Attachment_2_Statement_of_Work.pdf

Roofing, Fort Bliss, TX

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STATEMENT OF WORK

FORT BLISS ROOFING SERVICES

PART 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. General. 0.

1.1. Background. Located in the arid and semi-arid climatic region of the Chihuahuan Desert, Fort

Bliss Military Reservation occupies more than 1,000,000 acres between Texas and New Mexico, portions of which are classified in high wind and seismic zones. Attributable to harsh environmental conditions, Fort Bliss has accumulated more than a hundred roofing related projects, with more added each season from a real property record exceeding 10,000 structures. Originally established in 1849, Fort Bliss is comprised of various types of historic and non-historic building constructions and occupancy classifications e.g. assembly, business, educational, high-hazard, residential, storage, etc. Hazardous materials, such as asbestos and lead, may be present in certain facilities.

1.2. Objectives. Contractor to furnish construction and related services to the Government in a professional and collaborative environment to sustain mission requirements. Construction services and finished products to be delivered on schedule, safely, and compliant with regulatory codes and standards.

1.3. Description of Work. Successful implementation of this contract requires the Contractor to make available and execute the following services, as associated with roofing systems construction:

Consultation, Evaluation, and Assessment Maintenance and Inspections Permitting, Surveying, Testing Emergency Services Protection of Existing Features Traffic Control Deconstruction, Demolition and Disposal Construction, Permanent and Temporary Quality Control Safety Management, Training, and Administration Coordination, Project and Construction Management Services Administration, Documentation and Delivery of Requisite Deliverables Commissioning, Systems Operation and Verification Shop, Record, and As-built Drawings Creation and Computer Drafting Warranty Support and Services

1.3.1. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and non-personal services necessary to perform work on roof systems as per this contract and incidental tasks related to successful implementation. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the subcontractors performing the construction herein. Such construction subcontractors shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.3.2. The Contractor shall be responsible for:

1.3.2.1. Demolition, abatement, remediation, and disposal of various types of existing building assemblies and systems, some of which contain mold and-or regulated (hazardous) materials, W911SG-17-R-0031 Page 2 e.g. asbestos and lead.

1.3.2.2. Repairs to existing roofing systems, sub-assemblies, accessories, and structures.

1.3.2.3. Disconnection, removal, and reinstallation of roof-mounted communication equipment and supports, electrical assemblies, solar collection (photovoltaic (PV) panels), plumbing, mechanical equipment with corresponding infrastructure, e.g. ductwork, plumbing, electrical, gas connections, and miscellaneous roof penetrations. Removed items to be protected from elements, infestation, contamination, and foreign debris while stored. All equipment and assemblies shall be cleaned and-or decontaminated by the Contractor prior to reinstallation and commissioning.

1.3.2.4. Furnishing new and complete roof membrane systems:

Built-Up Roofing (BUR), e.g. coal tar, asphalt, gravel and modified bitumen Liquid-applied Membranes Thermoset and Thermoplastic Single-Ply, e.g. EPDM, TPO Shingle, e.g. architectural, asphalt, fiberglass, metal, SBS modified bitumen Tile, e.g. clay, concrete

1.3.2.5. Furnish non-prorated full system warranty with "No Dollar Limit" (NDL), covering full system water-tightness, from a single source manufacturer. All roof curbs and penetration flashings integrated into the roof system shall be covered under the warranty. Warranty period of coverage shall last 20 years, minimum. Manufacturers’ warranties that require periodic inspections or repairs at the Government’s expense to maintain the warranty are not permitted.

1.3.2.5.1. Signatures on Warranty must be from the roof system manufacturer and the Government User, not the General Contractors.

1.3.2.5.2. Contractor shall be certified with applicable manufacture to install twenty-year, no-monetary-limit full-system warranties.

1.3.2.6. Installation of new roofing accessories and sub-assemblies, including underlayment, walkway pads, waterproofing, fire stopping, felts, decking, sealants, expansion control and joints, internal and external gutter systems, downspouts, roof drains, fascia, eaves, soffits, vents, baffles, hatches, flashings and insulation.

1.3.2.7. Incidental work, labor, and material necessary to protect interior spaces during undertaking (night seal), repair and replacement of damaged roof components, and work related to roof decking, sheathing, underlayment, membrane, fastening, flashing, and structural systems, e.g.

