W912P621Q0007 - LRC Fall Protection Safety Railing.pdf

Design and installation of the fall protection system w ithin the J.E. Roush Lake Flood Control Project operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers located in Huntington, Indiana.

The estimated Price Range is between $100,000 and $250,000.

NAICS 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors (Size Standard: $16.5 Million).

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This procurement is set-aside 100% for Small Business and w ill be awarded based on low price.

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A. Sealed offers in original and __________1 copies to perform the w ork required are due at the place specif ied in Item 8 by ___________ local time ______________27 Aug 2021 (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time.

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D. Offers providing less than _______60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due w ill not be considered and w ill be rejected.

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the minimum requirements stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.)

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document and return _______ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees Your of f er on this solicitation, is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award con-to f urnish and deliv er all items or perf orm all work, requisitions identif ied summates the contract, which consists of (a) the Gov ernment solicitation and on this f orm and any continuation sheets f or the consideration stated in this y our of f er, and (b) this contract award. No f urther contractual document is contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be necessary .

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Special Instructions

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, supplies, tools, and equipment necessary for the design and installation of the fall protection system within the J. Edward Roush Lake Flood Control Project operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers located in Huntington, Indiana. The Contractor's work and responsibility shall include all planning, programming, administration, management, supervision, communications, and inspection necessary to assure that all work is conducted in accordance with the contract requirements and all applicable Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

The Contractor is responsible for having underground utilities located in coordination with 811. The Contractor is required to attend a pre-work meeting to be scheduled by the Government Representative (J. Edward Roush Lake Manager).

LOCATION:

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers J. Edward Roush Lake 735 N Warren Rd.

Huntington, IN 46750

This procurement is 100% set-aside for Small Business, NAICS 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors— (Size Standard: $16.5 Million).

Method of Payment under this contract will be Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to a commercial bank account specified by the contractor.

Note: In addition to the completed price breakout schedule/price quote, the Offeror must complete their Representation and Certifications located in the solicitation.

One award will be made from this Solicitation.

Note: The contract award will be based on Lowest Price to the Government.

Quotes are due on 27 August 2021 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

Only Electronic submittals will be accepted. You may submit your quote to Renee Booth at meranda.r.booth@usace.army.mil.

SITE VISITS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. To have a full understanding of the scope of work a site visit is highly encouraged. Site visits will only be held on 19 August 2021 between the hours of 9:00AM ET to 2:00PM ET.

Please contact the technical point of contact (TPOC) if you plan to participate in a site visit on the scheduled day.

The TPOC’s information is as follows:

Anthony Schoenecker, Manager Donald J. Unger, Maintenance Mechanic O: 260-356-8648 O: 260-356-8648 :

Anthony.h.schoenecker@usace.army.mil Donald.J.Unger@usace.army.mil

For contractual questions, please contact Renee Booth at (502) 315-6600 or by e-mail at meranda.r.booth@usace.army.mil.

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W912P621Q0007

Section 00 10 00 - Solicitation

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE

Project: Fall Protection System - J. Edward Roush Lake, Huntington, Indiana

Line Item: Description: Qty: Unit: Total:

001 Base: Control Tower Penthouses, Control Tower Trunnion Arm Platforms, Markle Pump Plant Collection Box

1 Job $

Total Base

002 Option 1: Control Tower Roof 1 Job $ 003 Option 2: Control Tower Upper Attic Area 1 Job $ 004 Option 3: Control Tower Emergency Escape

Ladders

Job

005 Option 4: Markle Pump Plant Back Platform Manhole and Platform Hatch Entry

006 Option 5: Markle Pump Plant Outlet Gate Structure

007 Option 6: Markle Pump Plant Inlet Gate Structure 1 Job $

Total Options

Total Base and All Options

J.E. Roush Lake Fall Protection System

Scope of Work - 5 August 2021

1. Introduction A. The characteristics outlined in this document are the minimum needed to meet the requirements for the design and installation of the fall protection system within the J.E. Roush Lake Flood Control Project operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Photos for reference have been provided in the document. The contractor is responsible to attend and participate in a site visit for bid to be accepted.

