Solicitation - W912WJ25QA074.pdf

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)

THIS RFQ IS IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE

15. DATE OF QUOTATION

16. SIGNER

a. NAME (Type or print)

c. TITLE (Type or print)

b. TELEPHONE

AREA CODE

NUMBER

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8. TO:

b. COMPANYa. NAME

c. STREET ADDRESS

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

9. DESTINATION

a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE

b. STREET ADDRESS

c. CITY

d. STATE e. ZIP CODE

7. DELIVERY

FOB DESTINATION

OTHER

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10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE

ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5a ON OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date)

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 service. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotation must be completed by the quoter.

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

ITEM NO.

(a)

SUPPLIES/ SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

(c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e)

AMOUNT

(f)

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT

a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%) b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS (%) c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS (%) d. CALENDAR DAYS

NUMBER PERCENTAGE

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13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER

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b. STREET ADDRESS

c. COUNTY

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO

SIGN QUOTATION

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5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL (NO COLLECT CALLS)

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W912WJ25QA074 23 JUL 2025

W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND

KO CONTRACTING DIVISION, 696 VIRGINIA ROAD CONCORD, MA 01742-2751 UNITED

STATES

JENNIFER SAMELA 978 318-8324

07 AUG 2025

SEE SCHEDULE

Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

Standby Generator Services Blanket Purchase Agreement, Naugatuck River Basin

W912WJ25QA074

Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs

Additional Information/Notes

VENDORS SUBMITTING A QUOTE IN RESPONSE TO A SOLICITATION ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ADHERING TO ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS INCLUDED IN THE SOLICITATION. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN QUOTES BEING DEEMED

NON-RESPONSIVE

INFORMATION:

1. This is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12 and 13.

2. Potential vendors are notified that the basis on which award will be made is price alone.

3. All responsible sources may submit a quote which, if timely received, must be considered by the Agency.

4. The Government may request that a vendor respond to a Quote Verification after the solicitation closes, but prior to award. The vendor shall respond in sufficient detail to all questions or statements no later than the response date and time listed in the correspondence. Failure to do so may result in quotes being deemed non-responsive and removed from consideration. The Government is under no obligation to provide extensions for responses.

5. Information on previously awarded Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA) (if no information is listed the requirement is considered "new"):

a. Previous BPAs were awarded to: JWB Elite L.L.C and Northeast Generator Sales & Service Inc

b. Previous BPA awarded amount: NA

c. Interested vendors are advised that scope may differ from previous contract

d. No additional information on previous contracts will be provided

QUESTIONS REGARDING SOLICITATIONS:

1. Questions regarding the solicitation shall be directed to the Contract Specialist:

a. Name: Jennifer M. Samela

b. Phone: 978-318-8324

c. Email: Jennifer.M.Samela@usace.army.mil

2. Technical Points of Contact shall not provide responses to interested vendors.

QUOTE SUBMISSION:

1. Quotes shall be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist listed above no later than the closing date and time identified in the solicitation or subsequent amendments.

2. The Government is under no obligation to consider any quote received after the solicitation closing date or time.

BID SCHEDULES:

1. If a Bid Schedule is included in the solicitation, vendors shall complete the bid schedule in its entirety (all tasks, all years).

2. Vendors shall enter $0.00 on Bid Schedules in which items are Not Separately Priced. Blank entries will not be considered and will result in quotes being deemed non-responsive.

3. Failure to complete the Bid Schedule in its entirety and return same with a quote will result in quotes being deemed non-responsive.

SITE VISITS:

1. If dates/times for site visits are included in the solicitation, then interested vendors will be permitted to visit the site during those dates/times. No other dates/times will be permitted for site visits.

2. If no dates/times for site visits are included in the solicitation, then interested vendors shall contact the Technical Point of Contact as identified in the solicitation to schedule a site visit.

3. No site visits will be permitted AFTER a solicitation closes.

SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) REGISTRATIONS:

1. In accordance with FAR Clause 52.204-7:

a. Vendors are REQUIRED to be registered in SAM when submitting a quotation and shall continue to be registered until time of award, during performance, and through final payment.

b. "Registered" in SAM means that the Government has marked the record "Active".

