SOW_01010_rev24Mar17.pdf

US Army Corps of Engineers Europe District

APO AE 09049

az13

Statement of Work Project Number: AJ-HA-2015-00026299

Construct Guloglular Village School Barda, Azerbaijan

Prepared by:

Design Section Engineering Branch

24 March 2017

01010 Statement of Work Construct Guloglular Village School

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SECTION 01010

STATEMENT OF WORK

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS;

1 GENERAL

2 CIVIL AND GEOTECHNICAL

3 ARCHITECTURAL

4 STRUCTURAL

5 ELECTRICAL & COMMUNICATIONS

6 MECHANICAL

7 FIRE PROTECTION (NO CONTENT - LIFE SAFETY COVERED IN OTHER SECTIONS)

ATTACHMENTS

Att. # 1.1 Location Map Att. # 1.2 Site Plan Att. # 2 Functional Layout Att. # 3 Sports Court Detail Att. # 4 Fence Details Att. # 5 Gift Sign

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Request for Proposal (RFP) provides parameters for a design-build project for construction of new school facility in Guloglular Village, Barda, Azerbaijan. The facility shall consist of a single story masonry / concrete building with sloped roof and separate utility/heating building. The facility shall accommodate 220 students and 46 employees. Male and female ratio is 50-50.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall deliver fully functional, turnkey type facilities (without furniture) as described in this document. The work includes but is not limited to design, demolition, fabrication, delivery, installation, construction, and site work. The facility and the installed equipment shall be permanent construction.

The Contractor shall provide to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) all design drawings, shop drawings and certificates as well as calculations prior to the beginning of construction. The contractor shall obtain all Permits necessary for the project in accordance with FAR 52.236-7, Permits and Responsibilities. A copy of all permits, with English translation, shall be furnished to the COR prior to the start of construction work. The facility in this project shall be complete and usable to meet codes and technical and functional requirements per this SOW. All design, calculations, approvals, certificates, fees, labor, material, equipment, direct overhead, indirect overhead, G&A and general conditions to complete this project as described in the SOW shall be included in the proposal price.

The facility shall be designed and constructed in accordance with current standards and building codes as described in these documents. The local municipality shall provide site permit that shall include the exact location of the building.

These design and product requirements are minimum requisites. The Contractor is encouraged to propose alternate design or materials that will be equally or more cost effective or allow for timely completion, durability, ease of maintenance and environment compatibility. The contractor will be required to submit information as requested by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to make a comparison of the proposed alternative. All variations must be accepted by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

Compliance with the provisions of this section by subcontractors shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.3 FUNCTIONAL AREAS AND SPACE ADJACENCIES

1.3.1 School building shall accommodate:

- Twelve (12) classrooms of size 36 m2 each;

- One (1) laboratory of size 36 m2;

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- One (1) PC room of size 36 m2;

- One (1) cafeteria/kitchenette/auditorium of size 40.32 m2;

- One (1) library of size 32.64 m2;

- One (1) teacher’s room of size 24.48 m2;

- One (1) principle’s room of size 12 m2;

- One (1) janitor of size 3.6 m2;

- One (1) storage of size 20.08 m2;

- Separate students’ and teacher’s bathrooms of size 40.8 m2.

Total school building net functional area to be provided is 677.92 m2 (excluding corridors).

1.3.2 Utility/heating building shall accommodate:

- One (1) heating/boiler room of size 20 m2; and

- One (1) electrical room of size 5 m2.

Total utility/heating building net area to be provided is 25 m2.

1.4 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Materials and products used, shall be durable, heavy duty industry standard. The equipment shall be the manufacturer’s standard quality and shall be compatible with all other equipment and materials within the system or assembly. Equipment and materials shall include all connections and accessories necessary to ensure operability and correct installation according to manufacturer’s requirements.

Any material installed that does not meet the requirements of this RFP shall be removed and replaced with materials that meet RFP requirements at the Contractor’s expense.

Each major piece of equipment shall have the manufacturer’s name, address, contact information, type or style, model or serial number, and catalog number on a plate secured to the piece of equipment. The definition of a “major piece of equipment” shall be at the discretion of the COR. At minimum, two (each) of all Operation and Maintenance manuals shall be provided for each piece of equipment. These shall be clearly labeled, bound and delivered at one time prior contract completion. Also, prior contract completion provide two (2) each of any unique tools required to operate or maintain each piece of equipment.

All equipment delivered and placed in storage shall be stored with protection from the weather and temperature variation, dirt and dust, and other contaminants. The contractor shall be responsible for the materials safety and condition while in storage. The government shall not be responsible for damaged or missing equipment.

1.5 DESIGN DIMENSIONS

The design shall be developed using the metric system.

1.6 GENERAL DESIGN INSTRUCTIONS

The Contractor's design and construction shall comply with technical requirements contained herein. The Contractor shall provide design and construction using the best blend of cost, construction efficiency, system durability, ease of maintenance and environmental compatibility. See Specification 01 00 15 Design after Award for additional information.

1.7 DESIGN CRITERIA

Project design, site facilities, utility systems and material standards shall be in accordance with the latest editions of the Host Nation building codes. In the absence of Host Nation building codes the Contractor shall use the International Building Code (IBC) and/or the U.S. / European codes and technical standards and regulations as required in this RFP.

