Statment of Work Remove and Replace Existing Generator and Transfer Switch with New.docx

Statement of Work USDA, Agricultural Research Service

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

Remove and Replace Existing Generator & Transfer Switch with New

Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC) 2890 HWY 130 East Stuttgart, AR 72160

Prepared by Everett Wilson June 27, 2024 Scope of Work The Contractor shall provide all material, equipment and labor necessary to remove the existing emergency generator and transfer switch from their current locations and then install the new government supplied emergency generator and transfer switch back into the same locations. The Contractor will be responsible for the entire project on a turnkey basis including, but not limited to, providing crane services, removal from property and disposal of existing emergency generator and transfer switch, and all electrical services and ancillary equipment required to successfully remove existing and replace with new government supplied equipment. In addition, the Contractor shall modify the door into the mechanical room where the transfer switch is located to a custom 54” steel, weather proof, enamel painted, door and frame (actual dimensions to be field verified and approved by Lab personnel prior to ordering) and mount the new transfer switch in the existing location in such a matter that it doesn’t interfere with the opening of the new door.

This installation will be done at main research building complex at the USDA, ARS, Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC), 2890 HWY 130 East, Stuttgart, Arkansas USDA, ARS.

The detailed proposal will be presented in MS Word format and a detailed cost breakdown for the project will be presented in MS Excel. A proposal with a single number for the bid is not acceptable for evaluation as to acceptability.

The contractor shall include all services and field labor, equipment necessary to perform the work.

Applicable Codes and Standards apply and are not limited to the following:

All work must meet ARS 242.1M “ARS Facilities Design Standards” for the defined scope of this project in addition to meeting all Local, State and Federal codes, and latest IBC codes. The document may be found at https://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/ppweb/pdf/242-01m.pdf.

Site Visit Contractors are encouraged to visit the site and be escorted by a government representative to confirm locations, dimensions, and conditions of the project before a bid is submitted. The site visit shall be for the purpose of observing first-hand any conditions relevant to the completion of this project. No consideration will be given to claims based on lack of knowledge of existing conditions, except where Contract Documents make definite provisions for adjustment in cost or extension due to existing conditions not readily foreseeable.

Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management, (SAM), prior to submitting a bid. Registration can be completed at www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM

Utilization of Bio-Based Products The contractor shall utilize products and material based from bio- based materials as applicable, (e.g. bio-based greases; bio-based hydraulic fluids, bio-based absorbents), to the maximum extent possible without jeopardizing the intended end use of detracting from the overall quality delivered to the end user. All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to the applicable Federal Specifications and Standards. All supplies and materials to be used in the performance of work described herein are subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Products can be found at: www.biopreferred.gov

Safety The contractor will submit a Site Safety Specific Plan/Accident Prevention Plan in industry recognizable format to the Contracting Officer within 14 days of contract award. Contractor shall furnish a Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) and the Government shall review the SSSP prior to the start any construction activities. SSSP shall be in typically accepted industry format.

Base Bid Contractor shall perform the work as specified in the Statement of Work.

All proposals shall be in unlocked MS Word format and all cost proposals shall be detailed and presented in unlocked MS Excel format with formulas working.

Contractor Responsibilities The project has a base bid to be performed per the following specifications:

1) Contractor will verify all dimensions and existing site conditions prior to beginning work.

2) Contractor shall keep work area clean daily and take measures to control debris while work is being performed.

3) Contractor is required to manage the project and consult with the Government prior to beginning all work phases.

4) Contractor shall perform work in a manner that minimizes the impact of the work on Government operations, research, and functions.

5) All work must be performed in such a manner as to not adversely affect daily operations of the facility and its workers.

6) Contractor will provide daily reports of work performed to the COR.

7) Contractor shall remove and dispose of all construction related materials from all work areas daily and remove these waste materials from the site on a weekly basis.

8) Contractor must have a superintendent on the jobsite when crews are performing the installation work.

9) Contactor will provide their own restroom facility.

Material / Submittals:

The material for the entire work shall include but are not limited to those detailed above necessary to successfully complete the project and deliver a functioning system as required. Submittals on all material used on this project shall be submitted to the EPM, Site RL, and Contracting Specialist as noted in this document. Electronic submittals are acceptable otherwise three written submittals are required.

Installation Procedure:

Contractor will verify all dimensions and site conditions prior to beginning work. Contractor is required to provide labor, specified material, equipment, and other tools required to perform the job fully and completely. No Government equipment will be available for use by the contractor. The contractor shall always be responsible for protecting his work and ensuring the safety of his crew and ARS employees. Upon completion of the project, the contractor shall remove from the premises all accumulated materials and rubbish caused by the project. Premises shall be left in a clean, orderly, and acceptable condition.

Damage to Property:

Any damage to the Government buildings, utilities, etc. caused as the result of the contractor’s activities shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Government.

Inspection and Acceptance:

A government representative shall inspect and approve the work performed on this project. The Contractor shall schedule inspection a minimum of 10 days in advance, in writing, to the Contracting Officer.

Project Schedule:

The completion of this project shall not exceed 30 days from date of notice to proceed and shall be expedited as appropriate to optimize supply chain availability. A request for time extension must be submitted to the Contracting Specialist in writing. Each request must include specific and detailed reasons in support of the schedule alteration.

Work Hours:

Contractor work hours shall be Monday through Friday, seven (7) A.M. to four (4) P.M. with the exception of Government holidays. Any changes to work schedule shall be submitted to Contacting Officer for written approval prior to schedule change.

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