MODIFICATION
41 -- 180- Ton Chiller with Heat Recover and Installation
- Notice Date
- 9/2/2003
- Notice Type
- Modification
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, Air Education and Training Command, Tyndall AFB Contracting Squadron, 501 Illinois Ave, Ste 5 Bldg 647, Tyndall AFB, FL, 32403-5526
- ZIP Code
- 32403-5526
- Solicitation Number
- Reference-Number-FQCECC32330900
- Response Due
- 9/4/2003
- Archive Date
- 9/19/2003
- Point of Contact
- Sue Ann Watford, Contracting Specialist, Phone 850-283-8652, Fax 850-283-1033, - Dixie Bankston, Contracting Officer, Phone 850-283-2088, Fax 850-283-1033,
- E-Mail Address
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sueann.watford@tyndall.af.mil, dixie.bankstn@tyndall.af.mil
- Description
- TRANE Chiller and Siemans Controls PART I - GENERAL:1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:A. The project consists of furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment required to: 1.) replace one 180-ton chiller with heat recovery unit; 2.) install new sound deadening curtain around chiller; 3.) replace.one 19,940 cfm air handling unit (AHU-5) with variable frequency fan;4.) replace isolation dampers serving AHU-5;5.) install new variable frequency drive (VFD); 6.) install additional direct digital controls for new AHU and VFD 7.) replace two 7.5-ton heat pump units;8.) replace one air compressor with duplex control panel and automatic switching between compressors; 9.) replace 422 gpm chilled water pumps (CHWP-1 and CHWP-2)10.) replace switchover valve between CHWP-1 and CHWP-2. B. This description of work is for the purpose of general information and is not intended to include and describe every feature or item of work. C. Any changes or substitutions to these specifications shall be made at the direction of the Contracting Officer only. The Government will not incur any financial liability for any work that is performed without prior authorization of the Contracting Officer. 1.2 LOCATION: The work to be accomplished under this project scope is located at Building 485 on Tyndall Air Force Base, Bay County, Florida. The base is located ten miles southeast of Panama City on US Highway 98. 1.3 HOURS: The normal hours of work, Monday through Friday, are between 7:00 am (0700 hrs) and 3:30 pm (1530 hrs), except on Federal Holidays. The contractor may elect, at his option, to work hours other than normal duty hours, if requested in writing at least five days in advance, and if approved by the Contracting Officer. However, if inspectors are required to perform in excess of their normal duty hours/days solely for the benefit of the contractor, the actual cost of inspection at overtime rates will be charged to the contractor and will be deducted from the final payment of the contract amount. 1.4 WORK SCHEDULE: Special phasing is not a requirement of this project. The primary facility HVAC systems shall remain operational during the performance of this project. 1.5 REFERENCE STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS: The standards and publications listed in each section of these specifications form part of these specifications to the extent referenced. The contractor shall conform with the provision requirements of the dated issue of the listed standard or publication. 1.6 SUBMITTALS: 1.6.1 SUBMITTALS REQUIRED: Necessary shop drawings, samples, manufacturers data, date certifications and test reports shall be submitted by the contractor and approved by Contracting Officer. Required submittals are itemized on AF Form 66 and are to be submitted on AF Form 3000. Any proposed deviation to this specifications documents will require submittal to the Contracting Officer for approval. 1.6.2 As-Built Drawings: Shall be held on site and made available for the Contracting Officer’s inspection and approval at all times. The Contractor shall update the drawings weekly to reflect work accomplished during the prior week. A completed set of as-built drawings shall be submitted for approval at the conclusion of the project. 1.6.3 FINISHES Not Used 1.7 REFERENCES Not Used PART II - PRODUCTS: 2.1 ASBESTOS - CONTAINING MATERIALS: All building materials used on this project shall contain no asbestos. Upon the request of the Contracting Officer, the contractor shall provide the material safety data sheet (MSDS) to ensure that a product does not contain asbestos. MSDSs shall be maintained on-site for all materials being used. 2.2 LEAD - CONTAINING MATERIALS: All building materials used in the performance of this contract shall contain no lead, except paint which shall contain less than .06 percent by volume. 2.3 PLUMBING FIXTURES Not Used 2.4 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES: The Contractor shall provide “Material Safety Data Sheets” to the Contracting Officer prior to bringing potentially hazardous materials (chemicals, paints, caulking, sealants, etc.) on base. PART III - EXECUTION 3.1 CLEARANCE: The contractor shall obtain AF Form 103, Base Civil Engineering Work Clearance Request, prior to work commencement, from the Contracts Element, Bldg. 421, office symbol 325 CES/CECC, telephone number: 283-4547. Prior to performing any demolition work, the contractor shall obtain location of existing utility lines through the Work Clearance Request process. The contractor shall request referenced locations and permit at least ten days prior to scheduled beginning of work. The contractor shall exercise due care and take reasonable steps to avoid injury or to otherwise interfere with lines where positions have been provided. If sufficient information is not available, the contractor shall explore prudent techniques, such as hand-dug test holes, to ascertain the precise location of such facilities. 3.2 UTILITY OUTAGES: 3.2.1 In the event utility outages are required, they shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer a minimum of seven work days prior to the proposed outage. 3.2.2 Outages will be scheduled in all cases at the convenience of the government and work performance may be required during periods of time other than normal duty working hours. 