PWS Amistad Replace Transfer Switches MCC1-MCC4.pdf

International Boundary and Water Commission United States and Mexico United States Section Operations and Maintenance Division

International Boundary and Water Commission United States and Mexico United States Section

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Performance Work Statement (PWS) Amistad Power Plant Replacement of Four (4) Automatic Transfer Switches MCC1-MCC4 Val Verde County, Texas

Solicitation 20215701002

October 2020

USIBWC Amistad Power Plant Replacement of Four (4) Automatic Transfer Switches MCC1-MCC4

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SECTION 1

PROJECT SPECIFIC INFORMATION

1.1 Project Overview

The United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) requires the replacement of four (4) Automatic Transfer Switches at the Amistad Power Plant located at 670 Texas Spur 349, Del Rio, Texas 78840.

1.2 General

This is a non-personnel services Contract to replace four Automatic Transfer Switches. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the Contract service providers performing the services herein. Such Contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.3 Description of Services

The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, supervision necessary to perform the work as defined in this Performance Work Statement. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.4 Objective

A. To replace Automatic Transfer Switches (one each from Motor Control Center 1, 2, 3 & 4) to meet the power plants operations, maintenance, and safety requirements. USIBWC requests that the Contractor provide pricing for the items listed below.

1. The Contractor shall replace and install two (2) Automatic Transfer Switches for MCC3 and

MCC4.

a. Two (2) 400A/480V/3Phase service entrance rating and dead front cover Utility to Utility

Automatic Transfer Switch with Molded Breakers and with Over-Current Protection in existing Siemens Allis MCC 3&4, MARQ 21 Cabinet Section (D*W*H) 20” *20” *90”.

b. New transfer switches shall be equal or equivalent to an EATON (ATC-900 Breaker Base Transfer Switch) or similar model subject to the approval of USIBWC.

2. The Contractor shall replace and install one (1) Automatic Transfer Switch for MCC1.

a. One (1) 225A/480V/3Phase service entrance rating and dead front cover Utility to Utility

Automatic Transfer Switch with Molded Breakers and with Over-Current Protection in existing Siemens Allis MCC 1, MARQ 21 Cabinet Section (D*W*H) 20” *20” *90”.

b. New transfer switch shall be equal or equivalent to an EATON (ATC-900 Breaker Base Transfer Switch) or similar model subject to the approval of USIBWC.

3. The Contractor shall replace and install one (1) Automatic Transfer Switch for MCC2.

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a. One (1) 225A/480V/3Phase service entrance rating and dead front cover Utility to Utility Automatic Transfer Switch with Molded Breakers and with Over-Current Protection in existing Siemens Allis MCC 2, MARQ 21 Cabinet Section (D*W*H) 20” *20” *90”.

b. New transfer switch shall be equal or equivalent to an EATON (ATC-900 Breaker Base Transfer Switch) or similar model subject to the approval of USIBWC.

4. The ATC-900 shall include optional features but not limited to 12,12LM,16,16B,16E,16N,18, Utility to Utility.

1.5 Project Location

A. USIBWC Amistad Power Plant is located at 670 Texas Spur 349, Del Rio, Texas 78840.

B. The work is located completely within the United States but is adjacent to the international border with Mexico.

1.6 Period of Performance

A. The period of performance shall be for a maximum of Ninety (90) days after the contract has been awarded to the Contractor. The period of performance will be extended fifteen (15) days for each of the options. The Period of Performance reads as follows:

Automatic Transfer Switches for MCC3 & MCC4 60 Days Automatic Transfer Switch for MCC1 15 Days Automatic Transfer Switch for MCC2 15 Days

1.7 Investigation of Site Conditions

A. Contractors are encouraged to attend an agency organized site visit. Site visits may be scheduled by contacting Juan Escobar at 830-774-5519 or Juan.Escobar@ibwc.gov. While attending the site visit all contractors must adhere to COVID-19 requirements for social distancing and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e. mask and gloves). Contractors will not be permitted access to IBWC facilities without proper PPE. Virtual site visits (video/photographs) are not permitted.

B. Submission of a quote shall be conclusive evidence that the Contractor has reviewed, investigated, and acknowledged all items below.