B. Technical Point-of-Contact (TPOCs) for the project are Anthony Schoenecker and Donald Unger

i. Telephone: (260)-356-8648

ii. E-mail: Anthony.H.Schoenecker@usace.army.mil and Donald.J.Unger@usace.army.mil

C. Pre-bid site visit/meeting shall be held on Thursday, August 19, 2021 during the hours of 0900 to 1400 ET.

Contractors may attend at any time during these hours.

D. Contractor shall design, deliver, install, inspect, and place in-service fall protection systems within 300 days of notice to proceed (NTP).

E. All option(s) must be exercised within 30 days of NTP.

F. Shipping address

i. J.E. Roush Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 735 North Warren Road, Huntington, IN 46750.

2. Objective A. To design and install fall protection/rescue systems throughout the J.E. Roush Lake Control Tower and Markle

Pump Plant facility.

B. Provide training to USACE employees for the use of all fall protection and rescue systems described in this scope of work.

C. The fall protection systems are to provide protection to USACE employees. USACE employees are fitted with harnesses that contain integrated twin leg retractable lanyards.

3. Design A. Contractor shall furnish all prints available in both 3D modeling formats and PDF formats for all custom non-stocked parts and all the manufacturer specs for all off-the-shelf items that will be used to complete the fall protection systems.

B. Contractor shall participate in a site visit prior to the design and fabrication of all fall protection systems for final measurements and design changes.

C. All designs must be compliant with the following standards. If there is a disagreement between design requirements, the most stringent will control.

i. EM 385-1-1 – Safety and Health Requirements Manual

ii. Louisville District USACE Fall Protection Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

iii. All applicable OSHA standards

iv. All applicable ANSI standards

D. The Government shall review and approve all design and anchorage locations of the fall protection/rescue systems prior to fabrication and/or procurement of components.

E. For anchorage that is designated to be installed in concrete, the contractor shall perform non-destructive testing to locate existing structural reinforcement and conduit. The contractor shall locate and install concrete anchor(s) without any damage to existing reinforcement steel or conduit.

F. The Contractor responsible for the design and construction of all fall protection systems shall, at a minimum, have 10 years of experience in the fall protection field.

G. The Engineer of Record responsible for the design of all fall protection systems shall be a Qualified Persons (QP) for fall protection with a current Professional Engineer (P.E.) Registration in the state of Indiana and have, at a minimum, 5 years of experience. The Qualified Person for fall protection must meet the applicable requirements of the documents referenced in 3.C. and regularly be involved in the design and installation of similar products and projects in the fall protection field.

H. All submittals subject to Government review shall include a completed fall protection qualified person designation form. The form is in Appendix C of the attached document, titled “Fall Protection Standard Operating Procedures.”

I. After 100% design is submitted for approval, the Government has 20 business days to review and provide acceptance or rejection of the design.

4. Required Minimum Specifications for Fall Protection and Rescue Systems

A. The system components and installation guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of project acceptance of substantial completion of a designated portion or phase of work.

B. Upon completion of the project, the Contractor shall provide the following:

i. Test result reports

ii. Systems logbook with component and anchorage layout

iii. Completion letter carrying the signature and Professional Engineer (P.E.) stamp of the Qualified Persons responsible for design of the system.

C. All fall protection systems shall be EM385-1-1, OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926, ANSI Z359, and Louisville District

USACE Fall Protection Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) compliant maintenance systems.

D. Contractor shall supply fall hazard site surveys, fall protection and prevention plans, and specific rescue plans for each area defined in this scope of work. All plans shall be in the required format outlined in the Louisville District USACE Fall Protection SOP.

E. Contractor shall provide all rescue anchorages, rescue/retrieval equipment, and training for USACE personnel to include fall protection, restraint, and rescue systems designated in this scope of work.

F. All systems shall meet of exceed the safety requirements outlined in this scope of work.

G. Systems shall be designed so that workers are not required to utilize an anchor point below the workers feet.

H. For the time, USACE continues using the initial contractor for the annual inspections, the warranty on the contractors installed items shall renew annually. Contractors warranty for manufactured parts will not exceed the warranty provided by the manufacturer.

5. Required Fall Protection Areas

A. Base contract

i. Control Tower Penthouses

(1) 3 locations in total (#1 Penthouse, #2 Penthouse, Spare Penthouse)

(2) A tie-off system to protect personnel while hatch is open and maneuvering on/off and up/down the ladder. If required, contractor may choose to remove/replace existing ladder above hatch and install additional structure to provide anchor point for the tie-off system and safe transition to ladder below hatch.

