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Chancery 3003 Integrated window blinds (104)
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The contract covers the turnkey refurbishment of 104 integrated Venetian blinds installed within WICONA WICLINE aluminum composite windows at the U.S. Embassy in Bern, Switzerland. The project requires full inspection, repair, and motor retrofit of all blinds to restore complete motorized functionality while preserving the thermal, acoustic, and visual performance of the original window units. The scope is all-inclusive, mandating that the contractor provide labor, materials, equipment, transportation, disposal, and administrative fees without any additional charges post-award. All work must be performed by certified Swiss electricians adhering to strict lockout/tagout protocols, with verification of zero-energy states before any electrical contact. Motors must be replaced with compatible high-quality alternatives such as Somfy or Elero, integrated seamlessly into the building’s KNX control system, and calibrated with precise upper and lower end-limits. Contractors are responsible for managing on-site logistics, including moving and protecting office furniture, applying surface protection, and ensuring all work complies with Swiss environmental regulations for electrical waste disposal under vREG/ORDEA and VeVA/OMW, using only authorized recycling centers like SENS eRecycling or Swico, and providing official disposal certificates. Technical execution includes accessing the blinds via the WICONA sash latches, inspecting and lubricating concealed hardware, verifying and replacing damaged internal gaskets, and replacing worn lift tapes and ladder cords. Post-installation, every unit must undergo three full operational cycles to confirm smooth, defect-free movement. Upon completion, internal glass surfaces and slats must be cleaned, and a final report listing all serviced units and installed motor models must be delivered. The solicitation, issued by the U.S. Department of State through its Bern office, has a response deadline of August 5, 2026, with performance taking place at the embassy’s Bern location.
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Bern, CH-BE, 3007, CHESet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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Statement of Work (SOW): Maintenance & Motor Retrofit (Final Version)
Project: Refurbishment of 104 Integrated Venetian Blinds
Location: Office Building – Bern, Switzerland
System Type: Warema Type 1.16/25/35.07 (24v motor) inside WICONA WICLINE Aluminum Composite Windows
1. Project Objective
The contractor shall provide a turnkey solution for the inspection, repair, and motor retrofit of 104 integrated venetian blinds. The objective is to restore 100% motorized functionality while maintaining the thermal, acoustic, and aesthetic integrity of the WICONA window units.
2. Comprehensive Pricing & Scope
The offer submitted by the contractor must be all-inclusive. No additional costs will be entertained after the contract award. The bid price shall include:
- Labor: All technician, electrician, and logistical personnel hours.
- Materials: All motors, cables, lift tapes, ladder cords, and hardware components.
- Equipment: All tools, specialized window opening devices, safety gear, and cleaning supplies.
- Transportation: All travel costs, vehicle expenses, and shipping/freight for parts.
- Fees: Disposal fees, administrative costs, and any required permits or insurance.
3. Logistics & Site Management
- Furniture Management: Contractor shall move office furniture and equipment as required to gain unobstructed access to the windows. All items must be protected and returned to their original positions upon completion.
- Surface Protection: Provide appropriate floor and wall protection during the transit of tools and components.
4. Health, Safety & Electrical Standards
- Qualified Personnel: Only certified electricians (per Swiss regulations) may perform electrical work.
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): A strict LOTO procedure must be implemented. Hazardous energy sources must be isolated, locked, and tagged before work commences.
- Verification: Zero-energy state must be verified via testing before physical contact with wiring.
- Controls: Each motor control shall be integrated into the Building KNX system.
5. Technical Execution: WICONA & Warema Systems
- Sash Access: Open the internal "sandwich" sash of the WICONA windows using the integrated latches.
- Hardware Maintenance: Inspect and lubricate all WICONA latching mechanisms and concealed hardware.
- Gasket Inspection: Verify the condition of internal gaskets. Damaged seals must be reported or replaced to ensure the cavity remains dust and moisture-free.
- Blind Retrofit:
- Identify and replace failed motors with compatible high-quality alternatives (e.g., Somfy, Elero) that fit the existing Warema headrails.
- Replace worn lift tapes and ladder cords as necessary to ensure smooth mechanical operation.
6. Commissioning & Integration
- Calibration: Set electronic end-limits (upper/lower) for every unit.
- Testing: Perform three full cycles (Up/Down/Tilt) per window to ensure defect-free operation.
- System Integration: Ensure new motors are integrated into the existing building control or radio systems.
7. Waste Disposal (Swiss Compliance)
- Swiss Codes: Disposal must comply with vREG/ORDEA (Electrical Waste) and VeVA/OMW (Waste Movements).
- Recycling: Deliver old motors and aluminum scrap to authorized SENS eRecycling or Swico collection points.
- Evidence: Contractor shall provide official disposal certificates (Entsorgungsnachweis).
8. Cleaning & Handover
- Internal Cleaning: Clean internal glass surfaces and aluminum slats before closing the sash.
- Final Report: Provide a list of all units serviced, including specific motor model numbers used.
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