Solicitation W912WJ26QA147.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

STANDARD FORM 18 (REV. 6-95)

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9. DESTINATION

a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE

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c. CITY

d. STATE e. ZIP CODE

7. DELIVERY

FOB DESTINATION

OTHER

(See Schedule)

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE

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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.

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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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Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

Flooring Removal and Replacement, Hop Brook Lake, Middlebury, CTInstrument Name:

Product Service Code : Y1QA

W912WJ26QA147

Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs

Additional Information/Notes

Item Supplies/Service Quanti ty

Unit Unit Price Amount

0001 Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and transportation to remove approximately 1,146sqft (square feet) of existing carpet and install approximately 1,266 sqft (square feet) of 100% waterproof Greenguard Gold or FloorScore Certified Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring to replace the carpet and finish approximately 120 sqft of stairs at the Hop Brook Lake Office, Middlebury, CT in accordance with the Statement of Work. *Note - Approximately 423sqft of existing tile contains asbestos and shall be properly removed and remediated in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local rules and regulations and the work shall be completed by a State of CT certified asbestos removal company.

Product Service Code: Y1QA

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS):

238330

Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price

1 Job

Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work

INTERESTED VENDORS SHALL REVIEW SECTION L AND SECTION M OF THE

SOLICITATION FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA. VENDORS ARE

RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THEIR QUOTE SUBMISSION MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS.

FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN QUOTES BEING DEEMED NON-RESPONSIVE AND

REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION.

THE MANDATORY SOLICITATION SURVEY ISSUED FOR THE SOLICITATION SHALL BE

COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY AND RETURNED WITH QUOTES. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY

RESULT IN QUOTES BEING DEEMED NON-RESPONSIVE AND REMOVED FROM

CONSIDERATION. USE OF A SOLICITATION SURVEY NOT ISSUED FOR THE RELEVANT

SOLICITATION WILL RESULT IN QUOTES BEING DEEMED NON-RESPONSIVE AND

REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION.

STATEMENT OF WORK:

PROJECT OFFICE FLOORING REMOVAL

AND REPLACEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

HOP BROOK LAKE

MIDDLEBURY, CT

STATEMENT OF WORK

I. General

1. Scope of work

Provide all materials, equipment and labor to remove approximately 1,146sqft (square feet) of existing carpet and install approximately 1,266 sqft (square feet) of 100% waterproof Greenguard Gold or FloorScore Certified Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring to replace the carpet and finish approximately 120 sqft of stairs at the Hop Brook Lake Office.

Please note, the tile has been tested for asbestos and approximately 423sqft of tile contains asbestos and will need to be removed and remediated accordingly. The contractor shall dispose of all asbestos containing material (ACM) in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local rules and regulations and the work shall be completed by a State of CT certified asbestos removal company.

Asbestos tile removal consists of the following:

Acquire all necessary asbestos permits and paperwork notifications.

Containerize approximately 423 square feet of floor tiles.

A post abatement inspection performed by an independent licensed industrial hygienist as per regulatory requirements.

Specific work practices include:

All necessary precautions to optimize air quality levels within and around the work area (i.e., thoroughly applying amended liquids, timely containing waste and proper worker hygiene/changing practices).

Disposal at an EPA certified disposal waste site.

Provide a copy of the Hazardous Waste Manifest to the Project Office.

Note: The Contractor will be responsible for moving all office furniture, filing cabinets, shelves and obstructions from carpeted surfaces before work begins and will be responsible for returning the items to the same locations after the vinyl plank flooring has been installed.

2. Location

Hop Brook Lake Project Office

4 Straits Turnpike

Middlebury, CT 06762

3. Site Visit

Interested vendors should conduct a site visit to confirm understanding of the scope of work, inspect the existing conditions, and familiarize themselves with the site(s) prior to submitting a quote. No extra payment will be allowed for perceived additional work caused by unfamiliarity with site conditions and requirements. Contact the Technical Point of Contact to arrange a site visit.

