SOW USP LEWISBURG STEAMHEADER.pdf

FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS

USP LEWISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

STATEMENT OF WORK & REQUIREMENTS

Upgrade Powerhouse

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART DOCUMENT TITLE

a Summary

1 Demolition & New Construction

2 General

3 Site Work

4 Delivery, Storage and Handling

5 Entrance Onto The Grounds

6 Meetings

7 Safety and Health

8 Protection

9 Construction Cleaning

a. Work will consist of providing all labor, tools and materials required to perform a complete demolition, fabrication & installation of new steam header and all related piping. All work will be completed by contract and will comply with all federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, including those pertaining to OSHA, Life Safety and accessibility issues.

PART 1 – Demolition & New Construction

1.0 Work under this section includes labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and services necessary to replace the existing steam header at the Powerhouse USP Lewisburg.

1.1 –Demolition

A. Demolition of existing steam header – consideration must be made to provide steam to the institution during the demolition and replacement of new steam header, to limit down time.

1.2 –Pipe

A. CS, Seamless, ASME B36.1, ASTM A106, Gr B, Sch. 80

1.3 –Fittings A. BW, FS, ASME 16.9, ASTM A234, Gr WPB, Sch. 80

B. SW, FS, 3000#, ASME 16.9, ASTM A234

C. Threaded, FS, 3000#, ASME 16.9, ASTM A234

D. Valves – Gate, Solid Wedge, 300#, RF, ASME B16.1, ASTM A216, Gr

WPB, Hand Wheel.

E. Globe – Full Port, 300#, ASME 16.1

F. Y Strainer – FPT, 300#, ASME B16.1

G. Steam Trap – FPT, 300#

1.4- New Work

A. Furnish and install new complete 10” steam header.

B. Furnish and install new piping for the four (4) boilers from the header up to the flange at the ceiling.

C. Furnish and install new eight (8”) inch piping from header.

D. Furnish and install new eight (8”) inch bypass on 8” supply.

E. Furnish and install new four (4”) inch piping to connect both sides of the header.

F. Furnish and install new six (6”) inch piping from boiler#1 piping and connect to the righthand side of the header.

G. Furnish and install new six (6”) inch piping from boiler#4 piping and connect to the lefthand side of the header.

H. Furnish and install a steam trap assembly at each end of the new main steam supply header.

I. Furnish and install new steam by-pass for every new gate valve installed.

J. Furnish and install a drain valve assembly at each required new gate valve.

1.5-Testing

A. All new piping will be steam tested for leaks.

1.6-Insulation

A. 2” mineral wool with aluminum jacket, stainless steel banding and screws.

PART 2 - GENERAL

2.0 - SECTION INCLUDES

A. Submittal procedures.

B. Construction progress schedules.

C. Product data.

D. Shop drawings.

E. Certificates.

F. Manufacturer's instructions.

G. Warranty

2.1 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Transmit each Submittal with AIA Form G810.

B. Sequentially number transmittal forms. Mark revised submittals with the original number and a sequential alphabetic suffix.

C. Identify project, contractor, subcontractor and supplier; pertinent drawing and detail number, and specification section number, appropriate to submittal.

D. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction work, and coordination of information is in accordance with requirements of the work and contract documents.

E. Schedule submittals to expedite project. Coordinate submission of related items.

F. For each submittal for review, allow 15 days excluding delivery time to and from contractor.

G. Identify variations from contract documents and product or system limitations which may be detrimental to successful performance of completed work.

H. Allow space on submittals for contractor and owner review stamps.

I. When revised for submission, identify changes made since previous submission.

J. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals as appropriate. Instruct parties to promptly report inability to comply with requirements.

K. Submittals not requested will not be recognized or processed.

2.2 - CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. Submit initial schedules within 10 days after date of Notice to Proceed.

After review, resubmit required revised data within ten days.

