PWS.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STAEMENT

USASOC BLDG 2596 A-WING RENOVATION PROJECT

W802Y962338766

General Overview:

The US Army Corp of Engineers, Customer, intends to modify the existing A-Wing interior configuration to support current facility and mission requirements. The work includes selective demolition of existing interior components, construction of new interior partitions, window infills, doors, associated finishes, and installation or restoration of RF shielding and conductive foil where required.

The work may affect areas subject to enhanced physical security requirements. Where applicable, the Contractor will comply with Government-provided requirements associated with Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 and other applicable physical security requirements, located at Humphrey Engineer Center, Alaxandria, Va 22315.

Work Statement

A.1 The Contractor will provide all resources necessary to complete the work described in this PWS and the accompanying Government drawings.

The contractor will complete this project within 60 days of award.

Work includes, but is not limited to:

A.2 The contractor shall perform the following tasks.

• Selective interior demolition.

• Removal and disposal of existing walls, doors, frames, hardware, mailboxes, counters, storage systems, cubicles, and furniture identified for removal.

• Construction of new interior partitions.

• Installation of sound batt insulation and acoustical sealant.

• Window infill.

• Installation of new doors, frames, and hardware.

• Gypsum-board finishing, painting, and wall-base restoration.

• RF shielding and conductive foil installation were required.

• RF shielding treatment of penetrations, joints, transitions, doors, windows, and other portions of the security boundary were applicable.

• Minor electrical, data, HVAC, fire alarm, and other building-system modifications specifically required to support the renovation.

• Protection of existing systems and finishes to remain.

• Final cleaning and disposal of construction debris.

• RF shielding continuity and effectiveness testing as directed by the Government.

• Correction of deficiencies identified during Government inspection or testing.

Detailed Requirements

B.1 Interior Demolition

The Contractor shall:

• Remove existing stud walls identified for demolition.

• Remove existing doors, frames, and hardware identified for demolition.

• Remove existing wall-mounted mailboxes and counters.

• Remove existing storage systems.

• Remove existing cubicles and furniture identified for removal.

• Remove other miscellaneous interior components identified on the Government drawings.

• Properly load, transport, and dispose of demolition debris in accordance with applicable Federal, state, and local requirements.

• Protect existing systems, finishes, equipment, and property designated to remain.

No demolition shall begin until the Contractor has verified existing conditions and received authorization to proceed from the Government.

B.2 New Interior Partitions

The Contractor shall construct new interior partitions at locations shown on the Government floor plan.

Unless otherwise indicated on the drawings, partitions shall consist of:

• 3-5/8-inch metal studs at 16 inches on center.

• 5/8-inch gypsum board on each side.

• Approximately 3-1/2-inch sound batt insulation were indicated.

• Acoustical sealant at required partition perimeters and penetrations.

• Wall base to match existing conditions.

• Required framing, blocking, reinforcement, and anchorage.

All new construction shall be properly aligned, plumb, level, securely anchored, and finished to match adjacent construction.

B.3 Window Infill

The Contractor shall remove and infill existing windows identified for removal.

Window infill shall:

• Match the surrounding wall construction as closely as practical.

• Include required framing and reinforcement.

• Include insulation where required.

• Include gypsum-board finishing and painting.

• Maintain applicable fire, acoustic, physical security, and RF shielding requirements where the window is located within a designated security boundary.

B.4 Doors, Frames, and Hardware

The Contractor shall furnish and install new doors, hollow-metal frames, hardware, and associated components identified by the Government drawings and applicable door schedule.

The Contractor shall provide:

• Required door head and jamb framing.

• Structural anchorage.

• Required reinforcement.

• Hardware identified by the Government.

• Proper alignment and operation.

• RF shielding provisions were required for doors located within an RF-shielded security boundary.

ICD 705 and Physical Security Requirements

C.1 General

Where the A-Wing renovation affects an area designated by the Government as an ICD 705-controlled area, workspace, or other security-controlled space, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable Government-provided security requirements.

The Government will identify the applicable security boundaries and controlled areas to the Contractor through the appropriate Government process.

C.2 Security Boundary

The Contractor shall not remove, penetrate, cut, relocate, modify, or otherwise disturb any component of a designated security boundary without prior Government approval.

Security boundary components may include:

• Walls and partitions.

• Ceilings.

• Floors.

• Doors and frames.

• Windows and window assemblies.

• RF shielding and conductive foil.

• Electrical pathways.

• Communications pathways.

• HVAC systems and penetrations.

• Fire alarm systems and penetrations.

• Plumbing penetrations.

• Grounding and bonding systems.

• Other components are identified by the Government.

C.3 Contractor Access

The Contractor shall comply with all Government requirements concerning:

• Personnel identification.

• Facility access.

• Escorts.

