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This document is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire protection and intrusion detection systems at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park.

The PWS requires the contractor to perform comprehensive annual inspections, testing, and maintenance of 15 fire/intrusion alarm systems and 8 automatic sprinkler systems across 16 buildings at the park. The work includes repairing identified deficiencies, such as fixing leaks, replacing damaged sprinkler components, and addressing trouble signals on the alarm systems. The contractor must have NICET Level 2 certification for fire protection systems and comply with applicable NFPA codes. Deliverables include written inspection reports, documentation of repairs, and training for park personnel. The PWS also outlines the qualifications, procedures, and responsiveness requirements for the contractor.

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National Park Service

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park

Fire/Intrusion Protection Inspection, Testing and Maintenance/Repairs

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. Perform comprehensive fire protection system inspection testing, maintenance and inventory contract for

Fire/Intrusion Alarm, and Water Based Fire Sprinkler Protection Systems.

B. Provide annual NFPA inspection, testing and maintenance (ITM) of 15 fire/intrusion alarm systems and 8 of automatic sprinkler systems.

C. Repair Fire Sprinkler system at Withers and Spaulding. Provide replacement heads, pipe and other components that were damaged during a freeze event in January 2024. See the attached drawing which indicates areas of water flow that was observed prior to closing valves and draining the system.

D. Repair/replace fire/intrusion alarm components to eliminate “trouble” signals. See know areas per building below. Update alarm panels with new component information as needed. Includes adjusting alarm partitions based on the structures change of use. All fire/intrusion alarms are currently being monitored by Olympus

Protection LLC. Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park uses a global service mobile (GSM) at each of the systems as primary means of communication as required by NFPA.

E. During the performance of this task, the contractor shall provide sufficient staffing to perform required tests.

The Park will not provide any assistance inspecting or testing the fire protection equipment.

1.02 LOCATION

A. This project is location at Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park located in Johnson City Texas and

Stonewall, Texas. For information see Park website @ http://www.nps.gov/lyjo

1.03 BUILDING INFORMATION

Johnson City Unit – Johnson City, Texas

A. Headquarters and Visitor Center - 100 E. Ladybird Lane, Johnson City, Texas 78636. Alarm

System was installed in 2007. System Panel is Ademco Vista-250FBP/ Fire-lite By Honeywell FCPS-

24FS8 (x2). GSM available for use in contacting central station. Fully compliant with NFPA 72 at the start of the performance period. 3 Partitions.

a. Monitored. Approximately 172 zones

b. 2 floors, 31145 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: 2 Wet, 1 is Pre-Action, Installed in 1994

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 121 Smoke

ii. 11 Heat

iii. 11 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 29. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: None.

B. Johnson’s Boyhood Home – 200 Elm Street, Johnson City, Texas 78636. System was installed in

2007. System panel is a Honeywell Ademco Vista-128FBP. GSM available for use in contacting central station.

a. Monitored. Approximately 23 zones

b. 1 floor, 1507 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 11 Smoke

ii. 5 Heat

iii. 5 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 2. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: #24, SE Porch Smoke

C. Education Center (Taylor House) – 208 South Ladybird Lane, Johnson City, Texas 78636. Alarm

System was installed in 2008 and replaced in 2011. System panel is a Honeywell Ademco Vista-

128FBP. GSM available for use in contacting central station.

a. Monitored. Approximately 28 zones

b. 1 floor, 1335 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: 1 Dry. Installed in 1997

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 12 Smoke

ii. 2 Heat

iii. 2 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 12. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: #20, Back door Pull Station

D. Walker House – 105 Ladybird Lane, Johnson City, Texas 78636. Alarm System was installed in

2008. System panel is a Honeywell Ademco Vista-128FBP. GSM available for use in contacting

a. Monitored. Approximately 25 zones

b. 1 floor, 905 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 11 Smoke

ii. 3 Heat

iii. 3 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 8. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: #15 Restroom Smoke (remove)

E. Johnson Settlement Cabin - 501 Settlement Road, Johnson City, Texas 78636. System was installed in 2008. System panel is a Honeywell Ademco Vista-128FBP. Fire Only-No Intrusion. GSM available for use in contacting central station.

a. Monitored. Approximately 4 zones

b. 1 floor, 728 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 4 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 0 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. None

f. Trouble zones: #10 smoke, low battery; #9 smoke

F. Withers and Spaulding/Red Maintenance – 100 Main Street/HWY 290, Johnson City, Texas 78636.

Alarm System was installed in 2014. System Panel is Honeywell Vista-128FBPN/ Fire-lite By