B. If warranted, submit revised Progress Schedules with each Application for Payment.

C. Distribute copies of reviewed schedules to project site file, subcontractors, suppliers, and other concerned parties.

D. Instruct recipients to promptly report, in writing, problems anticipated by projections indicated in schedules.

E. If warranted, submit computer generated chart with separate line for each major portion of work or operation, identifying first work day of each week.

F. If warranted, show complete sequence of construction by activity, identifying work of separate stages and other logically grouped activities.

Indicate early and late start, early and late finish, float dates, and duration.

G. If warranted, Indicate estimated percentage of completion for each item of work at each submission.

H. Submit separate schedule of submittal dates for shop drawings, product data, and samples, and dates reviewed submittals will be required from owner.

I. Revisions To Schedules:

1. Indicate progress of each activity to date of submittal, and projected completion date of each activity.

2. Identify activities modified since previous submittal, major changes in scope, and other identifiable changes.

3. Prepare narrative report to define problem areas, anticipated delays, and impact on schedule. Report corrective action taken, or proposed, and its effect including the effect of changes on schedules of separate contractors.

2.3 - PRODUCT DATA

A. Product Data: Submit to owner for review for limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and design concept expressed in contract documents. Provide copies and distribute in accordance with SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES article and for record documents purposes described.

B. Submit number of copies contractor requires, plus two copies which the owner will retain.

C. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this project.

D. After review distribute in accordance with Submittal Procedures article above and provide copies for record documents described.

2.4 - DRAWINGS, MANUALS & REPORTS

A. Submittal Drawings: Submit 2 complete sets of drawings for approval prior to construction. Show quantities, types, and locations, drawings shall be fully detailed, showing weights of material, finish, framing, reinforcing, and anchoring of piping. Drawings shall be marked ”For Approval Only”.

Construction Drawings: Submit 3 complete sets of “As-Built” drawings prior to project close out procedures. Show quantities, types, and locations, drawings shall be fully detailed, showing weights of material, finish, framing, reinforcing, and anchoring of piping. Drawings shall be marked “Final Construction Drawings”.

1. All Sensitive-LOU information, either in electronic media or paper formats shall have imprinted on each page and diskette/CD:

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SENSITIVE - LIMITED OFFICIAL USE

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2. The following paragraph will be included on the cover sheet of the construction drawings and project specifications and on the label of all electronic storage media:

PROPERTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

COPYING, DISSEMINATION, OR DISTRIBUTION OF THESE DRAWINGS, PLANS,

SPECIFICATIONS OR INFORMATION TO UNAUTHORIZED USERS IS PROHIBITED

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B. Operation/Maintenance Manuals: Furnish three (3) copies of parts catalog, maintenance, and operating manuals for piping & valves, prior to project close out procedures. These manuals shall be precisely expressed, clear, and specific.

2.5 - CERTIFICATES

A. Submit certification by manufacturer, installation/application subcontractor, or contractor to owner, in quantities specified for product data.

B. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

C. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product, but must be acceptable to owner.

2.6 - MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS

A. When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, adjusting, and finishing, to owner in quantities specified for product data.

B. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

2.7- WARRANTY

A. The contractor shall warrant his material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of acceptance by the Contracting Officer. The contractor agrees to repair or replace any defective materials and to correct any defective security work when given written notice by the Contracting Officer during this warranty period.

The contractor also agrees to respond to these notices within five (5) calendar days and make all repairs as required for proper operation during this warranty period. All warranties shall be supplied by the contractor to the owner before final payment, warranty effective date will begin on the date of the owners final payment.

2.8- REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFI) BETWEEN THE CONTRACTOR AND THE

FBOP

A. Request for information (RFI): If a question, information, or clarification regarding any part of the Contract or FBOP Requirements is needed, the Contractor will submit a Request for Information (RFI) to the Contracting Officer in accordance with the following procedures:

1. RFI Submission Process:

a. The Contractor shall submit a written, signed, and dated RFI to the Contracting Officer.

b. Each RFI shall be numbered sequentially using a unique series of numbers for document control purposes.

c. The Contractor should indicate when the reply is needed.

However, the Contractor shall allow a reasonable amount of time, from the date of receipt, for the Contracting Officer’s review and written reply to the RFI.

