white All Service Jacket (ASJ) vapor retarder and installed with all longitudinal overlaps sealed and all circumferential joints ASJ taped or supply the insulation from the fabricator and install with all longitudinal and circumferential joints sealed with vapor barrier mastic.

4.5.4 FIBROUS GLASS CLOTH AND GLASS TAP

Fibrous glass cloth, with 20X20 maximum mesh size, and glass tape shall have maximum flame spread index of 25 and a maximum smoke developed index of 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Tape shall be 4-inch-wide rolls. Class 3 tape shall be 4.5 ounces/square yard. Elastomeric Foam Tape: Black vapor-retarder foam tape with acrylic adhesive containing an anti-microbial additive.

4.5.5 SEALANTS

Sealants shall be chosen from the butyl polymer type, the styrene-butadiene rubber type, or the butyl type of sealants. Sealants shall have a maximum presence of 0.02 perms based on Procedure B for ASTM E95/E95M, and a maximum flame spread index of 25 and a maximum smoke developed index of 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

4.5.6 ALL PURPOSE JACKET

Provide insulation with insulation manufacturer's standard reinforced fire-retardant jacket with or without integral vapor barrier as required by the service. In exposed locations, provide jacket with a white surface suitable for field painting.

4.5.7 INSTALLATION

Except as otherwise specified, by drawing included as ATTACHMENT (1), material shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's written instructions. Insulation materials shall not be applied until all tests specified in other sections of this Statement of Work are completed. Material such as rust, scale, dirt and moisture shall be removed from surfaces to receive insulation. Insulation shall be kept clean and dry. Insulation shall not be removed from its shipping containers until the day it is ready to use and shall be returned to like containers or equally protected from dirt and moisture at the end of each workday. Insulation that becomes dirty shall be thoroughly cleaned prior to use. If insulation becomes wet or if cleaning does not restore the surfaces to like new condition, the insulation will be rejected, and shall be immediately removed from the jobsite. Joints shall be staggered on multi-layer insulation. Mineral fiber thermal insulating cement shall be mixed with demineralized water when used on stainless steel surfaces. Insulation, jacketing and accessories shall be installed in accordance with MICA Insulation plates except where modified herein or on the drawings.

4.5.8 FIRE-STOPPING

Where pipes pass through fire walls, fire partitions, above grade floors, and fire rated chase walls, the penetration shall be sealed with fire stopping materials. The protection of passages through firewalls must be in accordance with NFPA 90A and/or NFPA 90B.