HVAC, plumbing, thermal and moisture protection, insulation, concrete, masonry, carpentry, painting, framing, welding, etc.

1.3.2.8. Temporary utilities, controls, protection, security, and support facilities, e.g. sanitary facilities, heating and cooling facilities, ventilation, electric power service, lighting, project identification and temporary signs, waste disposal facilities, field offices, storage and fabrication sheds, lifts and hoists, temporary stairs, construction aids, environmental protection, storm-water control, tree and plant protection, pest control, site enclosure fence, security enclosure and lockup.

1.3.2.9. The Contractor shall comply with applicable laws and regulations, including Federal Law, New

Mexico and Texas State Laws, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Laws and regulations, Part 6 of this Statement of Work (SOW) and precipitating codes.

1.4. Period of Performance. The period of performance shall be for 51.5 months, one (1) base period of 3.5 months, four (4) option years at twelve (12) months each. The Period of Performance reads as follows:

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1.5. Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at Fort

Bliss Military Reservation. Areas of work are commonly referred by the following designation:

Main Cantonment (West Bliss) William Beaumont Army Medical Center Biggs Army Airfield East Bliss Logan Heights area in El Paso County, TX McGregor Range, NM Dona Ana Camp, NM Ranges in Dona Ana County, NM Ranges in Otero County, NM

1.6. Occupancy. Projects will include occupied and unoccupied buildings. Work for this contract will be accomplished on various types of occupancy and building classifications; including single and multi-story assembly, business, educational, factory and industrial, high hazard, institutional, residential, storage, and utility type facilities. Taxonomy of buildings is determined by International Code Council (ICC) International Building Code (IBC).

1.7. QUALIFICATIONS

1.7.1. Contractor shall provide proof of at least three (3) years of membership in a professional or trade roofing-related organization such as National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Roof Consultants Institute (RCI), a state Roofing Contractors Association or Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA). Contractor shall possess a Level 4, full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English, on the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale.

1.7.2. Construction Project Manager. The Prime Contractor shall provide a Project Manager (PM) and Alternate Project Manager (APM), under the Contractor’s employ, who shall be accountable for overall supervision, management, and preparatory work related to delivery/task orders.

1.7.2.1. The role of the Project Manager is to be the Government’s Point of Contact (POC) for projects and administration of construction, e.g. initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, documentation, coordinating, scheduling, controlling and closure of a project. Per delivery/ task-order, the Project Manager is accountable for:

1.7.2.1.1. Management of performance of all trade contractors, review and analysis of SOW, architectural and engineering drawings and specifications; Ensuring contract documents and regulations are comprehended and followed; Supervision of Superintendent(s), reviewing and approving their reports, monitor reported difficulties, and correcting safety violations/ deficiencies;

Develops, tracks and controls construction schedule, project management plan, and associated costs to achieve completion of project.

1.7.2.2. The Project Manager shall possess the following:

1.7.2.2.1. Education. Minimum of bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, or construction management. In lieu of education, see 1.7.2.2.4 Certification.

Base year 14 SEP 2018 – 31 DEC 2018 Option Year 1 01 JAN 2019 – 31 DEC 2019 Option Year 2 01 JAN 2020 – 31 DEC 2020 Option Year 3 01 JAN 2021 – 31 DEC 2021 Option Year 4 01 JAN 2022 – 31 DEC 2022

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1.7.2.2.2. Language. ILR Level 4, full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.

1.7.2.2.3. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Construction Project Manager (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), managing multiple construction projects simultaneously related to roofing repair and replacement.

1.7.2.2.4. Certification. In lieu of applicable education requirements, Project Manager shall qualify if they possess active credentials as a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI).

1.7.3. Construction Superintendent. The Prime Contractor shall assign and have on the worksite a competent Construction Superintendent under the Contractor’s employ who shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of job site coordination, day-to-day operations, enforcement of safety and quality, and has authority to act for the Contractor.

1.7.3.1. The Superintendent shall possess the following:

1.7.3.1.1. Education. Minimum of associate’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or construction science. In lieu of education, see 1.7.3.1.4 Certification.

1.7.3.1.2. Language. ILR Level 4, Full Professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.

1.7.3.1.3. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Construction Superintendent (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), managing multiple

1.7.3.1.4. Certification. In lieu of applicable education requirements, The Construction Superintendent shall qualify if they possess active credentials as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) from the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI) or Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) or Associate Constructor (AC) from the American Institute of Constructors (AIC).