2.9 - CHANGE ORDERS (MODIFICATIONS)

A. When changes are made in the work that requires an equitable adjustment to the Contract, the Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer a written proposal for adjustment of the amount of increase or decrease. With the proposal, the Contractor shall submit an itemized breakdown in at least the following detail:

1. Material quantities and item cost.

2. Labor costs by material item.

3. Construction equipment cost.

4. Workmen's compensation and public liability insurance.

5. Overhead.

6. Profit or commission.

7. Employment taxes (FICA and FUTA); no overhead, profit, or commission will be allowed on employment taxes.

B. The maximum allowable overhead, profit and commission percentages which follow, shall be considered to include, but not limited to, insurance, bonds, use of small tools, incidental job and general office expenses. The percentages for overhead, profit and commission shall be negotiated and may vary according to the nature, extent and complexity of the work involved, but in no case shall exceed the following:

1. To the Contractor, on work performed by other than his own forces.

The commission is 10% on the first $20,000, 7.2% on the next $30,000, 5% on the balance over $50,000.

2. To the Contractor, and/or the Subcontractors for that portion of the work performed with their respective forces. The commission is 10% overhead and 10% profit on the first $20,000, 7.2% overhead and 7.2% profit on the next $30,000, and 5% overhead and 5% profit on the balance over $50,000.

3. Not more than three (3) percentages, not to exceed the maximum percentage amounts shown above, will be allowed regardless of the number of their Subcontractors, (i.e., the mark up on work subcontracted by the Subcontractor will be limited to the overhead percentage and one profit percentage in addition to the prime Contractor's commission percentage). On proposals covering both increases and decreases in the amount of the contract, overhead, profit and commission will be allowed on the net increase only.

C. Contractor shall submit, with his proposal, his request for time extension in accordance with modification procedures.

D. The Construction Representative shall review the proposal and may check estimates in detail, utilizing unit prices where specified or agreed upon. If they are in agreement, he shall forward the proposal to the Contracting Officer.

E. If the Contracting Officer determines that an equitable adjustment in time or dollars is to be made, the contract shall be modified in writing using the prescribed Standard Form provided by the Contracting Officer.

F. Contract clauses entitled “Changes” and “Differing Site Conditions” are supplemented as follows:

1. When requested by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall submit proposals for changes in work to the Contracting Officer.

These requests shall be in the form of sequentially numbered “Modification Proposal Requests” (MPR’s). Proposals, to be submitted within 30 calendar days after the Contractor’s receipt of requests from the Contracting Officer, shall be in legible form, original and two copies, with an itemized breakdown that will include material, quantities, unit prices, labor costs (separated into trades), construction equipment, etc. (Labor costs are to be identified with specific material placed or operation performed). The Contractor must obtain and furnish with a proposal an itemized breakdown as described above, signed by each subcontractor participating in the change regardless of tier. When the certified cost or pricing data is required under FAR Subpart 15.804, the cost of pricing data shall be submitted on Standard Form 1411 (SF 1411), Contract Pricing Proposal Cover Sheet, in accordance with FAR 15.804-6. Work shall not proceed without the appropriate change document.

2. When the necessity to proceed with a change does not allow sufficient time to negotiate a modification or because of failure to reach an agreement, the Contracting Officer may issue a change order. The Change Order should instruct the Contractor to proceed on the basis of a tentative price based on the best estimate available at the time, with the firm price to be determined later.

This directive shall be issued in the form of a sequentially numbered “Unilateral Modification to the Contract” (ULT).

Furthermore, when the change order is issued, the Contractor shall submit a proposal for cost of changes in work within 30 calendar days after the receipt of the change order.

3. The Contracting Officer will consider issuing a settlement by determination to the contract, if the contractor's proposal required by paragraphs (1) and (2) of this clause is not received within 30 calendar days, or if agreement has not been reached.

4. Bond premium adjustment, consequent upon changes ordered, will be made as elsewhere specified at the time of final settlement under the contract and will not be included in the individual change.