• Approved work areas.

• Work hours.

• Tools and equipment.

• Electronic devices.

• Photography.

• Removal of materials.

• Movement within controlled areas.

Contractor personnel shall remain within authorized work areas and shall not access controlled spaces without appropriate Government authorization.

C.4 Security Information

The Contractor shall not photograph, record, copy, remove, transmit, or disclose security-sensitive information, drawings, layouts, system configurations, or security features unless specifically authorized by the Government.

RF Shielding and Conductive Foil

D.1 General

The Contractor shall provide and install RF shielding and conductive foil systems where required to maintain the security integrity of designated areas.

Because an updated RF-shielding construction drawing is not currently available, the final RF shielding installation shall be based on the Government-identified security boundary and Government-approved Contractor submittals.

D.2 RF Shielding Construction

Where required, the Contractor shall provide a continuous RF shielding system incorporating:

• Conductive foil or approved RF shielding membrane.

• RF shielding at walls.

• RF shielding at ceilings.

• RF shielding at floors where applicable.

• RF shielding at window infills.

• RF shielding at doors and frames where required.

• Conductive treatment at seams and joints.

• Bonding of shielding materials.

• Treatment of construction transitions.

• Treatment of penetrations.

• Treatment of utility pathways crossing the security boundary.

The shielding system shall provide continuous electrical conductivity throughout the designated shielding envelope.

D.3 Conductive Foil

Conductive foil shall be installed behind or within new construction as required by the approved RF shielding system.

The Contractor shall:

• Provide continuous foil coverage where required.

• Provide appropriate overlap at seams.

• Bond seams and joints in accordance with the approved system.

• Maintain continuity at corners and transitions.

• Protect foil from damage during subsequent construction.

• Repair any foil damaged by Contractor operations.

• Not cut, penetrate, remove, or modify conductive foil without Government approval.

The Government shall approve the final foil type, thickness, and installation method prior to installation.

D.4 RF Penetrations

All penetrations through an RF-shielded boundary shall be coordinated with the Government prior to installation.

Penetrations may include:

• Electrical.

• Data.

• Communications.

• HVAC.

• Fire alarm.

• Plumbing.

• Control systems.

• Other utilities.

The Contractor shall provide approved RF shielding treatment for each penetration as required to maintain the integrity of the security boundary.

D.5 RF-Shielded Doors and Windows

Doors, frames, windows, and window infill located within an RF-shielded boundary shall incorporate appropriate RF shielding provisions.

The Contractor shall provide product data and installation details for Government approval before installation.

RF Shielding Testing and Verification

Upon completion of RF shielding work, the Contractor shall support Government-directed inspection and testing.

Testing may include:

• Visual inspection of foil and shielding installation.

• Conductivity testing.

• Electrical continuity testing.

• Inspection of seams and joints.

• Inspection of penetrations.

• Inspection of doors and frames.

• Inspection of windows and windows infills.

• RF attenuation/effectiveness testing.

• Grounding and bonding verification.

The Contractor shall correct all deficiencies identified during Government inspection or testing before final acceptance.

The Contractor shall provide reasonable access, labor, equipment, and support necessary to conduct required testing.

Existing Building Systems

Prior to demolition, the Contractor shall verify existing conditions and identify utilities and building systems that may be affected.

No existing utility or building system shall be disconnected, relocated, modified, or abandoned without Government approval.

The Contractor shall protect existing:

• Electrical systems.

• Data and communications systems.

• HVAC systems.

• Fire alarm systems.

• Sprinkler systems.

• Plumbing systems.

• Security systems.

• Access-control systems.

• Other building systems are designated to remain.

Any condition discovered that may affect the project shall be immediately reported to the Government.

Work Area Protection

The Contractor shall:

• Control dust and debris.

• Control construction noise.

• Provide barriers and warning signs.

• Protect adjacent occupied areas.

• Protect Government property.

• Maintain required access and emergency egress.

• Maintain security boundaries.

• Prevent unauthorized access to the work area.

• Maintain the work area in a clean and orderly condition.

• Perform daily cleanup as necessary.

• Prevent construction debris from entering occupied or controlled areas.

Performance of Work:

E.1. The contractor shall perform this service IAW EM 385-1-1, US Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, National Electric Code (NEC) and, 28 CFR Part 36 and Public Law 101-336 -Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

E.2. The contractor shall furnish the government a warranty for a minimum of one year for parts and service (at no additional cost to the government), including all labor and service calls if needed. Contractor shall also submit Manufacturers extended warranties on equipment to the

POC.

E.3 The contractor shall not leave any areas in an unsafe manner and shall remove debris from the complex on a daily basis. The government shall provide the location at the facility for dumpster placement.

E.4 The contractor shall verify measurements and site conditions prior to any work starting.

