A.02.16_ar122b_Shoot_House_011010_12JUL2019.pdf

US Army Corps of Engineers Europe District

APO AE 09049

ar122b

Statement of Work

IAF-18-0014 (B)

Non-Ballistic Shoot House Thies, Senegal

Prepared by:

Design Section

Engineering Branch 30 May 2019 12 July 2019

011010 Statement of Work Shoot House - Thies, Senegal

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SECTION 011010

STATEMENT OF WORK

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS;

1 GENERAL

2 CIVIL AND GEOTECHNICAL

3 ARCHITECTURAL

4 STRUCTURAL

5 ELECTRICAL

ATTACHMENTS

Att. # 1 Location Map Att. # 2 Conceptual Site Plan Att. # 3 Conceptual Floor Plan Att. # 4 Room Data Sheets (Not Applicable to this SOW)

Att. # 5 Structural Calculations Guideline Att. # 6 Shoot House Demolition

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Request for Proposal (RFP) is for a design-build project of a multi-story non-ballistic shoot house located in Thies, Senegal. The facility must have an approximate gross area of 192 m2.

The purpose is to replicate an urban environment and train blank-fire operations.

The facility must have concrete or reinforced masonry exterior walls, low-slope concrete roof with stairway for roof access, tower with stairway access, and multiple interior spaces for training various room clearing scenarios.

The project includes the following general items of work, detailed requirements are contained elsewhere in this Statement of Work (Refer to Attachment #2 “Conceptual Site Plan”):

a. Demolish existing shoot house and catwalk;

b. Clear, grub, and grade site; and

c. Construct new shoot house.

High winds and soil instability are concerns on site. The Contractor must take these factors into consideration during the design.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor must 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 must be permanent construction.

The facility in this project must be complete and usable to meet codes and technical and functional requirements per this Statement of Work (SOW). The proposal price must include all design, calculations, approvals, certificates, fees, labor, material, equipment, direct overhead, indirect overhead, general and administrative expenses (G&A) and general conditions to complete this project as described in the SOW.

These design and product requirements are minimum requisites. Compliance with the provisions of this section by subcontractors is the responsibility of the Contractor.

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1.2.1 BASE ITEMS AND OPTIONAL ITEMS

This Statement of Work addresses the technical requirements necessary to complete all work associated with this project. For information and requirements regarding the allocation of pricing between elements of the work, refer to Specification Section 01 22 00 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES. The Schedule of Items identifies the breakdown between the individual base items and optional items for all work identified in this Statement of Work, associated drawings, and attachments. All work as described in these documents is included in either the Base or Optional Items. Consider all items not specifically identified in the Optional Items as part of the Base Items.

1.3 FUNCTIONAL AREAS AND SPACE ADJACENCIES

Provide all elements and spaces as shown on Attachment #3 “Conceptual Floor Plan.”

1.4 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with “G” designation; submittals not having a “G” are for Contractor Quality Control approval. 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 Pre-construction Submittals

Inspection Plan; G

Demolition Plan; G

SD-05 Design Data

65% Pre-Final Design; G, DO

95% Final Design; G, DO

100% Corrected Final Design; G, DO

SD-06 Test Reports

Test Results and Reports; FIO

1.4.1 DESIGN SUBMITTALS

Provide a complete design package at each milestone, as described in Specification Section 01 33 16 DESIGN AFTER AWARD. The milestones for this project are indicated above in Section 1.4 SUBMITTALS. The specific requirements of each milestone are described in each discipline-specific section of this Specification.

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.

1.4.2 TEST REPORTS

Provide all test results and reports identified in this SOW to the Government as a submittal in accordance with Specification Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES.

Submittals will be considered for information only (FIO) submittals unless specifically identified as a submittal requiring government approval. Coordinate with the COR after award for the specific items to be included in the submittal register.

1.5 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

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

Provide a nameplate secured to each major piece of equipment. Each nameplate must have the manufacturer’s name, address, contact information, type or style, model or serial number, and catalog number. The definition of a “major piece of equipment” is at the discretion of the COR.

1.5.1 LIFE-SPAN

Construction must have an expected life span of 25 years.

1.5.2 MAINTAINABILITY

Provide low maintenance materials and systems appropriate for the project climate and location.

1.5.3 OPERABILITY

Systems (including but not limited to architectural, electrical, communications, and mechanical systems) must be simple to operate and easy to maintain.

1.5.4 STANDARDIZATION

Provide standardized materials, products, equipment, and systems to minimize the requirements for replacement parts, storage facilities, and service requirements.

1.5.6 SOURCING

Use materials, products, equipment, and systems that can be replaced, repaired, maintained, and/or serviced locally in Senegal.

1.6 DESIGN DIMENSIONS

Develop the design using the metric system.

