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C.1 SYNOPSIS. The existing U.S. Embassy-owned residence basement, yard and front patio
awning needs to be repaired, renovated, and reconfigured. The goal is to create a more efficient living
environment, eliminate basement dampness, and improve yard safety aspects. The property is located
at Tolstojeva 37, Belgrade. Construction services are required including all equipment, tools, labor,
and materials.
C.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION. The U.S. Embassy requires the following items executed for the
repair, renovation, and reconfiguration of the residence:
2.1 BASEMENT and FAÇADE
2.1.1 Preparatory Work:
a) Provide temporary drainage, water and electrical supply for one 220V American-style washer
and dryer. The dryer and Washer will be provided by the U.S. Embassy (thereafter referred
herein as “Embassy”). The location shall be determined by the Embassy representative.
b) Provide and install temporary water heaters. This will provide uninterrupted hot and cold water
supply to the residence during the construction. The location shall be determined by the
Embassy representative.
c) Protect / seal all work areas using heavy duty plastic sheeting. Work area shall be under-
pressurized for duration of demolition work in order to prevent dust from entering the rest of the
residence. Exhaust fan that extract air from the work zone shall be equipped with particle
filtration in order to prevent spreading of the dust to the exterior of the residence.
2.1.2 Demolition Work:
a) Removal of old basement plumbing and sewage lines to include but not limited to: water
heaters, faucets, valves, shelving, dryer vent, washer drain, electrical lines, light fixtures, light
switches, carpeting, and receptacles.
b) Removal of radiator and capping heating lines.
c) Demolition of partition walls that separates laundry room from the garage.
d) Demolition of plywood partition and door leading to the storage room.
e) Removal of storage door and wooden staircase.
f) Removal of door/ frame and wall between garage and basement area.
g) Removal of railing and electrical light switch from garage staircase area.
h) Demolition of storage room concrete screed.
i) All removed equipment shall be stored in area designated by the Embassy Facilities
Management (FAC).
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j) Debris shall be progressively packed in heavy duty PVC bags and removed to the depot on a
regular base and not stored in the residence. The Contractor shall be responsible for the
ultimate removal.
k) Demolition of damaged façade.
l) Demolition of flashing.
2.1.3 Construction Work:
2.1.3.1 Hydro Insulation and Façade Repair:
a) Procuring material, transport and application of SikaMur – Injecto Cream (brand name or better)
silicone-based injectable penetrate for rising damp treatment in to the perimeter wall of the
basement areas. Penetrate shall be inserted into a series of holes drilled into a mortar course of
the masonry in accordance with manufacturer instructions. This shall form a water repellent
barrier and block future moisture infiltration. The total estimated area to be treated is 15m2.
b) Procuring material, transport and application of wall-floor membrane. Reference product used
shall be Sikalastic-152 (brand name or equal), two component cement based fiber-reinforced
mortar, with very low elastic modulus, with special alkali-resistant polymers, and containing fine
particle size selected aggregates and additives for waterproofing and protection of masonry
surfaces. Application shall be performed in accordance to manufacturer recommendations. Points
of application shall be: basement sleeping room, façade walls near staircases, basement storage
room walls and floor. The approximate total area is 20m2.
c) Remove hardware and hardware accessories, plates, light fixtures, and items in place that are not
to be painted, or provide protection such as taping prior to surface preparation and painting
(taping includes windows, door jams, etc.).
d) Repairing and painting of the damaged façade. Clean and prepare all hollow sounding and
damaged surfaces to be painted following manufacturer's instructions before applying paint or
surface treatments. Estimated area is 30 meters square. Where needed apply membrane as per
2.1.3.1 (b), Remove oil, dust, mildew, peeling paint or other contamination to ensure good
adhesion. Where façade is damaged and hollow, remove all existing coats of paint and mortar to
the clean masonry surface. All surfaces must be clean and dry. Schedule cleaning and painting
so dust and other contaminants will not fall on wet, newly painted surfaces. Apply a high quality
exterior acrylic base paint (“Fasakril” brand name or equal) that matches as closely as possible in
color and finish the existing color on the exterior of the property. All weather exposed surfaces
shall be treated with specialized masonry sealant and in accordance to manufacturer
recommendations.
2.1.4 Masonry
a) Construction of masonry wall between garage and new laundry room. Wall shall be produced
from clay bricks and cement mortar, final smoothing of wall surfaces using water based
smoothing compound. In new wall prepare door opening 210x90 cm. Over the new opening
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construct lintel from casted reinforced concrete, type MB 25. Size of the lintel shall be 40 X 30
cm. Length shall be 150 cm. Finished surfaces shall be smooth, even and without any cracks or
holes.
b) Procuring delivery and installation of door 90cm wide and 210 cm high into prepared opening.
