BIVC Floor1 Exhibits PWS FINAL.pdf

Performance Work Statement

USACE PORTLAND DISTRICT, BONNEVILLE LOCK AND DAM

Bradford Island Visitor Center, First Floor

Exhibit Redesign

1. GENERAL

1.1 Purpose. The purpose of this requirement is to provide project management, exhibit planning, design and production, installation, and personnel training for exhibit elements, audiovisuals, interpretive signs, and related media, for the Bonneville Lock and Dam Project (Project) managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. All work to be performed under this contract will be directed by the Government in accordance with the procedures outlined in the ordering clauses of this contract.

The purpose of exhibits for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ facilities is to provide interpretive information to the visiting public about the Corps, its missions, the project and facilities, natural and cultural resource management, local wildlife, and the geographic area where the project is located. Completion of this effort will enhance the experience of all visitors including those with disabilities. The objectives of the Corps’ interpretive services program are to:

a. Enhance the public’s understanding of the multidimensional role of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and their contributions to the Nation.

b. Enhance the public’s understanding of the purpose and operation of the Project, the significance of fish populations in the Columbia River Basin region, and the role the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plays in assisting with fish passage around the dam, through intellectual and emotional connections.

c. Incorporate new technological programs, equipment, and electronic applications to reach next generation visitors.

d. Develop public appreciation for the safe and proper use of project resources.

e. Foster the spirit of personal stewardship of public lands.

f. Encourage a “call-to-action” to inspire visitors to actively support stewardship objectives.

g. Aid project personnel in accomplishing management objectives.

1.2 Statement of Work. The Contractor shall provide all services including labor, materials, equipment, travel, and facilities to provide project management, exhibit planning, design, production, testing, fabrication, installation, audiovisuals, interpretive signs, related media, and personnel training for exhibit elements at Bonneville Lock and Dam Project managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in accordance with the attached specifications. Exhibits will be installed on level one of the Bradford Island Visitor Center (Attachment 1).

The Contractor will use guidelines and general themes provided by the Government to create a design plan for the exhibits that are agreed upon by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and contractor.

Contractor will provide a finalized exhibit design, detailed drawings, and graphic designs before any fabrication and installation. The Contractor will create and build the approved exhibits in the Fish Viewing Gallery (level one) of the Bradford Island Visitor Center. The general topic of the Fish Viewing Gallery is fish of the Columbia River, with subtopics including the history of project construction as it’s related to fish passage, juvenile fish passage upriver past the dam, adult fish passage down river past the dam, and fish identification and lifecycle.

Mandatory tasks include:

a. Design Plan: Develop a planning document(s) to incorporate the exhibit upgrades listed below and further develop the ideas listed below into a cohesive, thematic project. Design plan will be refined through an iterative process and is subject to COR and government approval.

b. Interpretive Panels. Design, fabricate and install eight (8) 24” x 36” panels that convey associated themes and sub-themes of the exhibit area. Panels will be floor mounted with double pedestal style, or wall mounted as exhibit space allows. All interpretive content will conform to the interpretive design requirements found in section C-6.

c. Auditory-based exhibits. Design and install two (2) directional auditory exhibits/ features that convey associated themes and sub-themes of the exhibit area. Audio-based displays will utilize high-quality, field-tested, small space directional speakers. One will be an exhibit that utilizes a photo sensor to trigger initiation with the intent to play for that visitor(s) and will not impede on other visitors’ experience. Another feature will utilize water and nature sounds playing quietly on a continuous loop, close to the fish viewing windows. Audio exhibits would benefit from an adaptive volume feature that responds to ambient sounds. Audio exhibits may utilize existing recordings, or contractor may record new audio clips subject to COR approval.

d. Video-based Exhibits: Design and install one (1) on-demand video exhibit that utilize at least five (5) tablet-driven videos or animations. Videos and/or animations will convey associated themes and sub-themes of the exhibit area and may include specific explanations of how adult fish navigate the fish ladders, the functionality of the “corner collector”, “minimum-gap runners”, and the “fish screens” which all benefit juvenile fish, and the lamprey bypass system. Video exhibits may utilize existing videos or animations, or contractor may record new video clips or generate new animations subject to COR approval.