1.7 DESIGN CRITERIA

Project design, site facilities, utility systems and material standards must be in accordance with the latest editions of the Host Nation building codes. In the absence of Host Nation building codes, use the International Building Code (IBC) and codes, technical standards, and regulations referenced in this RFP.

While this RFP references various source standards and specifications, all design documents must 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. Apply the more restrictive standards when conflicts arise between the requirements of this RFP and any referenced or other applicable codes, standards or regulations. If equivalency cannot be met, use the more stringent requirement and quote both codes verbatim in correspondence to the COR. The designer is responsible to determine the required material and execution standards where specific standards are not indicated.

Provide an electronic copy of the local Host Nation standards and building codes in their original language as related to facility design and construction.

1.8 DESIGN CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

The Contractor and the entire design team are required to participate in a design review conference for each design submittal. The Contractor may request a review conference, but the Government is under no obligation to conduct or participate in a review conference unless specifically identified in the contract documents. The Contractor must bring the personnel that developed the design submittal to any review conference.

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

The Contractor is responsible for taking meeting minutes during each design review conference and submitting to the COR for information and approval.

The Contractor is responsible for evaluating all Government comments prior to each design review conference. The Contractor is responsible for resolving all Government comments from each design phase. The Contractor must provide annotated responses to each design review comment with the subsequent design submittal packages. Construction may not begin until all Government comments from all design phases have been resolved

1.9 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

1.9.1 THIRD PARTY INSPECTION SERVICES

Furnish independent 3rd party inspection services to inspect the electrical and structural construction features of the project. The 3rd party must not be the same company responsible for the electrical or structural installation. This is in addition to the Contractor Site Personnel Requirements contained in 01 45 05 CONTRACTOR SITE PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS. All testing is at the expense of the Contractor. Submit a plan for third party services to the COR. The inspection plan must be approved by the COR prior to construction.

1.9.1.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

3rd Party inspectors must submit professional reports directly to the COR, without coordination with the Contractor, within 48 hours of the actual inspection. The report must contain the following at a minimum: names of all persons present for activity, listing and approval of all related materials, description of observed activity, and 10 photos (minimum resolution: 1504x1000) of the observed activity.

1.9.1.2 THIRD PARTY ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR REQUIREMENTS

The electrical inspector must be a certified Master electrician or licensed degreed Electrical Engineer and have a minimum of 10 years' experience, 5 years in the country where the project work is performed. Submit the inspector’s CV (Resume) to the COR for Government approval.

The following inspections must be conducted at a minimum: all outlets, off-cover inspection of all panels, verify that GFCI is present on all panels, municipal power connections, lightning protection installations, and generator installations.

Submit a plan and schedule to be part of the QC Plan or a separate submittal to be tracked via the submittal register, indicating the inspection plan and timing.

1.9.1.3 THIRD PARTY STRUCTURAL ENGINEER INSPECTOR REQUIREMENTS

The structural inspector must be a licensed graduate engineer with 10 years of experience, 5 years in the country where the project work is performed. Required experience includes, but is not limited to, inspecting concrete moment frame, concrete foundations, roof system and rebar and form work. Submit the inspector’s CV (Resume) to the COR for Government approval.

Submit an inspection plan and schedule of inspections to be part of the QC Plan or a separate submittal to be tracked via the submittal register, indicating the inspection plan and timing.

The following inspections must be conducted at a minimum: Bearing capacity of foundation soils, formwork and rebar of foundations, concrete placement of foundations. Formwork, rebar and concrete pour of moment frame. No concrete may be

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The inspector must review concrete test results and sign off on strength approvals.

END OF SECTION

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2.0 CIVIL AND GEOTECHNICAL

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 include, but are not limited to, site survey, geotechnical investigation, site layout, demolition, earthwork, site drainage, pavement, and landscaping. Refer to the bid schedule for which of these are base bid or optional.

2.2 EXISTING CONDITIONS

The proposed project is located approximately 10km northwest of Thies, Senegal.

(Latitude 14°50’27.28.67“N, Longitude 17°00’29.680“W). See Attachment#1-Location Map

The property boundary, existing structures, and existing vegetation on the site are shown on Att#2-Conceptual Site Plan. There is no known topographic survey, as-built, or geotechnical information for the site. There are no known environmental protection areas or archeological preservation areas on the project site. The site is relatively flat. There is no available information on water, sanitary, or storm systems on the site.

2.2.1 UNEXPLODED ORDINANCE (UXO) CLEARANCE

There is no prior knowledge of UXO in the site’s soil.

2.2.2 EXISTING CONDITIONS INVESTIGATION

Prior to bid, investigate the general and local conditions which can affect the work and/or its cost, including but not limited to:

a. Weather, river stages, tides, or similar physical conditions at the site.

b. Surface and subsurface materials or obstacles to be encountered insofar as this information is reasonably ascertainable from an inspection of the site and due diligence research of as-built drawings, geotechnical reports, environmental reports, and publicly available information on the site.

c. Mobilization and staging constraints.

