A04_VAFO_Ranger_Station_Statement_of_Work.docx

Valley Forge National Historical Park

STATEMENT OF WORK

Remove and Replace Steam Boiler

PMIS: 340543

DATED

3/20/2024

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

I. SCOPE OF WORK

Valley Forge is looking for the removal and replacement of a 170MBH oil fired steam boiler, the system will also be converted to a Hot Water system.

II. TASKS

This section includes all labor, materials, tools and other equipment, services and supervision required to complete the work of this project. The Contractor’s work sequence shall include, but is not limited to:

A. General:

1. Where needed erect temporary construction barriers to protect visitors and employees. The contractor shall work with the CO/COR to avoid or minimize interruptions to Law Enforcement activities.

2. Protect all surfaces of the building, walks, drives, signage, and facility/Government equipment from damage by project operations.

B. Boiler:

1. Remove and replace Approx. 20’ of 3” galvanized pipe leaving the boiler, this piping is severely corroded and need of replacement.

2. Remove and replace the 170MBH Steam boiler with a new 170MBH Hot Water system. This work will include the replacement of associated piping and other related components that are part of this system.

3. Remove and replace all control wiring.

4. Remove steam traps on all radiators.

5. Install new programable thermostat control.

6. Properly dispose of boiler and all other associated demo off site.

III. PROJECT LOCATION

King of Prussia Pa 19406

IV. GENERAL GUIDANCE:

1. All measurements are approximations and shall field verified by contractors.

2. No additional work outside the scope of this Statement of Work will be started without approval by the CO. If additional work is needed the CO will request a cost estimate from the contractor.

V. QUALITY ASSURANCE

1. Contractor shall assure quality of project work.

2. Contractor shall provide before, during, and after pictures of all work and attached to the Daily Reports.

3. Installer Qualifications: Minium of 5 years experience in Boiler installation and repair.

4. The services to be performed by the contractor shall be inspected by the Contracting Officer or his/her authorized representative, the COR. Inspection by COR will be made daily or more frequently.

5. NPS Policies and Directives, including the Secretary of the Interiors Standards for Historic Preservation (preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation) will guide all work.

6. Due to the historic and nationally significant nature, Park resources often present unique and unusual conditions.

7. Other Applicable Standards shall comply with the policies and standards of the governing bodies and applicable regulations which include but are not limited to:

a) State and local codes [latest editions]

b) Uniform Building Code [ICBO, latest edition]

c) Occupational Safety and Health Act [OSHA, latest edition]

VI. PROJECT MEETINGS

Before the start of this project, the Contracting Officer (CO) will arrange a pre-construction meeting with the contractor and the park COR. Items to be covered may include park rules and regulations, authorized representatives, correspondence, procedures, labor standards provisions, payroll reports, daily reporting, modifications, payments to contractor, acceptance/rejection of product, subcontractors, documents required under the contract, submittals, allowable work times/days, (generally week days 7:00am – 3:30pm), OSHA compliance, reference materials, contractor quality control, liquidated damages, notice to proceed, tentative construction schedule, etc.

VII. SUBMITTALS

The following submittals are required to be submitted using the CM_16 transmittal form and approved by the CO/COR prior to Notice to Proceed.

1. Submit a work schedule delineating the various stages of work by phase (milestones) for review and approval by Contracting Officer and COR two weeks ahead of work starting.

2. Submit two sets of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must come through the CO or Contract administrator on the NPS transmittal form prior to commencement of work for review and for posting at job site as required. Deliver all materials to this job site in sealed, original labeled containers bearing manufacturers name, brand name, standard compliance, materials content.

3. The contractor shall provide a QASP (Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan) as well as a Safety Plan to the COR for approval.

The following submittals are required to be submitted at project close out:

1. Contractor is required to provide at the end of the project a series of pictures with an explanation of what the picture is, direction of the object in the picture and what work was completed.

2. All Work Warranties and Product Guarantees.

3. Receipts from recycling companies showing quantity of material being recycled.

Other submittals may be required by the contracting office.

VIII. PROJECT DURATION

Project work will be completed in 60 days after “Notice to Proceed” is issued.

IX. BARRIERS & RESOURCE PROTECTION MEASURES

1. Furnish, install, and maintain barriers to protect existing facilities and to protect public visitors and staff.

2. Erect barriers, lights, danger signals, and warning signs per OSHA regulations.

3. Completely remove barriers no longer needed when approved by the Contracting Officer Representitive(COR).

X. TEMPORARY CONTROLS

Maintain the following temporary controls to protect visitors, staff, and the environment:

1. Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times. See section IX-Barriers.

2. Dispose of contractor-generated waste materials and other excess material outside the site in accordance with national, state, and local regulations. Do not allow waste materials to be washed into Municipal storm sewer system or nearby streams.

3. Do not interfere with public visitation.

4. Meet all OSHA standards.

The job will be shut down immediately if any unsafe practices are observed and work may not be resumed until conditions are corrected to satisfaction of CO.

XI. MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

1. No storage facility is available on site. A staging area will be provide and determined at the precon or site visit if indoor storage is needed the park may be able to accommodate. Contractor and employee parking will also be discussed at the precon.

2. The contractor shall maintain all equipment in safe condition.

XII. PROJECT CLOSEOUT

When project is complete, contractor shall request in writing a final inspection. Upon receipt of this written request, the COR will proceed with inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or will advise the contractor of items that prevent the project from being designated as complete.

1. Any work rejected by the Contracting Officer Representative shall be made good at the expense of the contractor

2. If following final inspection, the work is determined to be not complete; the Contracting Officer will notify contractor in writing. The Contracting Officer will prepare a list of deficiencies to be corrected. The Contractor shall complete the work described on the list of deficiencies within 10 calendar days. After completing work, the contractor shall request a new final inspection.

3. After all deficiencies have been corrected; a Letter of Final Acceptance will be issued.

XIII. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS / CONDITIONS

The subject building is part of a National Park with public visitation seven days a week. Contractor’s business should be conducted to respect the public nature of this property and, to the extent possible, not interfere with the Law Enforcement activities use of the property.

1. The original historic fabric of the buildings must be protected and preserved.

2. No work shall take place on holidays or weekends without prior approval of the Contracting Officer. The hours for contractor access are 7:00am to 3:30pm.

3. Equipment will not be permitted on surfaces where weight/pressure may damage the surface.

4. Contractor will keep all entrances, vehicular circulation lanes clear.

5. The contractor is responsible to repair all damage caused by their personnel or equipment. Property and grounds must be brought back to original or better condition.

Appendix A. Photos

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