SOW (Final) IFB W912C320B0005_Repairs B504_6 July 2020.docx

Statement of Work (SOW) and Technical Specifications Minor Repairs to Building 504 Fort Buchanan, PR

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 00 01 15 List of Drawings

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

Section 04 20 00 Unit Masonry

DIVISION 05- METALS

SECTION 05 52 00 Metal Railings

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

DIVISION 08 - DOORS AND WINDOWS

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

Section 10 28 13 Toilet Accessories

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

ATTACHMENTS (ELECTRONIC VERSION)

1. ------------- LEAD BASED PAINT (LBP) AND ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIASLS (ACM) MARCH, 2015 SURVEY REPORT BY ZIMMETRY ENVIRONMENTAL, TEL. (787)-376-9010.

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DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 00 01 15

LIST OF DRAWINGS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

This document lists the drawings for the project pursuant to contract clause "DFARS 252.236-7001, Contract Drawings, Maps & Specifications."

1.2 CONTRACT DRAWINGS

Contract drawings are as follows:

and Index of Drawings

A-1

A-2 New Work Floor Plan

Building Elevations

1.3 REFERENCE DRAWINGS;

The reference drawings are intended only to show the existing site condition. Drawings are the property of the Government and shall not be used for any purpose other than that intended by the contract. Information on procuring these drawings may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

SECTION 01 11 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS- not used

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

1.2.1 Project Description

Provide labor, equipment, materials, insurances, supervision, incidentals and transportation necessary to perform the work in connection with the "Minor Repair, Building 504, Fort Buchanan, P. R.". Renovation areas include installation of additional stainless steel grab bar at handicap bathroom compartment, replace of the exterior air condition ductwork, perform a cleaning to all A/C duct (supply & return, including, Package Unit, diffusers and grills), perform duct leak test and air balance, remove existing south and east aluminum windows (six (6) opening), fill one (1) windows openings with concrete block and install new aluminum-glass windows at five (5) remaining windows openings, replace existing 20 door locks with new to meet ADA requirement, install new handrail at existing entrance ramp and stair railing and install new vinyl tiles over existing flooring, cut the doors bottom to avoid obstruction with the new floor level.

The renovation work shall be conducted in accordance with applicable codes, DIVISION 02- EXISTING CONDITION and Unified Facility Criteria's as identified herein.

Prospective Bidders. All prospective bidders are encourage to visit the site and familiarize with all conditions that might affect the work or cost thereof. A site visit is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

1.2.2 Location

The work is located at the Building 504, South Terminal Road, approximately as indicated. The exact location will be shown by the Contracting Officer.

1.3 OCCUPANCY OF PREMISES

Building(s) will be occupied during performance of work under this Contract.

Before work is started, arrange with the Contracting Officer a sequence of procedure, means of access, space for storage of materials and equipment, and use of approaches, corridors, and stairways.

1.4 EXISTING WORK

In addition to FAR 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements:

a. Remove or alter existing work in such a manner as to prevent injury or damage to any portions of the existing work which remain.

b. Repair or replace portions of existing work which have been altered during construction operations to match existing or adjoining work, as approved by the Contracting Officer. At the completion of operations, existing work must be in a condition equal to or better than that which existed before new work started.

1.5 SCOPE OF WORK:

1.5.1 ARCHITECTURAL/CIVIL

1.5.1.1 Demolition Works: Contractor shall perform selected demolition, disposal and recycling works indicated in drawings D-1 in accordance with attached Specifications in DIVISION 02, EXISTING CONDITIONS indicated in the TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 02 41 00, DEMOLITION; SECTION 02-82-00, ASBESTOS REMEDIATION; SECTION 02 83 00; LEAD REMEDIATION.

a) Remove to recycling existing aluminum windows (6 opening) 72" x 72", Remove to recycling existing security metal grill. See drawing for exact location.

b) Remove to dispose 21 existing knob locks at interior door.

c) Remove all wall base from the areas that will receive new vinyl tiles.

1.5.1.2 New works: Contractor shall perform all works indicated in drawing Sheets A-1 and A-2 in accordance with following Specifications;

DIVISION 04, MASONRY indicated in TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 04 20 00, UNIT MASONRY.

a) Fill one (1) wall opening with concrete block units, result of the windows removal (see drawings for location).

