RFP-10-0004 IDIQ FTWR1.DOC

RFP-10-0004

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SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES OR SERVICES QTY UI PRICE AMOUNT

Master Contract: Contractor to provide, labor, materials, tools, management, supervision and equipment as required for various construction projects at the Western Currency Facility located in Fort Worth, Texas

Prices to be determined per task order Services shall be performed in accordance with the Statement of Work/Specifications, and Drawings in all Task Orders awarded.

All IDIQ contractors will be provided a fair opportunity to be considered for subsequent task order work. Task orders will be competed and awarded among the IDIQ Contractors that are awarded contracts off of this solicitation. Projects will be distributed among the IDIQ Contractors. Payment for task orders will be based on each individual task order’s total price submitted by IDIQ Contractors for each individual task order. (Should one of the IDIQ Contractors be unable to competitively secure a task order to meet the minimum guarantee, the Government reserves the right to negotiate a task order with only that offeror.)

Failure of any IDIQ Contractor to actively participate when requested to submit an offer/bid on a task order, may result in the Government determining not to award an additional option period to that contractor and thus resulting in that contractor not receiving their minimum guarantee.

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DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF WORK:

C.1.1. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) requires general construction Contractors to provide labor, materials, tools, management, supervision, and equipment as required for the completion of various construction projects at the facility located at 9000 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76131.

C.1.2. The contractor shall provide general construction services for each task order awarded for various projects. The contractor will be furnished specifications and construction drawings for the execution of work involved with each task order.

C.1.3. Construction work required by the contractor will involve all trades normally utilized in construction, to include but not limited to, installation and movement of heavy equipment, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, masonry, carpentry, sheet metal, and painting. Some task orders may require concrete, steel erection, ceramic tile, carpet, sprinkler or fire alarm device installation, and programming.

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C.2 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

C.2.1 The following is a list of projects contemplated for the fiscal years 2010 through 2015. The projects included on this list are not guaranteed for award against this contract:

· Installation of industrial equipment including a complete plating line, fume scrubbers, and centrifugal chillers.

· Extension of utilities to future production and production support equipment.

· General construction including concrete foundation work, masonry wall construction, structural steel work, architectural finishes for an industrial area, and MEP work for industrial areas.

· Office remodels including drywall, finishes, carpeting, suspended ceilings and MEP work for office occupancy.

· A multi level paper storage racking system for the storage and retrieval of 20,000 sheet loads of paper.

· HVAC projects including replacement of equipment, upgrades in controls and energy conservation projects.

· Fire alarm upgrades to modernize the existing fire alarm system.

· Installation of a security mail handling facility to handle incoming mail that may be contaminated.

· Renovation and expansion of the food service facility.

· Preventative maintenance on the exterior of the building including waterproofing and painting.

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C.3 CONTRACT AWARD:

It is the intent of the Government to make multiple awards (a minimum of four (4)) Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Each Contractor is guaranteed a minimum award amount of $1,000.00, to be paid at least once over the life of the contract. The life of the contract includes the base period and all option periods exercised.

The minimum guarantee shall be payable only if a participating contractor, while complying with the terms and conditions of the contract, is awarded no task orders during the performance periods of their contract. The minimum guarantee will be considered satisfied when a task order(s) are issued to a contractor totaling at least $1,000.00. The maximum task order amount to be issued against this contract, per contractor, is $3 million for the base contract period and $3 million for each option year award per the clause at FAR 52.216-19, Ordering Limitations.

C.4 CONTRACT TYPE:

This is an indefinite quantity indefinite delivery contract. There are no fixed contract prices associated with this master contract. All prices shall be determined by each task order. The actual amount of work to be performed and the time for completion shall be determined by the Contracting Officer who shall issue written task orders to the Contractor for construction services.

C.5 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

The base contract period shall be for one (1) year with an option to extend the term of the contract for additional years, in accordance with FAR Clause 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (MAR 2000). The total duration of the base and option years shall not exceed five (5) years.

C.6 BONDING REQUIREMENTS FOR TASK ORDERS:

Within ten (10) calendar days after notice of award of a task order in excess of $25,000.00 but less than $100,000.00, the Contractor shall provide payment protections in the form of a payment bond or an irrevocable letter of credit (ILC). For task orders awarded in excess of $100,000.00, the Contractor shall furnish a Performance Bond, SF 25 and a Payment Bond, SF 25A. The Performance Bond shall be in the penal sum equal to 100% of the total amount of the task order. The Payment Bond shall be in the penal sum equal to 100% of the total amount of the task order in accordance with the clause at 52.228-15, Performance and Payment Bonds—Construction (NOV 2006).

