U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE

BELL 2 5 & 6 RESIDENCE RENOVATION

PROJECT

U.S. CONSULATE LAGOS, NIGERIA

April 14, 2025

STATEMENT OF WORK

BELL 2 5 & 6 RENOVATIONS LAGOS, NIGERIA

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Statement of Work.

The U.S. Consulate Lagos requires construction services for the renovation of Apartments 5 & 6 Residence in Lagos, Nigeria. The work includes furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, and tools to successfully execute interior unit renovations and exterior site improvements of the Bell 2 Apartments 5 & 6. The completion of this project shall include all incidental related work and as shown in the accompanying drawings (Architectural and MEP).

1.1.1 Project Background

The facilities shall be vacant during construction operations. The improvements include but not limited to the renovation of two (2) apartments, interior and exterior improvement works.

The Bell 2 Housing Compound is located approximately 3.7 km east northeast of the U. S.

Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria. The U. S. Government owns the U. S. Government constructed the compound and the townhouses in 1983-84. The housing compound was occupied in May 1984.

1.2 Project Statement

The Contractor is encouraged to visit the site; during the prescribed pre-bid conference date and time; and perform an inspection to gather existing conditions and verify requirements. The Contractor shall utilize the attached documents as part of this assessment/evaluation for preparation of their respective bids. The renovation of the townhouses will include, but not limited to, upgrades to kitchens, bathrooms, doors, interior and exterior finishes, waste management system, air conditioning, ventilation and electrical wiring, lighting etc.

1.2.1 General Works

A. Waste Management system:

1. Demolish the residences 5 & 6 multiple existing sanitary septic systems inclusive of all septic and soak way tanks; distribution boxes; piping; and contaminated soil within 1 meter of the bottom of the system. Remove the entire tank and surround the contaminated soil. Provide clean fill compacted in multiple lifts. All depressions on the property shall be filled, compacted, and graded to a uniform slope with adequate drainage not to cause the ponding of water. All solids and liquids must be removed and disposed of liquids, scum, and sludge.

2. Procure and carry out the installation of a modern waste management system for the residences as shown in the Mechanical Services drawings attached to SOW. Contractor shall coordinate with manufacturer and submit shop drawing design for the installation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

B. Electrical –

A. Provide ground fault outlets near vanities in all bathrooms and kitchen sinks.

B. Remove and replace all interior and exterior light fixtures.

C. Remove and replace all interior ceiling fans with controls.

D. All wiring for the interior and exterior of the building is to be concealed within the walls, ceiling, or floor systems. This includes electrical, cable tv, internet, and telephone (as applicable). Exposed electrical service to the building is to be in conduit and run vertically without horizontal runs.

E. Size wiring for air conditioning branch circuits for appropriate loading. Install sub-panel as necessary to ensure balanced loading from existing house panel.

F. Remove and replace existing electrical distribution system and branch circuits inclusive of load center panels, disconnects, conductors and conduits; and other items as noted in the documents.

G. Provide GFCI receptacles at kitchen, bathroom and exterior locations.

H. Coordinate installation of electrical work to be concealed in existing wall assembly and above finish ceilings.

I. All wiring shall be THWN/THHN copper conductors.

J. All load center panels, and equipment shall be grounded.

C. Landscaping

1. Protect all existing trees, shrubs, and ground cover.

2. Procure and plant new shrubs and plants as shown in landscaping shop drawings, plants shall be placed at the front and back elevation in designated areas, ensure that the architectural and landscape drawings are well coordinated and approved by the COR.

3. Ensure leveling and compaction of all disturbed soil around the areas where work is to be carried out.

D. Civil

1. Demolish the existing wall separating the kitchen area from the dining area as indicated in the demolition drawings.

2. Create door openings at the back elevation as shown in the demolition drawings.

3. Demolish existing perimeter wall and remove paved walkway around the courtyard as shown in demolition drawing.

4. Construct new entrance pergola cover with mild steel post as specified in the proposed construction drawings.

5. All concrete works, pathways and dwarf walls around the courtyard area shall be installed according to the proposed construction drawings.

