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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

U.S. Army Garrison Adelphi Laboratory Center (ALC) Emergency Generator Maintenance 05/09/2017

C.1. BACKGROUND: The primary mission of United States Army Garrison, Adelphi Laboratory Center (ALC) is to provide valuable support services and infrastructure to enable scientific research, development, and well-being of the workforce. ALC serves the Soldier and collaborates with Army scientists and researchers by providing excellent laboratory facilities and support services. This contract is to obtain testing and maintenance services for emergency generators and automatic transfer switches located throughout the U.S. Army Garrison ALC, 2800 Powder Mill Road; Adelphi, Maryland 20783. The purpose of this contract is to assure that tested electrical equipment and systems are operational and within applicable standards and manufacturer’s tolerances and that the equipment and systems are suitable for continued service.

C.1.1 Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at the U.S. Army Garrison ALC, 2800 Powder Mill Road; Adelphi, Maryland 20783.

C.1.2 Security Requirements: Contractor personnel performing under this scope of work on the ALC premises must be citizens of the United States, either native-born or naturalized. No foreign nationals shall be permitted on ALC. Cases of dual or multiple citizenships will be reviewed by security personnel. Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must be able to obtain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) clearance prior to commencement of work under this contract, and must be able to maintain a NACI clearance during the performance of the contract. The Contractor must pass the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Interstate Identification Index (III) background investigation to gain access on the installation. All NACI and NCIC III investigations will be performed at the Government’s expense.

C.1.3 Personnel Requirements: The Contractor shall fulfill the requirements listed in sections C.1.3.1 and C.1.3.2.

C.1.3.1 The Contractor shall provide all management, supervision, personnel, transportation, equipment, materials, supplies, parts and all other resources necessary to perform testing and maintenance services on emergency generators listed in C.11 Technical Exhibit I and the associated automatic transfer switches listed in C.11 Technical Exhibit II. The routine maintenance and operational testing program shall be based on the manufacturer’s recommendations and NFPA 110 guidelines.

C.1.3.2 The Contractor shall perform the required routine maintenance and operational testing necessary to ensure that the tested electrical equipment and systems are within applicable standards and are suitable for continued service. The maintenance procedures and frequency should follow those recommended by the manufacturer. In the absence of such recommendations, see section C.5.2 and C.6 of this PWS.

C.1.3.3 The Contractor shall ensure that all work under this contract is performed by appropriately trained/experienced personnel. The Contractor shall ensure that personnel are thoroughly trained in precautionary measures that protect themselves and the health of other building personnel.

C.1.3.4 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO): In accordance with EM 385-1-1, at critical times (potential for lost time or fatalities) based on the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), the Contractor shall employ one (1) SSHO onsite under the project at ALC. The SSHO shall be a direct employee of the prime contractor, independent from any project management functions, with total authority to stop work in the event of any unsafe condition until the Government can assess the concern and provide a decision on what, if any, further action needs to be taken. In the event the SSHO stops performance of the contract due to an unsafe condition, the SSHO shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Contracting Officer immediately. The SSHO shall report directly to a person of authority in the corporate office, shall act autonomously from the project, and shall not be subordinate to any onsite or corporate project staff.

C.1.4 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures: Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The Contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in Contractor security matters or processes.

C.1.5 Description of Services/Introduction: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform maintenance, and testing services for generators located throughout the U.S. Army Garrison ALC as defined in this PWS, Section 8, The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract and any applicable industry standards.

C.1.6 Hours of Operation: The services and repairs to be performed under this contract shall be performed during normal Government Operating Days, Monday through Friday except for Federal holidays, between the hours of 0700 to 1630 local time. If services are scheduled by the Contractor to be performed on a regular federal holiday (see below), or one designated by Presidential proclamation, rescheduling will approved at the discretion of the COR.

*The holiday is observed on the preceding Friday of the following Monday when the holiday occurs on Saturday or Sunday, respectively.

C.1.7 Quality Control: The Contractor shall develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Program to ensure services are performed in accordance with this PWS. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor’s quality control program is the means by which the Contractor assures all work complies with the requirement of the contract. See section “C.9.3 Quality Control Plan” of the PWS for more details regarding the Quality Control Plan.

C.1.8 Quality Assurance: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the Contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable defect rate(s).

