Technical_Exhibit_B_-_Division_1_Specifications.pdf

Electrical Requirement Contract Jun 02, 2016

OPENELEC TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 32 01.00 10 1 JAN PROJECT SCHEDULE

01 33 00 1 JAN SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 13 1 JAN SPECIAL PROJECT PROCEDURES

01 35 23.00 40 1 JAN OWNER SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 35 29 1 JAN SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

01 45 01.00 20 1 JAN QUALITY CONTROL (QC)

01 57 20.00 10 1 JAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

01 77 00 1 JAN CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

01 78 23 1 JAN OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

01 80 00 1 JAN UTILITIES

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

The attached submittal register contains the required items the Contractor shall submit for Government approval. All submittals listed on the submittal register shall require approval by the Government unless otherwise noted. The COR may request submittals in addition to those specified when deemed necessary to adequately describe the work covered in the respective sections.

Units of weights and measures used on all submittals are to be the same as items delivered to the job site.

Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

The Contractor's Quality Control Manager (QCM)shall check and approve all items prior to submittal, sign, and date indicating action taken. Proposed deviations from the contract requirements are to be clearly identified.

Include within submittals items such as: Contractor's, manufacturer's, or fabricator's drawings; descriptive literature including (but not limited

to) catalog cuts, diagrams, operating charts or curves; test reports; test cylinders; samples; O&M manuals (including parts list); certifications;

warranties; and other such required submittals.

All electronic submittals (Disk) shall be on a CD-R disk only and clearly state the Contractor's name, date, contract number and submittal number. A hardcopy ENG FORM 4025 shall accompany the CD-R and electronic form submitted by e-mail to COR.

1.1 REFERENCES

Federal Acquisition Regulation

52.243-4 Changes

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Submittal Descriptions (SD)

Submittals requirements are specified in the technical sections.

Submittals are identified by Submittal Description (SD) numbers and titles as follows:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Submittals which are required prior to start of construction (work).

Insurance

Performance and Payment Bonds

List of proposed Subcontractors

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List of proposed products

Construction progress schedule

Network Analysis Schedule (NAS)

Submittal register

Health and safety plan

Work plan

Quality Control(QC) plan

Environmental protection plan

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Drawings, diagrams and schedules specifically prepared to illustrate some portion of the work.

Drawings prepared by or for the Contractor to show how multiple systems and interdisciplinary work shall be coordinated.

SD-03 Product Data

Catalog cuts, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions and brochures illustrating size, physical appearance and other characteristics of materials, systems or equipment for some portion of the work.

SD-04 Samples

Physical examples of materials, equipment or workmanship, illustrating functional and aesthetic characteristics of a material, or product; and establish standards by which the work can be judged.

Field samples and mock-ups constructed on the project site establish standards by which the ensuring work can be judged. Includes assemblies or portions of assemblies, which are to be incorporated into the project.

SD-05 Design Data

Design calculations, mix designs, analyses or other data pertaining to a part of work.

SD-06 Test Reports

Report signed by authorized official of testing laboratory that a material, product or system identical to the material, product or system to be provided has been tested in accord with specified requirements.

Report which includes findings of a test required to be performed by the Contractor on an actual portion of the work or prototype prepared for the project before shipment to job site.

Report which includes finding of a test made at the job site or on

SECTION 01 33 00 Page 4 sample taken from the job site, on portion of work during or after installation.

SD-07 Certificates

Statements printed on the manufacturer's letterhead and signed by responsible officials of manufacturer of product, system or material attesting that product, system or material meets specification requirements. Must be dated after award of project contract and clearly name the project.

Document required of Contractor, or of a manufacturer, supplier, installer or subcontractor through Contractor, the purpose of which is to further quality of orderly progression of a portion of the work by documenting procedures, acceptability of methods or personnel qualifications.

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Preprinted material describing installation of a product, system or material, including special notices and Material Safety Data sheets concerning impedances, hazards and safety precautions.

SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

Documentation of the testing and verification actions taken by manufacturer's representative at the job site, in the vicinity of the job site, or on a sample taken from the job site, on a portion of the work, during or after installation, to confirm compliance with manufacturer's standards or instructions. The documentation must be signed by an authorized official of a testing laboratory or agency and must state the test results; and indicate whether the material, product, or system has passed or failed the test.

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Data that is furnished by the manufacturer, or the system provider, to the equipment operating and maintenance personnel, including manufacturer's help and product line documentation necessary to maintain and install equipment. This data is needed by operating and maintenance personnel for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of the item.

This data is intended to be incorporated in an operations and maintenance manual or control system.

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Documentation to record compliance with technical or administrative requirements or to establish an administrative mechanism.

Special requirements necessary to properly close out a construction contract, for example, Record Drawings and as-built drawings; also, submittal requirements necessary to properly close out a major phase of construction on a multi-phase contract.