6. Patch, repair and paint existing compound perimeter walls.

E. Interior

1. Remove and replace existing kitchen base and wall cabinets; countertops and backsplashes; and plumbing fixtures.

2. Remove and replace existing floor and wall tiles, bathroom vanity, water closet, mirror, medicine cabinet, tub enclosures, and accessories. Protect existing bathroom tub at all times and re-glaze.

3. Remove and replace existing designated finish floor systems with bases and finish ceiling system assembly.

4. Coordinate installation of electrical work to be concealed in existing wall assembly and above finish ceilings. Patch and repair wall assembly to match surrounding surfaces.

5. Patch and repair existing ceiling, wall, and floor surfaces.

6. Paint all designated surfaces and appendages.

7. Remove and replace existing glass sliding door. Remove roll down shutter system.

Remove and reinstall existing security grilles.

8. Remove and replace existing glass windows. Remove roll down shutter system.

Remove and reinstall existing exterior security grilles.

F Elevations

1. Repair deteriorated (delaminated, spalled, and fractured) stucco facades at structures and patio walls.

2. Paint stucco façades, patio walls, metal gates, railings, screens, sunshades; gutters and downspouts; appendages; and sealing of all exterior penetrations.

G. Roof

1. Remove designated existing low-slope metal roof system inclusive of framing system with insulation and replace with modified bitumen roof system. Patch and repair delamination and cracks in the existing concrete roof deck.

2. Repair and replace deteriorated flashing (base and counter) at penetrations and vertical elements. Install prefabricated roof curbs for equipment support, duct penetrations, and building expansion joints. Replace both horizontal and vertical vent covers.

3. Repair and replace deteriorated sloped metal roof system, inclusive of metal panels, fasteners, and supports.

4. Install fluid applied roof system to sloped metal roof with high performance coating system.

H. Life Safety

1. Connect and install smoke detectors in areas identified on the construction drawings

2. Existing exterior operable security grilles (egress) at window and door openings shall be repaired to ensure functional use.

I. Plumbing

1. Existing water, sewer and vent system distribution shall remain in place and be protected during construction operations.

2. Remove and replace fixtures including kitchen sink, lavatory, water closet, hot water heater, washing machine box, and hose bibs.

3. Remove and replace all valves and connections to fixtures.

4. Cap all plumbing laterals after removal of existing fixtures until new fixtures can be placed.

J. Mechanical

1. Remove and replace range hood, bathroom exhaust fan, and ventilator.

2. Remove existing air conditioning units and accessories from every area of the residence. Patch all abandoned openings to be finished and level to surrounding surfaces.

3. Procure and install split packs according to specifications stated in the Construction drawings.

K. Painting

1. Carry out all repair works on affected on wall surfaces.

2. Apply two coats of approved paint finish on the interior and exterior walls in the building.

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

a. Work shall be completed as expeditiously as possible. The facility shall be unoccupied during the execution of this contract. The Contractor shall coordinate with Contracting Officer’s Representative [COR] for work phasing and job sequencing with work commencing and completing in a sequential manner. Contractor to submit a phasing plan with construction schedule for review and approval prior to commencement of work at the site. Once approved any changes must be re-approved.

The Contractor may be allowed to overlap phases upon exhibition of sufficient capability to execute the project simultaneously with the approval of the Contracting Officer [CO].

b. Site Location:

Bell 2 Residential Compound 2A Bell Avenue Ikoyi Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria Tel: (011) 234-1-460-3400

2.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 The Contractor shall provide quantity surveyors, construction personnel, equipment, materials, tools and supervision as needed to complete the services that meet the technical requirements in the Statement of Work [SOW], drawings and specifications.

2.2 The work shall be executed in a diligent manner in accordance with a negotiated firm fixed price and performance period. The period of performance for the project shall be completed in 210 days from the notice to proceed.

2.3 The Contractor shall have limited access within the site outside the areas designated for the project except with permission by the COR.