2. The Government will deem quotes non-responsive from vendors that do not have an active SAM at the time of quote submission or by date/time of solicitation closing.

3. Provide Unique Entity Identifier (UEI): ___________________________

4. Provide CAGE code: ____________________________

SUBMITTALS:

1. Submittals (Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analyses, Products, etc.) and Certifications/Licenses (10-hour OSHA, 30-hour OSHA, Competent Person in Fall Protection, Electrician's License, etc.) that are specified in the scope as required by this solicitation are not to be submitted with a quote. The awarded Contractor will be required to provide all submittals and certifications within the time stated in the solicitation and resultant contract. Failure to do so may result in termination.

BID SCHEDULE:

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Black Rock Project Office 7.5kW

Task Unit of Issue

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3

Scheduled - Annual Inspections/Servicing & Load Test

Annual Inspection & Servicing (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Non-Load Bank) (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Parts/Supplies1

Unscheduled & Emergency - Repair and Maintenance

Mobilization / Demobilization Charge Each Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Black Rock Dam Tower 20kW

Task Unit

(Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Non-Load Bank) (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Mobilization / Demobilization Charge Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Goshen Radio Relay Station 15kW

Task Unit of Issue

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3

(Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Non-Load Bank) (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Hop Brook Lake Dam Tower and Project Office 20kW

Task Unit

(Lump Sum)

Each Round-trip

Load Test (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Naugatuck River Basin Office 22kW

Task Unit

(Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Non-Load Bank) (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Thomaston Dam Tower and Project Office 60kW

Task Unit

(Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Non-Load Bank) (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Colebrook Project Office 22kW

Task Unit

(Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Non-Load Bank) (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Parts/Supplies1

Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Colebrook Dam Tower 25kW

Task Unit

(Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Non-Load Bank) (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

Unit Price Schedule - Stamford Hurricane Barrier 350kW

Task Unit

(Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Test (Lump Sum)

Each $ $ $

Load Bank Test (Lump Sum) Each $ $ $

Mark up for

Each

Round-trip

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man Hour Service Technician (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Unscheduled) Hour $ $ $

Cost per Man hour Helper /Apprentice (Emergency) Hour $ $ $

1. Parts/Supplies may not exceed $5,000 per call.

2. Mobilization/demobilization charges for Unscheduled & Emergency Services shall not exceed two (2) hours per day that the Contractor is onsite and may not exceed normal travel time from the Contractor's home office to the project site.

Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

STANDBY GENERATOR SERVICES

NAUGATUCK RIVER BASIN

CONNECTICUT

I. BPA TERMS AND CONDITIONS (IAW FAR 13.303-3)

1. Description of Agreement: The purpose of this Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) is to provide an indefinite quantity of Standby Generator Services in the Naugatuck River Basin. The intent of this BPA is to provide the Government with a cost-effective rapid response way to maintain the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facilities. Under this BPA, your organization shall provide Standby Generator Services, in accordance with the attached Price Schedule and Performance Work Statement, when called by the Contracting Officer or their designated representative(s). Services will be requested through Purchases made under this BPA, that shall be referred to as Calls.

The duration of this BPA shall be three (3) years from date of award, or upon reaching the BPA Master Limit. Calls can be placed up to the date of the BPA expiration. The period of performance of any Call placed prior to the BPA expiration can extend past the date of the BPA expiration.

2. Extent of Obligation: In accordance with FAR 13.303-3(a)(2), the Government is obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases (Calls) made under the BPA. The establishment of the BPA does not imply any agreement on the part of the Government to place future Calls with the BPA holder.

The Government makes no representation as to the number of Calls or actual amount of work to be ordered.

3. Purchase Limitation: The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to execute the Generator Services for each BPA Call under this agreement. No single BPA Call may exceed $25,000 in total cost of labor and materials. The maximum Dollar Limit for Materials and Supplies is $5,000. The BPA Master Dollar Limit is $250,000.

