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Statement of Work Bristlecone Field Office, Ely District BLM Garnet Hill Recreation Area Interpretive and Informational Signage Project

BRISTLECONE FIELD OFFICE, ELY DISTRICT BLM

Garnet Hill Recreation Area Interpretive and Informational Signage Project

STATEMENT OF WORK

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

The mission of the Bureau of Land Management is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. This acquisition is for development of interpretive and informational signage and associated kiosks. Important aspects of the project will be public education on natural and cultural resources, and general rules and regulations.

OBJECTIVE

The Bristlecone Field Office (BFO), Ely District BLM requires professional content development, fabrication and delivery of interpretive and informational signage and pedestal structures.

The objective is to provide visitors to the Garnet Hill Recreation Area and Egan Crest Trailheads and campgrounds with educational information about natural and cultural resource subjects and safety. Additionally, informational kiosks will post general rules and regulations, fee-site instructions and have maps of the rockhounding area, motorized and non-motorized trail systems.

These interpretive, informational, and trail map signs are a final component of a large-scale improvement of the recreation area.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Contractor will furnish all personnel, equipment, supervision, transportation, supplies, and incidentals, except those indicated as government-furnished, to perform all tasks as outlined in this performance work statement for a period of 01/04/2027 through 10/04/2027.

The contractor will work closely with the Contraction Officer’s Representative (COR) and BFO Resource Specialist team members as identified in each of the tasks.

BACKGROUND

The Garnet Hill Recreation Area improvement project involves large scale improvements at two popular existing trailheads, the Egan Crest Trailhead and Garnet Hill Rockhounding Trailhead. In addition, two separate overnight campgrounds/trailheads and two additional separate trail system trailheads are being added. Each trailhead/campground will have either a double or single panel large roofed kiosk (6) that will have area info, rules and regulations, fee site instructions, trail system map etc. At the Garnet Hill Rockhounding area there will be smaller pedestal mounted type interpretive signs on a variety of natural and cultural resource subjects (16) along an ADA accessible concrete sidewalk that leads down into the rockhounding area.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance will be from 01/04/2027 through 10/04/2027.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

All work will be accomplished primarily at the contractor’s office. If needed but not critical, site visits by the contractor can be scheduled, and the necessary BLM personnel could be available.

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The documents listed below will be provided by the BLM.

Standard Look for Publications

BLMNCL_VisualSystemGuidelines

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

TASK 1: CONTENT FOR ONE DOUBLE PANEL KIOSK

The larger project includes a total of 6 kiosks, however for the purpose of this contract the contractor is responsible for one of the double panel kiosks.

The contractor will create content for two (2) 48” x 48” panels that provide visitors with Recreation Area information. All content created will adhere to BLM Visual System Guidelines (look and feel, black topographic background, color bar, BLM logo).

· These two panels will be affixed to Rockart style steel frame gable roofed kiosk that has been purchased and will be installed under another contract. T-Nut insert or through hole placement template will be provided by BLM.

Example of Single and Double Rockart Style Kiosks:

Listed below are the two (2) kiosk panels with preliminary text/ideas for what is to be developed and placed on panel. This is not a complete list. Through development, there may need to be other items included.

Egan Crest Trailhead Kiosk (2 panels):

Panel 1 (48in x 48in x 3/4in thick CHPL with T-Nut inserts in back of panel or through holes):

· Text- welcome paragraph

· Text- Campground Rules and Regulations

· Text-General Safety

· Recreation symbols and text-

· Map of trailhead/campsites

· Specific Rectangular area that will have two components.

· On main sign (panel 1), a rectangular area will have general text on claiming campsite, currently free camping and have T-Nut inserts placed in face of panel to receive overlay panel.

· Overlay panel-An additional 1/8in thick panel (size to be determined by layout needed) with through holes -Fee site instructions - Scan and pay, QR code, once fee site structure is implemented, this panel will be affixed onto main sign.