2.4 The Contractor shall be required to prepare and submit reports, bill of materials, product literature, manufacturer’s drawings and specifications, quality control schedules, safety plan and construction costs. These documents shall provide the necessary interfaces, coordination, and communication between the Contracting Officer’s Representative and Contractor for the delivery of a completed project.

3.0 RESERVED

4.0 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

4.1 The Contractor shall not conduct any work that is beyond this Statement of Work and accompanying specifications unless directed in writing by the Contracting Officer. Any work done by the Contractor beyond this SOW and accompanying drawings and specifications without direction from the CO will be at the Contractor’s own risk and at no cost to the USG.

4.2 The Contracting Officer’s Representative shall conduct a Preconstruction Conference before the Contracting Officer provides a Notice to Proceed (NTP) to the Contractor. No work shall be initiated until the CO issues the NTP.

4.3 The Government has the right to inspect and test all services called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and places during the term of the contract. The Office of Overseas Buildings [OBO] may perform quality assurance inspections [QAI] and tests during construction to confirm the work is installed according to the SOW refer to Section 014010, Contractor’s Quality Control.

4.4 The Contracting Officer has the authority to issue a temporary stop order during the execution of any particular phase of this SOW. This authority may be executed when the Consulate requires time for official functions, or is in possession of specific credible information indicating that the lives of Consulate personnel are immediately threatened and that the execution of the project will increase the Consulate's vulnerability. The Contractor shall promptly notify the CO that work has been stopped.

4.5 If any of the Contractor’s services do not conform to the contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again at their own cost in conformity with the contract requirements. The U.S. Government may by contract or otherwise, perform the services and charge the Contractor any cost incurred by the USG that is directly related to the performance of such service or terminate the contract for default.

5.0 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR

5.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of all construction and other services furnished under this contract. The Contractor shall, without additional compensation, correct or revise any errors or deficiencies in its construction and other services.

5.2 The Contractor shall identify a Project Site Manager who shall be responsible for the overall management of the project and shall represent the Contractor on the site during construction. The Project Site Manager shall be approved by the COR.

5.3 The Project Site Manager shall attend all project meetings, prepare Status Reports on the project and submit them to the COR. Status Reports shall contain meeting minutes, accomplishments, arising concerns and proposed solutions, any proposed changed orders, and any other pertinent information required to report the progress of performance.

5.4 All documentation produced for this project will become the ownership of the U.S.

Government at the completion of this project.

5.5 The Contractor shall verify that all materials, equipment, and systems provide operational dependability. The Contractor assures the completed construction shall be easily maintained or replaced with readily available materials and services.

5.6 Any cost associated with services subcontracted by the Contractor shall be borne by and be the complete responsibility of the Contractor under the fixed price of this contract.

5.7 The Contractor is responsible for safety and shall comply with all local labor laws, regulations, customs and practices pertaining to labor, safety and similar matters. The Contractor shall promptly report all accidents resulting in lost time, disabling, or fatal injuries to the COR refer to Section 013525, Construction Safety and Occupational Health.

5.8 The Contractor shall be and remains liable to the Government in accordance with applicable law for all damages to the Government caused by the Contractor's negligent performance of any of the services furnished under this contract. The rights and remedies for the Government provided for under this contract are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law.

5.9 OBO has obtained Building Permit, (Attachment J.2.5). The Contractor is responsible for obtaining all other permits (such as utility, construction, occupancy) and licenses required executing the work. The Contractor shall provide all drawings and documents needed to obtain those permits and licenses for which they are responsible, as well as official translations as required to execute those permit actions. The Contractor shall submit all drawings to the COR for approval prior to releasing drawings to local permitting and/or licensing agencies for any permits.

6.0 PRE-CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

6.1 The Contractor shall examine all the documents and visit the site to fully inform themselves of all the conditions and limitations applied to the work and submit a firm fixed price cost proposal for all the work. No subsequent cost allowance will be made to the Contractor for neglect of the existing conditions.