Contractor shall also provide submittals (and be approved by the POC) for all equipment and materials prior to purchase.

E.5. Any Government property damaged by contractor shall be repaired to a condition acceptable to the Government at no additional cost to the Government.

E.6. All work shall be performed during off duty hours, 0600 to 1800 and shall be coordinated with the P.O.C. Parts of this work may be required to be done after hours or weekends and the government shall provide escorts for contractor personnel to perform work.

E.7. The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all information of manufacture requirements, and shall install all materials and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

E.8. All work shall be done in a professional workman like manner.

E.9. All material used for this project shall be new, and any requests to use equivalent parts and materials must be made and approved by the POC prior to purchase/installation of materials.

E.10. All work performed shall not be accepted until 100 % complete and operational to the satisfaction of the POC (Michael Johnson).

F General Security Requirements:

F.1 All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within 5 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following website. http://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html http://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html

F.2 All contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

F.3 The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH, Corps Watch, or See Something, Say Something program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO). This local developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 5 calendar days after contract award.

F.4 All contract employees, including subcontractor employees who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearance, will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas.

F.5 All new contract employees will complete Level I OPSEC Training within 30 calendar days of their reporting for duty. Additionally, all contractor employees must complete annual OPSEC awareness training. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer (if a COR is not assigned), within 5 calendar days after completion of training. OPSEC awareness training is available at the following websites: https://www.iad.gov/ ioss/ or http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/operations-security.html; or it can be provided by the RA OPSEC Officer in presentation form which will be documented via memorandum.

F.6 The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Vendor must ensure that the Candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to enrollment to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award. *When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, with the designated Government representative. This Form will be provided to the Contracting Officer and shall become part of the official contract file.

Local Security Policy:

G.1 All contractor employees who require physical access to government-controlled facilities or logical access to government information and or information systems are subject to a fitness determination and appropriate vetting. To assist in the vetting process, the contractor must submit a notice of visit form for each employee who will perform work on the contract, including at the minimum, the name, social security number and date of birth of each employee performing work on the contract that need physical and or logical access.

G.2 Documents containing personally identifiable information may only be submitted via encrypted email, by first class mail or it may be hand carried to the security office. Notice of visits must be submitted through the government contracting officer representative (COR) or technical representative who will deliver them to the security office. All notice of visits must be received three business days in advance of the contractor reporting for work.

G.3 The contractor will work through the COR or technical representative for the contract who will serve as the liaison between the security office and the contractor. Contractor employees who are not sponsored by a government employee will not be granted access to any facilities under HECSA/Fort Belvoir control nor will HECSA/Fort Belvoir security approve logical access to information systems if a notice of visit containing either the DOD ID number or the social security number is not provided to the security office.

G.4 Contractor personnel who do not require a common access card may be granted physical access based on favorable results of an NCIC III records check. Contractors who need a common access card must have the minimum of a favorably adjudicated NACI. If no investigation is on file the CAC will not be issued until a favorable FBI fingerprints check is received by the security office and the NACI has been initiated in PSIP. HECSA/Fort Belvoir Security will initiate all NACI investigations. Contractors who require access to classified information must be performing work on a classified contract and the contract company is responsible for initiating all required investigations for the appropriate security clearance.

G.5 If an employee has been the subject of a previous favorably adjudicated investigation, it may be reciprocally accepted if there has not been a two year break in service and there is no presence of new and potentially unfavorable information that casts doubt about the subject’s suitability.

When a background check is reciprocally accepted but is more than 5 years old, the security office may initiate an NCIC III check to ensure no new unfavorable information exists.

G.6 Contractor employees whose access to classified information has been suspended or revoked will not be authorized logical access to government information systems IAW AR 25-2 paragraph 4-14 b (2) until that investigation is favorably adjudicated. These personnel will also not be allowed unescorted access to government facilities until the investigation has been favorably adjudicated by the Command Security Manager. OPM Final Credentialing Standards allow agencies to deny a CAC or PIV card to any individual who has had their access to classified information denied or revoked. Further due process is not required in these situations.

The contractor must provide employees who can be cleared to perform work and must immediately provide replacement employees for those who cannot be cleared.

G.7 All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, controlled access areas, or require network access, shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of Incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. Upon request, the contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer (if a COR is not assigned), within 5 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following website:

http://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html; or it can be provided by the RA ATO in presentation form which will be documented via Memorandum.