Example of Specific rectangular area and overlay panel:

Panel 2

· (48in x 48in x 3/4in thick CHPL with nut inserts in back of panel or through holes):

· Text- Title- Egan Crest Motorized Trail System

· Text- Trail Yield

· Text/Recreation symbol- Too Wet Not Yet

· Text- welcome paragraph

· Recreation symbols and text- Hike, Mountain bike, Accessible Bike, Motorized (Motorcycle, ATV, UTV), Horse

· Table: of trail name, difficulty level, length, elevation loss/gain

· Map of trail system will be provided by BLM

TASK 2: CONTENT FOR 15 SMALL OVERLAY FEE SITE INSTRUCTIONS/SCAN AND PAY PANELS.

The contractor will develop and create content, for 15 small 1/8in thick CHPL panels with through holes. These panels will only be developed/created with final artwork submitted to the BLM, but they will not be fabricated. Panels will consist of artwork, text and QR code for Rec.gov Scan and Pay instructions. Panels will be approximately 6in wide x 18in tall with 6 to 8 5/16in through holes placed around perimeter. There is an existing template of artwork and text, however due to needed size and orientation of panel, some reworking or complete development may be needed.

The scan and pay instructions will be the same for each panel. Differences in each panel will be and Titles (Egan Crest, Upper CG and Lower CG) these differences may or may not include campsite #. There will be an area for a QR code left blank at this time. It will be at a future date the BLM will place the QR code onto the artwork that has been provided by the contractor.

One of the overlay panels will be affixed to the large Main Kiosk panel (identified in Task I) at the Egan Crest TH and the additional fourteen panels will be affixed to the shade structures at each overnight campsite.

Example of template artwork and text (Scan and pay instructions) for small overlay panel:

TASK 3: CONTENT FOR 16 SMALL INTERPRETIVE PANELS

The contractor will develop and create content, fabricate and deliver to BLM 16 medium sized panels that provide visitors with interpretive information. All content created may or may not need to adhere to all BLM Visual System Guidelines (look and feel, black topographic background, color bar, BLM logo). Each subject will have one sign fabricated (total of 16). Signs will be fabricated on 1/8 in thick Custom High-Pressure Laminate (CHPL).

Contractor will help decide whether use of either photos or drawn artwork (illustrations) should be used for each sign. In some instances, it may be appropriate for both. High quality drawn artwork (illustrations) may be preferred. Contractor is responsible for all procurement of photos and illustrations purchased from outside sources.

Contractor should have working knowledge of or ability to research Cultural and Natural Resource based subjects and develop draft text that will be reviewed by BLM.

Size of each sign may vary, most may be 24in tall by 36in wide but could be taller or wider depending on amount of subject matter. Signs may reach 30in tall and up to 44in wide. Final size of each panel will be determined through layout of each panel.

Listed below are subject matter for the 16 panels with preliminary text and ideas for what is to be developed and placed on panel. Through development, there may need to be other items included. Some panels have already been developed and may need minor reworking whereas others will need full development. The BLM will provide artwork for already developed panels.

During development of signs, the contractor will be working with assigned BLM Resource specialists.

1. How are Garnets Formed- BLM will provide working draft (85%) that needs finalized. Will work with Geologist on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

2. The Rock Cycle- BLM will provide finalized sign, which may need minor reworking. Will work with Rec Planner.

3. Three types of rock- Metamorphic, Igneous, Sedimentary. Needs full development, artwork and text. Will work with Geologist on text and plan for desired illustrations.

4. Formation of the Great Basin- BLM will provide finalized sign (95%), which may need minor reworking. Will work with Rec Planner on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

5. Formation of Garnet Hill- Needs full development, artwork and text. Will work with Geologist on text and plan for desired illustrations.

