B09_-_Revised_PWS__Fountain_Service_0001.pdf

PMIS 318551 ROCR

June 7, 2024

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

for

Repair, Maintain and Operate Fountains and Water Features in Rock Creek Park

1.0 Background

1.1 The Contractor shall furnish all equipment, materials, tools, and labor necessary to perform the maintenance tasks for Startup Maintenance operation of fountains and pools in Rock Creek Park.

1.1.1 The work will take place in Rock Creek Park at five locations. Two of the five sites are listed on the National Register (Meridian Hill, and Pierce Mill). Three of the locations, (Meridian Hill. Kahlil Gibran and Georgetown Waterfront Park)) are either not in operation, or not operating up to specifications due to equipment, or other mechanical, or construction maintenance issues. The fountains, when in full operation provide irreplaceable cultural and environmental resources to the surrounding community, and as such, resource must be bought up to full operation, and must be maintained to allow continuation of operation in the future,

2.0 Scope

2.1 The scope of work will be for the contractor to the following scope of service:

2.1.1 Startup: (Around April 15th) The contractor will be responsible for bringing the condition of all fountains up to a startup condition. The contractor will start up the fountain and repair any existing issues which affect the operation of the fountains as specified in original construction documents.

2.1.2 Monthly Maintenance: The contractor will maintain the operation of all fountains and water features monthly. (Cleaning will require multiple visits per month. See schedule below)

2.1.3 Seasonal Repairs. The contractor will be responsible for making all fountains and water features ready for seasonal operation as directed by the NPS.

2.2 This contract will be between the National Park Service, and the contractor. All contractors and suppliers acting under sub- contracts to the contractor will also be party to this contract.

3.0 Work to be Performed – The following are the tasks that will be performed by the contractor on a monthly, seasonal, and annual basis to fulfill this contract

3.1 Meridian Hill Park Fountain

3.1.1 Cascading Fountain Pump Room and System

3.1.1.1 General Maintenance Prior to Start Up:

3.1.1.1.1 Cleaning: Clean pump room and fountain of all debris.

Scrape all flaking paint off pump room walls, repair spalling concrete in ceiling of pumproom.

3.1.1.1.2 Service all exiting mechanical and electrical equipment to allow for operation. Supply fluid, lubricants, contactors, etc. needed to have 100% operational effectiveness.

3.1.2 Fountain Basins, Large Reflecting Pool, Drains, and Supply

3.1.2.1 General Maintenance

3.1.2.1.1 Clean all pools and drains of debris. Replace or repair any drain covers either not in place or in need of repair.

(Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 3x/ weekly) 78 visits

3.1.2.1.2 Test all supply jets to make sure they function properly.

Repair as needed.

3.1.3 Maintenance and Operation: The following services are to be provided by the contractor monthly and are solely for hardscape and fountain equipment. Landscape areas are not covered by this contract.

3.1.3.1 Provide Manufacturer’s scheduled service on all installed equipment to maintain warranty.

3.1.3.2 Clean fountain equipment rooms of any debris. (Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 3x/ weekly) 78 visits

3.1.3.3 Clean and keep at 100% functionality fountain drains, strainer baskets, protective covers, and water features of any debris.

(Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 3x/ weekly) 78 visits

3.1.3.4 Lubricate and provide all operational fluids required to keep equipment valves, pumps controls, etc. at 100% functionality.

3.1.3.5 Document and note through visual inspection of site any areas of concern regarding water leaks in piping, cracks or deterioration in fountains basins pedestrian areas, and reflecting pools.

3.1.3.6 Document through visual inspection any changes to condition of fountain and its components.

3.1.3.7 Inspect and adjust control for scheduled operation of fountain.

3.1.3.8 Test water quality to assure no buildup of algae, bacteria, or foreign matter in the fountain, to allow for operation of the water in a clear condition. Provide algaecide and other materials needed for and apply materials to eliminate any conditions found.

3.1.3.9 Once per year prepare fountains for winter conditions.

(winterization after October 31st and by November 10th)

3.1.4 Reporting: Provide a monthly report to the Contracting Office Representative (COR) detailing all work completed or conditions found during the monthly inspection.

3.2 Kahlil Gibran Fountain

3.2.1 Mechanical

3.2.1.1 Service the two 1.5 horsepower pumps. One pump is in a lower vault. One pump is in an upper vault. Bring Pumps to full operation and specification. Provide all fluids, additives and lubricants to operate the pumps.

3.2.1.2 Repair any overflow drains, waterspouts, etc. to bring to full operation. Make all access doors, filter baskets, etc. fully operable.

3.2.1.3 Visually inspect grounds where piping is located. If wet areas or ground subsidence is seen at the location of piping, clear soil to uncover pipe to make sure that there are not any pipe failures. If failures are encountered, repair.

3.2.2 Electrical

3.2.2.1 Make tight all electrical connections, replace any defective wiring, breakers, controller/timers with new materials as needed to bring to current codes, and full operation.

3.2.3 Fountain Structure

3.2.3.1 Repair Membrane (as needed) in upper fountain pool to eliminate any leaks or voids in the lining and the structure that supports the lining.