4. Individuals authorized to purchase under the BPA: Only the Contracting Officer is authorized to purchase under the BPA.

a. Call Procedures:

I. USACE may have multiple BPAs in place with various Contractors for the same work. USACE intends to compete each Call among a pool of up to three BPA holders to determine if a Contractor can provide the work in the required time frame and the price. Award will be based on the lowest price that will provide the work in the required time frame.

II. The Contractor shall provide a quote on the Blanket Purchase Agreement Call request within 14 days of the initial contact by the Technical Point of Contact The Contractor may receive additional time to provide the quote if it is pre-approved by the Technical Point of Contact.

If Contractor does not wish to submit a quote on the Blanket Purchase Agreement Call request, they shall inform the Technical Point of Contact by email and state such, within 14 calendar days of initial contact by the Technical Point of Contact.

III. Upon notification of an executed BPA Call from the Government, the Contractor shall Coordinate with the Technical Point of Contact within 14 calendar days to schedule the work.

5. Delivery Tickets: All deliverables provided under the agreement shall be identified by the following minimum information:

a. Name of Contractor/Supplier

b. BPA number

c. Date of purchase (Call)

d. Purchase (Call) number

e. Itemized list of materials or services furnished

f. Quantity, unit price, and extension for each item, less applicable discounts (unit prices and extensions need not be shown when incompatible with the use of automated systems, provided that the invoice is itemized to show this information

g. Date of delivery or shipment

6. Invoices: An itemized invoice shall be submitted at completion of call, at least monthly or upon expiration of this BPA, whichever occurs first, for all deliverables provided against this BPA during a billing period and for which payment has not been received. Invoices will be paid based on deliverables that have been received and approved by the Call's Technical Point of Contact.

These invoices need not be supported by copies of delivery tickets; however, invoices must indicate the BPA number, Call number, Invoice Date, Contract Number, Dates of Service, Description of Work, Quantities, Material/Supply Back-Up, and Total Amount Due per line item.

For jobs greater than 30 days the Contractor may request multiple payments.

The invoice for each project will be sent (email preferred) to the appropriate Technical Point of Contact.

7. Technical Point of Contact: Contact the Technical Point of Contact for each location to arrange a site visit. The Technical Point of Contact for each location is as follows:

a. Black Rock Lake, Goshen Relay Radio Station, and Thomaston Dam Project Manager, Steven Patchkofsky Phone: 978.318.8369 Email: Steven.d.patchkofsky@usace.army.mil

b. Colebrook River Lake Project Manager, John Haluchak Phone: 978.318.8439 Email: John.a.haluchak@usace.army.mil

c. Hop Brook Lake, Naugatuck River Area Office and Stamford Hurricane Barrier Project Manager, Diana Errico-Topolski Phone: 978.318.8370 Email: Diana.j.errico-topolski@usace.army.mil

Performance Work Statement:

1. This is a Blanket Purchase Agreement to provide Standby Generator Services for the Naugatuck River Basin.

2. Locations - The Project Sites are located in Connecticut and include the following locations:

a. Black Rock Lake 350 Old Branch Road, Thomaston, CT 06787 (Litchfield County)

1. Project Office

2. Dam Tower

b. Colebrook River Lake Bldg 426A Colebrook River Road (Route 8), Colebrook CT 06021 (Litchfield County)

1. Project Office

2. Dam Tower

c. Goshen Radio Relay Station 493 Hageman-Shean Road, Goshen, CT 06756 (Litchfield County)

1. Standby Generator

d. Hop Brook Lake 4 Straits Turnpike, Middlebury, CT 06762 (New Haven County)

1. Project Office & Dam Tower

e. Naugatuck River Area Office 100 Allerton Farm Road, Middlebury, CT 06762 (New Haven County)

1. Office Standby Generator

f. Stamford Hurricane Barrier 230 Elmcroft Road, Stamford, CT 06905 (Fairfield County)

1. West Side Standby Generator

g. Thomaston Dam 331 Hill Road, Thomaston, CT 06787 (Litchfield County)

1. Project Office & Dam Tower

3. Workday Hours of operation may vary by project, but generally project areas will be open to the Contractor Monday through Friday. For the purposes of this Blanket Purchase Agreement, 'normal working hours' are considered 0700hrs to 1700hrs. Please confirm hours of each project's operation with the Technical Point of Contact after each BPA Call award. No work will be permitted on weekends or Government holidays, unless approved by the Technical Point of Contact.