6. Why is the Great Basin So Dry- Have finalized sign, (95%) may need minor reworking. Will work with Rec Planner.

7. Historic Mining Overlook- Have working draft (70%) that needs help/ finalized. Will work with Rec Planner.

8. Two Trees at Garnet Hill- Have working draft (80%), may need minor reworking, possibly needs artwork created for reproduction/life cycle. Size of current sign may need increased due to adding lifecycle artwork. Will work with Rec Planner on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

9. Reptiles and Arachnids at Garnet Hill- Needs full development. Rattlesnake, gopher snake, Western fence lizard, Horny toad, Northern Scorpion, also block of text referring to difference in poisonous and venomous. Will work with Wildlife Biologist on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

10. Small Mammals at Garnet Hill- Needs full development. Pygmy Rabbit, chipmunk, Wood Rat or deer mice, long eared or pallid Bat. Will work with Wildlife Biologist on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

11. Birds at Garnet Hill- Needs full development. Blue Jay, Mountain Blue Bird, ferruginous hawk, ….. Will work with Wildlife Biologist on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

12. Matt Forming Plants- Needs full development. Have list of matt forming plants. Will work with Botanist on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

13. Plants/Forbs- Needs full development. Have list of plants and forbs to draw from. Will work with Botanist on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

14. Biocrusts and Lichen Needs full development. Will work with Botanist on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos.

15. Native American-Shoshone Language. Have preliminary list of words. Will work with Archaeologists on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos. May or may not work directly with Tribe.

16. Native American- Shoshone Culture. Will work with Archaeologists on text and plan for desired illustrations or photos. May or may not work directly with Tribe.

TASK 4: PROCURE AND DELIVER NPS STYLE TRADITIONAL EXHIBIT BASES

The contractor will procure and deliver to the BLM 16 NPS Style Traditional 45 Degree Exhibit Bases at the correct sizes for all 16 interpretive panels developed and fabricated in Task 2. The BLM is requiring this type of exhibit base for two reasons. The first reason is strength of exhibit bases resistance to vandalism. The second reason is cost of interpretive signs required for installation on this type of exhibit base is the least expensive and would reduce future replacement costs of sign panels. Required specifications are outlined and depicted below.

· NPS Style Traditional Exhibit Base- Framed to received 1/8 in thick CHPL sign panel.

· 2in by 6in posts 58in long for in ground mount, 2in by 4in cantilever arms, 1.75in frame with solid metal backing and removable top frame for inserting sign panel.

· post arms angled at 45 degrees.

· In ground mount.

· All aluminum construction.

· All components powder coated dark brown.

· Frame width and height will be determined by size of each sign panel. Sizes will vary based on final production artwork developed in Task 2.

TASK 5: DELIVER DRAFTS AND FINAL PRODUCTS

Drafts (electronic) of all products shall be provided to BLM for a 14-day maximum internal review period. Not all 16 drafts will need to be sent for review at the same time, they may be sent by the contractor individually when they are ready. There is an expectation that no more than two initial drafts and one final draft will be needed. First Draft would include draft of text and draft photos or illustrations to be used (could be in word doc). Second draft should include full sign layout of text and illustrations/photos with BLM revisions from first draft. Final draft would include all revisions made from second draft. BLM will provide comments and edits on each draft. Second draft and final products will reflect the changes and edits requested by BLM.

The BLM internal review will ensure that the information is scientifically credible, technically accurate, appropriately written for the intended audience and designed and published in a professional manner. BLM will provide in writing approval of each sign.

DELIVERABLES

Timely submission of deliverables is essential to successfully completing this requirement. Schedules for deliverables are specified below. All deliverables shall be prepared and submitted according to media, content, and schedule described in this solicitation.

Work schedule and partial payment shall be divided into four phases.

Phase I- 20% Partial Payment Kickoff meeting and all subsequent meetings and collaboration that lead to first draft of all content submitted to BLM for review and receiving approval by BLM. Payment for Phase I will be made upon approval of all first drafts by BLM.

Phase II- 20% Partial Payment All collaboration meetings and development that lead to second draft of all content submitted to the BLM for review and receiving approval by BLM. Payment for Phase II will be made upon approval of all second drafts by BLM.

