SOW_899-FY24-MM-004_Rev.doc

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific Drainage Columbarium; Lookout Remodel 12/8/2023

899-M&R-FY24-006

Scope of Work

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific 2177 Puowaina Drive Honolulu, HI 96813

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:

Contractor shall provide positive Drainage in Columbarium 1-5

Remodel Existing Lookout area at Entry

1. GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK:

The Contractor shall furnish all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision to provide a drainag system at Columbarium 1-5 and Remodel Lookout Area in accordance with the scope of work, contract drawings, and per applicable standards and requirements.

Project Location: National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, 2177, Honolulu, HI 96813.

Completion Time: One hundred-eighty (180) calendar days from the date of issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP).

Cemetery Director: Jim Horton

TEL: (808) 532-3720

James.Horton@va.gov COR: Donavan Kamakini

TEL: (661) 867-2261

Donovan.Kamakini@va.gov

Project Manager: Keith Royster

TEL: (510) 637-6286

Keith.Royster2@va.gov Work in this project includes but is not limited to:

Drainage Columbarium 1-5

1. The contractor shall reworkdrainage patterns at Columbarium 1-5.

2. Remove existing concrete closure stripos and replace with drainage pipe and rock

3. Remove all flatwork and install area drains as required to prevent ponding.

4. Remove and replace main drain with new pipe connected to existing strom drain.

Remodel Sidewalk/Overlook at Front Entry

1. Remove existing outlook and reroute sidewalk around front pylon,

2. Comply with ADA requirements for ramps and sidewalks.

2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. The Contractor shall submit sample and technical specifications on all materials being used in this project and shall not proceed with any work before approval by the Project Manager and COR.

2. Before beginning any work, the Contractor shall survey the site examine the drawings, and review the scope of work to determine the extent of the work. The Contractor shall take the necessary precautions to avoid damages to existing items to remain in place, to be reused, or to remain the property of the Cemetery. Any damaged items shall be repaired or replaced at the contractor’s expense as directed by the COR.

3. Establish construction limits, install safety controls, and install construction fencing as approved by the COR.

4. Remove, cut, alter, replace, patch, and repair existing work as necessary to install new work. Existing work to be altered or extended and that is found to be defective in any way shall be reported to the COR before it is disturbed. Materials and workmanship used in restoring work shall conform in type and quality to that of the original existing construction, except as otherwise shown or specified.

5. The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs, and grass) on or adjacent to the work site not to be removed and do not reasonably interfere with the work required under this contract. The Contractor shall only remove trees when specifically authorized to do so and shall avoid damaging vegetation that will remain in place. If any limbs or branches of trees are broken during contract performance, or by careless operation of equipment, or by workmen, the Contractor shall trim those limbs or branches with a clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound as directed by the Contracting Officer.

6. The Contractor shall protect from damage all existing improvements and utilities at or near the work site and on adjacent property of a third party, the locations of which are made known to or should be made known by the Contractor. The Contractor shall repair any damage to those facilities, including those that are the property of a third party, resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in performing the work. If the Contractor fails or refuses to repair the damage promptly, the Contracting Officer may have the necessary work performed and charge the cost to the Contractor.

7. All utilities required for the continuous operation of all existing facilities shall be maintained in service at all times except when disruptions are needed. The contractor shall inform the Cemetery Director and the Contracting Officer (CO) in writing 2 weeks prior to the need shutdown. When the option exists, implement options to minimize interruption of services to the facilities.

8. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR for parking, material storage, temporary portable restroom facilities and any other needs for the work. Public access to the National Cemetery shall not be impaired.

9. Thoroughly clean up the work area at the end of each day’s work and at the completion of the project. Leave premises clean and free of waste, scrap, used equipment or other material intentionally or incidentally delivered to the site by Contractor or Contractor’s personnel.

10. Upon completion of contact, deliver work complete and undamaged. Existing materials, equipment, structures, facilities, grounds, and disturbed or removed as a result of performing required new work, shall be patched, repaired, reinstalled, or replaced with new work, and refinished and left in good condition as existed before commencing work.

11. At the Contractor’s own expense, the Contractor shall immediately restore to service and repair any damage caused by the Contractor’s workmen to existing piping and consults, wires, cables, etc., of utility services or of fire protection systems, communication systems (including telephone) which are not scheduled for discontinuance or abandonment.

