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United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) Trade Winds 2019, St. Vincent and the Grenadines Statement of Work (SOW) Old Montross Police Barracks Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines

1. GENERAL

1.1 Scope of Work. Contractor shall provide all labor, transportation, equipment, materials, supervision, and any other necessary items to improve the following areas: TRADEWINDS 2019 (TW19) is a Foreign Military Interaction (FMI) multinational maritime interdiction, ground security, and interagency focused Command Post Exercise / Field Training Exercise (CPX/FTX) supporting the USSOUTHCOM Theater Campaign Plan. The TW19 scenario focuses specifically on Countering Threat Networks (CTN), Rapid Response (R2) and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HA/DR). Old Montross Police Barracks located at Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines where US Military will stay during the Tradewinds exercise

1.2 Required Performance Period. The contractor shall complete all work for Old Montross Police Barracks located at Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines NLT 10 JUN 2019.

1.2.1 The contractor shall submit a complete work schedule at the same time of submitted quotes.

1.3. The Contracting Officer (KO) shall appoint a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in writing. After award of contract, coordination of progress and submission of all reports shall be submitted through the COR. There shall be inspections conducted by the COR or designated representative prior to completion of, and during closeout of the project. Contractor and COR shall coordinate to schedule these inspections.

1.3.1. Contracting Officer Representative (COR):

· The COR will be identified by separate letter.

· The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration

· The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract.

· Perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance.

· Maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract.

· Issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, and specifications.

· Monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies.

· Coordinate availability of government furnished property, and provide site entry of Contractor personnel.

· A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates.

· The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

· Only the Contracting Officer has authority to make changes to any contract.

1.3.2. The Contractor shall develop a work schedule that has been coordinated and approved by Belize Defense Force Commander and Public Works Department. The schedule shall list the days and work hours that work shall be performed on the site. The approved schedule shall be provided to the COR prior to the start of any construction.

1.3.3. Only the (KO) has the authority to make changes to any contract resulting from the solicitation of this project, including but not limited to increase or decrease in prices, time extensions, and changes.

2. SPECIFICATIONS: The Contractor shall deliver construction, plumbing, electrical and other materials to the Task force OLD MONTROSS POLICE BARRACKS in accordance with the technical exhibit. The Contractor is responsible for verifying exact materials, and other information presented in this scope of work before submitting their proposal.

All materials shall be new and of commercial grade. All work shall be done according to specifications set forth in this section, the Technical Exhibits (TE), commercial and industrial codes, and design and construction standards of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. If the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines does not have industry standards, or codes in place, the contractor shall use U.S. industry standards.

2.1. OLD MONTROSS POLICE BARRACKS Hillsboro Street Kingstown, St Vincent

Replace the broken windows of both male and female barracks. The contractor take their own measurement of the windows. The windows are composed of parallel glass joined onto a track so that they may be tilted open and shut in unison to control air flow. The existing windows are in poor shape where most of the windows are broken. No replacement window parts are made for these old windows, so new windows will need to be installed. The window sizes are 22 each, 4’wide x 6.4 tall (louvre style). Then 10 each, 4’ wide by 1.6 tall, Then 18 each, 8.6’ wide x 6.4’ tall. Then 15 each, 8.6’ wide x 1.6’ tall.

· The contractor shall provide all material and labor required to replace these windows.

· See picture exhibit of the old windows. Windows are jalousie or louvre style windows.

See window picture that was recently replace as an example in widow exhibit.

2.2. Ceiling Replacement / Repairs:

· Both the male and female barracks buildings need a total of 610 2x4 plan white ceiling tiles, no design. Replace the male and female barracks rooms first, then the ceilings of the locker rooms.

2.3. Floor Tile:

· Replace floor tiles for all barracks rooms of the male and female barracks (none in the locker rooms). Use plan white vinyl floor tiles, no design. The size will be 12 inches by 12 inches. Tiles will be cut to fit around the base boards of the barracks room and glue in place with glue designed for vinyl floor tiles.

· 2nd Floor Male Barracks = 120’x25’ = 3,000 sf;

· 1st Floor Male Barracks = 60 x 25 = 1,500;

· 2nd Floor Female Barracks = 90 X 25 = 2,250 sf

2.4 Final Inspection Notification:

· The Contractor shall notify the KO and the COR in writing at least five (5) calendar days in advance of the desired final inspection date.

