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STATEMENT OF WORK - LUXURY VINYL TILE (LVT) INSTALLATION (CABINS)

PMIS 250133

Parashant National Monument, AZ

PART 1 - SCOPE OF WORK

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary to complete project.

B. Move furniture and appliances as needed to facilitate removal and installation of vinyl.

C. Remove and dispose of two layers of existing sheet vinyl flooring.

D. Refasten subfloor to floor joists to remove squeaks.

E. Remove and reinstall toilets.

F. Repair subfloor water damage in toilet areas.

G. Prepare substrate for application of new luxury vinyl tile LVT and wall base.

H. Provide and install LVT, wall base, quarter round, thresholds, and transition strips.

1.2 PROJECT LOCATION

Dellenbaugh Administrative Site, AZ

A. Work under this contract is located at the Dellenbaugh Administrative site, which is an isolated remote facility of Parashant National Monument, located on the Arizona Strip in Northwest Arizona and is approximately 90 miles south of St. George, UT at an elevation of 6200 feet.

B. The facility is accessible by a series of county maintained, unimproved dirt roads.

C. Travel time is estimated to be from 2.5 to 3.5 hours, one way, from St. George, UT

D. Facility operates seasonally (April 15 to November 15) with outdoor temperatures ranging from 15 F° to 100° F during the work season.

1.3 BUILDING(S) NAME/IDENTIFIER

A. West Cabin (Ranger/Maintenance)

B. East Cabin (Science)

1.4 BUILDING SPECIFICATIONS

A. Flooring Square Footage for Project (Approximately 2400 sq. feet in total)

1. 1196 square feet per cabin.

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B. Wall Base Linear feet Project (Approximately 400 linear feet total)

1. 200 linear feet per cabin

C. Quarter-Round - Exterior Log Walls (Approximately 250 linear feet total)

1. 125 linear feet per cabin

All measurements are approximate and should be field verified prior to submitting a bid.

1.5 BUILDING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

A. Heat – Furnace (Forced Air, Propane)

1. Cabins are unheated from mid-November to mid-April with inside temperatures reaching minus 15° F each winter.

B. Air Conditioning – None (Ceiling Fans Only)

1.6 EXISTING FLOORING CONDITIONS

A. Wood Subfloors (Installed in 1993)

B. Sheet Vinyl (2 layers)

1. Layer 1 installed – 1993. Glued to subfloor

2. Layer 2 – Installed 2010 – Glued to vinyl layer one

C. Wall Base – Vinyl – Installed 2010 (removed in 2021 to facilitate painting project)

D. Potential for some water damage to wood subfloor around toilets (estimated at < 12 sq. ft total for project)

1.7 EXISTING WALLS

A. Interior – Drywall (painted)

B. Exterior – Horizontal round log, pine 8-inch diameter

1.8 EXISTING DOORS PER CABINS

A. Double French (Opening 72 inches)

B. Exterior – 2 each (Opening 36 inches)

1.9 WORK LAYOUT

A. The government will locate with maps and photos, upon request, to identify the footprint for the project.

1.10 DRAWINGS

A. The attached construction drawings are representational, and contractors are encouraged to visit the project site to determine work conditions and measurements prior to submitting a bid.

1.11 SITE VISIT

A. A site visit is highly recommended.

B. A pre-bid site visit will be scheduled prior to the bidding process (weather permitting).

C. The site visit will be conducted by the contractor and representative of Parashant

National Monument (PARA).

D. Arrangements will be made between the park and the contractor and the contractor will pay all contractor related expenses.

1.12 NATIONAL PARK SERVICE PERSONNEL (NPS) POINTS OF CONTACT

A. Contracting officer’s representative (COR): the COR is the individual designated by the contracting officer at the time of award to be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the contract.

1. The COR for this project is the Paul Krumland, Facility Manager, Parashant NM, 435-668-0710 (mobile)

2. Alternative contact - Marty Sims, Chief Park Ranger, Parashant NM, 702-249-6773 (mobile)

1.13 SUBMITTALS

A. Samples: Successful bidder shall provide samples of the selected manufacturer’s

LVT line.

