BISC Guardrail Replacement SOW.pdf

Biscayne National Park

9700 SW 328th Street Sir Lancelot Jones Way Homestead, FL 33033

STATEMENT OF WORK:

Replace Guardrails and Handrails

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

SOUTHEAST REGION

MAJOR ACQUISITION BUYING OFFICE

Replace Guardrails and Handrails

SOW Format

1. Background

2. Objectives

3. Place of performance

4. Period of performance

5. Scope of Work

6. Deliverables

7. Government-Furnished Property (GFP)

8. Safety

9. Security Considerations

10. Travel

11. Special Material Requirements

12. Other Unique Requirements and Considerations

13. Quality Assurance Requirement

14. Project Personnel

1. BACKGROUND:

The National Park Service (NPS) seeks to hire a contractor to provide labor, materials, and equipment to remove and replace guardrails and handrails located on the first and second floor throughout Biscayne National Park. Biscayne National Park is located just 20 miles south of Miami in Homestead, FL. Convoy Point is the only mainland based section of Biscayne National Park with amenities for visitors.

2. OBJECTIVES:

This contract work consists of providing qualified labor, materials, tools, equipment, and supervision for the removal and replacement of more than 1,283 linear feet of guardrails and more than 538 linear feet of exterior handrails at Biscayne National Park. The contractor shall be responsible for the removal and re-installation of guardrails and handrails, cutting, disassembling, and removal of the existing guardrails and handrails;

so as not to damage current structure. Any holes or damage incurred shall be patched and repaired to match adjacent finish. New guardrails and handrails shall be set in place and installed as per previous configuration. Installation includes aluminum guardrails and handrails, stainless steel hardware and accessories.

Removal of all debris offsite shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

Biscayne National Park, Convoy Point 9700 SW 328th Street Sir Lancelot Jones Way Homestead, FL 33033

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

All tasks and deliverables for this contract must be completed within 120 days after Notice to proceed. Days listed herein refer to calendar days. The primary and approved work schedule is Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Any days or hours outside the primary work schedule will have to be requested in advance and approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) in advance. If there are any schedule delays due to lead time of materials notify the COR immediately.

Hurricanes: The government requires closing of operations between 72 and 48 hours of anticipated landfall of a tropical storm or hurricane as determined by the National Park Service. All project materials will be adequately secured or removed from the site within that time frame.

5. SCOPE OF WORK:

Under this contract, the contractor shall complete the following tasks, requirements, and shall deliver the following services and provide a cost breakdown to include;

materials/equipment, labor, administrative, mobilization, and other fees. The contractor shall have an on-site superintendent/foreman present at all times while work is being performed.

The Contractor shall complete the following tasks and requirements:

The removal and replacement of approximately 116 linear feet of exterior guardrails, handrails and pickets on the first floor. Current material that must be removed consists of mostly wood and must be replaced with aluminum material.

The removal and replacement of approximately 765 linear feet of exterior guardrails and pickets on the second floor. Current material that must be removed consists of mostly wood and must be replaced with aluminum material.

The removal and replacement of approximately 402 linear feet of exterior stair guardrails. Current material that must be removed consists of mostly wood and must be replaced with aluminum material.

The removal and replacement of approximately 352 posts. Current material that must be removed consists of mostly wood and must be replaced with aluminum material.

o NOTE: All galvanized metal structural posts will be wrapped with a vulcanizing rubber wrap and covered with aluminum sleeve/plates.

The removal and replacement of approximately 538 linear feet of handrails. The current handrails being removed are steel and must be replaced with aluminum.

All new guardrails and handrails must be primed and then finished with powder electrostatic coating to match the current gray color on site. Color must be approved by park personnel.

Work will be completed at Convoy Point Headquarters, Convoy Point Housing, Convoy Point Visitor Center, and Convoy Point Walk Bridge.

All material used and installed will be in new condition.

The hand railings shall be of welded construction design, with field splices where required between sections. All exposed welds shall be continuous fillets, watertight, and ground smooth. Bends, warps, and ramps in the rails shall be made by bending the pipe to true and even curves, without kinks.

Install items plumb and level, accurately fitted, free from distortion or defects.

Provide anchors and plates required for connecting railings to structure on existing stringers and/or concrete.

Aluminum railing fabrication shall be performed by craftsmen experienced in the fabrication of architectural metal work. Exposed surfaces shall be free from defects or other surface blemishes. Dimensions and conditions shall be verified in the field. All joints, junctions, miters and butting sections shall be precision fitted with no gaps occurring between sections, and with all surfaces flush and aligned. Electrolysis protection of materials shall be provided.

Any exposed welds shall be continuous fillets, watertight, and ground smooth.

Material must consist of:

o Stainless Steel Hardware o Aluminum Posts, Aluminum caps, Aluminum Pickets, Aluminum Handrails, aluminum plates

Required dimensions of material being installed:

o Post Caps: 5" SQ X 1-1/4" H (must be aluminum) o Railing Caps: 3" X 1" X 1/8" (must be aluminum) o Posts: 4" X 4" X 1/8" (must be aluminum) o Pickets: 1" X1" X 1/16" (must be aluminum) o Handrails: 1-1/2" Pipe Sch.40 (must be aluminum) o Installation: Plates and 1/2" Bolts (plates must be aluminum and all hardware must be stainless steel)

Contractor must take care not to damage existing construction that is to remain in place. Product will be installed by experienced workmen in accordance with all Florida Building Codes. Each area shall be removed and replaced in its entirety before moving on to the next area.

