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SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

6. PROJECT NO. 4. CONTRACT NO. 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PAGE OF PAGES

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

SOLICITATION

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO. 3. DATE ISSUED

IMPORTANT -- The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9.

INFORMATION

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder."

CALL:

FOR

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

0040599767

NPS, NCR - Regional Contracting

Acquisition Management Division

1100 Ohio Drive SW Contracting Anne Washington DC 20242-0001

PCR

Brian Dankmeyer 2025735697

1x 04/25/2023

140P3023R0013

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date)

Attachment 1 Construction Contract Administration

Attachment 2 CAAC Letter 2020-04 - 05.01.20

Attachment 3 DOL WD JeffCo Bldg WV20230037 4.14.23

Attachment 4 Bid Sheet

Attachment 5 Biobased Certification

Attachment 6 FACTS Sheet bldg 38 stucco

Attachment 7 Daily Report Log

Attachment 8 RFIs and Answers HAFE Bldg 38 Stucco Conservation Presolicitation Site

Visit

Attachment 9 Subcontracting Percentage Worksheet

Attachment 10 HAFE Map Plans of Lower Town

Attachment 11 Harpers Ferry NHP B38 Stucco LBP Report

Attachment 12 Specifications HAFE_Bldg38_UpdatedConditionsAssessment2021_Final

11. The Contractor shall begin performance

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

award, notice to proceed. The performance period is mandatory negotiable. (See ________________________________________________.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and is not required.is, b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

d. Offers providing less than

12b. CALENDAR DAYSYES NO

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

10 150 calendar days and complete it within ________________ ________________ calendar days after receiving

52.211-10

05/26/2023

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

x x x x copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ ___________________ (hour) local time calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected . _________________

STANDARD FORM 1442 (Rev. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR(48 CFR) 53.236-1(d)

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within ____________________ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in item 13d.)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code) 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than item 14.)

CODE FACILITY CODE

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AMENDMENTS

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE.

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print) 20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this document and return (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award.

No further contractual document is necessary.

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print) 31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. DATE

BY

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NPS, NCR - Regional Contracting Acquisition Management Division

1100 Ohio Drive SW Contracting Anne Washington DC 20242-0001

PCR

Anale Young

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT 29. AWARD

Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, copies to issuing office.)

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85) BACK

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ITEM NO.

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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CONTINUATION SHEET

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140P3023R0013

The Government anticipates awarding a single firm fixed-price contract as a result of this solicitation.

Delivery: 150 Days After Notice to Proceed

Delivery Location Code: 0009060162

NPS, Harpers Ferry NHP

230B Zachary Taylor Place

Harpers Ferry WV 25425 US

Period of Performance: 06/26/2023 to 10/31/2023

00010 Perform conservation of Stucco

Product/Service Code: Z1JA

Product/Service Description: MAINTENANCE OF

MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITION BUILDINGS

POC

CS: Brian Dankmeyer, brian_dankmeyer@nps.gov

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

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PART I - THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B – BID SCHEDULE

National Park Service – National Capital Region Harpers Ferry National Historical Park – Building 38 Stucco Conservation

767 Shenandoah Street, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425

See Attachment titled Bid Schedule – The offeror shall complete the bid schedule with no omissions and submit it with their offer as pricing valid for a minimum of 60-days. Any provided measurements are estimated quantities for information and estimation purposes only and are subject to field verification and any increases/decreases in these lines is subject to the proposed unit costs included in the award. Contract modifications and price adjustments shall not be granted based on conditions that could be determined prior to award.

FAR 36.204 Disclosure of the magnitude of construction projects

The Government’s estimate is:

Between $250,000 and $500,000

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SECTION C – SPECIFICATIONS/DRAWINGS

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (HAFE)

FY23 Building 38 Stucco Conservation & Stabilization

4/14/2023

Statement of Work (SOW)

1.0 GENERAL

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (HAFE), in Harpers Ferry, WV seeks a single contractor that specializes and is highly technically proficient in historic lime materials conservation with a minimum of 10-years of industry experience specific to historic stucco, lime plaster, historic paint layers, masonry, and mortars to perform historic conservation and stabilization on the exterior back wall of Building 38 also known as the Tierney Building.

Contracted work for this requirement shall include:

1. General Cleaning and Biogrowth Remediation: ~600 Square Feet

a. Non-Historic Paint Spatter Removal - Varies

b. Historic Wood Element Treatment - Varies

c. Insect & Nest Removal Treatment - Varies

2. Roof Gutter Leak Repair (to protect all work being done) ~3 Square Feet

3. Historic Stabilization and Conservation Treatment for ~630 Square Feet:

a. Historic 19th Century Lime Plaster / Stucco - Varies

b. Historic Masonry/Brick and Stone Mortar Repointing ~270 Square Feet

c. Historic and Modern Paint Layers Treatment and Preservation ~600 Square Feet

d. Ferrous Element Treatment and Preservation – Varies

* The Government estimates above are for information only. The contractor is responsible for all actual quantities related to all work in this contract. If there is a significant difference between the Government’s estimated quantity and that of the contractor’s, the contractor shall submit the difference as an RFI and will meet with the COR onsite to verify the difference.