(3) System shall be designed so that workers are not required to utilize an anchor point below the works feet.

(4) All components of this fall protection system will be installed in an un-insulated, aluminum framed building subject to extreme temperatures throughout the year. The elements used shall be manufactured to withstand high and low temperatures.

(5) All components of the fall protection system shall not interfere with the functionality and operability of the existing equipment.

Figure 1: Typical Hatch/Ladder System in Penthouse #1 & #2

Figure 2: Typical Hatch/Ladder System in Penthouse Spare

ii. Control Tower Trunnion Arm Platforms

(1) 6 locations in total (1 per radial gate hub)

(2) An anchor/tie-off point(s) designed to provide protection for an individual performing maintenance on the radial gate trunnion hubs and trunnion arms.

(3) The system shall provide a means of transition between the trunnion arm platform and the trunnion arms as well as movement around radial gate trunnion arm pivot point to access grease piping.

(4) The system designed shall limit the fall distance to ensure quick rescue in case of a fall.

(5) Anchor/tie-off point(s) shall NOT be installed in pre-tensioned concrete monolith that supports the radial gate hubs.

Figure 3: Typical Radial Gate hubs and platforms (Note concrete monolith that gate is connected to)

Figure 4: Typical Radial Gate hub and platforms (Note concrete monolith that gate is connected to)

iii. Markle Pump Plant Collection Box

(1) 1 location in total

(2) A structural steel and grating system designed and installed to provide a walking/working surface over the collection box opening. The system shall protect personnel and public from falling into an open hole.

(3) The system shall utilize removable sections of grating. The removable sections of grating shall be designed in such a way that they removable by 2 people, without the use of heavy equipment, for maintenance purposes.

Figure 5: Collection box opening – location of new walking/working surface

B. Option 1

i. Control Tower Roof

(1) 3 locations in total (South Lower, North Lower, Upper Control Tower Roofs)

(2) This system shall utilize the design of a guardrail that allows access to all areas of the rooftop but prevents workers from falling over the parapet wall. It is necessary that the system be properly designed and meet all applicable standards due to the technical nature of a rescue if fall over the parapet wall were to occur.

(3) The guardrails and their connections shall be installed in a manner that does not impact or damage any roof covering.

(4) Contractor shall be responsible for relocation of lightning protection if the newly design guardrail height exceeds that of the existing lightning protection. If lightning protection requires re-location and the prime contractor does not possess the qualifications to do such work, they shall hire a subcontractor qualified to perform the work.

(5) Due to proximity of the lightning protection system, all metal components of the fall protection system shall be bonded and/or grounded as required by applicable codes.

(6) Due to security concerns, The North Lower Roof shall be accessible via a portable extension ladder or step ladder that shall be provided as part of this contract. An entrance gate shall be installed in the guardrail system to allow for access and it shall not impede access to and from the portable extension ladders. The guardrail around the location of extension ladder access shall be adequate to allow for extension ladder hook attachment.

(7) The South Lower Control Tower Roof and Upper Control Tower Roof shall be accessible via a newly designed and constructed fixed ladder as part of this contract. The ladder shall be attached and installed to the exterior of the south facing Control Tower Structure walls and shall not interfere or block existing “ROUSH” letters and USACE castle located on the building façade.

(8) All components of the systems utilized outdoors in this location must be able to operate during all-weather including freezing conditions.

Figure 6: Control Tower Building Overview (Looking Southwest)

C. Option 2

i. Control Tower Upper Attic Area

(1) 1 location in total

(2) A fall protection system above the hatch that allows workers, utilizing the existing ladder LCS system below the hatch, to open the hatch and be 100% tied off as they are entering/exiting the ladder below the hatch.

(3) The existing fall protection system below the hatch shall remain in-place.

(4) All components of the fall protection system shall not interfere with the functionality and operability of the existing equipment.