3.3 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: A. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to initiate and maintain such programs in accordance with 29 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) 1960.1 (f) of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). These programs shall include the education and training of employees and subcontractors' personnel in the recognition, avoidance, and prevention of unsafe conditions. B. Construction work shall comply with the provisions of the Army Corps of Engineers Safety Manual, EM 385-1-1, latest edition. C. All known asbestos and lead containing materials shall be identified by 325 Civil Engineer Squadron, Environmental Flight prior to start of work. If the contractor suspects any materials not previously identified of containing asbestos, lead or other hazardous materials, he will stop work immediately and notify the Contracting Officer. 1. The Contractor shall allow any abatement work to be inspected if required by local, state and Federal Authorities having jurisdiction over such work. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative and shall maintain written evidence of such inspection for Government review. 2. The Contractor shall incur the cost of all fines resulting from regulatory non-compliance as issued by state, Federal and local agencies. The Contractor shall incur the cost of all work requirements mandated as a result of regulatory non-compliance or negligence. D. Fall protection is required where the potential of a fall from a height in excess of 6 feet above ground grade exists in accordance with the United States Army Corps of Engineers Safety Manual, EM 385-1-1, . E. Not Used F. Ladder and Scaffolds: 1. Defective or improvised ladders will not be used. 2. Ladders used will be of sufficient length to permit workers to reach their work when standing no higher than the third rung from the top of a straight ladder. 3. No more than one person shall be on a ladder at a time. 4. Ladders shall be equipped with rubber safety feet to prevent slipping and shall be secured at the top support. 5. Where ladders are set up in front of doorways, the doors shall be locked or a person shall be stationed at the foot of the ladder to direct pedestrian traffic. 6. All platform scaffolds will be inspected by the supervisor before use. 7. Use caution when working near power lines. Workers shall not work closer than 10’ from electric lines. 8. Ensure that the manufacturer’s rules and warnings for use, assembly and disassembly are displayed and adhered to during scaffolding use. 9. Do not use ladders or makeshift devices on top of scaffolding to increase platform height. If Asbestos containing material is identified, the contractor shall be required to remove asbestos material in accordance with EPA, OSHA and Florida Department of Environmental Protection guidelines and comply with 29 CFR 1926.1101, 40 CFR 763 and Florida Administrative Code (FAC) 62-257. The contractor shall verify the presence of asbestos material, if an asbestos survey is not available from the government, and coordinate testing with 325 CES/CEV 3.4 DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS: All waste materials generated by any work under this contract shall be handled, transported, stored and disposed of off-base by the contractor at the end of each workday. Such materials shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, court orders, and other types of rules or rulings having the effect of the law, including FAC 62-701. 3.5 FIRE PROTECTION: 3.5.1 The contractor shall adhere to NFPA 241 during construction and demolition operations and adhere to all base fire regulations as set forth by the local base authority. All fire extinguishing equipment required shall be furnished and maintained by the contractor and shall be approved by the government construction inspector prior to the commencement of work. Upon completion of work, the contractor shall remove extinguishing equipment provided. Operations involving welding soldering, or brazing, herein defined as “hot-work” shall not be started by the Contractor until an AF Form 592 has been completed and signed by the Fire Inspector for each work area. Contractor shall give the Fire Inspection Section (283-2909) one work day’s notice prior to any hot-work. 3.5.2 Flammables shall be stored in approved fireproof trailers or portable buildings at approved locations. Take precautionary measures to prevent fire hazards and spontaneous combustion. 3.6 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES: 3.6.1 General: The contractor shall limit his use of the premises to the work indicated. 3.6.2 Use of the Site: Confine operations at the site and rights-of-way to the areas permitted under the contract. Portions of the site beyond areas on which work is indicated are not to be disturbed. Conform to site rules and regulations affecting the work while engaged in project construction. 3.6.3 JOB SITE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE: The Contractor shall maintain all areas of the job site, including their office and staging areas, in a neat and orderly manner. Any demolished material which will not be reused will be removed from the base by the Contractor at the end of each work day. 3.7 LAYOUT OF WORK: Dimensions and elevations indicated on the as-bilt drawings shall be field verified by the contractor. Any observed discrepancy between drawings and specifications and existing conditions shall be referred to the Contracting Officer before affected work is performed. 3.8 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION: 3.8.1 SCOPE: 3.8.1.1 The work covered by this section consists of furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment and performing all work required for the prevention of environmental pollution during and as the result of construction operations under this contract except for those measures set forth in other Technical Provisions of these specifications. 