* Reference Updated Exterior Stucco Condition Assessment and Treatment Recommendations (Aug 2021) for additional details.

All work shall be conducted in accordance with The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and in accordance with the Updated Exterior Stucco Condition Assessment and Treatment Recommendations (Aug 2021). Additionally, performance of this requirement must take place when outdoor temperatures are stable, day and night, at a minimum of fifty-five degrees Fahrenheit, which may be between April – October in 2023. Lastly, considering this building is historic, and dates to the 19th century, the presence of and encountering lead-based paint shall be reflective in pricing.

It is strongly recommended that the contractor’s visit and inspect the site to see for themselves the existing conditions and to observe the complexities of conducting historic stucco conservation and stabilization on Building 38 in a potentially occupied historic, access-controlled, Government facility. Pricing will be broken down by line items using a Government provided price schedule, which will provide a lump sum total for base work and optional work. For this requirement safety, knowledge of historic conservation, care, consultation, communication, and teamwork is critical. Please quote accordingly.

2.0 PURPOSE

As defined by the park’s Foundation Document, “The purpose of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is to https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1739/secretary-standards-treatment-historic-properties.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1739/secretary-standards-treatment-historic-properties.htm

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Performance of this work will ensure HAFE is upholding the mission of the NPS and executing the guidelines contained within the park’s Foundation Document.

3.0 LOCATION

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Building 38 (Historic Tierney Building) 767 Shenandoah Street Harpers Ferry, WV 25425

4.0 TASKS/WORK

Note: All quantities are provided as information only. Contractors shall be responsible for field verifying all measurements and or quantities for this requirement. The contractor shall bid accordingly for actual work described on each line item.

The contractor shall:

4.1 Provide all labor, supervision, materials, tools, supplies, transportation, license, certificates, permits, personal protection equipment, professional services, and equipment incidental to and necessary to provide stucco conservation and stabilization as outlined in Treatment Recommendations contained within the Updated Exterior Stucco Condition Assessment and Treatment Recommendations (Aug 2021). Anywhere in the aforementioned document where the word “Should” is used, shall be replaced with the word “SHALL” for the purposes of the resulting contract. The sole intent of this action and resulting contract is to execute the recommendations for treatment outlined in the Updated Exterior Stucco Condition Assessment and Treatment (Aug 2021) to preserve and protect, as is, the cultural value of Building 38 for the education, exploration, and inspiration of this and future generations that visit Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, in Harpers Ferry, WV.

4.2 Provide a written Letter of Warranty for no less than 1-Year to guarantee all work performed under this contract.

5.0 Product Requirements:

5.1 Conservation Materials: Materials and products mentioned or recommended in the Updated Exterior Stucco Condition Assessment and Treatment (Aug 2021) shall be used or an approved equivalent. All materials shall be new and free form defects and within any expiration dates that are marked. All materials shall be used in accordance with the manufacture’s recommendations. All materials shall match the existing in color, texture, size, mixture, workability, depth, and strength and shall be submitted, prior to ordering, to the COR for review and approval. Products that require curing, shall be submitted as cured samples to the COR. All water used to mix products/materials shall be potable, non-staining, free of oils, acids, alkalis, and organic matter. Masonry work shall be performed using traditional hand tools for

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5.2 Plaster/Stucco Repair Materials:

5.2.1 Sand: ASTM C 144 – Natural Sand – Use a well-graded sharp sand #6 (3.5mm) or smaller, a fine silica sand #20 - #200 (0.8mm to 0.075mm).

5.2.2 Lime: ASTM C 206 – Hydrated Lime – Type S.

5.2.3 Natural Hydraulic Lime: NHL 3.5, 2 EN459-1-2010, for a strength between 500 – 700 PSI.

Sources contractors may consider include:

a. Edison Coatings Inc., Plainville, Connecticut, 06062, Tel. 1-806-747-2220

b. PA Lime Works, 3145 State Road, Telford, PA 18969, Tel. 215-536-6706

c. U.S. Heritage Group, Inc., 3516 N. Kostner Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641; Tel. 773-286-2100

d. CONPROCO, 17 Production Drive, Dover, New Hampshire, 03820; Tel. 800-258-3500

5.2.4 Stucco Reinforcing: Glass fiber mesh or cut strands, hemp reinforcing fiber, or clean animal hair. Cellulose fiber material or other material which could stain or leach color into the plaster and finished paint shall not be used.

