SOW- CeilingRepair- Stuttgart AR.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

Lobby Ceiling and Boiler Room Wall Repair

Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC), Stuttgart, AR

Date: 5/19/2021

Table of Contents

Statement of Work Page 3

Contractor Responsibility Page 4

Project Schedule Page 5

Project Contacts Page 6

Photos Page 7

Statement of Work: The Contractor shall furnish a turnkey quote to provide services to repair all drywall in the ceiling of the lobby area and lower wall section of the boiler room at the USDA, ARS, Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC), 2890 HWY 130 East, Stuttgart, Arkansas USDA, ARS as well as prime the new drywall and repaint the ceiling after repairs are complete.

Site Visit: Contractors are encouraged to visit the site and be escorted by a government representative to confirm locations, dimensions, and conditions of the project before a quote is submitted. The site visit shall be for the purpose of observing firsthand any conditions relevant to the completion of this project. No consideration will be given to claims based on lack of knowledge of existing conditions, except where Contract Documents make definite provisions for adjustment in cost or extension due to existing conditions not readily foreseeable.

Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management, (SAM), prior to submitting a quote. Registration can be obtained through:

www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM

Utilization of Bio-Based Products: The contractor shall utilize products and material based from bio- based materials as applicable, (e.g. bio-based greases; bio-based hydraulic fluids, bio-based absorbents), to the maximum extent possible without jeopardizing the intended end use or detracting from the overall quality delivered to the end user. All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to the applicable Federal Specifications and Standards. All supplies and materials to be used in the performance of work described herein are subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Products can be found at: www.biopreferred.gov

Safety: The contractor will submit a Site Safety Specific Plan/Accident Prevention Plan in industry recognizable format to the Contracting Officer within 14 days of contract award. Contractor shall furnish a Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) and the Government shall review the SSSP prior to the start any construction activities. SSSP shall be in typically accepted industry format.

Base : Contractor shall perform the following work. Contractor will provide the labor and materials necessary to remove, repair/replace all damaged drywall in the lobby ceiling and boiler room wall section of the DBNRRC main building. After repairs are complete, the http://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM http://www.biopreferred.gov/ new drywall will be primed, and the entire ceiling shall be repainted with a color that matches existing colors in the lobby and selected by the site Research Leader.

All quotes shall be in unlocked MS Word format and all cost shall be detailed and presented in unlocked MS Excel format with formulas working.

Contractor Responsibility:

The project has a base to be performed per the following specifications:

1. Contractor will verify all dimensions and existing site conditions prior to beginning work.

2. Contractor shall keep work area clean daily and take measures to control debris while work is being performed.

3. Contractor is required to manage the project and consult with the Government prior to beginning all work phases. And, to work in a manner that minimizes the impact of the work on Government operations, research, and functions.

4. Contractor will provide daily reports of work performed to the COR.

5. Contractor shall remove and dispose of all construction related materials from all work areas daily and remove these waste materials from the site on a weekly basis.

6. All work must be performed in such a manner as to not adversely affect daily operations of the facility, its workers, and the onsite facility operations.

7. Contractor must always have a superintendent on the job when working on this project.

8. Contactor will be allowed to use facility restrooms however the Contractor is responsible for keeping restrooms neat and clean and assumes responsibility for any damage caused by its employees.

Material / Submittals:

The material for the entire work shall include but are not limited to those detailed above necessary to successfully complete the project and deliver a functioning system as required. Submittals on all material used on this project shall be submitted to the EPM, Site RL, and Contracting Specialist as noted in this document. Electronic submittals are acceptable otherwise three written submittals are required.

First tier manufacturer (Pittsburg, Sherwin Williams, or equivalent), non-recycled latex paint that matches the gloss type and color of existing wall paint is required.

Required submittals are primer, paint type and paint color for approval by the site.

Installation Procedure:

Contractor will verify all dimensions and site conditions prior to beginning work. Contractor is required to provide labor, specified material, equipment, and other tools required to perform the job fully and completely. No Government equipment will be available for use by the contractor. The contractor shall always be responsible for protecting his work and ensuring the safety of his crew and ARS employees. Upon completion of the project, the contractor shall remove from the premises all accumulated materials and rubbish caused by the project. Premises shall be left in a clean, orderly, and acceptable condition.

Damage to Property:

Any damage to the Government buildings, utilities, etc. caused as the result of the contractor’s activities shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Government.

Inspection and Acceptance:

A government representative shall inspect and approve the work performed on this project. The Contractor shall schedule inspection a minimum of 2 days in advance, in writing, to the Contracting Officer.

Project Schedule:

The completion of this project shall not exceed 60 days from date of notice to proceed with the contractor immediately responding to the DBNRRC to begin repair and painting efforts. A request for time extension must be submitted to the Contracting Specialist in writing. Each request must include specific and detailed reasons in support of the schedule alteration.

Work Hours:

Contractor work hours shall be Monday through Friday, seven (8) A.M. to four (3:30) P.M.

with the exception of Government holidays. Any changes to work schedule shall be submitted to Contacting Officer for written approval prior to schedule change.

Project Contacts:

RESEARCH PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVES (RPR):

Dr. Anna McClung (DBNRRC) 870-672-6129

USDA, ARS, SEA,

Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC) 2890 HWY 130 East Stuttgart, AR, 72160-0287 Anna.Mcclung@ars.usda.gov

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (AO):

Raeann Braithwaite 870-672-8254

USDA, ARS, SEA DBNRRC

Dale Bumpers National Rice 2890 HWY 130 East Stuttgart, AR, 72160-0287 Raeann.Braithwaite@usda.gov

ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER (EPM):

Everett Wilson 720-618-0703 USDA, ARS, SEA Facilities 3550 Main Street, #5121 Houston, TX 77002 Everett.Wilson@usda.gov

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (DBNRRC):

Javier Delao 870-830-2803

USDA, ARS, SEA

Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC) 2890 HWY 130 East Stuttgart, AR, 72160-0287 Javier.Delao@usda.gov

Jessica Pacheco

USDA, ARS, SEA- AFM

141 Experiment Station Road Stoneville, MS 38776

662-686-5414 jessica.pacheco@usda.gov

CONTRACT SPECIALIST:

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