DIVISION 05, METALS indicated in the TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 05 52 00, METAL RAILINGS.

a) Supply and install new galvanize metal hand-railing at entrance ramp and guard railing at stair, equal or similar to the existing, see drawing for location and details.

b) Install new 6'-0" long of guard rail equal to the existing, to improve the existing Air Conditioning protection. Include the relocation of existing guard rail at west section to extent the Guard Rail protection system around the A/C equipment.

DIVISION 07, THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION indicated in the TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING; SECTION 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

a) Apply acrylic caulking around interior and exterior new aluminum and glass windows.

b) Install Fire stooping Material at wall pass for supply and return conduits, include metal flashing installation to protect the duct and wall from exterior weather condition.

DIVISION 08, DOORS AND WINDOWS indicated in the TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 08 56 53, BLAST RESISTANT TEMPERED GLASS WINDOWS; SECTION 08 71 00, DOOR HARDWARE.

a) Install blast resistant (Medium Level of Protection) single hung aluminum and glass windows at five (5) Opening result of the existing windows removal, see drawing for location and details.

b) Supply and install 21 new commercial grade level lock to existing doors for meet ADA requirement.

c) The bottom of the doors shall be cutting (1/8” (+/-)) or grinder to avoid problem with the new flooring.

DIVISION 09, FINISHES indicated in the TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 09 24 23, CEMENT STUCO; SECTION 09 65 00, RESIELENT FLOORING; SECTION 09 90 00, PAINTING AND COATING.

a) Apply cement plaster coating to the window opening filled with concrete block wall to match the surround surface finish.

b) Apply one coat of primer and two coat of paint at whole wall affected by demolitions and new works.

c) Install new Vinyl tiles 12"x12"x1/8" with rubber wall base.

DIVISION 10, SPECIALTIES indicated in the TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 10 28 13, TOILET ACCESSORIES.

a) Supply and install two stainless steel grab bar at bathrooms handy cap partitions equal to existing.

1.5.2 MECHANICAL/AIR CONDITIONING

Contractor shall perform all works indicated in drawing Sheet D-1 in accordance with attached specifications in DIVISION 23 HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING indicated in the TABLE OF CONTENTS: SECTION 23 01 30.41 HVAC SYSTEM CLEANING; SECTION 23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING, & BALANCE; SECTION 23 07 00 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS; SECTION 23 31 13.00 40, METAL DUCTS; SECTION 23 37 13.00 40 DIFFUSERS, REGISTER.

1.5.2.1 The Project: Consists of the "remove to dispose" the existing exterior air conditioning metal ductwork and component damaged by corrosion and replace with new ductwork equal to the existing in material, dimensions, configuration, connections, support and all components. Remove to storage existing Split unit and reinstall after the window opening is block up. Perform A/C duct cleaning and sanitizing including packaged unit, supply and return grills and all A/C components.

1.5.2.2 Scope of Work: Project shall include materials, labor, supervision, services, equipment and tools required for the following construction:

a) Remove to dispose, existing supply and return exterior air conditioning ducts and corresponding accessories, including the flexible connection (F.C.) at the units, until the portion of duct passing inside the building. Demolish the necessary portion of wall around the supply and return ducts to perform the remove.

b) Remove to dispose the steel support pipes for the metal duct.

c) Install exterior air conditioning supply and return galvanizes metal duct, interior insulate, with all necessary components, from air conditioning package unit outlet and inlet up to wall of the building, including the portion passing thru the walls. Repair and seal the wall around the new duct with fire stooping material and leaving surface finish equal to existing.

d) Supply and install new galvanize metal pipe support for ductwork equal or better to the existing.

e) Cover the metal duct and pipe support with galvanize primer and DTM Alkyd enamel (2 coats) to protect from corrosion. Clean all exterior metal conduits surface with mineral spirit and white vinegar previous to the DTM application, remove oil, grease, dust, and any other dirty.

f) Perform Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing Treatment to all interior duct (interior air distribution), including supply and return grills, include the air condition packaged unit to assure that the air condition system are cleaning and free of dust, debris and mold.

g) Perform leak test and balance to the whole system and repair any leak detected by the test.