2.3 DESIGN SUBMITTALS

Provide civil design submittals in accordance with RFP Section 01 33 16, DESIGN AFTER AWARD and in compliance with SOW Section 1.0 – GENERAL.

65% Design Submittal:

a. Pre-Final Design Analysis of civil features.

b. Final Site Survey (include in the Design Analysis).

c. Final Geotechnical Report (include in the Design Analysis).

d. Final Existing Conditions Plan.

e. Pre-Final Demolition Plan.

f. Pre-Final Site Layout Plans - Indicate existing and proposed Civil features.

Include other disciplines’ features (faded back) that affect the Civil Design (buildings, mechanical structures, electrical utilities, etc).

g. Pre-Final Grading Plans, Profiles, Cross Sections, and Details, including contours, spot grades, slopes and finish floor elevations.

h. Pre-Final Pavement Plans, Profiles, Cross Sections, and Details

i. Pre-Final Civil Specifications.

95% Design Submittal:

Update all items from the 65% Design Submittal to 95% (Final) Design. Incorporate all 65% design comments.

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100% Submittal:

The 100% Submittal provides a complete and final set of contract documents ready for construction. Update all Final submittals from 95% to a corrected Final submittal. Address all previous government review comments before submitting.

2.3.1 DESIGN ANALYSIS

Provide a Design Analysis for all Civil features that documents significant design choices and substantiates design compliance with contract requirements, applicable codes and standards. Documentation includes narrative, calculations, photographs, sketches, and catalog cut sheets. Reference all applicable regulations, standards, and criteria for the design. Reference sources are subject to Government approval. Provide design assumptions. For design choices, discuss alternative systems considered, and provide rationale for the selected alternative.

Include the Site Survey and Geotechnical Report as appendices to the Design Analysis.

2.3.2 DESIGN DRAWINGS

Provide Civil design drawings of sufficient detail to address the requirements of each design submittal. Civil drawings include plans, profiles, cross sections, and details of Civil features for the project. Design drawings include all necessary information (labeling, dimensioning, legend, details, notes, etc.) to allow for complete understanding and constructability of all proposed features. Provide comprehensible differentiation between features that are proposed, existing, future, or proposed 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.

2.3.3 SPECIFICATIONS

Provide Civil specifications of sufficient detail to address the requirements of each design submittal. Specifications, when combined with the design drawings, allow for complete understanding and constructability of all proposed Civil features.

2.4 DESIGN CRITERIA

Provide civil design in accordance with Host Nation codes. In the absence of Host Nation codes, use the latest release of the International Building Code (IBC) and the following codes and technical standards:

a. Uniform Facility Criteria (UFC) 3-201-01, Civil Engineering

b. UFC 3-220-01, Geotechnical Engineering

c. USACE A/E/C Graphics Standard (ERDC/ITL TR-12-1)

2.5 GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION AND REPORT

Perform a geotechnical investigation and assessment of the project site to determine the subsurface conditions and geotechnical parameters for foundation, and grading. Perform the necessary amount of testing, borings and test pits at depths suitable for the project improvements. Include geotechnical investigation in areas where borrow material will be used. The Geotechnical work must be performed under the supervision of a professional geotechnical engineer registered with the jurisdiction having authority, and the report must be signed by the Geotechnical Engineer. In the absence of Host Nation codes, perform the geotechnical investigation and report per UFC 3-220-01, Geotechnical Engineering and IBC.

Coordinate testing locations with the COR to avoid impact to existing utilities and facility operations. Utility locates, permits, pavement removal and vegetation clearing is the Contractor’s responsibility. Repair disturbed areas with a concrete patch in paved areas, and compacted soil in non-paved areas. The

12-Jul-19 Page 9 of 25 repaired area must be flush with the adjacent surface. Following restoration, stake and flag each of the hole locations with boring identification numbers. In paved areas, use white paint on the paved surface to mark hole locations. Provide a map indicating the borehole and test pit locations.

2.5.1 REPORT

Include, as a minimum, the following information:

a. Description of field work completed and equipment used; names, signatures and stamps of licensed professionals involved; name of drilling company.

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

c. Site map of borehole and test pit locations.

d. High resolution color digital photographs of each borehole and test pit location.

e. Test pit logs with classification of all subsurface materials. The logs must distinguish fill materials from native materials, include all in‐situ test results, and include groundwater depth information, if groundwater is encountered. Distinguish between bedrock and rock boulders.

f. Reports of all the field and laboratory testing.

g. 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.

h. Recommendations for preparation, placement, and compaction of onsite soils, borrow material, soil replacement, soil amendment/treatment, structural fill, topsoil, and trench backfill. Include dewatering and temporary retaining structure needs.

i. Recommendations for pavement design and construction.

j. Recommendations for the storm systems involving infiltration.

k. Calculations to support conclusions and recommendations

2.5.2 DESIGN DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

On the design drawings and/or specifications, include geotechnical information that affect the design of the project, including but is not limited to, boring locations, boring logs, groundwater and frost depths, and any details that convey requirements for site preparation.

