Structural Design Tenders
Structural Design Tenders
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF USA Tender
United States
Details: Description / Specifications / Work Statement
contractor Shall Provide All Labor, Materials And Transportation Necessary To Furnish And Install Concrete Vaults At The Salisbury National Cemetery, 501 Statesville Boulevard, Salisbury, Nc 28144, In Accordance With The Requirements Of Commercial Item Description (cid), No. A-a-30194, Dated July 26, 1993 (attachment A).
general Requirements
contractor Shall Deliver And Install (on As Needed / As Requested Basis) Approximately 94 Concrete Graveliners Annually At A Site To Be Determined By The Cor. Contractor Shall Keep Pace With The Graveliner Requirements Of The Salisbury National Cemetery In The Placement Of Graveliners And To Remain In Close Proximity To Excavation Crews As Directed And Customarily Required By Va National Cemetery Policy And Remain On Station Until Grave Covers Are In Place. Normally Grounds Crews Shall Be Used Daily For Excavation Which Shall Result In Several Different Areas Of The Cemetery Being Used. Salisbury National Cemetery Use Grave Sites Measuring Six (6) Feet X Ten (10) Feet, Three (3) Feet X Ten (10) Feet And Three (3) Feet X Eight (8) Feet In All New Burial Sections. This Shall Require Exact Preciseness In Placement Of Graveliners. Grave Depths Shall Be Generally Five (5) Or Seven (7) Feet Deep But May Exceed Seven Feet. It Will Also Be Saratoga National Cemetery's Policy To Install Empty Graveliners For Future Burial Requirements.
placement Of Orders: Orders For Concrete Graveliners At Salisbury National Cemetery Will Be Placed By The Contracting Officer.
inside Dimensions:
small Graveliner 58 Inches By 20 Inches By 18 Inches - (58" X 20" X 18")
medium Graveliner 86 Inches By 30 Inches By 24 Inches - (86" X 30" X 24")
oversize Liner 90 Inches By 32 Inches By 26 Inches - (90" X 32" X 26")
extra Large Graveliner 92 Inches By 36 Inches By 28 Inches - (92" X 36" X 28")
inscriptions: Date Of Manufacture Shall Be Inscribed On Both Box & Lid And Shall Be Visible From The End Of The Box And Lid.
metric & Imperial Unit Products: Products Manufactured To Metric Unit Dimensions (centimeters / Kilograms / Metric Ton) Shall Be Considered On An Equal Basis With Those Manufactured To Imperial Unit Dimensions (inch / Pound) Units, Providing They Fall Within The Tolerances Specified Using Conversion Tables Contained In The Latest Revision Of Federal Standard No. 376, And All Other Requirements Of This Document Shall Be Met.
(note: If A Product Shall Be Manufactured To Metric Dimensions And Those Dimensions Exceed The Tolerances Specified In The Inch-pound Units, A Request Shall Be Made To The Va Contracting Officer, In Conjunction With The Cor, Who Will Accept Or Reject The Product).
packaging & Marking: Graveliners Shall Be Palleted Or Otherwise Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With Attachment - A (commercial Item Description (cid) No. A-a-30194). Graveliners And Lids Shall Be Marked In Accordance With The Cid.
agents / Branches: If The Bidder Maintains Agents And/or Branches, The Department Of Veterans Affairs Shall Be Provided With A List Containing Any Information Necessary Indicating How And With Whom Orders Shall Be Placed.
delivery & Installation
cemetery Access: Deliveries Will Be Permitted Through Entry From Duell Road, "employees Only" Entrance. Delivery Dates, Times And Delivery Storage Locations Will Be Coordinated With The Cemetery Director Or His/her Designee. The Main Cemetery Entrance Shall Not Be Used For Delivery Access.
the Contractor Shall Be At The Cemetery And Graveliners Shall Be Installed Within The Gravesite Not Less Than Thirty (30) Minutes Prior To Scheduled Interment. The Unit Shall Be Secured (lid Placement Made) Not Later Than 30 Minutes After The Lowering Of The Casket In The Gravesite.
the Contractor Shall Receive Telephone Notice Of Changes In Delivery As The Cemetery Becomes Aware Of Changes. The Cemetery Director Or Designee, Depending Upon Interment Rate As Determined Necessary Will Adjust Estimated Quantities.
scheduling
the Contractor Shall Work All Burials Scheduled During Normal Hours Of Operation And Federal Holidays. Normal Hours Of Interment Operations For Purposes Of Installation Of Graveliners Shall Be Monday Thru Friday - 8:00 Am Through 4:30 Pm. The Following Day's Schedule Is Available At The Administration Building At 4:00 Pm Each Day. Any Changes To The Delivery / Installation Schedule Shall Be Communicated To The Contractor As Soon As The Cemetery Has Been Made Aware Of Such Changes.
federal Holidays: The Contractor Shall Work Burials Scheduled During Holidays And/or Weekends Within The Saratoga National Cemetery. The Ten Holidays Observed By The Federal Government Are As Follows: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King's Birthday, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th Of July, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Or Any Other Day Specifically Declared By The President Of The United States To Be A National Holiday.
all Work Shall Be Performed Between The Hours Of 8:00 A.m. And 4:30 P.m. Local Time, Monday Through Friday, Excluding Federal Holidays. Work Performed During Non-duty Hours, Weekends And Holidays, Will Be At The Discretion Of The Cor.
the Contractor Shall Phase All Work In Such A Manner As Not To Impact On Or Interfere With Cemetery Operations. The Contractor Shall Not Operate Equipment, Machinery, Or Otherwise Perform Contract Work Within 250 Feet Of Any Ongoing Interment Service. The Cor, At His Discretion, Will Direct And Arrange The Contractor's Performance In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Ensure Smooth Cemetery Operations.
installation
salisbury National Cemetery Will Not Provide Any Equipment, Personnel Or Assistance To The Contractor For The Installation Of Graveliners. All Work Normally Associated With The Placement Of The Graveliners Shall Be The Contractor's Responsibility. Sufficient Manpower And Equipment Shall Be Provided By The Contractor For The Safe, Acceptable And Timely Installation Of The Units.
contractor's Equipment And Operating Procedures Shall Meet All Osha And Dot Requirements. Equipment Used In Performance Of This Contract Is Subject To Inspection By The Cemetery Director Or Designee.
salisbury National Cemetery Will Not Provide Employees To Assist With The Installation. The Contractor Shall Have A Minimum Of Two (2) Employees On-site At The Cemetery To Support Burials Where Graveliners Shall Be Installed. The Installation Of The Graveliners Requires A Sufficient Crew To Lower The Graveliner Into The Grave As Not To Cause A Cave-in. If A Cave-in Occurs, The Contractor Shall Make Repairs And Correct Deficiencies.
when Lowering The Graveliner, The Contractor Shall Keep The Liner Level At All Times, Preventing It From Going Side To Side As Well. Casket Rests Shall Allow For Easy Removal Of Two (2) Or Three (3) Lowering Straps. Whenever Feasible, A Lowering Device Shall Be Used And Is The Preferred Method.
contractor Shall Assure That Graveliners Shall Be Properly Guided Into The Grave. Graveliners Shall Be Visually Spotted And Placed In Accordance With Grave Site Alignment Criteria. The Cemetery Reserves The Right To Determine What Constitutes An Acceptably Placed Unit In Accordance With Placement Requirements.
removal, Replacement Or Corrective Work Resulting From Negligence By The Contractor Shall Be Corrected At No Additional Cost And Shall Not Interfere With The Normal Performance Of The Contract. Corrective Work Shall Not Result In Delays For Scheduled Interments Or Result In National Cemetery Employees Having To Work Beyond The Normal Working Hours Of 8:00 A.m. To 4:30 P.m.
the Contractor Will Be Notified Of Requirements For Units To Be Delivered To The National Cemetery The Day Prior To Graveliners Being Required At The Cemetery. The Following Day's Scheduling Shall Be Available At The Administration Building At 4:00 Pm Each Day.
reopened / Occupied Gravesites - Empty Graveliners Not Installed: For Those Gravesites Where Empty Graveliners Were Not Installed, The Contractor Shall Transport Graveliners Into Established Burial Sections In A Manner That Shall Not Damage The Access Area Of The Area Surrounding The Gravesite. In Some Instances (with Approval Of The Cemetery Director) The Contractor Shall Use A Specialized Truck Equipped With Modified Flotation Tires. Equipment Used Shall Not Exceed 11,000 Lbs. Gross Weight When Operating In Established Burial Sections. Cemetery Personnel Will Be Available To Provide Assistance In Determining Access Points Into Burial Sections.
reopened / Occupied Gravesites - Empty Graveliners Installed: The Contractor Shall Exercise Care And Attention To Detail In The Removal And Replacement Of Lids/tops Of Empty Graveliners That Were Installed During Previous Interments. The Lids Of Units Shall Be Propped In An Open Position For Use Except When Required To Be Left Over Weekends. Over Weekends The Lids Shall Be Secured (closed). Equipment Used During This Procedure Shall Be Operated In A Manner That Shall Not Cause Undue Damage To The Area Surrounding The Gravesite.
damages Caused By Contractor's Neglect: In The Event Damages Result To The Units And/or Gravesites (cave-in's) Or Surrounding Areas, Including Damage To Third Parties Due To Neglect By The Contractor, Repair And/or Restoration Shall Be Accomplished At No Cost To The Agency. Corrective Work Because Of Damages Shall Not Result In Delays Or Changes For Scheduled Interments, Work Assignments Or Delay Daily Operations.
storage: Up To Twenty-four (24) Standard Units And Ten (10) Oversize Units Will Be Allowed To Be Stored On The Cemetery Grounds. Additional Units Will Be Stored Only With Written Approval Of The Cemetery Director. The Exact Location Of The Storage Area Will Be Determined By The Cemetery Director Or Designee.
rejection: All Damaged Or Rejected Units Shall Be Removed, Without Exception, From The Cemetery Grounds By The End Of Each Work Week (five Workdays). All Rejected Units Shall Be Identified & Marked As Mutually Agreed Upon By The Contractor And Cemetery Director Or Designee.
contractor Responsibilities
appearance: Contractor Personnel Appearance And Conduct Shall Be Professional And Unobtrusive At All Times. Questions From Cemetery Visitors Shall Be Politely Referred Or Directed To Cemetery Personnel.
conduct: Contractor Personnel Shall Not Engage In Loud Or Boisterous Behavior, Use Profane Or Abusive Language Or Use Personal Radios. Due To The Sensitive Mission Of The Cemetery, Contractor Employees Shall Exercise Courtesy And Respect While Within The Cemetery. If Inquiries Are Received From Visitors, They Shall Be Referred To Saratoga National Cemetery Employees In The Field Or The Administrative Office.
dress: Contractor Employees Shall Be Fully Clothed At All Times, To Include An Upper Garment To Cover The Body From The Waist To Neck And Long Pants. At No Time Shall Shorts Allowed. Garments That Have A Message Of Slogan Other Than The Contractor S Business Attire Shall Be Prohibited. Other Clothing In Question Shall Require The Written Approval Of The Cemetery Director Or Designee.
the Contractor Shall Observe Traffic, Parking, Directional Signs And Regulations When Using The Cemetery's Roadways. Vehicles Shall Not Be Driven Off Of The Paved Roadways Onto Non-paved Areas Without First Securing Permission From The Cor.
the Contractor Shall Leave All Work Areas Free Of Debris And In The Same Condition As Before The Work Commenced. The Contractor Shall To Take All Necessary Precautions To Protect Vegetation, As Appropriate, In The Immediate Work Area(s).
work Ethics: The Government Will Not Tolerate A Contractor Influencing A Family, Concerned Person, Or Funeral Service Persons To Use Or Not Use A Government-provided Graveliner.
contract Management
representatives Of The Contracting Officer: The Va Contracting Officer Will Designate One (or More) Representatives To Serve As The Contracting Officer S Representative (cor) To Act For Him/her In Furnishing Technical Guidance And Advice Or Generally Directing The Work To Be Performed Under The Contract. Such Designation Will Be In Writing And Will Define The Scope And Limitations Of The Cor S Authority. A Copy Of The Designation(s) Will Be Furnished To The Contractor At Time Of Award.
the Cor Will Direct And Arrange The Contractor S Work Schedule In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Coordinate With Daily Cemetery Activities And Operations. Duties And Responsibilities Of The Cor Include Day-to-day Monitoring Of The Contract As Follows:
providing Contract Oversight And Technical Guidance To The Contractor.
verification / Certification Of Payments To The Contractor For Services Rendered.
assuring That Any Changes Effecting Work Involved, Price, Terms And/or Conditions Under The Contract Are Not Implemented Before Written Authorization Will Be Issued By The Contracting Officer.
all Administrative Contract Functions Will Be The Responsibility Of The Va Contracting Officer. Any Modifications To The Contract, Including Those Involving No-cost Changes, Increases And Decreases In Cost Or Level Of Services Provided, Termination Or Extension Of The Contract (in Part Or In Whole) And Decisions Concerning Claims Or Disputes, Will Be Authorized In Writing By The Government Contracting Officer.
site Manager: The Contractor Shall Provide A Site Manager Who Shall Be On-site At All Times During Contract Performance. The Site Manager Shall Be Responsible For The Following:
directing, Overseeing And Coordinating The Work Involved.
staying Abreast Of All Upcoming Cemetery Functions Including Special Holiday Events And Interment Activities.
ensuring That Contract Work Does Not Cause Any Committal Service, Ceremony, Procession Or Visitation To Be Delayed, Altered, Or Otherwise Impacted In Such A Way That The Dignity, Security, Or Safety Of The Event Or Visit Is Compromised.
the Site Manager Shall Re-direct Work Throughout The Rest Of The Cemetery So That Productive Use Of Labor And Equipment Is Assured, And Downtime Shall Be Avoided. If The Contractor Fails To Re-direct Employees Away From An Event In A Timely Fashion, The Cor Will Then Do So.
communication & Coordination Of Work With Cor: Communication With The Cor Is Required. Burial Activities At Nca Shall Take Precedence Over Contract Work Activities. Work Activity And Noise Cannot Disturb Burial Services. Trucks And Workmen Are Prohibited From Passing Through The Service Area During This Period.
notwithstanding The Contractor S Responsibility For Total Management During The Performance Of This Contract, The Administration Of The Contract Shall Require Maximum Coordination Between The Government And The Contractor. The Government Will Provide, At The Time Of Contract Award, A List Of Government Personnel Authorized To Act As Cor.
the Contractor Shall Possess And Maintain All Necessary Insurance, Licenses And Permits Required For Contract Performance. Contractor Shall Be Responsible For Any Injury To Himself/herself, His/her Employees, As Well As For Any Damage To Personal Or Public Property That Occurs During The Performance Of This Contract That Is Caused By His/her Employees Fault Or Negligence, And Shall Maintain Personal Liability And Property Damage Insurance Having Coverage For A Limit As Required By The Laws Of The State Of North Carolina.
reporting "on-the-job" Injuries: The Contractor Shall Report All "on-the-job" Injuries Incurred By The Contractor, Its Agents Or Employees, Resulting From Performance Of This Contract. Contractor Shall Notify The Cor (either Orally Or Via Telephone) Within Twenty-four (24) Hours Of The Injury And Provide Details And Exact Location Of The Incident. This Shall Be Followed Up By A Written Notice To The Cor. Any Contractor (including Its Agents And Employees) That Knowingly Files A False Claim Will Be Criminally Prosecuted.
(end Of Statement Of Work/specifications)
attachment A
commercial Item Description
metric
a-a-30194
july 26, 1993
liner, Grave, Concrete
the General Services Administration Has Authorized The Use Of This Commercial Item Description As A Replacement For Va Specification X1708g For Concrete.
this Commercial Item Description Describes Concrete Graveliners Intended For Use In National Cemetery To Prevent The Sinkage Of Soil In Graves.
salient Characteristics. Liner, Grave, Concrete - Shall Be Constructed From Reinforced Concrete Utilizing Portland Cement. Cement Shall Be Of Commercial Quality Using Steel And/or Polypropylene Reinforcement. In Addition The Material(s) Used In The Production Of Concrete Graveliners Shall Be Impervious To Any Destructive Action Of The Natural Elements Possibly Contained In The Cemetery Soil Which Can Range From Extreme Acidic To Extreme Alkaline Conditions.
concrete Graveliners Shall Be Properly Cured For 28 Days Before Delivery And The Concrete Shall Have A Minimum Compression Strength Of 31,027 Kilopascal (kpa) Or 4,500 Pound-force/square Inch (psi).
Style 1 - Box With Separate Lid
Style 2 - Dome With A Base
Style 3 - Dome Without A Base
sizes Internal Dimensions (imperial Unit)
A. Small Liner 58 In By 20 In By 18 In
B. Medium Liner 86 In By 30 In By 24 In
C. Oversize Liner 90 In By 32 In By 26 In
D. Extra Large Liner 92 In By 36 In By 28 In
sizes Internal Dimensions (metric Unit)
A. Small Liner 147 Cm By 51 Cm By 46 Cm
B. Medium Line 218 Cm By 76 Cm By 61 Cm
C. Oversize Liner 229 Cm By 81 Cm By 66 Cm
D. Extra Large Liner 234 Cm By 91 Cm By 71 Cm
internal Dimensions Listed Above Are Nominal For The Standard Sizes And Small Variances Are Permitted In The Use Of Standard Commercial Products Providing Size Permits Use Of Standard Caskets.
unit: Each
workmanship. Graveliners Shall Be Free From Defects Which Detract From Its Appearance Or Impair Its Serviceability.
production Specification. The Following Shall Be Included As Part Of The Bid:
type Of Material Or Materials
material Specifications
methods Of Construction
testing Procedures And Findings
performance. Graveliners Furnished Shall Be Designed For A Maximum Burial Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In) From The Bottom Of The Liner, With Minimum Soil Cover Of 46 Cm (18 In), Be Capable Of Structurally Withstanding Passage Of An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Lbs.) After Burial And Provide For Ease Of Installation. Liners Shall Have A Sufficient Weight Bearing Surface Area To Prevent Sinkage. This Area Shall Vary Depending Upon Soil Conditions, But In All Cases, Shall Be Capable Of Passing The Functional Test Specified In Paragraphs Entitled Functional Tests In Order To Perform This Function In Place After Installation. The Ongoing Static Loads In This Environment Include The Weight Of The Backfill, Changes In The Water Table, And Pressures From The Freeze-thaw Cycle Where Applicable. In Addition, The Graveliner Shall Be Designed To Withstand The Dynamic, Differential And Impact Loads And Stresses Which Are Exerted Upon A Unit During The Interment Process. Such Loads And Stresses Include Compaction Of The (backfill) Soil, Excavation Of Adjoining Gravesite, As Well As The Pressures And Forces Exerted By Normal Cemetery Excavation, Compaction And Maintenance Equipment. Graveliner Designs Shall Be Such As To Prevent Any Potential Sinkage Due To Chiseling (the Sinkage Process Caused Because Of Insufficient Surface Area Contact With The Bottom Of The Grave.) And Fatigue Creep (the Long Run Sagging Process Of The Weight Bearing Surface Area).
design And Construction. Graveliners Shall Meet The Performance Requirements. The Combination Of The Design Shape, Design Thickness, Structure And Material Shall Be Capable Of Supporting The Required 2.27 Metric Tons (5,000 Lbs.) Center Load Pressure Test And The Axle Load Test Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Lbs.), Plus The Superimposed Earth Load. Both The Exterior Dimensions And The Weight Of The Graveliner Shall Be Kept To A Minimum In Accordance With The Normal Internal Dimension Standards Specified Above In Paragraph Labeled Salient Characteristics And The Required Structural Strength Specified Above. Design Contours And Shapes Shall Be Such As To Eliminate Any Possible Back-fill Voids, Settling, Sinking, Floating Or Raising Of The Graveliner Once Interred. The Graveliners And Parts Thereof Shall Have Provisions To Facilitate Both The Ease Of Installation And Removal Of The Unit And Its Component Parts. All Lifting Apparatus Shall Be Adequately Anchored In The Unit To Sufficiently Withstand The Stresses Of Lifting And Placing The Unit. Graveliners Shall Have Knockout Holes To Permit Drainage.
inscription. The Date Of Manufacture Shall Be Permanently Recorded On The Graveliner So That The Contractor Can Identify His Product According To The Date Of Production.
quality Control And Assurance Provisions
responsibility For Inspection. Unless Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor Shall Be Responsible For The Performance Of All Inspection Requirements As Specified Herein. Except As Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor Shall Use His Own Or Any Facilities Suitable For The Performance Of The Inspection Requirements Specified Herein Unless Disapproved By The Government.
the Government Reserves The Right To Perform Any Of The Inspections Set Forth In The Specification Where Such Inspections Are Deemed Necessary To Assure That Supplies And Services Conform To Prescribed Requirements.
records. Records Of Examinations And Tests Performed By Or For The Contractor Shall Be Maintained By The Contractor And Made Available To The Government, Upon The Government S Request, At Any Time, Or From Time To Time, During The Performance Of The Contract And For A Period Of Three Years After Delivery Of The Supplies To Which Such Records Relate.
inspection. Inspection, As Used Herein, Shall Be Defined As Both Examination (such As Visual Or Auditory Investigation Without The Use Of Special Laboratory Appliances Or Procedures) And Testing (determination By Technical Means Of Physical And Chemical Properties) Of The Item.
preproduction Sample. When Specified, A Preproduction Sample Shall Be Required And Shall Be Examined And Tested In Accordance With This Specification. The Preproduction Sample Shall Be Representative Of The Production Article. However, The Requirements For Furnishing A Preproduction Sample Will Be Waived As To A Bidder If:
a. The Bidder States In The Bid That The Product Offered Shall Be The Same As A Product Previously Furnished To The Procuring Activity Under A Prior Contract, And The Bidder Identifies The Contract.
b. The Contracting Officer Determines That Such Product Meets The Requirements Of The Specification.
tests. Tests Shall Be Conducted To Determine Compliance With These Commercial Item Description Requirements. Where Feasible, The Same Sample Shall Be Used For The Determination Of Two Or More Test Characteristics.
testing Of Components. Upon Request, The Supplier Shall Furnish A Certification Of Compliance, Issued By An Independent Testing Laboratory Or An Approved Testing Program. This Would Include An Analysis For All Characteristics Of Material Specified And Applicable Referenced Specifications. The Government Reserves The Right To Verify The Correctness Of Such Certificates Of Compliance And Analysis. Approved Graveliners Are Subject To Both Random Compliance And Complete Re-testing.
the Graveliners Shall Conform To The Following American Society For Testing And Materials (astm) Standards.
astm C 33 - Standard Specifications For Concrete Aggregate
astm C 39 - Test Method For Compressive Strength Of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
astm C 40 - Standard Test Method For Organic Impurities In Fine Aggregates For Cement
astm C 94 - Standard Specification For Ready-mixed Concrete
astm C 150 - Standard Specification For Portland
astm C 173 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Volumetric Method
astm C 231 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Pressure Method
astm C 260 - Standard Specification For Air-entraining Admixtures For Concrete
astm C 330 - Standard Specification For Lightweight Aggregates For Structural Concrete
astm C 494 - Standard Specification For Chemical Admixtures For Concrete
sampling For Examination. Sampling For Examination Shall Be Conducted In Accordance With Mil-std-105, With An Aql Of 1.0 (percent Defective) And An Inspection Level Of S-1.
examination Of Furnished Product. Graveliners Shall Be Examined For The Defects Listed Below. Whenever A Deviation To Specified Requirements Shall Be Noted, Correction Shall Be Made. Failure To Make Corrections Will Be Cause For Rejection:
size/dimensions Not As Specified.
materials Not As Specified.
production Date Not Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Recorded.
drainage Holes Not Provided.
surface Contains Foreign Inclusions, Spalling, Holes, Cracks, Large Voids, Or Other Evidence Of Poor Manufacture.
provisions To Facilitate Installation And Removal Not Provided.
functional Test. Upon Request, A Functional Load Test Shall Be Made At The Contractor S Expense Under The Direction Of The Contracting Officer, Or His/her Representative, To Insure The Graveliner, As Furnished, Shall Be Capable Of Supporting Load Weight Stated In Paragraph Entitled Design And Construction . The Functional Test Shall Consist Of Two Loading Conditions:
unconfined Loading. (center Load Pressure Test)
place Base On 10.16 Cm (4 In) X 10.16 Cm (4 In), Spaced Approximately 0.305 M (12 In), From Each End Of The Test Product.
place Cover On Base. The Producer Shall Choose To Use A Temporary Gasket Material In The Sealant (tongue And Groove) Area Of A Graveliner In Place Of The Permanent Sealant.
a Test Frame Shall Be Assembled Around The Center Of The Test Unit.
cushion Material Shall Be Used To Assure That A 0.093 Sq. M (1 Sq Ft); Bearing Plate Shall Uniformly Load The Test Unit. Special Care Shall Be Taken For Units With Arch-shaped Tops Or Carapaces.
a Hydraulic Ram Shall Be Pressurized Until The Ram Engages The Bearing Place, And Shall Be Set At A Preload Pressure Of 226.8 Kg (500 Lb) For A Minimum Of One Minute.
the Inspector Shall Add Additional Pressure To The Test Unit In 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb) Increments. This Pressure Shall Be Added Gradually, Taking At Least Thirty (30) Seconds To Add Each Additional 226.8 Kg (500 Lb) Load. Once The 226.8 Kg (500 Lb) Increment Has Been Added, The Test Unit Shall Be Allowed A Minimum Of One Minute At Rest Prior To The Next Load Increase. This Procedure Shall Be Repeated Until The Full 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb) Load Has Been Properly Applied.
the Concrete Graveliner Shall Withstand The 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb) Of Static Load On The 0.93 M (36 In), Section At The Critical Load Area For A Minimum Of Five (5) Minutes Without Failure.
confined Loading.
the Liner Shall Be Placed On A Flat Surface Below Ground And Covered With A Granular Soil Material. The Soil Shall Be Compacted Thoroughly Around And On Top Of The Liner To A Thickness Of 46 Cm (18 In). A Wheeled Tractor Or Truck With An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Lbs.) Shall Then Be Passed Over The Covered Liner For A Minimum Of Twenty (20) Times In Repetition. The Liner Shall Not Show Any Signs Of Material Overstress Or Cracking.
upon Completion Of Confined Loading Test The Adjacent Gravesite Shall Then Be Excavated To A Maximum Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In), Exposing The Longitudinal Side Of The Tested Unit For A Period Of No Less Than Twenty-four (24) Hours. The Unit Shall Not Exhibit Any Signs Of Potential Material Fatigue, Creep, Chiseling, Excessive Deflection, Scratching Or Infringement Of The Adjacent Gravesite.
the Contracting Officer Or His/her Designated Representative At Any Time Will Make Unannounced Inspections Of The Contractor S Plant.
contractor Certification. The Contractor Shall Certify That The Product Offered Meets The Salient Characteristics Of This Description And Conforms To The Producer S Own Drawings, Specification, Standards, And Quality Assurance Practices. The Government Reserves The Right To Require Proof Of Such Conformance Prior To First Delivery And Thereafter As Will Be Otherwise Provided For Under The Provisions Of The Contract.
regulatory Requirements.
federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act - If The Product Covered By This Document Has Been Determined By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration To Be Under Its Jurisdiction, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Subcontractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of The Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act, As Amended, And Regulations Promulgated There Under. In Addition, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Contractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of All Other Applicable Federal, State, And Local Statues, Ordinances, And Regulations.
recovered Materials. The Offeror/contractor Shall Be Encouraged To Use Recovered Material In Accordance With Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 23.4 To The Maximum Extent Practical.
packaging And Packing. Graveliners Shall Be Palleted Or Otherwise Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With Standard Commercial Practice To Insure Carrier Acceptance And Safe Delivery In Containers Complying With Rules And Regulations Applicable To The Mode Of Transportation.
marking. Shipping Containers Shall Be Marked In Accordance With The Manufacturer S Standard Commercial Practice. The Production Date Shall Be Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Marked On Each Component Which Makes Up A Graveliner.
copies Of Federal Standard No. 376, Preferred Metric Units For General Use By The Federal Government And Federal Test Standard 191 Are Available From General Services Administration Business Service Centers In Boston, Ma; New York, Ny; Philadelphia, Pa; Washington, Dc; Atlanta, Ga; Chicago, Il; Kansas City, Mo; Fort Worth, Tx; Denver, Co; San Francisco, Ca; Los Angeles, Ca; And Seattle, Wa.
copies Of Specifications And Standards Are Also Available From Department Of Defense Single Stock Point. Special Assistance Desk, Telephone (215) 697-2667 Or 2179 Shall Provide You Adequate Information By Mail Or Tele-specs Mode.
copies Of United States Pharmacopoeia (usp) Regulations Shall Be Obtained From Uspc, Inc., 12601 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, Md 20852, Usa.
ordering Data. Purchasers Shall Select The Preferred Options Permitted Herein, And Include The Following Information In Procurement Documents:
A. Title, Number, And Date Of This Commercial Item Description
B. Type, Style And Size.
military Interests: Civil Agency Coordinating Activities
military Coordinating Activity: Fda-mpqas, Phs, Dod-md
preparing Activity:
Va-oss Vanac (904)
Agent Va-oss Vaco (92a):
agent: Dla-dm
Custodians:
Army - Md
Navy - Ms
Air Force - 03
project No. 9930-2395
fsc 9930 / A-a-30194
Closing Date26 Jul 2024
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF USA Tender
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nca Mwd Scope Of Work (sow)
removal/install Of Existing
concrete Grave Liners & Lids
fort Mcpherson National Cemetery, 12004 South Spur 56a, Maxwell, Ne 69151
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nca Mission
ncaâ honors Veterans And Their Eligible Family Members With Final Resting Places In National Shrines And With Lasting Tributes That Commemorate Their Service And Sacrifice To Our Nation.
sow Standards
national Cemeteries Are National Shrines. The Standards Of Maintenance, Appearance And Operational Procedures Performed By The Contractor At This Cemetery Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interned There. For This Reason, The Contractor S Strict Adherence To The Specifications Shall Be Required And Shall Be Essential.
product
concrete Grave Liners Fabricated In Strict Accordance With The Following Gsa Federal Specifications And Commercial Item Description (cid):
fsc 3990
metric A-a-30194 July 26, 1993
commercial Item Description Gsa Commercial Item Description A-a-30194: Type-i, Style-i, Liner, Grave, Concrete.
the General Services Administration Has Provided The Use Of This Commercial Item Description As A Replacement For Va Specification X1708g For Concrete.
this Commercial Item Description Describes Concrete Graveliners Intended For Use In National Cemeteries To Prevent The Sinkage Of Soil In Graves.
salient Characteristics. Liner, Grave, Concrete - Shall Be Constructed From Reinforced Concrete Utilizing Portland Cement. Cement Will Be Of Commercial Quality Using Steel And/or Polypropylene Reinforcement. In Addition, The Material(s) Used In The Production Of Concrete Graveliners Shall Be Impervious To Any Destructive Action Of The Natural Elements Possibly Contained In The Cemetery Soil Which Can Range From Extreme Acidic To Extreme Alkaline Conditions.
concrete Graveliners Must Be Properly Cured For 28 Days Before Delivery And The Concrete Must Have A Minimum Compression Strength Of 31, 027 Kilopascal (kpa) Or 4,500 Pound Force/square Inch (psi).
style 1 - Box With Separate Lid Style 2 - Dome With A Base
style 3 - Dome Without A Base
sizes
small Liner 147 Cm (58 In) By 51 Cm (20 In) By 46 Cm (18 In)
medium Liner 218 Cm (86 In) By 76 Cm (30 In) By 61 Cm (24 In)
oversize Liner 229 Cm (90 In) By 81 Cm (32 In) By 66 Cm (26 In)
extra Large Liner 234 Cm (92 In) By 91 Cm (36 In) By 71 Cm (28 In)
internal Dimensions Listed Above Are Nominal For The Standard Sizes And Small Variances Are Permitted In The Use Of Standard Commercial Products Providing Size Permits Use Of Standard Caskets.
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unit: Each
workmanship
graveliners Shall Be Free From Defects Which Detract From Its Appearance Or Impair Its
serviceability.
production Specification
the Following Must Be Included As Part Of The Bid:
type Of Material Or Materials
material Specifications
methods Of Construction
testing Procedures And Findings
performance. Graveliners Furnished Will Be Designed For A Maximum Burial Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In) From The Bottom Of The Liner, With Minimum Soil Cover Of 46 Cm (18 In), Be Capable Of Structurally Withstanding Passage Of An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) After Burial And Provide For Ease Of Installation. Liners Will Have A Sufficient Weight Bearing Surface Area To Prevent Sinkage. This Area May Vary Depending Upon Soil Conditions, But In All Cases, Will Be Capable Of Passing The Functional Test Specified In Paragraphs Entitled "functional Tests" In Order To Perform This Function In Place After Installation. The Ongoing Static Loads In This Environment Include The Weight Of The Backfill, Changes In The Water Table, And Pressures From The Freeze Thaw Cycle Where Applicable. In Addition, The Graveliner Shall Be Designed To Withstand The Dynamic, Differential And Impact Loads And Stresses Which Are Exerted Upon A Unit During The Interment Process. Such Loads And Stresses Include Compaction Of The (backfill) Soil, Excavation Of Adjoining Gravesite, As Well As The Pressures And Forces Exerted By Normal Cemetery Excavation, Compaction And Maintenance Equipment. Graveliner Designs Shall Be Such As To Prevent Any Potential Sinkage Due To Chiseling (the Sinkage Process Caused Because Of Insufficient Surface Area Contact With The Bottom Of The Grave.) And Fatigue Creep (the Long Run Sagging Process Of The Weight Bearing Surface Area).
design And Construction. Graveliners Will Meet The Performance Requirements. The Combination Of The Design Shape, Design Thickness, Structure And Material Shall Be Capable Of Supporting The Required 2.27 Metric Tons (5,000 Ibs.) Center Load Pressure Test And The Axle Load Test Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.), Plus The Superimposed Earth Load. Both The Exterior Dimensions And The Weight Of The Graveliner Shall Be Kept To A Minimum In Accordance With The Normal Internal Dimension Standards Specified Above In Paragraph Labeled "salient Characteristics" And The Required Structural Strength Specified Above. Design Contours And Shapes Will Be Such As To Eliminate Any Possible Back-fill Voids, Settling, Sinking, Floating Or Raising Of The Graveliner Once Interred. The Graveliners And Parts Thereof Will Have Provisions To Facilitate Both The Ease Of Installation And Removal Of The Unit And Its Component Parts. All Lifting Apparatus Must Be Adequately Anchored In The Unit To Sufficiently Withstand The Stresses Of Lifting And Placing The Unit. Graveliners Will Have Knockout Holes To Permit Drainage.
inscription. The Date Of Manufacture Will Be Permanently Recorded On The Graveliner So That The Contractor Can Identify His Product According To The Date Of Production.
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pricing
pricing Is All-inclusive, To Include Fabrication, Transportation, Delivery, Inspection, Installation, Removal, Reopening, Replacement, And All Corrective Work.
quality Control And Assurance Provisions.
responsibility For Inspection. Unless Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor Shall Be Responsible For The Performance Of All Inspection Requirements As Specified Herein. Except As Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor May Use Its Own Facilities Suitable For The Performance Of The Inspection Requirements Specified Herein, With Prior Approval Of The Cemetery Director.
the Government Reserves The Right To Perform Any Of The Inspections Set Forth In The Specification Where Such Inspections Are Deemed Necessary To Assure That Supplies And Services Conform To Prescribed Requirements.
records. Records Of Examinations And Tests Performed By Or For The Contractor Shall Be Maintained By The Contractor And Made Available To The Government, Upon The Government's Request, At Any Time, Or From Time To Time, During The Performance Of The Contract And For A Period Of Three Years After Delivery Of The Supplies To Which Such Records Relate.
inspection. Inspection, As Used Herein, Is Defined As Both Examination (such As Visual Or Auditory Investigation Without The Use Of Special Laboratory Appliances Or Procedures) And Testing (determination By Technical Means Of Physical And Chemical Properties) Of The Item.
preproduction Sample. When Specified A Preproduction Sample Will Be Required And Will Be Examined And Tested In Accordance With This Specification. The Preproduction Sample Will Be Representative Of The Production Article. However, The Requirements For Furnishing A Preproduction Sample May Be Waived As To A Bidder If:
a. The Bidder States In The Bid That The Product Offered Is The Same As A Product Previously Furnished To The Procuring Activity Under A Prior Contract, And The Bidder Identifies The Contract.
b. The Contracting Officer Determines That Such Product Meets The Requirements Of The Specification.
tests. Tests Shall Be Conducted To Determine Compliance With These Commercial Item Description Requirements. Where Feasible, The Same Sample Shall Be Used For The Determination Of Two Or More Test Characteristics.
testing Of Components. Upon Request, The Supplier Will Furnish A Certification Of Compliance, Issued By An Independent Testing Laboratory Or An Approved Testing Program. This Would Include An Analysis For All Characteristics Of Material Specified And Applicable Referenced Specifications. The Government Reserves The Right To Verify The Correctness Of Such Certificates Of Compliance And Analysis. Approved Graveliners Are Subject To Both Random Compliance And Complete Re-testing.
the Graveliners Will Conform To The Following American Society For Testing And Materials
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(astm) Standards.
astm C 33 - Standard Specifications For Concrete Aggregate
astm C 39 - Test Method For Compressive Strength Of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
astm C 40 - Standard Test Method For Organic Impurities In Fine Aggregates For Cement
astm C 94 - Standard Specification For Ready-mixed Concrete Astm C 150 - Standard Specification For Portland
astm C 173 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Volumetric Method
astm C 231 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Pressure Method
astm C 260 - Standard Specification For Air-entraining Admixtures For Concrete
astm C 330 - Standard Specification For Lightweight Aggregates For Structural Concrete
astm C 494 - Standard Specification For Chemical Admixtures For Concrete
sampling For Examination. Sampling For Examination Shall Be Conducted In Accordance With Mil-std-1 05, With An Aql Of 1.0 (percent Defective) And An Inspection Level Of S-1.
examination Of Furnished Product. Graveliners Will Be Examined For The Defects Listed Below. Whenever A Deviation To Specified Requirements Is Noted, Correction Will Be Made. Failure To Make Corrections Will Be Cause For Rejection:
size/dimensions Not As Specified.
materials Not As Specified.
production Date Not Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Recorded.
drainage Holes Not Provided.
surface Contains Foreign Inclusions, Spalling, Holes, Cracks, Large Voids, Or Other Evidence Of Poor Manufacture.
provisions To Facilitate Installation And Removal Not Provided.
functional Test. Upon Request, A Functional Load Test Will Be Made At The Contractor's Expense Under The Observation Of The Contracting Officer, Or His/her Representative, To Insure The Graveliner, As Furnished, Will Be Capable Of Supporting Load Weight Stated In Paragraph Entitled "design And Construction". The Functional Test Will Consist Of Two Loading Conditions:
(a) Unconfined Loading. (center Load Pressure Test)
place Base On 10.16 Cm (4 In) X 10.16 Cm (4 In), Spaced Approximately 0.305 M (12 In), From Each End Of The Test Product.
place Cover On Base. The Producer May Choose To Use A Temporary Gasket Material In The Sealant (tongue And Groove) Area Of A Graveliner In Place Of The Permanent Sealant.
cushion Material Should Be Used To Assure That A 0.093 Sq. M (1 Sq Ft); Bearing Plate Will Uniformly Load The Test Unit. Special Care Should Be Taken For Units With Arch-shaped Tops Or Carapaces.
a Hydraulic Ram Will Be Pressurized Until The Ram Engages The Bearing Place And Will Be Set At A Preload Pressure Of 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) For A Minimum Of One Minute.
the Inspector Will Add Additional Pressure To The Test Unit In 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Increments. This Pressure Will Be Added Gradually, Taking At Least Thirty (30) Seconds To
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add Each Additional 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Load. Once The 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Increment Has Been Added, The Test Unit Should Be Allowed A Minimum Of One Minute At Rest Prior To The Next Load Increase. This Procedure Should Be Repeated Until The Full 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Load Has Been Properly Applied.
the Concrete Graveliner Must Withstand The 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Of Static Load On The 0.93 M (36 In), Section At The Critical Load Area For A Minimum Of Five (5) Minutes Without Failure.
(b) Confined Loading.
the Liner Shall Be Placed On A Flat Surface Below Ground And Covered With A Granular Soil Material. The Soil Will Be Compacted Thoroughly Around And On Top Of The Liner To A Thickness Of 46 Cm (18 In). A Wheeled Tractor Or Truck With An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) Will Then Be Passed Over The Covered Liner For A Minimum Of Twenty (20) Times In Repetition. The Liner Must Not Show Any Signs Of Material Overstress Or Cracking.
upon Completion Of Confined Loading Test The Adjacent "gravesite" Will Then Be Excavated To A Maximum Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In), Exposing The Longitudinal Side Of The Tested Unit For A Period Of No Less Than Twenty-four (24) Hours. The Unit Must Not Exhibit Any Signs Of Potential Material Fatigue, Creep, Chiseling, Excessive Deflection, Scratching Or Infringement Of The Adjacent Gravesite.
the Contracting Officer Or His/her Designated Representative At Any Time May Make Unannounced Inspections Of The Contractor's Plant.
contractor Certification. The Contractor Shall Certify That The Product Offered Meets The Salient Characteristics Of This Description And Conforms To The Producer's Own Drawings, Specification, Standards, And Quality Assurance Practices. The Government Reserves The Right To Require Proof Of Such Conformance Prior To First Delivery And Thereafter As May Be Otherwise Provided For Under The Provisions Of The Contract.
regulatory Requirements. Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act - If The Product Covered By This Document Has Been Determined By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration To Be Under Its Jurisdiction, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Subcontractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of The Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act, As Amended, And Regulations Promulgated There Under. In Addition, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Contractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of All Other Applicable Federal, State, And Local Statues, Ordinances, And Regulations.
recovered Materials. The Offeror/contractor Is Encouraged To Use Recovered Material In Accordance With Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 23.4 To The Maximum Extent Practical.
packaging And Packing. Graveliners Will Be Palleted Or Otherwise Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With Standard Commercial Practice To Ensure Carrier Acceptance And Safe Delivery In Containers Complying With Rules And Regulations Applicable To The Mode Of Transportation.
marking. Shipping Containers Will Be Marked In Accordance With The Manufacturer's Standard Commercial Practice. The Production Date Will Be Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Marked On Each Component Which Makes Up A Graveliner.
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copies Of Federal Standard No. 376, Preferred Metric Units For General Use By The Federal Government And Federal Test Standard 191 Are Available From General Services Administration Business Service Centers In Boston, Ma; New York, Ny; Philadelphia, Pa; Washington, Dc; Atlanta, Ga; Chicago, Il; Kansas City, Mo; Fort Worth, Tx; Denver, Co; San Francisco, Ca; Los Angeles, Ca; And Seattle, Wa.
copies Of Specifications And Standards Are Also Available From Department Of Defense Single
stock Point. Special Assistance Desk, Telephone (215) 697-2667 Or 2179 Will Provide You Adequate Information By Mail Or Tele-specs Mode.
copies Of United States Pharmacopoeia (usp) Regulations May Be Obtained From: Uspc, Inc., 12601 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, Md 20852, Usa.
ordering Data. Purchasers Should Select The Preferred Options Permitted Herein, And Include The Following Information In Procurement Documents:
title, Number, And Date Of This Commercial Item Description
type, Style And Size.
the Unit Price Is All-inclusive And Covers The Production, Transportation, And Installation Of The Grave Liners Ordered, With Installation Of Grave Liners By The Contractor Being Completed At The Approval Of The Cemetery Director Only.
