SOW_RTC Merletti Expansion 2026_06_01.pdf

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STATEMENT OF WORK FOR

Design-Build Merletti /Multi-

Function Expansion

Project Background and Requirements A. Project Background

1) The James J. Rowley Training Center (JJRTC) is the primary training facility for the United States Secret Service (USSS). The campus is located at 9200 Powder Mill Road in Laurel, Maryland, approximately 490 acres. The United States Secret Service, James J. Rowley Training Center (JJRTC) is the main training facility for USSS personnel. The facility consists of multiple buildings including classrooms, offices, and tactical training venues spread over the campus. JJRTC must provide the best training environment to USSS law enforcement Agents, Officers and civilian support personnel.

2) The purpose of this project is to provide turn-key design build services to construct a Multifunction Auditorium annex. The annex shall be fitted out with advanced state of the art technology and systems, to the north side of the Merletti Facility located at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel Maryland.

Reference and utilize the Government provided 100% final construction documents created under General Services Administration (GSA) contract number GS-11P-02YTD-0283 and A/E task number P-11-05-ZG-0041 by ADTEK Engineering Incorporated dated August 28, 2009, to create revised and updated 100% Sealed construction documents using the Imperial system as the unit of measure. The documents shall be in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal codes, regulations, guidelines, procedures, industry standards & best practices, specifications and ABA/ADA compliance. The venue shall accommodate seating for approximately 250 individuals along with an adaptable stage with the ability to accommodate an executive conference table, chairs and technology for approximately eighteen (18) people. In addition to the

United States Secret Service James J. Rowley Training Center

2 | P a g e construction documents provided, the venue shall include an advanced lighting technology system with above ceiling Catwalk for direct access to lighting and other maintenance necessities. The primary seating area shall be designed with a riser floor system approach. As a minimum, the facility shall include a mechanical room, two (2) equipment storage rooms, integrated control systems, electrical room, audio visual (A/V) controls room, central equipment room (CER), four (4) hands free filtered bottle filling stations with versatile bi-level drinking fountain, green room, office, retail store with storage, men’s & women’s restroom, with the women’s restroom having at least six (6) each water closets and lavatories. Moreover, a state-of-the-art large scale Planar Directlight Ultra Series video wall system with 0.7mm or less pixel pitches shall be included; it shall be installed and visible from the front and on angle-aligned walls so that all venue participants can clearly view the display. An 8K audio system with superior acoustics & equipment shall be integrated as part of the A/V system, high-definition 98” Planar systems UltraRes Series Commercial monitors, or COR approved equivalent, shall be installed throughout the venue, and any other components/services necessary to meet the intended use of the facility. The contractor shall maintain full access to the Merletti building and adjacent facilities throughout all construction activities

B. Period of Performance - The period of performance for this task order is 365 calendar days from date of ‘Notice to Proceed’ (NTP).

C. Project Requirements

1) Key Contact Entities

a. This contract shall be administered by USSS Procurement with construction management by USSS RTC Facility Branch. For this statement of work, “Government” refers to the KO, the CS, or the COR:

and “Contractor” refers to the Design/Build Contractor.

2) The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, testing, programming and any other resource (s) necessary to meet project requirements and intent. Other requirements shall include but not limited to:

a. All aspects of the contract and project requirements including options shall be Turn-key efforts.

b. The new annex and mezzanine shall have at least 12,000 usable square feet.

c. All exterior facade features and colors of the new annex shall match the exterior facade features and colors of the existing Merletti Facility.

d. The contractor is responsible for mitigable runoff, drainage and site preparation and work in and around the project site and as required by the Maryland Department of Environment.

e. Demolish and/or relocate existing sidewalks, utilities, and other infrastructure as needed for site location.

f. The seating area shall be continental seating arrangement and designed with a riser floor system approach. The seating system shall be flexible so that the area can be easily reconfigured for various event and with aisle lighting. The seating sight lines shall be designed and constructed to ensure every seat offers an unobstructed view of the entire stage, screens, and monitors. The seating chairs shall have ample clear passage to allow a participant to pass without having to stand up. The ergonomic fully enveloped chairs shall be constructed with a heavy-duty frame and proper fire-retardant foam

3 | P a g e density based on a 5-hour duration event. Further, the chairs shall deliver high comfort and made with premium commercial grade upholstery with bottom & back contoured cushions. Each seat shall have a foldable scribe writing tablet arm, large cup holder, USB A & C ports, and power source to charge laptops. The writing tablet shall require only one movement to store, mechanically dampened to control the folding motion, writing surface constructed from at least ½" thermoset resin & 124 square inches of writing area (not including the forearm), and be an armrest when the tablet is folded.

g. Two (2) equipment storage rooms, one positioned on each side of the stage. Storage room shall be approximately 150 square feet each.

h. The entire building shall utilize a movie theatre Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) system. As a minimum, the system shall be a roof-top mounted high-capacity central system to handle rapidly varying occupant & equipment loads, manage high carbon dioxide levels and use forced air equipped with electronically controlled motorized dampers within the ductwork. The system shall be designed with variable speed drives and have increased fresh-air rates, and advanced filtration & UV sanitization to maintain minimum indoor air quality of MERV 13 or better filtration.

