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140P4226Q0024

See Schedule See Schedule

DOI, NPS, NERO & NER SOUTH MABO

National Park Service Northeast Regional Contracting South/Philadelphia MABO 1234 Market Street, 20th Floor Philadelphia PA 19107

05/29/2026 1200 ED

0044011522

Deborah Coles 5406770325

PNC 100.00

PNC

Deborah Coles

221310

$41

04/30/2026

0011283495

ADMINISTERED BY:

DOI, NPS, NERO & NER SOUTH MABO

National Park Service

Northeast Regional Contracting

South/Philadelphia MABO

1234 Market Street, 20th Floor

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Philadelphia PA 19107 US

DELIVER TO:

NPS, Independence NHP

Independence Natl. Hist. Park

143 S. 3rd. Street

Philadelphia PA 19106 US

Request for firm fixed price quote for irrigation system maintenance and repairs at

Independence National Historical Park in

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Questions must be sent to the Contracting

Officer at Deborah_Coles@ios.doi.gov by 12:00pm

Eastern Time on May 22, 2026.

Quote packages must be sent to the Contracting

Officer at Deborah_Coles@ios.doi.gov by 12:00pm

Eastern Time on May 29, 2026 with

"140P4226Q0024 INDE Irrigation System

Maintenance" in the Subject line. FAXED

SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

A site visit is planned for May 11, 2026 at

9:00am Eastern Time. The meeting location is

143 S 3rd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

19106.

Contractor must be registered in SAM at the time of the award. www.SAM.gov

Delivery: 06/30/2027

CONTINUATION SHEET

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NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

ITEM NO.

(A)

QUANTITY

(C)

NSN 7540-01-152-8067

Period of Performance: 07/01/2026 to

06/30/2031

00010 Irrigation System Maintenance - Base Year

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2026 to

06/30/2027

00020 Irrigation System Repairs - Base Year

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 08/01/2026

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2026 to

06/30/2027

00030 Irrigation System Maintenance - Option Period

One

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/01/2027

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2027 to

06/30/2028

00040 Irrigation System Repairs - Option Period One

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/01/2027

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2027 to

06/30/2028

00050 Irrigation System Maintenance - Option Period

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

ITEM NO.

(A)

QUANTITY

(C)

Two

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/01/2028

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2028 to

06/30/2029

00060 Irrigation System Repairs - Option Period Two

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/01/2028

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2028 to

06/30/2029

00070 Irrigation System Maintenance - Option Period

Three

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/02/2029

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2029 to

06/30/2030

00080 Irrigation System Repairs - Option Period

Three

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/01/2029

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2029 to

06/30/2030

00090 Irrigation System Maintenance - Option Period

Four

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

ITEM NO.

(A)

QUANTITY

(C)

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/01/2030

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2030 to

06/30/2031

00100 Irrigation System Repairs - Option Period Four

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 07/01/2030

Product/Service Code: Z2QA

Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR

ALTERATION

OF RESTORATION OF REAL PROPERTY (PUBLIC OR

PRIVATE)

Period of Performance: 07/01/2030 to

06/30/2031

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RSECTION A - TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE

PART I – The Schedule A Solicitation/Contract Form 1 B Schedule of Items 7 C Description/specifications/requirements 9 D Packaging and Marking 24 E Inspection and Acceptance 24 F Deliveries or Performance 24 G Contract Administration Data 25 H Special Contract Requirements 31

PART II – Contract Clauses I Contract Clauses 34

PART III – List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments J List of Attachments 55

PART IV – Representations and Instructions K Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors 56 L Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors 66 M Evaluation Factors for Award 74

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SECTION B - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

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ITEM

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SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

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QTY

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UNIT OF

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UNIT PRICE

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TOTAL

Base Items 00010 Base Period – Irrigation

System Maintenance 52 Each $ $

00020 Base Period – Irrigation System Repairs (hourly rate) 1 Hour

Base Total $ Optional Item 00030 Option Period One (1) –

Irrigation System Maintenance (Subject to the Availability of Funding)