1. Conditions bearing upon transportation, disposal, handling, and storage of materials.

2. The availability of labor, water, electric power, and roads.

3. Uncertainties of weather and similar physical conditions at the site.

4. The conformation and conditions of the ground.

5. The character of equipment and facilities needed for the performance of the work.

C. Submission of a quote shall be conclusive evidence that the Contractor has investigated and is satisfied as to the conditions to be encountered, the character, quality, and work to be performed, and the quantities of materials to be furnished.

D. Submission of a quote constitutes agreement that Contractor has provided written notice of all conflicts, errors, ambiguities, and discrepancies discovered in PWS, that responses to these written notices are acceptable to Contractor, and that PWS is enough to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for performing and furnishing required work.

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E. Contractor has the sole responsibility to make such independent investigation and examination as they deem necessary in order to satisfy themselves as to the conditions to be encountered in the performance of work and the quantities required to complete the work in accordance with the PWS.

F. The Government assumes no responsibility for any understanding reached or representation made concerning conditions which can affect the work by any of its officers or agents before the execution of this Contract, unless that understanding, or representation is expressly stated in this Contract.

G. Any failure of the Contractor to take the actions described and acknowledged in this paragraph will not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work, or for proceeding to successfully perform the work without additional expense to the Government.

1.8 Duty to Inquire

A. Contractor shall review the full PWS.

B. If during review of these items, the Contractor finds discrepancies, omissions, conflicts, defects, errors, or ambiguities, they have a duty to inquire and shall notify the Contracting Officer prior to the question submission deadline as established in the solicitation. The Contractor shall also inquire about items that are unclear or open to interpretation.

C. The Contractor shall take no advantage of any item of which they have a duty to inquire.

1.9 Work Restrictions

A. The Contractor is responsible for conducting business between the hours of 7:00 AM thru 3:30 PM, Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government-directed facility closings.

B. The Contractor may request different working hours and must do so in writing to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). USIBWC will make final determination as to the approval of a different work schedule.

1.10 Department of Homeland Security

In any event the staff of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS, also known as US Customs and Border Protection or CBP) alerts and directs any field crews to stop work for any security reasons in the area, the Contractor shall consider this as top priority and fully cooperate with the directions of DHS at all times until the security alert is cleared by the DHS. In addition, the Contractor shall contact and coordinate with the COR for any additional steps to be taken during and after the security alert.

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SECTION 2

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

2.1 General

A. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items necessary to perform replacement of four (4) Automatic Transfer Switches from MCC 1, 2, 3, and 4. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

B. Prior to installing the new transfer switches, the existing transfer switches shall be removed from the MCC 1, 2, 3, and 4 U/L Siemens Allis Motor Control Center Section, MARQ 21 Cabinet Section (D*W*H) 20” *20” *90”.

C. The Contractor shall replace and install two Automatic Transfer Switches for MCC3 and MCC4.

a. Two (2) 400A/480V/3Phase service entrance rating and dead front cover Utility to Utility Automatic Transfer Switch with Molded Breakers and with Over-Current Protection in existing Siemens Allis MCC 3&4, MARQ 21 Cabinet Section (D*W*H) 20” *20” *90”.

b. New transfer switches shall be equal or equivalent to an EATON (ATC-900 Breaker Base Transfer Switch) or similar model subject to the approval of USIBWC.

D. The Contractor shall replace and install one (1) Automatic Transfer Switch for MCC1.

a. 225A/480V/3Phase service entrance rating and dead front cover Utility to Utility Automatic Transfer Switch with Molded Breakers and with Over-Current Protection in existing Siemens Allis MCC 1, MARQ 21 Cabinet Section (D*W*H) 20” *20” *90”.

b. New transfer switch shall be equal or equivalent to an EATON (ATC-900 Breaker Base Transfer Switch) or similar model subject to the approval of USIBWC.

E. The Contractor shall replace and install one (1) Automatic Transfer Switch for MCC2.

c. 225A/480V/3Phase service entrance rating and dead front cover Utility to Utility Automatic Transfer Switch with Molded Breakers and with Over-Current Protection in existing Siemens Allis MCC 2, MARQ 21 Cabinet Section (D*W*H) 20” *20” *90”.

d. New transfer switch shall be equal or equivalent to an EATON (ATC-900 Breaker Base Transfer Switch) or similar model subject to the approval of USIBWC.