Furthermore, the system shall tie-in and utilize the campus building automation system (BAS) to handle different heating/cooling needs for the auditorium, lobbies, bathrooms and all other spaces simultaneously. To initiate a quiet environment, the system shall implement the required techniques so to not interrupt venue event experiences. One zone shall be the primary zone that serves the auditorium seating and the stage. Sub zones for the lobby, A/V central equipment room (CER), restrooms, green room, control room and mechanical rooms.

i. Turn-key Utility Services to complete the project.

j. Add, remove, relocate and/or reposition exterior elements such as sidewalks and equipment as necessary.

k. A high-efficiency underfloor air distribution system shall be installed to provide air conditioning in the CER, A/V and control rooms.

l. In addition to outdoor ingress & egress access from the new annex, there shall be at least one (1) main interior access directly from the existing Merletti building and the new annex to be used as the primary ingress & egress point. The main interior access shall not be in the canteen/cafeteria area.

m. All materials and equipment under this contract shall be of commercial grade.

n. Physical Security and Electronic Security Systems shall comply with DHS Instruction Manual 121-

01-017-01 “Physical Security Construction and Equipment Specifications Instruction Manual Approval Date 3-21-15” (Attachment 2).

o. Mezzanine – The mezzanine

a. The structure shall have the capability of supporting the individuals, furniture, equipment, etc., required for the space to be functional. Structural steel member shall include structural members that are designed and manufactured or cast to support the mezzanine. Those items could include but not limited to raker beams or cantilever girders.

b. The chairs shall be fixed and have the same characteristics as those outlined for the first (1st) floor.

The chairs shall be molded plastic with upholstered seat and back cushions. The seats shall also have fold-down tablet arms. The chairs shall be durable, ergonomic with the proper foam density based on a 5-hour duration event.

c. Seating area shall be continental seating arrangement. The floor shall have a riser floor system approach (or riser profile). The seats shall have ample space to allow a participant to pass without having to stand up.

d. Handrails shall be installed to ensure safety throughout the mezzanine. Handrails on the balusters shall be tall enough to prevent falls on the staircases, balconies, etc. The balusters on the mezzanine shall be designed where it will not obscure any of the patrons’ view of the stage. Building codes mandates that the front guardrail of the mezzanine must be at least 42 inches tall.

e. Contractor shall purchase, install, sound-absorbing, commercial-grade materials in walls and ceiling to enhance audio quality in the auditorium.

f. Emergency Egress lighting shall be placed in the mezzanine illuminating exit path, aisle, and other

4 | P a g e major egress components. These items must be automatically illuminated utilizing the building’s electrical supply.

g. The design and construction of the mezzanine shall be design and constructed in a matter that does not impede egress path.

h. All exits shall be well illuminated in case of an emergency.

i. Contractor shall provide CAD/BIM or laser scans verifying that all seated patrons will have a clear sightline to the stage.

p. Audio-Visual and Controls Room:

a. The contractor shall furnish, install and program audiovisual equipment to include, control rooms, podiums, commercial and professional grade video cameras, multicast system, all microphones, OLED televisions, speakers, digital audio mixer board, professional lights, network and hardware cables, coax cable, in order to bring video/audio in and export video/audio out to the worldwide web utilizing livestream applications such as WebEx or MS TEAMS as described in this Statement of Work. Below are the specific tasks to be performed.

b. Audio-Visual, Other

i. Cameras

Contractor shall purchase, install, and program 4-6 (pan, tilt, zoom) professional grade video cameras. They shall be installed in such location to be able to cover all angles of the stage and audience. Contractor shall provide appropriate camera mounts, provide electrical power (if necessary), and any support system required to achieve proper placement. The contractor shall run all cables from the video camera locations to the control room and/or network room as necessary.

ii. Multicast System Contractor shall purchase, install, and program a multicast system that provides the capability of livestreaming events taking place in the auditorium to include live graduations, meetings, and other special training events. The multicast/multicamera production system should enable several cameras and other audio/video feeds to be broadcast over the internet and recorded locally or simply able to display any video signal (PC, Blu-Ray player, laptop) through OLED monitors or High-Definition projection system. The system should include the necessary video OLED monitors and speakers to be able to properly execute a livestream event. The system should provide the capability of connecting external devices such as laptops or tablets via a port plate through USB Type C, or HDMI. The contractor shall run all cables to the control room on the second floor and/or network room as necessary. This system must be compatible with MS Teams and be compliant with USSS approved devices.

iii. Digital Audio Mixer Board Contractor shall purchase, install, and program brand new digital audio mixer board that can control all audio sources to include wired and wireless mics, ceilings mics, auxiliary connections. The board should also control PA system levels, and microphone power/mute settings. The contractor shall purchase, install, and program a tablet or digital panel to be able to control the digital mixer remotely.

