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SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE

EMPIRE, MICHIGAN

INDEX

SECTION 1.1- SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1.1 Description of Work

1.1.2 Location

1.1.3 Site Visitation

1.1.4 Working Hours

1.1.5 Pre-construction Conference

1.1.6 Submittals and Samples

1.1.7 Completion

1.1.8 Quality Assurance

1.1.8.1 Environmental Requirements

1.1.8.2 Protection

SECTION 2.1- MATERIALS

2.1.1 Paint and Finish Products

2.1.2 Filling Compounds

2.1.3 Colors

2.1.4 Product Delivery, Storage, and Handling

2.1.5 Manufacturer

2.1.6 Materials List

2.1.7 Mixing and Tinting

SECTION 3.1- EXECUTION

3.1.1 Inspection

3.1.2 Surface Preparation

3.1.3 Application

3.1.4 Paint Schedule

SECTION 4.1- LEAD ABATEMENT

4.1.1 Introduction

4.1.2 General Provisions

SECTION 5.1- CLOSEOUT

5.1.1 Basis of Payment

5.1.2 Site cleanup

5.1.3 Final Inspection and Acceptance of Work

5.1.4 Guarantee

SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE

EMPIRE, MICHIGAN

SECTION 1.1 - SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

A. The Contractor shall provide all certifications, licensing, labor, tools, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the exterior painting of the 12 structures in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore listed on the attached location sheet.

The estimated height of the highest structure is 35 feet. The squared footage provided is ONLY an estimate.

B. General work will include:

1. Paint all exterior walls, fascia, soffit, windows, doors, frames, trim, attached decks, Handrails, gutters. Removal of all loose glazing from windows and re-glaze windows with approved glazing material.

1.1.2 LOCATION: The work is located at many locations within the Sleeping Bear

Dunes National Lakeshore. A list of the locations, addresses, estimated square footage is provided below:

Item Structure Estimated Water Address # Name SF Available

Kelderhouse Farm House 2625 no

2927 Porta Oneida RD. Glen Arbor Mi 49636

Thorsen Farm house 2860 no

3694 S. Thoreson RD Maple City Mi 49664

Thoreson equipment shed 1300 no

3694 S. Thoreson RD Maple City Mi 49664

Thoreson Corn crib 350 no

3694 S. Thoreson RD Maple City Mi 49664

Thoreson Shed 175 no

3694 S. Thoreson RD Maple City Mi 49664

Thoreson Privy 175 no

3694 S. Thoreson RD Maple City Mi 49664

Thoreson Milk House 400 no

3694 S. Thoreson RD Maple City Mi 49664

Klet /Dechow Grannery 1450 yes

3991 S Good Harbor Trail Cedar MI 49621

Klet/Dechow Brouder House 1400 yes

3991 S Good Harbor Trail Cedar MI 49621

Burfiend Machine Shed 900 no Port Onieda RD Glen Arbor MI 49636

Burfiend Grannery 1475 no Port Onieda RD Glen Arbor MI 49636

Burfiend Garage 1365 no Port Onieda RD Glen Arbor MI 49636

1.1.3 SITE VISITATION: A site visit will be scheduled at 12447 Wisniewski Rd.

Empire, MI 49630. Offerors are strongly encouraged to attend the site visit and satisfy him/her self as to the existing conditions under which he/she will be pledged to operate or that in any manner might affect the work under this Contract.

1.1.4 WORKING HOURS: the work shall not be performed on weekends or holidays, or before 8:00am or after 4:30pm, unless prior arrangements are made with the Contracting Officer.

1.1.5 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: Prior to beginning work, the Contracting Officer will arrange a meeting with the Contractor to discuss the work in general. This discussion shall include administrative matters, National Park Service policy and regulations, safety and accident prevention, questions the Contractor may have, and points that need to be resolved before the work commences. At the pre-construction conference, the Contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer with a plan of operation indicating date and information for moving and handling of materials. The Contractor shall secure approval of the plan and not deviate without permission.

1.1.6 SUBMITALS AND SAMPLES:

A. The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer’s Representative a materials list for acceptance. Acceptance must be obtained prior to delivery of materials to the site or commencement of work.

B. The Contractor shall have a State of Michigan License. A license as a residential builder or maintenance and alteration contractor in painting and decorating is required when engaging in painting on a residential or combination residential and commercial structure.

C. Colors shall match those existing on the structure, unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

D. The Contractor shall prepare at the job site square foot samples of paint colors proposed for use. Samples shall have paint applied on the same surface material as will be used in the work. Contractor shall provide the paint color mix proposed for use.

