S02 Statement of Work .pdf

Statement of Work (SOW)

Fireproofing Insulation and Bird/Rodent

Prevention (Buildings 46 and 47)

Administrative Location:

Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Benefits Administration 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard St. Petersburg, FL 33744

Statement of Work

Fireproofing Insulation and Bird/Rodent Prevention

Objective

Secure a qualified construction contractor for spray-on fireproofing, insulation, and bird/rodent prevention on the underside of Building 46 and Building 47 at the St. Petersburg Veterans Affairs Regional Office (VARO) with an address of 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, St. Petersburg, Florida 33744.

1. – Introduction.

The Department of Veterans Administration (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), is seeking a qualified construction contractor to complete the requirement by using specifications located in 07811-8 Sprayed Fire Resistive. Construction document tasks will include, but not limited to, performance reports, daily logs, material submittals, specifications, working drawings, site visits, meetings and meeting minutes, staff interviews, phasing, scheduling, and any other construction-related services information. The anticipated scope is defined within this document for reference, and final confirmation of needs will require coordination and approval from VA.

1.1. – Background.

The St. Petersburg VARO has surface parking located under the buildings. The underside of Building 46 and Building 47 is exposed to the elements, which has caused the fireproofing to fall off over time exposing the steel beams.

1.2. – Scope.

This project shall include:

1. Remove any existing material and prepare surfaces to bond with new foam without any structural and property damage;

2. Dispose of all old material and debris that was removed;

3. Replace any deformed and damaged pipe hangers;

4. Apply fireproofing and a protective insulation covering for the fireproofing while maintaining life/safety and other applicable codes (local, state, federal, etc.);

5. Provide an environmentally friendly method to prevent the nesting of birds and rodents under the protective insulation over the fireproofing; and

6. Design a Phasing Plan for the installation to avoid interference with daily operations of the

VARO.

Contractor shall be responsible for procuring the services of a state certified engineer to evaluate that the fireproofing is applied in accordance with VA specifications located at the bottom of the SOW.

2. - General Requirements.

The Contractor will be required to have registered professionals with relevant experience for all engineering disciplines required by this SOW.

Government Furnished Information: All available record drawings will be provided upon request to the Contractor. These record drawings should not, however, be considered "as built”. These drawing files are provided without warranty or obligation as to the accuracy or information contained in the files. All information in the files shall be independently verified by the Contractor. Any user shall agree to indemnify and hold the VA harmless from all claims, damages, losses, and expenses, including, but not limited to, attorney fees arising out of the use of the Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) drawing files. The Contractor shall be responsible to perform field investigation and verify the accuracy of the drawings with the actual conditions.

Throughout project development, the Contractor shall coordinate with the VA Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and the VA Contracting Officer (CO).

Within two (2) business days of any project-related meetings, Contractor shall provide meeting minutes to the VA COR and VA CO. If and when applicable, the Contractor shall also provide supporting materials functional plans, equipment lists or layouts, and narratives to document the basis of design and program approved by VA at the meeting.

2.1. - Scheduling, Phasing, and Working Hours.

All work hours must be coordinated with the VA COR to minimize interference of normal VARO functions. All work that impacts normal operations of the VARO shall be performed outside normal business hours (Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm). These areas may require work to be completed during off hours (Weekends, Holidays, Evenings/Nights) that will not interfere with VARO functions. All requests for work during normal business hours must be requested by the Contractor at least fourteen (14) calendar days in advance to the VA COR.

2.2. – Period of Performance.

The period of performance will be one hundred eighty (180) calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP), which includes all closeout requirements.

2.3. - Components of Services.

Services comprised of components that shall be presented and approved via material submittals by the VA COR or the Alternate VA COR and the VA CO at each stage of the design progress are as follows:

Fireproofing Material, Bird/Rodent Netting, and other materials/supplies necessary for the completion of this project.

3. - Key Personnel.

VA COR, St. Petersburg VARO - Aisha Jones who can be contacted at Aisha.Jones@va.gov.

mailto:Aisha.Jones@va.gov

VA Alternate COR, St. Petersburg VARO – Brian Carrigan who can be contacted at Brian.Carrigan@va.gov.

