Solicitation_W912WJ22Q0140.pdf

MANSFIELD HOLLOW LAKE

MARC D'AMATO

141 MANSFIELD HOLLOW RD

MANSFIELD CENTER CT 06250-9802

TEL: 978-318-8554 FAX:

REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS

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1. REQUEST NO. 2. DATE ISSUED RATING

W912WJ22Q0140 10-Aug-2022 5a. ISSUED BY

8. TO: NAME AND ADDRESS, INCLUDING ZIP CODE

IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this

Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State, and local taxes)

ITEM NO.

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SUPPLIES/ SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

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UNIT

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UNIT PRICE

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SEE SCHEDULE

AMOUNT

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13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER (Street, City, County, State, and ZIP Code)

14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO

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15. DATE OF

QUOTATION

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9783188255ANN M ADLEY

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Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

*SITE VISIT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED PRIOR TO PROVIDING A QUOTE. SEE CLAUSE 52.236-27

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

*PLEASE DIRECT QUESTIONS TO ANN MURPHY ADLEY AT (978) 318-8255 or

ANN.M.ADLEY@USACE.ARMY.MIL. ANY INFORMATION RECEIVED AT THE SITE VISIT WHICH

CONFLICTS WITH THIS SOLICITAION SHOULD BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF ANN MURPHY

ADLEY. THE SOLICITATION AND RESULTING CONTRACT SHALL BE THE GOVERNING DOCUMENT

IN ALL CASES.

**QUOTES CAN BE E-MAILED TO ANN MURPHY ADLEY AT ANN.M.ADLEY@USACE.ARMY.MIL.

NOTE 1: In accordance with FAR Part 28.102-1(b), the Contractor will be required to provide the following payment protections for all construction contracts greater than $150,000.00.

(i) Payment Bond or

(ii) Irrevocable Letter of Credit and

(iii) Performance Bond

A Payment Bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit is the SELECTED payment protection for the Government. The penal amount of bond shall be 100% of the original contract price. If the contract price increases, the Government will require an increase in the penal sum of the existing bond. This bond shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer within 10 days after receipt of award.

A Performance Bond shall be required if the total price of the quote is greater than $150,000.00. The penal amount of the Performance Bond shall be 100% of the original contract price. If the contract price increases, the Government will require an increase in the penal sum of the existing bond. This bond shall also be submitted to the Contracting Officer within 10 days after receipt of award.

NOTE 2: In accordance with FAR Part 28.102-1(c), the Contractor will be required to provide one of the following payment protections for all construction contracts greater than $35,000.00 but not greater than $150,000.00.

(i) Payment bond or

(ii) Irrevocable letter of credit

A Payment Bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit is the SELECTED payment protection for the Government. The penal amount of bond shall be 100% of the original contract price. If the contract price increases, the Government will require an increase in the penal sum of the existing bond. This bond shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer within 10 days after receipt of award.

**No Payment Protections Required for construction contracts less than $35,000**

NOTE 3:

QUOTATION INSTRUCTIONS:

1. If subcontractor will be used for this work, please provide company names:

2. In accordance with FAR Part 52.204-7(b)(1) Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.SAM.gov) to submit an offer. (Formerly the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database and the On-Line Representations and Certifications (ORCA).) Any reference to CCR or ORCA in any clause or provision is referring to the www.sam.gov website. Please note that Google and Google Chrome are not supported browsers for SAM registration. Mozilla FireFox, Safari, and Internet Explorer are supported browsers.

NOTE: SAM.gov registration takes approximately 3 weeks (DUNS registration 1-2 business days; CAGE code validation up to 10 business days; IRS validation and overall submission 7-10 business days). It is the contractor’s responsibility to track SAM.gov registration and follow-up with required tasks.

In addition, if you are registering a new entity in SAM.gov, you must provide an original, signed notarized letter stating that you are the authorized Entity Administrator. The Entity Administrator must establish a LOGIN.GOV account using the e-mail address that will be associated with the SAM registration. See https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/organization/federal-acquisition-service/office-of-systems-management/integrated-award-environment-iae/sam-update for additional information.

3. Provide business DUNS number: _______________________________ (phone 800-333-0505 for DUNS).

4. Provide business CAGE code: __________________________________

5. Tax Identification Number: ___________________________________

6. Contractors shall provide completed FAR clause 52.204-8 (Annual Representations and Certifications) found in Section K of this solicitation with their quote, if the Contractors have not completed their annual representations and certifications electronically via the SAM website at www.sam.gov. (See Paragraph 2 above).

7. Contractors are not required to submit an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) with their quote. The successful offeror will be required to submit this document at the direction of the Technical Point of Contact. The APP must be accepted by the Government Designated Authority prior to the commencement of work.

POTENTIAL QUOTERS ARE NOTIFIED THAT THE BASIS ON WHICH AWARD WILL BE MADE IS PRICE

ALONE.