B. Manufacturer’s Literature

1. Manufacturer’s recommended installation instructions, product warranty information, and Safety Data Sheets.

C. Maintenance Materials

1. Furnish additional LVT for replacement and maintenance.

2. Furnish materials of each size, color, pattern, and type of material included in the work.

3. Furnish additional materials at the rate of 5% for each color.

1.14 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Use only skilled and experienced LVT installers for the installation.

B. If required, provide types of LVT and accessories supplied by one (1) manufacturer, including leveling, patching compounds and adhesives.

1.15 WARRANTIES

A. LVT should have a minimum 10 year limited commercial warranty.

B. Additional materials shall have minimum warranties equal to industry standards

1.16 PRODUCT DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to project site in manufacturer’s original, unopened containers with labels indicating brand names, colors and patterns, and quality designations legible and intact.

B. Do not open containers or remove markings until materials are inspected and accepted.

C. Store and protect accepted materials in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and recommendations.

D. Unless otherwise directed, allow flooring and accessories to acclimate for no less than twenty-four (24) hours prior to installation.

1.17 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Maintain temperature in space to receive flooring between 65 F and 85 F, and humidity between 35% and 65%, for forty-eight (48) hours before and after installation.

B. Use appropriate methods to prevent the spread of dust and debris to adjacent areas of the building.

C. Furniture replacement and heavy traffic should be avoided for at least 24 hours following vinyl installation.

1.18 SCHEDULING

A. Schedule resilient flooring application after the completion of other work which would damage the finished surface of the flooring.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS/ MATERIALS

2.1 FLOORS:

A. LVT (LUXURY VINYL TILE)

1. ASTM F 1700 “Standard Specifications for Solid Vinyl Tile”, Class III, Printed

Film, Type B, (embossed surface)

2. Commercial grade

3. Plank

4. Minimum wear layer thickness of .020 inch (20 mil)

5. Minimum overall thickness of 5 mm (0.197 inches)

6. Backing- non-slip/skid

7. Post installation temperature range from a minimum of minus 25° F to 110° F.

8. LVT product must have a temperature rating that meets or exceeds the post installation temperature range of minus 25° F to 110° F to be acceptable.

B. Construction

1. Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) layered product

a. Urethane wear layer (aluminum oxide or acrylic)

b. Decorative printed film layer

c. Backing (synthetic or cork)

C. Plank Size – 7-inch x 48 inch

D. Install: Loose lay

E. Acceptable Manufacturer

1. COREtec

F. Product Line Option

1. COREtec Pro Plus

a. Flooring Type – Engineered Vinyl Plank

b. Construction – SPC

c. Overall Thickness - 5 mm

d. Plank size - 7” x 48”

e. Temperature Range - minus 25° F – 155° F

f. Underlayment – Cork 1 mm

g. Finish - UV acrylic

h. Collection - COREtec Pro Plus Enhanced HD

1. Color: Stonewall Pine (VV489-02755) or Gatehouse Oak (VV489- 02757)

i. Collection – COREtec Pro Plus Enhanced

1. Color: Portchester Oak (VV492-02003)

G. Final collection and color to be selected by NPS COR.

2.2 WALL BASE:

A. Conform to ASTM F1861 – Resilient Wall Base: Type TS (rubber, vulcanized thermoset) Style B (coved – with toe,) Group 1 (solid homogenous).

B. Wall base specifications: 4-inch-high, minimum 3.175 mm (1/8 inch) thick, pre-molded, cove style with standard toe, rounded top wall base, and job formed corners.

C. Acceptable Manufacturers – Flexco (Wallflowers), Tarkett / Johnsonite (Baseworks TS), Roppe (Pinnacle) or equivalent.

C. Color to be selected by NPS COR.

2.3 TRIM AND MOLDINGS

A. Conform to ASTM F1861 – Resilient Wall Base: Type TS (rubber, vulcanized thermoset) or Type TP (rubber, thermoplastic)

