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Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SUMMARY OF WORK

SUMMARY OF WORK

FOR

Guntersville and Pickwick Lock Gearbox Inspection

01. INTRODUCTION

The contractor will provide all plant, labor, materials, and equipment to perform gearbox inspections, laboratory analysis of existing lubricant, gearbox cleaning and flushing, replacement of lubricants including laboratory analysis, replacement of filters, and replacement of air breathers at Guntersville Main Lock, Guntersville Auxiliary Lock, and Pickwick Landing Main Lock. Gearboxes to be serviced are:

01.1 Guntersville Main Lock

Upper and Lower Miter Gates (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes) Filling and Empting Valves (4 Primary Gearboxes) Chamber Tow Haulage Unit (1 High and 1 Low Speed Gearbox)

01.2 Guntersville Auxiliary Lock

Upper and Lower Miter Gates (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes) Filling and Empting Valves (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes) Chamber Tow Haulage Unit (1 High and 1 Low Speed Gearbox)

01.3 Pickwick Landing Main Lock

Filling and Empting Valves (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes)

02. PURPOSE

The reason for the project is to:

Inspect and report the as-found condition of all gearboxes Clean machinery area Remove existing oil Thoroughly clean interior of gearboxes Perform internal inspection of gearbox Replace oil filters Remove and replace desiccant canisters/air breathers Replace oil Reassemble gearbox and return to service Perform functional and operational tests upon completion of work Provide written report of all findings Provide sufficient quantity of spare oil filters for twelve (12) month maintenance cycle Provide specified quantity of spare lubricant

03. EXISTING CONDITION

Pickwick Landing Lock High and low speed boxes are all using Shell Omala 220 gear oil. There have been no reported issues with any of the gearboxes. The lock master agreed that 220 weight oil is a bit heavy for The Chamber Tow Haulage Unit, uses a planetary gear system, and will not be included in this project. The Upper and Lower Tow Haulage Units are not included in the scope of work as they are both out of service.

04. DELIVERY LOCATION

Pickwick Landing Lock 850 Carolina Lane Counce, TN 38326

Guntersville Lock 3780 Guntersville Dam Road Grant, AL 35747

05. STANDARDS & TESTING

All work will be performed and all materials provided will be equal to or as specified in the technical specifications and plans. All applicable standards and test procedures therein shall be strictly followed.

SPECIFICATION

GEARBOX INSPECTION, CLEANING, AND REPORT

FOR

GUNTERSVILLE AND PICKWICK LANDING LOCKS

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

1. SCOPE

Furnish all plant, labor, materials, and equipment to perform Gearbox Inspection, Cleaning and Reporting in accordance with the Performance Work Statement on all work described herein on:

1.1 Guntersville Main Lock

Upper and Lower Miter Gates (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes) Filling and Empting Valves (4 Primary Gearboxes) Chamber Tow Haulage Unit (1 High and 1 Low Speed Gearbox)

1.2 Guntersville Auxiliary Lock

Upper and Lower Miter Gates (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes) Filling and Empting Valves (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes) Chamber Tow Haulage Unit (1 High and 1 Low Speed Gearbox)

1.3 Pickwick Landing Main Lock

Filling and Empting Valves (4 High and 4 Low Speed Gearboxes)

USACE will provide equipment, equipment operator and qualified rigging personnel to provide contractor personnel safe access to the work specified here in.

2. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Guntersville Lock, 3780 Guntersville Dam Road, Grant AL 35747 Pickwick Landing Lock, 850 Carolina Lane, Counce TN 38326

3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

All requirements herein shall be complete within one hundred-twenty (120) calendar days of notice of contract award. At each worksite, all onsite work shall be completed within thirty (30) contiguous calendar days.

4. WORK HOURS

Onsite work shall be performed Monday through Thursday between the local hours of 0600 and 1430.

Guntersville and Pickwick Landing Lock are located in the US Central Time Zone.

Contractor shall comply with all special scheduling requirements listed herein for each work location.

Emergency Operation: In the rare event that the government deems that a lockage should be required for emergency or other inherently governmental purpose, the contractor shall immediately and diligently perform actions to return the lock to operation. Contractor shall perform their work in such a manner that the lock can be returned to operation in no more than two (2) hours.

All work shall be scheduled in such a manner that the lock is returned to operation by the end of each work day.

No onsite work shall be permitted at any worksite on federally observed holidays.