ALL RESPONSIBLE SOURCES MAY SUBMIT A RESPONSE WHICH, IF TIMELY RECEIVED, MUST BE

CONSIDERED BY THE AGENCY.

INVOICES SHALL BE SENT TO TECHNICAL POINT OF CONTACT.

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job MHD Install Galvanized Staircase

FFP

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and transportation necessary to install a galvanized staircase at Mansfiled Hollow Dam; Dike D in accordance with the statement of work.

FOB: Destination

PSC CD: Y1QA

NET AMT

0002 1 Job MHD Galvanized Fence, Top Platform

FFP

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and transportation necessary to install a galvanized chain link fence and locakable gate around the staircase top platform at Mansfiled Hollow Dam; Dike D in accordance with the statement of work.

0003 1 Job MHD Galvanized Fence - Operator Dike D

FFP

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and transportation necessary to install a galvanized chain link fence and lockable gate around the operator for Dike D at Mansfiled Hollow Dam in accordance with the statement of work.

Section C - Descriptions and Specifications

STATEMENT OF WORK

INSTALL GALVANIZED STAIRS AND GALVANIZED CHAIN LINK SECURITY

FENCE WITH HINGED GATES

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

MANSFIELD HOLLOW DAM; DIKE B

MANSFIELD CENTER, CT

STATEMENT OF WORK

I. General:

1. Scope Contractor will supply and install a new galvanized staircase with railing, a top landing, a mid-run landing, and a bottom landing; approximate total rise will be fifteen feet (15’) and total run will be approximately thirty-one feet (31’). A galvanized chain link security fence with lockable gate will be installed around staircase top platform, partially restricting access to top landing.

Additionally, contractor will install a galvanized chain link security fence with lockable hinged gate around the operator for Mansfield Hollow Dam Dike B.

2. Location Mansfield Hollow Dam Dike B is located behind residence at 131 Warrenville Rd (Route 89), Mansfield Center, CT 06250

See below for photographs and maps which contain further location information

3. Site Visit To arrange a site visit, contact the Technical Point of Contact, Park Ranger Marc D’Amato; marc.a.damato@usace.army.mil / (860)268-7206.

Note: Vehicle access is restricted by a gate, however location can be reached on foot with a short walk from gate.

4. Schedule The work shall commence within 15 days of receipt of the Notice to Proceed and be completed no later than 180 days from the Notice to Proceed. Work shall be performed Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM unless otherwise approved by the Technical Point of Contact. No work shall be done on weekends or Government holidays.

5. Safety

a) General:

All work shall be conducted in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1, most recent edition), and all applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), federal, state, and local safety and health requirements. A copy of EM 385-1-1 can be accessed at the project office or electronically at the following link:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/E M_385-1-1.pdf

Project staff reserve the right to cease work at any time should the safety of employees, contractor s, and/or the public become jeopardized.

b) Accident Prevention Plan:

The contractor shall prepare an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) specific to the activities being performed. It shall include Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) as described below. A non-mandatory, fillable APP template is available upon request.

However, the contractor is permitted to submit their own plan, at a minimum it must meet the requirements of EM 385- 1-1, Appendix A.

A preparatory meeting shall be conducted by the Prime Contractor to discuss the APP contents with all effected onsite employees. The Prime Contractor is responsible for informing the subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the contract, the penalties for noncompliance, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities are being carried out.

Weekly safety meetings shall be held and documented. Records shall be available to the Technical Point of Contact upon request.

c) Activity Hazard Analysis:

An AHA shall be submitted for each major phase of work. A major phase of work is defined as an operation involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous operations or where a new subcontractor or work crew is to perform the work. The analysis shall define all activities to be performed, identify the sequence of work, the specific hazards anticipated, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable level. The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate.

COVID-19 NOTE: As part of the APP and AHA’s, include site specific COVID-19 monitoring procedures which address, at a minimum, the following elements:

Procedures for periodic sanitation inspections.

Procedures for disinfecting project sites in accordance with Centers for Disease

Control (CDC) guidelines.

Site specific measures to practice social distancing while working on the project.

Employee training on the signs, symptoms, and protection measures in accordance with CDC guidelines.

A list of Personal Protective Equipment to be used in accordance with CDC and state guidelines.

d) Emergency Response:

Emergency procedures shall be documented in the Accident Prevention Plan and will include a map with directions to the nearest hospital, emergency contact numbers, and onsite First Aid/CPR responders.

e) Required Personnel:

The contractor shall employ a minimum of one Competent Person (CP) at each project site to function as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO). The SSHO shall be present at the project site and report to the contractor’s upper management. The SSHO is required to have related construction experience and have at a minimum completed a 10 Hour OSHA training.

In addition, when emergency medical services are not accessible within 5 minutes of the work location and there are 2 or more workers onsite, at least 2 employees shall have (in- person) training in First Aid and CPR. Minimum qualifications are listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 03.A.02.c.

