SOW_Heater_MMR_BMF.docx

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR

Install Heaters in Boat Maintenance Facility (BMF) USCG Station Merrimack River

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

FIRST DISTRICT

SECTOR BOSTON

COMMANDING OFFICER

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

427 Commercial St. Boston MA. 02109

The large heating furnace in the Boat Maintenance Facility (BMF) has reached its end of service life. While the unit is still functional, it has need extra service calls due to failing parts. To supply heating to the Boat Bay space two natural gas fuel-fired mounted heaters are to be installed in the space. The location, type and capacity of the proposed heaters will be discussed below.

1. Scope of Work

1. The contractor shall provide all labor, tools, material, equipment, and work lifts necessary to supply, install, dispose of old furnace, and make operational, two fuel-fired mounted 135K BTU heaters, with two separate thermostatic control, within the BMF.

2. The proposed heating units will comply with the following specifications:

a. Install two condensing 92.9% efficient, 135,000 Btu/hr units according to manufacturer specifications.

b. Power shall be provided to the units according to manufacturer specifications.

c. Power shall be provided from the panel supported by the back-up generator located in the northeast corner of the BMF.

d. Natural gas supply lines shall be provided to the units. Gas shall be disconnected from the existing furnace in adjacent mechanical room and extended through the adjoining north wall of the boat bay to serve the two unit heaters.

e. Thermostatic control unit shall be wired to control each unit.

3. The installation location requirements of the units are:

a. Both heating unit shall be located on the west wall, hung at approximately 9 ft above floor, directly below existing ductwork, 20 ft from the north end of the building.

b. Thermostatic controls shall be located on the west wall, approximately 5 ft above the floor, below each unit. Control shall not be located near any equipment with a significant thermal output.

4. Removal of the old furnace

a. Electrical secure old unit within the breaker panel and verify.

b. Secure natural gas to the furnace and remove as much piping as possible. Cap all pipe ends not needed. (If necessary)

c. All ducting/brackets/furnace associated with old unit will be removed and recycled per Federal and State requirements off-site.

2. Safety

1. Unforeseen Hazardous Material

a. If material(s) that may be hazardous to human health upon disturbance are encountered during construction operations, stop that portion of work, and notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) immediately. If material is not hazardous or poses no danger, the Government will direct the Contractor to proceed without change. If material is hazardous and handling of the material is necessary to accomplish the work, the Government will issue a modification pursuant to FAR 52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions. The US Coast Guard does not have test reports for known hazardous materials in the work areas.

3. Period of Performance

1. The overall period of performance is 30 days after the award date.

2. Work may be performed between 0800-1700.

3. Prior to work commencing contractor shall provide scheduled start time at least 5 days prior to start.

4. No work shall be allowed on weekends or holidays without prior approval by the COR.

4. Base Access

1. The contractors shall provide an access list of personnel authorized access to the station and work area 48 hours before starting work. All persons must have/present a valid government issued ID to enter the station, there will be no exceptions. Deliveries of materials and equipment must be received by contractor personnel if delivered to the USCG facility.

5. General

1. Inspection

a. The Government’s COR will be on the site. The COR for this contract is Matthew Johnston, Matthew.H.Johnston@uscg.mil. The contractor shall inform the COR of day-to-day activities and plans. At the start of each workday, the contractor shall check in with the COR.

2. Coordination with the Coast Guard and other Contractors

a. Other projects may be in progress during this contract execution. In the event of conflicts, arrangements will be made to coordinate all activities between other contractors and/or Coast Guard personnel. The COR will make every attempt to provide notice of changes at least 24 hours prior to established dates to allow for revisions to the schedule.

b. Areas of the facility not under construction shall remain in operation during construction. Keep all construction activities and personnel clear of facility operations. Coast Guard operations shall take priority if conflicts are present.

3. Operation of Government Facilities

a. The facility may have Government personnel working in certain areas during the execution of the contract. The Coast Guard will keep interference with the contractor’s operation to a minimum. However, the contractor shall take precautions to see that no debris, materials, equipment, or personnel shall endanger the safety of Coast Guard or other personnel working in the area.

4. Methods of Materials Qualifications

a. To demonstrate that the materials to be used in this project conform to these specifications and the Buy American Act, the contractor may pursue any of the following:

i. Certificates of compliance with specification requirements signed by an authorized officer of the manufacturer or processor of approved trade association involved. Such certificates shall show the name and address of the contractor and the name and location of the project. The certificate shall be accompanied by all supporting product data so that adequate evaluation by the Government can be made.

ii. Labeling by the manufacturer on unbroken/unopened containers.

iii. Official marking or labeling by recognized grading organization or national code association indicating compliance.

5. Temporary Utilities and Controls

a. Temporary utilities (e.g., electricity and water) will be provided by the Government at no cost to the contractor. The contractor shall provide and remove at no cost to the Government, all additional equipment and other apparatus necessary to serve the work site. The government makes no guarantee as to quality, quantity or continuity of such services and will not be liable for any effects these services have on contractor’s equipment or the progress schedule.

6. Sanitary Facilities

a. The contractor may utilize sanitary facilities as indicated by the COR. If additional sanitary facilities are needed, the contractor shall provide and remove temporary facilities at no cost to the Government, with location coordinated with the COR. The government makes no guarantee as to quality, quantity or continuity of such services and will not be liable for any effects these services have on contractor’s equipment or the progress schedule.

7. Removals

a. All rubbish and trash created as a result of fulfilling these specifications shall be removed from the site daily at contractor’s expense or as otherwise dictated within this scope. The contractor is responsible for the transfer of material to and from the worksite and/or dumpster area as well as any debris caused in-between.

8. Delivery Storage and Handling

a. The contractor shall deliver all materials to the job site in the manufacturer’s sealed and undamaged containers or wrappings and place in designated storage/lay down areas. Damaged materials shall not be used.

9. Cleanup

a. The contractor shall remove all scraps and debris generated by this operation by the end of each working day. After each job completion/installation/etc. the area shall be cleaned. All debris shall be removed and disposed of in accordance with applicable City, State and Federal Laws.

b. At the completion of the project all spaces must be cleaned and disinfected.

10. Smoking

a. All contractor and subsequent employees shall not smoke cigarettes, cigars, vapes, and/or pipes in any Government Building or within 50ft thereof. Smoking outside the building will be permitted past the 50ft mark and/or in designated areas only. The contractor shall be responsible for maintaining a clean environment in the designated smoking areas if used.

11. Protection of Existing Structures, Utilities, Work

a. The contractor shall supply and maintain protective measures against damage to existing structures, utilities, or interruption of any service. Failure to do so may result in cessation of all work. All damages or interruption of utility services resulting from failure to take necessary precautions shall be repaired or restored at no additional cost to the Government.

6. Submittals Contractor shall provide submittals as pdf or word documents to the US Coast Guard Contracting Officer (KO) for approval, prior to ordering any of the materials. The contractor must receive in writing from the US Coast Guard that the submittals are approved prior to ordering the associated materials.

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