SOW_COWP_PMIS246179_Install_Fire_and_Intrusion_Alarms.docx

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

COWPENS NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD

REPLACE FIRE AND INTRUSION ALARMS. INSTALL CAMERAS (BID OPTION)

PARK ADMINISTRATION AND MAINTENANCE FACILITIES

SCOPE OF WORK

Background:

Cowpens National Battlefield commemorates the victory of Brigadier General Daniel Morgan in the Revolutionary War. The battlefield is a unit of the National Park Service (NPS), an agency of the United States Department of the Interior (DOI). Cowpens National Battlefield (COWP) owns and operates the park administrative headquarters (admin) and park maintenance (maintenance) facilities, which are located at 338 New Pleasant Road in Gaffney, SC. The maintenance facility houses offices, storage, and equipment for park maintenance functions and is comprised of various attached and unattached storage bays. The administrative facility houses offices for park leadership, a small conference room, and an attached garage. Neither of the two buildings are considered historic, however any proposed modifications may require additional levels of review for compliance with preservation regulations. The purpose of this contract is to replace the existing alarm systems, which have aged beyond their useful life cycle and are not compliant with NFPA. A bid option to install an IP Network Video Recorder Camera System is also included. The goal of this project is to provide an automatic fire detection system, and automatic intrusion detection system that is NFPA compliant and ensures adequate security and protection for both facilities. This is a firm, fixed price contract, with all work to be complete within 4 calendar months (120 days) of the notice to proceed date. Measurements and information provided within the scope of work are provided as estimates for informational purposes only, the contractor will be responsible for obtaining final measurements and verifying existing conditions in order to meet the desired outcome prior to submittal of bid. The park is unable to provide floor plans of the facilities, verification of measurements and existing conditions must be completed in-person. The contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and all other items necessary to coordinate and ensure quality workmanship.

Existing Conditions:

· Existing system within both facilities is combined fire and security.

· Existing intrusion detection system equipment (estimated):

· Administration – 7 wireless motion sensors, 3 door sensors, 1 keypad.

· Maintenance – 6 wireless motion sensors, 4 door sensors, 1 keypad.

· Currently, there is no security camera system at either facility.

· Existing Fire Alarm System Equipment:

· Administration-1 keypad, no pull stations, 10 smoke/heat detectors, 1 horn/strobe currently installed.

· Maintenance – 1 keypad, 5 pull stations, 16 smoke/heat detectors, and 1 horn/strobe currently installed.

· Existing Intrusion Alarm System Equipment:

· Administration-1 keypad, 6 motion sensors, 0 door sensors currently installed.

· Maintenance - 1 keypad, 6 motion sensors and 4 door sensors currently installed.

Project Description:

· Replace existing security system (automatic intrusion detection system), and fire alarm system, in administrative and maintenance facilities with all new equipment.

· Contractor shall install new keypad and control panel in each building as required for combined intrusion alarm and fire alarm systems.

· Contractor shall install new wireless motion sensors and door sensors throughout facility to provide protection from intrusion.

· New intrusion detection systems and fire alarm systems shall be connected to existing third party monitoring center, with testing performed in presence of COR and AHJ prior to final acceptance.

· Contractor shall install new fire alarm control unit, remote annunciator, initiating and notification devices, and wiring to meet the 2019 NFPA 72 standards.

· Exact location of installation for new keypads, control panels, and intrusion detection sensors shall be proposed by contractor based upon observations from site visit and consultation with park staff.

· Intrusion Detection System Requirements:

· Replacement shall include existing motion and door sensors, and keypad.

· Alarm system shall be provided with a power conditioner to protect the system from electrical surges, spikes, sags, over-voltages, brownouts, and electrical noise. Power conditioner shall be UL listed and shall have built in overload protections.

· Sensors shall be labeled with their address (point) utilizing a label machine (handwritten labels shall not be used). Each appliance shall match the alarm display point.

· System shall be programmed to report power failure.

· Alarm system shall be audible at the building interior and exterior. Exterior alarm shall be weatherproof, and installed in the front, upper area of the facility.

· Alarm system shall have a dedicated phone line.

· Fire Alarm System Requirements (Automatic Fire Detection System):

· System shall provide total complete coverage in all areas of facility, meeting the 2019 NFPA 72, NFPA 101, NFPA 70, NEC, and ABAAS standards. System shall be delivered as complete in all respects, tested, fully operational, and ready for operation upon completion of project.