*Note: Other Competent or Qualified Persons may be required per EM 385-1-1 and/or other sections of this Scope of Work, based on the characteristics of the project*

f) Accident Reporting:

All accidents and near misses shall be investigated by the contractor. All work-related recordable injuries, illnesses, and property damage accidents (excluding on-the-road vehicle accidents), in which the property damage exceeds $5,000.00, shall be verbally reported to the Technical Point of Contact within four (4) hours of the incident.

Serious accidents as described in EM 385-1-1 Section 01.D shall be immediately reported to the Technical Point of Contact. ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the Technical Point of Contact within five (5) working days of the incident.

g) Exposure Hours:

The contractor shall compile employee work hours (including subcontractors) and forward the total hours to the Technical Point of Contact no later than close of business on the 10th calendar day of the following month. The method of transmission by the prime contractor to the Technical Point of Contact shall be electronically.

6. Cranes/Load Handling Equipment (LHE)

a. General: All load handling and crane operations are required to be completed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 16. These requirements are applicable to load handling equipment (LHE) to include cranes, derricks, hoists, and power-operated equipment that can be used to raise, lower and/or horizontally move a suspended load.

This includes excavators, forklifts, and other equipment when used with rigging.

b. Submittals: A Standard Lift Plan is required to be submitted and approved by the

Technical Point of Contact prior to any lifting operations. USACE can provide a non-mandatory, fillable template plan. However, the contractor is permitted to submit their own plan, at a minimum it must include the items listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.A.03:

a. Personnel: roles, responsibilities, qualification/certifications, operator medical clearances;

b. Area Preparation: load handling location and path of travel, blocking/cribbing, overhead lines, ground stability; control/restrict personnel access near lift;

c. Load Handling Equipment Considerations: capacity/ratings, configuration, obstructions, inspection, ground support conditions;

d. Load parameters: weight, center of gravity, radii, and configuration;

e. Rigging: type, inspection, rating, need for softeners;

f. Environmental Considerations: wind, storms, precipitation, power lines in area of travel or load swing, counterweight swing area barricaded.

g. Certificate of Compliance for Load Handling Equipment and Rigging (Form 16-1)

h. Documentation of operational tests and annual/shift inspections;

i. Documentation of the wire rope’s working load limit from the manufacturer;

j. A copy of the crane’s specification/technical data sheets. (PDF version is acceptable).

c. Critical Lifts: A Critical Lift Plan (Form 16-3, or equivalent, in accordance with 16.H.02.d) is required for lifts involving the characteristics listed in EM 385-1-1, 16.H.01:

a. Lifts involving hazardous materials (e.g., explosives, highly volatile substances);

b. Hoisting personnel with Load Handling Equipment;

c. Lifts made with more than one Load Handling Equipment;

d. Lifts where the center of gravity could change;

e. Lifts made when the load weight is 75% of the rated capacity of the Load Handling

Equipment load chart or more (not applicable to gantry, overhead or bridge cranes);

f. Lifts without the use of outriggers using rubber tire load charts;

g. Lifts using more than one hoist on the same Load Handling Equipment;

h. Lifts involving Multiple Lift Rigging Assemblies or other non-routine or technically difficult rigging arrangements;

i. Lifts involving submerged loads;

j. Lifts out of the operator’s view;

k. Load Tests;

l. When land-based Load Handling Equipment mounted on barges, pontoons or other means of flotation are required to travel while lifting the load;

m. Any lift the operator believes should be considered critical.

d. Crane Operators: Crane Operators must meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B. Prior to the start of crane activities, documentation of operator certifications, qualifications and designations must be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact for review.

a. Certification for all crane/hoist operators shall be achieved by successful completion of written and operational testing hosted by a Nationally Accredited Crane Operator Testing Organization (or other option as listed in 16.B.03.)

b. Crane operators shall have a current medical exam certificate (signed by an M.D. or D.O.) dated within the past 2 years, that states the operator meets the proper physical qualifications listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B.05. (Refer to the Crane Operator Medical Clearance Form included in Crane-LHE Lift Plan template).

e. Qualified Riggers (QRs): Employers must designate in writing which employees are

Qualified Riggers and the specific rigging tasks for which they are qualified. All Qualified Riggers must meet the requirements listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 15.B.01:

a. Have extensive knowledge, training & experience to sufficiently calculate loads, load weights, safe capacities and apply other safe rigging principles/procedures;

b. Demonstrate the ability to utilize rigging materials and principles, and;

c. Be capable of safely inspecting and performing rigging operations.

d. Effectively communicate, be over 18 years of age, and have basic knowledge of Load

Handling Equipment capabilities and limitations.

e. Have demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the items listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 15.B.02:

1) Personnel roles and responsibilities;

2) Site preparation (terrain, environment);

3) Rigging equipment and materials;

4) Safe Hoisting Equipment operating procedures;

5) Principles of safe rigging;

6) Environmental hazards (includes overhead interferences);

7) Rigging and handling the load;

8) Identify hoisting-related hazards;

9) The associated hazards when employee is required to be in the fall zone to handle a load;

f. Signal Person: A signal person is required to be utilized onsite when the operator cannot maintain a full view of the load and the load travel paths at all times the load is rigged to the equipment. A signal person must meet the qualifications listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B.06

a. All signal persons must be qualified and trained by Qualified Evaluator (trainer).