2.6 SITE SURVEY

Provide a topographic survey from a licensed surveyor that includes all existing site information needed to design and construct the project. Include x, y, and z coordinates to the nearest 0.005 meters, dimensions, material, and basic characteristics of all features within the project site limits, as well as all features outside of the project site limits that will affect the design and construction of the project. Research record drawings to obtain utility and pavement information that is not visible from the surface. Provide notes indicating the sources and any limitations or assumptions of the data. Provide a copy of the survey in CAD, in addition to the paper/electronic requirements of the Design Analysis. Locate and show on the topographic survey the following information:

a. Property boundary, public right of way, and easements. Include the address numbers, street names, and easement records.

b. Survey monuments and benchmarks. Include description.

c. Spot elevations covering the entire survey limits showing high points, low points, grade changes, and at sufficient intervals to represent the general character of the terrain.

d. Contours in intervals of 0.25 meters.

e. Buildings and other miscellaneous structures. Provide finish floor elevation.

f. Pavements. Include pavement type, thicknesses, joint patterns, and pavement markings.

g. Surface Drainage Features. Indicate normal water level for water bodies.

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h. Utility lines and structures. Include rim elevations and invert elevations for utility structures; identification of lines as underground or aboveground;

pipe sizes and materials.

i. Fences. Include height, material, direction of outrigger, gate locations and types.

j. Signs. Include sign text.

k. Trees/Woods. Locate trees over 150 millimeter diameter at chest height, and include tree species, diameter at chest height, and dripline diameter.

l. Geotechnical boring locations.

m. North arrow and scale of drawing.

n. Legend depicting the symbols and abbreviations used on the drawing.

o. Horizontal and vertical coordinate systems, date of survey, licensed surveyor name and license number.

Site information provided to the Contractor by the Government is not to be considered accurate Site Survey information. Utility field locates and as-built research are the responsibility of the Contractor.

Upon completion of construction, update the original survey with an As-built survey of the site as constructed, including underground utility locations and depths. Submit the As-built survey to the COR for approval.

Reference UFC 3-201-01, Civil Engineering, Section 2-2.2-SURVEYING for survey requirements. In the absence of the Host Nation’s horizontal and vertical coordinate system, use the Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinate system, and base vertical coordinates on sea level.

2.7 SITE LAYOUT

Locate the proposed shoot house in the same location as the existing shoot house as indicated on Attachment #2 – Conceptual Site Plan.

The Contractor is responsible for all aspects of the project whether they are shown on the Conceptual Site Plan or not.

2.8 DEMOLITION

Remove the existing shoot house structure, including foundations and catwalk. See Att#6-Shoot House Demolition. Remove existing structures, utilities, pavement, vegetation, and any other features to construct the proposed improvements. Remove trees with driplines within the footprint of the proposed improvements. Any contaminated soils discovered will require special testing and disposal per Host Nation requirements.

2.8.1 CONSTRUCTION LIMITS

Do not disturb the project site beyond necessary for installation of proposed construction. Do not disturb any areas past the site’s property line. Show demolition work and limits of disturbance in the drawings. Stake-out the limits of disturbance on-site with temporary fencing before beginning construction.

2.8.2 ITEMS TO REMAIN IN PLACE WITHIN CONSTRUCTION LIMITS

Take necessary precautions to avoid damage to existing items to remain in place, to be reused, or to remain the property of the Government. Repair or replace damaged items as approved by the COR. Construct and maintain shoring, bracing, and supports as required. Repairs, reinforcement, or structural replacement require approval by the COR prior to performing said work.

2.8.3 TREES

Unless otherwise noted on Att#2-Conceptual Site plan, protect trees which might be damaged during construction, with a 1.8 meter high fence around the dripline of the tree(s), which is assumed to be the extent of the tree’s roots. Trees are

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Mitigate for tree removal per Host Nation requirements.

2.8.4 UTILITY DEMOLITION

Any existing utilities encountered within the site boundary that are impacted by this project must be protected, or relocated if protection is not feasible.

Relocate existing utility mains outside the structural zone of influence of proposed buildings and structures. Utilities impacted by this project that require decommissioning, or that are already out of service, must be removed up to the utility main and capped. Manholes or underground structures to be abandoned must be removed to a minimum depth of 50 centimeters below finish grade. Fill abandoned manhole or structure per Section 2.9-EARTHWORK requirements.

2.8.5 DUST, DEBRIS, AND EROSION CONTROL

Prevent the spread of dust, debris, and erosion from the project site. Install erosion control measures before beginning construction. Sweep pavements as often as necessary to control the spread of debris. Do not use water if it results in hazardous or objectionable conditions such as, but not limited to, ice, flooding, erosion, or pollution. Remove snow, dust, dirt, and debris from work areas daily.