General Requirements
it Shall Be The Contractor S Responsibility To Keep Pace With The Burial And Grave Liner Requirements Of Fort Mcpherson National Cemetery, 12004 South Spur 56a, Maxwell, Ne 69151 , By Furnishing, Delivering, And Installing Prefabricated Concrete Grave Liners And Lids At Said Location In Presenting Grave; To Remain In Close Proximity To Excavation Crews As Customarily Required By National Cemetery Policy, And Remain On Station Until Grave Covers Are In Place. Contractor Shall Install Containers Immediately After Grave Excavation Is Complete, Or As Soon As Practicable, But No Later Than 60 Minutes After Excavation Is Completed. Normally Several Crews Are Used Daily For Excavations, Which Will Result In Grave Liners Being Installed In Different Sections Of The Cemetery At Or Near The Same Time. Fort Mcpherson National Cemetery Gravesites Measure 5' X 10' Deep And Will Require Exact Preciseness In Placement Of Grave Liners. Grave Depths Are Generally Choose An Item.deep, However, May Occasionally Exceed Seven Feet.
irrespective Of Other Requirements And Provisions Under This Contract, The Government Reserves The Right To Make Its Own Installation Of A Thermoplastic Grave Liner In Any Gravesite As Demanded By Local Operational Conditions. In Such Circumstances The Cemetery Will Not Be Charged For Liners
reopening Occupied Grave Sites
all Interments (1st And Subsequent) Will Require Portable Vault Carrier. During Inclement Weather, And Upon Approval Of Cemetery Director Only, A Small Boom Truck May Be Used In First Interment Section Only. In The Event A Boom Truck Is Needed, Cemetery Staff Will Notify The Contractor By 3:30pm On The Day Of The Scheduled Interment. If The Cemetery Has Not Notified The Contractor Of Equipment Needs, The Contractor Shall Contact The Cemetery To Obtain The Information On The Equipment Needs For That Day. Equipment Will Not Exceed 11,000 Pounds Gross Axle Weight When Operating In Established Burial Sections.
cemetery Director (primary Cor) Or Cemetery Foreman (alternate Cor) Is Available To Aid In Determining Access Points Into Burial Sections. Removal/disruption Of An Occupied Liner Or Casket Requires The Contractor Provide And Utilize Privacy Screens To Surround The Work Area, Preventing Any Public View.
d. Damages Caused By Contractor's Neglect
in The Event Damages Result To The Units And/or Gravesites (cave-in's), Surrounding Areas, Headstones, Or To Third Parties Due To Neglect By The Contractor, Restitution Will Be Required At No Cost To The Agency. Changes In Schedules, Work Assignments Or Delays Of Daily Operation Must
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not Occur Under Any Circumstances. The Contractor Will Repair Any Turf Damaged; By Back-filling
with Clean Dirt, Compacting, Seed And Straw Matting. Contractor Will Be Allowed To Use Cemetery Material For This Task.
transportation, Storage, And Handling
units Shall Be Transported, And Handled To Prevent Damage To Surfaces, Edges, And Corners And To Prevent The Development Of Stresses And Cracks.â The Contractor Shall Provide Temporary Bracing Protection Devices And Measures As Necessary To Prevent Damage To The Units During Handling And Transportation.â â Contractor Is Responsible For Transportation And Handling Of Units Such That Any Negligence On The Contractor S Part, Shall Be Corrected At The Contractor S Expense.â Use The Designed Crypt Lifting Cable To Transport Grave Liners.â â On The Job Site, Forklift Handling Of Grave Liners May Be Approved By The Va Upon Demonstration That No Crypt Damages Will Be Incurred.
f. Storage Rejection
grave Liners May Be Stored On The Cemetery Grounds, Upon Approval From Cemetery Director Only. All Damaged Or Rejected Units Shall Be Removed, Without Exception, From The Cemetery Grounds Daily. All Rejected Units Will Be Indicated (marked In Such A Manner), As Mutually Agreed Upon By The Contractor And The Cemetery Director.
g. Delivery Requirements
all Work Shall Be Performed During Normal Cemetery Hours Of Operation, 8:00am Through 4:30pm Local Time Monday Through Friday, And Certain Weekend And Holidays, As Required (see Federal Holidays). Work Performed During Non-duty Hours, Weekends, And Holidays, Will Be At The Approval Of The Cor. The Contractor Will Normally Be Notified Of Unit Requirements To Be Delivered The Day Prior To Need, With The Exclusion Of Mondays Due To The Possibility That Interments Were Scheduled Over The Weekend. In Those Cases, The Contractor Will Not Be Notified Until Approximately 8:00am, On Monday Morning, The Day Of Interment. On Occasion, An Interment May Be Canceled At The Last Minute, Which Prevents The Government From Providing The Contractor With Advance Notice. When This Occurs, Installation Of The Grave Liner By The Contractor Would Be Completed At The Approval From Cemetery Director Only. In Instances When Approval From The Cemetery Director Tasks The Contractor With Grave Liner Removal, The Contractor Shall Be Required To Remove The Grave Liner From The Gravesite At No Additional Cost To The Government.
the Contractor Agrees To Phase All Work In Such A Manner As Not To Impact On Or Interfere With Cemetery Operations. The Contractor Shall Not Operate Equipment, Machinery, Or Otherwise Perform Contract Work Within 250 Feet Of Any Ongoing Interment Service. The Cor May Coordinate With Contractor's Performance In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Ensure Smooth Cemetery Operations.
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federal Holidays (holidays Observed By The Federal Government)
new Year's Day 1st Day Of January
martin Luther King's Birthday President's Day Third Monday In January
presidents Day Third Monday In February
memorial Day Last Monday In May
juneteenth Day 19th Day Of June
independence Day 4th Day In July
labor Day First Monday In September
columbus Day Second Monday In October
veterans Day 11th Day In November
thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday In November
christmas Day 25th Day Of December
if A Holiday Falls On Sunday, The Following Monday Will Be Observed As The Legal Holiday. When A Holiday Falls On A Saturday, The Preceding Friday Is Observed As A Legal Holiday By U.s. Government Agencies. Also Included Would Be Any Day Specifically Declared By The President Of The United States Of America As A National Holiday.
h. Placement Of Orders
contractor Will Be Provided With A Copy Of The Next Working Day S Schedule Available At The Foreman S Office Prior To Cob. The Next Day Schedule Will Also Be Emailed To The Contractor Daily By Cob. The Schedule Will Be Used To Define The Work And Materials Needed For The Next Burial Day. Upon Request From The Contractor, The Cemetery Will Provide A Projected Excavations List For The Next Day S Burials.
i. Performance Of Work On Cemetery Grounds
conduct:
fort Mcpherson National Cemetery Is A National Shrine. The National Cemetery Administration (nca) Are National Shrines That Honors Veterans With A Final Resting Place And Lasting Memorials That Commemorate Their Service To Our Nation. The Standards Of Work, Appearance, And Procedures Performed By Contractors At National Cemeteries Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interred There. Due To The Sensitive Mission Of The Cemetery, Contractor S Personnel Must Exercise And Exhibit Absolute Decorum, Composure, And Stability At All Times.
as The Work Being Performed Is At A National Cemetery All Contractor S Employee Must Always Look Professional And Neat In Appearance; And Be Fully Clothed To Include Upper Garment To Cover The Body From The Waist To Neck And Long Pants Or Slacks. The Contractor Shall Require Its Employees, Including Subcontractors, To Wear Distinctive Visible Identification At All Times For Easy Identification While On Nca Premises. Contractor And Contractor S Personnel (including Subcontractor And Their Employees) Shall Be Required To Adhere To The Standards Of Dress And Conduct While Performing Work On The National Cemetery. These Standards And Regulations Are Enforceable Under Title 38, U.s.c. Section 218.
contractor S Personnel Shall:
be Fully Clothed At All Times, To Include Long Slacks Or Pants And Shirt, Buttoned Up From Neck To Waist. Clothing Will Be Clean Each Day. Any Soiled Clothing Should Be Cemetery Work-related
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that Day. Tank Tops As Outer Garments Are Prohibited. Tee-shirts Will Have The Company Logo Visibly Displayed. Shoes/boots Will Have No Holes Or Loose Soles. Steel-toed Shoes Shall Be Required In Accordance With Osha. Contractor Employees Shall Maintain Personal Hygiene.
not Engage In Loud Or Boisterous Behavior Or Use Profane Or Abusive Language. Shall Show Proper Reverence During Committal Service.
not Eat Or Drink Beverages Except Water Or Non-alcoholic Drinks While In Work Area Or In Sight Of Committal Service Area During A Service. Use Of Intoxicating Beverages And/or Drugs Is Strictly Prohibited.
not Lean, Sit Or Stand On Or Against Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments. No Tools, Equipment Or Other Items Will Be Placed Or Leaned On Headstones Or Monuments At Any Time. Contractor Personnel Shall Not Drive Over Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments.
only Smoke In Smoking Areas, As Designated By The Cor. All Other Areas Are Designated As No Smoking.
contractor Must Discuss The Guidance In This Paragraph With Its Employees And All Subcontractors. Any Doubts As To Proper Procedures Shall Be Brought To The Attention Of The Cor And Contracting Officer For Guidance Or Resolution. Contractor And Subcontractor Employee Shall Sign A Statement
of Compliance (if Applicable); And Shall Deliver The Signed Statements To The Cor Before Work May Begin Or Before Any New Employee Is Allowed To Work On Cemetery Grounds.
contractor Shall Be Responsible For Maintaining Satisfactory Standards Of Personnel Conduct And Work Performance And Shall Administer Disciplinary Action As Required. Contractor Is Expected To Remove Any Employees From The Cemetery For Cause, To Include, But Not Limited To, Safety Violations, Other Misconduct In Performance Of Duty Under These Specifications And/or Conduct Contrary To The Best Interests Of The Government. If The Contractor Fails To Act In This Regard, Or The Reason For A Removal Is Immediately Required To Protect The Interests Of The Government, The Cor May Communicate The Removal Of An Employee From The Premises. Contractor S Objections To Any Such Action Will Be Referred To The Contacting Officer For Final Resolution; However, The Contractor Will First Immediately Comply With The Cor S Communication Pending The Contacting Officer Final Resolution At A Later Time Or Date. 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 Communicated By The Cor And Is Later Found Invalid And/or Unreasonable By The Contracting Officer.
metric Products
products Manufactured To Metric Dimensions Will Be Conducted On An Equal Basis With Those Manufactured Inch-pound Units, Providing They Fall Within The Tolerances Specified Using Conversion Tables Contained In The Latest Revision Of Federal Standard No. 376, And All Other Requirements Of This Document Are Met.
if A Product Is Manufactured To Metric Dimensions And Those Dimensions Exceed The Tolerances Specified In The Inch-pound Units, A Request Should Be Made To The Contracting Officer, In Conjunction With The Cor, Who Will Accept Or Reject The Product.
packaging And Marking
grave Liners Will Be Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With The Commercial Item Description (cid) No. A-a-30194. Grave Liners And Lids Shall Be Marked In Accordance With The Cid.
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j. Contract Management
representatives Of The Contracting Officer: The Va Contracting Officer Will Designate One (or More) Representatives To Serve As The Contracting Officer S Representative (cor) To
Act For Him/her In Furnishing Technical Guidance And Advice Or Providing General Guidance The Work To Be Performed Under The Contract. Such Designation Will Be In Writing And Will Define The Scope And Limitations Of The Cor S Authority. A Copy Of The Designation(s) Shall Be Furnished To The Contractor At Time Of Award.
the Cor May Communicate And Arrange The Contractor S Work Schedule In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Coordinate With Daily Cemetery Activities And Operations. Duties And Responsibilities Of The Cor Include Day-to-day Monitoring Of The Contract As Follows:
(i) Providing Contract Oversight And Technical Guidance To The Contractor.
(ii) Placing Orders For Services.
(iii) Verification / Certification Of Payments To The Contractor For Services Rendered.
(iv) Assuring That Any Changes Effecting Work Involved, Price, Terms And/or Conditions Under The Contract Are Not Implemented Before Written Authorization Is Issued By The Contracting Officer.
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all Administrative Contract Functions Are The Responsibility Of The Va Contracting Officer. Any Modifications To The Contract, Including Those Involving No-cost Changes,
increases And Decreases In Cost Or Level Of Services Provided, Termination Or Extension Of The Contract (in Part Or In Whole) And Decisions Concerning Claims Or Disputes, Must Be Provided In Writing By The Government Contracting Officer.
(c) Site Manager: The Contractor Shall Provide A Site Manager Who Will Be Always On-site During Contract Performance. The Site Manager Shall Be Responsible For The Following:
(i) Communicating, Overseeing And Coordinating The Work Involved.
(ii) Staying Abreast Of All Upcoming Cemetery Functions Including Special Holiday Events And Interment Activities.
(iii) Ensuring That Contract Work Does Not Cause Any Committal Service, Ceremony, Procession Or Visitation To Be Delayed, Altered, Or Otherwise Impacted In Such A Way That The Dignity, Security, Or Safety Of The Event Or Visit Is Compromised.
(d) The Site Manager Shall Reassign Work Throughout The Rest Of The Cemetery So That Productive Use Of Labor And Equipment Is Assured, And Downtime Is Avoided. If The Contractor Fails To Reassign Employees Away From An Event In A Timely Fashion, The Cor May Then Do So.
communication & Coordination Of Work With Cor: Communication With The Cor (or Designee) Is Strongly Encouraged. Burial Activities At Nca Shall Take Precedence Over Contract Work Activities. Work Activity And Noise Shall Not Disturb Burial Services. Trucks And Workmen Shall Be Prohibited From Passing Through The Service Area During This Period.
notwithstanding The Contractors Responsibility For Total Management During The Performance Of This Contract, The Administration Of The Contract Will Require Maximum
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coordination Between The Government And The Contractor. The Government Will Provide, At The Time Of Contract Award, A List Of Government Personnel To Act As Cor.
k. Period Of Performance
performance Period: The Term Of This Contract Shall Be For A Period From Date Of Contract Award Through 364 Calendar Days. Contractor Shall Submit An Invoice At The End Of Each Month. Delivery Of All Items Under This Contract Is Fob Destination And Is Subject To Inspection And Acceptance By The Nca Contracting Officer S Representative (cor).
base Period: Date Of Award Thru 364 Calendar Days
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Closing Date16 Apr 2024
Tender AmountRefer Documents
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF USA Tender
Consultancy Services
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this Is A Sources Sought Announcement Only.
it Is Neither A Solicitation Announcement Nor A Request For Proposals Or Quotes And Does Not Obligate The Government To Award A Contract. Requests For A Solicitation Will Not Receive A Response. Responses To This Sources Sought Must Be In Writing. The Purpose Of This Sources Sought Announcement Is For Market Research To Make Appropriate Acquisition Decisions And To Gain Knowledge Of Potential Qualified Service- Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses And Veteran Owned Small Businesses Interested And Capable Of Providing The Services Described Below. Documentation Of Technical Expertise Must Be Presented In Sufficient Detail For The Government To Determine That Your Company Possesses The Necessary Functional Area Expertise And Experience To Compete For This Acquisition.
the North American Classification System (naics) Code For This Acquisition Is Naics Codeâ 327390
Other Concrete Product Manufacturing (500 Employees)
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**the Following Shall Be Provided In The Capabilities Statement Or In Body Of Email:
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address
point Of Contact
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provide Any Relevant Fss, Nac, Gsa Contract Vehicles The Company Holds If Applicable.
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please Review Salient Characteristics/statement Of Work (if Applicable) And Provide Feedback Or Suggestions. If None, Please Reply As N/a.
list Any Available Options To Meet Needs As Outlined In The Statement Of Work.
please Provide Sample Pricing Per Each Size.
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nca Mwd Scope Of Work (sow)
purchase Concrete Grave Liners & Lids
great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Road, Holly, Mi 48442
october 17, 2023
nca Mission
ncaâ honors Veterans And Their Eligible Family Members With Final Resting Places In National Shrines And With Lasting Tributes That Commemorate Their Service And Sacrifice To Our Nation.
sow Standards
national Cemeteries Are National Shrines. The Standards Of Maintenance, Appearance And Operational Procedures Performed By The Contractor At This Cemetery Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interned There. For This Reason, The Contractor S Strict Adherence To The Specifications Shall Be Required And Shall Be Essential.
product
concrete Grave Liners Fabricated In Strict Accordance With The Following Gsa Federal Specifications And Commercial Item Description (cid):
fsc 3990
metric A-a-30194 July 26, 1993
commercial Item Description Gsa Commercial Item Description A-a-30194: Type-i, Style-i, Liner, Grave, Concrete.
the General Services Administration Has Provided The Use Of This Commercial Item Description As A Replacement For Va Specification X1708g For Concrete.
this Commercial Item Description Describes Concrete Graveliners Intended For Use In National Cemeteries To Prevent The Sinkage Of Soil In Graves.
salient Characteristics. Liner, Grave, Concrete - Shall Be Constructed From Reinforced Concrete Utilizing Portland Cement. Cement Will Be Of Commercial Quality Using Steel And/or Polypropylene Reinforcement. In Addition, The Material(s) Used In The Production Of Concrete Graveliners Shall Be Impervious To Any Destructive Action Of The Natural Elements Possibly Contained In The Cemetery Soil Which Can Range From Extreme Acidic To Extreme Alkaline Conditions.
concrete Graveliners Must Be Properly Cured For 28 Days Before Delivery And The Concrete Must Have A Minimum Compression Strength Of 31, 027 Kilopascal (kpa) Or 4,500 Pound Force/square Inch (psi).
style 1 - Box With Separate Lid
style 2 - Dome With A Base
style 3 - Dome Without A Base
sizes
small Liner 147 Cm (52 In) By 51 Cm (20 In) By 46 Cm (18 In)
medium Liner 218 Cm (86 In) By 76 Cm (30 In) By 61 Cm (24 In)
oversize Liner 229 Cm (90 In) By 86 Cm (34 In) By 66 Cm (26 In)
extra Large Liner 244 Cm (96 In) By 91 Cm (36 In) By 71 Cm (28 In)
xxl Liner 229 Cm (90 In) By 102 Cm (40 In) By 76 Cm (30 In)
internal Dimensions Listed Above Are Nominal For The Standard Sizes And Small Variances Are
(cont D.) Permitted In The Use Of Standard Commercial Products Providing Size Permits Use Of Standard Caskets.
unit: Each
workmanship
graveliners Shall Be Free From Defects Which Detract From Its Appearance Or Impair Its
serviceability.
production Specification
the Following Must Be Included As Part Of The Bid:
type Of Material Or Materials
material Specifications
methods Of Construction
testing Procedures And Findings
performance. Graveliners Furnished Will Be Designed For A Maximum Burial Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In) From The Bottom Of The Liner, With Minimum Soil Cover Of 46 Cm (18 In), Be Capable Of Structurally Withstanding Passage Of An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) After Burial And Provide For Ease Of Installation. Liners Will Have A Sufficient Weight Bearing Surface Area To Prevent Sinkage. This Area May Vary Depending Upon Soil Conditions, But In All Cases, Will Be Capable Of Passing The Functional Test Specified In Paragraphs Entitled "functional Tests" In Order To Perform This Function In Place After Installation. The Ongoing Static Loads In This Environment Include The Weight Of The Backfill, Changes In The Water Table, And Pressures From The Freeze Thaw Cycle Where Applicable. In Addition, The Graveliner Shall Be Designed To Withstand The Dynamic, Differential And Impact Loads And Stresses Which Are Exerted Upon A Unit During The Interment Process. Such Loads And Stresses Include Compaction Of The (backfill) Soil, Excavation Of Adjoining Gravesite, As Well As The Pressures And Forces Exerted By Normal Cemetery Excavation, Compaction And Maintenance Equipment. Graveliner Designs Shall Be Such As To Prevent Any Potential Sinkage Due To Chiseling (the Sinkage Process Caused Because Of Insufficient Surface Area Contact With The Bottom Of The Grave.) And Fatigue Creep (the Long Run Sagging Process Of The Weight Bearing Surface Area).
design And Construction. Graveliners Will Meet The Performance Requirements. The Combination Of The Design Shape, Design Thickness, Structure And Material Shall Be Capable Of Supporting The Required 2.27 Metric Tons (5,000 Ibs.) Center Load Pressure Test And The Axle Load Test Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.), Plus The Superimposed Earth Load. Both The Exterior Dimensions And The Weight Of The Graveliner Shall Be Kept To A Minimum In Accordance With The Normal Internal Dimension Standards Specified Above In Paragraph Labeled "salient Characteristics" And The Required Structural Strength Specified Above. Design Contours And Shapes Will Be Such As To Eliminate Any Possible Back-fill Voids, Settling, Sinking, Floating Or Raising Of The Graveliner Once Interred. The Graveliners And Parts Thereof Will Have Provisions To Facilitate Both The Ease Of Installation And Removal Of The Unit And Its Component Parts. All Lifting Apparatus Must Be Adequately Anchored In The Unit To Sufficiently Withstand The Stresses Of Lifting And Placing The Unit. Graveliners Will Have Knockout Holes To Permit Drainage.
inscription. The Date Of Manufacture Will Be Permanently Recorded On The Graveliner So That The Contractor Can Identify His Product According To The Date Of Production.
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pricing
pricing Is All-inclusive, To Include Fabrication, Transportation, Delivery, Inspection, And Any Corrective Work. Installation Will Not Be Included In The Price. Installation Will Be Done By Cemetery Employees.
quality Control And Assurance Provisions.
responsibility For Inspection. Unless Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor Shall Be Responsible For The Performance Of All Inspection Requirements As Specified Herein. Except As Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor May Use Its Own Facilities Suitable For The Performance Of The Inspection Requirements Specified Herein, With Prior Approval Of The Cemetery Director.
the Government Reserves The Right To Perform Any Of The Inspections Set Forth In The Specification Where Such Inspections Are Deemed Necessary To Assure That Supplies And Services Conform To Prescribed Requirements.
records. Records Of Examinations And Tests Performed By Or For The Contractor Shall Be Maintained By The Contractor And Made Available To The Government, Upon The Government's Request, At Any Time, Or From Time To Time, During The Performance Of The Contract And For A Period Of Three Years After Delivery Of The Supplies To Which Such Records Relate.
inspection. Inspection, As Used Herein, Is Defined As Both Examination (such As Visual Or Auditory Investigation Without The Use Of Special Laboratory Appliances Or Procedures) And Testing (determination By Technical Means Of Physical And Chemical Properties) Of The Item.
preproduction Sample. When Specified A Preproduction Sample Will Be Required And Will Be Examined And Tested In Accordance With This Specification. The Preproduction Sample Will Be Representative Of The Production Article. However, The Requirements For Furnishing A Preproduction Sample May Be Waived As To A Bidder If:
a. The Bidder States In The Bid That The Product Offered Is The Same As A Product Previously Furnished To The Procuring Activity Under A Prior Contract, And The Bidder Identifies The Contract.
b. The Contracting Officer Determines That Such Product Meets The Requirements Of The Specification.
tests. Tests Shall Be Conducted To Determine Compliance With These Commercial Item Description Requirements. Where Feasible, The Same Sample Shall Be Used For The Determination Of Two Or More Test Characteristics.
testing Of Components. Upon Request, The Supplier Will Furnish A Certification Of Compliance, Issued By An Independent Testing Laboratory Or An Approved Testing Program. This Would Include An Analysis For All Characteristics Of Material Specified And Applicable Referenced Specifications. The Government Reserves The Right To Verify The Correctness Of Such Certificates Of Compliance And Analysis. Approved Grave Liners Are Subject To Both Random Compliance And Complete Re-testing.
the Graveliners Will Conform To The Following American Society For Testing And Materials
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(astm) Standards.
astm C 33 - Standard Specifications For Concrete Aggregate
astm C 39 - Test Method For Compressive Strength Of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
astm C 40 - Standard Test Method For Organic Impurities In Fine Aggregates For Cement
astm C 94 - Standard Specification For Ready-mixed Concrete Astm C 150 - Standard Specification For Portland
astm C 173 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Volumetric Method
astm C 231 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Pressure Method
astm C 260 - Standard Specification For Air-entraining Admixtures For Concrete
astm C 330 - Standard Specification For Lightweight Aggregates For Structural Concrete
astm C 494 - Standard Specification For Chemical Admixtures For Concrete
sampling For Examination. Sampling For Examination Shall Be Conducted In Accordance With Mil-std-1 05, With An Aql Of 1.0 (percent Defective) And An Inspection Level Of S-1.
examination Of Furnished Product. Graveliners Will Be Examined For The Defects Listed Below. Whenever A Deviation To Specified Requirements Is Noted, Correction Will Be Made. Failure To Make Corrections Will Be Cause For Rejection:
size/dimensions Not As Specified.
materials Not As Specified.
production Date Not Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Recorded.
drainage Holes Not Provided.
surface Contains Foreign Inclusions, Spalling, Holes, Cracks, Large Voids, Or Other Evidence Of Poor Manufacture.
provisions To Facilitate Installation And Removal Not Provided.
functional Test. Upon Request, A Functional Load Test Will Be Made At The Contractor's Expense Under The Observation Of The Contracting Officer, Or His/her Representative, To Insure The Graveliner, As Furnished, Will Be Capable Of Supporting Load Weight Stated In Paragraph Entitled "design And Construction". The Functional Test Will Consist Of Two Loading Conditions:
(a) Unconfined Loading. (center Load Pressure Test)
place Base On 10.16 Cm (4 In) X 10.16 Cm (4 In), Spaced Approximately 0.305 M (12 In), From Each End Of The Test Product.
place Cover On Base. The Producer May Choose To Use A Temporary Gasket Material In The Sealant (tongue And Groove) Area Of A Graveliner In Place Of The Permanent Sealant.
cushion Material Should Be Used To Assure That A 0.093 Sq. M (1 Sq Ft); Bearing Plate Will Uniformly Load The Test Unit. Special Care Should Be Taken For Units With Arch-shaped Tops Or Carapaces.
a Hydraulic Ram Will Be Pressurized Until The Ram Engages The Bearing Place And Will Be Set At A Preload Pressure Of 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) For A Minimum Of One Minute.
the Inspector Will Add Additional Pressure To The Test Unit In 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Increments. This Pressure Will Be Added Gradually, Taking At Least Thirty (30) Seconds To
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add Each Additional 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Load. Once The 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Increment Has Been Added, The Test Unit Should Be Allowed A Minimum Of One Minute At Rest Prior To The Next Load Increase. This Procedure Should Be Repeated Until The Full 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Load Has Been Properly Applied.
the Concrete Graveliner Must Withstand The 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Of Static Load On The 0.93 M (36 In), Section At The Critical Load Area For A Minimum Of Five (5) Minutes Without Failure.
(b) Confined Loading.
the Liner Shall Be Placed On A Flat Surface Below Ground And Covered With A Granular Soil Material. The Soil Will Be Compacted Thoroughly Around And On Top Of The Liner To A Thickness Of 46 Cm (18 In). A Wheeled Tractor Or Truck With An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) Will Then Be Passed Over The Covered Liner For A Minimum Of Twenty (20) Times In Repetition. The Liner Must Not Show Any Signs Of Material Overstress Or Cracking.
upon Completion Of Confined Loading Test The Adjacent "gravesite" Will Then Be Excavated To A Maximum Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In), Exposing The Longitudinal Side Of The Tested Unit For A Period Of No Less Than Twenty-four (24) Hours. The Unit Must Not Exhibit Any Signs Of Potential Material Fatigue, Creep, Chiseling, Excessive Deflection, Scratching Or Infringement Of The Adjacent Gravesite.
the Contracting Officer Or His/her Designated Representative At Any Time May Make Unannounced Inspections Of The Contractor's Plant.
contractor Certification. The Contractor Shall Certify That The Product Offered Meets The Salient Characteristics Of This Description And Conforms To The Producer's Own Drawings, Specification, Standards, And Quality Assurance Practices. The Government Reserves The Right To Require Proof Of Such Conformance Prior To First Delivery And Thereafter As May Be Otherwise Provided For Under The Provisions Of The Contract.
regulatory Requirements. Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act - If The Product Covered By This Document Has Been Determined By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration To Be Under Its Jurisdiction, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Subcontractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of The Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act, As Amended, And Regulations Promulgated There Under. In Addition, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Contractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of All Other Applicable Federal, State, And Local Statues, Ordinances, And Regulations.
recovered Materials. The Offeror/contractor Is Encouraged To Use Recovered Material In Accordance With Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 23.4 To The Maximum Extent Practical.
packaging And Packing. Graveliners Will Be Palleted Or Otherwise Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With Standard Commercial Practice To Ensure Carrier Acceptance And Safe Delivery In Containers Complying With Rules And Regulations Applicable To The Mode Of Transportation.
marking. Shipping Containers Will Be Marked In Accordance With The Manufacturer's Standard Commercial Practice. The Production Date Will Be Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Marked On Each Component Which Makes Up A Graveliner.
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copies Of Federal Standard No. 376, Preferred Metric Units For General Use By The Federal Government And Federal Test Standard 191 Are Available From General Services Administration Business Service Centers In Boston, Ma; New York, Ny; Philadelphia, Pa; Washington, Dc; Atlanta, Ga; Chicago, Il; Kansas City, Mo; Fort Worth, Tx; Denver, Co; San Francisco, Ca; Los Angeles, Ca; And Seattle, Wa.
copies Of Specifications And Standards Are Also Available From Department Of Defense Single
stock Point. Special Assistance Desk, Telephone (215) 697-2667 Or 2179 Will Provide You Adequate Information By Mail Or Tele-specs Mode.
copies Of United States Pharmacopoeia (usp) Regulations May Be Obtained From: Uspc, Inc., 12601 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, Md 20852, Usa.
ordering Data. Purchasers Should Select The Preferred Options Permitted Herein, And Include The Following Information In Procurement Documents:
title, Number, And Date Of This Commercial Item Description
type, Style And Size.
the Unit Price Is All-inclusive And Covers The Production And Transportation.
General Requirements
it Shall Be The Contractor S Responsibility To Keep Pace With The Burial And Grave Liner Requirements Of Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Road, Holly, Mi 48442, By Furnishing And Delivering Concrete Grave Liners And Lids At Said Location To Remain In Close Proximity To Excavation Crews As Customarily Required By National Cemetery Policy. Normally Several Crews Are Used Daily For Excavations, Which Will Result In Grave Liners Being Installed In Different Sections Of The Cemetery At Or Near The Same Time. Great Lakes National Cemetery Gravesites Measure 3' X 8' Deep And Will Require Exact Preciseness In Placement Of Grave Liners. Grave Depths Are Generally Seven Feet Deep, However, May Occasionally Exceed Seven Feet.
damages Caused By Contractor's Neglect
in The Event Damages Result To The Units And/or Gravesites (cave-in's), Surrounding Areas, Headstones, Or To Third Parties Due To Neglect By The Contractor, Restitution Will Be Required At No Cost To The Agency. Changes In Schedules, Work Assignments Or Delays Of Daily Operation Must Not Occur Under Any Circumstances. The Contractor Will Repair Any Turf Damaged; By Back-filling With Clean Dirt, Compacting, Seed And Straw Matting. Contractor Will Be Allowed To Use Cemetery Material For This Task.
transportation, Storage, And Handling
units Shall Be Transported, And Handled To Prevent Damage To Surfaces, Edges, And Corners And To Prevent The Development Of Stresses And Cracks.â The Contractor Shall Provide Temporary Bracing Protection Devices And Measures As Necessary To Prevent Damage To The Units During Handling And Transportation.â â Contractor Is Responsible For Transportation And Handling Of Units Such That Any Negligence On The Contractor S Part, Shall Be Corrected At The Contractor S Expense.â Use The Designed Crypt Lifting Cable To Transport Grave Liners.â â On The Job Site, Forklift Handling Of Grave Liners May Be Approved By The Va Upon Demonstration That No Crypt Damages Will Be Incurred.
storage Rejection
grave Liners May Be Stored On The Cemetery Grounds, Upon Approval From Cemetery Director Only. All Damaged Or Rejected Units Shall Be Removed, Without Exception, From The Cemetery Grounds. All Rejected Units Will Be Indicated (marked In Such A Manner), As Mutually Agreed Upon By The Contractor And The Cemetery Director.
delivery Requirements
all Work Shall Be Performed During Normal Cemetery Hours Of Operation, 8:00am Through 4:00pm Local Time Monday Through Friday, And Certain Weekend And Holidays, As Required (see Federal Holidays). Work Performed During Non-duty Hours, Weekends, And Holidays, Will Be At The Approval Of The Cor. The Contractor Will Normally Be Notified Of Unit Requirements To Be Delivered The Day Prior To Need. In Instances When Approval From The Cemetery Director Tasks The Contractor With Grave Liner Removal, The Contractor Shall Be Required To Remove The Grave Liner From The Gravesite At No Additional Cost To The Government.
the Contractor Agrees To Phase All Work In Such A Manner As Not To Impact On Or Interfere With Cemetery Operations. The Contractor Shall Not Operate Equipment, Machinery, Or Otherwise Perform Contract Work Within 250 Feet Of Any Ongoing Interment Service. The Cor May Coordinate With Contractor S Performance In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Ensure Smooth Cemetery Operations.
federal Holidays (holidays Observed By The Federal Government)
new Year's Day 1st Day Of January
martin Luther King's Birthday President's Day Third Monday In January
presidents Day Third Monday In February
memorial Day Last Monday In May
juneteenth Day 19th Day Of June
independence Day 4th Day In July
labor Day First Monday In September
columbus Day Second Monday In October
veterans Day 11th Day In November
thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday In November
christmas Day 25th Day Of December
if A Holiday Falls On Sunday, The Following Monday Will Be Observed As The Legal Holiday. When A Holiday Falls On A Saturday, The Preceding Friday Is Observed As A Legal Holiday By U.s. Government Agencies. Also Included Would Be Any Day Specifically Declared By The President Of The United States Of America As A National Holiday.
i. Performance Of Work On Cemetery Grounds
conduct:
great Lakes National Cemetery Is A National Shrine. The National Cemetery Administration (nca) Are National Shrines That Honors Veterans With A Final Resting Place And Lasting Memorials That Commemorate Their Service To Our Nation. The Standards Of Work, Appearance, And Procedures Performed By Contractors At National Cemeteries Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interred There. Due To The Sensitive Mission Of The Cemetery, Contractor S Personnel Must Exercise And Exhibit Absolute Decorum, Composure, And Stability At All Times.
as The Work Being Performed Is At A National Cemetery All Contractor S Employee Must Always Look Professional And Neat In Appearance; And Be Fully Clothed To Include Upper Garment To Cover The Body From The Waist To Neck And Long Pants Or Slacks. The Contractor Shall Require Its Employees, Including Subcontractors, To Wear Distinctive Visible Identification At All Times For Easy Identification While On Nca Premises. Contractor And Contractor S Personnel (including Subcontractor And Their Employees) Shall Be Required To Adhere To The Standards Of Dress And Conduct While Performing Work On The National Cemetery. These Standards And Regulations Are Enforceable Under Title 38, U.s.c. Section 218.
contractor S Personnel Shall:
be Fully Clothed At All Times, To Include Long Slacks Or Pants And Shirt, Buttoned Up From Neck To Waist. Clothing Will Be Clean Each Day. Any Soiled Clothing Should Be Cemetery Work-related
that Day. Tank Tops As Outer Garments Are Prohibited. Tee-shirts Will Have The Company Logo Visibly Displayed. Shoes/boots Will Have No Holes Or Loose Soles. Steel-toed Shoes Shall Be Required In Accordance With Osha. Contractor Employees Shall Maintain Personal Hygiene.
not Engage In Loud Or Boisterous Behavior Or Use Profane Or Abusive Language. Shall Show Proper Reverence During Committal Service.
not Eat Or Drink Beverages Except Water Or Non-alcoholic Drinks While In Work Area Or In Sight Of Committal Service Area During A Service. Use Of Intoxicating Beverages And/or Drugs Is Strictly Prohibited.
not Lean, Sit Or Stand On Or Against Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments. No Tools, Equipment Or Other Items Will Be Placed Or Leaned On Headstones Or Monuments At Any Time. Contractor Personnel Shall Not Drive Over Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments.
only Smoke In Smoking Areas, As Designated By The Cor. All Other Areas Are Designated As No Smoking.
contractor Must Discuss The Guidance In This Paragraph With Its Employees And All Subcontractors. Any Doubts As To Proper Procedures Shall Be Brought To The Attention Of The Cor And Contracting Officer For Guidance Or Resolution. Contractor And Subcontractor Employee Shall Sign A Statement Of Compliance (if Applicable); And Shall Deliver The Signed Statements To The Cor Before Work May Begin Or Before Any New Employee Is Allowed To Work On Cemetery Grounds.
contractor Shall Be Responsible For Maintaining Satisfactory Standards Of Personnel Conduct And Work Performance And Shall Administer Disciplinary Action As Required. Contractor Is Expected To Remove Any Employees From The Cemetery For Cause, To Include, But Not Limited To, Safety Violations, Other Misconduct In Performance Of Duty Under These Specifications And/or Conduct Contrary To The Best Interests Of The Government. If The Contractor Fails To Act In This Regard, Or The Reason For A Removal Is Immediately Required To Protect The Interests Of The Government, The Cor May Communicate The Removal Of An Employee From The Premises. Contractor S Objections To Any Such Action Will Be Referred To The Contacting Officer For Final Resolution; However, The Contractor Will First Immediately Comply With The Cor S Communication Pending The Contacting Officer Final Resolution At A Later Time Or Date. 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 Communicated By The Cor And Is Later Found Invalid And/or Unreasonable By The Contracting Officer.
metric Products
products Manufactured To Metric Dimensions Will Be Conducted On An Equal Basis With Those Manufactured Inch-pound Units, Providing They Fall Within The Tolerances Specified Using Conversion Tables Contained In The Latest Revision Of Federal Standard No. 376, And All Other Requirements Of This Document Are Met.
if A Product Is Manufactured To Metric Dimensions And Those Dimensions Exceed The Tolerances Specified In The Inch-pound Units, A Request Should Be Made To The Contracting Officer, In Conjunction With The Cor, Who Will Accept Or Reject The Product.
packaging And Marking
grave Liners Will Be Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With The Commercial Item Description (cid) No. A-a-30194. Grave Liners And Lids Shall Be Marked In Accordance With The Cid.
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j. Contract Management
representatives Of The Contracting Officer: The Va Contracting Officer Will Designate One (or More) Representatives To Serve As The Contracting Officer S Representative (cor) To
Act For Him/her In Furnishing Technical Guidance And Advice Or Providing General Guidance The Work To Be Performed Under The Contract. Such Designation Will Be In Writing And Will Define The Scope And Limitations Of The Cor S Authority. A Copy Of The Designation(s) Shall Be Furnished To The Contractor At Time Of Award.
the Cor May Communicate And Arrange The Contractor S Work Schedule In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Coordinate With Daily Cemetery Activities And Operations. Duties And Responsibilities Of The Cor Include Day-to-day Monitoring Of The Contract As Follows:
(i) Providing Contract Oversight And Technical Guidance To The Contractor.
(ii) Placing Orders For Services.
(iii) Verification / Certification Of Payments To The Contractor For Services Rendered.
(iv) Assuring That Any Changes Effecting Work Involved, Price, Terms And/or Conditions Under The Contract Are Not Implemented Before Written Authorization Is Issued By The Contracting Officer.
all Administrative Contract Functions Are The Responsibility Of The Va Contracting Officer. Any Modifications To The Contract, Including Those Involving No-cost Changes,
increases And Decreases In Cost Or Level Of Services Provided, Termination Or Extension Of The Contract (in Part Or In Whole) And Decisions Concerning Claims Or Disputes, Must Be Provided In Writing By The Government Contracting Officer.
(c) Site Manager: The Contractor Shall Provide A Site Manager Who Will Be Always On-site During Contract Performance. The Site Manager Shall Be Responsible For The Following:
(i) Communicating, Overseeing And Coordinating The Work Involved.
(ii) Staying Abreast Of All Upcoming Cemetery Functions Including Special Holiday Events And Interment Activities.
(iii) Ensuring That Contract Work Does Not Cause Any Committal Service, Ceremony, Procession Or Visitation To Be Delayed, Altered, Or Otherwise Impacted In Such A Way That The Dignity, Security, Or Safety Of The Event Or Visit Is Compromised.
(d) The Site Manager Shall Reassign Work Throughout The Rest Of The Cemetery So That Productive Use Of Labor And Equipment Is Assured, And Downtime Is Avoided. If The Contractor Fails To Reassign Employees Away From An Event In A Timely Fashion, The Cor May Then Do So.
communication & Coordination Of Work With Cor: Communication With The Cor (or Designee) Is Strongly Encouraged. Burial Activities At Nca Shall Take Precedence Over Contract Work Activities. Work Activity And Noise Shall Not Disturb Burial Services. Trucks And Workmen Shall Be Prohibited From Passing Through The Service Area During This Period.
notwithstanding The Contractors Responsibility For Total Management During The Performance Of This Contract, The Administration Of The Contract Will Require Maximum
coordination Between The Government And The Contractor. The Government Will Provide, At The Time Of Contract Award, A List Of Government Personnel To Act As Cor.
k. Period Of Performance
performance Period: The Term Of This Contract Shall Be For A Period From Date Of Contract Award Through 364 Calendar Days. Contractor Shall Submit An Invoice At The End Of Each Month. Delivery Of All Items Under This Contract Is Fob Destination And Is Subject To Inspection And Acceptance By The Nca Contracting Officer S Representative (cor).
base Period: Date Of Award Thru 364 Calendar Days
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Closing Date22 Feb 2024
Tender AmountRefer Documents
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF USA Tender
United States
Details: Sources Sought Synopsis
the National Cemetery Administration Is Issuing This Synopsis As A Means Of Conducting Market Research To Identify Parties Having An Interest In And The Resources To Support This Requirement For Supply And Installation Of Concrete Grave Liners. Additional Information Regarding The Requirement Is Available In The Statement Of Work (sow) In The Appendix Accompanying This Notice. The Result Of This Market Research Will Contribute To Determining The Method Of Acquisition. The Applicable North American Industry Classification System (naics) Code Assigned To This Acquisition Is 327390.
there Is No Solicitation At This Time. This Request For Capability Information Does Not Constitute A Request For Proposals; Submission Of Any Information In Response To This Market Survey Is Purely Voluntary; The Government Assumes No Financial Responsibility For Any Costs Incurred.
if Your Organization Has The Potential Capacity To Perform These Contract Services, Please Provide The Following Information:
organization Name, Address, Email Address, Website Address, Telephone Number, And Size And Type Of Ownership For The Organization; And
tailored Capability Statements Addressing The Particulars Of This Effort, With Appropriate Documentation Supporting Claims Of Organizational And Staff Capability, To Include Whether You Can Supply The Grave Liners And Provide Installation. If Significant Subcontracting Or Teaming Is Anticipated To Deliver Technical Capability, Address The Administrative And Management Structure Of Such Arrangements (i.e. Will A Subcontractor Be Used To Provide Installation Services).
the Government Will Evaluate Market Information To Ascertain Potential Market Capacity To:
provide Services Consistent In Scope And Scale With Those Described In This Notice And Otherwise Anticipated;
and Determined What Socio-economic Categories Can Provide These Services.
based On The Responses To This Sources Sought Notice/market Research, This Requirement May Be Set Aside For Small Business Categories Or Procured Through Full And Open Competition. The Government Will Not Provide Feedback Or Evaluations To Companies Regarding Their Submissions In Response To This Notice.
submission Instructions: Interested Parties Who Consider Themselves Qualified To Perform The Above-listed Services Are Invited To Submit A Response To This Sources Sought Notice By July 26, 2024 At 12:00 Pm Est. All Responses Under This Notice Must Be Emailed To Sarah Poole At Sarah.poole1@va.gov And Use The Following Title In The Subject Line: 36c78624q0079 Calverton National Cemetery Grave Liners.
if You Have Any Questions Concerning This Opportunity, Please Contact Sarah Poole, Contract Specialist At Sarah.poole1@va.gov.
