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STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

(Revised 8/4/21) Water System Improvement Project Cosby, TN Great Smoky Mountains National Park Cosby Campground, Maintenance, and Residence Area

1. General Information The Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GRSM) is located in Tennessee and North Carolina and consists of nearly 521,000 acres. The park was established by Congress on June 15, 1934. The Park’s mission is to protect, preserve, and interpret the natural, cultural, and historical resources for the benefit and inspiration of present and future generations. There are over 9 million visitors annually.

2. Facility Background The Cosby Campground and the Maintenance/Residence area are located on the Park access road off of Hwy 32, just east of the intersection with Hwy 321. The Maintenance/Residence Area is located on the left side of the access road approximately one mile from the intersection with Hwy 32. The Campground is located at the end of the Park access road. The Maintenance Area consists of one structure with both office and storage space. The Residential Area includes the Ranger Station, two (2) duplex residential structures, and an apartment building. The Campground includes eight (8) Comfort Stations, an entrance kiosk, and a residential house, which is used for maintenance purposes.

It is proposed to install a new potable water distribution system to both areas. Improvements for each area are described in the following section.

WATER SYSTEM

The Maintenance/Residence Area water system consists of approximately 2,430 linear feet of 6-inch waterline. The original waterline was 6-inch cast iron; and was installed in 1958. The cast iron line was replaced with 6-inch PVC in 1988. That line has reached the end of its service life and needs to be replaced. The waterline for the Campground Area consists of approximately 1,180 linear feet of 4-inch waterline, and 1,320 linear feet of 2-inch waterline. These lines were also installed originally in 1958; and replaced in 1988 with PVC. This line has also reached the end of its service life.

3. Scope of Work The scope of work for each system is as follows:

WATER SYSTEM

The scope of work includes replacing the existing 4-inch and 6-inch PVC waterlines with 4-inch Ductile Iron waterlines. The 2-inch water services to the existing Comfort Stations will also be replaced with 2-inch High Density Polyethylene waterline. The service lines will be installed up to the existing valve boxes outside of the Comfort Stations. The valve and box for some Comfort Stations (whose valves have not yet been changed) will also be replaced as part of this work. The 3/4-inch service lines from the main to the original drinking fountains are also included in the scope of work. The service lines to the residential units and to the Maintenance Building will be completely replaced all the way to the buildings, including all pipe, valves and valve boxes/

4. Contractor Responsibilities Contractor Shall Provide the Following Materials and Services:

(All materials and installations shall be in accordance with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation standards and specifications)

The Campground will be closed during the proposed work, and the existing waterline will be taken out of service; therefore, maintenance of water service will not be required during the course of the work.

The Maintenance/Residential Area will be in use; therefore, water disruptions will need to be coordinated in advance.

WATER SYSTEM

· 4-INCH DUCTILE IRON WATERLINE:

The proposed 2-inch and 4-inch waterlines are to be installed in the same trench or in the same general area as the existing lines wherever possible. The existing 2-inch and 4-inch waterlines are to be removed and disposed of off-site at the contractor’s expense (only as necessary when it is in the way of the new line).

· 2-INCH HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE WATERLINE:

The proposed 2-inch waterline is to be installed to service the existing Comfort Stations and Maintenance Facility Building in the Campground Area.

· 1-INCH HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE WATERLINE:

The existing service lines in the Maintenance/Residential Area are to be completely replaced with 1-inch HDPE waterlines and 1-inch ball valves.

· 3/4-INCH HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE WATER SERVICE:

The water service lines to the existing drinking fountains are to be replaced as part of the work.

· VALVES, AND FITTINGS:

All valves, fire hydrants, and fittings shall be provided and installed as noted on the plans and specifications.

· PRESSURE TEST AND DISINFECTION:

All installed pipes, valves and fittings shall be pressure tested and disinfected in accordance with the plans and specifications.

· AREA RESTORATION:

All areas disturbed by the contractor shall be restored to original condition. Any pavement areas which have to be crossed will be removed and replaced to original conditions in accordance with the plans and specifications. Areas outside of paved areas shall be graded, seeded with the approved Park seed mix, and mulched with approved matting. Areas outside of the immediate work area shall not be disturbed.

· AQUATIC RESOURCE ALTERATION PERMIT:

There are three small creek crossings on the project – one in the campground area and 2 along the access road to the water tank in the Maintenance Area. The Park has prepared the ARAP General Permit application; however, the contractor will need to sign it as the responsible party; and pay the fee of $500.00. Note that if the contractor uses the pipe bursting method to install the new waterlines in these areas, the ARAP General Permit will not be required.

5. Government Furnished Property, Materials & Supplies The GSMNP will not be providing property, materials or supplies for the subject project.

6. Business Hours The contractor shall typically complete on-site work or delivery, including unloading, during normal business hours of 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, excluding weekends and Federal holidays. However, upon coordination with the COR, the contractor may work earlier or later as required. The contractor may also work weekends if necessary, upon coordination with the COR. The contractor shall coordinate the specific on-site work schedule with the Contracting Officer and COR five days prior to performance start date. While on site, the COR may be reached by mobile phone during normal business hours.

7. Management During Normal Working Hours The contractor shall manage the total work effort in accordance with effective and efficient management principles and safe working practices to ensure safety of the public and on-time completion of this contract.