Documentation must be provided by the Evaluator and must specify each type of signaling (e.g., hand signals, radio signals, etc.) for which they were trained.

b. A Signal Person must:

c. Know and understand the type of signals used (radio, cell, hand, etc.) If hand signals are used, the signal person must know and understand the Standard Method for hand signals;

d. Be competent in the application of the type of signals used;

e. Have a basic understanding of crane operation and limitations, including crane dynamics involved in swinging and stopping loads and boom deflection from hoisting loads;

f. Demonstrate that he/she meets the requirements above through a written and practical test;

g. Operational Testing: An operational test is required to be completed in accordance with

ANSI/ASME, the manufacture’s recommendations, and 16.F.02 when one of the following criteria is met:

a. Before initial use of a crane after a load bearing/controlling part or component, (brake, travel component, or clutch) has been altered, replaced, or repaired.

*Adding/removing counterweights is not considered load controlling/load bearing*

b. Every time a crane or hoisting equipment(s) is reconfigured or re-assembled after disassembly (to include booms);

c. Every time a crane and/or hoisting equipment is brought onto a USACE project;

d. Every year during annual inspection;

e. Operations testing, at a minimum, shall include the components listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.F.02.c:

1) Load lifting and lowering mechanisms;

2) Boom lifting and lowering mechanisms;

3) Boom extension and retraction mechanisms;

4) Swinging mechanisms;

5) Travel mechanisms;

6) Safety devices;

7) Operational aids;

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h. Shift Inspections: Before every Load Handling Equipment operation (at beginning of each shift or following a change of operator) a Competent Person shall, at a minimum, visually inspect the crane in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 16.D, applicable American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards, OSHA regulations, and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Equipment shall not be used until this inspection demonstrates that no corrective action is required.

a. The shift inspection must be documented and shall include the results of the inspection, name and signature of the Competent Person who conducted the inspection and the date of the inspection;

b. Documentation shall be maintained for a minimum of 12 months, or the life of the contract, whichever is longer;

i. Load Test: A load test is required to be completed when one of the criteria is met in EM

385-1-1, Section 16.F.03. They include:

a. Before initial use of crane or hoisting equipment in which a load bearing or load controlling part or component, brake, travel component, or clutch has been altered, replaced, or repaired;

b. Every time a crane or hoisting equipment(s) is reconfigured or re-assembled after disassembly (to include booms);

c. When the manufacturer requires load testing;

d. NOTE: Load Testing shall be performed at 100 to 110% of the ANTICIPATED LOAD for the specified configuration, not to exceed 100% of the manufacturer's load chart at the configuration of the test. The actual anticipated load itself may be used as the test load if approved by the Technical Point of Contact.

7. Preconstruction Conference

Prior to the start of any site work, the Technical Point of Contact will schedule and conduct a “Preconstruction Conference”. The contractor ’s Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel will attend this meeting. This conference will be held at the time and location agreeable to the government and contractor. No site work may be performed under this contract prior to this conference. The purpose of the conference is to enable the Technical Point of Contact to outline the procedures that will be followed by the Government in its administration of the contract, and to discuss the performance that will be expected from the contractor . This conference will allow the contractor an opportunity to ask questions about the Government’s administration and inspection of contract work or obtain other pertinent information that might be required. At the Preconstruction conference the contractor shall provide to the name of the project superintendent with a telephone number for project coordination.

The following is a general list of items for discussion during this Preconstruction Conference:

•Authority of the Technical Point of Contact.

•Contractor’s Safety Program (including sub-contractors).

•Accident Prevention Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis.

•Weekly Safety Meetings (Documented on NED Form 251) •Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394) •Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements •Lifting Plan •Correspondence, Communication and Administrative Procedures.

•Invoice and payment.

8. Permits

The contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, permits, and letters of certification. The contractor shall comply with any applicable Federal, State, County, and Municipal laws, codes, and regulations in connection with the performance of the work specified under this contract.

9. Security The contractor will comply with all established security policies on project grounds. Due to periods of heightened security that may affect the access to the areas covered under this contract, the Government reserves the right to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent work. The contractor shall be given at least 24-hour notice of any such closure.

10. Contractor Conduct Alcohol and firearms are prohibited on project grounds. Contractor and employees must comply with CFR 36 Rules and Regulations.

11. Payment

After final inspection and acceptance by the Government, the contractor must submit an invoice to the Technical Point of Contact. The invoice shall include the invoice date, contract number, dates of work, description of work, quantities, process, and total amount due per line item. The invoice must also include the company letterhead, and this must match the data that is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) registry.

