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SSA-RFP-10-1039 ALTERATIONS AND REPAIRS TO SSA FACILITIES 100

Part I—The Schedule

SECTION A – Solicitation/contract form

Page Number

STANDARD FORM 1442

1, 2, 3

8SECTION B - SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

8B-1 GENERAL INFORMATION

8B-2 PRICES

13SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

13C-1 GENERAL INSTALLATION PROVISIONS

15C-2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

18C-3 PRODUCTS

19C-4 PROTECTION

19C-5 MEASUREMENTS

20C-6 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP

20C-7 GENERAL PRODUCTS COMPLIANCES

21C-8 GENERAL PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

21C-9 LABELS AND NAMEPLATES

21C-10 OCCUPANT IMPACT AND CLEANING

22C-11 FINAL CLEANING

22C-12 DEMOLITION

22C-13 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

22C-14 PRODUCTS (STEEL SHEETS AND STRIPS)

23C-15 EXECUTION (STEEL DOORS)

23C-16 PANIC HARDWARE

23C-17 PRODUCTS (CEILING SUPPORT)

24C-18 GYPSUM BOARD

24C-19 EXECUTION (METAL SUPPORT SYSTEM)---INSTALLATION OF METAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS

24C-20 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS

25C-21 RESILIENT FLOORING

25C-22 PAINTING

29C-23 WALL COVERINGS

29C-24 VINYL WALLCOVERINGS

30C-25 ACCESS FLOORING (RAISED FLOORING)

32C-26 DEMOUNTABLE PARTITIONS

32C-27 PIPE, TUBE, AND FITTINGS

32C-28 PRODUCTS (PIPING MATERIAL)

33C-29 EXECUTION (PIPE AND PIPE FITTINGS)

34C-30 BASIC WIRING AND METHODS

34C-31 WORKING HOURS

35C-32 WORK OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS

35C-33 DAMAGED ITEMS

35C-34 GOVERNMENT SUPPLIES AND FACILITIES

35C-35 WARRANTY

35C-36 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

36SECTION D – PACKAGING AND MARKING

36D-1 PAYMENT OF POSTAGE AND FEES

36D-2 MARKING

37SECTION E – INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

37E-1 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

38SECTION F – DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

38F-1 52.252-2 –CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (Feb 1998)

38F-2 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984)

38F-3 COMPLETION OF TASK ORDERS

38F-4 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

39F-5 SPECIAL DELIVERY INSTRUSTIONS FOR NCC

40SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

40G-1 INVOICE SUBMISSION AND PAYMENT RELATED INFORMATION

41G-2 INVOICE SUBMISSION TO COTR

41G-3 TECHNICAL DIRECTION

42G-4 DESIGNATION OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING OFFICER’S TECHNICAL REPRESENATIVE (COTR)

43G-5 DESIGNATION OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACT SPECIALIST

43G-6 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

44G-7 POST AWARD CERTIFICATIONS

44G-8 REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

47SECTION H – SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

47H-1 0401 SECURITY AND SUITABILITY REQUIREMENTS (OCT 2008)

53H-2 0402 FEDERAL INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGEMENT ACT (FISMA) AND AGENCY PRIVACY MANAGEMENT (OCT 2008)

54H-3 ACCESS TO BUILDINGS

54H-4 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES (BUILDING PASSES)

55H-5 SECURITY ACCESS PROCEDURES

56H-6 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

57H-7 CONTRACTOR’S DAILY REPORT OF WORK PERFORMANCE

57H-8 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

57H-9 BUILDING REGULATIONS

58H-10 ACTIONS REQUIRED BY THE CONTRACTOR

59H-11 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY OF BUILDINGS

59H-12 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES AND WORK SCHEDULE

60H-13 PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS

61H-14 AUTHORITY OF ORDERING OFFICIALS

61H-15 CONTRACTOR COMPLIANCE WITH EXECUTIVE ORDER 13101

61H-16 GENERAL WAGE DETERMINATION ISSUED UNDER THE DAVIS BACON AND RELATED ACTS BY THE SECRETARY OF LABOR

62H-17 ORDERING PROCEDURES

65H-18 DESIGNATION OF GOVERNMENT OMBUDSMAN

66SECTION I – CONTRACT CLAUSES

66I-1 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

70I-2 52.216-18 ORDERING (OCT 1995)

70I-3 52.216-19 ORDER LIMITATIONS (OCT 1995)

71I-4 52.216-22 INDEFINITE QUANTITY (OCT 1995)

71I-5 52.222-30 DAVIS-BACON ACT—PRICE ADJUSTMENT (NONE OR SEPERATELY SPECIFIED METHOD) (DEC 2001)

72I-6 52.223-9 ESTIMATE OF PERCENTAGE OF RECOVERED MATERIAL CONTENT FOR EPA-DESIGNATED PRODUCTS (MAY 2008)

72I-7 52.225-9 BUY AMERICAN ACT-CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (FEB 2009)

76I-8 52.225-11 BUY AMERICAN ACT-CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS UNDER TRADE AGREEMENT (AUG 2009)

80I-9 52.232-19 AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR (1984)

81SECTION J - LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

82SECTION K - REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS OR QUOTERS

82K-1 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

82K-2 52.203-2 CERTIFICATE OF INDEPENDENT PRICE DETERMINATION (APR 1985)