B. Provide molding that color matches or coordinates with installed LVT.

1. Quarter Round:

a. COREtec Enhanced .71" x .71" x 94" Quarter Round

b. COREtec Pro Plus .71" x .71" x 94" Quarter Round

c. Shaw, Paragon .63" x .63" x 94" Quarter Round, 12 colors)

d. Acceptable manufacturers: Shaw, COREtec (US Floors), Mannington

2. Threshold:

a. Conform to ASTM F1861 – Resilient Wall Base: Type TS (rubber, vulcanized thermoset) or Type TP (rubber, thermoplastic)

i. COREtec Pro Plus .39" x 94" Baby Threshold, 12 colors

ii. COREtec Enhanced .4" x 1.37" x 94" Baby Threshold, 24 colors

iii. Shaw Paragon 1.4" x 94" Baby Threshold, 12 colors

3. Acceptable manufacturers: Shaw, COREtec (US Floors)

C. Color to be selected by NPS COR.

2.4 ADHESIVES

A. Provide adhesives for flooring, base and accessories as recommended by the manufacturer for temperature ranges of minus 25° to 155° degrees F and comply with federal indoor air quality standards.

B. Submit manufacturer's descriptive data, documentation stating physical characteristics, and mildew and germicidal characteristics.

2.5 SURFACE PREPARATION MATERIALS

A. Provide surface preparation materials, such as panel type underlayment, lining felt, and floor crack fillers as recommended by the flooring manufacturer for the subfloor conditions.

B. Provide type and brands of adhesive as recommended by manufacturer of covering material for the conditions of the installation.

C. Primer shall by type and brand recommended by floor covering manufacturer.

D. Trowelable Leveling and Patching Compounds: recommended by floor tile manufacturer for applications indicated.

2.6 POLISH/FINISH

A. Provide polish finish as recommended by the manufacturer and conform to ASTM

D4078 for polish.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 REMOVAL OF TWO LAYERS OF SHEET VINYL

A. Manufacturer’s installation instructions for COREtec Pro Plus LVT requires that existing sheet vinyl flooring not exceed more than one layer in thickness.

B. Remove both layers of existing sheet vinyl using industry recommended practices for fully adhered or peripherally adhered resilient sheet flooring.

3.2 REMOVAL OF TOILETS

A. Remove toilet.

B. Remove vinyl and/or underlayment to inspect subfloor under toilet for water damage.

C. Check for mold/fungi.

D. Determine extent of water damage and best method of repair.

3.2 REPAIR SUBFLOOR DAMAGE AROUND TOILETS

A. Remove affected/damaged wood as required.

B. Kill mold/fungus if present with a solution of hydrogen peroxide and vinegar.

C. Replace subfloor with suitable wood material.

3.3 RESET TOILETS

A. Install new flooring up to the toilet mounting ring.

B. Remove and replace wax toilet ring.

C. Replace toilet mounting bolts.

D. Caulk toilet directly to the floor using 100% clear silicone caulk.

3.4 SUBFLOOR REFASTENING

A. Identify locations of squeaky wood subfloor prior to installing new LVT.

B. Repair squeaky wood subfloor from above using the Squeak-No-More System or other method that eliminates squeaks.

3.5 EXAMINATION / INSPECTION OF SURFACES

A. Examine and verify that underlayment surface is free of irregularities and substances that may interfere with adhesive bond or show through surface and verify that site conditions agree with the design package.

B. Report all conditions to the COR that will prevent a proper installation.

C. Do not take any corrective action without permission from the COR.

D. Work will proceed only when conditions have been corrected and accepted by the installer and COR.

E. Submit manufacturer's printed installation instructions for all flooring materials and accessories, including preparation of substrate, seaming techniques, and recommended adhesives.

3.6 SURFACE PREPARATION

A. Provide a smooth, true, level plane for surface preparation of the flooring, except where indicated as sloped.

B. Floor to be flat to within 3/16" in 10' or 1/8" in 6'.

C. Prepare subfloor in accordance with flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions.

D. Install underlayments, when required by the flooring manufacturer, in accordance with manufacturer's recommended printed installation instructions.

E. Comply with ASTM F1482 for panel type underlayments.

F. Remove paint, varnish, oils, release agents, sealers, waxes, and adhesives, as required by the flooring product in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions.

3.7 INSTALLATION OF LVT

A. Install LVT using floating installation method.

B. Install flooring and accessories in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions

C. LVT flooring exposed to temperature above 140° F (60° C) or is exposed to temperatures below 32° F (0° C) must be installed using the floating method to maintain warranty coverage.