1.7.4. Construction Safety Manager. The Prime Contractor shall provide a Safety Manager under the Contractor’s employ who shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of the Contractor’s safety program(s) and plan(s).

1.7.4.1. The role of the Safety Manager is to be the Government’s POC for the safety program and administer all aspects of safety, health and environmental compliance, including hazardous materials; air and water pollution control; hazardous materials disposal. Per delivery/ task-order, the Safety Manager is accountable for:

1.7.4.1.1. Facilitating and ensuring the completion of facility safety assessments/investigations of reportable and non-reportable mishaps involving personal injury accidents, property damage, and cases of occupational illnesses; recording accident reports in an accurate, complete, and timely manner; Assures that claims for injuries and illnesses are posted in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration log; Promotes and furnishes applicable safety and health, accident prevention, and investigation training for Contractor’s employees; Assess and evaluates work environment, identifying potential hazards, and aids Contractor, Project Manager, and Superintendent during work place inspections; Supports Contractor, project manager(s), and superintendents in investigating accidents and developing measures to prevent recurrences.

1.7.4.2. The Safety Manager shall possess the following:

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1.7.4.2.1. Education. Not Applicable.

1.7.4.2.2. Language. ILR Level 4, Full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.

1.7.4.2.3. Experience. Three (3) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Safety Manager (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), identifying potential risks and hazards, investigating accidents, and promote occupational safety on multiple construction projects, simultaneously, related to roofing repair and replacement.

1.7.4.2.4. Certification. The Safety Manager shall possess active credentials as a Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) in construction or Master Certification (MC) from an OSHA Training Institute Education Centers.

1.7.5. Construction Quality Control Manager. The Prime Contractor shall provide a Quality Control

Manager under the Contractor’s employ who shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of the Contractor’s quality control and management program(s) and plan(s).

1.7.5.1. The role of the Quality Control Manager is to be the Government’s POC for the safety program and administer all aspects of quality. Per delivery/ task-order, the Quality Control Manager is accountable for:

1.7.5.1.1. Implementation of the Quality Control Plan to ensure completion of identified procedures, outlined testing and reporting of data to the Government on appropriate forms and in accordance with the Quality Control System; Inspection of work for conformance to project plans and specifications. Identify issues arising during construction and verifying that deficiencies have been corrected. Recording and notifying the Project Manager and/or Project Superintendent of problems on a timely basis so that corrections can be made without impact to the project schedule; Create, update and maintain the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports; Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary; Scheduling, reviewing, certifying, and managing submittals, including those of subcontractors, designers of record, consultants, manufacturers, offsite fabricators, suppliers, and purchasing agents; Tracking preparatory, initial, and follow-up control phases and control, verification, and acceptance tests including documentation;

Continuing development of the project Quality Control Plan to address the specific needs of task-orders, as required; Examination of the work area to assure that all required preliminary work has been completed and is in compliance with the contract; Review of drawings and each paragraph of applicable specifications, reference codes, and standards applicable to work being performed in the field.

1.7.5.2. The Construction Quality Control Manager shall possess the following:

1.7.5.2.1. Education. Minimum of bachelor's degree in business administration, architecture, engineering, construction management, engineering technology, building construction, or building science.

In lieu of education, see 1.7.5.2.4. Certification.

1.7.5.2.2. Language. ILR Level 4, full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.

1.7.5.2.3. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Quality Control Manager (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), managing multiple

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1.7.5.2.4. Certification. In lieu of applicable education requirements, the Construction Quality Control Manager shall qualify if they possess active credentials as a Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence CQM/OE from the American Society for Quality (ASQ), Certified Construction Manager (CCM) from the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI), or Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) from Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).

1.8. INSPECTIONS

1.8.1. Inspection Requirements. The Contractor is responsible for performing or having performed all inspections and tests necessary to substantiate that the raw materials, components, intermediate assemblies, and end products furnished under this contract conform to contract requirements, including any applicable technical requirements for specified manufacturers’ parts.