83K-3 52.204-3 TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION (OCT 1998)

85K-4 52.209-5 CERTIFICATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (APR 2010)

87K-5 52.209-7 INFORMATION REGARDING RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (APR 2010)

88K-6 52.222-22 PREVIOUS CONTRACTS AND COMPLIANCE REPORTS. (FEB 1999)

89K-7 52.223-13 CERTIFICATION OF TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE REPORTING. (AUG 2003)

90K-8 52.225-20 PROHIBITION ON CONDUCTIONG RESTRICTED BUSINESS OPERATIONS IN SUDAN-CERTIFICATION (AUG 2009)

92SECTION L - INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS

92L-1 52.252-1 -- SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

92L-2 ADDITIONAL FAR PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

92L-3 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT. (APR 1984)

93L-4 52.225-10 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN ACT REQUIREMENT-CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (FEB 2009)

94L-5 52.225-12 NOTICE OF BUY AMERICAN ACT REQUIREMENT - CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS UNDER TRADE AGREEMENTS (FEB 2009)

95L-6 52.233-2 SERVICE OF PROTEST. (SEP 2006)

95L-7 ADDITIONAL AGENCY-SPECIFIC PROVISIONS

95L-8 SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

99L-9 AWARD WITH OPTION YEAR PERIODS

99L-10 SOLICITATION INQUIRIES

100L-11 52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) ALTERNATE I (FEB 1995)

102SECTION M - EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

102M-1 52.252-1 -- SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

102M-2 EVALUATION FACTORS

106M-3 ADDITIONAL AGENCY-SPECIFIC PROVISIONS

SECTION B - SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B-1 GENERAL INFORMATION

B-1.1 Purpose and Scope of Solicitation

The Social Security Administration (SSA) intends to award three (3) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) General Construction Contracts for alterations and repairs to the Social Security Administration's headquarters buildings located in Baltimore County and Baltimore City, Maryland listed in Section F-4, Place of Performance. The Government reserves the right to award more or less than three contracts. All IDIQ contracts will be provided a fair opportunity to be considered for subsequent task order work. Firm-Fixed-Price task orders will be competed and awarded among the IDIQ Contractors awarded contracts off of the solicitation. Failure of any IDIQ Contractor to actively participate when requested to propose on a task order, may result in the Government determining not to award an additional option period.

B-2 PRICES

a.

Scope

The contractor shall furnish all necessary personnel, materials, services, and equipment, except as may be otherwise specified herein, and perform Alterations and Repairs, as requested in each task order, at the following Social Security Administration facilities located at the following building addresses: National Computer Center, 6201 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21235 and Metro West Building, 300 N. Greene Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 and other buildings as required.

This is an indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity contract with a guaranteed minimum amount of $60,000 for each contract for the entire five-year contract period. The Government has no obligation to issue task orders to the contractor beyond this amount. Once the conditions of this minimum have been met, the contractor will continue to have the opportunity to be issued task orders under this contract unless notified by the contracting officer.

The maximum cumulative amount that may be awarded to any single contractor or to all contractors combined for the entire five-year contract period is $60,000,000. As such, as more orders are issued under one contract, the value of orders, which can be issued under other contracts, will drop by an equal amount.

Each task order will be negotiated individually, based on the contract prices set forth below. Each task order will state the services required and time for completion. Task order prices will be based upon fixed price hourly rates for the disciplines specified below. The hourly rate shall include all indirect labor costs, general and administrative costs, and profit or fee. In addition to the fully loaded labor rates, the contractor shall propose a markup rate on materials and a markup rate on a sub-contractors portion of the task order. The sub-contractors labor portion of the task order shall not exceed the contractors fully loaded hourly labor rates in Section B-2b.1-b.5. The mark-up on materials and subcontractors shall remain constant and fixed throughout the contract lifecycle.

_______ Maximum markup on materials (Includes Profit and Overhead) _______ Maximum markup on a sub-contractors portion of the task order b.1

BASE YEAR -- One year from the date of award.

City

*Overtime hours defined under the Davis Bacon Act are all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any work week.

b.2

OPTION YEAR 1

One year from the expiration date of the Base Period.

City

*Overtime hours defined under the Davis Bacon Act are all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any work week.

b.3

OPTION YEAR 2

One year from the expiration date of the Option Year 1.

City

*Overtime hours defined under the Davis Bacon Act are all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any work week.

b.4

OPTION YEAR 3

One year from the expiration date of the Option Year 2.

City

*Overtime hours defined under the Davis Bacon Act are all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any work week.

b.5

OPTION YEAR 4

One year from the expiration date of the Option Year 3.

City

*Overtime hours defined under the Davis Bacon Act are all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in any work week.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C-1 GENERAL INSTALLATION PROVISIONS

C-1.1

USE OF CODES AND REGULATIONS

The contractor shall furnish all necessary personnel, materials, services, facilities and equipment, except as may be otherwise specified herein, and perform all tasks necessary to the performance of alterations and repairs to Social Security Administration buildings at the Woodlawn Main Complex, National Computer Center and Metro West Complexes, Baltimore, Maryland, as described in Section C.

The Contractor should follow the National Electric Code (NEC) and the National BOCA National Building Code for the current year and any other Code that precedes other State, Federal, Local codes or regulations.

C-1.2

INSTALLATION PROVISIONS:

A.

