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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.: 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

0001 Jan 31, 2018

6. ISSUED BY

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore 2 Hopkins Plaza, 03-G-01 Baltimore, MD 21201

CODE USAED ADMINISTERED BY:

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code) (x) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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W912DR-18-R-0005

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

JAN 08, 2017

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ ORDER

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10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

CODE FACILITY CODE

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers x is not ___ is extended.

PROPOSAL DUE DATE: 11:00 AM, LOCAL TIME, FEB 14, 2018

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE

DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER No. ITEM 10A B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR43.103(b)

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor _ is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

UPGRADE PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY BLDG. 911

DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY DISTRIBUTION (DLA), SUSQUEHANNA, PENNSYLVANIA

SEE THE FOLLOWING PAGE

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 16C. DATE SIGNED

BY ________________________________

(signature of person authorized to sign)

BY _________________________________________

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

PREVIOUS EDITION UNUSABLE

30-105 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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AMENDMENT NO. 0001 TO ADVERTISED RFP W912DR-18-R-0005

EFFECTIVE JAN 31, 2018

SPECIFICATIONS:

1) Section 01 50 00: Delete this section in its entirety as originally issued and substitute the attached revised like-numbered section, dated 1/25/2018.

2) Section 31 00 00: Add attached Final Geotechnical Report to the end of this section.

DRAWINGS:

3) ED101: Attached four photos show the Emergency Response Mobile Unit pedestal, 30a fss, and power cord (electrical charging station) to be relocated.

GENERAL:

4) Bidders’ Requests for Information and Government Responses: Attached are Bidders’ Requests for Information and Government Responses for information only.

5) Site Visit Attendance List: Attached is the Site Visit Attendance List for information only.

ATTACHMENTS:

1) Revised Section 01 50 00, dated 1/25/2018.

2) Final Geotechnical Report.

3) Sheet ED101 Electrical Charging Station Photos.

4) Bidders’ Requests for Information and Government Responses.

5) Site Visit Attendance List.

DDCS-Building 911 Phase 2 90165008C

SECTION 01 50 00

TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

1/25/2018

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.

AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)

AWWA C511 (2007) Standard for Reduced-Pressure Principle Backflow Prevention Assembly

FOUNDATION FOR CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL AND HYDRAULIC RESEARCH

(FCCCHR)

FCCCHR List (continuously updated) List of Approved Backflow Prevention Assemblies

FCCCHR Manual (10th Edition) Manual of Cross-Connection Control

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 241 (2013; Errata 2015) Standard for Safeguarding Construction,Alteration, and Demolition Operations

NFPA 70 (2014; AMD 1 2013; Errata 1 2013; AMD 2 2013; Errata 2 2013; AMD 3 2014; Errata 3-4 2014; AMD 4-6 2014) National Electrical Code

U.S. FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)

FAA AC 70/7460-1 (2007; Rev K) Obstruction Marking and Lighting

U.S. FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION (FHWA)

MUTCD (2009) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

1.2 SUBMITTALS

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

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

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Construction site plan; G, AR Traffic control plan; G, AR

SD-03 Product Data

Backflow preventers; G, AR

SD-06 Test Reports

Backflow Preventer Tests; G, AR

SD-07 Certificates

Backflow Tester Certification; G, AR

Backflow Preventers Certificate of Full Approval

1.3 CONSTRUCTION SITE PLAN

Prior to the start of work, submit a site plan showing the locations and dimensions of temporary facilities (including layouts and details, equipment and material storage area (onsite and offsite), and access and haul routes, avenues of ingress/egress to the fenced area and details of the fence installation. Identify any areas which may have to be graveled to prevent the tracking of mud. Indicate if the use of a supplemental or other staging area is desired. Show locations of safety and construction fences, site trailers, construction entrances, trash dumpsters, temporary sanitary facilities, and worker parking areas.