52 Each $ $

00040 Option Period One (1) – Irrigation System Repairs (hourly rate)

1 Hour

00050 Option Period Two (2) – Irrigation System Maintenance (Subject to the Availability of Funding)

52 Each $ $

00060 Option Period Two (2) – Irrigation System Repairs (hourly rate)

1 Hour

00070 Option Period Three (3) – Irrigation System Maintenance (Subject to the Availability of Funding)

52 Each $ $

00080 Option Period Three (3) – Irrigation System Repairs (hourly rate)

1 Hour

00090 Option Period Four (4) – Irrigation System Maintenance (Subject to the Availability of Funding)

52 Each $ $

00100 Option Period Four (4) – Irrigation System Repairs (hourly rate)

1 Hour

Optional Item Total $ Base and Optional Item Total $

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NOTE: This acquisition utilizes Revolutionary FAR Updates (RFO) FAR 12 Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services – Specifically RFO FAR 12.201-1 – Simplified Procedures.

The contract includes the FAR Clause 52.217-8 – Option to Extend Services for up to six (6) months. If the Government elects to exercise FAR 52.217-8 – Option to Extend Services after the base period, the contractor is hereby notified that the Government will require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the unit prices specified in the Schedule of Services above, unless any of the unit prices require adjustment per revisions to the prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The prices under this clause are hereby considered to be evaluated at the time of award of the base contract.

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SECTION C – Description/Specification/Requirements

Independence National Historical Park (INDE) – Irrigation Maintenance

C.0 NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

The National Park Service (NPS) is a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) that has been entrusted with the care of our national parks since 1916. The National Park System currently has 433 units (often referred to as parks), covering more than 85 million acres in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and US territories.

The NPS also has more than 150 related areas that are linked in importance and purpose to places managed directly by the National Park Service by preserving important segments of the nation's natural and cultural heritage. They are designated by acts of Congress or by the Secretary of the Interior (affiliated areas). The majority of related areas are not units of the National Park Service and are managed by other government agencies or non-government organizations and landowners. The National Park Service is involved in related areas by directly managing the entire or sections of a related area, or by providing technical or financial assistance.

The NPS preserves unimpaired natural and cultural resources, and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The NPS cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

The NPS – Business Service Contracting Division (BSCD) – Contracting Operations – Northeast Region – Philadephia MABO. The NPS – BSCD-Northeast issues contracts through the Federal Acquisition Regulation’s (FAR) for supplies, services, construction, A&E for Northeast Regional Parks only.

C.1 INDEPENDENCE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK (INDE)

Independence National Historical Park (INDE) is a park that represents the founding ideals of the nation and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, located in Philadelphia, PA. INDE is the home of the Liberty Bell Center, which houses the famous Liberty Bell. The Liberty Bell cracked with its first ring and later became a symbol of liberty in the 19th century.

INDE is also home to Independence Square, which includes the notable Independence Hall and Congress Hall. Congress Hall was the home to the U.S. Congress from 1790 to 1800 when Philadelphia served as the temporary capital of the United States. Independence Hall, is the location where both The Declaration of Independence and US Constitution were debated and signed and is also designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Besides the two most notable structures stated above, you can visit the Old City Hall which was the home to the Supreme Court from 1791-1800, the Merchants’ Exchange Building, Franklin Court Sites, Declaration House where Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence and Washington Square to name a few. INDE also includes several gardens that you can walk through and enjoy, including the 18th Century Garden, Rose Garden, Magnolia Garden and the Benjamin Rush Garden. For more information, please visits INDE’s website at: Independence National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

C.2 BACKGROUND

The National Park Service – Contracting Operations – is seeking one (1) contractor to provide all labor, supervision, materials, tools, supplies, transportation, personal protection equipment, and support equipment incidental for the maintenance and repair of an irrigation system in several locations in the park.

A. Work consists of:

1. Routine inspections and system operation.

2. Inspections of control valves

3. Inspections of sprinkler heads and determining the proper flow rates.

4. Testing electrical systems and controls.

B. Reference Section C.3 Special Project Specification below and Section J, Attachments for the Statement of Work.

https://www.nps.gov/inde/index.htm

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C.3 SUMMARY OF WORK

Routine Inspections and System Operation The Contractor shall conduct weekly inspections of all irrigation systems covered under this contract. Inspections shall include system activation and verification that all components are functioning properly and in accordance with manufacturer specifications.