While this RFP references various source standards and specifications, all design documents are to meet Host Nation codes and requirements. It is the designer's responsibility to demonstrate that the Host Nation standard is equal to the cited standard or specifications being supplanted. The more restrictive standards shall apply when the conflicts arise between the requirements of this RFP and any referenced or other applicable codes, standards or regulations. If equivalency cannot be met, the more stringent requirement shall be used and both codes shall be quoted verbatim in the Contractor’s correspondence to the COR. Where specific standards are not indicated, the designer shall determine the required material and execution standards.

Provide an electronic copy of the local host nation standards and building codes in its original language as related to facility construction.

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1.7.1 DESIGN SUBMITTALS

The contractor will be required to make formal design submittals at 65%, 95% design as well as a corrected final (100%).

This includes a design analysis, a complete set of drawings, calculations and specifications at each submittal.

The contractor shall submit all documents in electronic format (.pdf for text and calculations, .pdf and .dwg (AutoCAD, latest version) for drawings). See Specification 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES for additional information.

1.7.2 DESIGN CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

The contractor and his entire design team shall be required to participate in a design review conference at the 65% and 95% design submittal. No design review conference will be required for the 100% corrected final.

All design review conferences shall be held via teleconference or be reviewed and comments resolved via email.

1.7.3 LIFE-SPAN

Construction must have an expected life span of 25 years.

1.7.4 MAINTAINABILITY

Low maintenance materials and systems must be employed and shall be appropriate for the project climate and location.

1.7.5 OPERABILITY

Systems including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, communications, shall be simple to operate and easy to maintain.

1.7.6 STANDARDIZATION

The Contractor shall use standardized materials, products, equipment, and systems to minimize the requirements for replacement parts, storage facilities, and service requirements.

1.8 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPH DOCUMENTATION

1.8.1 PRECONSTRUCTION PHOTOS

A minimum of 50 pre-construction photos shall be furnished to the COR prior to mobilization. Photos shall be a minimum of 1,504 x 1000 pixel size. Photos shall represent the undisturbed project site prior to any construction activity. Photos shall be accompanied by a site plan identifying locations and dates of the photos taken.

1.8.2 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS PHOTOS

A minimum of 25 construction photos shall be furnished to the COR on a weekly basis. Photos shall be a minimum of 1,504 x 1000 pixel size. Photos shall be accompanied with a floor plan and site plan and shall be submitted as .jpeg format.

Coordinate location of photos with the COR. Photo shall be submitted by 12:01 PM on each Friday for the duration of the contract.

END OF SECTION

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2.0 CIVIL AND GEOTECHNICAL

The Contractor shall provide and perform civil engineering design and construction services as required to provide a complete, accessible, functional and usable project. The contractor is required to extensively coordinate civil design and construction work with the scope of the other disciplines described in this SOW.

2.1 SCOPE SUMMARY

Civil works for this project are comprised of, but are not limited to, the following principal items (refer to bid schedule for which of these are base bid or optional):

Site Survey Geotechnical Investigation and Report Site Layout Demolition Earthwork Storm Drainage Sanitary Water Pavement Landscaping Fencing

2.2 EXISTING CONDITIONS

The proposed project is located in Guloglugar Village, outside of Barda, Azerbaijan. The coordinates of the site are Latitude 40°24'32.85"N, Longitude 47°08'25.75"E. See Attachment #1.1 – Location Map

The site is relatively flat, and is covered with trees, brush, grass, utility poles, water wells, an existing school, and other out buildings. An irrigation ditch runs through the site in a north-south direction. The direction of flow is not known.

Geotechnical information is not available.

City water connection is available adjacent to the along the road on the south side of the site. The water is inconsistently available. A gas line also available along the road on the south side of the site. There are no sanitary or storm utility connections. See Attachment#1.2 – Site Plan.

2.2.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND CONTAMINATION

There is no prior knowledge of any hazardous materials at the site. However, it is possible that hazardous material may be found from previous use of the site, or that materials to be removed contain hazardous materials. If hazardous materials are found to exist, the Contractor shall immediately notify the COR, cease work in the area, and secure the site. The Contractor shall take precautions to protect the site from surface run-off and precipitation, and prevent leaching of any hazardous material in the surrounding area.

2.3 DESIGN SUBMITTALS

Provide a Design Analysis with discussion, calculations, and justification for design decisions for all project aspects and features. Reference all applicable regulations, standards, and/or other documents for the design. Reference sources are subject to Government approval. Provide English version of Host Nation references, if requested by the Government.

Provide civil design drawings and specifications of sufficient detail to address the requirements of each design submittal.

Civil drawings shall include, but are not limited to, site plans, utility maps, grading plans, regular and characteristic cross sections of pavements and utility runs, as well as temporary construction plans/methods that affect the design and construction of the project. These temporary plans include mobilization, erosion control, shoring, construction sequence, etc.

Design drawings shall include all necessary information (labeling, dimensioning, legend, details, etc.) to allow for complete understanding and constructability of all proposed features. Provide comprehensible differentiation between features that are new, existing or planned to be demolished by use of appropriate choice of line styles, line weights, and/or colors.

Reference USACE A/E/C Graphics Standard for graphic requirements.