5.2.5 Bonding Agent: Acrylic adhesive mixture-Morgan Phillips formula, AD Premixed Plain Face Plaster Lug and Key Replacement, or approved equal.

5.2.6 Mineral Pigments: to be used to match finish coat plaster.

5.3 Consolidants:

5.3.1 Consolidation method/material shall be determined from consolidation mock-ups for inspection and approval before starting work.

a. OH100 Consolidation Treatment, Prosoco, 3741 Greenway Circle, Lawrence, KS 66046; Tel.

800-255-4255 or equal.

b. Rhoplex MC-76, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219- 0770 or equal.

c. CaLoSiL E25, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219-0770 or equal.

d. Paraloid B-72, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219-0770 or equal.

e. Paraloid B-67, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219-0770 or equal.

f. Solvents: Methanol, Mineral Spirits, Acetone, Denatured Alcohol or equal.

5.4 Injections:

5.4.1 STUCCO MATCH for Finish coat – Plaster shall be determined from NHL Hydraulic Lime mixes, samples, and mockups.

a. Dispersed Hydrated Lime Injection Mortar, U.S. Heritage Group, Inc., 3516 N. Kostner Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641; Tel. 773-286-2100 or equal.

b. Paraloid B-72, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219-0770 or equal.

c. Glass Micro Balloons, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212- 219-0770 or equal.

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5.5 Adhesive/Bonding Agents:

5.5.1 Morgan Phillips formula (Acrylic Adhesive Mixture) consists of 3 parts Rhoplex MC-76, 1 part Rhoplex 1950 or equal, 1 part Type S hydrated lime, 1 microballoons (inert glass 20-200 microns or fumed silica), 1 part fluid petroleum coke, 20 percent Acrysol ASE-60 by volume of the dispersion formulation.

a. Rhoplex MC-76, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219- 0770 or equal.

b. Rhoplex 1950, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219-0770 or equal.

c. LIME: Hydrated Lime: ASTM C 206, Type S.

d. Glass Micro Balloons, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-

219-0770 or equal.

e. Fluid petroleum coke

f. Acrysol ASE-60, Talas, 330 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11211; Tel. 212-219-

0770 or equal.

g. Historic Plaster Conservation Services (HPCS), AD Premixed Plain Face Plaster Lug and

Key Replacement. Historic Plaster Conservation Services, 330 Belleville Turnpike, North Arlington, New Jersey 07031; Tel. 1-877-600-2666 or equal.

5.6 Mortar & Mixes:

5.6.1 MORTAR MATERIALS: shall consist of the following:

a. LIME: Hydrated Lime: ASTM C 206, Type S.

b. Natural Hydraulic Lime - Dolomitic: NHL 3.5, EN459-1-2010; or, approved equal.

c. NHL SOURCES: As provided by the following sources or approved equal.

d. Edison Coatings Inc., Plainville, Connecticut, 06062, Tel. 1-806-747-2220 or equal.

e. PA Lime Works, 3145 State Road, Telford, PA 18969; Tel. 215-536-6706 or equal.

f. CONPROCO, 17 Production Drive, Dover, New Hampshire, 03820; tel. 800-258-3500 or equal.

g. Sand: ASTM C144: Provide natural sand; of color necessary to produce required mortar color. The sand shall be Fredericksburg Concrete Sand from Shenandoah Sand & Gravel Inc.

in Winchester, Virginia; or approved equal. Natural Sand shall match the size, color, texture, and gradation of existing mortar sand.

5.6.2 MORTAR MIX: For both setting and pointing of stone and brick shall be:

a. 1 Part Natural Hydraulic Lime (NHL)

b. 2 and ½ Parts Natural Sand

5.7 Mineral Base Paint:

5.7.1 Refer to Architectural Conservation Report for areas that require mineral paint application.

5.7.2 Paints and Primers for the Conservation Areas shall be provided by the Contractor and as approved by the COR. Both Primer and Finish Coats shall be a Mineral Base Silicate Masonry Paint for application on stucco according to the Architectural Conservation Report as manufactured by KEIM Mineral Coatings of America, Inc: Telephone 1.866.906.5346; or approved equal.

5.7.3 Mineral Bonding Primer shall be a sol-silicate primer as manufactured by KEIM or equivalent, 140P3023R0013

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5.7.4 Finish Coats shall be KEIM mineral paints with color or approved equal.

5.8 Primers & Paint:

5.8.1 All primer and finish coat paint applications shall be applied using only hand application techniques and methods, no spray painting of any type shall be authorized.