D. Lay tile parallel to room axis in straight courses.

E. Lay tile with grain or pattern running in same direction.

F. Keep tile lines and joints square, symmetrical, tight, and even.

G. Keep each floor in true, level plane except where slope is indicated.

H. Vary edge width as necessary to maintain full-size tiles in the field, no edge tile to be less than one-half the field tile size, except where irregular shaped rooms make it impossible.

I. Cut border tile neatly and accurately to fit within 1/64” of abutting surfaces.

J. Undercut all door jambs.

K. Cut flooring material to fit neatly and tightly into breaks, recesses, against bases, around penetrations, under saddles and thresholds, and around permanent cabinets and equipment.

L. Cut, fit, and scribe edge tile to walls and partitions after field flooring has been applied.

M. Install thresholds and transition strips where needed.

3.8 INSTALLATION OF BASE (no base along exterior log walls)

A. Install wall base in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions.

B. Install base around perimeter of room or space.

C. Unroll base material and cut into accurate lengths, as desired, or required for minimum number of joints.

D. Match edges at all seams or double cut adjoining lengths.

E. Install with tight butt joints with no joint widths greater than 1/64”.

F. Do not install base behind casework.

G. Prepare and apply adhesives in accordance with manufacturer's printed directions.

H. Tighten base joints and make even with adjacent resilient flooring.

I. Roll entire vertical surface of base with hand roller, and press toe of base with a straight piece of wood to ensure proper alignment.

J. Avoid excess adhesive in corners.

3.8. INSTALLATION OF QUARTER ROUND TO EXTERIOR LOG WALLS

A. Trim quarter round, if required, to allow proper fitment and an adequate fastening surface between log wall and floor surface.

B. Molding must be pre-drilled to avoid splitting whenever they are to be secured with nails or fasteners.

C. Install in accordance with written manufactures instructions for brad nailing.

D. Fasten directly to log walls avoiding the perimeter expansion zone and LVT flooring

E. Use color coordinated putty to fill the countersunk nail heads.

3.9 INSTALLATION OF THRESHOLDS

A. Install in accordance with written manufactures instructions

B. Molding must be pre-drilled to avoid splitting whenever they are to be secured with nails or fasteners.

C. Fasten in such a manner as to avoid the perimeter expansion zone and LVT flooring.

3.10 APPLICATION OF ADHESIVES

A. Mix and apply adhesives in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

B. Provide safety precautions during mixing and applications as recommended by adhesives manufacturer.

C. Apply adhesive uniformly over surfaces.

D. Remove adhesive which dries or films over.

E. Do not soil walls, bases, and adjacent areas with adhesives.

F. Promptly remove any spillage.

3.11 CLEANING

A. Immediately upon completion of installation of base in a room or an area, dry and clean the flooring and adjacent surfaces to remove all surplus adhesive.

B. Clean flooring as recommended in accordance with manufacturer's printed maintenance instructions and within the recommended time frame.

C. As required by the manufacturer, apply the recommended number of coats and type of polish and finish in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

3.12 PROTECTION

A. From the time of installation until acceptance, protect flooring from damage as recommended by the flooring manufacturer.

B. Remove and replace flooring which becomes damaged, loose, broken, or curled and wall base which is not tight to wall or securely adhered.

PART - 4.0 REQUIREMENTS

4.1 SITE PREPARATION AND CLEANING UP

A. The Contractor shall, always, keep the work area, including storage areas, free from accumulations of waste materials. Work areas will be cleaned-up and debris will be bagged and placed in trash bags daily.

B. Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall remove from the site all paint cans, containers, debris and protective coverings, rubbish, tools, scaffolding, equipment, and other materials, that are not the property of the Government.

C. The Contractor shall leave the area in a clean, neat, and orderly condition that is satisfactory to the COR.

D. Unsightly materials and debris including excess materials, garbage, and equipment should be removed as required; while materials should be scheduled for delivery only as required for immediate use.

E. All micro trash generated outside the buildings will be picked up and disposed of in trash bags daily.

4.2 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY

A. The contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, materials, supplies, and equipment and shall plan, schedule, coordinate, and assure effective completion of all work described herein.