CAD files of all construction drawings and as-built drawings shall be submitted in .dwg (latest AutoCAD version) and in .pdf format.

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65% Design Submittal Preliminary Design Analysis of civil features.

Final Site Survey.

Final Geotechnical Report.

Design Certification for Geotechnical Report Compliance.

Preliminary Site Layout Plans - Indicate existing and proposed Civil features, structures, utilities, and demolition required.

Preliminary Grading Plans, Profiles, Cross Sections, and Details, including contours, spot grades, finish floor elevation, and slopes.

Preliminary Utility Plans, Profiles, Cross Sections, and Details.

Preliminary Pavement Plans, Profiles, Cross Sections, and Details of roadways, parking, and pedestrian paths.

Preliminary Landscape Plan and Details.

Preliminary Civil Specifications.

95% Design Submittal All items from the 65% Design Submittal requirements. All Preliminary submittals from 65% shall be updated to Final submittals in the 95% Design Submittal.

Incorporate 65% design comments.

100% Submittal The 100% Submittal provides a complete and final set of contract documents ready for construction. All previous government review comments must have been addressed. Include all updated drawings, specifications and calculations from the 95% Submittal.

As Built Drawing Submittal In addition to the as-built requirements discussed in RFP Section 00 73 15-GENERAL CONDITIONS, provide a topographical survey of the site as stated in Section 2.5-SITE SURVEY. Include existing utility lines or structures (both modified and unmodified) encountered in the construction footprint that were not located on the original Site Survey.

Provide civil design submittals after contract award in accordance with RFP Section 01 00 15, DESIGN AFTER AWARD and in compliance with the GENERAL REQUIREMENTS section of this SOW.

2.4 DESIGN CRITERIA

Civil design shall be in accordance with the design criteria outlined in the GENERAL REQUIREMENTS section of this SOW. In the absence of Host Nation Building Codes the Contractor shall use the latest release of the International Building Codes (IBC) and/or the following U.S. Codes and Technical Standards and regulations

Uniform Facility Criteria (UFC) 3-201-01 - Civil Engineering UFC 3-230-01 Water Storage, Distribution, and Transmission UFC 3-240-01 Wastewater Collection USACE A/E/C Graphics Standard (ERDC/ITL TR-12-1)

UFC documents are available on the internet at:

http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?c=4

2.5 SITE SURVEY

Provide a survey from a licensed surveyor that includes all topographic, underground utility, property boundary, and easement information needed to design and construct the project. Include location and elevation, dimensions, material, and basic characteristics of all features within the project site limits, as well as all features outside of the site that will be connected into or included in the project scope of work. Include sufficient detail of the existing drainage (on-site and off-site) to allow for a proposed drainage design. Include the horizontal and vertical coordinate systems. Present features with their proper representation and an associated legend. For trees, provide type, diameter at chest height, and dripline diameter.

Site information provided to the Contractor by the Government is not to be considered accurate Site Survey information.

Upon completion of construction, the original survey shall be updated with an As-built survey of the site as constructed, including underground utility locations and depths. The As-built survey shall be submitted to the COR for approval.

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Reference UFC 3-201-01, Section 2-2.2-SURVEYING and RFP Section 01 00 15, DESIGN AFTER AWARD for survey requirements.

2.6 GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION AND REPORT

Conduct a geotechnical investigation of the areas impacted by the project, and provide an assessment regarding all geotechnical base data required for proper layout and construction of the planned facilities.

Perform the necessary test pits to collect soil samples at depths suitable for the anticipated loads. Perform laboratory testing on the obtained soil samples to determine all engineering properties required for proper layout and construction of the proposed features. Perform groundwater recordings and percolation tests as base of design for underground constructions, drainage facilities, etc. Visually inspect soil for potential contaminants. If contaminants are suspected, provide technical contaminant analysis. In case of positive result for contaminants, provide risk assessment and recommendations for removal.

The report including results of the investigation and recommendations shall be provided to the Government prior to finalizing design features that are dependent upon soil condition and characteristics. The geotechnical report shall include, as a minimum, the following information:

- A description of site subsurface conditions and the regional geology and seismic conditions at the site.

- Test pit logs.

- Groundwater and frost penetration depths.

- Contaminant Analysis and Assessment.

- Recommendations for allowable bearing capacity, expected settlement, type of foundation, minimum footing and grade beam dimensions, lateral earth pressure parameters, and minimum depth of foundation for footing and grade beams.

- Recommendations for preparation, placement, and compaction of onsite soils, borrow material, soil replacement, soil amendment/treatment, structural fill, topsoil, and trench backfill.

- Recommendations for pavement design and construction.

- Recommendations for the storm and septic systems.

The Contractor and their professional geotechnical engineer consultant shall certify in writing that the design of the project has been developed consistent with the Contractor’s Final Geotechnical Report. The certification shall be stamped by the consulting professional geotechnical engineer and shall be submitted with the first design submission. If revisions are made to the initial design submission, a new certification shall be provided with the final design submission.

2.7 SITE LAYOUT

Attachment #1.2 – Site Plan of this SOW includes a site sketch that shows a feasible solution for the layout of the site which is to be considered as conceptual only. Amend the site layout as determined by the site-specific constraints, the owner’s preferences, accessibility, and opportunities that are identified and evaluated as part of the Contractor’s scope of work.

