Scope of Work - Carpet Installation.docx

Performance Work Statement: Carpet Installation U.S. Consulate Johannesburg 1 Sandton Drive, Johannesburg, South Africa

1. Purpose This contract covers the removal of existing carpets and installation of new USG-supplied carpets throughout the Consulate office building, including professional furniture moving services.

2. Scope of Work The Contractor shall:

· Remove and dispose of existing carpets (off-site removal weekly via 6m³ skip or equivalent)

· Prepare floors (clean and dust-free) prior to installation.

· Install new carpets per manufacturer specifications. Parquet layout.

· Move and reinstate all office furniture.

· Maintain clean work areas daily.

USG-Supplied Materials:

Refer to attached Bentley and Milliken installation guidelines. The Contractor shall re-measure all areas prior to commencing work.

Estimated floor Areas:

3. Access & Working Hours

· Standard hours: 07:00–16:00, Monday–Friday (excluding public and U.S. holidays).

· Consular Section: Accessible Fridays from 12:00 and weekends only.

· Weekend work is required; deviations require 24-hour advance notice to the COR.

· All Contractor personnel will be escorted; security clearances arranged by the Consulate.

4. Supervision & Quality Control The Contractor shall provide a full-time, competent on-site supervisor responsible for:

· Regular quality inspections to ensure compliance with manufacturer standards.

· Adherence to all Health & Safety regulations, including noise and dust control.

· Ensuring uninterrupted access to the building.

· Submitting an installation program for COR approval prior to commencement.

5. Personnel & Conduct The Contractor shall maintain discipline on-site and take all reasonable precautions to prevent unlawful or disorderly conduct. The Government reserves the right to direct removal of any employee who fails to meet conduct standards; the Contractor shall replace such personnel at no additional cost.

6. Insurance Requirements The Contractor shall provide evidence of the following insurance within 10 days of contract award. The policy shall name "the United States of America, acting by and through the Department of State" as an additional insured.

General Liability (ZAR):

Additional insurance required by local law or customary practice must also be obtained. The Contractor holds the Government harmless from all claims except those arising from gross negligence on the part of the Government.

7. Safety Requirements The Contractor shall designate a competent safety person on-site and comply with all U.S. Embassy and applicable local/OSHA safety standards, including:

· Pre-work: Site hazard review, safety briefing, and submission of safety file (including proof of employee insurance)

· PPE: Required for all personnel; spare PPE maintained on-site

· Barricading: Barricades and warning signs maintained throughout the project

· Chemicals: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals submitted to COR/POSHO

· Emergency: Fire extinguisher and first aid kit on-site at all times; emergency response instructions followed

· Electrical: All work performed de-energized; conductive jewelry prohibited during electrical tasks.

· Fall Protection: OSHA standards apply; fall protection training certificates submitted to POSHO via COR at least 8 working days before work begins

· High-Risk Work: Training certificates and work permits submitted to COR at least 3 days prior; minimum two employees present for all high-risk tasks

· Prohibited: Smoking (except designated areas), alcohol, marijuana, and recreational substances on USG property.

8. Contractor Selection Criteria

· Demonstrated history and track record as a flooring installation company.

· FITA accreditation (carpet installation) will receive preference.

· AMOSA accreditation (furniture moving) will receive preference.

· Three contactable references for comparable projects (similar scope and size) image1.png