The contractor shall run all cables to the control room and/or network room as necessary.

iv. Wireless Microphones Contractor shall purchase, install, and program 6 handheld and 1 lavalier wireless microphones that can be controlled through digital audio mixer.

v. Wired Microphones Contractor shall purchase, install, and program 4 XLR connections on stage for wired handheld or tabletop microphones, 3 XLR connections for the podium microphone (each side and middle of the stage) that can be controlled through digital audio mixer.

vi. Stage Ceiling Microphones

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Contractor shall purchase, install, and program 2-4 ceiling microphones inside the stage area to capture audio. Ceiling mics should be controlled with the digital audio mixer. The contractor shall provide all necessary hardware and cables to correctly place the ceiling microphones.

vii. Front Display Contractor shall purchase, install, and program a high-performance 4K RGB pure laser projection system or COR approved comparable alternative. The OLED video wall shall display any video feed in the front or near the front of the auditorium. The contractor shall provide all necessary cables and hardware to provide capability.

viii. Rear Display Contractor shall purchase, install, and program multiple OLED televisions to display any video/audio feed in the rear of the auditorium. The contractor shall provide all necessary cables and hardware to provide capability.

ix. Speaker System (PA) Contractor shall purchase, install, and program high quality speakers (# TBD) to be mounted at appropriate locations to provide sound/audio in the auditorium. The contractor shall provide all necessary cables and hardware to provide capability.

x. Lighting System Contractor shall purchase, install, and program an advanced lighting system to include dimmers and rigs to provide various performance requirements in the auditorium. The contractor shall provide all necessary cables and hardware.

xi. Acoustics Contractor shall purchase, install, sound-absorbing, commercial-grade materials in walls and ceiling to enhance audio quality in the auditorium.

xii. Control Room All aspects of audiovisual components in the auditorium shall be controlled from the Control room to include the lighting system.

xiii. Green Room Space for guests to relax before going on stage. Recommend having an LED monitor and speakers that can display live feed of event in the auditorium

xiv. Powered Podium/Lectern Contractor shall furnish and install two (2) masterfully crafted Presidential styled podiums to include microphone connectivity, custom USSS Star, be mobile with heavy duty locking wheels, with peripherals to control connectivity to PC, Blu-ray player, external laptop, document camera, TV tuner, audio, lights, pre-installed A/V XLR for microphones and XLR to surface mounted gooseneck microphone. Each podium shall have several sources available to include: a desktop computer (Government will provide the computer), a Blu-ray player, a digital television receiver, connectivity to the A/V equipment in the new building and a cable pass-through to accommodate a variety of analog and digital laptop inputs shall be sent via a central switcher. The podium shall integrate a display panel and digital touch panel. The display panel shall allow to display the signal from any video source. The digital touch panel shall allow for audio from any source or livestream application to be heard via speakers installed in the ceiling. Microphones shall be installed in the ceiling to allow for students to be heard thru the phone bridge or livestream applications. A separate connection for a laptop computer shall be built into the podium containing

6 | P a g e inputs for HDMI, VGA, Audio, USB, and network (x3). A separate double gang electrical outlet with two inputs shall be installed on the outside of the podium. The podium shall allow for laptops to be placed on the top of the podium without interfering with the podium display panel. The instructor shall be able to use the podium’s keyboard and mouse to operate either the podium and/or laptop computers. The podium shall be customized with a USSS approved emblem on the front of the podium. Additionally, the front of the podium will allow for an access panel on the bottom half of the podium that can be removed to allow for easy access to podium computer and components. No locking devices are necessary to be installed on podium access doors. The audiovisual systems shall be designed to allow for presenting content from the podium. It shall allow for sources to be independently routed to different destinations. The contractor is responsible for the procurement and installation of all AV systems. The COR shall approve all AV equipment and materials submittals.

xv. Powered Podium/Lectern Floor Plate connections Contractor shall purchase and install power outlet, USB Type C connection, and HDMI connection for a laptop or device to be displayed. Floor plates to be located on each corner and middle of the stage. There shall also be under-floor power, data connectivity, USB A & C ports, VGA, HDMI, and integrated power outlets.

xvi. Lobby Contractor shall furnish, install, and program several LED monitors and speakers that can display live feed event in the auditorium.

q. Information Technology Requirements

a. Data Cable Installation: Submit final construction documents to the USSS Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR). These documents must include:

i. Schematics detailing the cable plant layout and communication wiring.

ii. Identification of types and quantities of vertical and horizontal cabling, as well as materials required.

iii. Detailed layouts for communication racks and patch panel configurations.

iv. A comprehensive cable-labeling plan encompassing frames, cables, and outlets, ensuring flexibility for future modifications.

b. Implementation Phase & Requirements

The contractor is required to provide weekly written progress reports, including construction schedules, to both the USSS COR and Program Manager. The implementation phase includes:

i. Construction of a Communications Equipment Room (CER) on the main level, equipped with adequate space and commercial power for a two-post communication rack, as well as HVAC capacity to maintain a baseline room temperature of 65 degrees Fahrenheit.