Contractor's Inspection of Conditions: Requires contractor to inspect substrate prior to receiving work, and conditions under which work shall be performed, and to report (in writing to the Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR)) unsatisfactory conditions. Do not proceed with the work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in a manner acceptable to contractor (i.e., asbestos, water leaks, etc.)

B.

Manufacturer's Instructions: Where installations include manufactured products, comply with manufacturer's applicable instructions and recommendations for installations, to the extent these are more explicit or more stringent than requirements indicated in the contract documents.

C.

Inspect each item of material or equipment immediately prior to installation, and reject damaged and defective items.

D.

Install work during conditions of temperature, humidity exposure, forecasted weather, and status of project completion which will ensure best possible results for each unit of work, in coordination with entire work. Isolate each unit of work from non-compatible work, as required to prevent deterioration.

E.

Coordinate enclosure (closing-in) of work with required inspections and tests, so as to minimize necessity of uncovering work for that purpose.

F.

Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, mount individual units of work at industry-recognized standard mounting heights for applications indicated. Refer questionable mounting height choices to the COTR for final decision.

C-1.3

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:

A.

Solid, Liquid or Gaseous Contamination: The Contractor shall be responsible for the proper disposal of all solid, liquid, and gaseous contaminants in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations.

B.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): The contractor shall submit all MSDS sheets to the COTR for chemicals being used at Social Security Administration before start of work.

C.

Disposal of Refuse: Remove refuse resulting from construction operations for the site.

D.

Covered Chutes: All chutes for refuse, etc. shall be covered, or of such a design to fully confine the material to prevent the dissemination of dust.

E.

Trucking: Load all trucks leaving the site with debris in a manner that will prevent dropping of materials on streets. Fasten suitable tarpaulins over tholed before they enter surrounding paved streets. Trucks bringing loose materials over paved streets to the site shall be similarly loaded and covered.

F.

Construction Site Maintenance:

1.

Store all supplies and equipment on project site so as to preclude mechanical and climate damage. Maintain site in a neat and orderly manner.

2.

The contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the temporary structures and construction enclosure (plastic) in good repair and in a visually pleasant manner, provide adequate security to prevent the presence of unauthorized persons on the site, and to keep entrances secured when not in actual use to ensure the integrity of the barrier as well as for property security.

G.

Noise Control: Comply with all applicable State and local laws, ordinances, and regulations relative to noise control. If the noise level is expected to reach 60 dba, then advance notification must be given so that the office work can be planned around the noisy activity.

H.

Confined Space: Comply with all applicable State and Federal confined space regulations and SSA’s written program.

I.

Fluorescent and High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lamp Disposal: Comply with all applicable agency policies and current regulations regarding handling and disposal of these components.

J.

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs): Comply with all applicable current regulations regarding handling and disposal of electrical components which contain PCBs.

K.

Recycle: All cardboard and metal at the SSA Loading Dock or where designated by the COTR.

C-2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A.

PUBLICATIONS 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. These publications and or references material can be found in the OSHA Web site.

a. Safety & Environmental Management Division

b. Lockout/Tag out Procedures.

c. EPA Guidance for Controlling ACM in Buildings.

d. National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants.

e. Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulation, Resource Conversation and Recovery Act.

B.

DEFINITION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: Refer to hazardous and toxic materials/substances included in Subparts H and Z of 29 CFR 1910. Those most commonly encountered include asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyl (PCBS), explosives, and radioactive material, but may include others. The most likely products to contain asbestos are sprayed-on fire-proofing, insulation, boiler lagging, and pipe covering.

C.

QUALITY ASSURANCE:

1.

Preconstruction Safety Meeting: Representatives of the Contractor shall meet with the Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) and his/her representative(s) prior to the start of alteration and repair activities 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 this 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. This meeting may be held in conjunction with the preconstruction conference, if so directed by the COTR. The conduct of this meeting is not dependent upon the nature of the work and the potential inherent hazards. The Contractor's principal on-site representative(s), the general superintendent and his/her safety representative(s) shall attend this meeting.

2.

Compliance with Regulations: All work, including the handling of hazardous materials or the disturbance or dismantling of structures containing hazardous materials shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1926/1910 and with all local and state building and construction codes and all applicable provisions of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) codes and standards. (See Exhibit 3.)

Work involving the disturbance or dismantling of asbestos or asbestos containing materials; the demolition of structures containing asbestos, and/or the disposal and removal of asbestos shall also comply with the requirements of 40 CFR, Part 61, Subparts A and B. 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.

3.

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 his part or that of his employees or subcontractors, which results in illness, injury or death. The contractor should have asbestos awareness training and provide dates of training.

4.

Inspections, Tests, and Reports: The required inspections, tests, and reports made by the Contractor, subcontractors, specially trained technicians, equipment manufacturers, and others as required, shall be at the Contractor's expense.

D.

SUBMITTALS:

1.

Permits: If hazardous materials are disposed of offsite, submit copies of permits from applicable Federal, State, or municipal authorities, include submission of manifest from applicable Federal, State and municipal authorities. Burning permits shall be obtained weekly from the Building Managers Office before any soldering or welding is done.

2.

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

a.

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

b.

Description of how safety and health regulations and standards shall be met.

c.

Type of protection equipment and work procedures to be used.

d.

Emergency procedures for accidental spills or exposures.

e.

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

f.

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

g.

Protection of public or others not related to the operation.

h.

