A04_SOW_1.pdf

Statement of Work

Drain Replacement and Upgrades to the West Entrance Comfort Station

Part 1: Scope/Background/Objective

1.1 Scope of Work

The contractor shall remove a portion of concrete slab (Approx. 3x7’) located in the pipe chase of the West Entrance comfort station to gain access to all plumbing that converges in the center of the pipe chase. Once the piping has been located existing pipe will be removed and replaced with pipe orientations that allow for proper cleanout of the pipes when clogs occur.

1.2 Background

The west entrance comfort station currently has an issue with the routing of pipe coming from toilets, sinks, vents, and urinals. Currently the pipes from opposite sides of the comfort station converge across from each other instead of being routed with sweeps making clog removal impossible. When a line in the men’s bathroom is being snaked it comes out of the drainpipe of the women’s side of the bathroom due to lack of directional sweeps in the plumbing. There are no sweeps in the piping that route pipe cleaning equipment towards the septic tank. Due to this flaw in piping setup, park employees have not been able to get the pipes fully cleared in over a year as there is no way to make cleanout equipment turn 90 degrees to continue with unclogging of the existing pipes.

It is believed that when a contractor conducted small tilework in the comfort station two years ago, they dumped the tile debris into the drain of the comfort station which is now clogged. This clog has prevented the pipes from draining properly which causes backups during times of heavy usage. When any water is introduced into the drain system it will backup out of the floor drains.

A scoping of the building drains in September of 2024 indicated that the piping was installed incorrectly and needed to be removed with proper piping orientations installed.

1.2 Objective

The objective of this contract is to remove the existing slab over the center of the pipe chase and dig down to locate the existing piping. The exact layout and makeup of existing piping is unknown at this time. Then the contractor will remove all required pipes and replace them with ABS pipes that connect to the septic tank’s drainpipe. The septic tank has a 4 inch drain pipe. All work will follow current ICC IBC, IPC and local codes.

The new pipe will join up with the drainpipe that empties into the septic tank. It is estimated that a section of approx. 3x7’ will need to be removed in order to dig down to the existing pipes. Backfilling of fill material and replacement of the removed slab will be conducted by park personnel.

Part 2: Contractor Tasks & Supplies

The contractor will conduct the following:

• Sawcut, jackhammer, and remove the slab inside the pipe chase of the comfort station. Enough of the slab will be removed so access can be gained to all pipes located underground within the pipe chase.

• Existing piping will be removed and corrected to ensure future cleanout is possible.

• All new piping will be installed with proper sweeps to allow for future snaking of drains to be directed towards the septic tank.

• Photos will be taken of all new work before backfilling and provided to the Buildings and Utilities Supervisor.

• After the new piping is installed, curing will be allowed to complete so the pipes can be tested for leaks.

• A third-party inspector is required to ensure planned piping follows applicable codes and will ensure all work is being conducted to code.

• The third-party inspector will submit the results of a performance testing inspection after ensuring no leaks are present.

• Verification of the above requirements will be submitted to the Buildings and Utilities Supervisor by the third-party inspector.

• Once the piping has been determined to not have leaks and the third-party inspector has approved all work the project will be considered complete

• A permit is not required for this work.

• All backfilling of fill material in the area in which the concrete slab was removed will be backfilled by park employees.

• The concrete section that was removed to gain access to piping will be repoured and finished by park employees.

Part 3: Contract End Items

Removal of concrete slab, excavation to pipe system, inspection and replacement of exiting piping located within the comfort station pipe chase. Replacement plumbing will follow current code requirements and allow for cleanout with standard plumbing equipment. All work shall be permitted through local jurisdiction and inspection date(s) and result(s) shared with NPS.