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C.7 COMMENCEMENT OF WORK:

No work under this contract shall commence a task order is issued by the Contracting Officer, either in writing or orally. Oral orders will be confirmed by the issuance of a written Task Order within five (5) calendar days.

C.8 PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS:

At the conclusion of each task order, a Contractor performance evaluation will be completed by the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR). The evaluation will consider all aspects of the Contractor’s performance. Contractors performing less than satisfactory will be provided an opportunity to discuss the evaluation. The performance evaluations will have an impact on the award of future task orders.

C.9 TASK ORDER ISSUANCE PROCEDURES:

The Government reserves the right to solicit Task Orders competitively among all task order contractors or negotiated on a sole source basis at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Contractors that have reached the maximum yearly amount of $3 million will not be considered for future task orders during that current year contract award period.

Contractors that receive an overall unsatisfactory performance evaluation from a previous task order may be eliminated from consideration of future task orders.

Task orders shall be firm fixed-price and clearly define the specific services to be performed or the performance desired. Each order shall contain applicable clauses and provisions including applicable Davis Bacon wage decisions.

C.10 GENERAL:

When the Government requires work under this contract a Task Order will be issued to those Contractors with an IDIQ contract.

All task order contractors are required to submit a proposal/sealed bid for all task order requests received from the Government. However, in the event a Contractor is unable to submit a proposal/bid on a particular task order, the Contractor is required to notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, within five (5) calendar days from receipt of the Task Order request.

Competition for Task Orders will be limited to those Contractors awarded a Task Order contract. All Contractors will be given a fair opportunity to be considered for each Task Order. Upon determining the need to issue a Task Order, all Contractors will be considered equally against the stated criteria.

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DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

Written deliverables and copies of all correspondence requiring a signature shall be sent to the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) and the Contracting Officer (CO). Additional reporting requirements will be found in the specifications for each individual Task Order.

Task Orders will be firm fixed price with a specific completion date or performance period and clearly define the specific statement of work to be performed or the performance desired. All Task Orders are subject to the terms and conditions of the basic IDIQ contracts. The Government reserves the right to incorporate additional clauses or special contract requirements, as appropriate, into individual Task Orders.

Task Order projects may be non-complex performance oriented tasks requiring minimal design, may be complex construction requiring design development for construction, or a combination thereof.

Each proposed Task Order will indicate the detail of pricing information to be provided.

No plans and specifications will be included in the basic MACCs. Specifications will be included with each individual task order issued. Work shall be accomplished in accordance with specifications provided to the Contractor.

Any applicable drawings that accompany a Task Orders will be considered to be a part of the scope of work.

Any Government property to be used for any given Task Order shall be addressed in the Task Order requested for proposal.

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PACKAGING AND MARKING

D-1 PAYMENT OF POSTAGE AND FEES

All postage and fees related to submitting information including forms, reports, submittals, etc., to the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer's Representative (COTR) shall be paid by the Contractor.

D-2 PACKAGING AND MARKING

(a) All information submitted to the Contacting Officer or the COTR shall clearly indicate the contract number and/or purchase order number for which the information is being submitted.

(b) All containers shall be plainly marked on or adjacent to the exterior shipping label to show the contract number, purchase order number (if any), description of contents, and contractor's name.

SECTION E

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E-1 CONTRACTOR MONITORING RESPONSIBILITY

Notwithstanding FAR 52.246-12, Inspection of Construction, the contractor is responsible for periodic and day-to-day inspection and monitoring of all work performed to ensure compliance with the contract requirements. The contractor shall note any deficiencies found and corrective action taken and document his corresponding file as to the outcome.

E-2 FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address (es):www.arnet.gov

CLAUSE

TITLE AND DATE

52.246-12

Inspection of Construction

(AUG 1996)

SECTION F

DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F-1 WORK HOURS

Work as described under this contract shall be accomplished during Normal Working Hours, which are defined as 6:30 am to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise specifically required by the task order and authorized by the Contracting Officer.

F-2 PERIOD OF CONTRACT

(a) Master contract:

The base contract period for this Master contract is one (1) year from date of award with an option to extend the term of the contract for four (4) additional years in accordance with the clause at 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract. The total duration of the base and option years shall not exceed five (5) years.

(b) Task orders:

The Contractor shall comply with the performance period stated in each task order per the clause at 52.211-10, Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work.

F-3 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Work shall be performed at the following location:

Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Western Currency Facility

9000 Blue Mound Road

Fort Worth, Texas 76131-3304 Arrange deliveries of products in accordance with construction schedules. Coordinate to avoid conflict with work and conditions at the site.

Deliver products in undamaged condition, in manufacturer’s original containers or packaging, with identifying labels intact and legible.

Immediately on delivery, inspect shipments to assure compliance with requirements of contract documents and approved submittals, and that products are properly protected and undamaged.