2020 Federally Observed Holidays

Date Holiday Wednesday, January 1, 2020 New Year’s Day Monday, January 20, 2020 Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Monday, February 17, 2020 Washington’s Birthday Monday, May 25, 2020 Memorial Day Tuesday, July 3, 2020 (observed) Independence Day Monday, September 7, 2020 Labor Day Monday, October 12, 2020 Columbus Day Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Veterans Day Thursday, November 26, 2020 Thanksgiving Day Friday, December 25, 2020 Christmas Day Source: opm.gov

5. SAFETY

All contractor’s means and methods of performing the work shall be conducted in a safe manner. Applicable provisions of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, as well as any and all federal, state and local requirements shall govern the work performed. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers safety manual may be located at:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf

5.1 Lockout/Tagout Training:

In accordance with EM 385-1-1 Section 12.C; all persons performing work on site shall attend USACE lockout/tagout training prior to performing any onsite work.

5.2 Safety Meetings:

Conduct safety meetings to review past activities, plan for new or changed operations, review pertinent aspects of appropriate AHA (by trade), establish safe working procedures for anticipated hazards, and provide pertinent Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) training and motivation. Conduct meetings at least once a month for all supervisors on the project location. The SSHO, supervisors, foremen, or CDSOs must conduct meetings at least once a week for the trade workers. Document meeting minutes to include the date, persons in attendance, subjects discussed, and names of individual(s) who conducted the meeting. Maintain documentation on-site and furnish copies to the Contracting Officer on request. Notify the Contracting Officer of all scheduled meetings 7 calendar days in advance.

5.3 Accident Prevention Plan (APP)

A qualified person must prepare the written site-specific APP. Prepare the APP in accordance with the format and requirements of EM 385-1-1, Appendix A, and as supplemented herein. The APP must be job-specific and address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written. The Government considers the Prime Contractor to be the "controlling authority" for all work site safety and health of the subcontractors. Work cannot proceed without an accepted APP.

5.4 Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

Before beginning each activity, task or Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous project operations, or where a new work crew or subcontractor is to perform the work, the Contractor(s) performing that work activity must prepare an AHA. Format the AHA in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 1 or as directed by the Contracting Officer. Each employee performing work as part of an activity, task or DFOW must review the AHA for that work and sign a signature log specifically maintained for that AHA prior to starting work on that activity.

5.5 Mishap Notification

Notify the Contracting Officer and the lockmaster as soon as practical, but no more than twenty-four hours, after any mishaps, including recordable accidents, incidents, and near misses, as defined in EM 385-1-1 Appendix Q, any report of injury, illness, or any property damage. For LHE or rigging mishaps, notify the Contracting Officer as soon as practical but not more than 4 hours after mishap. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining appropriate medical and emergency assistance and for notifying fire, law enforcement, and regulatory agencies. Immediate reporting is required for electrical mishaps, to include Arc Flash; shock; uncontrolled release of hazardous energy (includes electrical and non-electrical); load handling equipment or rigging; fall from height (any level other than same surface); and underwater diving. These mishaps must be investigated in depth to identify all causes and to recommend hazard control measures.

Within notification include Contractor name; contract title; type of contract; name of activity, installation or location where accident occurred; date and time of accident; names of personnel injured; extent of property damage, if any;

extent of injury, if known, and brief description of accident (for example, type of construction equipment used and PPE used). Preserve the conditions and evidence on the accident site until the Government investigation team arrives on-site and Government investigation is conducted. Assist and cooperate fully with the Government's investigation(s) of any mishap.

5.6 Accident Reports

Conduct an accident investigation for recordable injuries and illnesses, property damage, and near misses, including accidents involving load handling equipment and rigging. The accident reports shall include: (1) Mishap summary description to include process, findings and outcomes; (2) Root Cause; (3) Direct Factors; (4) Indirect and Contributing Factors; (5) Corrective Actions; and (6) Recommendations. Complete the applicable USACE Accident

Report Form 3394, and provide the report to the Contracting Officer and the lockmaster within 5 calendar day(s) of the accident. The lockmaster will provide copies of any required or special forms.

6. SCHEDULING OF WORK

A site visit is recommended so that the Contractor can determine accessibility of the work area, availability of utilities, and the type of equipment that will be needed. Site access should be coordinated with the Lockmaster.

7. UTILITIES

Contractor shall supply all utilities for employees including toilet, potable water, electrical, etc.