H. ACCIDENT PREVENTION:

a. In order to provide safety controls for protection to the life and health of employees, and other persons, and for the prevention of damage property, materials, supplies, and equipment; and to avoid work interruptions in the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with all pertinent provisions of the Army's safety regulations and will also take or cause to be taken such additional measures as the Contracting officer may determine to be necessary for the purpose.

b. The Contractor will maintain an accurate record of, and will report to the COR in the manner and on forms prescribed by the COR, exposure date and all accidents resulting in death, traumatic injury, occupational disease, and/or damage under this contract.

c. If the COR notifies the Contractor of any noncompliance with the foregoing provisions and the action to be taken the contractor will, after receipt of notice, immediately correct the deficiencies. Such notice, when delivered to the Contractor or his/her representative at the site of work, will be deemed sufficient for this purpose. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping payment on work performed under this contract until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.

Accident Prevention and Requirements:

H.1 In performing this contract, the contractor shall provide for protecting the lives and health of employees and other people; preventing damage to property, materials, supplies and equipment;

and avoiding work interruptions. For these purposes, the Contractor shall:

(1) Comply with all pertinent provisions of the most recent version of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, in effect on the date of the solicitation and available at:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_3 85-1-1_2008Sep_Consolidated_2011Aug.pdf ;

(2) Provide appropriate safety personal protection equipment (steel toe safety boots, eye protection, hearing protection, reflective vests, etc.) as required by Position Hazard http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1_2008Sep_Consolidated_2011Aug.pdf http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1_2008Sep_Consolidated_2011Aug.pdf

Analysis;

Comply with the standards issued by the Secretary of Labor in 29 CFR Part 1910 and or 29 CFR Part 1926.

(1) Safeguard the public and Government personnel, property, materials, supplies, and equipment exposed to Contractor operations and activities.

(2) Avoid interruptions of Government operations and delays in project completion Dates and Control costs in the performance of this contract.

H.2 Additionally, for these purposes on contracts for construction or dismantling, demolition, or removal of improvements, the Contractor shall also –

(1) Provide appropriate safety barricades, signs, and signal lights, and;

(2) Ensure that any additional measures the Contracting Officer determines to be reasonably necessary for the purposes are taken.

H.3 Whenever the Contracting Officer becomes aware of any noncompliance with these requirements or any condition which poses a serious or imminent danger to the health or safety of the public or Government personnel, the Contracting Officer shall notify the Contractor orally, with written confirmation, and request immediate initiation of corrective action. This notice, when delivered to the Contractor or the Contractor’s representative at the work site, shall be deemed sufficient notice of the noncompliance and that corrective action is required. After receiving the notice, the Contractor shall immediately take corrective action. If the Contractor fails or refuses to promptly take corrective action, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. The Contractor shall not be entitled to any equitable adjustment of the contract price or extension of the performance schedule on any Stop-Work Order issued under this clause.

H.4 The Contractor shall require any/all subcontractors to comply with these safety requirements.

H.5 After receipt of a notice of award, the Contractor will:

(1) Submit in writing (within 10 working days) a proposal for effectuating this provision for accident prevention. The plan shall include an analysis of the significant hazards to life, limb, and property inherent in the contract work performance and a plan for controlling these hazards.

(2) The plan, which will be reviewed by the Humphreys Engineer Center Support Activity, Safety and Occupational Health Office shall include but not be limited to the following:

(a) Identification and signature of on-site contractor safety officer.

(b) Identification and telephone numbers of medical emergency facilities.

(c) Medical emergency response procedures (what to do in a medical emergency).

(d) Plans for initial safety indoctrination and continuing safety training for employees.

(e) Hazard analysis and abatement.

(f) Personal protective equipment.

(g) Procedures to be used for accident reporting and investigating.

(h) Criteria for reprimand due to willful negligence towards safety standards.

(3) Meet in conference with representatives of the Contracting Officer to discuss and develop mutual understanding relative to administration of the overall safety program.

J. FIRE DRILLS: The Contractor, and all Contractor personnel, will become familiar with all fire evacuation routes within the building and will participate in the fire drills and exercises if and when the fire alarm is activated and they are present or performing work in the building.

K. QUALITY CONTROL/QUALITY ASSURANCE:

a. QUALITY CONTROL: The Contractor will establish a complete quality control program to assure the requirements of the contract are provided as specified. Any updates to the QCP will be provided to the COR at the pre-award conference. An updated copy will be provided to the COR on the contract start date, and as changes occur. The program will include, but not be limited to, the following:

(1) An inspection system covering the services stated herein. It must specify areas to be inspected, on both a scheduled or unscheduled basis and the title of the individuals who will do the inspections.

(2) A method for identifying deficiencies in the quality of services performed before the level of performance becomes unacceptable, and a method to re-perform the unacceptable service.

(3) A file of all inspections conducted by the Contractor and the corrective actions taken. This documentation will be made available to the Government during the term of the contract.

b. QUALITY ASSURANCE: The Government will monitor the Contractor's performance under this contract by conducting periodic unannounced inspections at least once a week and by substantiated complaints by building occupants.