Door shall be produced from urethane spray painted MDF and shall 100 % match style and
color of the other doors in that area
c) Procuring material, manual mixing, transport and laying of 20 cm thick cement slab in extended
portion of laundry room. Slab shall be reinforced with mesh 06/15 cm, anchored to the
surrounding masonry structures and finally smoothed. The approximate size is 3m2.
d) Finishing of all wall basement wall surfaces using cement mortar in 3:1 ratio. Final smoothing
of wall surfaces using water based smoothing compound. Finished surfaces shall be smooth,
even and without any cracks or holes.
e) Excavation of storage room flooring to the new elevation approx. 35 cm below original level.
Procuring material, manual mixing, transport and laying cement screed 1:3, reinforced with
mesh 06/15 cm. complete screed shall be finally smoothed. Approx. size 8m2
f) Removing of partition wall between two storages and constructing of opening that shall include
smoothing and framing of the new opening.
g) Construction of reinforced concrete (MB 25) stairs (approx. 3 steps) between two differently
elevated storage spaces.
h) Conceptual layout in Exhibit No. 1.
2.1.5 Ceramic Tiles:
a) Procuring material, transport and installation of ceramic floor tiles in new storage rooms. Tiles
used shall be I class, indoor, non-slippery and abrasion resistant. Reference product shall be
“Zorka Keramika – mod. Public Site” (brand name or equal). Grouts shall be in filled using
“Sika” (equal or better) grouting compound. Color shall be determined by the Contracting
Officer’s Representative (COR).
b) Procuring material, transport and installation of ceramic wall tiles. Tiles used shall be I class,
indoor and stain resistant. Wall tiles shall be installed from floor to 2 meters height.
Reference product used shall be “Zorka Keramika – mod. Orion Snow” (brand name or better).
Grouts shall be infilled using “Sika” (brand name or equal) grouting compound. Color shall be
determined by the COR.
2.1.6 Equipment
a) Produce delivery and installation of closets produced from 22m laminated particle boards and
equipped with doors hinges and handles. Closets shall fit along the storage walls. Total length
of the closets shall be 5 meters. Each closet shall be equipped with 4 shelving.
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2.1.7 Plumbing
a) Procuring delivery and installation of cold water plumbing lines and fittings that shall feed the
washing basin and 220V American-style washer. Lines shall be buried into the walls to the 3
cm depth from surface. Connecting point for new lines shall be water heater system located into
the laundry room. All pipes used shall be ¾ inches produced by Akvaterm (brand name or
better). Lines shall be thermally insulated using plamaflex (brand name or better) insulation.
Pipes and fittings shall be connected using pipe welder. All lines shall be terminated with
adequate EK valve. For easier detection pipes shall be wrapped into the aluminum foil prior to
installation. After installation the pipes system shall be exposed to 2 times of nominal pressure
(12 atm) for duration of 24 hours. Pipes shall be connected in accordance to manufacturer’s
recommendations with the test confirmed by the COR.
b) Procuring delivery and installation of hot water plumbing lines and fittings that shall feed the
220V American-style washer and wash basin. Lines shall be buried into the walls to the 3 cm
depth from surface. Connecting point for new lines shall be water heater system located into the
basement, boiler room. Lines shall be thermally insulated using “Plamaflex” (equal or better)
insulation. All pipes used shall be ¾ inches produced by “Akvaterm” (equal or better). Pipes
and fittings shall be connected using pipe welder. All lines shall be terminated with adequate
EK valve. For easier detection pipes shall be wrapped into the aluminum foil prior to
installation. After installation the pipes system shall be tested for 2 times of nominal pressure
(12 atm) for duration of 24 hours. Pipes shall be connected fully in accordance to
manufacturer’s recommendations.
c) Connecting of residence plumbing system to the new water heater using same methodology as
in 2.2.3.5 a&b.
d) Procuring delivery and installation of sewage lines that will provide drainage washing machine
and wash basin. Sewage lines shall be buried into the walls and floor to the 3 cm depth from the
surface. Connecting point for new lines shall be existing sewage grid in that area. All
connections shall be equipped with P Traps. All pipes used shall be PVC, Ø40 mm. Pipes shall
be connected fully in accordance to manufacturers recommendations.
e) Procuring, delivery and installation of 200 lit, floor mount electric water heater. Brand name or
equal Termorad BT- 200 with heat exchanger. Water heater shall be strapped to the surrounding
walls for seismic safety and installed in accordance to SHEM requirements.
f) Procuring, transportation and installation of stainless steel single wash basin dimension 70 X 70
cm, 35 cm deep. Minimal thickness of the stainless steel walls shall be 1.0 mm
g) Procuring delivery and installation of professional grade faucet on new wash basin. Reference
model “Grohe K7” (brand name or equal).