Appendix 1: Purpose And Objectives
Statement Of Work
concrete Grave Liners: The Contractor Shall Furnish, Deliver & Install Prefabricated Concrete Grave Liners At The Calverton National Cemetery, 210 Princeton Blvd, Calverton, Ny 11933. Grave Liners Will Be Fabricated In Strict Accordance With Attachment - A (gsa Commercial Item Description A-a-30194 (dated July 26, 1993) - Liner, Grave, Concrete Which Is Attached And Modified As Follows:
liner Dimensions To Be As Identified In The Bid Schedule.
liners Are To Be Constructed To Withstand A 20,000 Pounds Axle Load.
unit Price: The Unit Price Indicated In The Schedule Is All-inclusive And Covers The Fabrication, Transportation, And Installation Of All Concrete Grave Liners Ordered.
the Installation & Covering Of Concrete Grave Liners Will Be Accomplished By The Contractor And Coordinated With The Contracting Officer S Representative (cor) Or Alternate Contracting Officer S Representative (acor) By The Provision Of Calverton National Cemetery S Daily Interment Schedule.
description / Specifications / Work Statement
contractor Shall Provide All Labor, Materials, And Transportation Necessary To Furnish And Install Concrete Grave Liners At Calverton National Cemetery, 210 Princeton Blvd, Calverton, Ny 11933, In Accordance With The Requirements Of Commercial Item Description (cid), No. A-a-30194, Dated July 26, 1993 (attachment A).
general Requirements
it Is The Contractor's Responsibility To Keep Pace With The Grave Liner Requirements Of Calverton National Cemetery In The Placement Of Grave Liners And To Remain In Close Proximity To Excavation Crews As Directed And Customarily Required By Va National Cemetery Policy And Remain On Station Until Grave Covers Are In Place.
normally, Two Or More Crews Are Used Daily For Excavation, Which Results In Interments Being Made In More Than One Area (section). The Contractor Shall Provide Their Employees Suitable Radio Communication Equipment To Coordinate The Interment Operation. Calverton National Cemetery Shall Provide Radio Frequencies To Assure Compatibility With The Cemetery S Radio Equipment. Caskets Cannot Be Left Unattended. If The Contractor Is Not Available To Cover Grave Liners Within The Time Specified; It Will Result In Delays To The Government Operation. If These Delays Result In A Necessity For Government Personnel To Work Overtime, The Contractor Shall Reimburse The Government (in The Form Of A Payment Deduction) For The Overtime Wages Incurred.
calverton National Cemetery Uses A Gravesite Measuring 6' X 10' And 4 X 8 In Burial Sections. This Will Require Exact Preciseness In Placement Of Grave Liners. Grave Depths Are Generally 5 To 7 Feet Deep.
inscriptions: Date Of Manufacture Shall Be Inscribed On Both Box & Lid And Shall Be Visible From The End Of The Box And Lid.
installation
initial / Special Request Interments: For Initial Interments Grave Liner Units Are To Be Installed Two Days Prior To Interments. Grave Liner Lids Shall Be Removed By 10:00 Am The Day Of Scheduled Interment. The Removed Grave Liner Unit Lids Shall Be Relocated To A Designated Location Or Flatbed Truck. Prior To Removal Each Shall Be And Marked To Identify The Grave Liner They Shall Be Returned To. The Grave Liner Unit Lid Shall Be Placed To Close (secure) The Grave Liner Unit No Later Than Thirty (30) Minutes After The Casket Has Been Lowered Into The Grave Liner. On Weekends And Holidays Grave Liner Unit Lids Shall Be Closed.
second Interments: For Second Interments Grave Liner Units Are To Be Installed In The Gravesite Within Thirty (30) Minutes Of Excavation. The Grave Liner Unit Lid Shall Be Placed To Close (secure) The Grave Liner Immediately After The Casket Has Been Lowered Into The Grave Liner. On Weekends And Holidays Grave Liner Unit Lids Shall Be Closed.
superintendence By The Contractor: The Contractor Shall Have A Supervisor On Station At All Times During Normal Working Hours, To Include Delivery, Transport, And Installation Of Grave Liners. The Supervisor Is To Serve As The Single Point Of Contact For The Contractor With The Cor/acor. The Supervisor Will Perform 100 Percent Quality Assurance Of Contractor Work. At The Close Of Business Each Day, The Supervisor Will Provide A Written Verification In The Form Of A Check List, Verifying That All Work Assigned For The Day Has Been Completed And Is In Accordance With The Contract Specifications. This Should Accompany The Manifest Of Liners Installed That Day.
safety Manager: The Contractor Shall Provide A Safety Manager. The Contractor Safety Manager Must Be On Site At All Times When Work Is Being Performed. The Superintendent May Also Serve As The Safety Manager. The Safety Manager Must Assure The Contractor Personnel Follow All Applicable Va And Osha Safety Guidelines. Safety Equipment Must Be Worn At All Times. Rework And Safety Violations Will Result In Contractor Discrepancy Reports (cdr).
equipment And Manpower: Requirements Will Vary Based On Daily Workload. The Cemetery Is Active 6 Days Per Week. The Contractor Must Have The Ability To Bring Personnel And Equipment On And Off The Job As Needed To Meet Contract Requirements. (the Cemetery Occasionally Has Performed 65 Internments On A Single Day.)
installation: All Installation Normally Associated In The Placement Of Grave Liner Units Shall Be The Contractor's Responsibility. Calverton National Cemetery Shall Not Provide Employees To Assist With The Installation Of These Units. The Installation Of The Grave Liners Requires, At A Minimum, A Two-man Crew, An Operator Of The Boom And A Spotter To Guide The Liner To Assure Precise Placement And Prevent Cave-ins. If A Cave-in Occurs, The Contractor Shall Be Responsible For Correcting The Deficiencies. The Grave Liner Units Shall Be Visually Spotted And Placed As Level As Practical. Calverton National Cemetery Reserves The Right To Determine What Constitutes An Acceptably Placed Unit. Removal, Replacement Or Corrective Work Resulting From Negligence By The Contractor Shall Be Corrected At No Additional Cost To The Government. Corrective Work Shall Not Result In Delays For Scheduled Interments Or Result In Calverton National Cemetery Personnel Being Required To Work Beyond The Normal Work Hours Of 8:00 Am To 5:00 Pm.
installation In Occupied Sections: When It Is Necessary To Transport Grave Liners Into Established Burial Sections; A Portable Vault Carrier (logan) Will Be Used. The Contractor May Contact The Interment Foreman To Request The Use Of A Contractor Furnished Boom Truck Equipped With Specially Modified Flotation Tires Where Appropriate. Equipment To Be Used In Occupied Sections Shall Not Exceed 11,000-lbs. Gross Axle Weight With A Footprint No Heavier Than 17 Pounds Per Square Inch When Operating In Established Burial Sections. The Interment Foreman Shall Be Available To Provide Assistance In Determining Access Points Into Burial Sections.
damages Caused By Contractor's Neglect: In The Event Damages Result To The Units And/or Gravesites (cave-in's) Or Surrounding Areas, Including Damage To Third Parties Due To Neglect By The Contractor, Repair And/or Restoration Will Be Accomplished At No Cost To The Agency. Corrective Work Because Of Damages Will Not Result In Delays Or Changes For Scheduled Interments, Work Assignments Or Delay Daily Operations. All Damaged Or Rejected Grave Liner Units Shall Be Removed From The Cemetery Grounds By The End Of Each Month.
storage: A Minimum Of Three Hundred (300) Style 1, Medium Grave Liners Shall Be Stored In A Designated Area Within The Cemetery Grounds At All Times To Assure Accessibility Of Grave Liners During Inclement Weather Conditions And Emergency Situations.
protection Of Lawns And Grounds: The Contractor Shall Take Positive Measures To Protect The Finished Grave From Any Form Of Damage Including Tire Marks, Ruts, Etc. This May Involve Using Contractor Furnished Materials Such As Plywood Or Some Other Material Beneath All Apparatus Tires, Specially Crafted Vehicles, Balloon Tires, Etc. (the Cemetery Is Permitted No More Than 5 Percent Of Annual Interments Resulting In Damage To Existing Grades). This Corrective Action To Repair Damage Must Be Initiated By Close Of Business That Same Day. Contractor Must Consider Soil And Weather Conditions At The Cemetery To Assure Precautions Are Suitable For The Existing Conditions.
delivery
cemetery Access: Contractor Equipment And Delivery Access To Calverton National Cemetery Shall Be Through The Maintenance Entrance, Ny Route 25 Only. The Contractor Shall Be Notified Of Requirements For Grave Liner Units To Be Delivered To The Calverton National Cemetery A Minimum Of Twenty-four (24) Hours In Advance. The Requirements For The Following Day, To The Extent Possible, Will Be Communicated To The Contractor By 4:30pm - Monday Thru Friday.
federal Holidays: The Contractor Will Be Required To Work Burials Schedule During Holidays And/or Weekends Within Calverton National Cemetery. The Eleven Holidays Observed By The Federal Government Are As Follows: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King's Birthday, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, 4th Of July, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Or Any Other Day Specifically Declared By The President Of The United States To Be A National Holiday. Please Note That When A Holiday Falls On Sunday, The Following Monday Will Be Observed As The Legal Holiday. When A Holiday Falls On Saturday, The Preceding Friday Is Observed As A Legal Holiday.
hours Of Operations: Normal Hours Of Operation For Installation Of Grave Liner Units Are 8:00am Through 4:30pm, Monday Through Friday. The Contractor Shall Be Required To Be Available For Work On Holidays And Saturdays, As Needed, When The Interment Section Is Operating; Advance Notice Of 24 Hours Of Holiday Work Shall Be Given Except In Emergency Situations.
the Contractor Agrees To Phase All Work In Such A Manner As Not To Impact On Or Interfere With Cemetery Operations. The Contractor Shall Not Operate Equipment, Machinery, Or Otherwise Perform Contract Work Within 250 Feet Of Any Ongoing Committal Service. The Cor Will Inform The Contractor If There Are Specific Areas Of The Cemetery That They Need To Avoid Working In.
contractor Responsibilities
appearance: Contractor Personnel Appearance And Conduct Shall Be Professional And Unobtrusive At All Times. Questions From Cemetery Visitors Shall Be Politely Referred Or Directed To Cemetery Personnel.
conduct: Contractor Personnel Shall Not Engage In Loud Or Boisterous Behavior, Use Profane Or Abusive Language Or Use Personal Radios. Due To The Sensitive Mission Of The Cemetery, Contractor Employees Must Exercise Courtesy And Respect While Within The Cemetery. If Inquiries Are Received From Visitors, They Are To Be Referred To Calverton National Cemetery Employees In The Field Or The Administrative Office.
dress: Contractor Employees Shall Be Fully Clothed At All Times, To Include An Upper Garment To Cover The Body From The Waist To Neck And Long Pants. At No Time Are Shorts Allowed. Garments That Have A Message Of Slogan Other Than The Contractor S Business Attire Are Prohibited. Other Clothing In Question Shall Require The Written Approval Of The Cemetery Director Or Designee.
the Contractor Shall Observe Traffic, Parking, Directional Signs, And Regulations When Using The Cemetery's Roadways. Vehicles Shall Not Be Driven Off The Paved Roadways Onto Non-paved Areas Without First Securing Permission From The Cor/acor.
the Contractor Shall Leave All Work Areas Free Of Debris And In The Same Condition As Before The Work Commenced. The Contractor Agrees To Take All Necessary Precautions To Protect Vegetation, As Appropriate, In The Immediate Work Area(s).
work Ethics: The Government Will Not Tolerate A Contractor Influencing A Family, Concerned Person, Or Funeral Service Persons To Use Or Not Use A Government-provided Grave Liner.
contract Management
representatives Of The Contracting Officer: The Va Contracting Officer Will Designate One (or More) Representatives To Serve As The Cor/acor To Act For Him/her/they In Furnishing Technical Guidance And Advice Or Generally Directing The Work To Be Performed Under The Contract. Such Designation Will Be In Writing And Will Define The Scope And Limitations Of The Cor/acor S Authority. A Copy Of The Designation(s) Shall Be Furnished To The Contractor At Time Of Award.
duties And Responsibilities Of The Cor/acor Include Day-to-day Monitoring Of The Contract As Follows:
providing Contract Oversight And Technical Guidance To The Contractor.
verification / Certification Of Payments To The Contractor For Services Rendered.
assuring That Any Changes Effecting Work Involved, Price, Terms, And/or Conditions Under The Contract Are Not Implemented Before Written Authorization Is Issued By The Contracting Officer.
all Administrative Contract Functions Are The Responsibility Of The Va Contracting Officer. Any Modifications To The Contract, Including Those Involving No-cost Changes, Increases, And Decreases In Cost Or Level Of Services Provided, Termination Or Extension Of The Contract (in Part Or In Whole) And Decisions Concerning Claims Or Disputes, Must Be Authorized In Writing By The Government Contracting Officer.
superintendent/site Manager: The Contractor Shall Provide A Superintendent/site Manager Who Will Be On-site At All Times During Contract Performance. The Site Manager Will Be Responsible For The Following:
directing, Overseeing, And Coordinating The Work Involved.
staying Abreast Of All Upcoming Cemetery Functions Including Special Holiday Events And Interment Activities.
ensuring That Contract Work Does Not Cause Any Committal Service, Ceremony, Procession, Or Visitation To Be Delayed, Altered, Or Otherwise Impacted In Such A Way That The Dignity, Security, Or Safety Of The Event Or Visit Is Compromised.
the Superintendent/site Manager Will Re-direct Work Throughout The Rest Of The Cemetery So That Productive Use Of Labor And Equipment Is Assured, And Downtime Is Avoided. If The Contractor Fails To Re-direct Employees Away From An Event In A Timely Fashion, The Cor/acor May Then Do So.
communication & Coordination Of Work With Cor/acor: Communication With The Cor/acor (or Designee) Is Strongly Encouraged. Burial Activities At Nca Shall Take Precedence Over Contract Work Activities. Work Activity And Noise Cannot Disturb Burial Services. Trucks And Workmen Are Prohibited From Passing Through The Service Area During This Period.
notwithstanding The Contractor S Responsibility For Total Management During The Performance Of This Contract, The Administration Of The Contract Will Require Maximum Coordination Between The Government And The Contractor. The Government Shall Provide, At The Time Of Contract Award, A List Of Government Personnel Authorized To Act As Cor/acor.
the Contractor Shall Possess And Maintain All Necessary Insurance, Licenses, And Permits Required For Contract Performance. Contractor Is Responsible For Any Injury To Himself/herself/themself, His/her/they Employees, As Well As For Any Damage To Personal Or Public Property That Occurs During The Performance Of This Contract That Is Caused By His/her/they Employees Fault Or Negligence, And Shall Maintain Personal Liability And Property Damage Insurance Having Coverage For A Limit As Required By The Laws Of The State Of New York.
reporting "on-the-job" Injuries: The Contractor Is Required To Report All "on-the-job" Injuries Incurred By The Contractor, Its Agents, Or Employees, Resulting From Performance Of This Contract. Contractor Will Notify The Cor/acor (either Orally Or Via Telephone) Within Twenty-four (24) Hours Of The Injury And Provide Details And Exact Location Of The Incident. This Will Be Followed Up By A Written Notice To The Cor/acor. Any Contractor (including Its Agents And Employees) That Knowingly Files A False Claim May Be Criminally Prosecuted.
(end Of Statement Of Work/specifications)
attachment - A
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a-a-30194
july 26, 1993
commercial Item Description
liner, Grave, Concrete
the General Services Administration Has Authorized The Use Of This Commercial Item Description As A Replacement For Va Specification X1708g For Concrete.
this Commercial Item Description Describes Concrete Grave Liners Intended For Use In National Cemetery To Prevent The Sinkage Of Soil In Graves.
salient Characteristics. Liner, Grave, Concrete - Shall Be Constructed From Reinforced Concrete Utilizing Portland Cement. Cement Will Be Of Commercial Quality Using Steel And/or Polypropylene Reinforcement. In Addition The Material(s) Used In The Production Of Concrete Grave Liners Shall Be Impervious To Any Destructive Action Of The Natural Elements Possibly Contained In The Cemetery Soil Which Can Range From Extreme Acidic To Extreme Alkaline Conditions.
concrete Grave Liners Must Be Properly Cured For 28 Days Before Delivery And The Concrete Must Have A Minimum Compression Strength Of 31,027 Kilopascal (kpa) Or 4,500 Pound-force/square Inch (psi).
Style 1 - Box With Separate Lid
Style 2 - Dome With A Base
Style 3 - Dome Without A Base
sizes Internal Dimensions (imperial Unit)
A. Small Liner 58 In By 20 In By 18 In
B. Medium Liner 86 In By 30 In By 24 In
C. Oversize Liner 90 In By 32 In By 26 In
D. Extra Large Liner 92 In By 36 In By 28 In
sizes Internal Dimensions (metric Unit)
A. Small Liner 147 Cm By 51 Cm By 46 Cm
B. Medium Line 218 Cm By 76 Cm By 61 Cm
C. Oversize Liner 229 Cm By 81 Cm By 66 Cm
D. Extra Large Liner 234 Cm By 91 Cm By 71 Cm
internal Dimensions Listed Above Are Nominal For The Standard Sizes And Small Variances Are Permitted In The Use Of Standard Commercial Products Providing Size Permits Use Of Standard Caskets.
unit: Each
workmanship. Grave Liners Shall Be Free From Defects Which Detract From Its Appearance Or Impair Its Serviceability.
performance. Grave Liners Furnished Will Be Designed For A Maximum Burial Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In) From The Bottom Of The Liner, With Minimum Soil Cover Of 46 Cm (18 In), Be Capable Of Structurally Withstanding Passage Of An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Lbs.) After Burial And Provide For Ease Of Installation. Liners Will Have A Sufficient Weight Bearing Surface Area To Prevent Sinkage. This Area May Vary Depending Upon Soil Conditions, But In All Cases, Will Be Capable Of Passing The Functional Test Specified In Paragraphs Entitled Functional Tests In Order To Perform This Function In Place After Installation. The Ongoing Static Loads In This Environment Include The Weight Of The Backfill, Changes In The Water Table, And Pressures From The Freeze-thaw Cycle Where Applicable. In Addition, The Grave Liner Shall Be Designed To Withstand The Dynamic, Differential And Impact Loads And Stresses Which Are Exerted Upon A Unit During The Interment Process. Such Loads And Stresses Include Compaction Of The (backfill) Soil, Excavation Of Adjoining Gravesite, As Well As The Pressures And Forces Exerted By Normal Cemetery Excavation, Compaction And Maintenance Equipment. Grave Liner Designs Shall Be Such As To Prevent Any Potential Sinkage Due To Chiseling (the Sinkage Process Caused Because Of Insufficient Surface Area Contact With The Bottom Of The Grave.) And Fatigue Creep (the Long Run Sagging Process Of The Weight Bearing Surface Area).
design And Construction. Grave Liners Will Meet The Performance Requirements. The Combination Of The Design Shape, Design Thickness, Structure And Material Shall Be Capable Of Supporting The Required 2.27 Metric Tons (5,000 Lbs.) Center Load Pressure Test And The Axle Load Test Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Lbs.), Plus The Superimposed Earth Load. Both The Exterior Dimensions And The Weight Of The Grave Liner Shall Be Kept To A Minimum In Accordance With The Normal Internal Dimension Standards Specified Above In Paragraph Labeled Salient Characteristics And The Required Structural Strength Specified Above. Design Contours And Shapes Will Be Such As To Eliminate Any Possible Back-fill Voids, Settling, Sinking, Floating Or Raising Of The Grave Liner Once Interred. The Grave Liners And Parts Thereof Will Have Provisions To Facilitate Both The Ease Of Installation And Removal Of The Unit And Its Component Parts. All Lifting Apparatus Must Be Adequately Anchored In The Unit To Sufficiently Withstand The Stresses Of Lifting And Placing The Unit. Grave Liners Will Have Knockout Holes To Permit Drainage.
inscription. The Date Of Manufacture Will Be Permanently Recorded On The Grave Liner So That The Contractor Can Identify His Product According To The Date Of Production.
quality Control And Assurance Provisions
responsibility For Inspection. Unless Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor Is Responsible For The Performance Of All Inspection Requirements As Specified Herein. Except As Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor May Use His Own Or Any Facilities Suitable For The Performance Of The Inspection Requirements Specified Herein Unless Disapproved By The Government.
the Government Reserves The Right To Perform Any Of The Inspections Set Forth In The Specification Where Such Inspections Are Deemed Necessary To Assure That Supplies And Services Conform To Prescribed Requirements.
records. Records Of Examinations And Tests Performed By Or For The Contractor Shall Be Maintained By The Contractor And Made Available To The Government, Upon The Government S Request, At Any Time, Or From Time To Time, During The Performance Of The Contract And For A Period Of Three Years After Delivery Of The Supplies To Which Such Records Relate.
inspection. Inspection, As Used Herein, Is Defined As Both Examination (such As Visual Or Auditory Investigation Without The Use Of Special Laboratory Appliances Or Procedures) And Testing (determination By Technical Means Of Physical And Chemical Properties) Of The Item.
tests. Tests Shall Be Conducted To Determine Compliance With These Commercial Item Description Requirements. Where Feasible, The Same Sample Shall Be Used For The Determination Of Two Or More Test Characteristics.
testing Of Components. Upon Request, The Supplier Will Furnish A Certification Of Compliance, Issued By An Independent Testing Laboratory Or An Approved Testing Program. This Would Include An Analysis For All Characteristics Of Material Specified And Applicable Referenced Specifications. The Government Reserves The Right To Verify The Correctness Of Such Certificates Of Compliance And Analysis. Approved Grave Liners Are Subject To Both Random Compliance And Complete Re-testing.
the Grave Liners Will Conform To The Following American Society For Testing And Materials (astm) Standards.
astm C 33 - Standard Specifications For Concrete Aggregate
astm C 39 - Test Method For Compressive Strength Of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
astm C 40 - Standard Test Method For Organic Impurities In Fine Aggregates For Cement
astm C 94 - Standard Specification For Ready-mixed Concrete
astm C 150 - Standard Specification For Portland
astm C 173 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Volumetric Method
astm C 231 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Pressure Method
astm C 260 - Standard Specification For Air-entraining Admixtures For Concrete
astm C 330 - Standard Specification For Lightweight Aggregates For Structural Concrete
astm C 494 - Standard Specification For Chemical Admixtures For Concrete
sampling For Examination. Sampling For Examination Shall Be Conducted In Accordance With Mil-std-105, With An Aql Of 1.0 (percent Defective) And An Inspection Level Of S-1.
examination Of Furnished Product. Grave Liners Will Be Examined For The Defects Listed Below. Whenever A Deviation To Specified Requirements Is Noted, Correction Will Be Made. Failure To Make Corrections Will Be Cause For Rejection:
size/dimensions Not As Specified.
materials Not As Specified.
production Date Not Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Recorded.
drainage Holes Not Provided.
surface Contains Foreign Inclusions, Spalling, Holes, Cracks, Large Voids, Or Other Evidence Of Poor Manufacture.
provisions To Facilitate Installation And Removal Not Provided.
functional Test. Upon Request, A Functional Load Test Will Be Made At The Contractor S Expense Under The Direction Of The Contracting Officer, Or His/her Representative, To Ensure The Grave Liner, As Furnished, Will Be Capable Of Supporting Load Weight Stated In Paragraph Entitled Design And Construction . The Functional Test Will Consist Of Two Loading Conditions:
unconfined Loading. (center Load Pressure Test)
place Base On 10.16 Cm (4 In) X 10.16 Cm (4 In), Spaced Approximately 0.305 M (12 In), From Each End Of The Test Product.
place Cover On Base. The Producer May Choose To Use A Temporary Gasket Material In The Sealant (tongue And Groove) Area Of A Grave Liner In Place Of The Permanent Sealant.
a Test Frame Will Be Assembled Around The Center Of The Test Unit.
cushion Material Should Be Used To Assure That A 0.093 Sq. M (1 Sq Ft); Bearing Plate Will Uniformly Load The Test Unit. Special Care Should Be Taken For Units With Arch-shaped Tops Or Carapaces.
a Hydraulic Ram Will Be Pressurized Until The Ram Engages The Bearing Place And Will Be Set At A Preload Pressure Of 226.8 Kg (500 Lb) For A Minimum Of One Minute.
the Inspector Will Add Additional Pressure To The Test Unit In 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb) Increments. This Pressure Will Be Added Gradually, Taking At Least Thirty (30) Seconds To Add Each Additional 226.8 Kg (500 Lb) Load. Once The 226.8 Kg (500 Lb) Increment Has Been Added, The Test Unit Should Be Allowed A Minimum Of One Minute At Rest Prior To The Next Load Increase. This Procedure Should Be Repeated Until The Full 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb) Load Has Been Properly Applied.
the Concrete Grave Liner Must Withstand The 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb) Of Static Load On The 0.93 M (36 In), Section At The Critical Load Area For A Minimum Of Five (5) Minutes Without Failure.
confined Loading.
the Liner Shall Be Placed On A Flat Surface Below Ground And Covered With A Granular Soil Material. The Soil Will Be Compacted Thoroughly Around And On Top Of The Liner To A Thickness Of 46 Cm (18 In). A Wheeled Tractor Or Truck With An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Lbs.) Will Then Be Passed Over The Covered Liner For A Minimum Of Twenty (20) Times In Repetition. The Liner Must Not Show Any Signs Of Material Overstress Or Cracking.
upon Completion Of Confined Loading Test The Adjacent Gravesite Will Then Be Excavated To A Maximum Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In), Exposing The Longitudinal Side Of The Tested Unit For A Period Of No Less Than Twenty-four (24) Hours. The Unit Must Not Exhibit Any Signs Of Potential Material Fatigue, Creep, Chiseling, Excessive Deflection, Scratching Or Infringement Of The Adjacent Gravesite.
the Contracting Officer Or His/her Designated Representative At Any Time May Make Unannounced Inspections Of The Contractor S Plant.
contractor Certification. The Contractor Shall Certify That The Product Offered Meets The Salient Characteristics Of This Description And Conforms To The Producer S Own Drawings, Specification, Standards, And Quality Assurance Practices. The Government Reserves The Right To Require Proof Of Such Conformance Prior To First Delivery And Thereafter As May Be Otherwise Provided For Under The Provisions Of The Contract.
regulatory Requirements.
federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act - If The Product Covered By This Document Has Been Determined By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration To Be Under Its Jurisdiction, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Subcontractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of The Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act, As Amended, And Regulations Promulgated There Under. In Addition, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Contractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of All Other Applicable Federal, State, And Local Statues, Ordinances, And Regulations.
recovered Materials. The Contractor Is Encouraged To Use Recovered Material In Accordance With Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 23.4 To The Maximum Extent Practical.
packaging And Packing. Grave Liners Will Be Palleted Or Otherwise Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With Standard Commercial Practice To Ensure Carrier Acceptance And Safe Delivery In Containers Complying With Rules And Regulations Applicable To The Mode Of Transportation.
marking. Shipping Containers Will Be Marked In Accordance With The Manufacturer S Standard Commercial Practice. The Production Date Will Be Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Marked On Each Component Which Makes Up A Grave Liner.
copies Of Federal Standard No. 376, Preferred Metric Units For General Use By The Federal Government And Federal Test Standard 191 Are Available From General Services Administration Business Service Centers In Boston, Ma; New York, Ny; Philadelphia, Pa; Washington, Dc; Atlanta, Ga; Chicago, Il; Kansas City, Mo; Fort Worth, Tx; Denver, Co; San Francisco, Ca; Los Angeles, Ca; And Seattle, Wa.
copies Of Specifications And Standards Are Also Available From Department Of Defense Single Stock Point. Special Assistance Desk, Telephone (215) 697-2667 Or 2179 Will Provide You Adequate Information By Mail Or Tele-specs Mode.
copies Of United States Pharmacopoeia (usp) Regulations May Be Obtained From: Uspc, Inc., 12601 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, Md 20852, Usa.
ordering Data. Purchasers Should Select The Preferred Options Permitted Herein, And Include The Following Information In Procurement Documents:
A. Title, Number, And Date Of This Commercial Item Description
B. Type, Style And Size.
military Interests: Civil Agency Coordinating Activities
military Coordinating Activity: Fda-mpqas, Phs, Dod-md
preparing Activity:
Va-oss Vanac (904)
Agent Va-oss Vaco (92a):
agent: Dla-dm
Custodians:
Army - Md
Navy - Ms
Air Force - 03
project No. 9930-2395
fsc 9930 / A-a-30194
Closing Date26 Jul 2024
Tender AmountRefer Documents
DEPT OF THE NAVY USA Tender
Civil And Construction...+2Consultancy Services, Civil And Architectural Services
Corrigendum : Closing Date Modified
United States
Details: Amendment 0003:
the Purpose Of This Amendment It To Extend The Closing Date To 06/26/2024 12pm And Provide Government Responses To Industry Questions.
amendment 0002:
the Purpose Of This Amendment Is To Issueindustry Questions And Government Responses. All Other Terms And Conditions Remain The Same.
amendment 0001:
this Amendment Is To Provide Answers To Questions.
original Posting:
n0016424r1025 Indefinite Delivery/indefinite Quantity (idiq) Contract For Multi‐ Discipline Architect‐engineer (a‐e) Services In Support Of Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division (nswc Crane) Facilities Projects At Naval Support Activitys Crane (nsa Crane), Crane, Indiana And Lake Glendora Test Facility (lgtf), Sullivan In.
description: All Information Needed For Interested Parties To Submit A Standard Form Sf 330, Architect Engineer Qualifications Is Contained Herein. There Is No Separate Request For Proposals (rfp) Package To Download.
related Notices: N0016422snb83, N0016424snb55
background:
the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division (nswc Crane) Requires A-e Services In Support Of Various Projects At Nsa Crane And Lgtf. This Procurement Will Result In One Single-award Idiq Contract For Multi‐discipline A‐e Services For Planning, Design, Construction, Evaluation Of New Construction, And Renovation Projects. These Services Will Be Procured In Accordance With 40 United States Code (usc) Chapter 11, Selection Of Architects And Engineers, As Implemented By Federal Acquisition Regulation (far) Subpart 36.6. The Idiq Contract Will Be For A Five-year Ordering Period. This Is A Five-year Contract, With No Option Years. The Maximum Value For The Contract Term, Including All Awards, Shall Not Exceed $12,000,000. There Will Be No Minimum Dollar Limit Per Order And The Maximum Dollar Limit Per Order Will Be $5m In Compliance With The $9m Fy24 Ndaa Prescription. The Guaranteed Minimum For The Contract Ordering Period Is $5,000 And Will Be Satisfied By Simultaneous Award Of The Initial Task Order With The Basic Contract. Firm‐fixed Price Task Orders Will Be Negotiated At The Task Order Level. In Accordance With Far 15.404-4(c)(4)(i)(b), The Contract Price Or The Estimated Cost And Fee For Production And Delivery Of Designs, Plans, Drawings, And Specifications Shall Not Exceed Six (6) Percent Of The Estimated Construction Cost Of The Public Work Or Construction, Excluding Fees.
there Will Be No Minimum Dollar Limits Per Task Order. The Estimated Award Date Is May 2025.
this Proposed Contract Is Anticipated To Be A Small Business Set-aside. The North American Industry Classification System (naics) Code Is 541330, Engineering Services, And The Small Business Size Standard Is $25,500,000. The Product And Services Code (psc) Is C219 Architect And Engineering- General: Structural Engineering. The Government Seeks The Most Highly Qualified Firm To Perform The Required Services, Based On The Demonstrated Competence And Qualifications, In Accordance With The Selection Criteria Included Herein.
comprehensive A‐e Services Are Required For The New Construction, Repair, Replacement, Demolition, Alteration, And/or Improvement Of Facility Projects. Projects May Include Single Or Multiple Disciplines, Such As: Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural, Planning, Environmental, Fire Protection, Cost Estimating, And/or Geotechnical. The Types Of Projects May Include: Building Renovations; Building Additions; Site Work Required To Support New Work; New Construction; Parking Areas; Foundations; Retaining Walls; Failure Investigation Including Destructive And Non‐destructive Testing; Seismic Evaluation And Design; Progressive Collapse Analysis; Blast Resistant Design; Structural Engineering Investigations; Utility Systems Including Sanitary And Storm; Water Systems; Electrical Power Systems, Storm Water Management; Surveying; Pavement Design; And Civil Engineering Studies.
the Selected Offeror Will Be Solely Responsible For The Designs Produced On The Resulting Task Order Contracts And Will Be Recorded As The Designer Of Record. The Successful Offeror Shall Also Be Accountable And Responsible For Contributions To Design-build Rfp Preparation And All Other Requirement Submittals To The Government.
in Accordance With Far 36.604 And The Supplements Thereto, And Upon Final Acceptance Or Termination, All Task Orders Above $35,000 Will Receive A Performance Evaluation. A Performance Evaluation May Be Prepared For Lesser Task Orders And Interim Performance Evaluations May Be Prepared At Any Time. Performance Evaluations Will Be Maintained For Use In Future Source Selections For Architect-engineer Services.
performance Location(s):
crane, Indiana
sullivan, Indiana
requirements:
for Complete Details On This Requirement See Attachment 1, “statement Of Work (sow).” Specific Types Of A‐e Services That May Be Required Under This Contract Include:
facility Planning And Project Development: Services May Include Work Such As The Following: Prepare Master Plans, Project/site Plans For Proposed Facility/infrastructure Projects. Facility Planning May Be Requested For Renovation, Addition, Repair And New Construction Projects.
development Of Design‐bid‐build (dbb) Packages: Services May Include Preparation Of Drawings And Specifications For Renovation, Addition, Repair Or New Construction Projects. Design Meetings With The Government May Be Required In Order To Agree On Design Solution(s) That Meet The Government’s Project Requirements. Electronic Document Delivery Details Will Be Specified At The Order Level. Electronic Delivery Shall Include Both .pdf And .dwg Formats.
development Of Design‐build (db) Request For Proposal (rfp) Packages: Services May Include Working With A Construction Manager As Part Of A Design-build Team To Prepare Drawings And Specifications For Renovation, Additions, Repair Or New Construction Projects. Design Meetings With The Government May Be Required In Order To Agree On Design-build Solution(s) That Meet The Government’s Project Requirements. Electronic Document Delivery Details Will Be Specified At The Order Level. Electronic Delivery Shall Be Include Both .pdf And .dwg Formats.
preparation Of Cost Estimates Using Unit Guidance, Parametric Methodologies, And Detailed Cost Estimating: Services May Include Preparing Cost Estimates To Include Rough Order Of Magnitude Through Construction Working Estimates For Renovation, Addition, Repair And/or New Construction Projects Based On Prepared Design Documents, As Called Out In The Task Order.
development Of Alternatives And Economic Analysis: Service May Include Providing Alternate Design Solutions And Associated Economic Impacts For Renovation, Addition, Repair Or New Construction Projects.
condition Assessment: Services May Include Performing Studies Of Existing Buildings And/or Components Of Buildings To Validate Existing Conditions That May Then Be Used To Inform Future Proposed Design Solutions. Site Visits May Be Required To Document Existing Facility/infrastructure Conditions.
field Investigations (including Utility And Geotechnical): Services May Include Conducting Field Surveys/investigations Of Existing Sites, Buildings Or Specific Components Of A Building (i.e., Hvac Or Electrical Systems) In Order To Document Current Status Of A Facility’s Infrastructure. The Results Of Any Field Investigations May Then Be Used To Assist With The Preparation Of Design Documents For A Particular Project.
surveying And Mapping: Services May Include Surveying And/or Mapping Of Existing Or Proposed Sites For A New Construction Project Or Building Addition. Survey Work May Be Required In Order To Document Existing Site Conditions To Support Site/civil Design Solutions.
preparation Of Engineering Evaluations: Services May Include Performing Engineering Calculations To Support Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing Or Fire Protection Design Solutions.
incorporation Of Sustainable Engineering Design Practices: Services May Include Incorporation Of Design Principles For Renovation, Addition, Repair And/or New Construction Projects To Support Sustainable Design Solutions And/or Leadership In Energy And Environmental Design (leed) Certification.
consultations: Services May Include Collaborating With Other Specialty Design Professionals To Offer And Propose Design Solutions Required To Respond To Unique Project Requirements.
energy Computations: Services May Include Preparation Of Energy Calculations To Verify Proposed Design Solutions Comply With Required Building Codes, Federal, State And/or Local Energy Requirements.
geotechnical Investigations: Services May Include Conducting Soil Boring Testing In Order To Identify Minimum Design Requirements For New Construction Projects Or Building Additions.
obtaining Permits And Regulatory Approvals: Services May Include Submitting Design Documents To Local, State And/or Federal Jurisdictions For Review And Approval Prior To Proceeding With Renovation/construction Work.
environmental Investigation And Consultation: Services May Include Providing Design Services Required To Meet Environmental/epa Regulations On Facility/infrastructure Projects And Providing Consultation(s)/collaboration With The Government To Discuss Acceptable Environmental Design Alternatives And Solutions.
review Of Construction Contractor Submittals: Services May Include Review Of Project Submittals (such As Product Data Or Product Samples) In Order To Validate Proposed Materials/products Comply With Design Drawings And/or Specifications.
field Consultation And Inspection During Construction: Services May Include Responding To Contractor Requests For Information (rfis) During Construction In Order To Address Design Questions That May Arise During Construction/renovation Projects.
commissioning: Services May Include Supporting The Commissioning Process By Attending Commissioning Meetings In Order To Validate Engineered Design Solutions Are Incorporated Into The Project In Accordance With Design Specifications.
operation And Maintenance Support Information (omsi): Services May Include Providing The Government With O&m Documentation And Training, Where Applicable, Based On The Final Design Solution And Construction. Electronic Document Delivery Details Shall Be Included With Each Order. Electronic Delivery Shall Include Both .pdf And .dwg Formats.
as‐built Drawing Preparation: Services May Include Updating Design Documents Including Drawings And Specifications To Accurately Reflect Construction Field Changes And Document Final As-built Construction/renovation Projects. Electronic Document Delivery Details Shall Be Included With Each Order. Electronic Delivery Shall Include Both .pdf And .dwg Formats
functional Analysis Concept Development (facd)/design Charrette/other Design And Construction Related Workshops And Meetings: Contractor Shall Attend Design Meetings To Collaborate With Government Representatives To Consider Design Options And Build Consensus Regarding Preferred Design Solution(s). Contractor Shall Provide Meeting Minutes (cdrl A005).
document Deliverable Requirements:
cdrl - Did Number - Did Title - Did Description/scope - Deliverable Schedule
a001
di-misc-80508b
technical Report
study/services
studies And Specifications
at Milestone/ Asreq
a002
di-fncl-81116 Not 2
manhour Estimate, Technical Cost Proposals
manpower And Cost Estimate To Implement The Statement Of Work (sow)
at Milestone
a003
di-mgmt-80061a Not 2
engineering And Technical Services Accomplishment Report
production Report
weekly
a004
di-misc-81274 Not 2
environmental Permits
outlines Submittal Procedures To Be Applied To All Permits
asreq
a005
di-admn-81250c
meeting Minutes
meeting Minutes
2 Days After Meeting
a006
di-mgmt-81597
personnel Resumes
contractor’s Personnel Roster With Relevant Qualifications And Certifications
post Award Kickoff
a007
di-mgmt-80507
project Planning Chart
schedule
post Award Kick Off
a008
di-admn-81249c
meeting Agenda
meeting Agenda
1 Day Before Meeting
a009
di-facr-82278
installation Design Package
designs And Drawings
asreq
other Special Considerations:
as Defined By Paragraph 1‐5 Of United Facilities Criteria (ufc) 3‐ 600‐01, Fire Protection Engineering For Facilities, This Contract Requires The Services Of A Licensed Fire Protection Engineer Or Consultant.
asbestos And/or Lead‐based Paint Assessments May Be Required On This Contract To Determine The Presence Of Hazardous Material During Removals/demolition Or At Utility Points Of Connections. Work On And Around Waterfront Structures, Including Under Deck And Underwater, And Work In Confined Spaces May Be Required On This Contract. A‐e Firms Must Be Able To Accept Work That Involves Asbestos, Lead Paint, Poly‐chlorinated Biphenyls (pcbs), And Other Hazardous Materials, Work On And Under Waterfront Structures, And In Confined Spaces.
all Engineering And Design Services Shall Comply With The Most Current Edition Of Facilities Criteria (fc) 1‐300‐09n Design Procedures, And Other Requirements As Indicated On The Whole Building Design Guide (wbdg) Web Site (www.wbdg.org). The Selected A-e Contractor Shall Have Online Access To Web‐based Support Programs Capable Of Creating Auto-cad Documents For Government Review, And Email Via The Internet For Routine Exchange Of Correspondence. The Selected A-e Contractor Shall Submit And Maintain An A‐e Accident Prevention Plan (app) In Accordance With U.s. Army Corp Of Engineers (usace) Em 385‐1‐1 For Each Project On This Contract And Activity Hazard Analysis (aha) For Each In‐field Action. Key Personnel, Including Consultants, Must Be U.s. Citizens.
a‐e Firms Are Advised That The Selected Firm, Its Subsidiaries Or Affiliates, And Its Consultants Which Design, Prepare, Or Provide Engineering Services In Support Of Construction Contract Documents Cannot Provide Construction Services For The Same Contract. This Includes Concept Design, Preparation Of Project Programming Documents (dd Form 1391), Facility Siting Studies, Environmental Assessments, Geotechnical Services, Engineering Studies And Services, Design‐build Request For Proposals (rfps), Or Other Activities That Result In Identification Of Project Scope And Cost. The Awarded Contract Will Be Subject To Specific Provisions Addressing The Avoidance Of Organizational Conflicts Of Interest, Including H-209-h003, Required Disclosure Of Organizational Conflict Of Interest (navsea) (nov 2022). The Prime Firm For This Contract Will Be Required To Perform Throughout The Contract Term.
in Accordance With Far 19.505, The Concern Will Not Pay More Than 50 Percent Of The Amount Paid By The Government For Contract Performance To Subcontractors That Are Not Similarly Situated Entities. Any Work That A Similarly Situated Entity Further Subcontracts Will Count Towards The Concern's 50 Percent Subcontract Amount That Cannot Be Exceeded. When A Contract Includes Both Services And Supplies, The 50 Percent Limitation Shall Apply Only To The Service Portion Of The Contract.
submission Requirements:
submission Requirements - Sf 330 Part I
typed, 12 Point Times New Roman, Shall Not Exceed 100 Single‐sided 8.5 By 11 Inch Pages
criterion
criterion Title
criterion Requirements
criterion 1
specialized Experience
sf 330, Part I, Section F - Minimum Of Three (3) And Maximum Of Five (5) Projects Completed (project Completion To Be Defined As Receiving Final Design Acceptance From Client) Within The Past Seven (7) Years
criterion 2
professional Qualifications And Technical Competence
sf 330, Part I, Section E – Resumes For All Proposed Key Personnel That Illustrate Experience In The Type Of Work Proposed Under This Contract. Resumes Are Limited To Three Pages And Should Indicate: Professional Registration, Certification, Licensure And/or Accreditation In Appropriate Disciplines; Cite Recent (within The Past 10 Years) Project‐specific Experience In Work Relevant To The Services Required Under This Contract; And Indicate Proposed Role In This Contract. Indicate Participation Of Key Personnel In Example Projects In The Sf 330, Part I, Section G.
criterion 3
past Performance
submit A Completed Cpars/acass/ppq Evaluation For Each Project Under Criterion 1
criterion 4
quality Control
describe The Quality Control Program That Will Be Utilized For All Deliverables Of This Contract And The Management Approach For Quality Control Processes And Procedures.
criterion 5
program Management And Capacity
1. Provide An Organizational Chart For The Team And Discuss The Management Plan For This Contract And Personnel Roles In The Organization.
2. Describe The Firm’s Present Workload And The Availability Of The Project Team (including Consultants) For The Specified Contract Performance Period.