Interfacing and control of subcontractors, if any.

i.

Identifications of analysis, test demonstrations, and validation requirements.

j.

Method of certification for compliance.

C-3 PRODUCTS

A.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT: Special facilities, devices, equipment, clothing, and similar items used by the Contractor in the execution of work shall comply with the applicable regulations.

B.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: The Contractor shall bring to the attention of the COTR any material suspected of being hazardous which he encounters during execution of the work. A determination will be made by the COTR as to whether the Contractor shall perform tests to determine if the material is hazardous. If the COTR 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 the "Differing Site Conditions" clause. Asbestos containing materials are not to be used in the buildings.

The contractor shall supply the Government with Material Safety Data Sheets for any Hazardous Materials supplied or used on Government property.

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

For more information, 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.

Chemical Disposal: The contractor shall be responsible for the proper handling and storage of all hazardous wastes as defined in titled 40 CFR 261, Identification and Listing of Hazardous Wastes, generated by the contractor during the performance of work under the contract. The contractor shall notify the Project Officer when hazardous wastes are identified. The contractor shall also be responsible for the proper disposal of all non-hazardous wastes generated in performance of work under the contract.

Asbestos: The schedule of work includes no asbestos removal or any other similar asbestos abatement work. However, work will be involved in some areas where asbestos is present, and also in some asbestos regulated areas. The contractor is required to conform to the "Requirement for Outside Contractor" specified in Section F, while work is being conducted above the suspended ceiling space, workers must wear properly fitted respirators. At no additional cost to the Government, workers shall be provided with, as a minimum, a NIOSH approved personal respirator with high efficiency cartridges (color: purple or magenta). Keep the respirator at the job site and follow the provisions of OSHA standard regulations 29CFR1910.1001. CONTRACTOR MUST ALSO COMPLY WITH GSA CONTRACT SPECIFICATION WHERE ABATEMENT IS NEEDED.

All respirators must be National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) approved. All requirements of OSHA standards regarding respirator protection (29CFR1910.134) must also be complied with. Instruct workers on the proper use and care of their respirator.

Care must be taken not to damage any pipe insulation hard packed elbows or joints or any spray-on fire proofing materials. Contractor to cease work immediately if a question arises during installation work and shall be required to consult with the Project Engineer or contact directly with the Asbestos Section at extension (410)966-9368 or 69369 within the building.

There is also significant amount of debris delamination from the sprayed-on mineral wool fireproofing material is present, on top of the ceiling tiles throughout the target work areas. Mineral wool and/or fiberglass containing material are potential carcinogens; caution should be taken to minimize disturbance of these materials.

All fall out debris must be vacuumed by the contractor, prior to leaving job site with a HEPA vacuum.

C-4 PROTECTION

The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent injury to the public, building occupants, or damage to property of others. For the purposes of this contract, the public or building occupants shall include all persons not employed by the Contractor or a subcontractor working under his/her direction. Follow all Local, State, Federal regulations or codes.

C-5 MEASUREMENTS

A. REPAIRS: The area of repairs on all types of surfaces shall be measured by average width multiplied by the measured average length of the repaired area (measured in 6-inch increments) and shall be rounded off to the nearest square foot.

C-6 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP

A. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS:

Unless otherwise specifically provided in this contract, reference to any equipment, material, article, or patented process, by trade name, make, or catalog number, shall be regarded as establishing a standard of quality and shall not be construed as limiting competition, and the Contractor may, at his option, use any equipment, material, article, or process, which, in the judgment of the COTR is equal to that named.

B.

SUBMITTALS:

Requests for Substitutions: Requests for substitutions shall be treated as a contract change and shall be subject to the clause “Changes.” Submit three (3) copies, fully identified for product or method being replaced by substitution, including related specification section and drawing number(s), and fully documented to show compliance with requirements for substitutions. Include product data/drawings, description of methods, samples where applicable. Contractor’s detailed comparison of significant qualities between specified item and proposed substitution, statement of effect on construction time and coordination with other affected work, cost information or proposal, and Contractor’s statement to the effect that proposed substitution will result in overall work equal-to-or-better-than originally indicated.

C-7 GENERAL PRODUCTS COMPLIANCES

A.

The compliance requirements for individual products as indicated in contract documents are multiple in nature and may include generic, descriptive, performance, prescriptive, compliance with standards, conformance with graphic details and other similar forms and methods of indicating requirements, all of which must be complied with, and meet all codes and regulations.

B.

Licensing:

Licensing requirements of the State and/or other authorities as they apply to the private sector shall also apply to all personnel engaged in contract activities in Federal Buildings located in the area covered by those authorities. All contract personnel employed in those trades, crafts, or professions which require licensing shall be fully active licensed prior to engaging in any contract activities specified herein. The license must be a grade or other level consistent with the requirements of work being performed and/or established by the State and/or other authority. A copy of each license for each employee will be furnished to the COTR no later than 5 calendar days prior to the date performance is to begin.

C-8 GENERAL PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

Provide products which are undamaged and unused at time of installation, and which are complete with accessories, trim, finish, safety guards, and other devices and details needed for complete installation and for intended use and effect.

C-9 LABELS AND NAMEPLATES

To the extent feasible and consistent with the following requirements pertaining to the appearance of the finished building, wherever a product is required to comply with a specific standard, grade, class, or type, a permanent label to this effect shall be applied to the product. Where this is not feasible because of the nature of the product, the label shall be on or inside of each container.