Construction deliveries will be permitted 8:00AM to 2:00PM, Monday through Friday, provided parking and other BEP activities are not disrupted. When the COTR determines the deliveries will be disruptive, deliveries must be scheduled during the weekend hours. All deliveries must be scheduled with the COTR a minimum of 48 hours in advance of the delivery.

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F-4 LEGAL HOLIDAYS

The following legal holidays are observed by this Government Agency:

New Year's Day

January 1st

Martin Luther King's Birthday

Third Monday in January

Presidents Day

Third Monday in February

Memorial Day

Last Monday in May

Independence Day

July 4th

Labor Day

First Monday in September

Columbus Day

Second Monday in October

Veterans Day

November 11th

Thanksgiving Day

4th Thursday in November

Christmas Day

December 25th

Inauguration Day

January 20th

F-5 BUREAU SHUTDOWN

All Bureau and contractor activities are typically shutdown at the end of each calendar year. During the life of this contract the contractor may be required to work at the Western Currency Facility during the Bureau's year-end shutdown (which normally occurs between December 25 and January 2). Refer to the task order for specific dates. If the contractor is required to work during shutdown, the contractor shall be specifically authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative. Deliveries are not accepted during Year End Shutdown except when specifically scheduled and approved in advance.

F-6 SCHEDULES:

(A) Work Schedule:

(1) Preliminary schedule: Within ten (10) calendar days after award of a task order, the Contractor shall submit a preliminary work schedule. The schedule shall account for all divisions of work identified in the task order specifications and drawings. The schedule shall clearly show the completion date and any milestones outlined in the specifications. When requested by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall make corrections or adjustments, as necessary and re-submit the schedule. The notice-to- proceed shall not be issued until this condition has been met or otherwise waived by the Contracting Officer.

(2) Construction Work Schedule: Within ten (10) calendar days after issuance of the Notice-to-Proceed, the Contractor shall submit a construction schedule to the Contracting Officer for approval. The schedule shall account for all divisions of work identified in the task order specifications and drawings.

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The schedule shall clearly show the completion date and any milestones outlined in the specifications. The contractor shall also ensure that the schedule is updated regularly or as specified.

The contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer at monthly intervals a report of the actual progress. Computer generated schedules such as Microsoft Project is strongly recommended.

(B) Submittal Schedule:

Within ten (10) calendar days after award of a task order, the Contractor shall submit a schedule of shop drawings and manufacture’s specifications to the COTR for approval. The Contractor’s schedule for shop drawings and manufacturer’s information shall identify dates for delivery or specific shop drawings and manufacturer’s information required under each section.

(C) Schedule of Values:

Within ten (10) calendar days after award of a task order, the Contractor shall submit a schedule of values that will be utilized to process monthly invoices. The schedule of values shall detail easily discernible divisions of work required to units such as pounds or square feet.

F-7 SUBMITTALS FOR TASK ORDERS

F.7.1. Shop Drawings. Submit six (6) copies of all shop drawings for the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR). Identify each item submitted using applicable specification section number and paragraph reference or drawing reference.

F.7.2. Material Safety Data Sheets. In accordance with the BEP Policy, material safety data sheets for all chemicals used by the contractor shall be submitted to the COTR for approval prior to on-site use. The contractor shall keep a copy of all approved MSDS on-site.

F.7.3. Request for Outages. At least three (3) weeks prior to the delivery of large equipment, and/or commencement of activities that will impact BEP's day to day operations, such as utility outages, blocking or obstructing access drives, corridors, etc., the contractor shall submit in writing to the COTR, his schedule for this work. If this work will cause an interruption of necessary services, the work shall be conducted during off-hours, weekends, or holidays.

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F-8 FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address (es):www.arnet.gov

TITLE AND DATE REFERENCE

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984) 52.247-35

F.O.B. Destination Within the Consignee's Premises (APR 1984)

SECTION G

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G-1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

(a) This contract will be administered by:

Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Office of Acquisition

14th and C Streets, S.W., Room 708-A

Washington, DC 20228-0001

(b) Written communications shall make reference to the contract number and shall be mailed to the above address.

The Contracting Officer shall assign a Contrating Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) for each task order. The COTR will be identified to the Contractor for each task order. The following clause shall apply to each task order:

G-2 1052.201-70 CONTRACTING OFFICER'S TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE (COTR) DESIGNATION AND AUTHORITY (APR 2004)

(a) The contracting officer's technical representative is.

