SOW - REPLACE ROOFS - B57 B38 B35 B23 and B14 - Miami FL.pdf

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

REPLACE ROOFS - B57, B38, B35, B23, & B14

Subtropical Horticulture Research Center 13601 Old Cutler Road Miami, Florida 33158

Prepared by Everett Wilson

May 15, 2020

1. Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all professional services necessary to supply and install a new roof to current code requirements on Buildings - B57, B38, B35, B23, & B14 at the USDA, ARS, Subtropical Horticulture Research Center, 13601 Old Cutler Road, Miami, Florida 33158, and provide a detailed proposal with a cost breakdown for the project.

The contractor shall include all services and field labor, equipment (including cranes and rigging equipment), materials, testing and personal protective equipment necessary to perform the work. No Government equipment will be available for use by the contractor.

1.1. Base Bid

The contractor shall provide a detailed proposal and cost breakdown for the entire project as specified in this statement of work. All proposals shall be in unlocked MS Word format, and all cost proposals shall be detailed in unlocked MS Excel format with formulas working.

1.2. 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 bid is submitted. The site visit shall be for the purpose of observing first-hand 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 bid.

Registration can be completed at www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM http://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM

2. Codes and Standards

Applicable Codes and Standards apply and are not limited to the following

ANSI - American National Standards Institute.

ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

NEC - National Electrical Code, NFPA 72.

OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration

ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act

All work must meet ARS 242.1M “ARS Facilities Design Standards” for the defined scope of this project in addition to meeting all Local, State and Federal codes, and latest International Building Code (IBC).

3. Project Summary

The project consists of the following elements:

Scope of Work Specifics - Sloped Roofs (B57, B38, B35, & B23)

• Remove existing roof system down to wood sheathing

• Remove all debris from site

• Replace rotten wood sheathing as necessary.

• Prep and clean roof sections

• Furnish and install 3x3 drip edge, valleys, vents and flashings

• Seal flashing penetrations

• Install new #30 ASTM Tamko base sheet and mechanically fasten

• Apply GASF Versashield fire resistant roof deck protection

• Install standing seam metal roof (standard color white)

Scope of Work Specifics -Flat Roof (B14 only)

• Seal flashing penetrations

• Install GAF fire resistant TPO underlayment

• Install GAF ¼” Polyiso insulation adhered to deck

• Install GAF single ply 60 mil TPO membrane (white)

• Seal all laps/seams with heat weld.

The facility will be occupied during construction activities. All work shall be scheduled in advance and coordinated with the facility representative to minimize the disruption to daily operations and research programs.

4. 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 of 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

5. Safety

The contractor will submit a Site Safety Specific Plan (SSSP), Health Plan (can be part of SSSP), and Accident Prevention Plan in industry recognizable format to the Contracting Officer within 14 days of contract award. The Government shall review the SSSP prior to the start any construction activities.

Safety and health matters, as they relate to the work, are the exclusive responsibility of the contractor and shall comply with all Lab requirements and protocols. The contractor shall furnish, erect, and maintain barricades, warning lights, signs, guards, or take other precautions that may be required by law or local authorities for the protection and security of the grounds, facilities and personnel.

6. Contractor Requirements

The contractor shall provide a complete and functional installation, including all labor, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, apparatus, transportation, rigging and other equipment and services necessary to accomplish the work in accordance with the intent and meaning of this statement of work.

http://www.biopreferred.gov/

The project work shall be performed per the following guidelines:

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

2) The contractor shall always be responsible for protecting his work and ensuring the safety of his crew and ARS employees.

3) 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.

4) Contractor is required to manage the project and consult with the Government prior to beginning all work phases.

5) Contractor shall perform work in a manner that minimizes the impact to daily operations of the facility and its workers. The building will be occupied during construction work.

6) Contractor will provide daily reports of work performed to the AO and weekly status updates to the EPM.

7) Contractor must have a superintendent on the jobsite when crews are performing the installation work.

8) Contactor will provide their own restroom facility.

9) Contractor will comply with all Lab Health Requirements for Covid.

All work is to be performed according with building codes, ordinances and laws of the Authority having jurisdiction on the project. When the requirements of the building codes, ordinances and laws conflict with any other part of the building codes, ordinances and laws, the most restrictive requirement shall prevail.

7. Documentation Requirements

7.1. Material Submittals

The contractor shall submit for approval all specification sheets necessary to describe the complete roofing job for each building. Electronic submittals on all roofing materials used on this project shall be submitted to the EPM, AO, and CO noted in this document. All applicable products will have the Miami Dade Notice of Acceptance highlighted or otherwise noted as applicable.

7.2. Pre-Construction Submittals

Prior to construction activities beginning the following submittals must be provided to the AO and EPM for approval.

1. Project Schedule (including daily work start/stop time)

2. Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP), Health Plan (can be part of SSSP), and

Accident Prevention Plan

3. List of contract personnel of the general and subcontractors

8. General Requirements

8.1. Damage to Property:

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 to pre-damaged condition to the satisfaction of the AO.

8.2. 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 with the AO.

9. Period of Performance

The completion of this project shall not exceed 90 days from date of notice to proceed. 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.

9.1. Work Hours:

Contractor work hours shall be Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

except on Government holidays. Any changes to work schedule shall be submitted to Contacting Officer for written approval prior to schedule change.

10. Guaranty

The contractor shall provide and submit a single guarantee stating that all portions of the work are in accordance with Contract requirements and be responsible for all repairs of defective workmanship & materials (Leak Free Warranty) for a minimum of seven (7) years. An additional manufacturers warranty is required for a period not less than twenty (20) years from date of final acceptance by the USDA, except where manufacturer guarantees or warranties are for longer terms, is required. The Contractor shall correct any deficiencies which occur during the guarantee period within 24 hours after notification.

11. Project Contacts

Contracting Officer (CO):

TBD

Engineering Project Manager (EPM) and Contracting Officer Representive (COR):

Everett Wilson, P.E.

3550 Main Street, #5121 everett.wilson@usda.gov Houston, TX 77002 Office: 720-618-0703

Administrative Officer (AO):

Karla Agurto 13601 Old Cutler Road karla.agurto@usda.gov Miami, Florida 33158 Phone: 786-573-7058

Area Safety and Health Manager (ASHM):

David Daniels 950 College Station Road David.daniels@usda.gov Athens, GA 30605 Phone: 706-546-3311

Research Leader (RL) Dr. Ricardo Goenaga 13601 Old Cutler Road ricardo.goenaga@usda.gov Miami, Florida 33158 Phone: 787-831-3435 mailto:everett.wilson@usda.gov mailto:karla.agurto@usda.gov mailto:David.daniels@usda.gov mailto:ricardo.goenaga@usda.gov

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