C-10 OCCUPANT IMPACT AND CLEANING

All work shall be scheduled so as to have an absolute minimum impact on the building occupants. The contractor shall notify the COTR 48 hours prior to any necessary shut down which may impact the building occupants. The contractor shall notify the COTR immediately for approval if any unscheduled shut down of equipment is necessary.

All equipment and materials (other than noted) removed under this contract becomes the property of the contractor and shall be disposed of at the contractor’s expense.

The contractor shall maintain at all times good housekeeping practices to reduce the risk of fire damage. All scrap materials, rubbish and trash shall be removed daily in and about the building. All work areas shall be broom cleaned or vacuumed and debris removed on a DAILY basis, and the contractor shall not be permitted to use Government containers, compactors or trash receptacles for disposal of materials.

The contractor shall provide containers on site for disposal materials of sufficient size for all debris. The COTR will specify location of containers.

C-11 FINAL CLEANING

Comply with manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning operation. The following is required in addition to special cleaning specified in technical sections.

A. Clean exposed, hard surfaced finishes, to a dirt-free condition, free of dust, stains, films, and similar noticeable distracting substances.

B.

Clean concrete floors in non-occupied spaces broom clean using a sweeping compound to maximize dust captured.

C.

Vacuum using HEPA filter vacuum cleaners to clean carpeted surfaces and similar soft surfaces.

D.

Clean project site.

C-12 DEMOLITION

MATERIALS REMOVED FROM PRESENT WORK

Materials and items required to be removed, but which fully meet and comply with the contract requirements, or are considered suitable by the decision of the COTR, may be reused in the contract work.

C-13 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

A. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The extent of standard steel doors and frames is indicated and scheduled on drawings.

B.

QUALITY ASSURANCE:

Provide doors and frames complying with Steel Door Institute “Recommended Specification: Standard Steel Doors and Frames” (SDI-100) and as herein specified.

C-14 PRODUCTS (STEEL SHEETS AND STRIPS)

Use only what codes and regulations allow.

C-15 EXECUTION (STEEL DOORS)

Install standard steel doors, frames, and accessories in accordance with final shop drawings, manufacturer’s data, and as herein specified.

C-16 PANIC HARDWARE

Panic hardware shall be Yale 5 Series, model #5 Brushed Aluminum or equal for wood or metal doors. Brushed finish in the Main Complex. Use a Corbin type lock set #863-451 with a US26D brushed finish and a #59 keyway in Metro West. All lock sets must be keyed to match the existing government building system.

C-17 PRODUCTS (CEILING SUPPORT)

A. METAL SUPPORT MATERIALS:

1. Ceiling Support Materials and Systems:

a. Size ceiling support components to comply with ASTM C 754 unless otherwise indicated and all Local, State, and Federal regulations and codes.

b.

Hanger Wire: ASTM A 641, soft, class 1 galvanized.

c.

Contractors/workers should avoid using the air-handling ducts, piping systems, or ceiling tile grids as support. Use existing cable trays and/or hangers where available.

Wall/Partition Support Materials:

Studs: ASTM C 645; O.179” min. thickness of base metal unless otherwise indicated.

a. Depth of Section: 3 5/8”, except as otherwise indicated.

b.

Runners: Match studs; type recommended by stud manufacturer for floor and ceiling support of studs, and for vertical abutment of drywall work at other work.

C-18 GYPSUM BOARD

A. GYPSUM WALLBOARD: ASTM C 36, of types, edge configuration and thickness indicated; in maximum lengths available to minimize end-to-end butt joints. Must meet Local, State, Federal regulations and codes.

B.

SOUND ATTENUATION

1. The sound attenuation blanket shall have a noise reduction coefficient (NRC) of 40 or higher. The NRC shall be measured at

250, 500, 1,000 and 2,000 hertz rounded off to the nearest .05 hertz expressed as sound absorption coefficient average.

2.

The sound attenuation blanket shall be free from asbestos and asbestos containing material (ACM). Additionally, the materials used in the blankets shall be free of any known or suspected carcinogenic materials. A sample of the blanket shall be furnished to and approved by the COTR.

C-19 EXECUTION (METAL SUPPORT SYSTEM)---INSTALLATION OF METAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS

Metal Support Installation Standard: Comply with STM C 754, and all Local, State, Federal regulations and codes

C-20 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS

A. QUALITY ASSURANCE:

1. Acoustical Materials: FS SS-S-118

2.

Suspension Systems: ASTM C 635 for materials; ASTM C 636 for installation.

3.

Surface Burning Characteristics: Flame spread: 25 or less; smoke developed 50 or less; per ASTM E 84. UL Listed and marked.

B.

SUBMITTALS:

Samples: 6” x 4” square samples of each exposed acoustical unit.

C.

ACOUSTICAL CEILING PANELS:

Type IX Panels-Mineral Composition with scrubable pigmented or clear Finish:

Water Felted Units, Fissured: Form 2, pattern d, NRC 55, LR1, STC 35-39, square-edge, white 24” x 48” x 5/8”, 24” x 60” x 5/8”, and 30” x 48” x 5/8”.

D.

INSTALLATION OF ACOUSTICAL TILE ON WALLS

Cement acoustical tile to dry substrate in manner, and using amount of adhesive, as recommended by tile manufacturer.

