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Statement of Work

CUSTODIAL SERVICES

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Table of Contents

1.0 General

2.0 Requirements

3.0 Scope of Work

4.0 Government-Furnished Property

5.0 Security

6.0 Period of Performance

7.0 Contractor’s Use of Premises

8.0 Restrictions

1.0 GENERAL

1.1. Purpose of Contract: The selected Contractor shall furnish labor, transportation, materials, equipment, and supervision for custodial services at the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI) located outside the towns of Three Rivers and Yokuts Valley.

1.2. Applicable laws: All work of this Contract shall be performed in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and standards:

1.2.1. Selected Contractor shall be responsible for their own transportation to the Parks and to locations within the Parks. Contractor shall follow all local, state, and federal laws when operating motor vehicles and ensure vehicles are inspected and registered to operate on public roads.

1.2.2. Selected Contractor shall follow all safety regulations pertaining to use of chemicals and cleaning agents utilized for custodial services. The Contractor shall adhere to 20 CFR 1910 and any other federal, state, and local laws and regulations to fully comply with this requirement. All applicable personal protective equipment shall be provided by the Contractor to contract employees consistent with federal, state, and local laws.

1.2.3. The Contractor shall provide appropriate training to their employees and all necessary equipment and services required to perform clean-up of blood borne pathogens and fully comply with the requirements of the Blood Borne Pathogen Standard listed in 29 CFR §1910.1030 H.1.5.

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1.3. Description of Site: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is located outside the towns of Three Rivers and Yokuts Valley California. The Park requires custodial services to be provided at several locations throughout the Parks with varying durations based on operational needs. The locations subject to this contract encompass visitor use/visitor service facilities, including public restrooms. While Visitor Use/Visitor Service Facilities at the Parks are operated year-around, this contract provides seasonal services during our busiest times.

1.3.1. Visitor Use/Visitor Service Facilities:

1.3.1.1. Giant Forest Museum Comfort Station (59468 Generals Highway, Sequoia

NP)

1.3.1.2. Upper Sherman Comfort Station (Off Wolverton Road, Sequoia NP)

1.3.1.3. Lower Sherman Vault Toilets (Off Generals Highway, Sequoia NP)

1.3.1.4. Lodgepole Visitor Center Restrooms (Mile 0.5, Lodgepole Rd, Sequoia

NP)

1.3.1.5. Lodgepole Campground Comfort Stations (Mile 0.5, Lodgepole Rd, Sequoia NP)

1.3.1.6. Sunset Campground Comfort Stations (7 each) (86563 Highway 180, Kings

Canyon NP)

1.3.1.7. Cedar Grove Day Use Vault Toilets (5 each) (Kings Canyon NP)

1.3.1.8. Sheep Creek Campground Comfort Stations (6 each) (Mile 31.4 CA-180, Kings Canyon NP)

1.3.1.9. Sentinel Creek Campground Comfort Stations (5 each) (107630 West Side

Drive, Kings Canyon NP)

1.3.1.10. Canyon View Campground Comfort Stations (6 each) (Mile 32.4 CA-180, Kings Canyon NP)

1.3.1.11. Moraine Campground Comfort Stations (5 each) (Mile 33.1 CA-180, Kings

Canyon NP)

1.4. Submittals: The following information shall be submitted by the Contractor to the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) following the award of the contract. The CO and COR shall review these submittals for conformance to the contract requirements and respond within seven working days whether the submittal is either accepted or rejected. Any changes to the submittals at any point in the contract shall require a new submittal to the Government for review.

1.4.1. Proposed schedule of operations, by building, to include hours and day(s) of the week, month, or quarter, as appropriate.

1.4.2. Names and phone numbers for primary and alternate decision-makers.

1.4.3. Names of all employees who will be working in Park facilities.

1.4.4. Two printed sets and one electronic version of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all cleaning products used.

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2.0 REQUIREMENTS

2.1. Provision of Labor & Supplies: The contractor shall provide all labor and supplies necessary to complete the cleaning/custodial services at all the locations specified in Section 3.0 and the frequencies requested herein.