Honeywell FCPS-24FS8. GSM available for use in contacting central station.

a. Monitored. Approximately 18 zones

b. 1 floor, 2890 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: 1 Dry. Installed in 2022

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 4 Smoke

ii. 3 Heat

iii. 2 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 9. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: #42 Supervisory Riser Tamper, #44 Riser

G. Moore House – 100 E. Elm Street, Johnson City, Texas 78636.

a. Not Monitored

b. 1 floor, 900 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: 1 Residential Wet. Installed in 2023

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 4 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 0 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

f. Trouble zones: n/a

H. Cantwell House – 102 E. Elm Street, Johnson City, Texas 78636.

a. Not Monitored. Not Functional

b. 1 floor, 931 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: 1 Dry. Installed in 1998 – Currently Tagged out.

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 6 Smoke

ii. 1 Heat

iii. 1 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Not functional

f. Trouble zones: unknown

I. NIC (Not in Contract) Jones House – 207 A. Ladybird Lane, Johnson City, Texas 78636.

a. Not Monitored. Not functional

b. 1 floor, 832 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 0 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 0 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

J. NIC (Not in Contract) Event Center – 227 Settlement Road, Johnson City, Texas 78636.

b. 1 floor, 1500 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 6 Smoke

ii. 1 Heat

iii. 1 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

Ranch Unit – Stonewall, Texas

K. Junction School House – 144 State Park Road 49, Stonewall, Texas 78671. System was installed in

2014. System Panel is Honeywell Vista-128FBPN. GSM available for use in contacting central station.

a. Monitored. Approximately 7 zones

b. 1 floor, 1015 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: none

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 1 Smoke

ii. 1 Heat

iii. 1 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 4. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: None

L. Ranch Ranger Station – 1048 State Park Road 49, Stonewall, Texas 78671. System was installed in

2014. System Panel is Honeywell Vista-128FBPN/ Fire-lite By Honeywell FCPS-24FS8. GSM available for use in contacting central station. Currently 3 Partitions

a. Monitored. Approximately 27 zones

b. 1 floor, 1300 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 7 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 1 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 19. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: None

g. Reconfigure partitions/zones. Evidence Room on its own partition with a new keypad on the inside wall of the room.

M. Bus Barn/Auto Shop – 1277 English Park Road, Stonewall Texas 78671. System was installed in

2007. System Panel is Ademco Vista-250FBP/ Fire-lite By

Honeywell FCPS-24FS8. GSM is available for use in contacting central station.

a. Monitored. Approximately 34 zones

b. 1 floor, 7498 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 7 Smoke

ii. 12 Heat

iii. 6 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 9. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: #31Garage Pull Station, #15 Storage A pull station

N. Klein Maintenance Shop – 1438 State Park Road 49, Stonewall, Texas 78671. System was installed in

2015. System Panel is Honeywell Vista-32FB-9. One analog phone line available for use in contacting central station. 1 Partition

a. Monitored. Approximately 15 zones

b. 1 floor, 2400 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: 1 Dry, Installed 2015

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 6 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 3 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 6. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

O. Secret Service Command Post – 1416 State Park Road 49, Stonewall, Texas 78671. System was installed in 2019. System Panel is Honeywell Vista – 32FB. GSM available for use in contacting

a. Monitored. Approximately 23 zones

b. 1 floor, 507 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: 1 Dry, Installed 2019

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 7 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 1 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 6. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

P. Cabana/Pool House – 1392B State Park Road 49, Stonewall, Texas 78671. System was installed in

2021. System Panel is Honeywell Vista -32FBPT. GSM (cell phone) available for use in contacting

a. Monitored. Approximately 29 zones

b. 1 floor, 1809 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 9 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 4 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 16. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

g. Remove 5 Glass Breaks

Q. Johnson’s Birthplace – 348 State Park Road 49, Stonewall, Texas 78671. System was installed in

2007. System panel was replaced in 2014. System panel is a Honeywell Ademco Vista-128FBP.

GSM available for use in contacting central station. 2 Partitions

a. Monitored. Approximately 27 zones

b. 1 floor, 1760 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 10 Smoke

ii. 5 Heat

iii. 1 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

i. Approximately 11. Door, Motion and Window Break sensors.

f. Trouble zones: #31 Office Door, #41, Storage Door, #39 East Room Door.