Figure 7: View of ladder and hatch from below (note the existing LCS system installed on ladder)

Figure 8: View of hatch from above (note equipment near hatch)

D. Option 3

i. Control Tower Emergency Escape Ladders

(1) 3 locations in total (2 x 6th floor escape ladders, 5th floor escape ladder)

(2) Each escape ladder shall be provided with a fall protection system that protects personnel during the mounting, dismounting, and climbing of the ladder. System shall be accessible from either end of a ladder.

(3) Note that except at the lower gallery, ladders are only mountable from the side and a safe attachment to a typical ladder climbing system is not possible.

(4) The escape ladder at the top of the 6th floor contains an unprotected edge that needs a fall protection system to allow safe mounting and dismounting of the ladder while being 100% tied off. This can be in the form of a swing gate.

Figure 9: Typical escape ladder (5th floor)

E. Option 4

i. Markle Pump Plant Back Platform Manhole & Platform Hatch Entry

(1) 1 location in total

(2) This fall protection system shall be designed to protect staff while working in and transitioning into and out of the confined spaces.

(3) The system shall be designed and installed ensuring that personnel does not attach to any tie-off point less than six feet above the walking/working surface.

(4) The system shall be designed to allow for 5 individuals to be tied-off to it at any given time.

(5) The system shall be installed at an elevation that will not interfere with the operability and maintainability of any equipment in the area.

(6) The system must be installed in a manner that protects personnel that perform work inside of the manhole and/or the hatch opening with the possibility of multiple being open at once.

(7) The system may utilize an overhead trolley beam system that will allow the capability of multiple

SRL’s to be attached to it.

(8) The final designed system shall have the capability to have a hook rescue system attached to it.

Figure 10: Overview of the platform hatches and manhole

F. Option 5

i. Markle Pump Plant - Outlet Gate Structure

(1) 1 location in total

(2) This fall protection system shall be designed to protect staff while working in and transitioning into and out of the confined spaces.

(3) The system shall be designed and installed ensuring that personnel does not attach to any tie-off point less than six feet above the walking/working surface.

(4) The system shall be designed to allow for 5 individuals to be tied-off to it at any given time.

(5) The system may utilize an overhead trolley beam system that will allow the capability of multiple

SRL’s to be attached to it.

(6) All supports for an overhead fall protection system should be located on the exterior side of the handrail fence to avoid interference with current operation equipment and avoid reducing workspace in the area.

(7) The system shall be installed in such a way that will not interfere with the operability and maintainability of any equipment in the area.

(8) The final designed system shall have the capability to have a hook rescue system attached to it.

(9) Additionally, the contractor shall design and install a swing gate at the platform end of the catwalk to prevent personnel from unintentionally entering the work area.

Figure 11: Overview of catwalk and outlet gate structure

G. Option 6

i. Markle Pump Plant – Inlet Gate Structure

(1) 1 location in total

(2) This fall protection system shall be designed to protect staff while working in and transitioning into and out of the confined spaces.

(3) The system shall be designed and installed ensuring that personnel does not attach to any tie-off point less than six feet above the walking/working surface.

(4) The system shall be designed to allow for 2 individuals to be tied-off to it at any given time.

(5) The system may utilize an overhead trolley beam system that will allow the capability of multiple

SRL’s to be attached to it.

(6) All supports for an overhead fall protection system should be located on the exterior side of the handrail fence to avoid interference with current operation equipment and avoid reducing workspace in the area.

(7) The system shall be installed in such a way that will not interfere with the operability and maintainability of any equipment in the area.

(8) The final designed system shall have the capability to have a hook rescue system attached to it.

(9) Additionally, the contractor shall design and install a swing gate at the platform end of the catwalk to prevent personnel from unintentionally entering the work area.

Figure 12: Overview of catwalk and inlet gate structure

6. Miscellaneous

A. Contractor shall have proven experience with design, fabrication, and construction of similar industrial fall protection applications.

B. Contractor shall submit written proof verifying their experience. Submitted experience shall be reviewed and approved by the Government.

C. All equipment and material to be new and unused, and galvanized/stainless steel. All fasteners, anchoring and miscellaneous components shall be Stainless steel.

D. Shipping address

i. J.E. Roush Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 735 North Warren Road, Huntington, IN 46750.

E. Contractor is responsible for all debris removal related to the work described herein.

7. Terms

Work shall be provided in accordance with all Terms, Conditions, General, Specific and Technical Provision, Maps, etc. contained herein or incorporated by Reference. This includes all mandatory provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), current at the time of award.