5. The Contractor shall submit a proposal for work that they believe is beyond the contractual requirements. This proposal shall be in accordance with sub-paragraph 1. above and submitted in the form of a sequentially numbered “Contractor Proposed Change” (CPC).

The CPC shall be submitted within 30 calendar days of having identified this work. No extra contractual work shall proceed without the appropriate change document.

G. When the Contractor receives notification of a change made pursuant to the Contract Clause entitled "Changes" or after affirmation of constructive change thereunder, the Contractor should submit a claim for equitable adjustment under this clause. This claim shall include all types of adjustments in the total amounts to which that clause entitles the Contractor, including but not limited to adjustments arising out of delays or disruptions or both caused by such change. Except as the parties may otherwise expressly agree, the Contractor shall be deemed to have waived (I) any adjustments to which it otherwise might be entitled under the aforesaid clause.

PART 3 - SITE WORK

3.1 - SECTION INCLUDES

A. Work by Owner.

B. Owner/Contractor Responsibilities.

C. Contractor's use of site and premises.

D. Work sequence.

E. Owner occupancy.

3.2 - WORK BY OWNER

A. All related work is to be contracted.

B. Owner will provide a secure work area for contractors.

3.3 - OWNER/CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Owner's Responsibilities:

1. Review all Drawings, Product Data, and Samples.

2. On delivery, inspect products jointly with Contractor.

3. A staffed post shall be provided by the FBOP during working hours to limit access to the project site to authorized personnel only.

B. Contractor's Responsibilities:

1. The Project Specifications, Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) requirements and the Security Envelope Matrix are an integral part of these General Notes.

2. The Contractor shall verify all dimensions prior to construction. The

Contracting Officer shall be notified of any discrepancies or inconsistencies.

a. Dimensions shall take precedence over scaled drawings.

b. When notes and typical details are in conflict with the project specifications, the most stringent shall apply.

3. Review Owner-reviewed Shop Drawings, Product Data, and

Samples

4. Receive and unload products at site; inspect for completeness or damage jointly with Owner.

5. Handle, store, install and finish products.

6. Repair or replace items damaged after receipt.

3.4 - CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Limit use of site and premises to allow:

1. Confine operations at the site to the areas permitted under the

Contract. Portions of the site beyond areas on which work is indicated are not to be disturbed. Conform to site rules and regulations affecting the work while engaged in project construction.

2. Interactions with inmates are prohibited.

3. Access to Site: Contractor use of vehicles and equipment at site is limited.

4. The project site will be open to the Contractor five (5) days a week.

Monday through Friday 6:30 am until 2:30 pm excluding weekends and Federal Holidays. The project schedule is based on a normal forty (40) hour work week. The Contractor shall establish a normal work week schedule for the duration of the project. Work hours and work days may be altered only with a forty-eight (48) hour advance approval of the Contracting Officer.

5. All scheduled utility outages and service interruptions shall be coordinated through the Supervisory Construction Representative.

For major outages and service interruptions, the Contractor shall provide a minimum of 48 hours advance notice to the FBOP.

6. Photography of the Work of the Contract by persons other than representatives of the Federal Government is prohibited, unless approved by the Warden, and as follows:

a. Photography by the Contractor is limited to making photographic and/or digital records of construction progress necessary for monthly reports, issue resolution and contract requirements.

b. Photographic records made of the construction or equipment installations showing Sensitive-LOU information shall not be made available to the public.

c. Use of other photographic records for dissemination in advertising, publishing and printing is prohibited unless prior approval is granted by the FBOP.

7. The Contractor shall inform his employees that intoxicating beverages, drugs, weapons, etc., will not be allowed on the site.

Introduction of contraband shall be subject to the penalties prescribed by Title 18 USC 1791.

8. The use of explosives is absolutely forbidden without written authorization from the Contracting Officer upon no less than thirty

(30) days advance written request.

9. Parking areas, either on or off-site will be furnished for workmen by the Contractor at a location approved by the Supervisory Construction Representative.

