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This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for annual fire alarm inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair services at Independence National Historical Park (INDE) in Philadelphia, PA. The National Park Service is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive fire alarm system services under a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside, with the acquisition set aside for 100% small business participation under NAICS 561621. The contract is for commercial services using simplified acquisition procedures under the Revolutionary FAR Updates (RFO) Part 12 framework.

The base period runs from September 28, 2026 to April 30, 2027, with four optional one-year periods and one optional six-month extension through October 31, 2031. The contractor must perform annual inspections and testing of fire alarm systems and related life-safety equipment, including smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, elevator emergency recall functions, and mass notification systems, complying with OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NFPA 72, International Fire Code 2021, and NEC standards. The base period includes up to 64 hours of repair and service call labor (not-to-exceed $22,000); subsequent option periods include up to 30 hours each (not-to-exceed $11,500-$13,500); and a 60-hour optional contingency line item is available for additional repair work. Quotes are due by September 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT and must be submitted electronically to eric_hubbell@ios.doi.gov in two separate files containing technical capability, biobased certification, past performance information, and pricing. Evaluation will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, with award to the lowest-priced offeror meeting all technical requirements including NICET Level II fire alarm certification for lead technicians and three years' experience with SimplexGrinnell, Honeywell FCI, and Edwards EST systems. All work must be performed during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM) unless explicitly approved otherwise by the Contracting Officer.

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WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (WOSB)

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE 1 OF

2. CONTRACT NUMBER 3.AWARD/EFFECTIVE

DATE

4. ORDER NUMBER 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (No collect calls)

8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

9. ISSUED BY

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

CODE

15. DELIVER TO 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE17a. CONTRACTOR/

OFFEROR

CODE

FACILITY

CODE

CODE

TELEPHONE NUMBER

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN

OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK

BELOW IS CHECKED

REQUEST

FOR QUOTE

(RFQ)

INVITATION

FOR BID

(IFB)

REQUEST

FOR

PROPOSAL

(RFP)

SEE ADDENDUM

19.

ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Government Use Only)

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN 29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REFERENCE

. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 30c. DATE SIGNED

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

10. THIS ACQUISITION IS UNRESTRICTED OR

NORTH AMERICAN

INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION

STANDARD (NAICS):

SIZE STANDARD:

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

THE DEFENSE PRIORITIES

AND ALLOCATIONS

SYSTEM - DPAS (15 CFR 700)

SET ASIDE: % FOR:

11. DELIVERY FOR FREE ON

BOARD (FOB) DESTINATION

UNLESS BLOCK IS MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE (FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION) FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4.

FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED.

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED.

8(A)

ECONOMICALLY

DISADVANTAGED

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (EDWOSB)

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

(SDVOSB)

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SMALL BUSINESS

NOTE: OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, AND 30.

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH

AND DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND

ON ANY ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

SPECIFIED

DATED.

OFFER

ADDENDA

ADDENDA

140P4226Q0046

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

09/09/2026 1200 ED

0044034010

Eric Hubbell 4842697159

PNC 100.00

PNC

Brian McCabe

561621

$25

08/26/2026

0011283495

ADMINISTERED BY:

DOI, NPS, NERO & NER SOUTH MABO

National Park Service

Northeast Regional Contracting

South/Philadelphia MABO

1234 Market Street, 20th Floor

Continued...

STOCK RECORD (S/R)

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021) BACK

19.

ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED:

41a. I CERTIFY THIS ACCOUNT IS CORRECT AND PROPER FOR PAYMENT

32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE

41b. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CERTIFYING OFFICER 41c. DATE

42a. RECEIVED BY (Print)

42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42c. DATE RECEIVED (MM/DD/YYYY) 42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS

40. PAID BY

32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE 32f. TELEPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32g. EMAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

33. SHIP NUMBER 34. VOUCHER NUMBER 35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

PARTIAL FINAL

37. CHECK NUMBER

38. S/R ACCOUNT NUMBER 39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER

36. PAYMENT

COMPLETE PARTIAL FINAL

ACCEPTED,

Philadelphia PA 19107 US

DELIVER TO:

NPS, Independence NHP

Independence Natl. Hist. Park

143 S. 3rd. Street

Philadelphia PA 19106 US

Annual Fire Alarm Inspection, Testing, and

Maintenance; and As-Needed Repair Services for

Independence National Historical Park (INDE)

