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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF JULY 31, 2019 FBO #6459
SOLICITATION NOTICE

56 -- Relocating Various Building Sprinkler Systems Pacific District - Oakland Memorial Service Network

Notice Date

7/29/2019
 

Notice Type

Synopsis
 

NAICS

238220 — Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
 

Contracting Office

Department of Veterans Affairs;National Cemetery Administration;Contracting Services;18434 Joplin Road;Triangle VA 22172
 

ZIP Code

22172
 

Solicitation Number

36C78619B0022
 

Response Due

8/30/2019
 

Archive Date

9/29/2019
 

Point of Contact

valerie.wallace1@va.gov
 

Small Business Set-Aside

Total Small Business
 

Description

Project Title: Relocate Various Building Sprinkler Systems, Rostrum Remodel All work shall be performed in accordance the Description/Specifications/Statement of Work, contained in this contract. This work will be performed by GSA Public Building Services at the Federal building, Oakland, CA. SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Contract Line Item Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price 0001 Various Building Sprinkler Systems 1 Job $________ $________ TOTAL PRICE $________ SCOPE OF WORK GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK: The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and supplies necessary to perform the work to remodel the Rostrum and add sidewalk to existing sitting area. The work will be performed at Fort Bayard National Cemetery, 200 Cam De Paz, Fort Bayard, NM. 88036. Provide necessary demolition to fire sprinkler, ceiling tiles, fire alarm and sensors. Provide dust barriers. Check everyday before beginning work. Install new/relocate fire sprinkler heads as required. Relocate sensors. Relocate fire alarm sensor and box. Relocate existing supply and return ducts as erequired. All work to be done with current applicable codes GENERAL REQUIREMENTS All work will be coordinated with the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) and/or the Cemetery Director. Work will be conducted in such a manner to minimize the impact on the Cemetery operations. All work will be accomplished during normal business hours (8:00 am to 4:30 pm) Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays, at a time determined by the COR. Only the Contracting Officer (CO) has the authority to make changes to the contract that affects price and/or time. COR: XXXXXX XXXXXX TEL: (XXX) XXX-XXXX GENERAL REQUIREMENT Before beginning any demolition work, the Contractor shall survey the site and examine the drawings and review the scope of work to determine the extent of the work. The Contractor shall take the necessary precautions to avoid damages to existing items to remain in place, to be reused or to remain the property of the Cemetery. Any damaged items shall be repaired or replaced at the Contractors expense as directed by the COR Submittals: Prior to installation, the contractor shall submit to the COR and Project Manager for approval the manufacturer s literature and specifications for ALL materials being installed. The Contractor shall layout the work from established base lines and bench marks and shall be responsible for all measurements in connection with the layout. The Contractor shall furnish, at the Contractor s expense, all stakes, templates, platforms, equipment tools, materials and labor required to lay out any part of the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for executing the work to the lines and grades that may be established or indicated by the COR. The Contractor shall also be responsible for maintaining and preserving all stakes and other marks established or indicated by COR until authorized to remove them. If such marks are destroyed by the Contractor s negligence before their removal is authorized, the COR may replace them and deduct the expense of the replacement from any amounts due to the Contractor. 4. Establish construction limits, install safety controls, and install construction fencing as approved by the COR. 5. SITE SURVEY: Locate and stake/flag all underground utilities, irrigation system piping, sprinkler heads and other components. Coordinate any shutdowns and operation of the existing irrigation system with the COR. 6. SITE CLEARING: Remove Grass and other vegetation or obstructions as required to permit grading of the site within the project limits. Dispose of all organic material on the cemetery property at the direction of the COR. Haul away and dump trash, debris and waste to an approved disposal site. 7. EROSION CONTROL AND SITE DRAINAGE: Contractor shall provide erosion control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of soils and discharge of soil bearing water runoff or airborne dust. 8. SITE GRADING AND FINISHING: Perform grading within the limits of the project to the lines, grades, and elevations indicated and as specified 9. Thoroughly clean up the work area at the end of each day s work and at completion of the project. Leave premises clean and free of waste, scrap, used equipment or other material intentionally or incidentally delivered to the site by Contractor or Contractor s personnel. 10. The Contractor shall protect from damage all existing improvements, equipment, structures, facilities, grounds and utilities at or near the work site or adjacent property. The Contractor shall repair any damage to those facilities, including those that are the property of a third party, resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in performing the work. If the Contractor fails or refuse to repair the damage promptly. 