ii. Installation of new CAT6a cabling to establish horizontal and vertical infrastructure, adhering to the standards outlined below and detailed in Cable Plant Services.

iii. Data cable installations must conform to TIA/EIA-568B building wiring standard, ISO Standard 11801 for Category 6a cables, and labeling/documentation per TIA/EIA 606 standard. All Category 6a cabling must meet the 10 Gbps and a bandwidth of 500 MHz testing criteria. Only 23 AWG, 4-pair Category 6a rated cable may be used.

iv. All Data RJ45 jacks indicated on floor plans must be dual jacks; both jack inserts and cables should follow the designated color scheme (Data 1 = Blue, Data 2 = Blue).

v. Sufficient 48-port patch panels must be provided for all USSS installed data cables, with appropriate floor racks for mounting.

vi. Ceiling-mounted Wireless Access Points (WAPs) will be installed using CAT6a cabling, routed to separate patch panels and clearly labeled.

vii. Compliance with all local electrical and fire codes is mandatory.

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viii. Daily cleanup of installation-related debris is required.

c. Single Mode Fiber (SMF) Requirements:

i. The contractor shall install and terminate Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) optic cable, consisting of 48 pairs

(96 strands).

ii. All fiber optic cables will be rack mounted in fiber distribution panels and will utilize SM LC connectors for all terminations.

iii. The purpose of the new SMF installation is to support backbone connectivity and provide inter-building links between the new Merletti Auditorium and Merletti Classroom Buildings.

d. Patch cables must be installed, tested, and labeled for every connection, with slack managed professionally to permit easy reconfiguration. Patch cables should run from the patch panel into the cable management rack, feeding communications equipment from the bottom.

e. Power requirements: A minimum of two (2) 30-amp dedicated circuits per rack must be installed.

f. Patch Panels: All patch panels shall contain 48 ports. Superior Modular Part# DCC4888/110SIX (or equivalent) is recommended; alternatives must receive prior approval from the USSS COR or Program Manager. Machine labeling on the front of each panel must identify each cable installed.

g. Patch Cables: All patch cables will be installed, labeled, and tested at both client and communications closet ends, following specified color standards (Blue for PCs [D1 & D2]).

h. Cable Jacks: All cabling will terminate on “keystone style” RJ45 jacks mounted in securely affixed almond or white faceplates, properly labeled. Wiring must adhere to T568B standard.

i. Client/Office End: Client/office ends require installed, tested, and labeled patch cables (minimum length: 14 feet), clearly marked with unique identifiers, neatly coiled and placed appropriately.

j. Labeling:

i. Wall plates: Each plate must indicate all terminated cables, utilizing black lettering on a white or clear background.

ii. Cables: Machine-generated labels must be positioned within one inch of the patch panel termination and within four inches at the remote end.

iii. Communication rack cables: Labels must denote unique cable identifiers, slot numbers, and port numbers on both ends.

k. Deliverables: All walkthroughs are to be coordinated with the designated USSS COR, with floor plans provided accordingly. Strict adherence to the installation schedule is required; any deviation must receive USSS COR and Contracting Officer approval. All personnel must be U.S. citizens and cleared. Final test results and documentation are due to the USSS COR within five working days post-installation.

l. Documentation: The contractor is responsible for preparing comprehensive as-built documentation, submitting a draft Cable Documentation Plan to the USSS COR before starting work. Final test results must be delivered in electronic and hard copy formats, specifying cable numbers, room numbers, lengths, and test outcomes. Floor plan drawings must highlight each cable’s location and unique identifier.

m. Warranty: A written warranty guaranteeing materials and workmanship is required. Any cable failures within the warranty period will be remedied at no cost to the government.

n. Acceptance Criteria for Deliverable Products: All deliverables must be complete, thorough, logically structured, and written in faultless English. Draft outlines require USSS COR review and approval.

Only those directly approved by the USSS COR may access or disseminate project work products due to sensitivity concerns. Deliverables must be accompanied by a signed cover letter from a senior company official, affirming completion of quality control procedures. Delivers found noncompliant will be immediately rejected for correction and resubmission. COR notification of acceptance or rejection will occur in writing; corrections must be made within ten working days after receipt of rejection.

o. Confidentiality of information: Project information is sensitive. Knowledge and participation are restricted to approved personnel only.

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i. No dissemination or publication of contract-related information or government furnished documents is permitted without written authorization from the Contracting Officer. No publicity regarding the project is allowed unless previously approved in writing. During and after contract performance, contractors must not disclose operational methods, file contents, or associated names unless authorized.

ii. As a precondition for employment, all contractor and subcontractor employees must sign a nondisclosure agreement pledging to:

1. Refrain from divulging or publicizing any contract matters

2. Not disseminate any oral or written information gained during contract execution

3. Not remove documents except as permitted

4. Comply with regulations in Part 45, Title 28, Code of Federal Regulations.

iii. The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, any temporary facilities transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform the installation and/or relocation of the exhibits.

iv. Demolition and/or construction: The contractor shall coordinate with the Government at least two (2) weeks prior to the start of any construction activities. All applicable plans, permits, prerequisite submittals, and safety considerations shall be submitted and accepted prior to any construction.

v. Contractor is responsible for obtaining permissions and notifications to owners.

vi. Reporting Damage to the Government: The Contractor must contact the COR immediately in the event the Contractor’s construction activity causes damage. If the incident occurs during off-hours, the Contractor shall notify the COR as soon as normal hours resume.