F. Contractor shall coordinate dates and allotted time and make provisions with Power Plant Supervisor or Plant Electrical Engineer removing and installing Automatic Transfer Switch on

MCC 1,2,3 & 4.

1. Contractor shall provide 2 or more copies of O&M Manuals. This should be in addition to any instructions or parts lists packed with or attached to the equipment.

2. Contractor shall provide Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing.

3. Contractor shall provide training of Power Plant Personnel to include training material, and actual hands on training.

4. ATS’s shall not contain any software or codes that would require the contractor to provide any future service or repair.

5. Contractor onsite work shall not exceed five days per ATS; and must work on one ATS at a time and give two days advance notice before each site work.

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6. Contractor shall coordinate with IBWC each unit’s shutdown. However, the Contractor is ultimately responsible for all Lockout/ Tagout procedures as required to ensure the safety of their employees. And provide temporary power to the MCC working on.

7. Contractor must connect the new ATS’s using existing Feeder wiring in the existing cabinets.

No wire splices may be performed without the approval of the IBWC Power Plant Superintendent.

G. The Contractor shall submit a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Form filled out to be reviewed by Power Plant Personnel.

H. The Contractor shall conduct a Safety Meeting with all the personnel involved in the project and Power Plant Personnel prior to starting the project. In addition, daily safety meetings shall be conducted at the start of each workday.

2.2 Clean-Up and Disposal of Waste Materials

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for the cleanup and disposal of waste materials and rubbish from the site, field office(s), and staging area(s).

B. The disposal of waste materials and rubbish shall be in accordance with applicable Federal, state, and local laws and regulations and with the requirements in this Contract. Should a conflict exist in the requirements for cleanup and disposal of waste materials, the most stringent requirements shall apply.

1. All waste unless otherwise noted in these specifications shall be disposed of at a licensed landfill or waste disposal facility.

2. Recyclables

a. The Contractor shall dispose of recyclable and reusable products through waste disposal only as a last option.

b. Scrap metal shall be donated or sold to scrap dealers or recycle centers whenever possible.

C. No excess materials shall be deposited within Government property, unless compliance confirmed by the Government.

D. The Contractor shall maintain work and storage areas free from accumulations of waste materials and rubbish and before completing the work, shall remove all temporary facilities, including, buildings, unused materials, concrete forms, and other like materials, which are not a part of the permanent work.

2.3 Warranty

A. The Contractor shall warrant that work performed under this PWS conforms to the Contract requirements and is free of any defect in equipment, material, or workmanship performed by the Contractor or any subcontractor or supplier at any tier for a period of at least one (1) year from project acceptance.

1. The Contractor is responsible for providing warranties on items when the manufacturer's warranty is less than the time indicated in Paragraph 2.3B or when the manufacturer's warranty does not cover full repair and/or replacement as appropriate.

B. The Contractor shall obtain warranties from responsible subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers, within sixty (60) days after completion of the applicable item of work, but no later

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C. Starting date of warranty is date of Government acceptance of the work.

D. A warranty requires that if a warranted item fails to meet Contract requirements, it shall be repaired, replaced, or have other remedial actions taken to bring the item into compliance with the Contract requirements. Any item damaged due to failure or malfunction of item warranted under this Contract shall be repaired or replaced at no cost to the Government.

E. The Contractor shall supply the CO with a telephone number, mailing address, email address, and contact name for the point of contact for any required warranty work.

SECTION 3

EXISTING CONDITIONS

3.1 General

A. The existing 480V Motor Control Centers are MARQ 21 and manufactured by Siemens-Allis.

B. The MCCs contain Siemens-Allis main breakers and Westinghouse molded-case breakers.

C. Existing transfer switches are defective and obsolete.

1. Two (2) switches are dead front Utility to Utility Westinghouse ATSBM30400XK with

Molded Breakers with Over Current Protection.

2. Two (2) switches are dead front Utility to Utility Westinghouse ATSBM30225XK with

Molded Breakers with Over Current Protection.

