Stacker Electrical Service SOW.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

25PW052 – Install 400A Service to Room 003 B35

AT

Watervliet Arsenal Watervliet Arsenal, B35

Project #: 25PW052

PR#: 0093865077

Installation Management, Public Works Division Facilities Engineering (TAWV-IMP-F) 25June2025 Rev.0

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 Overview.

A. As part of the Watervliet Arsenal electrical infrastructure improvement, the below 480v service and supporting infrastructure have been identified as a necessary installation.

1. 400A service to 480v panel within room 003 from existing busway disconnect

2. Installation of supplied 480v delta to 120v/208v wye transformer

3. Furnish and Install of 120/208 panel in room 003

4. Furnish and Install approximately 70 feet of 12” cable tray

1.02 Scope.

A. This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the effort required to install a 400A service from existing busway disconnect, across room 005, to room 003 in Building 35. The contractor shall connect the 400A service to a new 400A panel via 500mcm THHN Cable installed in Rigid metal conduit. The contractor shall then install a WVA supplied 480 delta/ 120/208 wye transformer, to feed a new 120/208 panel within room 003. The contractor shall also install approximately 70 feet of 12” cable tray, supported of the southern wall of room 005.

1.03 Existing Conditions.

A. In the hallway north of room 005 there is an existing busway and an available 400A disconnect.

B. Room 005 has approximately 45ft ceiling that will require aerial lit access C. 45 kVA 480v- 120v/208v transformer to be supplied by WVA

1.04 General Requirements.

A. The contractor shall perform all work in strict conformance with Watervliet Arsenal Instructions for Contractors (WAIC). The contractor shall read and understand this document prior to submitting a proposal. The WAIC is publically available at: http://www.wva.army.mil/Documents/Contracting/WAIC.pdf B. The contractor shall supply all tools, materials, supplies, equipment, labor, temporary utilities and supervision necessary for the complete execution of the requirements within the contract documents and requirements of this SOW. All necessary storage shall be provided by the Contractor. The government is NOT responsible for providing temporary or secure storage of Contractor’s materials, tools or equipment.

C. The contractor shall, prior to submitting a proposal, review (i) all contract documents, and (ii) the project work site, and shall provide written notice to Contracting Specialist detailing any discrepancies that are found between the contract documents and the project work site.

D. The contractor shall notify the Contracting Specialist a minimum of two (2) business days before the contractor starts work. The contractor shall notify the COR a minimum of ten (10) business days the shut-down of a utility or building service is needed or before a required witness point. Any outage requiring an interruption to manufacturing needs WVA Operations pre-approval prior to execution & may require adjustment of Contractor’s planned schedule. Operations interruptions may require up to sixty (60) days of schedule adjustment and should therefore be identified as early as possible.

E. Planned electrical outages will require the contractor to provide temporary external power to all life safety and fire alarm/control circuitry that will be impacted. Proposed plans for providing the temporary power must be communicated and approved through impacted parties.

F. The contactor shall clean all work areas, at the end of each work day, to remove all tools, equipment, debris, materials, and all waste from the work site.

G. The Contractor shall supply all safety barriers, cones, tape, signage, fencing, etc. to secure the work area. A Contractor’s representative shall ensure all safety equipment is replaced & secure from the elements, and verify that the COR or COR’s representative is satisfied with the placement prior to leaving the site at the end of each work day.

1.05 Contractor Qualifications.

A. The Contractor shall possess the experience to install all the work described in this scope in strict accordance with the codes sited in section 1.15. The contractor shall provide or hire an engineer to provide a PE stamp showing that the electrical equipment adequately and safely supported.

1.06 Project Schedule.

A. Upon award, the contractor shall create a project schedule and submit for Government review and approval. The project schedule shall detail the phases of work and the overall timeline for the execution of the work. The Contractor shall include equipment ex-factory dates, delivery dates, requested outages, appropriate milestones, etc., and shall clearly detail any requirements for witness points and work performed outside of regular WVA hours of operation.

B. The Contractor shall create a project schedule and submit for Government review and approval. The project schedule shall detail the phases of work and the overall timeline for the execution of the work. The contractor shall include site delivery dates, appropriate milestones, and shall clearly detail any requirements for work performed outside of regular hours of operation.

C. The project schedule shall include dates for all document deliverables, (catalog sheets, test reports, O&M manuals, customer drawings, etc.) and comply with the requirements of Appendix A – Consolidated List of Submittals.

D. The Contractor shall sequence his equipment design, procurement, fabrication, inspection, testing, preparation and shipment to meet the requirements of this specification and the overall completion date of the conformed contract.