8. Maintenance of Traffic The Campground will be closed during the course of the proposed work; therefore, Traffic Control is expected to be minimal during the course of the work in this area. The Maintenance/Residential Area will be open and occupied; therefore, the contractor will need to provide Traffic Control in these areas as necessary. The contractor shall follow the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for any traffic control that might be required. The Contractor shall use appropriate traffic control devices needed for all work and for protecting workers and visitors. One lane closures are allowed, traffic shall be controlled with flaggers and appropriate signage. Contractor shall provide advance notice if the closure is expected to exceed 10 minutes.

9. Safety & Environmental Compliance

· The contractor shall comply with pertinent provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and state, local, safety, laws.

· The contractor shall comply with pertinent Environmental Protection Agency laws and regulations.

· Contractor must be licensed in the State of Tennessee to install Public Water Systems.

· Installed waterlines and sewer lines must pass both a pressure test and/or disinfection test per the project specifications, as applicable.

· The GRSM safety officer has the authority to issue restraint or cease-and-desist orders to the contractor when violations or unsafe acts are present and threaten Government and contractor employees or damage to Government property.

· The contractor shall immediately report to the Contracting Officer, COR and GRSM safety officer all accidents resulting in employee injury or death or damage to property while performing this contract.

10. Insurance The Contractor shall be insured in accordance with the Solicitation documents. The Government is not responsible for damage to Contractor’s equipment, vehicles, tools or materials or their employees and the personal property brought on-site. The Government will not accept any liability due to contractor employee negligence.

11. Motor Vehicle & Traffic Regulations Contractor employees operating motor vehicles shall possess an appropriate, valid driver's license. Driver and vehicle permits, licenses, registrations and proof of insurance shall be maintained in the vehicle at all times and made available upon request. Contractor employees shall comply with federal vehicle motor law requiring seat belts be worn at all times. Contractor employees shall adhere to the posted speed limits. Commercial vehicles are prohibited on Highway 441 without prior notification of the Park. Contractor shall contact the Dispatch Office at 865-436-1294 to notify the Park of an incoming commercial vehicle.

12. Statement of Work - Requirements Summary The contractor shall install all proposed waterlines and appurtenances in strict conformance with the requirements outlined Part 9. Distribution Systems, Sections 9.1 through 9.8 in the document “Community Public Water Systems – Design Criteria” published by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.

13. Maintenance of Roadways Contractor shall show due diligence to ensure that asphalt on roadways and developed parking areas are protected from damage.

14. Gates (Maintenance Area Only) Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring gates are locked at the end of each shift.

1. Contractor shall provide a lock to be used on a joint locking system serving both the Park and the Contractor.

2. Gates shall be closed during the day and at the end of each day.

15. Employee Parking All contractor employees shall comply with parking procedures published for the GRSM.

16. Replacement of Contractor Employee for Security Reasons The Government retains the right to request removal of the contractor’s employee(s), regardless of prior clearances.

17. Non-Payment for Additional Work Any additional contractor performed services not specified in contract, either at its own volition or at the request of an individual other than an appointed Contracting Officer, except as may be explicitly authorized in the contract, shall be performed at the financial risk of the contractor. Only an appointed Contracting Officer is authorized to bind the Government to a change in specifications, contract terms, or conditions.

18. Conflict of Interest The contractor shall not employ off-duty COR’s or other Government employees if such employment would create a conflict of interest or be contrary to the policies contained in conflict-of-interest directives.

19. Quality Control The contractor shall establish and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure the work performed conforms to the contract requirements. The Statement of Work - Requirements Summary (Section 12) provides requirements for the installation of waterlines and appurtenances that are the minimum requirements for the installation of the new water system. The contractor’s QCP shall address methods for remedying any non-compliant work. The Contractor shall develop QCP and submit with proposal package. The Contractor’s QCP includes:

· Required services identified in the “Statement of Work - Requirements Summary”

· Contractor’s surveillance methodology

· Method and timeframe for responding to COR or customer complaints

· Progress meetings with Government stakeholders

20. Contractor’s Proposal Package The following deliverables are to be submitted with offer in response to RFQ.

· Technical approach to perform required services.

· Identification of key personnel to be responsible for the on-site work and their qualifications.

· Contractor safety plan.

· Contractor’s QCP

· Proof of Insurance–Business Liability & Workers Compensation.

21. Inspection.

The Government will conduct inspections during and upon completion of required services. Final payment will be processed upon confirming that all noted contractor performance deficiencies have been satisfactorily corrected.

22. Schedule The Cosby Campground is closed from November 1, 2021 to April 1, 2022. Proposed work shall commence on November 1, 2021, and all proposed work in the Campground shall be complete by March 31, 2022. Proposed work in the Maintenance/Residential Area shall be started and completed within the same time period. The contractor shall provide a realistic schedule for the completion of the proposed work; and notify the Park if there is not sufficient time in the schedule prior to accepting the contract.

23. Liquidated Damages The scheduled opening date for the Cosby Campground is a critical date, and all proposed work must be completed by the scheduled completion date. Should additional days be required to complete the utility work beyond the scheduled completion date for the work, there will be assessed liquidated damages in the amount of $500.00 per day.

24. Referenced Documents The Design Plans and Specifications for the “Cosby Water System Improvement Project”.

25. Base Price Schedule See attachment.

26. Location Map See attachment