6.2 Provide a statement that the Contractor’s company and all personnel are experienced in installation of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems similar to type and scope required for the work.

6.3 The Contractor shall prepare and submit a quality Control Schedule (QCS) and Project Safety Plan (PSP) to address the project. The QCS and PSP are intended to document the entire project from beginning to end.

6.4 Submit a copy of a Contractor’s Warranty or Guarantee covering the work, labor and equipment for a period of ONE [1] year at no cost to the Embassy signed by the Contractor.

6.5 Submit a Bill of Materials [BOM], product literature, samples and standard specification submittals of all materials to be used in the project provided by the contractor. The BOM's shall list the equipment and materials in sufficient detail that a purchase order for the materials and equipment can be executed without further elaboration or specifications. These documents will be used by the Embassy to approve all equipment and materials.

6.6 Submit a dust and noise control plan outlining procedures for the limitation of the spread of dust/debris from the immediate work zones and storage areas; identification of procedures for the limitation of noise for activities inclusive of hours prohibiting select work events at early morning and evening hours.

6.7 Participation in Preconstruction conference in advance of issuance of Notice To Proceed to reviews contract terms and conditions, statement of work requirements, work and security procedures.

6.8 Submit initial project execution schedule and base line project execution as indicated in 013205, Project Scheduling.

6.9 Submit three (3) sets of Shop Drawings and /or Submittals to the CO as required in the specifications and as specified below:

CAD DRAWINGS: Drawings including sketches, schematics, conceptual, etc. shall be in a form suitable to the stage of design. CAD drawings will conform to the National CAD Standards published by the National Institute of Building Sciences. The drawings and models will be checked for both graphic clarity and professional layout practices and computer file structure correctness.

Drawings shall be in AutoCAD platform (ACAD 2012 Templates) without conversion; layering, lettering, line weight, symbols, schedules shall be in conformance with current National CAD Standards (NIBS).

Final Submission drawings shall be prepared on bond paper. Drawings shall be on “558.8 x 863.6” or ANSI D size. Line weights shall be attached to entities (ex: line, arcs, points, etc.).

Submission of digital source files (dwgs) shall include in digital media CD ROM Format using proper external label with a certification that the delivery media is free of known computer viruses including the name(s) and release date(s) of the virus scanning software used to check the media.

All drawings shall contain imperial and metric dimensions with notations in English. Electronic base drawing shall be provided to the contractor to develop shop drawing plans.

a. Wastewater Treatment System: Indicate extent of work for new wastewater treatment system as specified in 1.2.1.1 Utility, B. Sanitary; and other site and building work contained in statement of work.

b. Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems: Indicate extent of work for new mutli-zoned air conditioning system inclusive of distribution throughout existing spaces;

ventilation system for range hoods and bathrooms; and other site work contained in statement of work.

c. Electrical System: Indicate extent of work for revised electrical distribution system inclusive of load centers, branch circuits, receptacles, switches, circuit breakers, disconnects, load calculations and other site and building work contained in statement of work.

LAGOS, NIGERIA

BELL 2 HOUSING COMPOUND RENOVATIONS

7.0 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

7.1 No construction shall begin until approvals of the Pre-Construction Submittals are accepted by the COR.

7.2 The Contractor shall be responsible for all required materials not provided by the

Government, equipment and personnel to manage, administer, and supervise the project. All workmanship shall be of good quality and performed in a skillful manner as determined by the COR.

7.3 All materials and equipment incorporated into the project shall be new unless noted otherwise. The Contractor shall transport and safeguard all materials and equipment required for construction.

7.4 Equipment and materials shall be carefully handled, properly stored, and adequately protected to prevent damage before and during installation, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Damaged or defective items shall be replaced. The Contractor will be responsible for security of all materials and equipment.

7.5 Receipt Of Materials - Shipment of equipment, materials, and supplies shall be addressed to the Contractor - not the Consulate. The Contractor must be on hand to accept shipments; the Government will not accept shipments.

