C04b - FS-SOW-KAW Access Control Repairs.pdf

Superior National Forest – KAW Access Control Repairs

Superior National Forest Kawishiwi Access Control

Repairs Scope of Work (SOW)

Dated: 2026

Background The Kawishiwi Ranger District within the Superior National Forests has a need to repair two exterior entrances and one interior entrance that no longer allow access to employees using their key fobs. The goal of this contract is to have the contractor troubleshoot and repair the access control system at these entrances.

Entrance Door to Be Repaired

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.0 Description of Services:

The contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, personnel, transportation, materials, equipment, and supplies, except as otherwise specified, necessary to provide services at the Kawishiwi Ranger District located in Ely, MN. All work shall be performed in accordance with this statement of work and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

2.0 Location and Description:

The project is located within the Superior National Forest at the Kawishiwi Ranger District located in Ely, MN. The Kawishiwi Ranger District is located at the following address:

Kawishiwi Ranger District 1393 Highway 169 Ely, MN 55731

2.1 Accessibility:

The site is accessible by a paved driveway and parking lot. The driveway and parking lot are routinely clear of snow during the winter months.

3.0 Performance Period:

This project is expected to be completed 90 days after the award of the contract.

4.0 Prework Conference:

Prior to commencement of work, the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) will schedule a meeting with the contractor to discuss the contract terms, work requirements and schedule. At the conference, the Contractor shall designate, in writing, the name and phone number of the Contractor’s on-site representative and their contract responsibilities and authority.

5.0 Contractor Representative:

Provide an onsite contract representative who will oversee the performance of the work specified in this contract. Designate in writing to the CO, the name of the contract representative and an alternate(s) who shall have the authority to authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. Notify the CO/COR at least 10 work days in advance of any subsequent change of personnel in this position. Replacement personnel shall have the same level or better experience as the person being replaced.

6.0 Government-Furnished Items:

Not applicable- Contractor shall be responsible for all materials, supplies and services.

7.0 Hours of Operation:

The contractor may work Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

8.0 Federal Holidays:

No work shall be performed on a Federal holiday.

9.0 Bio-Based Cleaning Products:

Not applicable

10.0 Qualifications Of Contractor Or Employees:

The Contractor and his/her employees shall be capable and experienced in the type of work mentioned below in section 14.0 Tasks. The on-site supervisor shall have experience and demonstrated ability in the tasks mentioned in section 14.0 Tasks. The Contractor shall provide a list of employees authorized to work under this contract.

11.0 Safety and General Requirements:

11.1 Safety

The Contractor shall comply with all Federal and State safety requirements for the type of work to be performed. Refer to the Occupation Safety and Health Standards (OSHA) for details of these and other safety requirements.

11.2 General

The Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to minimize and restore all construction impacts. All existing work and conditions impacted or modified by the contractor shall be replaced with like kind at the contractor’s expense.

11.2.1 Damages

All cutting, patching and repairs on systems shall be coordinated with COR at the weekly construction meeting in advance of the work. The Contractor is responsible to fix, and repair affected areas on un-approved work to the original condition or better.

11.2.2 Housekeeping

Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition always. At the end of the work week a more thorough cleanup and policing shall be performed. All debris shall be removed and properly disposed.

11.2.3 Smoking

Smoking inside Forest Service buildings is prohibited, cigarette butts shall not be discarded on the ground.

12.0 Work Items:

It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to identify all work elements and determine dimensions and generate quantities to bid on the project accordingly. If any missing elements or deviations are discovered, please bring to the attention of the CO prior to submitting bid package. All measurements are approximate. The contractor shall verify all dimensions in the field and generate their own quantities for work provided. All incidental items not specifically listed in this contract are to be included in the bid to provide the government with a finished operating product.

Existing conditions:

The current access control system uses the Schlage wireless ENGAGE platform.

Two Exterior Entrances

• Operated using ENGAGE CTE Controllers with Schlage wall mounted credential readers.

• Not connected to the Wi-Fi network

• Use push bar electric exit devices

• Do not open to fob even after a Factory Default Reset and Commission of the locks are performed.

One Interior Entrance

• Operated using LEMS wireless mortise lock

• Not connected to the Wi-Fi network

• Does not transmit Bluetooth after Factory Default Reset to Commission the lock.

General:

Work shall consist of troubleshooting and repairing the access control issues at the three doors that no longer allow fob access to employees.

13.0 Site Visit:

A site visit is highly recommended and can be arranged by contacting:

James Anderson 1393 Highway 169 Ely, MN 55731 P:218-365-2044 C:218-504-9506 James.b.anderson@usda.gov

14.0 Tasks:

Costs associated with preparation, clean-up, and disposal shall be included in the following tasks.

14.1: Troubleshoot and repair access control issues at the three entrances.

Photos

Photo of CTE Controller Photo of Credential Reader mailto:James.b.anderson@usda.gov

Photo of LEMS Mortise Lock