5.9 Biocides/Fungicides/Mildewcides:

5.9.1 The Contractor shall provide and use an approved biocide/fungicide/mildwcide and then a gentle prewash of all project surfaces before conservation treatments and painting. The biocide cleaning agent shall be liquid, biodegradable and easy to use to remove stains from mold, algae, mildew, lichens, and air pollutants. It must be effective on wood, stucco, masonry, mortar, and painted surfaces.

5.9.2 Removing biological stains and growth shall be done using D/2 Architectural Biocide as distributed by Sunshine Makers, 1 800 228-0709, or approved equal. Cleaning to remove biological growth shall be performed on all project surfaces: approximately 600 square feet of architectural conservation treatment areas and approximately 2,500 square feet of wood feature areas to be painted. The application shall utilize proper hoses, nozzles, and pump sprayers for low pressure wash of NOT more than 40 PSI.

a. The biocide cleaning agent shall possess the following characteristics:

o Fast acting: 10 to 15 minutes contact time for acceptable results.

o Biodegradable o Contains no acids, salts, or bleach o pH 9.5 o Will not etch metals or glass o Safer to use around plantings o Is not a hazardous material and requires no special handling or protection o Use full strength, no in-field mixing required o Shelf life of 5 years

5.10 Sealants, Fillers, Preservatives, & Epoxies:

5.10.2 Wood Epoxy System shall be the WEST SYSTEM #105 Epoxy Resin, as manufactured by West System Inc., or approved equal.

5.10.3 Products and methods shall be approved by the COR and compatible to wood and metal surfaces and used as recommended by the paint manufacture.

5.11 Metal Treatment:

5.11.2 Rust Converter shall be Fertan Rust Convertor; or approved equal.

5.11.3 Final Coating shall be either an oil (Owatrol Oil), a microcrystalline wax (cold paste wax), or a lacquer, as approved by the COR.

5.12 Scaffolding & Protection Screens

5.12.2 Shall comply with OSHA Standards for installation and safety.

5.12.3 The scaffolding shall be covered with screens dark green, dark brown, or dark gray in color and

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6.0 Additional Contractor Requirements

6.1 The contractor SHALL furnish and/or provide:

6.1.1 A written designation of a Chief Architectural Conservator and an Assistant Architectural Conservator with similar qualifications is required. The Chief Architectural Conservator is required to be physically present on site a minimum of twice a week whereas the Assistant Architectural Conservator shall be physically present on site every day work is being conducted. Both individuals must be employed by the prime contractor and shall have the full authority to direct personnel performing work to maintain the continuity of operations and carryout quality control measures. The contractor shall:

6.1.1.1 Provide prime contractor’s Chief Architectural Conservator’s or Chief Conservator’s resume that will be responsible for this specific conservation requirement and all aspects of quality control. The resume shall include:

a. A minimum of ten years’ experience as a Chief Architectural Conservator or Chief Conservator’s specific to historic lime plaster conservation and stabilization utilizing injection of consolidants and historic finishes stabilization that will be present on site a minimum of two days per week.

b. A minimum of five years’ supervisory experience specific to historic lime plaster conservation and stabilization utilizing injection of consolidants and historic finishes stabilization projects.

c. Relevant experience, if any, as a Chief Architectural Conservator or Chief Conservator’s specific to historic metal conservation, historic wood conservation, historic stone and brick repointing.

d. A minimum of five projects that were successfully completed, on structures listed on the NRHP. These projects may not all be the same trade or discipline, but rather, must capture key experience to include:

historic lime plaster conservation and stabilization utilizing injection of consolidants, historic finishes stabilization, historic metal conservation, historic wood conservation, and historic stone and brick repointing. The NRHP registration number must be provided and must match the five projects that the contractor lists on the fact sheet. Projects not listed on the NRHP will not be considered.

e. Demonstrate that the Chief Architectural Conservator or Chief Conservator’s is an employee of the prime contractor.

f. Any current and valid certifications specific to historic materials conservation requirements that are part of this requirement. Do not include certifications that are not current and valid, nor are for work that is not part of this requirement.

6.1.1.3 Provide prime contractor’s Assistant Architectural Conservator’s or Assistant Conservator’s resume that will be responsible for the onsite, day-to-day direction, execution, and quality control of all specific conservation requirements of this contract. The resume shall include:

a. A minimum of five years’ experience as an Assistant Architectural Conservator or Assistant Conservator specific to historic lime plaster conservation and stabilization utilizing injection of consolidants and historic finishes stabilization that will be present on site every day work is being conducted.

b. A minimum of two years’ supervisory experience specific to historic lime plaster conservation and stabilization utilizing injection of consolidants and historic finishes stabilization.

c. Relevant experience, if any, as an Assistant Architectural Conservator or Assistant Conservator specific to historic metal conservation, historic wood conservation, historic stone and brick repointing.

d. A minimum of five projects that were successfully completed on structures listed on the NRHP. These projects may not all be the same trade or discipline, but rather, must capture key experience to include:

historic lime plaster conservation and stabilization utilizing injection of consolidants, historic finishes stabilization, historic metal conservation, historic wood conservation, and historic stone and brick

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e. Demonstrate that the Assistant Architectural Conservator or Assistant Conservator is an employee of the prime contractor.

f. Any current and valid certifications specific to historic materials conservation reequipments that are part of this work. Do not include certifications that are not current and valid, nor are for work that is not part of this requirement.

