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DOI, NPS, NERO & NER SOUTH MABO

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

09/11/2026 1200 ED

0044038358

Deborah Coles 5406770325

PNC 100.00

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Deborah Coles

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$47

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0011282854

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National Park Service

Northeast Regional Contracting

South/Philadelphia MABO

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DELIVER TO:

NPS, Valley Forge NHP

Administration Building

1400 North Outer Line Drive

King of Prussia PA 19406-1009 US

Request for firm fixed price quote to replace the fire and security alarm panels at two locations within Valley Forge National

Historical Park in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania as described in the attached

Statement of Work.

Questions must be sent to the Contracting

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

Eastern Time on Friday, September 4, 2026.

Quotes must be sent to the Contracting Officer at Deborah_Coles@ios.doi.gov by 12:00PM Eastern

Time on Friday, September 11, 2026 with

"140P4226Q0047 VAFO Security Upgrades" in the subject line. FAXED SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE

ACCEPTED.

Contractor must have an active SAM registration at the time of award. www.SAM.gov

A site visit is planned for Monday, August 24, 2026 at 10:00AM Eastern Time. The meeting location is the Administration Building at 1400

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N Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania 19406. Site visit reservation is

NOT required.

Delivery: 12/31/2026

Period of Performance: 09/21/2026 to

12/31/2026

00010 Admin Fire System Upgrade

Product/Service Code: J012

Product/Service Description:

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD

OF EQUIPMENT- FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT

00020 HQ Train Station Security Upgrade

Product/Service Code: J012

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD

OF EQUIPMENT- FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT

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PART I – The Schedule A Solicitation/Contract Form 1 B Schedule of Items 5 C Description/specifications/requirements 6 D Packaging and Marking 18 E Inspection and Acceptance 18 F Deliveries or Performance 18 G Contract Administration Data 19 H Special Contract Requirements 24

PART II – Contract Clauses I Contract Clauses 27

PART III – List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments J List of Attachments 38

PART IV – Representations and Instructions K Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors 39 L Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors 48 M Evaluation Factors for Award 56

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00010 Admin Fire System Upgrade – Replace Fire Alarm Panel 1 Each $ $

00020 HQ Train Station Security Upgrade – Replace Security Alarm Panel

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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.

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SECTION C – Description/Specification/Requirements

Valley Forge National Historical Park (VAFO) Security Upgrades

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 VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK (VAFO)

Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, and monuments commemorating the resolve of the Revolutionary War generation and honoring the power of people to pull together, overcome adversity, and find renewal through transformation.

For more information, please visit VAFO’s website at: Valley Forge National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

C.2 BACKGROUND

Valley Forge National Historical Park (VAFO) has two locations, Park Administration Building and the HQ Train Station that are in need of upgraded fire and security alarm panels to ensure they are up to date and within the required codes.

C.3 SUMMARY OF WORK

The Statement of Work (SOW) requires the contractor to perform upgrades to one (1) fire alarm system and one (1) security system at Valley Forge National Historical Park.

C.4 OBJECTIVES/TASKS

The specifications will require a performance-based installation of the combined systems based on current National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and manufacture requirements. The system shall meet both fire protection and site security requirements and shall transmit associated signals to the Federal Protective Service (FPS).

• Upgrade existing fire and security detection systems with new addressable fire and security alarm/security system as required by the contract, applicable codes, and other project requirements.

• Contractor shall provide a U.L. listed monitoring system that connects with a base monitoring station at the parks dispatch center using the Bosch Fire and Intrusion System consistent with Federal Protective Service Dispatch. (FPS)

• Contractor shall design a user-friendly system and minimize the use of multiple power supplies and control units, and not compromise recognized codes (NFPA) or manufacture requirements. Backup battery supply shall be provided to each unit of the system.

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• Comply with all applicable codes and standards, including but not limited to NFPA 72, NFPA 101, NFPA 70 (NEC), UL 864/UL 2017, IBC/IFC as adopted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and all applicable state/local fire and building codes - using the most current adopted edition

• Conform to manufacturer specifications and listed/approved installation instructions for all specified equipment, including Bosch system components.