3. Describe The Firm’s Ability To Sustain The Loss Of Key Personnel While Accomplishing Work Within Required Time Limits, To Ensure Continuity Of Services And Ability To Meet Surges In Unexpected Project Demands And Ability To Adhere To Schedules And Budgets.
criterion 6
knowledge Of General Geographic Area
1. Indicate Location Of The Office(s) That Will Be Performing The Work, Including Main Offices, Branch Offices, And Offices Of Team Members.
2. Provide A Narrative Describing The Team’s Knowledge And Previous Experience Of The Primary Geographic Areas To Be Covered By This Contract.
3. Provide A Narrative To Describe The Team’s Ability To Provide Timely Response To Requests For On‐site Support.
criterion 7
volume Of Work
firms Shall Not Submit Data For This Factor.
a‐e Firms Desiring To Be Considered For This Contract Shall Submit A Completed Sf 330 Package By Dod Safe To The Contracting Officer And The Contract Specialist. The Sf 330 Shall Be Typed, 12 Point Times New Roman. Part I Shall Not Exceed 100 Single‐sided 8.5 By 11 Inch Pages (the 100 Page Limit Does Not Include The First Eight (8) Instructional Pages Of The Sf 330, Individual Subcontracting Reports (isrs) Or Certificates/licenses, Nor Does The Page Limit Include Cover Sheets Or Dividers, Provided That These Do Not Contain Any Substantive Information Submitted In Response To The Synopsis Or Intended To Demonstrate The Qualifications Of The Firm). Part I Pages Shall Be Numbered Sequentially. Introductions Shall Be Included In Sections E And F. A-e Firm Submissions Shall Include Its Unique Entity Identifier (uei), Commercial And Government Entity (cage), And Taxpayer Identification Number (tin) Numbers In Block 30 Of The Sf 330.
submissions To This Proposal Announcement Must Be Submitted Electronically Through Dod Safe. No Paper Copies, Email, Cd-roms Or Facsimile Submissions Will Be Accepted. Electronic Proposal Submission Is Required Through The Army’s Electronic File Sharing Service, Dod Safe (https://safe.apps.mil). The Dod Safe Application Is Used To Send Large Files To Individuals That Would Normally Be Too Large To Send Via Email. There Are No User Accounts For Dod Safe. Authentication Is Handled Via Email.
anyone Has Access To Dod Safe And The Application Is Available For Use By Anyone. The Dod Safe “getting Started Guide” Has Information On How To Utilize The System (https://safe.apps.mil/about.php). Instructions For Uploading Are As Follows:
send An Email To The Contracting Officer And Contract Specialist To Receive The Link To Drop Off Your Proposal. This Will Need To Be Completed Five (5) Business Days Prior To The Proposal Due Date.
contract Specialist, Aaron Hohl, Aaron.m.hohl.civ@us.navy.mil
contracting Officer, John Latta, John.c.latta3.civ@us.navy.mil.
you Will Receive An Email With The Link To Submit Your Drop Off. The Link Will Be Provided No Later Than Two (2) Business Days Prior To The Proposal Due Date.
short Note To The Recipients: Click The Add Files Or Drag And Drop Your Files. For File Description, Enter N0016424r1025-firmname.
click Upload Button To Send Documents.
guest Users Will Need To Check Their Email To Verify Their Email Address Before The Recipients Will Be Notified. (government-issued Common Access Cards (cacs) Are Not Required).
file Size Limitations: Offerors Are Advised To Follow The Dod Safe Instruction For Uploading Files. Dod Safe Supports Delivery Up To 8gb. If Needed, Offerors Are Advised To Break The Files Down To Smaller Sections In Order To Upload It To The System. In Such Cases, Please Divide The Sections As Logically As Possible And Be Sure To Clearly Name The Files As Specified Below.
file Naming Convention: To Ensure Your Submission Is Received And Processed Appropriately, It Is Important That Interested Parties Carefully Ensure Their Electronic Files Adhere To The Following Naming Convention:
xxx- Firmname- Volume I
xxx- Firmname- Volume Ii
each File Name Shall Begin With The Solicitation Number Followed By The Firm’s Name And A Brief File Description. Please See Examples Above.
file Organization: Although Hard Copies Are Not Accepted, Each File Shall Be Clearly Indexed, And Logically Assembled. Font Size Shall Be 12 Or Larger. Pages Shall Be Letter Sized (larger Page Sizes (such As 11x17 Foldouts, Etc.) Will Be Counted As One Page. Proposals Shall Be In Narrative Format, Organized, And Titled So That Each Section Of The Proposal Follows The Order And Format Of The Criterion. Information Presented Should Be Organized So As To Pertain To Only The Evaluation Factor In The Section That The Information Is Presented. Information Pertaining To More Than One Evaluation Factor Should Be Repeated In Each Section For Each Factor.
upload Completion And Deadline: Interested Offerors Shall Submit Proposals No Later Than The Date And Time Specified In This Synopsis. The Time And Date Of The Proposal Receipt Will Be Upload Completion/delivery Time And Date Recorded Within Dod Safe Site. Do Not Assume That Electronic Submission Will Occur Instantaneously. Large Files (e.g. 10mb Or More) Will Take Some Time To Upload. Offerors Should Time Their Upload Effort With Prudence By Not Waiting Until The Last Few Minutes- This Will Allow For Unexpected Delays In The Transmittal Process. Offerors Are Encouraged To Keep A Copy Of The Upload Confirmation For Their Record. Submissions After The Deadline Will Be Considered Late And Will Be Processed In Accordance With Far 15.208.
electronic Files: Files Shall Be In Their Native Format (i.e .,.docx, .xlsx, .ppt, Etc.), Or If In .pdf Format, Shall Be In Searchable Text. Text And Graphics Portfolios Of The Electronic Copies Shall Be In A Format Readable By Microsoft Office Or Adobe Applications. Data Submitted In A Spreadsheet Format Shall Be Readable By Ms Excel (all Cells And Formulars Shall Be Unlocked).
all Contractors Are Advised That Registration In System For Award Management (sam) Database Is Required Prior To Award Of A Contract. Failure To Register In The Sam Database May Render Your Firm Ineligible For Award. For More Information, Check The Sam Web Site: Https://www.sam.gov. The Technical Data Package May Contain Information That Is Export Controlled. Only Those Companies That Have Completed Dd Form 2345 And Are Certified Under The Joint Certification Program (jcp) In An Active Status Are Authorized To Receive Export Controlled Information. Additional Information About Jcp Is Available At Https://www.dla.mil/hq/logisticsoperations/services/jcp/.
offerors Shall Restrict The Disclosure Or Use Of Its Proposal, (and) A Proper Legend Must Be Included On Materials Provided. Individual Subcontractor/vendor Proprietary Information May Be Submitted Separately. In Addition, If Proposal Volumes Include Technical Requirements That Have Been Identified As Cui, The Markings Shall Apply To The Technical Information Included In The Technical Volume.
offeror Shall Mark Proposal Documents As Cui In Accordance With Nist Sp 800-171. Possible Categories For Use Include But Are Not Limited To The Following:
cui Category: General Proprietary Business Information
https://www.archives.gov/cui/registry/category-detail/proprietary-business-info.html#authority-list
banner Marking For Specified Authorities: Cui//sp-propin
banner Marking For Basic Authorities: Cui
category Description:
material And Information Relating To, Or Associated With, A Company's Products, Business, Or Activities, Including But Not Limited To Financial Information; Data Or Statements; Trade Secrets; Product Research And Development; Existing And Future Product Designs And Performance Specifications.
*at A Minimum Technical Proposals Shall Safeguard In Accordance With Markings And Distributions Statements On All Technical Documents Within The Solicitation (sow, Specification, Drawings, Etc.).
cui Category: Controlled Technical Information*
https://www.archives.gov/cui/registry/category-detail/controlled-technical-info.html#authority-list
banner Marking: Cui//sp-cti
category Description:
controlled Technical Information Means Technical Information With Military Or Space Application That Is Subject To Controls On The Access, Use, Reproduction, Modification, Performance, Display, Release, Disclosure, Or Dissemination. Controlled Technical Information Is To Be Marked With One Of The Distribution Statements B Through F, In Accordance With Department Of Defense Instruction 5230.24, "distribution Statements Of Technical Documents." The Term Does Not Include Information That Is Lawfully Publicly Available Without Restrictions. "technical Information" Means Technical Data Or Computer Software, As Those Terms Are Defined In Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement Clause 252.227-7013, "rights In Technical Data - Noncommercial Items" (48 Cfr 252.227-7013). Examples Of Technical Information Include Research And Engineering Data, Engineering Drawings, And Associated Lists, Specifications, Standards, Process Sheets, Manuals, Technical Reports, Technical Orders, Catalog-item Identifications, Data Sets, Studies And Analyses And Related Information, And Computer Software Executable Code And Source Code.
category Marking:
cti
*at A Minimum Technical Proposals Shall Safeguard In Accordance With Markings And Distributions Statements On All Technical Documents Within The Solicitation (sow, Specification, Drawings, Etc.).
cui Category: General Procurement And Acquisition
https://www.archives.gov/cui/registry/category-detail/procurement-acquisition.html#authority-list
banner Marking: Cui//sp-procure
category Description:
material And Information Relating To, Or Associated With, The Acquisition And Procurement Of Goods And Services, Including But Not Limited To, Cost Or Pricing Data, Contract Information, Indirect Costs And Direct Labor Rates.
category Marking:
procure
cui Category: Source Selection
https://www.archives.gov/cui/registry/category-detail/source-selection
banner Marking For Specified Authorities: Cui//sp-ssel
banner Marking For Basic Authorities: Cui
category Description:
per Far 2.101: Any Of The Following Information That Is Prepared For Use By An Agency For The Purpose Of Evaluating A Bid Or Proposal To Enter Into An Agency Procurement Contract, If That Information Has Not Been Previously Made Available To The Public Or Disclosed Publicly: (items 1-10).
category Marking:
ssel
each Volume Submitted Shall Be Properly Marked With At A Minimum Ssel As Follows:
a Cover Page Including The “cui” Marking In The Header And Footer As Required, As Well As The Requiredcui Designator Block If The Volume Contains Cui. This Designator Block Shall Be Included At The Bottom Right Portion Of The Cover Page And Read As Follows:
controlled By: Department Of The Navy
controlled By: Nswc Crane Code 02
cui Category: Propin/cti/procure/ssel
distribution/dissemination Control: Fedcon
poc: Nswccr 0253 Branch Head
all Subsequent Pages Of The Document Shall Include The “cui” Marking In The Header And Footer. If Other Information Is Included In The Header Or Footer, The "cui" Marking Shall Be Centered On Its Own Line Within The Header And Footer.
in Accordance With The Federal Acquisition Regulations (far) 36.601‐4(b), The A‐e Firm Must Be A Professional A-e Firm Permitted By Law To Practice The Professions Of Architecture Or Engineering In The State Of Indiana. Furthermore, The Firm Must Hold A Current And Active License In The State Of Indiana As Well As Currently Employ At Least Two (2) State Of Indiana Registered A-e Professionals. A-e Firms Shall Provide Proof That The Firm Is Permitted By Law To Practice The Professions Of Architecture And Engineering, (e.g., State Registration Number, Or A Brief Explanation Of The Firm’s Licensing In Jurisdictions That Do Not Register Firms, Etc.). Failure To Submit The Required Proof Will Result In A Firm’s Elimination From Consideration.
firms Who Are Offering As A Joint Venture (jv) Should Include With Their Submission A Copy Of The Joint Venture Agreement. Failure To Include The Joint Venture Agreement Will Result In The Firm’s Elimination From Further Evaluation. Additionally, Jv Firms Should Include The Following Jv Specific Information And Documentation: Cage, Uei, Location, Immediate Owners With Percentages Of Ownership, Responsible Manager Name And Company Affiliation, Small Business Administration (sba) Approval Of Mentor-protégé Agreement (if Applicable), Jv Compliance Certificate From The Protégé (if Applicable), And An Organization Chart Which Depicts Relationships Within The Jv.
if An Sf 254/sf 255 Is Submitted For This Request, It Will Not Be Reviewed Or Considered. As Required Above, Provide Verifiable Evidence That Your Firm Is Permitted By Law To Practice The Professions Of Architecture Or Engineering (e.g., State Registration Number).
interested Firms Shall Submit Proposals To Both The Contract Specialist And The Contracting Officer Via Dod Safe.
sf 330 Submissions Are Due No Later Than 21 June 2024 At 12:00 Pm (est). Late Responses Will Be Handled In Accordance With Federal Acquisition Regulations (far) 52.215‐1. The Points Of Contact For This Acquisition Are Contract Specialist, Aaron Hohl, At Aaron.m.hohl.civ@us.navy.mil And John Latta, Contracting Officer, At John.c.latta3.civ@us.navy.mil.
inquiries Concerning This Procurement Should Reference The Solicitation Number (n0016424r1025) And Title And Be Forwarded Via Email To The Points Of Contact Identified Above. Questions Pertaining To This Requirement Are Due No Later Than Fourteen (14) Days After Posting Of This Requirement In Sam.gov.
list Of Attachments:
statement Of Work (sow)
cdrls
past Performance Questionnaire (ppq)
key Personnel Criteria
dd 254
selection Criteria:
firms Responding To This Special Notice Will Be Evaluated To Determine The Most Highly Qualified Firms To Perform The Required Services In Accordance With The Published Selection Criteria.
failure To Comply With Instructions, Or Provide Complete Information May Affect The Firm’s Evaluation Or Disqualify The Firm From Further Consideration. Evaluation Criteria (1) Through (4) Are Considered Most Important And Are Equal Among Themselves; Criteria (5) Through (6) Are Less Important And Are Equal Among Themselves; Criteria (7) Will Only Be Used As A Tie‐breaker Among Technically Equal Firms. Specific Selection Criteria Include:
specialized Experience
professional Qualifications And Technical Competence
past Performance
quality Control
program Management And Capacity
knowledge Of General Geographic Area
volume Of Work (no Data Submission Required)
criterion 1 —specialized Experience (sf 330, Part I, Section F):
firms Will Be Evaluated On Specialized Experience In Performance Of Services Similar To Those Anticipated Under This Contract Through Evaluation Of Experience In:
infrastructure/facility Design Utilizing The Following Criteria, Including, But Not Limited To, Unified Facilities Criteria (ufcs) And Military Standard (milstd);
conducting On‐site Design Development Workshops, Charrettes, Functional Analysis, Schematic Design, Or Space Programming, Including Supporting Budgetary Or Parametric Cost Estimating;
demonstrated Ability To Design To Project Budget And Schedule;
experience Preparing Design‐bid‐build;
experience Preparing Design‐build Rfp Packages; And
designing Projects In Accordance With Dod, Navy, Or Other Government Agencies’ Criteria.
use Of Specsintact For Package Generation And Submittal To The Government
specialized Design Experience To Include Antiterrorism Force Protection (atfp), Seismic Design And Analysis, And Design Of Secure Spaces
firms May Be Considered More Favorably Under Criterion 1 By Demonstrating The Following:
demonstrated Experience On Military Bases Within The Primary Geographic Area Of The Contract.
experience In The Delivery Of Multiple Types Of A‐e Services Identified In The Requirements Above.
experience On Multiple Facility Types, Such As Business, Educational, Industrial, Assembly, Health Care, Residential, Storage, Laboratory, And Mixed-use Occupancies, Identified In The Requirements Above.
demonstrated Experience Using Rsmeans-based (or Equal) Electronic Cost Estimating Software.
demonstrated Experience Designing Modifications To Existing Structures And Developing Construction Phasing While Associated Facilities Are Required To Remain In Service.
demonstrated Experience Specific To Navy Facility Projects, Illustrating The Capability Of The A‐e Firm And Individual Design Team Members (a‐e Staff, Key Personnel, Consultants) To Work Within The Navy Project Planning Process Including:
dd Form 1391 Development In The Navy’s Electronic Procurement Generator (epg),
dd Form 1391 Validation Procedures Including Cost Validation.
demonstrated Understanding Of Procedures And Timely Submission Of Base Access Documents In Adherence With Security, Safety, Environmental, And Accident Prevention Regulations In Order To Support A‐e Activities And Maintain Project Schedules.
experience Of A‐e Firm And Individual Design Team Members (a‐e Staff, Key Personnel, Sub‐ Consultants) With Facilities Located In Historic Areas That Will Require Consultation With State Historic Preservation Officer (shpo) Throughout The Design Process.
criterion 1 Submission Requirements:
provide Up To A Minimum Of Three (3) And Maximum Of Five (5) Projects Completed (project Completion To Be Defined As Receiving Final Design Acceptance From Client) Within The Past Seven (7) Years Immediately Preceding The Date Of Issuance Of This Notice That Best Demonstrate Specialized Experience Of The Proposed Team In The Areas Outlined Above. Sufficient Information To Determine The Date Of Completion Of The Project Must Be Included In The Project Description Or The Project Will Not Be Considered. If More Than The Maximum Number Of Projects Is Submitted, The Government Will Only Evaluate Projects Up To The Maximum Number Authorized In The Order Submitted.
all Projects Provided In The Sf 330 Must Be Completed By The Actual Office/branch/regional Office/ Individual Team Member Proposed To Manage And Perform Work Under This Contract. Projects Not Meeting This Requirement Will Be Excluded From Consideration In The Evaluation. To Enable Verification, Firms Should Include The Uei And Cage Along With Each Firm Name In The Sf 330 Part I, Section F, Block 25, “firm Name.” Include A Contract Number Or Project Identification Number In Block 21. Include An E‐mail Address And Phone Number For The Point Of Contact In Block 23(c). In Block 24, Include In The Project Description The Contract Period Of Performance, Award Contract Value, Current Contract Value, And A Summary Of The Work Performed That Demonstrates Relevance To Specialized Experience As Outlined Above. For Projects Performed As A Sub-contractor Or A Joint Venture Involving Different Partners, Specifically Indicate The Value Of The Work Performed As A Subcontractor Or By Those Firms Proposed For This Contract, And Identify The Specific Roles And Responsibilities Performed As A Sub-contractor Or By Those Firms On The Project Rather Than The Work Performed On The Project As A Whole. If The Project Description Does Not Clearly Delineate The Work Performed By The Entity/entities Offering/teaming On This Contract, The Firm Will Be Eliminated From Award Consideration.
note: If The Firm Is A Joint Venture, Projects Performed By The Joint Venture Should Be Submitted; However, If There Are No Projects Performed By The Joint Venture, Projects Must Be Submitted For Each Joint Venture Partner, Not To Exceed A Total Of Five (5) Projects For Both Partners Combined. Each Partner Within A Jv May Not Be Responsible For More Than Three (3) Projects Within The Past Performance Submission. Firms Failing To Provide Projects From All Joint Venture Partners Will Be Considered To Have Not Met The Requirements Of The Criterion.
projects Shall Be Submitted On The Sf 330 At Part I, Section F And Shall Be Completed Projects. Projects Not Completed Will Be Excluded From Evaluation Consideration. For Submittal Purposes, A Task Order On An Idiq Contract Is Considered A Project, As Is A Stand‐alone Contract Award. Do Not Submit An Idiq Base Contract As An Example Project. Instead, List Relevant Task Orders Or Stand‐ Alone Contract Awards That Fit Within The Definition Above. The Government Will Not Evaluate Information Provided For An Idiq Contract. Examples Of Project Work Submitted That Do Not Conform To This Requirement Will Not Be Evaluated.
all Information For Criterion 1 Shall Be Submitted In The Sf 330, Part I, Section F. The Government Will Not Consider Information Submitted In Addition To Part I, Section F In The Evaluation Of Criterion 1.
criterion 2—professional Qualifications And Technical Competence (sf 330, Part I, Sections E & G):
firms Will Be Evaluated On Professional Qualifications, Competence, And Experience Of The Proposed Key Personnel In Providing Services To Accomplish The Tasks Required Under This Contract, Including Participation In Example Projects In The Sf 330, Part I, Section G. Key Personnel Are Individuals Who Will Have Major Contract Or Project Management Responsibilities And/or Will Provide Unusual Or Unique Expertise. Specific Disciplines That Must Be Included In Key Personnel Are:
project Manager, Registered Architect Or Professional Engineer, 10 Years
quality Control Specialist, Architect Or Professional Engineer, 15 Years
architect, Senior, Registered Architect, 15 Years
architect, Junior, Registered Architect, 10 Years
civil Engineer, Senior, Registered Professional Engineer, 15 Years
civil Engineer, Junior, Registered Professional Engineer, 10 Years
structural Engineer, Senior, Registered Professional Engineer, 15 Years
structural Engineer, Junior, Registered Professional Engineer, 10 Years
mechanical Engineer, Senior, Registered Professional Engineer, 15 Years
mechanical Engineer, Junior, Registered Professional Engineer, 10 Years
electrical Engineer, Senior, Registered Professional Engineer, 15 Years
electrical Engineer, Junior, Registered Professional Engineer, 10 Years
registered Communication Distribution Design (rcdd), 15 Years
fire Protection Engineer, Registered Professional Engineer, 15 Years
cost Estimator, Certified Cost Professional Or Equivalent, 15 Years
key Personnel, Including Consultants, Shall Be U.s. Citizens.
submissions Must Demonstrate Key Personnel Relevant Experience, Formal Education (e.g. Bachelor’s Or Master’s Degrees), And Relevant Professional Development Or Professional Certifications. See Key Personnel Attachment For Specific Qualification Criteria. If An Offeror Is Unable To Meet Key Personnel Requirement List In Its Entirety, The Government Still Urges A Response For Consideration Which Illustrates The Firm’s Maximum Personnel Capabilities. If Certain Key Personnel Roles Cannot Be Fulfilled, Please Indicate Those Role Vacancies Individually With A Course Of Action For Fulfillment.
criteria 2 Submission Requirements:
sf 330, Part I, Section E – Provide Resumes For All Proposed Key Personnel That Illustrate Experience In The Type Of Work Proposed Under This Contract. Resumes Are Limited To Three (3) Single-sided Pages And Should Indicate: Professional Registration, Certification, Licensure And/or Accreditation In Appropriate Disciplines To Include Document/licensure Numbers; Cite Recent (within The Past 10 Years) Project‐specific Experience In Work Relevant To The Services Required Under This Contract; And Indicate Proposed Role In This Contract. Indicate Participation Of Key Personnel In Example Projects In The Sf 330, Part I, Section G. The Firm Must Hold A Current And Active License In The State Of Indiana As Well As Currently Employ At Least Two (2) State Of Indiana Registered A-e Professionals.
offeror Will Not Be Permitted To Simultaneously Fulfill Multiple Roles With An Individual On The Same Project. The Individuals Identified As Key Personnel On The Sf330 May Not Have Multiple Duties Or Be “dual-hatted.” Offerors Shall Provide Individual Resumes In Sf330 Section E For Each Of The Individuals Listed Above.
criterion 3—past Performance (sf 330, Part I, Section H):
firms Will Be Evaluated On Past Performance With Government Agencies And Private Industry In Terms Of Work Quality, Compliance With Schedules, Cost Control, And Stakeholder/customer Satisfaction.
evaluating Past Performance And Experience Will Include Information Provided In The Contract
performance Assessment Reporting System (cpars) / Architect-engineer Contract Administration Support System (acass) Or A Completed Past Performance Questionnaire (ppq) For Criterion 1 Projects And May Include Customer Inquiries, Government Databases, And Other Information Available To The Government Including Contacts With Points Of Contact In Other Criteria. Failure To Provide Requested Data, Accessible Points Of Contact, Or Valid Phone Numbers Could Result In A Firm Being Considered Less Qualified.
criteria 3 Submission Requirements:
submit A Completed Cpars/acass/ppq Evaluation For Each Project Under Criterion 1.
firms May Provide Any Information On Problems Encountered And The Corrective Actions Taken On Projects Submitted Under Criterion 1—specialized Experience. Firms May Also Address Any Adverse Past Performance Issues. Information For Each Past Performance Submission Shall Not Exceed Five Single‐sided Pages In Total.
offeror Shall Submit One (1) Past Performance Questionnaire Provided As An Attachment To This Synopsis To Each Of Its Customer Pocs Identified In Criterion 1 For Referenced Projects With No Cpars/acass Available. In Order To Expedite The Assessment Process, The Offeror May Complete The “contract Information” Portion Of The Past Performance Questionnaire For The Convenience Of The Customer Poc. A Ppq Submission Is Not Required For Criterion 1 Projects Accompanied By A Cpars/acass. However, A Ppq Submission For Every Criterion 1 Project, Including Those With A Cpars/acass Evaluation On Record, Would Assist The Government In Evaluation Accuracy And Is Encouraged.
the Offeror Shall Not, However, Complete Any Other Section Of The Past Performance Questionnaire. The Questionnaire Shall Be Provided To The Customer Poc With Instructions To Complete And Submit It Directly To The Contracting Officer And/or The Point Of Contact Identified In This Announcement On Or Before The Proposal Due Date. Electronic Submission Via Encrypted E-mail By The Customer Is Required.
under No Circumstances Shall The Questionnaires Be Returned To The Offerors After Completion. Any Information Provided By The Offeror’s References Is Subject To Verification/validation By The Government During The Evaluation Process. The Government May Make Contact And Follow Up With The Listed References Identified On The Contractor Past Performance Data Documents/data. The Offeror May Provide Information On Problems Encountered On The Identified Contracts As Well As The Offeror’s Corrective Actions. The Government Reserves The Right To Solicit Feedback Beyond What Is Identified In The Questionnaire.
awards, Letters Of Commendation, Certificates Of Appreciation, Etc., Shall Not Be Submitted And Will Not Be Considered In The Evaluation.
criterion 4—quality Control Program (sf 330, Part I, Section H):
firms Will Be Evaluated On The Strength Of The Quality Control Program Proposed By The Firm To Ensure Quality Products And Services Under This Contract And Means Of Ensuring Quality Services From Their Consultants/subcontractors.
criteria 4 Submission Requirements:
describe The Quality Control Program That Will Be Utilized For All Deliverables Of This Contract And The Management Approach For Quality Control Processes And Procedures. The Description Shall:
describe Specific Quality Control Processes And Procedures Proposed For This Contract To Achieve Technical Accuracy Of And Assurance Of Overall Coordination Of Plans And Specifications, And Engineering And Design Services.
provide A Quality Control Process Chart Showing The Inter‐relationship Of The Management And Team Components.
identify The Key Personnel (submitted Under Criterion 2—professional Qualifications And Technical Competence) Responsible For The Quality Control Program And A Description Of Their Roles And Responsibilities.
describe How The Firm’s Quality Control Program Extends To Management Of Sub-contractors.
explain The Quality Control Program Including An Example Of How The Plan Has Worked For One Of The Projects Submitted As Part Of Sf 330, Section F Or How The Plan Will Work If It Has Not Been Used Previously.
criterion 5—program Management And Capacity (sf 330, Part I, Section H):
firms Will Be Evaluated On The Firm’s Ability To Plan For And Manage Work Under The Contract And The Capacity To Accomplish The Work In The Required Time.
criteria 5 Submission Requirements:
provide An Organizational Chart For The Team And Discuss The Management Plan For This Contract And Personnel Roles In The Organization. Describe The Ability Of The Firm To Manage, Coordinate And Work Effectively With Team Members, Both Internal Staff, Sub- Contractors And Consultants. Discuss The History Of Working Relationships With Team Members, Including Joint Venture Partners Where Applicable.
describe The Firm’s Present Workload And The Availability Of The Project Team (including Consultants) For The Specified Contract Performance Period. Describe The Workload/availability Of The Key Personnel During The Anticipated Contract Performance Period And The Ability Of The Firm To Provide Qualified Backup Staffing For Key Personnel To Ensure Continuity Of Services. General Statements Of Availability/capacity May Be Considered Less Favorably.
describe The Firm’s Ability To Sustain The Loss Of Key Personnel While Accomplishing Work Within Required Time Limits, To Ensure Continuity Of Services And Ability To Meet Surges In Unexpected Project Demands And Ability To Adhere To Schedules And Budgets.
criterion 6— Knowledge Of General Geographic Area (sf 330, Part I, Section H)
firms Will Be Evaluated On The Locations Of Their Office Or Offices That Will Be Performing The Work Under This Contract And Demonstrated Knowledge Of The General Geographic Areas In Which Projects Could Be Located. Evaluation Of Firms Will Include Consideration Of Their Location Within The General Geographic Area Of The Anticipated Projects (primarily At Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division, Crane, In).
criteria 6 Submission Requirements:
indicate Location Of The Office(s) That Will Be Performing The Work, Including Main Offices, Branch Offices, And Offices Of Team Members.
provide A Narrative Describing The Team’s Knowledge And Previous Experience Of The Primary Geographic Areas To Be Covered By This Contract.
provide A Narrative To Describe The Team’s Ability To Provide Timely Response To Requests For On‐site Support. Provide Timelines And Examples Of The Team’s Success In Providing This Response. Include Both Primary And Sub‐contractor Support As Required. Teams With A Demonstrated History Of Providing Timely Support May Be Considered More Favorably.
criterion 7—volume Of Work (sf 330, Part 1, Section H) (tie-breaker)
in The Event Of A Tie Among Equally Rated Firms, Those Firms Will Be Evaluated In Accordance With Dod Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (dfars) Procedures, Guidance And Information (pgi) 236.602‐1, From Data Extracted From The Federal Procurement Data System (fpds). Firms Will Be Evaluated In Terms Of Work Previously Awarded To The Firm By Dod Within The Past Twelve (12) Months With The Objective Of Effecting An Equitable Distribution Of Contracts Among Qualified A‐e Firms Including Small, Disadvantaged Business Firms, And Firms That Have Not Had Prior Dod A‐e Contracts.
criterion 7 Submission Requirements:
firms Shall Not Submit Data For This Factor.
Closing Date26 Jun 2024
Tender AmountRefer Documents
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF USA Tender
Civil And Construction...+2Civil Works Others, Construction Material
United States
Details: 6
2
removal/install Of Existing
concrete Grave Liners & Lids
abraham Lincoln National Cemetery 20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, Il 60421
nca Mission
nca Honors Veterans And Their Eligible Family Members With Final Resting Places In National Shrines And With Lasting Tributes That Commemorate Their Service And Sacrifice To Our Nation.
sow Standards
national Cemeteries Are National Shrines. The Standards Of Maintenance, Appearance And Operational Procedures Performed By The Contractor At This Cemetery Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interned There. For This Reason, The Contractor S Strict Adherence To The Specifications Shall Be Required And Shall Be Essential.
product
concrete Grave Liners Fabricated In Strict Accordance With The Following Gsa Federal Specifications And Commercial Item Description (cid):
fsc 3990
metric A-a-30194 July 26, 1993
commercial Item Description Gsa Commercial Item Description A-a-30194: Type-i, Style-i, Liner, Grave, Concrete.
the General Services Administration Has Provided The Use Of This Commercial Item Description As A Replacement For Va Specification X1708g For Concrete.
this Commercial Item Description Describes Concrete Grave Liners Intended For Use In National Cemeteries To Prevent The Sinkage Of Soil In Graves.
salient Characteristics. Liner, Grave, Concrete - Shall Be Constructed From Reinforced Concrete Utilizing Portland Cement. Cement Will Be Of Commercial Quality Using Steel And/or Polypropylene Reinforcement. In Addition, The Material(s) Used In The Production Of Concrete Grave Liners Shall Be Impervious To Any Destructive Action Of The Natural Elements Possibly Contained In The Cemetery Soil Which Can Range From Extreme Acidic To Extreme Alkaline Conditions.
concrete Grave Liners Must Be Properly Cured For 28 Days Before Delivery And The Concrete Must Have A Minimum Compression Strength Of 31, 027 Kilopascal (kpa) Or 4,500-pound Force/square Inch (psi).
style 1 - Box With Separate Lid Style 2 - Dome With A Base Style 3 - Dome Without A Base
sizes
small Liner 147 Cm (58 In) By 51 Cm (20 In) By 46 Cm (18 In)
medium Liner 218 Cm (86 In) By 76 Cm (30 In) By 61 Cm (24 In)
oversize Liner 229 Cm (90 In) By 81 Cm (32 In) By 66 Cm (26 In)
extra Large Liner 234 Cm (92 In) By 91 Cm (36 In) By 71 Cm (28 In)
internal Dimensions Listed Above Are Nominal For The Standard Sizes And Small Variances Are Permitted In The Use Of Standard Commercial Products Providing Size Permits Use Of Standard Caskets.
unit: Each
workmanship. Grave Liners Shall Be Free From Defects Which Detract From Its Appearance Or Impair Its Serviceability.
product Specifications. The Following Must Be Included As Part Of The Bid:
type Of Material Or Materials
material Specifications
methods Of Construction
testing Procedures And Findings
performance. Grave Liners Furnished Will Be Designed For A Maximum Burial Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In) From The Bottom Of The Liner, With Minimum Soil Cover Of 46 Cm (18 In), Be Capable Of Structurally Withstanding Passage Of An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) After Burial And Provide For Ease Of Installation. Liners Will Have A Sufficient Weight Bearing Surface Area To Prevent Sinkage. This Area May Vary Depending Upon Soil Conditions, But In All Cases, Will Be Capable Of Passing The Functional Test Specified In Paragraphs Entitled "functional Tests" In Order To Perform This Function In Place After Installation. The Ongoing Static Loads In This Environment Include The Weight Of The Backfill, Changes In The Water Table, And Pressures From The Freeze Thaw Cycle Where Applicable. In Addition, The Grave Liner Shall Be Designed To Withstand The Dynamic, Differential And Impact Loads And Stresses Which Are Exerted Upon A Unit During The Interment Process. Such Loads And Stresses Include Compaction Of The (backfill) Soil, Excavation Of Adjoining Gravesite, As Well As The Pressures And Forces Exerted By Normal Cemetery Excavation, Compaction, And Maintenance Equipment. Grave Liner Designs Shall Be Such As To Prevent Any Potential Sinkage Due To Chiseling (the Sinkage Process Caused Because Of Insufficient Surface Area Contact With The Bottom Of The Grave.) And Fatigue Creep (the Long Run Sagging Process Of The Weight Bearing Surface Area).
design And Construction. Grave Liners Will Meet The Performance Requirements. The Combination Of The Design Shape, Design Thickness, Structure And Material Shall Be Capable Of Supporting The Required 2.27 Metric Tons (5,000 Ibs.) Center Load Pressure Test And The Axle Load Test Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.), Plus The Superimposed Earth Load. Both The Exterior Dimensions And The Weight Of The Grave Liner Shall Be Kept To A Minimum In Accordance With The Normal Internal Dimension Standards Specified Above In Paragraph Labeled "salient Characteristics" And The Required Structural Strength Specified Above. Design Contours And Shapes Will Be Such As To Eliminate Any Possible Back-fill Voids, Settling, Sinking, Floating, Or Raising Of The Grave Liner Once Interred. The Grave Liners And Parts Thereof Will Have Provisions To Facilitate Both The Ease Of Installation And Removal Of The Unit And Its Component Parts. All Lifting Apparatus Must Be Adequately Anchored In The Unit To Sufficiently Withstand The Stresses Of Lifting And Placing The Unit. Grave Liners Will Have Knockout Holes To Permit Drainage.
inscription. The Date Of Manufacture Will Be Permanently Recorded On The Grave Liner So That The Contractor Can Identify His Product According To The Date Of Production.
the Contractor Shall Provide All Necessary Labor, Equipment, And Materials To Perform Traditional Burials In Standard Size And Oversize Sections, 2nd Interment Casket Burials And Casketed Disinterment At The Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
the Contractor Will Be Required To Deliver, Unload, Occupy ·with Casket, Install Lid, Transport, And Set Grave Liners On An As Needed Basis, Monday Through Friday. Grave Liners That Are Needed Are Primarily Oversized And Standard.
the Contractor Will Verify The Container Tag To Ensure The Name, Grave Site, Date Of Interment And All Surrounding Graves Match The Interment Notice, Cemetery Map And Burial Schedule Using The Buddy System. All Burials Will Be Verified With A Minimum Of Two Cemetery Personnel Present At Time Of Burial. The Name And Grave Site Will Be Verbally Spoken During The Verification Process. At No Time Will A Casket Be Lowered Into The Ground Without Cemetery Personnel Present.
in The Event That A Casket Burial Is Scheduled By The Cemetery On A Weekend Or Holiday, The Contractor Will Be Required To Provide A Liner And Installation Services As Otherwise Required Under This Contract.
based On Historical Precedent, Weekend Or Holiday Casket Interments Are Estimated At Six (6) Per Calendar Year.
no Additional Or Special Charges May Be Assessed Or Invoiced By The Contractor For Required Weekend Or Holiday Services.
grave Liners Shall Be Delivered Fob Destination Within Consignee Premises And Installed (60) Sixty Minutes Prior To Scheduled Interment Time. At This Time, The Contractor Will Verify That They're Set Up On The Proper Grave Using Verification Method, As Stated Above In Paragraph B.
pricing. Pricing Is All-inclusive, To Include Fabrication, Transportation, Delivery, Inspection, Installation, Removal, Reopening, Replacement, And All Corrective Work.
responsibility For Inspection. Unless Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor Shall Be Responsible For The Performance Of All Inspection Requirements As Specified Herein. Except As Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor May Use Its Own Facilities Suitable For The Performance Of The Inspection Requirements Specified Herein, With Prior Approval Of The Cemetery Director.
the Government Reserves The Right To Perform Any Of The Inspections Set Forth In The Specification Where Such Inspections Are Deemed Necessary To Assure That Supplies And Services Conform To Prescribed Requirements.
records. Records Of Examinations And Tests Performed By Or For The Contractor Shall Be Maintained By The Contractor And Made Available To The Government, Upon The Government's Request, At Any Time, Or From Time To Time, During The Performance Of The Contract And For A Period Of Three Years After Delivery Of The Supplies To Which Such Records Relate.
inspection. Inspection, As Used Herein, Is Defined As Both Examination (such As Visual Or Auditory Investigation Without The Use Of Special Laboratory Appliances Or Procedures) And Testing (determination By Technical Means Of Physical And Chemical Properties) Of The Item.
preproduction Sample. When Specified A Preproduction Sample Will Be Required And Will Be Examined And Tested In Accordance With This Specification. The Preproduction Sample Will Be Representative Of The Production Article. However, The Requirements For Furnishing A Preproduction Sample May Be Waived As To A Bidder If:
the Bidder States In The Bid That The Product Offered Is The Same As A Product Previously Furnished To The Procuring Activity Under A Prior Contract, And The Bidder Identifies The Contract.
the Contracting Officer Determines That Such Product Meets The Requirements Of The Specification.
tests. Tests Shall Be Conducted To Determine Compliance With These Commercial Item Description Requirements. Where Feasible, The Same Sample Shall Be Used For The Determination Of Two Or More Test Characteristics.
testing Of Components. Upon Request, The Supplier Will Furnish A Certification Of Compliance, Issued By An Independent Testing Laboratory Or An Approved Testing Program. This Would Include An Analysis For All Characteristics Of Material Specified And Applicable Referenced Specifications. The Government Reserves The Right To Verify The Correctness Of Such Certificates Of Compliance And Analysis. Approved Grave Liners Are Subject To Both Random Compliance And Complete Re-testing.
the Grave Liners Will Conform To The Following American Society For Testing And Materials:
(astm) Standards.
astm C 33 - Standard Specifications For Concrete Aggregate
astm C 39 - Test Method For Compressive Strength Of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
astm C 40 - Standard Test Method For Organic Impurities In Fine Aggregates For Cement
astm C 94 - Standard Specification For Ready-mixed Concrete Astm C 150 - Standard Specification For Portland
astm C 173 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Volumetric Method
astm C 231 - Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Pressure Method
astm C 260 - Standard Specification For Air-entraining Admixtures For Concrete
astm C 330 - Standard Specification For Lightweight Aggregates For Structural Concrete Astm C 494 - Standard Specification For Chemical Admixtures For Concrete
sampling For Examination. Sampling For Examination Shall Be Conducted In Accordance With Mil-std-1 05, With An Aql Of 1.0 (percent Defective) And An Inspection Level Of S-1.
examination Of Furnished Product. Grave Liners Will Be Examined For The Defects Listed Below. Whenever A Deviation To Specified Requirements Is Noted, Correction Will Be Made. Failure To Make Corrections Will Be Cause For Rejection:
size/dimensions Not As Specified.
materials Not As Specified.
production Date Not Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Recorded.
drainage Holes Not Provided.
surface Contains Foreign Inclusions, Spalling, Holes, Cracks, Large Voids, Or Other Evidence Of Poor Manufacture.
provisions To Facilitate Installation And Removal Not Provided.
functional Test. Upon Request, A Functional Load Test Will Be Made At The Contractor's Expense Under The Observation Of The Contracting Officer, Or His/her Representative, To Ensure The Grave Liner, As Furnished, Will Be Capable Of Supporting Load Weight Stated In Paragraph Entitled "design And Construction". The Functional Test Will Consist Of Two Loading Conditions:
(a) Unconfined Loading. (center Load Pressure Test)
place Base On 10.16 Cm (4 In) X 10.16 Cm (4 In), Spaced Approximately 0.305 M (12 In), From Each End Of The Test Product.
place Cover On Base. The Producer May Choose To Use A Temporary Gasket Material In The Sealant (tongue And Groove) Area Of A Grave Liner In Place Of The Permanent
sealant.
cushion Material Should Be Used To Assure That A 0.093 Sq. M (1 Sq Ft); Bearing Plate Will Uniformly Load The Test Unit. Special Care Should Be Taken For Units With Arch Shaped Tops Or Carapaces.
a Hydraulic Ram Will Be Pressurized Until The Ram Engages The Bearing Place And Will Be Set At A Preload Pressure Of 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) For A Minimum Of One Minute.
the Inspector Will Add Additional Pressure To The Test Unit In 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Increments. This Pressure Will Be Added Gradually, Taking At Least Thirty (30) Seconds To Add Each Additional 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Load. Once The 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Increment Has Been Added, The Test Unit Should Be Allowed A Minimum Of One Minute At Rest Prior To The Next Load Increase. This Procedure Should Be Repeated Until The Full 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Load Has Been Properly Applied.
the Concrete Grave Liner Must Withstand The 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Of Static Load On The 0.93 M (36 In), Section At The Critical Load Area For A Minimum Of Five (5) Minutes Without Failure.