1.2.2 Approving Authority

Designated person authorized to approve submittal. QCM is the only

SECTION 01 33 00 Page 5 authorized personnel to approve submittals.

1.2.3 Work

As used in this section, on- and off-site construction required by contract documents, including labor necessary to produce submittals, construction, materials, products, equipment, and systems incorporated or to be incorporated in such construction.

1.3 SUBMITTAL CLASSIFICATION

Submittals are classified as follows:

(a) For Government approval shall be coded on the submittal register as "G".

(b) For Information Only shall be coded on submittal register without a "G".

1.4 FORWARDING SUBMITTALS REQUIRING GOVERNMENT APPROVAL

Submittals Required from the Contractor

Preconstruction submittals - Forward to the assigned COR, submittals required in the technical sections of Division 1 specifications as required by the specification. All submittals are due within 30 calendar days of contract award unless specifically stated in Division 1.

Product and Material submittals - Forward to the assigned COR, all product and material submittals are due within 60 calendar days of contract award and before any preparatory meetings or installation.

O&M Data - The COR shall review and approve for the Contracting Officer O&M Data to verify the submittals comply with the contract requirements.

1.5 PREPARATION

1.5.1 Transmittal Form

Transmit each submittal by e-mail to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Transmit submittals with transmittal form (ENG Form 4025) prescribed by Contracting Officer, located in Appendix A. Sample installations and sample panels (mock ups) shall be submitted electronically and reference samples with picture for document tracking. On the transmittal form identify Contractor, indicate date of submittal, and include information prescribed by transmittal form and required in paragraph entitled "Identifying Submittals."

Electronic submission by e-mail shall include the following two pdfs:

a. ENG Form 4025

b. Submittal Package

E-mail sizes shall not exceed 10MBs. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to verify the Government has received the electronic submission.

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1.5.2 Identifying Submittals

The Prime Contractor is to prepare and review all submittals prior to submitting for Government approval.

Identify submittals with the following information permanently adhered to or noted on each separate component of each submittal and noted on transmittal form. Each submittal description (SD) shall be tabbed appropriately and be complete per the specification. Included information shall be highlighted, clearly identifying the product(s) being submitted for review. Mark submittal, with the following:

a. Project title and location

b. Construction contract number

c. Date of the drawings and revisions

d. Section number and paragraph of the specification section by which submittal is required

e. Submittal description (SD) number of each component of submittal

f. When a resubmission, add numerical suffix on submittal description. For example, submittal 18 would become 18.1, to indicate resubmission. One copy of the rejected ENG Form 4025 and any associated continuation sheets shall be included with each re-submittal.

Construction material that does not have a specification shall be submitted for government approval and follow manufactures installation guidance for installation and construction. On the 4025 form mark the specification as the Division number"-MISC" and the section number and paragraph as "NA".

1.5.3 Format for SD-02 Shop Drawings

a. Shop drawings are not to be less than 8 1/2 by 11 inches nor more than 30 by 42 inches, except for full size patterns or templates.

Prepare drawings to accurate size, with scale indicated for electronic submission. Drawings are to be suitable for reproduction and be of a quality to produce clear, distinct lines and letters with dark lines on a white background.

b. Present full sized shop drawings as part of the bound volume for submittals required by section and requested by COR.

c. Include on each drawing the drawing title, number, date, and revision numbers and dates.

d. Number drawings in a logical sequence. Each drawing is to bear the number of the submittal in a uniform location adjacent to the title block. Place the Government contract number in the margin, immediately below the title block, for each drawing.

1.5.4 Format of SD-03 Product Data and SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

a. Present product data submittals for each section as a complete, bound volume. Include table of contents, listing page and catalog item numbers for product data.

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b. Indicate, by prominent notation, each product which is being submitted; indicate specification section number and paragraph number to which it pertains.

c. Provide product data in English units.

d. Include the manufacturer's name, trade name, place of manufacture, and catalog model or number on product data.

e. Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry and technical society reference standards, submit proof of such compliance. The label or listing by the specified organization shall be acceptable evidence of compliance.

1.5.5 Format of SD-04 Samples

a. Furnish samples in sizes below, unless otherwise specified or unless the manufacturer has prepackaged samples of approximately same size as specified:

(1) Sample of Materials Less Than 2 by 3 inches: Built up to A4 8 1/2 by 11 inches.

(2) Sample of Materials Exceeding A4 8 1/2 by 11 inches: Cut down to A4 8 1/2 by 11 inches and adequate to indicate color, texture, and material variations.

(3) Color Selection Samples: 2 by 4 inches. Where samples are specified for selection of color, finish, pattern, or texture, submit the full set of available choices for the material or product specified. Sizes and quantities of samples are to represent their respective standard unit.