Proposed features shall be offset adequately from existing and proposed features, property lines, and access routes.

Existing utilities may be re-routed to accomplish a functional site layout, if the function of the existing utility is not compromised.

2.8 DEMOLITION

Remove existing structures, utilities, pavement, vegetation, and any other features to construct the proposed improvements.

Show demolition work and limits of disturbance in the drawings. Stake-out the limits of disturbance on-site before beginning construction.

Reference RFP Section 00 73 15-GENERAL CONDITIONS for demolition, protection, and permitting requirements.

The owner will remove existing trees, but not all vegetation. The owner will remove the existing school building, but not necessarily before the construction of this project.

2.9 EARTHWORK

Perform all earth work necessary for the installation of the proposed improvements. Additionally, fill in the existing irrigation ditch to adjacent existing or finish grade. Re-route ditch as necessary to prevent ponding on or off-site.

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The Contractor is responsible for defining earthwork requirements in the Contractor-provided, site-specific geotechnical report, and the Contractor-provided plans and specifications. Include requirements for satisfactory material, borrow material, structural fill, topsoil, utility trenches, replacement and improvement of on-site soils, soil compaction (for subgrades of structures, paving, and landscaped areas), compaction for utility trenches, maximum lift depths, density testing frequency, maximum temporary and permanent slopes, and engineered support systems.

Provide engineered support systems as required for the construction of temporary and permanent earth structures such as slopes, utility trenches, constructions pits and any other structure requiring earth support. The Contractor shall be responsible for all dewatering necessary for earthwork.

Excavated material, if satisfactory for reuse per the geotechnical report, may be used on the project site where fill is required. Unsatisfactory material, and surplus excavated material not required for fill, shall be disposed of offsite, and shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Borrow material may be required for construction from sources off site. Borrow materials are to be free of hazardous materials and contaminants. Any soil brought in from off-site sources needs to be certified clean, or tested by the Contractor’s geotechnical engineer, prior to use for adverse contaminants above regulatory criteria.

During construction, all structure foundation excavations shall be inspected and approved by the Contractor’s professional geotechnical engineer prior to placing concrete. In the absence of host nation standards, compact soil to 95% density in 30cm lifts, and provide density tests on all lifts at a frequency of 1 test per 40 square meters for foundations and parking, and 1 test per 30 meters of road and utility trench. Round up to nearest whole number (i.e. a 25 square meter foundation requires one test). The location of all tests shall be selected by the Contractor’s geotechnical engineer, and copies of all test results shall be furnished to the COR.

2.9.1 SITE GRADING

Provide Site Grading that directs storm water runoff away from buildings and structures either by drainage systems or by grading as follows:

- Finished grades of earth/grass/gravel surfaces adjacent to buildings and structures shall slope away from all exterior edges with a gradient of min. 5% for the first 3 meters.

- Finished grades of paved surfaces adjacent to buildings and structures shall slope away from all exterior walls with a gradient of min. 2% for the first 3 meters.

- Finished grades shall not create stagnating water or ponding anywhere on the project site, nor create ponding on adjacent properties.

- Building finish floor elevations shall be set at a minimum of 30cm above the local 100 year flood level. In the Design

Analysis, provide flood maps and/or hydrologic calculations and/or other engineering analysis to determine this elevation.

Site grading around the building shall meet local accessibility guidelines. The Contractor shall limit proposed landscape slopes to a maximum 2H:1V, or as recommended by the Geotechnical Report.

2.10 UTILITIES

Provide utility line depths, bedding, and backfill as required by applicable standards and geotechnical recommendations.

Minimum cover over sewer pipes must be 2 feet (0.61 m); greater than frost penetration; or sufficient to support imposed dead and live loads for the pipe materials used; whichever is more stringent. Plastic warning tape shall be placed along the route of the buried lines after pipe installation at a height of 30 cm above the line.

Any existing utilities encountered within the site boundary that are impacted by this project shall be protected, or relocated if protection is not feasible. Utilities impacted by this project that require decommissioning, or that are already out of service, shall be removed up to the property line. Cap utilities at property line per applicable codes. Manholes or underground structures to be abandoned shall be removed to a minimum depth of 50 cm below finish grade. Fill abandoned manhole or structure per Section 2.9-EARTHWORK requirements.

Coordinate all required installation, relocation, improvement and protection of utilities held by third party (e.g. public or private utility). This includes coordination of any work to be performed by the utility owner. Choice of materials and products for utility installation shall be coordinated with the utility owner (customer or third party) to ensure proper integration and compliance with existing systems and allow for easy maintenance and repair of the utilities in the future.

2.10.1 STORM SYSTEM

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Provide a storm drainage system to direct runoff away from improvements and eliminate ponding. Building roofs shall have gutters and downspouts connected to a storm drainage system. The storm drainage system shall discharge to the existing storm drainage conveyance system with capacity, or infiltrate on-site a minimum of 3 meters and downhill away from structures and future improvements. Provide an overflow to the storm system that will not damage improvements or cause erosion. In the absence of host nation standards, the storm drainage system will be designed per UFC 3-201-01, Chapter 3-Storm Drainage Systems.