e. Adhesive Wall Wraps: Fabricate and install adhesive wraps on walls as background imagery to complement the themes and sub-themes of the exhibit area. Wraps may be created utilizing high-resolution photographs with adequate dots per inch (d.p.i) ensuring imagery will be crisp and clear at full printed size. (See Attachment 2). Alternately, wraps may be created using existing illustrations, or contractor may create new illustrations as approved by COR. (See Attachment 3). Walls identified for this measure approximately 8 feet high, and there is approximately 60 linear feet of potentially usable space for this feature.

f. Fish Ladder Model: Fabricate a scaled model fish ladder to explain the progression of fish migration up the fish ladders at Bonneville Dam. Model would include portions of the weir system (Attachment

4) and the serpentine system (Attachment 5). Approximate dimensions could be 8 feet long by 2 feet wide, and no more than 3 feet high. (See Attachment 6). Exact dimensions are flexible based on spatial requirements and Contractor recommendations. Include an 18” x 24” interpretive panel describing the feature and pertinent messages.

g. Tactile Fish Displays: Fabricate durable, scientifically accurate fish models designed to be handled repetitively by visitors of all ages, including children. Fish displays will be low-profile and flat-backed for easy wall or rail mount, and include Chinook salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, White Sturgeon, and Pacific Lamprey. (See Attachment 7)

h. Electronic Fish Count Reader Board: Design and install an electronic reader board that displays the current annual fish counts by species. Reader board may be a HD monitor and will be fed by a non-network tablet controller or similar for quick daily updates.

i. Accent lighting. Install accent light projectors. Existing lighting is a standard combination of fluorescent and LED fixtures. Additional accent and/or directional lighting of natural blues, combined with ripple/liquid effects to simulate water movement is desired to enhance and improve the ambiance of the exhibit space. (See Attachment 8.)

Site Limitations:

a. On the far south wall, opposite of the Electrical/ Breaker Room, (see Attachment 1), there is an intermittent, but perennial water leak. Solutions to locate the entry point and/or to remedy the leak have not been determined. Consideration will be made for the type of exhibits on this wall with the potential for water intrusion. I.e., no electrical exhibits on this wall.

b. The specifications for any electrical components will need additional approval from Project electricians to ensure Corps building requirements are met.

1.3 Location.

Bradford Island Visitor Center is located at Exit 40 of Interstate-84, Cascade Locks, OR 97014. (See

Attachment 9). Located in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, 40 miles east of Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, Bonneville Lock and Dam spans the Columbia River and links the two states at river mile 146. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operates and maintains Bonneville Lock and Dam for hydropower production, fish and wildlife protection, recreation, and navigation. Since 1938, Bonneville Dam has supplied the region with inexpensive electrical power, with a maximum output of 1.242 megawatts.

Bradford Island Visitor Center is a Class-A visitor center that sees approximately 600,000 people a year.

Visitors can experience first-hand the operation of a hydroelectric powerhouse, witness marine vessels navigating the lock system, and watch migrating fish traveling upstream at the underwater viewing rooms next to the fish ladders. Discover your Northwest, a non-profit organization, is an important partner in the management of the Visitor Center. Visitor demographics include local residents from the Portland metropolitan area, visitors from elsewhere in the U.S., and international visitors.

SECTION 2

Definitions

2. DEFINITIONS

2.1 Contracting Officer – The person executing this contract on behalf of the Government and any other officer or civilian employee who is properly designated Contracting Officer. This term includes the authorized representative of a Contracting Officer acting within the limits of his/her authority. NOTE: Only a warranted Contracting Officer (either a Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), or an Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO)), acting within their delegated limits, has the authority to issue modifications or otherwise change the terms and conditions of this contract. If an individual other than the Contracting Officer attempts to make changes to the terms and conditions of this contract you shall not proceed with the change and shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer.

