SOW Demolish Burned Barn and Construct New Barn - EW.docx

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

Demolish Burned Barn & Construct New Barn

Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center (DBSFRC), USDA-ARS, Booneville, Arkansas

Everett Wilson October 17, 2022

STATEMENT OF WORK

Construction

1.0 CONTRACT PROJECT:

Demolish Burned Barn and Construct New Barn

2.0 PROJECT CONTACT PERSONS:

0. CONTRACTING OFFICER (CO):

Lynn Hults, Contracting Specialist

b. RESEARCH PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVES (RPR):

Dr. Phillip Owens, Laboratory Director, DBSFRC 6883 South State Highway 23 Booneville, AR 72927-8209 Email: phillip.owens@ars.usda.gov Phone: (479) 675-3834 ext.324

Houston, Texas 77030 Email: perry.rainosek@ars.usda.gov Phone: (713) 798-7034; FAX: (713) 7980307

d. LOCATION CONTRACTING OFFICER REPRESENTATIVE (COR):

Email: larry.huddleston@ars.usda.gov Phone: (479) 675-3834 FAX: (479) 6752940

e. Engineering Project Manager (EPM)

3.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES:

The Contractor shall provide all professional services necessary for the accomplishment of the contract project and such required services shall be in accordance with requirements as described herein.

1. The Contractor shall provide services for the following tasks marked by an “X”:

[X] Provide a technical and cost proposal to complete the project as per project requirements. Because of site-specific conditions, the government recommends interested parties visit the site prior to submitting proposals. Interested parties may inspect the building with the facility maintenance supervisor.

[X] Provide all material, labor, and equipment to complete the project as per project requirements.

4.0 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

The Contractor shall furnish a cost proposal to provide services to:

1. Demolish, remove from site, and dispose of existing burned barn including existing concrete piers and any other associated debris.

2. Provide design drawings for new proposed building that are stamped by an Arkansas registered professional engineer certifying that all local, state, and federal construction requirements including wind load ratings for the replacement of the existing barn are met. The new design will meet, at a minimum, all design specification and requirements of the former Hilco Metal Roofing & Building Supply design previously used that incorporates new concrete piers and anchor bolt assemblies, etc.

3. Supply all materials, labor, and equipment for the construction of the new building including but not limited to all required anchoring concrete piers/bolt systems determined necessary to erect an approved, pre-engineered, Arkansas professional engineer stamped, building structure in the same location of the demolished, burned, hay barn.

4. The contractor will provide a turn-key product to include, but not limited to, complete demolishing and disposal of existing structure and supports, as well all materials as specified by the new design drawings and the proper installation of all material to all applicable codes.

5. This project shall be accomplished at the USDA Agricultural Research Service Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center (USDA ARS DBSFRC), 6883 South State Highway 23, Booneville, Arkansas.

6. The Contractor will work with site personnel to ensure project is accomplished in a timely manner. The Contractor’s work shall adhere to the criteria stated within these project requirements, approved structural drawings, and specifications. All construction shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local code requirements as well as current industry standards, (i.e.: ADA; IBC, IFC & IMC – 2006 Edition; TAS 2012 Edition; UBC; NFPA; UL; ANSI; FCC; ASTM; NEC; NEMA; etc.); ARS-242.1 “ARS Facilities Design Standards”, dated 5/1/2012; and health and safety codes, in effect at the time of contract award.

7. Davis Bacon Wage Rates apply to all construction contracts more than $2,000. Employee payroll logs for the project will be required to verify wage rates are being adhered to.

8. Projects more than $25,000 will require a bid bond. Additional, Payment and Performance bonds will be required for projects exceeding $25,000. Obtaining and the cost of these bonds is the responsibility of the Contractor. Proof of Insurance is also required.

