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140P5422R0031 Attachment 1

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STATEMENT OF WORK:

Replace Boardwalk Decking & Handrails

Redoubt Brannan Stones River National Battlefield

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Background:

This site is part of the earthen works fortifications from the civil war and the Battle of Stones River. The Boardwalk system allow us to have visitors walk up and around the earth works to be able to get a better view without damaging the sensitive soil. The boardwalk was originally built in 1998.

Objectives:

Remove and replace entire upper structure of the boardwalk to include hand railing and decking boards.

Redoubt Brannan main boardwalk is approximately 141’ x 65” with a 15’ x15’ Hexagon shape platform attached to the end of the boardwalk. There is approximately 340 linear feet of 2”x 6” top rail, 680 linear feet of 2”x 4” for handrails and 43 of 4”x 4” posts for hand railing supports.

Field Verification: Measurements and/or quantities provided are estimated and provided for information only. The Contractor is responsible to mark and verify all dimensions and conditions of the work. The Contractor shall notify the COR immediately of any errors or omissions once realized.

Project Location:

The Redoubt Brannan site is located at 1133 W College ST. in Murfreesboro TN.37129.

TASKS:

1. Contractor shall inspect for and verify all quantities of and rotted joists, support beams and support posts and reflect that in the bid price.

2. Contractor shall Maintain ADA standards for “Slope” and “Cross Slope”.

3. Remove and replace entire upper structure of the boardwalk to include hand railing and decking boards.

4. The cost to replace any rotten joists with new pressure treat lumber or any joists that are damaged during the removal of existing deck boards beyond re-use is must be included in the offer.

5. Install new in-kind or approved equal decking boards with a spacing of 1/4-inch gap between boards. Existing boards measure 1 ½” thick by 5 ½” wide brand is trex.

6. Install new handrailing to the outer joist, bearing post, and framework as shown in drawings. All exposed hardware shall be galvanized with a black finish.

7. Ensure that all handrailing is installed to the newest accessibility standards.

8. Surfacing of handrail lumber shall be S4S unless otherwise specified

9. The 2 x 4 railing support studs shall be of a standard grade minimum or No.1

10. Replace any Rotted 4 x4 Posts with new No. 1 grade pressure treated 4x4 posts to support the handrail system

11. All cut ends of the 4 x 4 posts and other treated lumber shall be treated with a high-quality liquid wood preservative

12. All deck boards and hand railings are to be fastened using galvanized or better, ring shank nails or screws that are at least 1-1/2” inches longer than the thickness of the lumber. Nails in the deck boards will be spaced approximately 3 inches apart and at least 3/4 of an inch from the outer edge, two nails per stringer.

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13. Contractor shall insure that all screws or nails used are sunk to flush or slightly counter sunk to prevent a snag hazard to the visitor. Any Bent nails or screws shall be replaced to ensure proper seating.

14. Contractor Shall ensure that all board joints are tight and flush without gaps, any joints that do not comply are subject to removal at no additional cost to the government.

15. Upon approval of submittals, contractor shall have designated project Lead or superintendent on site daily for duration of project until completion. This person shall be capable of fully understanding and speak English.

16. Contractor shall dispose of all the debris properly in approved landfill.

Submittals:

1. All Submittals will need COR (Contracting Officer’s Representative) written review/approval prior to contractor purchasing the supplies for the project. All supplies purchased prior to COR approval is at the risk of the contractor.

2. Contractor shall submit a copy of all warrantee paperwork

4. All submittals shall be on the Government CM-16 form and approved by the project COR.

Housekeeping:

1. Exterior Cleaning: Contractor shall sweep the area for any screws, nails or other metals that could puncture tires or otherwise injure park staff or visitors.

2. Final Cleaning: Contractor shall remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, screw, nails and rubbish. They shall blow off the new decking to ensure no debris is left behind

Conduct:

Contractor’s employees, performing services under this award, shall be controlled, directed, and supervised always by the assigned project manager.

Security:

1. The contractor shall be always responsible for all materials and equipment on the job site.

2. All employees working on the job site shall be legal to work in the United States of America and not be a prior convicted felon.

3. Park hours are from 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM. The Contractor may plan to work on site from 8 AM to

4:30 PM Monday thru Friday; except for Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. Contractor shall not work outside of these hours, without prior approval from STRI Facility Manager and at No additional cost to the government.

Safety Requirements -All work methods and practices shall be in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.

-The Contractor shall provide fencing, temporary barricades, or other forms of protection to prevent wandering public and/or by-standers from entering the work areas for safety and security purposes.

References:

- Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) -29 CFR Part 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards -29 CFR Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction, Page 3 of 3 Pages

Quality Assurance Requirement:

The contractor shall develop and maintain a quality program to ensure services are performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. As a minimum the contractor shall develop quality control procedures addressing the critical areas identified in this statement of work. The government will periodically evaluate the contractor’s performance in accordance with the statement of work.

Substantial Completion & Final Inspection: Contractor shall submit a written request that the project is complete and request a final inspection. The COR will complete an inspection within 3 days of receipt of request.

If the COR determines that the work is not complete, he will immediately notify the Contractor, in writing, stating the reasons. After completing work, the Contractor shall resubmit a request for another final inspection.