Electrical service will be made available to the contractor near each work location however distance, voltage rating, connection type and loading capability at each location may differ. It is the contractor’s responsibility to survey each site carefully prior to beginning the work. Should the governments service availability differ from the particular needs of the contractor, the government will not modify their service and the contractor shall provide alternate means at no additional cost to the government.

Service water is available near each work location however connection types, size, and available pressure may vary from location to location. Should the governments available water not meet the particular needs of the contractor, the contractor will be responsible for providing their own utility at no additional cost to the government.

Connection to the governments’ compressed air service will not be available to the contractor.

8. SUBMITTALS. The contractor shall submit the following for approval:

8.1 PROJECT SCHEDULE

Contractor’s initial project schedule shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. The contractor’s project schedule shall clearly indicate the work to be performed, duration of time required for each work item, and adherence to general and site specific scheduling requirements outlined herein. The project schedule shall be maintained and updated regularly. Submit schedule updates with the contractor’s monthly progress reports.

8.2 WEEKLY PROGRESS REPORTS

Contractor shall provide to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) by the end of each work week, a narrative describing the work completed during that week. The weekly report shall also include the plan for the following week, any potential issues and an estimated work completion date.

8.3 ACTIVITY HAZARD ANALYSIS

All work shall be conducted in a safe and orderly manner. Contractor’s site specific Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. Government approval of this submittal is required prior to commencement of physical work. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

8.4 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN

Contractor shall prepare an Accident Prevention Plan within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. This submittal shall include accident reporting procedures and emergency plans to ensure employee safety in case of fire, medical or other emergencies. Government approval of this submittal is required prior to commencement of physical work. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

8.5 MATERIAL TRANSPORTATION, USE AND STORAGE PLAN

A plan indicating the contractor’s adherence to manufacturer recommendations, OSHA, NFPA and USACE safety and Occupational Health requirements for the transportation, use and storage of chemicals, materials, substances and waste shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. This submittal shall clearly demonstrate the contractor’s ability to control and prevent leakage, spills or any other action that could contaminate people, animals, food, water, equipment, materials and/or environment. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

8.6 PRODUCT DATA

Product data for all materials, fluids, and equipment to be installed shall be submitted for Government approval within ten (10) calendar days of notice of contract award. Product data shall provide the Government sufficient information for proper operation and maintenance of the equipment as-well-as demonstrate the products appropriateness of the given application. Allow ten (10) calendar days for Government review/approval.

8.7 TEST AND ANALYSIS

All tests and analysis performed shall be included as an attachment to each gearbox report.

8.8 REPORT OF GEARBOX CONDITION

Reports shall include sufficient detail in words, photographs, graphs, charts or other methods specified herein, to fully describe the ‘as found’ and ‘as left’ condition of the equipment. The reports shall include a section discussing recommended work. The report shall include a section detailing suggested materials and equipment to be maintained at the worksite for ideal maintenance/operation of the equipment.

9. WARRANTY

The Contractor shall warranty all work for a period of one (1) year from acceptance by the Government.

10. COORDINATION

The Contractor shall establish and maintain coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers throughout the project.

Point of Contact Guntersville Lock:

Ryan Johnson 256-582-3263 Ryan.P.Johnson@usace.army.mil

Pickwick Landing Lock:

Brian Brewer 731-925-2334 Brian.D.Brewer@usace.army.mil

Technical POC:

Michael Murphy 423-870-7674 Michael.K.Murphy@usace.army.mil

11. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Inspect and report the as-found condition of all gearboxes Clean machinery area Perform laboratory analysis of existing oil Remove existing oil Thoroughly clean interior of gearboxes including the lubrication system

Inspect the lubrication system and adjust as needed Inspect and report the as-found condition of the inside of the gearbox Replace oil filters Remove and replace desiccant canisters/air breather as specified herein Replace oil Reassemble gearbox and return to service Perform functional and operational tests upon completion of work Provide written report of all findings Provide sufficient quantity of spare oil filters for twelve (12) month maintenance cycle

12. EXECUTION OF TASKS

12.1 General

The work covered under this contract shall consist of the contractor furnishing all equipment, labor, materials, and supervision required to perform the required work. The Contractor shall complete all work using standard methods used throughout the industrial machine industry. This section describes the minimum requirements for work required in section 12. EXECUTION OF TASKS.

12.1.1 Inspection:

A comprehensive visual inspection and report of the gearboxes shall be provided.