1.4 BACKFLOW PREVENTERS CERTIFICATE

Certificate of Full Approval from FCCCHR List, University of Southern California, attesting that the design, size and make of each backflow preventer has satisfactorily passed the complete sequence of performance testing and evaluation for the respective level of approval. Certificate of Provisional Approval will not be acceptable.

1.4.1 Backflow Tester Certificate

Prior to testing, submit to the Contracting Officer certification issued by the State or local regulatory agency attesting that the backflow tester has successfully completed a certification course sponsored by the regulatory agency. Tester must not be affiliated with any company participating in any other phase of this Contract.

1.4.2 Backflow Prevention Training Certificate

Submit a certificate recognized by the State or local authority that states the Contractor has completed at least 10 hours of training in backflow preventer installations. The certificate must be current.

1.5 HURRICANE CONDITION OF READINESS

Unless directed otherwise, comply with:

a. Condition FOUR (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 72 hours): Normal daily jobsite cleanup and good housekeeping practices. Collect and store in piles or containers scrap lumber, SECTION 01 50 00 Page 2 waste material, and rubbish for removal and disposal at the close of each work day. Maintain the construction site including storage areas, free of accumulation of debris. Stack form lumber in neat piles less than 4 feet high. Remove all debris, trash, or objects that could become missile hazards. Contact Contracting Officer for Condition of Readiness (COR) updates and completion of required actions.

b. Condition THREE (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 48 hours): Maintain "Condition FOUR" requirements and commence securing operations necessary for "Condition ONE" which cannot be completed within 18 hours. Cease all routine activities which might interfere with securing operations. Commence securing and stow all gear and portable equipment. Make preparations for securing buildings. Review requirements pertaining to "Condition TWO" and continue action as necessary to attain "Condition THREE" readiness.

Contact Contracting Officer for weather and COR updates and completion of required actions.

c. Condition TWO (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 24 hours): Curtail or cease routine activities until securing operation is complete. Reinforce or remove form work and scaffolding.

Secure machinery, tools, equipment, materials, or remove from the jobsite. Expend every effort to clear all missile hazards and loose equipment from general base areas. Contact Contracting Officer for weather and Condition of Readiness (COR) updates and completion of required actions.

d. Condition ONE. (Sustained winds of 50 knots or greater expected within 12 hours): Secure the jobsite, and leave Government premises.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 TEMPORARY SIGNAGE

2.1.1 Bulletin Board

Immediately upon beginning of work, provide a weatherproof glass-covered bulletin board not less than 36 by 48 inches in size for displaying the Equal Employment Opportunity poster, a copy of the wage decision contained in the contract, Wage Rate Information poster, and other information approved by the Contracting Officer. Locate the bulletin board at the project site in a conspicuous place easily accessible to all employees, as approved by the Contracting Officer.

2.1.2 Project Sign: (Aug 2003)

A project sign shall be provided at the project site and erected at a location designated by the Contracting Officer. The sign shall conform to the applicable requirements of EP 310-1-6. The sign shall be erected as soon as possible and within 15 days after the date of receipt of notice to proceed. Upon completion of the project the sign shall be removed and disposed of by the Contractor. (CENAB)

2.1.3 Safety Sign (Aug 2003)

A safety sign shall be provided and erected at a location designated by the Contracting Officer. The sign shall conform to the applicable requirements of EP 310-1-6. The sign shall be erected as soon as possible and within 15 days after the receipt of notice to proceed. The data required by the sign

SECTION 01 50 00 Page 3 shall be corrected daily, with light colored metallic or non-metallic numbers. Numerals, including mounting hardware, shall be subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer. Upon completion of the project, the sign shall be removed and disposed of by the contractor. (CENAB)

2.2 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL

2.2.1 Barricades

Erect and maintain temporary barricades to limit public access to hazardous areas. Whenever safe public access to paved areas such as roads, parking areas or sidewalks is prevented by construction activities or as otherwise necessary to ensure the safety of both pedestrian and vehicular traffic barricades will be required. Securely place barricades clearly visible with adequate illumination to provide sufficient visual warning of the hazard during both day and night.

