Statement of Work

Pavement Marking at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

Massachusetts

1.0 Introduction & Overview

Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) requires the installation of pavement markings on existing pavement. The existing pavement markings are faded.

The work is located at the Parker River NWR, located on Plum Island in Newbury, Massachusetts. The location is Refuge Road, Newbury, MA. The refuge visitor center lot is located at 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA 01950.

1.1 Scope of Work

Prospective bidders are responsible for inspecting the site and satisfying themselves as to the condition under which they will work or which will affect the work in any manner.

1.2 Period of Performance

The work shall be completed within 60 days from notice to proceed.

1.3 Project Safety / Operational Restrictions

The Contractor shall be responsible for strict compliance with all provisions of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CFR 1926 during performance of the work.

With the exception of the following stipulation, the facility will continue normal operations during the performance of the contract. Stipulation: The Refuge Road, south of the entrance gate, will be closed to all public access during that period when the Contractor is completing pavement marking. The road will re-open for visitor access as soon as paint conditions allow to provide public access to all refuge destinations and Sandy Point State Reservation. The refuge visitor center lots will be closed to public access during that period when the Contractor is completing pavement markings, and re-open for visitor use as soon as paint conditions allow.

2.0 Project Requirements

All work shall follow the requirements of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highways and Bridges, Section M7, Pavement Markings

3.0 Material Submittals

Material submittals consisting of the manufacturer’s product information shall be provided for Government approval before any materials are installed on this project.

4.0 Pavement Marking Requirements

A. Follow the requirements of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highways and Bridges, Section M7, Pavement Markings

B. Do not apply paint when surface is moist, air temperature is below 50 degrees F., or unfavorable weather conditions exist.

C. Protect the painted stripes until paint has dried sufficiently to prevent being picked up by vehicular traffic

D. Paint Products

1. White Traffic Paint, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Works, Section M7

2. Yellow Traffic Paint, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Works, Section M7

E. Prior to pavement marking, clean the area with broom or air blast equipment. Remove any mud, dirt, or other foreign surface material

F. Application procedures

1. Prior to placing paint, mark line locations by spots of paint at intervals insuring accurate location of line. Mix paint to uniform consistency. Apply with a machine capable of spraying under pressure through a nozzle directly upon the pavement.

Finished stripes shall be 4 inches wide; have clear true edges with no sharp breaks;

have uniform covering free from light spots and skips; have a minimum wet film thickness of 15 mils; and not deviate from the true line more than 1 inch in 20 feet.

**BASE BID

2. Apply two 4-inch parallel solid yellow lines along the centerline of the roadway with a machine capable of simultaneously applying the parallel lines. Provide line breaks at intersections with other access roads and parking lot entrance areas. Total length = 3.7 miles of double yellow lines.

**BASE BID

3. Apply a 4-inch solid white line along each side of the paved roadway; each solid white line shall be located 12 inches from the edge of the pavement. Total length =

7.4 miles of single white line (both edges of roadway)

**BASE BID

4. Apply white pavement marking paint for parking stall lines and other symbols in the areas listed below. Note that quantities are estimate and contractor will be shown all the areas of work, and the work required, by an onsite representative.

• Lot #1: 2 EV charging stalls with GREEN paint and stencil

• Lots #1 - #4: 15 handicap stalls with BLUE paint and stencil

• Lots #1 - #4: Approximately 250 stalls

• Roadway: 9 directional arrows

• Roadway: 2 DOT size ‘STOP’ stencils

• Roadway: 3 crosswalks – 8ft x 6ft with hashed lines in center

**BASE BID

5. Apply white pavement marking paint for parking stall lines and other symbols in areas listed below at refuge visitor center. Note that quantities are estimate and contractor will be shown all the areas of work, and the work required, by an onsite representative.

• Public Lot: Approximately 50 stalls

• Public Lot: 2 handicaps stalls with BLUE paint and stencil

• Public Lot: 5 directional arrows

• Fleet Lot: Approximately 25 stalls

** ALTERNATIVE ITEM, CONTINGENT ON FUNDING AVAILABILITY

5.0 End Result / Deliverables

A. Provide and install all materials required to install the pavement markings

B. Upon completion of the project, all work areas shall be free of rubbish and debris