E. A typical schedule shall be included with Contractor’s initial bid. A preliminary project specific schedule shall be submitted for approval within 7 days of contract signing. Contractor will NOT be granted a Notice to Proceed (NTP) without an approved schedule.

1.07 On-Site Permits.

A. Excavation (Dig Permit):

1. The clearance of buried utilities will be performed by the Government in advance of the Contractor performing subsurface work, unless otherwise explicitly stated.

2. The Contractor shall obtain a copy of the completed Utility Clearance Permit (WVA Form 420-2-E) from the COR prior to performing subsurface work.

B. Hot Work and Confined Space:

1. Obtain permit for welding, burning, use of flame, or entry into confined space from WVA Fire Department by calling (518)266-5990 each day the permit is to be used. Contractor shall also notify WVA Fire Department when the work is discontinued or finished each day.

2. The contractor is responsible for having a correctly sized fire extinguisher, 20lb minimum and up to date on inspections, on hand during the performance of their work.

C. Contractor is responsible to verify existing utility locations as indicated on contract drawings, within area of work & maintaining any necessary marking(s) after the initial clearance permit is received. Damage caused by not maintaining markings shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

1.08 Safety Requirements.

A. General.

1. The contractor shall be responsible for complying with all DOD, Army, Federal, and State health and safety requirements which are applicable to this project, and shall use all means and precautions available to ensure the safety of the occupants and protection to the existing buildings and structures.

B. Contractor Safety Plan.

1. The contractor shall submit a safety plan which is specific to the work activity being performed under the scope of this project for Government review and approval.

C. Hazardous Materials.

1. The contractor shall inspect the project work site prior to starting work, and shall request a copy of the asbestos inspection records to verify the location and description of known asbestos-containing materials. The contractor shall sign the “Asbestos Notification Acknowledgement Record” and submit this form to the Project COR prior to starting project work.

2. If any asbestos-containing materials or other environmental hazards (ex. Oil filled cable or PCB materials) are unexpectedly discovered or encountered in the work area during construction, work will immediately be stopped & the Project COR will be immediately notified. Work will not continue until the COR can make an abatement determination & notifies the contractor in writing that work can be resumed.

3. Contractors are responsible for creating a Hazard Assessment and Signage Program (HASP) that will be coordinated with the environmental safety office for approval. Contractor’s HASP shall include provisions for soil & ground water testing and removal. Contractor shall not mobilize without a government approved HASP.

D. Lockout/Tagout Procedures.

1. The contractor is required to provide the proper control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147. All lockout/tagouts shall be coordinated with the WVA maintenance shop & the project COR.

2. The project COR shall be notified and approve all proposed lockout/tagouts prior to the contractor or sub-contractor commencing associated work.

3. The project COR shall be notified immediately prior to clearing any lockout/tagouts.

4. The Contractor shall sign and submit a “Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Notification Acknowledgement Record” prior to working on or de-energizing any electrical equipment.

E. PPE Requirements.

1. The contractor shall provide & comply with all OSHA specified equipment and gear that is required when working with medium (13.2 kV) and low (480V) voltage sources.

F. Contractor Safety Plan.

1. The contractor shall submit a safety plan which is specific to the work activity being performed under the scope of this project for Government review and approval.

1.09 Hours of Operation.

A. Normal duty hours are 7:00 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, and 7:00 AM through 3:00 PM on select Fridays (the arsenal is closed every-other Friday). Federal holidays are non-work days. If a federal holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the preceding Friday or following Monday is a work holiday.

B. No work shall be conducted without pre-approval & coordination through the CONTRACTING OFFICER’s REPRESENTATIVE (COR). The Contractor and sub-contractor’s personnel shall notify the COR upon arrival at or exit from the Arsenal on a daily basis. If the Contractor’s personnel are working on-site in multiple locations, the COR shall be notified when workers are re-locating between sites. Any unscheduled/non-coordinated visits may be turned away at the Contractor’s expense & the government shall not be liable for impact to the Contractor’s overall project schedule.

1.010 Period of Performance.

A. The contractor shall be required to (i) commence work under this contract within 7 calendar days after the date the contractor receives notice to proceed, (ii) prosecute the work diligently, and (iii) complete the entire work ready for use not later than [180] calendar days after notice to proceed was given. The time stated for completion shall include any required fill & resurfacing of excavated duct banks and final cleanup of the premises.