2.2. Insurance: Selected contractor shall be fully insured for damages during the contract period of performance.

2.3. Quality Control: The contractor shall complete the service at each location specified to the satisfaction of the COR. If upon inspection by the COR the service is not satisfactorily completed, the contractor shall be notified either verbally or in writing of the deficiency and provided an opportunity to correct the deficiency. The deficiency shall be corrected within 24 hours of notification to the contractor. If the deficiency is not corrected within 24 hours following notification, the COR may request equitable adjustment in the form of a reduced payment to the contractor in an amount equal to the value of the service not rendered to the Government.

2.4. Corrective Action for Deficiencies: In the event the Contractor fails to perform the work as specified in the contract, the following steps will be taken to correct non-compliance:

1) The COR shall direct the Contractor to perform the services again, or 2) require the Contractor take steps to ensure future performance, or 3) the Contracting Officer will issue a Cure Notice to the Contractor. If the Contractor does not correct the situation after receiving the Cure Notice, the contract may be terminated for default in accordance with the contract clause 52.212-4. The Contractor has 10 working days to correct the situation after receiving a Cure Notice from the Contractor.

2.5. Communication: Contractor’s central office or representative shall be available by phone and email weekdays, Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

2.6. Vacuums: The contractor shall furnish a vacuum cleaner for use at all locations that require hard surface floor cleanings. The vacuum cleaner used by the contractor shall be a certified “HEPA” vacuum. At no time will a non-HEPA filtration vacuum be acceptable for cleaning any Park facilities.

2.7. Site Closures: Locations that are listed for cleaning may be temporarily inaccessible due to construction. If cleaning at a location or locations cannot take place, the Government shall notify the contractor of the inaccessible location and provide an estimated time that the location will not require custodial service. The Contractor shall not bill the Government for locations that cannot be serviced.

2.8. Uniforms: All employees shall wear distinctive, uniform clothing for ready identification. Uniforms shall be neat, clean, in good repair, and have a badge or monogram with the Contractor's name on it. Shoes must be close-toed, no sandals.

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3.0 SCOPE OF WORK

3.1. Cleaning Supplies: Cleaning agents, disinfectants, cleaning materials, cautionary signs, trash can liners and other supplies and materials shall be purchased and provided by the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide to the COR two printed sets and one electronic version of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all cleaning products used. To the maximum extent possible, the contractor shall use sustainable “green” products such as biodegradable cleansers, paper towels with recycled content, etc. Sources of information include:

3.1.1. GSA’s Sustainable Facilities Tool, aka SFTool - https://sftool.gov/

3.1.2. EPA’s “Safer Choice” - https://www.epa.gov/saferchoice

3.1.3. CDC guidelines for cleaning products: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2-covid-19

3.1.4. CDC guidelines on how to clean and disinfect:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/cleaning-disinfection.html

3.1.5. Reopening guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting Public spaces, Work places, Businesses, Schools and Home: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/reopen-guidance.html

3.2. Standards for Cleaning:

3.2.1. BOWLS, URINALS, AND PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING: After cleaning with a cleaner disinfectant, all porcelain and enamel fixtures such as toilets, urinals, sinks, etc., shall be clean, bright, and free of streaks. There shall be no dirt, dust, spots, stains, water rings, rust, deposits, mold, encrustation, or excess moisture. All toilet seats shall be left in a raised position after cleaning. The seats shall be free of spots and stains, and the hinges free of dirt, deposits, mold and water stains. The plumbing pipes on the toilets, urinals, and sinks shall be clean, bright and free of mold, dust, dirt, and water stains. The walls near the sinks shall be free of spots and smears. No water or soap shall remain on the sinks, ledges, or floor.

3.2.2. DAMP-WIPING: Damp-wipe the surface area of all stall partitions, doors, window frames, sills, vents, wastepaper receptacles, and other fixtures (including hand dryers), utilizing a multi-purpose disinfectant-deodorizer cleaner, or plain water, as appropriate. Dirt, dust, water stains, spots, streaks, and smudges will be removed from the surfaces. When using a cleaning agent, rinse with clear water, leaving no film. Wall moldings painted with acrylic paint will be cleaned of any dirt, smudges, scuff marks, and other residue, using a solution of water and light detergent. No paint will be removed from the moldings during the damp-wiping. Walls, stall partitions, and doors shall be free of hand marks, dust, pen and pencil marks, lipstick smudges, water streaks, mop marks, and mold.