6.2 Sufficient manpower and equipment to complete all work within the period of performance.

Contractors shall bid accordingly.

6.3 A trained and experienced workforce that shall be knowledgeable, skilled, and familiar with the technical aspects and hazards of historic 19th Century masonry and materials conservation.

6.4 Staff recognizable as employees of the contractor. Distinctive clothing shall be worn that is uniform in appearance and include long pants, shirts, hats, and seasonal outerwear, which that bears the name and logo of the company and the name of the employee.

6.5 Daily Work Log

6.5.1 The contractor shall maintain a daily work log by filling out completely, and as applicable, the Daily Work Log Form provided to them by the Government. The daily work log shall be submitted to the COR via email after each week of work and or any time requested by the COR, CS, or CO.

6.5.2 The contractor shall also note in the daily work log the presence of any damage or conditions that may affect the visual quality or the contractor ability to perform work. The contractor shall note and report to the COR any maintenance issues or problems that arise, which are not within the scope of work.

6.6 Provide Submittals and implement them after approved by the COR. A CM 16 Submittal Form shall be used as a cover sheet for every submittal and will be provided by the Government to the contractor at award.

Multiple submittals may be listed on a single CM 16 submittal form. Conservation mockups and or physical samples shall be submitted to the COR for review and approval. Mockups, when approved, will establish the quality of work standard for continued work. The Required contracted submittals and their due dates include:

Document Description MAX No. of Pages Due 1 Bid Bond @ 20% on SF-24 N/A With quote package 2 Full Professional Resumes for Chief Conservator and

Assistant Conservator 5-pages each With quote package

3 Subcontracting Percentage Work Sheet 1-page for each sub With quote package 4 Active SAM Registration w/ UEI # clearly visible 1 With quote package 5 Historic Preservation Treatment Plan N/A With quote Package 6 Performance (SF-25) & Payment Bonds (SF-25-A) N/A 10 Days After Award 7 Certificate of Insurance N/A 10 Days After Award 8 SF-1413s (one for each subcontractor) N/A 10 Days After Award 9 Product Data/Mock-Ups (longest lead time items 1st) N/A 10 Days After Award & Ongoing 10 Safety Plan N/A 14 Days After Award 11 Site Use Plan N/A 14 Days After Award 12 Waste Management/Hazardous Material Plan N/A 14 Days After Award 13 Quality Control Plan N/A 14 Days After Award

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14 Work Schedule – Gannt Chart Format N/A 28 Days After Award 15 Schedule of Values N/A 28 Days After Award 16 Daily Work Logs N/A Weekly After Mobilization 17 Certified Payroll on WH-347 correctly filled out N/A Weekly After Mobilization 18 Hazardous Material Disposal Manifests N/A Prior to final invoice 19 Project Completion Report N/A Prior to final invoice 20 Release of Claims DI-137 N/A With Final Invoice 21 Warranty Letter -Minimum 1-Years N/A With Final Invoice

*Considerations shall be sought by the Government for any documents that are not submitted within the specified contracted due dates.

6.7 Mockups and or samples shall be provided in place and will be of every type of conservation work in this requirement to demonstrate application techniques, aesthetic effects, color, and texture all of which will establish the quality standard considered acceptable by the Government. The contractor is responsible for maintaining and protecting approved mockups until substantial completion. Delivery location of mockups and or samples that are not in place will be determined by the COR. Mockups and or samples must be approved by the COR prior to execution of work specific to the mockup and prior to ordering any materials. It is the contractor’s responsibility to determine the order in which submittals will be delivered to the COR for review and approval. The order of submittals shall not interfere with the delivery date of this contract.

6.8 The contractor shall be responsible for all conservation work curation of stucco, mortar, paint layers, masonry, finish stucco, and mineral paint application. The contractor must provide conditions and proper curing and drying time for products within the manufacture’s recommendations. Water misting stucco and mortar applications during warm weather to prevent curing from taking place too quickly is the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor is responsible for protecting all completed work areas until the total project is complete and accepted by the Government.

6.9 That all work will follow applicable codes and regulations

6.10 All materials, labor, and craftsmanship shall carry a minimum 1-year written warranty from the date of final acceptance.