C-21 RESILIENT FLOORING

Submittals: With manufacturer’s products data and installation instructions, submit the following:

A. Samples of each type, color, and pattern of resilient flooring and accessories; full size for tile;

B.

Maintenance instructions for each type of flooring.

C.

Vinyl Composition Tile: FS SS-T-312, Type IV, composition as indicated below; 12” x 12” x 1/8” gauge unless otherwise indicated.

Composition 1: asbestos-free.

Rubber Wall Base: FS SS W 40, Type 1, 6” or 4” high; 1/8” gauge; with matching and stops and performed corner units; standard top-set cove, unless otherwise indicated.

C-22 PAINTING

A. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

1. Extent of painting work shall be indicated on drawings and schedules, and as herein specified.

2.

Work includes painting by roller or brush only (no spraying) and finishing of interior exposed items and surfaces throughout project, except as otherwise indicated.

3.

Paint existing surfaces with one primer coat and two finish coats of paint. Items to be painted include: plaster, masonry, dry wall, block, brick, wood and metal.

B.

DELIVERY AND STORAGE:

Deliver materials to job site in original, new and unopened packages and containers bearing manufacturer’s name and label, and the following information including MSDS information:

1. Name or title of material.

2.

Federal Specification Number, if applicable.

3.

Manufacturer’s Stock Number and date of manufacture.

4.

Manufacturer’s name.

5.

Contents by volume, for major pigment and vehicle constituents.

6.

Thinning instructions.

7.

Application instructions.

8.

Color name and number.

C.

PRODUCTS: (PAINT MATERIALS)

MATERIALS:

Material quality: Provide the best quality grade of various types of coatings as regularly manufactured by acceptable paint material manufacturers.

Materials not displaying manufacturer’s identification as a standard, best-grade product will be acceptable. The use of lead paint is prohibited.

EXECUTION (PAINTING)

Follow all manufacturers’ specification for painting.

E.

SURFACE PREPARATION

Perform preparation and cleaning procedures in accordance with paint manufacturer’s instructions and as herein specified, for each particular substrate condition.

F.

INTERIOR PAINT SCHEDULE:

1. Gypsum Drywall System:

a. Finish: Two finish coats over primed surfaces.

b.

Lusterless (Flat) Latex Finish: Three coats.

(1) First Coat: Interior Latex Base Primer Coat (FS-TT-P-650).

(2) Two Coats: Interior Flat Latex Base Paint (FS-TT-P-29).

c.

Odorless Semi-Gloss Alkyd Enamel Finish: Two coats.

(1) First Coat: Interior Latex Base Primer Coat (FS-TT-P-650).

(2) Two (2) Coats: Odorless Interior Semi-Gloss Alkyd Enamel (FS-TT-E-509).

2. Plasters:

a. Lusterless (Flat) Latex Finish: Two Coats.

(1) First Coat: Interior Flat Latex Base Paint (FS-TT-P-29).

(2) Second Coat: Interior Flat Odorless Alkyd Paint (FS-TT-P-30).

(3) Semi-Gloss Enamel Finish: Two Coats.

(a) First Coat: Interior enamel undercoat (FS-TT-E-543).

(b) Second Coat: Odorless Interior Semi-Gloss Enamel (FS-TT-E-509).

b.

Acoustical Plaster:

Lusterless (Flat) Emulsion Finish: Two Coats.

First and Second Coat: Interior Flat Latex base paint (FS-TT-P-29).

c.

Ferrous Metal:

1. Lusterless (Flat) Finish: Two finish coats over primer.

(a) Prime Coat: Red Lead Base Primer (FS-TT-P-86).

Prime coat is not required on items delivered shop-primed.

(b) Second Coat: Interior Flat Latex Base Paint (FS-TT-P-29).

Semi-gloss enamel finish: Two coats over primer.

(a) Prime Coat: Red Lead Primer (FS-TT-P-86). Prime coat is not required on items delivered shop-primed.

First Coat: Interior enamel under coat (FS-TT-E-543).

(c) Second Coat: Odorless interior semi-gloss alkyd enamel (FS-TT-E-509).

d.

Zinc Coated Metal:

1. Lusterless (Flat) Finish: Two finish coats over primer.

(a) Prime Coat: Zinc Dust-Zinc Oxide Primer Coating (FS-

TT-P-641).

(b) First and Second Finish Coats: Interior Flat Latex base paint (FS-TT-P-29).

2.

Semi-gloss Finish: Two coats over primer

(a) Prime Coat: Zinc dust-zinc oxide primer coating (FS

TT-P-641).

Second Coat: Interior Enamel undercoat (FS-TT-E-543).

(c) Third Coat: Odorless Interior Alkyd Semi-Gloss Enamel (FS TT-E-509).

e.

Painted Woodwork and Hardboard:

Semi-Gloss Enamel Finish: Two coats.

1. First Coat: Interior enamel undercoat (FS-TT-E-543).

2.

Second Coat: Odorless interior semi-gloss enamel (FS-TT-E-509).

f.

Cotton or Canvas Covering over Insulation

1. Flat Latex Emulsion “Size”: 2 coats.

2.

First and Second Coats: Interior flat latex base paint (FS-TT-P-29). Add fungicidal agent to render fabric mildew-proof.

C-23 WALL COVERINGS

A. QUALITY ASSURANCE:

Fire Hazard Classification: Provide materials bearing UL labels for the following:

1. Flame spread not more than 25.

2.