D. The dimensions of the cabinet section are 20 inches by 20 inches by 90 inches (D20’W20’H90’).

3.2 Government Furnished Utilities

A. The Government will not be furnishing any equipment, material, services or utilities for this project.

3.3 Use of Government Land

A. USIBWC property is available for use as the Contractor's staging and/or storage areas, subject to the approval of the COR. The Contractor shall preserve and protect existing features, trees, and vegetation to the maximum extent practicable.

B. Housing for Contractor personnel will not be permitted on Government land.

3.4 Hazardous Materials

A. The Contractor is responsible for evaluating the existing systems to determine the presence of lead or asbestos-containing materials.

B. The Contractor shall provide a finding report to the COR to include a plan for handling and proper disposal of lead and/or asbestos-containing materials prior to the removal of the existing systems.

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SECTION 4

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Common Product Requirements

A. Materials Certification The Contractor shall submit a materials certification package to COR which contains a checklist and supporting documentation for all materials used on the project. The supporting documentation shall consist of a summary of all documentation practices utilized for material acceptance and explanations of any deficiencies noted on the checklist.

1. Material certifications shall ensure that all items meet the Buy American Act (41 USC 10a -

10d).

B. Source Control

1. The Contractor shall use only materials that meet the Contract requirements.

2. Unless otherwise specified or compliance confirmed, the Contractor shall use new materials for the work. Material can be reused onsite upon written approval of COR.

3. All materials installed shall be free of defects.

4. The Contractor shall secure the Government’s compliance confirmation of the proposed source of materials to be used before their delivery.

C. Quality Control / Quality Assurance of Materials

1. Source Limitations

To the greatest extent possible for each item of work, the Contractor shall provide materials of a singular generic kind from a single source.

2. Compatibility of Options Where more than one choice is available as options for Contractor's selection of a product, material, or equipment, the Contractor shall select an option which is compatible with other products, materials, or equipment. Compatibility is a basic general requirement of product, material, and equipment selections.

3. Field Measurements Verify field measurements, lines, grades, locations, and details at the jobsite prior to fabrication. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to conform to and satisfy actual field conditions, for accuracy of dimensions, proper fit, and for adequacy of use intended.

4. The Contractor shall correct or remove materials that fail to meet Contract requirements or that do not produce satisfactory results. The Contractor shall reimburse the Government for cost incurred if additional quality assurance sampling and testing is required by a change of source.

5. Materials not meeting Contract requirements will be rejected, unless the Government approves corrective actions in writing. Upon rejection, the Contractor shall immediately remove and replace rejected materials. Should the Contractor fail to comply with the removal of rejected materials, the Government may remove and replace defective material and the cost of testing, removal, and replacement will be deducted from the Contractor’s final payment.

D. Hazardous Materials The Contractor shall use materials that are free of hazardous materials. The Contractor shall notify the Government immediately when a visual observation or odor indicates that materials in required

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E. Surplus Materials

1. The Contractor shall take ownership of surplus materials unless otherwise indicated in the

Contract documents.

2. The Contractor shall remove and dispose of materials in accordance with Paragraph 2.27 of this PWS. If requested or otherwise noted in these specifications, the Contractor shall provide an appropriate level of documentation to verify proper disposal.

F. Storage and Protection

1. Designate receiving/storage areas for incoming products so that they are delivered according to installation schedule and placed convenient to work area to minimize waste due to excessive materials handling and misapplication.

2. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

3. Store with seals and labels intact and legible.

4. Prevent contact with material that may cause corrosion, discoloration, or staining.

5. Provide equipment and personnel to store products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

6. The Contractor shall store and handle materials to preserve their quality and fitness for the work and shall store materials so that they can be easily inspected and retested. When required by the Government, the Contractor shall protect the material with cover, on wooden platforms, or on other hard, clean surfaces as necessary.

SECTION 5

DELIVERABLES

5.1 General

A. Deliverables include, but are not limited to:

1. Project Schedule

a. Project Schedule is to be delivered to COR within seven (7) Calendar Days of contract award.

2. Licenses and Certifications

a. The Contractor shall submit all Licenses and Certifications required to perform this project specified in this PWS.