6.11 The contractor shall provide a written descriptions to the park on the maintenance of products, including all product performance data and applicable warranty

6.12 Hazardous waste (lead) must be re-claimed/captured for recycling by the contractor. Manifests of all disposed hazardous waste shall be submitted to the COR and CO prior to final invoice. Lead waste on the ground or in water is not permitted. All refuse, excess or waste materials resulting from construction operations shall become the property of the contractor (excluding native vegetative and soil debris) and shall be recycled and/or disposed

of. All disposals shall be in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. No disposal, viewing or sale of materials and/or equipment shall be allowed on Government property.

6.13 All patches, repairs or modifications to building’s exterior surfaces shall match existing conditions. COR approval for any proposed new penetrations is required and shall be as concealed or conspicuous and not to take away from the historic integrity of the structure.

6.14 Submit a revised construction schedule at notice to proceed and continually update as project progresses and with all payment applications.

6.15 Comprehensive Project Completion Report that clearly indicate all phases of construction, records, materials, and warranties. The contractor shall include:

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• Manufacturer’s literature

• Performance data.

• Record of recycling and disposal.

• Contractor certifications, licenses, and insurance documents.

7.0 The Contractor shall be responsible for:

• Compliance with all federal, state, local, environmental laws, regulations, and policies regarding hazardous materials specifically any chemicals the contractor uses in the performance of work on this contract and handling of lead paint removal and waste.

• Ensuring that all work satisfies all applicable federal, state, and local codes/standards. The contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local environmental statutes and regulations.

• Contractor Employee Conduct: The Contractor’s employees shall, always, while on the job site, whether on or off duty, conduct themselves in a professional, orderly, and safe manner. Rudeness, fighting, being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs or bringing and/or consuming alcohol and/or drugs, gambling, soliciting, stealing, and any immoral or otherwise undesirable conduct shall not be permitted on the job site. Any employee engaging in such conduct shall immediately and permanent be removal from the job site.

o All contract employees shall display professionalism in all interactions with one another, the public and Government employees. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to remove any employee working under this requirement for reasons of misconduct and security, or if found to be (or suspected to be) under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other incapacitating agent(s).

o A contractor’s employee shall be subject to removal from the premises upon determination by the Contracting Officer that such action is in the best interests of the Government. Such removal from the job site or dismissal from the premises shall not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the service as specified.

o All areas used by the Contractor within park boundaries shall be kept neat and organized. All equipment must be properly maintained and secured at the end of each day. The contractor shall not leave any tools, parts and/or supplies unattended in at any time while performing services o Contractor employees shall not loiter in any working or patron area. Upon completion of their assigned work, employees shall promptly depart from the public areas.

o Photographs, social media posts, online content, or any form of communication is strictly prohibited regarding all aspects of this requirement unless authorized in writing by the COR.

• Any refuse generated daily by the contractor must be secured and disposed of properly outside of park boundaries in accordance with federal, state, and local laws each day.

• Confining work, the storage of materials and equipment, the parking of vehicles, and all other operations in connection with this contract to the specified hours and work areas approved by the COR. All damage resulting from such operations shall be repaired to its original condition to the

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• For all damages and liability for any loss or damage to Government property caused by contractor’s operations, the contractor shall assume full responsibility for any and all damages or claims for damage resulting from injury to persons, property, or equipment, which might result from any work performed under this contract.

• Ensuring that proper safety and health precautions are in place to protect the work, the workers, the public, and the property of others at all times in performance of this contract.

• For the repair or replacement of all damaged Government property caused by their, operations at no additional cost to the Government.

• In instances where the contractor finds pre-existing conditions or damage to park resources that may reflect upon the quality of the work or cause undue liability, the contractor shall not start work until the contractor and COR have agreed on the responsibility for these pre-existing conditions.

• All losses and/or damages shall be reported to the COR, within two (2) hours of any loss and/or damage being determined and before leaving the area loss occurred. Contractor shall provide written documentation of the loss and/or damage to the CO and COR within 24 hours of occurrence. The documentation must include at least:

o Time and Date of occurrence o Type of Loss or Damage o Name (s) and Contact Numbers of People involved o Impact to park operation and/or assets effected by incident o Any details leading up to and after the incident

• For all identified losses and/or damages o The contractor shall take any immediate actions necessary to prevent further damage.

o Is responsible for all costs associated with reported damages and/or losses to persons or property that occur as a result of the contractor’s negligence.

o The Government, at its sole direction, may elect to repair and/or replace the damaged property, and deduct such costs from monies due the contractor.

8.0 MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE

A. Contactor shall have a representative on site to receive material deliveries, and the contractor shall remain responsible for all material deliveries whether their representative is on site at the time of delivery or not.