2.2 Contractor – The person whose bid is accepted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and who has gained the responsibility of performing the duties governed by the specifications and requirements of the contract.

The term shall include, except as otherwise provided in this contract, the authorized representative of a Contractor acting within the limits of this authority.

2.3 Exhibits – Exhibits may include panels, display cases, video and audio programs, web-based programs, films, movies, slides, photographs, photo murals, scale models or full size models, dimensional maps and displays, dioramas, artifact mounts, soundscapes, and any fixtures, platforms, desks, cabinets, bulletin boards, education materials, curriculum guides, etc., and any elements thereof used to support and compliment visitor information. Exhibits may be interactive, passive, tangible and intangible.

2.4 Project Management - Project Management includes full-time coordination of all work, quality control, on-site meetings, reviews, planning and research documents, all phases of planning and design work, production and installation, production of maintenance manuals, closeout package, and all other work identified in the contract.

2.5 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) – Refers to the person or persons designated and acting on behalf of the Contracting Officer to review and comment on the accuracy of the content of exhibits and related media. These reviewers will include persons who are employees of the Government which have special expertise related to the exhibit content. These experts will provide input for exhibit planning and design, and will serve as reviewers of exhibit plans, designs, and related documents. It is expected that they will review text and graphics, and based on that review, recommended changes will be incorporated by the Contractor into the planning and design documents.

SECTION 3

Government provided Property and Services

3. GOVERNMENT PROVIDED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

3.1 The Corps of Engineers shall provide access to the visitor centers and Project operations areas.

3.2 The Corps of Engineers shall provide to the contractor all necessary reports, plans, documents, photographs, and other pertinent project information available only from them, necessary for the performance of the contract requirements.

3.3 The Corps of Engineers shall provide all environmental, and cultural clearances if necessary.

SECTION 4

Contractor provided Property and Services

4. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

4.1 The Contractor shall provide all services including labor, materials, equipment, travel, and facilities to provide project management, exhibit planning, design, production, testing, fabrication, and installation to complete the work required as outlined in the identified tasks.

4.2 The Contractor shall provide identified USACE personnel training required to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and potentially repair all interpretive exhibits and displays provided by the contractor.

SECTION 5

Specific Tasks

5. SPECIFIC TASKS

5.1 Establish Goals, Parameters, and Tasks.

5.1.1 At the beginning of the project, goals shall be stated, parameters established, and tasks outlined.

Goals may include the project’s interpretive objectives and the desired visitor experience. Parameters may include budget, schedule, and interior space.

5.1.2 When new information results in changes to previous decisions, the Contractor shall discuss with the COR the impact on the project’s development before proceeding.

5.2 Project Schedule

5.2.1 Prepare and submit Project Schedule. Prepare a schedule for the phases of exhibit planning and design as well as for exhibit fabrication and installation.

5.3 Project Budget

5.3.1 Prepare and submit Cost Estimates. Prepare a cost estimate for exhibit planning and design, exhibit fabrication and installation, and a life-cycle cost estimate for annual and long-term operation and maintenance.

5.4 Resource Package

5.4.1 Conduct General Research. Conduct general research to support exhibit planning and design work during the concept planning and design phase. Locate and identify graphics, artifacts, and display objects.

5.4.2 Prepare and Submit Resource Package. Assemble and organize budget and personnel resources for each exhibit: the text, graphics, artifacts, and source information that will be presented in the Project Resource Package. Write the introduction, summary of interpretive themes, textual resource information, labels, and bibliography of books and videos. Assemble the Resource Package in the format and packaging specified in the contract or in accordance with industry standards if not otherwise specified.

5.5 Prepare Conceptual Design Plan

5.5.1 Develop and submit a Conceptual Design Plan using information generated through meetings and research. This plan includes the information gained from task 5.2 and shall include interpretive goals, general content, and interpretive technique for each exhibit, exhibit sketches and floor plan, and a description of proposed architectural modifications.

