House_Make_Ready_Solicitation_-_Final-_3-20-2015_.docx

March 20, 2015

To: Prospective Offerors

Subject: Solicitation number SUG500-15-R-0007

Enclosed is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for make ready services (minor maintenance and repair of residences). To submit a proposal:

· follow the instructions in Section L of the solicitation,

· complete the required portions of the attached document, and

· submit your proposal to the address shown on the Standard Form 1442 that follows this letter.

The U.S. Government intends to award a contract to the responsible company submitting an acceptable offer at the lowest price. We intend to award a contract based on initial proposals, without holding discussions. However, we may hold discussions with companies in the competitive range if there is a need to do so.

Prior to contract award, the successful offeror(s) will be required to have a DUNS number and be registered in SAM/CCR through the following sites: DUNS - www.dnb.com and SAM/CCR - www.sam.gov .

Proposals are due by April 20, 2015 at 10:00 hours local time.

Sincerely, JOSEPH A. ANDERSON

Contracting Officer

Enclosure As Stated.

SECTION A

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

Request for Proposal

IMPORTANT - THE "OFFER" SECTION ON THE REVERSE MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED BY OFFEROR.

PR3143838

Email: AndersonJA3@state.gov

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations “offer” and “offeror” mean “bid” and “bidder.”

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date):

SUG500-15-R-0007 - HOUSE MAKE READY

THIS SOLICIATIAON IS UNRESTRICTED AND OPEN TO PARTICIPATION BY ALL INTERESTRED FIRMS WITH SPECIALISED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIRED FOR THE PROJECT.

THE SOLICITATION WILL RESULT IN A FIRM FIXED PRICE CONTRACT.

YES X NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Sealed offers in Original and 1 copy to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 10:00 (hour) local time 04/20/15 (date). This solicitation is a sealed bid solicitation and offers will be publicly opened at 10:00 am on 04/20/15. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B. An offer guarantee |_| is, |X| is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than 120 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

Prescribed by GSA

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

Page 1a

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than item 14)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation. If this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.)

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation - give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM

25. BLANK

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

Joseph Anderson

BY

BY

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

SECTION B - SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1 SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Contractor shall provide personnel, supplies, and equipment for all make-ready services for residences owned or leased by U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda as described in Sections B and C of this contract, and the exhibits in Section J.

B.2 TYPE OF CONTRACT

This is an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity type contract for house make-ready services. The Contractor shall furnish services according to task orders issued by the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer Representative. Oral task orders may be necessary for emergencies; however, they shall be issued in writing within three days after issuance of the oral instructions. The task orders shall specify the location and type of work requested (see and the example in Section J, Exhibit 2).

The contract will be for a one-year period from the date of the contract award, with 4 (four) one-year options. For each effective year of the contract, the U.S. Government guarantees a minimum order of 2 (two) houses worth of services per vendor. The maximum amount of services ordered under each year of the contract will not exceed 10 (ten) houses worth of services per vendor.

B.3 PRICES/COSTS

The prices will include all work, including furnishing all labor, materials, equipment and services, unless otherwise specified in section B.4.4. The prices listed below shall include all labor, materials, direct and indirect costs, insurance (see FAR 52.228-4 and 52.228-5), overhead, and profit.

B.3.1 VALUE ADDED TAX

VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT) The Contractor shall include VAT as a separate charge on the invoice and as a separate line item in Section B.

B.3.2 CURRENCY

The currency of this contract is ______________ (Offeror to identify currency).

B.3.3 BASE YEAR PRICES

Base year prices are the prices agreed upon in the contract, starting on the date stated in the Notice to Proceed and continuing for a period of 12 months.

BASE YEAR

CLIN

Description of Service

(2) coats of paint. (See Section C.2.1.)

Sqm*

18900

18900

Base Year Total:

*Sqm – square meter

B.3.4 FIRST OPTION YEAR PRICES

(2) coats of paint. (See Section C.2.1.)

Sqm*

12600

12600

Option Year One Total:

*Sqm – square meter

B.3.5 SECOND OPTION YEAR PRICES

(2) coats of paint. (See Section C.2.1.)

Sqm*

12600

12600

Option Year Two Total:

*Sqm – square meter

B.3.6 THIRD OPTION YEAR PRICES

(2) coats of paint. (See Section C.2.1.)