The Technical Point of Contact for the project is Chris J. Cogley (203 729-8840 X357 or christopher.j.cogley@usace.army.mil).

4. Schedule

The contract period of performance shall be 90 days from Notice to Proceed. The project area will be open to the contractor Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. All work must be completed during those hours unless additional hours are approved by the Technical Point of Contact. No work shall be done on weekends or Government holidays.

All preconstruction submittals shall be submitted within 21 days of Notice to Proceed. The Government reserves up to 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 be resubmitted to the Government in an acceptable form within 14 days of the Government's response, unless additional time is granted by the Government in writing.

No field work may proceed prior to the acceptance of preconstruction submittals.

5. Safety Requirements

i. General:

All work shall be conducted in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 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.

ii. 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_2023Aug31.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.

iii. 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_2023Aug24.pdf

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

The Contractor shall employ a minimum of one person to function as a Level 3, SSHO. A Level 3 SSHO is a designated Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) with Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) responsibility that meets the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Chapter 2-3.

b and 2-4.b.

Level 3 SSHOs must have training, knowledge, and/or experience identifying hazards and implementing controls for the work being performed.

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_2023Aug28.pdf

v. 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.

vi. Additional Personnel Requirements:

Other Competent Person (CP) or Qualified Persons (QP) may be required per EM 385-1-1 and/or other sections of this Scope of Work, based on the definable features of work for this project.

vii. 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

viii. 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.

following month. The method of transmission by the prime contractor to the TPOC shall be electronically.

6. Specific Safety Section - Asbestos Abatement

i. General:

The requirements of this section are applicable to contracts involving activities that disturb Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACM) - any material containing more than 1% of asbestos. A written Asbestos Management Plan must be developed when work is performed that may disturb ACM, as applicable. The plan must address the following (see 29 CFR 1910.1001 (29 CFR 1910 Subpart Z), 29 CFR 1926.1101 (29 CFR 1926 Subpart Z), and 40 CFR 61, Subpart M): (6-7.d).

ii. Minimum Plan Requirements

1. A description of each activity where asbestos will be disturbed, including OSHA class of work, equipment required, crew size, job responsibilities, operating procedures, maintenance practices, and work activity locations and ACM components keyed to the project drawings.

2. The method of notification of other employers at the work site.

3. A description of regulated areas, types of containment, and decontamination unit plan.

4. Air monitoring plan - personal, environmental, and clearance. Employee exposure assessment procedures must address monitoring and documenting employee exposures.

a. An initial determination (may be omitted if there is sufficient objective/historical data showing compliance with the requirements).

b. Continued exposure monitoring may be required as a result of initial exposure determinations.

c. Environmental monitoring must demonstrate the absence of asbestos fiber migration outside the regulated area.

d. Clearance monitoring will be conducted by an independent IH or a QP per contract specifications.

5. Description of control measures to be used to achieve exposure compliance, including any engineering and administrative controls and PPE (see paras 1-6 or 2-6, as applicable).

6. Housekeeping procedures to prevent spread of asbestos contamination both in and beyond the regulated area.

7. Hygiene facilities and practices.

8. Employee training required according to paragraph 6-3.h.

9. Medical surveillance procedures to monitor employee exposures and ensure fitness for wearing respiratory protection (see chapter 5).

10. Waste generation, containerization, transportation, and disposal (including recordkeeping).

11. Security, fire, and medical emergency response procedures.

7. Pre-Work/Pre-Construction] Conference

Prior to the start of any work, the Technical Point of Contact will schedule and conduct a Pre- Construction 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 for 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-Construction 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-Construction Conference:

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

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

iii. Mandatory ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) and Activity Hazard Analysis for each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW)

iv. Safety Meetings

v. ENG Form 3394 (Mandatory if needed for Accident Reporting)

vi. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements

vii. Correspondence, Communication and Administrative Procedures

viii. 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 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.