NAME:

Name to be provided at award of task order

ADDRESS:

to be provided at award of task order

PHONE:

to be provided at award of task order

(b) Performance of work under this contract must be subject to the technical direction of the COTR identified above, or a representative designated in writing. The term “technical direction “ includes, without limitation, direction to the contractor that directs or redirects the labor effort, shifts the work between work areas or locations, fills in details and otherwise serves to ensure that tasks outlined in the work statement are accomplished satisfactorily.

(c) Technical direction must be within the scope of the specification(s)/work statement. The COTR does not have authority to issue technical direction that:

(1) constitutes a change of assignment or additional work outside the specification(s) work statement;

(2) constitutes a change as defined in the clause entitled “Changes”;

(3) in any manner causes an increase or decrease in the contract price, or the time required for contract performance;

(4) changes any of the terms, conditions, or specification(s)/work statement of the contract;

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(6) directs, supervises or otherwise controls the actions of the contractor’s employees.

(d) Technical direction may be oral or in writing. The COTR shall confirm oral direction in writing within five (5) workdays, with a copy to the contracting officer.

(e) The contractor shall proceed promptly with performance resulting from the technical direction issued by the COTR. If, in the opinion of the contractor, any direction of the COTR, or his/her designee, falls within the limitations in (c), above, the contractor shall immediately notify the contracting officer no later than the beginning of the next Government work day.

(f) Failure of the contractor and the contracting officer to agree that technical direction is within the scope of the contract shall be subject to the terms of the clause entitled “Disputes”.

G‑3 ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER

Pursuant to FAR 32.1101, payment shall be made through transfer of electronic funds as provided in FAR 52.232-33, “Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer –Central Contractor Registration”. The Contractor shall complete the ACH Vendor Enrollment Form for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) and forward to the Contract Specialist identified in task order solicitation prior to the submission of the first request for payment.

G-4 INVOICING AND PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS

(a) Invoices shall be submitted in an original and two copies to the following addresses:

Bureau of Engraving and Printing Office of Financial Management

14th and C Streets, SW Room 302-26A

Washington, DC 20228-0001

One (1) copy to:

Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Office of Acquisition Attn: Gordon A. Hackley 14th and C Streets, S.W.

Room 708-A

Washington, D.C. 20228-0001

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One (1) copy to:

Western Currency Facility Office of Operations Support

Attn: TBD 9000 Blue Mound Road Fort Worth, Texas 76112

(b) All invoices shall include the contract number and task order number.

(c) Submission of proper invoices shall be rendered on a percentage complete basis in an amount equal to the value of the work performed.

(d) Each invoice submitted shall be supported by appropriate documentation. Documentation necessary to substantiate an invoice shall include, but is not limited to project name and number, invoice number, percent complete, original contract amount, modification amounts, retainage amount and percent cumulative), cost of materials used this invoice, value of work in place, contractor name, and contract number. In each invoice, clearly note quantities of work performed, and material proportions, material on site, etc., or which payment is requested.

Such documentation shall meet the approval of the Contracting Officer.

G-5 DISCOUNTS

(a) Discounts for early payment may be offered either in the original offer or on individual invoices submitted under the resulting contract, and discounts offered will be taken by the Government if payment is made within the discount period specified.

(b) Discounts that are included in offers become a part of the resulting contract and are binding on the Contractor. Discounts offered only on individual invoices will be binding on the Contractor only for the particular invoice on which the discount is offered.

(c) Discounts for prompt payment will be made in accordance with FAR 52.232.8.

G-6 OBLIGATION OF FUNDS

Funds will be obligated for each task order as awarded.

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SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H-1 USE OF GOVERNMENT FACILITIES ON A NO-CHARGE BASIS

The contractor is authorized to use on a no-charge basis, in the performance of the contract, the Government-owned facilities as identified below:

1.

Bureau Canteen (At the Contractor's Expense)

2.

Rest Rooms

3.

Utility lines

4. Space for storage of materials and equipment as authorized by the Contracting Officer's Technical

Representative.

All hose extension, wiring, etc., required for connection for utility lines shall be furnished by the Contractor.

H-2 SECURITY CLEARANCE OF CONTRACTOR'S EMPLOYEES

The Government will, for the purpose of site access control, operate an entry control point. Members of the Contractor's organization including subcontractors and suppliers will be required to show photographic identification to enter the site or will be denied entrance until clearance is granted by the Contracting Officer. The Government's operation of an entry control point does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility for the security and control of his own site equipment, material and personnel.

All contractor personnel must stop each day at the Entry Control Point (Processing Center) to receive an "Escorted Visitor Badge" which must be worn at all times while at the facility. The contractor personnel will then proceed to the building and will sign a "Visitor's Register" and will be escorted at all times while inside the building. Escorts will be provided by the BEP by prior arrangement by scheduling work no less than two working days in advance. Contract personnel who presently have BEP picture access badges may not be required to meet all of the requirements of this paragraph, and may enter and leave the facility as directed.