8. Contractor Responsibility

The Contractor’s work and responsibility shall include, but are not limited to, supply of equipment/materials, all planning, programming, administration, management, supervision, and inspection required to assure all equipment/materials are acquired and services are conducted in accordance with the contract and all applicable laws, regulations, or directives. The Contractor shall ensure all work meets or exceeds specifications. The prime Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract.

9. Performance Required

Special consideration of the Contractor is directed to the fact that the required accuracy, thoroughness, safety, and progress of this work are essential to the intended purpose. The contractor must be cognizant of the difficulties involved and of the contingencies which may arise, and must make certain that their personnel, equipment, transportation facilities and supply of materials are adequate at all times to ensure complete compliance with all provisions of these specifications. The work shall be done under supervision by competent employees. All contract services shall be in accordance with the submitted documents, and any additions, revisions or deletions must be approved by the Contracting Officer. This work is considered Conventional Type Construction.

10. Completion of Work

Completion of work shall include acceptable performance of all aspects of this contract.

11. Compliance and Certifications

The contractor is responsible for obtaining all permits, conducting all tests or inspections, and paying all associated fees necessary to complete the work as specified herein. The work shall be accomplished in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations include but not limited to EM385-1-1 (latest edition), Unified Guide Specifications, American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and all other applicable codes.

12. Pre-Work Conferences

The Contractor will be required to attend a pre-work conference at least one week prior to the start of work, during which, the Contractor shall supply the Technical Point of Contact (TPOCs) an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), in accordance with EM385-1-1 (latest edition), that covers the contractor’s plan of work procedures, safety procedures, security, schedule and equipment. The EM385-1-1 manual is available on the internet at the following address:

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

All materials used by the contractor must be submitted and approved by the TPOCs prior to start of work.

13. Damages

The Contractor will be responsible for all damages to government or private property resulting from negligent operations during this contract. The Contractor shall have appropriate insurance to cover liability and damages.

The contractor shall be responsible for compensating the government for any damage to government property and/or restoring and replacing any existing property damaged or destroyed by the Contractor through improper handling, at no expense to the government.

14. Hours and Days of Work

Construction may be conducted between 0700 and 1500, Monday through Friday. No work shall be performed outside of these times, on Saturday or Sunday, or on Federal Holidays, unless specifically approved by the TPOCs. Federal holidays are listed below:

o New Year’s Day – January 1st o Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. – 3rd Monday of January o Washington’s Birthday – 3rd Monday of February o Memorial Day – Last Monday of May o Juneteenth Independence Day – June 19th o Independence Day – July 4th o Labor Day – 1st Monday of September o Columbus Day – 2nd Monday in October o Veterans Day – November 11th o Thanksgiving Day – 4th Thursday in November o Christmas Day – December 25th

15. Contract Start and Completion Dates

Work under this contract shall begin within 14 calendars days of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) and must be completed no later than 300 calendar days of the NTP. Additional time may be granted for inclement weather.

16. Wage Rates

Department of Labor wage rates apply to this work and are included. The contractor is required to provide payroll documents for all work performed under this contract.

17. Material, Equipment, Supplies Protection

The Contractor shall, at all times, take care to protect and preserve all materials, supplies, and equipment of every description (including material and property owned by the Government) and all work performed. All reasonable requests of the Contracting Officer or his/her authorized representative to enclose or specially protect such properly shall be complied with. If any material, equipment, supplies, and work performed are not adequately protected by the Contractor, as determined by the Contracting Officer or his/her authorized representative, such property may be protected by the Government and the cost thereof may be charged to the Contractor or deducted from any payment due to them. All work will take place in a public use area therefore the Contractor is responsible for the security of any equipment left on the job site.

18. Communication

The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Office or TPOCs, upon commencement of work activities, encountered difficulties, interruptions, suspensions of work, and when the required work has been completed. The Contractor shall update the Contracting Offices, or TPOCs, no less that once weekly on status of work being completed.

Work will commence within 14 days of the NTP.

19. Site Visit

The Scope of Work only contains descriptions and photos of the work to be performed. The Contractor performing the work is required to visit the job site and assume responsibility for quantities, materials, critical dimensions, and work conditions used to calculate a quote.