C.2. OBJECTIVE:

C.2.1 This is a non-personal services contract to provide maintenance, and repair services for backup generators located throughout the U.S. Army Garrison ALC. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

C.3. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INFORMATION:

C.3.1 The Government will provide access to its library of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) manuals and technical data to the extent it exists for equipment and property. These manuals shall be used to determine the manufacturers’ equipment specifications. The Contractor’s access shall be limited to viewing and copying the material but not removing it from the office where it is located.

C.3.2 The Government will provide access to its library of As-built Drawings to the extent that they exist. The Contractor’s access shall be limited to viewing and copying the material but not removing it from the office where it is located.

C.4. GENERAL:

C.4.1 The Contractor shall conduct all efforts in such a manner as to minimize the impact of noise in or near the work area. Any action that will change the primary function or performance of any building system will need to be performed during a time that is least likely to disrupt mission activities. This will require major activities on core systems to be performed during a later shift, on weekends or during outage periods.

C.4.2 The Contractor shall provide preventive maintenance and repairs to: (1) assure continuous installation operations in order to prevent disruptions that could adversely affect building services and ongoing operations; and (2) prevent/minimize premature failure/deterioration of systems and equipment covered by this contract.

C.4.3 For all times that work is performed, the Contractor shall sign out the generator equipment keys from the ALC Directorate of Public Works (DPW), located in Building 103. After the Contractor has completed work at the job site, the Contractor shall return the generator equipment keys to the Project Manager/COR at the end of the day.

C.4.4 All keys will be furnished by the Government. Furthermore, if keys are lost or duplicated by the Contractor, and in the opinion of the Government it is necessary to replace or recode locks, the direct cost of such replacement or recoding shall be deducted from the current invoice.

C.4.5 Warranty: The Contractor shall warranty all workmanship, materials, and equipment for repairs under this contract for a minimum period of not less than one (1) year.

C.4.6 The Government makes no representation or guarantee as to the condition of equipment on the start date of the contract, and no adjustments will be made in the contract price relative to equipment condition after the award of the contract.

Installation Access: Access and general protection/security policy and procedures. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Army controlled installation, facility, or area. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes. For contractors that do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation. Contractor and all associated subcontractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

C.4.7 Wage Determination: The contractor shall comply with the provision at FAR Part 52.212-3 and the current wage determination attached at C.11 of this PWS.

C.5. REQUIREMENTS:

C.5.1 Preventive Maintenance/Inspection and Testing/Incidental Repairs: The Contractor shall perform all preventive maintenance/inspection and testing/incidental repairs of the systems and equipment listed at Technical Exhibits I, II (Attachments), which identify the types of equipment and their locations at ALC. The routine maintenance and operational testing program shall be based on the manufacturer’s recommendations and the latest edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 110 “Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems” 70B “Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance”, 70E “Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces”, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), National Electric Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), and all other Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.

C.5.1.1 Before performing work during off-business hours or on a weekend, the Contractor shall recommend a timeframe for repairs to be completed no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to commencing work. The COR will provide their concurrence within two (2) business days.

C.5.1.2 Levels of Service:

C.5.1.2.1 The Contractor shall perform at the frequency required for Level 2 installations NFPA 110, 2016 (figure A.8.3.1a).

C.5.1.2.2 The Contractor shall perform at the frequency required for Level 1 installations NFPA 110, 2016 (figure A.8.3.1a)

C.5.1.3 The Contractor shall provide a maintenance log similar to NFPA 110, 2016 (figure A.8.3.1b) to the COR on a monthly basis See Section C.9.4.

C.5.1.4 EPSS components shall be maintained and tested by qualified person(s).

C.5.1.5 Equivalent loads used for testing shall be automatically replaced with the emergency loads in case of failure of the primary source.

C.5.1.6 A written schedule for routine maintenance and operational testing of the EPSS shall be established. A permanent record of the EPSS tests, exercising, operation, and repairs shall be maintained and readily available See Section C.9.1.

C.5.1.7 The permanent record shall include the following:

C.5.1.7.1 The date of the maintenance report.

C.5.1.7.2 Identification of the servicing personnel.

C.5.1.7.3 Notation of any unsatisfactory condition and the corrective action taken, including parts replaced.

C.5.1.7.4 Testing of any repair for the time as recommended by the manufacturer.

C.5.1.8 The operational test shall be initiated at an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and shall include testing of each EPSS component on which maintenance or repair has been performed, including the transfer of each automatic transfer switch to the alternate power source, for a period of not less than 30 minutes under operating temperature. Transfer switches shall be operated quarterly. The quarterly test of a transfer switch shall consist of electrically operating the transfer switch from the primary position to the alternate position and then a return to the primary position. Operations that involve ATS that control elevators shall be coordinated with the COR and the elevator contractor for support. External delays shall be reported to the COR within one (1) business day of the delay.

C.5.1.9 Diesel generator sets, all generators except the one located in building 601, shall be exercised monthly with the available EPSS load and shall be exercised annually with supplemental loads at not less than 50 percent of the generator nameplate kilowatt (kW) rating for 30 continuous minutes and at not less than 75 percent of the EPS (Emergency Power Supply) nameplate kW rating for 1 continuous hour for a total test duration of not less than 1.5 continuous hours.

C.5.1.10 Spark-ignited generator set, like the one located in building 601, shall be exercised at least once a month with the available EPSS load for 30 minutes or until the water temperature and the oil pressure have stabilized.

C.5.1.11 The generator test shall be initiated by simulating a power outage using the test switch on the ATS or by opening a normal breaker.

C.5.1.12 Load tests of generator sets shall include complete cold starts.

C.5.1.13 Time delays shall be set as follows:

C.5.1.13.1 Time delay on start 1 second minimum and 0.5 second minimum for gas turbine units.

C.5.1.13.2 No minimum is required for time delay on transfer to emergency.

C.5.1.13.3 Time delay on restoration to normal shall be set to 5 minutes minimum.

C.5.1.13.4 Time delay on shutdown shall be set to 5 minutes minimum.

C.5.1.14 Transfer switches shall be subjected to a maintenance and testing program that includes all of the following operations:

C.5.1.14.1 Checking of connections C.5.1.14.2 Inspection or testing for evidence of overheating and excessive contact corrosion.

C.5.1.14.3 Removal of dust and dirt from the transfer switches

C.5.1.15 EPSS circuit breakers including main and feed breakers between the generator and the transfer switch load terminals, shall be exercised annually with the generator in the “off” position. Circuit breakers should be tested under simulated overload conditions every 2 years.

C.5.1.16 The Contractor shall perform monthly maintenance of lead-acid batteries and battery chargers in accordance with the schedule shown in Figure A.8.3.1a within the 2016 edition of NFPA 110 See Section C.9.1.

C.5.1.17 A fuel quality test shall be performed at least annually using ASTM D 975 Standard Specification for Diesel Fuel Oils. Inferior fuel shall be removed and disposed off-site.

C.5.1.18 The Contractor shall use the generator logbook provided at each generator location to record the date of each visit as well as the services performed.

C.5.2 Incidental Repairs: When any repair is identified, the Contractor shall document the effort with the COR. If the total cost of the effort (labor, materials, and other related costs) for a single, individual repair is estimated to be less than $2,000, the work is defined as an incidental repair and shall be completed by the Contractor as part of the basic contractual effort. Multiple, unrelated incidental repairs below the incidental repair threshold cannot be combined to exceed the incidental repair threshold in order to receive additional reimbursement. Any quotes received over the incidental repair threshold that combine multiple, unrelated repairs will be rejected by the Government and shall be performed by the contractor as part of the basic contractual effort. Any individual repair that exceeds the incidental repair threshold shall be immediately reported to the COR in writing. The Contractor shall prepare a quote for the required repairs within one (1) week of notifying the COR for review and approval.

C.5.3 Unscheduled Maintenance Repairs: The Contractor may be required to perform unscheduled repairs under this contract. The Government shall reimburse actual costs associated with any approved unscheduled repairs that are not included under incidental repairs. The Contractor is required to obtain approval from the COR prior to performing any unscheduled repair and provide an estimate for the associated costs. The Government will determine if a repair(s) are necessary. Repairs under this section to emergency generators, automatic transfer switches, and all components listed in Technical Exhibits 1-2 are covered under the Unscheduled Maintenance Repairs CLIN for each year including options.

C.6. Procedures

C.6.1 Operation and Testing Procedures: The Contractor shall follow the manufacturer's written procedures and the following as a minimum:

C.6.1.1 Perform maintenance per Maintenance Schedule C.6.1.2 Record running time meter (RTM) reading at start and end of test.

C.6.1.3 Simulate normal power failure from a “cold start” by use of the test switch in automatic transfer switch or by opening normal power supply to EPSS.

C.6.1.4 Observe and record time delay (T/D) on start.

C.6.1.5 Record cranking time (terminates when engine starts).

C.6.1.6 Transfer load to generator.

C.6.1.7 Record alternating current (AC) voltage, frequency, amperage, kW.

C.6.1.8 Record initial oil pressure and battery-charging rate.

C.6.1.9 Record oil pressure, battery-charging rate, and water or air temperature after 15 minutes running time.

C.6.1.10 Return test switch to normal or reestablish normal power supply at such time to cause a minimum running time of 30 minutes under load.

C.6.1.11 Record prime mover and ac instruments just prior to transfer.

C.6.1.12 Record time delay on retransfer.

C.6.1.13 Record time delay on shutdown for units so equipped.

C.6.1.14 Place unit in automatic operation mode.

C.7. Environmental Compliance:

C.7.1 The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, Local, and Army regulations governing environmental control. The Contractor shall obtain and provide copies of any required licenses and permits, as necessary, to comply with applicable Federal, State, local or municipal laws, codes or regulations during the performance of this work. The Contractor shall immediately report any nonconformance and/or noncompliance with applicable federal, state, local environmental laws, statutes, executive orders, and provisions of Army Regulation 200-1, and any specifications within this contract to the COR.

C.7.2 The Contractor shall ensure all work is conducted in accordance with, and in support, of the goals of the ALC Environmental Management System (EMS). The ALC EMS goals are the following: (1) reduce hazardous waste generation, (2) recycle solid waste generated to the maximum extent practicable, and (3) reduce energy consumption.

C.7.3 The Contractor shall recycle all solid wastes they generate, including construction and demolition debris, to the maximum extent practicable. Weight records for any waste that is recycled by the Contractor, as well as weight records for any waste that is disposed in a landfill by the Contractor, shall be provided to the ALC Environmental Division.

C.7.4 The Contractor shall be responsible for the management and disposal of all hazardous wastes they generate. Hazardous wastes shall be managed and disposed in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, Local, and Army regulations. All costs associated with the management and disposal of hazardous wastes are the responsibility of the Contractor.

C.7.5 The Contractor shall be responsible for the management of all hazardous materials they use and store onsite. Any hazardous materials or chemicals brought onto the Installation by the Contractor must be pre-approved for use by the ALC Environmental Division, ATTN: IMAL-PWF. The Contractor shall provide complete and current copies of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS's) to the ALC Environmental Division for approval no less than ten (10) days prior to bringing any hazardous materials or chemicals onto the Installation.

C.7.6 The Contractor shall provide and maintain an adequate supply of absorbent and other spill management materials on the jobsite. Upon occurrence of any spill or fire, the Contractor or his agent shall immediately contain the spill and call (301) 394-1117 to report the incident. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to clean up a spill to the satisfaction of the DPW Environmental Division and the State of Maryland Waste Management Administration, at no additional expense to the Government.

C.7.7 Universal waste including but not limited to some mercury containing building products such florescent lamps, mercury vapor lamps, high pressure sodium lamps, CRTs, batteries, aerosol paint containers, electrical equipment containing PCBs, and consumed electronic devices, shall be managed in accordance with applicable environmental law and installation instructions.

C.7.8 Contractor shall when given a verbal and/or written notice of environmental noncompliance or nonconformance by the COR, take immediate corrective action. Failure or refusal to comply promptly may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to invoke the appropriate contractual remedies. This may cause all or part of the work to be stopped immediately until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.

C.7.9 Contractor shall follow Federal EPA Comprehensive Procurement guidelines (www.epa.gov/cpg) and Army Contracting Command Quick Guide (https://acc.aep.army.mil/accapps/ACCMAP/Documents/Quick-Guide-for-Sustainable-Procurement.docx) for acquisition of building materials and products and select materials that have a long life cycle; the least toxic materials; recyclable materials; materials that are resource-efficient; materials with the maximum recycled content; materials harvested on a sustained yield basis; and products causing the least pollution during their manufacture, use, and reuse.