(b) Confined Loading.
the Liner Shall Be Placed On A Flat Surface Below Ground And Covered With A Granular Soil Material. The Soil Will Be Compacted Thoroughly Around And On Top Of The Liner To A Thickness Of 46 Cm (18 In). A Wheeled Tractor Or Truck With An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) Will Then Be Passed Over The Covered Liner For A Minimum Of Twenty (20) Times In Repetition. The Liner Must Not Show Any Signs Of Material Overstress Or Cracking.
upon Completion Of Confined Loading Test, The Adjacent "gravesite" Will Then Be Excavated To A Maximum Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In), Exposing The Longitudinal Side Of The Tested Unit For A Period Of No Less Than Twenty-four (24) Hours. The Unit Must Not Exhibit Any Signs Of Potential Material Fatigue, Creep, Chiseling, Excessive Deflection, Scratching Or Infringement Of The Adjacent Gravesite.
the Contracting Officer Or His/her Designated Representative At Any Time May Make Unannounced Inspections Of The Contractor's Plant.
contractor Certification. The Contractor Shall Certify That The Product Offered Meets The Salient Characteristics Of This Description And Conforms To The Producer's Own Drawings, Specification, Standards, And Quality Assurance Practices. The Government Reserves The Right To Require Proof Of Such Conformance Prior To First Delivery And Thereafter As May Be Otherwise Provided For Under The Provisions Of The Contract.
regulatory Requirements. Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act - If The Product Covered By This Document Has Been Determined By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration To Be Under Its Jurisdiction, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Subcontractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of The Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act, As Amended, And Regulations Promulgated There Under. In Addition, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Contractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of All Other Applicable Federal, State, And Local Statues, Ordinances, And Regulations.
recovered Materials. The Offeror/contractor Is Encouraged To Use Recovered Material In Accordance With Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 23.4 To The Maximum Extent Practical.
packaging And Packing. Grave Liners Will Be Palleted Or Otherwise Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With Standard Commercial Practice To Ensure Carrier Acceptance And Safe Delivery In Containers Complying With Rules And Regulations Applicable To The Mode Of Transportation.
marking. Shipping Containers Will Be Marked In Accordance With The Manufacturer's Standard Commercial Practice. The Production Date Will Be Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Marked On Each Component Which Makes Up A Grave Liner.
copies Of Federal Standard No. 376, Preferred Metric Units For General Use By The Federal
government And Federal Test Standard 191 Are Available From General Services Administration
business Service Centers In Boston, Ma; New York, Ny; Philadelphia, Pa; Washington, Dc; Atlanta, Ga; Chicago, Il; Kansas City, Mo; Fort Worth, Tx; Denver, Co; San Francisco, Ca; Los Angeles, Ca; And Seattle, Wa.
copies Of Specifications And Standards Are Also Available From Department Of Defense Single Stock Point. Special Assistance Desk, Telephone (215) 697-2667 Or 2179 Will Provide You Adequate Information By Mail Or Tele-specs Mode.
copies Of United States Pharmacopoeia (usp) Regulations May Be Obtained From: Uspc, Inc., 12601 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, Md 20852, Usa.
ordering Data. Purchasers Should Select The Preferred Options Permitted Herein, And Include The Following Information In Procurement Documents:
title, Number, And Date Of This Commercial Item Description
type, Style, And Size.
the Unit Price Is All-inclusive And Covers The Production, Transportation, And Installation Of The Grave Liners Ordered, With Installation Of Grave Liners By The Contractor Being Completed At The Approval Of The Cemetery Director Only.
all Work Shall Be Performed In Accordance The Description/specifications/statement Of Work And Attachments, Contained In This Contract.
general Requirements
it Shall Be The Contractor S Responsibility To Keep Pace With The Burial And Grave Liner Requirements Of Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Rd, Elwood, Il
60421, By Furnishing, Delivering, And Installing Prefabricated Concrete Grave Liners And Lids At Said Location In Presenting Grave; To Remain In Close Proximity To Excavation Crews As Customarily Required By National Cemetery Policy, And Remain On Station Until Grave Covers Are In Place. Contractor Shall Install Containers Immediately After Grave Excavation Is Complete, Or As Soon As Practicable, But No Later Than 30 Minutes After Excavation Is Completed. Normally Several Crews Are Used Daily For Excavations, Which Will Result In Grave Liners Being Installed In Different Sections Of The Cemetery At Or Near The Same Time. Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Traditional Gravesites Typically Measure 5'x10' And Will Require Exact Preciseness In Placement Of Grave Liners. Grave Depths Are Generally Seven Feet Deep, However, May Occasionally Exceed Seven Feet.
irrespective Of Other Requirements And Provisions Under This Contract, The Government Reserves The Right To Make Its Own Installation Of A Thermoplastic Grave Liner In Any Gravesite As Demanded By Local Operational Conditions. In Such Circumstances The Cemetery Will Not Be Charged For Liners Originally Ordered But Not Delivered For These Gravesites.
all 1st And 2nd Interment Installations Normally Associated With The Placement Of The Grave Liners (standard Or Oversized) Required Will Be The Contractor's Responsibility. Sufficient Manpower And Equipment Will Be Provided By The Contractor For The Safe, Acceptable, Dignified, And Timely Installation Of Caskets And Grave Liners At All Times. Contractor Must Have Appropriate Safety Equipment. I.e., Steel Toed Boots, Shoring Equipment, Etc. Contractors Equipment And Operating Procedures Must Meet All Occupational Safety And Health Administration (osha) And Department Of Transportation (dot) Requirements.
the Contractor Shall Furnish A Self-propelled Lowering Device In Performance Of This Contract. Only By Authority Of The Contract Officer S Representative (cor) When The Contractor's Self-propelled Lowering Device Is Not Operational, Will The Cor Allow Vault Delivery Equipment (including Vault Weight - Not To Exceed 11,000 Lbs. Gross Axle Weight) -when Delivering A Vault For A Subsequent Interment. Vault Equipment Taken Into Sections Shall Weigh No More Than 4,000 Lbs. Gross Axle Weight Equipped With Flotation Tires.
the Contractor Shall Use Their Own Lowering Cables/ Chains With A Load Test Tag Attached.
the Contractor Is Required To Deliver Concrete Liners And Installation Equipment One (1) Hour Prior To A Scheduled Interment. Equipment Noise During The Interment Ceremony Shall Not Disturb The Services.
the Contractor Is To Be At The Cemetery And Grave Liners Are To Be Installed Within The Gravesite Not Less Than Thirty (30) Minutes Prior To Scheduled Interment. The Unit Shall Be Secured (lid Placement Made) Not Later Than 30 Minutes After The Lowering Of The Casket In The Gravesite.
the National Cemetery Will Not Provide Any Cemetery Employees To Assist With The Installation Of Caskets And Grave Liners. The Installation Of The Grave Liner Requires A Sufficient Crew From The Contractor To Lower The Grave Liner Into The Grave As Not To Cause A Cave-in, Or Other Gravesite Damages. If Damage To Gravesite Happens, The Contractor Will Be Responsible For Making Repairs And Correcting Deficiencies, When Lowering The Grave Liner, The Contractor Will Keep The Liner Level At All Times To Prevent The Liner From Going Side To Side. Contractor Will Assure That Grave Liners Are Properly Guided Into The Grave.
grave Liners Will Be Visually Spotted And Placed In Accordance With Gravesite Alignment. The Lids Of Units Will Be Positioned On A Flat Surface And Be Secured Until They Are Placed On The Liner. This Cemetery Reserves The Right To Determine What Constitutes An Acceptably Placed Unit In Accordance With Placement Requirements At All Times.
removal, Replacement, Or Corrective Work Resulting From Negligence By The Contractor, Shall Be Corrected At No Additional Cost And Shall Not Interfere With The Normal Performance Of The Contract. Corrective Work Shall Not Result In Delays For The Scheduled Interments Or Result In Employees Of This Cemetery Having To Work Beyond The Normal Working Hours Of 8:00 A.m. To 4:30 P.m.
contractor Will Be Responsible For The Clean-up Of Any Mud Brought Into The Cemetery Compound Or Placed Onto Cemetery Roadways By The Contractor's Equipment On A Daily Basis. Contractor Will Be Required To Remove Mud And Debris From Roads Before The End Of The Day. When Wet/muddy Conditions Exist Or When Needed As Determined By Director Of Foreman, Contractor Must Use Planking/mud Track/boards For Access Into Burial Areas. Contractor Must Supply The Labor To Place And Pick Up Tracking Boards. The Cemetery Foreman Or His/her Designee Is Available To Provide Assistance In Determining Access Points Into Burial Sections.
grave Liner Installation 1st And 2nd Interments
the Cemetery Will Not Provide Any Storage On Site For The Contractor S Equipment. All Services Are To Be Done At The Gravesite.
for Any Traditional Burial Cemetery Staff Will Excavate To The Proper Depth. Contractor Shall Install The Grave Liner By Means Of Using A Self-propelled Light Weight Vehicle, Portable Vault Carrier Or Similar Equipment With Turf Tires Or Track Drive System Approved By The Cemetery Director That Will Safely Lift The Grave Liner And Prevent Damage To Headstones, Turf, And Irrigation Systems. All Lids Removed Shall Be Temporarily Placed Or Aligned In An Orderly Aesthetically Manner Not To Damage Government Property Or Surrounding Graves. Contractor Will Be Responsible For Any Debris That Falls Inside The Liner Prior To The Casket Being Lowered By The Cemetery Staff. If The Contractor Needs To Enter A Gravesite, They Need To Have Shoring To Render The Gravesite Safe. Once The Casket Is Lowered By Cemetery Staff, The Contractor Will Place The Lid. Vault/grave Liner Shall Be Lowered Into The Traditional Section Using A Contractor Provided Lowering Device, Safety Lowering Device Straps Provided By The Cemetery Or A Cemetery Provided Lowering Device System. All Open Gravesite Areas Shall Be Secured Or Covered By Approved Safety Devices Or Otherwise Deemed.
cemetery Personnel Will Be Responsible For Transportation Of Casket From Committal Shelter To The Gravesite Where Field Staff Will Unload The Casket And Lower The Remains.
contractors Are Responsible For All Private Vaults. This Includes Placement, Lowering Of The Remains, And Closing Of The Vault Lid At The Gravesite. All Vaults Minus The Lid Will Be Placed In The Ground Sixty Minutes (60) Before The Time Of Service. At This Time The Lid May Be Placed On 2x4/4x4 That Are Supplied By The Contractor.
all Services Will Be Done At The Gravesite. At Any Time, Due To Scheduling Or A Service Showing Up Late, The Contractor May Have To Be Set Up Earlier Or Later. The Cemetery Will Do Its Best To Communicate With The Contractor If Any Issues Arise.
(example) 2nd Interments Shall Be Covered Until Ready Until Casketed Remains Arrive Because The Lid Is Removed, And Contractor Sets Up Device Ahead Of Time.
contractor Shall Be Responsible For The Clean-up Of Any Mud Brought Into The Cemetery Compound By The Contractor's Equipment. Contractor Will Be Responsible To Place Any Boards I.e., Mudtrack That Is Above And Beyond Normal Cemetery Operations.
pre-placed Crypt Disinterment To Grave Liner/installation.
disinterment. Cemetery Staff Will Place Screening Before Any Excavation Begins. Cemetery Staff Will Excavate To The Top Of Vault Lids. Contractor Shall Prep Vault Lid For Removal By Cleaning Debris From Top And Side Of Crypt Lid Lift Hooks/crevices. Contractor Shall Remove And Re-install Lids By Means Of A Cemetery Director Approved Piece Of Equipment Or Vehicle That Shall Safely Lift Lids And Casket Preventing Damage To Casket, Pre- Placed Crypts1 Headstones, Turf, And Irrigation Systems. All Lids Removed Shall Be Temporarily Placed Or Aligned In An Orderly Aesthetically Manner Not To Damage Lids Or Government Property. Contractor Shall Remove Casketed Remains From Vault Gravesite In A Dignified Manner Approved By The Cemetery Cor And Transport Remains To The Newly Established Gravesite Within The Cemetery Grounds Using A Portable Flatbed/light Weight Vehicle With Turf Tires And Enclosed Sides As To Not Expose Casket While Transporting To Gravesite. Cemetery Staff Will Come Back At A Later Date And Remove The Grave Liner.
grave Liner Installation. All Grave Liner Installation Requirements Shall Apply Here For Re-interring.
reopening/occupied Gravesites. In Cases Where It Will Be Necessary To Transport Grave Liners Into Established Burial Sections, A Portable Vault Carrier Shall Be Used. Equipment Shall Not Exceed 11,000 Pounds Gross Axle Weight When Operating In Established Burial Sections (see "damages Caused By Contractor's Neglect). The Cemetery Foreman Is Available To Provide Assistance In Determining Access Points.
into Burial Sections. Grave Liner Lids Shall Be Removed And Replaced In A Safe Manner.
damages Caused By Contractor's Neglect
in The Event Damages Result To The Units And/or Gravesites (cave-in's), Surrounding Areas, Headstones, Or To Third Parties Due To Neglect By The Contractor, Restitution Will Be Required At No Cost To The Agency. Changes In Schedules, Work Assignments Or Delays Of Daily Operation Must Not Occur Under Any Circumstances. The Contractor Will Repair Any Turf Damaged; By Back-filling With Clean Dirt, Compacting, Seed And Straw Matting. Contractor Will Be Allowed To Use Cemetery Material For This Task.
storage Rejection
upon Delivery Of A Grave Liner Or Private Vault All Paperwork Is To Be Turned In To A Cemetery Supervisor. At No Time Will A Private Vault Or Grave Liner Be Dropped Off And Left Outside The Maintenance Yard. They're To Be Secured Inside The Maintenance Yard. All Damaged Or Rejected Units Shall Be Removed, Without Exception, From The Cemetery Grounds Daily. All Rejected Units Will Be Indicated (marked In Such A Manner), As Mutually Agreed Upon By The Contractor And The Cemetery Director.
delivery Requirements
all Work Shall Be Performed During Normal Cemetery Hours Of Operation, 8:00am Through 4:30pm Local Time Monday Through Friday, And Certain Weekend And Holidays, As Required (see Federal Holidays). Work Performed During Non-duty Hours, Weekends, And Holidays, Will Be At The Approval Of The Cor. The Contractor Will Normally Be Notified Of Unit Requirements To Be Delivered The Day Prior To Need, With The Exclusion Of Mondays Due To The Possibility That Interments Were Scheduled Over The Weekend. In Those Cases, The Contractor Will Not Be Notified Until Approximately 8:00am, On Monday Morning, The Day Of Interment. On Occasion, An Interment May Be Canceled At The Last Minute, Which Prevents The Government From Providing The Contractor With Advance Notice. When This Occurs, Installation Of The Grave Liner By The Contractor Would Be Completed At The Approval From Cemetery Director Only. In Instances When Approval From The Cemetery Director Tasks The Contractor With Grave Liner Removal, The Contractor Shall Be Required To Remove The Grave Liner From The Gravesite At No Additional Cost To The Government.
the Contractor Agrees To Phase All Work In Such A Manner As Not To Impact On Or Interfere With Cemetery Operations. The Contractor Shall Not Operate Equipment, Machinery, Or Otherwise Perform Contract Work Within 250 Feet Of Any Ongoing Interment Service. The Cor May Coordinate With Contractor's Performance In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Ensure Smooth Cemetery Operations.
federal Holidays (holidays Observed By The Federal Government) New Year's Day 1st Day Of January Martin Luther King's Birthday President's Day Third Monday In January
presidents Day Third Monday In February
memorial Day Last Monday In May
juneteenth Day 19th Day Of June
independence Day 4th Day In July
labor Day First Monday In September
columbus Day Second Monday In October
veterans Day 11th Day In November
thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday In November
christmas Day 25th Day Of December
if A Holiday Falls On Sunday, The Following Monday Will Be Observed As The Legal Holiday. When A Holiday Falls On A Saturday, The Preceding Friday Is Observed As A Legal Holiday By U.s. Government Agencies. Also Included Would Be Any Day Specifically Declared By The President Of The United States Of America As A National Holiday.
placement Of Orders
contractor Will Be Provided With A Copy Of The Next Working Day S Schedule Available At The Foreman S Office Prior To Cob. The Next Day Schedule Will Also Be Emailed To The Contractor Daily By Cob. The Schedule Will Be Used To Define The Work And Materials Needed For The Next Burial Day. Upon Request From The Contractor, The Cemetery Will Provide A Projected Excavations List For The Next Day S Burials.
performance Of Work On Cemetery Grounds
abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Is A National Shrine. The National Cemetery Administration (nca) Are National Shrines That Honors Veterans With A Final Resting Place And Lasting Memorials That Commemorate Their Service To Our Nation. The Standards Of Work, Appearance, And Procedures Performed By Contractors At National Cemeteries Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interred There. Due To The Sensitive Mission Of The Cemetery, Contractor S Personnel Must Exercise And Exhibit Absolute Decorum, Composure, And Stability At All Times.
as The Work Being Performed Is At A National Cemetery All Contractor S Employee Must Always Look Professional And Neat In Appearance; And Be Fully Clothed To Include Upper Garment To Cover The Body From The Waist To Neck And Long Pants Or Slacks. The Contractor Shall Require Its Employees, Including Subcontractors, To Wear Distinctive Visible Identification At All Times For Easy Identification While On Nca Premises. Contractor And Contractor S Personnel (including Subcontractor And Their Employees) Shall Be Required To Adhere To The Standards Of Dress And Conduct While Performing Work On The National Cemetery. These Standards And Regulations Are Enforceable Under Title 38, U.s.c. Section 218. Contractor S Personnel Shall:
be Fully Clothed At All Times, To Include Long Slacks Or Pants And Shirt, Buttoned Up From Neck To Waist. Clothing Will Be Clean Each Day. Any Soiled Clothing Should Be Cemetery Work-related That Day. Tank Tops As Outer Garments Are Prohibited. Tee-shirts Will Have The Company Logo Visibly Displayed. Shoes/boots Will Have No Holes Or Loose Soles. Steel-toed Shoes Shall Be Required In Accordance With Osha. Contractor Employees Shall Maintain Personal Hygiene.
not Engage In Loud Or Boisterous Behavior Or Use Profane Or Abusive Language. Shall Show Proper Reverence During Committal Service.
not Eat Or Drink Beverages Except Water Or Non-alcoholic Drinks While In Work Area Or In Sight Of Committal Service Area During A Service. Use Of Intoxicating Beverages And/or Drugs Is Strictly Prohibited.
not Lean, Sit, Or Stand On Or Against Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments. No Tools, Equipment Or Other Items Will Be Placed Or Leaned On Headstones Or Monuments At Any Time. Contractor Personnel Shall Not Drive Over Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments.
only Smoke In Smoking Areas, As Designated By The Cor. All Other Areas Are Designated As No Smoking.
contractor Must Discuss The Guidance In This Paragraph With Its Employees And All Subcontractors. Any Doubts As To Proper Procedures Shall Be Brought To The Attention Of The Cor And Contracting Officer For Guidance Or Resolution. Contractor And Subcontractor Employee Shall Sign A Statement.
of Compliance (if Applicable); And Shall Deliver The Signed Statements To The Cor Before Work May Begin Or Before Any New Employee Is Allowed To Work On Cemetery Grounds.
contractor Shall Be Responsible For Maintaining Satisfactory Standards Of Personnel Conduct And Work Performance And Shall Administer Disciplinary Action As Required. Contractor Is Expected To Remove Any Employees From The Cemetery For Cause, To Include, But Not Limited To, Safety Violations, Other Misconduct In Performance Of Duty Under These Specifications And/or Conduct Contrary To The Best Interests Of The Government. If The Contractor Fails To Act In This Regard, Or The Reason For A Removal Is Immediately Required To Protect The Interests Of The Government, The Cor May Communicate The Removal Of An Employee From The Premises. Contractor S Objections To Any Such Action Will Be Referred To The Contacting Officer For Final Resolution; However, The Contractor Will First Immediately Comply With The Cor S Communication Pending The Contacting Officer Final Resolution At A Later Time Or Date. 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 Communicated By The Cor And Is Later Found Invalid And/or Unreasonable By The Contracting Officer.
metric Products. Products Manufactured To Metric Dimensions Will Be Conducted On An Equal Basis With Those Manufactured Inch-pound Units, Providing They Fall Within The Tolerances Specified Using Conversion Tables Contained In The Latest Revision Of Federal Standard No. 376, And All Other Requirements Of This Document Are Met.
if A Product Is Manufactured To Metric Dimensions And Those Dimensions Exceed The Tolerances Specified In The Inch-pound Units, A Request Should Be Made To The Contracting Officer, In Conjunction With The Cor, Who Will Accept Or Reject The Product.
packaging And Marking. Grave Liners Will Be Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With The Commercial Item Description (cid) No. A-a-30194. Grave Liners And Lids Shall Be Marked In Accordance With The Cid.
contract Management
representatives Of The Contracting Officer. The Va Contracting Officer Will Designate One (or More) Representatives To Serve As The Contracting Officer S Representative
(cor) To Act For Him/her In Furnishing Technical Guidance And Advice Or Providing General Guidance The Work To Be Performed Under The Contract. Such Designation Will Be In Writing And Will Define The Scope And Limitations Of The Cor S Authority. A Copy Of The Designation(s) Shall Be Furnished To The Contractor At Time Of Award.
the Cor May Communicate And Arrange The Contractor S Work Schedule In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Coordinate With Daily Cemetery Activities And Operations. Duties And Responsibilities Of The Cor Include Day-to-day Monitoring Of The Contract As Follows:
providing Contract Oversight And Technical Guidance To The Contractor.
placing Orders For Services.
verification / Certification Of Payments To The Contractor For Services Rendered.
assuring That Any Changes Effecting Work Involved, Price, Terms And/or Conditions Under The Contract Are Not Implemented Before Written Authorization Is Issued By The Contracting Officer.
all Administrative Contract Functions Are The Responsibility Of The Va Contracting Officer. Any Modifications To The Contract, Including Those Involving No-cost Changes,
increases And Decreases In Cost Or Level Of Services Provided, Termination Or Extension Of The Contract (in Part Or In Whole) And Decisions Concerning Claims Or Disputes, Must Be Provided In Writing By The Government Contracting Officer.
site Manager. The Contractor Shall Provide A Site Manager Who Will Be Always On-site During Contract Performance. The Site Manager Shall Be Responsible For The Following:
communicating, Overseeing, And Coordinating The Work Involved.
staying Abreast Of All Upcoming Cemetery Functions Including Special Holiday Events And Interment Activities.
ensuring That Contract Work Does Not Cause Any Committal Service, Ceremony, Procession, Or Visitation To Be Delayed, Altered, Or Otherwise Impacted In Such A Way That The Dignity, Security, Or Safety Of The Event Or Visit Is Compromised.
the Site Manager Shall Reassign Work Throughout The Rest Of The Cemetery So That Productive Use Of Labor And Equipment Is Assured, And Downtime Is Avoided. If The Contractor Fails To Reassign Employees Away From An Event In A Timely Fashion, The Cor May Then Do So.
communication & Coordination Of Work With Cor: Communication With The Cor (or Designee) Is Strongly Encouraged. Burial Activities At Nca Shall Take Precedence Over Contract Work Activities. Work Activity And Noise Shall Not Disturb Burial Services. Trucks And Workmen Shall Be Prohibited From Passing Through The Service Area During This Period.
notwithstanding The Contractors Responsibility For Total Management During The Performance Of This Contract, The Administration Of The Contract Will Require Maximum.
coordination Between The Government And The Contractor. The Government Will Provide, At The Time Of Contract Award, A List Of Government Personnel To Act As Cor.
evaluation Critera
technical Capability. Offer Shall Be Evaluated In Accordance With The Criteria Contained In The Statement Of Work And On How Well The Technical Approach Meets The Government Requirements. Technical Approach Will Be Evaluated For The Following:
demonstrate Technical Qualifications And Safety Training To Perform Service As Stated In The Statement Of Work (sow).
demonstrate Key Personal Have The Managerial And Technical Qualifications In Performing This Requirement As Stated In The Sow.
demonstrate Work Plan/staffing Plan Is Suitable To Perform This Service Effectively And Safely. Plan Must Include Man Hours, Methodology, List Of Osha Certified Equipment/vehicles To Be Used, Licenses, Permits, Certifications, And Insurance Information Required By Illinois State And The Federal Government.
the Contractor Shall Possess And Maintain All Necessary Federal, Illinois State, & Local Insurance, Licenses, Certifications, And Permits Required To Provide Concrete Grave Liner Installation Services At The Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
demonstrate Experience And Expertise In Installing Government Grave Liners By The Most Economical Means.
demonstrate Employees Have The Technical Qualifications And Safety Training To Perform Installation Services.
list Of Equipment/vehicles/materials To Be Used With Licenses, Permits, And Insurance Information To Properly Perform Service.
price. Price Will Be Evaluated For Reasonableness Compared To The Available Fiscal Year Funding.
period Of Performance
performance Period. The Term Of This Contract Shall Be For A Period From Date Of Contract Award Through 365 Days. Contractor Shall Submit An Invoice At The End Of Each Month. Delivery Of All Items Under This Contract Is Fob Destination And Is Subject To Inspection And Acceptance By The Nca Contracting Officer S Representative (cor).
base Period: Date Of Award Thru 365 Days.
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nca Mwd Scope Of Work (sow)
removal/install Of Existing
concrete Grave Liners & Lids
ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd, Seville, Oh 44273
nca Mission
ncaâ honors Veterans And Their Eligible Family Members With Final Resting Places In National Shrines And With Lasting Tributes That Commemorate Their Service And Sacrifice To Our Nation.
sow Standards
national Cemeteries Are National Shrines. The Standards Of Maintenance, Appearance And Operational Procedures Performed By The Contractor At This Cemetery Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interned There. For This Reason, The Contractor S Strict Adherence To The Specifications Shall Be Required And Shall Be Essential.
product
concrete Grave Liners Fabricated In Strict Accordance With The Following Gsa Federal Specifications And Commercial Item Description (cid):
fsc 3990
metric A-a-30194 July 26, 1993
commercial Item Description Gsa Commercial Item Description A-a-30194: Type-i, Style-i, Liner, Grave, Concrete.
the General Services Administration Has Provided The Use Of This Commercial Item Description As A Replacement For Va Specification X1708g For Concrete.
this Commercial Item Description Describes Concrete Graveliners Intended For Use In National Cemeteries To Prevent The Sinkage Of Soil In Graves.
salient Characteristics. Liner, Grave, Concrete - Shall Be Constructed From Reinforced Concrete Utilizing Portland Cement. Cement Will Be Of Commercial Quality Using Steel And/or Polypropylene Reinforcement. In Addition, The Material(s) Used In The Production Of Concrete Graveliners Shall Be Impervious To Any Destructive Action Of The Natural Elements Possibly Contained In The Cemetery Soil Which Can Range From Extreme Acidic To Extreme Alkaline Conditions.
concrete Graveliners Must Be Properly Cured For 28 Days Before Delivery And The Concrete Must Have A Minimum Compression Strength Of 31, 027 Kilopascal (kpa) Or 4,500 Pound Force/square Inch (psi).
style 1 - Box With Separate Lid
style 2 - Dome With A Base
style 3 - Dome Without A Base
internal Dimensions Listed Below Are Nominal For The Standard Sizes And Small Variances Are Permitted In The Use Of Standard Commercial Products Providing Size Permits Use Of Standard Caskets:
inside Dimensions
small Liner 58 Inches By 20 Inches By 18 Inches
medium Liner 86 Inches By 30 Inches By 26 Inches
oversize Liner 90 Inches By 34 Inches By 30 Inches
extra Large Liner 96 Inches By 36 Inches By 30 Inches
unit: Each
workmanship
graveliners Shall Be Free From Defects Which Detract From Its Appearance Or Impair Its
serviceability.
production Specification
the Following Must Be Included As Part Of The Bid:
type Of Material Or Materials
material Specifications
methods Of Construction
testing Procedures And Findings
performance. Graveliners Furnished Will Be Designed For A Maximum Burial Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In) From The Bottom Of The Liner, With Minimum Soil Cover Of 46 Cm (18 In), Be Capable Of Structurally Withstanding Passage Of An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) After Burial And Provide For Ease Of Installation. Liners Will Have A Sufficient Weight Bearing Surface Area To Prevent Sinkage. This Area May Vary Depending Upon Soil Conditions, But In All Cases, Will Be Capable Of Passing The Functional Test Specified In Paragraphs Entitled "functional Tests" In Order To Perform This Function In Place After Installation. The Ongoing Static Loads In This Environment Include The Weight Of The Backfill, Changes In The Water Table, And Pressures From The Freeze Thaw Cycle Where Applicable. In Addition, The Graveliner Shall Be Designed To Withstand The Dynamic, Differential And Impact Loads And Stresses Which Are Exerted Upon A Unit During The Interment Process. Such Loads And Stresses Include Compaction Of The (backfill) Soil, Excavation Of Adjoining Gravesite, As Well As The Pressures And Forces Exerted By Normal Cemetery Excavation, Compaction And Maintenance Equipment. Graveliner Designs Shall Be Such As To Prevent Any Potential Sinkage Due To Chiseling (the Sinkage Process Caused Because Of Insufficient Surface Area Contact With The Bottom Of The Grave.) And Fatigue Creep (the Long Run Sagging Process Of The Weight Bearing Surface Area).
design And Construction. Graveliners Will Meet The Performance Requirements. The Combination Of The Design Shape, Design Thickness, Structure And Material Shall Be Capable Of Supporting The Required 2.27 Metric Tons (5,000 Ibs.) Center Load Pressure Test And The Axle Load Test Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.), Plus The Superimposed Earth Load. Both The Exterior Dimensions And The Weight Of The Graveliner Shall Be Kept To A Minimum In Accordance With The Normal Internal Dimension Standards Specified Above In Paragraph Labeled "salient Characteristics" And The Required Structural Strength Specified Above. Design Contours And Shapes Will Be Such As To Eliminate Any Possible Back-fill Voids, Settling, Sinking, Floating Or Raising Of The Graveliner Once Interred. The Graveliners And Parts Thereof Will Have Provisions To Facilitate Both The Ease Of Installation And Removal Of The Unit And Its Component Parts. All Lifting Apparatus Must Be Adequately Anchored In The Unit To Sufficiently Withstand The Stresses Of Lifting And Placing The Unit. Graveliners Will Have Knockout Holes To Permit Drainage.
inscription. The Date Of Manufacture Will Be Permanently Recorded On The Graveliner So That The Contractor Can Identify His Product According To The Date Of Production.
pricing
pricing Is All-inclusive, To Include Fabrication, Transportation, Delivery, Inspection, Installation, Removal, Reopening, Replacement, And All Corrective Work. Pricing Will Be For Each Period Of Performance (365 Days) As Follows:
base Year:
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item
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base
small Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery
size 58"l X 20"w X 18"h
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0002
base
medium Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 86"l X 30"w X 26"h
15
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0003
base
oversized Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 90"l X 34"w X 30"h
1
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base
extra Large Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 96"l X 36"w X 30"h
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size 58"l X 20"w X 18"h
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1002
oy 1
medium Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 86"l X 30"w X 26"h
15
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1003
oy 1
oversized Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 90"l X 34"w X 30"h
1
each
1004
oy 1
extra Large Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 96"l X 36"w X 30"h
1
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size 58"l X 20"w X 18"h
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2002
oy 2
medium Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 86"l X 30"w X 26"h
15
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2003
oy 2
oversized Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 90"l X 34"w X 30"h
1
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2004
oy 2
extra Large Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 96"l X 36"w X 30"h
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medium Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 86"l X 30"w X 26"h
15
each
3003
oy 3
oversized Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 90"l X 34"w X 30"h
1
each
3004
oy 3
extra Large Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 96"l X 36"w X 30"h
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15
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4003
oy 4
oversized Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 90"l X 34"w X 30"h
1
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4004
oy 4
extra Large Liner, Box W/ Flat Lid And Delivery Size 96"l X 36"w X 30"h
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quality Control And Assurance Provisions.
responsibility For Inspection. Unless Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor Shall Be Responsible For The Performance Of All Inspection Requirements As Specified Herein. Except As Otherwise Specified In The Contract Or Purchase Order, The Contractor May Use Its Own Facilities Suitable For The Performance Of The Inspection Requirements Specified Herein, With Prior Approval Of The Cemetery Director.
the Government Reserves The Right To Perform Any Of The Inspections Set Forth In The Specification Where Such Inspections Are Deemed Necessary To Assure That Supplies And Services Conform To Prescribed Requirements.
records. Records Of Examinations And Tests Performed By Or For The Contractor Shall Be Maintained By The Contractor And Made Available To The Government, Upon The Government S Request, At Any Time, Or From Time To Time, During The Performance Of The Contract And For A Period Of Three Years After Delivery Of The Supplies To Which Such Records Relate.
inspection. Inspection, As Used Herein, Is Defined As Both Examination (such As Visual Or Auditory Investigation Without The Use Of Special Laboratory Appliances Or Procedures) And Testing (determination By Technical Means Of Physical And Chemical Properties) Of The Item.
preproduction Sample. When Specified A Preproduction Sample Will Be Required And Will Be Examined And Tested In Accordance With This Specification. The Preproduction Sample Will Be Representative Of The Production Article. However, The Requirements For Furnishing A Preproduction Sample May Be Waived As To A Bidder If:
a. The Bidder States In The Bid That The Product Offered Is The Same As A Product Previously Furnished To The Procuring Activity Under A Prior Contract, And The Bidder Identifies The Contract.
b. The Contracting Officer Determines That Such Product Meets The Requirements Of The Specification.
tests. Tests Shall Be Conducted To Determine Compliance With These Commercial Item Description Requirements. Where Feasible, The Same Sample Shall Be Used For The Determination Of Two Or More Test Characteristics.
testing Of Components. Upon Request, The Supplier Will Furnish A Certification Of Compliance, Issued By An Independent Testing Laboratory Or An Approved Testing Program. This Would Include An Analysis For All Characteristics Of Material Specified And Applicable Referenced Specifications. The Government Reserves The Right To Verify The Correctness Of Such Certificates Of Compliance And Analysis. Approved Graveliners Are Subject To Both Random Compliance And Complete Re-testing.
the Graveliners Will Conform To The Following American Society For Testing And Materials
(astm) Standards.
astm C 33 Standard Specifications For Concrete Aggregate
astm C 39 Test Method For Compressive Strength Of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
astm C 40 Standard Test Method For Organic Impurities In Fine Aggregates For Cement
astm C 94 Standard Specification For Ready-mixed Concrete Astm C 150 Standard Specification For Portland
astm C 173 Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Volumetric Method
astm C 231 Standard Test Method For Air Content Of Freshly Mixed Concrete By The Pressure Method
astm C 260 Standard Specification For Air-entraining Admixtures For Concrete
astm C 330 Standard Specification For Lightweight Aggregates For Structural Concrete
astm C 494 Standard Specification For Chemical Admixtures For Concrete
sampling For Examination. Sampling For Examination Shall Be Conducted In Accordance With Mil-std-1 05, With An Aql Of 1.0 (percent Defective) And An Inspection Level Of S-1.
examination Of Furnished Product. Graveliners Will Be Examined For The Defects Listed Below. Whenever A Deviation To Specified Requirements Is Noted, Correction Will Be Made. Failure To Make Corrections Will Be Cause For Rejection:
size/dimensions Not As Specified.
materials Not As Specified.
production Date Not Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Recorded.
drainage Holes Not Provided.
surface Contains Foreign Inclusions, Spalling, Holes, Cracks, Large Voids, Or Other Evidence Of Poor Manufacture.
provisions To Facilitate Installation And Removal Not Provided.
functional Test. Upon Request, A Functional Load Test Will Be Made At The Contractor S Expense Under The Observation Of The Contracting Officer, Or His/her Representative, To Insure The Graveliner, As Furnished, Will Be Capable Of Supporting Load Weight Stated In Paragraph Entitled Design And Construction . The Functional Test Will Consist Of Two Loading Conditions:
unconfined Loading. (center Load Pressure Test)
place Base On 10.16 Cm (4 In) X 10.16 Cm (4 In), Spaced Approximately 0.305 M (12 In), From Each End Of The Test Product.
place Cover On Base. The Producer May Choose To Use A Temporary Gasket Material In The Sealant (tongue And Groove) Area Of A Graveliner In Place Of The Permanent Sealant.
cushion Material Should Be Used To Assure That A 0.093 Sq. M (1 Sq Ft); Bearing Plate Will Uniformly Load The Test Unit. Special Care Should Be Taken For Units With Arch-shaped Tops Or Carapaces.
a Hydraulic Ram Will Be Pressurized Until The Ram Engages The Bearing Place And Will Be Set At A Preload Pressure Of 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) For A Minimum Of One Minute.
the Inspector Will Add Additional Pressure To The Test Unit In 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Increments. This Pressure Will Be Added Gradually, Taking At Least Thirty (30) Seconds To
(cont D.)
add Each Additional 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Load. Once The 226.8 Kg (500 Lb.) Increment Has Been Added, The Test Unit Should Be Allowed A Minimum Of One Minute At Rest Prior To The Next Load Increase. This Procedure Should Be Repeated Until The Full 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Load Has Been Properly Applied.
the Concrete Graveliner Must Withstand The 2,268 Kg (5,000 Lb.) Of Static Load On The 0.93 M (36 In), Section At The Critical Load Area For A Minimum Of Five (5) Minutes Without Failure.
(b) Confined Loading.
the Liner Shall Be Placed On A Flat Surface Below Ground And Covered With A Granular Soil Material. The Soil Will Be Compacted Thoroughly Around And On Top Of The Liner To A Thickness Of 46 Cm (18 In). A Wheeled Tractor Or Truck With An Axle Load Of 5.0 Metric Tons (11,000 Ibs.) Will Then Be Passed Over The Covered Liner For A Minimum Of Twenty (20) Times In Repetition. The Liner Must Not Show Any Signs Of Material Overstress Or Cracking.
upon Completion Of Confined Loading Test The Adjacent Gravesite Will Then Be Excavated To A Maximum Depth Of 2.13 M (84 In), Exposing The Longitudinal Side Of The Tested Unit For A Period Of No Less Than Twenty-four (24) Hours. The Unit Must Not Exhibit Any Signs Of Potential Material Fatigue, Creep, Chiseling, Excessive Deflection, Scratching Or Infringement Of The Adjacent Gravesite.
the Contracting Officer Or His/her Designated Representative At Any Time May Make Unannounced Inspections Of The Contractor S Plant.
contractor Certification. The Contractor Shall Certify That The Product Offered Meets The Salient Characteristics Of This Description And Conforms To The Producer S Own Drawings, Specification, Standards, And Quality Assurance Practices. The Government Reserves The Right To Require Proof Of Such Conformance Prior To First Delivery And Thereafter As May Be Otherwise Provided For Under The Provisions Of The Contract.
regulatory Requirements. Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act If The Product Covered By This Document Has Been Determined By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration To Be Under Its Jurisdiction, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Subcontractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of The Federal Food, Drug And Cosmetic Act, As Amended, And Regulations Promulgated There Under. In Addition, The Offeror/contractor Shall Comply, And Be Responsible For Compliance By Its Contractors/suppliers, With The Requirements Of All Other Applicable Federal, State, And Local Statues, Ordinances, And Regulations.
recovered Materials. The Offeror/contractor Is Encouraged To Use Recovered Material In Accordance With Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 23.4 To The Maximum Extent Practical.
packaging And Packing. Graveliners Will Be Palleted Or Otherwise Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With Standard Commercial Practice To Ensure Carrier Acceptance And Safe Delivery In Containers Complying With Rules And Regulations Applicable To The Mode Of Transportation.
marking. Shipping Containers Will Be Marked In Accordance With The Manufacturer S Standard Commercial Practice. The Production Date Will Be Inscribed Or Otherwise Permanently Marked On Each Component Which Makes Up A Graveliner.
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copies Of Federal Standard No. 376, Preferred Metric Units For General Use By The Federal Government And Federal Test Standard 191 Are Available From General Services Administration Business Service Centers In Boston, Ma; New York, Ny; Philadelphia, Pa; Washington, Dc; Atlanta, Ga; Chicago, Il; Kansas City, Mo; Fort Worth, Tx; Denver, Co; San Francisco, Ca; Los Angeles, Ca; And Seattle, Wa.
copies Of Specifications And Standards Are Also Available From Department Of Defense Single
stock Point. Special Assistance Desk, Telephone (215) 697-2667 Or 2179 Will Provide You Adequate Information By Mail Or Tele-specs Mode.
copies Of United States Pharmacopoeia (usp) Regulations May Be Obtained From: Uspc, Inc., 12601 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, Md 20852, Usa.
ordering Data. Purchasers Should Select The Preferred Options Permitted Herein, And Include The Following Information In Procurement Documents:
title, Number, And Date Of This Commercial Item Description
type, Style And Size.
the Unit Price Is All-inclusive And Covers The Production, Transportation, And Installation Of The Grave Liners Ordered, With Installation Of Grave Liners By The Contractor Being Completed At The Approval Of The Cemetery Director Only.
General Requirements
it Shall Be The Contractor S Responsibility To Keep Pace With The Burial And Grave Liner Requirements Of Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd, Seville, Oh 44273, By Furnishing, Delivering, And Installing Prefabricated Concrete Grave Liners And Lids At Said Location In Presenting Grave; To Remain In Close Proximity To Excavation Crews As Customarily Required By National Cemetery Policy, And Remain On Station Until Grave Covers Are In Place. Contractor Shall Install Containers Immediately After Grave Excavation Is Complete, Or As Soon As Practicable, But No Later Than 30 Minutes After Excavation Is Completed. Normally Several Crews Are Used Daily For Excavations, Which Will Result In Grave Liners Being Installed In Different Sections Of The Cemetery At Or Near The Same Time. Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery Gravesites Measure 4 X 8 , 4 X 10 , And 5 X 10 And Will Require Exact Preciseness In Placement Of Grave Liners. Grave Depths Are Generally 5 To 7 Feet Deep, However, May Occasionally Exceed Seven Feet.
irrespective Of Other Requirements And Provisions Under This Contract, The Government Reserves The Right To Make Its Own Installation Of A Thermoplastic Grave Liner In Any Gravesite As Demanded By Local Operational Conditions. In Such Circumstances The Cemetery Will Not Be Charged For Liners Originally Ordered But Not Delivered For These Gravesites.