1.5.2.3 Engineering: Contractor shall provide to Government for review and approval an electronic copy (.DWG format) of mechanical engineering construction as-built drawings, including conduits lay out, sections of the new conduits installed, dimensions of all supply and return segments from the A/C unit until the interior connection point as indicated on drawings.

a) The contractor shall provide the products in submittals and shop drawing for government revision and approval.

b) All work shall be in accordance with (IAW) the most current edition in effect at the time of the contract award of the project of all applicable codes and standards including but not limited to:

I. The International Building Code.

II. National Electrical Code.

III. National Fire Protection Agency requirements.

IV. Installation Design Guide.

c) Implied specifications: When specifications are not furnished the standards of work shall be IAW Industry Standards.

1.5.2.4 Preparation: Contractor shall be responsible for field/site visit to obtain and verify measurements, site conditions and to determine correct dimensions and structural support requirements IAW accepted local, state and federal building practices. Contractor shall perform all work in accordance to the technical specifications. Contractor shall provide any deviations of the contract requirements to the attention of the Contracting Officer for review/consideration by the Government.

1.6 CODES AND STANDARDS

1.6.1 GENERAL:

1.6.1.1 The project shall be constructed in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, design parameters or regulations noted in this section or other sections in the Statement of Work (SOW). In the event of conflict between codes, standards, or regulations, the most stringent requirement shall apply.

1.6.1.2 Reference to standard specifications of any technical society, organization, or association, or to codes, manuals or regulations of Federal, State, or local, authorities shall mean the latest standard, code, manual, regulation, specification, or tentative specification adopted and published at least 30 days prior to contract award, unless specifically stated otherwise.

1.6.1.3 The reference of any code or standard listed below to the "building official" or the authority having "jurisdiction" or "governmental authority" shall be interpreted to refer to the Contracting Officer as being the authority for code interpretation.

1.6.2 BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

1.6.2.1 GENERAL: Construction shall be in accordance with the following codes, standards, and regulations. The most stringent shall govern when differences occur.

1.6.2.2 Building, Structural, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes: the latest edition of the Standard Building, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes and the Puerto Rico State Building, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes.

1.6.2.3 Applicable OSHA Standards and Regulations.

1.6.2.4 Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards and ADA Standards, whichever is stricter.

1.6.3 STRUCTURAL: In addition to the general requirements stated above, the construction will meet the latest editions of the following codes, standards, and specifications:

1.6.3.1 The Aluminum Association, "Specifications for Aluminum Structures."

1.6.3.2 American Concrete Institute (ACt), "ACI-SSO, Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures."

1.6.3.3 American National Standards Institute (ANSI), "American Standard Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Masonry."

1.6.3.4 American Welding Society (AWS), "Structural Welding Code."

1.6.3.5 American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) as noted.

1.6.3.6 National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA), "Specifications for the Design and Construction of Load Bearing Concrete Masonry."

1.6.4 ARCHITECTURAL: In addition to the general requirements stated above, the construction shall provide, as indicated, for the physically handicapped (interior and exterior), in accordance with "Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards" and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), whichever is stricter.

1.7 CONTRACTOR ACCESS AND USE OF PREMISES

1.7.1 Activity Regulations

The Contractor shall ensure his personnel employed on base become familiar with and obey base regulations. Wear hard hats in designated areas. Do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry. The Contractor's equipment shall be conspicuously marked for identification.

1.7.2 Protection of Premises

The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to protect the Government and private property from damage as a result of his operations. Existing property damaged shall be promptly restored, repaired or replaced to its original condition by the Contractor at his own expense.

1.7.3 Access Roads

The Contractor shall at all times refrain from the use of any roads, grounds, or other facilities which have not been specifically authorized for his use.

1.7.4 Contractor Personnel Requirements

a) Notwithstanding the provisions of the General Clauses entitled "Identification of Employees 1965 Jan", the Contractor will be required to coordinate with the Contracting Officer, background checks and clearance for his personnel in order to have access to the military installation and the job site. Contractor is responsible for providing adequate identification of his personnel while accessing the military installation.

b) All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 15 calendar days after contract award. Government is responsible for providing the training to contractor personnel at no cost to the contractor. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within five (5) calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT level I awareness training is available at the following website: https://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html. Also, these contractor and subcontractor employees must complete Level I OPSEC training within 15 calendar days after contract award. If contract last for more than a year, all these personnel must complete annual OPSEC awareness training.

c) 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.

d) 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. Government is responsible for providing the training to contractor personnel at no cost to the contractor. This training shall be completed within 15 calendar days of contract award and within 15 calendar days of new employees commencing performance.