12.1.1.1 External Gearbox examination:

Perform a thorough external examination of the gearboxes taking note of any signs of leakage, or other damage. Note the condition of all structural fasteners and measure and report their tightening torque. Inspect all surfaces including structural interfaces for corrosion or movement. Examine the inspection port cover(s) for bolt tightness and for proper seal. Inspect all external surfaces and components for signs of overheating. Inspect the breather. Report any oil leaks at the shaft seals.

12.1.1.2 Internal Gearbox examination:

Areas around the access point shall be cleaned prior to the internal inspection to prevent the ingress of contaminants. Take care when removing the inspection port to prevent objects such as bolts, tools or other contaminates from entering the gearbox. Inspect, by use of a borescope, internal surfaces and components for signs of overheating, wear, and all other forms of degradation. Contractor shall use the inspection port, oil fill port, drain, and/or other methods of access to the inside of the gearbox to perform the internal inspection. The gearbox case shall not be split. Observe the condition of the gears, shafts, and internal coating. Document the condition of each component with photographs and written descriptions. (Gearboxes which cannot be inspected internally without splitting the case are not included in this requirement.)

12.1.1.3 Inspection of Lubricant:

Collect samples of the lubricant from an area near the gearset for analysis. Provide results of the laboratory analysis with the inspection report.

12.1.1.4 Inspection of Lubrication System:

The gearbox lubrication system shall be examined, cleaned and adjusted as required to insure proper operation.

12.1.1.5 Inspection of Filtration System:

The oil filters and magnetic plugs shall be examined for wear debris and contamination.

12.1.1.6 Gear Tooth Contact Patterns:

Record gear tooth contact patterns for loaded condition using machinist’s layout lacquer and transparent tape. Other methods or recording gear tooth contact patterns may be submitted for approval.

Gear tooth contact patterns may only be obtained through the gearbox inspection ports or by the removal of safety covers. Splitting of gearbox cases will not be permitted. In such cases where gearboxes do not have inspection ports or safety covers and in other cases where access to the gear teeth are impractical, the contractor shall refer to paragraph 12.1.1.2 Internal Gearbox Examination.

12.1.1.7 Macropitting:

Record macropitting on gear teeth using marking grease and transparent tape.

Fully describe the tooth location and orientation with the record.

12.1.1.8 Micropitting:

Record micropitting with graphite and transparent tape. Fully describe the tooth location and orientation with the record.

12.1.2 Clean Machinery Area:

Remove excess open gear grease from the work area using hand tools and buckets. Pressure wash the entire machinery area including walls, machinery, floor, and other surfaces to remove all dirt, grime, and mold from the work space.

12.1.3 Drain Oil:

Drain the existing oil. Oil to be removed from service shall become the property of the contractor.

All oil must be removed from the lock wall area of the worksite each day. Lockmaster will designate a staging area where the contractor may relocate materials.

12.1.4 Thoroughly clean interior of gearboxes

Clean all internal surfaces by high pressure spraying and thorough flushing of the gearbox, pre-lube systems and drains to remove water, rust, sludge, varnish/lacquer and other chemical contaminants, sediments, and all organic and inorganic particulate matter present due to construction, normal ingress, internal generation and/or component wear. Flushing fluid shall be fully compatible with all system components and new lubricating fluids. Flushing fluid shall be of a lower viscosity than the new lubricating fluid.

12.1.5 Remove and replace Air Breather/Desiccant Canisters

Replace Air Breather on all gearboxes ref. Replacement breather shall be Faulk AirMax (6721116) or other such screw on type air breather system meeting the following performance features.

Operating range shall be -40°F to 200°F, 2-year scheduled changeout, and internal media shall prevent the ingress of water and the egress for oil in high humidity environments. Submit product data for approval.

12.1.6 Replace oil

Guntersville Lock: Supply SAE 80W-90 mineral based gear lubricant specially blended to be fully compatible with the Lock’s existing supply of Chevron 80W-90. New oil shall be filtered on site. Independent laboratory test shall confirm particle count meets or exceeds 17/15/12 per ISO 4406:99 for oil cleanliness to be acceptable. Submit product data and compatibility test results for approval.

The Contractor shall fill gearboxes to manufacturers’ recommended level. The Contractor shall provide 2,000 gallons of lubricant to be used for flushing, refill, and all other uses necessary per this scope. The Contractor shall also provide one (1) additional 55-gallon drum of makeup oil for Guntersville Lock. Of the 2,000 gallons, any unused lubricant shall become the property of the Government and shall be left onsite by the Contractor in containers. The containers shall be consolidated into the fewest number possible, sealed, and with their exteriors wiped clean.