The Contractor shall inspect each irrigation zone to identify operational deficiencies, component failures, and performance issues.

Valves and Water Distribution Lines

• The Contractor shall inspect all control valves for proper operation.

• Valves found to be defective or inoperable shall be replaced by the Contractor to restore full functionality to the affected zone.

• When a water line break is identified:

o The Contractor shall positively locate the break using appropriate locating equipment.

o Excavation shall be performed by hand only.

o Repairs shall be completed using like materials, including but not limited to Schedule 40 PVC or flexible polyethylene pipe.

Sprinkler Heads and Hydraulic Performance

• The Contractor shall evaluate each irrigation zone to verify:

o Proper sprinkler head type (rotary or fixed spray).

o Appropriate flow rate (GPM) for the zone design.

• Improper, damaged, or malfunctioning sprinkler heads shall be documented for repair or replacement, subject to CO/COR authorization.

Electrical Systems and Controls

• The Contractor shall test all irrigation control wiring using appropriate electrical testing equipment to verify continuity.

• In the event of a loss of continuity:

o The Contractor shall use wire-tracing or ground-penetrating locating equipment to identify the fault location.

o The Contractor shall perform proper splice repairs in accordance with industry standards to restore system functionality.

Materials and Replacement Parts

• The Contractor shall maintain an adequate on-hand inventory of commonly used irrigation components to facilitate timely repairs.

• Replacement parts shall be the same brand as, or equivalent to, the existing system components (e.g., Rain Bird components for Rain

Bird systems).

• The Contractor shall not perform repair work without prior written authorization from the CO/COR.

• Repair materials shall be reimbursed at actual cost, not to exceed an annual materials ceiling of $2,500.

• The Government will establish an annual Not-to-Exceed (NTE) limit for combined repair labor and materials, with materials capped at $2,500 per year.

Seasonal Startup and Winterization

• The Contractor shall perform seasonal startup of all irrigation systems as early as April 1st but No later than (NLT) May 15, which shall include opening water supply valves and charging systems.

• The Contractor shall winterize all irrigation systems NLT November 15, weather permitting or as directed by the COR.

• Winterization shall include shutting down systems and purging all lines to prevent freeze damage.

Site Restoration and Waste Disposal

• The Contractor shall maintain a clean and orderly work site at all times.

• Upon completion of each inspection, repair, or maintenance activity, the Contractor shall remove all debris, excess materials, packaging, and waste generated by contractor operations.

• Under no circumstances shall the Contractor dispose of trash, debris, or materials in Government-owned trash receptacles, dumpsters, or facilities.

• All waste generated by the Contractor shall be removed from Government property and disposed of off-site in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• The Contractor shall restore all work areas to equal or better condition than existed prior to commencement of work.

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C.4 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Contractor shall submit written inspection findings to the COR within 48 but no longer than 72 hours prior to performing any repairs.

• The Contractor shall not perform repairs, replacements, or system modifications without prior authorization from the

CO/COR.

• The Contractor shall be responsible for repairing, at no cost to the Government, any damage to Government or public property resulting from contractor operations.

• All damage incidents shall be reported immediately to the CO/COR and corrected within a timeframe approved by the

Government.

Deliverable Description Frequency Weekly Inspection Report Summary of system condition, deficiencies, and recommended corrective actions Weekly Repair Recommendation Report Detailed listing of required repairs pending authorization As needed Seasonal Startup Report Confirmation of system activation and operational status Annually Winterization Report Confirmation of system shutdown and freeze protection Annually Damage Incident Report Documentation of contractor-caused damage and corrective actions As needed

C.5 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE AND HOURS OF OPERATION

Independence National Historical Park 143 S. 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106

Services under this contract shall be performed at the following locations within Independence National Historical Park:

• City Tavern

• Chiller Plant

• Bell Garden

• Christ Church

• First Bank Block

• Second Bank Block

• Rose Garden

• Magnolia Garden

• Independence Hall Block

• Liberty Bell Block

• Independence Visitor Center Block

• Edgar Allan Poe Site

• Deshler-Morris House

• Bringhurst Grounds

These areas contain historically significant landscapes and infrastructure. Contractor operations shall not adversely impact historic features, utilities, or public use areas.