The Government shall be given seven (7) days' notice prior to the start of work under each new Blanket Purchase Agreement Call.

4. Site Visit To coordinate a site visit before providing a quote, please contact Marc D'Amato, Civil Engineering Technician, Naugatuck River Basin, 508-838- 1957 (cell - leave message if no answer), or email marc.a.damato@usace.army.mil.

Post-Award, Contractor will coordinate site visit with Technical Point of Contact for each BPA Call.

5. Safety Requirements

a. General All work shall be conducted in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Occupational Health Requirements (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 electronically at the following link: https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/EM%20385-1-1% 20_EFFECTIVE%2015March2024.pdf

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

b. Accident Prevention Plan (APP):

The Contractor shall prepare a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan. The APP must be written by a Competent Person (CP) and document the specific work processes, equipment, materials to be used, hazards and applicable control measures.

The mandatory ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) must be submitted and accepted prior to beginning on site work: https://www.

publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6293_Aug%202024%20-%20FINAL.pdf

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.

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

c. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA):

An AHA shall be submitted and accepted for each definable feature of work (DFOW) in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 2-6. A DFOW is defined as any task, which is separate and distinct from other tasks, has separate control requirements, or is identified as different trades or disciplines.

The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate.

For a non-mandatory formatted outline of an AHA, see ENG Form 6206 (Activity Hazard Analysis): https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals /76/Eng_Form_6206_Sep%202024%20-%20FINAL.pdf

d. Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) Requirements:

The Contractor shall employ a minimum of one person to function as a Level 2, SSHO. A Level 2 SSHO is a designated employee with collateral duty safety and occupational health (SOH) responsibilities that meets the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Chapter 2-3.b and 2-4.b.

Level 2 SSHOs must possess:

OSHA 30-hour general industry or construction safety training (or equivalent).

24 hours of documented SOH-related competency training.

3 years of related, cumulative safety experience within the last ten years.

The SSHO shall be present at the project site and be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Prime Contractor's SOH program.

Contractor shall designate all SSHOs on a mandatory ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter): https://www.publications.

usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6282_Site%20Safety%20&%20Health%20Officer%20(SSHO)%20Designation%20Letter_2024%2009% 2013%20-%20Final.pdf

e. First-Aid and CPR Personnel Requirements:

For shifts with multiple employees, provide at least two employees that are certified to administer First Aid and CPR. When employees work alone, they must be certified in First Aid and be provided an effective means of communication to call for assistance in the event of an emergency.

Minimum First Aid and CPR qualifications are outlined in EM 385-1-1, Chapter 3-3.

f. Additional Personnel Requirements:

Other Competent or Qualified Persons may be required per EM 385-1-1 and/or other sections of this Performance Work Statement, based on the definable features of work for this project.

g. Accident Reporting:

All accidents and near misses shall be investigated by the Contractor and reported to the Technical Point of Contact in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Table 2-1.

The mandatory ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the Technical Point of Contact within seven (7) days of an incident: https://www.

publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerForms/Eng_Form_3394_2021Aug.pdf

h. Employee Exposure Data:

The Contractor shall electronically report total employee work hours (including subcontractors) to the Technical Point of Contact by close of business on the 10th calendar day of the following month.

i. Electrical

i. General Requirements (EM385-1-1, Para. 11-8):

All electrical work must comply with EM 385-1-1 (Chapters 11 & 12) and applicable American National Standards Institute (ANSI), ASTM International Standards, Electrical and Electronics Engineers Association (IEEE), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and those regulations outlined in 29-CFR-1910 and 29-CFR-1926. In the circumstance where a discrepancy between the codes and regulations listed above, or an omission exists, the most stringent regulations shall apply.