Remove and transport the debris in a manner that prevents spillage on streets or adjacent areas. Apply local regulations regarding hauling and disposal.

Reference RFP Section 00 74 00-SPECIAL CONDITIONS, and 01 30 00-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS for additional demolition, protection, and permitting requirements.

2.9 EARTHWORK

Perform all earth work necessary for the installation of the proposed improvements. The Contractor is responsible for all dewatering necessary for earthwork.

2.9.1 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Define earthwork requirements in the 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. The earthwork requirements must not conflict with the recommendations in the Contractor-provided Geotechnical Report.

2.9.2 UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE (UXO) CLEARANCE

Provide UXO survey if required by Host Nation or the Installation.

2.9.3 CONTAMINATED SOIL

Inspect and test all soil according to Host Nation requirements. If hazardous materials are discovered, cease excavation, secure the area, and notify the COR for further guidance.

2.9.4 CULTURAL RESOURCES

Cultural resources, such as archaeological remains, may be uncovered during excavation operations. If suspected cultural remains are found, cease excavation, secure the area, and notify the COR for further guidance.

2.9.5 TOPSOIL

There are no specific topsoil requirements for this project.

2.9.6 SATISFACTORY MATERIAL

Excavated material (below topsoil), if satisfactory for reuse per the Contractor’s Geotechnical Engineer, may be used on the project site where fill is required.

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Unsatisfactory material, and surplus excavated material not required for fill, must be disposed of offsite, and is 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 must be certified clean.

2.9.7 BACKFILL COMPACTION

In the absence of Host Nation requirements and geotechnical recommendations, fill and backfill must be placed in layers of 20 centimeters loose thickness and compacted to a minimum 95% of the maximum dry density as determined by Host Nation test method equivalent to ASTM D-1557 (Modified Proctor test). 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 must be selected by the Contractor’s geotechnical engineer, and copies of all test results must be furnished to the COR. All structure foundation excavations must be inspected and approved by the Contractor’s Geotechnical Engineer prior to placing concrete. Repair earthwork areas as recommended by the Contractor’s Geotechnical Engineer, and approved by the COR.

2.9.8 SITE GRADING

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

a. Finished grades of earth/grass/gravel surfaces adjacent to buildings and structures must slope away from all exterior edges with a minimum slope of 5% for the first 2 meters.

b. Finished grades of paved surfaces adjacent to buildings and structures must slope away from all exterior edges with a minimum slope of 2% for the first 2 meters.

c. Finished grades must not create stagnating water or ponding anywhere on the project site, nor create ponding on adjacent properties. Provide storm improvements if ponding is unavoidable.

d. Set finished floor elevations a minimum of 15 centimeters above finished grade at the perimeter of the building.

The Contractor must limit proposed landscape slopes to a maximum 4H:1V for grass areas requiring mowing and 2H:1V for non-grass areas, which will a require non-erodible surface (i.e. rock, shrubs with mulch).

2.10 STORM DRAINAGE

Connect the proposed building roof gutters and downspouts to a gravity storm drainage system that directs runoff away from improvements, does not cause erosion, and eliminates ponding. A pump system is not allowed.

2.11 PAVEMENT

Provide minimum 1.5 meter wide, 10 centimeter thick, Portland cement concrete (PCC) building apron around the entire building. Install concrete over minimum 10 centimeters aggregate. Provide a minimum of 5 centimeters of bury on the concrete.

Provide expansion joint between building and apron. Provide medium broom finish.

For PCC, reference SOW Section 4.0 - STRUCTURAL for concrete requirements.

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3.0 ARCHITECTURAL

3.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Provide and perform architectural design and construction services to provide a new single-story, non-ballistic shoot house building located in Thies, Senegal.

Refer to Attachment #3 “Conceptual Floor Plan” for a conceptual layout of the facility.

The purpose is to replicate an urban environment and train blank-fire operations.

The facility must have concrete or reinforced masonry exterior walls, low-slope concrete roof with stairway for roof access, tower with stairway access, and multiple interior spaces for training various room clearing scenarios.

Rooms must be large enough to allow for multiple personnel to maneuver around realistic furniture and targets. The facility must have the following configurations/training capabilities:

a. Clearing of center-fed room;

b. Clearing of corner-fed rom;

c. Clearing of multiple entry rooms;

d. Clearing of hallway with staggered entrances;

e. Clearing of hallways and rooms with adjacent entrances;

f. Clearing of dead-end corridor;

g. Clearing of stairwells;

h. Helicopter insertion on roof (personnel landing only, helicopter landing zone not required); and

i. Rappelling from roof.