2.2.2 Fencing

Provide fencing along the construction site Laydohn/Storage Areas, Staging Areas, at all open excavations and tunnels to control access by unauthorized people.

a. Install new fencing in order to protect the public areas of construction limits of work, office and storage areas. Fencing shall be 8 feet high chain link fence and gates with brown or green plastic fabric mesh netting (similar to tennis court screening). Install fencing to be able to restrain a force of at least 250 pounds against it..

2.2.3 Temporary Wiring

Provide temporary wiring in accordance with NFPA 241 and NFPA 70. Include frequent inspection of all equipment and apparatus.

2.2.4 Backflow Preventers

Reduced pressure principle type conforming to the applicable requirements AWWA C511. Provide backflow preventers complete with 150 pound flanged cast iron or bronze mounted gate valve or bronze, internal parts. After installation conduct Backflow Preventer Tests and provide test reports verifying that the installation meets the FCCCHR Manual Standards.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EMPLOYEE PARKING

Contractor employees will park privately owned vehicles in an area designated by the Contracting Officer. This area will be within reasonable walking distance of the construction site. Contractor employee parking must not interfere with existing and established parking requirements of the government installation.

3.2 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES

3.2.1 Temporary Utilities

Provide temporary utilities required for construction. Materials may be

SECTION 01 50 00 Page 4 new or used, must be adequate for the required usage, not create unsafe conditions, and not violate applicable codes and standards.

3.2.2 Payment for Utility Services

a. The Government will make all reasonably required utilities available to the Contractor from existing outlets and supplies, as specified in the contract. Carefully conserve any utilities furnished without charge.

b. Reasonable amounts of electricity and water will be made available to the Contractor without charge.

c. Contractor will pay all costs incurred in connecting, converting, and transferring the utilities to the work. Make connections, including providing backflow-preventing devices on connections to domestic water lines; providing meters; and providing transformers; and make disconnections. Under no circumstances will taps to base fire hydrants be allowed for obtaining domestic water.

3.2.3 Meters and Temporary Connections

At the Contractors expense and in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer, provide and maintain necessary temporary connections, distribution lines, and meter bases (Government will provide meters) required to measure the amount of each utility used for the purpose of tracking utility usage.

Notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, 5 working days before final electrical connection is desired so that a utilities contract can be established. The Government will provide a meter and make the final hot connection after inspection and approval of the Contractor's temporary wiring installation. The Contractor will not make the final electrical connection. The Contractor will provide monthly metering report to the Government.

3.2.4 Advance Deposit

An advance deposit for utilities consisting of an estimated month's usage or a minimum of $50.00 will be required. The last monthly bills for the fiscal year will normally be offset by the deposit and adjustments will be billed or returned as appropriate. Services to be rendered for the next fiscal year, beginning 1 October, will require a new deposit. Notification of the due date for this deposit will be mailed to the Contractor prior to the end of the current fiscal year.

3.2.5 Final Meter Reading

Before completion of the work and final acceptance of the work by the Government, notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, 5 working days before termination is desired. The Government will take a final meter reading, disconnect service, and remove the meters. Then remove all the temporary distribution lines, meter bases, and associated paraphernalia.

Pay all outstanding utility bills before final acceptance of the work by the Government.

3.2.6 Utilities at Special Locations

a. Reasonable amounts of utilities will be made available to the Contractor at the prevailing Government rates. These rates may be obtained upon application to the Commanding Officer, Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna, PA, by way of the Contracting

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Officer. The Contractor will be responsible for making connections, providing transformers and meters, and making disconnections; and for providing backflow preventer devices on connections to domestic water lines.

b. Reasonable amounts of utilities will be made available without charge.

The Contractor will be responsible for making connections, providing transformers and meters, and making disconnections; and for providing backflow preventer devices on connections to domestic water lines.

