NWHC_modernization_AE_special_inspections_SOW.docx

STATEMENT of WORK (SoW) Materials Testing and Special Inspection Services USGS NWHC modernization, Madison, WI - DRAFT

The U. S. Geological Survey (USGS) has a requirement for Materials Testing and Inspection Services for the (possibly phased) modernization of the National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC) in Madison, WI.

I. BACKGROUND

TBD as the design matures.

II. SCOPE OF WORK

Inspection of the work during construction to assure that all work is done in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and applicable federal, state, and local building codes. Special inspections must be performed in accordance with the Schedule of Special Inspections, to be developed by the designer as the design matures. Special inspections are to be performed by an independent third party and may include (not an exhaustive list):

Steel Construction, Including Fabrication Shop Inspections. Concrete Construction Masonry Construction Soils Driven Deep Foundations Cast-In-Place Deep Foundations Helical Pile Foundations Fabricated Items Special Inspections for Wind Resistance Special Inspections for Seismic Resistance Testing for Seismic Resistance Sprayed Fire-Resistant Materials Mastic and Intumescent Fire-Resistant Coatings Fire Resistant Penetrations and Joints Testing for Smoke Control

The contractor will be required to:

· Review shop drawings.

· Observe Contractor work and advise USGS regarding quality.

· Review construction progress.

· Develop punch-list of items needing correction.

· Attend and/or participate in construction meetings.

Testing Matrix

Soils – Standard Proctor and Atterberg Limits tests needed to determine the maximum dry density, optimum moisture content, and classification of fill materials used under the building pad, exterior concrete, and hot-mix asphalt pavements.

Engineered Fill –Tests needed to determine compaction and moisture content of fill under the building pad, exterior concrete, and hot-mix asphalt pavements.

Existing Subgrades – Observations (proofrolls) needed to determine if existing subgrades are suitable to place fill on. Performed prior to fill placement under the building pad, exterior concrete, and hot-mix asphalt pavements.

Shallow Foundations – Bearing capacity tests performed with a hand penetrometer or static cone at the base of foundation excavations for the building.

Concrete – Concrete tests to determine slump, air content, temperature, and compressive strength for building and exterior concrete.

Hot-Mix Asphalt – Tests needed to determine compaction of hot-mix asphalt pavement.

I. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES

A. After Award and issuance of the NTP, the Special Inspector will coordinate all site visits through the COR. All personnel, subcontractors and representatives visiting USGS sites will be required to sign in upon arrival. Each visiting individual will be required to enter his/her name, company’s name, USGS project title, date, reason for the visit, and the times of arrival and departure. Arrangements for after-normal-working-hour site visits must be made in advance during normal working hours.

II. DELIVERABLES

· Detailed weekly inspection log. Testing reports.

· Weekly written report to USGS listing site observations and recommended corrective actions.

· Develop a written punch list of items needing correction, as observed during final inspection.

End of Statement of Work

NWHC modernization A&E special inspections SOW - Page 2 of 2 (Attachment 2, Exhibit B)