NIST Boulder B1 Wing 6 Seal Above Hallway Doors

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "General Instructions for Conducting Work at the NIST Boulder Campus," outlines the essential requirements and procedures for contractors performing work at Department of Commerce (DOC) facilities, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Boulder Campus. It serves as a comprehensive guide to ensure safety, security, and compliance during construction and maintenance activities.

Part 1: General

• Hours of Operation: Standard hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Off-hours work requires advance written approval.
• Identification: Contractor employees require specific identification, including name, citizenship, employer, and potentially a green card. Submissions are due 10 days prior to work.
• Security: Adherence to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Advisory System and National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) is required. Procedures for different threat levels are detailed.
• Facility Closures: Procedures for unforeseen facility closures are outlined, including how to obtain site status updates.
• Sanitary Facilities: Requirements for providing and maintaining temporary toilet facilities if existing ones are unavailable.
• Equipment & Material Storage: Guidelines for storing materials and equipment, including site cleanliness and hazard prevention.
• Utilities: Information on the availability and connection procedures for electricity and water. Contractors are responsible for connections and maintenance.
• Roads & Parking: Rules regarding access, road closures, and parking for contractor personnel and vehicles.
• Use of Premises: Requirements for coordinating with the COR, minimizing site disturbance, and protecting existing vegetation and utilities.

Part 2: Safety

• Occupational Health & Safety: Contractors must comply with OSHA and NIST safety instructions. A site-specific Safety, Health, and Environmental plan is required.
• Codes, Ordinances, Regulations: A comprehensive list of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and building codes.
• Responsibility & Liability: Contractor is responsible for personnel safety, holding the government harmless, and locating underground utilities.
• Pre-Construction/Safety Meeting: Participation in a preconstruction conference and submission of a Site-Specific Safety Plan are required before NTP.
• Safety Inspections: Government inspections will be conducted; unsafe conditions can lead to a "STOP WORK" order.
• Incidents: Procedures for reporting on-the-job incidents and correcting damage caused by construction work.
• Waste Disposal: Requirements for removing project materials and debris in accordance with regulations.
• Storm Water Protection: Compliance with storm water management regulations, including stabilization of disturbed soil and permitting requirements.
• Fire Prevention/Protection: Adherence to fire codes, obtaining Hot Work Permits, and following smoking restrictions.
• Emergency Response (ACM): Procedures for handling unscheduled minor disturbances of Asbestos-Containing Material (ACM).

Part 3: Personal/Physical Security & Proprietary Information

• General: Contractor is responsible for all security aspects.
• Security Point of Contact: A designated point of contact for security matters is required.
• Employee Identification: Detailed requirements for employee identification (PIV badges, background checks) and after-hours access procedures.

Part 4: Project Procedures

• General Description: Contractor supplies management, labor, and materials. A project schedule is required.
• Project Documentation: Procedures for submitting submittals and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Permit Required Operations: A list of permits required for specific activities (e.g., Roof Access, Penetration, Hot Work, Fire Protection System Impairment, Excavation) with advance notice requirements.
• Maintenance of Work Site: Requirements for maintaining an organized, safe, and clean work site.
• Advance Notice & Coordination: 10 working days' notice is required for activities impacting safety, operations, or facility functions outside the immediate work area.

Appendix

• Includes forms for Roof Access Permit, Penetration Permit, Hot Work Permit, Fire Protection System Impairment, and Excavation Permit.

This document is critical for any bidder to understand the operational, safety, security, and procedural requirements for working on the NIST Boulder Campus. It details site access, work hour limitations, safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and specific permit requirements that will directly impact project planning, execution, and cost. Bidders must review this document thoroughly to ensure they can meet all stipulated conditions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for construction services to "Seal Above Hallway Doors" for Building 1, Wing 6 at the NIST Boulder Laboratories campus. The project involves extending the Wing 6 to Spine demising wall vertically to the structural concrete deck above and sealing all penetrations and abandoned penetrations in this wall. An option is included to reconstruct Storage Room #4089 and seal penetrations within it.

• Extend the Wing 6 to Spine Corridor demising wall vertically.

• Seal holes and penetrations in the demising wall separating the Women's restroom from the Spine corridor.

• Option to reconstruct Storage Room #4089 and seal its penetrations.

• Provide temporary chain link fencing and safety barriers.