10. Any temporary field office used by the Contractor shall be located in an area approved by the Supervisory Construction Representative.

11. Contractor shall review site layout plan for staging, stockpiles, etc., with Supervisory Construction Representative.

12. Cellular telephones are prohibited on the project construction site.

3.5 - WORK SEQUENCE

A. The Contractor shall coordinate scheduled work inside the secure areas of the existing institution with the Supervisory Construction Representative.

B. New Work: Unless otherwise noted on drawings or specified, new work

(if any) tying to or providing an extension of existing conditions shall correspond in all respects with that to which it connects, or to similar existing conditions, in materials, workmanship, and finish.

C. Alterations to Existing Work (if any):

1. Existing Work shall be cut, drilled, altered, removed, or temporarily removed and replaced as necessary for performance of work under the Contract. Work that is replaced shall match similar existing work. Structural members shall not be cut or altered, without authorization of the Contracting Officer. Work remaining in place that is damaged or defaced during this Contract shall be restored to the condition existing at the time of Notice to Proceed with construction.

2. Discolored or unfinished surfaces exposed by removal of existing work and indicated to be the final exposed surfaces shall be refinished or the material shall be replaced as necessary to make contiguous work uniform and harmonious. Work out of alignment where exposed by removal of existing work shall be called to the Contracting Officer's attention. Necessary corrective work directed by the Contracting Officer will be subject to adjustment of the Contract in accordance with the "Differing Site Conditions" Contract Clause.

3. Contractor will begin work 10 days after notice to proceed.

4. Construction period shall be 120 calendar days from notice to proceed is issued.

3. 6 - OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. Access to the work site by other than contractor’s personnel will be limited and supervised.

B. Full Government Occupancy: The Government will be the resident on the site and shall be allowed access to the entire site and any existing building(s) during the entire period of construction. Cooperate fully with the Government representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts and to facilitate Government usage and access.

Perform the work so as not to interfere with other ongoing Government operations.

3.7 - INTENTION OF DOCUMENTS

A. The Contract Documents require that the Contractor provide all details, materials, installation, and performance of related site, utility, and other required work for the project. The Contractor shall, without additional compensation, coordinate and join together all the various subdivisions of the work and provide a complete, operable installation, ready for its designed use.

B. The requirements of this Summary of Work, other FBOP Requirements including but not limited to the: Design Program Guidelines, Technical Design Guidelines, FBOP Concept Drawings, and FBOP Model Documents, shall be considered complimentary and shall be taken as a whole. Anything required in a particular Contract Document shall be taken as being required by all Contract Documents.

C. Minor material and work not specified or shown, but necessary for proper completion of the work, shall be provided as specified or shown without additional compensation.

PART 4 - DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

4.1-Delivery and Storage:

A. All related components shall be shipped individually packed. Store grilles on building site or an approved area, in an upright position, under cover, on wood sills or floors and in a manner that prevents rust or damage.

Ventilate canvas or plastic covers to prevent moisture traps.

4.2-Packing and Marking:

A. Each item of pipe & valves shall be packaged and marked according to set numbers on the approved Submittal Drawings.

PART 5 - ENTRANCE ONTO THE GROUNDS

5.1 Per the Department of Homeland Security, Prior to any selected primary contractor employees and their sub-contractor employees arriving to the grounds of the FBOP, each individual must complete a mandatory HSPD- 12 packet for Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors. This complete package will include, the following forms; OF- 612 (application), Contractor Pre-Employment form, Release of Information Form, NCIC Background Check, Name Check, I-9 Form and Finger Prints, SF-85 and Citizenship/Residency Form.

An original packet will be provided to the selected contractor and it shall be their sole responsibility to assure any individual that intends to perform any type of work on Federal Grounds fill out and return a complete packet to the appropriate authority for clearance prior to their arrival. The primary contractor will be notified of the clearance of each individual and schedule an appointment for each individual to arrive at the institution with two forms of identification (as stated on the List Of Acceptable Documents) to complete the I-9 Form and Finger Prints. After negative results are returned from finger prints the contractor will be permitted to work on Federal Grounds.

