Attachment 2 Statement of Work 250814.pdf

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Allegheny National Forest Construction and Rehabilitation of Stone Bases for Portal Signs

Statement of Work

1. PROJECT LOCATION

The Allegheny National Forest is awarding a contract for the construction of one new informational sign stone base, the reconstruction of one recreation site sign stone base, and the rehabilitation of up to nine additional existing stone bases. These signs are located across the Forest with five located in Warren County, four in McKean County, and one each in Elk and Forest Counties, Pennsylvania. The specific location of each sign base is included below and shown on the included map.

2. SUMMARY OF WORK

This project includes stone masonry work for the new construction of one new informational sign base to be located near the Pennsylvania/New York border along SR 1013. The work also includes the reconstruction of a recreational sign stone base for the Dewdrop Campground sign. The previous base collapsed and can not be salvaged. The rehabilitation of the other stone sign bases includes cleaning; repointing any missing, cracked or failing mortar joints; and re-attaching any loose or missing stones. Work may also include the replacement of sign support posts if deteriorated, the re-installation of mounting brackets, and the installation of new signs. Any new signs to be installed will be provided by the Government.

The existing bases were constructed at various times and of various stone materials. They are currently in various stages of decay. The forest would like to rehabilitate these structures to the best extent possible. Each sign installation should consist of two identification or information signs, two Forest Service shields and two strips with “U.S. Department of Agriculture”. Missing sign pieces will be replaced as provided by the Government.

Each base shall be inspected. Report any additional damage to the bases or damage/decay of the signs, support posts and mounting hardware to the Government.

3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

a. Work must be performed in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations.

b. The Contractor must furnish all labor, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, incidentals, transportation, and management necessary for the work specified herein.

c. The Contractor shall verify all existing conditions and verify measurements for obtaining quantities of materials delivered. No subsequent extras will be allowed due to any claim of lack of knowledge for conditions, which can be determined by examining the site.

d. Any concrete/masonry work must be completed during proper weather conditions with respect to temperature and precipitation.

e. Rehabilitate the stone masonry portal bases using as much of the original material as is practical. Any new stone material shall be locally-sourced and similar in size, type, and

Statement of Work 2 appearance to the existing stone. For bidding purposes, assume that the Contractor shall provide the stone from a private source. However, it is possible that there is suitable stone material in a Government pit. Once the work is awarded, the Contractor may work with the Government Representative to determine if Government-owned stone is available. If so, and if the Contractor elects to use Government stone, an adjustment will be made to the contract.

f. Construction Hours. Work shall take place during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, weekends and national holidays excluded. Any work outside of those times must be pre-approved by the COR.

g. Wage rates apply to this project.

h. The time of performance shall be: 180 days.

i. The Government, other contractors and the public may occupy the sites during construction. Coordinate with the Government’s representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate usage. Perform the work in a manner that does not interfere with site or highway operations. Work on this contract may require additional coordination of activities with the Forest Service, other Contractors, PennDOT or other utilities.

j. At the conclusion of the project, the Contractor shall removal all unused materials, trash and debris from Government property. The Contractor shall fix any damages to the site, such as ruts in the driveway due to trucks. The site shall be restored to the conditions found at the start of the work or better.

4. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIALS

Government furnished property to be installed by the Contractor:

a. Forest Informational Signs

b. Forest Recreational Signs

c. Forest Service Shield Signs

d. U.S. Department of Agriculture Credit Line

These signs will be provided for the new construction bases and will be provided for the existing sign bases as needed and available.

5. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Refer to the Drawings and Specifications for requirements.

6. SCHEDULE

The Contractor shall, within five days after the work commences on the contract or another period of time determined by the Contracting Officer, prepare and submit to the Contracting Officer for approval a practicable schedule showing the order in which the Contractor proposes to perform the work, and the dates on which the Contractor contemplates starting and completing the several salient features of the work (including acquiring materials, plant, and equipment). The

Statement of Work 3 schedule shall be in the form of a progress chart of suitable scale to indicate appropriately the percentage of work scheduled for completion by any given date during the period. If the Contractor fails to submit a schedule within the time prescribed, the Contracting Officer may withhold approval of progress payments until the Contractor submits the required schedule.

