SOW Install Pony Walls-Oxford.pdf

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

Install Pony Walls, Building - 1 Asset ID - 640800B001

National Sedimentation Laboratory 598 McElroy Drive, Oxford, MS 38655

Prepared by: Kevin Magee January 2024

Table of Contents

1. Project Site Map Page 3

2. Project Contact Persons Page 4

3. Scope of Services Page 5

4. Project Requirements Page 5

5. General Requirements Page 7

6. Hazardous Material Page 17

7. Project Schedule Page 18

1.0 PROJECT:

Project Title: “Install Pony Walls Building 1” at the USDA, ARS, National Sedimentation Laboratory, Oxford, MS.

2.0 PROJECT CONTACT PERSONS:

CONTRACTING OFFICER (CO): to be assigned

LOCATION POINT OF CONTACT (LPOC)---TBA after contract is awarded.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (AO) ---TBA after contract is awarded.

LAB DIRECTOR---TBA after contract is awarded.

ENGINEER PROJECT MANAGER (EPM) ---TBA after contract is awarded.

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.

a. 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 listed in SOW.

[X] Provide 3 reference projects of this nature performed in the last 3 years (including a customer point of contact for each project) with the bid package.

[X] Complete the project as per project requirements listed in SOW.

4.0 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS:

The Contractor shall furnish a technical and cost proposal to install pony walls, electrical outlets, and requisite plumbing in the designated rooms in Building 1. The project is located at the USDA, ARS, National Sedimentation Laboratory, 598 McElroy Drive, Oxford, MS 38655.

a. The Contractor will work with COR to ensure project is accomplished in a timely manner.

b. Davis Bacon Act applies to all contracts in excess of $2,000. Employee payroll logs for the project will be required to verify wage rates are being adhered to.

c. Additionally, Payment bonds will be required for projects exceeding $35,000. Obtaining and the cost of these bonds is the responsibility of the Contractor. Proof of Insurance is also required.

d. The Contractor is responsible for visiting the site prior to submitting a bid to observe existing conditions. No compensation will be provided for conditions that would be visible during an on-site visit for persons experienced performing this type of work.

4.1 Bid Schedule:

a. The Base Bid shall include all work described in 4.2 Description of Work.

4.2 Description of Work:

a. The project is to furnish all materials, labor, and supervision to install pony walls, electrical outlets, and requisite plumbing hookups for laboratory gas, air, and vacuum as designated in this SOW in Rooms 116, 118, 120, 122, at Building 1, ARS National Sedimentation Laboratory at 598 McElroy Drive, Oxford, MS 38655 to serve as backboard for laboratory casework to be installed in a subsequent project. Pony walls, outlets, and fixtures are to be assembled and installed per the drawings contained in this SOW to produce a finished and useable product.

b. The Contractor shall be responsible to handle and dispose of debris at an off-site, certified disposal site consistent with all Local, State, and Federal requirements.

4.2.1 Background and Overview

The pony walls to be installed in this contract are intended replace integral pony walls and casework that were demolished in an earlier project. The remnant existing electrical and plumbing (air, gas, and vacuum) that were housed in the old casework and pony walls shall be plumbed and incorporated into the new work as shown in the schematics. Water supply and drain plumbing on the walls to receive pony walls are to be removed and plugged. There will be no water supply or drainage in the new pony walls. Water supply and drain plumbing on the remaining walls is to remain in place. The new pony walls will serve as backing for new casework that will be acquired and installed by others. The new casework will be mobile so that lab rooms can be reconfigured as research activities dictate. In keeping with the remainder of the room, the new pony wall shall have matching cove base installed for uniformity for those times when casework is rearranged. The new pony walls will be primed and painted to match existing walls and made from finish grade 1/2'” plywood with 1” thick phenol resin countertops and backsplashes where shown. The interior bracing scheme is to be designed by the contractor and submitted to the EPM for approval. All plumbing and electrical work are to be compliant will all applicable codes and performed by licensed technicians. Pony walls shall have removable access ports as shown in the schematics.

4.2.2 Pre-Construction Phase Services:

a. Pre-Construction Submittals

Prior to issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) the following submittals must be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) for approval:

1. Work Hours, per Section H.30 entitled, MAXIMUM WORKWEEK – CONSTRUCTION

SCHEDULE. The work hours will include the daily starting and stopping time, and days of the week the Contractor proposes to carry out the work. Daily Facility hours are from 7:00a.m. to 4:00 p.m. excluding weekends and Federal holidays. Contractor shall submit a work schedule conforming to the times of operation listed above and list the anticipated completion date.