3.2.4 Start-up: After all repair work is completed, start -up fountain to pressure test for leaks. If no leaks are observed put the fountain into operation. If leaks are found repair all leaks in water supply or return lines. Once leaks are repaired start the fountain for use.

3.2.5 Maintenance and Operation: These services are to be provided by the Contractor monthly and are solely for hardscape and fountain equipment. Landscape areas are not covered by this Contract.

3.2.5.1 Scheduled Service: Provide Manufacturer’s scheduled service on all installed equipment to maintain warranty.

3.2.5.2 Clean Fountain vaults and fountain of any debris. (Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 1x/ weekly) 26 visits

3.2.5.3 Clean and keep at 100% functionality fountain drains, strainer baskets, protective covers, and water features of any debris.

(Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 1x/ weekly) 26 visits

3.2.5.4 Lubricate and provide all operational fluids required to keep equipment valves, pumps controls, etc. at 100% functionality.

3.2.5.5 Document and note through visual inspection of site any areas of concern regarding water leaks in piping, cracks or deterioration in fountains, basins, pedestrian areas, and reflecting pools.

3.2.5.6 Document through visual inspection any changes to condition of fountain and its components.

3.2.5.7 Inspect and adjust control for scheduled operation of fountain.

3.2.5.8 Test water quality to assure no buildup of algae, bacteria, or foreign matter in the fountain to allow for operation of the water in a clear condition. Provide algaecide and other materials needed and apply materials to eliminate any conditions found.

3.2.5.9 Once per year prepare fountains for winter conditions.

(winterization after October 31st and by November 10th)

3.2.6 Reporting: Provide a monthly report to the Contracting Office

3.3 Pierce Mill

3.3.1 Maintenance and Operation: These services are to be provided by the contractor monthly and are solely for hardscape and waterwheel equipment. Landscape areas are not covered by this contract.

3.3.1.1 Clean Waterwheel Equipment Rooms and waterwheel channel and wheel of any debris. (2x/ monthly)

3.3.1.2 Keep Water Wheel at 100% functionality Clean Drains, strainer baskets, protective covers, and water features of any debris. (2x/ monthly)

3.3.1.3 Lubricate and provide all operational fluids required to keep equipment valves, pumps controls, etc. at 100% functionality.

3.3.1.4 Document and note through visual inspection of site any areas of concern regarding water leaks in piping, cracks or deterioration in wheel structure or tailrace., basins pedestrian areas, and reflecting pools.

3.3.1.5 Document through visual inspection any changes to condition of waterwheel and its components.

3.3.1.6 Inspect and adjust controls for scheduled operation of waterwheel.

3.3.1.7 Test water quality to assure no buildup of algae, bacteria, or foreign matter in the fountain, to allow for operation of the water in a clear condition. Provide algaecide and other materials needed for and apply materials to eliminate any conditions found. Test water quality monthly to assure that it meets Environmental Standards of the Washington D. C department of health for drinking water. If it does not, provide additives and or filtration to bring up to standard

3.3.1.8 Once per year prepare water wheel for winter conditions.

3.3.2 Reporting: Provide a monthly report to the Contracting Office

3.4 Georgetown Waterfront Park

3.4.1 Maintenance and Operation: These services are to be provided by the Contractor monthly and are solely for hardscape and fountain equipment. Landscape areas are not covered by this contract.

3.4.1.1 Scheduled Service: Provide manufacturer’s scheduled service on all installed equipment to maintain warranty.

3.4.1.2 Clean fountain equipment rooms of any debris. (Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 2x/ weekly) 52 visits

3.4.1.3 Clean and keep at 100% functionality fountain drains, strainer baskets, protective covers, and water features of any debris.

(Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 2x/ weekly) 52 visits

3.4.1.4 Lubricate and provide all operational fluids required to keep equipment valves, pumps controls, etc. to keep at 1000% functionality.

3.4.1.5 Document and note through visual inspection of site any areas of concern regarding water leaks in piping, cracks or deterioration in fountains basins pedestrian areas, and reflecting pools.

3.4.1.6 Document through visual inspection any changes to condition of fountain and its’ components.

3.4.1.7 Inspect and adjust control for scheduled operation of fountain.

3.4.1.8 Test water quality to assure no buildup of algae, bacteria, or foreign matter in the fountain, to allow for operation of the water in a clear condition. Provide algaecide and other materials needed for and apply materials to eliminate any conditions found.

3.4.1.9 Once per year prepare fountains for winter conditions.

(winterization after October 31st and by November 10th)

3.4.2 Reporting: Provide a monthly report to the Contracting Office

3.5 Francis Griffith Newlands Memorial Fountain

3.5.1 Maintenance and Operation: These services are to be provided by the contractor monthly and are solely for hardscape and fountain equipment. Landscape areas are not covered by this contract.

3.5.1.1 Scheduled Service: Provide manufacturer’s scheduled service on all installed equipment to maintain warranty.

3.5.1.2 Clean fountain equipment rooms of any debris. (Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 2x/ weekly) 52 visits

3.5.1.3 Clean and keep at 100% functionality fountain drains, strainer baskets, protective covers, and water features of any debris.