1.7.5 Temporary Pass

A DD Form 369 for each personnel shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer in order to obtain a temporary pass/access. This pass is valid for the duration of project. All Contractors' personnel shall wear clothing and/or identification badges identifying them as company employees. DD Forms 369 shall be provided within 15 calendar days after contract award.

1.7.5.1 Contractor personnel and property shall be subject to search and seizure upon entering and leaving the confines of Fort Buchanan. The Contractor shall be responsible for assuring that all personnel authorized to perform work under this contract obtain installation access as required. The Contractor shall provide a current personnel roster listing all employees and the last four numbers of social security number for each to the Contracting Officer by the 1st day of each month thereafter. Contractor access to the post will be exclusively for work in connection with this contract.

1.7.5.2 A check of records through the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Interstate Identification Index (III) is the Army minimum baseline background check for entrance onto Army installations for non-CAC holders to include entrance of visitors. The FBI permits the use of NCIC III for vetting visitors to ensure the security of military installations.

2.5.1.4 Non CAC-holder contractors and vendors.

1.7.5.3 Contractors and vendors requiring physical access to a single Army installation or facility, but who do not require access to a DOD computer network, will have a Government-employee sponsor to provide the contractual agreement with a cover memorandum signed by a verifying officer vouching for the need for long-term access to the installation. The expiration date of the issued card will be the end date of the contract or visit, or the expiration date of the sponsor’s access control card, whichever occurs first. Sponsors will be held responsible for notifying the DES (or appropriate local installation access issuing office) of terminated contract employees and for turn in of expired or revoked ID.

1.7.5.4 Contractors will be processed through the Contractor Verification System for issuance of a CAC, if physical access to multiple Army installations and/or access to a DOD computer network is required.

1.8 Contractor Project Guaranty; Project civil, electrical and mechanical system/components installation, workmanship, parts, labor, integrity, and service costs shall be warranted for a period of not less than one year from the date of Government final acceptance. Contractor shall refer to each individual Technical Specifications for warranty terms and conditions.

1.9 Project scheduling: Contractor shall develop a work plan and properly coordinate the project construction and execution to minimize adverse personnel daily operations. Plan shall be discussed and approved by the Contracting Officer with the recommendation of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The work schedule plan shall be provided within 30 calendar days after contract award.

1.10 Project execution: Prior to submitting a project work schedule, contractor shall establish a draft/preliminary work schedule/plan and properly coordinate all minor construction work. Plan shall be discussed and approved by the Contracting Officer with the recommendation of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

1.10.1 Project Phasing: A Single Phase and Sequence shall be considered by Contractor for project development. In coordination with COR, Government is to turn the areas to be impacted to contractor empty of furniture, modular partitions/cubicle desks and stored equipment and materials. Military and/or Civilian Personnel will not be working in this areas during work performance.

1.11 Other Project Requirements and Considerations:

a) The contractor shall comply with safety program, required insurance and Post regulations.

b) All work shall be in accordance with manufacturer recommendations for the products to be used and performed by certified personnel.

c) The contractor shall comply with Environmental Protection Specifications, Section 01 57 19.

d) The contractor shall comply with safety and applicable material handling and storage specifications and procedures for the work to be performed.

e) The contractor shall submit for approval the submittal register with listed items for materials to be used in this project including the Safety Data Sheet (S.D.S), if applicable, to the Contracting Officer within 30 calendar days after award of contract.

f) The contractor shall clean job site daily and dispose all debris resulting from the project operation to an off Post area or designated area.

1.12 Equipment and system testing: Control, protection devices, and other system components shall be tested to demonstrate proper operation and compliance with specifications and for the purpose intended. Any safety, protection, and/or control system component operation malfunction/deficiency shall be notified to the Government and properly corrected before final Government acceptance.