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3.2.3. DISPENSERS: Dispenser exteriors shall be clean and free of gum, dust, dirt, fingerprints, water stains, smudges, and soil. Dispensers shall be cleaned without damage to the adjacent surfaces. Abrasive cleaners shall not be used.

Contractor shall meet the following standards for replenishing consumable items:

3.2.3.1. Paper towels. Dispensers are to be replenished when no more than 75% empty.

3.2.3.2. Toilet Tissue. At least one full roll will be available in each dispenser. In restrooms where there are dispensers which hold only one roll of toilet paper, a full spare roll will be placed in plain view near the dispenser.

3.2.3.3. Soap. Replenish soap dispensers when no more than 75% empty.

3.2.4. DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean, disinfect, and wipe all porcelain and polished metal surfaces, including the orifices and drains. After cleaning is complete, the entire drinking fountain (all surfaces and fixtures) shall be clean and bright and free from streaks, stains, spots, smudges, encrustation, scale, and other obvious soil. The surfaces shall also be free of discarded rubbish, gum, coffee grounds, ink stains, and finger marks, and will present a neat appearance. The wall and floor around the fountain shall be free of spots and water marks.

3.2.5. DUSTING: After dusting with cloths, feather duster, camel hairbrush, or dry mops, all dust, lint, litter, cobwebs, and dry soil shall be removed from the horizontal and vertical surfaces of stair railings, door moldings, and from horizontal ledges, windowsills, rails, etc. Corners, crevices, molding, radiators, grills, wood trim, and ledges shall be free of dust, dirt, and cobwebs. There shall be no oils, spots, or smudges on dusted surfaces caused by dusting tools. When inspected, surfaces shall be clean and reveal few, if any, traces of dust.

3.2.6. GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS: Mirrors, shall be clean and free of dirt, grime, dust streaks, watermarks, smudges, fingerprints, spots, lipstick, and moisture. Items shall be clear and not give a cloudy appearance. Mirrors in restrooms shall be cleaned (streak-free) with a cleaner-disinfectant.

3.2.7. FLOOR MAINTENANCE: Floors shall have a uniform appearance, be clean and free of dust, dirt, fuzz, scuff marks, heel marks, stains, discolorations, and lint. No dirt shall be left in corners, behind radiators, or behind doors. Gum, spots, tar, and other foreign substances that stick to the floors shall be removed.

Trash receptacles, and easily movable items shall be tilted or moved to service the floors underneath. Moved items shall be returned to their proper positions when cleaning operations have been completed. In areas with rugs, the rugs shall be turned back to permit the cleaning and finishing work to be done underneath the rug, at least one foot from the edges. Walls, baseboards, and other surfaces shall be free of finish residues and marks from equipment. Floors shall be free of streaks, mop strands, broom straws, and skipped areas.

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3.2.7.1.Wet Mopping: Bathroom floors shall be wet mopped and scrubbed during each scheduled service visit, utilizing the correct type and mixture of cleaner-disinfectant solution according to manufacturer’s specifications.

After being mopped, the floor, stairs, and landings shall have a uniform appearance, with no streaks, swirl marks, detergent residue, or any evidence of soil, stains, film, debris, gum, grease, tar, or standing water. There will be no splash marks or mop streaks on furniture, walls, baseboards, or risers, or mop strands remaining in the area. All surfaces will be dry, and the corners and cracks clean after mopping. Wet mopping shall not be used on wood or carpeted floors.

3.2.8. GRAFFITI REMOVAL: Graffiti shall be removed from signs, walls, and surfaces using a cleaner detergent which has been approved by the COR.

Neither the cleaning agents nor the technique shall damage the base materials.

If the graffiti cannot be removed using cleaning agents, the COR shall be notified as soon as possible, but no later than two working days.