Sqm*

12600

12600

Option Year Three Total:

B.3.7 FOURTH OPTION YEAR PRICES

(2) coats of paint. (See Section C.2.1.)

Sqm*

12600

12600

Option Year Four Total:

B.3.8 GRAND TOTAL PRICE FOR BASE YEAR PLUS FOUR OPTION YEARS

Base Year Total:

First Option Year Total:

Second Option Year Total:

Third Option Year Total:

Fourth Option Year Total:

Grand Total Price for all Years:

B.4 ORDERING

The Government shall issue task orders for ordering all services under this contract. Task orders may be issued from the effective date of the contract until the end of the "Period of Performance." All task orders are subject to the terms and conditions of this contract. This contract shall take precedence in the event of conflict with any task order.

(1) As the need arises, the Government will develop a price estimate. If the estimate does not exceed US $3,000, the Government will follow the procedures in paragraph (2) below. If the estimate exceeds US $3,000, the Government will follow the procedures in paragraph (3) below.

(2) Orders not exceeding US $3,000 - The Government will select a contractor for issuance of the order. This decision will be based on the Government's best interests, which may include factors such as estimated price and past performance record.

(4) Regardless of whether the procedures in paragraph (2) or (3) above were followed, selection of contractors shall not be protestable to GAO under Subpart 33.1 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, except on the grounds that the order increases the scope, period, or maximum value of the contract. However, the Department of State does have an Acquisition Ombudsman who will review complaints by contractors to ensure that all contractors are afforded a fair opportunity to be considered for these task orders, pursuant to the procedures for award of task orders established herein.

B.4.1 ISSUANCE OF TASK ORDERS

Only the Contracting Officer may issue task orders. Task orders may be given orally but will be confirmed in writing within three business days.

B.4.2 SURVEY OF PROPERTY

Before performing work, the Contractor shall survey the property and verify the work required against the task, to determine if any discrepancies exist. The Contractor shall be responsible for any errors that might have been avoided by such a survey/review. The Contractor shall immediately report any discrepancies to the Contracting Officer Representative or the Contracting Officer and shall not begin work until such matters are resolved.

B.4.3 CONTENTS OF TASK ORDERS

The Contracting Officer shall issue task orders for make-ready services on an as-needed basis. See the sample task order at Section J, Exhibit 2.

Task orders shall include:

(a) Date of order

(b) Contract number

(c) Order number

(d) Location of property

(e) Amount of work (square meters or linear meters)

(f) Point of contact for questions

B.4.4 COMPLETION DATE

The Contractor shall complete all services on individual housing units within fourteen (14) calendar days after receiving notice to proceed. The time period specified above shall not begin until the Contractor is afforded reasonable access to the work site.

The time period specified above may be shortened if mutually agreed to by the Contractor and the Government.

The completion date is fixed and may be extended only by a written modification signed by the Contracting Officer.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/WORK STATEMENT

C.1 INTRODUCTION

C.1.1 GENERAL

The U. S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda requires a make-ready service contractor to perform task orders on US Government-owned and leased properties. The Contractor shall furnish managerial, administrative, and direct operational personnel to accomplish all work as required. The Contractor shall also furnish tools, equipment, and supplies as required to execute this contract.

C.1.2 ENGLISH SPEAKING REPRESENTATIVE

The Contractor shall designate an English speaking representative who shall supervise the Contractor's workforce and be the Contractor's liaison with the Government.

The designated representative shall be located on-site during hours of work, (see Section F.8) and shall have supervision as their sole function during the times while on duty. The Contractor's employees shall be on site only for contractual duties and not for any other business or purposes.

C.1.3 PERSONNEL

The Contractor shall be responsible for providing qualified technicians for each trade with relevant experience to perform make-ready services for task orders issued under this contract. Helper positions do not need to meet the experience requirement.

C.1.4 WORKSITE SAFETY

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable GoU and OSHA standards for worksite safety. In cases where local safety standards, OSHA, and those listed in this contract are in conflict, the strictest of the standards shall apply. Safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) shall be utilized at all times on the worksite. Safety equipment shall include but is not limited to ladders and scaffolding meeting OSHA and manufacturer’s specifications, all power tools will have manufacturer’s safety devices installed and be used in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions. PPE shall include but is not limited to safety eyewear, hearing protection, head protection, respiratory protection, proper footwear, hand protection, task appropriate clothing, and fall protection as required. An OSHA approved first aid kit shall be at the worksite at all times and be maintained in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.