5.6 Prepare Schematic/ Pre-Final Design Plan

5.6.1 Based on comments received from the COR on the Conceptual Design Plan, develop/prepare and submit a package to provide a visual and narrative description of the exhibits. The document will be used to gain consensus before final design plans are produced. This package includes draft text, a floor plan, perspective view drawings, elevation drawings, and materials/finishes sample board, and may also include audiovisual treatments, graphic and artifact working lists, and typographic samples. The contractor shall provide a presentation of the schematic package to the staff at Bonneville Lock and Dam.

5.7 Perspective View Drawings

5.7.1 Prepare Perspective View Drawings. Develop and render perspective view drawings of the exhibit spaces which will help reviewers to visualize the appearance of the exhibits when they are installed. The drawings shall include major architectural features, sketches of exhibits, and figures of visitors for scale. Number of drawings, angles of view, content, color, and art medium shall be as agreed to and specified.

5.8 Exhibit Labels

5.8.1 Write Exhibit Labels/Text. Write label copy for all proposed exhibits as specified in the contract.

Provide copies of the text in hard copy form as well as digital via either email or file sharing site. Format must be in MS Word.

5.9 Audiovisual, Computer and Multimedia Programs

5.9.1 Provide audiovisual treatments for all audiovisual, computer, and electronically controlled programs. These treatments will include an outline of the subject matter to be presented, a description of the sequence of events and options visitors will encounter, and a description of the materials, equipment, software, and structures associated with the program. Ensure that all specified items are obtainable.

5.10 Models and Prototypes

5.10.1 Fabricate scale models and/or prototypes. The level of detail and scale of such models shall be as agreed to and specified.

5.11 Material, Color and Finish Samples

5.11.1 Provide samples for all colors, materials, and finishes specified for exhibits. The samples shall be mounted on a presentation board or secured within a ringed binder.

5.12 Prepare Graphic and Artifact Layout

5.12.1 Prepare Layouts. Prepare a layout page for each graphic and artifact in the project. Include the final dimensions of graphics, and crop marks for graphics.

5.13 Graphics Package

5.13.1 Prepare Graphics Package. Acquire all reproducible negatives, transparencies, slides, prints, or other image formats that will be used to reproduce graphics during the Production Phase of the project. Assemble proposed graphics in a notebook(s) clearly labeled. Exhibit Identification Numbers must be clearly displayed on each sheet which refers back to the layout for placement.

5.14 Acquire Use Rights

5.14.1 For each graphic in the project Graphics Package, determine if it is necessary to acquire use rights.

Acquire one-time use rights on behalf of the Government or Project for all graphics which legally require such permission, and pay the fees required for such rights. Provide to the COR all documentation demonstrating that rights have been secured and if use rights are not required, then explain why not. Include this documentation in the Graphic Package notebook(s). Integrate revised credit lines into the Planning and Design documents. Notify the COR promptly of any issues concerning use rights disputes or price negotiations problems.

5.15 Equipment Schedules

5.15.1 Develop Equipment Schedules/Cut Sheets. Provide an organized schedule of all equipment to be used in the exhibits such as lighting fixtures, audiovisual equipment, computers, mechanical devices, specialized fasteners, non-standard materials, and other elements not covered elsewhere in the Final Package. Provide sources, salient characteristics, and cut sheets for all items.

5.16 Final Package

5.16.1 Based on comments provided by the COR, prepare, and submit the final exhibit plan which will be used as a production package. The final exhibit plan includes final text, materials/finishes sample boards, audiovisual treatments, graphic layout drawings, exhibit structural drawings, a lighting plan, an electrical plan, typographic samples, and reference and style packages for original art, sculptures, models, and other display items.

Contractor may propose alternate design package format. Such format must be approved by COR.

5.17 Fabrication and Installation

5.17.1 Project Management: Scheduling, coordinating, overseeing, and managing work produced and installed under this contract.

5.17.2 Exhibit Structures: Fabrication of all exhibit elements including cabinetry, panels, platforms, natural resource exhibits, or other exhibit elements.