Installation
all Installations Normally Associated With The Placement Of Grave Liners Shall Be The Contractor's Responsibility. Sufficient Manpower And Equipment Shall Be Provided By The Contractor For The Safe, Acceptable, And Timely Installation Of The Units. Contractor's Equipment And Operating Procedures Must Meet All Osha And Dot Requirements. The Cemetery Will Not Provide Employees To Assist With The Installation. The Installation Of Grave Liners Requires Sufficient Contractor Personnel To Lower The Grave Liner Into The Grave As Not To Cause A Cave-in Or Sloughing. If A Cave-in Or Sloughing Results, The Contractor Will Be Responsible For Making Repairs And Correcting Deficiencies. When Lowering The Grave Liner, The Contractor Will Always Keep The Liner
level And Prevent It From Swinging Side To Side. Contractor Will Ensure That Grave Liners Are Properly Guided Into The Grave. Contractor Must Be Able To Place Grave Liners During Any Type Of Ground
condition And During Inclement Weather In A Timely Manner. At No Time Is Placing A Casket In Vault And Lowering Both Vault And Casket At The Same Time Allowed. Doing So Is Prohibited.
grave Liners Will Be Visually Spotted And Placed In Accordance With Gravesite Alignment. The Cemetery Reserves The Right To Determine What Constitutes An Acceptably Placed Unit In Accordance With Placement Requirements.
removal, Replacement, Or Corrective Work Resulting From Negligence By The Contractor, Shall Be Corrected At No Additional Cost To The Us Government And Shall Not Interfere With The Normal Performance Of The Contract. Corrective Work Will Not Result In Delays For The Scheduled Interments Or Result In Nca Employees Having To Work Outside Of Their Normal Working Hours Of 7:30am Through 4:00pm
grave Liners Are To Be Installed Within 30 Minutes After Excavation And Must Be Installed Immediately After Excavation Under Extreme Wet Conditions To Avoid Cave-ins And Sloughing. The Unit Will Be Secured (lid Placement Made) Immediately After The Lowering Of The Casket In The Gravesite. Units May Be Stored Within The Cemetery Grounds Only Upon The Approval Of Cemetery Director. The Contractor Will Be Notified Of Requirements For Units To Be Delivered To The National Cemetery 24 Hours Prior To Grave Liners Being Required At The Cemetery.
install Of Grave Liner Lid Will Take Place Upon Grave Liner Placement. Opening Of Grave Liner Lid Will Take Place For All Scheduled Interments For The Day In Traditional And Pre-placed Crypt Sections No Later Than 60 Minutes Prior To The Scheduled Service Time. Turf Protective Devices, Such As Mats, Are Required To Be Used During Vault Placement, Lid Placement & Lid Removal To Minimize Unnecessary Damage Of Turf And Surrounding Gravesites In Traditional Burial Sections. Turf Protective Devices Will Be Placed From The End Of The Row, End To End, Up To The Opened Gravesite For Vault Placement. As Needed, The Turf Protective Devices Will Also Be Used In The Same Fashion For Lid Placement.
oversize Liners With A Depth Of 4ft Or Greater May Be Installed The Day Of Service, After Remains Are Placed Upon The Approval Of Cemetery Director.
reopening Occupied Grave Sites
all Interments (1st And Subsequent) Will Require Portable Vault Carrier. During Inclement Weather, And Upon Approval Of Cemetery Director Only, A Small Boom Truck May Be Used In First Interment Section Only. In The Event A Boom Truck Is Needed, Cemetery Staff Will Notify The Contractor By 8:30 Am On The Day Of The Scheduled Interment. If The Cemetery Has Not Notified The Contractor Of Equipment Needs, The Contractor Shall Contact The Cemetery To Obtain The Information On The Equipment Needs For That Day. Equipment Will Not Exceed 11,000 Pounds Gross Axle Weight When Operating In Established Burial Sections.
cemetery Director (primary Cor) Or Cemetery Foreman (alternate Cor) Is Available To Aid In Determining Access Points Into Burial Sections. Removal/disruption Of An Occupied Liner Or Casket Requires The Contractor Provide And Utilize Privacy Screens To Surround The Work Area, Preventing Any Public View.
damages Caused By Contractor S Neglect
in The Event Damages Result To The Units And/or Gravesites (cave-in S), Surrounding Areas, Headstones, Or To Third Parties Due To Neglect By The Contractor, Restitution Will Be Required At No Cost To The Agency. Changes In Schedules, Work Assignments Or Delays Of Daily Operation Must
not Occur Under Any Circumstances. The Contractor Will Repair Any Turf Damaged; By Back-filling
with Clean Dirt, Compacting, Seed And Straw Matting. Contractor Will Be Allowed To Use Cemetery Material For This Task.
transportation, Storage, And Handling
units Shall Be Transported, And Handled To Prevent Damage To Surfaces, Edges, And Corners And To Prevent The Development Of Stresses And Cracks.â The Contractor Shall Provide Temporary Bracing Protection Devices And Measures As Necessary To Prevent Damage To The Units During Handling And Transportation.â â Contractor Is Responsible For Transportation And Handling Of Units Such That Any Negligence On The Contractor S Part, Shall Be Corrected At The Contractor S Expense.â Use The Designed Crypt Lifting Cable To Transport Grave Liners.â â On The Job Site, Forklift Handling Of Grave Liners May Be Approved By The Va Upon Demonstration That No Crypt Damages Will Be Incurred.
storage Rejection
grave Liners May Be Stored On The Cemetery Grounds, Upon Approval From Cemetery Director Only. All Damaged Or Rejected Units Shall Be Removed, Without Exception, From The Cemetery Grounds Daily. All Rejected Units Will Be Indicated (marked In Such A Manner), As Mutually Agreed Upon By The Contractor And The Cemetery Director.
delivery Requirements
all Work Shall Be Performed During Normal Cemetery Hours Of Operation, 7:30am Through 4:00pm Local Time Monday Through Friday, And Certain Weekend And Holidays, As Required (see Federal Holidays). Work Performed During Non-duty Hours, Weekends, And Holidays, Will Be At The Approval Of The Cor. The Contractor Will Normally Be Notified Of Unit Requirements To Be Delivered The Day Prior To Need, With The Exclusion Of Mondays Due To The Possibility That Interments Were Scheduled Over The Weekend. In Those Cases, The Contractor Will Not Be Notified Until Approximately 8:30am, On Monday Morning, The Day Of Interment. On Occasion, An Interment May Be Canceled At The Last Minute, Which Prevents The Government From Providing The Contractor With Advance Notice. When This Occurs, Installation Of The Grave Liner By The Contractor Would Be Completed At The Approval From Cemetery Director Only. In Instances When Approval From The Cemetery Director Tasks The Contractor With Grave Liner Removal, The Contractor Shall Be Required To Remove The Grave Liner From The Gravesite At No Additional Cost To The Government.
the Contractor Agrees To Phase All Work In Such A Manner As Not To Impact On Or Interfere With Cemetery Operations. The Contractor Shall Not Operate Equipment, Machinery, Or Otherwise Perform Contract Work Within 250 Feet Of Any Ongoing Interment Service. The Cor May Coordinate With Contractor S Performance In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Ensure Smooth Cemetery Operations.
federal Holidays (holidays Observed By The Federal Government)
federal Holidays (opm.gov)
if A Holiday Falls On Sunday, The Following Monday Will Be Observed As The Legal Holiday. When A Holiday Falls On A Saturday, The Preceding Friday Is Observed As A Legal Holiday By U.s. Government Agencies. Also Included Would Be Any Day Specifically Declared By The President Of The United States Of America As A National Holiday.
h. Placement Of Orders
orders For Concrete Crypts/grave Liners For The Cemetery Will Be Placed By The Cemetery Representative By Telephone. Orders May Be Faxed To The Contractor At The Discretion Of The Primary Or Alternate Cor.
i. Performance Of Work On Cemetery Grounds
conduct:
ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery Is A National Shrine. The National Cemetery Administration (nca) Are National Shrines That Honors Veterans With A Final Resting Place And Lasting Memorials That Commemorate Their Service To Our Nation. The Standards Of Work, Appearance, And Procedures Performed By Contractors At National Cemeteries Shall Reflect This Nation S Concern For Those Interred There. Due To The Sensitive Mission Of The Cemetery, Contractor S Personnel Must Exercise And Exhibit Absolute Decorum, Composure, And Stability At All Times.
as The Work Being Performed Is At A National Cemetery All Contractor S Employee Must Always Look Professional And Neat In Appearance; And Be Fully Clothed To Include Upper Garment To Cover The Body From The Waist To Neck And Long Pants Or Slacks. The Contractor Shall Require Its Employees, Including Subcontractors, To Wear Distinctive Visible Identification At All Times For Easy Identification While On Nca Premises. Contractor And Contractor S Personnel (including Subcontractor And Their Employees) Shall Be Required To Adhere To The Standards Of Dress And Conduct While Performing Work On The National Cemetery. These Standards And Regulations Are Enforceable Under Title 38, U.s.c. Section 218.
contractor S Personnel Shall:
be Fully Clothed At All Times, To Include Long Slacks Or Pants And Shirt, Buttoned Up From Neck To Waist. Clothing Will Be Clean Each Day. Any Soiled Clothing Should Be Cemetery Work-related
that Day. Tank Tops As Outer Garments Are Prohibited. Tee-shirts Will Have The Company Logo Visibly Displayed. Shoes/boots Will Have No Holes Or Loose Soles. Steel-toed Shoes Shall Be Required In Accordance With Osha. Contractor Employees Shall Maintain Personal Hygiene.
not Engage In Loud Or Boisterous Behavior Or Use Profane Or Abusive Language. Shall Show Proper Reverence During Committal Service.
not Eat Or Drink Beverages Except Water Or Non-alcoholic Drinks While In Work Area Or In Sight Of Committal Service Area During A Service. Use Of Intoxicating Beverages And/or Drugs Is Strictly Prohibited.
not Lean, Sit Or Stand On Or Against Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments. No Tools, Equipment Or Other Items Will Be Placed Or Leaned On Headstones Or Monuments At Any Time. Contractor Personnel Shall Not Drive Over Headstones, Markers, Or Monuments.
only Smoke In Smoking Areas, As Designated By The Cor. All Other Areas Are Designated As No Smoking.
contractor Must Discuss The Guidance In This Paragraph With Its Employees And All Subcontractors. Any Doubts As To Proper Procedures Shall Be Brought To The Attention Of The Cor And Contracting Officer For Guidance Or Resolution. Contractor And Subcontractor Employee Shall Sign A Statement
of Compliance (if Applicable); And Shall Deliver The Signed Statements To The Cor Before Work May Begin Or Before Any New Employee Is Allowed To Work On Cemetery Grounds.
contractor Shall Be Responsible For Maintaining Satisfactory Standards Of Personnel Conduct And Work Performance And Shall Administer Disciplinary Action As Required. Contractor Is Expected To Remove Any Employees From The Cemetery For Cause, To Include, But Not Limited To, Safety Violations, Other Misconduct In Performance Of Duty Under These Specifications And/or Conduct Contrary To The Best Interests Of The Government. If The Contractor Fails To Act In This Regard, Or The Reason For A Removal Is Immediately Required To Protect The Interests Of The Government, The Cor May Communicate The Removal Of An Employee From The Premises. Contractor S Objections To Any Such Action Will Be Referred To The Contacting Officer For Final Resolution; However, The Contractor Will First Immediately Comply With The Cor S Communication Pending The Contacting Officer Final Resolution At A Later Time Or Date. 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 Communicated By The Cor And Is Later Found Invalid And/or Unreasonable By The Contracting Officer.
metric Products
products Manufactured To Metric Dimensions Will Be Conducted On An Equal Basis With Those Manufactured Inch-pound Units, Providing They Fall Within The Tolerances Specified Using Conversion Tables Contained In The Latest Revision Of Federal Standard No. 376, And All Other Requirements Of This Document Are Met.
if A Product Is Manufactured To Metric Dimensions And Those Dimensions Exceed The Tolerances Specified In The Inch-pound Units, A Request Should Be Made To The Contracting Officer, In Conjunction With The Cor, Who Will Accept Or Reject The Product.
packaging And Marking
grave Liners Will Be Prepared For Shipping In Accordance With The Commercial Item Description (cid) No. A-a-30194. Grave Liners And Lids Shall Be Marked In Accordance With The Cid.
j. Contract Management
representatives Of The Contracting Officer: The Va Contracting Officer Will Designate One (or More) Representatives To Serve As The Contracting Officer S Representative (cor) To
Act For Him/her In Furnishing Technical Guidance And Advice Or Providing General Guidance The Work To Be Performed Under The Contract. Such Designation Will Be In Writing And Will Define The Scope And Limitations Of The Cor S Authority. A Copy Of The Designation(s) Shall Be Furnished To The Contractor At Time Of Award.
the Cor May Communicate And Arrange The Contractor S Work Schedule In Specific Areas Of The Cemetery To Coordinate With Daily Cemetery Activities And Operations. Duties And Responsibilities Of The Cor Include Day-to-day Monitoring Of The Contract As Follows:
(i) Providing Contract Oversight And Technical Guidance To The Contractor.
(ii) Placing Orders For Services.
(iii) Verification / Certification Of Payments To The Contractor For Services Rendered.
(iv) Assuring That Any Changes Effecting Work Involved, Price, Terms And/or Conditions Under The Contract Are Not Implemented Before Written Authorization Is Issued By The Contracting Officer.
all Administrative Contract Functions Are The Responsibility Of The Va Contracting Officer. Any Modifications To The Contract, Including Those Involving No-cost Changes,
increases And Decreases In Cost Or Level Of Services Provided, Termination Or Extension Of The Contract (in Part Or In Whole) And Decisions Concerning Claims Or Disputes, Must Be Provided In Writing By The Government Contracting Officer.
(c) Site Manager: The Contractor Shall Provide A Site Manager Who Will Be Always On-site During Contract Performance. The Site Manager Shall Be Responsible For The Following:
(i) Communicating, Overseeing And Coordinating The Work Involved.
(ii) Staying Abreast Of All Upcoming Cemetery Functions Including Special Holiday Events And Interment Activities.
(iii) Ensuring That Contract Work Does Not Cause Any Committal Service, Ceremony, Procession Or Visitation To Be Delayed, Altered, Or Otherwise Impacted In Such A Way That The Dignity, Security, Or Safety Of The Event Or Visit Is Compromised.
(d) The Site Manager Shall Reassign Work Throughout The Rest Of The Cemetery So That Productive Use Of Labor And Equipment Is Assured, And Downtime Is Avoided. If The Contractor Fails To Reassign Employees Away From An Event In A Timely Fashion, The Cor May Then Do So.
communication & Coordination Of Work With Cor: Communication With The Cor (or Designee) Is Strongly Encouraged. Burial Activities At Nca Shall Take Precedence Over Contract Work Activities. Work Activity And Noise Shall Not Disturb Burial Services. Trucks And Workmen Shall Be Prohibited From Passing Through The Service Area During This Period.
notwithstanding The Contractors Responsibility For Total Management During The Performance Of This Contract, The Administration Of The Contract Will Require Maximum
coordination Between The Government And The Contractor. The Government Will Provide, At The Time Of Contract Award, A List Of Government Personnel To Act As Cor.
k. Period Of Performance
performance Period: The Term Of This Contract Shall Be For A Period From Date Of Contract Award Through 364 Calendar Days. Contractor Shall Submit An Invoice At The End Of Each Month. Delivery Of All Items Under This Contract Is Fob Destination And Is Subject To Inspection And Acceptance By The Nca Contracting Officer S Representative (cor).
base Period: Date Of Award Thru 364 Calendar Days
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Closing Date16 Apr 2024
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1. Scope
1.1 The Material Covered In This Contract/purchase Order Will Be Used In A Crucial Shipboard System. The Use Of Incorrect Or Defective Material Would Create A High Probability Of Failure Resulting In Serious Personnel Injury, Loss Of Life, Loss Of Vital
shipboard Systems, Or Loss Of The Ship Itself. Therefore, The Material Has Been Designated As Special Emphasis Material (level I, Scope Of Certification, Or Quality Assured) And Special Control Procedures Are Invoked To Ensure Receipt Of Correct Material.
2. Applicable Documents
2.1 Order Of Precedence - In The Event Of A Conflict Between The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order And The References And/or Drawings Cited Herein, The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order Must Take Precedence. Nothing In This Contract/purchase Order,
however, Must Supersede Applicable Laws And Regulations Unless A Specific Exemption Has Been Obtained.
2.2 Applicable Documents - The Document(s) Listed Below Form A Part Of This Contract/purchase Order Including Modifications Or Exclusions.
2.2.1 Specification Revisions - The Specification Revisions Listed Under "documents References" Below Are The Preferred Revision. Older And/or Newer R Evisions Are Acceptable When Listed Within Contract Support Library Reference Number Csd155 In Ecds (electric
contractor Data Submission) At: Ht Tps://register.nslc.navy.mil/. This Is To Allow Contractors To Use Certain Acceptable Older Specification Revisions To Purge Their Existing Stock Of Material Certified To Those Older Revisions Or To Use Newer Specification
revisions When Material Is Certified To Newly Released Revisions,without Requiring The Submittal Of Waiver/deviation Requests For Each Specification Revision On Every Contract. Revisions Of Specifications Reflecting Editorial And/or Re-approval (e.g. E2009,
r2014, Etc.) Are Considered Inconsequential, But Are Acceptable When Their Revisions Are Listedwithin Csd155 Or Elsewhere Within This Contract.
2.2.2 "document References" Listed Below Must Be Obtained By The Contractor. Ordering Information Is Included As An Attachment To This Contract/purchase Order.
2.2.3 The Documents And Drawings Listed Below Under Drawing No. Are Not Provided With This Contract/purchase Order.
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3. Requirements
3.1 ;regulator Control Block Assembly Must Be In Accordance With Vacco Drawing S3c10011, Part Number S3c10011-01, Except As Amplifed Or Modified Herein.;
3.2 Material For Parts Requiring Certification - Quantitative Chemical And Mechanical Analysis Is Required For The Parts Listed Below Unless Specifically Stated Otherwise:
part - ;body, Item 1;
material - ;300 Series Per Sae Ams-qq-s-763 Or Astm-a582;
part - ;stem, Item 2;
material - ;sae Ams 5643, Condition H1025;
3.3 Testing Certification - Certifications Are Required For The Following Tests On The Items Listed Below. Additional Testing On Other Piece Parts (if Any) Per Applicable Drawings Is Still Required, But Certifications Are Only Required As Listed Below.
test - ;acceptance Tests;
item - ;each Regulator Control Block Assembly;
performance - ;atp-s3c10011;
acceptance - ;atp-s3c10011;
test - Intergranular Corrosion Test (only For Sae-ams-qq-s-763, Classes 304-condition A, 304l, 316-condition A, 316l, 317-condition A, 321 And 347 Material. Test Must Be Performed Prior To Fabrication/machining)
item - ;body, Item 1;
performance - Sae-ams-qq-s-763
acceptance - Sae-ams-qq-s-763
test - Non-destructive Tests
item - ;weld Repair And/or Production Weld (as Applicable);
performance - Per Applicable Fabrication Specification
acceptance - Per Applicable Fabrication Specification
3.4 The Pressure Tolerance Must Be As Specified In The Assembly Drawing, Detail Drawing, Design Specification Or Elsewhere In This Contract. Where Pressure Tolerances Are Not Provided By Drawings, Specifications Or Specified Elsewhere In This Contract, The
following Must Be Used:
For Pressure Tests Below 100 Psig, The Pressure Tolerance Must Be +1 Psig / -0 Psig.
For Pressure Tests At Or Above 100 Psig Up To And Including 2500 Psig, The Pressure Tolerance Must Be +2% / -0 Psig Rounded Off To The Nearest Multiple Of The Smallest Graduation On An Analog Test Pressure Gauge, Not To Exceed 50 Psig.
For Pressure Tests Above 2500 Psig, The Pressure Tolerance Must Be +2% / -0 Psig, Rounded Off To The Nearest Multiple Of The Smallest Graduation On An Analog Test Pressure Gauge, Not To Exceed 200 Psig.
the Pressure Test Time Tolerance Must Be As Specified In The Assembly Drawing, Detail Drawing, Design Specification Or Elsewhere In This Contract. Where Pressure Test Time Tolerances Are Not Provided By Drawings, Specifications Or Specified Elsewhere In This
contract, The Following Must Be Used:
For A Test Duration Up To And Including 1 Hour, The Tolerance Must Be +5 Minutes / - 0 Minutes.
For A Test Duration Of More Than 1 Hour Up To And Including 24 Hours, The Tolerance Must Be +30 Minutes / - 0 Minutes.
For A Test Duration Of More Than 24 Hours, The Tolerance Must Be +60 Minutes / - 0 Minutes.
3.5 Welding Or Brazing - When Welding, Brazing, And Allied Processes Are Required, As Invoked By Section C Paragraph 3 Requirements, They Must Be In Accordance With S9074-ar-gib-010a/278, 0900-lp-001-7000 For Brazing Of Piping And Pressure Vessel Applications,
or S9074-aq-gib-010/248 For Brazing Of Other Applications. For All Production And Repair Welding And Brazing Personnel And Procedures Must Be Qualified Under S9074-aq-gib-010/248 Or 0900-lp-001-7000, As Applicable. Procedures And Qualification Data Must Be
submitted For Review And Approval Prior To Performing Any Welding Or Brazing.
3.6 Internal Threads - All Internal Threads Must Be Formed By Cutting. Cold Forming Of Internal Threads Is Not Acceptable.
3.7 Thread Inspection Requirements - All Threads On Threaded Parts Must Be Inspected Using Appropriate Inspection Methods, Inspection Systems, And Inspection Gages/instruments In Accordance With Fed-std-h28 Series. Substitution Of Thecommercial Equivalent
inspection In Accordance With Asme B1 Series Is Acceptable.
3.7.1 System 21 Of Fed-std-h28/20 Must Be Used As A Minimum Inspection Requirement For Threads When The Design Drawing Or Design Specification Does Not Specify An Inspection Requirement.
3.7.2 For Navy And Shipyard Drawings, System 21 Of Fed-std-h28/20 May Be Substituted For System 22 Without Further Navy Approval When The Design Drawing Invokes System 22 And Does Not Cite Governing Specifications That Specifically Require System 22. System 22
of Fed-std-h28/20 Must Be Used When The Drawing References Other Governing Specifications That Specifically Require System 22, Such As Certain Thread Types Of Mil-dtl-1222.
3.7.3 A Written Request For Concurrence Must Be Submitted When Utilizing Alternative Measuring Equipment Or Measuring Systems Not Applicable To The Specified Inspection System.
3.8 O-ring Grooves And Mating Sealing Surfaces Must Be Inspected Per The Contractually Invoked Drawings Or Specifications. When The Drawings Or Specifications Do Not Provide Specific Defect Criteria Or State That No Defects Are Allowed, The General Acceptance
criteria (gac) Standard Must Be Used For Inspecting O-ring Grooves And Mating Sealing Surfaces Only. Repairs To Sealing Surfaces And O-ring Grooves With Unacceptable Defects May Be Accomplished Within The Limits Of The Size And Tolerances Provided In The
applicable Drawing. Repairs Thatwould Exceed These Limits Require Approval (including Final Dimensions). The Data That Is Red Lined (crossed Out) Is Excluded From The Gac For This Contract And Is Not To Be Used For Acceptance Or Rejection Criteria. The Gac
document Is Identified As Contract Support Library Reference Number Csd008 At Https://register.nslc.navy.mil/
3.9 Navsea 0948-lp-045-7010 - Any Applicable Requirements Of Navships 4410.17,navsea 0948-lp-045-7010, Or 0948-045-7010 Which The Contractor Must Meet Are Included In This Contract/purchase Order. The Above Documents Are For Governmentuse Only. Further
application Of The Above Documents Is Prohibited.prohibited.
3.9.1 Marking Of Material With A Material Designator Per The Drawing Is Also Prohibited, With The Exception Of Fasteners. Fasteners Must Be Marked With A Material Symbol/designator As Specified Elsewhere In This Contract.
3.10 Configuration Control - The Contractor Must Maintain The Total Equipment Baseline Configuration. For Items Of Proprietary Design, Contractor Drawings Showing The Latest Assembly Configuration Must Be Provided To The Government In Electronic (c4) Format.
definitions Are Provided Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order.
3.10.1 Waivers/deviations - All Waivers And Deviations, Regardless Of Significance Or Classification Require Review And Approval By The Contracting Officer. Waivers And Deviations Must Be Designated As Critical, Major, Or Minor. The Contractor Must Provide
a Copy Of This Request To The Qar. Requests Must Include The Information Listed Below.
A. A Complete Description Of The Contract Requirement Affected
And The Nature Of The Waiver/deviation (non-conformance),
Including A Classification Of Critical, Major, Or Minor.
B. Number Of Units (and Serial/lot Numbers) To Be Delivered In This
Configuration.
C. Any Impacts To Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Government
Personnel Or Impacts To The Operational Use Of The Product.
D. Information About Remedial Action Being Taken To Prevent Reoccurrence
Of The Non-conformance.
3.10.2 All Requests For Waivers/deviations On Navsup-wss Contracts Must Be Submitted To The Navsup Wss Contracting Specialist Via Email.
3.10.3 Ecps - The Government Will Maintain Configuration Control And Change Authority For All Modifications Or Changes Affecting Form, Fit, Function, Or Interface Parameters Of The Equipment And Its Sub-assemblies. The Contractor Must Submit An Engineering
change Proposal (ecp) For Any Class I Or Ii Changes That Impact The Equipment Covered By This Contract. Ecps Must Be Prepared In Contractor Format, And Must Include The Following Information:
A. The Change Priority, Change Classification (class I Or Class Ii),
And Change Justification.
B. A Complete Description Of The Change To Be Made And The Need For
That Change.
C. A Complete Listing Of Other Configuration Items Impacted By The
Proposed Change And A Description Of The Impact On Those Cis.
D. Proposed Changes To Documents Controlled By The Government.
E. Proposed Serial/lot Number Effectivities Of Units To Be
Produced In, Or Retrofitted To, The Proposed Configuration.
F. Recommendations About The Way A Retrofit Should Be Accomplished.
G. Impacts To Any Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Government
Personnel In Support Of The Product.
H. Impacts To The Operational Use Of The Product.
I. Complete Estimated Life-cycle Cost Impact Of The Proposed Change.
J. Milestones Relating To The Processing And Implementation Of The
Engineering Change.
3.11 Mercury Free - Mercury And Mercury Containing Compounds Must Not Be Intentionally Added Or Come In Direct Contact With Hardware Or Supplies Furnished Under This Contract. Mercury Contamination Of The Material Will Be Cause For Rejection.
3.12 Certificate Of Compliance - (special Emphasis Material) The Contractor Must Prepare And Submit A Certificate Of Compliance Certifying That The Items/components Furnished Under This Contract Comply With The Requirements Of The Procurement Document,
including Any/all Invoked Specifications And Drawings.
^ Quality Assurance Requirements ^
3.13 See Cdrl Di-misc-80678 (test Certification) - A Statement Of Tests Performed, Listing The Pieces Tested Must Be Furnished Along With A Copy Of The Test Results. Certification Must Include The Contractor's Name, Address And Date, Quantity Inspected,
identified To The Contract/purchase Order And Item Number, And The Contractor's Or Authorized Personnel's Signature. Test Certifications Must Reference The Standard/specification, Including The Revision, To Which The Testing Was Performed And The Acceptance
criteria Used. Test Procedure Numbers May Also Be Referenced On Test Reports. Test Reports On Weldments Must Be Identified To Weld Joint And Layer.
3.14 Welding Requirements - When Production Or Repair Welding Is Required, The Applicable Welding Procedure(s) And Qualification Data Must Be Submitted For Review And Approval. In Addition, The Consumed Weld Metal C Of C As Defined Below Must Be Submitted As
part Of The Certification Oqe Package Submitted By The Contractor.
note: These Requirements Do Not Apply To Tack/spot Welds.
3.14.1 Approval Of The Contractor's Qualification Data Must Be Obtained Prior To Performing Any Welding (production Or Repair).
3.14.2 If The Contractors Qualification Data Has Previously Been Approved By The Navy For Other Contracts, A Copy Of The Original Approval Letter May Be Submitted Along With The Procedures And Qualification Data Report To Expedite The Approval Process. The
approval Letter Must Reference The Applicable Welding Procedure And Qualification Data Report Identification/number. Prior Approval Does Not Guarantee Acceptance For This Or Any Future Contracts. As Far As Practical, All Procedures For The Contract Must Be
submitted At The Same Time. Welding Procedures And Qualification Data Must Be Submitted In A Commercially Available Electronic Format Such As Adobe Acrobat Pdf. The Contractor Must State The Applicability Of Each Weld Procedure And Qualification Data Submitted,
citing The Drawing Number And Pieces To Be Welded. (i.e. ''wp-123 And Qd-123 Are Submitted For The Weld Joint Between Pieces 1 And 2 On Drawing Abc'.' Wp-456 And Qd-456 Are Submitted For The Hardfacing Of Piece 3 On Drawing Xyz'')
3.14.3 The Pco's Authorization For The Use Of Weld Procedure(s) And Qualification Data For The Specific Application As Submitted Does Not Mitigate The Vendors Responsibility To Comply With The Requirements Of S9074-aq-gib-010, S9074-ar-gib-010a/278,248d The
contract.
3.14.4 Authority For The Repair Of Special Repairs In Castings, The Repair Of Wrought Material, Or The Repair Of Forged Material Must Be Obtained Via Request For Waiver From The Procurement Contracting Officer. This Request Must Describe The Defect; Including
size, Depth, Location, And A Description Of The Proposed Repair. Repairs Deemed Minor Or Nominal In Accordance With S9074-ar-gib-010/278 Can Be Made At Contractor Discretion In Accordance With S9074-ar-gib-010/278 Requirements; However, Weld Procedure
specification (wps) And Procedure Qualification Record (pqr) Submittals Are Still Required. This Request For Navsup-wss Contracts Must Be Submitted Via The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ecds) Application.
3.14.5 Any New Procedure Qualification Performed Under This Contract Will Require The Vendor To Provide A Minimum 72 Hour Notification To Dcma With An Offer To Observe The Welding Of The Test Assemblies. The 72 Hour Time Limit May Be Modified Upon Mutual
agreement Between The Vendor And Dcma.
3.14.6 When Drawings Require Hardfacing Surface Iron Or Nickel Content Not To Exceed 5%, The Contractor Must Verify Surface Iron Or Nickel Content By Performing Chemical Testing As Defined By The Applicable Drawing. The Chemical Test Results Must Be Submitted
as Part Of The Qualification Data.
3.14.7 Additional Qualification Requirements For Production Hardfacing Thickness Less Than 1/8-inch: Macro-etch (or Legible Photomacrographs Clearly Showing The Fusion Area) Must Be Submitted For Review And Show Consistent, Minimized Dilution. All Essential
elements And Any Elements Not Listed In S9074-aq-gib-010/248 That Influence Dilution Must Be In The Qualification Data And Weld Procedure, With Strict Limits Placed On Each Essential Element.
3.14.8 Preparation And Retention Of Weld Records Is Required, As Specified By Paragraph 4.1.3 Of S9074-ar-gib-010a/278.
3.14.9 When Production Or Repair Welding Is Required On Titanium Materials, Theapplicable Fabrication Plan, Facilities Procedure, Training Plan, And Active Welder Qualification Must Also Be Submitted For Review And Approval.
3.14.10 If The Contractor's Fabrication Plan, Facilities Procedure, Training Plan, Or Active Welder Qualification Has Previously Been Approved By The Navy For Other Contracts, A Copy Of The Original Approval Letter May Be Submitted Along With The Applicable
documentation To Expedite The Approval Process. The Approval Letter Must Reference The Applicable Documentation. Prior Approval Does Not Guarantee Acceptance For This Or Any Future Contracts. The Contractor's Fabrication Plan, Facilities Procedure, Training
plan, And Active Welder Qualification Must Be Submitted At The Same Time As The Applicable Welding Procedure(s) And Weld Procedure Qualification Data. All Documentation Must Be Submitted In A Commercially Available Electronic Format, Such As Adobe Acrobat Pdf.
3.14.11 A Certificate Of Compliance Is Required For All Weld Filler Metals Used For Production Or Repair Welding, And Must Include The Following:
a) Filler Metal Lot Number(s)
b) Specification And Type
c) A Positive Statement That The Vendor Has Obtained Oqe And Verified That Each Lot Of Weld Filler Material Conforms To Specification Requirements.
d) A Positive Statement Verifying That The Weld Filler Metals Were The Correct Material Type Or Grade Prior To Consumption.
3.14.12 When Production Welds Or Repair Welds Are Performed By A Subcontractor, The Requirement For Submission Of All Certification Documentation Required Herein Must Be Passed Down To The Subcontractor.
3.15 Quality System Requirements - The Contractor Furnishing Items Under This Contract/purchase Order Must Provide And Maintain A Quality System In Accordance With Iso-9001 As Amplified Or Modified Herein, With The Calibration System Requirements Of Iso-10012
or Ansi-z540.3 With Iso-17025. A Quality System In Accordance With Mil-i-45208, With The Calibration System Requirements Of Mil-std-45662, Is Acceptable As An Alternate.
3.15.1 The Contractor's Quality System And Products Supplied Under The System Are Subject To Evaluation, Verification Inspection, And Acceptance/nonacceptance By The Government Representative To Determine The System's Effectiveness In Meeting The Quality
requirements Established In The Contract/purchase Order.
3.15.2 The Contractor's Quality System Must Be Documented And Must Be Available For Review By The Contracting Officer Or His Representative Prior To Initiation Of Production And Throughout The Life Of The Contract. The Prime Contractor Must, Upon
notification, Make His Facilities Available For Audit By The Contracting Officer Or His Authorized Representative.
3.15.3 See Cdrl Di-qcic-81110 (inspection System Procedures) - All Suppliers Of Level I/subsafe (li/ss) Material Are Required To Submit A Copy Of Their Current Documented Quality System Procedures To The Procurement Contracting Officer (pco) Prior To Award Of
any Contract/purchase Order. Suppliers That Have A Copy Of Their Current Quality System Procedures On File At The Procuring Activity May Request The Pco Waive This Requirement.
3.15.4 This Contract Provides For The Performance Of Government Quality Assurance At Source. The Place Or Places Of Performance May Not Be Changed Without The Authorization Of The Procurement Contracting Officer. Upon Receipt Of This Order, Promptly
notify The Government Representative Who Normally Services Your Plant So That Appropriate Planning For Government Inspection Can Be Accomplished. If You Do Not Have An Assigned Government Representative, Notify The Nearest Defense Contract Management Agency
(dcma) Office. In The Event That A Local Government Representative Or Dcma Office Cannot Be Located, Our Purchasing Agent Should Be Notified Immediately.
3.15.5 Any Changes Made By The Contractor To A Qualified Quality System Will Require Re-submittal To The Pco And Concurrence By The Government Quality Assurance Representative Prior To Adoption.
3.16 Contractor Inspection Requirements - The Contractor Must Maintain Adequate Records Of All Inspections And Tests. The Records Must Indicate The Nature And Number Of Observations Made, The Number And Type Of Deficiencies Found, The Quantities Approved And
rejected And The Nature Of Corrective Action Taken As Appropriate. Inspection Records Must Be Traceable To The Material Inspected.
3.16.1 The Supplier's Gages, Measuring And Test Equipment Must Be Made Available For Use By The Government Representative When Required To Determine Conformance With Contract Requirements. When Conditions Warrant, The Supplier's Personnel Must Be Made
available For Operations Of Such Devices And For Verification Of Their Accuracy And Condition.
3.16.2 All Documents And Reference Data Applicable To This Contract Must Be Available For Review By The Government Representative. Copies Of Documents Required For Government Inspection Purposes Must Be Furnished In Accordance With The Instructions Provided
by The Government Representative.
3.17 Subcontractor Inspection Requirements - The Government Has The Right To Inspect At Source, Any Supplies Or Services That Were Not Manufactured Or Performed Within The Contractor's Facility. Such Inspection Can Only Be Requested By Or Under Authorization
of The Government Representative. Any Purchasing Documents To A Subcontractor Must Cite The Applicable Portions Of The Contractually Invoked Quality System (e.g. Calibration Requirements), Plus Any Product Requirements That Apply To The Supplies Being
purchased. When The Government Elects To Perform Source Inspection At The Subcontractor's Facility, Applicable Purchase Documents Must Be Annotated With The Following Statement: "a Government Inspection Is Required Prior To Shipment From Your Plant. Upon
receipt Of This Order, Promptly Notify The Government Representative Who Normally Services Your Plant So That Appropriate Planning For Government Inspection Can Be Accomplished. If You Do Not Have An Assigned Government Representative, Notify The Nearest
defense Contract Management Agency (dcma) Office. In The Event That A Local Government Representative Or Dcma Office Cannot Be Located, Our Purchasing Agent Should Be Notified Immediately."
3.17.1 The Prime Contractor's Program Must Include Procedures To Assess The Capability Of The Prospective Suppliers To Produce The Products Or Supply The Services In Accordance With The Contract, Prior To The Issuance Of Any Purchase Document.
3.17.2 Each Sub-tier Supplier Of Material Or Services For Items In Section 3 Of This Contract Must Be Subjected To A Periodic Review Or Audit By The Prime To Determine The Continued Capability Of The Supplier To Control The Quality Of The Products Or Services
specified In The Purchase Order Or Contract.
3.17.3 The Prime Contractor Must Ensure That The Purchased Product Conformsto Specified Purchase Requirements And This Contract. The Type And Extent Of Control Applied To The Supplier And The Purchased Product Must Be Dependent Upon The Effect Of The
purchased Product On The End Item Represented By This Contract.
3.17.4 The Prime Contractor Must Evaluate The Requirements Of The Contractand Select Suppliers Based On Their Ability To Supply The Product In Accordance With The Prime Contractor's Requirements And The Contract. Criteria For Selection And Evaluation Must Be
established. Records Of This Effort Must Be Available For Review By The Government.
3.17.5 The Prime Contractor's Supplier Quality Assurance Program Must Provide For A Review Of Purchase Documents To Assure Applicable Quality Requirements Are Included Or Referenced In The Documentation For Compliance By The Supplier.
3.18 Government Furnished Material And/or Equipment (gfm/gfe) - When Material Or Equipment Is Furnished By The Government, The Contractor Must Develop Documented Control Procedures That Require At Least The Following:
3.18.1 Visual Examination Upon Receipt To Detect Damage During Transit.
3.18.2 Inspection For Completeness And Proper Type.
3.18.3 Verification Of Material Quality Received.
3.18.4 Periodic Inspection And Precautions To Assure Adequate Storage Conditions And To Guard Against Damage From Handling And Deterioration During Storage.
3.18.5 Functional Testing, Either Prior To Or After Installation, Or Both, As Required By The Contract To Determine Satisfactory Operation.
3.18.6 Identification And Protection From Improper Use Or Disposition.
3.18.7 Reporting To The Government, Any Gfm Or Gfe Property Found Damaged, Malfunctioning, Or Otherwise Unsuitable For Use. In The Event Of Damage Or Malfunction During Or After Installation, The Supplier Must Determine And Record Probable Cause And
necessity For Withholding The Material From Use.
3.18.8 For Gfe Material, And As Required By The Terms Of The Bailment Agreement, The Supplier Must Establish Procedures For Adequate Storage, Maintenance, And Inspection Of Bailed Government Material. Records Of All Inspection And Maintenance Performed On
bailed Property Must Be Maintained.
3.18.9 Material Returned To The Contractor Must Be Handled As Gfm.
3.19 Traceability And Certification Requirements - To Assure That Correct Materials Are Installed In Level I/subsafe Systems, It Is Imperative That Traceability Be Maintained From The Material To The Material Certification Test Report And Other Required
objective Quality Evidence (oqe). The Material Certification Report Must Completely And Accurately Reflect That The Material Supplied Meets The Specified Requirements. Materials Requiring Traceability And Certification Data Are Identified Within Paragraph 3,
section C Of This Contract/purchase Order.
3.19.1 The Following Provides The Minimum Requirements For Maintaining Material Traceability And Supplements The Requirements Specified In Di-misc-81020 And Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order. The Contractor Must Develop Written Procedures That
implement The Material Control Requirements Stated Herein And Elsewhere In This Contract/purchase Order.
3.20 Material Traceability - The Certification Data Report Must Be Identified Through A Unique Traceability Number, Heat-lot Number, Or Heat-treat Number, As Applicable, Which Must Also Be Marked On The Material. This Traceability Marking On The Material Must
provide Direct Traceability To The Material's Chemical Composition And Mechanical Properties Certification Data. For Material Produced By Batch, Continuous Cast, Or Continuous Pour Processes, Samples Must Be Taken No Less Than Once In Every Eight Hours Of
operation For The Purpose Of Validating Proper Chemical Composition And Mechanical Properties. Traceability Must Be Maintained Through All Process Operations Including Any Subcontracted Operations, To The Finished Component.
3.20.1 Material Marking For Traceability And Identification - The Following Are The Minimum Marking Requirements. Additional/alternate Marking Requirements, If Applicable, Will Be Specified Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order. In Addition To The
marking Requirements On Applicable Drawings And/or Specifications, Marking For Traceability Is Required. All Traceability Markings Must Be Permanently Applied In Accordance With Mil-std-792 (except As Specified Below). An Alternate Marking Method Is
permissible Provided It Is An Available Option In The Contractually Invoked Specification Or Drawing, Except In Instances Where The Material Has Been Modified By This Contract/purchase Order And Differs From That Specified In The Specification Or Drawing.
3.20.2 Traceability Markings For Items With Precision Machined Or Plated Surfaces, Or Material With Suitable Marking Surface Areas Less Than 3/8 Inches Square (either 3/8" X 3/8" Or An Area Equal To 0.1406 Inches Square) Must Be Applied To A Durable Tag And
the Tag Securely Affixed To The Material.
3.20.3 Traceability Markings Must Be Maintained Through Assembly, And Whenever Possible Must Be Visible After Assembly. For Items Where The Marking Is Not Visible After Assembly, A Durable Tag Must Be Securely Attached To The Assembly Identifying The Part
number, Piece Number, Traceability Number, And The Location Of The Permanent Mark.
3.20.4 Marking Must Be Legible And Must Be Located So As To Not Affect The Form, Fit, And Function Of The Material. ; ;
3.21 See Cdrl Di-misc-81020 (chemical And Mechanical) - Material Certification - In Addition To The Certification Data Requirements Specified In Di-misc-81020, The Following Material Certification Requirements Apply:
3.21.1 Quantitative Chemical And Mechanical Analysis Of Material Traceable To Traceability Markings Is Required. Material Certification Test Reports Must Include The Class, Form, Condition, Grade, Type, Finish, And/or Composition, As Applicable, Of The
material Supplied.
3.21.2 Re-identification And Re-certification Of Material Is Required When The Material Is Subjected To A Process Which Alters It's Properties. If The Starting Material Or Raw Stock Is Processed In A Manner That Will Not Affect Its Chemical Composition Or
mechanical Properties, The Original Certifications For The Chemical Composition And Mechanical Properties, As Required By The Material Specification, Are Acceptable. Re-certification Of The Chemical Or Mechanical Properties Is Required If A Process Is Used
during Fabrication That Alters The Original Properties Of The Material (e.g. Alloying, Heat Treating, Or Forming). In These Instances, The Properties Of The Material Must Be Re-determined And Documented To Reflect The Altered Condition. The Altered Material
must Be Uniquely Re-identified. The Properties Thus Determined And Documented, Are Required For Final Certification And Must Conform To The Material Specification Or The Contract/purchase Order Requirements. When Only The Mechanical Properties Are Altered,
the Original Certification Forchemical Composition Must Be Overstamped And Annotated With The Unique Traceability Material And At A Minimum Contain The Information Below.
traceability Marking ________________________________________________
(marking On Finished Item)
is Fabricated From Raw Material Identified To
heat/lot Number ______________ And Heat Treat Number _____________________
(when Applicable)
_________________________________________ Date _____________________
(name And Signature Of Auth. Co. Rep.)
3.21.3 Material Certification Data Forwarded By The Manufacturer Must Contain A Signed Certification That The Report Results Represent The Actual Attributes Of The Material Furnished And Indicate Full Compliance With All Applicable Specification And Contract
requirements. Transcription Of Certification Data Is Prohibited.
3.21.4 Statements On Material Certification Documents Must Be Positive And Unqualified. Disclaimers Such As "to The Best Of Our Knowledge" Or "we Believe The Information Contained Herein Is True" Are Not Acceptable.
3.21.5 If Material Is Received Without The Required Certification Papers Or With Incorrect/missing Data On The Certification Papers, The Material Will Be Rejected.
3.22 Material Handling - The Written Material Control Process Must Include The Following:
3.22.1 All Raw Materials Must Have Traceability Markings (except As Specified Below).
3.22.2 Stored Raw Materials Requiring Traceability Must Be Segregated To Preclude Intermingling With Materials Not Requiring Traceability.
3.22.3 When Traceability Markings Will Be Removed By A Manufacturing Or Fabrication Process, The Marking Must Be Recorded Prior To Removal And Be Immediately Restored Upon Completion Of The Process. If This Cannot Be Done Or Is Impractical, An Appropriate
material Control Procedure (such As A Bag And Tag, Tagging, And/or Tote Box Control) Must Be Employed. The Material Control Procedure Must Provide A Method Of Positive Control To Preclude Commingling Of Heats/lots Or Loss Of Traceability. The Traceability
marking Must Be Reapplied Upon Completion Of The Final Manufacturing Process.
3.22.4 Brazing Or Weld Filler Metals For Strength Welds Forming Or Integral With Pressure Containing Components Or Assemblies Requiring Traceability Must Be Verified To Be The Correct Material, And Type Or Grade, As Applicable, Prior To Consumption. At A
minimum, Material Verification Must Consist Of Inspection Of Material Test Reports For Conformance To Specified Requirements. Control Of Welding And Brazing Filler Metals Must Be Maintained To The Point Of Consumption To Assure Use Of The Correct Type And
grade. Markings And Traceability Requirements Do Not Apply To Brazing And Weld Filler Metals After Consumption. It Is The Responsibility Of The Prime Contractor To Ensure Conformance With The Above Requirements On Welds Performed By Their Subcontractors.
3.22.5 Purchase Orders For Raw Material Must Specify That The Material Be Traceable To Material Certification Test Reports By Traceability Markings On The Material And Identified On The Test Reports. The Certification Data Requirements Contained In
di-misc-81020 Must Be Invoked By The Prime Contractor On All Subcontractors Supplying Level I Material.
3.22.6 The Material Control Process Must Include Requirements For The Maintenance Of Traceability For Items Sent Out For Subcontracted Operations. If Such Operations Would Remove Traceability Markings, Purchase Or Work Orders Must Specify A Method And Marking
location For Remarking. The Contractor Must Also Ensure That Subcontractor Production Controls Are Adequate To Preclude Commingling Of Materials During Processing.
3.23 Receiving Inspection -
3.23.1 Products And Services Produced By Sub-tier Suppliers For Incorporation In The Contract End Item Must Be Subject To Inspection Or Audit At The Time Of Receipt By The Prime Prior To Further Processing Within The Prime Contractor's Plant Or Shipment To
another Location.