All worksite injuries and incidences must be reported to the COR. Any worksite fatality must be reported no later than the next work day. Any worksite injury requiring inpatient care must be reported within 24 hours. All other incidence or injuries occurring in the execution of a task order must be reported within 2 work days.

C.1.5 OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

All official communication shall be conducted via email to the address specified by the COR “Kampalamakeready@state.gov” unless otherwise specified.

The Contractor shall provide daily updates to the Government technical representative on site.

A written update will be given to the COR at the 50% completion point informing the COR of any issues or anticipated delays.

Written communication will be given to the COR as soon as any delay is anticipated by the Contractor. If the Contractor has not completed the assigned task orders in the period provided by this contract, daily written updates of anticipatded completion will be given to the COR.

C.1.6 DEFINITIONS

(see also FAR clause 52.202-1, Alt. 1 [APR 1994], cited in I.1)

CO – Contracting Officer, the U.S. Government representative authorized to obligate expenses and enter into this contract on behalf of the Government.

COR – Contracting Officer Representative, the person delegated authority to incur expenses on behalf to the CO and the U.S. Government.

GoU – Government of Uganda.

House Make-ready Services – Preparation of residential units for occupancy, including all items in this contract.

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) – Documentation provided by chemical or industrial manufacturers that contains information regarding hazardous chemicals. A product MSDS includes: nature of the chemical, safe handling procedures, precautions to take while using the chemical, conditions of safe use, procedures for clean-up of spills or accidental release into the environment, and recommended disposal procedures.

OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration, provides regulations for work place safety (www.OSHA.gov).

Task Order – An official request for supplies or services by the U.S. Government COR as it pertains to this contract. The Contractor is not allowed to provide any supplies or services without an official task order.

C.2 STANDARDS

The Contractor shall report immediately and provide a list of deficiencies or damage outside the scope of a Task Order issued against this contract to the COR prior to starting work.

The Contractor shall perform no work, service, repair, equipment, materials, or supplies resulting in additional cost to the government without a task order from the COR.

Any damage caused during the execution of this contract to the residence, the surrounding compound, associated equipment, infrastructure, mechanical systems, utilities, Government property, personal property, furniture, vegetation, vehicles, generators, and residential items shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

All workplace hazards existing or created on the worksite shall be reported to the COR.

Any workplace accidents or injuries occurring on the residential compound or otherwise in the execution of this contract shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor.

C.2.1 APPLICABLE PAINTING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall report immediately and provide a list of deficiencies or damage to surfaces to be painted that is outside the scope of a Task Order issued against this contract to the COR. No repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

C.2.1.1 LOCAL/INDUSTRY PAINTING STANDARDS

Painting and preparatory work shall be in accordance with the International Building Code, Manufacturers’ Recommendations, and the instructions given below. In cases where local standards and those listed in this contract are in conflict, the stricter of the two shall apply.

C.2.1.2 PAINT AND PRIMER SPECIFICATIONS

Paint used for all interior surfaces shall be non-lead based, Government furnished contractor installed material. Paint used for all exterior surfaces shall be non-lead based, contractor furnished, contractor installed material. All contractor furnished materials must be approved by the COR prior to beginning work.

C.2.1.3 PREPARATION AND PROTECTION OF WORK AREA

The contractor shall provide all equipment and materials required to apply government furnished coatings. The contractor will also provide all equipment and material required to protect all surfaces not being painted and cleanup of area after completion of work.

Painting shall not disturb or damage any fixed property (including light fixtures, floors, carpets, varnished wood surfaces, or windows). The Contractor shall move, protect, and return such property to its original position.

The Contractor shall remove furnishings (such as furniture, rugs) first or protect them by protective covering. The Contractor shall also protect floors from soiling and paint spills. The Contractor shall not wash wooden floors under any circumstances. To protect floors (of all types) from damage, the Contractor shall use a suitable protective cover and provide ladders and scaffolding with clean rubber shoes or similar protection devices.