1.13 Project discrepancies: This scope of work shall serve as a guide to the contractor in executing the job. In case where the contractor is in doubt as to the particular part of the job due to the discrepancies in the scope of work, drawings and the specifications, he/she shall notify in written the Contracting Officer of the same.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

NOT USED.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 The Contractor is responsible for verifying actual dimensions at the job site prior submitting required bid/proposal to the KO, in order to consider actual building conditions/dimensions in the proposal. The Mission & Installation Contracting Command - Fort Buchanan will coordinate with the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) and Contractor to assure that the area will be available for inspection and measurements.

3.2 The Contractor shall verify all dimensions and existing conditions that affect the contract performance, final product and warranty prior to start any work. The Contractor shall notify in written to the COR during contract performance and before commencing any phase work the following:

a. Any conflicting detail or discrepancy within the scope of work, drawings and specifications.

b. Any deviation from normal or assumed conditions related to the site, civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, engineering works that affect contract performance.

c. Any detrimental interference of inserts, conduits, openings, or any mechanical and electrical equipment not shown in the drawings and specifications.

d. Any recommendations to improve contract execution and final product including related cost estimate.

e. Any discrepancies that shall be evaluated base on Contractor's experience and expertise.

3.3 The Contractor shall verify existing field conditions and notify in written to the Contracting Officer, as soon as possible after the Notice To Proceed is issued, and before commencing any work phase that the existing field conditions are satisfactory and will not affect contract performance, final product and warranty.

3.4 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The Contractor shall be required to commence work under this Contract within 10 calendar days after being notified to proceed by Contracting Officer, and complete the specific work order, and have facility ready for use in 180 calendar days after issuance of Notice to proceed as required by Contracting Officer. This period of performance includes final inspection and submission of closeout documents.

3.4.1 NOT USED

3.4.2 Safety Requirements

Contractors shall comply with the latest version of EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements (including interim changes) that is in effect on the date of solicitation. No separate payment will be made for compliance with this paragraph or for compliance with other safety and health requirements of this contract.

3.4.3 Construction Progress Schedule

The contractor shall submit for approval a construction progress schedule of planned performance within 10 calendar days after Notice to proceed issuance.

3.4.4 Schedule of Prices

The contractor shall submit within 30 calendar days after contract award one electronic copy of a Schedule Of Prices; a detail breakdown of the contract price, giving the quantities for each of the various kinds of work, the unit prices, and the total prices thereof. This Schedule of Prices shall be based in the Breakdown of Prices.

3.4.5 Access Roads and Premises

The contractor shall at all time refrain from the use of any roads, post installation areas, or other facilities which have not been specifically authorized for his use.

3.4.6 Working Hours

Regular working hours shall be from 0700 to 1600 Monday through Friday, excluding Federal Government holidays. The contractor shall consider doing some work elements, such as ductwork, outside normal hours to avoid disruption of the tenant's work. Work outside regular working hours will require prior approval from the Contracting Officer. A written request shall be provided to the Contracting Officer for approval, 10 calendar days prior to commencement.

3.4.7 Preconstruction Conference

After award of the contract and prior to commencement of any work at the site, meet with the Contracting Officer to discuss and develop a mutual understanding relative to the administration of the value engineering and safety program, preparation of the schedule prices, shop drawings, and other submittals, scheduling programming, and prosecution of the work. Major subcontractors who will engage in the work are also recommended to attend.

3.4.7.1 Contractor shall provide all required submittals and documentation necessary to start project execution.

3.5 Additional contract requirements

3.5.1 Contractor shall dispose solid waste debris resulting from demolition according to their classification:

a. Non-hazardous solid waste: to be recycled.

b. Hazardous solid waste: to the nearest approved certified landfill.

3.5.2 If Contractor impact the areas indicated do not disturber, contractor shall remove and dispose Lead-Based Paint (LBP) in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations at no cost to the Government.

3.5.3 If Contractor impact the areas indicated do not disturber, contractor shall remove and dispose Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) in accordance with Federal and Local Regulations at no cost to the Government.

3.5.4 Contractor shall obtain all applicable and necessary federal, state and local permits from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the P.R. Environmental Quality Board including but not limited to: Solid Waste Generation and Disposal, Air Quality (Dust Control), and Removal and Disposal of Lead-Based Paint(LBP) and Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM).

3.5.5 Weekly Report

Contractor shall submit a weekly report to the Contracting Officer's Representative with the following but not limited information:

a. Work performed every day

b. Weather conditions

c. Personnel working every day

d. Equipment being used

3.5.6 Contract Specifications

Contractor shall comply with attached Specifications listed in the "TABLE OF CONTENTS".