2.1.8 Metal Work
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a) Procuring, delivery and installation of metal staircase and railings from new laundry door to the
garage level. Staircase shall be constructed from metal steel boxes and non-slippery, diamond
plate steel step threads. Material used shall be dimensioned to withstand 700 kg load at the
staircase. Steps shall have evenly-spaced risers. Riser height shall be from 6 to 7.5 inches (15.24
to 19.05 cm), tread depth a minimum of 12±2 inches (30.48±5.08 cm), and tread nosing shall be
straight leading edges. Railing shall be produced from black steel tubes 2 inches in diameter. It
shall be protected with zinc based primer (or paint manufacturer recommended) and 2 coats of
black enamel paint, ( Zorkalux Antika , brand name or equal). Railing height from tread surface
at the riser face shall be 33±3 inches (83.82 cm ±7.62 cm). Railings shall be maintained free of
sharp edges. Railings and staircase shall be installed in accordance to OSHA standards.
2.1.9 HVAC
a) Procuring of material, transport and installation of 2 ea. wall fans 20X20 cm to the storage and
laundry rooms. Façade duct work exhaust termination shall be equipped with self-closing
louvers in order to prevent pests to enter into the ducting.
b) Procuring delivery and installation of 2 ea. radiators. Each radiator shall be approx. 1.5 Kw size.
Connecting of the radiators using ½ inch copper tubing to the nearest radiators distribution.
2.1.10 Electrical
a) Procuring of material, transport and installation of electrical panel and wiring distribution for 1
water heater, 1 washer, 1 dryer, 1 distiller, 8 LED light fixtures, and 6 spare GFCE “schuco”
receptacles. All new wiring shall be buried and placed into the flexible PVC conduits in
accordance to DIN standards. New circuit breaker panel shall be installed and connected with
main residence electric supply. Circuit breakers installed shall be “GE” (brand name or better).
Circuit breaker box shall be IP 65 class.
Nr. Item Manufacturer Voltage/
frequency
Phases Circuit
Breaker
Wiring
(all solid)
2. Dryer GE 220V/50 Hz 1+0+G 1 X 32 Amps 3 X 2,5
mm2
4. Washer GE 220V/50 Hz 1+0+G 1 X 10 Amps 3 X 2,5
mm2
5. Water
Heater
Termorad 380/220V/50
Hz
3+0+G 3 X 16 Amps 5 X 2,5
mm2
7. Light
fixtures
LED 18 Watts 220V/50 Hz 1+0+G 1 X 6 Amps 3 X 1,5
mm2
8. Receptacles,
6 Ea
220V/50 Hz 1+0+G 3 X 16
Amps, GFCE
max.10
mAmps
3 X 2,5
mm2
a) Procuring of material, transport and installation of 8 Ea ceiling LED light fixtures. Each fixture
shall be min. 18 Watts; color of the light shall be 2700 -3500K. Light emission shall be 160
Degrees.
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b) Procuring of material, transport and installation of 6 Ea “Schuco “ceramic core, receptacles.
c) Procuring of material, transport and installation of disconnect 0-1 switches for dryer and
washer. Disconnect switches shall be dimensioned in accordance to the electric load schedule
above.
d) Procuring of material, transport and installation of disconnect 0-1 switches for water heater and
dryer. Disconnect switches shall be dimensioned in accordance to the electric load schedule
above.
e) Procuring of material, transport and installation of 2 Ea wall type motion detectors for
automatic light activation in laundry and ironing room.
f) All penetrations shall be sealed with an approved sealant that will maintain the fire and smoke
and waterproof ratings of the type of construction being penetrated.
2.1.11 Flashing
a) Procuring of material, transport and installation of 0.5 mm thick copper flashing on top of main
staircase side walls and east side wall. Total area is approx. 29.8 meters square.
b) Coat new flashing using specialized transparent copper lacquer.
2.2 AWNING and ROOF
2.2.1 Demolition Work:
a) Removal of patio in front of the residence including but not limited to metal construction,
canvas cover, support columns, mesh wire.
b) Removal of roof fascia and soffits underside of the eave.