Fuel contributed not more than 25.

3.

Smoke developed not more than 25.

B.

SUBMITTALS:

Samples: Three 12” square samples of each type of wall covering.

C-24 VINYL WALLCOVERINGS

Comply with requirements of FS CCC-W-408 and by manufacturer’s specification.

Medium Duty: Type II; not less than 13 oz/sq. yd.

C-25 ACCESS FLOORING (RAISED FLOORING)

A. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

Definition: Access flooring (also called raised flooring) is a complete portable assembly including a series of modular floor panels with an elevated supporting system (under structure) forming an accessible under-floor cavity to accommodate ducts, conduits, cables, piping and other services and to provide, where required, a plenum for air distribution. Refer to work order(s) for under floor clearance offsets, closures and accessories required.

B.

SYSTEM PERFORMANCES:

Structural Performance: Provide manufacturer’s standard access flooring system which, when installed, complies with the following minimum requirements for structural performance and by manufacturer’s specification:

1. Floor panels: Units, including those with cutouts, capable of supporting loads of type and magnitude indicated below:

a. Concentrate loads of following magnitude, applied to one square inch located anywhere on panel with a deflection under load and a permanent set not to exceed respectively 0.080” 1,000 lbs.

b.

Rolling loads of following magnitude, applied to panels through a wheel or caster of material and size indicated, with a surface deformation and permanent set not to exceed 0.020” after exposure to rolling load for number of passes indicated.

(1) 600 lbs. for general office environment and 1,000 lbs.

for computer room environment applied anywhere on panel through 6” diameter and 1-1/2” wide wheel made of hard neoprene.

(2) Exposure: 2,000 passes of rolling load indicated.

(3) Import Loads: Capable of withstanding an impact load of 125 lbs. when dropped from 12” onto a one-square inch located anywhere on panel, with an indentation not to exceed 0.060”.

(4) All raised floor tiles must match the existing floor tiles (color) 2.

Pedestals: Pedestal assemblies capable of withstanding the following types of loads per pedestal, without panels or other supports in place.

a. Bending moment of 1,000 inch pounds.

b.

Axial load of 5,000 lbs.

3.

Electrical Resistance of Systems: Provide manufacturer’s standard access flooring system, which when installed, has the following electrical resistance characteristics.

a. Static-Control Carpet Floor Covering Resistance: Not less than 500,000 ohms nor more than 20,000 megohms and 2 KV each at 20% relative humidity and 70oF measured across the surface of floor covering through panel to under structure by test method for conductive flooring specified in NFPA 56A.

b.

Static-Conductive Vinyl Floor Covering Resistance: Not less than 25,000 ohms nor more than 1,000,000 ohms, measured across surface of floor covering through panel to under structure, by test method for conducive flooring specified in NFPA 56A.

c.

Panel to Under structure Resistance: Not more than 10 ohms.

4.

Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s technical data and installation instruction for each type of access flooring required; include manufacturer’s maintenance instructions.

C.

PREPARATION:

Field Measurements: SEE SECTION C-5: MEASUREMENTS

D.

INSTALLATION:

Install floor system and accessories by manufacturer’s specification to ensure rigid, firm installation free of vibration, rocking, rattles, squeaks, and other unacceptable performance.

C-26 DEMOUNTABLE PARTITIONS

EXTENT OF WORK: Install Government-furnished demountable partition systems as described in task order or as shown on drawings.

C-27 PIPE, TUBE, AND FITTINGS

A. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

Types of pipes and pipe fittings specified in this section include the following:

1.

Steel pipes.

2.

Copper tube.

B.

QUALITY ASSURANCE:

Codes and Standards:

1. Welding: Quality welding procedures, welders and operations in accordance with ASME B31.9 as applicable, for shop and project site welding of piping work.

2.

Brazing: Certify brazing procedures, brazers, and operators in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX, for shop and job-site brazing of piping work.

C.

SUBMITTALS:

1. Where possible, store pipe and tube inside and protected from weather. Where necessary to store outside, elevate above grade and enclose with durable, weatherproof wrapping.

2.

Protect flanges and fittings from moisture and dirt by inside storage and enclosure, or by packaging with durable, waterproof wrapping.

C-28 PRODUCTS (PIPING MATERIAL)

A. GENERAL

1. Piping Materials: Provide pipe and tube of type, joint type, grade size and weight (wall thickness or class) indicated for each service.

2.

Pipe/Tube Fittings: Provide factory-fabricated fittings of type, materials, grade, class and pressure rating indicated for each service and pipe size, connection in each case.

B.

STEEL PIPES AND PIPE FITTINGS

1. Galvanized Steel Pipe: ASTM A 53 or A 120; except comply with

ASTM A 53 where close coiling or bending is required.

2.

Cast-Iron Threaded Drainage Fittings: ANSI B16.12.

C.

COPPER TUBE AND FITTINGS

1. Copper Tube: ASTM B 88; Type (Wall Thickness) as indicated for each service; hard-drawn temper, except as otherwise indicated.

Cast Copper Solder-Joint Fittings: ANSI B16.18.

3.

Wrought-Copper-Solder-Joint Fittings: ANSI B 16.22.

D.

MISCELLANEOUS PIPING MATERIALS/PRODUCTS:

Tin-Antimony Solder: ASTM B 32, Grade 95TA. 95-5 Solder.