2.10.2 SANITARY SYSTEM

Provide a septic system with tank and leach field. Size the system based on the school occupancy and a 5 year maintenance schedule of pumping of the septic tank. Amend soil as needed to achieve desired infiltration rates. The system shall have the ability to be monitored, pumped out, and have an alarm system when the capacity is being reached that reports to the building. Provide all underground piping and appurtenances to connect the building to the tank. In the absence of host nation standards, the sanitary system will be designed per UFC 3-240-01.

2.10.3 WATER SYSTEM

The water system shall be designed and installed to meet all flow requirements for the facility. Provide a water system to support the water storage tank described in the MECHANICAL section of the SOW. In the absence of host nation standards, the water system will be designed per UFC 3-230-01.

2.11 PAVEMENT

Provide a rectangular concrete Sports Court that is 29 x 16 meters. See Attachment#3-Sport Court Detail for requirements.

See SOW Section 4 -STRUCTURAL for Sports Court material requirements. Provide 50-80 cm height of Sports Court above finish grade. Once the concrete has cured, flood to reveal any low areas in the concrete surface. Apply a patch binder mix to fill in the low areas. Provide a concrete sealer.

Provide a minimum 4 meter wide, minimum 0.20 meter thick, aggregate road(s) to connect the site entrance(s) to the proposed school building, water tank, and septic tank. Provide geometric layout of the road to allow for the design vehicles to access the site features. In the Design Analysis, demonstrate the turning path of the largest anticipated vehicle(s) in the most constrained situations on the site plans. Largest design vehicles for this site are septic cleaning truck and water tank refill truck.

Provide a minimum 1 meter wide, minimum 0.10 meter thick aggregate pedestrian path to connect the proposed school building to the heating building and Sports Court.

In the absence of host nation standards, compact pavements to 95% density, and provide density tests at a frequency of 1 test per 30 meters of road and pedestrian paths. Round up to nearest whole number (i.e. a 50 meter road requires two tests).

The location of all tests shall be selected by the Contractor’s geotechnical engineer, and copies of all test results shall be furnished to the COR. Reference SOW Section 2.9-Site Grading for pavement slopes.

2.12 LANDSCAPING

Provide grass seed and 20 centimeters of topsoil on the site in areas that do not have pavement or a building. Seeds shall be locally sourced from a certified plant nursery, and native to the area. Provide watering, weeding, and any other necessary care to establish growth. Limit planting to times of the year per local codes or standards that result in grass growth.

Replace topsoil and seeds at Contractor’s expense in areas which do not have new growth coverage of 75% before the warranty period ends.

Before using chemicals during landscaping work, including for use on plants and on site features, the Contractor shall submit to the COR, in the form of brochures, certificates and other technical material, information about the chemicals proposed, including about their environmental compatibility. Their use is only permitted with approval of the COR.

2.13 FENCE

Provide a minimum 1.8 meter high fence around the perimeter of the property. Provide one vehicular gate (minimum 4.5 meter wide), and one pedestrian gate (minimum 1 meter wide) at the site entrance. Provide more gates as needed for water tank or septic tank access. The fencing must be galvanized with concrete foundations. See Attachment #4-Fence Details for Fence requirements. Provide a lock for each gate with 2 keys for each lock. Provide grounding at every fence corner and at gate posts (2 per gate).

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3.0 ARCHITECTURAL

3.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Design and construction work of new school facility in Guloglular Village, Barda, Azerbaijan. The facility shall consist of a single story masonry / concrete building with sloped roof and separate utility/heating building. The facility shall accommodate 220 students and 46 employees. The facility shall be a solid structure with concrete slabs and foundations.

Pitched metal roofs with wooden bearing structure, and suspended ceilings shall be provided. The metal roofs shall have metal gutters and downspouts. All rooms/areas shall have lockable doors and windows with double glazing. A master key system shall be provided for all doors. Non-slip ceramic tile flooring and base boards shall be provided in all bathrooms, corridors, and other areas except classrooms. Non-slip epoxy floor coating shall be provided for all classrooms.

Extensive coordination will be required between the architectural work and the civil, geotechnical, structural, fire protection, mechanical, and electrical requirements of this project.

3.1.1 DRAWINGS

The Contractor shall develop a design based on the functional adjacencies and space allocations given in the RFP. The design shall incorporate all referenced codes and regulations. The Contractor shall provide a design and construction package that uses the design details and features given or referenced in this RFP. Additional details shall be created by the Contractor as required, but shall conform to the requirements of this RFP and are subject to the approval of the COR.

3.1.2 DESIGN SUBMITTALS

The contractor shall make the architectural submittals after contract award in accordance with Section 010015, DESIGN

AFTER AWARD.

3.1.2.1 DESIGN SUBMITTALS SUBMISSION

65% Submission: Include the following drawings and reports as applicable to the project:

• Floor Plans – Provide all floor plans, indicating room names and basic dimensions.

• Building Elevations – Provide all building elevations indicating all exterior materials.

• Roof Plan – Provide a plan of all roof areas, indicating direction of slope and method of drainage.

• Building Section – Indicate heights of critical building elements.

• Wall Section - Provide a typical wall section for each building – describe wall materials.

• Outline Specification

95% Submission: The 95% Submittal provides a complete and final set of contract documents essentially ready for construction by the D/B Contractor. All previous government review comments must have been addressed. Include the following drawings as applicable to the project:

• Floor Plans – Provide all floor plans, indicating room names and dimensions.