Any contractor personnel who will be on site more than 10 calendar days must complete security packets prior to the beginning of that individual's work on site. The contractor will be furnished BEP Form 1767 (Request for Clearance) necessary for listing each employee scheduled to work in the building. Forms in the security packet include Applicant Interview Record, Authority for Release of Information (two original copies), parts of Federal Form SF171 and Fingerprint Card. Fingerprints will be taken by BEP personnel at the site.

BEP has the right to deny access to the facility to anyone who is determined to be unsuitable for access to the facility. The determination of unsuitable does not reflect on the individual's suitability for employment, only access to the facility.

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All operators of motor vehicles shall have a current State Driver's License on his or her person while operating a motor vehicle on the premises of the Western Currency Facility.

Packages: All packages carried by persons entering or leaving the Bureau must be opened for inspection by the uniformed officer. Personal packages may not be brought into the Bureau (except lunches, work clothing, and equipment necessary for work). Unauthorized removal of Government property is punishable by law. Contractor property may be removed only with a BEP Form 8406, Property Removal Permit, signed by authorized Bureau officials.

Escort: All contractor personnel (except when issued a red-striped badge) must be escorted at all times while on Bureau premises. Under unusual circumstances an escort may be provided by a uniformed officer or other authorized Bureau personnel.

Red-Striped Badge: Contractor personnel issued red-striped badge may proceed without Bureau employee escort in corridors, warehouse areas, etc., except security areas where entry is controlled by a police check point, or other areas where securities are processed. Personnel issued red-striped badges may not escort visitors.

H-3 NOTICE TO THE GOVERNMENT OF DELAYS

In the event the contractor encounters difficulty in meeting performance requirements, or when the contractor anticipates difficulty in complying with the contract delivery schedule or date, or whenever the contractor has knowledge that any actual or potential situation is delaying or threatens to delay the timely performance of this contract, the contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer and the COTR, in writing, giving pertinent details.

H-4 ADVERTISING OF AWARD

The contractor agrees not to refer to awards in commercial advertising in such a manner as to state or imply that the product or service provided is endorsed or preferred by the Federal Government, or is considered by the Government to be superior to other products or services. Advertisements, press releases, and publicity of a contract by a contractor shall not be made without the prior express written permission of the Contracting Officer.

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H-5 INTERPRETATION OF CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

If the Contractor finds clarification necessary with respect to the scope of services to be performed or manner in which the services are to be performed hereunder, he shall request in writing such clarification from the Contracting Officer. No interpretation of any provision of this contract, including applicable specifications, shall be binding on the Government unless furnished or agreed to in writing by the Contracting Officer.

H-6 STANDARD COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

The Contractor agrees that the supplies or services furnished under this contract shall be covered by the most favorable commercial warranties the contractor gives to any customer for such supplies or services and that the rights and remedies provided therein are in addition to and do not limit any rights and remedies provided to the Government by any other clause of this contract.

H-7 PERMITS AND LICENSES -- GENERAL

In the performance of work hereunder, the contractor shall obtain and maintain in effect all necessary permits and licenses required by Federal, States, or local government, or subdivision thereof, or of any other duly constituted regulatory authority.

Permits and licenses shall include but are not limited to those required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration General Industry Standards 29 CFR 1910 and ISGA and SARA Worker and Community Right-To-Know /Regulations. The Contractor shall comply with all laws and regulations applicable to the work to be performed hereunder and shall insure that its sub-contractors are in compliance as well.

H-8 SUPERVISION OF CONTRACTOR'S EMPLOYEES

(a) Personnel assigned to render services under this contract shall at all times be employees of the Contractor and under the direction and control of the Contractor. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this contract, the Contractor shall at all times be responsible for the supervision of its employees in the performance of the services required hereunder.

(b) During all times on Government premises, the contractor's personnel shall comply with the rules and regulations governing conduct of personnel and operation of the facility.

(c) If the contractor plans to employ any Non-English speaking personnel, he shall provide an on-site bi-lingual supervisor to serve as an interpreter.

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(d) Contractor personnel shall not at any time during the contract period be employees of the U.S. Government.

H-9 WORKING FILES

The Contractor shall maintain accurate working files on all work documentation including calculations, assumptions, interpretations of regulations, sources of information, and other raw data required in the performance of the contract. The Contractor shall provide the information contained in its working files upon request of the Contracting Officer.

H-10 NON-PAYMENT FOR ADDITIONAL WORK

Any additional services or a change to work specified which may be performed by the contractor, either at his own volition or at the request of an individual other than a duly appointed Contracting Officer except as may be explicitly authorized in the contract order, are not authorized and will not be paid for by BEP. Only a duly appointed Contracting Officer is authorized to change the specifications, terms and conditions in this contract.