1.011 Equipment Identification.

A. The contractor shall create and affix a label to all large equipment, dumpsters, and other mobilized property, which is weather-resistant (laminated, or within a see-thru label hanger), securely affixed to the equipment or visible through a window, and which clearly displays the General Contractor’s:

1. Company name

2. POC name (first, last)

3. POC phone number

4. Project Number (see title page of SOW)

1.012 Waste Dumpster (if applicable).

A. The contractor shall place any waste dumpsters in a manner that does not interfere with thru-traffic.

B. Waste dumpsters shall be placed with a minimum of 33’ clearance from any building. The final location shall be coordinated with, and approved by the COR before any dumpsters are mobilized.

C. The contractor shall cover all waste dumpsters when not in use, and before the end of each work shift. The cover shall be weather-tight.

D. The Contractor shall be required to retain and submit copies of all Bills of Lading and Weight Slips associated with the disposal of construction and demolition C&D) debris

1.013 Project Drawings.

A. The Contractor shall complete the Items of Work in accordance with the following associated Project Drawing(s), attached to this SOW.

1. B35-B_rev_2022-01-20.pdf

B. The Project Drawings do not indicate each component, device, fastener, fixture, or similar incidental item necessary for the performance of the work. The Contractor shall provide, furnish, and install all necessary and appropriate components, devices, fasteners, fixtures, or similar incidental items as necessary and required to provide complete, operable, and functional system to suit the intended purpose.

C. Project Drawings are illustrative in nature. Dimensions listed in this document or on any included drawings are approximate point-to-point distances with no allowance for cable terminations, splicing, or racking of cable(s). The contractor is required to review the project site, and obtain and/or verify all measurements and project data/information required to perform this project work. In addition, the contractor is required to review all contract documents, and provide written notice to Contracting Officer of any discrepancies that are found

1.014 Project Specifications.

A. The Contractor shall complete the Items of Work in accordance with the following associated Government Project Specification(s), attached to this SOW;

DIVISION 02 – Existing conditions

1. 02 41 00 DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 – Concrete

2. 03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 26 – Electrical

3. 26 00 00.00 20 BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

4. 26 05 00.00 40 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

5. 26 05 13.00 40 MEDIUM-VOLTAGE CABLES

6. 26 05 19.10 10 INSULATED WIRE AND CABLE

7. 26 05 71.00 40 LV OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICES

8. 26 08 00 APPARATUS INSPECTION AND TESTING

9. 26 11 16 SECONDARY UNIT SUBSTATIONS

10. 26 24 16.00 40 PANELBOARDS

11. 26 28 01.00 10 COORDINATED POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

12. 31 23 00.00 20 EXCAVATION AND FILL

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

13. 33 71 02 UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION.

1.015 Applicable Codes & References.

A. The following codes & standards are applicable to this Statement of Work (SOW) and are part thereof;

1. NEMA WC 70 – Power Cable Rated 2000V or Less

2. NEMA WC 74 – 5-46kV Shielded Power Cable for Use in the Transmission & Distribution of Electrical Energy

3. NEMA 250 – Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000V max)

4. NETA ATS – Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power Equipment & Systems

5. NFPA 70 – National Electric Code (NEC)

6. ANSI C12.1 – Electric Meters Code for Electric Metering

7. ANSI C37.50 – Switchgear-LV AC Power Circuit Breakers Used in Enclosures-Test Procedures

8. IEEE 80 – Guide for Safety in AC Substation Grounding

9. IEEE 81 – Guide for Measuring Earth Resistivity, Ground Impedance & Earth Surface Potentials of a Grounding System.

10. IEEE C2 - National Electric Safety Code

11. IEEE C37.13 – Standard for LV AC Power Circuit Breakers Used in Enclosures

12. IEEE C37.20.3 – Standard for Metal Enclosed Interrupter Switchgear

13. IEEE C37.23 – Standard for Metal Enclosed Bus

14. IEEE C37.90 – Standard for Relays & Relay Systems Associated w-Electrical Power Apparatus

15. IEEE C37.90.1 – Standard for Surge Withstand Capability Tests for Relays & Relay Systems associated with Electric Power Apparatus

16. IEEE C37.121 – Standard for Switchgear-Unit Substations-Requirements

17. IEEE C57.12.01 – Requirements for Dry-Type Distribution Transformers

18. IEEE C57.12.91 – Std Test Code for Dry-Type Distribution Transformers

19. IEEE C57.13 – Requirements for Instrument Transformers

20. UL 467 – UL Standard for Safety Grounding and Bonding Equipment

21. UL 1072 – MV Power Cables

22. ACI 318-Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete B. The following WVA references are applicable to this Statement of Work (SOW) and are part thereof;

1. Watervliet Arsenal Instructions for Contractors (WAIC)

2. AMC Environmental Requirements Supplement

1.016 Submittals.

A. The contractor shall include a list of exceptions/clarifications with his bid proposal. This list shall be itemized by contract clause/paragraph and clearly identify each item the contractor takes exception to or wishes to expand upon. Vendor catalog information sheets shall be provided for major equipment supplied. To include, but not limited to, switchgear, cable, panels, LV transformers, conduits, pullboxes, hangars, trays & fuses.