If the Contractor spills any paint, or in any way soils the floors, a specialist floor finishing company at the Contractor’s expense shall perform the cleanup. After completion of the painting work, the Contractor shall return all furnishings to their original position, and clean the work area free of litter and debris.

C.2.1.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR PAINTING WORK

(a) INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING

Paint surfaces as directed by the task order. Match paint to similar adjacent materials or surfaces.

(1) "Paint" includes coating systems materials, primers, emulsions, enamels, stains, sealers and fillers, and other applied materials whether used as prime, intermediate or finish coats.

(2) Product Data: The Contractor shall acquire and have on site all manufacturers’ technical information, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), label analysis, and application instructions for all material, prior to starting work. As an attachment, list each material and cross-reference specific coating and finish system and application. Identify each material by the manufacturer's catalog number and general classification.

(3) Single Source Responsibility: Provide primers and undercoat paint produced by the same manufacturer as the finish coats.

(4) Material Quality: Provide the manufacturer's best quality trade sale type paint material. Paint material containers not displaying manufacturer's product identification will not be acceptable.

(5) Deliver materials to the job site in manufacturer's original, unopened packages and containers bearing manufacturer's name and label with trade name and manufacturer's instructions.

(6) Store materials not in use in tightly covered containers in a well-ventilated area at a minimum ambient temperature of 45 degrees F (7 degrees C). Protect from freezing. Keep storage area neat and orderly. Remove oily rags and waste daily. Contractor is responsible to replace any materials lost due to the negligence of the contractor; all replacement materials must be approved by the COR.

(7) Project Conditions: Apply primer, paint, varnish or other coatings only in accordance with manufacturer's temperature and humidity specifications.

(8) Examine substrates and conditions under which painting will be performed for compliance with requirements and in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. Do not begin application until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

(9) Preparation: Remove hardware and hardware accessories, plates, light fixtures, and items in place that are not to be painted, or provide protection such as taping prior to surface preparation and painting (taping includes windows, door jams, etc.).

(10) Clean and prepare surfaces to be painted following manufacturer's instructions before applying paint or surface treatments. Remove oil, dust, dirt, loose rust, mildew, peeling paint, and other contamination to ensure good adhesion. In some cases, the Contractor may be requested to remove all existing coats of paint and sealers if prior paint application is showing signs of improper adhesion, such as peeling, or chipping. All surfaces must be clean and dry. Schedule cleaning and painting so dust and other contaminants will not fall on wet, newly painted surfaces.

(11) Notify the Contracting Officer or COR of problems anticipated for any minor preparatory work required, such as but not limited to, filling nail holes, cleaning surfaces to be painted, and priming any requisite areas. Plan preparatory work as most units in residential areas will have nail holes or areas that will need to be primed or sealed. Replace all electrical switches and plugs with new covers after painting.

(12) Materials Preparation: Mix and prepare paint following manufacturer's directions.

(13) Application: Apply paint following manufacturer's directions. Use applicators and techniques best suited for substrate and type of material being applied. Do not paint over dirt, rust, scale, grease, moisture, scuffed surfaces, or conditions detrimental to formation of a durable paint film. Application of paint must not damage any existing decorative textured surfaces. Restoration of any damage to existing textured surfaces is the responsibility of the contractor.

(i) Unless otherwise specified, the contractor is to use a high quality paint (containing no lead or mercury) for all painted surfaces.

(ii) On exterior surfaces, apply a high quality exterior grade latex base paint that matches as closely as possible to the existing color on the exterior of the property, or a color as otherwise specified by the COR. Before painting, scrape, sand, fill and prime the surface with a latex base primer. The Contractor should plan on extensive preparatory work before painting. Do not apply exterior paint in snow, rain, fog or mist; or when the relatively humidity exceeds 85 percent; or to damp or wet surfaces.

(iii) Provide finish coats that are compatible with primers used.

(iv) The number of coats and film thickness required is the same regardless of application method. Do not apply succeeding coats until previous coat has cured. Sand between applications where required to produce a smooth, even surface.

(v) Apply additional coats when undercoats or other conditions show through final coat, until paint film is of uniform finish, color, and appearance.

