Attachment J-7.B Illustrative Task Order 2.doc

RFP-294-2008-003

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ATTACHMENT J-7.B. ILLUSTRATIVE TASK ORDER No. 2 -

CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SECONDARY GIRLS SCHOOL

I.

PROJECT BACKGROUND

The INP supports agricultural and enterprise development, health, education and local government including the renovation of existing infrastructure and the construction of new infrastructure such as schools, clinics, courthouses, youth centers and offices.

Education is an important element of USAID’s West Bank-Gaza program, and the possibility exists that a portion of INP funds could be allocated to support the education sector.

This Illustrative Task Order concerns the construction of a New Secondary Girls School. While the school described herein is not an actual school, it is representative of the type of school construction that can be found in the West Bank.

The key counterpart organizations for this school project are the Palestinian Authority and its Ministries of Education and of Public Works and Housing.

II.

OBJECTIVE OF THIS TASK ORDER

As noted above, the objective of the New Secondary Girls School Project is to strengthen the quality and long-term impact of education in the West Bank through the construction of educational facilities that serve girls.

III.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The New Secondary Girls School is based on a 2-storey, single building layout with double loaded corridors with 10-15 large class rooms of essentially the same size (approximately 50 m2 in area); computer, Housework, and science laboratories; a library; administrative offices; a reception area; a small kitchen, and toilet facilities.

The designs of each specific school are adjusted to fit its specific site, capacity requirements, and donor inputs, but most are similar to the common design of the PA Ministry of Education. While this task order is illustrative and does not concern a real school project, it is indicative of the types of building construction task orders that will be awarded under the INP IQC

Assume that work is to take place in an area that has no adverse drainage problems, environmental problems, and that the soil conditions are uniform.

IV SPECIFICATIONS, DRAWINGS, AND BILLS OF QUANTITY

Detailed design drawings, specifications and bills of quantities for construction and renovation projects under the INP are under review and as indicated in Section C are not available for use with this Illustrative Task Order. They are not required for Offerors to be able to prepare the respective task order technical and cost proposals that are described in Section L of the RFP and that will be evaluated as described under Section M.

This narrative and information provided in Annexes B.1 (bills of quantities and cost proposal sheets), and B.2 (sample floor plans and elevations) are provided as guidance to be followed by all Offerors in their preparation of the technical and cost proposals as instructed in Section L of the RFP.

When preparing the Task Order technical proposal and the Task Order Cost Proposal, assume that all work shall be in accordance with the respective specifications of the Jordanian Technical Specifications for Building Works of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (MPWH).

V KEY PERSONNEL

Key personnel under this Task Order and minimum qualifications for each position are as follows:

· Task Order Manager: BS degree or higher in civil engineering with at least 10 years of experience building construction services or infrastructure design and construction. At least six years of the experience shall be in developing countries with infrastructure needs and programs similar to those of the West Bank/Gaza. Must have demonstrated experience in developing countries in the effective use of local contractors and local labor. Must be knowledgeable concerning FAR and/or FIDIC construction contracting. Knowledgeable regarding principles and good practice in strategic planning, organizational development and project management, and in project design of inputs, activities and strategies to achieve project objectives. Should have experience in human resources management and the ability to work in cross-cultural situations with political, cultural and ethnic sensitivities and security environments such as found in West Bank/Gaza.

· Project Manager: BS in Engineering 10 to 15 years supervisory or equivalent preferred as a Civil/ Building Engineer, with 10 years verifiable applicable experience as a project manager in similar building construction projects or building improvement works. Oversee total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule. Includes interfacing with clients representatives, CM, subcontractors, security, etc. Ensure the entire project is compliant with the contract and country policies, procedures, standards, etc, are adhered too. Direct the construction activities, planning, staffing, and scheduling items as required. Work in a manner to ensure the safety of workers and public.

· Electrical / Mechanical Engineer: B.S in engineering with 7+ years experience working in the building services industry and approved verifiable experience in similar building installations.

· Quality Control / Assurance and Safety Engineer: 7+ years as an Engineer with approved verifiable experience in similar or building industry / construction. Candidate has undertaken QA/QC and safety programs and training. Strong leader with proven skills in managing numerous projects and directing project compliance with QC / QA and Safety or in a related field.

· Project Superintendent: Preferred min.10+ years of experience as a project superintendent on building project or industrial building and associated infrastructure projects.

· Construction Cost Scheduler / Planner: B.S/ B.Sc in Engineering or related fields with at least 10 year’s experience. Will be responsible for the construction means and methods, coordination requirements, planning, scheduling, costing, financial forecasting, manpower analysis and proficient in primavera project.

Key Personnel shall be conversant in the English language and be on the construction site on a full time basis throughout the construction period unless otherwise approved by USAID or their designated representatives. Arabic language skills will be advantageous in the context of implementation. Key Personnel shall be under the direct employ of the contractor for the duration of the work activities under this contract

VI

DELIVERABLES

In their planning for this sample Task Order, offerors shall assume that deliverables shall be as follows:

1. Subcontracting Plan with Subcontractor Selection Criteria, Product lists.

2. Comprehensive Construction Plan with Schedule of Major Activities

3. Environmental Requirements Compliance Plan

4. Insurance Certificates, Bonds

5. Public, Site Security and Safety Plan

6. Traffic Control & Management Plan with drawings as appropriate

7. Project Specific Quality Control Plan, Method Statement, Testing Procedures and Material Samples

8. Project Shop Drawing

9. Project Specific Quality Assurance

10. Weekly Progress Reports with two week look ahead construction schedule

11. Monthly Expenditure & Project Report

12. Daily Security/Incident/Coordination Report

13. The materials, labor and other inputs authorized in the approved Bill of Quantities (see Annex A-1)

14. Project Completion and Acceptance Report

15. As Built Drawings

16. Operation and Maintenance Manuals (if any)

17. Spare Parts and Maintenance Materials (if any)

VII

TECHNICAL DIRECTIONS

Technical Directions during the performance of this task order will be provided by the Cognizant Technical Officer of USAID with the advice and support of the USAID Construction Management Contractor.

VIII

TERM OF PERFORMANCE

This is an illustrative high priority project. Assume the estimated period for performance is six months counted from the date of Task Order award.

IX PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The performance under this task order is the West Bank.

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