Approximate oil quantities for each gearbox is provided below:

Main Lock Miter Gates High Speed Gearbox, Quantity - 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 5 Gallons Miter Gates Low Speed Gearbox, Quantity - 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 50 Gallons Chamber F/E Valve Gearbox, Quantity – 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 70 Gallons Chamber Tow Haulage Low Speed Gearbox, Quantity – 1, Approximate Oil Volume - 25 Gallons

Auxiliary Lock Miter Gates High Speed Gearbox, Quantity - 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 12 Gallons Miter Gates Low Speed Gearbox, Quantity - 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 60 Gallons Chamber F/E Valve High Speed Gearbox, Quantity – 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 30 Gallons Chamber F/E Valve Low Speed Gearbox, Quantity – 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 165 Gallons Chamber Tow Haulage Low Speed Gearbox, Quantity – 1, Approximate Oil Volume - 25 Gallons

Pickwick Landing Lock: Supply AGMA 4EP mineral based gearbox lubricant, ISO-VG 150 and specially blended to be fully compatible with the Lock’s existing supply of Shell Omala 220. New oil shall be filtered on site. Independent laboratory test shall confirm particle count meets or exceeds 17/15/12 per ISO 4406:99 for oil cleanliness to be acceptable. Submit product data and compatibility test results for approval.

The Contractor shall fill gearboxes to manufacturers’ recommended level. The Contractor shall provide 1,500 gallons of lubricant to be used for flushing, refill, and all other uses necessary per this scope. The Contractor shall also provide one (1) additional 55-gallon drum of makeup oil for Pickwick Landing Lock. Of the 1,500 gallons, any unused lubricant shall become the property of the Government and shall be left onsite by the Contractor in containers. The containers shall be consolidated into the fewest number possible, sealed, and with their exteriors wiped clean.

Approximate oil quantities for each gearbox is provided below:

Miter Gates High Speed Gearbox, Quantity - 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 1.1 Gallons Miter Gates Low Speed Gearbox, Quantity - 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 210 Gallons Chamber F/E Valve High Speed Gearbox, Quantity – 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 1.1 Gallons Chamber F/E Valve Low Speed Gearbox, Quantity – 4, Approximate Oil Volume - 58 Gallons

12.1.7 Reassemble gearbox and return to service

Reassemble gearboxes in a professional manner being sure that all surfaces are properly mated, bolts are properly torqued, and no contaminates have entered the gearboxes.

12.1.8 Perform function and operation tests upon completion of work

Upon completion of reassemble and in the presence of the Governments representative; perform functional and operational static and dynamic tests that verifies proper alignment and operation.

12.1.9 Provide written report of all findings

Contractor shall provide within fourteen (14) days of the completion of the work a detailed and compressive report of all findings. The report shall additionally include a section detailing suggested O&M practices, recommended upgrades and/or repairs, and a list of suggested spare/on-hand parts.

13. WORK SITE & ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

The Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of the work area from damage and upon completion of the work shall leave existing works in a condition equal to that which existed when the work started. All work, storage of materials, and construction plant shall be kept within the limits of the areas assigned. Prior to construction operations, the Contractor shall confer with the Lockmaster to determine the proximity of any possible in wall, under-ground obstructions, pipe or equipment which could be damaged as a result of construction operations.

14. MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION

Mobilization shall include the equipment required to complete all work requirements. Demobilization shall consist of the removal from the site of all Contractors provided equipment after completion of the work.

The site shall be clean.

15. QUALITY CONTROL.

Contractor Quality Control. The contractor shall establish and maintain quality control to ensure compliance with the contract requirements and to maintain records of operations and quality control for all operations including, but not limited to, the following:

(1) The use of only approved materials and equipment.

(2) Qualified personnel

(3) The contractor shall provide the Government a copy of all records and tests

16. SECURITY

AT Level 1 Training: If the Contractor will be working within a controlled or restricted area for 60 days or more, all contractor and 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 applicable contract employee and subcontractor employee, to the Government Representative within 5 calendar days after completion of training by all contract personnel. AT Level I Awareness Training is available at the following website: http://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html

Each contract employee must take the training individually to receive a training certificate.

Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures: For any duration of Contractor working within a controlled or restricted area, all contractor and associated sub-contractor employees shall comply with all applicable project and local security policies and procedures (provided by the district representative). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation/facility access requirements to be accomplished by the District Security Management Office.

Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR Clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) 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 installation or facility change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes."

Background Investigations: Since the work is being done within a controlled area but is expected to last less than six months, the investigation requirements fall under Category B1 for US Citizens and Category C for Foreign Nationals. Contract employees will need to be supervised/ escorted by a Corps employee while within the restricted area. In the event it is determined the contract will extend beyond six months, the contractor will need to comply with the requirements in Category B2 for US Citizens.

Guidance and forms for the investigation requirements are available on the Nashville District Public Website:

http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/BusinessWithUs/ContractSecurityRequirements.aspx.

(Note: Please ensure contractor knows contract employees are not authorized to begin work on the contract until investigation requirements have been completed and notification has been made by the Government Representative or the District Security Office.)"

Convict Labor: Because the work is being performed in a restricted area, there are restrictions on use of persons either imprisoned or previously convicted of a felony. The Contractor shall not employ in the performance of this contract any person undergoing a sentence of imprisonment imposed by any court of a State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, or the US Federal Government. The Contractor shall not employ in the performance of this contract any person who has been convicted of a felony imposed by any court of a State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or the US Federal Government."

Suspicious Activity Reporting Training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, See Something, Say Something):

"If the Contractor will be working within a controlled or restricted area for 60 days or more, the Contractor and all associated Sub-contractors shall receive training on the local Suspicious Activity Reporting Program. This locally developed training will inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and provide guidance on who to contact to report suspicious activity. 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 Government Representative NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training." The iWatch training for contractors is available on the Nashville District Public Website:

(http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/BusinessWithUs/ContractSecurityRequirements.aspx). "

Additional Information Regarding Suspicious Activity Reporting:

iWatch Army is available at http://www.myarmyonesource.com/familyprogramsandservices/iwatchprogram/default.aspx;

CorpsWatch (Property Protection Program to Deter Crime) is available at http://corpslakes.usace.army.mil/visitors/corpswatch.cfm; and Homeland Security “See Something Say Something” https://www.dhs.gov/see-something-say-something."

Operations Security (OPSEC) Training: If the Contractor will be working within a controlled or restricted area for 60 days or more, all new contractor employees will complete Level 1 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 Government Representative, within 5 calendar days after completion of training. OPSEC Awareness Training is available at the following website:

https://securityawareness.usalearning.gov/opsec/index.htm.

Escort Required-Possible Exposure to Classified AND/OR Sensitive Information AND/OR Sensitive or Restricted Areas: For any duration of Contractor working within a controlled or restricted area, all contract employees, including subcontractor employees who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearance or access privileges, will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas.

Escort Requirement will no longer apply once the Contract Representative has been notified a favorable long-term investigation (Category B1, B3, etc) has been completed.

Pre-Screen Candidates Using E-Verify: For any duration of Contractor working within a controlled or restricted area, the Contractor must pre-screen potential employees to work on this contract using the E-verify Program (http:www.uscis.gov/e-verify) website to meet the established eligibility requirements. The Contractor must ensure that the employee 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 contract employees must be provided to the Government Representative no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award.

Pre-bid Site Visit: Contractors and/or potential contractors wishing to attend a pre-bid meeting held at or in LRN restricted/controlled areas (such as a Power Plant or Navigation Lock) shall submit a Nashville District (LRN) Security Access Form to the Nashville District Point of Contact (LRN POC) five (5) days prior to the site visit or meeting. If submitting the document in less than five days, the Offeror/Bidder may not receive approval for participation. The LRN POC will notify the Contractor if the request is approval or denied. Any pre-bid meeting which will cover anything other than public domain information shall be limited to US Citizens, except under unique circumstances. The Security Access Form and guidance is available at http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/BusinessWithUs/Contracting/Contract Security Requirements.

Any pre-bid meeting which will cover anything other than public domain information shall be limited to US Citizens, except under unique circumstances.

Pre-bid Site Visit, U.S. Citizens: The Offeror/Bidder and/or Contractor shall submit a Nashville District (LRN) Security Access Form to the Nashville District Point of Contact (LRN POC) five (5) days prior to the site visit or any meeting held at or in LRN restricted/controlled areas (such as a Power Plant or Navigation Lock). If submitting the document in less than five days, the Offeror/Bidder may not receive approval for participation. The LRN POC will notify the individual(s) if the request is approval or denied.