3.5.7 Attachments for Submittals

a. Material Approval Submittal Form (SOFB-DOC Form 3000-R-E, May 2005) with instructions.

b. Submittal Register Form (ENG FORM 4288-R, JAN 97).

c. Project Sign sketch.

3.5.8 Temporary Signage

Contractor shall provide and maintain temporary signs, markings, and barricades to protect personnel and project areas.

3.5.9 Base Operations Disruptions

Contractor shall conduct his operations so as to cause the least possible interference with the normal operations of the Post because the facilities (streets, driveways, parking areas) and surrounding buildings will remain in operation during the entire construction period.

3.5.10 Final Inspection

Contractor shall request final inspection in writing with at least fourteen (14) working days in advance for proper coordination and approval by the Contracting Officer.

3.5.11 Material Storage

The Contractor shall store materials only in places where approved by the COR. The government will not be responsible nor liable for any stolen or missing materials and/or equipment.

No fire hazardous materials of flammable liquids shall be stored or otherwise maintained within a building or structure, except as approved, and in accordance with the local fire regulations.

3.5.12 Environmental Protection

In order to present and provide for abatement and control of any environmental pollution arising from the activities in the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable pollution control and abatement, and all applicable provisions of the Corps of Engineers Manual, EM 385-1-1, entitled: Safety and Health Requirements, in effect on the date of solicitation. For the purposes of this contract, environmental pollution is defined as the presence of chemical, physical, or biological elements of agents which adversely affect human life; affect other species of importance to man; or degrade the utility of the environment for aesthetics and facility operational purposes.

3.5.13 Clean-up

All clothes, cotton, wastes, sanding disks, and other cleaning materials which might constitute a fire hazard shall be placed in a metal container or destroyed at the end of each workday. Upon completion of the work, all staging, scaffolding, containers, and debris shall be removed from the site or destroyed in a manner approved by the Contracting Officer. Adjacent areas and surfaces negatively affected during the performance of this contract shall be left clean and returned to the original condition.

2.5.14 Salvage

The Contractor shall dispose-off the Installation all existing materials and equipment which are required to be removed or disconnected to perform the work, but are not indicated or specified for salvage, and that have been properly identified and authorized for disposal by the Contracting Officer.

3.5.15 Safety Program

The Contractor shall submit a plan detailing the Safety Program in accordance with the safety requirements for approval. The Contractor shall meet with representatives of the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) and the Installation Safety Officer (ISO) to discuss and develop a mutual understanding of the ground rules for the administration of the Safety Program prior to commencing the work.

3.5.16 ACCIDENT REPORTS: The Contractor and his sub-contractors shall maintain an accurate record, and shall report to the Contracting Officer, exposure data and all accidents resulting in death, traumatic injury, occupational disease, or damage to property, material, supplies, and equipment incidental to work performed under the contract.

3.5.17 STORM PROTECTION: Should warnings of wind of gale force or stronger be issued, the Contractor shall take every practicable precaution to minimize dangers to persons, to the work, and to adjacent property. These precautions shall include removing all loose materials, tools, and/or equipment from exposed locations, and removing or securing other temporary work.

3.5.18 The Contractor shall notify Fire Department daily in the event "hot work" is to be performed. A DA Form 5383-R (Hot Work Permit) authorizes open flame, welding operations or other hazardous potential fire actions. Contractor shall furnish his own portable fire extinguishers as required (minimum two each of 10 lbs) to comply with the Fire Department instructions.

Fire/Ambulance Service Emergency number: (787) 707-5911

3.5.19 EQUIPMENT STANDARDS: The Contractor shall submit proof that the equipment which he proposes to furnish under these specifications conforms to the standards of the Underwriters Laboratories. The label of Underwriters Laboratories shall be accepted as conforming to these requirements. In lieu of the label, the Contractor may submit a written certification from any nationally recognized testing agency, adequately equipped and competent to perform such services, that the (stated item) has been tested and conforms to the standards, including methods of test, of the Underwriters Laboratories.

3.5.20 Contractor shall submit for approval all materials to be used in this contract with Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Submittal Status Log Sheet. Submittals shall be delivered to Contracting Officer within 30 calendar days after contract award.