3. Replacement of Automatic Transfer Switches MCC1 through MCC4

a. All maintenance procedures and material required to perform this project shall be approved by Power Plant Superintendent and Power Plant Electrical Engineer prior to performing this project.

4. Maintenance Procedure Plan

a. The Contractor shall provide a procedure to perform this PWS without disturbing power plant daily operations by temporary power to the MCC working on.

5. Material and equipment certifications

6. Safety documents

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7. Warranty

SECTION 6

PROJECT COORDINATION & ADMINISTRATION

6.1 General

A. The Contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, labor, and services required by this Performance Work Statement to perform the work for the Contract sum and within the Contract period of performance.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all its suppliers, manufactures and subcontractors have reviewed all applicable documents relative to their work. The Contractor shall provide all labor, material, equipment, and services not provided by the Contractor’s suppliers, manufacturers, fabricators, and/or subcontractors.

6.2 Security

The Contractor is responsible for securing the work site, equipment, and materials from vandalism and theft.

6.3 Safety

A. The Contractor is solely responsible for worksite safety while performing work or inspections on Government property. The Contractor shall implement a safety program that protects the lives and health of personnel in the project area, prevents damage to property, and avoids work interruptions.

B. The Contractor is responsible for being cognizant of and ensuring compliance with the requirements set forth. Such responsibility shall apply to both the Contractor’s operations and those of the Contractor’s subcontractors.

C. The Contractor shall comply with all provisions of all applicable regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 29 CFR 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards, and 29 CFR 1926, Construction Standards.

1. The OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CFR 1926 can be accessed at http://www.osha.gov or http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/.

D. The Contractor’s personnel shall be required to use appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to hard hats, safety goggles, welding shields, face shields, protective footwear, protective gloves, and hearing protection.

E. The Contractor shall perform daily housekeeping. The Government will not provide trash dumpsters.

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SECTION 7

PROJECT MEETINGS

7.1 General

A. The Contractor, the COR, or the CO may schedule project meetings at any time.

B. When USIBWC schedules a meeting, the COR shall inform participants and others involved and individuals whose presence is required, of date and time of each meeting. The COR shall prepare the meeting agenda and distribute to all invited attendees.

C. When the Contractor schedules a meeting, the Contractor shall inform participants and others involved and individuals whose presence is required, of date and time of each meeting. The Contractor shall prepare the meeting agenda and distribute to all invited attendees.

D. The following meetings are anticipated, and the Contractor shall identify them in the Schedule:

1. Kickoff Meeting

2. Progress Meetings

7.2 Kickoff Meeting

A. After award of the Contract, the COR will coordinate with the Contractor to schedule a Kickoff Meeting. The meeting shall take place prior to the beginning of any Contract work.

B. The purpose of the meeting is to introduce project personnel and to review responsibilities and procedures.

C. The Contractor shall reach an understanding with the Government regarding the project requirements as stated is this Performance Work Statement. This understanding shall be documented in writing and approved by the CO after the Kickoff Meeting.

D. Attendees include, but are not limited to:

1. Contractor's Project Manager

2. CO

3. COR

4. Amistad Power Plant Representative

5. It is recommended that Contractor's engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other concerned parties also attend the conference. The Contractor may invite anyone they wish to this meeting.

6. All participants at the conference shall be familiar with the project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the work.

E. Agenda Discussion of items of significance that could affect the work and project, including the following:

1. Introduction/designation of key personnel and their duties.

2. Review of the current phasing, critical work sequencing, and long-lead items.

3. Review of minimum project requirements.

4. Review of procedures for handling and processing modifications, RFIs, deliverables, and applications for payment.

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5. Preparation of deliverable documents.

6. Use of site.

7. Work restrictions.

8. USIBWC and other's occupancy requirements.

9. Safety and first aid.

10. Security.

11. Maintenance of project site.

12. Working hours.

F. Meeting Minutes The COR will record the discussions of the meeting and distribute the minutes to all attendees for review prior to finalizing.

7.3 Progress Meetings

A. If needed, the COR will schedule progress meetings once the Contractor has mobilized onsite. The COR will conduct and issue minutes of the meetings. Meeting minutes will become official Contract correspondence.