All electrical wiring and equipment must be a type listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) for the specific application for which it is to be used. For equipment not listed by a NRTL, the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) must determine if use is allowable.

ii. Roles and Responsibilities:

a. Qualified Persons (QPs) Electrical: QPs must demonstrate the skills and knowledge related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment and installations, and receive relevant safety training to recognize, avoid, and control associated hazards that might be present.

(EM385-1-1, Para. 11-3.b). QPs will meet requirements in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapters 11-3 and 11-4.

Note: A person can be considered qualified with respect to certain equipment and tasks, but still be unqualified for others.

b. Unqualified Persons: Unqualified Persons who may be exposed to shock and arc flash hazards must be trained and familiar with any electrical safety-related practices for their safety. (Ref. EM385-1-1, 11-3.c)

iii. Establishing an Electrically Safe Work Condition (ESWC):

All equipment and circuits must be placed into an ESWC by a Qualified Person (QP) before worked is performed, in accordance with EM385-1-1, 11- 8.d.

iv. Minimum Plan Requirements:

a. Site Specific Energy Control Plan (SSECP): When working on or near any system that produces, uses, or stores hazardous energy, a SSECP is required. USACE-owned/operated facilities and activities must comply with ER-1-31 and any regional HECP as well as local supplements in lieu of EM385-1-1, 12-4. The SSECP must be site-specific and developed according to EM385-1-1, Fig. 12-1 and ANSI Z244.4, and when electricity is a potential energy source, the plan must also include the required elements of NFPA 70E. The plan must clearly and specifically outline the scope, purpose, authorization, roles and responsibilities, and techniques to be used to complete the work.

v. Energized Electrical Work:

Energized electrical will require prior authorization. Reference EM 385-1-1, 11-8.e for additional requirements of performing work on energized electrical equipment.

6. Pre-Work Conference Prior to the start of any work, the Technical Point of Contact will schedule and conduct a "Pre-Work Conference". The Contractor's Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel will be physically present to attend this meeting. The Contractor shall directly oversee all work on the project and the Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Contractor. This conference will be held at the time and location agreeable to the Government and Contractor. No 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 Pre-Work Conference the Contractor shall provide 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 Pre-work Conference:

i. Authority of the Technical Point of Contact and Quality Assurance Inspectors

ii. Contractor's Safety Program (including sub-contractors)

iii. Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan (Submitted & Accepted Annually)

iv. Activity Hazard Analysis (Submitted & Accepted prior to start of each BPA Call)

v. Safety Meetings for each BPA Call (Documented on NED Form 251)

vi. Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394)

vii. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements

viii. Correspondence, Communication and Administrative Procedures

ix. Invoice and payment

7. 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.

8. Security The Contractor shall comply with all established security policies at each Project Office identified. If applicable, Contractor shall comply with Projects Key Control Management Program. Due to periods of heightened security, which may affect access to the areas covered under this contract, areas may be subject to periodic closures, which in turn may reduce or inhibit the Contractor's ability to access certain areas. During periods of heightened security, the Government reserves the right, at any time, to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent service in an area. The Contractor shall be given at least a 24-hour notice of any such closure.

9. Sustainability All products provided by the Contractor must meet the recycled content requirements set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency. 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.

Furthermore, the Contractor should also meet the BioPreferred Program requirements. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) designates certain bio-based products for federal procurement and specifies minimum bio based content levels for those products. Any designated product that is being offered or supplied under this contract shall meet USDA BioPreferred's minimum bio based content level. Visit the BioPreferred web site https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/pages/ProductCategories.xhtml for the complete list of designated products and the associated minimum bio based content level requirements.

10. Contractor's Personnel

a. Minimum Personnel Requirements - The Contractor shall provide an adequate number of fully qualified personnel to perform the specified service properly and efficiently within the time limits specified. The Contractor shall provide a list of the names and contact phone numbers for all employees prior to them working on Government Property.

b. Employee Conduct - The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that the firm's employees strictly comply with all CFR 36 Rules and

Regulations, Federal, State, and Municipal laws. Any personnel activity, which, in the opinion of the Government, is deemed detrimental to the performance of the contract may result in the removal of Contractor employee/employees.