A. A scheduled site visit will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2021 during the hours of 0900 to 1400 ET.

Contractors may attend at any time during these hours.

The site visit will begin at the USACE Chicago District J Edward Roush Lake Office. The Contractor performing the work must attend the site visit on that day. Please RSVP to the TPOCs if planning to attend the site visit:

Donald J. Unger Maintenance Mechanic USACE Chicago District J. Edward Roush Lake 735 North Warren Road Huntington, IN 46750 Phone: (260)-356-8648 Fax: (260)-356-7433 E-mail: Donald.j.Unger@usace.army.mil

Anthony H. Schoenecker Supervisory NRM Specialist USACE Chicago District J. Edward Roush Lake 735 North Warren Road Huntington, IN 46750 Phone: (260)-356-8648 Fax: (260)-356-7433 E-mail: Anthony.H.Schoenecker@usace.army.mil

20. Utilities

The contractor may utilize Government furnished utilities (water and electricity) to perform work described under this contract. On-site public restroom availability is seasonal and may not be available during a portion or all of the period of performance.

21. Preservation of Historical, Archeological and Cultural Resources

If, during construction activities, the Contractor observes items that might have historical or archaeological value, such observations must be reported immediately to the COR so that the appropriate authorities may be notified and a determination can be made as to their significance and what, if any, special disposition of the finds should be made. Cease all activities that may result in the destruction of these resources and prevent employees from trespassing on, removing, or otherwise damaging such resources.

22. Submittals

Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall submit the following information to the TPOCs prior to the pre-work conference for this contract:

A. Safety Plan(s)

i. The Contractor shall submit, for acceptable by the TPOCs, an Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), Fall Protection Plan, and Scaffolding Plan in accordance with the requirements of the Corps of Engineer’s Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, hereinafter referred to as the Safety Manual, current at the time of award.

ii. Accident Prevention Plan to include DOD statement on Covid-19 masking requirements:

(1) COVID -19, DOD Mask Requirement

(a) Federal employees, onsite contractor employees, and visitors regardless of vaccination status, but subject to the fulfilment of any applicable labor relations obligations, will wear a mask in an indoor setting except: (1) when an individual is alone in an office with floor-to-ceiling walls and a closed door; (2) for brief periods of time when eating and drinking while maintaining at least six-feet distance IAW instructions from commanders and supervisors; (3) when the mask is required to be lowered briefly for security purposes (4) when necessary to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability .

B. Certification of Employees Qualified to Administer First Aid and CPR

i. The Contractor shall submit proof of the appropriate number of employees, as required in the safety

Manual, are certified to administer First Aid and CPR.

C. Certificate of Insurance

i. The Contract shall, at their own expense, provide and maintain during the entire performance of this contract, the following insurance:

(1) Comprehensive General Liability (Occurrence policy form only)

(a) General Aggregate: $2,000,000

(b) Products/Completed Operations: $2,000,000

(c) Each Occurrence: $1,000,000

(d) Fire Damage Legal Liability: $50,000

(2) Comprehensive Automobile Liability (Including Hired Automobile Liability and Non-Owned Automobile Liability)

(a) Combined Single Limit: $1,000,000

(3) Employers’ Liability

(a) Each Occurrence: $500,000

(b) Policy Limit: $500,000

(c) Each Employee: $500,000

(4) Workers Compensation

(a) As required by State Law or Federal Law

(5) Umbrella Liability (Occurrence policy form only)

(a) Each occurrence and Aggregate: $5,000,000

23. Accident Reporting

The Contractor shall maintain accurate accident records and report accidents as prescribed by the TPOCs.

Accidents shall be reported within 24 hours of occurrence, including accidents occurring on holidays and weekends and all serious accidents (those resulting in death or injury requiring medical attention or lost time) shall be reported immediately.

24. Damage Reports

In all instances where Government property, equipment, natural features, landscape, or trees are damaged by the Contractor’s employees, an immediate notification shall be made to the TPOCs. A full report of the incident and extent of such damage shall be submitted to the TPOCs within two working days of the occurrence, excluding weekends and holidays.