5.17.3 Electrical, Mechanical and Audiovisual: Purchase, fabricate, assemble, install into buildings, or floor plans and exhibit structures, and thoroughly test all electrical and mechanical devices, including lighting.

Purchase and install audiovisual equipment into the exhibit structures, including electrical components to provide and ensure fully operational audiovisual systems for each exhibit unit.

5.17.4 Photographs: Production of all photographic images.

5.17.5 Graphics: Production of all graphics elements, whatever the medium.

5.17.6 Artifacts: Preparation of artifact mounts for installation, including design, production, and installation.

5.17.7 Setup and installation of all exhibit elements, including training of personnel in the operation and maintenance of exhibits and audiovisuals. The contractors will clean up all unused material, debris, and dust in area after each job performed.

5.18 Project Closeout Package

Preparation and submittal of project closeout components shall be in accordance with Industry Standards and shall include but not be limited to the following as relevant to work issued:

5.18.1 Artifacts, photographs, documents, drawings, references, and other source materials furnished by the Government, Project, or Receiving Work Location to the Contractor shall be returned unaltered and undamaged.

5.18.2 Maintenance Manuals. Two hard copy manuals and one electronic copy shall be prepared and submitted. Manuals shall be prepared and content developed in accordance with Industry Standards to include but not limited to: Contractor Information; Index; Cleaning Instructions; Repair Instructions; Artifact Care and Handling; Product List and Catalog Cuts; Warranties; Exhibit Access Instructions; Exhibit Electrical and Mechanical Instructions; As-Builts for Electrical, Lighting, and Wiring; Color and Finish Samples; As-Built Exhibit Plan; As-Built Exhibit Drawings; Exhibit Assembly drawings, details, narrative, and photos.

5.18.3 Audio Visual Operations Manuals. Two hard copy manuals and one electronic copy shall be prepared and submitted in accordance with Industry Standards to include but not limited to: Contractor Information;

Index; System Block diagrams; System Block Overview descriptions; Daily System Startup and Shutdown Procedures; System Adjustments; Troubleshooting Guide; Maintenance Procedures; Parts List – make – model-supplier(s) – price – replacement schedule – etc.; As-Built Wiring Diagrams; Manufacturer’s Installation, Maintenance, and User Instruction Manuals.

5.18.4 Photo Negatives, Artwork Originals, Consents, and Source Material Manuals. One hard copy and one electronic copy shall be prepared and submitted as specified in the contract. Art and Photos shall be scanned in high resolution.

5.18.5 Design files. The Contractor shall provide one hard copy and one electronic copy of all raw design files using a design-based program (InDesign or Illustrator).

5.18.6 Photographs of the Installed Exhibits. The Contractor shall submit photographs as specified in the contract.

5.18.7 Samples. All samples, models, mock-ups, etc., as submitted to the COR during review of work are the property of the Government. The COR will inform the Contractor which samples are no longer of use and can be discarded and which shall be included in the closeout package.

5.19 Contractor’s Standard Warranties. All exhibits and exhibit elements must be fully warranted under the Contractor’s standard warranty period, which shall be specified in the Contractor Quote, and shall be no less than one year from the date of the installation and Government’s final acceptance of the exhibit. The Contractor shall repair and/or replace any deficiencies, defects, and malfunctions at no cost or expense to the Government, Project, or Receiving Work Location. Warranties shall be covered by a manufacturer or by the Contractor at the Contractor’s expense.

5.20 Contractor’s Telephone Support. At no additional cost, for a minimum of two (2) years from the date of the Government’s, Project’s, or Receiving Work Location’s final acceptance of the exhibit, the Contractor shall provide technical support services for verbal and written correspondence, instruction and information pertaining to the performance, operation, and maintenance of the exhibit.

SECTION 6

Interpretive Design Requirements

6. INTERPRETIVE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

6.1 Self-explanatory operation. Interpretive exhibits shall not be dependent on the use of personnel for their effectiveness. Rather, they should use a self-explanatory, visitor-actuated means of presentation.