The form with guidance is available at http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/BusinessWithUs/ Contracting/Contract Security Requirements/LRN U.S. Citizen Pre-Bid Meeting or Site Visit Form

Pre-bid Site Visit, Foreign Nationals (FNs): FNs wishing to attend a pre-bid meeting or site visit shall submit a completed LRN FN Security Form and legible color copies of two of the following documents:

Passport (unexpired or expired), Certificate of U.S. Citizenship (INS Form N-560 04 N-561), Certificate of Naturalization (INS Form N-550 or N-570), unexpired foreign Passport with I-551 stamp or attached INS Form I-94 indicating unexpired employment authorization, an Alien Registration Receipt Card with photo (INS Form I-151 or I-551), unexpired Temporary Resident Card (INS Form I-688), unexpired Employment Authorization Card (INS Form I-688A), unexpired Reentry Permit (INS Form I-327), unexpired Refugee Travel Document (INS- Form I-571), or unexpired Employment Authorization Documentation issued by the INS which contains a photograph (INS Form I-688B) to the LRN POC to be forwarded to LRN-SM for approval. These documents must be submitted two (2) weeks prior to the meeting or site visit. Exceptions will be considered on a case by case basis but will be limited.

The form with guidance is available at http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/BusinessWithUs/ Contracting/Contract Security Requirements/LRN Foreign National Security Form"

CONDUCT OF CONTRACT EMPLOYEES: All contract employees and subcontractors shall conduct themselves in a proper manner at all times. No alcoholic or intoxicating beverages or substances or illegal drugs or controlled substances not prescribed by a physician shall be possessed, consumed, or be under the influence of any such substance while on Government property.

The Contractor shall remove from the site any individual whose continued employment is deemed by the appointed receiving agent to be contrary to the public interest or inconsistent with the best interests of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Contracting Officer or the appointed receiving agent will require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site anyone who is incompetent or who endangers persons or property or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee’s ability to satisfactorily perform the work. Notification to the Contractor will be made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification will be verbal and will be confirmed in writing as soon as possible. No such removal, however, will reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all work required under this contract and immediate replacement shall be made as required.

Release of Information: The contractor shall not make available to the news media or publicly disclose any data generated or reviewed under this contract. Any inquiry received by the contractor for information concerning work performed under this contract shall be referred to the Government for evaluation under the Freedom of Information Act of 1975, Public Law 93-502, 5 U.S.C., Section 552. The determination of whether records will be released will remain with the Government. The contractor shall assist the Government Representative in compiling information or records for submission upon request by the government. Reports and data generated under this contract shall become the property of the Government and distribution to any other source by the contractor, unless authorized is prohibited.

Contractor Parking shall be at a minimum no closer than 30 feet to occupied buildings.

Damage or Loss of Contractor’s Supplies and Property: The Contractor is responsible for taking the action necessary to protect Contractor supplies, materials and equipment, and the personal property of Contractor employees from loss, damage or theft. The Government assumes no responsibility for theft, damage, etc., of the above. All incidents of theft (or suspected theft) of contractor materials, supplies, or equipment from project lands shall be reported to the Government Representative.

17. VETERANS EMPLOYMENT EMPHASIS for U.S. ARMY CORPS of ENGINEERS

CONTRACTS

In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts:

- U.S. Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS):

https://www.dol.gov/vets/

- Federal Veteran Employment Information: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/

- Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program: https://www.benefits.va.gov/vow/

- U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index:

https://wct.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html

- Hiring Our Heroes: https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes

*****END OF SECTION*****

QUOTE INSTRUCTIONS

1. DESCRIPTION/PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT: The contractor will provide all plant, labor, materials, and equipment to perform gearbox inspections, laboratory analysis of existing lubricant, gearbox cleaning and flushing, replacement of lubricants including laboratory analysis, replacement of filters, and replacement of air breathers at Guntersville Main Lock, Guntersville Auxiliary Lock, and Pickwick Landing Main Lock.

2. TYPE OF CONTRACT: The intent of this solicitation is to award one (1) Firm Fixed Price service contract for gearbox inspection.

3. COMPLETION DATE: The contractor shall adhere to the schedule established in the performance work statement.

4. BASIS FOR AWARD: Award shall be made to the lowest priced contractor who is determined to be responsive and responsible. Quote must meet or exceed the scope of work to be considered for award.

5. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Guntersville Lock, 3780 Guntersville Dam Road, Grant AL 35747 and Pickwick Landing Lock, 850 Carolina Lane, Counce TN 38326

6. SITE VISIT: Offerors are urged and expected to inspect the site where the gearboxes are located and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of the contract performance (FAR 52.237-1, Site Visit).

The Government has scheduled a Pre-Quote Virtual Site Visit for Monday, August 17, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. The purpose of the virtual meeting is to give prospective contractors an overview of what to expect during the two (2) physical visits for the projects. In order to participate in the virtual site visit, contractors must submit a site visit request form for each company representative. Site visit request forms can be found at www.beta.sam.gov under the Attachments section of this solicitation. Companies with foreign national representatives must submit a Foreign National Site Visit Request Form, which can found at www.beta.sam.gov under the Attachments section of this solicitation. All site visit request forms, including site visit request forms for foreign nationals, must be submitted by Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time to Contract Specialist Kristal Jones at Kristal.R.Jones@usace.army.mil.

Two (2) physical site visits are scheduled for each lock. The physical site visit for Guntersville Lock is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. The physical site visit for Pickwick Lock is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. Due to the social distancing guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for the COVID-19 situation, contractors will only be allowed to have no more than two (2) representatives from their company at the physical site visits.

NOTE: All participants are required to have personal safety equipment (i.e. hard hat and safety toe shoes) and masks. Contractors who do not have these items present at the Site Visit may not be able to participate in the visit.

7. REQUIREMENT TO REGISTER TO ATTEND SITE VISIT: Only registered persons will be permitted to attend the site visit. In addition to the below information, please also provide name of the firm, firm’s CAGE and/or DUNS number, and name and position title of primary point-of-contact and their telephone number and email address. Only two persons from each business entity will be permitted to attend.

U.S. Citizens: To register, U.S. citizens interested in attending the site visit must submit a Nashville District (LRN) Security Access Form to the Point of Contract (POC), Contract Specialist Kristal Jones, by email to Kristal.R.Jones@usace.army.mil no later than five (5) business days prior to the site visit. If submitting the form in less than five business days, the person may not receive approval for participation. Notification of approval or denial will be provided prior to the date of the site visit. The form is available as a pdf attachment on www.fbo.gov with this solicitation and is titled as Site Visit Registration Form.

Foreign Nationals (FNs): FNs wishing to attend the site visit shall submit a completed LRN FN Security Form and legible color copies of two of the following documents: Passport (unexpired or expired), Certificate of U.S.

Citizenship (INS Form N-560 04 N-561), Certificate of Naturalization (INS Form N-550 or N-570), unexpired foreign Passport with I-551 stamp or attached INS Form I-94 indicating unexpired employment authorization, an Alien Registration Receipt Card with photo (INS Form I-151 or I-551), unexpired Temporary Resident Card (INS Form I-688), unexpired Employment Authorization Card (INS Form I-688A), unexpired Reentry Permit (INS Form I-327), unexpired Refugee Travel Document (INS- Form I¬571), or unexpired Employment Authorization Documentation issued by the INS which contains a photograph (INS Form I-688B) to the LRN POC. These documents must be submitted two (2) weeks prior to the site visit. Exceptions will be considered on a case by case basis but will be limited. The form is available at:

http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/Portals/49/docs/Security/Sec%20508%20Foreign%20National%20Sec%20Access% 20Form%20JUN%202014.pdf

Additional information on Contract Security Requirements is located at: http://www.lrn.usace.army.mil/Business- With-Us/Contract-Security-Requirements/

8. INSURANCE. Contractor shall carry Liability Insurance. See FAR clause 52.228-5, Insurance – Work on A Government Installation.

9. QUESTIONS: Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted to Kristal Jones via email at Kristal.R.Jones@usace.army.mil no later than Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.

10. QUOTE SUBMISSION:

a. Quotes shall be emailed to Kristal Jones at Kristal.R.Jones@usace.army.mil by Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time.

b. The quote shall include the following elements to be considered for award:

(1) SF 1449: Filled out by the vendor for: Block 17a, Block 17b (if applicable), Block 30a, Block 30b, and Block 30c.

(2) All Amendments (SF 30s): Signed if applicable.

(3) Complete CLIN(s): 0001 through 0010.

(4) In accordance with FAR 52.204-7, System for Award Management, registration is required in the System for Award Management (SAM) database located at www.sam.gov. More specifically, "An Offeror is required to be registered in SAM when submitting an offer or quotation, and shall continue to be registered until time of award, during performance, and…