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United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service National Peanut Research Lab 1011 Forrester Drive S.E.

Dawson, GA. 39842

Lab Space Renovation

Statement of Work

Date: (04/17/2015)

All contractors must visit the site and acquaint themselves with the condition of the Laboratories spaces, dimensions, and site conditions prior to submitting a quotation. The contact on site will be Mr. Hector Rodriguez at 229-869-3560. Failure to visit the site prior to quoting will be grounds for rejection of quotations. Failure to become acquainted with the site will not relieve contractors from full responsibility for a complete job as specified.

Laboratories drawings provided on pages15-43 are concept drawings. The numbers provided are Mott mfg.co. for identity of equipment only.

1. PROJECT OVERVIEW

The contractor shall remove existing casework, counter tops, electrical and plumbing fixtures. The contractor shall install new casework, electrical and plumbing fixtures. This will include the addition of casework, electrical and plumbing. The contractor shall furnish all labor and materials for the described project in strict conformity with safety, standards, laws, statutes and ordinances for a chemical/biological research laboratory biosafety level 2 (BSL2) in a federal facility.

1.1 BACKGROUND

The National Peanut Research Lab is requesting a price quote for the renovation of two lab spaces, rooms 18 and 19 with the option to renovate rooms 14 and 16 within 30 days. The lab rooms are located at NPRL 1011 Forrester Dr. S. E., Dawson, GA. 39842, building 1. This is being done in order to replace defective casework and to accommodate new research. [Enter text in the clear boxes provided.]

1.2 CUSTOMERS / END USERS IMPACTED

Dr. Victor Sobolev, Dr. Renee Arias and several technicians will need their work relocated until work is completed.

1.3 Contractor responsibilities

· All work shall comply with existing local, state, and national codes, including guidelines and specifications included in the Americans with Disabilities Act. All work shall also meet the requirements of the ARS Facilities and Design Standards (P&P 242.1) which can be found at http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/ppweb/PDF/242-01M.pdf. All work shall be accomplished in a professional manner and in accordance with good workmanship and acceptable practice.

· Contractor is responsible for inspecting the site and for determining the exact dimensions of the project. The contractor shall provide overhead and cabinet placement drawings, showing part numbers with the quotation submittal. Contractor shall obtain at own expense all permits, licenses, and inspections required by all local, state, and federal authorities. Contractor shall submit the design, descriptive literature, and written specifications for all materials and supplies to be used and included in the quotation.

· Contractor’s working hours shall be scheduled to coincide with the normal working hours at the site. Should it be necessary to schedule working hours other than normal working hours, contractor shall arrange for access to the work area with the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) at the site at least three days prior to the need.

· Contractor shall notify the COTR and schedule utility outages at least 24 hours in advance.

· The contractor will be responsible for replacing at their cost any property damaged at the site during the construction process.

· All electrical work including the sizing of conductor for circuit load, conduit size, conduit run, and wire connections must be in accordance to the recent National Electrical Code (NEC).

· All plumbing must be in accordance to the recent Plumbing Code.

· All lab casework and tops shall be SEFA12-2014 certified. Casework color shall be cool white or very close color.

1.4 Government responsibilities

· The drawings provided are concept drawing.

· All contents of cabinets and equipment shall be removed and stored elsewhere by government personnel.

· All floors that need to be repaired and tiled shall be completed by government personnel.

2. DETAILED SCOPE

1-Demolition and removal of asbestos counter top. All work involving asbestos-containing materials shall be performed in accordance with OSHA standards contained in 29CFR part 1910.1101, as applicable, as well as those Federal and State EPA regulations that pertain to asbestos-containing material maintenance and abatement.

2-Demolition and removal of fume hood, which includes asbestos work surfaces.

3-Demolition and removal of all casework that is being replaced in room 18. The contractor is responsible for locating and completely shutting off gas, water and electrical during this phase. All that can be recycled shall be recycled and weight recorded.