Hours of Operation: Work shall be performed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, federal holidays excluded, unless authorized in writing by the COR. Specific hours may be determined at award. If the NPS determines that the safety of visitors is threatened by the Contractor’s operations, all or part of the Contractor’s operations may be suspended until agreement is reached on additional safety measures and precautions. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons.

When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

No work shall occur on the following Federal Holidays:

New Year’s Day – January 1st

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Martin Luther King Junior’s Birthday – Third Monday in January President’s Day – Third Monday in February Memorial Day – Last Monday in May Juneteenth – June 19th Independence Day – July 4th

Labor Day – First Monday in September Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day – Second Monday in October Veteran’s Day – November 11th

Thanksgiving Day – Fourth Thursday in November Christmas Day – December 25th

Note - if any of the holidays stated above fall on a Saturday, the Friday before the actual day is the official day the Government takes for the holiday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, the Monday after the actual day is the official day the Government takes for the holiday. These dates do not account for any other days or shorten days that may be added prior to any of the holidays mentioned above that may be added at the discretion of any Presidential Administration and implemented by the DOI.

C.6 CONTRACTOR/EMPLOYEE QUALIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall:

• Have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in commercial or institutional irrigation system maintenance and repair.

• Employ personnel trained in irrigation hydraulics, electrical troubleshooting, and system diagnostics.

• Possess the capability to perform work in historically sensitive environments.

• Provide all tools, testing equipment, and specialty locating devices necessary to perform the required services.

C.7 SAFETY

1. The Contractor shall be responsible for the safe conduct of all operations, shall adhere to applicable OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910.266), and be subject to inspection by NPS Safety Officer.

2. Traffic Control: When applicable, the Contractor shall be responsible for providing own traffic control when operating equipment along roads. Flaggers shall be equipped with safety vests and two-way radios and control traffic in both directions.

Roadside operations shall be signed, or otherwise identified by barricades, and employees/sub-Contractors working along roads identified by safety vests or other identifiable clothing. Contractor shall be required to adhere to Federal Highway Administration Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and OSHA guidelines for traffic control. Traffic control signing must be coordinated with the COR/POC or park law enforcement three days in advance.

3. Safety Meetings: Contractor shall conduct documented daily safety meetings.

Addition, during the execution of this contract, the Contractor must conform to the rules and regulations, as amended and as set forth by:

• 29 CFR 1910 – OSHA General Industry Regulations & Standards.

• National Park Service Occupational Safety and Health Program – Reference Manual 50B - Reference Manual 50B: NPS

Occupational Safety and Health Program

• Most Recent Superintendents Compendiums as amended:

o INDE - Superintendent's Compendium - Independence National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

• All Contractor or employee conduct is subject to park rules and regulations concerning: littering, wildlife harassment, collecting, resource damage and other topics as specified for the NPS in the Code of Federal Regulations title 36 (eCFR :: 36 CFR Part 2 -- Resource Protection, Public Use and Recreation).

• All operations under this contract shall be conducted in accordance with ANSI Z133.1-2006 Tree Care Safety Standards, and all federal OSHA, state and local safety requirements. Where OSHA regulations and ANSI standards conflict, OSHA regulations will take precedence.

• Work area shall always be maintained in a clean and safe condition.

• All personnel providing service on-site shall have pictured identification and uniform displaying the name of the company (if appliable).

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• All on-site vehicles will also be marked with the company name (if applicable).

• Use of barricades, ropes, signs, or audible signals is required, and the contractor must take all necessary precautions for the protection of the work, property, and safety of the public.

• Smoking of any kind will not be permitted on premises. The COR/POC may authorize the use of a designated smoking if requested.

• All excavation activities shall be conducted safely and by hand to prevent damage to underground utilities and historic resources.

C.8 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

A. The Contractor shall furnish personal protective equipment (PPE) to crew members respective of the type of work being completed

B. The contractor shall train workers in the safe operation and use of equipment that they will be using to accomplish the work under this contract. Occupation Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) standards PPE shall be followed; information can be found at OSHA PPE Standards.

C. PPE, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, shall be provided, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards or processes encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body.