3.2.9. HUMAN AND ANIMAL WASTE: Liquid or semi-liquid waste shall be covered with an absorbent material, allowed to dry, vacuumed, and removed.

Solid waste shall be immediately removed. In both cases, the area under and adjacent to the accident site shall be cleaned, deodorized, and disinfected.

3.2.10. TRASH REMOVAL: Waste receptacles in public use areas shall be emptied and returned to their initial location. Boxes, cans, and papers placed near a trash receptacle and marked or otherwise obviously noted as trash shall be removed. Trash shall be disposed of in plastic bags and secured with bag ties.

Properly sized plastic liners for the disposal of trash shall be replaced by the contractor when trash receptacles are full. Any soiled, wet, or torn plastic trash receptacle liners shall be replaced. Cans shall be cleaned, disinfected, and deodorized as needed. There shall be no evidence of spots, stains, finger marks, or smears, and the cans free of odors. Trash that has fallen onto the ground during the removal of trash shall be picked up. Trash collected will be contained and sealed in plastic bags and placed in locations identified by the

COR.

3.2.11. SANITARY CANS: Sanitary cans in women’s restrooms shall be emptied during every scheduled cleaning. They shall be cleaned, disinfected, and deodorized each time they are emptied. There shall be no evidence of spots, stains, finger marks, or smears, and the cans and stall areas free of odors.

Sanitary cans shall be lined with a germ-retardant liner, and liners replaced each time the cans are emptied. Bags with refuse from sanitary cans shall be sealed and disposed in locations identified by the COR.

3.2.12. COBWEBS: Contractor shall remove cobwebs wherever present, up to a height of eight (8) feet.

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3.2.13. RECYCLING: The Contractor shall provide all labor, and the means to collect and transport recyclable materials from recycling bins and containers located throughout the building to storage and loading areas as designated by the COR.

3.2.14. CLOGGED/BLOCKED TOILETS: During the course of cleaning restrooms, there will be incidences of clogged/blocked toilets. Contractor shall utilize a plunger, located in the restroom or supply room at each facility, to try and unblock the problem. If this does not rectify the situation, then the Contractor shall notify a maintenance supervisor that same day. At no time will restroom problems go unreported.

3.3. Cleaning Areas and Frequencies: The following areas shall be cleaned according to the specified frequencies using the supplies and standards outlined in Sections 3.1 and 3.2.

3.3.1. Visitor Use/Visitor Service Facilities: Facilities A & B shall be cleaned twice daily. Facilities A through B listed below shall be completely cleaned before 1100 each day of the period of performance. A second round of cleaning will be performed between 1200 and 1600 each day. Facilities C, D, & E shall be cleaned daily between 8am and 4pm. Facilities A through B are in the Lodgepole area of Sequoia National Park and facilities C through E are in the Cedar Grove area of Kings Canyon National Park.

Twice daily - Lodgepole Area

A. Giant Forest Museum Comfort Station (59468 Generals Highway, Sequoia NP). Twice daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the following:

• One Women’s room with 4 toilets, 3 sinks, One Men’s room with 3 toilets, 2 urinals, 3 sinks and 1 utility room:

TASKS

Every Visit: As Needed:

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

3.2.11 SANITARY CANS

3.2.13 RECYCLING

3.2.8 GRAFFITI REMOVAL

3.2.9 HUMAN AND ANIMAL WASTE

3.2.12 COBWEBS

3.2.14 CLOGGED/BLOCKED TOILETS

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B. Upper Sherman Parking Lot Comfort Station (59468 Generals Highway, Sequoia NP). Twice daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the following:

• One Women’s room with 4 toilets, 3 sinks. One Men’s room with 3 toilets, 2 urinals, 3 sinks and 1 utility room:

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

C. Lower Sherman Parking Vault Toilet (59468 Generals Highway, Sequoia NP).

Twice daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the following:

urinals, 3 sinks and 1 utility room.

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

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D. Lodgepole Visitor Center Restrooms (63100 Generals Highway, Sequoia NP).

Twice daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the following:

urinals, 3 sinks and 1 utility room.