25. Contract Employees

All contract employees shall always conduct themselves in a proper and courteous manner. Contract employees shall comply with all provisions of Title 36, Chapter III, Part 327, CFR and obey all posted signs and regulations in the performance of thew work under this contract. Being under the influence of, or consuming alcoholic beverages or controlled substances by the Contractor or employees while on duty is prohibited.

26. Quality Assurance

The Government will monitor the Contractor’s work and examine complete work to determine whether work is performed and complete in compliance with purchase order specification. The TPOCs is responsible for the

Government’s Quality Assurance Program under the purchase order. The TPOCs and/or his designated Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) will observe the work being performed and inspect completed work. The Contractor and TPOCs/QAR shall coordinate work schedules and inspections to best evaluate Contractor performance. The Government will use 100% inspections to evaluate the work provided under this contract. If the completed work does not conform to the requirements under the contract, the Government may require the contractor to remedy the work until it satisfactorily meets the requirements of the contract specifications. When the deficiencies cannot be corrected by re-performance, the Government may reduce or deduct the purchase order price to reflect the reduced value of the work performed or pursue claims as detailed in the FAR clauses contained in the contract.

27. Security Requirements

A. AT Level 1 Training

i. 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.

B. Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures

i. All contractor and all associated sub-contractor 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/facility 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 (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.

ii. For contractors who do not require CAC but require access to a DoD facility or installation. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors’ employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05 / AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative, as NCIC and TSDB are available), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

C. Suspicious Activity Reporting Training

i. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall receive a brief/training (provided by the RA) on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally 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 project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity. This ENG FORM 6055, JUN 2015 Page 3 of 6 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 TPOCs NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training.

D. Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program

i. 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 TPOCs no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award.

28. Payment

Payment will be made by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), upon acceptance of the completed work and providing final invoice and labor records. This process can take approximately 30 calendar days to process after the invoice is submitted to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for payment following completion of work.

29. Unique Entity Identifier and SAM Registration The successful offeror shall provide their Unique Entity Indentifier (formerly known as Dun & Bradstreet number (DUNS) (http://dnb.com), and will be required to be registered with System for Award Management (SAM), (https:// www.sam.gov/) to do business with the government. (NOTE: Pay careful attention when typing the SAM web address on your browser). In order to register with SAM, you must have a DUNS number. If you are unsure of your DUNS number, or have questions regarding this, you can call 1-800-333-0505 for assistance. Offerors must complete their registration in SAM to be eligible to submit a quote under this contract.

30. Unresponsive Quote

Failure to provide all information requested within this solicitation and to complete SAM registration may be grounds for considering the quote unresponsive.

J. Edward Roush Lake

Scope of Work – Supplement: Required Fall Protection System Photos ** All photos included herein are Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and cannot be copied or forwarded without prior Government permission**

Base Contract – Control Tower Penthouses

#2 Penthouse #1

Penthouse Spare Penthouse

Photo 1 - Overall view of penthouses

#2 Penthouse

#1 Penthouse

Spare Penthouse

Photo 2 - Overall view of penthouses

Photo 3 – Overall view of Closed Hatch/Ladder System in Penthouse #1 & #2

Photo 4 – Overall view of ceiling above Hatch/Ladder System in Penthouse #1 & #2

Photo 5 – Overall view of open Hatch/Ladder System in Penthouse

#1 & #2

Photo 6 – Overall view of open Hatch/Ladder System

Photo 7 – Overall view of Closed Hatch/Ladder System in Spare Penthouse

Photo 8 – Plan View of Penthouse Layout

Photo 9 – Plan View of Penthouse #1 & #2 Layout

Base Contract – Control Tower Trunnion Arm Platform

Photo 10 - Overall view of trunnion arm platforms (note concrete monolith that gate is connected to)

Photo 11 - Top view of trunnion arm platforms (note concrete monolith that gate is connected to)

Photo 12 – Overall view of trunnion arm platform (note toe board installed at this platform – similar layout will be on other platforms)

Photo 13 – Elevation View of Typical Concrete Gate Monolith

Photo 14 – Plan and Elevation Views of Typical Handrail Details on Gate Concrete Monoliths

Base Contract – Markle Pump Plant Collection Box

Photo 15 - Overall view of opening

Base Contract – Markle Pump Plant Collection Box

Photo 16 – Close up view of opening

Option 1 – Control Tower Roof

Photo 17 – Overall View of Control Tower Building (Looking Southwest)