D. Defective or damaged PPE shall not be used and shall be either repaired or replaced.

C.9 SAFETY PLAN

The Contractor shall provide a copy of their safety plan at the pre-work meeting. The Safety Plan shall be available to all employees and subcontractors working on the contract and subsequent task orders. The Safety Plan should cover at a minimum:

1. Name or responsible party to ensure program compliance.

2. Safety briefings covering the area working in, equipment being used, and any special considerations for the work under the contract.

3. Personal Protective Equipment required for the work under the contract.

4. Appropriate OSHA requirements for the type of work under the contract.

5. Weather considerations for the time of year of the contract.

6. Communication issues and locations of the nearest medical facilities to the job site.

7. Emergency numbers to contact if an accident happens.

8. Outline of the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public, National Park Service personnel, and

Contractor’s employees.

C.10 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Accident Reporting: Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, send a report of the accident to the Contracting Officer.

B. All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the Contracting Officer as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

C.11 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION

• Any accidental fire starts shall be reported immediately to COR and/or INDE Fire Management Fire Management. Should the fire exceed the size of a campfire and threaten workers safety, the contractor should depart the area and call 911 or INDE Fire Management Fire Management immediately.

• Hazard Control: Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during the work. Keep flammable substances or materials at a safe distance from use of volatile or noxious substances.

• Smoking is prohibited in the work areas in sites designated for the contractor’s use. Designate a space away from the work area be used for smoking. Cigarette butts must be disposed of properly.

• Protection Equipment Required: Furnish a minimum of one extinguisher for each 1,500 square feet of area or major fraction thereof and a sufficient number to meet the requirement that a travel distance from any workstation to the nearest extinguisher

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C.12 GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS)

GPS equipment may be required for this contract to ensure accuracy; equipment must have an accuracy of +/- 10 meters and be capable of accepting/uploading shape files or track logs.

C.13 DRONES/UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE (UAV) USAGE

The use of drones and/or UAVs are not authorized at any NPS location during performance of this contract.

C.14 PROHIBITION OF WEAPONS/FIREARMS

18 USC 930 is Federal law that supersedes Section 512 of Public Law 111-24 and prohibits the possession of a firearm or other dangerous weapon in a Federal facility. Federal facilities are buildings or parts thereof owned or leased by the Federal Government, where Federal employees are regularly present for the purpose of performing official duties. No weapon or firearms are authorized within ORCA at any time.

C.15 GENERAL COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Contractor shall furnish a serviceable cellular telephone, radio, or other NPS-approved device while on- site to communicate with the National Park Service and to provide for the safety of the contract employees.

• If the Contractor’s employees do not speak English, the Contractor’s job site supervisor shall be fluent and conversant in both English and the language of their non-English speaking employees.

• The Contractor shall contact the COR/POC with project progress notifications prior to completion. The time frame for these progress notifications shall be coordinated in writing between COR/POC and Contractor, and maybe either daily, weekly, etc.

As the Contractor near the completion of the specified work, a site visit will be scheduled with the COR/POC to determine if the work has been successfully completed.

C.16 PROJECT MEETINGS

Contractor Conference: Before start of planting, the Project Manager/COR will arrange an on-site meeting with Contractor which may include visual inspection of the contracted work at the conclusion of the meeting. The meeting agenda will include the following at a minimum:

• Correspondence procedures

• Designation of responsible personnel

• Labor standards provisions

• Changes

• Payments to Contractor

• Subcontractors

• National Park Service regulations

• Accident prevention program (including name of responsible Supervisor)

• Accident reporting

• Documents required under the contract

• Park rules and regulations

• Park Access

• Working hours and days

• Safety program (compliance with the "Accident Prevention" clause of the General Provisions)

• Tentative work schedule.

C.17 TEMPORARY FACILITIES/WORK AREA

A. ACCESS: Vehicular access is possible from the walkways and sidewalks of Independence NHP except for Independence

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Square, where access is via a driveway ramp. The contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to insure the least inconvenience to the public and Park operations. Blocking of walkways and sidewalks along the street must be kept to a minimum. While walks are to be blocked, signage necessary to direct pedestrians around the obstruction safely will be required. Keep a minimum of two rolls of warning tape on site at all times. There shall be no deviation from the specifications regarding the safety of the Park's staff or visitors. In the event of such an occurrence, the CO will review and determine the timeframe for Contractor compliance.