B. The contractor shall e-mail all submittals to the Contracting Specialist for review and approval. All submittals require government approval unless otherwise explicitly stated.

C. Contractor shall provide professionally engineered drawings showing all equipment provided by the contractor & how it is connected to the customer’s overall system. All information shall be unique, with layouts, schematics and panel schedules showing each piece of equipment supplied (i.e. no typicals or abbreviated shop prints) D. The contractor shall provide structural engineering drawings stamped by a NY-licensed PE certifying that the building structure can support the equipment being installed. The equipment itself and method of attachment should be shown and approved within the drawings.

E. The contractor shall reference APPENDIX A “Consolidated List of Submittals” for a complete list of required submittals. Submittals required after Notice to Proceed (NTP) shall be identified & listed in Contractor’s overall project schedule.

F. Electrical drawings shall represent the internal wiring/configuration of the transformer and its connections from the MV switches as well as to LV gear. This shall also include the buss design/layout, to denote breaker size, conductor(s) size and quantity, and whether or not the space is prepared or has meters installed.

G. At a minimum, the contractor shall supply design drawings showing the following information;

1. Oneline Diagram of overall system. Contractor’s drawing shall show all equipment supplied with clearly identified interface points and terminations to customer’s equipment, (not sub-assembly manufacturing prints).

2. General Arrangement/Plan View drawing showing the work area layout, equipment locations, buses, panels, conduit routes, and overall dimensions of major parts and components. To include weights, center of gravity, dimensional references to existing structures and conduit and lift configuration(s) for major equipment which is not man-portable. Arrangement drawing shall represent As-installed condition when viewing the equipment (not sub-assembly manufacturing prints), including customer equipment.

3. Elevation View drawing showing enclosure and wall penetrations, flanges, major component front panel configuration, HVACs, vents, doors, etc. Elevation drawing shall represent As-installed condition when viewing the equipment (not sub-assembly manufacturing prints), including customer equipment.

4. Sub-assembly frame and anchor detail(s). Including pad connections, busways, panels, conduit supports and hangers.

5. Nameplates and equipment ratings

6. Bill of Materials

7. Three-line diagram showing all three phase terminations & harness connections

8. Panel Schedules (may be included with 3-line diagram)

9. Suggested Spare Parts (1yr) to include origin manufacturer’s name & part number

10. Installation Operation & Maintenance Manuals (O&M).

11. Material Specification Data Sheets (MSDS) for all materials used in construction of equipment and deemed hazardous by OSHA.

H. The above listed documents shall be initially submitted to the government “For Approval”. The CONTRACTING OFFICER’s REPRESENTATIVE (COR) shall then review the documents only for general conformance to the specifications and will provide written comments to the Contractor electronically. The Contractor remains responsible to ensure compliance with code and this specification, regardless of Purchaser’s comments.

I. Approved submittals shall only allow the contractor to proceed with the manufacture & installation and shall not be construed to mean that the contractor has satisfied all requirements of these specifications.

J. It is the contractor’s responsibility to be aware of all applicable codes & standards. Any rework resulting from contractor’s non-compliance with applicable codes or standards shall be at the Contractor’s expense.

K. All design drawing and product approvals shall be obtained from the COR prior to any materials being purchased, manufactured, or installed. Proceeding without prior approvals will be at the Contractor’s own risk. Any government comments not incorporated, addressed or resolved to the government's satisfaction which result in drawing, hardware or site rework will then be done so at the Contractor's expense.

L. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to ensure all submittals are issued in a timely fashion and that comments and approvals are received from the COR in time to comply with the Contractor’s planned manufacturing & installation schedules. In general, the Contractor should plan for two (2) weeks turn-around on drawing and document approvals. Any delayed submittal reviews/approvals which may impact the overall project schedule shall be identified to the KO & COR immediately (in writing). Any subsequent relief from the contract schedule/period of performance can only be granted by the CONTRACTING OFFICER (KO), and must be requested & received in writing.

M. Where a variation/deviation from the Contract Documents exists, the contractor’s submittal clearly identify to the government any proposed changes. The associated submittal shall include a cover letter providing a list of each variation that the submittal may have from the requirements of the contract documents. In addition the Contractor shall provide specific notation on each shop drawing, sample, catalog cut, data sheet, installation manual, etc. submitted for review and approval, of each such variation. Any variation/deviation shall be resolved with the COR prior to proceeding with equipment manufacture or installation.