Under no circumstances will taps to base fire hydrants be allowed for obtaining domestic water.

3.2.7 Electricity

Provide connections, sized to provide service required for power and lighting. Locate feeder and branch wiring with area distribution boxes so that power is available throughout the project site by use of power cords.

120/240 electrical volt feeder service is available. Provide lighting as required for safe and secure operations. Electricity used will be furnished by the Government. .

3.2.8 Water

Make connections to existing facilities to provide water for construction purposes. Water used will be furnished by the Government. Large volumes of water for construction activities can only be from the fire hydrant at the ACP 4 Truck Gate. Access to this fire hydrant must be coordinated with the Installation Support POC.

3.2.9 Sanitation

a. Provide and maintain within the construction area minimum field-type sanitary facilities approved by the Contracting Officer and periodically empty wastes into a municipal, district, or station sanitary sewage system, or remove waste to a commercial facility.

Obtain approval from the system owner prior to discharge into any municipal, district, or commercial sanitary sewer system. Any penalties and / or fines associated with improper discharge will be the responsibility of the Contractor. Coordinate with the Contracting Officer and follow station regulations and procedures when discharging into the station sanitary sewer system. Maintain these conveniences at all times without nuisance. Include provisions for pest control and elimination of odors. Government toilet facilities will not be available to Contractor's personnel.

b. Provide temporary sewer and sanitation facilities that are self-contained units with both urinals and stool capabilities.

Ventilate the units to control odors and fumes and empty and clean them at least once a week or more often if required by the Contracting Officer. The doors shall be self-closing. The exterior of the unit shall match the base standard color. Locate the facility behind the construction fence or out of the public view.

3.2.10 Telephone

Make arrangements and pay all costs for telephone facilities desired.

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3.2.11 Obstruction Lighting of Cranes

Provide a minimum of 2 aviation red or high intensity white obstruction lights on temporary structures (including cranes) over 100 feet above ground level. Light construction and installation must comply with FAA AC 70/7460-1. Lights must be operational during periods of reduced visibility, darkness, and as directed by the Contracting Officer.

3.2.12 Fire Protection

Provide temporary fire protection equipment for the protection of personnel and property during construction. Remove debris and flammable materials daily to minimize potential hazards.

3.3 TRAFFIC PROVISIONS

3.3.1 Maintenance of Traffic

a. Conduct operations in a manner that will not close any thoroughfare or interfere in any way with traffic on highways except with written permission of the Contracting Officer at least 15 calendar days prior to the proposed modification date, and provide a Traffic Control Plan detailing the proposed controls to traffic movement for approval. The plan must be in accordance with State and local regulations and the MUTCD, Part VI. Make all notifications and obtain any permits required for modification to traffic movements outside Station's jurisdiction..

Contractor may move oversized and slow-moving vehicles to the worksite provided requirements of the highway authority have been met.

b. Conduct work so as to minimize obstruction of traffic, and maintain traffic on at least half of the roadway width at all times. Obtain approval from the Contracting Officer prior to starting any activity that will obstruct traffic.

c. Provide, erect, and maintain, at contractors expense, lights, barriers, signals, passageways, detours, and other items, that may be required by the Life Safety Signage, overhead protection authority having jurisdiction.

3.3.2 Protection of Traffic

Maintain and protect traffic on all affected roads during the construction period except as otherwise specifically directed by the Contracting Officer. Measures for the protection and diversion of traffic, including the provision of watchmen and flagmen, erection of barricades, placing of lights around and in front of equipment the work, and the erection and maintenance of adequate warning, danger, and direction signs, will be as required by the State and local authorities having jurisdiction. Protect the traveling public from damage to person and property. Minimize the interference with public traffic on roads selected for hauling material to and from the site. Investigate the adequacy of existing roads and their allowable load limit. Contractor is responsible for the repair of any damage to roads caused by construction operations.