1.8.2. Inspection -- Dismantling, Demolition, or Removal of Improvements. Unless otherwise designated by the specifications, all workmanship performed under the contract is subject to Government inspection at all times and places where dismantling or demolition work is being performed. The Contractor shall furnish promptly, and at no increase in contract price, all reasonable facilities, labor, and materials necessary for safe and convenient inspection by the Government. The Government shall perform inspections in a manner that will not unduly delay the work.

1.8.2.1. The Contractor is responsible for damage to property caused by defective workmanship. The

Contractor shall segregate and remove from the premises any unsatisfactory facilities, materials, and equipment used in contract performance, and replace them with satisfactory items within seventy-two (72) hours of written notice. The Contractor and any surety shall be liable, to the extent specified in the contract for any damage or cost of repair or replacement.

1.8.3. Inspection of Construction. The Contractor shall maintain an adequate inspection system and perform such inspections as will ensure that the work performed under the contract conforms to contract requirements. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government. All work shall be conducted under the general direction of the KO and is subject to Government inspection and test at all places and at all reasonable times before acceptance to ensure strict compliance with the terms of the contract.

1.8.3.1. Government inspections and tests are for the sole benefit of the Government and do not – Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for providing adequate quality control measures;

Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for damage to or loss of the material before acceptance;

Constitute or imply acceptance; or Affect the continuing rights of the Government after acceptance of the completed work.

1.8.4. The presence or absence of a Government inspector does not relieve the Contractor from any contract requirement, nor is the inspector authorized to change any term or condition of the specification without the KO’s written authorization.

1.8.5. The Contractor shall promptly furnish all facilities, labor, and material reasonably needed for performing such safe and convenient inspections and tests as may be required by the KO. The Government may charge to the Contractor any additional cost of inspection or test when work is not ready at the time specified by the Contractor for inspection or test, or when prior rejection makes re-inspection or retest necessary. The Government shall perform all inspections and tests in a manner that will not unnecessarily delay the work. Special, full size, and performance tests shall be performed as described in the contract.

1.8.6. The Contractor shall replace or correct work found by the Government not to conform to contract requirements, unless in the public interest the Government consents to accept the

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work with an appropriate adjustment in contract price. The Contractor shall promptly segregate and remove rejected material from the premises.

1.8.7. If, before acceptance of the entire work, the Government decides to examine already completed work by removing it or tearing it out, the Contractor, on request, shall promptly furnish all necessary facilities, labor, and material. If the work is found to be defective or nonconforming in any material respect due to the fault of the Contractor or its subcontractors, the Contractor shall defray the expenses of the examination and of satisfactory reconstruction.

However, if the work is found to meet contract requirements, the KO will make an equitable adjustment for the additional services involved in the examination and reconstruction, including, if completion of the work was thereby delayed, an extension of time.

1.8.8. Unless otherwise specified in the contract, the Government will accept, as promptly as practicable after completion and inspection, all work required by the contract or that portion of the work the KO determines can be accepted separately. Acceptance shall be final and conclusive except for latent defects, fraud, gross mistakes amounting to fraud, or the Government’s rights under any warranty or guarantee.

1.9. HOURS OF OPERATION

1.9.1. Normal Work Hours. The Contractor shall perform all work during normal work hours. Normal work hours are defined as the time period from 07:30 hours (7:30AM) to 16:30 hours (04:30 PM) MST, Mondays through Fridays except on Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor will not be reimbursed when the Government facility is closed for the above reasons. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this SOW when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

1.9.2. Federal Government Holidays.

New Year’s Day 1st day of January Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday 3rd Monday of January Presidents Day 3rd Monday of February Memorial Day Last Monday of May Independence Day 4th day of July Labor Day 1st Monday of September Columbus Day 2nd Monday of October Veterans Day 11th day of November Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday of November Christmas Day 25th day of December

1.9.2.1. When one of the above designated legal holidays falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be observed as a legal holiday. When a legal holiday falls on a Saturday, the proceeding Friday is observed as a legal holiday. This list of holidays relates to Government duty days and is not intended to supplement or otherwise alter the provisions of any Wage Determination regarding applicable paid holidays.

1.9.2.2. It is understood and agreed between the Government and the Contractor that observance of such days by Government personnel shall not be a reason for an additional period of performance, or entitlement of compensation except as set forth within the contract. In the event the Contractor’s personnel work during the holiday, the Contractor may reimburse them;

however, no form of holiday or other premium compensation will be reimbursed either as a direct or indirect cost, other than their normal compensation for the time worked, unless

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stipulated otherwise. This provision does not preclude reimbursement for authorized overtime work if applicable.