2. Construction Cost Proposal presented in a cost break-out format resembling a Schedule of Values.

4. Quality Control Plan.

5. Accident Prevention Plan/Safety plan complete with contact info and map to nearest emergency room and minor medical facility.

6. The construction contractor (CC) shall provide to the CO 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.

7. Waste Management Plan: Plan should be submitted within 14 days of date established for the Construction Notice to Proceed. Approval of the contractor’s plan does not relieve the contractor of responsibility for compliance with any applicable environmental regulations. This plan should include all proposed disposal sites and should include waste diversion and recycling when possible.

4.3 Government Furnished Equipment\Services:

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

b. The Government will supply necessary access badges required for entry into the facility.

Contractor will supply a list of names and credentials for those who will need access.

5.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

5.1 Base Bid

a. Room 116 Pony wall to be approximately 186” long, 43.5” tall, 9” deep with carbon black phenolic resin countertop and backsplash. The backsplash will house 3 (110v) electrical outlets and 2 sets of USDA supplied gas, air, vacuum hardware approximately as shown. Red lines shown in the following photographs depict the approximate location of the pony wall and yellow lines depict the location of the new casework.

Room 116

Room 116 Elevation View

b. Room 118 Pony wall to be approximately 224” long, 42.5” tall, 9” deep with carbon black phenolic resin countertop and backsplash. The backsplash will house 4 (110v) electrical outlets and 2 sets of USDA supplied gas, air, Room 118

Room 118 Elevation View

c. Room 120 Pony wall to be approximately 136” long, 39” tall, 11” deep with carbon black phenolic resin countertop and backsplash. The backsplash will house 4 (110v) electrical outlets and 1 set of USDA supplied gas, air, Room 120

Room 120 Elevation View

d. Room 122 Back Wall Pony wall to be approximately 184” long, 41” tall, 9” deep with carbon black phenolic resin countertop backsplash. The backsplash will house 4 (110v) electrical outlets and 1 set of USDA supplied gas, air, Room 122 Back Wall

Room 122 Elevation View

e. Room 122 Front Wall Pony wall to be approximately 185” long, 41” tall, 9” deep with carbon black phenolic resin countertop and backsplash. The backsplash will house 4 (110v) electrical outlets and 2 sets of USDA supplied gas, air, Room 122 Front Wall

5.1 Permits:

Where governing regulations and imposed codes and standards require notices, permits, licenses, inspections, tests, and similar items or actions in order to lawfully proceed with the required work, the Contractor shall obtain items 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 Utility Severance Certificates:

Not required.

5.3 Installation Plan:

Submit a comprehensive installation plan, describing the proposed sequence, methods, equipment, and materials required to perform the work per this SOW.

5.4 Installation Schedule:

Contractor shall coordinate assembly and installation with Local Point of Contact or COR. All disturbances or disruptions of service as a part of work for this building shall be coordinated with the LPOC or COR to prevent jeopardizing on-going research.

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:

a. 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.

b. 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.

c. The Contract Documents may not represent all surface conditions at the site and adjoining areas.

The known surface conditions are as indicated and shall be compared with actual conditions before commencement of work and the cost shall be included in the contractor’s proposal.

d. Government will not furnish any labor or equipment to unload or move materials or supplies.

5.7 Hazardous material:

a. The required demolition and abatement necessary to accommodate installation of the pony walls, in this SOW has already been accomplished. If the Contractor discovers suspected hazardous materials at this worksite, the CO and COR will be notified immediately for further action.

5.8 Disposal of Waste Materials and Debris:

a. Dispose of waste, trash, and debris in a safe, acceptable manner, in accordance with applicable laws and ordinances and as prescribed by authorities having jurisdiction.

b. Burying of trash and debris on the site will not be permitted. Burning of trash and debris at the site will not be permitted.

c. Remove trash and debris from the site at frequent intervals so that their presence will not delay the progress of the work or cause hazardous conditions for workers and the public.

d. The contractor should make every effort to recycle as much of the waste as possible.

6.0 Temporary Facilities:

a. 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 the course of construction and shall repair or replace any items damaged through its own negligence.

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

6.1 Cleanup:

The work site shall be kept clean and free of debris at all times. 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.

6.2 Final Payment/Contract Closeout:

The following documents are REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PAYMENT (other documents may also be required):

a. Release of liens.

b. Release of Claims

c. Employee payroll\time sheets

d. Invoice

6.3 PROJECT SCHEDULE: The Contract time for this project is 45 calendar days from the notice to proceed. NTP will be issued at the mandatory preconstruction conference.