11. Upon completion of contact, deliver work complete and undamaged. Existing materials, equipment, structures, facilities, grounds and disturbed or removed because of performing required new work, shall be patched, repaired, reinstalled, or replaced with new work, and refinished and left in good condition as existed before commencing work. 12. At Contractor s own expense, Contractor shall immediately restore to service and repair any damage caused by Contractor s workmen to exist ring piping and consults, wires, cables, etc., of utility services or of fire protection systems, communication systems (including telephone) which are not scheduled for discontinuance or abandonment. Remove, cut, alter, replace, patch and repair existing work as necessary to install new work. Existing work to be altered or extended and that is found to be defective in any way, shall be reported to the COR before it is disturbed. Materials and workmanship used in restoring work shall conform in type and quality to that of original existing construction, except as otherwise shown or specified. Thoroughly clean up the work area at the end of each day s work and at the completion of the project. Leave premises clean and free of waste, scraps, used equipment or other material intentionally or accidentally delivered to the site by the Contractor or Contractor s personnel. The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs and grass) on or adjacent to the work site not to be removed and do not reasonably interfere with the work required under this contract. The Contractor shall only remove trees when specifically authorized to do so and shall avoid damaging vegetation that will remain in place. If any limbs or branches of trees are broken during contract performance, or by careless operation of equipment, or by workmen, the Contractor shall trim those limbs or branches with a clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound as directed by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall protect from damage all existing improvements and utilities at or near the work site and on adjacent property of a third party, the locations of which are made known to or should be made known by the Contractor. The Contractor shall repair any damage to those facilities, including those that are the property of a third party, resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in the performing the work. If the Contractor fails or refuses to repair the damage promptly, the Contracting Officer may have the necessary work performed and charge the cost to the Contractor. All utilities required for the continuous operation of all existing facilities shall always be maintained in service except when disruptions are needed. The contractor shall inform the Cemetery Director and the Contracting Officer (CO) in writing 2 weeks prior to the need shutdown. When the option exists, implement options to minimize interruption of services to the facilities. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Cemetery Director for parking, material storage, temporary portable restroom facilities and any other needs for the work. Public access to the National Cemetery shall not be impaired. Thoroughly clean up the work area at the end of each day s work and at completion of the project. Leave premises clean and free of waste, scrap, used equipment or other material intentionally or incidentally delivered to the site by Contractor or Contractor s personnel. The Contractor shall protect form damage all existing improvements, equipment, structures, facilities, grounds and utilities at or near the work site or adjacent property. The Contractor shall repair any damage to those facilities, including those that are the property of a third party, resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in performing the work. If the Contractor fails or refuses to repair the damage promptly, the Contracting Officer may have the necessary work performed and charge the cost to the Contractor. Upon completion of contact, deliver work complete and undamaged. Existing materials, equipment, structures, facilities, grounds and disturbed or removed because of performing required new work, shall be patched, repaired, reinstalled, or replaced with new work, and refinished and left in good condition as existed before commencing work. At Contractor s own expense, Contractor shall immediately restore to service and repair any damage caused by Contractor s workmen to existing piping and consults, wires, cables, etc., of utility services or of fire protection systems, communication systems (including telephone) which are not scheduled for discontinuance or abandonment. All work will be coordinated with the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR). Only the Contracting Officer (CO) has the authority to make changes to the contract that affects price and/or time. Work will be conducted in such a manner to minimize the impact on the Cemetery operations. Coordination of Construction with the Cemetery Director: The burial activities at a National Cemetery shall take precedence over construction activities. The Contractor must cooperate and coordinate with the Cemetery Director, through the COR, in arranging construction the construction schedule to cause the least possible interference with Cemetery activities in actual burial areas. Construction noise during the committal services shall not disturb the service. Trucks and workmen shall not pass through the service area during this period. The Contractor is required to discontinue his work efficiently in advance of Easter Sunday, Mother s Day, Father s Day, Memorial Day, Veteran s Day and/or Federal Holidays to permit him to clean up all areas of operation adjacent to existing burial plots before these dates. Cleaning up shall include the removal of all equipment, tools, materials and debris and leaving the area in a clean, neat condition. Site work will be accomplished between the hours of 8:00 and 4:30, Monday through Friday, except Federal Holiday s. Work outside of the Cemetery s normal operating hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm shall be permitted on by approval of the COR and to only meet the Period of Performance. 