10. Contractor's Personnel:

i. Employee Conduct:

The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that the Contractor's employees strictly comply with all 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:

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

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

3. Unsafe operation of vehicles while on USACE property.

ii. 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, 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.

Note: At least one of the Contractor employees on site shall be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with all project staff.

11. Payment:

After final inspection and acceptance by the Government, the Contractor shall submit an invoice to the Technical Point of Contact. The invoice shall include the following: Invoice Date; Contract Number; Dates of Service; Description of Work; Quantities; and total amount due per line item. For jobs greater than 30 days the contractor may request Progress payments.

All invoices may be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Hop Brook Lake

4 Straits Turnpike

Middlebury, CT. 06762

Attn: Chris J. Cogley, christopher.j.cogley@usace.army.mil

II. Technical Requirements:

1. Requests for Information:

Requests concerning the work of this project should be directed to the Technical Point of Contact, Chris J. Cogley, at the Hop Brook Lake Project Office at (203) 729-8840 X357 or christopher.j.

cogley@usace.army.mil.

2. Submittals:

Although the Government 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 Government reserves up to 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 in an acceptable form within 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 must be accepted by the Government.

Pre-work Submittals: Submitted within 21 days of contract award. Submittals must be accepted prior to the commencement of any field work activities.

a. ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet)

b. Activity Hazard Analysis; non-mandatory template available: ENG Form 6206

c. ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter)

d. First-Aid and CPR Personnel certificates

e. Specific Safety Plans as outlined in EM385-1-1

f. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for applicable materials

g. Licenses and Certifications as determined by the scope of work including Certified Industrial Hygienist

h. Work Site Plan: Prior to the start of on-site work, the Contractor shall submit a site plan.

i. Work Plan and Schedule: The Contractor shall submit a written Work Plan describing the methods and equipment required to accomplish the work and provide the required environmental and worker protection; this plan will include a schedule of work.

j. Environmental Protection Plan: The Contractor shall submit an Environmental Protection Plan for review and approval by the TPOC.

k. Flooring certifications and specification sheets.

l. Tile warranty information

3. 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.

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. Water, air and land resources shall not be adversely impacted during the course of the work. The Contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements are met.

4. Government Resources:

The contractor is responsible for providing all materials to complete the work. Unless specified in the contract, the Government will not provide any equipment, telephone services or other resources. The contractor will be allowed to use the restrooms located at the office.

5. 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.

6. 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.

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. Water, air and land resources shall not be adversely impacted during the course of the work. The Contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements are met.

9. 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 delivered goods. Government employees will not receive material or supplies for the Contractor and will not be responsible for damage to contractor equipment or material.

10. Products:

a. Materials & Equipment - General

i. 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.

ii. All construction materials shall be new, unused and be first quality material or products.

iii. All construction material shall be in conformance to the applicable sections of the most recent International Building Code.

iv. All construction material shall be in conformance to the applicable sections of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire and Life Safety Codes [in place of the International Fire Code

(IFC)].

v. At a minimum, meet requirements of UL, where UL standards are established for those items, and requirements of NFPA 70 for all materials, equipment, and devices.

b. Materials & Equipment - Sustainability

i. At a minimum, where applicable meet the requirements EPA-Designated Recovered Material for Construction 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. Visit https://www.epa.

gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program for a complete list of designated products and the associated recommended contents levels. The Contractor must be able to demonstrate that each offered products meets minimum content levels upon request.

At a minimum, where applicable encouraged to meet the requirements USDA-Designated Biopreferred Program Products for Construction Products.

https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/catalog/Catalog.xhtml

c. Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring

i. Flooring Specifications:

Flooring planks shall be 100% waterproof Rigid Core (SPC/WPC) Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) measuring 6" x 48". Material shall have a minimum overall thickness of 5.0 mm (inclusive of a factory pre-attached underlayment) and a commercial-grade wear layer of no less than 20 mil (0.5 mm)Click Together Type.