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

3.1.1 DESIGN

Provide a design and construction package that uses the space allocations, functional adjacencies, design details, and features given or referenced in this RFP. The design must incorporate all referenced codes and regulations. The Contractor is responsible for creating additional details as required to complete a full design. All details must conform to the requirements of this RFP and are subject to the approval of the COR. A schematic design has been attached for reference. The schematic plans are provided for diagrammatic purposes only and do not necessarily represent an approved floor plan or design. The Contractor is responsible for providing a design that meets all requirements of the User and the codes and criteria referenced in this Statement or Work.

3.1.2 DESIGN SUBMITTALS

Provide all architectural submittals after contract award in accordance with Section 01 33 16 DESIGN AFTER AWARD and Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES. Prepare and submit the documents listed below at the submittals indicated.

3.1.2.1 65% DESIGN SUBMISSION

Include the following drawings and reports as applicable to the project:

a. Code Summary – Provide a tabular life safety code compliance summary;

b. Life Safety Plans – Provide plans depicting smoke/fire resistance ratings, egress routes, dead-end corridors, exists, and other aspects of life safety pertaining to the design;

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

d. Building Elevations – Provide all building elevations indicating all exterior materials;

e. Building Section – Indicate heights of critical building elements;

f. Wall Sections – Provide a typical wall section describing wall materials for each type of wall;

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g. Outline Specifications – Provide outline specifications for all work and materials; and

h. Preliminary Design Analysis – Provide a narrative indicating how the design and materials meet the requirements of this SOW.

3.1.2.2 95% DESIGN 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 and reports as applicable to the project:

a. All required documents from the 65% submittal updated to incorporate 65% review comments;

b. Stair Sections – Provide sections through all stairs, indicate critical dimensions including tread and riser sizes, handrails heights, and guardrail spacing;

c. Section and Plan Details – Provide enlarged details of critical intersections indicating all materials (wall head and base details, wall intersections, roof intersections, etc.);

d. Stair Details – Provide enlarged details of critical stair intersections as well as all handrail and guardrail details including attachment points, member sizing, etc.

e. Door and Hardware Schedule – Provide size, function, and material for all doors in the project;

f. Window Schedule – Provide size, function, and material for all windows in the project;

g. Door and Window Details – Provide enlarged details of door and window head, jamb, and sills;

h. Detailed Specifications – Provide detailed specifications with line items for all work and materials; and

i. Final Design Analysis – Provide a narrative indicating how the design and materials meet the requirements of this SOW. Include product specific manufacturer information (brochures, technical information, cut sheets) for all materials and products provided/installed.

3.1.2.3 100% DESIGN 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 drawings, specifications and calculations from the 95% Submittal updated to incorporate all previous review comments.

3.2 TECHNICAL CRITERIA AND STANDARDS

Design and construct the project in accordance with the requirements outlined in Section 1.7 DESIGN CRITERIA.

3.2.1 LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The Design must meet all Host Nation and local life safety codes and requirements.

All structures to be provided must have exits and means of egress that comply with current Host Nation codes and standards, or in accordance with US codes and standards.

In the absence of Host Nation codes and standards, for individual concerns of Life Safety the Contractor must follow appropriate US codes and standards, including the International Building Code (IBC).

3.2.2 HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

This facility is not required to be handicapped accessible.

3.3 GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK

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Design the architectural elements of this facility to withstand all site-specific environmental conditions such as wide seasonal temperature swings, local wind, rain, snow and earthquake conditions. All architectural features must be appropriately braced for anticipated seismic activity. The Contractor may propose alternate building materials to meet the facility’s requirements, but final selection of materials is subject to the approval of the COR. Consider economics not only in the initial acquisition, but also in the future maintenance of the materials, when selecting materials and building systems to be incorporated into the project. When requested, the Contractor must provide documentation demonstrating that a chosen alternative material is life cycle cost effective.

3.4 DETAILED SCOPE OF WORK

The Contractor is responsible for the following specific tasks required for the construction of this facility.

3.4.1 DEMOLITION

The Contractor is responsible for all required demolition as indicated in this scope. Demolition work for this project is limited to demolition required under Section 2.0 CIVIL AND GEOTECHNICAL.

3.4.1.1 DEMOLITION AND DISPOSAL

All demolished materials must be abated and disposed of in accordance with local laws, codes and regulations. The Contractor is responsible for all required testing before, during and after demolitions as well as for all required compliance with safety standards.

Submit a Demolition Plan to be part of the QC Plan or a separate submittal to be tracked via the submittal register, indicating the demolition, abatement, and disposal methods.

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 requires 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.

3.4.2.1 FIRE PROTECTION RATINGS OF INTERIOR FINISHES

All interior finishes must conform to Host Nation fire protection standards/requirements or equivalent US standards/requirements.

3.4.2.2 ACOUSTICAL DESIGN

Doors and walls must meet the minimum sound protection per Host Nation requirements.