H-11 INDEMNIFICATION

The Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Department of the Treasury, and its officers, agents, representatives, and employees from all claims, loss, damage, actions, causes of action, expense and/or liability resulting from, brought for, or on account of any personal injury or property damage received or sustained by any person, or property growing out of, occurring or attributable to any work performed under or related to this contract caused by its wrongful acts or negligence.

H-12 ACCESS TO GOVERNMENT FACILITIES

During the life of the contract, the rights of the ingress and egress to and from the Government facility for the contractor's employees shall be made available as required. During all operations on Government premises, the contractor's employees shall comply with the rules and regulations governing the conduct of personnel and the operation of the facility. The Government reserves the right to require the contractor's employees to sign in upon ingress and sign out upon egress to and from the Government facility.

H-13 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The contractor shall be responsible for all damages to persons or property that occurs as a result of his fault or negligence. The contractor shall take proper safety and health precautions to protect the work, the workers, the public, and property of others. The

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contractor shall also be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the service.

The contractor is responsible for the safety and health of their personnel and shall comply with OSHA rules and regulations while working on Bureau premises. The Office of Safety and Health Management (OSHM) may monitor the activities of the contractor during the project.

The contractor shall provide personal protective equipment (PPE) for personnel entering areas of the Bureau where such (PPE) is required, such as the use of safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, safety glasses, etc. In addition, the Bureau is a Non-Smoking building, which policy will be strictly enforced.

The contractor conducting welding or burning operations will report to the COTR before starting the operation so that he/she can notify the OSHM to obtain approval. OSHM expects the contractor to follow safe welding and burning procedures.

This includes maintaining a proper fire watch, removing or shielding all flammable and combustible materials, and shielding the actual process to contain sparks and electrical arc from other persons in the area.

The Bureau will not permit gasoline and diesel powered equipment within the BEP Buildings.

The Bureau requires contractors to provide their own fire extinguishers. In the event the contractor uses a fire extinguisher, it should report the use to OSHM immediately so the extinguisher can be replaced.

In the event the contractor encounters asbestos or a substance he or she believes to be asbestos during work in the Bureau, the contractor must stop work immediately and report the findings to the COTR. The COTR must notify the OSHM, which will determine if the substance is asbestos-containing materials (ACM). All identified ACM has been labeled, with the exception of vinyl asbestos floor tile and transit cement wallboard. This labeling is either in the form of the letters “ACM” in red paint or simply a Red Painted Dot on surfaces to small for proper stenciling. It is not the contractor’s responsibility to abate asbestos. This effort will be coordinated thought the Bureau’s Asbestos Abatement Contractor through OSHM prior to demolition. Should the suspected ACM be encountered during demolition, the COTR should be contacted immediately, who will in turn contact OSHM.

The contractor shall take precautions to eliminate or reduce employee exposure to toxic substances, excessive noise, dust or other conditions that may result from the contractor’s work. In the event the contractor cannot reduce the exposure, the COTR may require the rescheduling of work during a time when the area is not fully operating.

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H.14 PROJECT MEETINGS FOR TASK ORDERS

H.14.1. Each week the contractor shall hold a progress meeting to review progress to date and to resolve all questions for the upcoming week. The progress meeting shall include at a minimum, the Contract Specialist administering the project, The project manager representing the Contractor, the COTR and the Bureau inspector. Technical supervisor (foreman), sub-contractors, suppliers, etc. shall attend when requested by the Contracting Officer. The meeting shall be same day, time, and place each week. Include meeting agenda with notification.

H.14.2. Meeting Minutes - The contractor shall take minutes of all meetings held relative to this project. The format must be acceptable to the Contracting Officer (CO). Minutes must include the meeting date and time; agenda; meeting location; list of participants with their affiliations, addresses and telephone numbers; be fully descriptive of issues, problems and decisions made; and action items with names of responsible parties and deadlines. In addition, the minutes must include, as attachments, all exhibits and references distributed as handout materials, unless the materials are part of a formal submission. The contractor shall provide, via facsimile transmission, complete copies of all minutes to CO and all attendees within 48 hours of the meeting. All challenges to the minutes will be reflected in a revised version prepared by the contractor. Copies of updated minutes shall be distributed to the CO and all attendees within 24 hours after change notice.

H.15 CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS

H.15.1. Government telephone facilities at BEP will not be made available to the contractor. Any request for contractor telephone service will be made through the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, with the contractor assuming all costs incurred.