• Meet or exceed the design parameters specified in this SOW, including device spacing, coverage areas, notification appliance candela/dB ratings, cable pathway requirements, and power/battery calculations

• Be submitted for review and approval prior to installation, including full design drawings, device layout, riser diagrams, battery calculations, and sequence of operations, subject to review by [Owner/Owner's Representative/Engineer of Record].

• Resolve any conflict or ambiguity between code requirements, manufacturer specifications, and this SOW by defaulting to the most stringent applicable requirement, and by notifying the Owner in writing prior to proceeding.

• Not deviate from the design specified herein without prior written approval from the Owner, regardless of whether the Contractor believes an alternative approach is equivalent or superior. All recommendations are required to be discussed with the Park representatives.

• The system shall be able to hold a minimum of 250 (per location) individual alarm codes.

• The system shall report all related security and fire alerts to the Federal Protective Service. The fire alarm system ‘alarm event’ shall always maintain the highest priority in signal transmission.

• Special Circumstances: Contractor shall ensure all aspects of the proposed installation meets the approval of the COR.

Examples include, but not limited to, Storage areas, work hours, seasonal resources, park closings, etc.

• Contractor shall, at all times, assure the protection and safety of the building and its collection. The contactor shall provide the COR with the installation schedule identifying locations requiring Park intervention minimum one week in advance of proposed work in the affected building.

FIRE ALARM SYSTEM (Administration Building):

• Remove obsolete panel, smoke, heat and duct smoke detectors. Leave existing wiring in place to be reused.

• Install new Fire Alarm Control Panel (BOSCH FPD-7024-LT). This panel is used throughout the park and parts are interchangeable for easy maintenance. The new panel will be installed in same location as the existing panel. This is located in the stairway landing of the second floor. The current security panel is located within the existing FACP and will need to be reinstalled as part of this project. The panel shall be no higher than 50-60 inches (1.27m-1524m) above the finished floor (AFF) per the ADA act.

• Replace with new seven (7) hardwired spot type addressable photoelectric smoke detectors. Use Bosch D283A (or approved alternate). These must be compatible with the new Bosch FACP. Reuse the existing wiring.

• Replace with new seven (7) heat detectors. Use Bosch D284 (or approved alternate). These must be compatible with the new Bosch FACP. Reuse the existing wiring.

• Replace four (4) duct detectors. Use Bosch D340 (or approved alternate). These must be compatible with the new Bosch FACP. Reuse the existing wiring.

• There will be one horn/strobe device installed on the first floor and one on the second floor. Install two (2) new ceiling mounted horn/strobe devices Bosch SS-PC2RL (or approved alternate) and new wiring connected to the new FACP.

• Wireless detection shall not be utilized in any spaces unless areas where wireless technology is best engineered solution for

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All detection devices on drop ceiling surfaces shall have T-bar support. Accessible attic space detection is required and be listed for the application. Linear detection is acceptable.

• Audible/Visual Notification: Notification devices shall be horns which shall be multi-tone, able to silenced and maintain Sound Pressure Levels (SPL) at 15 dBA above ambient sound levels throughout, but not to exceed 100 dBA anywhere.

• Strobes: Strobes shall have the proper candela for the size of the space

• Programming Criteria: All special programming criteria for special features shall be discussed and approved by the AHJ and COR. As a minimum, the proposed system shall meet the requirements of NFPA and manufacturers requirements. Special partisan and password programming of all system shall be coordinated through the Park Chief Ranger or delegated representative.

• All devices shall by P-Touched labeled or neatly marked with SLC/Address number on the base of the device.

SECURITY SYSTEM (HQ Train Station):

• Remove obsolete panel, motion and door sensors. Leave existing wiring in place to be reused. Existing security panels are to be removed and returned to the NPS.

• Replace existing security system components. To prevent damage to historic structures, use existing wiring to the devices. Any exceptions must be pre-approved by the COR in writing. The placement of detection devices shall be as follows:

1. Train Station:

a) Install one (1) new Bosch B8512G panel

b) Install one (1) new Bosch B600 Zonex module

c) Install one (1) new Bosch D1640 Transformer

d) Install one (1) new B444-V cellular module

e) MIMO 2x2 Log Periodic External Antenna Kit for 4G LTE/5G Hotspots & Routers

f) Replace three (3) existing door contacts on exterior doors compatible with new Bosch Panel

g) Replace two (2) existing motion detectors compatible with new Bosch Panel

2. The system shall be capable of programming partitions for security access. The system shall be able to support 250 individual users’ unique ID codes, and limit when and where the individual can go and bypass.