1.9.2.3. When the Department of Defense grants excused absence to its employees, the Contractor agrees to continue to provide sufficient personnel to perform critical tasks already in operation or scheduled, and shall be guided by the instructions issued by the KO or the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

1.9.2.4. If Government personnel are furloughed, the Contractor shall contact the KO or the COR to receive direction. It is the Government’s decision as to whether the contract price/cost will be affected as a result of a Government shutdown and/or furloughed Government employees. In the event that a Government shutdown and/or furloughed Government employee does impact contract price/cost, a negotiated settlement will be reached as deemed appropriate by the KO.

1.9.3. Approval of Work outside Normal Work Hours. Approval of work other than normal work hours of the military reservation will be based upon the requirements of the task order, technical or safety factors and not for the convenience of the Contractor. This is not intended to restrict the Contractor to an 8-hour workday if the segment of project requires continuous work until completed because of mission requirements, the technical nature thereof, in the interest of safety, or to prevent damage to the project or other property. The Contractor will give prior notice of such requirements to the KO. When weekend or holiday work is required, the Contractor shall make a request to perform the same to the KO not less than 48 hours in advance so that arrangements may be made to provide full-time inspection of the work. When the Government requires the Contractor to work outside normal hours, the Contractor will be notified at the onset of the project, but not less than 24 hours in advance.

1.10. SECURITY.

1.10.1. Security Requirements. Contractor personnel (including sub-contractors) who are assigned to work in a secure facility shall be escorted by the activity that owns the secure facility.

1.10.2. 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 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.

1.10.3. For contractors that do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation.

Contractor and all associated sub-contractors 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.

1.10.4. Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government equipment, information and property provided for Contractor use IAW AR 190-13, The Army Physical Security Program. At the close of each work period, Government facilities, equipment and materials shall be secured by the Contractor.

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1.10.5. Key Control. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/key cards issued to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons.

1.10.5.1. In the event keys, other than master keys, are lost or duplicated, the Contractor shall, upon direction of the KO, re-key or replace the affected lock or locks; however, the Government, at its option, may replace the affected lock or locks or perform re-keying. When the replacement of locks or re-keying is performed by the Government, the total cost of re-keying or the replacement of the lock or locks shall be reimbursed by the Contractor. In the event a master key is lost or duplicated, all locks and keys for that system shall be replaced by the Government and the total cost reimbursed by the Contractor. Any Government property stolen or damaged in association with keys being duplicated, misplaced, or lost by the Contractor personnel, shall be reimbursed to the Government.

1.10.5.2. The Contractor shall prohibit the use of Government issued keys/key cards by any person other than the Contractor’s employees. The Contractor shall prohibit the opening of locked areas by Contractor employees to permit entrance of persons other than Contractor employees engaged in the performance of assigned work in those areas, or personnel authorized entrance by the

KO.

1.10.5.3. Lock Combinations. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all lock combinations are not revealed to unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall ensure that lock combinations are changed when personnel having access to the combinations no longer have a need to know such combinations. These procedures shall be included in the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

1.10.6. Security of Classified Items, Systems and Information. The Contractor, as a general rule, shall not have access to classified information; however, should classified documents fall into the possession of the Contractor, the Contractor shall immediately contact the COR for disposition instructions.

1.11. SAFETY.

1.11.1. Accident Prevention. The Contractor shall provide and maintain work environments and procedures which will (1) safeguard the public and Government personnel, property, materials, supplies, and equipment exposed to Contractor operations and activities; (2) avoid interruptions of Government operations and delays in project completion dates; and (3) control costs in the performance of this contract.

1.11.1.1. For these purposes on contracts for construction or dismantling, demolition, or removal of improvements, the Contractor shall: Provide appropriate safety barricades, signs, and signal lights; Comply with the standards issued by the Secretary of Labor at 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) part 1926 and 29 CFR part 1910; and Ensure that any additional measures the KO determines to be reasonably necessary for the purposes are taken.

1.11.1.2. If this contract is for construction or dismantling, demolition or removal of improvements with any Department of Defense agency or component, the Contractor shall comply with all pertinent provisions of the latest version of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, in effect on the date of the solicitation.