E. The Contractor shall provide a list of trained crew members, including the name, date, location of the training on the OSHA Lead Standards and use of the OSHA approved scaffolding to the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

1.1.7 COMPLETION: All work shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer’s Representative in accordance with the specifications within 45 calendar days from receipt of Notice to Proceed.

1.1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE: All work shall be accomplished in accordance with the material manufacturer’s recommendation and subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

1.1.8.1 ENVIROMENTRAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. The Contractor shall comply with the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding environmental conditions under which coatings and coating systems can be applied. Apply finish material when temperature is 35 degrees F or above, following manufacturer`s drying time. Do not apply exterior materials in damp, rainy weather. Do not apply paint on surfaces in direct sunlight.

B. The Contractor shall ensure surfaces to which coating systems are to be applied are even, smooth, sound, clean, dry, and free from defects affecting application or proper adhesion. Report defective surfaces to the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

C. All surfaces shall be dry. Paint shall be applied in dry conditions as determined by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

1. When a moisture question arises, the Contractor shall test for suitable dryness of surfaces and sub-surfaces with a moisture meter. A log documenting the exterior wood daily moisture content will be kept. Manufacturer’s recommendations for allowable moisture shall be followed. Moisture must be within limits specified.

Exterior Wood: 15 percent prior to priming, 18 percent after primer coat.

2. Allow Manufacturer’s minimum recommended drying time between applications.

D. All exterior doors, windows, storms windows, screens, walls and trim shall be cleaned prior to painting.

E. Paint shall not be applied on surfaces so hot as to prevent proper application, adhesion, or drying.

1.1.8.2 PROTECTION:

A. The Contractor shall cover or otherwise protect surfaces not being painted. Use drop cloths of adequate size to protect adjacent areas.

SECTION 2.1 – MATERIALS

2.1.1 PAINT AND FINISH PRODUCTS:

A. The term “paint materials” includes all paints, stains, enamels, varnish, sealers, thinners, etc. All paint materials shall be pure approved standard products of the highest quality of a recognized manufacturer for the type required. Each container shall be labeled by the manufacturer giving the manufacturer’s name, type of paint, color of paint, and instruction for reducing.

B. Paint products shall be fresh and well-ground; shall not settle readily, cake, or thicken in the container; shall be broken-up readily with a paddle to smooth consistency; and shall have easy application properties. Other painting materials such as linseed oil, turpentine, mineral spirits, miscellaneous thinners, varnish, and shellac shall be the highest quality of an approved manufacturer.

2.1.2 FILLING COMPOUNDS:

A. Use only high quality, non-shrink materials which have been approved. Use linseed oil wood putty for wood, joint compound for wallboard, and patching plaster or spackling compound for plaster.

2.1.3 COLORS: Match color samples submitted and approved.

2.1.4 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING:

A. Delivery of materials:

1. All paint materials, adhesives etc. shall be delivered to the job site in manufacturer’s sealed containers with labels legible and intact.

2. No materials other than the types specified or approved may be delivered to the project site. All unapproved/unaccepted materials shall be removed from the project site immediately upon instructions from the Contracting Officer’s

3. Deliver to the project site or segregate at the source of supply in advance of need so as to allow ample time for testing if required by the Contracting Officer’s

B. Storage of Materials:

1. Store only acceptable project materials on the project site. Restrict storage to paint materials and related equipment. Storage shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation.

2. Store all materials and equipment only in assigned area. Flammable materials shall be stored only at specific locations.

3. Comply with applicable Federal, State, and local health and fire regulations.

4. Protect all surfaces not to receive paint against damage. Upon completion of the project, all storage space shall be cleaned and left in a condition equal to its original condition. No dumping of waste thinner or brush cleaner on any park grounds.

2.1.5 MANUFACTURER:

A. Paint materials listed herein are the product of Sherwin-Williams Cleveland, Ohio, and require no further approval as to manufacturer or catalog number.

B. Equivalent products of Benjamin Moore, Pittsburg, and Pratt and Lambert may be used subject to acceptance by the Contracting Officer’s Representative of the materials list required to be submitted.

C. Substitution: Request for substitution of manufacturers not listed herein shall be accompanied by test reports from an approved commercial testing laboratory, at the Contractor’s expense, showing equality in weathering, hardness, wash-ability, gloss and color retention, flow, hiding, flexibility, non-yellowing and general appearance. These tests shall be conducted according to procedures set forth in Federal Specifications. TT-P-141 or American Society for Testing and Materials Specifications. Comparisons to premium line paint products of and above referenced major brand manufacturers is acceptable.