B. Government-owned equipment is not available for Contractor’s use to accomplish any Work, and Government buildings and other facilities are not available for storage of Contractor’s materials, equipment, and tools.

C. Store products that are subject to damage by the elements, under cover in a weathertight enclosure above ground, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation. Protect liquids from freezing.

D. Promptly remove from the project site any materials or equipment that are damaged or are otherwise unsuitable.

9.0 SAFETY

9.1 All conservation and preservation operations shall be conducted in accordance with all local, state, and national fire and safety codes, laws, rules, regulations, OSHA, NPS, MUTCD and ANSI safety

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9.2 All equipment/tools shall only be used within the limits of the manufacture’s recommendations.

9.3 Contractor shall not utilize ladder jacks or pump jack work platforms for this project. Ladders and properly erected scaffolding shall be utilized for all aerial work.

9.4 All tools/machinery/equipment shall be safeguarded from the public. Tools/machinery/equipment shall not be left unattended. All tools/equipment shall not be allowed to lie around except in the immediate work area. Any tools not in immediate use shall be staged or stowed in such manner so as not to create a hazard.

9.5 Maintain walkways, driveways, roads, parking, and project site to be free of all construction debris, equipment, and materials on a daily basis. Maintain site free of hazards at all times. Safety equipment, fencing and barriers shall be installed per safety plan. Erosion control and sedimentation structures shall be constructed in according with EPA standards as needed. All historical and/or archeological issues shall be addressed as needed and stated in the contract and its attachments

9.6 The contractor shall report emergency situations, such as accidents involving property and/or personal injury or other unforeseen circumstances and shall follow required emergency reporting procedures according to their COR approved Safety Plan. In the event of an emergency the contractor shall dial 911 or 866-677-6677. All other instance the contractor shall dial park law enforcement at 866-677-6677 and notify the COR with 24 hours of the incident.

9.7 The contractor and employees shall follow all applicable CDC, federal, state, and local guidance related to the Covid-19, which includes the park’s Superintendent’s Compendium. Additionally, when working in a Federal building or federally controlled indoor workspaces: In order to take steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to protect the health and safety of all Federal employees, onsite contractors, visitors to Federal buildings or Federally controlled indoor workspaces, and other individuals interacting with the Federal workforce, employees under the subject contract who are required to work on site in Federal buildings or Federally controlled indoor worksites must comply with requirements located at https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/overview/.

9.8 Contractor shall provide a comprehensive site-specific safety plan for approval before any work begins.

An onsite qualified Safety Representative shall be identified in the plan and shall including contact information.

9.9 Compliance with Reference Manual 50B (RM-50B), NPS Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 7.0 Contractor Safety: Contractor Safety program responsibilities shall be considered during the requirements development phase of the acquisition. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and other park staff shall consult with certified Safety Officers for guidance on RM 50B requirements. A comprehensive safety assessment shall be performed to assure any necessary requirements above and beyond existing federal or state safety and health codes are written into the contract specifications. The COR or park representative shall provide the name of a certified Safety Officer to the CO. The CO will consult with the Safety Officer on contract clauses and special conditions. The COR shall ensure contractor compliance with all safety requirements throughout contract performance.

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10.0 HARARDOUS MATERIALS

Any material suspected of being hazardous that are encountered during performance of a project shall immediately be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer, at which time a determination will be made as to whether hazardous material testing shall be performed.

If the Contracting Officer directs the contractor to perform tests, and/or the material is found to be of a hazardous nature requiring additional protective measures, a contract modification may be required, subject to equitable adjustment under the terms of the contract.

The contractor is advised that friable and/or non-friable asbestos-containing material may be encountered in project areas.

Friable asbestos-containing material is any material that contains more than one percent asbestos by weight, and that hand pressure can crumble, pulverize, or reduce to powder when dry. Non-friable asbestos containing materials are materials in which asbestos fibers are bound by a matrix material, saturation, impregnation, or coating. Non-friable asbestos containing materials do not normally release airborne asbestos fiber during routine handling and end-use.

However, excessive fiber concentrations may be produced during uncontrolled abrading, sanding, drilling, cutting, machining, removal, demolition, or other similar activities. 29 CFR 1910.1001 shall be referenced in the event asbestos-containing materials are encountered. Friable asbestos-containing materials are not authorized for use in new construction or maintenance projects.

11.0 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

Submit Safety Data Sheet (SDS)’s as required per 29 CFR 1910.1200 as amended. The contractor must provide one digital copy of each SDS for applicable hazardous chemicals used and/or provided in performance of any work under this contract.

