Scope of Work - Small~41.docx

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

SMALL PURCHASE PROCUREMENT

SCOPE OF WORK & PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

Date: March 3, 2021 File # 4-20-049

LOCATION: Eldon Hazlet State Park

PROJECT TITLE: Replace Above Ground Fuel Storage Tanks

PROJECT NARRATIVE:

This project will consist of replacing the two (2) existing double walled fuel storage tanks due to the inner tank walls are leaking into the interstitial space. The tanks are located at the Eldon Hazlet State Park main office area.

The project will include installing two (2) steel, double walled vented fuel storage tanks: 1 – 1500 gallon diesel tank and 1 – 1500 gallon gasohol tank and all pertinent piping, pumps, meters and hardware. The fuel storage system must be installed per the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) “Rules for Aboveground Fuel Dispensing Storage Tanks”, 41 Ill. Adm. Code 180. The existing fuel tanks, fuel and appurtenant systems are to be removed and disposed of offsite.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment and materials needed to install a new fuel storage system in accordance with 41 Ill. Adm. Code 180 Rules for Aboveground Fuel Dispensing Storage Tanks. The Contractor is required to file a permit application with the OSFM prior to installation and have the tanks inspected by the OSFM prior to filling. Copies of all sign-offs and approvals by the OSFM should be provided for DNR’s files.

The following items shall be addressed:

PROJECT OVERVIEW:

ATTACHMENTS:

The following documents are included:

1) Specification Section 33 56 13 Aboveground Storage Tank Installation

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

2) Contractor is responsible for locating and verifying the location of all utilities.

3) The Contractor is responsible for completing and filing for an AST Dispensing Application with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal. The application can be found on the State Fire Marshal’s website.

4) The new tanks and all hardware must be installed and calibrated per OSFM Code.

5) Tanks must be inspected and approved by the OFSM upon completion of installation and prior to the tanks being filled and dispensing fuel.

B. Project Instructions and Notes:

1) Work Completed by Prime Contractor A minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the work shall be completed by the Prime Contractor on this project. Pursuant to (30 ILCS 500/1-15.17) the Contractor is the person having a contract with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

3) Deliverables and Staff Training:

Two (2) sets of operating and maintenance manual and start-up procedures shall be provided to DNR. DNR staff shall receive proper training and instruction on the operation and maintenance of all new equipment.

5) Contractor’s Licensing and/or Certifications:

Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with all applicable contractor and trades person licensing with the appropriate State agency. This includes, but is not limited to:

a. AST Storage Tanks - Office of the State Fire Marshal

b. Licensed Electrician - for installation

6) Product Data:

Submit for the approval of the DNR Project Engineer and Site Superintendent product data for the following items prior to starting work: tanks, piping, hoses, vents, break-aways, top-fill equipment, disconnects, ladders, liquid level gauge, fill ports, leak detector, ground rod, emergency fuel shut-off switch and explosion proof seal-off.

7) Warranty:

The tanks, equipment, installation and miscellaneous equipment will have a minimum one-year warranty, unless otherwise specified by the manufacturers.

C. Project Requirements:

In accordance with 820 ILCS 130/5, the contractor and sub-contractor(s) shall make and keep, for a period of 5 years from the date of the last payment made on or after January 1, 2014 (the effective date of Public Act 98-328) on a contract or subcontract for public works, records of all laborers, mechanics, and other workers employed by them on the project.

No later than the 15th day of each calendar month, the contractor shall file a certified payroll for the immediately preceding month with the Department of Natural Resources.

5) Employment of Public Workers on Public Works:

In a period of excessive unemployment rates, State contractors (1) constructing or building any public works or (2) cleaning-up and disposing on-site of hazardous waste, and that clean-up or on-site disposal is funded or financed in whole or in part with State funds or funds administered by the State, are required to employ at least 90% Illinois laborers on such project. For projects involving clean-up and on-site disposal of hazardous waste, emergency response or immediate removal activities are excluded. This requirement applies to all labor whether skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled, whether manual or non- manual.

A period of excessive unemployment rates is defined as any month immediately following two consecutive calendar months during which the level of unemployment in the State of Illinois has exceeded 5% as measured by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics in its monthly publication of employment and unemployment figures.

Any public works project financed in whole or in part by federal funds administered by the State of Illinois is covered under the provisions of this requirement, to the extent permitted by any applicable federal law or regulation. 30 ILCS 570.

Contractors may receive an exception from this requirement by submitting a request and supporting documents certifying that Illinois laborers are either not available or are incapable of performing the particular type of work involved. The certification must: (a) be submitted to the agency within the first quarter of the Contract Term; (b) provide sufficient support that demonstrates the exception is met; (c) be signed by an authorized signatory of the contractor; and (d) be approved by the agency.

6) Small Business Set-Aside The Contractor awarded the project must be registered as a small business, as required by the Small Business Set-Aside Program. (For complete requirements, to become registered, or to certify your business is in the Small Business Set-Aside Program, visit the Illinois Procurement Gateway (IPG) at https://ipg.vendorreg.com/ or call (217) 782-1270.

