Scope of Work- Old Hickory HVAC Replacement.pdf

Old Hickory – Powerhouse HVAC Replacement

Statement of Work

Description:

This is for the purchase and installation of two packaged water source heat pumps (WSHP) for the Old Hickory Powerhouse. The Powerhouse has two existing packaged WSHPs (AHU-1 & AHU-2) which are to be removed and replaced.

Place of Delivery:

10 Power Plant Road Hendersonville, TN 37075

Contractor shall coordinate with the POC for all site visits.

POC:

Chris Campbell 615-265-2113 christopher.j.campbell@usace.army.mil

Working days and hours: Mon.-Thu., 0600-1630 Central Time, except Federal Holidays.

Scope of Work:

1. Equipment to be furnished will be in accordance with the following and installed at the Old Hickory Powerhouse as indicated by this document.

2. The equipment to be removed are the existing AHU-1 and AHU-2 located on what is identified as the plaza level of the Powerhouse (at elevation of 447 ft.) in Figure 1 and Figure 2 below.

2.1. All equipment being removed as part of this contract shall become possession of the Contractor and shall be disposed of in accordance with Federal, State and Local Laws.

2.2. Equipment to be removed will be done in a manner to prevent accidental damage to other property. In the event of accidental damage, the Contractor shall repair/replace as needed to restore that item(s) condition to pre-damaged state.

2.3. Refrigerant in the units to be removed shall be evacuated prior to removal of the equipment to prevent accidental release into the atmosphere.

3. The work shall consist of disconnection and removal of the existing air conditioning systems, and purchase with installation of new air conditioning system for the Powerhouse located on the North Side of the Old Hickory Project.

3.1. The contractor shall furnish all tools, equipment, labor, and materials to conduct the work as defined by this scope of work.

3.1.1. Installation includes repairs or modifications to make new flexible connections to existing ductwork and new flexible piping connectors and wye strainers for the new units.

3.1.2. Selection and installation of all connections, accessories, and other appurtenances must conform with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The flexible connections of both units for supply air and return air to existing ductwork are to be made at full size in accordance with standard industry practices.

3.2. All work shall be accomplished in accordance with these specifications, industry standards, and current EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.

3.3. AHU-1 shall be replaced with a model with the following characteristics:

3.3.1. Packaged air handling unit with water source heat pump.

3.3.2. Nominal cooling capacity of 15 tons.

3.3.3. Minimum EER GWHP of 20.1.

3.3.4. Heating capacity of 180,400 BTUH for GWHP, minimum.

3.3.5. Air flow rate of 5000 CFM at 1.2 in. W.G. ESP, minimum.

3.3.6. Electrical 460V/60hz/3-phase

3.3.7. Mounting with 1" elastomer pad at the location of previous unit, as shown in Figure 1.

3.4. AHU-2 shall be replaced with a model with the following characteristics:

3.4.1. Packaged air handling unit with water source heat pump.

3.4.2. Nominal cooling capacity of 15 tons.

3.4.3. Minimum EER GWHP of 20.1.

3.4.4. Heating capacity of 180,400 BTUH for GWHP, minimum.

3.4.5. Air flow rate of 4800 CFM at 1.7 in. W.G. ESP, minimum.

3.4.6. Electrical 460V/60hz/3-phase

3.4.7. Mounting with 1" elastomer pad at the location of previous unit, as shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1. Installation at plaza level of both existing WSHPs to be replaced (AHU-1 & AHU-2).

Figure 2. Location of AHU-1 & AHU-2 in the Powerhouse.

Security:

AT/OPSEC Form 6055 contract paragraph requirements are as follows:

1: General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random

Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures—this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

2: Physical security and access control requirements: All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on DoD property in the US shall be vetted by the District Security Office using the National Crime database and Terrorist Screening Database. Contract personnel shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements specified in facility policies and procedures.

Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

Since the work is being done within a controlled area but is expected to last less than six months, the investigation requirements fall under Category B1 for US Citizens and Category C for Foreign Nationals. Contract employees will need to be supervised/ escorted by a Corps employee while within the restricted area. In the event it is determined the contract will extend beyond six months, the contractor will need to comply with the requirements in Category B2 for US Citizens. Guidance and forms for the requirements are available on the Nashville District Public Website:

https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Submit-ArticleCS/Programs/Article/3667149/contracting/

Contract and sub-contract employees are not authorized to begin work on any contract until investigation requirements have been completed and notification has been made by the COR or the District Security Office.

Because the work is being performed in a restricted area, there are restrictions on use of persons either imprisoned or previously convicted of a felony. The Contractor shall not employ in the performance of this contract any person undergoing a sentence of imprisonment imposed by any court of a State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, or the US Federal Government. The Contractor shall not employ in the performance of this contract any person who has been convicted of a felony imposed by any court of a State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Submit-ArticleCS/Programs/Article/3667149/contracting/

Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or the US Federal Government.

Contractors and/or potential contractors wishing to attend a pre-bid meeting held at or in LRN restricted/controlled areas (such as a Power Plant or Navigation Lock) shall submit a Nashville District (LRN) Security Access Form to the Nashville District Point of Contact (LRN POC) five (5) days prior to the site visit or meeting. If submitting the document in less than five days, the Offeror/Bidder may not receive approval for participation. The LRN POC will notify the Contractor if the request is approval or denied. Any pre-bid meeting which will cover anything other than public domain information shall be limited to US Citizens, except under unique circumstances. The Security Access Form and guidance is available at https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Submit-ArticleCS/Programs/Article/3667149/contracting/

Contractor is expected to prescreen their own job applicants for suitable candidates before submission to the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government will not screen potential candidates for you. Once the contractor has selected suitable employees to work on a government site, the contractor will submit them for processing as outlines above. Submission to the district security office must be accomplished prior to a contract employee’s site access. ACCESS NOT AUTHORIZED for any federal property nor to begin work on any part of the contract until investigation requirements have been met/completed and notification has been made by the COR or the District Security Office. There is no blanket approval, no waivers, no exceptions.

Each contractor employee is a case-by-case screening process. Preliminary results may require additional screening requirements before site access approval can be provided.

3: Suspicious Activity Reporting training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something): All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior, and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity.

4: Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements. Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/Submit-ArticleCS/Programs/Article/3667149/contracting/

All contract employees and subcontractors shall always conduct themselves in a proper manner.

No alcoholic or intoxicating beverages or substances or illegal drugs or controlled substances not prescribed by a physician shall be possessed, consumed, or be under the influence of any such substance while on Government property.

The Contractor shall remove from the site any individual whose continued employment is deemed by the appointed receiving agent to be contrary to the public interest or inconsistent with the best interests of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Contracting Officer or the appointed receiving agent will require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site anyone who is incompetent or who endangers persons or property or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee’s ability to satisfactorily perform the work. Notification to the Contractor will be made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification will be verbal and will be confirmed in writing as soon as possible. No such removal, however, will reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all work required under this contract and immediate replacement shall be made as required.

The Contractor is responsible for taking the action necessary to protect Contractor supplies, materials and equipment, and the personal property of Contractor employees from loss, damage, or theft. The Government assumes no responsibility for theft, damage, etc., of the above. All incidents of theft (or suspected theft) of contractor materials, supplies, or equipment from project lands shall be reported to the COR.

5. Veterans Employment Emphasis for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Contracts In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts:

- U.S. Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS):

https://www.dol.gov/vets/

- Federal Veteran Employment Information: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/

- Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program: https://www.benefits.va.gov/vow/

- U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index:

https://wct.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html

- Hiring Our Heroes: https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes (End of special contract requirement)