12. All work will be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Only the Contracting Officer (CO) has the authority to make changes to the contract that affect price and/or time. Work will be conducted in such a manner to minimize the impact on the Cemetery operations.

13. Coordination of Construction with the COR and Cemetery Operations: The burial activities at a National Cemetery shall take precedence over construction activities. The Contractor must cooperate and coordinate with the Cemetery Director, through the COR, in arranging construction the construction schedule to cause the least possible interference with Cemetery activities in actual burial areas. Construction noise during the committal services shall not disturb the service. Trucks and workmen shall not pass through the service area during this period.

a. The Contractor is required to discontinue his work efficiently in advance of Easter Sunday, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day, and/or Federal Holidays to permit him to clean up all areas of operation adjacent to existing burial plots before these dates.

b. Cleaning up shall include the removal of all equipment, tools, materials, and debris and leaving the area in a clean, neat condition.

c. Site work will be accomplished between the hours of 8:00 and 4:30, Monday through Friday, except for Federal Holidays. Work outside of the Cemetery’s normal operating hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm shall be permitted on by approval of the COR and to only meet the Period of Performance.

3. STANDARDS OF EMPLOYEE CONDUCT:

1. The National Cemetery Administration honors veterans with a final resting place and lasting memorials that commemorate their service to our Nation. National Cemeteries are national shrines. The standards of work appearance and procedures performed by the Contractor at this cemetery shall reflect this nation’s concern for those interred there. Due to the sensitive mission of the cemetery and exhibit absolute decorum, composure, and stability all times.

2. Contractor personnel shall be required to adhere to the following standards of dress and conduct, as briefly mentioned here while performing work in the National Cemetery. These standards are enforceable under Title 38, USC, Part 1, Chapter 9, and Section 5901.

3. Clothing shall be presentable and suitable to the work while maintaining proper appearance and decorum indicative of a National Shrine. Uniform shirts and hats are preferred. Clothing shall be clean and cleanliness and personal hygiene are imperative. T-shirts and/or tank tops as outer garments are prohibited. Protective/Safety clothing and shoes shall meet or exceed OSHA and state requirements.

4. Behavior and language must be appropriate, reverent, and respectful at all times.

5. Eating and drinking (except water) is prohibited in the work areas and within the sight of a committal shelter during a service.

6. Use of intoxicating beverages, any tobacco products, and illegal drugs in the Cemetery is strictly prohibited.

7. Contractor personnel shall not lean, sit, or stand on or against headstones or monuments. No tools, equipment, or other items will be placed on or leaned on headstones or monuments.

8. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory standards of personnel conduct and work performance and shall administer disciplinary action as required. The Contractor is expected to remove any employee(s) from the Cemetery for cause, including, but not limited to, safety violations, other misconduct in the performance of duty under these specifications, and/or contrary to the best interest of the Government. If the Contractor fails to act in this regard, or the reason for removal is immediately required to protect the interests of the Government, the COR may direct the removal of an employee from the premises. Contractor objections to any such action will be referred to the Contracting Officer (CO) for final resolution; however, the Contractor will first immediately comply with COR direction pending any CO final resolution at a later date or time. The Contractor will not be due any type of compensation for the costs incurred as a result of an employee being removed for cause; unless the removal is directed by the COR and later found to be invalid or /or unreasonable by the Contracting Officer.

9. All work shall be performed in accordance with National, State, and Local Codes including the International Building Code (IBC), the International Mechanical Code (IMC), the International Plumbing Code (IPC), and the National Electrical Code (NEC).

All work shall be performed in accordance with the drawings and specifications. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to comply with all the applicable codes. The Contractor shall apply and obtain all applicable permits to comply with local, State, and Federal regulations.

4. CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

1. The Contractor shall guarantee that all work done under this contract shall be free from defaults and no faulty materials or workmanship with one (1) year warranty or extended manufacturer’s warranty. The Contractor hereby agrees to repair or replace deficiencies within the specified time frame by the direction of the Contracting Officer (CO) at the Contractor’s expense. And shall be corrected to the satisfaction of the Government.

2. The Contractor shall provide a Job Site Superintendent who speaks and writes fluent English on site, and at all times when Contractor personnel are on the premises. The Job Superintendent will:

a. Review and Approve submittals

b. Inspect the quality of work performed

c. Certify the completed work for payment and other purposes

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