PART 6 - MEETINGS

6.1-PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Contracting Officer shall schedule and conduct a pre-construction conference and organizational meeting at the Project site or other convenient location prior to or at the time of receipt of the Notice to Proceed for each Construction Package. Contracting Officer shall arrange for a record of the meeting to be taken and distributed to all concerned.

Instructions given that are supported in the Contract Documents are considered binding on all contracting parties.

B. Attendees: FBOP Contracting Officer, Supervisory Construction Representative, Contractor, Facility Manager, Project Engineer, Contractor’s Project Manager and major subcontractors, and technical support disciplines as appropriate.

C. Agenda: Contracting Officer shall discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including such topics as:

1. Scope of Package

2. Tentative construction schedule.

3. Critical work sequencing.

4. Designation of responsible personnel.

5. Requirements of Government regarding Contract and labor.

6. Procedures and processing of:

a. Distribution of Contract Documents

b. Preparation of record documents

c. Submittals

d. Use of the premises

e. Office, work, and storage areas

f. Equipment deliveries and priorities

g. Safety

h. Security

i. Cleaning

7. Working hours.

8. Project Security

D. Contractor shall become familiar with all procedures involved in the normal institution routines, and shall bring to the attention of the Contracting Officer any requirements that constitute a problem or result in a conflict.

6.2-CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. The Supervisory Construction Representative and Contracting Officer shall co-conduct progress meetings at the project site on a monthly basis.

B. Attendees:

1. FBOP: Supervisory Construction Representative, Construction

Representatives and Contracting Officers.

2. Contractor: Project Manager or Superintendent. The section of this discipline will be based on the current issues affecting the project. Advanced notification will be provided when possible.

C. Agenda: The Supervisory Construction Representative shall review and correct or approve minutes of the previous progress meeting. The Supervisory Construction Representative shall review other items of significance that could affect progress, including such items as:

1. Day of contract

2. Time used as of the meeting date

3. Estimate of work in place

4. Possible delays

5. Certified payroll

6. Manpower and equipment reports

7. Safety reports

8. CPM look-ahead schedule

9. RFI’s

10. Submittals

11. Proposals- MPR’s/CPC’s

12. Defects and Omissions

13. Old business

14. New business

15. Project related events

16. Permit status

17. Field Observation and Deficiency and Omission Reports - (FO’s) and (DO’s

ART 7 - SAFETY AND HEALTH

7.1-Section includes

A. Description of safety required as part of the Work

B. Definition of hazardous materials

C. Quality assurance requirements

D. Submittals

E. Materials and equipment

F. Stop work orders

G. Protection

1. Related documents

a. Drawings and general provisions of Contract and other

Division 1 Requirements apply to these Requirements.

b. The publications listed below form a part of this Specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only. Contract Clauses are also applicable.

c. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

1. OSHA General Industry Safety and Health Standards (29 CFR 191) and OSHA Construction Industry Standards (29 CFR 1926). One source of these regulations is OSHA Publication 2207, which includes a combination of both Parts 1910 and 1926 as they relate to construction safety and health. It is for sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S.

Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

2. National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air

Pollutants (40 CFR 61).

3. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule (40 CFR 761) dated July 17, 1985.

d. Federal Standard (Fed. Std.):

1. 313A Material Safety Data Sheets, Preparation and the Submission.

2. Contractor is totally responsible for safety and health on the project.

In performing work under this contract the Contractor shall:

a. Conform to the specific safety requirements established by this contract;

b. Comply with the safety rules of the Government institution that concern related activities not directly addressed in this contract;

c. Take all reasonable steps and precautions to prevent accidents and preserve the life and health of contractor and Government personnel performing or in anyway coming in contact with the performance of this contract; and

d. Take such additional immediate precautions as the

Contracting Officer may reasonably require for safety and accident prevention purposes.

3. Smoking is prohibited during any stage of construction in any of the buildings constructed as part of this project. Smoking areas at the construction site shall be approved jointly with the FBOP Contracting Officer and the Contractor.