• Develop and submit a site-specific Safety Plan within 7 days of award.

• Provide all safety-related equipment and training.

• Contract type: Negotiated (RFP).

• Period of Performance: 183 days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

• Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds are required.

• Offers are due by 5:00 PM MT on July 15, 2026.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest price and technical acceptability.

• Technical acceptability is a pass/fail evaluation.

• The Government reserves the right to make no award.

• This acquisition is a total small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 236220

• Small Business Size Standard: $45.0 Million

• Any award is subject to the City of Boulder Sales/Use Tax.

• Verbal explanations before award are not binding.

• Notice to Proceed will not be issued until the contractor's Site Specific Safety Plan has been accepted.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Appendix A, is the NIST Safety Plan Requirements Checklist. It is to be completed by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and outlines the minimum requirements that must be included in a contractor's written safety plan for the "Building 2 1330 Fume Hood Replacement" project. It also serves as a checklist to ensure all necessary safety documentation and compliance measures are addressed before work begins.

• General Compliance: Adherence to OSHA General Duty Clause, 29 CFR 1926, 29 CFR 1910, and relevant EPA, CDPH&E, and NIST safety regulations.
• Core Safety Plan Components: Includes company's Health, Safety, & Environmental Policy, Subcontractor Safety Management, Emergency Response Plan, Hazard Communications Policy, and Accident Investigation Policy.
• Specific Work-Related Requirements: Details requirements for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Fire Protection, Material Handling, Tools-Power & Hand, Welding/Cutting/Hot Work, Scaffolding & Ladders, Fall Protection, Excavation & Trenching, Electrical safety, Toxic & Hazardous Substances, Permit Required Confined Space, and Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout).
• Permits: Lists required permits such as Impairment Permit, Hot Work Permit, Roof Access Permit, Excavation Permit, Penetration Permit, Storm Water Protection Permit, and Energized Electric Work Permit.
• Lockout/Tagout Program Exchange: Includes a section for exchanging energy control procedures between NIST and outside employers.

This checklist is critical for bidders to understand the comprehensive safety requirements mandated by NIST for this project. Bidders must ensure their proposals and subsequent safety plans fully address each item listed to comply with contract terms and ensure a safe working environment. Failure to meet these requirements could impact proposal evaluation or contract performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ESO SITE SECURITY SPECIFICATIONS," details the technical requirements and specifications for a security system installation. It serves as a guide for contractors to understand the exact components, standards, and installation procedures required for the security system.

• Camera Standards: Specifies camera models (2MP, 5MP), mounting heights, view angles, and software requirements (Avigilon).
• Door Hardware: Details specific requirements for exterior and interior doors, including panic bars (Von Duprin), alarm contacts (Sentrol, GE), keypads (Identiv, HID), electric strikes, and lock types (Schlage).
• Networking & Power: Outlines requirements for networking equipment (Cisco Catalyst switches), UPS backup, and power delivery (PoE).
• Cabling & Infrastructure: Specifies CAT 6 Ethernet cable, fiber optic usage, patch panels, and conduit requirements.
• Specialized Areas: Includes requirements for high-visibility areas, mechanical rooms, non-security doors, and handicap controls.
• Documentation: Mandates the provision of wiring diagrams, test results, and equipment lists upon project completion.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate costs, select compliant hardware and software, and plan installation procedures. It defines the scope of work related to the security system, including specific product models, performance standards, and installation methods. Bidders must carefully review these specifications to ensure their proposals meet all technical requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) wage determination for building construction in the state of Colorado, specifically for Boulder County. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act or related acts.

• General Decision Number: C020260017
• Publication Date: 05/18/2026 (with a modification date of 01/02/2026)
• State: Colorado
• Construction Types: Building
• Counties: Colorado Counties of Boulder
• Classifications: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Asbestos Worker, Electrician, Power Equipment Operator, Laborer, Carpenter) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Footnotes: Includes specific details for certain classifications, such as vacation and paid holiday policies for Elevator Mechanics.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains the meaning of various identifiers used to denote union, survey, or state-adopted rates.
• Appeals Process: Provides information on how to appeal wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals on federal or federally-assisted construction projects in the specified geographic area. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage rates can lead to contract violations and penalties. It is crucial for bidders to review the listed rates for all relevant crafts and ensure their proposed labor costs align with these requirements.