CABLE and CONDUIT:

• Except as otherwise required by Code and/or these Specifications, the installation of fire alarm and security circuits shall conform to the requirements of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code. New fire alarm circuit wiring shall be in conformance with Article 760 of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.

• Power-limited fire alarm (PLFA) circuits shall be installed in conformance with Parts A and C of Article 760 of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.

• New fire alarm wiring shall be installed in a dedicated EMT conduit system in storage and unfinished areas and shall not be used for any other wiring. Where applicable, fire alarm and security cables may share the same raceway.

• Security circuits shall be compliant with manufacture recommendations and Article 800 of the National Electric code.

• Primary power circuits (AC) supplied to fire/security alarm system shall not be in the same conduit or raceway as alarm low voltage circuits, and be dedicated solely for the fire/security system. The branch circuits will be locked with an approved NEC locking device.

• Power-limited circuit (PLFA) wiring material and installation methods shall be by cable Types FPL, FPLR, or FPLP listed and marked in accordance with Section 760-71 of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code using wiring methods in accordance with 760-52 (B) of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.

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• Minimum 18 AWG, maximum 16 AWG, FPL cable is required for all fire alarm signal line circuits (SLC), and minimum 16 AWG and maximum 14 AWG cable is required for notification circuits (NAC). Security cable must meet minimum manufacture requirements.

• Only in storage and inaccessible areas where it is difficult to install conduit, metal clad (MC) listed for fire protection is acceptable. When MC cable is used, it shall be installed in a neat professional manner, and properly supported to minimize risk of potential maintenance problems. Only to be used with the written approval of the COR.

• T-tap connections shall not be permitted on any circuits.

• All circuits shall be un-spliced in continuous lengths between devices, networks, or other equipment related to the performance of the system. Only in unavoidable circumstances when splicing is necessary, prior written approval must be obtained from the COR. Wire nuts are not approved for splices. Terminal lugs shall be used. This shall be approved by the COR prior to installation.

• All wire shall be free from any mechanical failures, i.e., open circuits, shorts between conductors or shorts to earth ground.

• Color coded consistency is required on all devices and recorded on wiring schematics required per submittals. All connections shall be accessible for inspection and servicing and shall be clearly identified on the contractor record drawing.

• Color coded consistency is required on all devices and recorded on wiring schematics required per submittals. All connections shall be accessible for inspection and servicing and shall be clearly identified on the contractor record drawing.

• Any low voltage circuits exiting or entering the buildings shall meet the protection requirements of section 800 of the NEC (surge protection) and the cable shall be listed for the application it is installed.

C.5 OTHER INCIDENTAL WORK

Patching:

• Replacement or repair materials shall match those of the existing adjacent surfaces.

• Finished surfaces shall be repaired to match existing finished surfaces.

• All surfaces, walls, floors and ceilings shall be repaired to maintain their integrity and fire resistance.

• Replace fireproofing material removed from structure with new fireproofing material of equal or better fire rating. New fireproofing material shall be acceptable to the COR.

Touch Up Paint:

• All new paint colors and textures shall match those of the existing adjacent areas.

• The Contractor shall repaint the entire existing ceiling and/or wall surface that has been altered or damaged or where soffits are added due to installation of new work.

• Spot painting will be acceptable only if the painting matches the existing paint, to the satisfaction of Post Maintenance personnel. If the spot painting does not match, the Contractor shall repaint the entire contiguous surface.

Submittals:

• Contractor shall submit product data on each type of equipment to be installed for approval prior to installation.

Barriers:

• The Contractor shall provide and maintain protection for existing work that is to remain in place, adjacent property, the public, and Government employees.

• The Contractor shall provide all barricades, lights, and other protection, which may be required by the park to maintain the normal use of the building for the full period of the project in areas work is being performed.

• Where applicable, the Contractor shall use temporary barriers of noncombustible or flame retardant-treated materials.

• Temporary protection in the construction area shall remain in place until Post Maintenance personnel authorize removal of such protection.