Chief, Support Services Division, St. Petersburg VARO - Mike McCormick who can be contacted at Michael.Mccormick2@va.gov.

4. - Security Requirements.

Contractor is required to enter and exit the St Petersburg VARO through the front entrance only.

Entering or exiting the building through any other door will require VARO approval and an escort will be required. Upon entering the building, the Contractor, employees of the Contractor, or any subcontractors will be required to show proof of identity, by means of valid photo identification, as well as pass through a security screening. The Contractor, employees of the Contractor, or any subcontractors will be escorted inside the facility.

5. - Environmental Requirements.

5.1. – Non-Hazardous Waste Disposal.

Demolition - The Contractor shall provide all demolition, removal, and legal disposal of materials. The Contractor shall ensure that facilities used for recycling, reuse, and disposal shall be permitted as the intended use to the extent required by local, state, and federal regulations.

Disposal - The Whole Building Design Guide website provides a Construction Waste Management Database that contains information on companies that haul, collect, and process recyclable debris from construction projects. To access this database, visit http://www.cwm.wbdg.org.

5.2. – Hazardous Waste Disposal.

Abatement - In order to provide for abatement and control of all environmentally hazardous materials arising from demolition and/or construction activities, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable environmentally hazardous material control and abatement as well as all applicable provisions of the Corps of Engineers Manual Number 385-1-1. Said Manual can be found as follows:

Effective through March 14, 2024:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1- 1.pdf

Effective as of March 15, 2024: https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/EM%20385- 1-1%20_EFFECTIVE%2015March2024.pdf

Manifesto - The Contractor shall provide a waste manifesto for all hazardous waste disposals.

Activity Hazards Analysis (AHA) – For an example of AHA, refer to http://www.usace.army.mil/Portals/2/docs/AHA2.pdf.

For any hazardous materials or hazardous waste removal, the Contractor shall also comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, most notably the safety and health mailto:Brian.Carrigan@va.gov mailto:Michael.Mccormick2@va.gov https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/EM%20385-1-1%20_EFFECTIVE%2015March2024.pdf https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/EM%20385-1-1%20_EFFECTIVE%2015March2024.pdf http://www.usace.army.mil/Portals/2/docs/AHA2.pdf regulations for construction in 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1926 as well as 29 CFR Subpart C, Section 1926.20.

6. - Quality Requirements.

The Contractor shall develop a Quality Control Plan (QCP) and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with this SOW. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor’s QCP is how to assure that the work complies with the requirements of the Contract.

The QCP will be reviewed by the Government in ten (10) business days from the date of submission, then either accepted or reviewed with required revisions. The VA CO or the VA COR may notify the Contractor of required modifications to the QCP during the period of performance. The Contractor shall then coordinate suggested modifications and obtain acceptance of an updated QCP by the VA CO and VA COR. Any program/plan modifications during the period of performance shall be submitted to the VA CO and VA COR for review no later than ten (10) business days before the proposed effective date of the change. Any version of a QCP shall be subject to the Government’s review and approval. The Government may find the QCP "unacceptable" whenever the Contractor’s procedures do not accomplish quality control objective(s). The Contractor shall revise and resubmit the QCP within ten

(10) business days from receipt of notice that the QCP was found unacceptable.

7. - Related Documents.

The following documents are related to this project:

(a) Florida Building Codes that can be found at http://floridabuilding.org/bc/bc_default.aspx.

(b) VHA Directive 2011-036, Safety and Health During Construction, that can be found at http://www.va.gov/vhapublications/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=2448.

(c) VA Handbook 6500.6, Appendix D, Contractor Rules of Behavior, that can be found at http://www.va.gov/vapubs/viewPublication.asp?Pub_ID=471&FType=2.

(d) ASCE 7-02, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures, Second Edition, that can be found at https://law.resource.org/pub/us/cfr/ibr/003/asce.7.2002.pdf.