00010 Base Period - Annual Inspection, Testing, and

Maintenance

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2027

Period of Performance: 09/28/2026 to

04/30/2027

00020 Base Period - Repair and Service Calls

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2027

CONTINUATION SHEET

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED PAGES

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: 04/14/2026 to

04/30/2027

Materials & Labor (up to 64 hours) Not To

Exceed $22,000.00

Labor to be performed at the following rates:

Regular Hours: TBD

Holiday/Weekend Hours: TBD

00030 Option Period 1 - Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 05/01/2027

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2028

Period of Performance: 05/01/2027 to

04/30/2028

Materials & Labor (up to 30 hours) Not To

Exceed $11,500.00

Labor to be performed at the following rates:

Regular Hours: TBD

Holiday/Weekend Hours: TBD

00040 Option Period 1 - Repair/Service Calls

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2027

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2028

Period of Performance: 05/01/2027 to

04/30/2028

00050 Option Period 2 - Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2028

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)

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2029

Period of Performance: 05/01/2028 to

04/30/2029

00060 Option Period 2 - Repair/Service Calls

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2028

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2029

Period of Performance: 05/01/2028 to

04/30/2029

Materials & Labor (up to 30 hours) Not To

Exceed $12,000.00

Labor to be performed at the following rates:

Regular Hours: TBD

Holiday/Weekend Hours: TBD

00070 Option Period 3 - Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2029

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2030

Period of Performance: 05/01/2029 to

04/30/2030

00080 Option Period 3 - Repair/Service Calls

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2029

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

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)

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2030

Period of Performance: 05/01/2029 to

04/30/2030

Materials & Labor (up to 30 hours) Not To

Exceed $12,500.00

Labor to be performed at the following rates:

Regular Hours: TBD

Holiday/Weekend Hours: TBD

00090 Option Period 4 - Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2030

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2031

Period of Performance: 05/01/2030 to

04/30/2031

00100 Option Period 4 - Repair/Service Calls

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2030

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 04/30/2031

Period of Performance: 05/01/2030 to

04/30/2031

Materials & Labor (up to 30 hours) Not To

Exceed $13,500.00

Labor to be performed at the following rates:

Regular Hours: TBD

Holiday/Weekend Hours: TBD

00110 Optional 6 Month Extension - Annual Inspection, 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)

Testing, and Maintenance

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2031

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 10/31/2031

Period of Performance: 05/01/2027 to

10/31/2031

Materials & Labor (up to 15 hours) Not To

Exceed $7,000.00

Labor to be performed at the following rates:

Regular Hours: TBD

Holiday/Weekend Hours: TBD

00120 Optional 6 Month Extension - Repair/Service

Calls

(Option Line Item)

Anticipated Exercise Date 04/30/2027

Product/Service Code: S202

Product/Service Description: HOUSEKEEPING-

FIRE

PROTECTION

Delivery: 10/31/2031

Period of Performance: 05/01/2027 to

10/31/2031

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED

PAGE

SECTION A - TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE

PART I - The Schedule

A Solicitation/Contract Form 6 B Schedule of Items 7 C Description/specifications/requirements 9 D Packaging and Marking 23 E Inspection and Acceptance 24 F Deliveries or Performance 25 G Contract Administration Data 26 H Special Contract Requirements 33

PART II - Contract Clauses

I Contract Clauses 37

PART III - List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments

J List of Attachments 50

PART IV - Representations and Instructions

K Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors 51 L Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors 60 M Evaluation Factors for Award 66

SECTION B - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

19.

ITEM

NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

21.

QTY

22.

UNIT OF

MEASURE

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

TOTAL

Base Items

00010 Base Period Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

1 Lump Sum $ $

00020 Base Period Repair and Service Calls Materials & Labor (up to 64 hours) Not To Exceed $22,000.00

Labor - Regular 1 Hour $ N/A

Labor - After Hours / Holiday 1 Hour $ N/A

Base Items Total: $

Optional Items

00030 Option Period 1 Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

1 Lump Sum $ $

00040 Option Period 1 Repair/Service Calls Materials & Labor (up to 30 hours) Not To Exceed $11,500.00

00050 Option Period 2 Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

1 Lump Sum $ $

00060 Option Period 2 Repair/Service Calls

Not To Exceed $12,000.00

00070 Option Period 3 Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

1 Lump Sum $ $

00080 Option Period 3 Repair/Service Calls

Not To Exceed $12,500.00

00090 Option Period 4 Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

1 Lump Sum $ $

00100 Option Period 4 Repair/Service Calls

Not To Exceed $13,500.00

00110 Optional 6 Month Extension Annual Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance

1 Lump Sum $ $

00120 Optional 6 Month Extension Repair/Service Calls Materials & Labor (up to 15 hours) Not To Exceed $7,000.00

00130 Additional Repair Service Hours Materials & Labor (up to 60 hours)

Optional Items Total: $

Grand Total: $

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.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS

STATEMENT OF WORK

Independence National Historical Park (INDE) Alarm Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair Services

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 - Philadelphia 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:

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

C.2 OVERVIEW

The National Park Service’s Independence National Historical Park (INDE) requires annual inspection, testing, maintenance, and reporting as well as repair services on an as-needed basis for all fire system compoents (see Attachment 2 Locations and Equipment Lists).

All work shall be performed in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NFPA 72, International Fire Code (IFC) 2021, NFPA 70 / National Electrical Code (NEC), and all federal, state, and local codes and regulations.

C.3 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

This requirement encompasses an eight (8) month base period with options for four additional twelve (12) month periods and one optional six (6) month extension for use in acordance with FAR 52.217-8. Approximate dates of performance are:

Base Period 9/28/2026 - 4/30/2027 Option Period 1 5/1/2027 - 4/30/2028 Option Period 2 5/1/2028 - 4/30/2029 Option Period 3 5/1/2029 - 4/30/2030 Option Period 4 5/1/2030 - 4/30/2031 Optional Extension Up to 6 Months, following any period (see FAR 52.217-8)

C.3.1 SCHEDULE

With the exception of approved Service Calls, all on site work shall be performed during regular business hours of Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Only Repair Service visits with explicit written approval from the Contracting Officer may be performed outside of regular business hours or on any Federal Holiday.

For a list of federally recognized holidays and observance dates see https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays.

At the discretion of any Presidential Administration and implemented by the DOI, additional days or shortened days may be added prior to Federal holidays noted on the OPM website above. Verification of work dates with the COR/POC as noted below is essential.

The Contractor shall:

• Submit a proposed schedule for annual inspection and testing work within the first five (5) days of any period of performance for approval by the COR/POC.

• For repair services work, the Contractor shall submit a proposed schedule with their quotation (see Section C.4.4).

• Prior to performing work, confirm scheduled work dates with the COR/POC at least two (2) business days prior to the approved wok date(s).

https://www.nps.gov/inde/index.htm https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays

C.3.2 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The site of work is National Historical Park Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA (NHP INDE), located at 143 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Work will occur at multiple facilities within the park, as listed in Attachment 2 Locations and Equipment Lists. Daily work shall begin at the Merchants’ Exchange Building, unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer (CO).

The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining on street parking. The government has no parking available for the contractor’s vehicle(s).

C.4 TASKS

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, management, and supervision necessary to provide annual inspection, testing, maintenance, and reporting, and additional as-needed repair services in support of all alarm system componentss described in this Statement of Work.

All work shall be compliant with the requirements listed in Section C.6.2.

C.4.1 ANNUAL TESTING AND INSPECTION

In accordance with the requirements listed in Section C.6.2., the Contractor shall perform a complete annual inspection and functional test of the fire alarm and associated life-safety systems at all INDE facilities identified in Attachment 2, Locations and Equipment Lists.

The Contractor shall verify the proper operation, communication, supervision, and required system response of all fire alarm system components, initiating devices, notification appliances, control equipment, interfaces, and system points connected to or monitored by the fire alarm system.

Annual testing and inspection shall include:

• Fire alarm control panels and control equipment, including verification of normal operation, alarm, supervisory, and trouble conditions.

• Supervising transmitters and monitoring equipment, including verification that alarm, supervisory, and trouble signals are properly transmitted to the designated supervising station.

• Remote power supplies, including verification of proper operation, AC power, battery condition, and required supervisory functions.

• Initiating devices, including smoke detectors, heat detectors, duct detectors, manual fire alarm boxes, waterflow switches, valve supervisory switches, and other initiating devices connected to the system.

• Alarm notification appliances, including audible and visual notification appliances, where applicable.

• Panel relay devices and control modules, including verification that programmed outputs operate the associated equipment as intended.