6.2 Ease of Maintenance. Exhibits shall feature ease of maintenance with necessary repairs accomplished by field personnel or expertise that is locally available. The design shall avoid use of one-of-a-kind audio-visual components and shall instead specify off-the-shelf equipment. All exhibits shall have easy access for the maintenance of light bulbs, wiring, and exhibit updating.

6.3 Flexibility. Provisions shall be made for flexibility in interpretive treatment. Changing use patterns in the decades ahead may necessitate updating the interpretive program.

6.4 Design Longevity. Interpretive media shall utilize basic good design criteria, avoiding faddish design, typography, illustration styles, or graphics that may appear outdated within a short time. Visual appearances should be handled in such a way as to provide for a life span of a minimum of ten years following installation.

6.5 Design. The design theme for all exhibits, signing, and literature formats shall be uniform and consistent with the basic Portland District design elements provided. All such materials and media shall relate to one another visually and graphically. Exhibits shall harmonize with the architecture of the building as well.

Where specified by the COR, USACE branding, and graphics will be utilized.

6.6 Visual Interest. Exhibits shall, wherever possible, be designed in such a way as to avoid the “flat panel” effect, utilizing dimension, color, lighting, and other means to convey and communicate their message.

6.7 Real Objects. Wherever possible, actual “objects” shall be used to lend authenticity to the visitor experience and heighten communication of concepts. Use of historical artifacts, natural objects, and actual items of equipment can often provide a simple yet inexpensive and relatively maintenance-free way to provide visitor interest and provide visual impact to the exhibits. Combined with judicious use of mechanical interactive and audio-visual devices, such objects can be powerful and effective communication media.

6.8 Visitor Participation. Quotes should emphasize creative and innovative hands-on (participatory) exhibit design. Interpretive media shall, within the limitations imposed by budgets, maintenance considerations, or visitor numbers, invite participation and involvement, making the visitor a participant in the interpretive experience rather than merely an observer.

6.9 Touchable Objects. Except in the case of valuable, delicate, or irreplaceable items, artifacts and objects shall be displayed without the use of glass or other unnecessary barriers between viewer and object. Where appropriate visitors shall be allowed and encouraged to touch and feel objects.

6.10 AV Exhibit Elements. Audio-visual (AV) techniques shall be utilized to communicate narrative sequences or other concepts especially suited to audio-visual media. Length of A/V productions shall be strictly limited to the minimum time necessary to communicate the material. All A/V productions shall be prepared and presented in a professional manner, avoiding “home-made” shows or other amateur presentations.

6.11 Principles of Interpretation. Exhibits shall be designed with Tilden’s Principles of Interpretation in mind. Information presented in exhibits and media shall be concise, simple, and straightforward. Simplicity of concept and in means of communication shall guide all design and layout decisions. No attempt shall be made to overwhelm visitors with a “book on a wall” approach. Casual visitors shall be able to understand the concepts being communicated without having to read text or look at every element. At the same time, the subject matter shall be covered in sufficient depth to satisfy the visitor who has more than a casual interest.

6.12 Themes and Storylines. The Contractor shall develop themes, subthemes, and storyline elements that support the Interpretive Objectives listed in Section 1 and in coordination with Project staff and COR. It is left up to the Contractor to propose how the themes will be presented based on their talents and expertise and the guidelines presented in this contract.

6.13 Universal Design Required. The Contractor’s exhibit design shall comply with the Principles of

Universal Design. Access for viewing and interactive use shall be ensured for a variety of visitors with disabilities including, but not limited to, the visually and hearing impaired and those utilizing a wheelchair. All exhibits (including hands-on exhibits) shall be universally accessible to persons with disabilities, i.e., video productions shall be captioned, audio programs shall have assistance devices, and be physically accessible. Reference: Smithsonian Guidelines for Accessible Exhibition Design.

6.14 Visitor Safety. Exhibits and all associated exhibit elements must strive to eliminate potential injury hazards, such as narrow access ways, sharp exposed corners, etc.

