Statement of Work.pdf

Greenhouse #2 Modernization Pasture Systems & Watershed Management Research Unit (PSWMRU)

532 Curtin Road, University Park PA 16802

STATEMENT OF WORK

April 20, 2026

1.0 SCOPE

The United State Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) proposes to renovate existing greenhouse space at the Pasture Systems & Watershed Management Research Unit (PSWMRU) in University Park, PA.

Prospective bidders shall submit a cost proposal to complete all tasks described in the attached Construction Drawings and Specifications. Show cost breakdown per building.

Dimensions described in this Statement of Work must be verified by the Contractor prior to submitting a proposal.

1.1 WORK

The contractor shall provide all labor, insurance, tools, material, equipment, and travel to complete the work listed. All work shall be completed by properly trained and licensed personnel or subcontractors in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications contained in this document. The contractor shall keep the work premises clean, free of accumulations of waste and rubbish, as well as construction material, to the extent possible and practical, during the period of performance and at the time of final inspection and acceptance.

The USDA, ARS, Pasture Systems & Watershed Management Research Unit (PSWMRU) consists of a 3-story brick building constructed in 1937, an attached headhouse/garage constructed in 1936 and two attached greenhouses also constructed in 1936. The main building and headhouse/garage recently completed full modernization efforts, with minimal work completed in greenhouse #2 to include minor electrical and fire alarm upgrades. Contractor shall submit a proposal per attached construction drawings and contract specifications. Improvements include but are not limited to: greenhouse glazing and door replacement, mechanical, plumbing and additional electrical and security upgrades.

2.0 SITE LOGISTICS AND SCHEDULING

The Contractor shall ensure the work does not negatively affect the operation of any research or security activities. The Contractor shall schedule the work with the Location Coordinator (LC) to avoid any impact to ongoing research activities. Onsite parking, staging and laydown areas are extremely limited and must be coordinated in advance with the LC.

2.1 PERMITS AND CODE COMPLIANCE

The contractor is responsible for obtaining all required City and State permits prior to construction. All construction shall conform to the International Building Code (IBC).

2.2 SUBMITTALS DISTRIBUTION AND FORMAT

Provide submittals for all materials and tests required by the Construction Specifications.

Follow the specified formats.

Submit to the Contracting Officer (CO), the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Architect-Engineer (A-E) and the Location Coordinator (LC) for review and approval.

Distribute product submittals as follows:

2.2.1 CO, COR, A-E, and LC: Submittals in pdf format via email.

532 Curtin Road, University Park PA 16802

2.2.2 Comments and approval of the submittals by the Government shall not be construed as releasing the Contractor from compliance with the specified requirements herein or any applicable Codes.

2.3 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The Period of Performance (PoP) of this work shall be two hundred ten (210) days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

3.0 LOCATION

All work will be at 532 Curtin Road, University Park PA 16802.

3.1 PHYSICAL SECURITY

The contractor shall be responsible for the safe delivery of all items. The contractor will repair or replace any item that is defective, does not meet specifications, or is damaged during transport.

3.2 DELIVERY COORDINATION

The Station does not have equipment or staff to handle material deliveries. Therefore, the Contractor, Transporter, and the Station will have to communicate clearly, and coordinate the date and time of the delivery.

3.3 No Government furnished property, equipment or services will be provided.

4.0 KEY PERSONNEL

Name Phone E-Mail Address Contracting Officer (CO) TBD TBD TBD

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

Trisha Vigil 240-200-5258

Trisha.Vigil@usda.gov

Administrative Officer (AO) James Beck 814-388-0462 James.Beck@usda.gov

Location Coordinator (LC)/Facility Operations Specialist

Scott Spear 814-863-1680 Scott.Spear@usda.gov

4.1 WORKING HOURS

Normal work hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays. All work shall be scheduled and approved in advance with the location coordinator.

4.2 INSPECTIONS

The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer that they are ready for a substantial completion inspection ten (10) days before the end of the contract period. The Contractor shall submit a written request to the Contracting Officer for a final inspection in writing at least seven (7) days prior to completion of the project.

mailto:Trisha.Vigil@usda.gov mailto:James.Beck@usda.gov mailto:Scott.Spear@usda.gov

532 Curtin Road, University Park PA 16802

4.3 SAFETY

PSWMRU is an OSHA compliant facility for all staff and Contractors working at the location. This compliance requires that all work is conducted in a safe manner, hazardous conditions are recognized and reported, and the Contractor is complying with local, state, federal and installation regulations, and laws. Contractor safety and security efforts must guarantee all work is alignment with USDA and OSHA regulations and requirements.

4.3.1 Contractor personnel must adhere to all location safety and security requirements when entering, exiting work areas and when working at the facility the requirement extends to obtaining any required permits.

4.3.2 Contractor shall coordinate site access with the LC, and:

1. Perform OSHA mandated safety training for all employees contracted to work at the location prior to the start of work.

2. Obtain and use USDA identification cards as required when present at the worksite.

3. Coordinate additional required measures with the LC.

4.4 SITE ENTRY

4.4.1 The foreman or superintendent must sign in all workers at the Location office daily and before work starts.

4.4.2 Government engineers and contracting personnel shall be allowed access to the site always. Others may visit the site with the permission of the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer shall be informed of all suspected unauthorized visitors.

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment 1: Drawings dated June 26, 2026 Attachment 2: Specifications dated June 26, 2026

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