(4) Sample Panel: 4 by 4 feet.

(5) Sample Installation: 100 square feet.

b. When color, texture or pattern is specified by naming a particular manufacturer and style, include one sample of that manufacturer and style, for comparison.

1.5.6 Format of SD-05 Design Data and SD-07 Certificates

Provide design data and certificates on 8 1/2 by 11 inches paper. Provide a bound volume for submittals containing numerous pages.

1.5.7 Format of SD-06 Test Reports and SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

Provide reports on 8 1/2 by 11 inches paper in a complete bound volume.

1.5.8 Format of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data (O&M)

Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA for O&M Data format.

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1.5.9 Format of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals and SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Provide all dimensions in administrative submittals in English.

1.6 QUANTITY OF SUBMITTALS

Submit ENG FORM 4025 electronically, and one copy and/or sample of the submittal material(s) listed on ENG FORM 4025 to COR.

1.7 PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS

The Contractor shall provide one of the payment protections identified in FAR 52.228-13, Alternative Payment Protections within the time specified in Block 12b of the SF 1442 (Far 28.102-1(b)(1)). Failure to provide executable documents within the stipulated timeframe may result in a payment delay or a termination action.

FAR 52.228-2, Additional Bonds Security, requires the Contractor to promptly furnish additional security if (a) Any surety upon any bond, or issuing financial institution for other security, furnished with this contract becomes unacceptable to the Government;(b) Any surety fails to furnish reports on its financial condition as required by the Government;

(c) The contract price is increased so that the penal sum of any bond becomes inadequate in the opinion of the Contracting Officer; or (d) An irrevocable letter of credit (ILC) used as security will expire before the end of the period of required security. If the Contractor does not furnish an acceptable extension or replacement ILC, or other acceptable substitute, at least 30 days before an ILC's scheduled expiration, the Contracting officer has the right to immediately draw on the ILC.

1.8 INSURANCE

In accordance with FAR Part 28.301 and Clause 52.228-5, Insurance - Work on a Government Installation, the following types of insurance and "minimum" amounts are required for this contract:

Insurance Requirements

TYPE AMOUNT

Workers' Compensation (See Note) $100,000

Comprehensive General Liability Insurance for Bodily Injury $500,000 per occurrence

Comprehensive Automobile Liability $200,000 per person $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury $20,000 per occurrence for property damages

NOTE: Workers' Compensation will be provided as regulated by the Division of Workers' Compensation, issued by a Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) licensed insurer, regulated by the TDI and guaranteed by the Texas Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association.

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1.7 SUBMITTAL REGISTER

Maintain and manage the submittal register, as the work progresses.

Contractor is responsible for ensure all material and products used on the job site are identified and submitted to the government. Do not change data which is provided by the Government in columns (c), (d), (e), and (f);

retain and update data which is approved or as noted by Government in columns (a), (g), (h), and (i). A submittal register showing items of equipment and materials for which submittals are required by the specifications is provided as an attachment. The original list provided by the government may not be all inclusive and additional submittals may be required.

Column (c): Lists specification section in which submittal is required.

Column (d): Lists each submittal description (SD No. and type, e.g. SD-02 Shop Drawings) required in each specification section.

Column (e): Lists one principal paragraph in specification section where a material or product is specified. This listing is only to facilitate locating submitted requirements. Do not consider entries in column (e) as limiting project requirements.

1.7.1 Use of Submittal Register

Submit submittal register with with each payment requested. Verify that all submittals required for project are listed and add missing submittals.

Coordinate and complete all fields on the register.

1.7.2 Contractor Action Code and Action Code

Entries for columns (j) and (o), are to be used are as prescribed by Transmittal Form.

1.8 SCHEDULING

a. No delay damages or time extensions shall be allowed for time lost in late submittals.

b. Coordinate scheduling, sequencing, preparing and processing of submittals with performance of work so that work shall not be delayed by submittal processing. Allow for potential resubmittal of requirements.

c. Prior to the start of any construction, provide for approval by the COR all preconstruction submittals.

d. Within 60 calendar days of contract award, provide for approval by the COR all other product and material submittals to be incorporated into the project.

1.9 REVIEWING, CERTIFYING, APPROVING AUTHORITY

The QC Manager (QCM) is responsible for reviewing and certifying that submittals are in compliance with contract requirements. Contractor approving authority on submittals is the QCM.

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1.9.1 QC Organization Responsibilities

a. Review each submittal; and check and coordinate each submittal with requirements of work and contract documents.

b. Review submittals for conformance with project design concepts and compliance with contract documents.

c. Sign certifying statement or approval statement. The QCM is the designated person signing certifying statements. The use of electronic signatures is required. Stamped signatures are not acceptable.

d. Update submittal register as submittal actions occur and maintain the submittal register at project site until final acceptance of all work by COR.