6.15 Interpretive Expertise. In addition to general design and fabrication staff, Contractor shall utilize the expertise of an interpretive writer for development of title/text elements of proposed exhibits. In developing the proposed exhibits, Contractor must utilize the review and comments of a staff member, who has an interpretive background.

SECTION 7

Appliable Publications and Forms

7. APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS AND FORMS

7.1 Below is a list of applicable regulations and publications that the Contractor shall use to perform the duties required under this contract unless otherwise directed or specified:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Project Operations - Recreation Operations and Maintenance Guidance and Procedures, ER 113-2-550, Nov 1996, Ch. 5 Visitor Center Program https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerRegulations/ER_1130-2-550.pdf

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, 30 Nov 2014. Available at: https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf

Smithsonian Guidelines for Accessible Exhibition Design, Available at: https://www.sifacilities.si.edu/sites/default/files/Files/Accessibility/accessible-exhibition-design1.pdf

Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), 6 September 1991. Available at https://www.ada.gov/2010ADAstandards_index.htm

Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS), 49 FR 31528, April 1, 1988. Available at: https://www.access-board.gov/aba/ufas.html

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Graphics Standards Manual, EP 310-1-6, 1 June 2006. Available at: https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerPamphlets/EP_310-1-6.pdf

SECTION 8

Performance Schedule

8. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

8.1 Project Schedule. The Contractor shall complete all work required under this contract in compliance with the schedule provided below. All tasks shall be completed within one (1) year after the date of contract award.

8.1.1 Content Development Schedule- The Contractor shall submit a revised content development schedule ten (10) calendar days after the date of award.

8.1.2 Conceptual Design 30%– The Contractor shall submit a Conceptual Design Package within 60 calendar days of COR’s approval of the Content Development Schedule.

8.1.3 Schematic/ 75% Pre-Final Design Submittal –The Contractor shall provide a Schematic/ 75% Pre-

Final Design Package to include complete draft exhibit text, final floor plan, AV treatments, a series of prototypes, samples of key exhibit elements, graphic design drawings, finished shop drawings, and engineering specifications within 60 calendar days from government approval of the 30% Conceptual Design Package. The design package shall be broken out by mandatory tasks and will be subject to review and possible re-design prior to the final design package submittal.

8.1.4 Final Design –100% Submittal – The Contractor shall provide a 100% Final Design Package within

30 calendar days from government approval of the Schematic/ 75% Pre-Final Design Package. The final design package shall be broken out by mandatory tasks.

8.1.5 Fabrication – Upon approval of the Final Design Package by the government, the Contractor shall complete all fabrication phase deliverables as funding allows and the Contracting Officer directs, including final graphics, final AV elements, and all exhibit fabrication within 100 calendar days.

8.1.6 Installation – Upon approval by the government of the Fabrication Phase deliverables, the

Contractor shall complete the following within 100 calendar days: installation of the exhibits and related requirements, training of project staff and any other work remaining under the contract. Installation should occur in a sequential manner so as to expedite delivery.

The contractor is responsible for all clean up, debris removal, and restoration of room after completion. All work shall be performed during daylight hours between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

No work shall be performed outside of these times, or on Saturday or Sunday, or on Federal Holidays, unless approved by the Park Manager. The Federal Holidays are listed below:

Holiday New Year’s Day Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Washington’s Birthday

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Juneteenth National Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Work will be scheduled and coordinated with the Park Manager through the COR to eliminate or minimize the impact of closure or restricted access caused by the contractors work on the general public.

The Government is not responsible for providing storage areas or facilities for the storage of Contractor supplies, materials, and equipment.

If completed work does not conform to contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor correct the deficiency to bring them into conformity with the requirements. Correction of deficiencies shall not entitle the Contractor to an increase of the unit price contained in the awarded contract. If the Contractor fails to promptly correct unsatisfactory work or fails to take necessary action to ensure future work is in compliance with the contract requirements, the Government may proceed with any rights or remedies detailed within the contract clauses and terms.

SECTION 9

Additional Information

9.1 Warranty:

The contractor shall provide a one-year written warranty for all work performed under this contract.