D. The Contractor shall supply and adhere to applicable Safety

Data Sheets (SDS) on all painting materials to the Contracting Officer’s

2.1.6 MATERIALS LIST: (For number of coats, refer to paint schedule, Section 3.1.4 Paint Schedule)

A. Exterior Primers and Paints/Stains Base Coat Examples:

1. Wood siding, windows, doors and trim, soffit, fascia:

a. Primer: A100 Alkyd Wood Primer.

b. Finish – Paint - Super Paint Exterior Latex Satin

c. Finish – Stain – Woodscapes Exterior Stain.

2. Ferrous Metals:

a. Primer: All Surface Alkyd Primer.

b. Finish: All Surface Enamel & Alkyd.

2.1.7 MIXING AND TINTING:

A. Thoroughly mix all paints/stains prior to application by stirring, shaking, and or boxing. If contents of more than one container are necessary for a particular application, mix all materials in strict accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. Do not thin paints from original packages. Materials of improper consistency for direct application shall be returned to the supplier.

C. Tinting shall be performed by the manufacturer/franchised dealer-distributor with calibrated tinting color measuring equipment. Legible records of such tinting shall be attached to each container, including color schedule and manufacturer’s color formulation.

D. Mix only in mixing pails placed in suitable sized nonferrous or oxide-resistant metal pans.

SECTION 3.1 – EXECUTION

3.1.1 INSPECTION:

A. Examine surfaces and finishes scheduled to receive paint for conditions that will adversely affect execution, permanence, or quality of work. Also inspect for areas which cannot be put into acceptable condition through preparatory work.

B. Do not proceed with surface preparation or coating applications until conditions are suitable.

C. Contracting Officer Representative will examine surfaces and finishes scheduled to receive paint between each application (before priming, before 1st coat of finish application and before 2nd coat of finish application.

3.1.2 SURFACE PREPARATION:

A. General:

1. Surfaces of structures have been Lead Swab Tested for lead paint. The results are that lead is present on all 12 of the structures to be painted the preparation of this structure will follow all OHSA Lead in Construction Standard (29 CFR1926) which covers the disturbance of lead in any detectable amount.

2. Surfaces shall be clean, dry, smooth, even and true-to-plane.

3. Surfaces shall be free of any material which will adversely affect adhesion or appearance of applied coating.

4. Dull glossy existing paint finishes by light sanding to assure maximum adhesion of the new coating.

5. Schedule all cleaning and finishing so that dust and other contaminants from the cleaning process will not fall on wet, newly finished surfaces.

B. Wood:

1. Scrape, brush, to remove all loose and deteriorated paint/stain to a smooth and even surface of sound paint/stain layer or to bare wood, then wipe off with mineral spirits. The use of chemical strippers must be approved in advanced by the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Power washing structures determined to have lead paint is prohibited.

2. Repair all existing wood surfaces and features. Any protruding nails shall be driven flush and tight. Any loosened woodwork such as molding and baseboards shall be re-nailed and tightened. All surfaces and joints are to be clean and smooth, all defects repaired, and all holes, cracks, splits and other openings filled with linseed-oil wood putty before priming. Putty shall be colored to match paint.

Remove all loose glazing from exterior windows and storm windows. Re-apply glazing. If windows are cracked or broken while removing glazing it is the responsibility of the contractor to fix the windows that are cracked or broken during removal of glazing. Caulk ALL siding to windows, doors and all trim. Fill openings and cracks along windows, siding, doors and trim, which will permit the entrance of water with appropriate filler.

3. Scrape and clean all small, dry, seasoned knots and apply a thin coat of white shellac or other approved sealer before application of the coat.

C. Galvanized metals:

1. Clean all surfaces thoroughly with solvent until they are completely free from dirt, oil, and grease. Remove rust, mill scale, etc., with wire brush as required.

2. Thoroughly treat the cleaned surface with all-purpose metal primer.

3. Remove all excess etching solution and allow drying completely before application of paint.

D. Metal Surfaces:

1. Remove dirt and grease with mineral spirits.

2. Remove rust, mill scale, and defective paint down to sound surfaces or bare metal using sandpaper or wire brush as necessary. If necessary, grind to remove shoulders at edge of sound paint to prevent flaws from photographing through finish coats.

3. Touch-up all spots and damage shop-coats with metal primer as directed by manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.1.3 APPLICATION:

A. General:

1. Application shall be in strict accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

Two each primer coats with two each paint coats to all paint surfaces.