Phase III- 20% Partial Payment All collaboration meetings and development involved in submitting final draft and receiving approval from BLM. Upon approval of final draft all final electronic files will be submitted to the BLM. This will include oversight and approval of sign artwork generated for approval from sign fabricator. Payment for Phase III will be made upon approval of all final drafts by BLM and submission of electronic files to BLM.

Phase IV- 40% Final Payment Delivery of actual fabricated signs and associated pedestals to the BLM. Upon delivery, the BLM will inspect all items for damage and ensure that what was delivered is what has been previously approved. Payment for Phase IV will be made upon delivery approval by BLM.

Final electronic files of each sign panel will include:

1. Production file PDF that was sent to fabricator.

2. Reduced File size adobe PDF

3. Native Adobe Illustrator file, including 0.25 inch bleed, text not outlined, file not locked and remains fully editable by BLM.

Email notifications: The contractor shall notify the BLM by emailing the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and the Points of Contact (POCs) as phases are completed. Email notifications shall also be sent when the draft and final products are electronically shared with the BLM. All deliverables shall be submitted to the POCs.

All information and data related to this project that the contractor gathers or obtains shall be both protected from unauthorized release and considered the property of the government. The contracting officer will be the sole authorized official to release verbally or in writing, any data, the draft deliverables, the final deliverables, or any other written or printed materials pertaining to this contract. Press releases, marketing material, or any other printed or electronic documentation related to this project, must not be publicized without the written approval of the contracting officer.

MEETINGS

For all meetings, the contractor shall be responsible for providing meeting materials, and administrative and facilitation support. Meetings will be conducted at either the Ely District Office, 702 N. Industrial Way, Ely NV, 89301, in the field if needed, or through an alternative method of communication (such as teleconferencing, Microsoft Teams, Zoom). It is expected that most or all meetings can be held virtually.

Within 15 business days of contract award, the Government will conduct a post-award kickoff meeting at Ely District BLM Office, Ely, Nevada or through an alternative method of communication (specific date and time to be mutually agreed-upon). All BFO Resource specialists involved would be present for introductions.

Throughout the project, it is expected that there may need to be collaborative meetings between the Contractor and Resource Specialists, which can be scheduled as needed. Most collaborative communication and or information gathering could also occur by email as needed. The Recreation Planner or Alternate would be present for all meetings and should be included in all e-mail communication and will serve as point of contact for keeping work on sign development moving forward.

At the sole discretion of the Government, intermittent project status reviews may be conducted on an informal basis (by telephone or teleconference) as approved by the Contracting Officer or the Authorized Officer.

Project status meetings will be conducted monthly for the previous month and to project activity and expenditures for the upcoming month. Meetings will be held in Ely district BLM Office or using virtual or telephone methods. The Contractor is responsible for reporting the previous month’s activities (including any risks, issues, or concerns, and actual or recommended actions for their mitigation), and projected activities for the following month.

REQUIRED TRAVEL AND OTHER DIRECT COSTS (ODCs) The principal place of performance is at the contractor’s office location(s). Travel is not required for this project, however if the Contractor thinks field trips to the Recreation Area or BFO Field office may be needed to collect information necessary to create the products, the Contractor should build and estimate travel costs for these trips into their proposed budget.

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY/EQUIPMENT/INFORMATION

The BFO Recreation Planner will provide all current completed draft sign layouts, and any draft artwork, photos, and text and associated materials that have been compiled for this project. Some signs have been already worked on and are considered final but may require some reworking, whereas other signs will require full development. The BLM will provide the Rec.gov/Scan and pay artwork/template. The BLM will be responsible for creation of the trail map but will work with contractor on design elements. These maps will be provided to the contractor in order for layout on trail map panels that will have other elements (text, artwork) created and finalized by the Contractor.

GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Ownership of Deliverables:

The Government has unlimited rights to all draft versions of document(s)/report(s)/material(s) produced under this contract. All documents and materials produced under this contract shall be Government owned and are the property of the Government with all rights and privileges of ownership/copyright belonging exclusively to the Government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the Contracting Officer (CO). All materials supplied to the Government shall be the sole property of the Government and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other Government rights.

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