R. NIC (Not in Contract) Cedar Guest House – 956 State Park Road 49, Stonewall, Texas 78671

b. 1 floor, 1255 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 0 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 0 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

S. NIC (Not in Contract) Show Barn – 1923 Malachek Road, Stonewall, Texas 78671

a. Not Monitored. Nonexistent

b. 1 floor, 9000 S.F.

c. Fire Sprinkler Systems: None

d. Fire Alarm Components

i. 0 Smoke

ii. 0 Heat

iii. 0 Pull

e. Intrusion Alarm Components:

1.04 DEFINITIONS

A. Equipment and materials shall be approved for their designed use and performance. The term “approved” shall mean Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listed and acceptable to the approval authorities.

B. The authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) for fire protection is the National Park Service Intermountain

Region Structural Fire Manager, Rodney Ryalls, email Rodney_ryalls@nps.gov, or telephone number 720-

305-6469.

C. SAAN/LYJO/WACO Physical Security Specialist, Park Structural Fire Coordinator – Philip Arras, 210-

842-9685, philip_arras@nps/gov

D. LYJO/WACO Lead Law Enforcement Officer - Brian Perry; (830) 868-7128 x236; brian_perry@nps.gov

E. LYJO/WACO Deputy Facility Manager - Donald Stephens; (830) 868-7128 x259 donald_stephens@nps.gov

F. The term “Contractor” as used within this specification refers to the contractor and/or subcontractor(s).

1.05 REFERENCES

Fire Protection: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

1. NFPA 25 (2020 edition) – Water based fire protection systems

2. NFPA 72 (2019 edition) - National Fire Alarm Code

3. IFC (2021 edition) - International Fire Code

1.06 CONTRACT DELIVERABLES

A. Provide a complete code compliant Inspection, test, and perform required maintenance on existing fire protection system(s).

B. Provide all the documentation as required by Statement of Work.

END OF SECTION

mailto:brian_perry@nps.gov

SCOPE OF WORK: AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM

1.0 GENERAL

A. The Statement of Work (SOW) requires the contractor to perform complete code compliant Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) on the automatic sprinkler system(s) in the Headquarters/Visitor

Center, Education Center, Withers and Spaulding, Moore House, Cantwell House, Klein Shop, and

Secret Service Command Post buildings, and related control valves. The ITM on the sprinkler system shall be performed based on current (NFPA) 25 and manufacture requirements.

B. In accordance with this SOW and the Task Order, the Contractor shall provide all required site-specific information in the execution proposal.

C. National Park Service Intermountain Regional Structural Fire Management Officer is the AHJ

D. Liability: The contractor will be responsible for any damages to the building or content if the damage is the result of poor maintenance, or inspection during the performance of this contract.

E. The contractor shall provide all tools and supplies necessary to properly perform inspections and tests in accordance with NFPA 25.

F. All automatic sprinkler system inspection, tests, maintenance, alterations, and repairs performed under this contract shall comply with the NFPA 25 including all appendix chapters. Anywhere NFPA 25 states "should", it shall be taken to mean, "shall".

G. Housekeeping. The Contractor shall leave areas where he performs work neat, clean and orderly.

H. If the inspector encounters equipment that is in a condition that may endanger life or property, the inspector shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer and AHJ, of the condition requiring immediate action. Within 24 hours the inspector shall provide a written report to the Contracting

Officer and AHJ of the hazardous condition and recommended corrective action.

I. Certifications and Qualifications

1. The Contractor shall have available at all times a sufficient number of capable and qualified employees to enable the contractor to properly, adequately, and safely perform all work required under the terms of this contract

2. Automatic Sprinkler System technicians performing contract work shall hold at least a NICET

Level 2 (Associate Engineering Technician) in Fire Protection Engineering Technology, Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems. Additionally, the Technician must have experience in the past five years in automatic sprinkler system testing, repair, maintenance, installation, and related activities of buildings and equipment comparable to the buildings and equipment covered by this contract.

3. Contractor and subcontractor personnel engaged in the activities specified by this contract shall be also required to possess certificates of training, licenses, and permits as required by the state, county, parish, city, and other local jurisdictions when the alarm system is installed in a facility covered by such state, county, parish, city, and other local jurisdictions

4. The Contractor shall provide documentation of NICET certification. for all new employees not later than seven (7) days prior to that person beginning work under the terms of this contract. The

Contractor shall insure that all certificates of training, licenses, permits, and bonds are current and valid. All offers must include documentation and proof of the above certifications and qualifications for each employee.