(e) 29 CFR Subpart C, Section 1926.20 - Application of the Multi-Employer Policy to Particular Construction Standards, that can be found at https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owasrch.search_form?p_doc_type=INTERPRETATIONS&p_toc_le vel=3&p_keyvalue=1926.20&p_status=CURRENT

8. – Sprayed Fire-Resistive Materials.

8.1. – General Requirements.

(a) Requirements of this Section, as shown or specified, shall be in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

http://www.va.gov/vapubs/viewPublication.asp?Pub_ID=471&FType=2

(b) Work of this Section includes all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, transportation, and services necessary to complete the sprayed fire-resistive materials as shown on the drawings and/or specified herein, including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

(1) Spray on fireproofing for existing structural steel;

(2) Seal existing coat over fireproofing in special areas;

(3) Preparation of existing surfaces; and

(4) Field quality control.

(c) Related sections and specifications include existing structural steel.

8.2. – Submittals.

(a) Fire-Resistive Materials: All product data must be submitted for each fire-resistive material specified.

(b) Shop Drawings: Submit structural framing plans that indicates the following information:

(1) Locations and types of surface preparations required before applying sprayed fire-resistive material.

(2) Extent of sprayed fire-resistive material for each construction and fire-resistance rating, including the following requirements:

• Applicable fire-resistive designations of a qualified testing and inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

• Minimum thicknesses needed to achieve required fire-resistance ratings of structural components and assemblies per Drawings.

(c) Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturer of sprayed fire-resistive material certifying that the products furnished comply with all regulations and requirements in this SOW.

(d) Installer Certificates: Signed by manufacturer certifying that installers comply with all regulations and specified requirements in this SOW.

(e) Qualification Data: Firms and respective individuals, specified in Subsection 8.3 titled Quality Assurance, must demonstrate capabilities and experience. Capabilities and experience shall include lists of completed projects with project name(s), project number(s), project address(es), project magnitude, names and addresses of any key subcontractors or Architect-Engineer (A-E) Firms, and any other pertinent information.

(f) Product Test Reports: Indicate that physical properties of proposed sprayed fire-resistive materials comply with specified requirements based on comprehensive testing of current product formulations by a qualified testing and inspecting agency according to requirements specified in Subsection 8.3 titled Quality Assurance.

(g) Research/Evaluation Reports: Furnish evidentiary documentation that the sprayed fire-resistive material complies with the building codes for this project.

8.3. – Quality Assurance.

(a) Installer Qualifications: Engage an experienced installer that is certified, licensed, or otherwise qualified by a sprayed fire-resistive material manufacturer as having the necessary expertise, staff, and training to install manufacturer's products according to specified requirements. A manufacturer's willingness to sell its sprayed fire-resistive materials to Contractor or to an installer engaged by Contractor does not in itself confer experience or qualifications.

(b) Source Limitations: Obtain each type of sprayed fire-resistive material from one source and by a single manufacturer.

(c) Provide products containing no detectable asbestos as determined according to the method specified in 40 CFR, Part 763, Subpart E, Appendix E, Section 1, "Polarized Light Microscopy."

(d) Mock-ups: After processing of initial submittals and before delivery or installation of fireproofing materials, prepare a sample installation of fireproofing work, approximately one hundred (100) square feet in area. Said mock-up shall provide an example of each type required and be applied on each different substrate to produce each different rating as required. The mock-up must be reasonably representative of entire sprayed on fireproofing work for joint approval by fire-resistant material manufacturer and the Government. Work in other areas shall not proceed until mock-up has been completed, reviewed, and approved by VA COR. Mock-up work that remains compliant with project requirements and regulations may be retained as final work in place if undamaged and acceptable condition.

8.4. - Delivery, Storage, and Handling.

(a) Products shall be delivered to the project site unopened and in original packaging with legible manufacturers' labels intact that identify product, manufacturer, date of manufacture, shelf life (if applicable), and fire-resistance ratings compliant for this project.

(b) Use only materials with shelf life within period indicated. Remove and discard any materials from the project site that the shelf life has expired.