• Building Elevations – Provide all building elevations indicating all exterior materials.

• Roof Plan – Provide a plan of all roof areas, indicating direction of slope and method of drainage.

• Building Section – Indicate heights.

• Wall Sections – Provide sufficient wall section(s) to indicate all materials and different conditions.

• Section and Plan Details, Interior elevations.

• Finish Schedule – Indicate all proposed finishes.

• Furniture/Equipment Plan.

• Detailed specification with line items

100% Submission: The 100% Submittal provides a complete and final set of contract documents ready for construction by the D/B Contractor. All previous government review comments must have been addressed. Include all updated drawings, specifications and calculations from the 95% Submittal.

3.2 TECHNICAL CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

Project design shall be in accordance with the requirements outlined in section 1.7.

3.2.1 LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall meet all Host Nation and local Fire Suppression System codes and requirements. All structures to be provided shall have exits and means of egress that comply with current Host Nation codes and standards.

3.2.2 HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Handicapped accessibility requirements do not apply for this project.

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3.3 GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK

The architectural elements of this facility shall be designed to withstand all site-specific environmental conditions such as wide seasonal temperature swings, local wind, rain, snow and earthquake conditions. All architectural features shall be appropriately braced for anticipated seismic activity. The Contractor shall have flexibility to propose alternate building materials to meet the facility’s requirements, but final selection of materials shall be subject to the approval of the COR.

Materials and building systems shall be selected with consideration given to economics not only in the initial acquisition, but also in the future maintenance of the materials when incorporated into the work.

3.4 DETAILED SCOPE OF WORK

The contractor shall be responsible for the following specific task required for the construction of this facility.

3.4.1 DEMOLITION

The Contractor shall be responsible for all required demolition as indicated in this scope. The contractor shall execute demolition work in accordance with RFP Section 02 41 00, Demolition.

3.4.2 BUILDING SYSTEM AND MATERIALS

The intent of this RFP is to allow the contractor the maximum flexibility to design and construct this facility in an economical manner without sacrificing good engineering practices, quality materials and systems. The Government would like low or no maintenance finish materials to the greatest extent possible. Building materials as described herein for roofing, walls, ceilings, doors, windows and floors are minimum requirements and may require revision based on code compliance and criteria.

Light-gauge steel frame or a pre-engineered metal structure is NOT acceptable.

3.4.2.1 FIRE PROTECTION RATINGS

All finishes shall conform to Host Nation fire protection standards/requirements.

3.4.2.2 ACOUSTICAL DESIGN

Walls shall meet the minimum sound protection per Host Nation requirements.

3.4.3 EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION WORK

3.4.3.1 BUILDING STRUCTURE

Provide main building and utility / heating structure exterior solid walls, slabs, foundations and other elements in accordance with structural section of this RFP.

3.4.3.2 EXTERIOR WALL INSULATION FINISH SYSTEM (EIFS)

Provide new exterior insulation finish system (EIFS) with new polystyrene thermal insulation, stucco and paint. Install exterior insulation system consisting of insulation boards, to include mineral lightweight plaster and fiberglass reinforcing net IAW Host Nation Energy Conservation Codes and Requirements. Additionally dowel the boards. The work shall include all necessary expansion joints, base - and corner rails, diagonal fiberglass-reinforcing fabric at the window and door corners and end flashing at eave. Use products from a single system, by a single manufacturer, which are certified by the manufacturer to be suitable for the purpose. This also applies to the paint. Apply products in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The work shall include all necessary sealing e.g. at windowsills. Submit a sample of the insulation system along with the manufacturer's catalog data including installation instructions, typical details and product data for COR's acceptance.

3.4.3.3 EXTERIOR WALL BASE

Remove existing plaster from exterior wall base (below first floor slab). Excavate exterior wall to 80 cm below existing grade at building exterior walls. Remove all plaster from exterior wall surface below grade. Pressure steam clean exterior wall surfaces after plaster has been removed. Allow for drying of wall surface. Close cracks and holes in exterior walls under grade level. Provide new cement plaster on exterior wall surfaces. Apply primer for double coating with black mastic up to 10cm above final finished grade level. Provide water resistive, extra rigid, insulation boards for wall base, to be covered with specific wall base coating. Provide new cement plaster on building base up to exterior wall surface described above. Paint/coat as described above except with special cement based coating which is water resistive and suited for building base application.

3.4.3.4 EXTERIOR DOORS

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Provide new exterior doors and frames to include new exit / escape doors. New factory finished hollow metal exterior doors and frames shall be provided. The Contractor shall provide all necessary hardware for all doors including panic hardware locking mechanisms. All door frames shall be mounted flush with surrounding walls and seams shall be sealed. Exterior doors shall include a commercially manufactured threshold with a vinyl or silicone rubber weather stripping insert in the face of the stop. All doors shall have heavy-duty closers. The Contractor shall size closers in accordance with the specific door application and size, and with manufacturer's recommendations. Entrance doors shall be equipped with electronic door closer / opener.