· Fire alarm system design shall be based on the Resideo (Honeywell) Addressable VISTA Light Commercial Platform supporting both the fire alarm and security systems.

· Proprietary fire protection systems are not permitted.

· Manual pull stations shall be single action.

· Smoke detectors shall be photo electric type.

· Contractor shall develop and provide drawings and calculations for new fire alarm system.

· All designs, shop drawings, and calculations for fire protection system shall be submitted to COR and AHJ for approval before any equipment or wiring is installed.

· Designs or shop drawings shall include the building’s fire alarm reporting system, fire alarm notification system, and automatic fire detection system.

· Drawings must include (at minimum):

· Floor plans at minimum 1/8” = 1’-0” scale, with assigned room names and numbers, and identification of ceiling types and heights.

· Alarm matrix

· Symbols conforming to NFPA 170

· Locations and device numbers of alarm initiation and notification devices, supervisory and trouble signaling equipment, annunciation equipment.

· Locations of power connections, conductor types and sizes.

· Drawings shall not be smaller than ISO A1 sheets.

· The drawings, must be prepared, signed and/or stamped by:

· A certified Fire Protection Engineer (FPE), or...

· An individual who has obtained National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Fire Alarm Systems, at a minimum Level III certification, in accordance with NFPA 72 and NFPA 170, (latest edition), and NPS Fire Protection Systems Policy requirements

· Commissioning of new system shall be subject to the following testing requirements:

· Preliminary functional test, performed by NICETII certified technician, witnessed by COR and coordinated with the monitoring center.

· 100% final acceptance test, performed by NICETII certified technician, coordinated with the monitoring center and witnessed by the COR and AHJ.

· Testing shall be performed in accordance with NFPA 72. A smoke detector sensitivity test report shall be provided by contractor to COR after the final acceptance test has been completed.

· Provide a fire alarm system record of completion in accordance with NFPA 72, signed by the most senior fire alarm installation supervisor.

· Fire alarm system shall be addressable with fire alarm control unit (FACU), initiating devices, notification appliances, and control functions. FACU shall be located in accessible area as approved by AHJ or designee.

· Fire alarm annunciation shall be placed at main building entrance if FACU is not provided adjacent to entrance as approved by AHJ or designee.

· Fire alarm system shall be provided with a power conditioner to protect the system from electrical surges, spikes, sags, over-voltages, brownouts, and electrical noise. Power conditioner shall be UL listed and shall have built in overload protections.

· All addressable input/output fire alarm cover plates and appliances (including speakers, strobe, smoke detectors, heat sensors, manual pull stations, and addressable modules) shall be labeled with their address utilizing a label machine (handwritten labels shall not be used). Each appliance shall match the fire alarm display address.

· The FACU shall be programmed to report transmission of primary power failure signals to 180 minutes (3 hours).

· Fire alarm device information (points list) shall be provided to COR and AHJ for review and approval before programming the fire alarm control panel.

· The fire alarm device information should include the device type, device number, point description, and location address. Example: Smoke detector, #1234, office #100.

· All new wiring and conduit is subject to COR and AHJ inspection and approval before walls are close (as applicable).

· An exterior, weatherproof, audible and visible horn and strobe alarm shall be installed in the front, upper area of the facility.

· FACU shall have one dedicated phone line. A second phone line may be used with a line capture feature. All fire alarm communication lines to FACU shall be installed in electric metallic tube (EMT) conduit.

· The fire alarm system installation supervisor shall be qualified and experienced in the deign of fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA 72. This supervisor shall be trained and certified by the manufacturer of the equipment being installed, and there shall be a minimum of one Fire Alarm NICET level II certified technician on site at all times throughout the installation.

Bid Option 1:

· Contractor shall provide a proposal without replacement of fire alarm wiring.

Bid Option 2:

· Contractor shall provide a proposal to install an IP network video recorder camera system at administration facility that covers building entrances and exterior to include parking lot and garage.

· Exact location of camera installation shall be proposed by contractor based upon observations from site visit and consultation with park staff. The park anticipates the installation of 2 hemispheric cameras, and 6 all around dual cameras at the administration facility.

Bid Option 3:

· Contractor shall provide a proposal to install an IP network video recorder camera system at maintenance facility that covers building entrances and exterior to include parking lot and equipment storage areas.

· Exact location of camera installation shall be proposed by contractor based upon observations from site visit and consultation with park staff. The park anticipates the installation of 8 all around dual cameras at the maintenance facility.