• Kitchen fire suppression system interfaces, including verification that activation of the suppression system produces the required fire alarm system response and associated shutdowns or control functions.

• Automatic sprinkler system interfaces, including waterflow and supervisory devices and their associated alarm and supervisory signals.

• Clean agent fire suppression system interfaces, including alarm, supervisory, trouble, pre-discharge, discharge, and associated system interface signals, where applicable.

• Fire Control Instruments (FCI) and associated fire alarm equipment, including verification of all connected points and programmed system functions.

• Combination systems, where fire alarm functions are integrated with other fire/life-safety systems.

• Mass notification system interfaces and equipment, where provided.

• All other devices, contacts, modules, relays, interfaces, and equipment connected to, controlled by, or monitored through the fire alarm system.

Device quantities and worksite locations may be found in Attachment 2 Locations and Equipment Lists.

All testing and inspection shall include at least two Contractor technicians and an INDE representative.

Concurrent to annual testing and inspection, the Contractor shall perform minor repair, adjustments, and repairs or replacement of system components such as contacts, sensors, detectors, and wiring, as well as minor corrective maintenance necessary to restore proper operation of fire alarm system components.

. Minor corrective work may include, The Contractor shall provide all ladders and/or scissor lifts necessary for testing elevated devices. Specific locations requiring lift equipment include Independence Square (East and West Wings) and the Liberty Bell Center.

C.4.2 ELEVATOR EMERGENCY RECALL TESTING

As part of the work descrivbed in C.41. the Contractor shall perform annual testing of the fire alarm/elevator interface and lief/saftey functions for eight (8) elevators:

• Primary Floor Elevator Recall

• Secondary Floor Elevator Recall

• Elevator Power Shutoff/Shunt Trip

Testing shall verify proper operation of Phase I Emergency Recall in accordance with the applicable codes and elevator manufacturer's requirements. This includes:

• Verification that activation of the designated fire alarm initiating devices causes the affected elevator(s) to automatically recall to the designated Primary Recall Floor and, where applicable, the designated Alternate/Secondary Recall Floor when the primary recall floor is the location of the initiating alarm.

• Verify proper operation of the associated fire alarm control modules, relays, monitoring points, and elevator interface devices required to initiate and supervise the emergency recall function.

• Where applicable, the Contractor shall verify that elevator recall signals are properly received and displayed at the fire alarm control panel and that any required supervisory or trouble conditions are annunciated.

Elevator Emergency Recall testing shall be performed as part of the annual fire alarm inspection and shall not be considered satisfied by testing of the elevator emergency telephone, emergency call box, or other elevator communication equipment.

C.4.3 ANNUAL INSPECTION REPORTS

Following completion of annual testing and inspection, the Contractor shall provide inspection reports to the INDE Safety Office within ten (10) working days of completion of testing and inspection.

Reports will conform to the following specifications:

• Prior to the first inspection taking place the contractor is to submit the proposed inspection report form for approval from the CO.

• During inspections, the Contractor shall annotate:

o System condition o Corrective measures required o Quantity and type of devices inspected.

o Any additional observations relevant to system operation

• The annotated inspection form shall be signed by the service technician performing the work.

• An Inspection report shall be provided for each building inspected.

• An inspection tag shall be placed on every inspected panel or other applicable equipment containing both the date and status

• Within ten (10) working days following completion of each building inspection, the Contractor shall provide a clean inspection, testing, and recommendation report to the NHP INDE Safety Office.

C.4.4 REPAIR SERVICES

Repair services for specific work not covered under the miror repairs included in annual inspctiona and testing visits may be initiated by the Government on an asi-needed basis to either correct deficiences identificed in inspections or as the result of issues identified by the Park between inspecitons. Repair service quotes will be requested in writing by the

COR/POC.

Within forty eight (48) hours of request by the COR/POC, the Contractor shall provide a written quote for specified repairs within 48 hours of request. Following written authorization from a warranted Contracting Officer (CO) and allocation of funds by the Government, the Contractor shall complete repairs within three (3) working days unless otherwise stated in the Contractor’s quote.

These services shall be performed on a firm fixed price basis at pre-established fully burdened hourly rates, within a Not- To-Exceed limit. The Contractor shall be responsible for notifying the Contracting Officer when reaching 75% of the Not- To-Exceed limit.

Repairs shall typically be conducted during normal working hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Work outside normal hours can only take place with prior approval from the COR/POC.

