140P8323Q0028_Amendment_0001_Attachment_5_Questions___Answers_6-13-2023_0001.pdf

140P8323Q0028 Conservation Treatment of Outdoor Cultural Resources

Attachment 5, Questions & Answers (6/13/2023) Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (FOVA)

The following are questions/answers to supplement the Statement of Work in the solicitation, and in some cases may provide some different information than what is stated in the Statement of

Work. Where there are differences, quoters shall make pen and ink changes in those sections in the Statement of Work with the information provided in this Q and A.

Question 1: Where is parking for loading and unloading equipment?

ANSWER: Parking will be in the Pearson Air Museum Parking lot. Parking cannot occur in the Fire Zone. In the event that the parking lot is full of visitors, on-site staff will find a suitable location for parking.

Question 2: Where are hose bibs located?

ANSWER: The closest one to the Bond statue is by the PAM employee entrance door (about

80 FT away). For Chkalov and 321st monuments, there is a hose bib located directly adjacent near the porch of the Pearson HQ building.

Question 3: Are small “donor recognition” plaques and handrails on the steps of the Chkalov

Monument part of the SOW?

ANSWER: No.

Question 4: Restroom access?

ANSWER: Public restrooms located in Pearson Air Museum may be used. This limits time work may be performed to Tuesday through Saturday, 9 AM to 4 PM.

Question 5: Will there be visitors walking by during work?

ANSWER: Yes, expect visitors to walk by and to ask questions. Contractor will need to provide barricades and secure the site.

Question 6: Can NPS ensure that grounds work that could affect site (mowing/watering) not occur during work?

ANSWER: Yes. NPS will ensure that no disruptive groundwork occurs near work location.

Question 7: Can NPS provide electricity if needed?

ANSWER: No. Contractor will need to provide a generator.