3.4.3.4 EXTERIOR WINDOWS

Provide new windows and frames as required. New PVC windows and frames shall be provided. Windows shall be 5-chamber PVC windows factory finished commercial grade with surround frame, tilt and turn. All windows shall be 100% operable and they shall meet life safety requirements. Accessories and hardware includes drip sills, hinges, lever handles and latch lock. Anchor and secure window frames on masonry walls as recommended by the manufacturer to meet the wind and seismic loads. Caulk all joints between window frames and building with sealant to provide a watertight installation and proper finish. All windows shall have double glazing. Windows shall have R-value IAW Host Nation Codes and Requirements.

3.4.3.5 EXTERIOR WINDOW SILLS

Install exterior factory-coated galvanized steel window sills. The window sills shall match the color of window frames.

Caulk all joints between window frames and building with sealant to provide a watertight installation and proper finish.

New factory finished exterior window sills shall be provided for all windows.

3.4.3.6 ROOF CONSTRUCTION AND ROOF COVERING

Provide new sloped roof structure, roof lathing and new roofing. Steel or aluminum roofing shall be factory finished and shall have minimum thickness of 0.60 mm. Install as required by the manufacturer. Metal roof shall have 25 years warranty. Roof inspection windows and roof vents shall be provided. Color to be accepted by COR. Main roof overhang shall be minimum 60 cm. Provide roof soffits cladding and bird/insect protection mesh.

3.4.3.7 ROOF GUTTERS, DOWNSPOUTS AND FLASHING

Provide new roof galvanized zinc alloy flashing, gutters and downspouts. Provide snow guards on the roof over the entrances and perimeter pavement. Materials shall be selected in regards to galvanic corrosion. Plastic or PVC gutters and downspouts or other roof accessories and materials will not be accepted. Color to be accepted by COR.

3.4.3.8 ATTIC THERMAL INSULATION

Provide new vapor barrier and thermal insulation (160 mm, thermal conductivity group 040) on the top of the attic floor structure. Roof and wall insulation shall be continuous to eliminate thermal breaks. Install thermal insulation (mineral fiber) on attic floor without gaps. Insulation shall be protected with wooden plank cat walks to allow for roof inspection access.

Wooden plans shall be supported on wooden sub-construction to prevent damage to thermal insulation. Cabling for rooms below shall not be run on attic floor but within the ceiling plaster of the rooms below.

3.4.3.9 ATTIC ACCESS

Provide new access for roof attic form the floor underneath. Provide thermally insulated attic access hatch with sliding ladder.

3.4.3.10 EXTERIOR METAL

Exterior metal shall be painted. New metal elements shall be provided. Paint system shall be one coat of rust inhibitive primer and two coats of finish for all surfaces that are not painted. Finish coat paint shall be an alkyd base paint. Color shall be as approved by the COR.

3.4.3.11 UTILITY/HEATING BUILDING

Contractor shall provide a complete and usable utility/heating building where shown on the attached site plan. The building shall have electrical and heating rooms. The heating room shall accommodate equipment plus all connections pumps, valves, etc. to be installed with appropriate space for maintenance and repair inside the building. The building shall have a concrete floor slab with compound screed and thick epoxy coating, 10cm up the finished wall surface. Double metal doors shall be provided for heating room and single metal door for electrical room. The doors shall be factory finished, installed in masonry walls (fire resistive), with inside and outside plaster. The building shall have a reinforced concrete roof slab and corrugated metal single slope roof. Exterior walls, door, window and metal roof shall be as described below for the main

24MAR2017 Page 13 of 35 building. Roof overhang shall be min. 50cm. Slope of the roof shall be down into a gutter with downspout onto the side of the building. Provide a window (sill height 2m) at the side of the building for natural ventilation and light.

3.4.4 INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION WORK

3.4.4.1 INTERIOR WALLS

Provide new interior partition walls IAW functional requirements. Provide penetration openings (for example for ventilation, piping and cables) as required by other sections and drawings of this RFP.

3.4.4.2 INTERIOR WALL PLASTER

Provide new plaster for all solid CMU and masonry walls, interior concrete columns and walls as required.

3.4.4.3 INTERIOR WALL FINISHES - PAINT

Paint all interior walls except the walls covered with ceramic tiles with a minimum of two coats of latex enamel paint over compatible primer. Paint shall be lead free, water resistive and open to vapor diffusion. All paint shall be washable after drying. All paint colors shall be approved by COR.

3.4.4.4 INTERIOR WALL FINISHES - CERAMIC TILE

Glazed ceramic wall tiles shall be provided 2 meter high from finished floors in all toilets, bathrooms, janitor room and kitchenette. All walls in toilets and bathrooms shall be protected coated with elastomeric waterproofing membrane half meter high above floors. Ceramic wall tiles shall be provided on window sills in all rooms / areas to receive ceramic wall tiles. Tiles shall be installed according to manufacturer’s instructions with appropriate grout-filled joints. Color and pattern shall be selected by COR.

3.4.4.5 INTERIOR WINDOW SILLS

Provide laminated interior window sills at all windows except walls with ceramic tiles. Alternatively, contractor may propose terrazzo type or artificial stone window sills.

3.4.4.6 INTERIOR DOORS

Provide new single wooden doors and steel frames. All hardware shall meet the fire rating assemblies for the doors and frames. Provide standard door 45mm thickness. All doors shall have solid kick-plates. Moisture resistant doors and door frames shall be provided for all bathrooms. Contractor shall paint all interior doors and frames using one coat primer and two coats of a finish paint. Color shall be approved by COR.