Examples of unbecoming actions or conduct include but are not limited to the following:

i. Cursing, harassment, or discrimination of and/or unwarranted physical contact with visitors, USACE personnel, or other contractors

ii. Recurring written and/or verbal complaints from visitors, USACE personnel, or other contractors.

iii. Unsafe operation of vehicles while on USACE property.

c. Removal of Contractor's Employees - The Technical Point of Contact may require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site any employee of the Contractor or subcontractor, who, in the opinion of the Technical Point of Contact, is incompetent, who endangers persons or property, or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee's ability to satisfactorily perform assigned work.

Notification to the Contractor shall be promptly made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification shall be verbal or by telephone, and shall 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 will be made as required. This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

11. Payment Payment will be made on a per call basis. After final inspection and acceptance by the Government, the Contractor shall submit an invoice to the Technical Point of Contact which shall include the following:

i. Invoice Date

ii. Contract Number

iii. Dates of Service

iv. Description of Work

v. Quantities

vi. Material/Supply Back-Up

vii. Total Amount Due per line item.

For jobs greater than 30 days the Contractor may request multiple payments. Invoices for each project shall be submitted to the appropriate Technical Point of Contact (email preferred).

III. Technical Requirements

1. Requests for Information:

Post-award requests concerning the work for each individual BPA Call should be directed to the Technical Point of Contact for the specific Project Location.

Although the Government reviews submissions required by this Performance Work Statement it is emphasized that the Contractor's work must be completed using proper internal controls and review procedures. The Government reserves up to twenty-one (21) days for review and acceptance on each submittal/resubmittal from the date of receipt. If revisions are necessary to the submittals, the Contractor shall make such revisions and shall resubmit to the Government within fourteen (14) days of the Government's response, unless additional time is granted by the Government in writing.

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.

a. Pre-Work Submittals: Submitted within twenty-one (21) days of BPA award. Submittals must be accepted prior to the commencement of any field work:

i. Accident Prevention Plan (ENG Form 6293) annually for each year of the contract, or if staffing changes are made that would impact the contract.

ii. Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter (ENG Form 6282) annually for each year of the contract, or if staffing changes are made that would impact the contract.

iii. Certifications & Licenses annually for each year of the contract, or if staffing changes are made that would impact the contract.

b. BPA Call Submittals: Submitted within fourteen (14) days of BPA Call award. Submittals must be accepted prior to the commencement of any field work:

i. Activity Hazard Analysis for each BPA Call

ii. Work Plan - Provide a basic layout of site, and plan to protect public from hazards. Include the means and methods to control pedestrian, bike, and vehicular travel within the work areas. Include name of company and contact information if work is subcontracted.

iii. Materials - For all materials to be used on the project, the Contractor shall provide the following information:

1) Manufacturer's name

2) Specifications

3) Safety Data Sheets (SDS) shall be submitted along with the product data for any potentially hazardous materials such as adhesives and flux materials.

4) Any other information the Technical Point of Contact may deem necessary to approve the materials.

2. Clean Up:

The Contractor shall practice good housekeeping to maintain a safe job site. The Contractor shall keep the work area, including any storage areas, free from the 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. Upon completion of work, the Contractor shall clean up the job site to the satisfaction of the Government. All recyclable construction and demolition materials shall be recycled according to state and local laws.

3. Government Resources:

The Contractor is responsible for providing all materials to complete each BPA Call. Except at times when specified in the BPA Call, it may be advantageous for the Government to provide the materials and supplies (in whole or part) to the Contractor for installation. Additionally, unless specified in the BPA Call, the Government will not provide any equipment, water, electricity, telephone services or other resources.

4. 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 and functional product.

5. Quality Assurance:

The Contractor is responsible for the quality control of the contract work. 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.