Bid Option 2 and 3 Equipment Requirements:

· Final approval of proposed equipment will be subject to review by authorized NPS IT staff, for compliance with DI-4001 Privacy Impact Assessment, and DI-4012 Privacy Threshold Analysis.

· In order to meet the network requirements of the NPS, new equipment installed by contractor shall be “brand name” of equipment specified below and in attached technical specifications for each product.

· Brand name equipment reflects the characteristics, technical specifications, and level of quality that will satisfy the needs of the NPS. The salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that products must meet are provided in the attached technical specifications for each product.

· Security Camera Equipment

· MOBOTIX M16B Allround Dual Cameras (est qty 14)

· MOBOTIX Q26A Hemispheric Cameras (est qty 2)

· Milestone XProtect Corporate Server Software

· Per-Camera Software License and Support

· Milestone XProtect Corporate device license manufacturer PN: XPCODL (1 license required per-camera)

· One year Care Plus for XProtect Corporate device license manufacturer PN: YXPCODL (1 license required per-camera, NPS is responsible for annual renewal each year thereafter)

· One year care premium for XProtect Corporate device license manufacturer PN: MCPR-YXPCODL (1 license required per-camera, NPS is responsible for annual renewal each year thereafter)

· 1 server, PowerEdge R340

· 3 drives - Dell 2.4TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps 512e 2.5in Hot-plug Drive (additional drives for the server to increase storage for retaining video footage)

· 1 network switch, C9200L-24P-4G-E (must be PoE TIAA compliant)

· 3 battery backups, APC Smart-UPS 1500VA EcoStruxure Ready Sinewave Tower LCD, 120V

· Backup storage array (configure a backup array for the security camera server TS-673 | Affordable high-end AMD RX-421ND quad-core NAS with PCIe slots for adding M.2 SSD, 10GbE connectivity or a graphics card | QNAP . Must include 6, 10TB+ backup drives.

· CAT6A ethernet cables for switches in appropriate length for conditions in equipment location.

Specifications/Requirements

1.1. The requirements set forth are intended to provide general guidelines for the services that shall be provided by the Contractor. All work performed by the contractor shall be performed in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and commercial practices.

1.2. Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, transportation, and management necessary to perform system design and installation services for the alteration, repair, replacement, upgrade, calibration, programming, inspection, testing, and other related services for the systems specified herein.

1.3. Contractor is responsible for obtaining any and all required permits, and meeting all OSHA and industry regulations that apply for scope of work. Contractor personnel shall possess and maintain all required certifications, contractor is responsible for ensuring that appropriate certifications are in place.

1.4. Contractor shall research and verify, and at all times comply with all applicable laws, life safety codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and orders of authority having jurisdiction.

1.5. Contractor shall take into consideration the utilization of existing ancillary equipment, building support systems, and operating environment, as well as the potential presence of unknown structures, utilities, and ancillary infrastructure in order to provide a proposal that meets the project objectives.

1.6. Contractor shall coordinate and dispose of all refuse materials generated with performance of work. Worksite, exterior, and interior building spaces are to be maintained in a tidy manner, with debris removed each day, and disposed of legally. A dumpster may be staged on site for the duration of work.

1.7. Only changes as approved in writing by the CO shall be deemed authorized. Any other form of changes performed under this contract that are unauthorized shall be the burden of the Contractor and shall be at no cost to the Government.

1.8. Where “hot work” (open flame, grinding, welding, brazing, smelting, etc.) is required, the contractor shall apply for and have on site at all times a valid NPS hot work permit.

1.9. Temporary staging and storage locations (if necessary) shall be coordinated with COR 14 calendar days in advance of work.

2. Hours of Work

2.1. The determination of the total daily productive man hour requirements, and total quantity of materials for the performance of all work specified herein is the sole responsibility of the bidder.

2.2. All work shall be performed between the hours of 7:30am and 5:00pm during the normal 5 day workweek, Monday through Friday; work on Federal holidays is excluded, unless specifically approved in advance.

2.3. Scheduling of all work must be approved in writing by the COR.

2.4. Required shutdown of utilities or building areas shall be scheduled with the COR at least 14 calendar days in order to minimize disruption to building operations.

2.5. The Contractor will follow the Federal Government Work Schedule policy by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for determination of closures or delays to the contract work schedule (i.e., government closed on a federal holiday, the personnel will not report).