3.4.4.7 DOOR HARDWARE

All hardware shall be heavy-duty. Finish shall be brushed chrome. All hardware shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s published instructions. Each door must have the following hardware as a minimum:

Three metal butt hinges One floor or wall mounted doorstopper, as appropriate Lever latch handles Thresholds for all exterior doors Solid kick plate

All doors shall have a mortise lockset. All locksets shall be keyed to one master key system. Panic hardware and smoke tight fire rated doors in egress routes shall be provided as required by the host nation life safety requirements.

3.4.4.8 HORIZONTAL WATERPROOFING AGAINST MOISTURE FROM OUTSIDE

Apply waterproofing on all ground floor slabs in the building. Apply liquid proof coating with fabric reinforcement corner strips in accordance with manufacturer guidelines. Apply on floors before installing new screed. The contractor should provide photographic documentation to the COR showing the application of the waterproofing material.

3.4.4.9 SCREED AND FLOOR SLABS

Provide thermal insulation and floating cement screed in all rooms / areas as required by the host nation codes.

3.4.4.10 CERAMIC TILE FLOORING

New non-slip ceramic tile flooring and baseboards shall be provided for all interior areas except classrooms. Color and pattern shall be accepted by COR. Ceramic tile flooring in wet rooms/areas shall be protected coated with elastomeric waterproofing membrane on the concrete slabs and turn up half meter high above floor. Tiles shall be size 30x30 cm and

24MAR2017 Page 14 of 35 provided with joints of 3mm. Joints shall be filled with water resistive grout. Joints between wall and floor shall NOT be filled with grout but with permanent elastic silicone. Color of grout and silicone shall match. Install proofing layer suited for the application. Install baseboards where required.

3.4.4.11 EXPOSED PIPES

Paint all exposed piping. Paint system shall be one coat of rust inhibitive primer and two coats of finish for all pipes that are not painted. Pipes that are already painted shall be cleaned and painted with adequate coats to provide uniformity with newly painted surfaces. Finish coat paint shall be an alkyd base paint. Color shall be as approved by the COR.

3.4.4.12 BATHROOM AND TOILET ACCESSORIES

Bathroom and toilet accessories as described below shall be provided. Toilet fixtures see Mechanical Part of this RFP.

3.4.4.13 MIRRORS

Mirrors of 6 mm minimum thickness shall be provided over each sink. Size shall be approximately 450 x 800 mm (width x height). Mirrors shall be securely fastened to the wall using mechanical fasteners, and shall not be hung or hooked. Mirrors shall have steel frames by which they are fastened to the walls.

3.4.4.14 SOAP HOLDER

One metal soap holder shall be provided for each sink, and shall be surface mounted with mechanical fasteners.

3.4.4.15 PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER

Paper toilet dispensers with capacity of 450 C-fold paper hand towels each shall be provided in each bathroom and toilet, and shall be surface mounted with horizontal dispensing.

3.4.4.16 WASTE RECEPTACLE

Steel waste receptacles shall be provided one in each bathroom and toilet. Receptacles shall be designed for surface mounting or free standing, painted, with reusable liner. Capacity shall be not less than 20 Liters.

3.4.4.17 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Fire extinguishers shall be provided as required by host nation code. Fire extinguishers shall be of the ABC type, installed in a semi-recessed cabinet and mounted on the walls. Cabinets shall be labeled in the local language.

3.4.4.18 SUSPENDED CEILINGS

Provide new suspended ceilings in all rooms and areas. Provide and install all required components for a suspended acoustic tile ceiling system including mounting and supports of light fixtures. Provide moisture resistant ceilings for toilets, bathrooms and kitchenette. Provide suspended ceilings as required by the host nation life safety codes and requirements.

3.4.4.19 EPOXY FLOOR COATING

Provide heavy duty, industry standard epoxy coating for classrooms. Finished floor surface shall be absolutely level, smooth and even. Epoxy compound shall be installed with primer and system specific leveling compound as required by manufacturer. Color shall be as approved by the COR.

3.4.4.20 BUILT-IN KITCHENETTE

Provide L-shaped built-in kitchenette (2,00+4,00 m) with countertops, built-in stainless steel double sink, built-in base and wall cabinets, kitchen hood, and gas or electric stove to meet host nation standards. All built-in cabinet materials shall be formaldehyde-free. Included are all dowels and screws and all mounting and fitting materials and pieces. The bodies, shelves, back walls and sides shall be made of heavy duty and durable materials. Provide a sample for COR's acceptance.

3.4.5 SIGNAGE

3.4.5.1 INTERIOR SIGNAGE

Provide interior signage for each room as indicated below. Sign plate shall be factory finish made from acrylic plastic with holes to fasten sign on walls with screws and expansion shield. Sign shall be allowed for inserting changeable card stock paper of room number or room name. Mounting height of room sign shall be 1.5 meter from floor. Sign color and letter shall be selected by COR.

3.4.5.2 EXTERIOR GIFT SIGN

Provide a gift sign approximately 0.60 wide x 0.45 meter high and fabricated with powder coated aluminum with permanent printed 1.2 cm high, style font “Arial “ letters as indicated below (will not accept vinyl adhesive apply letters).

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