100% waterproof.

Phthalate Free.

Greenguard Gold or FloorScore Certified for indoor air quality.

Minimum 15 Year Manufacturer's Warranty.

Color/pattern to be approved by the Technical Point of Contact.

ii. Floor Transitions:

All transition strips, T-moldings, reducers, and end caps shall consist of rigid vinyl material.

Shall completely cover the seam between the LVP flooring and any adjacent flooring.

Shall account for any difference in height between flooring types.

Shall be level and properly secured.

Color/style must match the primary LVP flooring and is to be approved by the Technical Point of Contact.

iii. Floor Molding and Trim:

Floor baseboard molding and trim shall be new flexible vinyl with a 5" height and a minimum 0.08" thickness (gauge).

Approximately 150 linear feet of new flexible vinyl trim will be installed on the lower level (where it does not currently exist) and foyer area directly before the first step to cleanly finish the edges of the new LVP flooring.

Shall completely cover any gaps/spaces between the edge of the LVP flooring and all adjacent walls, including concrete areas.

Shall be level and properly secured.

Color/style must match the primary LVP flooring and is to be approved by the Technical Point of Contact.

III Execution:

1. General

i. Approximately one thousand, one hundred and forty-six square feet (1,146sqft) of pre-existing carpet and adhesive shall be removed from the sub floor surface and replaced with 6" x 48" x 5mm 100% waterproof LVP flooring at the Hop Brook Lake Project Office.

ii. Approximately four hundred and twenty-three square feet (423sq./ft.) of pre-existing asbestos containing floor tiles underneath existing two (2) layers of carpet, will be removed prior to installation of the new 100% waterproof LVP flooring.

iii. Approximately 120 square feet of 100% waterproof LVP flooring shall cover all stair landings, treads, and risers. Floating installations are strictly prohibited; all materials shall be 100% full-spread bonded (glued down) to the prepped wood subfloor using manufacturer-approved adhesive.

iv. To finish the steps, the contractor may use either Seamless, manufacturer/color-matched vinyl stair tread caps (and coordinating riser planks) designed specifically to match the selected flooring color, OR Standard LVP click-planks fitted with coordinating, manufacturer/color-matched flush-mount stair nosing on each step, with the interlocking click-tongues trimmed or shaved off where necessary to ensure a completely flush, flat fit on the step.

v. Contractor shall install all products to manufacturer recommendations and in accordance with all electrical codes and federal, state, and local building codes and laws, and safety standards.

vi. Only new, unused materials will be installed. Used or damaged materials will not be installed.

vii. Activities including - but not limited to - removal and installation work, shall be scheduled so weather-related events will not damage new or existing materials or equipment.

viii. The Contractor must be able to cover and protect all work areas, materials and equipment that would otherwise be exposed to the elements during a weather event, expected or unexpected.

2. Existing Conditions:

The Hop Brook Lake Project Office has approximately one thousand, one hundred and forty-six square feet (1,146 sq./ft.) of existing carpet. Carpet is located on the first floor and second floor office areas (see attached drawings and photos). The 423 sq./ft. area located in the first-floor offices currently has (2) layers of carpet. Tiles that are known to contain asbestos are found underneath the first (bottom layer) of carpet. The remaining 723 sq./ft. area of carpet located in the second-floor offices has only one layer of carpet and is not known to have any asbestos tile present underneath. The stairs are currently stripped to the plywood/concrete subfloor.

The Contractor will be responsible for moving all office furniture, filing cabinets, shelves and obstructions from carpeted surfaces before work begins and will be responsible for returning the items to the same locations after the vinyl plank flooring has been installed.