1.11.1.3. Whenever the KO becomes aware of any noncompliance with these requirements or any condition which poses a serious or imminent danger to the health or safety of the public or Government personnel, the KO will notify the Contractor orally, with written confirmation, and request immediate initiation of corrective action. This notice, when delivered to the Contractor or the Contractor's representative at the work site, shall be deemed sufficient notice of the noncompliance and that corrective action is required. After receiving the notice, the Contractor

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shall take corrective action within twenty-four (24) hours. If the Contractor fails or refuses to promptly take corrective action, the KO may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. The Contractor shall not be entitled to any equitable adjustment of the contract price or extension of the performance schedule on any stop work order issued.

1.11.1.4. Before commencing the work, the Contractor shall –

1.11.1.4.1. Submit a written proposed plan for implementing this paragraph (1.11.1). The plan shall include an analysis of the significant hazards to life, limb, and property inherent in contract work performance and a plan for controlling these hazards; and

1.11.1.4.2. Meet with representatives of the KO to discuss and develop a mutual understanding relative to administration of the overall safety program.

1.11.2. Reporting of Fire and Safety Hazards. The Contractor shall train personnel to recognize fire and safety hazards and encourage personnel in the performance of their duties to report fire and safety hazards and unsafe conditions to their supervisor. The Contactor shall take corrective action to remedy reported deficiencies IAW the terms of this contract. The COR shall be notified of deficiencies beyond the terms of this contract.

1.11.3. Environment and OSHA. The Contractor shall comply with all local, State, and Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, and regulations. Any apparent conflict between compliance with such local, State, and Federal environmental and occupational safety laws, rules, regulations, and compliance with the requirements of the contract shall be immediately brought to the attention of the KO or authorized representative for final resolution.

The Contractor shall notify the KO or authorized representative in writing in addition to any verbal notification of such conflict. The Contractor shall be liable for all fines, penalties, and costs which result from violations of, or failure to comply with, all such local State, or Federal laws, rules, and regulations. All unsafe acts or conditions fostered by the Contractor or Contractor personnel may be grounds for the KO or authorized representative to halt any and all Contractor performance with a commensurate deduction of monies due to the Contractor until such unsafe conditions are corrected. The Contractor shall take due caution not to endanger personnel during performance of this contract. Upon discovery of a serious hazard such as fire, or large fuel spill, the Contractor shall notify the KO or designated representative and COR.

1.11.4. Reporting Mishaps. The Contractor shall adhere to reporting of mishaps IAW AR 385-10, The Army Safety Program and DA Pam 385-40, Army Accident Investigations and Reporting. In addition, the Contractor shall report: (1) Injury or occupational illness to on-duty Contractors;

(2) Contractor accidents involving Army property and personnel.

1.11.5. Personnel Safety. The Contractor shall immediately correct all safety deficiencies upon notification of the deficiencies by the KO, designated representative or COR, and shall notify the KO of the corrective action to be taken.

1.12. PERSONNEL.

1.12.1. For purposes of this paragraph, the term “personnel” or “employee(s)” refers to any person performing work related to this contract, the Contractor’s employees, agents, representatives, or Subcontractors. The Contractor shall staff this effort with trained, competent and capable employee(s) for the discipline they are assigned to. Contractor personnel shall present a clean, neat, and professional appearance. The Contractor shall ensure that employees meet all applicable federal, state, local, and installation certification, licensing, medical requirements, and qualifications to perform all assigned tasks and functions as defined in this contract prior to commencement of work. The Contractor shall not permit any personnel to work under this

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contract if such person is identified by a Government authorized representative to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the Army and Fort Bliss Military Reservation. All Contractors’ personnel shall comply with installation security, access procedures, and Contractor’s Safety Plans.

1.12.2. Contractor’s personnel, whose tasks involve operation of any vehicles, shall possess a valid

U.S. state driver’s license, certificates and permits, applicable for the type and class of vehicle being operated.

1.12.3. Contractor’s personnel shall either be a United States Citizen or authorized to work in the

United States or possess a valid U.S. Immigration T-151 or I-94, Alien Registration Card.

