Station Tawas SOW Fire Main piping and Valve 2026.docx

PR #: 30454PR260000054

STATEMENT OF WORK

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

Station Tawas Fire Main Rupture, USCG Station Tawas

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Background

At U.S. Coast Guard Station Tawas, Tawas, MI, a rupture has occurred in the underground fire main system along with the failure of an associated valve. The damaged components are located below grade and are suspected to have failed due to repeated valve cycling and/or frost related ground movement. The failure has compromised the integrity of the fire protection water supply and requires excavation, repair, and restoration to return the system to full operational capability.

1.2 Scope

Coast Guard Station Tawas, work shall include but not be limited to the following.

1. Mobilize personnel and equipment to the project site and coordinate work with facility representatives

2. Locate and mark the affected underground fire main and valve location prior to excavation.

3. Excavate the affected area to safely expose the ruptured section of the fire main and failed valve.

4. Dewater the excavation if necessary to maintain a safe and workable environment.

5. Remove the damaged section of fire main piping and the failed valve.

6. Furnish and install new fire main piping and replacement valve of equal or greater specification compatible with the existing system.

7. Install all necessary fittings, restraints, thrust blocks, or mechanical restraints as required to ensure proper system integrity.

8. Inspect surrounding piping for additional damage caused by frost movement or valve cycling.

9. Backfill the excavation with suitable material and compact in lifts to prevent future settlement.

10. Restore the surface area to match existing conditions (soil, gravel, pavement, or landscaping) to the best possible condition.

11. Conduct pressure testing and operational testing of the repaired fire main and valve to verify proper function and ensure no leaks are present.

After installation is complete, have a site inspection of all work.

Station Tawas will provide,

· site access

· access to nearby electrical outlets

· restrooms

· access to nearby water spigots

Station Tawas will NOT provide,

· Food, drinks or access to the dining facility

· Parking (parking is limited and space is not guaranteed)

· Tools or equipment

· Safety Equipment or Personal Protection Equipment

· Labor

1.3 OBJECTIVE

Replace Staton Tawas Fire Main piping and valve system.

1.4 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

1.4.1 Reference Documents

The following documents may be helpful to the Contractor in performing the work described in this document:

2.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

2.1 TASK ONE. Preparation

2.1.1 Stage equipment and supplies as needed

2.1.2 Remove all material from the site

2.2 TASK TWO. Dispose of old fire main piping and valve system.

2.2.1 All will be disposed of off-site

2.3 TASK THREE. Install fire main piping and valve system

2.3.1 Prepare area for installation of new fire main piping and valve system

2.4 TASK FOUR. Operation

2.4.1 Inspect proper operation

2.4.2 Provide a one-year warranty on labor and materials.

3.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

Contractor personnel will have the appropriate certifications for working on gutter system

3.1 QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

The Contractor must provide qualified personnel to perform all requirements specified in this SOW.

3.2 CONTINUITY OF SUPPORT

The Contractor must ensure that the contractually required level of support for this requirement is always maintained. The Contractor must ensure that all contract support personnel are present for all hours of the workday. If for any reason the Contractor staffing levels are not maintained due to vacation, leave, appointments, etc., and replacement personnel will not be provided, the Contractor must provide e-mail notification to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to employee absence. Otherwise, the Contractor must provide a fully qualified replacement.

3.6 EMPLOYEE CONDUCT

Contractor’s employees must comply with all applicable Government regulations, policies and procedures (e.g., fire, safety, sanitation, environmental protection, security, “off limits” areas, wearing of parts of DHS uniforms, and possession of weapons) when visiting or working at Government facilities. The Contractor must ensure Contractor employees always present a professional appearance and that their conduct must not reflect discredit on the United States or the Department of Homeland Security. The Project Manager must ensure Contractor employees understand and abide by Department of Homeland Security established rules, regulations and policies concerning safety and security.

3.7 REMOVING EMPLOYEES FOR MISCONDUCT OR SECURITY REASONS

The Government may, at its sole discretion (via the Contracting Officer*), direct the Contractor to remove any Contractor employee from DHS facilities for misconduct or security reasons. Removal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility to continue providing the services required under the contract. The Contracting Officer will provide the Contractor with a written explanation to support any request to remove an employee.

4.2 PERIOD of Performance

The period of performance for this contract must not exceed 14 calendar days from the date of the award.

4.3 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The primary place of performance will be the Contractor’s facilities with frequent visits to United States Coast Guard Station Tawas 600 Lighthouse Rd., East Tawas, MI 48730.

4.4 HOURS OF OPERATION

Contractor employees must generally perform all work between the hours of 0730 and 1400 EST, Monday through Friday (except Federal holidays). However, there may be occasions when Contractor employees must be required to work other than normal business hours, including weekends and holidays, to fulfill requirements under this SOW.

4.5 TRAVEL

Contractor travel shall not be required for this requirement.

4.9 PROGRESS REPORTS

The Project Manager must provide a weekly progress report to the Contracting Officer and COR via electronic mail. This report must include a summary of all Contractor work performed, including a breakdown of labor hours by labor category, all direct costs by line item, an assessment of technical progress, schedule status, any travel conducted and any Contractor concerns or recommendations for the previous reporting period.

4.10 PROGRESS MEETINGS

The Project Manager must be available to meet with the COR upon request to present deliverables, discuss progress, exchange information and resolve emergent technical problems and issues. These meetings take place via teleconference.

The Project Manager must be responsible for keeping the COR informed about Contractor progress throughout the performance period of this contract and ensure Contractor activities are aligned with DHS objectives. At a minimum, the Project Manager must review the status and results of Contractor performance with the COR on a weekly basis via teleconference.

5.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES

The Government will provide typical electricity via a standard 110/120v outlet for operating power tools and water via garden hose connection as needed in support of this contract.

6.0 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY

The Contractor must furnish all facilities, materials, equipment and services necessary to fulfill the requirements of this contract, except for the Government Furnished Resources specified in SOW 2.0 and SOW 5.0.

7.0 GOVERNMENT ACCEPTANCE PERIOD

The COR will review deliverables prior to acceptance and provide the contractor with an e-mail that provides documented reasons for non-acceptance. If the deliverable is acceptable, the COR will send an e-mail to the Contractor notifying it that the deliverable has been accepted.

7.1 The COR will have the right to reject or require correction of any deficiencies found in the deliverables that are contrary to the information contained in the Contractor’s accepted proposal. In the event of a rejected deliverable, the Contractor will be notified in writing by the COR of the specific reasons for rejection. The Contractor may have an opportunity to correct the rejected deliverable and return it per delivery instructions.

9.0 Site Representative

NOTE: Questions regarding the contract, or project should ONLY be directed towards the Contracting Officer.

Site visits can be coordinated through the site representative.

Petty Officer First Class Adam L. Nalewyko 600 Lighthouse Rd.

East Tawas, MI 48730 Office: 860-533-9409 Cell: 860-856-1881 E-mail: Adam.L.Nalewyko@uscg.mil

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