N. COR comments do not represent authorization to proceed on any item which has commercial implications to the contract. Contractor shall notify the CONTRACTING OFFICER (KO) with copy to COR to resolve any open commercial issues prior to release for manufacture. Release to manufacture without KO’s written approval or in place Change Order shall be at the Contractor’s own risk.

O. After receipt of COR “Approved” drawings and resolution of any comments and deviations, all submittal documents shall be re-issued to the government as certified “Final”. All Contractor documents furnished as “Final” shall accurately reflect the equipment information in “As-Shipped” condition.

P. Final drawings shall be submitted within one week after equipment release for delivery, but not later than 14 days prior to equipment installation, (whichever comes first).

Q. If further field modifications are required during installation of Contractor’s equipment, Contractor will provide updated “As-Installed” drawing revisions NLT 14 days after installation is complete.

R. Contractor shall supply all Bills of Lading, Dump Slips for C&D Debris and Recycled Materials to the Environmental Office.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 General.

A. Products listed below shall be provided. Any proposed substitutions shall be specifically identified and submitted with Contractor's initial bid proposal, and shall include the manufacturer's description and catalog data sheets for evaluation by the government. The government shall approve all requested substitutions in writing. Under no circumstances shall the contractor assume approval without written consent.

B. All work shall be in strict accordance with product manufacturer’s instructions and specifications, including but not limited to manufacturer guidance for storage, staging, application, installation, and disposal of the product.

C. Unless otherwise stated, all materials for this project shall be new. All products shall not contain any asbestos, mercury, chromium/lead paint, Class I Freon, and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB), and shall state such on the manufacturer’s original packaging.

D. All construction materials shall meet the applicable requirements of the DoD Green Procurement Program, specifically recycled content products, environmentally preferable products and services, biobased products, energy-and water-efficient products, alternate fuel vehicles and alternative fuels, products using renewable energy, and alternatives to hazardous or toxic chemicals as found at <http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/cpic/cp/docs/USA001967-08-DPAP.pdf>.

2.02 Products.

A. 480V AC Cable:

1. 600V, XHHW-2, 90C, 1/C, Copper, (AC Power Cable)

2. The minimum thickness of the jackets must be not less than 80 percent of the respective nominal thicknesses specified below.

3. Full colored insulation (Br/Or/Y/Gr) B. Square D QO Style 200A 120v/208v panelboard

PART 3 EXECUTION - ITEMS OF WORK

3.01 General.

A. The Contractor shall complete the following Work Tasks in accordance with the project drawings, government specifications and local WVA specifications attached herein for performance of the Work. The project drawings and specifications do not indicate each component, item, fastener, or similar incidental item necessary for the performance of the Work. The Contractor shall provide, furnish, and install all necessary and appropriate components, items, fasteners, or similar incidental items as necessary and required to provide a complete and useable electrical substation that meets the criteria and intent outlined in this Statement of Work.

B. Contractor shall adhere to all of the specifications listed in section 1.14 & 1.15 of this Statement of Work.

C. Contractor is responsible for verifying utility locations within work area. Contractor shall submit work permit via WVA COR to initially mark expected utilities along intended construction path. Thereafter, contractor is responsible for maintaining all markings throughout construction. If Contractor further requires utility to be confirmed by sounding equipment, then Contractor shall provide any necessary personnel or tools to do so. All sounding equipment shall be verified as calibrated prior to use.

D. Make cable entry/exit adjustments (new cable, conduit, raceways, etc.) as required to reconnect cables.

E. Label, megger & test all power terminations. Test equipment and all associated metering & protections.

F. Contractor shall provide start-up and commissioning of new products following all manufacturer’s installation recommendations & utilizing factory trained technicians.

G. Contractor shall perform short-circuit and selective coordination study to determine appropriate relay and breaker settings for the installed power zone center prior to re-energizing.

H. The following Work Tasks shall further clarify and constrain the project drawings and specifications.

I. All installed equipment containing or requiring the use of VFD’s must include a harmonic filter.

J. All major structural changes to building or equipment overhead anchoring and supports must have a licensed engineer PE approved drawing. This includes the structural support of multiple conduits overhead. Drawings, designs and calculations must include safety factors for snow, wind, building vibrations and other external conditions.

3.02 Commissioning & Tests

A. The contractor shall verify all electrical connections are made securely and correctly.

B. Contractor shall provide start-up and commissioning of new products.

C. The contractor shall mechanically & electrically set up and test the entire system once reenergized, verifying all connections are correct, over-limits are set and no faults exist.