C-29 EXECUTION (PIPE AND PIPE FITTINGS)

A. INSTALLATION:

Install pipes and pipe fittings in accordance with recognized industry practices which will achieve permanently-leak-proof piping systems, capable of performing each indicated service without piping failure. Install each run with minimum joints and couplings, but with adequate and accessible unions for disassembly and maintenance/replacement of valves and equipment. Reduce sizes (where indicated) by use of reducing fittings. Align piping accurately at connections, within l/16th” misalignment tolerance. All work to meet all necessary codes and/or regulations.

B.

PIPING SYSTEM JOINTS

Provide joints of type indicated in each piping system as per codes. All piping must meet ANSI/NFS 61 Standard.

C-30 BASIC WIRING AND METHODS

All electrical work shall adhere to the safety and wiring practices as put forth by the current years of the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. The purpose of the code is to protect persons and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity. The code covers the installation of electric conductors and equipment within or on public and private buildings or other structures.

C-30.1 CONDUIT AND FITTINGS: Art. 370/345/346/348/349

C-30.2 CONDUIT SUPPORTS: Art. 345/346/347/348

C-30.3 SURFACE METAL RACEWAYS: Art. 352

C-30.4 WIRES AND CABLE: Art. 310

Splices and terminations: Art. 110

Color Coding: Art. 210/310/215/384/230

C-30.5 OUTLET BOXES: Art. 370

C-30.6 JUNCTION BOXES: Art. 370

C-30.7 PULL BOXES: Art. 370

C-30.8 TOGGLE SWITCHES: Art. 380

C-30.9 RECEPTACLES: Art. 210/410/550

C-30.10 WALL PLATES: Art. 370

C-30.11 PANELBOARD: Art. 384

C-30.12 CABINETS: Art. 373

C-30.13 GROUNDING: Art. 250

C-30.14 POWER POLES: Art. 352

C-31 WORKING HOURS

Unless otherwise specified, all work shall be during normal working hours. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00am and 6:00pm except Federal holidays.

C-32 WORK OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS

If the Contractor desires to carry on work outside regular hours or on Saturdays, Sundays or Holidays, he shall submit an application to the COTR. The Contractor shall allow ample time to enable satisfactory arrangements to be made by the Government for inspecting the work in progress.

C-33 DAMAGED ITEMS

The contractor will handle and store all new materials and all temporarily removed materials carefully to prevent weather or other damage, breaking, denting and scoring. No damaged units or components will be accepted or approved by the Government and any existing materials or surfaces damaged during construction will be replaced at the contractor’s expense.

C-34 GOVERNMENT SUPPLIES AND FACILITIES

The contractor shall not use any Government ladders, carts, dollies, containers, compactors, trash receptacles or any other equipment in the performance of this contract.

Premise is supplied with water and electrical services which may be used in this work subject to regulations of the Government.

C-35 WARRANTY

The contractor shall warrant all work for a period of 1 year from the time of acceptance of the completed project. All equipment and parts will be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty that is standard for the industry. Response time for warranty work shall be within 24 hours.

C-36 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

The contractor shall provide the COTR with pertinent emergency telephone numbers, including telephone numbers of the sub-contractor(s), (if used), in order to summon assistance in case an emergency develops. At least one of the emergency telephone numbers shall be manned 24 hours per day. This information shall be provided in writing within 3 days of the contract award date.

SECTION D – PACKAGING AND MARKING

D-1 PAYMENT OF POSTAGE AND FEES

All postage and fees related to submitting information including forms, reports, etc., to the Contracting Officer, COTR, or other SSA officials, shall be paid by the Contractor.

D-2 MARKING

All information submitted to the Contracting Officer, COTR, or other SSA officials, shall clearly indicate the contract number of the contract for which the information is being submitted.

SECTION E – INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E-1 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

www.arnet.gov/far

SECTION F – DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F-1 52.252-2 –CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (Feb 1998) The following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) (48 CFR Chapter 1) contract clauses pertinent to this section are hereby incorporated by reference:

www.arnet.gov/far

F-2 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within one (1) calendar day after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 12 months after the date the Contractor received the notice to proceed. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

F-3 COMPLETION OF TASK ORDERS

The time for completion of individual task orders will be negotiated between the Government and the Contractor and will be specified in the delivery order.

F-4 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The work ordered under this contract may be performed in any Government-owned building or Government-leased space occupied by SSA in Woodlawn and downtown Baltimore, Maryland, including but not limited to the following buildings/facilities.

1. Social Security Administration, National Computer Center (NCC) Building, 6201 Security Boulevard (Woodlawn), Baltimore, Maryland 21235

Social Security Administration, Metro West Building, 300 N. Greene Street

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

3.

West High Rise, West Low Rise, Altmeyer Building, Operations Building, and Annex

Building are located at 6401 Security Boulevard (Woodlawn), Baltimore, MD 21235:

4.

Supply Building is located at 6301 Security Boulevard (Woodlawn), Baltimore, MD

21235.

5.

The East High Rise and the East Low Rise Buildings are located at 6325 Security

Boulevard (Woodlawn), Baltimore, MD 21235.

6.

The Security West Low Rise and the Security West Tower is located at 1500 Woodlawn Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21241.

F-5 SPECIAL DELIVERY INSTRUSTIONS FOR NCC

Before delivering any item to the Receiving Dock at the National…