Pre-Bid Site Investigations: Offerors who submit a proposal must attend a pre-bid site visit that shall be scheduled during the solicitation period to verify field conditions referenced in this statement of work. If additional clarification is necessary, the bidders must submit in writing a formal request for information (RFI) to the Contracting Officer.

Signed agreements must be submitted to the Contracting Officer five working days before the individual commences project participation. Upon contract termination, all correspondence, equipment, files, materials, and copies must be surrendered immediately upon request. The government reserves the right to seek a restraining order or injunction for violations.

r. Option 1. Terrace: Construct an exterior terrace with retractable awning to the west of the auditorium adjacent to the main lobby entrance. The terrace should also connect to the north wall of the Merletti building Lobby size should be approximately 3055 gross square feet. The finished deck shall consist of concrete pavers. The program has the following requirements:

a. Minimum clear height of 12 feet.

b. Power: 2 – 220-volt circuits, 2 – 240-volt circuits, 1 – 110-volt circuit.

c. Egress requirements for 300 people.

d. Outdoor in-ground floor boxes with power, A/V & IT connections for outdoor podium, double gang receptacles along the perimeter and water connection.

s. Option 2. Bowron Building Restroom Renovation:

The Bowron Building is a two-story facility with offices and conference rooms. There is a total of four (4) restrooms which are in poor condition and in need of renovation. The building recently received a new HVAC system, and the offices & classrooms were renovated with new carpet, furniture and painted walls; however, the restrooms were not renovated.

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a. See Attachment for additional details and requirements.

t. Option 3. Merletti Building Restroom Renovation:

a. The Merletti Building is a two-story facility with offices, classrooms, conference rooms and cafeteria.

There is a total of four (4) restrooms which are in poor condition and in need of renovation. The building recently received a new HVAC system, and the offices and classrooms were renovated with new carpet, furniture and painted walls; however, the restrooms were not renovated.

b. See Attachment 3 for additional details and requirements.

u. Option 4. Exhibits: Construct a USSS exhibit displays along the Reception Area, Lobby Corridor, Lobby, and Canteen walls in the Merletti Building. There shall be a total of seven (7) exhibit areas:

a. The purpose of this project is to design and construct a lobby display in the Merletti building at JJRTC to highlight the USSS using artifacts, display cases, video walls, and models. The specific areas included in the project are the building entry, stairway niche, corridor, secondary entry, lounge area, and canteen.

b. Contractor shall demolish the existing trophy cases and exhibits throughout the Merletti building.

New casework with lighting and other display apparatus shall be located in predetermined areas.

i. Key features of the Merletti Expansion Exhibits:

1. Vestibule (added space): SEG on Mission and Values

2. Vestibule (added space): Kiosk with AV hardware. USSS will provide some video for inclusion.

Highlights USSS personnel. Theme Who We Are

3. Lobby/Pre-functional Area: Primary focus area. Displays will feature tactile models, pivot panels, display cases with artifacts, rear lit SEGs, and other graphics. Theme is From Training to the Field.

These exhibits will be placed along the exterior wall of the Lobby/Pre-functional Area

a. Rear lit mural with life size figures.

b. Additional displays along the walls Table at the center with a 3D White House model.

4. Canteen: The following exhibit Includes a full-scale action figure of a person rappelling.

5. Contractor shall create replicas of the USSS Beast, Air Force One, Marine one, and White House.

6. See Attachment 4.

v. Option 5: Weapons Storage Lockers

a. The contractor shall install 100 weapon storage lockers to be located in the lobby of the new annex.

b. Weapons storage lockers shall be wall-mounted per the plans and elevations. In-wall blocking shall be installed.

c. The keying of the lockers shall be coordinated with USSS officials.

d. The weapons lockers shall be constructed of bullet resistant material on the rear, sides, and the top of the lockers. The bullet resistance material shall meet the performance requirement for handguns.

e. The minimal material specification shall be as follows:

i. A-36 HR Plate Steel: Meets ASTM A-36, Hot rolled plate, Structural quality carbon steel. Minimum strength 36 ksi, minimum UTS 58-80 ksi.

ii. 2024-T351 Aluminum alloy: Minimum yield strength 41-42 ksi, minimum UTS 57-64

f. The Architect will recommend one or several colors for the lockers. The USSS will confirm the color(s).

w. Option 6: Pressure Washing of the Merletti Building

a. The pressure washing of the Merletti Building shall consist of three items (3). Commercial Building