12.0 BIOBASED AND SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS

The contractor must comply with the Agricultural Act of 2014; the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 (FCEA), 7 U.S.C. 8102; the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (FSRIA), 7 U.S.C. 8102; the Federal Acquisition Regulation; Executive Order (EO) 13514, “Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance,” dated October 5, 2009; EO 13423, “Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management,” dated January 24, 2007; and Presidential Memorandum, “Driving Innovation and Creating Jobs in Rural America through Biobased and Sustainable Product Procurement,” dated February, 2012 to provide biobased products.

All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quantity that conform to applicable Federal specifications and standards, and to the extent feasible and reasonable; include the exclusive use of biobased and recycled products.

The following is a list of categories for biopreferred products that may be required in performance of this construction contract:

• 2-Cycle Engine Oils – 34% Minimum BioBased Content

• Asphalt Restorers – 68% Minimum BioBased Content

• Asphalt and Tar Removers – 80% Minimum BioBased Content

• Cleaning Tools – 22% Minimum BioBased Content

• Concrete Curing Agents – 59% Minimum BioBased Content

• Concrete Repair Materials - Concrete Materials – 23% Minimum BioBased Content

• Concrete Repair Materials – Concrete Patching – 69% Minimum BioBased Content

• Concrete and Asphalt Cleaners – 70% Minimum BioBased Content

• Concrete and Asphalt Release Fluids – 87% Minimum BioBased Content

• Diesel Fuel Additives – 90% Minimum BioBased Content

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• Dust Suppressants – 85% Minimum BioBased Content

• Erosion Control Materials – 77% Minimum BioBased Content

• Fuel Conditioners – 64% Minimum BioBased Content

• Gasoline Fuel Additives – 92% Minimum BioBased Content

• Greases – Multipurpose– 72% Minimum BioBased Content

• Hand Cleaners and Sanitizers – Hand Sanitizers – 73% Minimum BioBased Content

• Metal Cleaners and Corrosion Removers - Corrosion Removers – 71% Minimum BioBased Content

• Mulch and Compost Materials – 95% Minimum BioBased Content

• Multipurpose Cleaners – 56% Minimum BioBased Content

• Multipurpose Lubricants – 88% Minimum BioBased Content

• Pneumatic Equipment Lubricants – 67% Minimum BioBased Content

• Surface Guards, Molding, and Trim – 26% Minimum BioBased Content

• Wood and Concrete Sealers – Membrane Concrete Sealers – 11% Minimum Biobased Content

• Wood and Concrete Sealers – Penetrating Liquids – 79% Minimum Biobased Content

• Wood and Concrete Stains – 39% Minimum BioBased Content

For more information including definition of terms with regard to the Department of Agriculture Biobased Program go to:

https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/pages/ProductCategories.xhtml

13.0 FIRE CONTROL

Contractor's Responsibility for Contractor-Caused Fires. The contractor, whether or not directed by the NPS, shall immediately extinguish, without expense to the Government, all fires on or in the vicinity of the project which are caused by contractor's employees, whether set directly or indirectly as a result of contractor operations. The contractor may be held liable for all damages and costs of additional labor, subsistence, equipment, supplies, and transportation resulting from fires set or caused by the contractor's employees or resulting from contract operations.

(1) Storage of Petroleum and Other Highly Flammable Products. Gasoline, oil, grease, or other highly flammable material must be stored either in a separate building used exclusively for such storage, or at a site when all combustible debris and vegetation is cleared away within a radius of 25 feet. Fire extinguishers and/or sand barrels may be required at such locations specified by the NPS when unusually hazardous conditions exist.

(2) Welding. Welding or use of cutting torches will be permitted only in areas that have been cleared or are free of all material capable of carrying fire. Flammable debris and vegetation must be removed from within a minimum of 10 feet radius of all welding and cutting torch operations. A shovel and a 5-gallon standard backpack water container (filled) with handpump attached, shall be immediately available for use in the event of a fire start.

14.0 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

(a) STAGING AREA: The contractor shall arrange the location for exterior stockpiling of materials (i.e. storage) with the COR/POC. The contractor must be present when any materials are delivered to ensure proper placement within the designated location. The Government will provide an adequate staging area as close to the construction site as practicable.

The Government will NOT provide any secured storage/staging areas for the contractor. The contractor shall be responsible for protecting materials stockpiled against adverse weather, damage, theft, and other risks of loss. The Government assumes no responsibility for material or equipment left in the storage area. Barbed wire nor razor wire is permitted to be used for security purposes for this requirement.

(b) SANITARY FACILITIES: Public toilet facilities may be used, however, any complaints received with regard to cleanliness may result in loss of privilege to use public toilet facilities.

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(c) WATER, AND ELECTRICITY: The Government will provide water at preapproved locations. Water pick-up location will be determined by the COR. The contractor may use electrical access points on site if any. Should water and electricity not be readily available, the contractor shall provide these services as needed to perform the required work.

(d) TELEPHONE: The Contractor may elect to hook-up commercial phone…