C.7.10 Contractor shall obtain from the COR or Designated Government Representative (DGR), a copy of the army Materiel Command’s (AMC) National Environmental Policy Act Policy and 32 CFR 651 which addresses actions to be taken by contractor. These documents include but is not limited to the analysis-associated decision document of an Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision; Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact or Notice to Proceed; or Record of Environmental Consideration on the proposed contract actions prior to commencement of such actions.

C.7.11 Mercury is prohibited, unless specified otherwise, and with the exception of mercury vapor lamps and fluorescent lamps. Dumping of mercury-containing materials and devices such as mercury vapor lamps, fluorescent lamps, and mercury switches, in rubbish containers is prohibited. Remove without breaking, pack to prevent breakage, and transport out of the activity in an unbroken condition for disposal as directed. Immediately report to the DGR and COR instances of breakage or mercury spillage. Clean mercury spill area to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. Cleanup of a mercury spill shall not be recycled and shall be managed as a hazardous waste for disposal

C.8. Safety:

C.8.1 The Contractor shall comply with all pertinent provisions of the Maryland State Occupational Safety & Health standards (MOSH), OSHA standards and Army Research Laboratory Memorandum No. 38514, Occupational Safety and Health program. The Contractor shall provide Hazard Communication training to all Contractor employees working with potentially hazardous materials at ALC in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Code of Federal Regulations). The Contractor shall provide all necessary safety equipment including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities. The equipment shall be used wherever it is necessary by reasons of hazards processes or environment, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition.

C.8.2 The Contractor shall conduct all efforts in a safe manner by following NFPA 70E.

C.8.3 The Contractor shall safeguard and maintain all government property as well as provide for the safety and wellbeing of personnel employed in the performance of this contract. The Contractor shall comply with the Laboratory Regulation 3855 Safety Lockout/Tagout Procedures as well as OSHA regulation entitled, "The Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tagout) 29 CFR 1910.147.

C.8.4 All U.S. Army contracts fall within the purview of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385–1–1, http://140.194.76.129/publications/eng-manuals/em385-1-1/2008_English/entire_2008_English.pdf and Part 1910, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR 1910) and Part 1926, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR 1926) http://www.dol.gov/ that establish legal requirements. The version in effect at time of contract award will be used to ensure that adequate safety requirements are included in all Army construction contracts.

C.8.5 Construction and architect-engineer contracts will include the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) clause 52.236–13 and will include the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) 013529 (formerly 01525) as appropriate http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/browse_org.php?o=70.

C.8.6 The Government will review the Contractor’s Safety Plan for adequacy (Safety Plan), implementation, completeness and compliance with OSHA and EM 385–1–1 requirements within ten (10) days of starting the work.

C.8.7 Fire Protection plans shall be reviewed during the pre-operational planning to ensure that they provide the level of protection necessary to address possible fires in the operation. Exits and egress will meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.33 through 29 CFR 1910.39, Subpart E; fire prevention plans; and The Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards.

C.8.8 Permit-required confined space and permit space must conform to OSHA's standard for confined spaces (29 CFR 1910.146) http://www.osha.gov which contains the requirements for practices and procedures to protect employees in general industry from the hazards of entering permit spaces and Z117.1 - 2003, Safety Requirements for Confined Spaces. Any employer who allows employee entry into a confined space must develop and implement a written program for the space. (Confined Space).

C.8.9 During site visits and inspections, the Contractor’s compliance with the safety plan, regulatory safety requirements, and accepted practices will be observed. Safety violations will be documented and provided to the contracting officer for transmittal to the Contractor who will be required to take corrective action. Depending upon the severity of the findings, follow-up inspections to determine that specific deficiencies have been corrected may be required.

C.8.10 Where appropriate, the Contractor shall provide personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to: protective clothing, eyewear, hearing protection, gloves and safety shoes. The Contractor shall ensure the proper use of this personal protective equipment.

C.8.11 The Contractor shall ensure all personnel operating and performing work on this contract, to include sub-contractors shall be fully trained, experienced and certified/licensed where required by federal, state or local laws for performing the required tasks and meet required health, safety and environmental standards.

C.8.12 All Contractor provided equipment must conform to an approved testing laboratory standard i.e. UL, ANSI, ASTM, etc…and approved by the COR prior to being used on or within Government property. Contractor will ensure equipment is inspected, tested and/or maintained in accordance with manufacturing requirements/standards and operated within the safe operational parameter. All defective equipment will be removed from service immediately.