3.23.2 Receiving Inspection Must Include As A Minimum -
verification That The Traceability Marking On The Material Agrees With That On The Certification Test Reports.
verification That Certification Test Reports Are Legible And Complete.
verification That The Contents Of The Certification Test Reports Are In Compliance With The Contractually Invoked Specifications And Requirements.
3.24 Discrepancy Reporting -
3.24.1 Nonconforming Products From Sub-tier Suppliers Must Be Identified And Processed In Accordance With The Prime Contractor's Procedures For Controlling Nonconforming Products. The Prime Contractor Must Report The Receipt Of Any Nonconforming Products To
the Responsible Sub-tier Supplier In Accordance With Established Procedures. Nonconforming Material Records Must Be Maintained And Available For Review By The Government Quality Assurance Representative (qar).
3.25 Final Inspection - The Following Inspections Must Be Performed Prior To Government Inspection And Acceptance.
3.25.1 Material Sampling - Material Must Be Inspected For Form, Fit, And Function. Lot Acceptance Must Be Based On Zero Defects And Lot Rejection Based On One Defect. The Sample Size Must Be In Accordance With The Sampling Plan(s) In The Applicable Military
specification Or Standard, Federal Specification Or Standard, Or Drawing To Which The Material Was Manufactured. In The Absence Of Such Sampling Plans, Sampling Inspection Must Be Per Ansi/asq-z1.4, General Inspection Level Ii (for Sample Size Selection Code),
table Iia (for Sample Size).
small Lot Sizes - For Lot Sizes Of Fifty Or Less, The Minimum Sample Size Must Be Eight Units. For Lot Sizes Of Eight Or Less, The Sample Size Must Be One Hundred Percent Of The Lot.
3.25.2 The Manufacturer May Elect To Use Statistical Process Control (spc) To Assure Product Quality In Lieu Of The Above Attribute Sampling Plan, Provided That The Spc Methodology/system Used Provides Acceptable Products To The Government. However, The
government/navy Receipt Inspection Activity May Perform Their Acceptance Inspection Of The Material Using The Attribute Sampling Plan Outlined Above.
3.25.3 All Data Concerning Material Verification (chemical, Mechanical Or Physical Properties), Traceability (material Certifications To Material Marking), And Nondestructive Test (ndt) Certifications For Material Must Be 100% Inspected. The Certification
test Reports Must Also Be 100% Inspected For Completeness And Legibility.
3.25.4 All Material Requiring Traceability Must Be 100% Inspected For Traceability Marking And That The Marking Is Legible.
3.26 See Cdrl Di-misc-80678 (special Emphasis C Of C) - The Certificate Of Compliance Must Show Traceability To The Marking Applied On Each Individual Item, And Must Contain The Following Information:
1. Contractor's Name, Address And Date.
2. The Contract/purchase Order Number (for Example: N00104-11-p-fa12)
3. The National Stock Number (nsn). The 18 Character National Stock Number For Special Emphasis Material Includes The Two Digit Cog, The Four Digit Fsc, The 9 Digit Niin, And The Two Digit Smic
(for Example: 1h 4820 012345678 L1) ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
4. Lubricants, Sealants, Anti-seize, And/or Thread Locking Compounds ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
5. Certification That O-rings, Packing, Gaskets, Or Other Elastomeric Products Were Installed In A Compressed State Within An Assembly Or Sub-assembly, Prior To Expiration Of The Shelf Life ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
6. Manufacturer's Compound Number ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
7. When Weld Procedure Submittal Is Required By The Contract, A Statement That The Approval Date Of The Qualification Data Precedes Any Production Or Repair Welding Performed On This Contract. ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
8. A Statement To The Effect That All Items Furnished On This Contract Are In Full Compliance With The Specifications And Requirements And List Each Contractually Invoked Conformance/compliance Test Performed By Name And That It Was Performed
satisfactorily.
9. Contractor's Or Authorized Personnel's Signature.
4. Quality Assurance
4.1 Notes To Dcma Qar And The Contractor -
4.1.1 Dcma Qar And The Contractor For Proprietary Designs - Departures From Contractor Imposed Requirements, Not Specifically Covered By The Contract, Must Be Judged Individually On The Basis Of The Effect, If Any, On Contractual Requirements. When There Is A
disagreement Between The Contractor And The Government Representative As To The Effect On Contractual Requirements, The Departure Must Be Considered A Nonconformance And Be Submitted To The Pco For Disposition.
4.1.2 Dcma Qar And The Contractor For Proprietary Designs - All Records Of Departures From Contractor Imposed Requirements Must Be Maintained And Available For Review At The Contractor's Facility. A Copy Must Be Given To The Local Government Representative. A
record Of These Departures, Traceable To The Applicablepart Number And Contract Number Must Be Submitted To The Pco.
4.1.3 Dcma Qar And The Contractor For Proprietary Designs - For Proprietary Designs, The Contractor's Part Numbers Are Acceptable For Reference Only. The Delivered Material Must Conform To All Drawings, Specifications, And Other Contractual Requirements.
4.1.4 Dcma Qar - It Is The Responsibility Of Dcma Qar To Review Non-destructive Testing (ndt) Procedures For Navsup Contracts/purchase Orders.
4.1.5 Dcma Qar And The Contractor - The Ecds (electronic Contractor Data Submission) System Is Available For Certain Data Submissions And To Submit Questions And Clarifications, And Waiver Requests On Contracts And Solicitations. Ecds Can Be Found At:
https://register.nslc.navy.mil/
5. Packaging
5.1 Preservation, Packaging, Packing And Marking - Preservation, Packaging, Packing And Marking Must Be In Accordance With The Contract/purchase Order Schedule And As Specified Below.
mil-std 2073 Packaging Applies As Found Elsewhere In The Schedule
6. Notes
6.1 Several Definitions Of Terms That Apply To Csi Items Are Listed Below. All Terms May Not Apply To Every Item.
6.1.1 The Ecds (electronic Contractor Data Submission) System Is At: Https://register.nslc.navy.mil/ This Application Will Require Advance Registration Using A Pki Digital Certificate On A Cac. A Vendor User Guide Is Available As Csd001 In The Csd
(contract Support Document) Library Within Ecds.
6.1.2 Critical Safety Item (csi) - Any Ship Part, Assembly, Or Support Equipment Containing A Critical Characteristic Whose Failure, Malfunction, Or Absence Of Which Could Cause A Catastrophic Or Critical Failure Resulting In Loss Of, Or Serious Damage To The
ship, Or Unacceptable Risk Of Personal Injury Or Loss Of Life.
6.1.3 Critical Process - As Determined By The Twh, Any Process, Operation Or Action Performed On A Ship Csi That Serves To Establish A Critical Characteristic (such As Welding, Soldering, Machining, Polishing, Cleaning, Or Assembling) Or Confirm That A
critical Characteristic Is Within Drawing Or Specification Compliance (such As, Testing, Measurement, Or Non-destructive Evaluation).
6.1.4 First Article - Pre-production Models, Initial Product Samples, Test Samples Produced To Ensure A Manufacturer's Capability To Meet Full Specification Requirements.
6.1.5 First Article Test (fat) - Contractually Required Testing And Inspection Of A Supplier's Pre-production, Production, Or "production Representative" Specimens To Evaluate A Manufacturer's Ability To Produce Conforming Product Prior To The Government's
commitment To Receive Subsequent Production Items. First Article Testing Is Product Specific And Does Not Assess Manufacturing Process Controls Nor Does It Assure The Effectiveness Of The Manufacturer's Quality Program.
6.1.6 Government Source Inspection (gsi) - Gsi Is Independent Oversight Performed By A Government Representative Usually A Dcma Quality Assurance Representative (qar)) To Assure That Those Unique Product Quality And System Elements, Identified By The
contracting Agency As Important, Are Observed And Evaluated.
6.1.7 Quality Assurance Letter Of Instruction (qali) - A Qali Is A Formal Document Initiated By A Contracting Activity That Provides Essential Requirements And Instructions For Contracted Materials To Be Independently Verified And Accepted By A Government
representative Prior To Shipment.
6.1.8 Objective Quality Evidence (oqe) - The Quantitative And Qualitative Data Of All Mechanical, Chemical, And Performance Tests Performed (as Required By The Applicable Specification, Drawing, Or Purchase Document) To Prove That The Material Supplied
conforms To The Specified Requirements.
6.1.9 Surface Discontinuity - Any Surface Irregularity, Marking, Or Localized Change In Physical Character Of The Surface, Other Than Dimensional, That Exists Infrequently At One Or Several Places. (examples: Burrs, Dents, Nicks, Scratches, Gouges, Pits,
center-punches, Scribes, And Tool Marks) Surface Discontinuities Less Than 0.005-inch In Depth Are Acceptable Provided They Do Not Violate Any Other Design Requirements Specified In This Contract/purchase Order.
6.1.10 Traceability Code - A Code Or Number Providing Traceability To The Actual Chemical And Mechanical Properties Of The Specified Heat, Batch, Or Form From Which The Material Originated.
6.1.11 Verification - An Examination Performed To Determine Compliance With A Specific Requirement.
6.1.12 Nonconformance - A Nonconformance Is Defined As Affecting Or Violating The Following:
- The Requirements Of This Contract/purchase Order.
- Contractually Invoked Drawings (i.e. Envelope Dimensions, Interface Dimensions With Mating Parts/equipment, Center Of Gravity, Weights, Piece Part Identification, Material, Etc.).
- Contractually Invoked Federal, Military, Or Commercial Specifications And/or Standards.
- Form, Fit, Function, Performance To Contract Requirements, Reliability, Maintainability, Interchangeability, Safety Of Personnel Or Equipment, Or Additional Cost To The Government.
6.1.13 Waiver - A Written Authorization To Accept An Item, Which During Manufacture, Or After Having Been Submitted For Government Inspection Or Acceptance, Is Found To Depart From Specified Requirements, But Nevertheless Is Considered Suitable For Use As Is
or After Repair By An Approved Method.
6.1.14 Deviation - A Specific Written Authorization (granted Prior To The Manufacture Of An Item) To Depart From A Particular Requirement(s) Of An Item's Current Approved Configuration Documentation For A Specific Number Of Units Or A Specified Period Of
time, And To Accept An Item Which Is Found To Depart From Specified Requirements, But Nevertheless Is Considered Suitable For Use "as Is" Or After Repair By An Approved Method.
6.1.15 Critical Waiver/deviation - This Waiver/deviation Consists Of A Departure Involving Safety.
6.1.16 Major Waiver/deviation - This Waiver/deviation Consists Of A Departure Involving:
- Performance
- Interchangeability, Reliability, Survivability, Maintainability, Or Durability Of The Item Or Its Repair Parts
- Health Or Safety
- Effective Use Or Operation
- Weight, Stability, Or Structural Integrity
- System Design Parameters As Schematics, Flows, Pressures Or Temperatures
- Compartment Arrangements Or Assigned Function
6.1.17 Minor Waiver/deviation - This Waiver/deviation Consists Of A Departure Which Does Not Involve Any Of The Factors Listed As Critical Or Major.
6.1.18 Engineering Change (ec) - A Change To The Current Approved Configuration Documentation Of A Configuration Item At Any Point In The Life Cycle Of The Item.
6.1.19 Engineering Change Proposal (ecp) - A Proposed Engineering Change And The Documentation By Which The Change Is Described, Justified, And Submitted To The Government For Approval Or Disapproval.
6.1.20 Class I Ecp - A Class I Ecp Is Approved By The Government's Configuration Control Board And Authorized With A Contract Modification.
6.1.21 Class Ii Ecp - A Class Ii Change Is Typically Reviewed For Concurrence In Classification By The Local Government Representative, Unless Otherwise Specified Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order.
6.2 In Accordance With Opnavinst 5510.1 All Documents And Drawings Provided By The U.s. Navy To Perspective Contractors Must Include A "distribution Statement" To Inform The Contractor Of The Limits Of Distribution, And The Safeguarding Of The Information
contained On Those Documents And Drawings.
6.2.1 There Are 7 (seven) Separate Distribution Statement Codes Used For Non-classified Documents And Drawings. The Definition For Each Is As Follows:
a... Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.
b... Distribution Authorized To Us Governments Agencies Only.
c... Distribution Authorized To Us Government Agencies And Their Contractors.
d... Distribution Authorized To Dod And Dod Contractors Only.
e... Distribution Authorized To Dod Components Only.
f... Further Distribution Only As Directed By Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command, Code 09t.
x... Distribution Is Authorized To Us Government Agencies And Private Individuals Or Enterprises Eligible To Obtain Export Controlled Technical Data In Accordance With Opnavinst 5510.161.
6.3 Ordering Information For Document References - The Department Of Defense Single Stock Point (dodssp), Website Http://www.dsp.dla.mil/, Provides Product Information For The Department Of Defense Index Of Specifications And Standards (dodiss)
(i.e.military/federal Specifications And Standards), Data Item Descriptions (dids), And Other Dodssp Products. Most Specifications Can Obtained Directly From Http://quicksearch.dla.mil/
a. Availability Of Cancelled Documents - The Dodssp Offers Cancelled Documentsthat Are Required By Private Industry In Fulfillment Of Contractual Obligationsin Paper Format. Documents Can Be Requested By Phoning The Subscription Services Desk.
b. Commercial Specifications, Standards, And Descriptions - These Specifications, Standards And Descriptions Are Not Available From Government Sources. Theymay Be Obtained From The Publishers Of The Applicable Societies.
c. Ordnance Standards (os), Weapons Specifications (ws), And Navord Ostd 600 Pages - These Type Publications May Be Obtained By Submitting A Request To:
commander, Indian Head Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center
code 8410p, 101 Strauss Avenue
indian Head, Md 20640-5035
d. On Post-award Actions, Requests For "official Use Only" And "noforn" (not Releasable To Foreign Nationals) Documents Must Identify The Government Contractnumber, And Must Be Submitted Via The Cognizant Defense Contract Management Command (dcmc) For
certification Of Need For The Document. On Pre-award Actions Such Requests Must Be Submitted To The Pco For Certification Of Need For The Document.
e. Noforn Military Specifications And Standards (including Amendments, Change Notices And Supplements, But Not Interim Changes) To Be Ordered From:
contracting Officer
navsup-wss
code 87321
5450 Carlisle Pike
p.o. Box 2020
mechanicsburg, Pa. 17055-0788
f. Nuclear Reactor Publications Assigned Navsea Documents And Identification Numbers (i.e. Navsea Welding Standard, Navsea 250-1500-1) Are To Be Ordered Enue:
commanding Officer
navsup-wss
code 009
5450 Carlisle Pike
p.o. Box 2020
mechanicsburg, Pa. 17055-0788
g. Technical Manuals Assigned Navsea Identification Numbers (i.e. Navsea Welding And Brazing Procedure, Navsea S9074-aq-gib-010/248) Are To Be Ordered From:
commanding Officer
navsup-wss
code 1 Support Branch
700 Robbins Avenue
philadelphia, Pa. 19111-5094
h. Interim Changes And Classified Specifications Must Be Obtained By Submitting A Request On Dd Form 1425 To Navsup-wss.
6.4 Recent Updates - A Short Description Of Recent Updates To The Technical Requirements Of This Item Are Listed Below, Along With An Implementation Date For Each Issue. The Notes Below Are Only A Generic Quick Reference And Are Provided For Convenience
only, Detailed Requirements Will Be Defined Elsewhere In The Technical Sections Of This Contract/purchase Order.
;- 10/20/2016 - Updated Ecds Url
- Feb 26 2009 - Clarified Testing And Certs Only Apply To Pieces Listed
- Oct 29 2010 - Added Sampling Std For Li In-process Testing
- Feb 03 2011 - Clarified Intergranular Corrosion Test On Raw Stock
- Oct 22 2012 - Identified Intergranular Corrosion Test Material Classes
- Dec 17 2011 - Began Using Ecds For Submissions
- Jan 05 2012 - Added Wawf To Forward Approved Waivers/deviations With Final Oqe
- Dec 17 2011 - Moved Quality Assurance Text Location For Readability
- Apr 15 2009 - Clarified The Sample Size For Large And Small Lot Sizes
- Jan 19 2011 - Added Notification Of Dcma Upon Contract Award
- May 02 2009 - Added Lubricants And Sealants To The C Of C
- Aug 27 2014 - Took Out Contractor's Phone Number Requirement
- Dec 01 2011 - Moved "notes To Dcma Qar" To Qa Section
- Jan 5 2017 - Ecds/csd Info Was Added To Definitions In The Notes Section;
delivery Days Will Be Established For This Clin At Time Of Award.
date Of First Submission=asreq
paragraph 10.4 Of Di-qcic-81110 Does Not Apply.
date Of First Submission=asreq
block 12 - Certification Data Must Be Submitted To Portsmouth Naval Shipyard For Review And Acceptance Prior To Each Shipment Of Material. Certification Documentation Must Be Submitted Via Wawf (wide Area Work Flow).
enter In Wawf As Follows:
"ship To" N50286
"inspect By" N39040
"accept By" N39040
and Email Notification Field: Port_ptnh_wawf_notification@navy.mil
no Material Is To Be Shipped Prior To The Receipt Of Acceptance.
date Of First Submission=asreq
block 4 - Paragraphs 10.2.1, 10.2.2, 10.2.3, 10.3, And 10.4 Of Di-misc-80678 Do Not Apply.
block 12 - Certification Data Must Be Submitted To Portsmouth Naval Shipyard For Review And Acceptance Prior To Each Shipment Of Material. Certification Documentation Must Be Submitted Via Wawf (wide Area Work Flow).
enter In Wawf As Follows:
"ship To" N50286
"inspect By" N39040
"accept By" N39040
and Email Notification Field: Port_ptnh_wawf_notification@navy.mil
no Material Is To Be Shipped Prior To The Receipt Of Acceptance.
date Of First Submission=asreq
block 4 - Paragraphs 10.2.2, 10.2.3, 10.2.4, And 10.3 Of Di-misc-80678 Do Not Apply.
block 12 - Certification Data Must Be Submitted To Portsmouth Naval Shipyard For Review And Acceptance Prior To Each Shipment Of Material. Certification Documentation Must Be Submitted Via Wawf (wide Area Work Flow).
enter In Wawf As Follows:
"ship To" N50286
"inspect By" N39040
"accept By" N39040
and Email Notification Field: Port_ptnh_wawf_notification@navy.mil
no Material Is To Be Shipped Prior To The Receipt Of Acceptance.
1. Scope
1.1 The Material Covered In This Contract/purchase Order Will Be Used In A Crucial Shipboard System. The Use Of Incorrect Or Defective Material Would Create A High Probability Of Failure Resulting In Serious Personnel Injury, Loss Of Life, Loss Of Vital
shipboard Systems, Or Loss Of The Ship Itself. Therefore, The Material Has Been Designated As Special Emphasis Material (level I, Scope Of Certification, Or Quality Assured) And Special Control Procedures Are Invoked To Ensure Receipt Of Correct Material.
2. Applicable Documents
2.1 Order Of Precedence - In The Event Of A Conflict Between The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order And The References And/or Drawings Cited Herein, The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order Must Take Precedence. Nothing In This Contract/purchase Order,
however, Must Supersede Applicable Laws And Regulations Unless A Specific Exemption Has Been Obtained.
2.2 Applicable Documents - The Document(s) Listed Below Form A Part Of This Contract/purchase Order Including Modifications Or Exclusions.
2.2.1 Specification Revisions - The Specification Revisions Listed Under "documents References" Below Are The Preferred Revision. Older And/or Newer R Evisions Are Acceptable When Listed Within Contract Support Library Reference Number Csd155 In Ecds (electric
contractor Data Submission) At: Ht Tps://register.nslc.navy.mil/. This Is To Allow Contractors To Use Certain Acceptable Older Specification Revisions To Purge Their Existing Stock Of Material Certified To Those Older Revisions Or To Use Newer Specification
revisions When Material Is Certified To Newly Released Revisions,without Requiring The Submittal Of Waiver/deviation Requests For Each Specification Revision On Every Contract. Revisions Of Specifications Reflecting Editorial And/or Re-approval (e.g. E2009,
r2014, Etc.) Are Considered Inconsequential, But Are Acceptable When Their Revisions Are Listedwithin Csd155 Or Elsewhere Within This Contract.
2.2.2 "document References" Listed Below Must Be Obtained By The Contractor. Ordering Information Is Included As An Attachment To This Contract/purchase Order.
2.2.3 The Documents And Drawings Listed Below Under Drawing No. Are Not Provided With This Contract/purchase Order.
drawing No Cage Rev Distr Cd
;s1e10070 99517 U B;
document Ref Data=ansi/asq Z1.4 | | | |080101|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-792 | | |f |060519|a| | |
document Ref Data=iso_9001 | | | |081115|a| | |
document Ref Data=iso10012 | | | |030415|a| | |
document Ref Data=iso/iec 17025 | | | |050515|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-i-45208 | | |a |810724|a| 1| |
document Ref Data=mil-std-45662 | | |a |880801|a| | |
document Ref Data=sae Ams-qq-s-763 | | |d |150301|a| | |
document Ref Data=ansi/ncsl Z540.3 | | | |130326|a| | |
document Ref Data=0900-lp-001-7000 | | | |810101|c| |01|
document Ref Data=s9074-aq-gib-010/248 | | |1 |191112|a| | |
document Ref Data=s9074-ar-gib-010a/278 (chg A) | | | |130214|a| | |
3. Requirements
3.1 ;the Tailpiece Must Be In Accordance With Vacco Systems Drawing S1e10070, Part Number S2d10189-3ea, Except As Amplified Or Modified Herein.;
3.2 Material For Parts Requiring Certification - Quantitative Chemical And Mechanical Analysis Is Required For The Parts Listed Below Unless Specifically Stated Otherwise:
part - ;tailpiece;
material - ;sae-ams-qq-s-763, Class 304;
3.3 Testing Certification - Certifications Are Required For The Following Tests On The Items Listed Below. Additional Testing On Other Piece Parts (if Any) Per Applicable Drawings And Specifications Is Still Required, But Certifications Are Only Required As
listed Below.
test - Non-destructive Tests
item - ;weld Repair And/or Production Weld (as Applicable);
performance - Per Applicable Fabrication Specification
acceptance - Per Applicable Fabrication Specification
test - Intergranular Corrosion Test (only For Sae-ams-qq-s-763, Classes 304-condition A, 304l, 316-condition A, 316l, 317-condition A, 321 And 347 Material. Test Must Be Performed Prior To Fabrication/machining)
item - ;tailpiece;
performance - Sae-ams-qq-s-763
acceptance - Sae-ams-qq-s-763
3.4 O-ring Grooves And Mating Sealing Surfaces Must Be Inspected Per The Contractually Invoked Drawings Or Specifications. When The Drawings Or Specifications Do Not Provide Specific Defect Criteria Or State That No Defects Are Allowed, The General Acceptance
criteria (gac) Standard Must Be Used For Inspecting O-ring Grooves And Mating Sealing Surfaces Only. Repairs To Sealing Surfaces And O-ring Grooves With Unacceptable Defects May Be Accomplished Within The Limits Of The Size And Tolerances Provided In The
applicable Drawing. Repairs Thatwould Exceed These Limits Require Approval (including Final Dimensions). The Data That Is Red Lined (crossed Out) Is Excluded From The Gac For This Contract And Is Not To Be Used For Acceptance Or Rejection Criteria. The Gac
document Is Identified As Contract Support Library Reference Number Csd008 At Https://register.nslc.navy.mil/
3.5 Welding Or Brazing - When Welding, Brazing, And Allied Processes Are Required, As Invoked By Section C Paragraph 3 Requirements, They Must Be In Accordance With S9074-ar-gib-010a/278, 0900-lp-001-7000 For Brazing Of Piping And Pressure Vessel Applications,
or S9074-aq-gib-010/248 For Brazing Of Other Applications. For All Production And Repair Welding And Brazing Personnel And Procedures Must Be Qualified Under S9074-aq-gib-010/248 Or 0900-lp-001-7000, As Applicable. Procedures And Qualification Data Must Be
submitted For Review And Approval Prior To Performing Any Welding Or Brazing.
3.6 Navsea 0948-lp-045-7010 - Any Applicable Requirements Of Navships 4410.17,navsea 0948-lp-045-7010, Or 0948-045-7010 Which The Contractor Must Meet Are Included In This Contract/purchase Order. The Above Documents Are For Governmentuse Only. Further
application Of The Above Documents Is Prohibited.prohibited.
3.6.1 Marking Of Material With A Material Designator Per The Drawing Is Also Prohibited, With The Exception Of Fasteners. Fasteners Must Be Marked With A Material Symbol/designator As Specified Elsewhere In This Contract.
3.7 Configuration Control - The Contractor Must Maintain The Total Equipment Baseline Configuration. For Items Of Proprietary Design, Contractor Drawings Showing The Latest Assembly Configuration Must Be Provided To The Government In Electronic (c4) Format.
definitions Are Provided Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order.
3.7.1 Waivers/deviations - All Waivers And Deviations, Regardless Of Significance Or Classification Require Review And Approval By The Contracting Officer. Waivers And Deviations Must Be Designated As Critical, Major, Or Minor. The Contractor Must Provide A
copy Of This Request To The Qar. Requests Must Include The Information Listed Below.
A. A Complete Description Of The Contract Requirement Affected
And The Nature Of The Waiver/deviation (non-conformance),
Including A Classification Of Critical, Major, Or Minor.
B. Number Of Units (and Serial/lot Numbers) To Be Delivered In This
Configuration.
C. Any Impacts To Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Government
Personnel Or Impacts To The Operational Use Of The Product.
D. Information About Remedial Action Being Taken To Prevent Reoccurrence
Of The Non-conformance.
3.7.2 All Requests For Waivers/deviations On Navsup-wss Contracts Must Be Submitted To The Navsup Wss Contracting Specialist Via Email.
3.7.3 Ecps - The Government Will Maintain Configuration Control And Change Authority For All Modifications Or Changes Affecting Form, Fit, Function, Or Interface Parameters Of The Equipment And Its Sub-assemblies. The Contractor Must Submit An Engineering
change Proposal (ecp) For Any Class I Or Ii Changes That Impact The Equipment Covered By This Contract. Ecps Must Be Prepared In Contractor Format, And Must Include The Following Information:
A. The Change Priority, Change Classification (class I Or Class Ii),
And Change Justification.
B. A Complete Description Of The Change To Be Made And The Need For
That Change.
C. A Complete Listing Of Other Configuration Items Impacted By The
Proposed Change And A Description Of The Impact On Those Cis.
D. Proposed Changes To Documents Controlled By The Government.
E. Proposed Serial/lot Number Effectivities Of Units To Be
Produced In, Or Retrofitted To, The Proposed Configuration.
F. Recommendations About The Way A Retrofit Should Be Accomplished.
G. Impacts To Any Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Gove
Closing Date3 Jun 2024
Tender AmountRefer Documents
DEPT OF THE NAVY USA Tender
Corrigendum : Closing Date Modified
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inspection Of Supplies--fixed-price (aug 1996)|2|||
inspection And Acceptance - Short Version|8|x||x||||||
time Of Delivery (june 1997)|20|0001 - 0006|12 Total (2 Units Per Niin)|558 Days||||||||||||||||||
general Information-fob-destination|1|b|
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navy Use Of Abilityone Support Contractor - Release Of Offeror Information (3-18))|1||
equal Opportunity (sep 2016)|2|||
warranty Of Supplies Of A Noncomplex Nature (june 2003)|6|one Year From Date Of Delivery|one Year From Date Of Delivery|||||
warranty Of Data--basic (mar 2014)|2|||
buy American-free Trade Agreements-balance Of Payments Program-basic (feb 2024)|11||||||||||||
notice Of Total Small Business Set-aside (oct 2020)(deviation 2020-o0008)|1||
alternate A, Annual Representations And Certifications (nov 2023)|13||||||||||||||
small Business Program Representations (feb 2024)|4|||||
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buy American-balance Of Payments Program Certificate-basic (feb 2024)|1||
annual Representations And Certifications (may 2024)|13|332919|750||||||||||||
notice Of Priority Rating For National Defense, Emergency Perpardeness, And Enrgy Progam Use (april 2008))|2||x|
1. Data Item A001 (inspection And Test Plan) May Be Waived If Already On Fileat Navsup Wss Mech.
2. Drawings Associated With This Solicitation Will Be Made Available On The Sam.gov Website But Will Be Restricted Access, Which Needs To Be Approved. Once Access Has Been Requested, Interested Vendors Should Email The Poc Listed On The Solicitation To Inform
them Of The Request.
3. Navsup Wss Mech Will Be Considering Past Performance In The Evaluation Ofoffers. See Clause 252.213-7000.
4. The Following Proposed Delivery Schedule Applies:
submission Of All Certification Data Cdrls 20 Days Prior To Delivery.
pnsy Review/acceptance Of Certification Cdrls After Receipt
final Delivery Of Material (558 Days)
early And Incremental Delivery Is Acceptable At No Additional Cost To The Government.
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1. Scope
1.1 The Material Covered In This Contract/purchase Order Will Be Used In A Crucial Shipboard System. The Use Of Incorrect Or Defective Material Would Create A High Probability Of Failure Resulting In Serious Personnel Injury, Loss Of Life, Loss Of Vital
shipboard Systems, Or Loss Of The Ship Itself. Therefore, The Material Has Been Designated As Special Emphasis Material (level I, Scope Of Certification, Or Quality Assured) And Special Control Procedures Are Invoked To Ensure Receipt Of Correct Material.
1.1.1 Li-soc Item - It Has Been Determined That This Item Falls Within Both The Level I Boundary And The Scope Of Certification (soc) Boundary.
2. Applicable Documents
2.1 Order Of Precedence - In The Event Of A Conflict Between The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order And The References And/or Drawings Cited Herein, The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order Must Take Precedence. Nothing In This Contract/purchase Order,
however, Must Supersede Applicable Laws And Regulations Unless A Specific Exemption Has Been Obtained.
2.2 Applicable Documents - The Document(s) Listed Below Form A Part Of This Contract/purchase Order Including Modifications Or Exclusions.
2.2.1 Specification Revisions - The Specification Revisions Listed Under "documents References" Below Are The Preferred Revision. Older And/or Newer R Evisions Are Acceptable When Listed Within Contract Support Library Reference Number Csd155 In Ecds (electric
contractor Data Submission) At: Ht Tps://register.nslc.navy.mil/. This Is To Allow Contractors To Use Certain Acceptable Older Specification Revisions To Purge Their Existing Stock Of Material Certified To Those Older Revisions Or To Use Newer Specification
revisions When Material Is Certified To Newly Released Revisions,without Requiring The Submittal Of Waiver/deviation Requests For Each Specification Revision On Every Contract. Revisions Of Specifications Reflecting Editorial And/or Re-approval (e.g. E2009,
r2014, Etc.) Are Considered Inconsequential, But Are Acceptable When Their Revisions Are Listedwithin Csd155 Or Elsewhere Within This Contract.
2.2.2 Documents, Drawings, And Publications Supplied Are Listed Under "drawing Number". These Items Should Be Retained Until An Award Is Made.
2.2.3 "document References" Listed Below Must Be Obtained By The Contractor. Ordering Information Is Included As An Attachment To This Contract/purchase Order.
drawing Data=7384912 |53711| B| |d|0001 | B|49998|9999999
document Ref Data=fed-std-h28 | | |b |190424|a| | |
document Ref Data=fed-std-h28 |0020| |b |941221|a| |01|
document Ref Data=ansi/asq Z1.4 | | | |080101|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-130 | | |n |121116|a| |01|
document Ref Data=qq-n-286 | | |g |001207|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-792 | | |f |060519|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-2132 | | |d |080310|f| |01|
document Ref Data=iso_9001 | | | |081115|a| | |
document Ref Data=iso10012 | | | |030415|a| | |
document Ref Data=iso/iec 17025 | | | |050515|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-i-45208 | | |a |810724|a|1 | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-45662 | | |a |880801|a| | |
document Ref Data=ansi/ncsl Z540.3 | | | |130326|a| | |
document Ref Data=t9074-as-gib-010/271 | | |1 |140911|a| | |
3. Requirements
3.1 ;splined Shaft Must Be Made In Accordance With Navsea Drawing 7384912, Part Number 90, Except As Amplified Or Modified Herein.;
3.2 ;no Weld Repair Allowed On Qq-n-286 Material.;
3.3 Material For Parts Requiring Certification - Quantitative Chemical And Mechanical Analysis Is Required For The Parts Listed Below Unless Specifically Stated Otherwise:
part - ;splined Shaft;
material - ;qq-n-286; Form 2, Annealed, Hot Finished, And Age Hardened;
3.4 Testing Certification - Certifications Are Required For The Following Tests On The Items Listed Below. Additional Testing On Other Piece Parts (if Any) Per Applicable Drawings Is Still Required, But Certifications Are Only Required As Listed Below.
attribute - Annealing And Age Hardening
item - ;splined Shaft;
performance - Qq-n-286
test - Ultrasonic Inspection On Starting Material
item - ;all Items Requiring Certification Made From Qq-n-286 With A Diameter Or Minimum Distance Between Parallel Surfaces Of 4 Inches Or Greater Of The Starting Material, Or When Required By A Drawing Or Specification Invoked Elsewhere In This Contract;
performance - T9074-as-gib-010/271 Or Mil-std-2132, And Qq-n-286
acceptance - Qq-n-286
3.5 Slow Strain Rate Tensile Test Laboratories - The Slow Strain Rate Tensile Test Of Qq-n-286 Must Be Performed By One Of The Following Laboratories:
huntington Alloys, A Special Metals Company
attn: Bill Bolenr
3200 Riverside Drive
huntington, Wv 257059
phone: (304) 526-5889
fax: (304) 526-5973
metallurgical Consultants, Inc.
attn: W. M. Buehler
4820 Caroline
po Box 88046
houston, Tx 77288-0046
phone: (713) 526-6351
fax: (713) 526-2964
naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division
attn: Eric Focht Code 614
9500 Macarthur Blvd
west Bethesda, Md 20817-5700
phone: (301) 227-5032
fax: (301) 227-5576
teledyne Allvac
attn: Dr. W. D. Cao
2020 Ashcraft Ave.
monroe, Nc 28110
phone: (704) 289-4511
fax: (704) 289-4269
westmoreland Mechanical Testing And Research Inc.
attn: Andrew Wisniewski
p.o. Box 388
youngstown, Pa 15696-0388
mannesmann Rohrenwerke
mannesmann Forschungsinstitut (mfi)
attn: Dr. Weiss
postfach 251160
47251 Duisburg
germany
phone: 011-49-0203-9993194
fax: 011-49-0203-9994415
thyssenkrupp Vdm Usa, Inc.
attn: D. C. Agarwal
11210 Steeplecrest Drive, Suite 120
houston, Tx 77065-4939
phone: (281) 955-6683
3.6 Thread Inspection Requirements - All Threads On Threaded Parts Must Be Inspected Using Appropriate Inspection Methods, Inspection Systems, And Inspection Gages/instruments In Accordance With Fed-std-h28 Series. Substitution Of Thecommercial Equivalent
inspection In Accordance With Asme B1 Series Is Acceptable.
3.6.1 System 21 Of Fed-std-h28/20 Must Be Used As A Minimum Inspection Requirement For Threads When The Design Drawing Or Design Specification Does Not Specify An Inspection Requirement.
3.6.2 For Navy And Shipyard Drawings, System 21 Of Fed-std-h28/20 May Be Substituted For System 22 Without Further Navy Approval When The Design Drawing Invokes System 22 And Does Not Cite Governing Specifications That Specifically Require System 22. System 22
of Fed-std-h28/20 Must Be Used When The Drawing References Other Governing Specifications That Specifically Require System 22, Such As Certain Thread Types Of Mil-dtl-1222.
3.6.3 A Written Request For Concurrence Must Be Submitted When Utilizing Alternative Measuring Equipment Or Measuring Systems Not Applicable To The Specified Inspection System.
3.7 Certificate Of Compliance - (special Emphasis Material) The Contractor Must Prepare And Submit A Certificate Of Compliance Certifying That The Items/components Furnished Under This Contract Comply With The Requirements Of The Procurement Document,
including Any/all Invoked Specifications And Drawings.
3.8 Configuration Control - The Contractor Must Maintain The Total Equipment Baseline Configuration. For Items Of Proprietary Design, Contractor Drawings Showing The Latest Assembly Configuration Must Be Provided To The Government In Electronic (c4) Format.
definitions Are Provided Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order.
3.8.1 Waivers/deviations - All Waivers And Deviations, Regardless Of Significance Or Classification Require Review And Approval By The Contracting Officer. Waivers And Deviations Must Be Designated As Critical, Major, Or Minor. The Contractor Must Provide A
copy Of This Request To The Qar. Requests Must Include The Information Listed Below.
A. A Complete Description Of The Contract Requirement Affected
And The Nature Of The Waiver/deviation (non-conformance),
Including A Classification Of Critical, Major, Or Minor.
B. Number Of Units (and Serial/lot Numbers) To Be Delivered In This
Configuration.
C. Any Impacts To Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Government
Personnel Or Impacts To The Operational Use Of The Product.
D. Information About Remedial Action Being Taken To Prevent Reoccurrence
Of The Non-conformance.
3.8.2 All Requests For Waivers/deviations On Navsup-wss Contracts Must Be Submitted Using The Ecds (electronic Contractor Data Submission) System At Https://register.nslc.navy.mil/
3.8.3 Ecps - The Government Will Maintain Configuration Control And Change Authority For All Modifications Or Changes Affecting Form, Fit, Function, Or Interface Parameters Of The Equipment And Its Sub-assemblies. The Contractor Must Submit An Engineering
change Proposal (ecp) For Any Class I Or Ii Changes That Impact The Equipment Covered By This Contract. Ecps Must Be Prepared In Contractor Format, And Must Include The Following Information:
A. The Change Priority, Change Classification (class I Or Class Ii),
And Change Justification.
B. A Complete Description Of The Change To Be Made And The Need For
That Change.
C. A Complete Listing Of Other Configuration Items Impacted By The
Proposed Change And A Description Of The Impact On Those Cis.
D. Proposed Changes To Documents Controlled By The Government.
E. Proposed Serial/lot Number Effectivities Of Units To Be
Produced In, Or Retrofitted To, The Proposed Configuration.
F. Recommendations About The Way A Retrofit Should Be Accomplished.
G. Impacts To Any Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Government
Personnel In Support Of The Product.
H. Impacts To The Operational Use Of The Product.
I. Complete Estimated Life-cycle Cost Impact Of The Proposed Change.
J. Milestones Relating To The Processing And Implementation Of The
Engineering Change.
3.9 Mercury Free - Mercury And Mercury Containing Compounds Must Not Be Intentionally Added Or Come In Direct Contact With Hardware Or Supplies Furnished Under This Contract. Mercury Contamination Of The Material Will Be Cause For Rejection.
3.10 Navsea 0948-lp-045-7010 - Any Applicable Requirements Of Navships 4410.17,navsea 0948-lp-045-7010, Or 0948-045-7010 Which The Contractor Must Meet Are Included In This Contract/purchase Order. The Above Documents Are For Governmentuse Only. Further
application Of The Above Documents Is Prohibited.prohibited.
3.10.1 Marking Of Material With A Material Designator Per The Drawing Is Also Prohibited, With The Exception Of Fasteners. Fasteners Must Be Marked With A Material Symbol/designator As Specified Elsewhere In This Contract.
^ Quality Assurance Requirements ^
3.11 See Cdrl Di-misc-80678 (test Certification) - A Statement Of Tests Performed, Listing The Pieces Tested Must Be Furnished Along With A Copy Of The Test Results. Certification Must Include The Contractor's Name, Address And Date, Quantity Inspected,
identified To The Contract/purchase Order And Item Number, And The Contractor's Or Authorized Personnel's Signature. Test Certifications Must Reference The Standard/specification, Including The Revision, To Which The Testing Was Performed And The Acceptance
criteria Used. Test Procedure Numbers May Also Be Referenced On Test Reports. Test Reports On Weldments Must Be Identified To Weld Joint And Layer.
3.12 Quality System Requirements - The Contractor Furnishing Items Under This Contract/purchase Order Must Provide And Maintain A Quality System In Accordance With Iso-9001 As Amplified Or Modified Herein, With The Calibration System Requirements Of Iso-10012
or Ansi-z540.3 With Iso-17025. A Quality System In Accordance With Mil-i-45208, With The Calibration System Requirements Of Mil-std-4
3.12.1 The Contractor's Quality System And Products Supplied Under The System Are Subject To Evaluation, Verification Inspection, And Acceptance/nonacceptance By The Government Representative To Determine The System's Effectiveness In Meeting The Quality
requirements Established In The Contract/purchase Order.
3.12.2 The Contractor's Quality System Must Be Documented And Must Be Available For Review By The Contracting Officer Or His Representative Prior To Initiation Of Production And Throughout The Life Of The Contract. The Prime Contractor Must, Upon
notification, Make His Facilities Available For Audit By The Contracting Officer Or His Authorized Representative.
3.12.3 See Cdrl Di-qcic-81110 (inspection System Procedures) - All Suppliers Of Level I/subsafe (li/ss) Material Are Required To Submit A Copy Of Their Current Documented Quality System Procedures To The Procurement Contracting Officer (pco) Prior To Award Of
any Contract/purchase Order. Suppliers That Have A Copy Of Their Current Quality System Procedures On File At The Procuring Activity May Request The Pco Waive This Requirement.
3.12.4 This Contract Provides For The Performance Of Government Quality Assurance At Source. The Place Or Places Of Performance May Not Be Changed Without The Authorization Of The Procurement Contracting Officer. Upon Receipt Of This Order, Promptly Notify
the Government Representative Who Normally Services Your Plant So That Appropriate Planning For Government Inspection Can Be Accomplished. If You Do Not Have An Assigned Government Representative, Notify The Nearest Defense Contract Management Agency (dcma)
office. In The Event That A Local Government Representative Or Dcma Office Cannot Be Located, Our Purchasing Agent Should Be Notified Immediately.
3.12.5 Any Changes Made By The Contractor To A Qualified Quality System Will Require Re-submittal To The Pco And Concurrence By The Government Quality Assurance Representative Prior To Adoption.
3.13 Contractor Inspection Requirements - The Contractor Must Maintain Adequate Records Of All Inspections And Tests. The Records Must Indicate The Nature And Number Of Observations Made, The Number And Type Of Deficiencies Found, The Quantities Approved And
rejected And The Nature Of Corrective Action Taken As Appropriate. Inspection Records Must Be Traceable To The Material Inspected.
3.13.1 The Supplier's Gages, Measuring And Test Equipment Must Be Made Available For Use By The Government Representative When Required To Determine Conformance With Contract Requirements. When Conditions Warrant, The Supplier's Personnel Must Be Made
available For Operations Of Such Devices And For Verification Of Their Accuracy And Condition.
3.13.2 All Documents And Reference Data Applicable To This Contract Must Be Available For Review By The Government Representative. Copies Of Documents Required For Government Inspection Purposes Must Be Furnished In Accordance With The Instructions Provided
by The Government Representative.
3.14 Subcontractor Inspection Requirements - The Government Has The Right To Inspect At Source, Any Supplies Or Services That Were Not Manufactured Or Performed Within The Contractor's Facility. Such Inspection Can Only Be Requested By Or Under Authorization
of The Government Representative. Any Purchasing Documents To A Subcontractor Must Cite The Applicable Portions Of The Contractually Invoked Quality System (e.g. Calibration Requirements), Plus Any Product Requirements That Apply To The Supplies Being
purchased. When The Government Elects To Perform Source Inspection At The Subcontractor's Facility, Applicable Purchase Documents Must Be Annotated With The Following Statement: "a Government Inspection Is Required Prior To Shipment From Your Plant. Upon
receipt Of This Order, Promptly Notify The Government Representative Who Normally Services Your Plant So That Appropriate Planning For Government Inspection Can Be Accomplished. If You Do Not Have An Assigned Government Representative, Notify The Nearest
defense Contract Management Agency (dcma) Office. In The Event That A Local Government Representative Or Dcma Office Cannot Be Located, Our Purchasing Agent Should Be Notified Immediately."