The contractor (including General Contractor and subcontractors) shall have proven experience and expertise in Commercial Guardrail and Railing Installation and provide evidence of previous installation work

Prior to the Contractor submitting a quote for the project a pre-bid conference will be scheduled. Although attendance isn’t required, we strongly urge contractors to attend pre bid site visit. Contractor shall be responsible for visiting the site and verify all measurements prior to ordering materials.

All materials workmanship, and practices shall conform to the following standards:

o Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant o Applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements o Florida Building Code, latest edition o Aluminum Construction Manual by the Aluminum Association, latest edition

No company signs shall be installed on government property. Smoking and eating will be performed in areas designated by the Park. Employees shall wear appropriate clothing at all times. A company shirt with the company name, name tag or badge will be worn at all times in order to identify contract personnel.

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

Contractors will notify NPS staff of scheduled site visits to ensure access to secure areas.

6. DELIVERABLES:

Before notice to proceed

1. The Contractor is required to submit all drawings and material submittals for the contract within 10 working days after issue of the Notice of Award or as directed by the Contracting Officer. Drawings must be complete and include all aluminum railing membranes, fastenings, connections, means of galvanic protection, dimensions of guardrails, handrails, posts, post caps, pickets, and railing caps.

Blueprints, drawings, and/or plans must be delivered in PDF format as well as in hard copy.

2. Provide a written narrative summary of how the contractor will execute the project with a timeline. This document will be referred to as the implementation plan.

3. After award of the contract, the Contractor will participate in a planning meeting with NPS staff and the COR at Biscayne National Park Convoy Point Headquarters in Homestead, FL. The planning meeting will include project objectives, logistics, methods, equipment, staffing, scheduling, and regulations/guidance for working within the park will be discussed. The planning meeting should be attended by essential personnel from the contractor team.

4. Provide a safety plan as identified in Section 8.

5. Proof of insurance.

Before contract close out

1. The COR and Maintenance staff will perform a final inspection to ensure all work meets the standards of this scope.

2. Upon completion of the contract the contractor shall remove all equipment, tools and debris. The contractor shall leave the premises clean, neat, and in good condition. All affected areas must be restored to their original condition from before the work began. Any damages will be fixed and repaired at no cost to the government.

Invoices and Payments

1. The Contractor shall supply a complete invoice to the COR in a timely manner for payment. Payment shall be made through the government electronic payment system and may take up to 30 days.

Adjustment for Inadequate Performance

1. Routine inspection shall be performed to minimize work improperly performed.

Such inspections are designed only to assure that the NPS pays only for those services, which have been specified, and adequately completed by the contractor.

2. In the event the contractor fails to successfully perform the required work, the National Park Service has the right to withhold partial payment.

7. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY, MATERIAL,

EQUIPMENT, OR INFORMATION (GFP, GFM, GFE, OR GFI):

N/A

8. SAFETY:

1. Before on-site work begins the contractor must submit a site/project specific written safety and accident prevention program containing the following:

a. Name of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

b. Site specific information including emergency response contact information and location of the nearest emergency room.

c. Provide and submit a safety plan outlining your safety program specific to this site before beginning work.

d. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public/visitors, National Park Service personnel, and Contractor's employees.

e. Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) to be used

i. Copies of safety data sheets must be provided to the parks

ii. Storage of HAZMAT

f. Heavy equipment operations (if required).

g. Personal protective equipment.

2. The contractor shall provide a work site and environment that is safe for employees, for visitors to the Park, and NPS staff. If needed, the work area will be cordon off and secure.

3. The contractor shall follow all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, federal, state, and local safety and health requirements

4. The contractor shall report all accidents to the Contracting Officer as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

5. The contractor shall provide a level of public safety commensurate with exposure at NPS worksite.

6. The contractor shall comply in rectifying all unsafe or unhealthful conditions called to his attention by the contracting officer.

7. The contractor shall allow for informal and formal, announced and unannounced safety inspections by the COR and the appropriate safety officer at the worksite.

9. SECURITY:

N/A.

10. TRAVEL:

1. Contractor shall be responsible for all travel related expenses for this project, including mobilization of equipment, tools, materials, manpower, lodging, meals, and per diem.

11. SPECIAL MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Contractor is responsible for providing any special handling equipment that is needed for uninstallation and installation.

12. OTHER UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS:

N/A

13. QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENT:

1. The government will periodically evaluate the contractor’s performance in accordance with the statement of work. All new equipment must conform to the manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines for installation and start-up.

2. While performing work, the contractor shall comply with the latest applicable versions of the following:

a. International Family of Codes, primarily the IBC (International Building

Code)

b. National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB)

c. Associated Air Balance Council (AABC)

d. NFPA 101 (National Fire Protection Association's Life Safety Code)

e. Federal, State and Local Building Codes, Standards and Policies

f. Local codes only if required by utility companies for service connections.

g. National Electrical Code (NEC)

h. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements

3. Additional Requirements:

a. All affected areas must be restored to their original condition from before the work began. Any damages will be fixed and repaired at no cost to the government.

4. Contractor employees, performing services under this order, shall be controlled, directed, and supervised at all times by management personnel of the contractor.

Contractor’s management staff shall ensure that employees properly comply with the performance work standards outlined in the statement of work, specifications, and contract documents. The tasks, duties, and responsibilities set forth in the Scope of Work may not be interpreted or implemented in any manner that results in any contractor employee creating or modifying Federal policy, obligating the appropriated funds of the United States Government, overseeing the work of Federal employees, providing direct personal services to any Federal employee, or otherwise violating the prohibitions set forth in Parts 7.5 and 37.1 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

14. PROJECT PERSONNEL:

Contracting Officer:

TBD

COR:

TBD

Chief of Facilities:

TBD