The Contractor shall enter the actual progress on the chart as directed by the Contracting Officer, and upon doing so shall immediately deliver the annotated schedule to the Contracting Officer. If, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, the Contractor falls behind the approved schedule, the Contractor shall take steps necessary to improve its progress, including those that may be required by the Contracting Officer, without additional cost to the Government. In this circumstance, the Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to increase the number of shifts, overtime operations, days of work, and/or the amount of construction plant, and to submit for approval any supplementary schedule or schedules in chart form as the Contracting Officer deems necessary to demonstrate how the approved rate of progress will be regained.

Failure of the Contractor to comply with the requirements of the Contracting Officer under this clause shall be grounds for a determination by the Contracting Officer that the Contractor is not prosecuting the work with sufficient diligence to ensure completion within the time specified in the contract. Upon making this determination, the Contracting Officer may terminate the Contractor’s right to proceed with the work, or any separable part of it, in accordance with the default terms of this contract.

7. CONTRACTOR’S KEY PERSONNEL

Site Superintendent: The Contractor shall provide the Government a letter of designation for their on-site representative.

Mason Qualifications: Installer specializing in performing work of the type required by the contract with documented record of successful installations.

Restoration Specialist: Work must be performed by persons having not less than 5 years successful experience in comparable masonry restoration projects and employing personnel skilled in the restoration processes and operations indicated.

8. PAYMENT

Payment includes: Full compensation for all required labor, products, tools, equipment, transportation, services, testing, removal, disposal, permits, fees, and incidentals of an item of the Work.

9. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Bid Item 01: BASE - Mobilization

Work to include, but is not limited to, the following:

a. Mobilization of equipment to and from the site.

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b. Overhead costs, such as bonding and insurance.

c. Any costs which are not paid under other items of this contract.

Progress payments for mobilization by the lump sum will be paid as follows:

a. Bond premiums will be reimbursed according to FAR Clause 52.232-5 Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, after receipt of the evidence of payment.

b. When 5 percent of the original contract amount is earned from pay items (not including mobilization), 50 percent of the mobilization pay item, or 5 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

c. When 10 percent of the original contract amount is earned from pay items (not including mobilization), 100 percent of the mobilization pay item, or 10 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

d. Any portion of the mobilization pay item in excess of 10 percent of the original contract amount will be paid after final acceptance.

Bid Item 02: BASE - New PA/NY Stateline Portal Forest Identification Sign on SR 1013

Location: 41° 59’ 53.87” N, 78° 57’ 39.59” W

Work to include, but not limited to, the following:

The complete construction of a new stone base for a forest informational sign as shown on the Portal/Administrative Sign drawing, complete in place.

a. Site clearing and excavation.

b. Compacted subbase.

c. Concrete slab and foundation piers.

d. Concrete or concrete block core for the base.

e. Stone veneer and cap stone.

f. Seal with masonry sealer.

g. 3” diameter pipe posts including a sleeve through the base.

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h. Mounting hardware.

i. Mounting the signs as provided by the Government.

j. Site cleanup and restoration at the completion of the work.

Bid Item 03: Base - Dewdrop Campground Recreation Portal Sign on Longhouse Scenic Drive (FR 262)

Location: 41° 49’ 41.76” N, 78° 58’ 0.55” W

The original stone base for the Dewdrop Campground completely failed. This work is for the complete construction of a new stone base for a forest recreation sign as shown on the Recreation Sign Base drawing. Including, but not limited to, the following:

a. Complete removal and proper disposal of the old stone base and foundation.

b. Site clearing and excavation.

c. Compacted subbase.

d. Concrete slab and foundation piers.

e. Concrete or concrete block core for the base.

f. Stone veneer and stone cap.

g. Seal with masonry sealer.

h. 3” diameter pipe posts including a sleeve through the base.

i. Mounting hardware.

j. Mounting the signs as provided by the Government.

k. Site cleanup and restoration at the completion of the work.