3.3.3 Dust Control

Dust control methods and procedures must be approved by the Contracting Officer. Treat dust abatement on access roads with applications of calcium chloride, water sprinklers, or similar methods or treatment.

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3.4 CONTRACTOR'S TEMPORARY FACILITIES

Contractor-owned or -leased trailers must be identified by Government assigned numbers. Size and location of the number will comply with directions provided by the Contracting Officer. Apply the number to the trailer within 14 calendar days of notification, or sooner, if directed by the Government.

3.4.1 Safety

Protect the integrity of any installed safety systems or personnel safety devices. If entrance into systems serving safety devices is required, the Contractor must obtain prior approval from the Contracting Officer. If it is temporarily necessary to remove or disable personnel safety devices in order to accomplish contract requirements, provide alternative means of protection prior to removing or disabling any permanently installed safety devices or equipment and obtain approval from the Contracting Officer.

3.4.2 Administrative Field Offices

Provide and maintain administrative field office facilities within the construction area at the designated site. Government office and warehouse facilities will not be available to the Contractor's personnel.

3.4.3 Storage Area

Construct a temporary 8 foot high chain link fence around trailers and materials. Include plastic strip inserts, colored brown, so that visibility through the fence is obstructed. Fence posts may be driven, in lieu of concrete bases, where soil conditions permit. Do not place or store Trailers, materials, or equipment outside the fenced area unless such trailers, materials, or equipment are assigned a separate and distinct storage area by the Contracting Officer away from the vicinity of the construction site but within the installation boundaries. Trailers, equipment, or materials must not be open to public view with the exception of those items which are in support of ongoing work on any given day. Do not stockpile materials outside the fence in preparation for the next day's work. Park mobile equipment, such as tractors, wheeled lifting equipment, cranes, trucks, and like equipment within the fenced area at the end of each work day.

3.4.4 Supplemental Storage Area

Upon Contractor's request, the Contracting Officer will designate another or supplemental area for the Contractor's use and storage of trailers, equipment, and materials. This area may not be in close proximity of the construction site but will be within the installation boundaries. Fencing of materials or equipment will not be required at this site; however, the Contractor is responsible for cleanliness and orderliness of the area used and for the security of any material or equipment stored in this area.

Utilities will not be provided to this area by the Government.

3.4.5 Appearance of Trailers

a. Trailers utilized by the Contractor for administrative or material storage purposes must present a clean and neat exterior appearance and be in a state of good repair. Trailers which, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, require exterior painting or maintenance will not

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b. Paint in accordance with facility standards and maintain the temporary facilities. Failure to do so will be sufficient reason to require their removal.

3.4.6 Trailers or Storage Buildings

a. Trailers or storage buildings will be permitted, where space is available, subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer. The trailers or buildings shall be in good condition, free from visible damage rust and deterioration, and meet all applicable safety requirements. Trailers shall be roadworthy and comply with all appropriate state and local vehicle requirements. Failure to maintain storage trailers or buildings to these standards shall result in the removal of non-complying units at the Contractor's expense. A sign not smaller than 24 by 24 inches shall be conspicuously placed on the trailer depicting the company name, business phone number, and emergency phone number. Trailers shall be anchored to resist high winds and must meet applicable state of local standards for anchoring mobile trailers.

3.4.7 Maintenance of Storage Area

a. Keep fencing in a state of good repair and proper alignment. Grassed or unpaved areas, which are not established roadways, will be covered with a layer of gravel as necessary to prevent rutting and the tracking of mud onto paved or established roadways, should the Contractor elect to traverse them with construction equipment or other vehicles; gravel gradation will be at the Contractor's discretion. Mow and maintain grass located within the boundaries of the construction site for the duration of the project. Grass and vegetation along fences, buildings, under trailers, and in areas not accessible to mowers will be edged or trimmed neatly.

b. Cut grass (or annual weeds) within the construction and storage sites to a maximum 4 inch height at least once a week during the growing season unless the grass area is not visible to the public. Trim the grass around fences at time of grass cutting. Maintain grass or weeds on stockpiled earth as descried above.