(Monthly from Mid April - October 31st, 2x/ weekly) 52 visits

3.5.1.4 Lubricate and provide all operational fluids required to keep equipment valves, pumps controls, etc. at 100% functionality.

3.5.1.5 Document and note through visual inspection of site any areas of concern regarding water leaks in piping, cracks or deterioration in fountains basins pedestrian areas, and reflecting pools.

3.5.1.6 Document through visual inspection any changes to condition of fountain and its components.

3.5.1.7 Inspect and adjust control for scheduled operation of fountain.

3.5.1.8 Test water quality to assure no buildup of algae, bacteria, or foreign matter in the fountain, to allow for operation of the water in a clear condition. Provide algaecide and other materials needed for and apply materials to eliminate any conditions found.

3.5.1.9 Once per year prepare fountains for winter conditions.

(winterization after October 31st and by November 10th)

3.5.2 Reporting: Provide a monthly report to the Contracting Office

4.0 Location of Work – The Projects are on NPS Managed Property. The Named locations of work are as follows:

4.1 Meridian Hill Park: 16th Street and Euclid Southwest Washington D.C.

4.2 Kahlil Gibran Park: 3100 Massachusetts Avenue Washington DC.

4.3 Peirce Mill: 2100 Tilden Street NW Washington D.C.

4.4 Georgetown Waterfront Park: 33303 Water Street Washington D.C

4.5 Francis Griffith Newlands Memorial Fountain: 3 Chevy Chase Circle Chevy Chase, Maryland

5.0 Period of Performance – One calendar year from notice to proceed

6.0 Performance or Delivery Schedule

6.1 This Contract is for one Calendar year of service.

6.1.1 Reporting Scheule:

6.1.1.1 Monthly: The Contractor will deliver monthly a report detailing all maintenance work and repairs completed for the preceding.

6.1.1.2 Quarterly: Report on all work completed in the preceding quarter outlining maintenance repairs to facilities or systems.

6.1.1.3 Event After Action report; Reports detailing work

accomplished to bring system to full functionality after major events

7.0 Performance Standards – {Should establish a reasonable acceptable quality level (AQL) for each task. For some tasks, it is reasonable to expect 100 percent compliance with task requirements 100 percent of the time. For others, it may be impossible or unreasonable to expect that level of service. Note: additional guidance and a sample format are provided in a separate document.} Park to Provide

8.0 Special Requirements

8.1 Government-furnished Property: The Government will not be providing any property for this work.

8.2 Security: There are no known security requirements associated with this contract.

8.3 Travel: All Contractors and staff are to be local to the project. There are no travel requests expected. However, if requests arise any required travel must be authorized by an appropriate official (e.g. COTR); and reimbursements for allowable travel and per diem charges are governed by P.L. 99-234 and FAR Part 31.}

8.4 Non-disclosure/Conflict of Interest: There are no non-disclosure agreements required.

8.5 Special Requirements:

8.5.1 Personnel Qualifications: All personnel performing work shall be fully qualified and experienced in the type of work to be executed on this PWS. When applicable, the personnel shall be certified on the necessary skills for the work being performed. Personnel operating vehicles or heavy equipment shall hold valid licenses and certifications for operation of said equipment. The NPS Contract Officer’s Representative may, at any time, request copies of necessary certifications or licenses.

8.5.2 Work on Site: The work is in Public parks that will be in use by the public during work. Contractors should make all effort not to impede public access and use and should use proper decorum in any interactions. All vehicles, when not in use, must be parked so as not to block free access to the park roads, paths, and parking lots by the public.

8.5.3 Traffic Control Vehicular Access: Contractor should submit for NPS review a plan showing how work will be accessed and where equipment will be parked during work. This plan must be approved by NPS prior to the start of the contract term.

8.6 Code Compliance/Permits/Standards:

8.6.1 The ICC’s family of codes and their appendices are hereby adopted as the nationally recognized building codes for the NPS.

Additionally, The National Electrical Code (NEC, NFPA 70, published by the National Fire Protection Association is adopted as the national code for electrical work.

8.6.2 Contractor will perform all work in accordance with the ICC’s family of codes and submit to the COR as the most recent edition of local, state, and federal guidelines, regulations and standards applicable to performance of these tasks. Amendment of certain ICC codes or r the NEC specific to the NPS may be necessary to ensure park service compliance regarding the historical or environmental assets.

8.6.3 The Contractor shall hire a fully licensed third-party inspector for all applicable inspections falling under the ICC for this task. The Contractor shall submit the inspector(s) resumes as part of the pre-submittal for this contract.

8.6.4 Completed and signed inspection reports shall be submitted by the third-party inspector to the CO/COR or their designated representative, for prior review to final acceptance and closeout of the contract period. The CO is final authority for acceptance.

8.6.5 The Contractor is responsible for verifying any additional requirements with the CO, COR, or the designated representative.

8.6.6 The Contractor is responsible for obtaining any permits and holding the up-to-date business licenses for the jurisdiction where the work is to occur.