(14) Scheduling Painting: Apply first coat to surfaces that have been cleaned, pretreated or otherwise prepared for painting as soon as practicable, and before subsequent surface deterioration. Allow sufficient time between successive coats to permit proper drying. Do not re-coat until paint has dried.

(15) Minimum Coating Thickness: Apply materials at the manufacturer's recommended spreading rate. Provide total dry film thickness of the system as recommended by the manufacturer.

(16) Prime Coats: Before application of finish coats, apply a prime coat as recommended by the manufacturer to material required to be painted or finished, and has not been prime coated.

(17) Brush Application: Brush out and work brush coats into surfaces in an even film. Eliminate cloudiness, spotting, laps, brush marks, runs, sags, ropiness, or other surface imperfections. Draw neat glass lines and color breaks.

(18) Apply primers and first coats by brush unless manufacturer's instructions permit use of mechanical applicators.

(19) Mechanical Applications: Use mechanical methods for paint application when permitted by manufacturer's recommendations, governing ordinances, and trade union regulations.

(20) Wherever spray application is used, apply each coat to provide the equivalent hiding of brush-applied coats. Do not double-back with spray equipment to build up film thickness of two coats in one pass, unless recommended by the manufacturer.

(21) Upon completion of painting, clean glass and paint-spattered surfaces. Remove spattered paint by washing, scraping or other methods, and using care not to scratch or damage adjacent finished surfaces.

(22) Remove temporary protective wrappings after completion of painting operations.

(b) DRYWALL/PLASTER REPAIR

Patch defective drywall with a similar thickness and fire rated drywall. Joints must be taped in a manner so they are not readily visible. The patch must be textured with a texture consistent with the rest of the surface being patched. All nail heads must be set and spackled. Joints must be taped and covered with a joint compound. Spackled nail heads and tape joints must be sanded smooth and all dust removed prior to painting. Exterior surfaces must be spackled with exterior grade compounds.

(c) TEXTURE ONLY - WALLS

Occasionally, the Government may require a wall to be textured that has not previously been textured. The Contractor shall prepare the wall by filling and sanding any small holes or cracks with a suitable "non-shrinking" material. After preparatory work, the Contractor shall furnish and apply a texture type material. If any other walls within that room are textured, the texture material shall closely match the texture of any other existing textured walls in that room. The minimum assignment for this requirement will be one room within a unit.

(d) TEXTURE ONLY - CEILING

Occasionally, the Government may require that a ceiling be textured that has not previously been textured. The Contractor shall prepare the ceiling by filling and sanding any small holes or cracks with a suitable "non-shrinking" material. After preparatory work, the Contractor shall furnish and apply an "acoustic" type texture. The minimum assignment for this requirement will be one room within a unit.

(e) PAINT EXTERIOR TRIM

Apply a high quality exterior grade latex base paint that matches as closely as possible the existing color on the exterior trim of the property, or a color as specified by the COR. The trim is to be scraped, sanded, filled, and primed with a latex base primer, prior to painting. The Contractor should plan on extensive preparatory work prior to painting. The specifications for exterior paint apply, unless otherwise specified.

(f) REMOVE WALL COVERING

By task order, remove the designated wall covering (such as wallpaper, cork, mirror, and tile). After removing the wall covering the area shall be cleaned and made ready for painting. The Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of the old wall covering.

(g) PLASTER

Repair any damaged interior or exterior plaster as directed by the COR. The plaster material shall be of a similar material that matches as closely as possible the existing plaster in texture and color.

(h) STUCCO

Repair any damaged stucco and remove any loose stucco before applying paint.

The Contractor is responsible for any damage caused during the execution of this contract.

C.2.2 CARPET REPLACEMENT STANDARDS

The Contractor shall remove and dispose of existing carpets as designated. Prepare floors in accordance with carpet manufacturers’ specifications related to the type and nature of floor surface to be carpeted. The Contractor shall provide and install wall-to-wall carpet.

The Contractor shall report immediately and provide a list of deficiencies or damage to any item or area to be inspected, cleaned, or serviced to the COR prior to starting work. No work, service, or repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

Carpet replacement shall not disturb or damage any fixed property (such as light fixtures, baseboards, or windows). The Contractor shall protect such property or move and return it to its original position.