7.6 The Contractor will be provided with a storage and staging area as determined by the COR. The Contractor shall be responsible for restoring the area to its original condition at the completion of the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for repair of any damage incurred to buildings or pavement as a result of storage activities. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining any additional off compound storage areas as required.

7.7 The Contractor shall at all times keep the work area free from accumulation of waste materials. Upon project completion, the Contractor shall remove all temporary facilities and leave the project site in a clean and orderly condition acceptable to the COR, refer to Section 015005, Temporary Facilities and Controls.

7.8 The Contractor shall perform the work at the site during the normal workday hours, unless otherwise agreed upon with the COR. Section 011005, Construction Execution, and Coordination.

7.9 The Contractor shall be responsible for connection of temporary utilities to existing utilities including water and power lines. All temporary connections to local water and power lines shall be coordinated with the COR. The Contractor shall pay all costs incurred in connecting, converting, transferring, and use of the utilities to the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for making connections including providing back flow preventer devices on connections to domestic water lines, providing transformers, and for disconnections.

7.9.1 Standby/Prime Power Generator - Temporary standby and prime electrical power shall be provided to the site with a contractor installed and maintained standby generator. Temporary standby power shall consist of a portable standby/prime power generator, with sufficient fuel for 48 hours of continuous operation, sized to serve the contractor provided temporary facilities;

general construction loads; site lighting and security guard booth which are to remain operational throughout construction operations. The contractor may re-use existing feeders, panels, and branch circuits with the portable/prime power generator. Contractor shall be responsible to installing and maintaining temporary electrical distribution system.

Contractor shall submit plan for temporary/prime power to the COR for review and approval.

See Section 16050, "Basic Electrical Materials and Methods".

7.9.2 Portable Toilets - Contractor shall provide and maintain portable toilets for workers and USG personnel at the site in sufficient quantities from the issuance of NTP to final acceptance of the work. Contractor shall submit plan for temporary toilets to the COR for review and approval.

7.10 At the end of each workday, or notification of a temporary stop order, the Contractor shall lower and fix all temporary work platforms and/or harnesses. Contractor shall notify the COR of the temporary barricade locations. Beginning the next workday, the Contractor shall remove the temporary barricades before continuing the project.

7.11 Storm Protection - Should warnings of wind of gale force or stronger be issued, the Contractor shall take every practicable precaution to minimize danger to people, the work and adjacent property. Precautions shall include, but not be limited to, closing all openings, removing all loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations, and other temporary work.

7.12 Cleanup - The Contractor shall keep the work area, including storage areas, free from accumulations of waste materials on a daily basis and provide transportation for the disposal of wastes. The Contractor shall not use Governments waste disposal facilities including garbage cans, trash piles or dumpsters.

7.13 Landscape Restoration - The surfaces of all unpaved areas disturbed by construction activities shall be sodded with an approved grass native to the sodded area as approved by the COR. These shall include areas which existing pavement is removed, areas where excavation takes place, and areas where existing sod is killed or compacted by construction activities.

Landscape shrubs killed or damaged by construction activities shall be replaced with same species and size.

7.14 Inspection by the Government - The services being performed hereunder and the supplies furnished will be inspected from time to time by the COR, or his/her authorized representatives, to determine that all work is being performed in a satisfactory manner, and that all supplies are of acceptable quality and standards. The Contractor shall be responsible for any countermeasures or corrective action, within the scope of this contract, which may be required by the Contracting Officer as a result of such inspection.

7.15 Record Drawings - The Contractor shall maintain at the job site two sets of full-size contract drawings marked to show any deviations which have been made from the contract drawings, including buried or concealed construction and utility features which are revealed during construction. These drawings shall always be available for review by the COR. Upon completion of the work, the marked sets of prints shall be delivered to the COR. Request for final payment will not be approved until the marked prints are delivered to the Contracting Officer.