3.4.2.3 OUTDOOR EXPOSURE AND CORROSION RESISTANCE

All materials and finishes must be appropriate for continuous exterior exposure.

All materials susceptible to UV degradation must contain UV inhibitors. All materials susceptible to corrosion must be covered with corrosion resistant coatings. Corrosion resistant coatings must be provided by the manufacturer or applied in the factory prior to delivery to the maximum extent practicable.

3.4.3 EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION WORK

Provide the following architectural systems. All work must have ballistic protection in accordance with Host Nation standards governing the construction of live fire shoot house or range facilities. In the absence of Host Nation

12-Jul-19 Page 16 of 25 requirements, use DA PAM 385-63 or the US Department of Energy Range Design Criteria.

3.4.3.1 EXTERIOR WALLS

Design and construct new exterior walls in accordance with (IAW) the requirements of this SOW. Refer to Section 4.0 STRUCTURAL. Exterior walls must have smoke/fire resistance ratings as required by Host Nation and local fire and life safety codes. Provide exterior wall finishes appropriate for the wall structure as required below.

3.4.3.1.1 EXPOSED CONCRETE AND MASONRY

Apply silane/siloxane sealer to all exposed exterior concrete and masonry. Sealer must be matte finish, clear when dry. Provide a commercial-grade sealer, certified by the manufacturer to be suitable for the intended purpose. Submit the manufacturer's catalog data, including installation instructions, to the COR for review and approval.

3.4.3.2 EXTERIOR DOORS

Provide new exterior doors as indicated on attached drawings.

3.4.3.2.1 EXTERIOR PERSONNEL DOORS

Provide replaceable wood door frames and panels in rough openings in CMU walls.

Wall opening details must allow door and frame to be replaced frequently and easily with a standard pre-hung wood door and frame from a local building supply retailer. Door leafs must have a minimum clear width of 0.915 m and a minimum clear height of 2.134 m. The Contractor must provide all necessary hardware for all doors. All door frames must be mounted flush with surrounding walls.

Each door must have the following hardware as a minimum:

a. Two hinges on each leaf; and

b. Lever latch handles.

3.4.3.3 EXTERIOR WINDOWS

Provide metal cased frames in rough openings in CMU walls. Do not provide glazing.

All metal must be factory finished. Do not provide glazing. Anchor and secure frames to structure as recommended by the manufacturer. Caulk all joints between window frames and building with sealant to provide a watertight installation and proper finish. Cased frames must cover the full depth of new walls to protect them from water intrusion.

3.4.3.4 ROOFING

Roof design and materials must comply with Host Nation requirements.

3.4.3.4.1 ROOF CONSTRUCTION AND ROOF COVERING

Provide new low-slop concrete roofs. All roofing must be sloped to drain with a minimum slope of 2%. Provide a non-slip surface finish. Submit material and color samples to COR for approval. Provide cast-in metal nosing along the edge of concrete roofs at the rappelling tower.

3.4.3.4.2 PARAPETS

Extend exterior walls above roofs to provide parapets as required by life safety or local occupational safety codes. Cover the tops of parapets with either pre-cast concrete or pre-finished metal coping to protect the walls from water intrusion.

3.4.3.4.3 ROOF GUTTERS, DOWNSPOUTS AND FLASHING

Provide new pre-finished galvanized steel scuppers through parapet walls to allow rain to drain from the roof. PVC scuppers are not acceptable. Size scuppers for roof drainage area and 10-year storm rainfall intensity. Detail scuppers so that

12-Jul-19 Page 17 of 25 rain water does not drain directly down the face of the wall. Submit scupper sizing calculations in the Design Analysis. Submit material and color to COR for review and approval.

3.4.3.4.4 ROOF ANCHORS

Provide permanently fixed anchors as indicated on the attached floor plans to secure ropes while rappelling. Anchors must be manufacturer’s standard product intended for the purpose of anchoring ropes for rappelling. Install anchors in accordance with manufacturer instructions. Anchors must be designed and independently tested for the loads expected at this facility. Roofs and/or parapets must be designed to resist anchor pull-out as well as all other expected loads experienced during rappelling training, including free fall of personnel.

Refer to Section 4.0 STRUCTURAL.

3.4.3.5 EXTERIOR METAL

All new exterior metal must be painted. Clean and paint all new metal elements that have not received a factory applied finish in the field. Scrape and clean all surfaces to remove rust and dirt before painting. Paint system must be one coat of rust inhibitive primer and two coats of finish for all surfaces that are not painted. Finish coat paint must be an alkyd base paint. Submit colors for review and approval by the COR.

3.4.4 INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION

Provide the following interior architectural systems.

3.4.4.1 INTERIOR WALLS

Provide new masonry or concrete walls as required. Unless specified otherwise, provide a transparent sealant on all new concrete and masonry walls. Refer to Section 4.0 STRUCTURAL for additional requirements for masonry and concrete construction.