D. Testing shall include but not be limited to all cabinets, doors, latches, displays, switches, breakers, relays, indicators, and meters. Testing shall comply with all code & manufacturer requirements.

E. Once complete, the contractor shall restore power to each load, while also verifying switchgear operation is correct.

F. Contractor shall ensure that COR or COR’s representative are present to witness final electrical testing & reconnecting of all loads.

PART 4 CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

4.01 Construction and Demolition Debris

A. The Contractor shall submit daily copies of all Bills of Landing and Weight Slips associated with the disposal of construction and demolition (C&D) debris and/or recycled materials, under this scope of work. Submit documentation per Appendix-A, “Consolidated List of Submittals”.

4.02 Cleanup of Work Site.

A. The contactor shall clean all work areas and remove all tools, equipment, debris, materials, and all waste from the premises.

B. The contractor shall remove all debris from any remote holding locations, to include any excavation and concrete equipment chute cleanout debris.

C. The contractor shall remove their equipment from Watervliet Arsenal premises within five (5) working days after completion of project work.

4.03 Final Repairs and Restoration to Work Site.

A. The contractor is responsible to restore any surfaces affected by construction to their original condition. This shall include repair of any building surfaces, walkways, road surfaces, equipment or miscellaneous items which were damaged during the execution of this SOW. Items that cannot be repaired to restore original function or aesthetics shall be replaced in kind by the Contractor at no additional charge to the Government.

B. Grass, trees, and other vegetation affected by project work shall be restored to same or better condition as existed prior to the start of project work. The Contractor shall prepare the affected areas to eliminate uneven areas and low spots. Remove foreign materials, weeds, and damaged soil. The Contractor shall scratch the area to a depth of three (3) inches where topsoil is to be placed. Spread topsoil to a uniform, compacted depth of less than five (5) inches over areas to be reseeded. Rake until smooth. The Contractor shall seed, fertilize, and water the area to establish grass.

4.04 Witness Points.

A. Contractor will interrupt installation/construction to allow for the following COR witness points and inspections as part of these close out requirements;

1. Utility Tagouts

2. Concrete testing (each delivery)

3. Concrete pours (each delivery)

4. Transformer Delivery (off site)

5. MV Switchgear Delivery (off site)

6. LV Switchgear Delivery (off site)

7. Cable splice inspections (all)

8. Cable Termination Inspection (prior to closing switchgear)

9. Power cable labelling & marking (prior to closing switchgear)

10. Relay Testing (all)

11. Meter Testing (all)

12. Backup Generator Testing B. Witness points shall be clearly identified in the contractor’s master project schedule. All witness points shall be inspected prior to final closing, sealing, or buttoning-up of associated trenches, manholes or equipment.

C. Contractor shall coordinate with & obtain pre-approval for all witness points from the COR. Contractor shall provide a minimum of 72hrs prior confirmation and notice (3x business days).

D. All witness points shall be completed prior to removing tagouts & re-energizing.

4.05 As-Built Drawings.

A. After construction/installation is complete, Contractor shall re-issue a complete set of drawings reflecting the ‘As-Installed’ vs manufactured condition of all equipment.

B. The Contactor shall provide professional ‘As-Built’ drawings detailing updated layout & installation information for the area of construction. Update shall include ‘new’ products and materials provided in Contractor’s scope, as well as existing products materials left in place in order to provide a complete picture of the overall layout, equipment supplied, its terminal points to Buyer’s equipment and how contractor connections are routed back to the supplying substation and distribution loop section switches.

C. Revised drawing information shall include but not be limited to the following;

1. OneLine Diagram

2. 3-Line Diagram (including distribution panels and control wiring)

3. Overall substation layout (including ground grid & fenced area)

4. Substation section switch locations & connections

5. E-House layout (Plan & Elevation)

6. Composite switchgear lineup

7. Anchor details

8. Steps and walkways

9. Door swings

10. Removable cover details

11. Remote panel layout D. Drawings shall be provided in both CAD & PDF format.

4.06 Operation and Maintenance Manuals.

A. At the conclusion of the project, the contractor shall provide [3] hard copies & one (1) soft copy (PDF) of full Installation Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, including any associated programming software to the COR. Soft copies shall be supplied via Compact Disk (CD). O&M manuals will be submitted for approval prior to issuing as hard copies.

4.07 Punchlist.

A. Final 10% of entire contract will be held back pending COR approval of all witness points, commissioning, punchlist completion and receipt of "As-built" drawings, CAD files & Maintenance manuals. These document deliverables shall reflect the actual As-installed configuration of equipment, to include all modifications made during construction and installation.