B. PARKING: It is important that the historic scene in the Park be preserved for the enjoyment of the Park’s visitors. For that reason, there is no on-site parking. No parking is allowed on any Park property except to load and unload vehicles. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will provide a Park unloading permit for this purpose. Failure to remove Contractor vehicles after unloading could result in vehicles being ticketed or towed. Vehicles that are actively employed in work are allowed on site. For a possible street parking permit, which allows parking at legal metered spaces, contact the Philadelphia Parking Authority.

C. STORAGE: There will be no on-site storage.

D, CONDUCT: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to occupants and visitors.

• Contractor shall clean site of all construction debris and leave site in a neat and orderly appearance with walkways clean and clear at the end of each work day.

• Loud noise must be kept at a minimum.

E. RESTROOMS: No private restroom facility is available onsite for the contractor’s use. The park provides public restroom in the Independence Visitor Center, which is located at 599 Market Street.

F. TELEPHONE: No telephone service is available on site for the contractor’s use.

G. ELECTRIC: Government will not provide connections to existing electrical facilities. COR shall review and approve all electric connections prior to any electric hookups.

H. WATER: Water may be available in hose bib attachments in some irrigation system valve boxes, and outside hose bibs at select walls and buildings. COR shall review and approve all water connections prior to any water hookups. Contractor is responsible for any permits and associated fees pertaining to the use of city fire hydrants, if required.

I. EXISTING UTILITIES: Contractor is responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities, including irrigation. The contractor shall field verify all utility locations before digging or trenching. This shall include but not be limited to the use of sonic, electronic, or magnetic detection devices, by noting pull box and utility box locations at the surface, use of locator services, and by test pitting at no additional cost to the Government. The contractor shall be responsible for repairing any utilities damaged during operations at no additional cost to the Government. The existence and location of known utilities shall be investigated and verified in the field by the contractor before starting work. Contractor must call Pennsylvania One Call (811). State law requires a three (3) business days’ notice (does not include state holidays or weekends), for all excavation. A business day begins at 12:00:00 a.m. and ends at 11:59:59 p.m.

C.18 LANDSCAPE PRESERVATION

1. Operation shall be scheduled and conducted to minimize erosion of soils and to prevent silting and muddying of streams, rivers, irrigation systems, and impoundments (lakes, reservoirs, etc.).

Pollutants such as fuels, lubricants, bitumens, raw sewage, and other harmful materials shall not be discharged into or near rivers, streams, and impoundments or into natural or manmade channels leading thereto. Wash water or wastewater from concrete or aggregate operations shall not be allowed to enter live streams prior to treatment by filtration, settling, or other means sufficient to reduce the sediment content to not more than that of the stream into which it is discharged.

2. Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control: Provide effective erosion control measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff at the earliest feasible stage of construction. Regularly inspect and maintain the measures in effective working order. Promptly stop work in area(s) of any ineffective erosion control measures.

3. Dust: Utilize effective means to prevent generation of wind-borne dust (typically watering or application of other approved

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Method must be approved by the COR.

4. Damage: Protect adjacent vegetation, property, structures, and improvements from damage.

5. Spill Control: Provide effective spill containment measures at the earliest feasible stage of operations (when applicable).

Regularly inspect and maintain the measures in effective working order.

C.19 RESOURCE DAMAGE

All conduct outside of the specified work is subject to park rules and regulations concerning littering, wildlife harassment, collecting, resource damage and other topics as specified for the NPS in the Code of Federal Regulations title 36, which can be found at http://www.gpoaccess.gov/ecfr/

C.20 SITE MANAGEMENT

Maintain walkways, driveways, roads, parking, and project site to be free of all debris, equipment, and materials daily. Always maintain site free of hazards. Occupancy access shall be negotiated on a project specific basis. Maintain the level of access provided to the facility through the project duration if tenant occupancy is retained. 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.

C.21 RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL OF REFUSE

All refuse, excess or waste materials resulting from operations shall be recycled and/or disposed of 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.