Repairs must be completed within ten (10) business days of government’s approval for corrective action.

Approval from the Safety Office and COR/POC is required before work begins.

Required hours of service are anticipated (but not guaranteed) to be:

PERIOD HOURS

Base 64 Options (each) 30 6 Month Extension 15

C.4.5 COORDINATION

The Contractor shall coordinate all work with the Contracting Officer, INDE staff and offices, and any relevant third parties to minimize disruption to building operations while ensuring that all required devices and system functions are fully tested or repaired, as described below:

• The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR/POC prior to starting any work (see Section C.3.1).

• The Contractor shall notify the COR/POC prior to work on any system or device that may generate:

o Alarm o Supervisory Signal o Trouble Signal o Elevator Recall o Equipment Shutdown o Other building-wide life-safety response

• Work may be paused at any time if unsafe conditions exist.

• Upon completion of work, the Contractor shall notify the COR/POC.

• The Contractor shall confirm system status with the COR/POC before leaving the site. At no time shall the Contractor leave the worksite without notifying the COR/POC of the status of the system.

C.4.6 OPTION TO INCREASE NUMBER OF REPAIR SERVICE HOURS (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING)

The number of repair service hours identified in both the schedule of items and above in Section C.4 are estimated. As they are estimated, the need for additional work may be revealed during performance of the contract, and additional repair service hours may be required that were not considered in the original estimation by the Government. To allow flexibility in the contract, an additional sixty (60) hours are included as optional item, to be performed at the hourly rates stated in Schedule of Items, and subject to the availability of funds should additional work be identified.

The contract may be modified more than once, based on the number of additional hours that are required; however, the maximum combined total shall not exceed sixty (60) hours, unless approved in writing at least ten (10) days in advance by Contracting Officer. Any need for additional repair service hours exceeding sixty (60) hours may be subject to additional costs but shall not exceed 10% of the hourly rates stated in Schedule of Items for the appropriate Period of Performance and is limited to a maximum of sixty (60) additional hours.

C.5 CONTRACTOR/EMPLOYEE QUALIFICATIONS

Technicians (individually or collectively) shall have manufacturer training or equivalent experience with brand name specific SimplexGrinnell, Honeywell FCI, and Edwards EST fire alarm systems currently installed at INDE.

Lead fire alarm technician performing inspection and testing shall possess a current NICET Level II (or higher) certification in Fire Alarm Systems. Personnel assisting with inspections and testing may work under the direct supervision of the NICET Level II (or higher) technician. Additionally, the lead fire alarm technician performing inspection and testing shall have at least three (3) years’ experience in performing inspection and testing.

C.6 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBLITIES

C.6.1 GENERAL

The contractor shall:

1. Be responsible for adherence to all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulation, specifically 29

CFR 1910 - General Industry.

2. Have adequate liability insurance and proper license to perform all work stated herein.

3. All workers to comply with Federal, State, and Local safety requirements.

4. Be held responsible for any damages to, and for maintenance and protection of existing structures and utilities.

5. Preserve and protect all existing vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and grass areas (on or adjacent to removed trees) that do not reasonably interfere with work.

6. Not park heavy equipment/vehicles and/or the stockpile of heavy materials off hard surface roads without the express written permission of the COR/POC.

7. The Contractor, their employees, equipment, and materials may be subject to search by Law Enforcement when working in secure areas or on any Federal property within the Park.

C.6.2 APPLICABLE LAWS AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

All work of this contract shall be performed in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and standards. Work shall comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NFPA 72, International Fire Code (IFC) 2021, NFPA 70 / National Electrical Code (NEC), and all federal, state, and local codes and regulations.

International Fire Code (IFC) 2021 shall be the governing fire code for this Statement of Work. Existing systems are not automatically required to be upgraded to IFC 2021 standards unless altered, subject to a retroactive requirement, or determined by the Authority Having Juristiction (AHJ) to present a fire/life-safety hazard; the Contractor shall consult with the AHJ and refer to IFC gudiance such as Section 102 regarding questions of appliability. Specific Inspection Testing and Maintenance requirements shall be governed by applicable NFPA standards.

