A04_-_CUGA_Handrail_SOW.docx

Construction of On-Site 1.5 Inch Steel Handrails Cumberland Gap National Historic Park

STATEMENT OF WORK

Construction of On-Site 1.5-Inch Steel Handrails

DATED:

5/22/2025

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Construction of On-Site 1.5 Inch Steel Handrails

SOUTHEAST REGION

Statement of Work (SOW) This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the construction of on-site 1.5-inch steel handrails at various locations within the park to enhance safety and accessibility.

Background:

The Cumberland Gap Visitor Center was built in 1956 to serve as a welcoming center to greet visitors to the park. The building is utilized as museum space for visitor information, and memorabilia store operated by a park concessionaire. This building’s address is 91 Bartlett Park Road Middlesboro KY 40965

Objectives:

To construct (weld together on site) durable and compliant steel handrails that increase safety for visitors throughout the park.

GOVERMMENT FURNISED EQUIPMENT (GFE)

NPS will not provide any material necessary for the completion of this project. However, the NPS will provide labor to dig post holes for setting handrails in place once constructed and will provide labor in handling, maneuvering, and setting completed handrails into the holes.

Period of Performance:

60 days after notice to proceed is issued.

Scope of Work Handrail Specifications:

1. All handrails shall be constructed from 1.5-inch steel tubing.

2. Handrails will be welded on-site to ensure structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.

3. Locations and Dimensions:

· Visitor Center Stairs:

Length: 13 feet

· Headquarters Building Lower Stairs (front of office):

Length: 16 feet on side 1 & 8 feet on side 2

· Headquarters Building Upper Stairs (front of office):

Length: 17 feet each on side 1 & 2

· Headquarters Building (behind office):

Length: 16 feet (left door) & 12 feet (right door)

· Headquarters Building Parking Lot Handrail:

Length: 108 feet

4. Contractor will provide all material, equipment, parts and labor required to perform all the work of this contract

5. All equipment, material and waste removed or generated by work of this contract shall be properly disposed of offsite by the contractor.

6. All work must be completed outside of park business hours (8am – 4pm).

7. If work requires more than one-time period, the work area must be left in a condition that poses no safety hazards to visitor and employee traffic during the intervening business hours.

8. Work must be scheduled in advance with the park COR to ensure availability of park staff to open and close areas as needed.

9. Contractor and employee parking and equipment storage areas will be designated by the COR. No company signs shall be installed on government property. Smoking and eating will be performed in areas designated by the COR. Employees shall wear appropriate clothing at all times.

10. The Davis-Bacon act applies for this contract.

11. No smoking or use of tabaco products while in NPS owned buildings

CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS:

To be determined by the COR at the conclusion of the project

Safety:

All work performed on government property will be accomplished in accordance with all OSHA, EPA, Federal, State and local regulations and requirements. Prior to starting work on government property, the contractor will submit to Cumberland Gap National Historic Park (CUGA) for approval a copy of their company safety plan. Contractor shall wear all required personal protective clothing when performing any work of this contract. Contractor shall provide CUGA a copy of all MSDS sheets for all chemical products used on site and in the performance of this contract.

Although not all inclusive, the safety plan must address at a minimum the following areas:

1) Confined space operations (if required)

2) Public/visitor safety (barriers/signage, etc…)

3) Traffic safety plan

4) Personal protective equipment to be used

5) Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) to be used

a. Copies of Safety Data Sheets must be provided to CHPI

b. Storage of HAZMAT

6) Emergency response protocols

7) Personnel training requirements

8) OSHA DART rate

a. OSHA 300A Summary for last three years

Contractor shall use “green” products whenever possible, and all HAZMAT must be pre-approved for use by the CUGA Collateral Duty Safety Coordinator. The contractor will be responsible for the safety and security of the site to ensure unauthorized personnel (park visitors & employees) do not enter the construction area.

Security & Work Hours:

Contractor shall only perform this work outside of park business hours (8am – 5pm), unless approval is given by COR.

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