H.15.2. Provide security services and systems such as to achieve 24-hour, 7-day per week protection from theft, vandalism, personal injury, and property damage. Coordinate with the government's security programs; the government may prefer to expand existing programs and facilities to cover construction, operations, in which case the contractor will be informed of these requirements and each entity's responsibilities thereof. Provisions shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

a. Provide a project security program to protect work, stored products, and construction equipment.

b. Protect owner's operations at the site from theft, vandalism, or damage from the contractor's work or employees.

c. Comply with security requirements of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing security department.

d. The contractor shall coordinate with the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to ensure against unauthorized entrance at all times.

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e. Maintain security programs throughout the construction period, until the owner acceptance precludes the need for contractor security.

H.15.3. Entrance Control:

a. Require display of the bureau issued badge by each person. Badges shall be worn above the waist. Maintain a log of all visitors.

b. The owner shall control deliveries and vehicles related to his own operations.

c. Cameras shall not be permitted; on, in, or near the project site and no photograph of any kind shall be taken.

d. Ensure that dust is held to an absolute minimum during all portions of the work.

H.15.4. Material and equipment incorporated into the work:

a. Conform to applicable specifications and standards.

b.Comply with size, make, type, and quality specified, or as specifically approved in writing by the contracting officer.

H.15.5 Manufactured and fabricated products:

a. Design, fabricate, and assemble in accordance with the best engineering and shop practices.

b. Manufacture like parts of duplicate units to standard sizes and gages, to be interchangeable.

c. Two or more items of the same kind shall be identical, by the same manufacturer.

d. Products shall be suitable for service conditions.

e. Equipment capacities, sizes, and dimensions shown or specified shall be adhered to unless variations are specifically approved in writing.

H.15.6. Do not use material or equipment for any purpose other than that for which it is designed or is specified.

H.15.7. Except as specifically indicated or specified, materials and equipment removed from the existing structure shall not be used in the completed work.

H.15.8. When contract documents require that installation of work shall comply with manufacturer's printed instructions, obtain and distribute copies of such instructions to parties involved in the installation, including two copies to the contracting officer.

a. Maintain one set of complete instructions at the job site during installation and until completion.

b. Handle, install, connect, clean, condition, and adjust products in accordance with such instructions and in conformity with specified requirements.

c. Should job conditions or specified requirements conflict with manufacturer's instructions, consult with the contracting officer for further instructions.

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d. Do not proceed with work without clear instructions. Perform work in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Do not omit any preparatory step or installation procedure unless specifically modified or exempted by contract documents.

H.15.9. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling or damage to products or packaging.

H.15.10. Store products in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible.

H.15.11. Store products subject to damage by the elements in weather-tight enclosures.

H.15.12. Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges required by manufacturer's instructions.

H.15.13. Store fabricated products above the ground, on blocking or skids; prevent soiling or staining; cover products, which are subject to deterioration with impervious sheet coverings; and provide adequate ventilation to avoid condensation.

H.15.14. Store loose granular materials in a well-drained area on solid surfaces to prevent mixing with foreign matter.

H.15.15. Arrange storage in a manner to provide easy access for inspection. Make periodic inspections of stored products to assure that products are maintained under specified conditions and free from damage or deterioration.

H.15.16. Provide substantial coverings as necessary to protect installed products from damage from traffic and subsequent construction operations. Remove when no longer needed.

H.16 CONTRACT CLOSE-OUT OF TASK ORDERS:

H.16.1. In addition to specific requirements of each task order, the following are Contract closeout procedures for all task orders awarded against this contract:

H.16.1.1. Correct all punch list items.

H.16.1.2. Clean all glass; replace all broken glass; remove stains, spots, marks, and dirt; clean hardware; remove paint spots and smears from all surfaces; clean fixtures; wash all concrete and tile; and vacuum the floor.

H.16.1.3. Obtain, assemble, and submit to the owner three manuals containing comprehensive operating and maintenance instructions and parts lists. Each manual shall be self-contained and include information for efficient servicing of equipment supplied and installed under the contract.

H.16.1.4. Operating instructions shall explain maintenance procedures, methods of checking the systems for safe and normal operation, and the recommended procedure for safely stopping and starting the equipment and/or systems.

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H.16.1.5. These requirements shall be fulfilled before any guarantee periods become effective so as to limit the possibility of claims arising from the absence of pertinent information.

H.16.1.6. Spare parts and maintenance materials required by this contract, documents should be delivered to owner as directed by owner.

H.16.1.7. List of manufacturers and suppliers: At the conclusion of the project, the contractor shall furnish the contracting officer with a complete list of subcontractors, manufacturers, and suppliers who participated in the construction or who furnished materials of equipment. The address of each firm shall be included, together with types of materials or work performed.