1.9.2 The Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) shall:

a. Review submittals for approval within scheduling period specified and only for conformance with project design concepts and compliance with contract documents.

b. Identify returned submittals with one of the actions defined in paragraph entitled "Review Notations" and with markings appropriate for action indicated.

Upon completion of review of submittals, date approved submittals. A copy of the electronic Form 4025 shall be returned to the Contractor.

1.9.3 Review Notations

COR's review shall be completed within 14 calendar days after date of submission. Submittals shall be returned to the Contractor with the following notations:

a. Submittals marked "approved" or "accepted" authorize the Contractor to proceed with the work covered.

b. Submittals marked "approved except as noted on drawings" authorize the Contractor to proceed with the work covered provided he takes no exception to the corrections.

c. Submittals marked "not approved" or disapproved," or "revise and resubmit," indicate noncompliance with the contract requirements or design concept, or that submittal is incomplete. Resubmit with appropriate changes. No work shall proceed for this item until resubmittal is approved.

d. Submittals marked "not reviewed" shall indicate submittal has been previously reviewed and approved, is not required, does not have evidence of being reviewed and approved by Contractor, or is not complete. A submittal marked "not reviewed" shall be returned with an explanation of the reason it is not reviewed. Resubmit submittals returned for lack of review by Contractor or for being incomplete, with appropriate action, coordination, or change.

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1.10 DISAPPROVED SUBMITTALS

Contractor shall make corrections required by the COR. If the Contractor considers any correction or notation on the returned submittals to constitute a change to the contract drawings or specifications; notice as required under the clause entitled, "Changes" is to be given to the COR.

Contractor is responsible for the dimensions and design of connection details and construction of work. Failure to point out deviations may result in the Government requiring rejection and removal of such work at the Contractor's expense.

If changes are necessary to submittals, the Contractor shall make such revisions and submission of the submittals in accordance with the procedures above. No item of work requiring a submittal change is to be accomplished until the changed submittals are approved.

For any rejection of a submittal the QCM has 1 days to resubmit unless directed otherwise from the KO.

1.11 APPROVED SUBMITTALS

The COR's approval of submittals is not to be construed as a complete and thorough check of the adequacy of the submittal. Approval or acceptance shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist.

1.12 APPROVED SAMPLES

Approval of a sample is only for the characteristics or use named in such approval and is not to be considered approval to change or modify any contract requirements. Before submitting samples, the Contractor is to assure that the materials or equipment shall be available in quantities and in adequate time as required by the project schedule. No change or substitution shall be permitted after a sample has been approved.

Match the approved samples for Materials and equipment incorporated in the work.

Failure of any materials to pass the specified tests shall be sufficient cause for refusal to consider, under this contract, any further samples of the same brand or make of that material.

Samples of various materials or equipment delivered on the site or in place may be taken by the COR for testing. Samples failing to meet contract requirements shall automatically void previous approvals. Contractor shall replace such materials or equipment to meet contract requirements.

1.13 WITHHOLDING OF PAYMENT

Payment for materials incorporated in the work shall not be made if required approvals have not been obtained. No payment for materials incorporated in the work shall be made if all required Designer of Record or required Government approvals have not been previously obtained. No payment shall be made for any materials incorporated into the work for any conformance review submittals or information only submittals found to contain errors or deviations from the Contract.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not Used

PART 3 EXECUTION

Not Used

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SPECIAL PROJECT PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

This Section covers the project requirements unique to Fort Hood, Texas.

These unique requirements relate to items such as the digging permit process, use of Fort Hood airfields, and Fort Hood permit requirements. No separate payment shall be made for work covered under this section.

1.1 REFERENCES

Texas Administrative Code

Rule 117.465 Emission Specifications-Title 30, Part 1, Ch 117, Subchapter D

Rule 117.467 Certification Requirements-Title 30, Part 1, Ch 117, Subchapter D

Rule 295.34 Asbestos Management in Facilities and Public Buildings-Title 25, Part 1, Ch 295, Subchapter C

Army Regulation 385-11

32 CFR 655.10 Use of Radiation Sources by Non-Army Entities on Army Land

U.S. Department of Transportation

MUTCD (2009) Maunual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD)

1.2 SUMMARY

The requirements of this Section apply to, and are a component part of, each section of the specifications.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Support Subcontractor Awards; G

Digging And Water Use Permits; G

Storm Water Prevention Pollution Plan (SWPPP); G

Water Use Permit; G

Fort Hood Airfield Access; G

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Traffic Control Plan; G

Army Radiation Permit; G

Utility Metering Permit; G

Range Passes; G

AT Level I Training; G

OPSEC Training; G

1.4 CONTRACT PROCEDURES

1.4.1 Pre-Bid and Pre-Construction Conferences

The Contracting Officer reserves the right to conduct a pre-bid/pre-proposal conference in conjunction with the site visit. When such conference is scheduled, all potential bidders/offerors attending the site visit will be required to attend the pre-bid/pre-proposal conference.