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Photo 3-1: Old stone base to be removed. Photo 3-2: Interior of old base.

Bid Item 04: Base - Kinzua Dam Portal Forest Identification Sign on SR 59

Location: 41° 50’ 49.16” N, 79° 03’ 11.21” W

The base is made of shaped stone that appears to have been repaired at some point in the past.

There is damage to both sides of the base as the wooden posts have shifted and the sign is leaning. Most of the loose stones are still on-site. Much of the damage radiates from the posts, but other areas will need to be repaired and/or repointed as well. Including, but not limited to, the following:

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Replace the support posts with pressure treated lumber of same dimension. Posts should be plumb and secure in the base.

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d. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

e. Reinstall the existing sign or new signs as provided by the Government.

f. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

g. Seal with commercial masonry sealer.

h. Site cleanup and restoration at the completion of the work.

Photo 4-1: Collapsed area, side 1 Photo 4-2: Separation at end of base, side 1

Photo 4-3: Stones separating from posts, side 2 Photo 4-4: More separation at posts, side 2

Bid Item 05: Option - Chaffee Portal Forest Identification Sign at SR 948 and SR 66

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Location: 41° 34’ 48.22” N, 78° 55’ 57.92” W

The base is made of cut stone. One side of the base has a damaged area in the center near the ground that requires repair. The other side has a large area where the stones are coming away from the structure. They will need to be re-set. Most of the loose stones are on-site. There are cracks along some mortar joints as well as cracks radiating out from the wooden support posts.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

e. Seal with commercial masonry sealer.

f. Site cleanup and restoration at the completion of the work.

Photo 5-1: Damage to bottom center of base, side 1 Photo 5-2: Loose rock, side 2

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Photo 5-3: Mortar joint cracking, typical throughout Photo 5-4: Cracks radiating from support posts, typ.

Bid Item 06: Option - Marienville ATV Trailhead Recreation Portal Sign on SR 66

Location: 41° 34’ 9.28” N, 78° 58’ 31.63” W

The base is made of what appears to be field stone. It was rehabilitated previously. However, this mortar is decaying and most of the cap stones are loose. Most of the missing rocks are on site.

There are additional rocks that could be cut to fit nearby. There are cracks along some of the mortar joints.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

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d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

Photo 6-1: Missing stones, side 1 Photo 6-2: Cap stones are loose.

Photo 6-3: Loose stones, side 2 Photo 6-4: Loose stone, mortar cracks, typical

Bid Item 07: Option - Camp NF 13 Special Area Sign on SR 2002

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Location: 41° 40’ 39.83” N, 79° 06’ 13.97” W

Most of the damage is to the back of the base. The stone veneer has fallen away from the concrete core. Reattach stones and repair base. Most of the stones appear to be available at the site. They have been cut to a thickness of approximately 1”.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

Photos 7-1 and 7-2: Missing stones from rear of stone base.

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Bid Item 08: Option - Red Bridge Campground Recreation Portal Sign on SR 321

Location: 41° 46’ 44.76” N, 78° 53’ 11.99” W

The base is made of what appears to be field stone. It may have been rehabilitated previously.

However, the mortar is severely decayed with cracking on most joints. Some of the missing rocks are on site. Erosion has left the concrete of the base exposed on one end. The old caulk around the wooden posts needs to be removed and replaced.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

e. Caulk around wood sign posts to seal.

f. Seal with commercial masonry sealer.

g. Site cleanup and restoration at the completion of the work.

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Photos 8-1 and 8-2: Area of missing stone from side of the base

Photo 8-3: Loose stones and mortar, end 1 Photo 8-4: Loose stones and mortar, end 2, exposed slab

Photo 8-5: Loose mortar and cracks surrounding post Photo: 8-6: Missing caulk at post

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Bid Item 09: Option - Lewis Run Portal Forest Identification Sign on SR 219

Location: 41° 51’ 32.82” N, 78° 40’ 22.63” W

The base is made of what appears to be field stone. Most of the damage is at one of the ends.

However, some minor cracking along the mortar joints can be found throughout. The loose stones appear to be available on site.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

e. Caulk around wood sign posts to seal.

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Photo 9-1: Cracked and loose stone at base end Photo 9-2: Side view cracked mortar and loose stone

Photo 9-3: Cracked mortar joints, typical Photo 9-4: Mortar cracks, loose stone

Bid Item 10: Option - Lantz Corners Portal Forest Identification Sign on SR 219

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Location: 41° 44’ 20.26” N, 78° 41’ 0.81” W

The base is made of what appears to be field stone. Most of the repairs will be to cracks along the joints. However, there are loose stones behind the U.S. Department of Agriculture strip and at the corner. The loose stones appear to be available on site.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

e. Caulk around wood sign posts to seal.

Photos 10-1 and 10-2: Loose stones behind USDA strip

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Photo 10-3: Cracking and separation along joints Photo 10-4: Cracked mortar joints, typical

Bid Item 11: Option - Rocky Gap Trailhead Recreation Portal Sign on SR 3005

Location: 41° 47’ 35.36” N, 79° 13’ 34.35” W

The base is made of what appears to be field stone. The damage includes loose stones and cracks along mortar joints. The loose stones appear to be available on site.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

e. Caulk around wood sign posts to seal.

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Photo 11-1: Cracking along mortar joints, typical Photo 11-2: Loose Stone, typical

Bid Item 12: Option - Stickney Portal Forest Identification Sign on SR 346

Location: 41° 57’ 34.89” N, 78° 46’ 50.92” W

The base is made of what appears to be field stone. The damage includes loose stones and cracks along mortar joints. The loose stones appear to be available on site.

a. Inspect the stone base. Report findings to the Government Representative.

b. Clean the existing stone base to remove any dirt, debris, dust and/or moss.

c. Reconstruct the stone masonry portal base using as much of the original material as is feasible.

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d. Remove existing mortar as necessary for new mortar according to the specifications.

Repoint as needed.

e. Caulk around wood sign posts to seal.

Photo 12-1: Loose stone at end of base Photo12-2: Cracking along mortar joints

Photos 12-3 and 12-4: Cracking along mortar joints, typical

10. SAFETY AND HEALTH

a. References: In addition to publications referenced in the Contract and FAR 52.236-13, the following Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) publications designate and define hazardous materials and conditions, and establish procedures for handling these materials and conditions.

i. 29 CFR, Part 1910: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) General Industry and Health Standards.

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ii. 29 CF, Part 1926: OSHA Construction Industry Standards

iii. 40 CFR, Part 61: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants

iv. 40 CFR, Part 261: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Characteristics of

Hazardous Waste.

v. 40 CFR, Part 761: EPA Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), Manufacturing, Processing, Distribution in Commerce and Use Prohibitions.

b. Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable codes, standards and regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during execution of the Work. The Contractor shall have safety and health programs in compliance with 29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926.

c. Emergency Suspension of Work: In accordance with FAR 52.236-13, when the Contractor is notified by the Government, of non-compliance with this Contract, the Contractor shall immediately, correct the unsafe or unhealthy condition. In accordance with FAR 52.242-14, if the Contractor fails to comply promptly, all or part of the Work will be stopped by Government notice. The Contractor shall not be allowed any extension of time or compensation for damages in connection with a work stoppage for unsafe or unhealthy conditions.

d. Protection of Personnel: The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent injury to the public, occupants, or damage to property of others.

e. Environmental Protection

i. Dispose of solid, liquid and gaseous contaminants in accordance with local codes, laws, ordinances and regulations.

ii. Comply with applicable federal, state and local noise control laws, ordinances and regulations, including but not limited to 29 CFR 1910.95 and 29 CFR 1926.52.

iii. Ensure that all heavy equipment transported to the project area is free of invasive plant propagules and contaminated soil. Clean heavy equipment prior to entering the project area.

iv. Contractor shall dispose of all demolition materials off site in a regulated waste transfer Authority.