B. Contractor is to provide all materials and equipment necessary to provide a complete project even if not specifically mentioned or listed within these documents.

C. Insufficient information or description of materials or labor, which prevent the acceptance of these drawings and specifications as adequate to complete the work, must be reported to the government representative, in writing, prior to submitting a bid.

D. Listing exclusion in the bid response does not meet this criterion.

E. The park and contractor will agree on timelines and delivery of final products.

F. The contractor will provide their own portable restrooms and hand wash stations, to be located on the job site, including delivery, cleaning, resupply, and removal.

4. 3 COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS

A. All work, including contact with and handling of hazardous materials/wastes, the disturbance or dismantling of structures containing hazardous materials and/or the disposal of hazardous materials/wastes shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1926, 40 CFR 260-265, and 40 CFR 61.

B. All work shall comply with applicable state and municipal safety and environmental requirements. Where there is a conflict between applicable regulations, the most stringent shall apply.

C. The Contractor is responsible for removal and cleanup of all materials not consumed during the performance of this contract.

D. Any hazardous material used or created during the performance of this contract is the responsibility of the Contractor and must be removed from the site at the Contractors expense.

4.4 CONTRACTOR ON-SITE REPRESENTATION

A. The contractor shall provide in writing to the Contracting Officer and Contracting

Officer’s Representative (COR) the name, telephone number and address of the contractor’s on-site representative (working supervisor).

B. The term “on-site representative” means a person designated in writing by the contractor who has the authority to act for the contractor on a day-to-day basis at the work site and to accept and sign for inspection reports and all other correspondence on behalf of the contractor.

C. The on-site representative must always be available when the contract work is in progress.

D. The contractor must provide the name of qualified substitute on-site representatives that will fill in when the primary on-site representative is not available.

E. All on-site representative personnel engaged in directing the work to be accomplished under this contract shall possess an acceptable level of experience and knowledge to carry out the terms of this contract.

F. The on-site representative must have the ability to communicate in real time with the contractor, contracting officer, and vendors via satellite phone or similar real time device.

4.5 WORK STANDARDS AND QUALIFICATIONS

A. This Statement of Work requires the awarded contractor to provide qualified tradesmen to accomplish each varying trade discipline requirements.

B. Contractor will provide all necessary labor to complete entire scope of work as outlined in this document.

C. All work shall be completed and performed in accordance with the best practices of the trade and in compliance with all-applicable state and local codes.

4.6 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. The Dellenbaugh Administrative site is not open to the public.

B. Access gate will always remain closed except while entering and exiting the site.

C. At the discretion of the COR, the contractor may be provided keys to the access gate and/or cabins.

4.7 NPS PERSONNEL – UTILIZATION OF SITE DURING CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES

A. Essential NPS personnel will have 24-hour access to lodging and other facilities during the duration of the contract period.

B. Maintenance personnel including the COR will be occupying the administrative site lodging facilities on a weekly basis.

C. Law enforcement personnel will occupy lodging as required.

4.8 HOURS OF WORK:

A. Monday – Friday 7 am – 7 pm MDT.

B. Some work may be scheduled for after hours or weekend on an as needed basis upon approval of the COR and Contracting Officer

4.9 UTILITIES:

A. Water - available.

B. Electricity (120 Volts) – available.

C. Septic – limited availability.

D. Cellular Service – not available.

E. Internet/WiFi – not available.

F. Refrigeration/Cold Storage – not provided

G. Showers – not provided

4.10 SAFETY:

A. Safety is the highest priority on all US government contracts.

B. The contractor shall direct all of those under his charge to work safely.

C. The contractor shall ensure and maintain the site is clean and rubbish removed upon completion of installation and commissioning.

4.11 SAFETY MEETING:

A. The Contractor’s on-site Representative and Project Manager shall meet with the CO or his/her representative(s) prior to the start of work under this contract for the purpose of reviewing the Contractor's safety and environmental programs and discussing implementation of all safety and environmental provisions pertinent to the work to be performed under the contract.

B. The Contractor shall be prepared to discuss, in detail, the measures he/she intends to take to control any unsafe or unhealthy conditions, disposal of waste, and control releases to the environment associated with the work to be performed under the contract.