Soft Wash, High-Pressure Sidewalk Clean, and Patio High Pressure Surface wash

i. Commercial Building Soft Wash shall consist of sanitizing and killing all organic growth on building with low pressure chemical spay and rinse.

ii. High Pressure Sidewalk Clean shall consist of high-pressure surface clean sidewalks and front

10 | P a g e concrete area around entrance and post treat with chemical brightener.

iii. Patio High Pressure Surface Wash including walls shall consist of surface cleaning. This cleaning pulls all dirt from pavers and concrete and kills organic growth. This method will require a strong chemical treatment to lighten the years of organic growth off patio surface and walls.

x. Option 7: Service Road to the Merletti Expansion: The service road is to provide critical service requirements to both the current Merletti Canteen as well as the Merletti Expansion. The roadway and the loading area shall have ample space that will allow turning radii which shall accompany large trucks and fire engines.

a. Scope of Work:

i. The service road around the Merletti building to the expansion and possibly to the canteen shall have a roadway that is capable of handling two-way traffic. The roadway shall be at least 20 feet wide.

ii. The service road shall also serve as emergency access. Fire lanes must be within 50 feet of at least one primary exterior door and within 150 feet of all portions of the building’ exterior wall.

iii. The service road shall connect to the parking lot at the northeast corner of the south parking lot. The exact location of juncture will be determined during the conceptual design phrase.

iv. The service access road shall connect the south parking lot at Merletti to the Merletti Expansion area.

The route shall be dedicated to only deliveries, maintenance, waste management, and emergency vehicles.

v. There shall be markings prohibiting any trainees and/or visitor access and parking.

Administrative Project Requirements A. Safety Requirements

1. Health and Safety Standards: The facilities, systems, and commercial-grade equipment design standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Code of Federal Regulations, Title 29, Chapter XVII, Parts 1910 and 1926 as applicable shall be incorporated by the Architect-Engineer into all engineering design and analyses furnished pursuant to this contract. Any problems in incorporating these standards due to conflicts with other technical criteria shall be promptly submitted to the Safety, Health and Environmental Programs Division and Contracting Officer for decision.

2. Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA):

Before initiation of any work, the Contractor shall develop and submit to the Safety, Health and Environmental Programs Division and COR for acceptance a comprehensive site specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), in accordance with EM-385-1-1, U.S.

Army Corps of Engineer Safety and Health Requirements Manual (latest edition at time of solicitation on website):

http://www.usace.army.mil/SafetyandOccupationalHealth.aspx).

3. Site Safety and Health: The Contractor shall comply with FAR 52.236-13 and all site/safety/health/ environmental/personal protection and pedestrian/vehicular traffic control plans. The APP and AHA shall comply with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) rules/regulations/laws, Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements EM 385-1-1, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) standards/recommendations (if applicable), Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS), Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) and all other laws, codes, rules, regulations, executive orders, Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and guidelines applicable or associated with the type of work required http://www.usace.army.mil/SafetyandOccupationalHealth.aspx

11 | P a g e under this contract prior to the start of on-site work. In the event of conflict between any requirements the more stringent requirement shall apply.

4. Other Government Contractor’s Construction Zone: In the event the

Contractor’s activities require them to traverse into an Other Government Contractor’s (OGC) construction zone, the Contractor and their subcontractors shall be responsible for participating in the OGC’s safety training program.

5. First Response Coordinator for Emergency Services: The Contractor’s Site

Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) shall ensure that all their employees are aware that for emergencies inside the campus are to call 911. All injuries or incidents shall be reported to the COR and Government Safety Representative within one hour of the occurrence. The Contractor is required to use the USACE ENG 3394 Accident Reporting Form and submit within 5 business days of an accident/incident.

6. The Contractor must limit production of particulates during construction and ensure that no airborne particles leave the space in question. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuums are required.

7. The Contractor shall take all reasonable measures to protect USSS personnel and property from exposure, injury or damage resulting from their operations. The Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of restoration work to the Government’s property.

B.

C. Existing Conditions Survey, Testing, and Reports

1. Existing Conditions Survey: The Contractor shall conduct an existing conditions survey of areas which have direct impact on the project. The survey shall include all systems affected by the scope of work including those not functional at the time the survey was conducted. The Contractor shall evaluate the availability, capacity, location, and connections of existing utilities including telecommunications and sources of temporary utilities.

The Contractor shall survey all components of the architectural (including exterior perimeter walls) and technical requirements.

2. Existing Conditions Tests: The Contractor shall be responsible for performing any testing necessary to confirm the existing conditions are adequate for the full execution of all planned work (e.g. structural capability, geotechnical investigation, mechanical commercial-grade equipment, power).

If the Contractor proceeds with the work before testing and confirmation have been completed, any rework due to issues with unsuitable existing conditions shall be at the cost of the Contractor. This includes implementation of manufacturer’s recommendations, recommended tests, and validation of product’s installation requirements.