For jobs greater than 30 days the contractor may request progress payment.

All invoices may be mailed to:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers West Thompson Lake 449 Reardon Rd.

North Grosvenordale, CT 06255 Or sent via email to marc.a.damato@usace.army.mil

II. Technical Requirements:

Part 1 General:

1. Summary

Contractor will supply and install a new galvanized staircase with railing, a top landing, a mid-run landing, and a bottom landing; approximate total rise will be fifteen feet (15’) and total run will be approximately thirty-one feet (31’). A galvanized chain link security fence with lockable gate will be installed around staircase top platform, partially restricting access to top landing.

Additionally, contractor will install a galvanized chain link security fence with lockable hinged gate around the operator for Mansfield Hollow Dam Dike B.

2. Submittals Although the Government technically reviews submissions required by this Statement of Work, it is emphasized that the contractor ’s work must be completed using proper internal controls and review procedures. The documents identified below must be prepared in accordance with the applicable standards, submitted to the Technical Point of Contact for review and accepted by the Government prior to the commencement of any field activities. Templates for the Accident Prevention Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis may be provided upon request.

1. Accident Prevention Plan–Prior to the Start of Field Work

2. Activity Hazard Analysis– Prior to the Start of Field Work

3. Lifting Plan – Prior to the Start of Field Work

4. Manufacturer Data sheets for any products used, Warranty paperwork, including type, etc. - Prior to the Start of Field Work

3. References

a. Manufacturer’s recommendations for installation of fence

b. Manufacturer’s recommendations for installation of footings

c. Manufacturer’s recommendations for installation of fabricated steel staircase, railings, and landings.

4. Existing Conditions Mansfield Hollow Dike B is a remote site, therefore has no utilities or restroom facilities.

The crest of Dike B is paved with asphalt and is approximately 11’ wide with steel cable guide rails on both sides. There are currently no stairs between crest of dike and concrete gate operator platform. The surface of the dike consists of approximately 1’-6” depth of loosely placed riprap rock fill, underlain by a 3’ layer of selected pervious fill material.

Below this is a layer of impervious fill material which is a critical component of the dike.

See as-built cross section of the dike at the end of this specification for details.

Stairs are to be installed over Dike B riprap, which is sloped, loose, and rocky. Footings will be installed in this terrain. Staircase approximate total rise will be fifteen feet (15’) and total run will be approximately thirty-one feet (31’). Note that this is an active flood protection structure; in order not to damage the internal impervious fill materials, depth of footings will be limited to no more than 24” below the existing riprap surface.

Chain link fence will be installed on/in existing concrete gate operator platform. Steel railing is currently in place and will be removed. Three (3) steel access plates will remain in place and locked throughout execution of contract. Outside of concrete apron the terrain is sloped, loose, and rocky.

Access to site is restricted to vehicles by a locked gate. Contractor will be given a combination for lock to access site as needed once contract is awarded.

5. Clean Up and Waste Disposal The contractor shall practice good housekeeping to maintain a safe job site. The contractor shall keep the work area, including any designated storage areas free from accumulation of waste materials. Upon completing work in an area, the contractor shall remove any tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government.

Any and all disturbed areas resulting from contractor activities shall be restored by the contractor to the satisfaction of the Technical Point of Contact. All waste material will be disposed of offsite in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations.

6. Environmental Protection Containers for excess and/ or waste materials, rubbish, etc. shall be provided by the contractor at the site, and the site will be inspected/ cleaned daily when working onsite.

Water, air, and land resources shall not be adversely impacted during the work. The contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all Federal, State, and Local environmental regulatory requirements are met at no additional cost to the Government. Assurance of compliance with this section by subcontractors shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

7. Sustainability & Environmentally Preferred Products

Under the Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPG) program, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designates products that are or can be made with recovered materials, and recommends practices for buying these products. Any designated product that is being offered or supplied under this contract shall meet the minimum recommended content levels as identified under the CPG program. Visit https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program for a complete list of designated products and the associated recommended contents levels.

Offerors must be able to demonstrate that each offered products meets minimum content levels upon request.

8. Personal Protective Equipment

It is the contractor’s responsibility to furnish and supply personnel with the proper personal protective equipment necessary for performing the work.

9. Government Resources The government may supply any electricity necessary for the project work from points of existing outlets when available. The contractor shall carefully conserve the use of electricity provided. The contractor shall supply his own means of communication (telephone). There is not a restroom available at the contract site, and there is no access to potable water at the contract site. The contractor would have to provide these resources or have an acceptable alternative plan for these resources.