2.2.2 Construction Work:
a) Procuring of material, transport and installation of permanent construction for new house
terrace roof, approx. size 3,5 X 11 m – horizontal projection. Construct 5 Ea. reinforced
concrete columns and beams that shall support wood construction and other loads (snow,
workers, wind) for the new roofing. Columns shall be stucco finished in color of the residence
facade.
b) All columns shall be anchored to the existing masonry structures in accordance to local
construction standards. Roof shall consist of clay tile roofing on a wood deck supported on
wood trusses and rafters. Terracotta clay tiles used shall match exiting roof tiles. Lumber wood
used shall be first class with 10% maximum content of moisture. Wood shall be treated against
wood borne elements and insects. The existing roof plane shall be extended over the terrace
edges by 500 mm. Consistent with good roofing practice, install the membrane such that all laps
shed water. Always work from the low point to the high point of the roof. Apply the
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membrane in valleys before the membrane is applied to the eaves. Following placement along
the eaves, continue application of the membrane up the roof. The entire roof deck is to receive
underlayment. Overlap sides minimum 3 inches (75 mm) and end laps minimum 6 inches (150
mm). Roof substructure shall be two way batten system.
c) Delivery and installation of new galvanized gutters and downspouts for newly constructed roof
in accordance to local construction practices. Downspouts shall be drained away from residence
foundations. The Contractor shall construct French pits and drain all downspouts from
residence foundations.
d) Delivery and installation of new roof fascia and soffits. Lumber wood used shall be first class
with 10% maximum content of moisture. Wood shall be treated against wood borne elements
and insects. Color shall be determined by the COR. Soffits shall be equipped with nonferrous
screen vents.
e) Painting of the terrace flooring using high quality, 2 component outdoor, non – slippery epoxy
coating (Sikafloor-264, brand name or equal) in accordance to manufacturer recommendations.
Approximate area is 40 m2.
Note: Contractor shall provide structural calculation for new the roof structure along with the offer.
2.2 GATE and PAVING
2.3.1 Demolition Work
a) Removal of front entry gate and fencing to include but is not limited to, mesh wire, metal studs,
gate, door, gate motors, electrical feed, intercom.
b) Removal of garage access concrete road.
2.3.2 Construction Work
a) Procuring of material, transport and installation of new reverse “U” shape structure that shall
consist of approx. 200x200 mm metal studs, metal beam and protective roofing. Roofing shall
be same in appearance as the house roof and shall be covered with the clay tiles. Structure shall
be anchored to the 80 cm deep reinforced concrete footings. Width of the gate opening shall be
approx. 4 meters and 3,5 meters high.
b) Delivery and installation of segment roll down garage door on previously prepared construction.
New door shall be equipped (to include but not limited to) with 3 remote controls, antenna,
receiver, signal lighting, ability to open manually, lock and protection against objects on door
way. Door shall be connected to electric feed from old motors. Color of the door shall be
selected by the COR.
c) Channeling the bottom of the asphalt in line with the door bottom in order to have tight contact
with the surface when door is in closed position.
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i) Painting of the whole metal construction and other new installations using first quality paint
products (Kraft brand name or equal). Before final painting all rust shall be removed and
adequate primer applied. Color shall be determined by the COR.
j) Procuring of material, transport and installation of pedestrian gate and main entry fencing on
left and right side from new roll down door. Size of the pedestrian gate shall be 100x220 cm.
Fence and gate shall be produced from thick wall aluminum slates, cross-section approx. 100X
2 cm fixed on aluminum box sub structure connected to the surrounding fencing. Slates shall be
capped from top and the bottom. Gate shall be equipped with locking hardware.
k) Reinstalling of interphone and doorbell to the fencing as per direction of the COR.
l) Conceptual drawing in Exhibit #2.
e) Paving of area in front of the garage entrance. Procuring material, transport and installation of
concrete slab (H=200 mm) laid on compacted soil and gravel layer. Slab shall be constructed
from MB 30 type concrete and reinforced using steel mesh wire (rabic) 06/15. Slab shall be
sloped towards the street. New slab shall be constructed in such a manner to withstand pressure
of 10 Tons fuel truck with no damages.
f) Delivery and installation of new concrete paving tiles over new ramp and slab. Concrete pavers
shall be laid using mortar cement, 3:1 ratio. Paving tiles shall be first quality, non-slippery, water
repellent and resistant to the rock salt and extreme weather conditions. Grouts shall be in filled
using “Sika” (brand name or equal) grouting compound. New pavers shall be constructed in
such a manner to withstand pressure of 10 Tons fuel truck with no damages.
g) Outdoor ramps and their approaches shall be designed so that water will not accumulate on
walking surfaces.
h) Delivery and installation of new concrete curbs by the east side of fencing line.
i) All weather exposed surfaces shall be treated with specialized masonry sealant and in accordance
to manufacturer recommendations.