(c) Store materials inside, under cover, and above ground to keep dry until ready for use. Storage location of materials shall be approved by VA COR. Remove and discard any materials from the project site that have deteriorated.

8.5. – Project Conditions.

(a) Environmental Limitations: Do not apply sprayed fire-resistive material when ambient or substrate temperatures are 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower unless temporary protection and heat is provided to maintain temperatures at or above this level for twenty-four (24) hours before, during, and after product application.

(b) Ventilation: Ventilate building spaces during and after application of sprayed fire-resistive material to achieve a minimum of four (4) air changes per hour. Use natural means or, where this is inadequate, forced-air circulation until fire-resistive material dries thoroughly.

8.6. – Warranties.

(a) General Warranty: The Special Warranty specified in this Subsection shall not deprive the Government of other rights under other provisions of the Contract Documents and shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties made by Contractor under requirements of the Contract Documents.

(b) Special Warranty: Submit a written warranty, executed by Contractor and cosigned by Installer, agreeing to repair or replace any sprayed fire-resistive materials that fail within the specified warranty period below.

(1) Failures include, but are not limited to, cracking, flaking, eroding in excess of specified requirements, peeling, and delaminating of sprayed fire-resistive materials from substrates due to defective materials and workmanship within the specified warranty period below.

(2) Not covered under the warranty are failures due to damage caused by the Government or maintenance personnel, exposure to environmental conditions other than those investigated and approved during fire-response testing, and other causes not reasonably foreseeable under conditions of normal use.

(c) Warranty Period: Three (3) years from date of Substantial Completion.

8.7. – Sprayed Fire-Resistive Products.

(a) Material Composition: Cementitious sprayed fire-resistive material consisting of a factory-mixed, dry formulation of Portland cement binders mixed with water at the project site to form a slurry or mortar for conveyance and application.

(b) Physical Properties: Minimum values, unless otherwise indicated, or higher values required to attain designated fire-resistance ratings that are measured per standard test methods referenced with each property listed as follows:

(1) Dry Density: Forty (40) pounds per cubic foot for average and individual densities regardless of dry density indicated, or greater if required to attain fire-resistance ratings indicated in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E 605 or the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI) Technical Manual 12- A, Appendix A, Alternate Method for Density Determination.

(2) Thickness: Fireproofing shall be of thickness and density to meet the requirements of the State of Florida Building Code for type of construction as indicated on drawings.

(3) Compressive Strength: Three hundred fifty (350) pound force per square inch as determined in the laboratory pursuant to ASTM E 761. Minimum thickness of sprayed fire-resistive material tested shall be 0.75 inches and minimum dry density shall be as specified, but not less than fifteen (15) pounds per cubic foot.

(4) Corrosion Resistance: No evidence of corrosion pursuant to ASTM E 937.

(5) Deflection: No cracking, spalling, delamination, or the like pursuant to ASTM E 759.

(6) Effect of Impact on Bonding: No cracking, spalling, delamination, or the like pursuant to

ASTM E 760.

(7) Air Erosion: Maximum weight loss of 0.02 grams per square foot in twenty-four (24) hours pursuant to ASTM E 859. For laboratory tests, minimum thickness of sprayed fire-resistive material is 0.75 inches, maximum dry density is fifteen (15) pounds per cubic foot, test specimens are not pre-purged by mechanically induced air velocities, and tests are terminated after twenty-four (24) hours.

(8) Fire-Test-Response Characteristics: Provide sprayed fire-resistive materials with the following surface-burning characteristics as determined through testing identical products, pursuant to ASTM E 84, by UL or another testing and inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

a. Flame Spread: 10 or less.

b. Smoke Developed: 0.

(9) Fungal Resistance: No observed growth or specimens pursuant to ASTM G 21.

(c) Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, Contractor shall provide an in kind product or service, which is comparable to the specified product or service, for quality and function that meets all codes and regulations.

(1) Cementitious Sprayed Fire-Resistive Material: Monokote Type MK-Z-146; W.R. Grace & Co.

- Conn., Construction Products Division.

(2) 7HD; Southwest Vermiculite.