Space limitations dictate that no more than two representatives from each company may attend. The Contracting Officer will review solicitation submittal requirements, and other administrative matters critical for successful and timely performance of the work.

The Contractor shall, at the discretion of the Contracting Officer, attend a Government coordinated preconstruction conference within 10 calendar days of contract award. As a minimum, the conference shall be attended by the contractor's appointed project manager, the superintendent, the QCM, and administrative personnel responsible for preparation of contract documents, certified payroll records and invoices. The contractor shall deliver letter appointments of its key personnel that include each individual's duties, roles and responsibilities.

1.4.2 Progress Schedules

a. During the solicitation phase of the procurement, the contractor shall develop and submit with its bid/proposal, a draft progress schedule, specifically tailored to the requirements in the solicitation and related plans, drawings and technical specifications. This schedule will be used to validate the contractor's understanding of the various activities necessary to complete the contract within the stipulated timeframe stated at Block 11 of the Standard Form 1442. The progress schedule shall contain, as a minimum, every division of work, and every definable element of work within each division of work; e.g., mobilization of a trade activity, preparatory meetings, any demolition phases, installation phases, and inspection phases.

b. No later than the fifth calendar day following receipt of notification of award, the contractor shall deliver to the Contracting Officer a completed progress schedule as described in this section. In the event of a contract modification affecting individual work elements and/or overall construction completion, the contractor shall submit a revised progress schedule for review and approval within five calendar days of receipt of such modification. The schedule shall be digitally signed by the Contractor and delivered to the Contracting Officer, with a copy furnished any agents or representatives identified elsewhere in the contract.

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The progress schedule shall demonstrate the flow of work from contract award through final inspection and acceptance. It must display a time table, in weeks, of the contractor's method of prosecuting the work, and show a percentage and dollar value correlation of each division of work to the whole project (contract) value. Items with long lead times (Monaco panels, locks, building kits, etc.) should be reflected on the schedule as benchmarks for order placement. The schedule shall be electronically submitted for Government review and Contracting Officer approval.

Failure to provide the required schedule in the time allotted will become a basis for termination of the contract.

c. This scheduling tool used will have the capability to provide project updates that reflect actual % complete as work progresses under the contract. Updates shall accompany bi-weekly progress reports for Government review and approval .

1.4.3 Progress Payment Request

The Contractor shall read and be familiar with FAR Clause 52.232-5, Payments Under Fixed Price Construction Contracts, and 52.232-27, Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts.

FAR Clause 52.232-5 stipulates that the Government shall make progress payments monthly as work proceeds. Each progress payment request shall include all of the elements delineated at sub-paragraph (b)(1)(i)-(v).

Failure to comply with the minimum requirements in this reference will result in immediate rejection of the invoice until corrected.

Further sub-paragraph (e), Retainage, will be enforced. Relating back to the requirements for an appropriately detailed progress schedule, progress reports and progress payment requests shall be prepared in the same format as the approved progress schedule. Every definable element of work will be shown on every progress report and every payment request. For every element of work not completed by the approved time (late performance), the Contracting Officer will retain the maximum 10% of the amount of the payment of each incident of late performance until the work is satisfactorily completed and inspected in accordance with instructions and standards identified elsewhere in this contract.

Further, sub-paragraph (g), Reimbursement for bond premiums, will be enforced. The contractor shall provide evidence of payment of bond premiums paid to the surety (including coinsurance and reinsurance) before being allowed to submit for reimbursement of those expenditures in a progress payment request.

FAR Clause 52.232-27 (a)(i)(A) discusses the due date for making progress payments as 14 days after the designated billing office receives a PROPER payment request (see discussion above). The Contracting Officer will date/time stamp receipt of each progress payment request package when it is delivered. That date/time will mark day one of the 14-day period for payment IF there is no disagreement over quantity, quality, or contractor compliance with contract requirements. If there is a disagreement in quantity, quality, or contractor compliance with any aspects of the contract at the time of delivery of the invoice, the invoice date/time stamp will be stricken through, initialed and returned to the contractor for correction. This effectively stops the clock and it will start over when a properly executed invoice is delivered to the Contracting Officer.

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In accordance with DFARS 252.232-7003, the Contracting Officer hereby determines that the following process is in compliance with DFARS: Once the invoice has been certified by the Contracting Officer, AND the contractor receives a signed copy, the contractor shall initiate a Construction Payment Invoice in WAWF, and route it directly to the COR identified in this contract. The DODAAC that will be used in preparing the WAWF invoice is "W45NQ9". When the COR receives the WAWF invoice, he/she will verify the information submitted with the (local progress payment request form) approved invoice; if all information between the two documents is verified as correct and appropriate, the COR will perform the role of Acceptor, and approve the invoice forward to the DFAS for processing of the payment.

For contracts with a period of performance of 60 days or less the Contracting Officer has determined that no progress payment will be authorized. The Contractor shall be entitled to bill the Government for such projects only after completing a final inspection (and clearing any punch list generated), completion of any applicable O&M classes (to be coordinated with the COR), submission of final paperwork (i.e., as built drawings, DD 1354), and after confirming all certified payroll records have been submitted to the Government.

c. For projects negotiated with a longer performance period, progress payments are authorized one time each month, up to 80% of the project cost, but only after approval of a construction progress schedule, and only in the amounts verified on subsequently approved progress reports. Progress payment invoices will not be processed in the same week as the progress report is submitted. No progress payments are authorized above 80% of the contract value.

1.4.4 Written Guarantees and Guarantor's Representative

The Government is entitled to all standard commercially offered warranties/guarantees. The Contractor shall obtain all warranties, have them executed in writing, and furnish them to the Contracting Officer prior to final inspection. Additionally, the documentation shall include the name, address, and telephone number of the guarantor's representative responsible for the guarantee during the warranted period, and who will provide warranty related services covered by the warranty/guarantee. The existence of any commercial manufacturer's warranties does not relieve the contractor of responsibilities identified in FAR clause 52.246-21.

1.4.5 Toilet Facilities

The Contractor shall, at its own expense, provide and maintain portable chemical latrines at the job site for use by its employees and subcontractor employees. Portable chemical latrines must comply with the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) standards, as required.

At no time shall portable chemical latrines be placed in or near a roadway, driveway or building egress that would obstruct motorized or foot traffic.

1.4.6 Application of Wage Rates and Fringe Benefits

For the application of the wage rates and fringe benefits contained in the Decisions of the Secretary of Labor, attached to and a part of this contract, all work required within five feet outside the residential building lines shall be considered residential construction. Work involving construction, alteration or repair (also renovation and modernization) of barracks, hospitals, fire stations, office buildings, administration and

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Highway construction rates apply to the construction, alteration or repair of sidewalks, roads, streets, highways, runways, taxiways, alleys, trails, paths, parking areas and other similar, non-building projects.

1.4.7 Support Subcontractor Awards

Within five business days after the award of any subcontract, the Contractor shall deliver a completed SF Form 1413 (Statement and Acknowledgment) to the Contracting Officer. Each subcontract shall contain, as a minimum, the Contract Number, Task Order Number (if applicable), and Title. The subcontract must clearly identify what the subcontractor will be performing in relation to other trades on the job.

All subcontracts shall contain the anticipated period of performance that correlates with the approved Progress Schedule for that Division of work.

A sample format shall be submitted for Contracting Officer approval prior to commencement of work under this contract.

FAR Clause 52.222-11, entitled "Subcontracts (Labor Standards)", requires that the clauses listed therein be physically inserted in all subcontracts. However, if the Contractor subcontracts by means of purchase orders or other informal types of contractual situations, compliance will be considered provided if clauses are attached to the subcontract form.

Written acknowledgement by the subcontractor of these Labor Standards is required. Incorporation by reference does not constitute compliance.

1.4.8 Public Release of Information

Contractor and subcontractor personnel shall not publicly (or privately) discuss or release information, photographs, or other documents concerning any aspects of the materials or services relating to this contract or its task orders without the express written approval of the Contracting Officer.

1.4.9 Professional Relationship

The Government and the Contractor understand and agree that the services to be delivered under this contract are non-personal services and that no employer-employee or master-servant relationship exists or will exist under the contract between the Government and the Contractor or between the Government and the Contractor's personnel. Further, the Contractor is not the Government's agent.

The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over Contractor personnel performing services under this contract. Contractor personnel shall not become an integrated part of the Government organization in connection with performance under this contract.

The work required under this contract does not require or authorize the Contractor or his employees to exercise personal judgment and discretion on behalf of the Government, but rather, the Contractor's employees shall act and exercise personal judgment and discretion on behalf of the Contractor.

Contractor personnel shall not be eligible, by virtue of performance under this contract, for payment by the Government of entitlements and benefits accorded federal employees. The entire consideration to the Contractor for

SECTION 01 35 13 Page 18 performance of this contract is contained in the provisions for payment set forth in this contract.