2.5 Acceptance:

· Final acceptance shall not occur until all work, including clean-up, has been accomplished and no discrepancies remain.

· Final acceptance of work shall be contingent upon the approval of the COR.

· Contractor must have material submittals approved by the COR prior to purchase.

3. Submittals.

3.1. Submittal during Contract Performance:

3.1.1. Contractor Reports and Photographs. The Contractor shall provide a weekly progress report of completed work to the COR and KO every Tuesday. Report shall have at a minimum the following information: contract number, project title, any problems with the project to include getting materials, labor, or weather delays, and the progress report photographs of each stage of the construction progress. Photographs shall be sent via e-mail to the KO and the COR.

3.1.2. Safety Mishap Report. Contractor shall submit a safety mishap report in the event of an accident on the jobsite. The report shall include actions taken to prevent the mishap from reoccurrence and forwarded to the COR within 24 hours after the mishap.

4. Supervision and Site Access. The contractor shall provide all necessary supervision, management, labor, materials, and equipment to plan and perform the work as described above in Section 2.

4.1. Anytime work is in progress, the Contractor shall maintain a designated supervisor on site, and provide that supervisor’s name to the KO and COR. The supervisor’s name shall be given to the KO and COR prior to the start of any work. The supervisor shall be responsible for directing the onsite work, acquiring materials, resolving construction issues, and providing information about work progress to the U.S. Government’s COR. The supervisor shall be able to communicate in English.

4.2. Prior to start of work, the Contractor shall send a list of workers (Personnel), vehicles, and equipment that will be accessing Montross Police Barracks to the KO and COR and the installation POC. The Contractor shall be responsible for the transportation of personnel and materials to the work site. The Contractor shall only use established entrances and roadways. All personnel shall access the Montross Police Barracks by procedures set forth by installation officials. If security badges are required, the Supervisor shall collect all employee badges at completion of the work day and reissue at the start of the next work period.

4.3. Storage Areas. The Contractor shall confine all operations (including storage of materials) to areas authorized or approved by the Contracting Officer and the Montross Police Barracks installation officials. Material storage shall be coordinated with the Montross Police Barracks installation officials. The Contractor shall store materials at designated areas only. The Contractor is responsible and liable for the security and condition of the stored materials and equipment.

4.4. The Contractor shall work on the constructions and renovations without interfering with normal Montross Police Barracks activities and operations which shall continue during renovation. The Contractor shall proceed by sections whenever possible to minimize interruption of the Montross Police Barracks activities. All contractor personnel shall wear visible identification while on the construction site indicating the prime contractors name and name of individual.

5. Job Site Maintenance and Safety.

5.1. The Contractor shall maintain the work site in a neat, orderly, and safe condition at all times. The Contractor shall remove debris on a daily basis and dispose of to the closest authorized dumping area in accordance with local laws. Under no circumstances should material be burned at the work site. The Contractor shall remove all tools, supplies, equipment, and debris upon completion of the contract.

5.2. The Contractor shall repair any damage done to the existing grounds, facilities, or property during the course of construction at no additional cost. The surrounding terrain shall be delivered in the same condition as it was received before the work took place (with grass, gravel, sidewalks, or whatever applies to each case).

5.3. The work zone shall be marked with construction zone signs with temporary construction fences installed as protection measurements. Signs, tags, and labels shall be provided to give warning and caution of hazards. They are provided to instruct and direct workers and the public. All warning systems such as signs, tags, and labels shall be visible at all times when the hazard or problem exists, and shall be removed or covered when the hazard or problem no longer exists. All employees shall be informed as to the meaning of the various signs, tags, and labels used throughout the workplace and any special precautions that may be required.

5.4. The Contractor’s personnel working on roofs shall wear fall protection equipment.

Personal fall protection equipment and systems shall be used when a person is working at heights and exposed to a fall hazard. Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS): Consists of body support (full body harness), connecting means, and an anchorage system. Be rigged such that workers can neither free fall more than 6 ft (1.8 m) nor contact any lower level or other physical hazard in the path of the fall.

5.5. No person shall be required or instructed to work in surroundings or under conditions that are unsafe or dangerous to his or her health. The employer is responsible for initiating and maintaining safety and health procedures that comply with the Government of Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines safety and health requirements.

5.6 Each employee is responsible for complying with applicable safety and occupational health requirements, wearing prescribed safety and health equipment, reporting unsafe conditions/activities, preventing avoidable accidents, and working in a safe manner.