Garbage and food residue shall be kept inside bear proof garbage cans or closed vehicles and always made unavailable to wildlife. All garbage shall be removed daily. These rules also apply to lunchtime garbage, which include fruit peelings, apple cores, nut shells or excess food.

C.22 KEY PERSONNEL

The contractor shall provide a supervisor who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the contracting officer. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The contract manager or alternate shall be available between 0700 to 1500, Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the government facility is closed for administrative reasons. Qualifications for all key personnel shall be provided.

C.23 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES

All contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed. Contractor personnel not required to obtain and wear badges in the performance of this service.

In accordance with AP&P 1443.37-1 the following requirements will be applicable to any and all on-site contractor personnel:

a) Contractor personnel should not in any way represent themselves as government employees. Contractor personnel shall wear badges clearly identifying them as contractors when working outside of government office space. Badging should be visible at all times. In addition, contractor personnel shall dress in clothing appropriate to the office/environment in which they are working.

b) Government office space occupied by contractor personnel shall be clearly labeled with the individual’s name and/or company affiliation.

c) Contractor personnel shall be clearly identified as “contractors” in printed material such as telephone directories, etc. They shall be listed separately on organization charts or any other document that shows direct lines of supervision.

d) Contractors shall provide proper identification when making phone calls or speaking to others during performance of their http://www.gpoaccess.gov/ecfr/

140P4226Q0024 scope of services. This means they shall indicate to the other party that they are a contractor, rather than a government employee.

e) Contractor personnel shall complete all necessary computer and security training/documentation before receiving access to the NPS computer network.

f) Contractor personnel shall not receive "all-employee" e-mail or other communications intended for NPS employees, unless it relates directly to the work the contractor is doing for the NPS or involves health or safety issues, for example security alerts or severe weather conditions. They shall not have access to internal NPS web pages, unless it relates directly to the work the contract employee is doing for the NPS.

g) Contractor personnel may use NPS e-mail systems when it is required to perform the work the contractor is doing for the NPS. The e-mail addresses of the contractor must include a label that identifies their contractor status (e.g. John Doe contractor would have an e-mail address john_doe@contractor.nps.gov). In addition, contractor personnel shall indicate in their e-mail signature block that they are a contractor and the contractor for whom they work. Doing so clearly identifies this individual each time they send an e-mail message using the NPS system, and it identifies their status as a contractor employee in the e-mail directory.

h) Unless stipulated in the contract, contractor personnel shall not drive government vehicles.

i) Contractor personnel are not authorized to purchase property and supplies with government funds.

j) Generally, all Government-furnished property shall be set forth in the contract or agreement; however, when it is not, use of additional property must be approved, in advance, by the CO.

k) Contractor personnel shall not be invited to official NPS “social” events, functions, meetings, or orientation tours which are not specific to the contract. However, attendance of contractor personnel at staff meetings, which convey some benefit in the contractor personnel performing their contractual duties, is allowed at the discretion of the CO.

l) Contractor personnel must sign appropriate agreements to protect sensitive, privileged and confidential information.

C.24 THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL AND RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

1. Contracting Officer: The Contracting Officer (CO) has the overall responsibility for the administration of this contract. The CO alone, without delegation, is authorized to amend, modify, or deviate from the contract. Other responsibilities may be delegated to authorized representatives.

2. Contracting Officer's Representative (COR): The COR will be designated in writing at the time of award to assist the CO in the day-to-day on-site administration of the contract requirements. The responsibilities of the COR include, but are not limited to;

(A) Determining the compliance and adequacy of performance by the Contractor in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract;

(B) Requesting removal of unsuitable contractor employees;

(C) Ensuring adequacy of schedule and Quality Control Plan, including changes;

(D) Ordering re-performance of unacceptable work or performance by other mean, etc.

3. Point-of-Contact (POC): The POC will be used if an official certified COR cannot be designated at the time of award. The POC will not be designated in writing and will assist the CO in the day-to-day on-site administration of the contract requirements.

C.25 CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATIVE

The Contractor shall provide a contract representative for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate(s) who act for the contractor when the Contractor is absent shall be designated in writing to the CO. The Contractor representative or alternate shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The Contractor representative and alternate(s) must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English without use of a translator. Under no circumstances shall any documents, Statement of Work, Work Schedules, Contractor submittals, Contractor plans, etc., be translated. All documentation shall be submitted in the English language.

