A04_STEA_-_K2_Pyle_Generators_-_SOW.docx

Steamtown National Historic Site 150 South Washington Ave.

Scranton, Pa. 18505

STATEMENT OF WORK

Prepared by Brian Reklaitis (570) 507-2254, brian_reklaitis@nps.gov

1.0 SCOPE: This Statement of Work (SOW) defines the scope of service related to maintenance of Pyle National K2 steam turbine generators.

1.1 BACKGROUND: This project/contract shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items necessary to perform the maintenance and service of Pyle National K2 steam turbine generators as stated in this Statement of Work and specifications. The contractor shall perform as to meet or exceed NPS Standards and Specifications in this contract.

Steamtown National Historic Site (STEA) operates and maintains a live railroad yard, showcasing live, coal-fired steam locomotives, restored cabooses, freight cars and railroad coaches. Rail traffic, consisting of but not limited to passenger yard shuttles, mainline excursions, and commercial freight, that operates regularly throughout yard. The 52-acre site also hosts active Locomotive and Restoration Shops, a Visitor Center, History and Technology Museums, a 250-seat Theater and a fully operating Roundhouse and Turntable.

The work required by this contract shall be performed in accordance with federal, state, local codes, and this Scope of Work (SOW). The Contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, material, supplies, repair parts, tools, and equipment, and shall plan, schedule, coordinate and ensure effective and economical work and services specified in this contract.

Work shall be carefully planned and carefully performed so that no damage is done to the building, vehicles, equipment, and electrical lines and equipment, etc. Access to the grounds will be allocated to the contractor for the delivery of material, tools and equipment to the grounds as arranged through STEAMTOWN.

1.2 PROJECT PERSONNEL:

a. Contracting Officer: (insert CO)

b. Project Manager: Aaron Sweetwood

c. Contracting Officer Representative (COR): Aaron Sweetwood

1.3 PERFORMANCE PERIOD: This contract shall have a 180 days performance period. Access to the area will be coordinated with the customer during the pre-construction meeting after contract award.

1.4 CONTRACTOR WORK HOURS: NA

1.5 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: The Contractor shall accrue Liquidated Damages at a rate of $ NA per day, for work that begins each day after the performance period has expired, in which work is not substantially complete.

1.6 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1.6.1 The Contractor shall provide material submittals identified below in Section 2.3 for review/ approval after award and prior to starting work. Information shall be sent via email to the COR at aaron_sweetwood@nps.gov

1.6.2 The Contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, material, supplies, parts, tools, and equipment and shall plan, schedule, coordinate, and ensure effective and economical work for services specified below. Work shall be performed in accordance with federal/state/local codes, and this SOW.

1.7 SECURITY: The Contractor shall follow local security procedures set forth by NPS and on-site security procedures.

1.7.1 The Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) requires all United States Federal contractors who will be working on a federal contract and require routine access to government facilities (owned or leased) and/or information technology systems to successfully complete a background investigation check. See section 1.18 for additional information.

1.7.2 Local security procedures for this facility may require advanced screening and additional clearance requirements. Instructions on how to obtain additional clearances will be provided to the contractor upon award.

1.8 WARRANTY:

1.8.1 In addition to any other warranties in this contract, the Contractor shall warranty material, equipment, and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of final acceptance.

1.8.2 The Contractor will remedy, at the Contractor’s expense, any failure to conform to specifications and/or any defect discovered in provided products and services. Additionally, any damage done by the Contractor to the steam turbine generators during performance of this work shall be repaired in a timely fashion and without additional cost to the government.

1.9 PRE-CONSTRUCTION (PRECON) MEETING: The Project Manager will arrange to meet the contractor after Notice to Proceed is issued to discuss details of the work and potential or existing problem areas. It is emphasized that the purpose of the meeting is not to change or alter the provisions of the contract, but to ensure a safe and successful project.

1.10 SAFETY:

1.10.1 Representatives of the Contractor shall meet with the contracting officer and his/her representative(s) prior to the start of work under this contract for the purpose of discussing in detail the measures he/she intends to take to control any unsafe or unhealthy conditions associated with the work to be performed under the contract, and type of protective equipment and work procedures to be used.

1.10.2 The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during the execution of work and shall hold the Government harmless for any action on its part or that of its employees or subcontractors, which results in illness or death.

1.10.3 The Contractor shall provide all necessary safety equipment and ensure that such equipment and all relevant safety procedures are adequate for the job being performed and are utilized properly.

1.11 FACILITY PROTECTION: NA

1.12 WORKMANSHIP AND REQUIREMENTS:

1.12.1 Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to health and safety of personnel during the execution of work.

1.12.2 Accident Reporting: A copy of each accident report, which the Contractor or subcontractor submits to their insurance carriers, shall be forwarded to the Contracting Officer as soon as possible, but in no event later than seven (7) calendar days after an accident occurred.

1.13 BUY AMERICAN ACT:

1.13.1 The Buy American Act (41 U.S.C. 10a-10d) generally requires that only domestic construction material be used in the performance of this contract.

1.13.2 When only foreign-made materials are available to satisfy a specification requirement, the contractor shall identify / report the foreign-made material to the Project Manager with documentation that the material or item is not domestically available. Reliable evidence shall be furnished justifying use of additional nondomestic construction materials.