9.2 Property Damage:

The contractor shall use reasonable care to avoid damaging existing buildings, equipment, facilities, and structures during the performance of the specified work. If the Contractor, Contractor employees, or persons acting on behalf of the Contractor fail to use reasonable care and Government property is damaged, the contractor shall repair or replace the damaged property at no expense to the Government. Property damage caused by the Contractor or persons/employees acting on behalf of the Contractor shall be reported to the COR and the Park Manager on the day of occurrence or on the first working day following the occurrence.

9.3 Insurance:

The contractor shall provide to the Park Manager, and maintain during the entire performance of this contract, the following: Insurance Type – General Liability (Bodily Injury and Property Damage Combined) Minimum Amounts of Liability $1,000,000. Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Aggregate. The contractor is required to provide a Certificate of Insurance to the Park Manager at the time of the pre-work conference.

9.4 Safety Requirements:

Performance of all work shall assure complete safety to public visitors, Government employees, Contractor employees, and all other persons in the area. The Contractor shall comply with any pertinent requirements contained in the Corps of Engineers Safety Manual (EM 385-1-1), current at the time of award. Furthermore, the Contractor shall comply with pertinent occupational safety and health standards as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

The Contractor shall provide their personnel with any personal protective apparel and equipment required by the Safety Manual (EM 385-1-1) and, as necessary, eliminate or minimize hazards to personnel. As a minimum, each employee shall wear a hard hat, shirt (with sleeves), long trousers, fall protection harness with lanyard if required and protective shoes/boots during all contract work. Contractor employees shall utilize other safety equipment such as: hearing protection devices, work gloves, or protective glasses/goggles whenever required by the safety manual.

9.5 Pre-Work Conference: The contractor is required to attend a pre-work conference (virtual option will be provided as needed), to be scheduled by the Park Manager, within 10 business days after the date of award. Prior to the pre-work conference, the contractor shall be responsible for providing an approved Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), and information pertaining to any scaffolding systems or aerial lifting devices to be used including model number, height, weight and capacity of lift. All scaffolding systems and aerial lifting devices must be in compliance with the Safety Manual (EM 385-1-1).

Antiterrorism (AT) and Operations Security (OPSEC) Required Training for On-Post

1. General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures --this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

2. Antiterrorism (AT) Level I Training: All contract personnel requiring routine access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas, or requiring network access shall complete initial and annual refresher AT Level I awareness training. Online AT Level I awareness training is available at https://jko.jten.mil/ (website subject to change).

3. Physical security and access control requirements: All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on a DoD installation in the US shall be vetted by the installation/facility Provost Marshal/Directorate of Emergency Services/Security Office using the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification Index (commonly referred to as “NCIC-III”) and Terrorist Screening Database (commonly referred to as “TSDB”). Contract personnel shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements specified in installation/facility policies and procedures. Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

4. Suspicious Activity Reporting training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something): All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior, and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity.

5. Escorting in classified and/or sensitive areas: In accordance with applicable regulations, all contract personnel who do not possess the appropriate security clearance or access privileges will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified information or operations, sensitive information or activities, or restricted areas.

6. Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements.

Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

INVOICE REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor will provide an invoice upon the completion of the installation work that includes the following information:

Contractor’s Name and Address Contract Number Invoice Number and Date Itemized listing of work performed Invoice Point of Contract (POC) Signature of Contractor or Contractor’s representative

PAYMENT

Payment will be made by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), upon acceptance of the completed work and providing final invoice. The contractor is required to provide a Unique Entity Identifier, and must be registered with SAM. The Unique Entity Identifier and a Federal Tax I.D. must be entered on the quote sheet. Failure to provide all information requested on the quote sheet and to complete SAM registration may be grounds for considering the quote unresponsive.

Mail or email invoice(s) to the following:

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR):

Ramon Nino Bonneville Lock and Dam Exit 40, I-84 Cascade Locks, OR 97014 Email: Ramon.Nino@usace.army.mil

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