10. Damage to Government and Private Property The contractor shall be responsible for restoring all Government facilities or structures damaged because of the contractor’s operation. The contractor shall also be responsible for any damage to private property or injury to any person because of the contractor’s operation. The contractor shall notify the Project Manager immediately of damage to Government and private property and injury to any person resulting from the contractor’s operation. Also, the contractor shall notify the Technical Point of Contact of damage to Government facilities due to vandalism or other causes on the day such damage is first noticed. Trucks and/or trailers will be driven on existing roads only and not across or through park areas to facilities. The contractor shall also restore landscape features (shrubs, flowers, grasses, etc.), which are damaged or destroyed by the contractor’s operation. Damaged or destroyed grass areas shall be re-planted as directed by the Technical Point of Contact, and shrubs and flowers which are damaged or destroyed shall be replaced from nursery stock of like size and kind.

11. Omissions This contract may not cover all specified activities, steps, and procedures required to supply the contract product. In case of omission, the normal industry, state, or federal standards, practices, specifications, and/or guides shall prevail. In no instance shall an omission be reason to produce less than an acceptable product.

12. Quality Assurance The contractor is responsible for the quality control of the contract work. The contractor shall establish and maintain a quality control system to assure compliance with the contract requirements. The government has the right to inspect and test all items called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and at all places during the term of the contract.

13. Other Contracts The Government may undertake or award other contracts for additional work not related to this contract, and the contractor shall fully cooperate with other contractors and Government employees. The contractor shall not commit or permit any act which will interfere with the performance of work by another contractor or by Government employees.

14. Receiving and Storing Materials The contractor is responsible for protecting any stored material until it is placed in service. The contractor is responsible for receiving and unloading of delivered goods.

Government employees will not receive materials or supplies for the contractor and will not be responsible for damage to the contractor’s equipment or materials.

Part 2 Products:

1. Materials and Equipment – General

a. The intent of this material section is not to specify every product to be used in the execution of the work. Rather, to define the expected standards to be followed and the quality of the product to be used.

b. All construction material shall be new, un-used and be first quality material or products. In addition, construction material shall be produced domestically or manufactured domestically in accordance with the Buy American Act.

2. Stair Set

a. Stair Sets will be constructed off-site in a fabrication facility and will be made from galvanized steel.

i. Treads will be I-Bar grating with galvanized steel nosing .

ii. A top landing, mid-run landing, and bottom landing will be installed;

measurements are as follows:

a. Top landing will measure six feet (6’) wide by eight feet (8’) long. Installed level with top of dike crest pavement.

b. Mid-run landing will measure four feet (4’) wide by four feet (4’) long. Mid-run landing will be located as close to middle of run as is feasible.

c. Bottom landing will measure approximately six feet (6’) wide by eight feet (8’) long. Final measurements to be determined by contractor with Technical Point of Contact having final approval.

Landing will be installed level with gate operator platform.

iii. All stair treads will be four (4’) feet wide.

iv. Railings will be on both sides of stair sets and all landings with a top, mid-rail, and bottom rail. Railings will be installed with a top surface height between thirty-four inches (34”) and thirty-eight inches (38”).

v. Stair set anchoring will be done by concrete footings and manufacturer recommended depth using approved hardware for outdoor use.

vi. Stair sets shall be able to safely carry a 1,000-pound moving concentrated load.

vii. Stairs, Railings, Spindles and Landings shall be galvanized.

3. Chain Link Fence System - System will meet or exceed US Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, FE5 security fence with top and bottom tension wire, without barbed wire apron specifications (as seen in Informational Sketch No. 1). The overall fence width will be 96 inches. All posts shall meet ASTM F1083 and F1043.

a. Eight foot (8’) tall chain link fence fabric

i. 9-gauge steel wire – galvanized

ii. 2” diamond pattern

iii. Knuckle selvage

iv. Top Rails

v. Bottom tension wire

vi. Galvanized steel fittings

b. Framework

i. Line Posts

1. Shall be welded galvanized steel

2. Minimum 2.375 inch outside diameter pipe

3. Evenly Spaced, maximum distance apart will be 120 inches

4. Posts will be capped

ii. Corner, End and Pull Posts

1. Shall be welded galvanized steel

2. 2.875 inch outside diameter round

3. Posts will be capped

iii. Post Anchor

1. Ground Anchor

a. A minimum diameter hole of 24 inches wide for corner and gate posts

b. A minimum diameter hole of 16 inches wide for line posts

c. Hole depth will be a maximum of twenty-four inches (24”) below the existing riprap surface; this is to protect the inner layers of soil in the dike from damage.

d. Post to be set in concrete to same level as ground anchor

2. Concrete Wall Anchor

a. Minimum twelve inches (12”) in depth

b. Post to be set with hydraulic cement to industry standard

c. Where anchored into/onto existing concrete gate operator, industry best practices and manufacturer recommendations will be utilized. Final location of anchor points to be determined by Contractor, with final approval from Technical Point of Contact.

c. Gates

i. Single Swing

ii. Post

1. Shall be welded galvanized steel with 2.875 inch diameter round

2. Chain Link Fabric

a. Same as fence

3. Direction of Swing

a. To be determined by Technical Point of Contact

iii. Minimum 72” gate opening height

iv. Minimum 36” gate opening width

v. Anchored appropriately at top of stairs in accordance with manufacturer recommendations for depth and using appropriate exterior rated hardware.

d. Hardware/Fittings

i. Shall be galvanized steel

e. Post Caps

i. All posts shall be capped with galvanized heavy pressed steel

f. Grounding

i. All electrically conductive materials of the fence - to include but not limited to posts, fence fabric, and gates – shall be properly grounded.