3.4.8 New Building

In the event a new building is constructed for the temporary project field office, it will be a minimum 12 feet in width, 16 feet in length and have a minimum of 7 feet headroom. Equip the building with approved electrical wiring, at least one double convenience outlet and the required switches and fuses to provide 110-120 volt power. Provide a work table with stool, desk with chair, two additional chairs, and one legal size file cabinet that can be locked. The building must be waterproof, supplied with a heater, have a minimum of two doors, electric lights, a telephone, a battery operated smoke detector alarm, a sufficient number of adjustable windows for adequate light and ventilation, and a supply of approved drinking water. Approved sanitary facilities must be furnished. Screen the windows and doors and provide the doors with dead bolt type locking devices or a padlock and heavy duty hasp bolted to the door. Door hinge pins will be non-removable. Arrange the windows to open and to be securely fastened from the inside. Protect glass panels in windows by bars or heavy

SECTION 01 50 00 Page 9 mesh screens to prevent easy access. In warm weather, furnish air conditioning capable of maintaining the office at 50 percent relative humidity and a room temperature 20 degrees F below the outside temperature when the outside temperature is 95 degrees F. Any new building erected for a temporary field office must be maintained by the Contractor during the life of the contract and upon completion and acceptance of the work become the property of the Contractor and removed from the site.

3.4.9 Security Provisions

Provide adequate outside security lighting at the Contractor's temporary facilities. The Contractor will be responsible for the security of its own equipment; in addition, the Contractor will notify the appropriate law enforcement agency requesting periodic security checks of the temporary project field office.

3.4.10 Storage Size and Location

The enclosed site available for storage must be as indicated. The storage area will be approximately 5,000 square feet.

3.4.11 Storage in Existing Buildings

The Contractor will be working in and around existing buildings; the storage of material will not be allowed in the buildings. Provide 8 foot high security fence with a lockable gate around the storage area. Remove at the completion of work.

3.4.12 Weather Protection of Temporary Facilities and Stored Materials

Take necessary precautions to ensure that roof openings and other critical openings in the building are monitored carefully. Take immediate actions required to seal off such openings when rain or other detrimental weather is imminent, and at the end of each workday. Ensure that the openings are completely sealed off to protect materials and equipment in the building from damage.

3.4.12.1 Building and Site Storm Protection

When a warning of gale force winds is issued, take precautions to minimize danger to persons, and protect the work and nearby Government property.

Precautions must include, but are not limited to, closing openings;

removing loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations; and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work. Close openings in the work when storms of lesser intensity pose a threat to the work or any nearby Government property.

3.5 PLANT COMMUNICATION

Whenever the Contractor has the individual elements of its plant so located that operation by normal voice between these elements is not satisfactory, the Contractor must install a satisfactory means of communication, such as telephone or other suitable devices and made available for use by Government personnel.

3.6 TEMPORARY PROJECT SAFETY FENCING

As soon as practicable, but not later than 15 days after the date established for commencement of work, furnish and erect temporary project

SECTION 01 50 00 Page 10 safety fencing at the work site. Maintain the safety fencing during the life of the contract and, upon completion and acceptance of the work, will become the property of the Contractor and be removed from the work site.

3.7 CLEANUP

Remove construction debris, waste materials, packaging material and the like from the work site daily. Any dirt or mud which is tracked onto paved or surfaced roadways must be cleaned away. Store any salvageable materials resulting from demolition activities within the fenced area described above or at the supplemental storage area. Neatly stack stored materials not in trailers, whether new or salvaged.