3. STANDARDS OF EMPLOYEE CONDUCT: The National Cemetery Administration honors veterans with a final resting place and lasting memorials that commemorate their service to our Nation. National Cemeteries are national shrines. The standards of work appearance and procedures performed by the Contractor at this cemetery shall reflect this nation concern for those interred there. Due to the sensitive mission of the cemetery and exhibit absolute decorum, composure, and stability all times. Contractor personnel shall be required to adhere to the following standards of dress and conduct, as briefly mentioned here while performing work in the National Cemetery. These standards are enforceable under Title 38, USC, Part 1, Chapter 9, and Section 5901. Clothing shall be presentable and suitable to the work while maintaining proper appearance and decorum indicative for a National Shrine. Uniform shirts and hats are preferred. Clothing shall be clean and cleanliness and personal hygiene are imperative. T-shirts and/or tank tops as outer garments are prohibited. Protective/Safety clothing and shoes shall meet or exceed OSHA and state requirements. Behavior and language must be appropriate, reverent and respectful at all times. Eating and drinking (except water) is prohibited in the work areas and within the sight of a committal shelter during a service. Use of intoxicating beverages, any tobacco products, and illegal drugs on the Cemetery is strictly prohibited. Contractor personnel shall not lean, sit, or stand on or against headstones or monuments. No tools, equipment s or other items will be placed on or leaned on headstones or monuments. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory standards of personnel conduct and work performance and shall administer disciplinary action as required. The Contractor is expected to remove any employee(s) from the Cemetery for cause, to include, but not limited to, safety violations, other misconduct in performance of duty under these specifications and/or contrary to the best interest of the Government. If the Contractor fails to act in this regard, or the reason for removal is immediately required to protect the interests of the Government, the COR may direct the removal of an employee from the premises. Contractor objections to any such action will be referred to the Contracting Officer (CO) for final resolution; however, the Contractor will first immediately comply with COR direction pending any CO final resolution at a later date or time. The Contractor will not be due any type of compensation for their costs incurred as a result of an employee being removed for cause; unless the removal is directed by the COR and in later found to be invalid or and/or unreasonable by the Contracting Officer. All work shall be performed in accordance with National, State, and Local Codes including the International Building Code (IBC), the International Mechanical Code (IMC), the International Plumbing Code (IPC), and the National Electrical Code (NEC). All work shall be performed in accordance with the drawings and specifications. It shall be the Contractor s responsibility to comply with all the applicable codes. The Contractor shall apply and obtain all applicable permits to comply with local, State and Federal regulations. 4. CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL The Contractor shall guarantee that all work done under this contract shall be free from defaults and no faulty materials or workmanship with one (1) year warranty or extended manufacturer s warranty. The Contractor hereby agrees to repair or replace deficiencies within the specified time frame by the direction of the Contracting Officer (CO) at the Contractor s expense. And shall be corrected to the satisfaction of the Government. The Contractor shall provide a Job Site Superintendent who speaks and write fluent English on site, and at all times when Contractor personnel are on the premises. The Job Superintendent will: Review and Approve submittals Inspect the quality of work performed Certify the completed work for payment and other purposes Completion Time: Sixty (60) calendar days from date of issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP). (End of Work Statement) NOTE: THIS NOTICE WAS NOT POSTED TO FEDBIZOPPS ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (29-JUL-2019); HOWEVER, IT DID APPEAR IN THE FEDBIZOPPS FTP FEED ON THIS DATE. PLEASE CONTACT 877-472-3779 or fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
 

Web Link

Link To Document
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/VA/VANCA/VANCA/36C78619B0022/listing.html)
 

Place of Performance

Address: Fort Bayard National Cemetery;200 Cam De Paz;Fort Bayard, NM

Zip Code: 88036

Country: USA
 

Record

SN05384307-F 20190731/190729230018 (fbodaily.com)
 

Source

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