4. Railing System

a. Post

i. All posts to be welded steel – galvanized

ii. 2.375 inch outside diameter round

b. Rails

i. Welded steel – galvanized

ii. 2.375 inch outside diameter round

iii. Top Rail will be installed between thirty-four inches (34”) and thirty-eight inches (38”) from ground/top of step/landing.

iv. Intermediate rail will be installed halfway between top rail and bottom rail.

v. Bottom rail shall act as a toe kick and be no more than four inches (4”) from ground/top of step/landing.

c. Anchor

i. Shall be set in concrete.

d. Hardware/Fittings

i. Shall be galvanized steel

Part 3 Execution:

1. Safety Equipment: It is the contractor’s responsibility to furnish and supply personnel with the proper personal protective equipment (Hardhats, Hand Protection, Eye Protection, Fall Protection etc.) when and where necessary.

2. Contractor Qualifications:

a. All work shall be performed by Qualified Personnel with verifiable credentials who are familiar with applicable code requirements. Verifiable credentials consist of State, National and/or Local Certifications or Licenses that a Master or Journeyman Professional may hold, depending on work being performed.

3. Demolition –

a. The contractor is responsible for disconnecting guidewire railing in order to access worksite.

b. Disconnect wire railing anchors.

c. Remove wire railing from work area.

d. Remove wire railing posts in work area. Please note that once top platform and access gate are installed the guidewire rail will be re-installed and re-anchored on both sides of newly constructed fencing. This may require re-use or replacement of guidewire rail posts.

e. Remove railings from Gate Operator Platform.

4. Installation – Galvanized Steel Staircase

a. The contractor will verify all measurements

b. Clean and prepare area for new installation.

c. The contractor shall install new staircase and all footings in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

d. Concrete footings will be substantial enough and installed a maximum of twenty-four inches (24”) below the existing rock slope surface. A larger diameter concrete footing may be needed to account for the limited depth to prevent the staircase from shifting.

i. Rip rap rocks will be moved where necessary.

ii. Footing holes may be either mechanically dug or hand dug to manufacturer’s recommended depth or 24” below the existing riprap surface (whichever is lesser) for proper stair anchoring.

iii. A cardboard concrete form will be used for all footings of proper size for stair attachment.

iv. Contractor shall not install damaged materials or equipment.

v. Stair sets will be plumb, level and stable upon completion.

5. Installation – Fencing System and Hinged Gates

a. The contractor will verify all measurements.

b. The contractor shall install the new fence system and components in accordance with the Manufacturer’s Recommendations.

c. Where applicable, install the framework pipe with concrete and allow concrete to cure. Footings will be installed a maximum of twenty-four inches (24”) below the existing riprap surface. A larger diameter concrete footing may be needed to account for the limited depth to prevent the staircase from shifting.

d. Where applicable, install framework pipe into and/or anchor framework pipe to the concrete of the gate operator platform. Where anchored into/onto existing concrete gate operator, industry best practices and manufacturer recommendations will be utilized. Final location of anchor points to be determined by Contractor, with final approval from Technical Point of Contact.

6. Installation – Finish Work

a. Contractor will ensure any holes are completely filled back to grade.

b. Earth backfill around footings shall be thoroughly tamped in layers not thicker than 4 inches and shall completely fill the annulus around the footing up to the base of the riprap layer.

c. Ensure wire guard rail is restored; posts will be installed flush with each side of the newly installed hinged gate at the top landing.

d. Restore riprap surface to original condition in work area

ATTACHMENTS

PLEASE REFER TO PHOTOS AND DRAWINGS INCLUDED WITHIN THIS SOLICITATION FOR

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Informational Photos

Mansfield Hollow Dam, Dike B Location / Access Driveway Location (Overhead), Photo #1

Mansfield Hollow Dam, Dike B Staircase & Landings Location (Approximate), Photo #2

Access

Driveway

Mansfield Hollow Dam, Dike B Fence & Gate Location (Approximate), Photo #3

Mansfield Hollow Dam, Dike B Gate Operator Platform, Photo #4

Mansfield Hollow Dam, Dike B Operator Platform (view from top of dike), Photo #5

Mansfield Hollow Dam, Dike B As-Built Drawing for Reference

Section F - Deliveries or Performance

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 180 dys. ANP 1 MANSFIELD HOLLOW LAKE

MARC D'AMATO

141 MANSFIELD HOLLOW RD

MANSFIELD CENTER CT 06250-9802

978-318-8554

961102

0002 180 dys. ANP 1 (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0003 180 dys. ANP 1 (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

Section H - Special Contract Requirements

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall receive a brief/training (provided by the RA) on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the Technical Point of Contact NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training.