C.26 SUPERVISOR

A working (English literate) supervisor, who is knowledgeable and experienced in the required work and supervision, shall be provided for each crew and is required to stay with the crew while work is in progress, If the crew is non-English speaking, the supervisor must be bi-lingual in English and the language of the crew members.

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C.27 UNDOCUMENTED WORKERS

This contract involves the employment of unskilled labor working under arduous field conditions. Such employment may be attractive to persons coming from foreign countries, sometimes illegally. Offerors are reminded that it is a crime to bring into the United States, transport within the United States, and to harbor aliens who do not have a proper visa for entry and working in this country (8 U.S.C. § 1323-1325). If violations are suspected by the COR during the performance of work on this (these) project(s) they shall be reported to the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service for investigation and appropriate action. Conviction of the Contractor for commission of a criminal offense referred to herein shall be deemed sufficient cause for default and the initiation of debarment or suspension proceedings to prevent the Contractor from receiving future Government contracts.

C.28 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

• The COR will monitor contractor performance through review of deliverables, on-site inspections, and system functionality.

• Performance shall be evaluated based on timeliness, technical accuracy, system operability, and compliance with contract requirements.

• Deficiencies identified by the Government shall be corrected promptly at no additional cost to the Government.

C.29 INTERRUPTION OF WORK

ENVIRONMENTAL - The Contracting Officer, by issuance of a stop work order, may direct the Contractor to shut down any work that may be subject to damage due to weather conditions or fire danger. The Contractor shall be given a resume work order, which shall document the date the stop work order ended. An allowance has been included in the contract time for short-term environmental delays up to one day at a time. The count of contract time shall therefore continue during stop work of one day or less, but the count of contract time shall stop during stop work orders in excess of one day at a time. All periods of stop work by the Government shall be documented. Actions taken under this paragraph shall be subject to Special Clause 1 – Stop Work.

Instances such as: When adverse weather would result in soil damage by the Contractor on project units or that continued vehicle travel would cause unacceptable road damage. This is determined by the COR based on seasonal or an event situation.

SPECIAL EVENTS - The Government may direct the Contractor to stop work and all operations in the event of a scheduled or unscheduled events at INDE. The work may also just be restricted to certain locations at the discretion of the COR.

HISTORICA/ARCHEOLOGICAL/CULTURE RESOURCES – see C.31 below.

C.30 ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS

All waste materials generated by any work under the contract performed on a Government installation shall at all times be handled, transported, stored, and disposed of by the contractor and by their subcontractors in accordance with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, court orders, and other types of rulings having the effect of the law, including, but not limited to:

• Executive Order 12088, 13 October 1978, Federal Compliance with Pollution Control Standards;

• Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended (33 U.S.C. 1251 ET SEQ);

• Clean Air Act as amended (42 U.S.C. Sec 7401 ET SEQ);

• Endangered Species Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. Sec 1531 ET SEQ);

• Toxic Substances Control Act, as amended (15 U.S.C. Sec 2601, ET SEQ);

• National Historic Preservation Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. Sec 470, ET SEQ);

• Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 6901 ET SEQ);

• Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. Sec 469, ET SEQ).

Should the United States Government be held liable for any neglect or improper actions by the contractor or any subcontractor regarding removal or disposal of any hazardous waste, the contractor shall reimburse the Government for all such liability.

C.31 PRESERVATION OF HISTORICAL/ARCHEOLOGICAL/CULTURAL RESOURCES

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1. Public Law 93-291, May 24, 1974, provides for the preservation of scientific, prehistorical, and archeological data (including relics and specimens) which might otherwise be lost due to alteration of terrain because of any Federal construction project.

2. The Contractor agrees that should any contractor employee, in the performance of this contract, discover evidence of possible scientific, prehistorical, historical, cultural, or archeological data the contractor must notify the CO and COR in writing within 24 hours of first discovery. The notification must indicate time of discovery, the nature of the findings and location.

3. Immediately stop work if paleontological, archaeological, or historical remains (including burials or skeletal material) are…