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The contractor shall develop and maintain a quality program to ensure services are performed in accordance with commonly accepted commercial practices. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. As a minimum the contractor shall develop quality control procedures addressing the critical areas identified in this statement of work. The government will periodically evaluate the contractor’s performance in accordance with the statement of work.

C.6 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE AND HOURS OF OPERATION

Fire Alarm System:

Administration Building 1400 North Outer Line Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406

Security System:

Valley Forge Train Station 9 River Road King of Prussia, PA 19406

Hours of Operation: Normal operating hours are Monday – Friday from 0700 – 1600.

No work shall occur on the following Federal Holidays:

New Year’s Day – January 1st 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.

Period of Performance:

September 21, 2026 – December 31, 2026

C.7 SCHEDULING AND COORDINATION

The COR will be responsible for acting on behalf of the Contracting Officer (CO) on all matters of work within the scope of the contract. Approval of all work beyond the scope of the contract is reserved for the CO. The contractor is responsible for notifying the COR in writing all work that is beyond the scope of the contract.

Contractor shall coordinate the start date (1) week prior to commencement of work.

C.8 SAFETY

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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. 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 VAFO: https://home.nps.gov/vafo/learn/management/compendium.htm

• 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).

• 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).

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

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

• Contract employees shall not possess, distribute, consume, use or cause to be used any controlled substance or alcohol on the job site on Government property. Any employee using a controlled substance prescribed by a physician shall get written permission from the Contracting Officer to continue performance of assigned duties for this contract. Any contractor or contractor employee found to be in violation of this section will be permanently prohibited from the NPS property. Actions taken under this section shall not relieve the contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform adequate and timely service as required in this contract.

3. Contractor and operators shall follow all OSHA regulations which apply to the work activities. OSHA Regulations for tree removal operations can be found at http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id =9862

4. The contractor shall maintain the ability to contact 911 or VAFO within 15 minutes in case of an emergency while on site.

5. The Contractor shall ensure that any Contractor employee shall be in good health and free of any communicable disease prior to commencing work at this facility. The Contractor shall maintain and follow an exposure control plan for bloodborne pathogens in accordance with OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.1030. Any necessary medical certificates, exams and treatments are at the expense of the Contractor.

C.9 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

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

2. 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.

3. 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.

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

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C.10 ACCIDENT REPORTING

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. The COR will provide the numbers for the rescue services to the contractor upon award.

C.11 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION

• Any accidental fire starts shall be reported immediately to COR and/or VAFO 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 VAFO Fire Management Fire Management immediately.

• Hazard Control: Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction. 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.

C.12 SECURITY

1. The contractor’s employees shall have personal identification on their person at all times while working at this project.

Employees working after normal working hours must check in with the on-duty NPS Law Enforcement Officer.

2. Any contractor-owned vehicle(s) used must meet established Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and NPS regulations (e.g. safety, insurance, etc.). All vehicles will be identified with the contractor’s logo to facilitate easy identification.

3. The contractor is responsible for safeguarding all Government property that they come in contact with during the performance of this contract. The contractor shall also be expressly responsible for safeguarding their property. At the close of each workday, facilities, equipment and supplies shall be secured.

4. The contractor shall be responsible for restoring any damaged property or equipment caused by the contractor. The restoration shall be to its original condition at no additional charge to the Government.

5. The Contractor, or any representative, and all contractor employees entering the Government reservation, shall abide by all security regulations of this installation which may be in effect during the contract period; and shall be subject to such checks as may be deemed necessary to insure that no violations occur. All contractor personnel shall follow any instructions given by the COR, and NPS Law Enforcement personnel in case of fire, hurricane or any other emergencies.

6. All Contractor personnel shall wear attire appropriate for the specific task. Clothing not to be worn tank tops, shorts, sandals, or other inappropriate clothing as determined by the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COR). The contractor shall ensure that each employee or representative of the Contractor shall present a clean and professional appearance.

7. Contractor shall provide certification that employees working on site will be run through the E-Verify system

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

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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 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.17 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 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.

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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.18 THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL AND RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

1. Contracting Officer: The Contracting Officer (CO) has 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.19 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.

C.20 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).

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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.21 PRESERVATION OF HISTORICAL/ARCHEOLOGICAL/CULTURAL RESOURCES

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 encountered, until work is permitted to resume by written order from the CO. 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. The CO and/or COR will notify the Regional Archaeologist, so the provisions of 36 CFR 800.7 (Resources Discovered During Construction) and other relevant laws are followed. Work in other areas may proceed as approved by the

CO.

4. Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the CO may order delays in the time of performance and/or changes in the work.

If such delays and/or changes are ordered, the time of performance and contract price shall be adjusted in accordance with the applicable clauses in the Contract Clauses Section of this contract.

5. The Contractor must insert this requirement in all subcontracts which involve the performance of work on the terrain of the site.

C.22 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

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.23 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

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

C.24 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY/INFORMATION

The COR will update the contractor if government property/information is to be provided. Samples could be keys, alarm codes, drawing, etc.

C.25 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.26 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.

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C.27 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.28 EXTENT OF OBLIGATION

The Government obligation for performance of this contract beyond the award price is contingent upon the availability of funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise for performance under this contract beyond the amount that has been authorized through the issuance of a contract modification or change order by the CO.

C.29 BIOBASED AND SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS

The Federal Acquisition Regulation; Executive Order (EO) 13514, “Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance,” dated October 5, 2009; EO 13423, “Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management,” dated January 24, 2007; and Presidential0 Memorandum, “Driving Innovation and Creating Jobs in Rural America through Biobased and Sustainable Product Procurement,” dated February, 2012 to provide biobased products.

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

The following is a list of categories for biopreferred products that m a y b e required in performance of this contract:

• Electronic Components Cleaners – Minimum Biobased Content 91%

• Eyewear - Minimum Biobased Content 25%

• Fire Suppressants - Minimum Biobased Content 30%

• Eyewear – Minimum Biobased Content 25%

• Safety Equipment – Minimum Biobased Content 25%

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

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C.30 DEFINITIONS (Not included in Federal Acquisition Regulations)

Wherever in these provisions, or in other contract documents, the following terms, or pronouns in place of them, are used, the intent and meaning shall be interpreted as follows:

Calendar Days - Every day shown on the calendar, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays included.

Change Order - An order issued to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer, pursuant to the “change” clause included in Section I of this contract, requiring work to be performed, within the general scope of the contract.

Clothing – Utility Gloves - A fitted hand garment used to protect hands in industrial and construction work.

Contract Pay Item - A pay item designated on the bid schedule and described by a specification.

Contractor - The individual, partnership, joint venture, or corporation undertaking the execution of work under the terms of the contract and acting directly or through their agent, employees, or subcontractors.

Drawings - The approved documents and reproductions of these documents, including plan and profile sheets, cross sections, site plans, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, schedules, and similar documents showing details for construction of a facility.

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Equipment - All machinery and equipment, together with the necessary supplies for upkeep and maintenance, including tools and apparatus necessary for the proper construction and acceptable completion of the work.

Eyewear – Products that are worn over the eyes, either to provide protection (from the sun, impact, chemicals, etc.) or to enhance vision. Eyewear consists of frames and lenses, either separately or together. This category includes contact lenses.

Materials - Any substances for use in the construction of the project and its appurtenances.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Equipment used by workers that protect against worksite accidents, such as goggles, ear plugs, face shields and gloves.

Quality Assurance - Actions taken by the Government to assure contracted services meet all SOW and Specification requirements.

Safety Equipment – Equipment used by workers that protects against worksite accidents, such as goggles, ear plugs, face shields and gloves.

Shopping and Trash Bags – Open-ended bags that are typically made of thin, flexible film and are used for containing and transporting items such as consumer goods and waste. Examples include trash bags, can liners, shopping or grocery bags, pet waste bags, compost bags, and yard waste bags. This category does not include product packaging disposable containers, or semi-durable and non-durable films.

Specifications - A general term applied to all written directions and requirements pertaining to performance of work.

Standard Specifications - Specifications established for region wide use for construction of facilities which cover most items of work likely to be performed; such as Earthwork, Base Courses, Pavement, Concrete, etc.

Utility Services - Are services such as electricity, gas, steam, water and sewage.

C.31 TRAVEL

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

C.32 NOTIFICATION OF SUBCONTRACTING

The contractor shall within 14 days after award notify the Contracting Officer upon entering into any subcontract arrangement, as required by FAR 52.222-11 – Subcontracts (Labor Standards).