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

Once daily – Lodgepole Campground

E. Lodgepole Campground Comfort Stations (63260 Generals Highway, Sequoia NP). Once daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the

• Seven individual comfort stations scattered throughout the campground; each with: Women’s room with 3 toilets, 2 sinks. Men’s room with 2 toilets, 1 urinal, 2 sinks and 1 utility room:

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

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Once daily – Grant Grove Area

F. Sunset Campground Comfort Stations (86563 Highway 180, Kings Canyon

NP). Once daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the following:

• Seven individual comfort stations scattered throughout the campground; each

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

Once daily – Cedar Grove Area

G. Cedar Grove Day Use Vault Toilets (Kings Canyon NP). Once daily thru

September 9th. Contractor shall clean the following:

• Five locations each with two vault toilets scattered throughout the district.

Vaults are located at Lewis Creek, North Side, Zumwalt, and Roads End.

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

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H. Sheep Creek Campground Comfort Stations (Mile 31.4 CA-180, Kings Canyon NP). Once daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the

• Six individual comfort stations scattered throughout the campground each with:

Women’s room with 3 toilets, 2 sinks. Men’s room with 2 toilets, 1 urinal, 2 sinks and 1 utility room:

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

I. Sentinel Campground Comfort Stations (North Side Drive, Kings Canyon

• Five individual comfort stations scattered throughout the campground each

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

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J. Canyon View Campground Comfort Stations (Mile 32.4 CA-180, Kings Canyon NP). Once daily thru September 9th. Contractor shall clean the

• Six individual comfort stations scattered throughout the campground each with:

Women’s room with 3 toilets, 2 sinks. Men’s room with 2 toilets, 1 urinal, 2 sinks and 1 utility room:

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

K. Moraine Campground Comfort Stations (Mile 33.1 CA-180, Kings Canyon

• Five individual comfort stations scattered throughout the campground each

3.2.1 BOWLS, URINALS, AND

PORCELAIN WARE CLEANING

3.2.2 DAMP-WIPING

3.2.3 DISPENSERS

3.2.5 DUSTING

3.2.6 GLASS CLEANING AND MIRRORS

3.2.7 FLOOR MAINTENANCE

3.2.7.1 Wet Mopping

3.2.10 TRASH REMOVAL

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4.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

4.1. Consumable Supplies: The Government shall furnish all toilet paper, trash bags, paper hand towels, and hand soap refills to be used by the contractor for replenishing restrooms. The Government will provide these supplies to the Contractor to be picked up by the Contractor at a central location for use within the park. The Contractor shall notify the Government within 1 week of the need for any restocking of materials.

4.2. Keys: The Contractor shall be provided a set of keys from the Government to access any buildings on the cleaning schedule. Under no circumstances may additional keys be cut.

Keys issued to the Contractor, the Contractor’s personnel, or subcontractors shall be signed for and not transferred to other personnel. The Contractor is financially liable for the cost of rekeying if keys are lost or not recovered from employees or subcontractors.

5.0 SECURITY

5.1. Display of Identification: All contract employees shall display identification upon request while working on site to verify identity and status as an employee of the contractor. Identification shall be furnished by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

5.2. Park Facilities: The Contractor shall coordinate the cleaning schedule with the Contracting Officer’s Representative. If the COR must reschedule custodial services, they shall provide a minimum of 7 days’ notice to the Contractor. Any changes to the schedule made unilaterally by the COR with less than 7 days’ notice are at the discretion and availability of the contractor.

5.3. Employee Removal from Contract Work: The CO or COR may require the Contractor to remove any employee(s) from Park buildings or other real property should it be determined that the individual(s) is either unsuitable for security reasons or otherwise unfit to work on Park property. This shall include, but not be limited to, instances where an employee is determined, in the Government's sole discretion, contrary to the public interest, inconsistent with the best interests of security, or a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the facility and its population. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing replacement employees in cases where contract employees are removed at no additional cost to the Government.