WAGE DETERMINATION

"General Decision Number: CT20220025 07/08/2022

Superseded General Decision Number: CT20210025

State: Connecticut

Construction Type: Building

County: Tolland County in Connecticut.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (does not include single family homes or apartments up to and including 4 stories).

Note: Contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act are generally required to pay at least the applicable minimum wage rate required under Executive Order 14026 or Executive Order 13658.

Please note that these Executive Orders apply to covered contracts entered into by the federal government that are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act itself, but do not apply to contracts subject only to the Davis-Bacon Related Acts, including those set forth at 29 CFR 5.1(a)(2)-(60).

|If the contract is entered |. Executive Order 14026 | |into on or after January 30, | generally applies to the | |2022, or the contract is | contract. | |renewed or extended (e.g., an |. The contractor must pay | |option is exercised) on or | all covered workers at | |after January 30, 2022: | least $15.00 per hour (or | | | the applicable wage rate | | | listed on this wage | | | determination, if it is | | | higher) for all hours | | | spent performing on the | | | contract in 2022. |

|If the contract was awarded on|. Executive Order 13658 | |or between January 1, 2015 and| generally applies to the | |January 29, 2022, and the | contract. | |contract is not renewed or |. The contractor must pay all| |extended on or after January | covered workers at least | |30, 2022: | $11.25 per hour (or the | | | applicable wage rate listed| | | on this wage determination,| | | if it is higher) for all | | | hours spent performing on | | | that contract in 2022. |

The applicable Executive Order minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually. If this contract is covered by one of the Executive Orders and a classification considered necessary for performance of work on the contract does not appear on this wage determination, the contractor must still submit a conformance request.

Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the Executive Orders is available at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/government-contracts.

Modification Number Publication Date 0 01/07/2022 1 01/14/2022 2 02/04/2022 3 02/18/2022 4 02/25/2022 5 04/29/2022 6 05/13/2022 7 05/27/2022 8 06/03/2022 9 06/17/2022 10 07/08/2022

ASBE0033-002 06/01/2022

Rates Fringes

HEAT & FROST INSULATOR

(Includes Duct, Pipe and Mechanical Systems)..............$ 44.57 31.79

BRCT0001-001 01/03/2022

Rates Fringes

BRICKLAYER.......................$ 37.75 34.62

BRCT0001-002 01/03/2022

Rates Fringes

BRICK POINTER/CAULKER/CLEANER....$ 37.75 34.62

BRCT0001-005 01/03/2022

Rates Fringes

CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER...$ 37.75 34.62

CARP0326-024 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

FLOOR LAYER: Carpet Only.........$ 36.07 26.15

CARP0326-025 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

FLOOR LAYER: Hardwood Floors Only.............................$ 36.07 26.15

* CARP0326-027 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

CARPENTER (Scaffold Builder).....$ 36.07 26.15

CARP0326-028 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

CARPENTER (Includes Acoustical Ceiling Installation, Drywall Hanging, Form Work, and Metal

Stud Installation)...............$ 36.07 26.15

CARP0326-032 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

CARPENTER (Acoustical Ceiling Inastallation Only)..............$ 36.07 26.15

CARP0326-033 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

CARPENTER (Includes Form Work Only)............................$ 36.07 26.15

ELEC0035-014 06/01/2022

Rates Fringes

ELECTRICIAN (Including Low Voltage Wiring)..................$ 41.75 3%+31.47

ELEV0091-002 01/01/2022

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ELEVATOR MECHANIC................$ 58.90 36.885+a+b

ENGI0478-004 04/03/2022

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POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe).....$ 44.86 26.80

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

ENGI0478-005 04/03/2022

Rates Fringes

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Bulldozer) Finegrade (Slopes, Shaping, laser or GPS, etc.).......................$ 44.86 26.80 Rough Grade Dozer...........$ 43.38 26.80

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

ENGI0478-012 04/03/2022

Rates Fringes

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Crane under 100 ton rated capacity)).......................$ 49.06 26.80

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

ENGI0478-016 04/03/2022

Rates Fringes

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Loader - 7 cubic yards or over)............................$ 46.07 26.80

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

IRON0015-010 06/06/2022

Rates Fringes

IRONWORKER (Reinforcing, Structural, Ornamental)..........$ 39.70 38.77

LABO0230-001 04/03/2022

Rates Fringes

LABORER

Common or General...........$ 32.00 24.40 Mason Tender- Cement/Concrete.............$ 32.50 24.40

* PAIN0011-014 06/01/2022

Rates Fringes

GLAZIER..........................$ 40.78 23.40

PAIN0011-021 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

PAINTER (Brush and Roller).......$ 36.42 22.90

PAIN0011-023…