B08_Solicitation_Attachment_1_SOW_MIMA_GOWING_CLARK_LEAD_ABATEMENT.docx

United States Department of the Interior

National Park Service Minute Man National Historical Park 174 Liberty Street Concord, MA 01742

STATEMENT OF WORK

Lead Abatement Gowing-Clark House 663 Lexington Rd Concord, MA 01742

DATE: MARCH 25, 2025

Table of Contents

Section 1.0 General Section 2.0 Requirements Section 3.0 Scope of Work Section 4.0 Government-Furnished Property Section 5.0 Security Section 6.0 Period of Performance Section 7.0 Contractor’s Use of Premises Section 8.0 Restrictions Section 9.0 Definitions

SECTION 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Purpose of Contract: Due to the age of the house and previous Lead-Based Paint (LBP) testing results the Selected Contractor shall update the building to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Lead in Construction Standard 29 CFR 1926.62 and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing. The HUD Guidelines complement regulations and other directives and guidelines that have been issued by HUD, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Consumer Product Safety Commission, National Park Service, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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 The Selected Contractor shall be responsible for their own transportation to the Park. 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 The Selected Contractor shall adhere to 20 CFR 1910, OSHA 1926.62 Lead Safety and Health Regulations for Construction and any other Federal, State and local laws and regulations to fully comply with this requirement.

1.2.3 Any and all applicable personal protective equipment shall be provided by the contractor to contract employees consistent with Federal, State and local laws.

1.2.4 The Selected Contractor is responsible for offsite disposal of all waste generated by this project in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. For clarification of any requirements made by the U.S. Office of Public Health, please consult the contract COR.

1.3 Description of Site: Minute Man National Historical Park stretched though the towns of Concord, Lincoln and Lexington Massachusetts. Located inside the bounds of the park is the Gowing-Clark House at 663 Lexington Road, Concord.

1.3.1 – Historical significance:

The Current house that stands is dated to 1836 with large additions and alterations taking place circa 1868. The Park observes the entirety of the exterior and selections of interior architectural elements to be Character-Defining Features. Thus, caution and consideration must be observed when work is taking place.

1.4 Submittals: The following information shall be submitted by the Contractor to the CO and COR following the award of the contract. The CO and COR shall review these submittals for conformance to the contract requirements and respond within 7 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 Documentation of contractor lead names and phone numbers for staff associated with this contract.

1.4.2 Documentation of licensed de-leader supervisor with Massachusetts Dept. of Labor Standards.

1.4.3 List of all chemical paint stripper(s) and cleaning agents that will be used inside this contracted work.

1.4.4 List of paint(s), primer(s), filler(s), and epoxy(s) that will be used inside this contracted work.

1.4.5 Letter stating full compliance for the building by a certified lead paint inspector after work is complete. Included in this item is the filing with state and local departments stating the work that has been accomplished.

1.5 Bids & Payment: Bids and payment shall be submitted as follows:

1.5.1 Base Bid

Gowing-Clark Lead Abatement

1.5.2 Payment to the selected Contractor shall be provided upon satisfactory completion of the terms of this contract in a single, lump sum payment. Subject to returning of the provided access keys.

SECTION 2.0 REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Provision of Labor & Supplies: The contractor shall provide all labor and supplies necessary to complete this contract.

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

2.3 Quality Control: The Selected Contractor shall complete the scope of work outlined below in section 3.0 delivery and stocking 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 or withheld payment for services not completed.

2.4 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.

SECTION 3.0 SCOPE OF WORK

3.1 Using the results from the provided most resent lead testing of the structure from 03/29/2018, the work out lined would address any findings that are hindering the building from being long term occupied by children under the age of 6 and pregnant women. This work is to encompass the following work tasks:

3.1.1 Doors: 25 wooden colonial raised panel door. Both side and all four edges to be worked to achieve and comply with the most current Massachusetts lead abatement standards. All labeling will follow the door schedule labels as depicted in the attached floor plans document. The removal and replacement of doors for offsite LBP work will be coordinated with the COR.

3.1.2 Door Casings and Jambs: 50 individual casing and door jambs will require best lead abatement practices.

3.1.3 Handrail and Balusters: The combined handrail, balusters, and newel post that make up the work here span rooms 102 and 202.

3.1.4 Exterior Siding: 1200sqft of LBP requires best lead abatement practices. The attached graphics are to coincide with the provided lead paint findings report and current building conditions. Any alterations, substitutions, or changes to locations from the specified areas are to be coordinated with the COR.

3.1.1 Hand scraping of all painted woodwork must be done as to not inflict damage to the elements that are being scraped.

3.1.2 Any and all mechanical sanding must be accompanied with the use of a HEPA vacuum. Mechanical sanding is to be use only where necessary and not in replacement for hand sanding.

3.1.3 At the completion of the contracted work the COR will perform a walkthrough of the site to conduct a wipe test on all surfaces in the vicinity.

SECTION 4.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

4.1 Existing Testing Results: The Government will provide the findings and report of the most currant testing of the building.

4.2 Keys: The Government will provide keys for entrance to building for the duration of the contracted work.

4.2.1 COR will distribute and collect keys at the beginning and end of the contract.

4.2.1 Loss or inability to return keys by the completion of the contracted work would result in the holding of $250 per key. See 1.5.2

SECTION 5.0 SECURITY

5.1 Public Safety: Contractor shall take necessary safety measures to ensure public safety while performing their duties. This includes preventing any member of the public from enter the work site, leaving hazardous materials unsecured or operating motor vehicles on Park roads/trails. COR shall provide direction to the contractor if the need arises to clarify Park safety policies and protocols.

5.2 Vehicle Parking: Contractor will be allowed to park vehicles in areas designated by Site Plans and in coordination with COR. Contractor shall not park in access ways that are designated for firefighting equipment or that would impede evacuation from a facility in the event of an emergency. See Section 7.6.

SECTION 6.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

6.1 Base Contract: The contract shall commence on or about 06/01/2025. The period of performance for the base contract is 60 days after issuance of Notice to Proceed, ending on or about 07/31/2025.

SECTION 7.0 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

7.1 Hours: All work to be between the hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm. All rental services shall be coordinated within these hours.

7.2 Scheduling Access: The Selected Contractor shall be responsible for planning and scheduling its service with the COR.

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 and power are available at this location.

7.5 Use of Dumpsters: The Selected Contractor is responsible for disposal of all trash and recycling generated by the contract and shall dispose of all trash and recycling off site. Reference 1.2.4 for more information.

7.6 Vehicle Parking & Storage: The Selected Contractor shall be granted use of the existing parking at the work site. Vehicles or trailers are not to be stored in the park overnight without permission and coordination for the COR.

SECTION 8.0 RESTRICTIONS

8.1 Smoking Policy: Ensure that the Selected Contractor’s employees adhere to Park’s ‘No Smoking Policy’. No smoking is allowed inside or within 50 feet of any park facility.

SECTION 9.0 DEFINITIONS

9.1 Federal Holidays are as follows: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day; the preceding Friday when one of the above holidays falls on a Saturday; the following Monday when one of the above holidays falls on a Sunday.

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