3. Existing Conditions Reports: The Contractor shall provide existing conditions report for Government acceptance. The existing conditions report shall summarize the findings from the existing conditions survey. All

12 | P a g e deficiencies and any modifications to the existing conditions shall be identified in the existing conditions report and the report shall be presented within 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP). Failure to identify deficiencies in the existing conditions reports shall indicate the Contractor’s concurrence that such systems are in good working condition or shall be brought to acceptable working conditions by the Contractor according to the technical requirements of this RFP. The Contractor shall include utilities.

All necessary modifications to the existing systems shall be identified in the existing conditions report and included in the Contractor’s design

D. Design and Construction Submissions

1. Design Work: The Contractor shall provide a design for the work under this contract in accordance with the requirements of this RFP, any referenced attachments, and all applicable local, state, and federal codes. The design shall be functional, compatible with existing systems, and shall meet the overall project scope, cost, and schedule. The design for this project shall be coordinated with existing conditions in adjacent spaces as to not cause any safety hazards or adverse impacts to existing systems. All systems, devices, doors and other work, commercial-grade equipment and commercial-grade materials designed, modified and/or installed by the Contractor shall be compatible with and operate in conjunction with existing systems.

2. Obligating the Government: The Contractor cannot obligate the

Government. The Contractor shall not assume any design components that holds the U.S. Government financially liable.

3. Designer of Record (DOR): The Contractor shall obtain the services of a designated Registered Architect/Professional Engineer defined in Unified Facilities Criteria UFC 1-300-09N to serve as the Designer of Record (DOR). The DOR must have proven experience in design, installation, and commissioning in projects of similar scope and is the design-certifying authority throughout the project. The DOR shall be involved at every step of the project and is responsible for design work of his or her respective discipline.

4. Design Packages: The Contractor shall produce a design package in accordance with industry standards and UFC 1-300-09N.

5. For the Issue for Construction (IFC) submission and all submissions during construction, the DOR shall seal, date, and sign all components of the submission in hard copy form as released for construction and provide copies for distribution from the original set. The DOR shall electronically sign and date Issue for Construction (IFC) submissions in accordance with UFC 1- 300-09N.

6. Design documentation and specifications shall not be proprietary.

7. The Contractor shall provide Erosion and Sedimentation controls as required by Federal, State and local laws and regulations. General Permit for Stormwater Associated with Construction Activity (if >1 acre of land disturbed) and the MS4 Phase II General Permit for State and Federal

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Agencies (if > 5,000 square feet or > 0.1 acres of land area or 100 cubic yards or earth movement are involved.

8. Reforestation plan.

9. Government review or acceptance of any design submission under this contract shall not relieve Contractor of its sole responsibility to perform all contract requirements and deliver a product that in all respects conforms to the contract requirements. Acceptance/review by the Government shall not constitute a waiver or change to the contract requirements unless that change or waiver is expressly approved in writing by the Contracting Officer.

10. Submittals: All construction submittals such as Pre Construction, design, shop-drawings and close-out documents shall be reviewed by the DOR and contain the DOR approval stamp with signature and date along with corresponding specification number and paragraph, variation / deviation notification, and whether the submittal is For Information Only (FIO) or Government Acceptance (GA). All submittals shall also be reviewed by the Contractor’s Quality Control Manages (QCM) and contain the QCM’s stamp with signature. The stamp(s) shall also identify the specific project, transmittal number, submittal description and corresponding date of submittal. If the information is not complete, the submittal shall be rejected and returned to the Contractor. Submittals that contain deviations from the SOW must be specifically identified as containing a deviation from the SOW and contain a detailed explanation for the deviation. Government review or approval of any design document submittal, shop drawing or plan shall not be deemed to approve any deviation from the SOW unless the deviation is specifically identified in the submittal and expressly approved in writing by the Government.

11. Design Coordination with Other Government Contractors (OGCs) and Other

Government Agencies: The Contractor shall coordinate work with OGCs and shall carefully adapt its design (as applicable), schedule and performance of the work to accommodate the work of the OGCs. The Contractor shall take coordination direction from the COR. The Contractor shall make every reasonable effort to avoid interference with the performance of work by the OGCs, as scheduled by the OGCs or by the Government. The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating the work of OGCs and other Government agencies into their design package (as applicable).

12. Telecommunications: T he Contractor shall be responsible for designing, providing, and installing all fiber, copper, power and pathways to support IT infrastructure including but not limited to conduits, pull boxes, cable trays, wall outlet boxes, classroom floor boxes, pull strings, column boxes, rough-ins, grounding, bonding, and power requirements. The CIO office shall provide the Contractor with tie-in locations. The Contractor shall be responsible for all wiring and connections. The Contractor shall install/terminate 48 Pair/96 Stands Single-mode Fiber (SMF) optic cable.

All fiber optic cables will be rack mounted in fiber distribution panels and will utilize SM LC connectors for all terminations.

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13. Paint Requirements: Shall conform to the James J. Rowley Master Plan.

Applicable section is attached.

14. Stormwater Management: The Contractor must follow requirements stated in detailed in the RTC MS4 permit and applicable Maryland regulations.