Photo 18 – Overall view of North Face of Control Tower Penthouse

Photo 19 – Overall view of South Face of Control Tower Penthouse

Photo 20 – Plan View of Control Tower Building

Photo 21 – Elevation View of Control Tower Building

Photo 22 – Overall View of ladder and hatch from below (note existing LCS system installed on ladder)

Photo 23 – Overall view of hatch from above (note equipment near hatch)

Option 2 – Control Tower Upper Attic Area

Photo 24 – Overall View of escape ladder (5th floor)

Photo 25 – Overall view of escape ladder system

Option 3 – Control Tower Emergency Escape Ladders

Photo 26 – Typical View of ladder at the top of escape ladder system

Photo 27 – Elevation View of 6th Floor (note escape ladder system on each end of the floor)

Option 3 – Control Tower Emergency Escape

Photo 28 – Elevation view of typical escape ladder layout

Option 3 – Control Tower Emergency Escape

Option 4 – Markle Back Platform Manhole & Hatch

Photo 29 – Overall View back platform (note manhole and hatches)

Photo 30 – Overall View back platform (note hatches and valves next to hatches)

Photo 31 – Overall View of open hatch (typically 2-3 hatches open at a time during maintenance work)

Photo 32 – Close up View of open hatch (typically 2-3 hatches open at a time during maintenance work)

Photo 33 – Plan View of back platform (note location of hatches & manhole)

Option 5 – Markle Outlet Gate Structure

Photo 34 – Overall view of catwalk and outlet gate structure

Photo 35 – Overall view of platform (note that hatches are open for maintenance work – fall protection needed) 26

Photo 36 – View of connection between catwalk and gate structure

Photo 37 – Plan View of portion of catwalk & outlet gate structure (note hatches are opened for maintenance work)

Option 6 – Markle Inlet Gate Structure

Photo 38 – Overall view of catwalk and inlet gate structure

Option 6 – Markle Inlet Gate Structure

Photo 39 – Overall view of platform (note that hatches are open for maintenance work – fall protection needed) 30

Fall Protection

Standard Operating Procedures

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District

1 February 2017

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DEPARTMENT OF ARMY

Louisville District, Corps of Engineers

P.O. Box 59 CELRL- SO Louisville, Kentucky 40201-0059

1 February 2017

Safety

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES

FOR LOUISVILLE DISTRICT

FALL PROTECTION OPERATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Subject Page TOC Table of Contents i

1 Purpose 1

2 Applicability 1

3 Fall Protection Threshold 1

4 References 2

5 Fall Protection Policy 2

6 Responsibilities 2

7 Qualified Person Designation 5

8 Competent Person Designation 5

9 Fall Protection Binder 6

10 Fall Protection Training 7

11 Fall Hazard Survey 10

12 Fall Hazard Prevention and Controls 11

13 Fall Protection Systems, Criteria and Design Requirements 13

14 Fall Protection Guidelines for Specific Work Applications 14

15 Guidelines for Fall Rescue Procedures 19

16 Inspection, Maintenance, Storage and Care Procedures 22

17 Tie-Off Considerations and Selection of Safe Anchorages 25

18 Responsibility for Design, Inspection, Certification of Anchorages 27

19 Other Protective Measures 28

20 Forms 29

Appendix A Fall Protection Program (Example) A

Appendix B Fall Protection Binder (Example) B

Appendix C Competent or Qualified Person Designation C

Appendix D Competent or Qualified Person Checklist D

Appendix E Training Roster E

Appendix F Fall Hazards Site Survey F

Appendix G Fall Hazards Site Survey (Example) G

Appendix H Site Specific Rescue Plan H

Appendix I Fall Protection and Prevention Plan I

Appendix J Fall Protection Program Compliance Audit Checklist J

Appendix K Equipment Inspection Checklist K

Appendix L Fall Arrest System and Equipment Checklist L

Appendix M Equipment Maintenance Guide M

Appendix N Fall Protection Comparisons N

Appendix O Fall Distance Calculation O ii

Section 1 Purpose This standard operating procedure (SOP) provides supplemental safe operating instructions for contractors and Louisville District (LRL) Federal Employees working at heights, exposed to fall hazards and/or using fall protection equipment.