SOW_2014_06_01_r1.pdf

Scope of Work Condition Assessment and estimate

Solomon Courthouse Portland, OR

1. The purpose of this Scope of Work (SOW) is to assess condition of two exterior materials at Solomon Courthouse, 620 Main St., Portland, OR and test different methods for restoring and maintaining them. A recent exterior condition assessment was completed but did not include the crumbling sandstone condition that appears only around the three main entrance doors. It appears to have been treated with a substance that is causing the sandstone to turn to sand.

The exterior doors are of architectural bronze and have large decorative screens.

The metal is dirty and showing wear, particularly at the bottom of the doors. GSA needs means and methods and cost estimate for restoring the metal and stone.

2. Project Information:

Project Name: Bronze door and sandstone entrance restoration methodology study and follow on work (contingent on funds available).

Project Location: Main Street façade, Solomon Courthouse (The courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.)

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): Provided when contract is granted

3. Scope of Work. Building Exterior

Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment and materials required to perform work as described in these specifications at the Solomon Courthouse.

Conservator will survey, assess, recommend and test treatment. The Conservator shall provide all management, supervision, manpower, equipment and supplies necessary to perform the work specified herein. (Electricity and water are available on site.) The Chief Conservator will be responsible for providing the necessary professional services to ensure that the proposed conservation and treatment will have no adverse effects upon the aesthetic, historic, and physical integrity of the artwork. Conservation treatments must be reversible and cannot endanger the physical welfare or historic value of the architecture. The known character of the tile should not be modified. Decayed parts of a structure will be conserved, not replaced. The treatment prescribed shall be the safest and least aggressive method so as not to compromise the original integrity of the design, following the principles of the American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice. Untested or unproven treatments and techniques will not be recommended without full explanation and discussion of pros and cons with GSA preservation officer.

The conservator shall perform the following services:

a. Make a thorough on-site examination and testing of architectural arts or features to determine the nature and extent of the damage and an appropriate treatment. While performing the on-site examination and non-destructive tests the conservator shall consider all environmental, material, historic and other harmful factors that may affect the architectural elements. Contractor shall clean all residue and debris from the cleaning process from all sidewalks, platforms, pavement, etc. No materials shall be placed in building waste receptacles or dumpster.

b. Prepare one digital and one hard copy of a written Condition

Assessment and Treatment Recommendation Report, and digital photographs taken at the time of the investigation and before treatment(s), adequately detailing the examination, findings, and recommendations for treatment. Reports must be written in Word 2007 or later version. There should be an adequate number of photographs to completely document the condition of the material and the conservators’ treatment recommendations. All photographs must be clearly labeled and include the date. Upon finding a successful methodology as agreed upon by Project Manager, prepare estimate for performing treatment.

4. General Requirements:

Contractor Qualifications

a. The work requires verifiable knowledge, skills and abilities specifically related to historic restoration and preservation. Contractors and sub-contractors must meet all qualifications defined by the Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works and the and be approved by GSA’s Historic Preservationist.

b. Contractor shall have a graduate degree in conservation and experience with historic bronze and sandstone.

c. All work shall be performed in accordance with the best practices of the trade.

d. The project shall take place within 90 days of signing of the contract.

e. Provide safety barricades, tape, etc as needed to protect the public and government employees.

f. All work to be performed shall be coordinated with the Property Manager, Ed Solbach and GSA Project Manager, Rebecca Nielsen.

5. Use of Premises & Working Hours:

Work shall be performed during normal working hours: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

No parking provided.

Security requirements: Security clearance not required if contractor working outside.

6. Contacts:

Contracting Officer: Khristine Wolfe.

Wolfe, Khristine (10PCQ) Contract Specialist khristine.wolfe@gsa.gov

Phone: (253) 931-7435

Acquisition Solutions Branch

400 15TH ST SW

AUBURN WA

98001-6505

GSA Preservation Officer:

Rebecca Nielsen Rebecca.nielsen@gsa.gov 253-931-7192 Cell 253-394-2571

Property manager

Solbach, Ed (10PSSF) Building Manager Ed.Solbach@gsa.gov

Phone: (503) 326-5266 Fax: (503) 326-7101 Cell: (503) 969-1123

Field Office

620 SW MAIN ST

Room: 108

PORTLAND OR

97205-3037

(End of Scope of Work) mailto:khristine.wolfe@gsa.gov mailto:Rebecca.nielsen@gsa.gov mailto:Ed.Solbach@gsa.gov