15. Plumbing Requirements.

a. Insulate and heat trace all water lines that occur outside the building evelope, including in unconditional spaces. No Armor Flex. Provide Fiber-Glass insulation with PVC jacketing. Provide uncondoned spaces.

Insulate all water lines.

b. PVC pipe (schedule 40 or 80) or Fernco couplings with shear bans are acceptable

c. No PEX or CPVC is allowed.

d. The Contractor shall provide access panel to the chase with shut-off valves.

e. The Contractor shall provide isolation valves at every floor (for hot, cold, return) with access on the inside. Ball valves are acceptable. Gate and butterfly valves are acceptable for pipes greater than 2”.

f. The following is acceptable for water lines. Underground to be ABS black poly. Underground pipe above 2” blue brute is acceptable.

Provide tracer wires for all underground water pipe. Must provide isolation valves. Type L copper is acceptable for inside conditioned buildings and structures.

g. Waste piping. PVC (schedule 40 and 80), SDR are acceptable when underground. Provide tracer wire when underground. Cast iron no hub is acceptable in buildings and structures.

h. USSS must have access to all plumbing and commercial-grade equipment for maintenance throughout the project lifecycle.

16. Utilities and Underground pipes

Contractor shall be responsible for verifying and accounting for utilities as a part of this contract during design and construction. Contact Miss. Utility for markings. Refer to the GIS schematic for known utilities at the project site include.

a. Provide detectable aluminum plastic backed tape for detachable magnetic plastic taped manufactured specifically for waring and identification of direct buried piping. Tape must be detectable by an electrical detection instrument. Warning tape to be color-coded with waring and identification of utility type imprinted in bold black letter continuously over the entire tape length. Warning and identification to read “CAUTION, BURIED (utility type) LINE BELOW” or similar wording.

b. All utilities shall be sized to accommodate future expansion.

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c. The contractor is responsible for the connection of all utilities and the proper coordination with the applicable utility authority; utility connections include but not limited to power, communications, potable water and sewer.

d. No utility marking resources are available on-site, therefore, at the contractor’s expense, he/she shall arrange separately the services of a private utility locating company. At a minimum, utility marking scanning should (or shall) be accomplished with GPR and/or appropriate equipment, and the surfaces where existing underground utilities are found should (or shall) be marked. Also, elevations and existing piping/utilities discovered during scanning should (or shall) be verified.

e. Contractor is responsible for verifying and accounting for removal and/or relocation of all utilities as a part of this contract during design and construction.

f. All utilities and controls shall tie into the head end unit at the Eytchison Building and be compatible with the Honeywell Niagara N4 framework.

g. HVAC

i. The entire building shall utilize a movie theatre Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) system. As a minimum, the system shall be a roof-top high-capacity central system to handle rapidly varying occupant & equipment load, manage high carbon dioxide levels and use forced air equipped with electronically controlled motorized dampers within the ductwork. The system shall be designed with variable speed drives and have increased fresh-air rates, and advanced filtration and UV sanitization to maintain minimum indoor air quality of MERV 13 or better filtration. Furthermore, the system shall utilize the campus building automation system to handle different heating/cooling needs for the auditorium, lobbies, bathrooms and other spaces simultaneously. To maintain a quiet environment, the system shall implement the required techniques so to not interrupt venue event experiences. One zone shall be the primary zone that serves the auditorium seating and the stage. Sub zones for the lobby, A/V central equipment room, restrooms, green room, control room and mechanical rooms.

17. Electrical Requirements:

a. Electrical panels serving the project area shall have a minimum 50% spare capacity.

b. All low voltage wiring, including security, IT, and controls, shall be in continuous pathways. These pathways shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor after fully coordinating and documenting the locations with Other Government Contractors (OGC) as applicable. Pathways shall be of rigid conduit or cable tray and installed in accordance with the applicable code.

c. All lighting shall be LED.

d. Baltimore Gas Electric (BG&E) is the local utility provider for the

JJRTC. The Contractor is responsible for all aspects related to

16 | P a g e coordination, providing temporary & permanent power, lighting poles, fixtures and providing turn-key electrical services for the project. The Government has allocated $175,000 allowance for anticipated costs from BG&E to provide new or additional electrical services to the project.

18. Fire Protection and Life Safety

a. Applicable code requirements.

b. Fire Alarm and Mass Notification Systems

i. The RTC fire alarm and mass notification system is manufactured by

Notifier®. Any new commercial-grade equipment shall be manufactured by or fully compatible with Notifier® to operate accurately and reliably with the existing system. Modifications to the existing system and new systems shall incorporate mass notification requirements and be compatible with the existing system network.

ii. Fire Alarm and Mass Notification System Shop Drawings: The

Contractor shall provide complete information on system additions and modifications per NFPA 72, including specifications, type of system, shop drawings, input/output matrix, battery calculations, point-to-point wiring diagrams for initiating devices and notification appliance circuits, and notification appliance circuit voltage drop calculations submitted for approval.

iii. Fire Alarm As-Built shop drawings shall be provided including source files.