Qualifications for contractor:

a. State, county, or municipal certified/licensed contractor for type of system2

b. NICET II or greater certification for the type of system being worked on

c. Certified by the manufacturer for the make and model of system being worked on

d. As approved by the AHJ

2.0 PERFORMANCE

A. The service of the fire sprinkler systems will include the points listed below and shall be in compliance with NFPA 25 Table 5.1 Summary of Sprinkler System Inspection, Testing and Maintenance.

B. As a minimum, Work conducted at annual inspection shall include, but not restricted to:

(1) Visual inspection of the general occupancy conditions, environment, and operations related to fire protection.

(2) Check for any changes in occupancy status that may affect the performance or reliability of the fire suppression systems.

(3) Inspect general storage and stock arrangements in relation to fire sprinkler system effectiveness.

(4) Inspect all sprinkler valves for proper position, general condition, accessibility, and protection. Test control valves as required to insure satisfactory operation.

(5) Inspect control valves. Seal and tag all control valves and clean and lubricate control valve components as required.

(6) Inspect priming levels and air pressure on all dry pipe valves. Check and adjust as necessary.

(7) Drain and blow out all dry system low points equipped with valve arrangements.

(8) Inspect all accelerators and accessories to determine if they are in satisfactory condition.

(9) Inspect sprinkler control valve identification signs and security arrangements.

(10) Check condition of drain valves, check valve, gauges and related components.

(11) Instruct the Park representative on the proper operation, care and maintenance of the fire protection equipment and system as required.

C. As a minimum, work conducted at alarm flow test conducted annual inspections:

(1) Inspect and test operation of alarm valves, flow indicators, retards and accessories for proper operation.

(2) Inspect and test all alarm system components for satisfactory condition. Clean and lubricate necessary.

D. Work conducted at trip and water flow test as part of the inspection.

E. Preventive maintenance shall be performed by the contractor as part of this contract to keep the system equipment operable or to make repairs in accordance with NFPA 25 and this specification. Operations and maintenance manuals, as-built installation drawings, and other system documentation shall be retained to assist in the proper care of the system and its components.

(1) Inspect and determine if all portions of the fire sprinkler systems are in service and in satisfactory condition.

(2) Inspect all changes or modifications to fire suppression systems ensuring the modifications meet current code requirements.

(3) Check the general condition of sprinkler heads. Visually check the heads for any obstructions or coatings that may hinder satisfactory activation and that there is adequate clearance around the heads to allow proper water distribution.

(4) Check the general condition of the sprinkler system piping, hangers, and related equipment.

(5) Inspect fire department connection couplings, caps, threads, clappers, check valves and drain. Lubricate as required.

(6) Check the reserve supply of sprinkler heads for proper assortment.

(7) Ensure proper fire/intrusion alarm signaling (supervisory and alarm conditions)

(8) Conduct a trip test of all dry valves as described below:

- Note location, device number, system, and area controlled.

- Check for normal air and water pressure prior to test.

- Flow test each system prior to trip to remove obstructive materials from supply piping.

- Fully trip and flood each system by utilizing proper test connections.

- Check trip point pressures and times to determine satisfactory results.

- Check and document the time to flood system and discharge water from proper test outlets.

- Inspect the performance of each valve.

- Inspect the valve interior, moving parts, rubber facings, seats, and other related components.

- Clean and reset dry valve, replacing necessary gaskets as required.

- Check alarm activation at trip test point.

- Drain and dry all low points.

- Restore the system back in service.

- Check and determine satisfactory operation of accelerators.

- Clean, reset and return accelerators to service.

- Record the time necessary to re-pressurize the system with air and report any

RELATED DEFICIENCIES.

F. For repairs relating to corrective maintenance involving, but not limited to, replacing corroded, or painted sprinklers; correcting obstructions to sprinkler spray patterns; repairing pipe leaks; replacing missing or loose pipe hangers; cleaning clogged fire pump impellers; and replacing valve seats and gasket. The Contractor shall provide a cost proposal to the COR and Contracting Officer.

a. The proposal for fire/intrusion alarm system repair shall include:

i. Severity of impairment

ii. Suspected cause of malfunctions

iii. Actions to prevent re-occurrence

iv. List of components and materials to make repair

v. Hours required to make repair

vi. Schedule for making the repair(s)

G. Emergency maintenance includes, but is not limited to, repairs due to piping failures caused by freezing or impact damage; and replacement of frozen or fused sprinklers. The contractor shall not be responsible for upgrades that are required by code due to a change in occupancy, relocation of partitions, or types of materials stored by the building occupants. The Contractor shall provide a cost proposal to the COR and Contracting Officer.

a. The proposal for fire/intrusion alarm system repair shall include:

i. Severity of impairment

ii. Suspected cause of malfunctions

iii. Actions to prevent re-occurrence

iv. List of components and materials to make repair

v. Hours required to make repair

vi. Schedule for making the repair(s)

H. All repairs shall be tested according to requirements of NFPA 25. A representative of the Government may witness testing. Contractor must provide written certification that repairs are complete. The document shall also include the names and titles of the witnesses to the test.

a. Upon request, the Contractor shall furnish a record of all repairs they have made to an individual fire/intrusion alarm system. All records must be maintained at the Contractor’s office for a minimum period of 3 years.