The Contractor shall move all furnishings (such as furniture, cabinets) and return them to their original positions after completion of carpet replacement. The Contractor shall clean the work area free of litter and debris.

The Contractor is responsible for any damage caused during the execution of this contract.

C.2.3 CARPET / RUG CLEANING STANDARDS

The contractor shall report in writing to the COR any carpets/rugs that are soiled beyond the scope of this contract within 2 (two) working days upon arrival at site.

The Contractor shall report immediately and provide a list of deficiencies or damage to any item or area to be inspected, cleaned, or serviced to the COR prior to starting work. No work, service, or repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

Material Safety Data Sheet or chemical breakdown of the cleaning solution shall be acquired by the contractor and kept on site. The Contractor shall comply with the equipment manufacturer’s instructions and industry standards to ensure thorough cleaning of the carpets/rugs.

(a) The Contractor shall clean designated installed carpets in place using professional equipment and Government furnished cleaning solutions. The Contractor shall remove excess liquid from installed carpets after cleaning and provide maximum air circulation to the room to allow for complete drying. Installed carpets shall be free of soil, odors, stains, and discolorations in order to be accepted by the COR.

(b) The Contractor shall clean designated rugs and pads using professional equipment and Government furnished cleaning solutions. Rugs and pads shall be removed from the residence to be cleaned. The Contractor shall remove excess liquid from rugs and pads after cleaning and air dry prior to placing in final location. The rug and pad shall be free of soil, odors, stains, and discolorations in order to be accepted by the COR. Prior to laying rugs in final location associated floors shall be cleaned as appropriate.

The Contractor is responsible for any damage caused to carpets/rugs in the cleaning process and/or because of excess moisture left in carpets after cleaning.

Carpet cleaning shall not disturb or damage any fixed property (including light fixtures and baseboards). The Contractor shall protect or move and return such property to its original position.

The Contractor shall move and return furnishings (such as furniture, cabinets) to their original positions after completion of carpet cleaning. The Contractor shall clean the area and make it free of litter and debris.

The Contractor is responsible for any damage caused during the execution of this contract.

C.2.4 JANITORIAL/CLEANING STANDARDS

The Contractor shall complete the following requirements and the checklist in Section J, Exhibit 4.

All interior cleaning solutions and chemicals shall be Government furnished, contractor utilized. The Contractor shall acquire and have on site all manufacturers’ technical information, Material Safety Data Sheets, label analysis, and application instructions for all material, prior to starting work. The Contractor shall furnish all equipment and materials required to utilize the government furnished and/or contractor furnished cleaning solutions in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations.

The Contractor shall report immediately and provide a list of deficiencies or damage to any item or area to be inspected, cleaned, or serviced to the COR prior to starting work. No work, service, or repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

The following items and areas shall be cleaned by the Contractor:

(a) All surfaces shall be cleaned to be free of dust, dirt, stains, streaks, fingerprints, paint spillage, food residue, scale, buildup, and grime.

(b) All furniture / cabinetry that are not built-in or otherwise permanently attached to the structure shall be cleaned behind, underneath, and polished as appropriate.

(c) All areas behind and under appliances shall be cleaned as appropriate.

(d) Stoves: cleaned inside and out to be free of food residue and debris.

(e) Microwave: cleaned inside and out to be free of food residue and debris.

(f) Refrigerators: shelves shall be removed and cleaned and all surfaces inside and out shall be cleaned, radiator and mechanical areas shall be free of dust.

(g) Freezers: shelves shall be removed and cleaned and all surfaces inside and out shall be cleaned, radiator and mechanical areas shall be free of dust.

(h) Clothes Washer: cleaned inside and out and be free of dirt and soap residue.

(i) Clothes Dryer: shall be free of lint in the lint trap and exhaust pipe.

(j) Toilets: All toilets shall be cleaned inside and out including the bowl and tank, to be free of dirt, debris, rust, scale, buildup, and stains on all surfaces.

(k) Dishwasher: All surfaces and fixtures shall be free of dust, streaks, fingerprints, dirt, rust, soap residue, scale, and grime.

(l) Bathtubs: All surfaces and fixtures shall be free of dust, streaks, fingerprints, dirt, rust, soap residue, scale, and grime. New tub curtains will be hung as appropriate.