4.1 Bid Schedule:

1. The Base Bid shall include all work described in 4.0.

4.2 Description of Work:

a. Perform all requirements in 4.0

4.2.1 Pre-Construction Submittals

1. Work Hours, per Section H.30 entitled, MAXIMUM WORKWEEK – CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE MUST BE SUBMITTED AND APPROVED. The work hours will include the daily starting and stopping time, and days of the week the Contractor proposes to carry out the work.

1. Demolition, Design, and Construction Cost Proposal MUST BE PRESENTED in a DETAILED and ITEMIZED cost break-out format resembling a Schedule of Values, preferably in MS Excel. FAILURE TO COMPLETELY DETAIL ALL MATERIAL, LABOR AND EQUIPMENT COSTS WILL BE BASIS FOR REJECTING PROPOSALS. Submittal of final number for the cost of Contractors proposal is not acceptable without detailed cost breakdown documenting the total.

3. Submittal of complete, stamped, drawings for approval from Hilco Metal Roofing & Building Supply or superior/equivalent established barn supply company is required prior to and all demolition and construction activities on the location.

4. Quality Control Plan.

5. Environmental Protection Plan.

6. Submit resumes for key personnel to the CO for approval: Project Manager, Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Scheduler, Safety Officer, etc. (review the contract document for personnel requirements).

7. Accident Prevention Plan/Safety Plan.

8. The construction contractor (CC) shall provide to the CO, AO, and LO a list of contract personnel of the general and subcontractors, who will be emergency contacts, including address, and telephone numbers for use in an emergency. As changes occur and additional information becomes available, the CC shall update the list.

4.2.2 Construction Phase Services

Construction Phase Services shall include, but not be limited to construction; administration of the demolition/construction contract and all sub-contracts; coordination of regular construction meetings; project scheduling; maintaining construction records including daily logs and monthly reports; monitoring of construction costs; administration of a Quality Control program and related inspection; close-out submittals, including final drawings of record (redlines, if any), on stamped construction drawings and O&M at the completion of the project; and other required services specified in the Construction Documents (this Statement of Work & Attachments). The Contractor is responsible for the construction of the facility(s), including timely delivery and project cost control. Construction Phase Services beginning at the issuance of the NTP after the Contract is awarded through construction completion.

4.3 Government Furnished Equipment\Services

1. The Government will be available to assist with the identification of possible other above ceiling utilities but does not guarantee location of all utilities.

1. The Government will furnish a reasonable amount of electricity and water.

5.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

5.1 Permits: Where governing regulations and imposed codes and standards require notices, permits, licenses, inspections, tests, and similar items or actions to lawfully proceed with the required work, the Contractor shall obtain and all the required above approvals and take those actions in accordance with the regulations of the governing authority. The costs of such permits, licenses, inspections, etc., are the obligation of the Contractor.

5.2 Existing Installations / Demolition:

Contractor shall modify existing installations as needed to accommodate the new installation. Contractor shall coordinate demolition / modification of existing installations with Owner. All disturbances of existing systems shall be thoroughly coordinated with the Owner to prevent disconnecting equipment that might jeopardize on-going research.

Owner reserves the right to retain any equipment / materials removed as part of the scope of work. Contractor shall coordinate any equipment / materials to be retained with Owner prior to starting demolition operations. Contractor shall legally dispose all equipment / materials removed that will not be retained.

Contractor shall divert project waste to recycle where practical. The Contractor shall track and document the amount of waste diverted to recycle. The Contractor shall submit diversion documentation as part of closeout. If no waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical.

5.3 Installation: It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to complete work in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and Industry Standards. Additional procedures and materials may be required than is indicated herein. If any item specified herein conflicts with the applicable codes and recommendations, the Contractor shall bring it to the attention of the Contracting Officer Representative for immediate resolution.

5.4 Submittals: Provide manufacturer’s descriptive literature/shop drawings for all materials to the COR for review. The descriptive literature shall be annotated/ highlighted to show its conformance with contract requirements. Submittals are required for all building materials and equipment per Specification 01300, “Submittal Procedures” & Submittal Register; and shall be stamped and/or signed by the general contractor prior to submission to the Government. Contractor is responsible for any costs incurred for equipment ordered without prior approval.

