Scope of Work Radon.docx

Statement of Work and Specifications for

Installation of a Radon Gas Mitigation System

At U.S. Coast Guard Sector Lake Michigan Milwaukee, WI.

23 November 2020

Commanding Officer United States Coast Guard Sector Lake Michigan 2420 S. Lincoln Memorial Dr.

Milwaukee, WI 53207

1. SCOPE: Contractor shall also supply all supervision, labor, equipment, and materials for installation of a radon gas mitigation system in Station Milwaukee office building and Sector Lake Michigan MK shop/boat house.

2. GOVERNMENT FACILITIES AND UTILITIES: Electrical power of 120v and water are available on the site. The Contractor will be permitted to utilize these utilities in performing the work, provided that the existing systems are not overloaded. Telephone services will not be available for use by the contractor.

3. ONSITE TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE: The Onsite Technical Representative (OTR) will be DC1 Bishop (414) 747-7105. OTR Alternate will be DCC Zachary Rafoth (414)-747-7133.

4. MATERIALS AND LOCATIONS:

a. Materials shall be delivered to the jobsite in their original unopened packages, clearly marked with the manufacturer’s name, brand name, and description of contents. Storage shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area. Stored materials shall be protected from sunlight, and kept away from excessive heat. The contractor shall not store any highly flammable materials in the work area. Sufficient area for staging is available on site; storage areas will be pre-approved by the OTR. Special precautions shall be taken to ensure construction materials and debris does not enter the water.

b. The Contractor is required to comply with local VOC laws and regulations. All applicable Safety Data Sheets shall be available upon request.

5. SCHEDULE OF WORK: Completion of work shall be accomplished within 30 calendar days from acceptance of submittals. The Contractor shall have the normal base work hours of 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, but the contractor is not limited to these hours. If the contractor is going to work outside normal working hours, permission must be obtained from the OTR.

6. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The contractor shall satisfy themselves as to the existing conditions and the work to be performed. The contractor shall verify all dimensions prior to ordering materials and commencement of work. A site visit should be arranged with the OTR.

7. LIABILITY OF CONTRACTOR: Any damage to government property caused by the contractor shall be repaired or replaced by the contractor at no cost to the government. The contractor shall not disconnect any service without approval from the OTR.

8. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE: The OTR will accomplish inspection and acceptance of work.

8. LABOR LAWS: The Davis-Bacon Act applies to the procurement.

9. SAFETY: The Contractor is solely responsible for work site safety. The Contractor shall implement a safety program that protects the lives and health of personnel in the construction area, prevents damage to property, and avoids work interruptions. To accomplish this end, the Contractor shall provide appropriate safety barricades, fall protection, signs, signal lights, etc. as well as complying with the requirements of all Federal, State and Local safety laws, rules and regulations.

10. SITE RESTORATION & CLEAN UP: The work site shall be cleaned up at the completion of each workday. Contractor shall take special care to contain dust while working. Upon completion of the job, the Contractor shall clean up the job site, returning it to a state of cleanliness equal to or exceeding that in which it was found. The Contractor shall properly dispose of any trash, extra materials, dirt, debris, or other litter that remains. There will be no final acceptance of the contract until (OTR) approves the appearance of the job site.

11. GOVERNMENT FACILITIES AND REGULATIONS: The Contractor, their employees, and any sub-contractors shall become familiar with and obey all Base/ Unit regulations. All personnel employed on the project shall keep within the limits of the work area, and shall not enter any other area outside of the work site unless to do so in the performance of their duties. There shall be No Smoking in any Coast Guard Building.

12. SUBMITTALS: The following list of submittals required for approval, defines the specific minimum requirements for this contract. The Contractor shall submit the submittals 5 days prior to the commencement of work and must obtain approval from the US Coast Guard. A “Catalog Cut” shall be submitted for each of these items, which will include the manufacturer’s description, specifications, and sketches of the material being used. The catalog cut shall contain sufficient information that can be used to determine compliance of the material with these specifications and referenced specifications.

13. GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. The contractor shall provide all supplies, material, labor and overhead for the installation of TWO (2) radon reduction systems as required to mitigate radon in two commercial buildings (one system per building).

2. All work shall be in accordance with EPA Radon Mitigation Standards (EPA 402-R-93-078) (enclosure 1). If any part of this scope of work contradicts the EPA standards, the EPA standards take precedence.

3. The contractor shall possesses a current certification from either the National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP) or the National Radon Safety Board (NRSB). Proof of current certification will be required upon contract award.

4. The radon mitigation systems shall be active sub-slab suction type also known as sub-slab depressurization type.

5. The contractor shall obtain all necessary permits and will follow all applicable building codes.

6. The installation shall include all related electrical work and connections for fans or any other component of the system requiring electricity. All electrical work shall be performed by a licensed electrician and shall comply with all applicable electrical codes.

7. The radon reduction system shall be clearly labeled to prevent accidental changes to the system that could disrupt its function.

8. The radon reduction system shall include a warning device to alert the USCG if the system stops working properly. Examples of system failure warning devices are: a liquid gauge (manometer), a sound alarm, a light indicator, a dial, a needle display, or other gauge. If installed on the exterior of the building, the warning device must be an appropriate type to withstand the elements and freezing temperatures. A protective enclosure may be used to protect the device so long as it does not negatively affect the system performance.

9. The radon reduction systems shall reduce indoor radon levels to below the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) threshold of 4.0 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) (i.e. 3.9 pCi/L or lower).

10. The contractor shall perform post-mitigation radon inspections in each building to confirm that the mitigation systems are working correctly to reduce the radon to below 4.0 pCi/L. The inspections will be completed within 30 days of installation, but no sooner than 24 hours after the system is placed into operation. The radon inspections shall be conducted using an alpha track device or properly calibrated NRPP-certified device. Test duration will be for a minimum of two weeks. Radon test reports shall be provided to the USCG electronically (PDF) and will clearly indicate the location of the test, test duration, make, model, and serial number of the test device, and the radon levels.

11. The contractor shall provide maintenance and operating instructions for the systems (i.e. instructions and schedule for replacing filters or maintaining fans, etc. as applicable).

12. Warranty: The contractor shall provide a warranty covering the equipment and workmanship for a period of 5 years from the date of installation. The warranty shall guarantee that the radon levels in all livable/work areas will remain below 4.0 pCi/L. Any additional work required to correct deficiencies or reduce radon levels below 4.0 pCi/L shall be at the contractor’s expense.

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