3.5.21 All details, sections, and notes shown in the sketches are intended to be typical and shall applied to similar situations elsewhere unless otherwise noted.

3.5.22 Contractor shall protect existing buildings, facilities, utilities and equipment during working period and will be responsible for any damages resulting from operation and/or execution of this contract.

3.6 SHOP DRAWINGS, MANUFACTURES DATA AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF THE CONTRACTOR:

As soon as practicable after award of the contract, and before procurement of fabrication; submit, except as specified otherwise, to the Contracting Officer, all the Shop Drawings, manufacturers data and certifications required in the technical specification sections listed in the "TABLE OF CONTENTS".

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ATTACHMENT FOR REFERENCE

UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC) - Reference information for Aluminum Windows.

SECTION 01 30 00

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2014) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Progress and Completion Pictures

1.3 not used

1.4 PROGRESS AND COMPLETION PICTURES

Photographically document site conditions prior to start of construction operations. Provide monthly, and within one month of the completion of work, digital photographs, 1600x1200x24 bit true color minimum resolution in file format showing the sequence and progress of work. Take a minimum of 20 digital photographs each week throughout the entire project from a minimum of ten views from points located by the Contracting Officer. Submit with the monthly invoice two sets of digital photographs, each set on a separate compact disc (CD) or data versatile disc (DVD), cumulative of all photos to date. Indicate photographs demonstrating environmental procedures. Provide photographs for each month in a separate monthly directory and name each file to indicate its location on the view location sketch. Also provide the view location sketch on the CD or DVD as a digital file. Include a date designator in file names. Cross reference submittals in the appropriate daily report. Photographs provided are for unrestricted use by the Government.

1.5 MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

Provide the minimum insurance coverage required by FAR 28.307-2 Liability, during the entire period of performance under this contract. Provide other insurance coverage as required by law.

1.6 FIRST TIER CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS

Accomplish all contract requirements of Section 02 82 00 ASBESTOS REMEDIATION, assigned to the Designated Competent Person, directly with a first tier subcontractor.

1.7 SUPERVISION

1.7.1 Minimum Communication Requirements

Have at least one qualified superintendent, or competent alternate, capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in the English language, on the job-site at all times during the performance of contract work. In addition, if a Quality Control (QC) representative is required on the contract, then that individual must also have fluent English communication skills.

1.7.2 Superintendent Qualifications

The project superintendent must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction with at least 5 of those years as a superintendent on projects similar in size and complexity. The individual must be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance. The individual must be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings. The qualification requirements for the alternate superintendent are the same as for the project superintendent. The Contracting Officer may request proof of the superintendent's qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

For routine projects where the superintendent is permitted to also serve as the Quality Control (QC) Manager as established in Section 01 45 00.10 20 QUALITY CONTROL, the superintendent must have qualifications in accordance with that section.

1.7.2.1 Duties

The project superintendent is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating day-to-day production and schedule adherence on the project. The superintendent is required to attend partnering meetings, and quality control meetings. The superintendent or qualified alternative must be on-site at all times during the performance of this contract until the work is completed and accepted.

1.7.3 Non-Compliance Actions

The Project Superintendent is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with requirements specified in the contract and for failure to manage the project to insure timely completion. Furthermore, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to such stop orders is acceptable as the subject of claim for extension of time for excess costs or damages by the Contractor.

1.8 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

After award of the contract but prior to commencement of any work at the site, meet with the Contracting Officer to discuss and develop a mutual understanding relative to the administration of the value engineering and safety program, preparation of the schedule of prices or earned value report, shop drawings, and other submittals, scheduling programming, prosecution of the work, and clear expectations of the "Interim DD Form 1354" Submittal. Major subcontractors who will engage in the work must also attend.

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1.10 ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL) ADDRESS

Establish and maintain electronic mail (e-mail) capability along with the capability to open various electronic attachments as text files, pdf files, and other similar formats. Within 10 days after contract award, provide the Contracting Officer a single (only one) e-mail address for electronic communications from the Contracting Officer related to this contract including, but not limited to contract documents, invoice information, request for proposals, and other correspondence. The Contracting Officer may also use email to notify the Contractor of base access conditions when emergency conditions warrant, such as hurricanes or terrorist threats. Multiple email addresses are not allowed.