3.8 RESTORATION OF STORAGE AREA

Upon completion of the project remove the bulletin board, signs, barricades and any other temporary products from the site. After removal of trailers, materials, and equipment from within the fenced area, remove the fence that will become the property of the Contractor. Restore areas used by the Contractor for the storage of equipment or material, or other use to the original or better condition. Remove gravel used to traverse grassed areas and restore the area to its original condition, including top soil and seeding as necessary.

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3.9 TEMPORARY LOCKER FACILITY

mmiskimon Text Box Contractor to provide and maintain a temporary locker facility for DLA personnel at the designated location on the drawings. The facility is anticipated to be a pre-fabricated 12'x6O' mobile trailer with a prefabricated ADA accessible entry ramp, landings and associated railings. The interior of the trailer shall be subdivided to create a small common interior entry vestibule and two separate locker areas that are accessed independently from the entry vestibule. One locker area will be for males and accommodate at least 75 existing lockers and adequate existing benches. The other locker area will be for females and accommodate at least 16 existing lockers and adequate existing benches. The trailer shall be heated and air conditioned and have code compliant lighting for the spaces being provided. The installation shall provide a temporary access control system to be installed by the contractor at the trailer door. Contractor is responsible for delivery and setup of the trailer along with any temporary connections required to utilities to keep the trailer operational. The trailer will need to be made available for use by DLA personnel 7 days prior to the existing locker rooms being made unusable by construction activities. Existing locker and bench relocation efforts from the existing building to the trailer shall have minimal impact on DLA activities and shall be coordinated with DLA prior to start of relocation efforts. After removal and trailer and disconnection of existing utilities the site shall be restored as required to match site conditions prior to construction.

BIDDERS’ REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION AND GOVERNMENT RESPONSES

Question: After thorough review of the bid documents, we were unable to locate the Bid Guarantee requirements for this project. Please Clarify the Bid Guarantee requirements and enable us to submit a Bid Bond along with the proposal in a timely manner?

Response: A bid guarantee is required. The amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20 percent of the bid price or $3,000,000.00, whichever is less.

Question: Will a 2nd site visit be conducted for this project?

Response: A 2nd site visit will not be conducted.

Question: Can you waive the AISC Certification requirement for Structural Steel work?

Response: The AISC certification for fabrication plant and erector is required.

Question: Requesting the RFI deadline be extended.

Response: The cutoff date for RFIs has been extended until 26 January, 12 noon local time.

Question: Can you provide us Geo-technical Report including the sub-soil investigation report?

Response: See this Amendment 0001.

Question: Is the ASIC certification a mandatory requirement for both the fabricator and installer for both the police and fire department structural steel contractor?

Response: The AISC certification for fabrication plant and erector is required.

Question: Will the Structural subcontractor be required to hold the certification or simply follow the ASIC guidelines listed on the drawings?

Response: The AISC certification for fabrication plant and erector is required.

Question: What are the contractor utility responsibilities for the temporary trailer? i.e. Water, sewer, power, telecommunications and security, etc.?

Response: Please reference Division 1 specifications for applicable requirements.

Question: Drawing C-104 depicts two construction entrances (2 double gate), off 14th street at the Fire Station and 15th street at the Police Station. However drawing CG-102 shows one (1) rock construction entrance at the police station entry. Which is required?

Response: Both gated entrances are required, as the construction site is to be completely fenced in for safety purposes. The rock construction entrance (RCE) is only required at the police station as shown on CG-102.

See this amendment 0001.

Question: Shall fire stopping materials be required at all wall and floor penetrations for plumbing, electrical, HVAC adhere to have fire stopping?

Response: Fire stopping is required at fire rated wall and floor penetrations as needed to maintain the existing or code required fire rating.

Question: The drawings indicate the demolition of the sanitary sewer line at the fire station. It seems the removal of this line impact the sanitary waste in the fire station. How much time will the government allow for this outage? Is there a sanitary line that connects the police and fire station within the building?

Response: Drawing PD-101 provides direction on the sequencing of construction with respect to the demolition of the existing sanitary service for the Fire Station. The maximum allowable duration of the outage for the sanitary service to be provided by DLA.