4. These Requirements are applicable to all Work covered by this

Contract.

7.2-DEFINITION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

A. Refer to hazardous and toxic materials/substances included in Subparts H and Z of 29 CFR 1910, and to others as additionally defined in Fed. Std.

313. Those most commonly encountered include asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), explosives, and radioactive material, but may include others. The most likely products to contain asbestos are sprayed-on fireproofing, insulation, boiler lagging, and pipe covering; likely products to contain PCBs are transformers, capacitors, voltage regulators, and oil switches.

7.3-QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Safety Meeting: Representatives of the Contractor shall meet with the

Contracting Officer and the Contracting Officer's representative(s) prior to the start of the construction work under this Contract for the purpose of reviewing the Contractor’s safety and health programs and discussing implementation of all safety and health provisions pertinent to the Work to be performed under the Contract. The Contractor shall be prepared to discuss, in detail, the measures he/she intends to take in order to control any unsafe or unhealthy conditions associated with the Work to be performed under the Contract. If directed by the Contracting Officer, this meeting may be held in conjunction with other meetings that are scheduled to take place prior to start of Work under this Contract. The level of detail for the safety meeting is dependent upon the nature of the Work and the potential inherent hazards. The Contractor’s principal onsite representative(s), the general superintendent, and the safety representative(s) shall attend this meeting.

B. Compliance with Regulations: All Work, including contact with and handling of hazardous materials, the disturbance and dismantling of structures containing hazardous materials, and/or the disposal of hazardous materials, shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1926/1910 and 40 CFR 761. Work involving the disturbance or dismantling of asbestos or asbestos-containing materials shall also comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 61, Subparts A and M. All Work shall comply with applicable state and municipal safety and health requirements. Where there is a conflict between applicable regulations, the most stringent shall apply.

C. Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during the execution of Work, and shall hold the Government harmless for any action on the Contractor's part or that of the Contractor's employees or subcontractors that result in illness, injury, or death.

7.4-SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Reporting: A copy of each accident report that the Contractor or subcontractors submit to their insurance carriers shall be forwarded through the Project Representative to the Contracting Officer as soon as possible, but in no event later than seven (7) calendar days after the day the accident occurred.

B. Permits: If hazardous materials are disposed of offsite, submit copies of permits from applicable Federal, State, or municipal authorities and necessary certificates that the material has been disposed of as per regulations.

C. Other Submittals: If agreed to in writing at the safety meeting, other submittals shall be required. One such submittal that may be included is a plan of action for handling hazardous materials, which shall contain the following:

1. Number, type, and experience of employees to be used for the

Work.

2. Description of how applicable safety and health regulations and standards are to be met.

3. Type of protective equipment and work procedures to be used.

4. Emergency procedures for accidental spills or exposures.

5. Procedures for disposing of or storing the toxic/hazardous materials.

6. Identification of possible hazards, problems, and proposed control mechanisms.

7. Protection of public or others not related to the operation.

8. Interfacing and control of subcontractors, if any.

9. Identification of any required analyses, test demonstrations, and validation requirements.

10. Method of certification for compliance.

D. The Contractor shall provide a detailed accident prevention/safety program prior to the start of any construction work.

E. The Contractor’s written accident prevention/safety program shall, as a minimum, address the following areas:

1. The Contractor shall designate the individual or individuals responsible for implementation of the accident prevention/safety program as well as designating those responsible for the development of safety policy and procedures, indoctrination of new employees, project site inspection responsibilities, and the conduct of Contractor’s weekly safety meetings, as well as responsibility for submission of necessary reports related to project site injuries and/or safety.