3. Demolition

i. The contractor shall remove and legally dispose of all existing materials and equipment identified below in accordance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Demolition materials shall be reused/recycled, if possible, except for ACM.

ii. Carefully remove and salvage existing wood baseboards. Store in a protected location during flooring installation. Baseboard trim shall reinstall upon completion of new flooring to match existing conditions. Existing carpet and glue remnants will be removed and disposed of in a way as to not damage the surrounding baseboard, walls, or paint.

iii. Contractor shall pull up and dispose of any existing carpet tacks and nails.

iv. Any debris created by the removal of existing carpet will be cleaned up and removed by the contractor.

v. Any damage to surrounding areas, including but not limited to walls, baseboard, paint, etc. shall be returned to previous condition at no additional expense to the Government.

vi. Acquire all necessary asbestos permits and paperwork notifications.

vii. Remove and containerize approximately 423 square feet of ACM floor tiles.

viii. Perform a post abatement inspection performed by an independent licensed industrial hygienist as per regulatory requirements.

ix. Dispose of tiles at an EPA certified disposal waste site.

x. Provide the Project Office with a copy of the Hazardous Waste Manifest showing proper disposal at an EPA certified disposal waste site.

4. Installation

i. The contractor shall install all materials and equipment in accordance with the applicable codes and a manner that is consistent with the industry standards.

ii. Installation of all products shall meet specified requirements and be in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.

a. Clean, prepare and level subfloor as needed to properly install new 6" x 48" x

5mm 100% waterproof , 20 mil wear layer LVP flooring.

b. New 6" x 48" x 5mm LVP flooring shall be installed so that it's straight, level, uniform in look and esthetically pleasing.

c. All transitions and required molding and trim must match the color and style of

The LVP flooring chosen by the Technical Point of Contact.

d. Contractor shall provide a minimum of one (1) extra box of matching LVP flooring for future replacement or repair.

iii. The contractor shall not install damaged or discontinued materials or equipment. All construction materials shall be new, un-used and be first quality material or products.

*** END OF NARRATIVE ***

Requirements Flooring Removal and Replacement, Hop Brook Lake, Middlebury, CT

Section E - Inspection and Acceptance

FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference

Number Title Effective Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction. 1996-08

Section F - Deliveries or Performance

0001 Delivery Schedule From date of lead time event to completion of performance 90 Calendar Days

Date of Notice to Proceed Receipt 1 JobQuantity

Address and POC Place of Performance DoDAAC: 961105 CountryCode: USA

CORPS OF ENGINEERS NEW ENGLAND DIST

PROJECT MANAGER HOP BROOK LANE, ROUTE 63 MIDDLEBURY, CT 06762

UNITED STATES

CHRISTOPHER J. COGLEY, DELIVER_TO_EMP_ID_NO

Section G - Contract Administration Data

DFARS Clauses Incorporated by Reference

Number Title Effective Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports.

2018-12

252.236-7000 Modification Proposals--Price Breakdown.

1991-12

DFARS Clauses Incorporated by Full Text

Number Title Effective Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

252.232-7006 Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions.

2023-01

WIDE AREA WORKFLOW PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS (JAN 2023)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause-

"Department of Defense Activity Address Code (DoDAAC)" is a six position code that uniquely identifies a unit, activity, or organization.

"Document type" means the type of payment request or receiving report available for creation in Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

"Local processing office (LPO)" is the office responsible for payment certification when payment certification is done external to the entitlement system.

"Payment request" and "receiving report" are defined in the clause at 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports.

(b) Electronic invoicing. The WAWF system provides the method to electronically process vendor payment requests and receiving reports, as authorized by Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports.

(c) WAWF access. To access WAWF, the Contractor shall-

(1) Have a designated electronic business point of contact in the System for Award Management at https://www.sam.gov; and

(2) Be registered to use WAWF at https://wawf.eb.mil/ following the step-by-step procedures for self-registration available at this web site.