3.8.1.2 For the purpose of this specification, environmental pollution is defined as the presence of chemical, physical, or biological elements or agents which adversely affect human health or welfare; unfavorably alter ecological balances of importance to human life; affect other species of importance to man; or degrade the utility of the environment for aesthetic and recreational purposes. 3.8.1.3 The control of environmental pollution requires consideration of air, water and land, and involves noise, solid waste-management, and management of radiant energy and radioactive materials, as well as other pollutants. 3.8.2 In order to prevent and provide abatement and control of any environmental pollution arising from the construction activities of the Contractor and his subcontractors in the performance of this contract, they shall comply with all applicable federal, state, military, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental pollution control and abatement in effect on the date of solicitation, as well as the specific requirements stated elsewhere in the contract specifications, with particular attention directed to the rules and regulations of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. 3.8.3 No open burning of waste materials or debris shall be permitted. 3.8.4 Persons servicing or replacing air conditioning and refrigeration equipment must certify that they have acquired proper EPA and state certification for recycling or recovery equipment and that they are in full compliance with all applicable laws. 3.8.5 No ozone depleting compounds shall be vented to the atmosphere at any time in this project construction. 3.8.6 SPILL REPORTING AND RESPONSE: 3.8.6.1 In the event of a discharge of fuel, oil or other pollutants, the Contractor shall immediately notify the CE Service Call Desk at 283-4949/4948, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Upon discovery of pollution resulting from his operations, the Contractor shall initiate containment and cleanup actions to the satisfaction of the Government. 3.8.6.2 If the Contractor fails or refuses to take necessary action promptly, the Contracting Officer may have the necessary work performed by the Government and charge the cost to the Contractor. If the Contractor’s failure to promptly report a spill creates any liability for the Government, the Government will seek indemnification for any fines, administrative costs, costs or cleanup or other costs incurred. 3.8.7 HAZARDOUS WASTE: 3.8.7.1 The contractor shall comply with all provisions of 40 CFR 260 through 281 regarding the generation, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. The contractor shall submit a hazardous waste management plan to the COR for approval by 325 CES/CEV. The contractor shall not commence any work until this approval is obtained. The contractor shall stop all work in the event 325 CES/CEV identifies noncompliance with federal and state regulations and shall correct any discrepancies immediately within 2 hours of notification by 325 CES/CEV. 3.8.7.2 All hazardous waste such as sandblast media, chlorinated solvents, paint, paint thinners, cleaners, and fuels shall be labeled and an inventory management system will be initiated to insure timely removal and proper disposal. No on-base disposal will be allowed. 3.8.7.3 All drums will be labeled with a hazardous waste label. The label shall include the proper DOT shipping name, UN or NA, EPA waste number, generator information, and accumulation start date. The label shall be placed on the side of the drum. 3.8.7.4 All drums used to store hazardous waste shall be nonleaking and safe to handle. Contractor shall be responsible for overpacking drums that are rusted, dented, or leaking. Drums and/or overpacks shall be provided by the contractor. All drums shall be “new” DOT approved containers. 3.8.7.5 The 90-day storage location for the hazardous waste drums shall be approved by the 325 CES/CEV prior to the generation of hazardous waste. The contractor shall document inspection of drums for leaks on a daily basis or if not working in the area daily, then a weekly inspection will suffice. A copy of the inspection checklist shall be forwarded to 325 CES/CEV every Friday. 3.8.7.6 Hazardous waste transportation and disposal shall be coordinated through 325 CES/CEV. The contractor shall be responsible for transportation and disposal of all hazardous waste at an EPA approved treatment, storage, disposal facility (TSDF). The transportation and disposal facilities shall be approved by 325 CES/CEV prior to their use. Manifests shall be signed only by 325 CES/CEV. Drums shall be disposed of within 90 days of placing the first drop in the container. 3.8.8 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: 3.8.8.1 The contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent spills of hazardous materials. In the event of a spill, immediately notify the Contracting Officer. The contractor is responsible for cleanup of spills and the cleanup costs. 3.8.8.2 All containers of hazardous materials shall be kept tightly closed except during removal of materials from containers. Do not store hazardous materials in diked areas or in other areas subject to the accumulation of rainwater. 3.9 COORDINATION: Contractor shall schedule the start date at least 5 working days in advance in order to allow the occupant to adjust daily operations. The Contractor shall coordinate and cooperate with the using personnel in scheduling operations to minimize conflict and mission impact. There shall be times when the Contractor will be required to stop work on facilities for base/military exercises or special events. These will be coordinated as far in advance as possible, but can occur with little or no notice. 3.10 MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC: Not Used 3.11 ADJUSTMENTS OF UTILITY CASTINGS, COVERS AND BOXES Not Used
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Tyndall AFB FL
- Zip Code: 32403
- Country: USA
- Zip Code: 32403
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