C.8.13 The Contractor shall ensure all emergency notifications systems i.e. fire alarm, gas alarms, weather alerts are understood by their employees and the Contractor shall ensure an emergency action plan is implemented.

C.8.14 The Contractor shall conduct all efforts in such a matter to minimize the impact of noise in or near the work area. Any action that will change the primary function or performance of any building system will need to be performed during time that will least likely to disrupt mission activities. This will require major activities on core systems to be performed during a later shift, on weekends or during outage periods.

C.8.15 The Contractor shall record and report promptly to the COR, all available facts relating to each instance of damage to Government property or injury to either Contractor or Government personnel. The Contractor shall maintain an accurate record of exposure data on all accidents or incidents related to work performed under this contract resulting in death, traumatic injury, occupational disease, or damage to property, materials, supplies, or equipment.

C.8.16 The Contractor shall immediately secure any accident scene or wreckage until released by the accident investigative authority through the KO.

C.8.17 The Contractor shall confirm through the COR that no known hazardous conditions currently exist within the area of proposed work, i.e. the existence of Asbestos, Toxic gas, Toxic metals, including "heavy metals".

C.8.18 The Contractor shall coordinate with the facilities electricians prior to conducting any electrical related work, and will implement lockout –tagout (LOTO) procedures as appropriate.

C.8.19 All construction sites will be provided either ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) or assured equipment grounding conductor program to protect employees from electrical energy.

C.8.20 The Army and OSHA defer to NFPA70E 2015 for guidelines for electrical safety in the workplace. Prior to awarding contracts, authorizing work, and in the oversight of Contractor activities, please confirm that work practices by Contractors are in compliance with the standard, including but not limited to:

C.8.20.1 Energized electrical workers are Qualified (in addition to technical electrical work skills and practices, qualification for includes completion of training in NFPA 70E 2015, selection and safe use of a meter, and AED/CPR (only if a certified responder is not available within appropriate response time).

C.8.20.2 Electricians are appraised in writing of hazards associated with work, including shock and arc flash hazards associated with the specific system/location in which they are working. In the absence of arc flash and shock boundary demarcation, the Contractor shall determine values using IEEE-approved methods, and the ALC AHJ shall review and concur.

C.8.20.3 Electricians use appropriate PPE, as defined by NFPA 70E 2015, in accordance with the hazard presented.

C.8.20.4 Electricians follow appropriate work practices to avoid inadvertent contact with energized parts when working in and around electrical equipment.

C.8.20.5 Energized work requires prior approval the Contractor AHJ and the ALC AHJ and Garrison Manager.

C.8.21 The Contractor shall develop, implement and maintain at the workplace a written hazardous communication program.

C.8.22 The Contractor is responsible to ensure that all sub-contractors comply with these contractual requirements for construction and are fully briefed on these provisions. A documented record will be maintained at the job site, which will include the list of persons briefed, signatures, contents of the briefing, date and time.

C.8.23 Scaffolds and their components shall be capable of supporting, without failure, at least four (4) times the maximum intended load. Guardrails and toe-boards shall be installed on all open sides and ends of platforms more than 6 feet about the ground floor. All planking shall be scaffold grade or equivalent.

C.8.24 Each employee on a walking/working surface (Horizontal/Vertical) with an unprotected side or edge which is six (6) feet or more above the lower level shall be protected from falling.

C.8.25 Seatbelt usage is mandatory at all times.

C.8.26 Equipment should always be installed, serviced and repaired only by Authorized Service Dealers, or competent, qualified and certified technicians who have a thorough knowledge of and always comply with standard operating procedures, applicable codes and regulations. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has published several booklets on standards pertaining to standby electric systems. NFPA 110 provides important information on ‘Standards for Emergency and Standby Power Systems’. It is essential to check whether the generator and its accessories comply with the latest version of any standards as applicable to the equipment.