C. The level of detail for the safety meeting is dependent upon the nature of the work and the potential inherent hazards.

4.12 EMERGENCY REPORTING

A. The contractor is responsible to notify the COR whenever the contractor becomes aware that building, equipment, or systems, are not functioning or in need of NPS attention.

B. Fire system concerns must be reported immediately to the COR. In the case of fire, medical, safety or emergency, the contractor shall immediately report the incident to the COR.

4.13 PROTECTION TO PUBLIC AND PROPERTY

A. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent injury to the public, building occupants, or damage to property of others.

B. For the purposes of this contract, the public or building occupants shall include all persons not employed by the Contractor or a subcontractor working under his/her direction.

C. The following shall also apply when applicable:

1. Storing, positioning or use of equipment, tools, materials, scraps, trash, and furniture in a manner likely to present a hazard to the public or building occupants by its accidental shifting, ignition, or other hazardous qualities is prohibited.

2. No corridor, aisle, stairway, door, or exit shall be obstructed or used in such a manner as to encroach upon routes of ingress or egress utilized by the public or building occupants, or to present unsafe or unhealthy conditions to the public or building occupants.

3. Work shall not be performed in any area occupied by the public or building occupants unless specifically permitted by the contract or the COR and unless adequate steps are taken for the protection of the public or Federal employees.

4. When work is to be performed over a public thoroughfare such as a sidewalk, lobby, or corridor, the thoroughfare shall be closed, if possible, or other precautions taken such as the installation of screens or barricades.

PART 5 – SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

5.1 SITE

A. The Dellenbaugh Administrative site is an isolated, remote location.

B. There is no cellular, landline, cable, or public internet service at the

Dellenbaugh Administrative Site.

C. There are no medical facilities within the area, with the closest medical facilities being 90 miles away via the road system.

D. There is no vehicle maintenance services or fuel available at the site.

E. There are no other amenities located in the area including lodging, grocery stores, entertainment, restaurants, etc.

F. All food and fuel must be transported to the site by and at contractor’s expense.

G. Lodging or camping is not available at the Dellenbaugh Administrative site.

1. Contractor will provide own lodging (trailer, motorhome, tent).

2. Dispersed Recreation Camping is available on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands near the job site.

a. There are no services such as water, electricity, sewer connection, internet, trash pickup or tables provide in dispersed camping areas.

b. Camping permitted only in pre-existing, disturbed areas.

c. COR will identify and assist in locating suitable campsite locations.

d. Follow Leave No Trace guidelines.

d. A portable toilet and hand wash station, provided by and serviced by, the contractor, is required at the camping location unless the recreational vehicle used for lodging has adequate wastewater storage (black and gray water).

e. Draining of gray water directly to the ground is prohibited.

f. There is no dump station at the Dellenbaugh Administrative Site.

g. The contractor will not have access to government appliances (microwave oven, range, refrigerators, freezers) nor facility amenities (showers, toilets) during the duration of the project.

5.2 ROAD CONDITIONS

A. Access to the work site is by unimproved, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Mohave County, AZ maintained roads.

B. The condition of the roads varies depending on the time of year and can be in fair to poor condition.

C. High clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for travel to and from the job site

D. It is recommended that vehicles be equipped with load range E tires designed for off-pavement use.

E. It is recommended that vehicles carry a second spare tire, a tire plug kit and an air compressor as flat tires are a common occurrence while traveling in the area.

F. Due to the sheer size of the region and the number of roads, it is not possible to provide updated travel conditions on the Arizona Strip after rain or snow events.

G. Expect all roads to be impassible for a period after wet weather.

H. During the summer monsoon season (June - September), plan travel before 1 pm to avoid thunderstorms.

I. Range cattle as well as other wildlife may also be encountered on the roads and caution is advised.

5.3 COMMUNICATION

A. Cellular telephone coverage is limited to a few sporadic locations on the Arizona Strip.

B. Cellular telephone signal booster may improve cellular service.

C. Because of the remoteness of the area, a satellite phone is required for real time communication between the on-site supervisor and the contractors home office, suppliers, or other personnel. A Satellite Messenger device such as a Garmin InReach is also highly recommended for communication.