Question: What is the size/thickness of the concrete pad requiring removal?

Response: This is unknown. The existing as-built drawings do not clearly show this pad thickness. Concrete sidewalk and pavement section range from 4 to 8 inches based on the as-built drawings. May need to confirm thickness with facility.

Question: The drawings do not indicate any new landscaping. Are we to assume all disturbed areas will receive only seeding the areas?

Response: Landscaping is not proposed for this phase. Only seeding will be required. Use seed mixture as indicated on sheet CG-503.

Question: Does the removal of the charging station require the removal of underground lines? If so what extent of this line will be required?

Response: Yes, please reference drawing ED-101. Specific note 1 details the extent of the demolition required for the charging station.

Question: Sheet A-501 Detail 8 calls for "Decorative Column Enclosure" at the exterior column of the parking canopy. Can you please supply the specification section that for these enclosures?

Response: Please refer to as-built drawings sheet A-11 for typical detail. The intent of the column cover is to match existing which is a pre-fabricated EIFS cover. As-builts may need to be provided by the Government is not issued as reference during advertisement of the project.

Question: Section 03 11 13.00 10 Structural Cast-in -place concrete Page 2 Paragraph 2.2.2 Fiber Voids and 2.3 Fiber Void Retainers are listed but there is no indication that they are required on the drawings. Can you please confirm if they are required and if so give a detail and location.

Response: These items are not required.

Question: Drawing E-101 refers to Temporary Trailer as a Shower Trailer. Please provide a specification for the Temporary Trailer including a layout drawing for the temporary trailer?

Response: The temporary trailer will act as a temporary locker room; no shower facilities will be required in the trailer. See the attached revised specification Section 01 50 00 issued with this Amendment 0001.

Question: Section 310000 paragraph 1.5 indicates a subsoil investigative report (Geotechnical Report) is available. How do I obtain a copy of or access to the report?

Response: Final Geotechnical Report is included with this Amendment 0001.

Question: How many people should the Temporary (Swing Space) trailer be capable of holding?

Response: See the attached revised specification Section 01 50 00 issued with this Amendment 0001.

Question: Please confirm that the electrical charging station is a typical charging station for electrical vehicles.

Response: See photos attached to this Amendment 0001.

Question: This indicates a Comms Tower to be removed and relocated by others. Will the remaining pad and or duct bank and conduit require removal under this contract.

Response: No, tower, remaining pad and or duct bank and conduit will be removed and relocated by others as well.

SECTION 00700 - CONTRACT CLAUSES

The following were previously included by reference and are now included by full text:

52.228-1 BID GUARANTEE (SEP 1996)

(a) Failure to furnish a bid guarantee in the proper form and amount, by the time set for opening of bids, may be cause for rejection of the bid.

(b) The bidder shall furnish a bid guarantee in the form of a firm commitment, e.g., bid bond supported by good and sufficient surety or sureties acceptable to the Government, postal money order, certified check, cashier's check, irrevocable letter of credit, or, under Treasury Department regulations, certain bonds or notes of the United States.

The Contracting Officer will return bid guarantees, other than bid bonds, (1) to unsuccessful bidders as soon as practicable after the opening of bids, and (2) to the successful bidder upon execution of contractual documents and bonds (including any necessary coinsurance or reinsurance agreements), as required by the bid as accepted.-

(c) The amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20 (twenty) percent of the bid price or $3,000,000.00, whichever is less.-

(d) If the successful bidder, upon acceptance of its bid by the Government within the period specified for acceptance, fails to execute all contractual documents or furnish executed bond(s) within 10 days after receipt of the forms by the bidder, the Contracting Officer may terminate the contract for default.-

(e) In the event the contract is terminated for default, the bidder is liable for any cost of acquiring the work that exceeds the amount of its bid, and the bid guarantee is available to offset the difference.

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