6. Damage to Government and Private Property:

The Contractor shall be responsible for restoring all Government facilities or structures damaged as a result of the Contractor's operation. The Contractor shall also be responsible for any damage to private property or injury to any person as a result of the Contractor's operation. The Contractor shall notify the Technical Point of Contact or Project Manager immediately of damage to Government and private property and injury to any person resulting from the Contractor's operation. The Contractor shall replace or repair the damage at no expense to the Government as the Contracting Officer Directs. If the Contractor fails or refuses to make such repairs or replacement, the Contractor shall be liable for the cost, which may be deducted from the contract price.

a. The building and all of its contents shall be protected from the elements and work shall be scheduled so weather-related events do not result in damage during the duration of the work.

b. Building must be able to be secured and locked at the end of every workday.

c. The Contractor shall keep on site the means to quickly cover and protect all areas open to the elements during an unforeseen weather-related event that could cause damage to the building, and or any of its contents during all phases of this contract.

7. 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.

8. 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 on a daily basis. No burning is permissible. Water, air, and land resources shall not be adversely impacted during the course of the work. Contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements are met.

9. Existing Equipment: The following are the details of the stand-by generators that are included in this BPA:

a. Black Rock

i. Project Office Onan 7.5KW (Diesel) Model DNAC-3373715

ii. Dam Tower Onan 20KW (Diesel) Model 20DGAB

b. Goshen Relay Station

i. Radio Relay Station Building Kohler 15KW (Diesel) Model 15REOOB

c. Hop Brook Lake

i. Dam Tower & Project Office Onan 20KW (Diesel) Model 20DGAB

d. Naugatuck River Area Office

i. Project Office Generac 22kW (Propane) Model G0070433

e. Stamford Hurricane Barrier

i. West Side Abutment Kohler 350kW (Diesel) Model 350REOZJC

f. Thomaston Dam

i. Project Office & Dam Tower Kohler 60KW (Diesel) Model 60REOZJS

g. Colebrook Dam

i. Dam Tower Taylor 55KW (Diesel)

Model M09H160 TD55

ii. Project Office Generac 22kW (Propane) Model G00704211

IV. Service Requirements

1. Summary The Technical Point of Contact will provide a Performance Work Statement (PWS) to the Contractor to review and determine the workrequired to complete the project. The Contractor shall furnish the Technical Point of Contact a quote and detailed, itemized, Supplies/Materials list required to complete the work. The work will likely include the following requirements:

a. Annual Inspection and Major Service

b. Load Testing and/or Load Bank Testing

c. Unscheduled Service & Repair

d. Emergency Service & Repair

2. Qualifications:

a. Experience:

i. The Contractor shall be able to demonstrate at least 5 years experience with service and repair of diesel motors.

ii. The Contractor shall be able to demonstrate at least 5 years experience with service and repair of electric generators.

b. License and/or Certifications

i. 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 may hold, depending on work being performed.

ii. The Contractor shall provide personnel that are trained manufacturer certified technicians on listed equipment be provided.

3. Special Requirements:

a. Transportation and fuel costs (Mobilization / Demobilization) to and from the project location, as well as hourly worker rates, shall be included in the total rate (Lump Sum) for Annual Inspection and Servicing and Load Tests.

b. Unscheduled and Emergency Repair/call rates include, but is not limited to, a fully equipped worker/work crew to make the requested repairs.

c. The Contractor's Office or Remote Service Center must be within a two (2) hour drive time of the Project Sites identified in this requirement.

4. Service Descriptions:

a. Annual Inspection and Major Servicing:

Included in this section are all inspections, adjustments, tests, and parts replacement such as oil, coolant, oil filters, and water separators.

If the Contractor requests more testing or inspections they will bring it to the Technical Point of Contact's attention, in writing. The Contractor will supply cost estimates for the additional testing or service. The Contracting Officer must approve the request in writing prior to performing the additional testing or service. The Technical Point of Contact or the Project Staff cannot approve any additional items.

The BPA Call for Annual Inspection and Major Service will include the following items, at minimum:

i) Engine Lubrication System

(1) Check for leaks

(2) Check engine oil level, add oil as required

(3) Check engine oil operating pressure

(4) Change lubricating oil and filter, and take oil sample per manufacturer's specifications

(5) Change hydraulic governor oil and check level, if equipped, per manufacturer's specifications

ii) Engine Cooling System

(1) Check for leaks

(2) Check Radiator air restriction

(3) Check operation of Coolant Heater

(4) Check all hoses and connections

(5) Check Coolant level and temperature, add coolant as required.