2.4 RETAINING WALLS and GROUND LEVELING
2.4.1 Excavation and Demolition Work
a) Excavating of the ground slope from Tolstojeva street south side fence line to the top of the hill.
Approximate width is 8 meters, height 1.6 meters, 30 degrees slope and length is 30 meters.
Contractor shall level top yard ground using previously excavated soil. After final leveling
contractor shall prepare soil, remove all debris and seed the grass.
b) Excavating of the ground and demolition of the existing parapet wall behind the residence.
Approximate height is 70 cm, length 20 meters and width 4.5 meters. Note that existing
elderberry bush shall be preserved. After final leveling contractor shall prepare soil, remove all
debris and seed the grass.
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c) Removal of all construction areas obstacles including but not limited to, bushes, greenery, stone
walls, trees.
2.4.2 Construction Work
d) Procuring of material, transport and construction of new reinforced concrete cantilever retaining
wall along the newly formed, approx. 30 meters long, cascade line (Exhibit # 3). Top of the wall
shall be casted concrete coping stone style. Wall shall be structurally calculated to withstand
soil pressure and shall be constructed in accordance to the local standards. Wall shall be finally
coated with natural stone, same in color and pattern as the one recently installed at the back
residence patio. Sample in Exhibit #4
e) Procuring of material, transport and construction of new reinforced concrete cantilever retaining
wall, approx. 20 meters long, parallel with the CMR fence line behind residence (Exhibit # 3).
Top of the wall shall be casted concrete coping stone style. Wall shall be structurally calculated
to withstand soil pressure and shall be constructed in accordance to the local standards. Wall
shall be finally coated in natural stone, same in color and pattern as the one recently installed at
the back residence patio. Sample in Exhibit #5.
2.5 FENCING
2.5.1 Demolition Work:
a) Removal of existing south side chain link fencing to include but not limited to, mesh wire,
studs, anchors, gate. Approx. length 53 meters.
b) Demolition of south side coping stone top surface. Approx. length. 53 meters.
2.5.2. Construction Work:
a) Procuring material, transport and construction of reinforced concrete coping stone top over
fence parapet wall. Total length 53 meters. All weather exposed surfaces shall be treated with
specialized masonry sealant and in accordance to manufacturer recommendations.
b) Procuring of material, transport and construction of mesh wire fencing. Fencing shall be
constructed from steel box studs, steel box frames and infilled with mesh wiring. Approx.
average height of the fencing is south 1.3 meters. Prior to installation all metal components shall
be sanded, cleaned, treated with rust inhibitor and painted with 2 coats of outdoor metal paint
(Zorkalux Antika, brand name or equal). Conceptual design in Exhibit #5.
2.6 RAILINGS
a) Procuring material, transport delivery and installation of safety railings at following
locations: new cascade retaining wall and existing east side staircase wall. Railing shall be
produced from black steel tubes 2 inches in diameter. It shall be protected with zinc based
primer (or paint manufacturer recommended) and 2 coats of black enamel paint, Zorkalux
Antika, brand name or equal. Top of railing is 42” (107 cm) or more from floor or grade
level. Railings shall be maintained free of sharp edges. Railings shall be installed in
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accordance and comply with U.S. OSHA standards. Approx. length of the railing is 60
meters.
3.0 GENERAL. The requirements in this attachment serve as direction for development and delivery
of a complete technical proposal, construction documents, and construction by a contractor. The work
shall be in accordance with international professional standards of skill, care and diligence.
a) Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to protect work in progress, all property, persons,
utilities and buildings from any damage that might be incurred arising from this Contract.
b) The Contractor shall progressively clean the work site of debris and rubbish as the work
proceeds.
c) All work shall be guaranteed by the Contractor to give complete and satisfactory service as to
materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of final acceptance of the
work.
d) All weather exposed surfaces shall be treated with specialized sealant and in accordance to
manufacturer recommendations.
e) Temporary toilet facility shall be provided by the contractor. COR shall determine exact
location for the toilet facility. Toilet shall be kept in clean and healthy condition for entire
duration of the project.
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4.0 EXHIBITS:
#1 Conceptual Layout
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Exhibit #2 Gate and front fencing conceptual design
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Exhibit # 3 Retaining walls
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Exhibit #4 Stone Wall Finish - Sample
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Exhibit #5 Mesh Wire Fencing- Sample
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