4-The contractor shall provide and install all new lower cabinets, upper cabinets, sink cabinet, acid storage, flammable storage, knee space assemblies, island cabinets, island reagent shelving , countertops, sinks, fixtures, electrical outlets and any fillers or scribes necessary for complete installation in room 18 per drawings. This shall include final connections of any mechanical, plumbing and electrical.

5- The contractor shall provide and install all new base cabinets, upper cabinets, and counter tops, electrical outlets and any fillers or scribes necessary for complete installation.in room 19 per drawings. This shall include final connections of any mechanical and electrical.

6- The contractor shall provide and install new hood assembly complete. To include fume hood superstructure, integral service fittings, sink, pre-wiring to top, electrical receptacle, light and fan switches, pre-piping to top, ceiling enclosure and any fillers or scribes necessary for complete installation. This shall include final connections of any mechanical, plumbing and electrical in order to have a fully working hood and able to be certified. Fume hood work top shall be dished.

7-All counter tops shall be epoxy resin or Trespa Toplab plus (green product) 1’ thick black work surface with integral drip groove, 4” high applied backsplash. Will include sinks, outlets, pegboard with SS drip trough, cup sinks and fabrication 8-Water saver service fixtures and fittings to include CW faucet, H/C mixing faucet, DI faucet, pre-rinse hose unit, and deck mounted AGV service valves and required mounting hardware. All valves will be mounted in original locations unless specified otherwise.

9-Wall mounted single channel electrical raceway, wiring, outlets and cover plates. Must be installed in accordance with the most recent National Electrical Code (NEC). The electrical raceway above counter shall be Legrand 3000 series steel raceway. If an equivalent metal wire mold is going to be used, its use must first be pre-approved. Color to match casework as close as possible. Room18 and 19 electrical comes from panel LB, located in hallway next to room 18 door. Room 14 and 16 electrical comes from panel LA, located in hallway next to room 14 door. There are six extra circuits in each panel.

10-Cove Base moldings shall be removed from walls and new installed on walls and base cabinets. Moldings shall be black 2.1-Option-1 A- Price quote for the renovation of two lab spaces, rooms 14 and 16. This shall meet all specification applied to rooms 18 and 19. Current and proposed drawings and pictures are located in appendix. [Enter text in clear boxes provided.]

Contractor Personnel On site

Demolition and removal

Installation

Complete water and electrical hook up to new items

Pre- inspection of Renovation of room 18 and 19

Inspection and complete renovation of room 18 and 19

Milestones above will apply to Option 1

Option1 inspection and complete renovation of room 14 and 16

4. PROJECT SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data:

Drawings shall include data and details for construction of the laboratory casework as well as information regarding the name, quantity, type and construction of materials (such as hardware, gauges, etc.), that will be used to complete the project.

B. Shop Drawings:

1. The Contractor shall furnish shop drawings illustrating the layout and placement of all laboratory casework and fume hoods as well as any products included in this section.

2. Indicate the type and location of all service fittings, sinks and associated supply connections.

3. Preparation instructions and recommendations.

4. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

5. Narrative describing technical approach. Include asbestos disposal work.

C. Also include in quotation

1. List of proposed subcontractors.

2. 3 past performance references to include 2 for similar work.

3. Preliminary schedule not to exceed 90 days.

4. Price proposal

5. Cut sheets from proposed manufacturer of casework, valves, faucets and any other items used in installation.

APPENDIX - SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Pages- 6-12 Lab Drawings of Current configuration Pages- 13-18 Room 14 pictures Pages- 19-21 Room 16 pictures Pages- 22-29 Room 18 pictures Page- 30 Room 19 pictures Pages- 31-35 Room 18 concept drawings Page- 36 Room 19 concept drawing Pages- 37-42 Room14 concept drawings Page- 43 Room 16 concept drawing

Lab pictures and Drawings Current configuration

ROOM 14

ROOM 14

ROOM 14

ROOM14

ROOM 16

ROOM16

ROOM 18

ROOM 18

ROOM 18

ROOM 18

ROOM 18

ROOM 18

ROOM 19

ROOM 19

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