5.7. The contractor shall be responsible for damages and/or injuries to personnel, visitors, property, and equipment safety at the work site as a result of the Contractors fault or negligence.

The contractor shall enforce safety and health precautions to protect property, workers, and the public. The Contractor shall ensure all workers are wearing safety gear at all times, and ensure that all applicable safety regulations are followed.

5.8. The Contractor shall immediately correct all safety deficiencies upon notification by the KO or COR.

6. Contractor Compliance. The Contractor shall be responsible for complying with all Government of Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines laws, construction codes, ordinances, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. In the event of a conflict between the contract and such laws, regulations, and ordinances, the Contractor shall propose a course of action for resolution to the KO for approval.

6.1. Labor, Health, and Safety Codes. The Contractor shall comply with all local, municipal, and national labor, health, and safety laws of Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

6.2. Permits and Licenses. Prior to start of construction, the Contractor shall, at no additional cost to the U.S. Government, obtain all necessary construction, excavation, utilities, and work permits as applicable.

6.3. Environmental Compliance and Permits. During execution of the work, the Contractor shall comply with local, municipal, and national environmental laws and regulations of Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Disposal of hazardous waste, containers or components thereof, shall be disposed of in an approved hazardous waste disposal site only. No other location shall be utilized for such disposal.

6.3.1. The Contractor shall not pollute storm lines, sewer lines, or swales with fuels, oils, bitumen, paint, acid, construction waste, or other harmful materials.

7. Utilities Excavation and Connection. The U.S. Government will not provide any utility connections. The Contractor is responsible for providing any needed generators to operate any equipment at own expense. The Contractor is responsible for providing potable water and portable latrines for contractor’s employees’ daily consumption and use at own expense.

8. Subcontractors. If applicable, the Contractor shall give written assurance to the KO that all subcontractors and others performing work on or for the project have obtained all requisite licenses and permits. The Contractor shall submit proper documentation and evidence within 24 hours of hiring subcontractors to the KO demonstrating compliance with this clause when directed. The Contractor, and not the subcontractor, is still responsible for the construction of the project.

9. Government (U.S. Army) Furnished Items or Services. None

10. Contractor Requirements for Performance of Work: The Contractor shall have (if applicable) a current license and certification for construction work in Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. If required, this documentation shall be submitted to KO prior to any work being started on project site.

11. Warranty. Contractor shall warrant its work against faulty workmanship for a period of not less than one year from the acceptance of this project. Under this warranty, contractor shall be prepared to return to the work site within one working day after notification to make any necessary repairs as a result of faulty workmanship at no additional cost to the USG. Refer to FAR Clause 52.236-5, Warranty of Construction.

12. Final clean up and finishes. The Contractor shall do a final cleaning to include disposal of debris resulting from construction as well as dispose of containers for the materials used during construction. All debris and garbage, excavation materials, debris from the construction, as well as the garbage created by the containers for the materials, such as boxes and bags shall be removed. All the grass that grows in the construction lot during construction shall be cut and moved to the municipal dumps by Contractor.

IT IS CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY THE APPROXIMATED QUANTITIES IN THIS SOW.

13. APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS. The design and construction shall be in accordance with established construction practices, and the latest revision/edition of the following referenced codes and standards, where applicable. UFC 1-300-09N, Design Procedures, provides design guidance and contains references to other UFC’s and codes that are to be used for this contract. UFC 1-200-1, General Building Requirements, is the building code guide and contains references to other UFC’s and codes that are to be used in this contract.

· American National Standards Institute Standards (ANSI)

· American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM)

· National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

· International Building Code (IBC)

· Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA)

· Federal, State, County, and local environmental regulations.

· Federal Specification Cabinet, Security, Weapons Storage (AA-C-2859A).

· National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

· IEEEC2, National Electrical Safety Code

· National Electric Code 2011 (NEC)

· Norma Sismo Resistente

· Normas Técnicas Uruguayas (NTC)

· International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)

· Reglamento Técnico de Instalaciones Eléctricas

· Reglamento Tecnico de Iluminación y Alumbrado Público

· Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

Where discrepancies in the referenced standards and the contract requirements occur, the more stringent requirements shall govern. If this occurs, the contractor shall immediately notify the COR.

14. Technical Exhibits:

Technical Exhibit: Windows

Recently replaced window.

Technical Exhibit: Jalousie

Technical Exhibit: Louvre

Technical Exhibit: Floor Tiles

Technical Exhibit: Ceiling Tile

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