2. Accident Prevention:

a. The Contractor shall specify the scope of indoctrination for new employees, procedures for weekly safety meetings, and the scope and frequency of project site inspections.

b. The Contractor shall specify the availability of and enforcement of procedures for use of protective devices such as head protection, eye protection, hearing protection, respirators, safety belts and lanyards, wet weather gear, fire-resistant blankets and/or barriers, and any other devices used for the protection of the individual employee's health and safety.

c. The Contractor shall specify the availability on site and the type of instrumentation to be used to determine flammable gases, oxygen levels, noise levels, gas sampling, and such other instrumentation as may be required to ensure a safe working environment.

d. The program shall cover, in addition to accident and injury prevention procedures, specific procedures for fire protection and prevention of damage to property, as well as such other procedures beyond statutory requirements that may be necessary to conduct the Work in a safe manner and provide maximum protection for the health and safety of all employees.

e. The Contractor’s program shall set forth specific actions that will be taken to require compliance with the Contractor’s accident prevention/safety program by its subcontractors.

3. The Contractor’s representatives shall attend the weekly project safety committee meeting.

7.5-MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Special facilities, devices, equipment, clothing, and similar items used by the Contractor in the execution of Work shall comply with the applicable regulations.

7.6-HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

A. The Contractor shall bring to the attention of the Contracting Officer any material suspected of being hazardous that he/she encounters during execution of the Work. A determination will be made by the Contracting Officer as to whether the Contractor shall perform tests to determine if the material is hazardous. If the Contracting Officer directs the Contractor to perform tests, and/or if the material is found hazardous and additional protective measures are needed, a Contract change may be required, subject to applicable provisions of this Contract.

7.7-STOP WORK ORDERS

A. When the Contractor is notified by the Contracting Officer of any noncompliance with the provisions of the Contract and the action(s) to be taken, the Contractor shall immediately, if so directed, or within 48 hours after receipt of a notice of violation correct the unsafe or unhealthy condition. If the Contractor fails to comply promptly, all or any part of the Work being performed may be stopped by the Contracting Officer with a

"stop work order." When, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, satisfactory corrective action has been taken to correct the unsafe or unhealthy condition, a start order will be given immediately. The Contractor shall not be allowed any extension of time or compensation for damages by reason of or in connection with such Work stoppage.

PART 8 - PROTECTION

8.1-PRECAUTIONS & STORING

A. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent injury to the public, or damage to property of others. For the purposes of this Contract, the public shall include all persons not employed by the Contractor or a subcontractor working under its direction.

B. Storing, positioning, or use of equipment, tools, materials, scraps, and trash in a manner likely to present a hazard to the public or building occupants by its accidental shifting, ignition, or other hazardous qualities is prohibited.

PART 9 - CONSTRUCTION CLEANING

9.1-MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Use cleaning methods and materials which will not create hazards to health or property, and which will not damage surfaces.

B. Provide covered containers for deposit of waste materials, debris, and rubbish.

9.2-CLEANING DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. Execute continual cleaning to keep building, site, and adjacent properties free from accumulations of waste materials, litter, debris, rubbish, windblown debris and foreign substances resulting from construction operations.

B. Prior to Substantial Completion, remove construction tools, scaffolding, equipment, machinery, and surplus materials.

C. Broom clean interior areas prior to start of surface finishing and continue cleaning to eliminate dust.

D. Schedule cleaning operations so that dust and other contaminants will not fall on or adhere to wet or newly-coated surfaces.

E. Remove debris and rubbish from pipe chases, plenums, attics, crawl spaces, and other remote spaces, prior to enclosing space.

F. Store volatile wastes in covered metal containers and remove from premises daily. Prevent accumulation of waste which causes hazardous conditions. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

G. Conduct cleaning and disposal operations to comply with local ordinances and anti-pollution laws.

H. Do not bury rubbish and waste materials on Project site. Do not dispose of volatile wastes such as mineral spirits, oil, or paint thinner in storm or sanitary drains. Do not dispose of wastes into streams or waterways.

I. Clean soils within the compound. The entire area within the secure compound must be free from all debris. The soils must be free of all nails, wires, re-bar or other construction materials. During and after the construction process there must be no burying of any construction debris.

J. Continue construction cleaning on as-needed basis until execution of final cleaning.

9.3-DISPOSAL

A. Remove waste materials, debris, and rubbish from premises and dispose off site in lawful manner.

End Scope of Work