3.0 TRAINING

A. Contractor shall provide services to demonstrate and familiarize Government maintenance personnel after completion of each visit as specified:

A. Provide up to three one (1) hour of fire system operational familiarization sessions to the primary user of the system, typically the Park Ranger and/or the Facility staff. This familiarization may be provided during the performance of the ITM tasks.

4.0 INSPECTION AND TESTS

A. The Contractor shall provide:

1. Written certification the equipment has been inspected and tested by a NICET II, water-based

Systems Layout.

2. Written certification the equipment is in proper working order.

3. Completed Record of Inspection and Testing form(s) as outlined in NFPA 25

B. Compile a complete report of the inspection and explain any deficiencies and recommend corrective action to be taken according to recognized care and maintenance standards.

C. One set of hard-copy documents and one electronic copy, for each type of system, will be required at contract completion.

D. “Document report of site inspections using standard company forms for condition assessment. The report will be used for immediate repairs and future system planning replacement.

5.0 WARRANTY

A. Contractor shall provide a warranty for their contract period of performance which includes repair and compensation for damages resulting from the performance of this SOW.

Scope of Work: Fire/Intrusion Alarm system

1.0 GENERAL

A. The Statement of Work (SOW) requires the contractor to perform complete code compliant Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) on the automatic fire/intrusion alarm system(s) in the Headquarters/

Visitor Center, Boyhood Home, Walker House, Education Center, Withers & Spaulding, Johnson

Cabin, Ranger Station, Junction School, Klein Shop, Bus Barn, Birthplace, Secret Service Command

Post, and Pool House buildings. The ITM on the sprinkler system shall be performed based on current

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 72 and manufacture requirements.

B. In accordance with this SOW and the Task Order, the Contractor shall provide all required site-specific information in the execution proposal.

C. National Park Service Intermountain Regional Structural Fire Management Officer is the AHJ for the fire protection at this Park.

D. Liability: The contractor will be responsible for any damages to the building or content if the damage is the result of poor maintenance, or inspection during the performance of this contract.

E. The contractor shall provide all tools and supplies necessary to properly perform inspections and tests in accordance with NFPA 72.

F. All Fire/Intrusion Alarm System, tests, inspections, maintenance, alterations, and repairs performed under this contract shall comply with the 2002 edition of the NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code including all appendix chapters. Anywhere NFPA 72 states "should", it shall be taken to mean, "shall".

G. Housekeeping. The Contractor shall leave areas where he performs work neat, clean, and orderly.

H. Certifications and Qualifications

1. The Contractor shall have available at all times a sufficient number of capable and qualified employees to enable the contractor to properly, adequately, and safely perform all work required under the terms of this contract.

2. Fire/Intrusion Alarm Systems technicians performing contract work shall meet NFPA 72’s qualifications and also hold at least a NICET Level 2 (Associate Engineering Technician) in Fire

Protection Engineering Technology, Fire/intrusion alarm Systems. Additionally, the Technician must have experience in the past five years in fire/intrusion alarm system testing, repair, maintenance, installation, and related activities of buildings and equipment comparable to the buildings and equipment covered by this contract.

3. Contractor and subcontractor personnel engaged in the activities specified by this contract shall be also required to possess certificates of training, licenses, and permits as required by the state, county, parish, city, and other local jurisdictions when the alarm system is installed in a facility covered by such state, county, parish, city, and other local jurisdictions.

4. The Contractor shall provide to the Ordering Official and Authority Having Jurisdiction documentation of the certificates of training, licenses, and permits for all new employees not later than seven (7) days prior to that person beginning work under the terms of this contract. The

Contractor shall insure that all certificates of training, licenses, permits, and bonds are current and valid. All offers must include documentation and proof of the above certifications and qualifications for each employee.