1.12.4. Identification of Contractor Employees. The Contractor (to include Subcontractors) shall provide each employee an Identification (ID) Badge, which includes at a minimum, the Company Name, Employee Name and a color photo of the employee. ID Badges for Key Personnel shall also indicate their job title. ID Badges shall be worn at all times during which the employee is performing work under this contract. Each Contractor (to include Subcontractors) employees shall wear the ID Badge in a conspicuous place on the front of exterior clothing and above the waist except when safety or health reasons prohibit. The Contractor (to include Subcontractors) shall be responsible for collection of ID Badges upon completion of the contract or termination of employee. A listing of issued identification cards shall be furnished to the KO prior to the contract performance date and updated as needed to reflect Contractor and Subcontractor personnel changes. All contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.12.5. Conflict of Interest & Employment of Government Personnel. The Contractor shall not knowingly employ any person who is a U.S. Government employee if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. Additionally, subcontracted parties and service providers shall not knowingly employ any person who is an employee of the Government, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives written approval according to DOD 5500.7- R, Joint Ethics Regulations (JER) by the individual’s commander or director. A copy of the authorization will be provided to the COR. In addition, the Contractor is prohibited from employing Government Quality Assurance Representatives (QAR) whom the Contractor knows or should have known are responsible for monitoring any contracts/subcontracts awarded to the service provider.

1.12.6. Conduct of Employees. Employees shall conduct themselves IAW installation policies concerning conduct and DOD 5500.7-R, JER. The KO may require the Contractor to remove from the job site any employee working under this contract for reason of misconduct, security, found to be, or suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other incapacitating agents. Contractor employees shall be subject to dismissal from the premises if such action is necessary in the best interests of the Government. The removal from the job site or dismissal from the premises shall not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the services as required by this SOW.

1.12.7. Contractor Vehicles.

1.12.7.1. All Contractor vehicles shall be readily identifiable. Identification shall include displaying Contractor’s name in a clear and unobstructed location on the vehicle.

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1.12.7.2. Motor vehicles entering Fort Bliss Operational Area shall be properly licensed, insured, and registered with the Installation Access Pass Office.

1.12.8. Gate Policy for Fort Bliss. All contractor personnel must get their passes at the Chaffee Commercial Pass Office. Fort Bliss has started implementing a rapid pass gate entry security service. Under the rapid pass program, Contractor personnel are vetted through a series of national and local record checks to determine whether they meet Fort Bliss’ criteria for access.

The determination of whether to authorize a pass (badge) is made by the Government.

Participation in the rapid pass program is optional. The number of gates open to non-registered Contractor personnel will be limited to gates which can safely accommodate traffic backups.

However, all gates will be open to rapid pass registered Contractor personnel. Contractors who choose not to participate in the rapid pass program will be required to obtain a daily pass.

1.12.8.1. Installation access requirements and procedures may change during the term of the contract.

The Contractor shall comply with all changes, and such compliance shall not be grounds for a request for an equitable adjustment or other contract modification.

1.12.9. Contractor Advertising. The Contractor shall not place or display advertising of any kind on Government property.

1.12.10. Key Personnel. The personnel listed below are considered essential to the work being performed hereunder. Prior to substituting, removing, replacing, or diverting any of the specified individuals, the Contractor shall notify the KO fifteen (15) working days in advance and shall submit a written request and justification (including proposed substitutions) in sufficient detail to permit evaluation of the impact on this Contract. The proposed substitution of personnel must meet or exceed the education, experience, and other technical requirements of the personnel being replaced. No change in personnel shall be made by the Contractor without the prior written consent of the KO. However, in urgent situations, as determined or agreed to by the KO, an oral request to substitute key personnel may be approved and subsequently ratified by the KO in writing. Such ratification shall constitute the consent of the KO required by this paragraph. The KO will notify the Contractor within ten (10) working days after receipt of all required information of the decision on the substitution(s). In the event the proposed substitution of key personnel does not meet or exceed the education, experience, and other technical requirements of the personnel being replaced, the Government reserves the right to require continued performance of previously approved key personnel or to require substitution of acceptable replacements for the individuals specified below. The key personnel listed below may, with the consent of the contracting parties, be amended from time to time during the course of the Contract to either add or delete personnel as appropriate.

Construction Superintendent Construction Project Manager Construction Safety Manager Construction Quality Control Manager

1.12.11. Supervision of Contractor Employees. The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over Contractor or Subcontractor employees while performing work under the contract.