(d) WAWF training. The Contractor should follow the training instructions of the WAWF Web- Based Training Course and use the Practice Training Site before submitting payment requests through WAWF. Both can be accessed by selecting the "Web Based Training" link on the WAWF home page at https://wawf.eb.mil/

(e) WAWF methods of document submission. Document submissions may be via web entry, Electronic Data Interchange, or File Transfer Protocol.

(f) WAWF payment instructions. The Contractor shall use the following information when submitting payment requests and receiving reports in WAWF for this contract or task or delivery order:

(1) Document type. The Contractor shall submit payment requests using the following document type(s):

(i) For cost-type line items, including labor-hour or time-and-materials, submit a cost voucher.

(ii) For fixed price line items-

(A) That require shipment of a deliverable, submit the invoice and receiving report specified by the Contracting Officer.

(Contracting Officer: Insert applicable invoice and receiving report document type(s) for fixed price line items that require shipment of a deliverable.)

(B) For services that do not require shipment of a deliverable, submit either the Invoice 2in1, which meets the requirements for the invoice and receiving report, or the applicable invoice and receiving report, as specified by the Contracting Officer.

(Contracting Officer: Insert either "Invoice 2in1" or the applicable invoice and receiving report document type(s) for fixed price line items for services.)

(iii) For customary progress payments based on costs incurred, submit a progress payment request.

(iv) For performance based payments, submit a performance based payment request.

(v) For commercial financing, submit a commercial financing request.

(2) ) Fast Pay requests are only permitted when Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.213-1 is included in the contract.

[Note: The Contractor may use a WAWF "combo" document type to create some combinations of invoice and receiving report in one step.]

(3) Document routing. The Contractor shall use the information in the Routing Data Table below only to fill in applicable fields in WAWF when creating payment requests and receiving reports in the system.

Routing Data Table*

Field Name in WAWF Data to be entered in WAWF Pay Official DoDAAC ____ Issue By DoDAAC ____ Admin DoDAAC ____ Inspect By DoDAAC ____ Ship To Code ____

Ship From Code ____ Mark For Code ____ Service Approver (DoDAAC) ____ Service Acceptor (DoDAAC) ____ Accept at Other DoDAAC ____ LPO DoDAAC ____ DCAA Auditor DoDAAC ____ Other DoDAAC(s) ____ (*Contracting Officer: Insert applicable DoDAAC information. If multiple ship to/acceptance locations apply, insert "See Schedule" or "Not applicable.")

(**Contracting Officer: If the contract provides for progress payments or performance-based payments, insert the DoDAAC for the contract administration office assigned the functions under FAR 42.302(a)(13).)

(4) Payment request. The Contractor shall ensure a payment request includes documentation appropriate to the type of payment request in accordance with the payment clause, contract financing clause, or Federal Acquisition Regulation 52.216-7, Allowable Cost and Payment, as applicable.

(5) Receiving report. The Contractor shall ensure a receiving report meets the requirements of DFARS Appendix F.

(g) WAWF point of contact.

(1) The Contractor may obtain clarification regarding invoicing in WAWF from the following contracting activity's WAWF point of contact.

(Contracting Officer: Insert applicable information or "Not applicable.")

(2) Contact the WAWF helpdesk at 866-618-5988, if assistance is needed.

(End of clause)

Section H - Special Contract Requirements

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor ("Contractor") and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (eg., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as "RAMs"), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures -this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clauses of this contract, should FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

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

WAGE DETERMINATIONS:

The Wage Determination for this project can be found at:

https://sam.gov/wage-determination/CT20260023/2

W912WJ26QA147

https://sam.gov/wage-determination/CT20260023/2

Wage Determination No.: CT20260023

Modification No.: 2

Revised Date: 18 May 2026

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Section I - Contract Clauses

UAI 5152.249-9000 Basis for Settlement of Proposals

Actual costs will be used to determine equipment costs for a settlement proposal submitted on the total cost basis under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 49.206-2(b). In evaluating a termination settlement proposal using total cost basis, the following principles will be applied to determine allowable equipment costs.