3.14.1 The Prime Contractor's Program Must Include Procedures To Assess The Capability Of The Prospective Suppliers To Produce The Products Or Supply The Services In Accordance With The Contract, Prior To The Issuance Of Any Purchase Document.
3.14.2 Each Sub-tier Supplier Of Material Or Services For Items In Section 3 Of This Contract Must Be Subjected To A Periodic Review Or Audit By The Prime To Determine The Continued Capability Of The Supplier To Control The Quality Of The Products Or Services
specified In The Purchase Order Or Contract.
3.14.3 The Prime Contractor Must Ensure That The Purchased Product Conformsto Specified Purchase Requirements And This Contract. The Type And Extent Of Control Applied To The Supplier And The Purchased Product Must Be Dependent Upon The Effect Of The
purchased Product On The End Item Represented By This Contract.
3.14.4 The Prime Contractor Must Evaluate The Requirements Of The Contractand Select Suppliers Based On Their Ability To Supply The Product In Accordance With The Prime Contractor's Requirements And The Contract. Criteria For Selection And Evaluation Must Be
established. Records Of This Effort Must Be Available For Review By The Government.
3.14.5 The Prime Contractor's Supplier Quality Assurance Program Must Provide For A Review Of Purchase Documents To Assure Applicable Quality Requirements Are Included Or Referenced In The Documentation For Compliance By The Supplier.
3.15 Government Furnished Material And/or Equipment (gfm/gfe) - When Material Or Equipment Is Furnished By The Government, The Contractor Must Develop Documented Control Procedures That Require At Least The Following:
3.15.1 Visual Examination Upon Receipt To Detect Damage During Transit.
3.15.2 Inspection For Completeness And Proper Type.
3.15.3 Verification Of Material Quality Received.
3.15.4 Periodic Inspection And Precautions To Assure Adequate Storage Conditions And To Guard Against Damage From Handling And Deterioration During Storage.
3.15.5 Functional Testing, Either Prior To Or After Installation, Or Both, As Required By The Contract To Determine Satisfactory Operation.
3.15.6 Identification And Protection From Improper Use Or Disposition.
3.15.7 Reporting To The Government, Any Gfm Or Gfe Property Found Damaged, Malfunctioning, Or Otherwise Unsuitable For Use. In The Event Of Damage Or Malfunction During Or After Installation, The Supplier Must Determine And Record Probable Cause And
necessity For Withholding The Material From Use.
3.15.8 For Gfe Material, And As Required By The Terms Of The Bailment Agreement, The Supplier Must Establish Procedures For Adequate Storage, Maintenance, And Inspection Of Bailed Government Material. Records Of All Inspection And Maintenance Performed On
bailed Property Must Be Maintained.
3.15.9 Material Returned To The Contractor Must Be Handled As Gfm.
3.16 Traceability And Certification Requirements - To Assure That Correct Materials Are Installed In Level I/subsafe Systems, It Is Imperative That Traceability Be Maintained From The Material To The Material Certification Test Report And Other Required
objective Quality Evidence (oqe). The Material Certification Report Must Completely And Accurately Reflect That The Material Supplied Meets The Specified Requirements. Materials Requiring Traceability And Certification Data Are Identified Within Paragraph 3,
section C Of This Contract/purchase Order.
3.16.1 The Following Provides The Minimum Requirements For Maintaining Material Traceability And Supplements The Requirements Specified In Di-misc-81020 And Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order. The Contractor Must Develop Written Procedures That
implement The Material Control Requirements Stated Herein And Elsewhere In This Contract/purchase Order.
3.17 Material Traceability - The Certification Data Report Must Be Identified Through A Unique Traceability Number, Heat-lot Number, Or Heat-treat Number, As Applicable, Which Must Also Be Marked On The Material. This Traceability Marking On The Material Must
provide Direct Traceability To The Material's Chemical Composition And Mechanical Properties Certification Data. For Material Produced By Batch, Continuous Cast, Or Continuous Pour Processes, Samples Must Be Taken No Less Than Once In Every Eight Hours Of
operation For The Purpose Of Validating Proper Chemical Composition And Mechanical Properties. Traceability Must Be Maintained Through All Process Operations Including Any Subcontracted Operations, To The Finished Component.
3.17.1 Material Marking For Traceability And Identification - The Following Are The Minimum Marking Requirements. Additional/alternate Marking Requirements, If Applicable, Will Be Specified Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order. In Addition To The
marking Requirements On Applicable Drawings And/or Specifications, Marking For Traceability Is Required. All Traceability Markings Must Be Permanently Applied In Accordance With Mil-std-792 (except As Specified Below). An Alternate Marking Method Is
permissible Provided It Is An Available Option In The Contractually Invoked Specification Or Drawing, Except In Instances Where The Material Has Been Modified By This Contract/purchase Order And Differs From That Specified In The Specification Or Drawing.
3.17.2 Traceability Markings For Items With Precision Machined Or Plated Surfaces, Or Material With Suitable Marking Surface Areas Less Than 3/8 Inches Square (either 3/8" X 3/8" Or An Area Equal To 0.1406 Inches Square) Must Be Applied To A Durable Tag And
the Tag Securely Affixed To The Material.
3.17.3 Marking Must Be Legible And Must Be Located So As To Not Affect The Form, Fit, And Function Of The Material. ; ;
3.18 See Cdrl Di-misc-81020 (chemical And Mechanical) - Material Certification - In Addition To The Certification Data Requirements Specified In Di-misc-81020, The Following Material Certification Requirements Apply:
3.18.1 Quantitative Chemical And Mechanical Analysis Of Material Traceable To Traceability Markings Is Required. Material Certification Test Reports Must Include The Class, Form, Condition, Grade, Type, Finish, And/or Composition, As Applicable, Of The
material Supplied.
3.18.2 Re-identification And Re-certification Of Material Is Required When The Material Is Subjected To A Process Which Alters It's Properties. If The Starting Material Or Raw Stock Is Processed In A Manner That Will Not Affect Its Chemical Composition Or
mechanical Properties, The Original Certifications For The Chemical Composition And Mechanical Properties, As Required By The Material Specification, Are Acceptable. Re-certification Of The Chemical Or Mechanical Properties Is Required If A Process Is Used
during Fabrication That Alters The Original Properties Of The Material (e.g. Alloying, Heat Treating, Or Forming). In These Instances, The Properties Of The Material Must Be Re-determined And Documented To Reflect The Altered Condition. The Altered Material
must Be Uniquely Re-identified. The Properties Thus Determined And Documented, Are Required For Final Certification And Must Conform To The Material Specification Or The Contract/purchase Order Requirements. When Only The Mechanical Properties Are Altered, The
original Certification Forchemical Composition Must Be Overstamped And Annotated With The Unique Traceability Marking Used With The Altered Material And At A Minimum Contain The Information Below.
traceability Marking ________________________________________________
(marking On Finished Item)
is Fabricated From Raw Material Identified To
heat/lot Number ______________ And Heat Treat Number ____________________
(when Applicable)
_________________________________________ Date _____________________
(name And Signature Of Auth. Co. Rep.)
3.18.3 Material Certification Data Forwarded By The Manufacturer Must Contain A Signed Certification That The Report Results Represent The Actual Attributes Of The Material Furnished And Indicate Full Compliance With All Applicable Specification And
contract Requirements. Transcription Of Certification Data Is Prohibited.
3.18.4 Statements On Material Certification Documents Must Be Positive And Unqualified. Disclaimers Such As "to The Best Of Our Knowledge" Or "we Believe The Information Contained Herein Is True" Are Not Acceptable.
3.18.5 If Material Is Received Without The Required Certification Papers Or With Incorrect/missing Data On The Certification Papers, The Material Will Be Rejected.
3.19 Material Handling - The Written Material Control Process Must Include The Following:
3.19.1 All Raw Materials Must Have Traceability Markings (except As Specified Below).
3.19.2 Stored Raw Materials Requiring Traceability Must Be Segregated To Preclude Intermingling With Materials Not Requiring Traceability.
3.19.3 When Traceability Markings Will Be Removed By A Manufacturing Or Fabrication Process, The Marking Must Be Recorded Prior To Removal And Be Immediately Restored Upon Completion Of The Process. If This Cannot Be Done Or Is Impractical, An Appropriate
material Control Procedure (such As A Bag And Tag, Tagging, And/or Tote Box Control) Must Be Employed. The Material Control Procedure Must Provide A Method Of Positive Control To Preclude Commingling Of Heats/lots Or Loss Of Traceability. The Traceability
marking Must Be Reapplied Upon Completion Of The Final Manufacturing Process.
3.19.4 Brazing Or Weld Filler Metals For Strength Welds Forming Or Integral With Pressure Containing Components Or Assemblies Requiring Traceability Must Be Verified To Be The Correct Material, And Type Or Grade, As Applicable, Prior To Consumption. At A
minimum, Material Verification Must Consist Of Inspection Of Material Test Reports For Conformance To Specified Requirements. Control Of Welding And Brazing Filler Metals Must Be Maintained To The Point Of Consumption To Assure Use Of The Correct Type And
grade. Markings And Traceability Requirements Do Not Apply To Brazing And Weld Filler Metals After Consumption. It Is The Responsibility Of The Prime Contractor To Ensure Conformance With The Above Requirements On Welds Performed By Their Subcontractors.
3.19.5 Purchase Orders For Raw Material Must Specify That The Material Be Traceable To Material Certification Test Reports By Traceability Markings On The Material And Identified On The Test Reports. The Certification Data Requirements Contained In
di-misc-81020 Must Be Invoked By The Prime Contractor On All Subcontractors Supplying Level I Material.
3.19.6 The Material Control Process Must Include Requirements For The Maintenance Of Traceability For Items Sent Out For Subcontracted Operations. If Such Operations Would Remove Traceability Markings, Purchase Or Work Orders Must Specify A Method And Marking
location For Remarking. The Contractor Must Also Ensure That Subcontractor Production Controls Are Adequate To Preclude Commingling Of Materials During Processing.
3.20 Receiving Inspection -
3.20.1 Products And Services Produced By Sub-tier Suppliers For Incorporation In The Contract End Item Must Be Subject To Inspection Or Audit At The Time Of Receipt By The Prime Prior To Further Processing Within The Prime Contractor's Plant Or Shipment To
another Location.
3.20.2 Receiving Inspection Must Include As A Minimum -
verification That The Traceability Marking On The Material Agrees With That On The Certification Test Reports.
verification That Certification Test Reports Are Legible And Complete.
verification That The Contents Of The Certification Test Reports Are In Compliance With The Contractually Invoked Specifications And Requirements.
3.21 Discrepancy Reporting -
3.21.1 Nonconforming Products From Sub-tier Suppliers Must Be Identified And Processed In Accordance With The Prime Contractor's Procedures For Controlling Nonconforming Products. The Prime Contractor Must Report The Receipt Of Any Nonconforming Products To
the Responsible Sub-tier Supplier In Accordance With Established Procedures. Nonconforming Material Records Must Be Maintained And Available For Review By The Government Quality Assurance Representative (qar).
3.22 Final Inspection - The Following Inspections Must Be Performed Prior To Government Inspection And Acceptance.
3.22.1 Material Sampling - Material Must Be Inspected For Form, Fit, And Function. Lot Acceptance Must Be Based On Zero Defects And Lot Rejection Based On One Defect. The Sample Size Must Be In Accordance With The Sampling Plan(s) In The Applicable Military
specification Or Standard, Federal Specification Or Standard, Or Drawing To Which The Material Was Manufactured. In The Absence Of Such Sampling Plans, Sampling Inspection Must Be Per Ansi/asq-z1.4, General Inspection Level Ii (for Sample Size Selection Code),
table Iia (for Sample Size).
small Lot Sizes - For Lot Sizes Of Fifty Or Less, The Minimum Sample Size Must Be Eight Units. For Lot Sizes Of Eight Or Less, The Sample Size Must Be One Hundred Percent Of The Lot.
3.22.2 The Manufacturer May Elect To Use Statistical Process Control (spc) To Assure Product Quality In Lieu Of The Above Attribute Sampling Plan, Provided That The Spc Methodology/system Used Provides Acceptable Products To The Government. However, The
government/navy Receipt Inspection Activity May Perform Their Acceptance Inspection Of The Material Using The Attribute Sampling Plan Outlined Above.
3.22.3 All Data Concerning Material Verification (chemical, Mechanical Or Physical Properties), Traceability (material Certifications To Material Marking), And Nondestructive Test (ndt) Certifications For Material Must Be 100% Inspected. The Certification
test Reports Must Also Be 100% Inspected For Completeness And Legibility.
3.22.4 All Material Requiring Traceability Must Be 100% Inspected For Traceability Marking And That The Marking Is Legible.
3.23 See Cdrl Di-misc-80678 (special Emphasis C Of C) - The Certificate Of Compliance Must Show Traceability To The Marking Applied On Each Individual Item, And Must Contain The Following Information:
1. Contractor's Name, Address And Date.
2. The Contract/purchase Order Number (for Example: N00104-11-p-fa12)
3. The National Stock Number (nsn). The 18 Character National Stock Number For Special Emphasis Material Includes The Two Digit Cog, The Four Digit Fsc, The 9 Digit Niin, And The Two Digit Smic
(for Example: 1h 4820 012345678 L1) ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
4. Lubricants, Sealants, Anti-seize, And/or Thread Locking Compounds ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
5. Certification That O-rings, Packing, Gaskets, Or Other Elastomeric Products Were Installed In A Compressed State Within An Assembly Or Sub-assembly, Prior To Expiration Of The Shelf Life ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
6. Manufacturer's Compound Number ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
7. When Weld Procedure Submittal Is Required By The Contract, A Statement That The Approval Date Of The Qualification Data Precedes Any Production Or Repair Welding Performed On This Contract. ("n/a" When Not Applicable).
8. A Statement To The Effect That All Items Furnished On This Contract Are In Full Compliance With The Specifications And Requirements And List Each Contractually Invoked Conformance/compliance Test Performed By Name And That It Was Performed
satisfactorily.
9. Contractor's Or Authorized Personnel's Signature.
4. Quality Assurance
4.1 Notes To Dcma Qar And The Contractor -
4.1.1 Dcma Qar And The Contractor For Proprietary Designs - Departures From Contractor Imposed Requirements, Not Specifically Covered By The Contract, Must Be Judged Individually On The Basis Of The Effect, If Any, On Contractual Requirements. When There Is A
disagreement Between The Contractor And The Government Representative As To The Effect On Contractual Requirements, The Departure Must Be Considered A Nonconformance And Be Submitted To The Pco For Disposition.
4.1.2 Dcma Qar And The Contractor For Proprietary Designs - All Records Of Departures From Contractor Imposed Requirements Must Be Maintained And Available For Review At The Contractor's Facility. A Copy Must Be Given To The Local Government Representative. A
record Of These Departures, Traceable To The Applicablepart Number And Contract Number Must Be Submitted To The Pco.
4.1.3 Dcma Qar And The Contractor For Proprietary Designs - For Proprietary Designs, The Contractor's Part Numbers Are Acceptable For Reference Only. The Delivered Material Must Conform To All Drawings, Specifications, And Other Contractual Requirements.
4.1.4 Dcma Qar - It Is The Responsibility Of Dcma Qar To Review Non-destructive Testing (ndt) Procedures For Navsup Contracts/purchase Orders.
4.1.5 Dcma Qar And The Contractor - The Ecds (electronic Contractor Data Submission) System Is Available For Certain Data Submissions And To Submit Questions And Clarifications, And Waiver Requests On Contracts And Solicitations. Ecds Can Be Found At:
https://register.nslc.navy.mil/
5. Packaging
5.1 Preservation, Packaging, Packing And Marking - Preservation, Packaging, Packing And Marking Must Be In Accordance With The Contract/purchase Order Schedule And As Specified Below.
mil-std 2073 Packaging Applies As Found Elsewhere In The Schedule
6. Notes
6.1 Several Definitions Of Terms That Apply To Csi Items Are Listed Below. All Terms May Not Apply To Every Item.
6.1.1 The Ecds (electronic Contractor Data Submission) System Is At: Https://register.nslc.navy.mil/ This Application Will Require Advance Registration Using A Pki Digital Certificate On A Cac. A Vendor User Guide Is Available As Csd001 In The Csd
(contract Support Document) Library Within Ecds.
6.1.2 Critical Safety Item (csi) - Any Ship Part, Assembly, Or Support Equipment Containing A Critical Characteristic Whose Failure, Malfunction, Or Absence Of Which Could Cause A Catastrophic Or Critical Failure Resulting In Loss Of, Or Serious Damage To The
ship, Or Unacceptable Risk Of Personal Injury Or Loss Of Life.
6.1.3 Critical Process - As Determined By The Twh, Any Process, Operation Or Action Performed On A Ship Csi That Serves To Establish A Critical Characteristic (such As Welding, Soldering, Machining, Polishing, Cleaning, Or Assembling) Or Confirm That A
critical Characteristic Is Within Drawing Or Specification Compliance (such As, Testing, Measurement, Or Non-destructive Evaluation).
6.1.4 First Article - Pre-production Models, Initial Product Samples, Test Samples Produced To Ensure A Manufacturer's Capability To Meet Full Specification Requirements.
6.1.5 First Article Test (fat) - Contractually Required Testing And Inspection Of A Supplier's Pre-production, Production, Or "production Representative" Specimens To Evaluate A Manufacturer's Ability To Produce Conforming Product Prior To The Government's
commitment To Receive Subsequent Production Items. First Article Testing Is Product Specific And Does Not Assess Manufacturing Process Controls Nor Does It Assure The Effectiveness Of The Manufacturer's Quality Program.
6.1.6 Government Source Inspection (gsi) - Gsi Is Independent Oversight Performed By A Government Representative Usually A Dcma Quality Assurance Representative (qar)) To Assure That Those Unique Product Quality And System Elements, Identified By The
contracting Agency As Important, Are Observed And Evaluated.
6.1.7 Quality Assurance Letter Of Instruction (qali) - A Qali Is A Formal Document Initiated By A Contracting Activity That Provides Essential Requirements And Instructions For Contracted Materials To Be Independently Verified And Accepted By A Government
representative Prior To Shipment.
6.1.8 Objective Quality Evidence (oqe) - The Quantitative And Qualitative Data Of All Mechanical, Chemical, And Performance Tests Performed (as Required By The Applicable Specification, Drawing, Or Purchase Document) To Prove That The Material Supplied
conforms To The Specified Requirements.
6.1.9 Surface Discontinuity - Any Surface Irregularity, Marking, Or Localized Change In Physical Character Of The Surface, Other Than Dimensional, That Exists Infrequently At One Or Several Places. (examples: Burrs, Dents, Nicks, Scratches, Gouges, Pits,
center-punches, Scribes, And Tool Marks) Surface Discontinuities Less Than 0.005-inch In Depth Are Acceptable Provided They Do Not Violate Any Other Design Requirements Specified In This Contract/purchase Order.
6.1.10 Traceability Code - A Code Or Number Providing Traceability To The Actual Chemical And Mechanical Properties Of The Specified Heat, Batch, Or Form From Which The Material Originated.
6.1.11 Verification - An Examination Performed To Determine Compliance With A Specific Requirement.
6.1.12 Nonconformance - A Nonconformance Is Defined As Affecting Or Violating The Following:
- The Requirements Of This Contract/purchase Order.
- Contractually Invoked Drawings (i.e. Envelope Dimensions, Interface Dimensions With Mating Parts/equipment, Center Of Gravity, Weights, Piece Part Identification, Material, Etc.).
- Contractually Invoked Federal, Military, Or Commercial Specifications And/or Standards.
- Form, Fit, Function, Performance To Contract Requirements, Reliability, Maintainability, Interchangeability, Safety Of Personnel Or Equipment, Or Additional Cost To The Government.
6.1.13 Waiver - A Written Authorization To Accept An Item, Which During Manufacture, Or After Having Been Submitted For Government Inspection Or Acceptance, Is Found To Depart From Specified Requirements, But Nevertheless Is Considered Suitable For Use As Is
or After Repair By An Approved Method.
6.1.14 Deviation - A Specific Written Authorization (granted Prior To The Manufacture Of An Item) To Depart From A Particular Requirement(s) Of An Item's Current Approved Configuration Documentation For A Specific Number Of Units Or A Specified Period Of
time, And To Accept An Item Which Is Found To Depart From Specified Requirements, But Nevertheless Is Considered Suitable For Use "as Is" Or After Repair By An Approved Method.
6.1.15 Critical Waiver/deviation - This Waiver/deviation Consists Of A Departure Involving Safety.
6.1.16 Major Waiver/deviation - This Waiver/deviation Consists Of A Departure Involving:
- Performance
- Interchangeability, Reliability, Survivability, Maintainability, Or Durability Of The Item Or Its Repair Parts
- Health Or Safety
- Effective Use Or Operation
- Weight, Stability, Or Structural Integrity
- System Design Parameters As Schematics, Flows, Pressures Or Temperatures
- Compartment Arrangements Or Assigned Function
6.1.17 Minor Waiver/deviation - This Waiver/deviation Consists Of A Departure Which Does Not Involve Any Of The Factors Listed As Critical Or Major.
6.1.18 Engineering Change (ec) - A Change To The Current Approved Configuration Documentation Of A Configuration Item At Any Point In The Life Cycle Of The Item.
6.1.19 Engineering Change Proposal (ecp) - A Proposed Engineering Change And The Documentation By Which The Change Is Described, Justified, And Submitted To The Government For Approval Or Disapproval.
6.1.20 Class I Ecp - A Class I Ecp Is Approved By The Government's Configuration Control Board And Authorized With A Contract Modification.
6.1.21 Class Ii Ecp - A Class Ii Change Is Typically Reviewed For Concurrence In Classification By The Local Government Representative, Unless Otherwise Specified Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order.
6.2 In Accordance With Opnavinst 5510.1 All Documents And Drawings Provided By The U.s. Navy To Perspective Contractors Must Include A "distribution Statement" To Inform The Contractor Of The Limits Of Distribution, And The Safeguarding Of The Information
contained On Those Documents And Drawings.
6.2.1 There Are 7 (seven) Separate Distribution Statement Codes Used For Non-classified Documents And Drawings. The Definition For Each Is As Follows:
a... Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.
b... Distribution Authorized To Us Governments Agencies Only.
c... Distribution Authorized To Us Government Agencies And Their Contractors.
d... Distribution Authorized To Dod And Dod Contractors Only.
e... Distribution Authorized To Dod Components Only.
f... Further Distribution Only As Directed By Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command, Code 09t.
x... Distribution Is Authorized To Us Government Agencies And Private Individuals Or Enterprises Eligible To Obtain Export Controlled Technical Data In Accordance With Opnavinst 5510.161.
6.3 Ordering Information For Document References - The Department Of Defense Single Stock Point (dodssp), Website Http://www.dsp.dla.mil/, Provides Product Information For The Department Of Defense Index Of Specifications And Standards (dodiss)
(i.e.military/federal Specifications And Standards), Data Item Descriptions (dids), And Other Dodssp Products. Most Specifications Can Obtained Directly From Http://quicksearch.dla.mil/
a. Availability Of Cancelled Documents - The Dodssp Offers Cancelled Documentsthat Are Required By Private Industry In Fulfillment Of Contractual Obligationsin Paper Format. Documents Can Be Requested By Phoning The Subscription Services Desk.
b. Commercial Specifications, Standards, And Descriptions - These Specifications, Standards And Descriptions Are Not Available From Government Sources. Theymay Be Obtained From The Publishers Of The Applicable Societies.
c. Ordnance Standards (os), Weapons Specifications (ws), And Navord Ostd 600 Pages - These Type Publications May Be Obtained By Submitting A Request To:
commander, Indian Head Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center
code 8410p, 101 Strauss Avenue
indian Head, Md 20640-5035
d. On Post-award Actions, Requests For "official Use Only" And "noforn" (not Releasable To Foreign Nationals) Documents Must Identify The Government Contractnumber, And Must Be Submitted Via The Cognizant Defense Contract Management Command (dcmc) For
certification Of Need For The Document. On Pre-award Actions Such Requests Must Be Submitted To The Pco For Certification Of Need For The Document.
e. Noforn Military Specifications And Standards (including Amendments, Change Notices And Supplements, But Not Interim Changes) To Be Ordered From:
contracting Officer
navsup-wss
code 87321
5450 Carlisle Pike
p.o. Box 2020
mechanicsburg, Pa. 17055-0788
f. Nuclear Reactor Publications Assigned Navsea Documents And Identification Numbers (i.e. Navsea Welding Standard, Navsea 250-1500-1) Are To Be Ordered Enue:
commanding Officer
navsup-wss
code 009
5450 Carlisle Pike
p.o. Box 2020
mechanicsburg, Pa. 17055-0788
g. Technical Manuals Assigned Navsea Identification Numbers (i.e. Navsea Welding And Brazing Procedure, Navsea S9074-aq-gib-010/248) Are To Be Ordered From:
commanding Officer
navsup-wss
code 1 Support Branch
700 Robbins Avenue
philadelphia, Pa. 19111-5094
h. Interim Changes And Classified Specifications Must Be Obtained By Submitting A Request On Dd Form 1425 To Navsup-wss.
6.4 Recent Updates - A Short Description Of Recent Updates To The Technical Requirements Of This Item Are Listed Below, Along With An Implementation Date For Each Issue. The Notes Below Are Only A Generic Quick Reference And Are Provided For Convenience
only, Detailed Requirements Will Be Defined Elsewhere In The Technical Sections Of This Contract/purchase Order.
;10/20/2016 - Updated Ecds Url
- Feb 26 2009 - Clarified Testing And Certs Only Apply To Pieces Listed
- Oct 29 2010 - Added Sampling Std For Li In-process Testing
- Jun 28 2012 - Updated Ut Of Qq-n-286 Bar 4" And Over
- Sep 30 2008 - Thread Inspection Requirements Were Clarified
- Dec 17 2011 - Began Using Ecds For Submissions
- Jan 05 2012 - Added Wawf To Forward Approved Waivers/deviations With Final Oqe
- Dec 17 2011 - Moved Quality Assurance Text Location For Readability
- Apr 15 2009 - Clarified The Sample Size For Large And Small Lot Sizes
- Jan 19 2011 - Added Notification Of Dcma Upon Contract Award
- May 02 2009 - Added Lubricants And Sealants To The C Of C
- Aug 27 2014 - Took Out Contractor's Phone Number Requirement
- Dec 01 2011 - Moved "notes To Dcma Qar" To Qa Section
- Jan 5 2017 - Ecds/csd Info Was Added To Definitions In The Notes Section;
date Of First Submission=asreq
paragraph 10.4 Of Di-qcic-81110 Does Not Apply.
date Of First Submission=asreq
block 12 - Certification Data Must Be Submitted To Portsmouth Naval Shipyard For Review And Acceptance Prior To Each Shipment Of Material. Certification Documentation Must Be Submitted Via Wawf (wide Area Work Flow).
enter In Wawf As Follows:
"ship To" N50286
"inspect By" N39040
"accept By" N39040
and Email Notification Field: Port_ptnh_wawf_notification@navy.mil
no Material Is To Be Shipped Prior To The Receipt Of Acceptance.
date Of First Submission=asreq
block 4 - Paragraphs 10.2.1, 10.2.2, 10.2.3, 10.3, And 10.4 Of Di-misc-80678 Do Not Apply.
block 12 - Certification Data Must Be Submitted To Portsmouth Naval Shipyard For Review And Acceptance Prior To Each Shipment Of Material. Certification Documentation Must Be Submitted Via Wawf (wide Area Work Flow).
enter In Wawf As Follows:
"ship To" N50286
"inspect By" N39040
"accept By" N39040
and Email Notification Field: Port_ptnh_wawf_notification@navy.mil
no Material Is To Be Shipped Prior To The Receipt Of Acceptance.
date Of First Submission=asreq
block 4 - Paragraphs 10.2.2, 10.2.3, 10.2.4, And 10.3 Of Di-misc-80678 Do Not Apply.
block 12 - Certification Data Must Be Submitted To Portsmouth Naval Shipyard For Review And Acceptance Prior To Each Shipment Of Material. Certification Documentation Must Be Submitted Via Wawf (wide Area Work Flow).
enter In Wawf As Follows:
"ship To" N50286
"inspect By" N39040
"accept By" N39040
and Email Notification Field: Port_ptnh_wawf_notification@navy.mil
no Material Is To Be Shipped Prior To The Receipt Of Acceptance.
1. Scope
1.1 The Material Covered In This Contract/purchase Order Will Be Used In A Crucial Shipboard System. The Use Of Incorrect Or Defective Material Would Create A High Probability Of Failure Resulting In Serious Personnel Injury, Loss Of Life, Loss Of Vital
shipboard Systems, Or Loss Of The Ship Itself. Therefore, The Material Has Been Designated As Special Emphasis Material (level I, Scope Of Certification, Or Quality Assured) And Special Control Procedures Are Invoked To Ensure Receipt Of Correct Material.
1.1.1 Li-soc Item - It Has Been Determined That This Item Falls Within Both The Level I Boundary And The Scope Of Certification (soc) Boundary.
2. Applicable Documents
2.1 Order Of Precedence - In The Event Of A Conflict Between The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order And The References And/or Drawings Cited Herein, The Text Of This Contract/purchase Order Must Take Precedence. Nothing In This Contract/purchase Order,
however, Must Supersede Applicable Laws And Regulations Unless A Specific Exemption Has Been Obtained.
2.2 Applicable Documents - The Document(s) Listed Below Form A Part Of This Contract/purchase Order Including Modifications Or Exclusions.
2.2.1 Specification Revisions - The Specification Revisions Listed Under "documents References" Below Are The Preferred Revision. Older And/or Newer R Evisions Are Acceptable When Listed Within Contract Support Library Reference Number Csd155 In Ecds (electric
contractor Data Submission) At: Ht Tps://register.nslc.navy.mil/. This Is To Allow Contractors To Use Certain Acceptable Older Specification Revisions To Purge Their Existing Stock Of Material Certified To Those Older Revisions Or To Use Newer Specification
revisions When Material Is Certified To Newly Released Revisions,without Requiring The Submittal Of Waiver/deviation Requests For Each Specification Revision On Every Contract. Revisions Of Specifications Reflecting Editorial And/or Re-approval (e.g. E2009,
r2014, Etc.) Are Considered Inconsequential, But Are Acceptable When Their Revisions Are Listedwithin Csd155 Or Elsewhere Within This Contract.
2.2.2 Documents, Drawings, And Publications Supplied Are Listed Under "drawing Number". These Items Should Be Retained Until An Award Is Made.
2.2.3 "document References" Listed Below Must Be Obtained By The Contractor. Ordering Information Is Included As An Attachment To This Contract/purchase Order.
drawing Data=7384912 |53711| B| |d|0001 | B|49998|9999999
document Ref Data=fed-std-h28 | | |b |190424|a| | |
document Ref Data=fed-std-h28 |0020| |b |941221|a| |01|
document Ref Data=ansi/asq Z1.4 | | | |080101|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-130 | | |n |121116|a| |01|
document Ref Data=qq-n-286 | | |g |001207|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-792 | | |f |060519|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-2132 | | |d |080310|f| |01|
document Ref Data=iso_9001 | | | |081115|a| | |
document Ref Data=iso10012 | | | |030415|a| | |
document Ref Data=iso/iec 17025 | | | |050515|a| | |
document Ref Data=mil-i-45208 | | |a |810724|a|1 | |
document Ref Data=mil-std-45662 | | |a |880801|a| | |
document Ref Data=ansi/ncsl Z540.3 | | | |130326|a| | |
document Ref Data=t9074-as-gib-010/271 | | |1 |140911|a| | |
3. Requirements
3.1 ;splined Shaft Must Be Made In Accordance With Navsea Drawing 7384912, Part Number 91, Except As Amplified Or Modified Herein.;
3.2 ;no Weld Repair Allowed On Qq-n-286 Material.;
3.3 Material For Parts Requiring Certification - Quantitative Chemical And Mechanical Analysis Is Required For The Parts Listed Below Unless Specifically Stated Otherwise:
part - ;splined Shaft;
material - ;qq-n-286; Form 2, Annealed, Hot Finished, And Age Hardened;
3.4 Testing Certification - Certifications Are Required For The Following Tests On The Items Listed Below. Additional Testing On Other Piece Parts (if Any) Per Applicable Drawings Is Still Required, But Certifications Are Only Required As Listed Below.
attribute - Annealing And Age Hardening
item - ;splined Shaft;
performance - Qq-n-286
test - Ultrasonic Inspection On Starting Material
item - ;all Items Requiring Certification Made From Qq-n-286 With A Diameter Or Minimum Distance Between Parallel Surfaces Of 4 Inches Or Greater Of The Starting Material, Or When Required By A Drawing Or Specification Invoked Elsewhere In This Contract;
performance - T9074-as-gib-010/271 Or Mil-std-2132, And Qq-n-286
acceptance - Qq-n-286
3.5 Slow Strain Rate Tensile Test Laboratories - The Slow Strain Rate Tensile Test Of Qq-n-286 Must Be Performed By One Of The Following Laboratories:
huntington Alloys, A Special Metals Company
attn: Bill Bolenr
3200 Riverside Drive
huntington, Wv 257059
phone: (304) 526-5889
fax: (304) 526-5973
metallurgical Consultants, Inc.
attn: W. M. Buehler
4820 Caroline
po Box 88046
houston, Tx 77288-0046
phone: (713) 526-6351
fax: (713) 526-2964
naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division
attn: Eric Focht Code 614
9500 Macarthur Blvd
west Bethesda, Md 20817-5700
phone: (301) 227-5032
fax: (301) 227-5576
teledyne Allvac
attn: Dr. W. D. Cao
2020 Ashcraft Ave.
monroe, Nc 28110
phone: (704) 289-4511
fax: (704) 289-4269
westmoreland Mechanical Testing And Research Inc.
attn: Andrew Wisniewski
p.o. Box 388
youngstown, Pa 15696-0388
mannesmann Rohrenwerke
mannesmann Forschungsinstitut (mfi)
attn: Dr. Weiss
postfach 251160
47251 Duisburg
germany
phone: 011-49-0203-9993194
fax: 011-49-0203-9994415
thyssenkrupp Vdm Usa, Inc.
attn: D. C. Agarwal
11210 Steeplecrest Drive, Suite 120
houston, Tx 77065-4939
phone: (281) 955-6683
3.6 Thread Inspection Requirements - All Threads On Threaded Parts Must Be Inspected Using Appropriate Inspection Methods, Inspection Systems, And Inspection Gages/instruments In Accordance With Fed-std-h28 Series. Substitution Of Thecommercial Equivalent
inspection In Accordance With Asme B1 Series Is Acceptable.
3.6.1 System 21 Of Fed-std-h28/20 Must Be Used As A Minimum Inspection Requirement For Threads When The Design Drawing Or Design Specification Does Not Specify An Inspection Requirement.
3.6.2 For Navy And Shipyard Drawings, System 21 Of Fed-std-h28/20 May Be Substituted For System 22 Without Further Navy Approval When The Design Drawing Invokes System 22 And Does Not Cite Governing Specifications That Specifically Require System 22. System 22
of Fed-std-h28/20 Must Be Used When The Drawing References Other Governing Specifications That Specifically Require System 22, Such As Certain Thread Types Of Mil-dtl-1222.
3.6.3 A Written Request For Concurrence Must Be Submitted When Utilizing Alternative Measuring Equipment Or Measuring Systems Not Applicable To The Specified Inspection System.
3.7 Certificate Of Compliance - (special Emphasis Material) The Contractor Must Prepare And Submit A Certificate Of Compliance Certifying That The Items/components Furnished Under This Contract Comply With The Requirements Of The Procurement Document,
including Any/all Invoked Specifications And Drawings.
3.8 Configuration Control - The Contractor Must Maintain The Total Equipment Baseline Configuration. For Items Of Proprietary Design, Contractor Drawings Showing The Latest Assembly Configuration Must Be Provided To The Government In Electronic (c4) Format.
definitions Are Provided Elsewhere In The Contract/purchase Order.
3.8.1 Waivers/deviations - All Waivers And Deviations, Regardless Of Significance Or Classification Require Review And Approval By The Contracting Officer. Waivers And Deviations Must Be Designated As Critical, Major, Or Minor. The Contractor Must Provide A
copy Of This Request To The Qar. Requests Must Include The Information Listed Below.
A. A Complete Description Of The Contract Requirement Affected
And The Nature Of The Waiver/deviation (non-conformance),
Including A Classification Of Critical, Major, Or Minor.
B. Number Of Units (and Serial/lot Numbers) To Be Delivered In This
Configuration.
C. Any Impacts To Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Government
Personnel Or Impacts To The Operational Use Of The Product.
D. Information About Remedial Action Being Taken To Prevent Reoccurrence
Of The Non-conformance.
3.8.2 All Requests For Waivers/deviations On Navsup-wss Contracts Must Be Submitted Using The Ecds (electronic Contractor Data Submission) System At Https://register.nslc.navy.mil/
3.8.3 Ecps - The Government Will Maintain Configuration Control And Change Authority For All Modifications Or Changes Affecting Form, Fit, Function, Or Interface Parameters Of The Equipment And Its Sub-assemblies. The Contractor Must Submit An Engineering
change Proposal (ecp) For Any Class I Or Ii Changes That Impact The Equipment Covered By This Contract. Ecps Must Be Prepared In Contractor Format, And Must Include The Following Information:
A. The Change Priority, Change Classification (class I Or Class Ii),
And Change Justification.
B. A Complete Description Of The Change To Be Made And The Need For
That Change.
C. A Complete Listing Of Other Configuration Items Impacted By The
Proposed Change And A Description Of The Impact On Those Cis.
D. Proposed Changes To Documents Controlled By The Government.
E. Proposed Serial/lot Number Effectivities Of Units To Be
Produced In, Or Retrofitted To, The Proposed Configuration.
F. Recommendations About The Way A Retrofit Should Be Accomplished.
G. Impacts To Any Logistics Support Elements (such As Software,
Manuals, Spares, Tools, And Similar) Being Utilized By Government
Personnel In Support Of The Product.
H. Impacts To The Operational Use Of The Product.
I. Complete Estimated Life-cycle Cost Impact Of The Proposed Change.
J. Milestones Relating To The Processing And Implementation Of The
Engineering Change.
3.9 Mercury Free - Mercury And Mercury Containing Compounds Must Not Be Intentionally Added Or Come In Direct Contact With Hardware Or Supplies Furnished Under This Contract. Mercury Contamination Of The Material Will Be Cause For Rejection.
3.10 Navsea 0948-lp-045-7010 - Any Applicable Requirements Of Navships 4410.17,navsea 0948-lp-045-7010, Or 0948-045-7010 Which The Contractor Must Meet Are Included In This Contract/purchase Order. The Above Documents Are For Governmentuse Only. Further
application Of The Above Documents Is Prohibited.prohibited.
3.10.1 Marking Of Material With A Material Designator Per The Drawing Is Also Prohibited, With The Exception Of Fasteners. Fasteners Must Be Marked With A Material Symbol/designator As Specified Elsewhere In This Contract.
^ Quality Assurance Requirements ^
3.11 See Cdrl Di-misc-80678 (test Certification) - A Statement Of Tests Performed, Listing The Pieces Tested Must Be Furnished Along With A Copy Of The Test Results. Certification Must Include The Contractor's Name, Address And Date, Quantity Inspected,
identified To The Contract/purchase Order And Item Number, And The Contractor's Or Authorized Personnel's Signature. Test Certifications Must Reference The Standard/specification, Including The Revision, To Which The Testing Was Performed And The Acceptance
criteria Used. Test Procedure Numbers May Also Be Referenced On Test Reports. Test Reports On Weldments Must Be Identified To Weld Joint And Layer.
3.12 Quality System Requirements - The Contractor Furnishing Items Under This Contract/purchase Order Must Provide And Maintain A Quality System In Accordance With Iso-9001 As Amplified Or Modified Herein, With The Calibration System Requirements Of Iso-10012
or Ansi-z540.3 With Iso-17025. A Quality System In Accordance With Mil-i-45208, With The Calibration System Requirements Of Mil-std-4
3.12.1 The Contractor's Quality System And Products Supplied Under The System Are Subject To Evaluation, Verification Inspection, And Acceptance/nonacceptance By The Government Representative To Determine The System's Effectiveness In Meeting The Quality
requirements Established In The Contract/purchase Order.
3.12.2 The Contractor's Quality System Must Be Documented And Must Be Available For Review By The Contracting Officer Or His Representative Prior To Initiation Of Production And Throughout The Life Of The Contract. The Prime Contractor Must, Upon
notification, Make His Facilities Available For Audit By The Contracting Officer Or His Authorized Representative.
3.12.3 See Cdrl Di-qcic-81110 (inspection System Procedures) - All Suppliers Of Level I/subsafe (li/ss) Material Are Required To Submit A Copy Of Their Current Documented Quality System Procedures To The Procurement Contracting Officer (pco) Prior To Award Of
any Contract/purchase Order. Suppliers That Have A Copy Of Their Current Quality System Procedures On File At The Procuring Activity May Request The Pco Waive This Requirement.
3.12.4 This Contract Provides For The Performance Of Government Quality Assurance At Source. The Place Or Places Of Performance May Not Be Changed Without The Authorization Of The Procurement Contracting Officer. Upon Receipt Of This Order, Promptly Notify
the Government Representative Who Normally Services Your Plant So That Appropriate Planning For Government Inspection Can Be Accomplished. If You Do Not Have An Assigned Government Representative, Notify The Nearest Defense Contract Management Agency (dcma)
office. In The Event That A Local Government Representative Or Dcma Office Cannot Be Located, Our Purchasing Agent Should Be Notified Immediately.
3.12.5 Any Changes Made By The Contractor To A Qualified Quality System Will Require Re-submittal To The Pco And Concurrence By The Government Quality Assurance Representative Prior To Adoption.
3.13 Contractor Inspection Requirements - The Contractor Must Maintain Adequate Records Of All Inspections And Tests. The Records Must Indicate The Nature And Number Of Observations Made, The Number And Type Of Deficiencies Found, The Quantities Approved And
rejected And The Nature Of Corrective Action Taken As Appropriate. Inspection Records Must Be Traceable To The Material Inspected.
3.13.1 The Supplier's Gages, Measuring And Test Equipment Must Be Made Available For Use By The Government Representative When Required To Determine Conformance With Contract Requirements. When Conditions Warrant, The Supplier's Personnel Must Be Made
available For Operations Of Such Devices And For Verification Of Their Accuracy And Condition.
3.13.2 All Documents And Reference Data Applicable To This Contract Must Be Available For Review By The Government Representative. Copies Of Documents Required For Government Inspection Purposes Must Be Furnished In Accordance With The Instructions Provided
by The Government Representative.
3.14 Subcontractor Inspection Requirements - The Government Has The Right To Inspect At Source, Any Supplies Or Services That Were Not Manufactured Or Performed Within The Contractor's Facility. Such Inspection Can Only Be Requested By Or Under Authorization
of The Government Representative. Any Purchasing Documents To A Subcontractor Must Cite The Applicable Portions Of The Contractually Invoked Quality System (e.g. Calibration Requirements), Plus Any Product Requirements That Apply To The Supplies Being
purchased. When The Government Elects To Perform Source Inspection At The Subcontractor's Facility, Applicable Purchase Documents Must Be Annotated With The Following Statement: "a Government Inspection Is Required Prior To Shipment From Your Plant. Upon
receipt Of This Order, Promptly Notify The Government Representative Who Normally Services Your Plant So That Appropriate Planning For Government Inspection Can Be Accomplished. If You Do Not Have An Assigned Government Representative, Notify The Nearest
defense Contract Management Agenc
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