3.4.4.2 CEILINGS

Do not provide a ceiling within the shoot house. Expose the roof structure above.

3.4.4.3 FLOORS

3.4.4.3.1 SCREED AND FLOOR SLAB

Install concrete slabs as required in this SOW. Concrete slabs must have proper reinforcing to prevent both aesthetic and structural cracking and carry the load given in the Structural Section of this SOW. All finished floor heights must be at the same level. Provide slip resistant finish on all exposed concrete floor surfaces.

3.4.4.3.2 CONCRETE FLOOR SEALER

Provide low VOC, clear epoxy concrete sealer on all exposed concrete floors.

Concreate sealer must be appropriate for high-traffic areas. Apply epoxy concrete sealer in accordance with manufacturer instructions. Test concrete for appropriate moisture content prior to application.

3.4.4.4 INTERIOR DOORS

Provide new interior doors as indicated on attached drawings.

3.4.4.4.1 INTERIOR PERSONNEL DOORS

Provide interior personnel doors to match exterior personnel doors. Refer to Section 3.4.3.2.1 EXTERIOR PERSONNEL DOORS for interior personnel door requirements.

3.4.5 STAIRS

Provide stairs as required for a fully functional facility as indicated on the attached drawings. Stairs must have structural steel stringers with concrete

12-Jul-19 Page 18 of 25 filled steel pan treads. Provide all necessary components and accessories for a complete stair system including necessary structure, bracing, risers, treads, nosings, landings, guardrails, and handrails. Provide guardrails on exposed edges of landings above stairs. Provide cast-in abrasive, anti-slip nosings on all stairs and landings. Nosings must be the full width of the stair tread or landing.

Stair and stair components must comply with Host Nation Life Safety Codes. Stairs and all stair components must conform to the requirements of Section 4.0

STRUCTURAL.

3.4.6 SIGNAGE

Provide signage as indicated below. All signs must have the same text written in both English and the Host Nation language.

3.4.6.1 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE

3.4.6.1.1 BUILDING SIGN

Provide a free-standing metal post-and-panel building sign at the facility entrance. Provide concrete foundation and bracing as required to withstand expected wind loads for the region. Sign must be installed in a location that is visible form the roadway. Sign must have a durable baked enamel or anodized finish. Sign panel must be a minimum of 1000 mm tall and 1500 m wide, mounted with a minimum top elevation of 1500 mm. Font style and size must match existing building signs on the installation, but must have a minimum of 100 mm tall text.

Provide a minimum 70 mm margin around all text. Building sign must read similar to “NON-BALLISTIC SHOOT HOUSE” in heavy or bold font and include the building number or street address in regular font. Coordinate with COR for actual sign text as well as building number or street address. Background color, font color, font style, and size must be accepted by COR.

3.4.7 FINAL CLEAN-UP

The building material and cleaning agent manufacturer's instructions must be followed. All devices and tools required for the performance of the work must be provided or delivered by the Contractor to include all necessary additional scaffolding and ladders. All protective coatings must be removed. Liquid cleaners must not contain any volatile organic content. The new facility to include the roof must be cleaned.

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4.0 STRUCTURAL

4.1 GENERAL

The Contractor must provide and perform structural engineering design and construction services as required to provide a complete, accessible, functional and usable project.

The primary structural effort of this project includes:

a. The design and construction of a new, non-ballistic shoot house with reinforced concrete or reinforced masonry exterior walls and a concrete roof.

b. Other elements must include but are not limited to lateral load stability and diaphragm design, framing and connection of any architectural features.

The Contractor must have as part of his design team a licensed structural engineer per Host Nations standards. If work is being performed in a country that does not have licensed structural engineers, then engineering degrees along with extensive structural design experience can be submitted to the COR for qualification verification and approval. The structural engineer’s licensure or qualifications must be submitted to the COR in the design quality control plan prior to the start of design. The Contractor’s structural engineer must be responsible for the design of any part of the building structural systems.

The structural design of the foundation, superstructure and any other structural aspects must be in accordance with the design criteria listed in this document.

The superstructure of the project building and the foundation must be constructed from locally available materials. The construction must provide a minimum service life of 25 years.

4.2 APPLICABLE DESIGN CRITERIA

All Design, Safety in Construction, Materials, and Performance of Construction Services must be in accordance with current local or national Host Nation codes and specifications, IBC 2015 and ASCE 7-10. In case of conflicting requirements between the various elements, the more stringent criteria governs.

Any material or construction installed by the Contractor as part of this contract that does not meet the requirements of this RFP or does not meet the applicable codes and standards must be removed and replaced at the Contractor’s expense.

Structural design methods and allowable stresses or load factors for the various structural materials must be in accordance with paragraph 4.5 of this document.

4.3 SUBMITTALS

4.3.1 DESIGN SUBMITTALS

The Contractor must provide the structural submittals after contract award in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES.