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Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield

STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

Install Electrical Line to Picnic Area

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

MIDWEST REGION

MAJOR ACQUISITION BUYING OFFICE

I. GENERAL

A. DESCRIPTION OF WORK/SCOPE: This project will consist of installing an electrical line to the pavilion located in the Picnic Area within Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield. The contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to complete these tasks. All work required by the project documents shall be accomplished by the contractor even though minor items required may not be specifically mentioned.

BACKGROUND

This project is located within Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield. The project is to install an electrical line to picnic area pavilion. The only electrical service to the picnic shelter was disconnected 7 years ago because it was unsafe and now has been removed. This project would provide safe wiring to the pavilion for functions such as park events, weddings and family gatherings.

OBJECTIVE/TASKS:

• Task 1: Install Electrical Line to Picnic Area.

o Sub Task 1: Setup safety perimeter barriers for approved work.

o Sub Task 2: Set up line boring machine. If Tour Road needs to be partially closed, it must be coordinated with Facility Manager o Sub Task 3: Bore a new 1 ¼ inch conduit from existing shelter with electrical panel to existing pavilion in picnic area, approximately 220 linear feet at a minimum depth of 24 inches. The electric line should be bored the entire way. A map is provided that illustrates a direct route to the Pavilion. The contractor can use an alternate route SE along the tour road to avoid the sidewalks before turning SW towards the SE corner of the pavilion. The contractor is responsible for any costs associated with the increased distance of any less direct route. The electrical feed will terminate at the SE corner of the pavilion.

o Sub Task 4: Install an in-ground J-Box on the SE corner of pavilion for a pull box for future use. A pull box is to be installed at the SE corner of the pavilion and the concrete pad adjacent to the nearest support post should be notched or bored so that conduit can be run up the post without creating a trip hazard. The contractor will be required to submit a transmittal for approval for the pull box, LED light fixtures, outlets, and light switch.

o Sub Task 5: Pull two 120 volt, 20 amp circuits to pavilion area.

o Sub Task 6: Install two 20 amp GFI weatherproof outlets on the south side of the two south support posts.

o Sub Task 7: Install two LED light fixtures on the under supporting rafters of the pavilion.

o Sub Task 8: Install weather proof light switch with lockable cover on south side of south east support post.

o Sub Task 9: Install two 20 amp circuits, first one to first GFI plug and one to second GFI plug and the lights. All above grade wiring will use all copper wire and within galvanized rigid conduit.

o Sub Task 10: Install two new 20 amp breakers in existing breaker box and connect to new line.

o Sub Task 11: Perform ground circuit test on both circuits and test GFI plugs.

o Sub Task 12: Remove all safety barriers.

o Sub Task 13: Clean work area for final inspection.

CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE:

The contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, tools, safety barriers, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to complete these entire tasks. All work required by the project documents shall be accomplished by the contractor even though minor items required may not be specifically mentioned.

INSTALLATION PERIOD:

• All work will be completed in a professional manner. Unless otherwise specified, all materials and equipment shall be new, unused and undamaged. Materials and equipment shall be the current and standard designs of manufacturers regularly engaged in their production.

• Electrical work shall be installed or supervised by a master electrician and follow National Electrical Code (NEC), or NFPA 70, which is a standard for the safe installation of electric wire and equipment in the United States.

• All work will follow applicable codes and regulations.

• Scaffolding (if used) will need to be stored at a location determined by the project/park COR.

• Aerial Lift Platforms (if used) will be required to be secured each evening after normal work hours.

• Comply with OSHA regulations for erection, tear down, and handling of scaffold.

• Install all scaffold units (if used) plumb and level, firmly anchored in work area locations, maintaining manufacturer’s recommended clearances.

• The contractor will remove and dispose all trash, excess mortar, loose materials, paint, plaster, and excess mortar mix components.

• Contractor to work with COR for inspection of all projects throughout project progress.

B. LOCATION: Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield 6426 West Farm Road 182 Republic Mo 65738 (Visitor Center). Contractor to review all locations of existing water sources, noting limited access points and conditions.

C. STANDARD WORKDAY/WEEK: Work shall normally be accomplished during the standard 8-hour day, 5-day week, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:30 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. local time, excluding Federal Legal holidays and non-work days resulting from holidays occurring on weekends. If desiring to work other than the standard 8-hr day, submit written request at least three work days prior to the proposed performance of work to the Contracting Officer (CO). State the proposed performance of work, day/days, time/amount of work, and reason why permission should be granted to perform work during non-standard hours.

LEGAL HOLIDAYS

New Year’s Day 1 January Martin Luther King Day Third Monday in January President’s Day Third Monday in February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Independence Day 4 July Labor Day First Monday in September Columbus Day Second Monday in October Veteran’s Day 11 November Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November Christmas Day 25 December

D. PARK AND SAFETY REGULATIONS: Comply with all applicable OSHA and National Park Service DO-50B regulations and directives pertaining to security, safety, occupational health, fire, traffic, and personnel clearances while at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield. This work will require compliance with safety practices including but not limited to: fall protection, lock out tag out, personal protective equipment, and chemical safety.

E. SAFETY BRIEFING: Primary contractors will brief subcontractors on safety, occupational health, and fire prevention regulations, emphasizing the requirement to obtain a welding permit, when welding, cutting and brazing operations are required, and obtain authorization from the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) when open burning is intended. Maintain documentation that all subcontractors have been briefed.

F. FORCE PROTECTION/ANIT-TERRORISM STANDARDS: Contractor to secure vehicles, tools and materials as well as access to facilities with keys, door codes, etc. Under no circumstances will contractors be allowed to escort unauthorized personnel without written notification from park Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Project Manager to provide list of names of all contractors/sub-contractors to COR who will be on the job site.

II. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. SCHEDULE OF MATERIAL SUBMITTALS: For the majority of projects a material submittal schedule will not be provided by the Government. If the requirement for a material submittal schedule is absent from the solicitation documents, the following guidelines apply. After award, the contractor shall complete and submit a material submittal schedule for approval by the Contracting Officer. The contractor shall identify all planned submittals dates on the schedule. Submit the schedule to the CO within 10 calendar days after contract award or within another agreed to timeframe as directed by the CO.

B. SUBMITTALS: The Contracting Officer may request submittals in addition to those required when deemed necessary to adequately describe the work. Each submittal shall include Material Approval Submittal, and three (3) copies of supporting documentation. When available, the Government may request electronic copies of submittals via email, in lieu of hard copies. The availability and practicality of submitting electronically versus hardcopy will be discussed and agreed to during the initial pre-construction conference after task order award. In general, submittals shall be provided a minimum of 14 calendar days in advance of scheduled purchase to allow satisfactory time for government review. Additionally, unless stated otherwise, submissions on test results and other submissions of that nature shall be made within 14 days, after the work or test is performed. Each submittal shall be complete and in sufficient detail for ready determination of compliance with the contract requirements. Submittals shall include such items as https://www.nps.gov/policy/DOrders/50B.htm NHause Please provide a link for the contractors to use.

Contractor’s or manufacturer’s shop drawings, descriptive literature, catalog cuts, diagrams, operation charts or curves, samples, certifications, test reports, test cylinders, operating manuals, installation procedures and recommendations, templates, and other descriptive literature. Catalog cuts and other descriptive data which may have more than one model or type shall be clearly marked to show the model, type, size, and all optional accessory equipment the Contractor proposes to install. Submittals on component items forming a system or interrelated items shall be submitted at one time as a single submittal in order to demonstrate that the items have been properly coordinated and will function as a unit. Submittal items that are disapproved will be promptly corrected and resubmitted within 10 calendar days by the Contractor. No materials shall be installed until submittals are approved by the Contracting Officer.

The approved submittals shall be available at the job site for inspection by the Contracting Officer at all times.

C. AS-BUILT DRAWINGS: Not Applicable

D: GEOBASE REQUIRMENTS: Not Applicable

E: REAL PROPERTY RECORDS: Not Applicable

III. WORK COORDINATION:

A. GENERAL: The project work dates will be negotiable and will be set and agreed to by the contractor and park service when delivery dates for all work is known. The contractor shall coordinate all work schedules with the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officers Representative (COR)/Inspector prior to the start of the work. Notify the CO or the COR five days prior to moving onto the work-site to commence work. You must provide notification the day you move back to the work-site after an interruption of work of two or more work days. Before initiating any work, the contractor shall meet with the CO and COR and agree on: a sequence of procedures; a means of access to premises and buildings;

placement of dumpsters and haul routes; delivery of materials and use of approaches; use of corridors, stairways, elevators, and similar means of egress; communications; the location of partitions and barriers;

eating spaces, and restroom for contractor’s employees; any other incidentals to the project.

Interruption of Work: When work begins this project will be the priority of the contractor. Delays due to other project schedules will not acceptable. If it becomes necessary to interrupt work activities in buildings and/or areas for construction purposes (excluding those otherwise described/agreed), the Contractor shall request permission, in writing, from the Contracting Officer (CO), or designated representative(s), at least ten (10) working days in advance. The Contractor shall submit written requests for any approved street closings ten (10) working days prior to closing of the street.

Temporary construction: Any contractor installed temporary construction intended to prevent interruption of normal work activity or loss of utility services is subject to approval of the Contracting Officer (CO) and or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

B. INSPECTION: Obtain the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) approval prior to accomplishing tasks such as removing plaster or performing tests. The request for such approval shall be given with sufficient advance notice to permit an inspection of the area before the work or test is accomplished.

C. WATER UTILITY WORK: Contractors shall coordinate with park when conduction any work pertaining to the water utility lines.

D. PROJECT SUPERVISOR: Contractor to employ a full-time supervisor who has been in the trade for at least 15 years for this project. The supervisor’s duties shall include the overall management of the project, coordination of the sub-contractors work, and liaison with the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer Representative/Inspector. No work shall be performed without the presence of the supervisor or a competent representative on the job-site. A competent representative is as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards.

E. 24-HOUR POINT OF CONTACT: Provide the Contracting Officer (CO) with a 24-hour number or numbers where his authorized representative can be contacted at any time day or night. This number should be provided at the notice of contract award, but not later than the first day of contract work at the site.

F. CONTRACTOR’S OFFICE SPACE: Office space required for the Contractor’s operation shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Any office space to be located at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield must be approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

G. CONTRACTOR’S STORAGE AREA: Contractor will be allowed to have one storage trailer at the construction site. The location must be approved by the Contracting Officers Representative (COR). All other trailers, storage, and equipment will be stored at a site designated by the COR. The government is not responsible for damages or losses.

H. SITE AND STORAGE AREA MAINTENANCE: The construction site is situated next to private property and shared parking areas. Contractor will be responsible for general maintenance of construction site and storage area(s) on a daily basis. This includes, but not limited to, cleaning, safety checks and disposal of trash and debris.

I. DUST CONTROL/ NOISY OPERATIONS: Contractors shall be responsible to pick up, clear and/or sweep away any mud or debris from roadways left by heavy equipment or trucks. Contractors shall use whatever means necessary to ensure equipment and trucks do not leave mud and debris on the roadways, to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Noisy operations such as those involving use of air hammers, etc., in demolition, or cutting of openings shall be scheduled with the Contracting Officer (CO).

J. OCCUPANCY: The park staff will continue to occupy the building and carry on normal activity. Each Contractor shall protect the occupied areas from dust, smoke, etc., by a method reviewed by the Contracting Officer.

K. PATCHING AND REPAIRING: After the work has been completed, any contractor caused damages to Government-owned structures, facilities, streets, curbs, walks, lawns, etc., shall be properly patched, repaired, or replaced to the complete satisfaction of the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Any holes, cuts, breakages, and damages made in finished surfaces of the area in which work has been accomplished, shall be properly repaired and the disfigured areas then painted over or otherwise repaired and resurfaced to match the existing finishes to the complete satisfaction of the

CO/COR.

L. DISPOSITION OF REMOVED GOVERNMENT PROPERTY: All materials and equipment to be removed by the contractor and not reinstalled or recycled under this contract, including debris generated by this project, shall be removed at regular intervals from the site and disposed of off-site by the contractor.

Recycling of debris is encouraged. Disposal of materials shall be in conformance with applicable Federal, state, and local pollution regulations at the contractor’s expense.

M. EXCAVATIONS & LANDSCAPING: For all disturbances to grounds, the contractor shall complete final grading within one week of the disturbance/backfilling.

N. FINAL CLEANUP: Upon completion of the project, all equipment and debris will be removed from the site(s) and left in an acceptable condition approved by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

IV. PERMITS:

A. GENERAL: Contractor is required to investigate, submit for any permits necessary for the design and construction of this project. All permit applications shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The Contractor shall pay all permit fees. The following section contains an example on some of the various permits the Contractor may be required to obtain for task orders. This is not meant to be a complete list of all required permits. It is still the responsibility of the contractor to obtain all required permits for any construction, whether included in this document or not.

B: SPECIAL PERMITS MAY INCLUDE:

BURN PERMITS: Requires the contractor to obtain a Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Permit prior to conducting any operation that will create a spark or flame. Contact: If an open burn permit is required, the permit request shall be routed through PRIOR to actual open burn efforts. The Owner shall be notified before starting welding or cutting. Fire extinguishers shall be immediately accessible when welding or cutting with an open flame or arc. Welding or cutting with an open flame or arc shall be stopped not less than one hour before leaving the premises.

V. UTILITIES AND SERVICES:

A. COMMERCIAL UTILITIES: Contractor will be permitted the use of the utility services such as electric, gas, sewer, and water. Temporary connections such as portable sanitary facilities are at the contractor’s expense and are subject to approval by the Contracting Officer (CO). Contractor will be responsible for any relocation of existing and/or new construction of commercial utilities to include but not limited to cable, gas, telephone, electrical, etc.

B. TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE CONNECTIONS: Notify the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in advance of temporary water service requirements. All temporary water connections shall be performed by the contractor at the expense of the contractor. Where appropriate, backflow devices will be used. Disconnection of temporary service lines installed and used by the contactor and any subcontractors will require complete removal of the service line at contractor’s expense.

C. UTILITY SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS: The contractor shall submit written notification not less than 14 work days in advance for each planned interruption of a utility service. No single interruption shall exceed eight hours. Utility service interruptions shall not be permitted unless approved by the Contracting Officer (CO). Service interruptions shall be accomplished at other than normal work hours if feasible.

D. ENABLING/DISABLING FIRE ALARMS PANELS: Not Applicable

E. FIRE HYDRANT CONNECTION: Not Applicable

VI. MAINTENANCE INFORMATION:

A. OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS: Not Applicable

B. SPARE PARTS LIST: Not Applicable

C. ON-SITE INSTRUCTION: Not Applicable

D. WARRANTY ITEMS:

1. In addition to any other warranties in this contract, the Contractor warrants, that work performed under this contract conforms to the contract requirements and is free of any defect in equipment, material, or design furnished, or workmanship performed by the Contractor or any subcontractor or supplier at any tier.

2. This warranty shall continue for a period of 1 year from the date of final acceptance of the work. If the Government takes possession of any part of the work before final acceptance, this warranty shall continue for a period of 1 year from the date the Government takes possession.

3. The Contractor shall remedy at the Contractor’s expense any failure to conform, or any defect. In addition, the Contractor shall remedy at the Contractor’s expense any damage to Government-owned or controlled real or personal property, when that damage is the result of:

(a) The Contractor’s failure to conform to contract requirements; or

(b) Any defect of equipment, material, workmanship, or design furnished.

4. The Contractor shall restore any work damaged in fulfilling the terms and conditions of this clause. The Contractor’s warranty with respect to work repaired or replaced will run for 1 year from the date of repair or replacement.

5. The Contracting Officer (CO) shall notify the Contractor, in writing, within a reasonable time after the discovery of any failure, defect, or damage. There shall be a maximum 24-hour response time by the Contractor on all warranty items installed under this contract and identified as either malfunctioning or inoperative after acceptance of the item. The Contractor shall notify both the CO or their designated representative and the Inspector of the date, place, and time that the contractor will be on location to determine the cause of the problem. Response time shall be defined as the time from when the CO contacts the Contractor until the time the Contractor is present at the location of the equipment with the appropriate personnel to determine the problem and what is necessary to correct the problem. Warranty items shall be defined as all equipment, components, appurtenances, and wiring installed and the labor and materials necessary to install said items.

6. If the Contractor fails to remedy any failure, defect, or damage within five working days after receipt of notice, the Government shall have the right to replace, repair, or otherwise remedy the failure, defect, or damage at the Contractor’s expense.

7. With respect to all warranties, express or implied, from subcontractors, manufacturers, or suppliers for work performed and materials furnished under this contract, the Contractor shall:

(a) Obtain all warranties that would be given in normal commercial practice;

(b) Require all warranties to be executed, in writing, for the benefit of the Government, if directed by the Contracting Officer; and

(c) Enforce all warranties for the benefit of the Government, if directed by the Contracting Officer.

8. In the event the Contractor’s warranty under paragraph (b) of this clause has expired, the Government may bring suit at its expense to enforce a subcontractor’s, manufacturers, or supplier’s warranty.

9. Unless a defect is caused by the negligence of the Contractor or subcontractor or supplier at any tier, the Contractor shall not be liable for the repair of any defects of material or design furnished neither by the Government nor for the repair of any damage that result from any defect in Government-furnished material or design.

10. This warranty shall not limit the Government’s rights under the Inspection and Acceptance clause of this contract with respect to latent defects, gross mistakes, or fraud.

E. SHORING AND SAFETY: All safety practices must be followed under OSHA requirements.

F. SUBSTITUTION OF MATERIALS AND/OR EQUIPMENT: The Contractor shall submit plans and informational data and component equivalent information if the Contractor proposes a piece of equipment and/or accessories on other than that specified. The Contracting Officer (CO) reserves the right to reject or accept any or all of the proposed changes based on completeness, clarity, and other requirements of the plans and specifications. When the Contractor requests approval of substitute materials and/or equipment, it shall be understood and agreed that such substitution, if approved, will be made without cost to the government, regardless of changes in all other appurtenances.

G. BRAND NAMES: References in specifications to any brand name equipment or materials shall be regarded as establishing a standard of quality and shall not be construed as limiting competition. The Contractor may submit proposed equal equipment and/or materials for government consideration during the submittal process of the contract after award.

H. ENVIRONMENTAL WORK: All safety practices must be followed under OSHA requirements.

I. PRODUCTS NOT ALLOWED: Materials containing asbestos and the use of lead based materials as well as any other known hazards are prohibited.

J. OZONE DEPLETING CHEMICALS: Ozone Depleting Chemicals, Class I and II listed at http://www.epa.gov/ozone/science/ods/ are to be recovered by the Contractor and disposed of according to regulatory requirements. Any Freon in current systems must be re-claimed/captured for recycling or re-use by the contractor. Disconnection of existing piping to allow Freon to escape into the atmosphere will not be permitted. Ozone Depleting Chemicals may not be sold or given away to private industry unless otherwise specified by the government.

K. RECYCLE: The existing equipment and all debris must be removed from the job site and recycled or properly disposed. Recycle all ferrous and non-ferrous metals from the project. The Contractor shall also recycle general administrative refuse associated with this project. This refuse includes cardboard, plastic bottles, plastic soda bottles, aluminum cans, and mixed paper.

L. PHOTOGRAPHS:

Purpose Electrical Map for Line Bore to Pavilion.

Breaker Box

Pavilion in Picnic Area

Inside Pavilion in Picnic Area

M. NATURAL GAS CONNECTIONS: Not applicable

N. PESTICIDE APPLICATIONS: Not Applicable

O. BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVISES: Not Applicable

P: ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: Contractors will reduce environmental risks, promote pollution prevention, and meet all regulatory requirements during the execution and completion of the contract.

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