(6) Check belt condition and tension

(7) Check Antifreeze Concentration

(8) Perform coolant analysis-test freeze point, nitrate levels, corrosion inhibitor levels.

(9) Change Coolant Filter, if equipped, per manufacturer's specifications

(10) Check Radiator Cap and Thermostat for operation

iii) Engine Air Intake System

(1) Replace Air Cleaner Element

(2) Check Air Intake Piping

(3) Check, Clean Crankcase Breather Element. Replace, if necessary, per manufacturer's specifications.

iv) Engine Fuel System

(1) Check Day Tank, Fuel Lines and Connection for leaks/pliability

(2) Inspect fuel vents for obstructions

(3) Check/Clean Fuel Sediment Bowl

(4) Check Day Tank Fuel Level

(5) Check Day Tank Controls

(6) Change Fuel Filters, per manufacturer's specifications

(7) Check Fuel Transfer Pump

(8) Drain Water Separators if necessary. Replace per manufacturer's specifications.

(9) Check Governor Control. If the engine has a Mechanical Governor and if the engine is equipped with Mechanical Linkages check and adjust per manufacturer's specifications

v) Engine Exhaust System

(1) Check for leaks

(2) Drain Exhaust Condensation Drain Trap if engine is equipped

vi) Engine Electrical System

(1) If the Engine Battery is not a sealed type, check Battery Electrolyte

(2) Clean and apply anti-corrosion treatment to battery terminals

(3) Check Battery Charging Systems. Both the engine charging system and the building or tower charging system

(4) Check spark plugs, points, distributor cap and ignition rotor. Replace per manufacturer specifications.

vii) Main Generator

(1) A/C Voltage

(2) Frequency, adjust if required

viii) Controls and Switch Gear

(1) Run generator

(2) Check all operational instrumentation

(3) Check Automatic Transfer Switch if equipped

(4) Check that all switches are back in Automatic Mode

b. Load Testing (Non-Load Bank): Shall be provided by the Contractor at the contract hourly rate and mobilization charges, as outlined in the Unit Price Schedule. A non-load bank generator load test refers to industry best practices for testing the ability for a generator to handle a load, using a controlled electrical load to the generator, allowing monitoring of its performance under stress. A record of load testing results shall be provided to the Government. This report will include, at a minimum, location, date of testing, equipment utilized, test results, Contractor service recommendations (if any), man hours expended, and materials used. This information shall be consolidated by the Contractor into a written report for each Generator. This report will be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact prior to or at the time of invoicing.

c. Load Bank Testing: Shall be provided by the Contractor at the contract hourly rate and mobilization charges, as outlined in the Unit Price Schedule.

A Load Bank Test refers to industry best practices for testing the ability for a generator to handle a load, using a controlled electrical load to the generator, allowing monitoring of its performance under stress. A record of load testing results shall be provided to the Government. This report will include, at a minimum, location, date of testing, equipment utilized, test results, Contractor service recommendations (if any), man hours expended, and materials used. This information shall be consolidated by the Contractor into a written report for each Generator. This report will be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact prior to or at the time of invoicing.

i. Operate generator at fifty percent (50%) of the nameplate kW rating for at least thirty (30) continuous minutes.

ii. Operate generator at seventy-five percent (75%) of the nameplate kW rating for at least sixty (60) continuous minutes.

d. Unscheduled Service & Repair: Shall be provided by the Contractor at the contract hourly rate and mobilization charges, as outlined in the Unit Price Schedule. The cost of materials and repair parts shall include the contract mark-up percent. This service shall consist of a team of one or more service technicians that will respond to an unscheduled service call within twenty-four (24) hours of receiving the call. This response will be during 'normal working hours' of 0700hrs to 1700hrs. The Contractor Crew will diagnose the problem, determine the required repairs, and supply the Technical Point of Contact a written cost estimate. The Contracting Officer will issue a written authorization to proceed.

e. Emergency Service & Repair: Shall be provided…