B. The Government may call other meetings on an "as needed" basis.

C. The purpose of these meetings shall be to analyze the progress of the work, resolve conflicts, and in general coordinate the operation of all organizations active at the project site.

SECTION 8

PROJECT SCHEDULE

8.1 Description / Purpose

A. The Contractor shall prepare a project schedule which shall reflect completion of all work under this Performance Work Statement.

B. Project schedule submittal shall include an electronic pdf file.

1. All abbreviations shall be defined.

2. Each project schedule shall show a revision date.

C. Baseline Schedule Preparation Prepare a list of all activities required to complete the work. The baseline schedule shall include all planned work activities and sequences and show Contract completion within the number of calendar days specified in the Contract.

a. Activities Prepare a list of all activities required to complete the work. Indicate the estimated duration, sequence requirements, and relationship of each activity in relation to other activities.

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b. Time Frame Proposed duration assigned to each activity shall be the Contractor's best estimate of time required to complete the activity considering the scope and resources planned for the activity.

SECTION 9

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

9.1 Contractor's Responsibility

A. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to perform work in compliance with all applicable requirements of federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, ordinances, and standards, including, but not limited to, those outlined in 9.4 below.

B. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to acquire copies of all applicable codes, regulations, and standards for ready reference.

C. In instances where requirements are in conflict, the stricter standard shall apply.

D. All inspections, observations, or tests required for code compliance are the responsibility of the Contractor.

9.2 Permits

A. Prior to the beginning of work, the Contractor shall be responsible for researching, coordinating, obtaining, and paying all applicable fees for all permits required by Federal, state, and local entities.

The Government is not responsible for any existing or newly introduced permits required before, during and/or after work on of this project.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for and shall give and maintain all notices required by applicable regulations, laws, or permitting authorities pertaining to work on of this project.

9.3 Dates

A. For all related standards and regulatory requirements in this document, the version, edition, or year shown indicates the governing version.

B. All Public Laws, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Executive Orders (EOs), Management Policies, Government Directives, Government Standards, refer to the original document as well as any subsequent amendments, corrections, and/or additions.

1. The latest amendments, corrections and additions are to be assumed applicable in the same way as the document itself.

2. The version in effect as of the issuing date of the Solicitation for this project governs unless the law, regulation, order, policy, directive, or standard is updated with a retroactive clause.

9.4 Summary of Regulatory Documents and Agencies

Regulatory requirements applicable to this project include, but is not limited to, the items listed below.

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A. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

1. 2017 National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)

B. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

1. NFPA 70-2017 Standard for Electrical Safety in the workplace (also known as the National

Electrical Code [NEC]), with Errata through 70-17-4 and TIA through 17-4

C. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

1. Occupational Safety and Health Standards (29 CFR 1910)

a. https://www.osha.gov/law-regs.html

2. Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926)

a. https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owasrch.search_form?p_doc_type=STANDARDS& p_toc_level=1&p_keyvalue=Construction

D. Public Laws and Acts:

All Public Laws and Acts can be found at http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/

1. Buy American Act [41 USC 10a - 10d]

2. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) [42 USC 4321-4347]

3. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

4. Solid Waste Disposal Act

5. Toxic Substance Control Act

E. State of Texas

1. Texas Engineering Practice Act and Rules Concerning the Practice of Engineering and

Professional Engineering Licensure

a. http://www.tbpe.state.tx.us/downloads/law&rules.pdf

SECTION 10

MEASUREMENTS AND PAYMENTS

10.1 USIBWC Payment Processing

A. The Contractor shall submit an electronic copy of their invoice to USIBWC's Finance and Accounting Division (FAD) via invoices@ibwc.gov. The Contractor's invoice is not officially received by the Government until USIBWC-FAD receives and date stamps the invoice.

1. A copy of the invoice shall be emailed to the CO and COR concurrently with emailing the invoice to FAD.

B. The invoice for this Contract shall not be combined with any other work or other Contracts; it shall be for this Contract only.

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1.10 Department of Homeland Security

D. The dimensions of the cabinet section are 20 inches by 20 inches by 90 inches (D20’W20’H90’).

F. Meeting Minutes