Such employees shall be accountable solely to the Contractor, not the Government. The Contractor, in turn, shall be accountable to the Government for Contractor or Subcontractor employees.

1.13. ADMINISTRATIVE.

1.13.1. Conferences / Meetings. The Contractor shall attend post award conferences convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office. The KO, COR, and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. At these meetings the KO will apprise the Contractor of how the Government

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views the Contractor's performance and the Contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. Contractor shall document attendance, discussions and outcomes of meetings (meeting minutes) and digitally disseminate information to persons in attendance.

1.13.2. Data Rights. The Government has unlimited rights to all documents/material produced under this contract. All documents and materials, to include the source codes of any software, produced under this contract shall be Government owned and are the property of the Government with all rights and privileges of ownership/copyright belonging exclusively to the Government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the KO. All materials supplied to the Government shall be the sole property of the Government and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other Government rights.

1.13.3. Contract Drawings and Specifications. The Government will provide to the Contractor, without charge, one set of contract drawings and specifications, except publications incorporated into the technical provisions by reference, in electronic or paper media as chosen by the KO. The Contractor shall check all drawings furnished immediately upon receipt; Compare all drawings and verify the figures before laying out the work; promptly notify the KO of any discrepancies;

Be responsible for any errors that might have been avoided by complying with this paragraph;

and Reproduce and print contract drawings and specifications as needed. In general large-scale drawings shall govern small-scale drawings; and the Contractor shall follow figures marked on drawings in preference to scale measurements. Omissions from the drawings or specifications or the mis-description of details of work that are manifestly necessary to carry out the intent of the drawings and specifications, or that are customarily performed, shall not relieve the Contractor from performing such omitted or mis-described details of the work. The Contractor shall perform such details as if fully and correctly set forth and described in the drawings and specifications.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2. Definitions and Acronyms.

2.1. Definitions. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Dictionary of US Army Terms, AR 310-25 and Authorized Abbreviations and Brevity Code, AR 310-50, are the references for definitions and acronyms not listed below.

2.1.1. Contract Administrator. The official Government representative delegated authority by the KO to administer a contract. This individual is normally a member of the appropriate Contracting/Procurement career field and advises on all technical contractual matters.

2.1.2. Contractor. A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or services to the Government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.3. Contracting Officer (KO). A person with authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the Government. Note:

The only individual who can legally bind the Government.

2.1.4. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). An employee of the U.S. Government appointed by the KO to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has the authority to provide technical direction to the Contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. This individual does NOT have authority to change

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2.1.5. Controlled Area. A controlled space extending upward and outward from a specified point. This area is typically designated by a commander or director, in which sensitive information or operations occur and require limitations of access.

2.1.6. Deliverable. Quantifiable goods or services that will be provided as specified in the contract.

Deliverables can be tangible or intangible items as a portion or part of the development process, function, or characteristic of a project; may include non-manufactured things such as, photographs, meeting minutes and-or reports.

2.1.7. Physical Security. Actions that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.8. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of Contractor performance.

2.1.9. Quality Control. All necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.

2.1.10. Subcontractor. One that enters into a contract with a prime Contractor. The Government does not have privity of contract with the Subcontractor.

2.1.11. Work Day. The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services IAW the contract.

2.1.12. Work Week. Monday through Friday, except for Federal holidays unless specified otherwise.

2.1.13. Acronyms.

AFARS Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement APM Alternate Project Manager ANSI American National Standards Institute AR Army Regulation AT Antiterrorism CA Corrective Action CDR Contract Deficiency Report CFR Code of Federal Regulations CMR Contract Manpower Reporting

COR Contracting Officer Representative CQC Contractor Quality Control CRM Cultural Resource Manager DA Department of the Army DFARS Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement DOD Department of Defense DPW Directorate of Public Works DWG Drawing EPDM Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer FAA Federal Aviation Administration FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation FPCON Force Protection Condition HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning GIS Geographic Information System IAW In Accordance With IAQ Indoor Air Quality ICC IBC International Code Council International Building Code IDIQ Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity JER Joint Ethics Regulations

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KO Contracting Officer KTR Contractor KS Contract Specialist MUTCD Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices NFPA National Fire Protection Association NHPA National Historic Preservation Act NLT No Later Than NTP Notice to Proceed OPSEC Operation Security OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration POC Point of Contact QA Quality Assurance QASP Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan QC…