(m) Showers: All surfaces and fixtures shall be free of dust, streaks, fingerprints, dirt, rust, soap residue, scale, and grime. New shower curtains will be hung as appropriate.

(n) Sinks: All surfaces and fixtures shall be free of dust, streaks, fingerprints, dirt, rust, soap residue, scale, and grime.

(o) Plumbing Fixtures: All plumbing fixtures shall be free of scale, calcification, dirt, grime, and finger prints.

(p) Cupboards / closets / cabinets: All surfaces inside and out will be free of dust, dirt, and debris, and polished as appropriate.

(q) Floors: All surfaces shall be cleaned as appropriate for floor type to be free of dust, dirt, paint spillage, and streaks. Move all furniture, rugs, and miscellaneous items to achieve complete cleaning. All furniture, rugs, and miscellaneous items to be replaced or set as directed upon completion of cleaning.

(r) Windows / Mirrors / Glass: All surfaces interior and exterior shall be cleaned as appropriate for surface type to be free of finger prints, dust, dirt, paint spillage, and streaks.

(s) Hard Furniture: All surfaces shall be cleaned and polished as appropriate for surface type to be free of finger prints, dust, dirt, paint spillage, and streaks.

(t) Soft Furniture: All cushions and visible surfaces shall be free of stains, dirt, discoloration, and odors. Any damage (stains, rips, tears, breakage) that is beyond the scope of this contract shall be reported to the COR within 2 days. All non-visible surfaces shall be free of dust, dirt, odors, and major damage.

The Contractor is responsible for any damage caused during the execution of this contract.

C.2.5 CARPENTRY SERVICES

The Contractor shall perform the following carpentry services using the checklist in Section J, Exhibit 4.

The Contractor shall report immediately and provide a list of deficiencies or damage to any item or area to be inspected, cleaned, or serviced to the COR prior to starting work. No work, service, or repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

(a) The Contractor shall inspect all: wood cabinets, closets, doors, moldings, panels, fixtures, furniture pieces, stairways, including railings, balustrades, treads, risers and nosings, along with all doors in the residence. Also, inspect all toilet paper holders, soap trays, towel racks, shower curtain rods, toilet seats, medicine cabinets, Venetian blind brackets, clothing rails, curtain rods, and any other like items.

(b) All necessary minor repairs shall be made to all items listed C.2.5.a including: repairing, adjusting and/or replacing hinges, latches, closet rods, shelves, moldings and wood panels, cracks, chips, bathroom fixtures, curtain rods, venetian blinds, and sealing gaps and penetrations. All finish work to repaired areas shall match the color and texture of surrounding areas as appropriate.

(c) The Contractor shall provide a list of deficiencies outside the scope of a Task Order issued against this contract to the COR. No work, service, or repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

(d) The contractor shall provide materials, construct, and install mosquito net frames. All mosquito nets shall have a 16cm overhang on each side of the bed. The contractor shall install government furnished mosquito nets. Nets shall be installed with a five centimeter drape on the floor. Nets shall be free of tears, rips, and other non-manufactured holes. Any deviation from the standard shall be approved by the COR.

The Contractor is responsible for any damage caused during the execution of this contract.

C.2.6 ROOFING SERVICES

The Contractor shall perform the following roofing services using the checklist in Section J, Exhibit 4.

The Contractor shall report immediately and provide a list of deficiencies or damage to any item or area to be inspected, cleaned, or serviced to the COR prior to starting work. No work, service, or repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

(a) The Contractor shall inspect:

(1) The roof, eaves, and fascia for leaks or other evidence of damage.

(2) All rain gutters, pipes, and water drains for breaks, misalignment, improper installation, and general disrepair.

(3) All water catches, trenches, and downspouts for proper alignment.

(b) The Contractor shall provide a list of deficiencies outside the scope of a Task Order issued against this contract to the COR. No work, service, or repairs resulting in additional cost to the government shall be conducted without a task order from the COR.

(c) The following items and areas shall be cleaned by the Contractor:

(1) Gutters – To be free of obstructions, dirt, debris, yard waste, and foreign material

(2) Down spouts – To be free of obstructions, dirt, debris, yard waste, and foreign material

(3) Pipes – To be free of obstructions, dirt, debris, yard waste, and…