C.9. Deliverables:

C.9.1 Schedule of Work: The Contractor shall provide a schedule of work that incorporates all maintenance tasks and their corresponding frequencies in accordance with Figure A.8.3.1(a) within NFPA 110, 2016. The schedule shall include ATS operational tests as described in section C.5.2.5 of this PWS. A draft copy of this schedule shall be provided to the COR two (2) weeks after contract award. The COR will return the schedule, with input/comments, to the Contractor within seven (7) days of receipt of the submission. The Contractor shall submit the final schedule, for approval, within seven (7) days of receipt of the schedule with COR comments. The schedule of work shall be approved before work begins. This deliverable applies to the base year of the contract, and each individual option year exercised.

C.9.2 Accident Prevention Plan: The Contractor shall develop an APP in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Appendix A, and provide a draft copy to the COR two (2) weeks after contract award. The APP shall address all aspects of EM 385-1-1 for limited scope services (abbreviated APP in accordance with EM 385 1-1 Appendix A). The APP will be reviewed for completeness and compliance with OSHA and EM 385-1-1. The COR will return the APP, with input/comments, to the Contractor within seven (7) days of receipt of the submission. The Contractor shall submit the final APP, for approval, within seven (7) days of receipt of the plan with COR comments. The APP shall be approved before work begins and said plan is implemented.

C.9.3 Quality Control Plan: The Contractor shall prepare and deliver a quality control plan, respective of the Quality Control Program (see section C.1.7 of the PWS), to include a schedule, to the COR for review within two (2) weeks after contract award. The COR will return the quality control plan, with input/comments, to the Contractor within seven (7) days of receipt of the submission. The Contractor shall submit the final quality control plan, for approval, within seven (7) days of receipt of the plan with COR comments. The Contractor shall submit the final quality control plan, for approval, within seven (7) days of receipt of the plan with COR comments. The quality control plan shall be approved before work begins and said plan is implemented.

C.9.4 Maintenance Log: The Contractor shall provide a maintenance log similar to Figure A.8.3.1 (b) found within the 2016 edition of NFPA 110. This maintenance log shall be delivered to the COR on a monthly basis.

C.9.5 Test Report: The Contractor shall document all results and findings of the preventative maintenance in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 70B, 2016 edition. The Contractor shall provide these results in a test report three (3) weeks after the scheduled maintenance is completed and prior to contract expiration. Contractor formatting is acceptable if in accordance with standard industry practices and if all criteria of NFPA 70B are met.

C.9.6 iWATCH Training: This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO). This local developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within 15 calendar days of contract award and within five (5) calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 25 calendar days after contract award.

C.9.7 PWS.1: CONTRACTOR MANPOWER REPORTING:

ACCOUNTING FOR CONTRACT SERVICES REQUIREMENT – ENTERPRISE-WIDE CONTRACTOR MANPOWER REPORTING APPLICATION (CMRA)

The contractor shall report ALL contractor labor hours (including subcontractor labor hours) required for performance of services provided under this contract for the Garrison via a secure data collection site. The contractor is required to completely fill in all required data fields using the following web address: http://www.ecmra.mil/, and then click on “Department of the Army CMRA” or the icon of the DoD organization that is receiving or benefitting from the contracted services.

Reporting inputs will be for the labor executed during the period of performance during each Government fiscal year (FY), which runs October 1 through September 30. While inputs may be reported any time during the FY, all data shall be reported no later than October 31 of each calendar year, beginning with 2013. Contractors may direct questions to the help desk by clicking on “Send an email” which is located under the Help Resources ribbon on the right side of the login page of the applicable Service/Component’s Contractor Manpower Reporting website.

C.10. REFERENCES:

C.10.1 The work shall be performed in accordance with the latest published version of the following Codes, Standards and Industry recommendations:

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

· NFPA 110, 2016– Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems.

· NFPA 70B-2016– Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance.

· NFPA 70E-2015– Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces.

Unified Facilities Criteria:

· UFC 3-560-01 Electrical Safety, O&M; with Change 4

· UFC 3-501-01 Electrical Engineering, February 3, 2010 including Change 2, July 1, 2012 Department of the Army Pamphlet:

· DA PAM 385-26, The Army Electrical Safety Program, 1 February 2013

· OSHA- Occupational Safety and Health Administration Law & Regulations 32 CFR Part 651 - Environmental Analysis of Army Actions (AR 200-2)

· NEPA- National Environmental Policy Act

C.11. ATTACHMENTS:

· Technical Exhibit I

· Technical Exhibit II

· Wage Determination

Contracting Officer:

Legal:

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