5.5 Quality Control: The work performed under this contract shall be subject to continuous audit by the COR. Quality control is the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor.

5.6 Protection of Work and Property/Safety Requirements:

1. The Contractor shall protect the work, the site, and all existing property and structures within the limits of the construction activities or that may be affected thereby until acceptance of the work. Any damage to property shall be repaired at the Contractor’s expense, to pre-damaged condition to the satisfaction of the COR.

1. Safety and health matters, as they relate to the work, are the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall furnish, erect, and maintain barricades, warning lights, signs, guards, or take other precautions as may be required by law or local authorities of the protection and security.

1. Contractor is responsible for verifying location of any underground utility and is responsible for any damaged caused to such utilities.

5.7 Temporary Facilities:

1. Temporary utilities (water and electricity) may be furnished to the Contractor by the Government, if so requested. The Contractor shall maintain and protect all such utilities during construction and shall repair or replace any items damaged through its own negligence.

1. Should the Contractor require any power or utility shutdowns during construction, the Contractor shall obtain approval for such shutdown from the COR three working days prior to the need.

5.8 Materials and Equipment:

1. The material and equipment to be furnished under these contract documents shall be the standard products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the production of such materials and equipment and shall be the manufacturer’s latest standard design.

1. All materials and equipment to be incorporated in the work shall be handled and stored by the manufacturer, fabricator, supplies and Contractor before during and after shipment in a manner to prevent warping, twisting, breaking, chipping, rusting and any injury, theft, or damage of any kind to the materials and equipment. All materials and equipment furnished by the Contractor shall be subject to inspection and approval by the CO/COR.

5.9 Cleanup: The construction site shall be always kept clean and free of debris. Disposal of the old electrical lighting equipment is required. Restore areas disturbed as nearly as possible to the original appearance and condition. Upon completion of the project, and prior to final inspection, the Contractor shall remove from the premises all unused material, trash, and debris resulting from the work to the satisfaction of the COR.

5.10 PROGRESS AND COMPLETION PICTURES

1. Photographically document site conditions prior to start of construction operations.

1. Provide within one month of the completion of work, high resolution, digital photographs. Resolution shall be 1600x1200x24 bit true color minimum in JPEG file format showing the sequence and progress of work.

1. Take a minimum of 12 digital photographs throughout the entire project showing major milestones of the construction (setting of piers and anchor bolts, erection of beams, installation of siding, etc. Submit for approval with the final invoice one set of digital photographs cumulative of the project from beginning to end. Photographs shall be provided for unrestricted use by the Government.

5.11 Warranty:

1. Submit data concerning the standard one-year warranty for workmanship, and standard warranty for building including the warranty periods (dates), and warranty contacts with names, addresses and telephone numbers.

1. Extended Equipment/Product Warranties: Obtain and furnish to the Contracting Officer all written warranties for equipment/products that have extended warranties (warranty periods exceeding the standard one-year warranty) furnished under the contract. The warranty period shall begin on the same date as project acceptance and shall continue for the full/product warranty period. The warranties shall be fully executed and delivered to the Contracting Officer prior to final acceptance of the facility.

5.12 Final Payment/Contract Closeout: The following documents are REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PAYMENT (other documents may also be required):

1. General contractors one (1) year warranty on work.

1. As-built drawings.

1. Project photographs documenting construction.

1. Release of liens.

1. Employee payroll\time sheets

1. Invoice

6.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE: The Contract time for this project is 120 calendar days from NTP.

7.0 ATTACHMENT DOCUMENTS:

A. Photos and Drawing Sketches.

B. Hilco Plans for 60’ x 100’ Building that will be demolished and to be used as minimum design requirements for new building.

A. Photographs and site plan.

Original building as constructed.

Damaged building to be demolished.

B.

Drawings for building to be demolished and for new design to comply with for approval of construction:

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