H.17 LABORATORY SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS FOR TASK ORDERS

The contractor shall ensure that all laboratory sampling and analysis required be conducted by an independent consultant. In all cases the contractor shall also ensure that the samples are picked up directly from the BEP. Some services are part of the construction contract and some services are provided by the BEP. Coordinate all activities of independent testing laboratories with construction activities.

H-18 POSTING AT WORK SITE

Upon commencement of work under this contract, the contractor shall post a conspicuously located sign at the entrance of each work site. The following information is required to be posted:

Name of Prime contractor

Name of Prime contractor's on-site Supervisor

Name of Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR)

Title of Work

H-19 BOND REQUIREMENTS

(a) If the successful offeror/bidder upon acceptance of its offer by the Government within the period specified for acceptance, fails to execute all contractual documents or give a bond(s) as required by the solicitation within the time specified, the Contracting Officer may terminate the contract for default.

(b) Unless otherwise specified the offeror/bidder will, (1) allow 60 calendar days for acceptance of its offer and (2) give bond within 10 calendar days after receipt of the forms by the offerors/bidders.

(c) In the event the contract is terminated for default, the offeror/bidder is liable for any cost of acquiring the work that exceeds the amount of its offer, and the bid guarantee is available to offset the difference.

(d) When required to submit additional bond coverage, the Contractor shall submit a Consent of Surety and Increase of Penalty, SF 1415 in accordance with FAR 28.106-3.

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Performance Bond

The Contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer within ten (10) calendar days after award of each task order a "Performance Bond" (SF-25) for 100% of the amount of the contract.

Payment Bond The Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officer within ten (10) calendar days after award of each task order, a "Payment Bond" (SF-25A), for 100% of the amount of the contract.

H-20 WAGE DETERMINATION

Each task order shall include a wage determination General Decision which shall be applicable to all work awarded against that task order.

H-21 RESTRICTION ON USE OF GOVERNMENT RELATED DATA

(a) The Contractor shall not use or duplicate any contract-related data belonging to or supplied by the BEP, other than in the normal performance or services under this contract or the explicit written direction of the Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO). The Contractor agrees that he will not divulge to any person other than contract personnel or the COTR, of the findings resulting from the work performed herein.

(b) The Contractor shall return all materials and work papers collected to perform the analysis upon completion of the contract to the COTR. No copies are to be retained under any circumstances by the Contractor.

H-22 INCIDENCES

If there are any incidences of fire, accidents, or release of hazardous materials/wastes affecting personnel or the Plant, the Contractor shall follow and carry out the guidance, requirements and agreements that may be entered into with local fire, safety, environmental, or health officials. The Contractor shall provide or assist in the preparation of reports and investigations of incidences.

The Bureau requires the contractor to report all accidents/incidents that occur on Bureau premises requiring his/her employee to see a doctor or results in property damage more than $300. The contractor should report the accident/injury to the COTR who is responsible for notifying the Safety and Health Management Division. All fires should be reported to the appropriate Police Operations Center either by the contractor, the COTR, or the Construction Coordinator.

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H-23 PERFORMANCE OF WORK

The contractor shall proceed diligently with the performance of the work, pending resolution of any request for relief, claim, appeal, or action relating to the Contract, and comply with the decision of the Contracting Officer. All appeals and claims will be processed in accordance with the "Disputes" clause of the Contract, FAR 52.233-1.

H-24 STATUS OF PERFORMANCE

During the life of the Contract should any incident occur which the Contractor believes may circumvent or encumber the performance of this Contract, the contractor shall immediately notify the CO. The receipt of such a notice shall not be construed as a waiver by the BEP of any of its rights and remedies provided by law or under the terms of this Contract.

H-25 CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROVISION

The contractor is requested to consider the utilization of the Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedures as defined in FAR 33.214 in situations concerning disputes and/or claims against the Bureau.

The Treasury’s policy requires the use of ADR prior to the Contracting Officer issuing a Final Decision on a claim. Documentation is required if ADR was not utilized prior to issuing the Final Decision. These procedures do not replace the parties’ right to file a claim under the Contract Disputes Act of 1978 as amended (41 U.S.C. 601-13).

The parties to this contract agree to attempt in good faith to resolve any conflicts, disputes, or claims arising out of this agreement by negotiations between senior executives or officials of the parties who have the authority to bind the parties.

A disputing party shall give written notice of the dispute to the other party of this contract. A written response to said dispute will be due within ten (10) days from the date of this notice. The notice and the responses shall include a statement of each party’s concerns, the rationale behind those concerns, and the name of the person who will represent that party in negotiation. The appointed executives or officials shall meet at a mutually acceptable time and place within thirty (30) days of the disputing part’s notice and at intervals thereafter as deemed reasonable and necessary to attempt resolution of the dispute.

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