8.8. – Auxiliary Fire-Resistive Materials.

Provide auxiliary fire-resistive materials that are compatible with sprayed fire-resistive materials and substrates, which are also approved by UL or another testing and inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction for use in

(a) Fire-resistive designs indicated.

(b) Adhesive for Bonding Fire-Resistive Material: Product approved by manufacturer of sprayed fire-resistive material that will be used where required by manufacturer to ensure proper bond.

(c) Metal Lath: Expanded metal lath fabricated from material of weight, configuration, and finish required to comply with fire-resistive designs indicated and written recommendations by the manufacturer of the fire-resistive product. Include clips, lathing accessories, corner beads, and other anchorage devices required that will attach lath to substrates and receive sprayed fire-resistive material.

9. – Phasing.

9.1. – Examination.

(a) Examine substrates with the installer present to determine if in satisfactory condition to receive sprayed fire-resistive material. A substrate is satisfactory if compliant with all of the following conditions:

(1) Substrates are free of oil, grease, rolling compounds, incompatible primers, loose mill scale, dirt, or other foreign substances capable of impairing bond of fire-resistive material with substrate under conditions of normal use or fire exposure;

(2) Objects penetrating fire-resistive material are securely attached to substrates, which said objects may include clips, hangers, support sleeves, and similar items; and

(3) Substrates are not obstructed by ducts, piping, equipment, or other suspended construction that will interfere with applying the sprayed fire-resistive material.

(b) Do not proceed with installation of fire-resistive material until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

9.2. – Preparation.

(a) Clean substrates of substances that could impair bond of fire-resistive material including oil, grease, rolling compounds, incompatible primers, and loose mill scale.

(b) Repair substrates for exposed applications to remove any surface imperfections that could affect uniformity of texture and thickness in finished surface of sprayed fire-resistive material. Remove minor projections and fill voids that would telegraph through fire-resistive products after application.

(c) Cover other work subject to damage from fallout or overspray of fire-resistive materials during application. Provide temporary enclosure, as required, to confine spraying operations, protect the environment, and ensure maintenance of adequate ambient conditions for temperature and ventilation.

9.3. – Installation.

(a) Comply with the written instructions by the fire-resistive material manufacturer for material mixing, application procedures, and types of equipment used to convey and spray on fire-resistive material, which shall be applicable to conditions of installation and as required in achieving fire-resistance ratings indicated.

(b) Install metal lath, as required, to comply with fire-resistance ratings and written recommendations by the fire-resistive material manufacturer for conditions of exposure and intended use. Attach lath securely to substrate in position required for support and reinforcement of fire-resistive material. Use anchorage devices of type recommended, in writing, by the fire-resistive material manufacturer. Install lathing accessories, where indicated or required, for secure attachment to substrate.

(c) Coat substrates with adhesive before applying fire-resistive material, where required, to achieve fire-resistance rating or as recommended, in writing, by fire-resistive material manufacturer for material and application indicated.

(d) Extend fire-resistive material in full thickness over the entire area of each substrate to be protected.

Install body of fire-resistive covering in a single course unless otherwise recommended, in writing, by the fire-resistive material manufacturer.

(e) Spray apply fire-resistive materials to maximum extent possible. Following the spraying operation in each area, complete the coverage by trowel application or other placement method recommended, in writing, by the manufacturer.

(f) Apply products that are tinted where sealers are used to differentiate from the sprayed fire-resistive material.

(g) Maintain ambient conditions during installation and for cure period following installation as recommended by the manufacturer. Provide ventilation and avoid excessive rate of drying.

(h) Installation Sequence of Fireproofing: All patching and repairing of sprayed fireproofing, due to cutting by other trades or testing and inspection, shall be performed under this Subsection.

(i) Provisions shall be made for ventilation to properly dry the fireproofing after application. Air circulation and ventilation must be provided in enclosed areas lacking natural ventilation.

9.4. – Field Quality Control.

(a) The Contractor shall provide its own testing and inspecting agency to perform the work described below.