B. Above 10% retainage shall be reflected in Contractor’s invoicing as a separate line item.

4.08 Warranty.

A. The contractor shall provide a one (1) year warranty on all parts, labor and installed items pertaining to the substation operation.

B. Warranty period shall begin upon completion & closeout of the entire project.

PART 5 APPENDICES

A. Consolidated List of Submittals B. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) C. AMC Environmental Requirements

APPENDIX A: Consolidated List of Submittals

APPENDIX B: Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

PURPOSE

This Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) will be used as a guide to Government Quality Assurance Personnel (QAP). It provides a systematic method to evaluate the services the contractor is required to furnish.

See separate attachment for details on how Contractor’s performance shall be evaluated.

APPENDIX C: AMC Environmental Requirements Suppliment

1. Compliance with Environmental Laws and Regulations: Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, statutes, regulations, executive orders, permits, Army regulations (with supplements), as well as Major Subordinate Command (MSC) and installation regulation, policy, Host Tenant Agreement, Interagency Service Support Agreement, or Status-of-Forces Agreement. Contractor shall immediately report any conflicts between applicable federal, state, local environmental laws, statutes, executive orders, and provisions of Army Regulation 200-1, and any specifications within this contract to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

2. Compliance with Green Procurement Requirements: Contractor shall follow Federal EPA Comprehensive Procurement guidelines (www.epa.gov/cpg) and Army Contracting Command Quick Guide (https://acc.aep.army.mil/accapps/ACCMAP/Documents/Quick-Guide-for-Sustainable-Procurement.docx) for acquisition of building materials and products and select materials that have a long life cycle; the least toxic materials; recyclable materials; materials that are resource-efficient; materials with the maximum recycled content; materials harvested on a sustained yield basis; and products causing the least pollution during their manufacture, use, and reuse.

3. Compliance with License and Certification Requirements: Contractor shall obtain all license and certification required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations necessary to adhere to the specifications of this contract. The Contractor shall submit all plans, notifications, reports, submittal documents, and fees required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations to the appropriate Federal, State, and Local authority and/or agency as necessary to adhere to the specification of this contract. All required licenses and certifications required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and/or regulations shall be considered a contract deliverable upon award.

4. Notification of Federal and State Regulators: Contractor shall immediately notify the Designated Government Representative (DGR) and COR of the arrival on site of any Federal, State, and/or DoD environmental regulator or enforcement agent and/or the receipt of any correspondence from a Federal or State environmental agency.

5. Inspections of Work Sites: Contractor shall submit to potential Federal, State, Army and installation work site environmental regulatory inspections and/or investigations into noncompliance, and fully cooperate with such inspections/investigations by providing the appropriate records and documentation. Environmental regulatory agencies are authorized by law to inspect any work site for environmental compliance with regulatory requirements. If an inspection is conducted, it will not stop or disrupt ongoing contract activities. The inspection will only require the work site environmental officer, or supervisor/manager to answer questions and/or escort the inspector to specific work site areas with the potential to affect environmental quality.

6. Reporting Noncompliance: Contractor shall immediately report any nonconformance and/or noncompliance with applicable Federal, State or Local environmental laws, Army and installation environmental regulations or policies to the COR and DGR.

7. Verification of National Environmental Policy Act Documents: Contractor shall obtain from the COR or DGR, a copy of AMC's National Environmental Policy Act Policy and 32 CFR 651 which addresses actions to be taken by contractor. These documents include but is not limited to the analysis-associated decision document of an Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision; Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact or Notice to Proceed; or Record of Environmental Consideration on the proposed contract actions prior to commencement of such actions.

8. Conformance with Environmental Management System: Contractor shall take the necessary actions to identify, monitor, and control those contract operations and activities that pose risk of contamination, or can negatively impact the natural and/or human environment.

9. Assignment of Environmental Compliance Designee (ECD): Contractor shall appoint an ECD for all contract work periods exceeding 180 consecutive days. Contractor shall appoint a primary and alternate ECD for each production, shop or work area that uses and/or stores hazardous materials and/or generates hazardous wastes. Contractor ECDs shall monitor implementation of all environmental regulatory requirements, report all environmental noncompliance to the work site supervisor, correct all environmental noncompliance, and verify implementation of directed actions to correct identified environmental noncompliance. Contractor shall have at least one ECD on duty at all times at each shop or work area. Contractor shall require all personnel designated as ECDs to complete the initial ECD training through the installation or Major Subordinate Command (MSC) environmental compliance point of contact within 15 days of the start of contract performance. Contractor personnel appointed as ECDs may perform other duties provided they do not prevent the performance of ECD duties. Contractors may request a waiver of this requirement through the COR and DGR, if using and/or storing very small quantities of hazardous materials.