7) Apprenticeship-in-Training When applicable, the contractor and all subcontractors must be participants in apprenticeship and training programs that are both approved by and registered with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training. The program(s) must be in the same trade(s) in which the contractor or subcontractor performs work. For information on how to participate in or set up a program, contractors may call the U.S. Department of Labor at 312/596-5508 or visit their website http://www.doleta.gov/oa/ .

8) Illinois Office The bidder must certify that the bidder will maintain an Illinois office as the primary place of employment for persons employed in the construction authorized by the contract.

10) Insurance Contractor shall, at all times during the term of this contract and any renewals or extensions, maintain and provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the State as an additionally insured for all required bonds and insurance. Certificates may not be modified or canceled until at least thirty (30) days’ notice has been provided to the State. Contractor shall provide: (a) General Commercial Liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage) and $2,000,000 Annual Aggregate; (b) Auto Liability, including Hired Auto and Non-owned Auto (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage), in amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; and (c) Worker’s Compensation Insurance in the amount required by law. Insurance shall not limit Contractor’s obligation to indemnify, defend, or settle any claims.

11) Performance Bond/Labor and Material Payment Bond Pursuant to the Public Construction Bond Act (30 ILCS 550/), a performance bond and a labor and material payment bond covering the faithful performance of the contract and the payment of all obligations arising thereunder, shall be required if the project cost exceeds $50,000. Each bond shall be in the full amount of the contract. The bond must be from a surety licensed to do business within the State of Illinois and acceptable to IDNR.

12) Minority Contractor Opportunity Initiative The State requires a fee of $15 to cover Expenses related to the administration of the Minority Contractor Opportunity Initiative. Any Vendor awarded a contract under Section 20-10, 20-15, 20-25 or 20-30 of the Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500) of $1000 or more is required to pay a fee of $15. The Comptroller shall deduct the fee from the first check issued to the Vendor under the contract and deposit the fee in the Comptroller’s Administrative Fund.

13) Permits and Licenses Permits and licenses necessary for the execution of the work shall be secured and paid for by the Contractor.

14) Utilities Before starting excavation, establish location and extent of underground utilities occurring in the work area. Contractor shall contact Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators (J.U.L.I.E.) 800-892-0123.

15) Highway Permits The Contractor is responsible for contacting the appropriate County Superintendent(s) of Highways and/or other appropriate local officials concerning the proposed work activities on the project as they may relate to use of the County and local road system. Coordination of any activities of concern to the County or Township shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Special attention shall be given to load limits and seasonal restrictions.

16) New Products Unless otherwise specifically provided in the contract documents, all materials, equipment and products incorporated in the work under the contract shall be new and of a suitable grade for the purpose intended.

18) Specified Materials Bids shall be based on providing all products exactly as required by the project specifications. Contractor may select from the list of acceptable manufacturers, offer an “equal” product and provide proof of its capabilities to meet the project specifications or, for products specified only by reference or performance standards, select any product which meets or exceeds the specified standards, by any manufacturer, subject to the approval of DNR.

19) Final Cleaning Contractor shall clean-up all work related debris and construction materials and properly dispose off-site. The Contractor shall repair and otherwise make good any damage caused by the work and leave the premises in the equivalent of the original condition.

20) Warranties The Contractor warrants that all work provided under the contract will be in conformance with the contract and free from defects in workmanship, materials, and equipment for a period of one year from the goods acceptance date. See Section B. Project Instructions and Notes, for any extended warranties that may apply.

21) Change Orders Change order shall be defined as a change in a contract term, other than as specifically provided for in the contract, which authorizes or necessitates any increase or decrease in the cost of the contract or the time for completion. A change order shall be executed by the State agency and vendor evidencing the change. All changes shall be approved by the CPO, or designee, and be accompanied by a written determination that the circumstances said to necessitate the change in performance were not reasonably foreseeable at the time the contract was signed and the change is germane to the original contract as signed. Change orders that increase or decrease the cost of a contract or an estimated contract by a total of $10,000 or more or the time of completion by more than 30 days shall be published on the Illinois Procurement Bulletin, pursuant to Section 15-25 of the Code and documented pursuant to Section 33E-9 of the Criminal Code of 2012, in advance of execution of the change order.

22) Inducement Resolution All or a portion of this project may be paid or reimbursed from the proceeds of tax-exempt bonds subsequently issued by the State.

23) Payment Payments, including late payment charges, will be paid in accord with the State Prompt Payment Act and rules when applicable, 30 ILCS 540/; 74 III. Adm. Code 900. This shall be the Contractor’s sole remedy for late payments by the State. Payment terms contained in Contractor’s invoice(s) shall have no force or effect.

26) Bid Submittal Bids may be submitted electronically on BidBuy or by submitting the attached Bid Form to Frederick.Murphy@illinois.gov

28) Questions

ALL QUESTIONS PERTAINING TO THE SCOPE OF WORK OR THE BIDBUY PROCEDURES, MUST

BE DIRECTED TO Frederick.Murphy@illinois.gov . ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING NO LATER THAN THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE THE BID DATE.