5.4. Employee Removal from Park: The Contracting Officer or their designee may also request the Contractor to immediately remove any employee(s) from the work site(s) when it is determined that individuals are being assigned to duty who have been disqualified for suitability or security reasons, or who are found to be unfit for performing duties during their tour(s) of duty. The Contractor employees who are removed from contract work shall be required to leave the work site immediately. The Contractor must comply with any removal request. For clarification, a determination to remove an employee will be made for, but is not limited to, incidents involving the most immediately identifiable types of misconduct or delinquency, as set forth below:

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5.4.1. Violation of federal, state, or local law.

5.4.2. Neglect of duty including upholding the integrity of the security program at the work site.

5.4.3. Falsification or unlawful concealment, removal, mutilation, or destruction of any official documents or records, or concealment of material facts by willful omissions from official documents or records.

5.4.4. Disorderly conduct, uses of abusive or offensive language, quarreling, intimidation by words or actions, fighting, or participation in disruptive activities that interfere with the normal efficient operations of the Government.

5.4.5. Theft, vandalism, immoral conduct, or any other criminal action.

5.4.6. Selling, consuming, or being under the influence of intoxicants, drugs, or substances which produce similar effects while in or on federally controlled property.

5.4.7. Unauthorized use of communication equipment on Government property.

5.4.8. Violation of security procedures or regulations.

5.4.9. Violation of Title 18, U.S.C., Section 930, which prohibits the knowing possession or the causing to be present firearms or other dangerous weapons in federal facilities.

Law enforcement officers of the National Park Service or local authorities will have the authority to immediately remove any contract employee from the work site who is found to be in violation of any of the items mentioned above. The Contracting Officer or their designee shall be notified as soon after the incident as practical or at the beginning of the next business day if an action happened after hours. The Contracting Officer or their designee shall make all official notifications to the Contractor. In the event of a dispute, the Contracting Officer or their designee shall make a final determination. Specific reasons for removal of an employee(s) will be provided to the Contractor in writing. The Contractor is responsible for providing replacement employees at no additional cost to the Government in cases where contract employees are removed from working at the work site or on the contract.

6.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

6.1. The period of performance shall be from date of award through September 9, 2026.

7.0 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

7.1. Hours: Park facilities shall not be serviced before 8am or after 6pm. All custodial services shall be coordinated within these hours.

7.2. Securing Facilities: Some park facilities are secured daily by Park staff and others remain open 24-hours a day. Contractor shall secure all facilities being cleaned to prevent unauthorized access. Facilities that are locked upon arrival by the contractor shall remain locked.

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7.3. Protecting Property: All work shall be completed in such a way as to create no damage and to protect the surrounding government property, and belongings etc. The contractor shall ask the COR for clarification if the need arises.

7.4. Utilities: Water, power are available at some locations. If normally available but temporarily out of service, the Contractor shall notify the COR within 24 hours.

Contractor’s employees use lights and faucets only in those areas where and when the work is actually being performed. Once leaving, all lights and water faucets in the work area shall be turned off.

7.5. Use of Dumpsters: Contractor is responsible for disposal of all trash and recycling generated by the contract and shall dispose of all trash and recycling in on-site dumpsters specified by the COR. The contractor shall not dispose of any waste not connected to this contract in National Park Service trash receptacles or containers.

7.6. Vehicle Parking & Storage: The Contractor shall not park or otherwise store vehicles or trailers in the Park without written consent from the CO or COR.

7.7. Mechanical Equipment: Workers must not adjust mechanical equipment controls for heating and ventilation.

7.8. Hazardous Conditions: Ensure that the reporting of fires, hazardous conditions, and items in need of repair (e.g., inoperative lights, broken windows or doors, leaking sinks, urinals, or commodes, etc.), to the COR.

7.9. Lost & Found: Ensure that lost and found articles by the Contractor’s employees are turned in to the COR.

7.10. Suspicious Persons: Ensure that the Contractor employees notify the Ranger on duty when unauthorized or suspicious person(s) are seen on premises.

8.0 RESTRICTIONS

8.1. Audio Devices: No audible listening devices such as radios, Bluetooth speakers, etc.

shall be permitted at the while work is conducted.

8.2. Smoking Policy: Ensure that the Contractor’s employees adhere to Park’s “No Smoking Policy.” No smoking is allowed inside or within 50 feet of any Park facility.