1.4.10 Key Control

Keys will be provided to the Contractor for access to facilities, rooms and other areas necessary to perform work under this contract. Access to restricted areas shall be requested and provided through the COR. At no time are keys provided to the Contractor in performance of work under this contract to be removed from Fort Hood. Contractor employees shall retain keys in their possession only while physically performing work required by the task order. All keys not issued to a shift shall be secured in a locked key box provided by the Contractor. Only the Contractor's Project Manager and supervisors are permitted to have possession of master keys. At work locations where the Government does not secure a building, room or area, the Contractor shall provide, during construction and at no additional cost to the Government, hasps, padlocks and keys to the extent necessary to secure the work areas and Government property and equipment. Copies of these keys are to be provided to the Government upon direction of the Contracting Officer.

Any Government keys lost by the Contractor shall be replaced by the Contractor at the Contractor's expense. In the event a master key is lost by the Contractor, all locks and keys on that master key system shall be replaced by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

The Contractor shall not allow unnecessary or unauthorized access to locked buildings, rooms or areas. The Contractor shall not allow access to unauthorized persons, and at no time shall facilities under construction be left open and unattended. Upon the completion of work in a locked building, room or area, the Contractor shall turn off all lights and re-lock the building, room or area, unless otherwise approved by the COR.

For information regarding installation of locking devices, or duplicating key replacements, see the contract specifications at Technical Exhibit - A.

1.4.11 Protection of Work in Progress

During construction (following demolition and during the build back phase) inside a building or structure, The Contractor shall maintain a constant temperature no less than 45 degrees Fahrenheit AT ALL TIMES. Door and window openings shall be covered with heavy plastic or similar material suitable to preserve and protect existing building features; temporary heating equipment shall be provided as necessary to comply with this requirement. This is a minimum temperature requirement; however, the installation of different fixtures and finishes may require the air temperature to be higher to comply with the manufacturer's recommendation for an appropriate environment. Existing water pipes shall be properly insulated to prevent freezing; flooring materials shall be protected from buckling, puckering, loosening, cracking and breaking; drywall, drywall finishing and paint shall only be applied at the proper temperature, etc.

The Contractor shall not be entitled to claim differing site conditions in situations where reasonable care was not taken to ensure protection of the facility during construction; time extensions will not be granted based on weather conditions inside facilities and buildings where the interior temperature is not maintained at the appropriate level and prevents work from continuing on schedule. Existing building features and fixtures damaged through the negligence of the Contractor in not complying with this requirement shall be repaired / replaced at the Government's discretion and

SECTION 01 35 13 Page 19 solely at the Contractor's expense.

1.4.12 Request for Information

All Requests for Information (RFI) documentation prior to and after award shall be delivered to, and approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.4.13 Identification of Employees

A sample identification badge, of the type specified below, shall be submitted for approval prior to beginning work on this project. The badge requirement shall be as follows:

a. Furnish each employee on the project site a badge, whether engaged on the work or not.

b. Require employee to display badge in the chest area of outer clothing.

c. The minimum requirement for badge is as follows: Contract number; Employer's name; Employee's name; Employee's photograph;

Employee's position (job title); Employee number (each employee shall have a different number).

d. Show badge (one the Contractor has obtained for an employee) to the Contracting Officer for approval prior to "start work" on this project.

e. Prior to beginning work on this project, submit to the Contracting Officer a list of issued badges. Update list when Contractor personnel changes are made and prior to any new employees working on site.

f. Remove employees from project that are not displaying their badges.

g. Upon completion of the work, and when an employee of the Contractor no longer works on this contract, the Contractor shall collect badges from his employees immediately and submit them to the Contracting Officer within five calendar days. The badges shall become the property of the Government.

1.4 FORT HOOD PERMITS

1.4.1 Fort Hood Airfield Access

Contractors performing work under this contract requiring access to either Hood Army Air Field or Robert Gray Army Air Field must obtain access badges from the COR prior to starting site work. Security of these badges is the responsibility of the General Contractor who shall sign for the badges from the COR. No progress payments greater than 80% shall be approved until all badges are returned to the COR.

If work requires work access to the active airfield the contractor and subcontractors driving vehicles will be required to attend a driving training class and received the airfield access badge.

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1.4.2 Digging And Water Use Permits

The Contractor shall submit for and obtain digging permits directly from the Fort Hood Post DPW (254-287-9735), when Notice to Proceed is issued, before any drilling, digging, or excavation is undertaken.

a. Provide a completed form FH-Form 200-10 (December 2014), Coordination for Land Excavation & Water Use, to the DPW building 40001, Fort Hood, Texas for each permit. Allow 30 days for Government review of digging permit requests. A digging permit for a specified area of excavation expires 15 days after the issue date; the Contractor must re-apply for a new permit to perform excavation in the area if the excavation was not started within the 15-day period. The Contractor is required to maintain all utility markings at project site.

b. Permits shall identify all underground utilities within 5 feet of the designated area. The Contractor shall be responsible for all repairs, costs, and damages due to excavating without permit or damaging an identified utility. Unidentified utilities shall be repaired by the Contractor at Government expense.

c. All personnel performing the digging, including all subcontractor personnel must be present at the digging permit inspection. The permit must be kept on-site and presented if requested.