C.6.4 REFERENCE MATERIALS

The Contractor shall make themselves familiar with the following reference mateials (available at the Merchant Exchange Building Safety Office):

• Technical Drawings and Construction Documents

• Fire Alarm System Operation and Maintenance Manuals

C.6.5 SAFETY

The Contractor shall:

1. Be responsible for the safe conduct of all operations to ensure safety of their employees, NPS staff, and NPS visitor on the worksite and shall establish an effective accident prevention program and provide a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

2. Adhere to applicable Federal, State and local regulations (as amended) including but not limited to:

a. OSHA 29 CFR 1910

b. NFPA 72

c. International Fire Code (IFC) 2021

d. NFPA 70 / National Electrical Code (NEC)

3. Be subject to inspection by NPS Safety Officer.

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

a. National Park Service Occupational Safety and Health Program - Reference Manual 50B - Reference Manual

50B: NPS Occupational Safety and Health Program

b. Most Recent Superintendents Compendiums as amended:

I. INDE - Superintendent’s Compendium - Gettysburg National Military Park (U.S. National Park Service): https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm

c. 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).

https://www.nps.gov/subjects/policy/upload/RM-50B_Contents.pdf?msclkid=621da23cc59111ec9bbf5daecf70f928 https://www.nps.gov/subjects/policy/upload/RM-50B_Contents.pdf?msclkid=621da23cc59111ec9bbf5daecf70f928 https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-36/chapter-I/part-2

d. All operations under this contract shall be conducted in accordance with all federal, OSHA (29 CFR 1910), state, and local safety requirements.

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

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

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

C.6.6 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.6.7 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.6.8 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:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8. 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.6.9 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

http://www.gpoaccess.gov/ecfr/

Any material suspected of being hazardous that is 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.

C.6.10 LOSS OR DAMAGES

The Contractor shall assume all risks of injury to persons or property in connection with the performance of work under this contract shall indemnify and save harmless the Government against all claims, causes of action, cost and expense, because of bodily injuries, death, or damages to Property arising from all work activities of the Contractor.

If due to fault, neglect, dishonesty of the contractor, his agency or employees, loss or damage to government property is incurred during the performance of this contract, the contractor shall be responsible for the same. The government, at its option, in lieu of repayment, may require the contractor to replace at his own expense, all property as directed by the Contracting Officer.

C.6.11 TRAVEL

The contractor shall be responsible for all travel necessary to complete the work described in the Statement of Work.

C.6.12 INSURANCE

1. Insurance: The Contractor is required to provide insurance as required in DIAR 1452.228-70 Liability Insurance (JUL 1996). The government is not responsible for damage to contractor’s equipment, vehicles, tools or materials or their employees and the personal property brought on-site. The Government will not accept any liability due to contractor employee negligence.

2. Workers Compensation: The contractor shall furnish proof of workers compensation insurance to the Contracting Officer for those employees performing work related to this contract and shall comply with the workman’s compensation laws of the State of Pennsylvania.

3. Liability: The contractor shall maintain a level of insurance that will protect the contractor and the Government from any claims as a result of bodily injury (including death) and property damage which may arise from and during the performance of this contract and shall submit proof of insurance to the Contracting Officer.

C.7 ROLES AND LIMITATIONS

C.7.1 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:

1. 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.

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

3. 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.

4. Contractors shall provide proper identification when making phone calls or speaking to others during performance of their scope of services. This means they shall indicate to the other party that they are a contractor, rather than a government employee.

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

6. 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.

7. 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.

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

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

10. 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.

11. 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.

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

C.7.2 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.7.3 DESIGNATION OF CONTRACTING OFFICERS REPRESENTATIVE (COR) AND/OR POINT-OF-CONTACT

1. The Contracting Officer will designate an individual as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) at time of award of the contract in accordance with DIAR 1452.201-70 Authorities and Delegations (SEP 2011). The name will be designated on a letter or form.

2. The COR is responsible for administering the performance of work under this contract. In no event, however, will any understanding, agreement, modification, change order, or other matter deviating from the terms of this contract be effective or binding upon the Government unless formalized by a proper contractual documents executed by the Contracting Officer prior to completion of the contract.

3. The Contracting Officer should be informed as soon as possible of any actions or inactions by the Contractor or the Government which will change the required delivery or completion times stated in the contract, and the contract will be modified accordingly. (This does not apply to individual assignments which were issued by the Contracting Officer’s Representative provided they do not affect the delivery schedule or performance period stated in the contract.)

