A04_BLRI-SOW-PIV_Replacement-Vinton_Va.pdf

BLRI December 1, 2025

BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY

199 Hemphill Knob Road

Asheville, NC 28803

Replacement of defective 8-foot Post Indicator Valve (PIV) on the Fire Suppression System at the Vinton Maintenance Facility

PROJECT MANUAL

Summary of Work

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

STATEMENT OF WORK

Replacement of defective 8-foot Post Indicator Valve (PIV) on the Fire Suppression System at the

Vinton Maintenance Facility

Blue Ridge Parkway

199 Hemphill Knob Road

Asheville, NC 28803

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. This contract provides for the removal and replacement of an 8-foot post indicator valve (PIV), which is a necessary component for the function of the fire suppression system. This (PIV) controls the main source of water to the Vinton Maintenance Facility Building in the event of a fire. The facility and PIV are located within the boundaries of the Blue Ridge Parkway (BLRI).

1. The building is a single-story office/sign shop used for manufacturing signage, maintenance operations and office space.

2. The building will be occupied during this contract, and all work will be located on the Blue Ridge Parkway property or on the exterior of the building.

B. The contract work includes:

Base Work:

1. Schedule a site assessment prior to work being conducted.

2. Contractor is responsible for scheduling a utility survey with Roanoke County Va.

3. Perform complete Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) on the water system.

4. Remove and dispose of existing post indicator valve.

5. Provide and install new post indicator valve.

6. Remove the defective post indicator valve and piping.

7. Install the new post indicator valve.

8. Ensure all piping is tightened and lined back up.

9. Return water pressure to the system & verify there are no leaks. This includes the entire fire suppression system

10. Confirm proper system water pressure.

11. Fill, grade, and level all disturbed area to match the surrounding areas. Seed disturbed areas with a BLRI grass seed mix using broadcast seeding. (SEE MIXTURE BELOW) PART 6

12. Clean up all tools and the work area.

13. Verify Operation.

C. All work will be performed under a single contract.

D. Work and materials shall adhere to the following mitigations:

1. Replacement parts should be new and not refurbished.

2. New parts must be compatible with current Fire Suppression System and must be approved by COR before installation.

3. Materials shall be stored at work location.

4. Must follow OSHA guidelines for underground work being performed.

5. All work must be completed by January 31, 2026.

1.02 LOCATION AND ACCESS

A. The project site is located at 2551 Mountain View Rd. Vinton VA, 24179.

1.03 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED ITEMS

A. The Contractor shall furnish all necessary supervision, personnel, equipment, transportation, materials, and incidentals required to complete the contract requirements.

B. Contractor shall provide proof of liability insurance for all personnel working in completion of this project.

1.04 WORK CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS

A. FACILITY USE

1. There are open restrooms within walking distance of work location.

B. REQUIRED PERFORMANCE PERIOD

1. Work performance period is to be determined; all work shall be performed Monday through Friday between 7

AM – 4:30 PM.

2. All work must be completed prior to January 31, 2026

C. CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

1. Confine on-site material storage, equipment and vehicle parking, and staging to paved parking areas or other areas specifically designated by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

2. Keep job site clear of trash and debris. Dispose of any trash, debris and other unusable material legally at authorized facilities on non-Federal land.

D. FIELD VERIFICATION

1. The measurements and quantities specified are estimates and provided for information only. The Contractor must verify all locations, dimensions and conditions affecting the work.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All proposed materials and methods must meet or exceed the current local, state, and federal codes, standards, and regulations applicable to the contract work.

B. All personnel performing work shall be fully qualified and experienced in the type of work they will execute.

1.06 WARRANTIES

A. All components: Minimum 1-year warranty against defects. Provide a minimum 5-year warranty for workmanship.

B. Prior to beginning work, report to the COR any conflict in warranty requirements, work scheduling or material availability before proceeding with the work.

1.07 MATERIAL HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to the job site as per COR instructions. Comply with all manufacturers’ recommendations for storage, protection and handling.

PART 2 - MATERIAL

2.01 GENERAL

A. Use new materials except as otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

2.02 REQUIRED SUBMITTALS AND APPROVALS

A. LIST OF REQUIRED SUBMITTALS

1. Contractor Liability Insurance

2. Warranty Information

B. CHANGES TO MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Any proposed changes by the Contractor to the construction materials shall be submitted in writing to the

COR

PART 3 - EXECUTION OF WORK

3.01 GENERAL

A. SERVICE INTERRUPTION

1. Indicate by work schedule expected periods of construction to avoid conflict with operations.

B. SITE INVESTIGATION

1. The Contractor is responsible for investigating site conditions in the vicinity of the required work for any hazards or obstacles which may increase time or cost of the work.

C. CHANGES TO CONSTRUCTION METHODS

1. Any proposed change by the Contractor to the specified construction methods and manufacturer’s instructions must be submitted in writing to the CO along with the justification for the proposed change.

Approval from the CO is required for changes in specified construction methods.

D. PROTECTION OF WORK SITE

1. Work site is not protected and is open with no fencing.

2. Maintain the work area and approaches clean and free from trash and debris to reduce interference with ongoing maintenance operations.

3. Provide a safe bypass for NPS employees, and contractor’s personnel.

3.02 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. CLEANUP

1. Remove all tools, equipment, excess materials, construction debris, and trash from the project site. Leave project site clean and ready for use at the time of final inspection.

2. Legally dispose of all excess and unusable materials at authorized disposal facilities.

B. FINAL INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

1. When all work including any site restoration and cleanup has been completed, the Contractor shall contact the COR to arrange the final inspection.

2. The Contractor shall be notified of any deficiencies found during the final inspection. After all deficiencies have been corrected and all required closeout submittals have been forwarded to the COR, the CO will issue a letter of final acceptance and request the release of claims.

C. CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Provide to the COR the following closeout submittals and any other closeout submittals required by the CO:

1. Cut-Sheet Binder: Submit one binder with all manufacturer product information and cut-sheets for all materials installed under this contract. Label binder with project title and include one “contents” page.

PART 4 – PAYMENT

1. Final payment shall be processed upon confirming all noted contractor performance deficiencies have been satisfactorily corrected.

PART 5 – POC’s

1. Project COR will be Jordan Hatfield, Maintenance Supervisor, Blue Ridge Parkway, Cell: 540-589- 0397, Email: Jordan_Hatfield@nps.gov

2. Alt POC William Hooks, Maintenance Mechanic, Blue Ridge Parkway, Email: Mark_hooks@nps.gov

PART 6 – Attached Documentation:

1. Broadcast Seeding

Seed Mix Designs for September 1 to March 1

Hydroseeding Mix Design for Elevations Above 2,500 Feet

Name of Seed

Shaulders/Ditches Slopes

Lbs/Acre Lbs/1000 Lbs/Acre Lbs/1000

Fescue, chewings 65 1-1/2 38 7/8

Fescue, K31 27 5/8 76 1-3/4

Winter rye grain

(Dec. 1-Feb. 15)

* - For Broadcast Seeding, multiply the above mix design rates by 1.5.

Hydroseeding Mix Design For Elevations Below 2,500 Feet

Name of Seed

Shoulders/Ditches Slopes

Lbs/Acre Lbs/1000 Lbs/Acre Lbs/1000

Fescue, chewings 76 1/3/4 76 1-3/4

Fescue, K31 65 1-1/2 65 11/2

Winter rye grain

(Dec. 1-Feb. 15)

* - For Broadcast Seeding, multiply the above mix design rates by 1.5.