2. Each coat shall be sprayed, rolled or brushed on well and worked out with brush, marks allowed. Paints/stains shall be sprayed, rolled or brush applied, if sprayed or rolled, paint/stain will be brushed out with brush marks being allowed.

3. Each coat shall be flowed on smoothly, free from sags and runs.

4. Rate of application shall not exceed average rate of coverage recommended by paint manufacturer for the type of surface involved, less then ten percent allowance for losses.

5. Comply with manufacturer’s recommendations for drying time between succeeding coats.

6. Finished coats shall be smooth, free of obvious laps or pileup of paint, and skipped or missed areas. Finished metal surfaces should be free of chips, voids, or pinholes in any coat when tested with a low voltage detector.

7. Leave all parts of moldings and ornaments clean and true to detail with no excessive amount of paint in corners or depressions.

8. Make edges of paint adjoining other materials or color clean and sharp with no overlapping.

B. Protection:

1. Furniture and other movable objects, equipment, fittings, and accessories shall be moved, protected, and replaced upon completion of a space.

2. Protect all adjoining surfaces with proper coverage (drop cloths, masking tape, and tarps). Drops cloths shall be free of holes and adequate size to cover all work.

3. Protect painting and finishing work. Correct any damage by cleaning, repairing or repainting, as directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Provide “Wet Paint” signs as necessary to protect newly painted surfaces.

C. Cleaning and Touch-up:

1. Touch-up and restore finish where damaged.

2. Remove all paint that has been spilled, splashed, or splattered on surfaces including fixtures, glass, furniture, fittings, hardware, etc. It will be removed without marring the surface finish of the item being cleaned.

D. Carefully label remaining paint/stain relative to location and type and deliver to the Contracting Officer’s Representative in sealed containers.

3.1.4 PAINT SCHEDULE: Apply the following finishes to the surface areas as designated.

A. Exterior:

1. Wood siding, windows, doors and trim.

a. Prime all wood with two coats of exterior primer.

b. All surfaces shall receive two coats of exterior paint.

2. Wood Finishes:

a. Prime all bare wood with two coats of exterior primer.

b. All surfaces shall receive two coats exterior paint over primed areas.

3. Metals:

a. Apply two coat of rust-inhibitive metal primer.

b. Apply two coats of exterior oil-base paint.

4. Masonry:

a. Prime bare metal with two coats of rust-inhibitive primer.

b. Apply two coats of oil-base paint over previously painted areas.

SECTION 4.1 - LEAD ABATEMENT

4.1.1 INTRODUCTION

This document addresses environmental, administrative and engineering controls to be undertaken by the contractor when disturbing any building component coated with paint containing lead.

4.1.2 GENERAL PROVISIONS

A. All work which disturbs surfaces that are coated with lead-based paint must be performed in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 1926.62, Lead Exposure in Construction; EPA 40 CFR Part 745 Lead. In addition, all other applicable federal, state and local codes, rules and regulations must be adhered to by the Contractor.

B. The Contractor shall be aware that Lead Based Paint has been identified within the proposed painting projects and must be familiar with the OSHA lead in construction standard and its requirements; EPA 40 CFR Part 745

SECTION 5.1 - CLOSE-OUT

5.1.1 BASIS OF PAYMENT:

A. Payment will be based on completed work performed in strict compliance with the specifications and shall constitute full compensation for all work completed and accepted.

5.1.2 SITE CLEANUP:

A. All windows, glass, window guides, and fixtures all are cleaned and free of any paint/stain splatter, spots or smears. All excess paint, buckets, rags, etc. shall be removed from the premises upon completion of the work. No dumping of paints, varnish, cleaning solvent or other materials will be permitted on the premises.

B. All rags waste and paper that might constitute a fire hazard shall be placed in metal containers or destroyed at the end of each day.

5.1.3 FINAL INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORK:

A. When all work of this contract has been completed, including cleanup and restoration, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative in writing. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will then make a final inspection. When defects, errors, and omissions disclosed by the final inspection have been corrected, acceptance will be given in writing. But until such acceptance, the Contractor will be responsible for the work of this contract. At the option of the Contracting Officer, acceptance may be given prior to the operation and use of the facility. However, in this event, final payment will be withheld until all corrections have been made.

5.1.4 GUARANTEE:

A. All work including materials, equipment, and labor performed under this contact shall be guaranteed for a minimum period of one year from date of acceptance by the Government.