(b) Testing and inspecting agency will interpret tests, then state in each report whether complies with or deviates from requirements.

(c) Testing and inspecting for completed applications of sprayed fire-resistive material will take place over successive stages in areas of extent and using methods as follows. Do not proceed with application of fire-resistive material in the next area until test results for previously completed applications of fire-resistive material satisfy the compliance requirements.

(d) Extent: Tested values must equal or exceed values indicated and values required for approved fire-resistance design. For each one thousand (1,000) square foot area, or partial area, on each floor, the testing and inspecting agency will evaluate the following characteristics.

(1) Thickness for Floors, Roofs, and Walls: From the average of ten (10) measurements covering a one hundred forty-four (144) square inch sample area with sample width of not less than six (6) inches pursuant to ASTM E 605.

(2) Thickness for Structural Frame Members: From a sample of twenty-five percent (25%) of structural members per floor, taking nine (9) measurements at a single cross section for structural frame beams or girders, seven (7) measurements of a single cross section for joists and trusses, and twelve (12) measurements of a single cross section for columns, pursuant to ASTM E 605.

(3) Density for Floors, Roofs, Walls, and Structural Frame Members: At frequency and from sample size indicated for determining thickness of each type of construction pursuant to ASTM E 605 or AWCI Technical Manual 12-A, Appendix A, "Alternate Method for Density Determination”.

(4) Bond Strength for Floors, Roofs, Walls, and Structural Framing Members: Cohesion and adhesion at frequency and from sample size indicated for determining thickness of each type of construction pursuant to ASTM E 736.

(d) When testing discovers fire-resistive material application not in compliance with requirements, the testing and inspecting agency will perform additional random testing to determine extent of noncompliance.

(1) Remove and replace applications of fire-resistive material where test results do not comply with specified requirements for cohesion and adhesion or for density, or both.

(2) Apply additional fire-resistive material per written instructions of the manufacturer where test results indicate that thickness does not comply with specified requirements.

(3) Additional testing and inspecting, at Contractor's expense, will be performed to determine compliance of replaced or additional work with specified requirements.

9.5. – Cleaning, Protecting, and Repair.

(a) Cleaning: Remove material overspray and fallout from surfaces of other construction and clean exposed surfaces to remove evidence of soiling immediately after completing spraying operations in each containable area of the project.

(b) Cure exposed sprayed fire-resistive material in accordance with written recommendations by the product manufacturer to prevent premature drying.

(c) Protect fire-resistive material from damage, according to advice of product manufacturer and installer, as a result of construction operations or other causes, thereby fire protection will be without damage or deterioration at the time of Substantial Completion.

(d) Coordinate application of fire-resistive material with other construction that will minimize the need to cut or remove fire protection. As installation of other construction proceeds, inspect fire-resistive material and patch any damaged or removed areas.

(e) Repair or replace work that has not been successfully protected.

10. – Bird and Rodent Prevention.

10.1. – Service Description.

The Contractor shall clean and sanitize the area of installation to remove all bird nests and fecal matter. Once sanitation is completed, the Contractor shall install bird netting from end to end on each of the designated buildings. Netting will be anchored every three (3) feet and will allow passage of any existing foundations from the facility. After installation of new netting, the Contractor shall dispose of parts/components and hazardous material in accordance with all Environment Protection Agency (EPA) regulations as well as all other federal and state laws/regulations.

10.2. – Netting Product.

(a) Material: Ultraviolet (U.V.) stabilized knotted polyethylene net. Flame resistant (270°F melting point).

Rot-proof, non-conductive, and stable.

(b) Construction: Comprised of six (6) monofilaments, each 12/1000” thick, with U.V. stabilizers added.

Monofilaments are twisted together to produce a strong twine between one hundred sixty (160) and two hundred (200) twists per meter.

(c) Break Strength: ISO 1806 / 9001 protocol mesh tested in excess of forty (40) pounds.

(d) Size: Three-fourths of an inch (3/4”) bird netting to keep out small birds and rodents.

(e) Color: Black.

(f) Hardware: All metal hardware or products must be stainless steel.