1.5.3 Storm Water Prevention Pollution Plan (SWPPP)

When contract specifications require a SWPPP in conjunction with digging permit, the Contractor shall submit the SWPPP to the COR within 5 business days of contract award. The Contractor shall respond to all SWPPP comments within 5 business days of notification of comments. A digging permit shall not be issued to the Contractor until the SWPPP is approved by the Government.

1.5.4 Traffic Control Plan

The Contractor shall submit for and obtain approval on Traffic Control Plan (TCP). The plan shall confirm to the current edition of the MUTCD. The plan shall be certified by a licensed professional engineer (PE), certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE), or certified Traffic Control Design Specialist. When developing the TCP, the person shall evaluate potential of construction impacts on existing traffic (e.g.

pavement drop offs, work adjacent to travel lanes, lane closures, detours, etc.). Consider safe operation by pedestrians and bicyclists in all stages of construction. Construction markings, traffic control devices, and barriers should be designed with this goal and shall be provided in accordance with the MUTCD. Continuous safe access to all properties during construction is necessary. The traffic control plan must consider this need and must describe how this need will be met.

TCP shall maintain and protect traffic on all affected roads during the construction period except as otherwise specifically directed by the Contracting Officer. Measures for the protection and diversion of traffic, including the provision of watchmen and flagman, erection of barricades, placing of lights around and in front of equipment the work, and the erection and maintenance of adequate warning, danger, and direction signs, will be as required by the State and local authorities having jurisdiction.

Protect the traveling public from damage to person and property. Minimize the interference with public traffic on roads selected for hauling material

SECTION 01 35 13 Page 21 to and from the site. Investigate the adequacy of existing roads and their allowable load limit. Contractor is responsible for the repair of any damage to roads caused by construction operations.

TCP submission shall include coversheet and required drawings to show required construction signage, barriers, detours and traffic impacts. TCP shall be legible and include labels for all streets and buildings.

Drawings shall show sidewalks, crosswalks, driveways, approach roads, tank crossings and intersections in the construction zone. Signs and barriers shall be identified on the TCP plan to include type, dimensions and locations, with offset to nearest fixed point or roadway station. Signs and barriers shall be required to direct pedestrians through or around a construction work zone. Show all traffic signals and regulatory signs within the affected construction zone. Location and dimensions from intersection or other fixed site condition shall be provided for signs, barriers, and delineators on each drawing. Speed limit shall be identified for work area and if speed limit is reduced a statement clearly identifying the new speed limit and location of signs shall be shown. All plans that request road closures shall provide detour routes with required signage shown. If work requires phasing, the phases shall be identified on separate sheets.

The TCP shall include on front sheet with the following information:

Project Information:

a. Project Number

b. Project Title (include specific location-street name/building number)

c. Project Purpose (i.e.: mill/overlay, full reconstruction, repair street lights)

d. Type of impact (i.e.: particle lane shut down, total road closure)

e. Dates work to be preformed

f. Time work will be preformed

g. 24 hr Emergency POC (name and number)

h. Certifying official (PE, PTOE or TCDS)

Access for fire stations, police stations, hospitals, and schools shall be maintained at all times. When restriction is necessary the customer shall coordinate with the COR to communication with the impacted users.

Documentation shall be provided to the COR with name, rank and phone number of person at facility that was coordinated with.

Contractor shall allow 30 days for Government review and approval.

1.5.4.1 Sequence of Construction Plan

For all projects that impact the normal flow of traffic, the traffic control plan shall include a construction staging plan detailing the recommended phasing of project improvements. Staging should maximize traffic operations and safety during construction, and should maximize construction worker safety, while considering ease of construction.

Detailed layout and arrangement of work zone signs, work zone pavement markings, traffic control devices, and drainage facilities should be provided for each construction stage.

1.5.4.2 Detour/Road Closure Plan

For any construction stage that requires a detour, the traffic control plans shall include a detour plan. Detours may include rerouting traffic

SECTION 01 35 13 Page 22 to existing parallel routes, constructing temporary paved routes, or a combination thereof. Impacts to existing parallel routes and the capacity to handle additional traffic must be analyzed along with any impact to existing utilities. Detailed layout and arrangement of construction signs, construction pavement markings, traffic control devices, and drainage facilities should be provided for each detour. Plans should include horizontal and vertical alignment and cross sections, as appropriate.

Detours shall be designed to operate at least at the existing posted speed whenever possible. If this cannot be accomplished, the plan shall include a request to reduce speed and signaled placed as part of the contract.

1.5.5 Army Radiation Permit

Non-Army agencies (including civilian contractors) require an Army radiation permit (ARP) to…