10. Competency Training for Contractor Personnel: Contractor shall not allow personnel to perform any activities and/or tasks on AMC installations without proper and adequate qualifications or job competency training. In the event of any identified noncompliance, the Contractor shall, if requested, provide proof of contract personnel training or qualification (individual name, training/qualification type, training/qualification certificate, and date of training/qualification) to perform those contract activities associated with the identified noncompliance.

11. Generation of Solid Waste: Contractor shall remove from the installation and dispose of all solid waste generated, which cannot be recycled to an approved and permitted off-post disposal facility.

11.1. Contractor shall make every effort to divert construction, demolition debris, and all other solid waste to comply with the Army Integrated Solid Waste Management Policy.

11.2. The Contractor shall establish a program to promote cost-effective waste reduction in all operations and facilities covered by the contract. This includes collection, separation, and processing products or other materials recovered from solid waste streams for use in the form of raw materials.

11.3. The Contractor shall make maximum effort to reduce and prevent waste.

13. Use of Hazardous Materials: Contractor shall assign all hazardous materials management responsibilities to the appointed ECD. Contractor shall contact the DGR or COR to obtain technical assistance from Environmental Office for assisting the ECD with achieving and maintaining compliance with hazardous material storage, issue, use, and disposal requirements. Contractor shall submit to the COR and/or DGR a hazardous material inventory. The hazardous material inventory will be submitted 30 days prior to commencement of work for contracts that exceed 180 consecutive days. The inventory list will contain the hazardous material type and maximum quantities of materials anticipated to be stored on-site. The hazardous material shall be properly identified and include any applicable identification number, such as National Stock Number or Special Item Number. The Contractor shall maintain copies of Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous materials used and stored on-site during performance of the contract. Contractor shall not supply or deliver any hazardous materials or chemicals to an installation that are listed on EPA toxic chemical list without prior written approval from DGR and/or COR.

18. Prevention of Spills: Contractor shall adopt the installation's Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan (SPCC) if transporting, processing, storing, or in any way managing hazardous waste, hazardous material, petroleum-oils-lubricants, or other restricted items. In case of a spill, the person in control of the spill site or their designated representative shall take appropriate action to protect workers and bystanders; contain the spill (if it can be done safely); secure the spill site; restrict ignition sources; and immediately contact the installation Fire and Emergency Services (Fire Department).

19. Protection of Sensitive Areas: Contractor shall comply with all installation designated sensitive and/or off-limit area restrictions. Sensitive areas are generally demarked indicating what activities (e.g., driving, digging, foot traffic) are prohibited. The Contractor shall also adhere to the following installation sensitive areas requirements:

19.1. Cultural Resources Sites: Do not excavate, remove, damage, or otherwise deface any archeological resource located on public lands.

20. Corrective Action for Noncompliance: Contractor shall when given a verbal and/or written notice of environmental noncompliance or nonconformance by the COR, take immediate corrective action. Failure or refusal to comply promptly may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to invoke the appropriate contractual remedies. This may cause all or part of the work to be stopped immediately until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.

21. Noise: Make the maximum use of low-noise emission products, as certified by the EPA. Blasting or use of explosives will not be permitted without written permission from the Contracting Officer, and then only during the designated times. Pile-driving operations shall be coordinated through the DGR and COR.

22. Mercury: Mercury is prohibited, unless specified otherwise, and with the exception of mercury vapor lamps and fluorescent lamps. Dumping of mercury-containing materials and devices such as mercury vapor lamps, fluorescent lamps, and mercury switches, in rubbish containers is prohibited. Remove without breaking, pack to prevent breakage, and transport out of the activity in an unbroken condition for disposal as directed. Immediately report to the DGR and COR instances of breakage or mercury spillage. Clean mercury spill area to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. Cleanup of a mercury spill shall not be recycled and shall be managed as a hazardous waste for disposal.

23. Universal Waste / e-Waste Management: Universal waste including but not limited to some mercury containing building products such florescent lamps, mercury vapor lamps, high pressure sodium lamps, CRTs, batteries, aerosol paint containers, electrical equipment containing PCBs, and consumed electronic devices, shall be managed in accordance with applicable environmental law and installation instructions.

24. Pollution Prevention / Hazardous Waste Minimization: Minimize the use of hazardous materials and the generation of hazardous waste. Consult with the Environmental Office for suggestions and to obtain a copy of the installation's pollution prevention/hazardous waste minimization plan for supporting waste minimization goals.