2.0 SCOPE

A. Services include but are not limited to the performance inspection, testing, and preventive maintenance or repair of a variety of intrusion, fire/intrusion alarm and notification systems, equipment and components such as manual alarm devices, smoke and heat detectors, remote and graphic annunciators, main fire/intrusion alarm panel and components, voice alarm system, speakers and horns and other audible and visual devices, wiring circuits and junctions, all other alarm, detection and control and ancillary devices, and emergency power operations. The system(s) shall be inspected and tested per current NFPA 72 (current edition).

B. The Contractor shall ensure that the fire/intrusion alarm system is maintained operable at all times except while being tested or repaired. It is essential that the contractor carefully schedule with the

Building Manager all non-emergency shutdowns of the fire/intrusion alarm system and that back up protection be provided by the contractor (arrangement of additional personnel stationed at the fire/intrusion alarm system control panel) any time that the fire/intrusion alarm system is out of service.

In addition, regardless of the duration of the shutdown, the affected portion of the system shall be tested to ensure that the protection has been restored.

D. All visits will be made under the direction of the Supervisory Park Ranger (Protection), or a park designated employee. Scheduling arrangements must be provided at least 1 week in advance.

F. No deviations from this SOW shall be made without written authorization from the AHJ. All recommendations are encouraged to be discussed with the Park representatives.

G. Before proceeding with any testing, the Contractor shall coordinate the notification of all persons and facilities that receive alarm, supervisory or trouble signals (e.g., COR, facility manager, central station, Fire Department). The Contractor will coordinate with the COR to ensure that all building occupants are notified. At the conclusion of testing, the Contractor shall notify those previously notified that the testing has been concluded.

H. The contractor shall coordinate with the building manager to decide when testing, maintenance and repair can be performed. Testing and inspections can be performed during normal business hours when it does not interfere with building operations. When testing, maintenance or repair will interfere with building operations; it shall be performed after normal business hours.

I. The Contractor may be required to perform some work, inspections, and tests outside the normal working hours of the building occupants. Any scheduled work that is disruptive to the tenants (testing audible devices, elevator capture, fan shutdown, etc.) shall be performed after the building occupant’s normal working hours. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR for coordination of after-hours access to the building.

J. If the inspector encounters equipment that is in a condition that may endanger life or property, the inspector shall immediately notify the Ordering Official and Authority Having Jurisdiction, of the condition requiring immediate action. Within 24 hours the inspector shall provide a written report to the Ordering Official and Authority Having Jurisdiction of the hazardous condition and recommended corrective action. The Contractor is responsible for the fire/intrusion alarm operation and restoration during the performance of the tests specified in this SOW.

K. Fire/intrusion alarm inspection reports shall be submitted to the requesting Park on the “suggested form”, as found in NFPA 72

3.0 PERFORMANCE

A. The Contractor shall perform a full initial inspection and test of each device on the fire/intrusion alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code.

1. Testing Frequencies from NFPA 72 shall be used.

2. Testing Methods from NFPA 72 shall be used.

B. The Contractor shall identify repairs. Repairs will be made by others and are not part of this contract.

4.0 TRAINING

A. Contractor shall provide services to demonstrate and familiarize Government maintenance personnel after completion of each visit as specified:

Provide up to three one (1) hour of fire system operational familiarization sessions to the primary user of the system, typically the Park Ranger and/or the Facility staff. This familiarization may be provided during the performance of the ITM tasks.

5.0 INSPECTION AND TESTS

A. Maintenance, Inspection and Testing Records: Within 14 days after completing the inspection and testing, the Contractor will furnish a written record to the COR that includes the following:

1. Contractor’s Inspection and Testing Form that includes all the information required by NFPA 72.

2. Date of manufacture of fire/intrusion alarm system(s) and whether parts are readily available.

3. The record shall include any problems noted with the system, including inoperable or unsupervised devices or equipment, or devices that cannot be calibrated, tested, or serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Findings noted shall include individual costs to correct/repair them. Each cost shall be broken down into both a parts cost and a labor cost.

4. The record shall be provided electronically (by email) if required by the COR (formatted in

Microsoft Word or Excel).

B. Compile a complete report of the inspection and explain any deficiencies and recommend corrective action to be taken according to recognized care and maintenance standards.

C. One set of hard-copy documents and one electronic copy, for each type of system, will be required at contract completion.

D. “Document report of site inspections using standard company forms for condition assessment. The report will be used for immediate repairs and future system planning replacement.

6.0 WARRANTY

A. Contractor shall provide a warranty for their contract period of performance which includes repair and compensation for damages resulting from the performance of this SOW.

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