4. On all matters that pertain to the contract terms the Contractor must communicate with the Contracting Officer.

Whenever, in the opinion of the Contractor, the COR’s requests effort outside the scope of the contract, the Contractor should so advise the Contracting Officer’s Representative. If the COR persists and there still exists a disagreement as to proper contractual coverage, the CO should be notified immediately, preferably in writing if time permits. Proceeding with work without proper contractual coverage could result in nonpayment or necessitate submittal of a contract claim.

5. The COR is delegated full authority under this contract except for the following actions which are reserved for the Contracting Officer:

a. Changing or modifying any of the terms and conditions of the contract.

b. Directing the contractor to perform work or make deliveries not specifically required under the contract.

c. Directing the contractor to begin work prior to contract award date.

d. Waving or relaxing, in any way, the Government’s rights with regard to the contractor’s compliance with the specifications, price, delivery or any other terms or conditions of the contract.

e. Interfering with contractor’s management of its employees, including “supervising” or directing the work of the employees.

f. Making any commitments or approving any actions that would create any financial obligation on the part of the Government. As per Acquisition Policy and Procedures Memorandum (AP&P) 1443.01-04, personnel who direct any contracting actions without formally delegated contracting authority may be held liable for costs incurred for unauthorized contract actions.

g. Causing the contractor to incur costs not otherwise detailed in the contracting instrument with the expectation that such costs will be reimbursed by the Government.

h. Takins any action with respect to termination, other than notifying the Contracting Officer that action may be necessary and to assist with the process as requested.

i. Participating in negotiations with a contractor outside the presence of a Contracting Officer.

j. Rendering a decision on any dispute or question of fact under the Disputes clause of the contract.

6. 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 and/or performance.

a. The POC is responsible for administering the performance of work under this contract. In no event, however, will any understanding, agreement, modification, change order, or other matter deviating from the terms of this contract be effective or binding upon the Government unless formalized by a proper contractual document executed by the CO prior to completion of the contract.

b. The CO should be informed as soon as possible of any actions or inactions by the Contractor or the Government which will change the required delivery or completion times stated in the contract, and the contract will be modified accordingly. (This does not apply to individual assignments which were issued by the OCO provided they do not affect the delivery schedule or performance period stated in the contract.)

c. On all matters that pertain to the contract terms the Contractor must communicate with the CO. Whenever, in the opinion of the Contractor, the POC requests effort outside the scope of the contract, the Contractor should so advise the CO. If the POC persists and there still exists a disagreement as to proper contractual coverage, the CO should be notified immediately, preferably in writing if time permits. Proceeding with work without proper contractual coverage could result in nonpayment or necessitate submittal of a contract claim.

d. The POC has limited authority under this contract and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

i. Determining the compliance and adequacy of performance by the Contractor in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract;

II. Requesting removal of unsuitable contractor employees;

III. Ensuring adequacy of schedule and Quality Control Plan, including changes;

IV. Ordering re-performance of unacceptable work or performance by other means, etc.

V. Approval or invoices and submitted reports.

C.7.4 WORK BY THE GOVERNMENT

The Government reserves the right to undertake performance by Government forces or other Contractors, the same type of similar work as contracted for herein, as the Government deems necessary or desirable, and to do so will not breach or otherwise violate this contract.

C.7.5 OTHER CONTRACTS

The Government may undertake work with its own forces or award other contracts for additional work, and the Contractor shall fully cooperate with such other Contractors and Government employees and carefully fit its own work to such additional work as may be directed by the CO. The Contractor shall not commit or permit any act, which shall interfere with the performance of work by any other Contractor or by Government employees.

C.8 RESTRICTIONS

Contractor personnel shall not disable, reconfigure, or modify any alarm system without prior approval from the

COR/POC.

Restrooms will be available for the contractor employees to use.

All work shall be completed in such a way as to create no damage and to protect the surrounding government property, and belongings etc. The contractor shall ask the COR/POC for clarification if the need arises.

Contractor shall ensure that all work is performed in accordance with all applicable OSHA and other safety regulations (including 20 CFR 1910) and in accordance with accepted maintenance, repair and inspection practices as set forth in the applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and standards as referenced in Section C.5, Contractor Requirements.

No physical contact with historic artifacts or structures is permitted without the approval of the COR/POC.

No active listening devices such as radios, headphones, etc. shall be permitted at the project site. This includes devices using ear buds. Explanation: Music, loud conversation, etc. could be a disturbance to neighboring property owners and shall not be permitted. Wearing and using music devices with ear plugs can create a safety problem.

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