A04_Scope_of_Work.pdf

Upgrade the West Entrance Comfort Station Joshua Tree National Park

Scope of Work Background:

The current Comfort Station (bathrooms) and Ranger offices at the West Entrance to the park were last updated in the 1990’s. Over time and with the lack of maintenance has left the building in of state of needing repaired. The interior of the building needs;

patching of walls and painting, new tile, lights, partitions, toilets, sinks, valves and outside drinking fountains.

Work to be performed:

1. Bathrooms

a. Remove and replace toilets (4) with new low-flow Architectural Barriers

Act Accessibility Standard (ABASS) complaint American Standard or equivalent. All plumbing fixtures will use new low-flow automatic flush valves 1.28 gallon per flush.

b. Remove and replace urinals (2) with new low-flow ABASS complaint American Standard or equivalent. All plumbing fixtures will use new low-flow automatic .25 gallon per flush valves.

c. Remove and replace sinks (2) with new single center hole, low-flow ABASS complaint American Standard or equivalent. All faucet fixtures (2) will use new low-flow automatic faucet valves.

d. Install ABASS compliant guards to “P” traps under sinks.

e. Remove and replace with new ¼ turn water supply shut-off valves (1/2”

NPT x 3/8’ COMP).

f. Remove and replace with new soap dispensers (2) and mount over sink, right of faucet

g. Remove and replace with new braided stainless steel water supply lines.

h. Remove and replace with new (2) hand dryers.

i. Remove and replace bathroom stall partitions (3 in women’s) (1 in men’s plus partial partition between urinals) with doors and locks with same type and color. Other options can be submitted for review.

j. Remove and replace ABASS compliance handrails.

k. Remove and replace toilet paper dispensers (6) with new and mount according to ABASS compliance standards.

l. Remove and replace interior lights (2) in bathrooms with 12” x 48” flat panel LED lights and new timed on and off switches.

m. Remove and replace all tile on the floors and walls with same type (color and size) as currently installed. Alternative suggestions for durability, size and color can be submitted for review and approval.

n. Patch, texture, and repaint all walls and ceilings designed for bathrooms and high use areas with Sherwin Williams Navajo White Semi Gloss.

2. Ranger/Law Enforcement Office

a. Remove and replace flooring with hickory LifeProof flooring with dark brown vinyl baseboard. Two rooms, dimensions approximately 12’6” x 16’6” and 12’7” x 12’6”

b. Patch, texture, and repaint all walls and ceilings of 2 offices (not storage room) with Sherwin Williams Navajo White Eggshell. Room dimensions same as above with 8’ ceiling.

c. Remove and replace light switches (2) with motion sensor on and off switches.

3. Water fountain

a. Remove and replace current water fountain with ABASS complaint, (2) fountain head water fountain. Color to match trim of building. Photo provided for type. Alternative suggestions can be submitted for review and approval.

b. Other suggestions maybe submitted for review.

4. Building Exterior

a. Remove and replace women’s bathroom with new door and lockset with same color and type (right hand in-swing).

b. Remove and replace men’s bathroom with new door and lockset with same color and type (left hand in-swing).

c. Remove and replace staff office with new door and lockset with same color and type (double door [metal], right hand in-swing).

d. Prep exterior walls and re-stucco match current color.

e. Repair and paint fascia, match paint. Long term alternatives (metal cap on fascia) maybe submitted for review.

f. Install (2) bathroom window screens.

g. Building exterior dimensions: 31’ wide on gable ends, 30’4” on restroom front facing side, 13’7” tall on gable sides, 8’2” tall on front, 8’6” tall on back, 18” soffit surrounding building.

Other requirements:

Performance period for project is 60 days.

Work hours are 7:00 AM through 4:00 PM. Any night, weekend or holiday work must be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer.

Inspections of contract performance by Park Staff, Contracting Officers Representative (COR), will only be authorized Monday-Friday during performance period.

Due to the nature of this project, the affected Comfort Station will remain closed during the performance of the contract.

Contractor is responsible for providing (4) portable toilets with (1) being handicapped (ADA compliant) and (2) hand washing stations throughout the performance period of the contract to include weekends and holidays.

Contractor is responsible for the Servicing (Cleaning and stocking) of portable toilets and handwashing stations at a minimum of 2 times per week during the performance period.

Contractor is responsible for disposal of all materials replaced/unused off-site.

Contractor use of site:

General: Limit use of the site during the construction period to the project area limits as outlined on the attached site map. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the project area limits.

Park Entry: Vehicles associated with the contractor shall be waived entrance fees upon entering in a marked company vehicle or by providing the names of employees entering in personal vehicles. The entrance fee is waived only for the purpose of reporting directly to the specific work location. Any deviation for recreational purposes is subject to payment of required entrance fees

Site Access: The contractor shall access the project site as outlined on the attached site map. Do not drive vehicles off road or access non-project areas without permission from the Contracting Officer or park superintendent.

Park Regulations: Ensure all personnel (contractors, subcontractors, and vendors) entering or working in the park are familiar with and obey all park regulations. Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity.

No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within 25 feet of any buildings in the park. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction, and buildings under renovation. Discarding of tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

Parking: The contractor shall park vehicles and heavy equipment in designated areas for contractor use or as established at the preconstruction meeting. Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along roads or in associated overlooks / pull-outs.

Preservation of Natural Features: Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Not in the area of work.

NPS personnel

A Contracting Officers Representative (COR) will be designated by the Contracting Officer at the time of award.