It is the Contractor's responsibility to make timely distribution of all Contracting Officer initiated e-mail with its own organization including field office(s). Promptly notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, of any changes to this email address.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

1.1.1 Submittal Information

The Contracting Officer may request submittals in addition to those specified when deemed necessary to adequately describe the work covered in the respective sections. Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

Units of weights and measures used on all submittals are to be the same as those used in the contract drawings.

1.1.2 Project Type

1.1.3 Submission of Submittals

Schedule and provide submittals requiring Government approval before acquiring the material or equipment covered thereby.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Submittal Descriptions (SD)

Submittal requirements are specified in the technical sections. Examples and descriptions of submittals identified by the Submittal Description (SD) numbers and titles follow:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Preconstruction Submittals include schedules and a tabular list of locations, features, and other pertinent information regarding products, materials, equipment, or components to be used in the work.

Certificates of Insurance

Surety Bonds (if apply)

List of Proposed Subcontractors

List of Proposed Products

Baseline Schedule

Submittal Register

Schedule of Prices

Accident Prevention 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.

Diagrams and instructions from a manufacturer or fabricator for use in producing the product and as aids to the Contractor for integrating the product or system into the project.

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

Samples of warranty language when the contract requires extended product warranties.

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. Unless specified in another section, testing must have been within three years of date of contract award for the project.

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

Report that includes finding of a test made at the job site or on sample taken from the job site, on portion of work during or after installation.

Daily logs and checklists

Final acceptance test and operational test procedure

SD-07 Certificates

Statements printed on the manufacturer's letterhead and signed by responsible officials of manufacturer of product, system or material attesting that the 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 document purpose is to further promote the orderly progression of a portion of the work by documenting procedures, acceptability of methods, or personnel qualifications.

Text of posted operating instructions

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Preprinted material describing installation of a product, system or material, including special notices and (SDS) concerning impedances, hazards and safety precautions.

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Data provided by the manufacturer, or the system provider, including manufacturer's help and product line documentation, necessary to maintain and install equipment, for operating and maintenance use by facility personnel.

Data required by operating and maintenance personnel for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of the item.

Data 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.

Submittals required for Guiding Principle Validation (GPV) or Third Party Certification (TPC).

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

Office or designated person authorized to approve the submittal.

1.2.3 Work

As used in this section, on-site 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. In exception, excludes work to produce SD-01 submittals.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for all materials to be used. Submit the following in accordance with this section.

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Submittal Register; G

1.4 SUBMITTAL CLASSIFICATION

1.4.1 Government Approved (G)

Government approval is required for any variations from the Solicitation or the Accepted Proposal and for other items as designated by the Government.

Within the terms of the Contract Clause SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION, submittals are considered to be "shop drawings."

1.4.3 For Information Only

Submittals not requiring Government approval will be for information only. Within the terms of the Contract Clause SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION, they are not considered to be "shop drawings."

1.5 PREPARATION

1.5.1 Transmittal Form

Use Form SOFB-DOC Form 3000-R-E, Feb 2002 for submitting both Government-approved and information-only submittals. Submit in accordance with the instructions on the reverse side of the form. These forms will be furnished to the Contractor. Properly complete this form by filling out all the heading blank spaces and identifying each item submitted. Exercise special care to ensure proper listing of the specification paragraph and sheet number of the contract drawings pertinent to the data submitted for each item.

1.5.2 Submittal Format

1.5.2.1 Format of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

When the submittal includes a document that is to be used in the project, or is to become part of the project record, other than as a submittal, do not apply the Contractor's approval stamp to the document itself, but to a separate sheet accompanying the document.

Provide data in the unit of measure used in the contract documents.

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1.5.2.3 Format of SD-03 Product Data

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

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

1.5.2.3.1 Product Information

Supplement product data with material prepared for the project to satisfy the submittal requirements where product data does not exist. Identify this material as developed specifically for the project, with information and format as required for submission of SD-07 Certificates.

Provide product data in units used in the Contract documents. Where product data are included in preprinted catalogs with another unit, submit the dimensions in contract document units, on a separate sheet.

1.5.2.3.2 Standards

Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry or technical-society reference standards of such organizations as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), ASTM International (ASTM), National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), or Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC), submit proof of such compliance.