1.14 TASK ORDER OBJECTIVES: The successful bidder must perform all professional services as necessary to provide a complete project including, but not limited to, the requirements outlined in this Scope of Work, the contract details and any future amendments in order to satisfy the Project and Task Order Objectives. The successful bidder must thoroughly research the project requirements, including but not limited to, inspecting the steam turbine generators to familiarize themselves with the existing conditions. The contractor assumes the responsibility to verify existing condition of the steam turbine generators.

1.15 SUPERVISION AND INSPECTION: The Contractor shall furnish proper supervision on the job. The CO or the COR, at their discretion, shall send a representative to inspect the work as it progresses. Any unsatisfactory work shall be promptly corrected and made acceptable to the Government at the Contractors expense.

1.16 RESTRICTIONS:

1.16.1 Government Property. The Contractor will not use any government equipment or resources to complete this contract except for government provided Pyle National K2 steam turbine generators.

1.17 PROTECTION & DAMAGES: The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary for the protection of Government personnel and equipment from damage caused by Contractor's negligence. Equipment damaged due to work performed by the Contractor or their sub-contractor shall be repaired or replaced to their original condition by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government. Costs for correcting damage caused by the Contractor will be borne by the Contractor.

1.18 SECURITY CLEARANCES FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

1.18.1 Contractor shall comply with the requirements pertaining to mandatory HSPD-12 security clearances. A security clearance must be obtained for all personnel assigned to work on the project and, who for any reason, visit the work site during the period of this contract. Detailed instructions for obtaining security clearances, required forms, and reference information will be provided to the contractor upon contract award.

1.18.2 It is the contractor’s responsibility to obtain security clearances for all contractors and subcontractors hired to work in a Federal Building. Within 10 days of award, contractors shall submit a Contractor Information Worksheet - CIW V4 for every member of the team who does not hold a HSPD-12 Clearance. Within 10 days of award, the contractor shall provide a copy of the adjudication letter for each member of the team who already holds a HSPD-12 Clearance.

1.18.3 NPS is not responsible for work delays or additional costs associated with the contractor’s failure to obtain clearances for employees. A contract deadline will not be extended solely due to the contractor’s failure to obtain security clearances. The Contractor is responsible to ensure all employees and subcontractors are familiar with the project and the job/site conditions prior to the start of work.

1.19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT: NA

1.20 DESIGN: NA

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS: The following documents are applicable to this SOW and attached appendices to the extent specified herein.

2.1 CODES & STANDARDS: Transportation, equipment, tools, supervision, labor, materials and performance of all work shall be in accordance with the specifications, standard industry practice, and current codes to include but not limited to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), National Electrical Code (NEC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), International Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and manufacturers recommendations.

2.2 ATTACHMENTS: NA

2.3 SUBMITTALS: NA

3.0 REQUIREMENTS: The following requirements shall be met for the successful completion of this project:

3.1 PRE-ALTERATION ASBESTOS AND LEAD BASED PAINT ASSESSMENT: Due to age of the steam turbine generators, it is possible that components may contain asbestos and lead based paint. Contractor will properly abate all asbestos and lead based paint in full compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

3.2 SCOPE OF WORK: Repair and recondition two Pyle National K2 steam turbine generators.

3.2.1 Introduction: This project has been developed to perform maintenance and servicing to repair Pyle National K2 Steam turbine generators to their original operating condition. Steamtown will provide three Pyle National K2 Steam turbine generators. Contractor will repair a minimum of two Pyle National K2 Steam turbine generators to original operating condition. All work performed under this contract must meet original manufacturer’s specifications.

3.2.2 Details: Contractor must perform the following tasks for each steam turbine generator:

· Disassemble and clean all parts.

· Inspect all parts for damage and wear.

· Repair or replace parts that are damaged or have reached their wear limits according to original manufacturer’s specifications.

· Assemble body castings and machine mounting feet.

· Inspect turbine wheel, shaft, and associated parts.

· Balance all rotating parts and assemblies at maximum operating RPM.

· Overhaul field coils and armature.

· Resurface commutator.

· Replace all bearings, seals, brushes, springs, and hardware.

· Assemble steam turbine generator.

· Set governor to correct RPM and voltage. Provide test report verifying proper output of generator.

· Paint all surfaces except machined surfaces with gray automotive epoxy primer.

· Paint all exterior surfaces except machined surfaces with gloss black automotive epoxy finish top-coat.

· Stencil assembly with “Rebuilt” followed by date of completion in two-digit month/year format.

3.2.3 Deliverables:

· Minimum of Two repaired and reconditioned Pyle National K2 steam turbine generators.

· Operational test reports.

· All unused government provided equipment.

3.2.4 Limitations: The contractor:

· will not make tests other than those specified previously.

· will not install new devices on the equipment which may be recommended or directed by insurance companies, federal, state, municipal or other authorities.

· will not make changes or modifications in design.

· will not make any replacements with parts of a different design without prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

3.3 SHIPPING: Contractor is responsible for coordination and payment of shipment and all related costs to Steamtown. Contractor is responsible for damage to or loss of government property during transportation.

END OF REQUIREMENTS

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