8.0 CRITERIA:

8.1 The Contractor work shall in accordance with OBO Design and U.S.

codes and standards. ASHRAE Standards National Fire Protection Association [NFPA] International Building Code [IBC]

International Mechanical Code [IMC] International Plumbing Code [IPC] US Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE)

National Electric Code [NEC] Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors (SMACNA)

9.0 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: $2,000 per day

10.0 DELIVERABLE SCHEDULE

10.1 The Contractor shall commence work under this contract promptly, execute the work diligently, and achieve final completion and acceptance including final cleanup of the premises within the period specified.

10.2 Milestones:

Contractor Pre-Proposal Site Visit TBD Award of Contract & Notice to Proceed TBD Pre-Construction Submittals Within 30 days of NTP Government Submittal Review 20 days Construction Begins Within 30 days of NTP Construction 210 days from NTP Substantial Completion TBD

Beneficial Occupancy TBD

10.3 Project Completion: Furnish three (3) hard copies of operations and maintenance information, Contractor’s one year workmanship guarantee and product literature of all items installed.

11.0 PROJECT SECURITY

11.1 The work to be performed under this contract requires that the Contractor, its employees and sub-contractors submit corporate, financial and personnel information for review by the U.S.

Government. Information submitted by the Contractor will not be disclosed beyond the USG.

11.2 The Contractor shall submit this information including construction vehicle requirements within ten (10) calendar days of the Notice to Proceed.

11.3 Contractor Personnel Security

After award of the contract, the Contractor shall have ten days to submit to the COR a list of workers, supervisors and consultants assigned to this project (Biographic Data on Personnel) for the Consulate to conduct all necessary security checks. For each individual the list shall include:

Full Name Place and Date of Birth Current Address Identification number

Failure to provide any of the above information may be considered grounds for rejection and/or re-submittal of the application. Once the Consulate has completed the security screening and approved the applicants, the Consulate will provide a badge to the individual for access to the site. The Consulate may revoke this badge at any time due to the falsification of data, or misconduct on site.

12.0 PAYMENTS

12.1 The Contractor shall provide a fixed priced lump sum proposal to the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor may submit requests for progress payments at monthly intervals to cover the value of labor and materials completed to date.

12.2 The Contractor shall submit one copy of all payment invoices, with the appropriate backup documents to the COR. The COR will determine if the invoice is complete and proper as submitted. The COR also will determine if billed services have been satisfactorily performed and if expenses billed are correct. If it is determined that the amount billed is incorrect, the COR will within seven days, request the Contractor to submit a revised invoice.

12.3 The Contractor shall specifically identify his last invoice "Final Invoice." The Final invoice shall include the remaining payment claimed to be due under the basic contract and all modifications issued, if any. The final invoice shall also have the Contractor's Release of Claims Certificate attached.

13.0 PROJECT CLOSE-OUT

13.1 Final Inspection and Acceptance - When the work is complete and ready for final inspection, submit a written request for final inspection (at least with 7 days anticipation) to the Contracting Officer.

13.2 Warranties - All warranties and/or guarantees, either implied or expressed, for individual equipment shall be endorsed to the U.S. Government.

13.3 Field Tests

Notify the COR at least ten (10) working days in advance of the dates and times scheduled for all field tests.

13.4 Instruction to Government Personnel

The Contractor shall furnish the services of competent instructors who will give full instructions to the designated personnel in the adjustment, operation, and maintenance, including pertinent safety requirements of the equipment or systems specified. Each instructor shall be thoroughly familiar with all parts of the installation and shall be trained in operating theory as well as practical operation and maintenance work. Instruction shall be given during the first regular work week after the equipment or system has been accepted and turned over to the Government for regular operation. Instruction for government personnel shall be coordinated for specified equipment and systems. At a minimum, training shall be provided for equipment/systems. Commissioning shall be provided before training. A minimal of four (4) training hours with material handouts shall be provided based on manufacturer’s data for operation.

14.0 ATTACHMENTS

J.2.1 OBO Division 1 Specifications

J.2.2 OBO Specifications (OBO-SPEC) Divisions 2-16

J.2.3 Construction Drawings (Dated: May 2025)

J.2.4 SOW