Part 4: Quote Package

The Contractor shall provide the following in the quote package.

i. PRICE SCHEDULE (lump sum). This is an evaluation factor.

ii. TECHNICAL: Provide a MAXIMUM 1 PAGE (12-point font) project narrative that demonstrates how the Prime Contractor will successfully meet the needs of the statement of work. Narrative shall include draft project schedule and describe how the Prime contractor plans to directly superintend the work during the performance of the contract until the work is completed and accepted. Project completion shall be No Later than 3/30/2025. This is an evaluation factor.

iv. KEY PERSONNEL: Please provide qualification of the Prime contractor’s onsite superintendent. Superintendent shall demonstrate experience managing quality control, safety and scheduling in accordance with the statement of work.

Superintendent shall demonstrate they have the authority to direct subcontractors on the behalf of the prime contractor and can make real time changes if there is a non-conformance issue. If the prime contractor is subcontracting the work, the technical approach shall demonstrate adherence to the SOW requirements for an onsite Prime Contractor superintendent to manage the work directly at the park location noted in the SOW. This is an evaluation factor.

Please provide a copy of the Contractor’s license of the Prime or Subcontractor.

This is a pass/fail requirement, not an evaluation factor.

Part 5: Contractor Use of Premises

The Contractor Shall always adhere to the following while working within Joshua Tree National Park.

i. The Contractor shall be identifiable with uniforms, name tags, marked vehicles, high-visibility vests, hats, or hardhats with company logo, or similar, and maintain a professional decorum and appearance.

ii. Do not drive vehicles off road or access non-project areas without permission from the contracting officer’s representative.

iii. 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.

iv. Working hours shall be 06:00-17:30 Monday through Friday, excluding Government holidays. Work outside regular hours requires approval from the contracting officer’s representative. Requests for work outside of regular hours must be submitted not-less-than two working days in advance.

v. NPS personnel will unlick and lock the building before and after contractor work times, daily.

vi. 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.

vii. Confine storage of equipment and materials to the staging / lay-down/ storage areas identified by the COR or as established at the preconstruction meeting.

viii. The contractor shall park vehicles and heavy equipment in designated areas for contractor use or as established at the preconstruction meeting.

ix. The Contractor shall keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the Government, government employees, tenants, the public, and emergency vehicles always.

x. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas and replace damaged vegetation and landscape items, at no expense to the Government.

Part 6: Period of Performance

Project shall be completed, with closed out permits, by 3/30/2025.

Part 7: Compliance

a. While performing work, the Contractor shall comply with all laws, regulations, and policies, to include, but not be limited to, the latest applicable versions of applicable federal, state and local codes.

i. Licensure: All work shall be performed by workers who hold appropriate licenses in one of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or other

US territory. Where allowed by the state issuing the license, work may be conducted by unlicensed workers provided the work is overseen by a licensed worker. The Prime or Subcontractor must be a licensed General or Plumbing

Contractor.

ii. All affected areas must be left in a clean and tidy condition. Any damages to

Government property will be fixed and repaired at no cost to the Government.

iii. All new equipment, supplies, and products must conform to the manufacturer’s instructions and guidelines.

iv. Contractor shall provide one-year labor warranty.

v. Contractor shall respond to warranty service calls within 3 calendar days.

5. ASBESTOS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

a. A survey of asbestos containing materials (ACM) is not available for this building.

There are no known ACM present.

b. The Contractor shall conduct all work that impacts asbestos or hazardous materials, including lead-based or lead-containing paint and animal droppings or carcasses according to applicable laws, regulations, and policies, and by adhering to industry best practices.

c. Impacts to known asbestos containing material, known hazardous materials, or materials reasonably expected to contain hazardous materials or animal waste shall be conducted at no additional cost to the Government.

d. Asbestos or hazardous materials not reasonably expected to be encountered shall be treated as a differing site condition.

Location of Project Site

• Location of Comfort Station is in the Village of Joshua Tree, California.

• Coordinates of comfort station

• 34° 5'35.95"N

• 116°15'53.76"W

• Comfort Station is a part of the Joshua

Tree West Entrance Station.

Overhead of Comfort Station

Septic Tank

Door to gain access to pipe chase

Pipe Chase Location inside of Building

Location of Septic Tank

Exterior View of East Side of Comfort Station

Interior View of Pipe Chase Showing Area of Concrete Needing Removal