(a) Actual costs for each piece of equipment, or groups of similar serial or series equipment, need not be available in the contractor's accounting records to determine total actual equipment costs.

(b) If equipment costs have been allocated to a contract using predetermined rates, those charges will be adjusted to actual costs.

(c) Recorded job costs adjusted for unallowable expenses will be used to determine equipment operating expenses.

(d) Ownership costs (depreciation) will be determined using the contractor's depreciation schedule (subject to the provisions of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 31.205-11).

(e) License, taxes, storage and insurance costs are normally recovered as an indirect expense and unless the contractor charges these costs directly to contracts, they will be recovered through the indirect expense rate.

(End of Clause)

52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work.

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 21 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and

(c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than from notice to proceed . 90 calendar days

* The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

(End of clause)

52.236-27 Site Visit (Construction).

(a) The clauses at 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions, and 52.236-3, Site Investigations and Conditions Affecting the Work, will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. Accordingly, offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where the work will be performed.

(b) Site visits may be arranged during normal duty hours by contacting:

Name: Christopher Cogley

Address: 4 Straits Turnpike, Middlebury, CT 06762

Email Address: Christopher.J.Cogley@usace.army.mil

Telephone: 203-729-8840 x357

(End of Provision)

MAGNITUDE OF PROJECT

The estimated cost of the work is between $25,000 and $100,000.

*** END OF NARRATIVE ***

FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference

Number Title Effective Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements.

2017-01

52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel.

2011-01

52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.204-13 System for Award Management- Maintenance. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of 2014-12

Representations and Certifications.

52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations.

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.222-3 Convict Labor. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.222-6 Construction Wage Rate Requirements. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.222-7 Withholding of Funds. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records.

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.222-9 Apprentices and Trainees.

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.222-10 Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.222-11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards). 2026-02

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

52.222-12 Contract Termination-Debarment. 2014-05

52.222-13 Compliance with Construction Wage Rate Requirements and Related Regulations.

2014-05

52.222-14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility. 2014-05

52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.222-55 Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.

(Deviation 2026-O0040, Revision 1)

2026-04

52.223-2 Reporting of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to- 2024-05

Know Information.

52.223-23 Sustainable Products. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving.

2024-05

52.228-2 Additional Bond Security. 1997-10

52.228-11 Pledges of Assets (DEVIATION 2020-O0016)

2021-02 Deviation 2020- O0016

2020-04

52.228-12 Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds.

2022-12

52.228-14 Irrevocable Letter of Credit. 2014-11

52.232-23 Assignment of Claims. 2014-05

52.232-27 Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts.

2017-01

52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management.

2018-10

52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations.

2013-06

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors.

2023-03

52.233-1 Disputes. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.233-3 Protest after Award. (Deviation 2026-02

2026-O0038)

52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions.

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.236-3 Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.236-5 Material and Workmanship.

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.236-6 Superintendence by the Contractor. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities.

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.236-8 Other Contracts. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas.

(Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.236-12 Cleaning Up. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.236-13 Accident Prevention. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-02

52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.242-14 Suspension of Work. 1984-04

52.243-5 Changes and Changed Conditions. (Deviation 2026- O0038)

2026-02

52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services. (Deviation 2026-O0038)

2026-04

52.246-21 Warranty of Construction. 1994-03

52.249-1 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (Short Form).

1984-04

52.249-10 Default (Fixed-Price Construction).

1984-04

DFARS Clauses Incorporated by Reference

Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

2011-09

Officials.

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights.

2022-12

252.204-7003 Control of Government Personnel Work Product.

1992-04

252.204-7004 Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors.

2023-01

252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting. (DEVIATION 2024-

O0013 REVISION 1)

2024-05 Deviation 2024- O0013

2024-05

252.204-7018 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services.

2023-01

252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements.

2023-11

252.223-7006 Prohibition on Storage,…