2.6. All work outside of the designated performance hours are required to be requested seven (7) business days in advance, in written form, by the Contractor to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for approval

3. Supplies, Materials, and Equipment

3.1. The Contractor shall furnish all supplies, materials and equipment necessary for the performance of the work of this contract. Any replacement supplies or materials shall be new condition.

3.2. Contractor shall utilize to the fullest extent possible, supplies that conform with applicable Environmental Protection Agency’s designated Green Seal supplies that are not harmful to the environment. Some of the items can additionally be identified using the GSA SF Tool Green Procurement Products and Comprehensive Procurement Guideline Program (CPG).

3.3. Contractor shall include all necessary parts, materials, products, and all ancillary components required for the complete system, even though each item/device is not specifically mentioned or described herein.

3.4. Contractor shall investigate existing conditions, review any applicable specification, and make necessary calculations, recommendations, and modifications to achieve the objective of the NPS. Contractor proposal is to be “all encompassing” to return building to working condition upon contract completion.

3.5. Contractor must field verify all quantities and dimensions affecting the work of this contract, and must field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract.

3.6. Contractor shall not use any materials which the COR determines would be unsuitable for the scope of work or harmful to any part of the buildings, the contents, equipment or persons.

4. Workmanship

4.1. The total daily productive man hour requirements and quantity of personnel necessary to performance of all services specified herein is the sole responsibility of the contractor.

4.2. Contractor shall utilize skilled and productive manpower in order to satisfactorily provide the required level of service as specified in this contract.

4.3. The contractor shall provide sufficient staffing necessary to perform the work.

4.4. Quality workmanship is required at the full performance level of specified work, beginning at the contract start date.

4.5. The contractor shall be responsible for professional quality, technical accuracy, project coordination, disposal of materials, and all other items required to deliver and handover a complete building to the NPS upon completion of work.

5. Contractor Qualifications

5.1. Contractor shall possess the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities and resources to perform the work herein and within the "best industry" standards and practices.

5.2. Contractor represents familiarity with the scope and nature of the work required by the NPS, and understands the conditions under which it will be obligated to operate.

5.3. A minimum of five (5) years prior experience in the business of alarm intrusion system, fire alarm system, and security camera installation is required.

6. Submittals - Submit within timeframe identified in table below as noted under section titled “Deliverables”.

6.1. Before any work commences, the COR must approve all submittals.

6.2. COVID-19 Certification of Vaccination form for each employee that will enter NPS facilities; or negative test result for COVID-19, taken within the last 3 days; as specified at beginning of this document.

6.3. Designs and/or shop drawings.

6.4. Equipment information – manufacturer, model numbers, UL listing.

6.4.1. Specification sheet is required for all fire protection system, intrusion alarm system, and camera devices (if bid option is awarded).

6.5. Detailed explanation of the interface of fire system, alarm system and security camera (if bid option is awarded) control functions.

6.6. Detailed work plan – must include proposed timeline, methodology of work to be performed, plan documents with dimensions, and any other pertinent data necessary for complete repairs.

6.7. Site specific safety plan.

6.8. Staging plan (as applicable) – must identify proposed staging of equipment storage, material storage, refuse receptacle, etc.

6.9. All documentation, reporting, and certification of systems.

6.10. O&M manuals

6.11. As built drawings

7. Quality Assurance/Control

7.1. All work shall comply with applicable portions of the codes and standards below, and any other applicable code, standard, and building code. Unless otherwise specified by the AHJ, the latest editions shall be used. The following publications or applicable portions thereof are requirements of this Section: The specification writer shall update applicable codes and delete referenced codes as appropriate to the installation. Use latest editions

7.1.1. ANSI A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks.

7.1.2. IBC, International Building Code.

7.1.3. NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

7.1.4. NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection.

7.1.5. NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems.

7.1.6. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.

7.1.7. NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code.

7.1.8. NFPA 90A, Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems.

7.1.9. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, latest edition.

7.1.10. NFPA 170, Standard for Fire Safety Symbols.

7.1.11. UL 1971, Standard for Safety Signaling Devices for the Hearing Impaired.

7.1.12. UL 38, Standard for Safety Manually Actuated Signaling Boxes for Use with Fire Protection Signaling Systems.

7.1.13. UL 268, Standard for Safety Standard for Smoke Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems.

7.1.14. UL 268A, Standard for Safety Standard for Smoke Detectors for Duct Application.

7.1.15. UL 521, Standard for Safety Heat Detectors for Fire Protection Signaling Systems.

7.1.16. UL 864, Standard for Safety Standard for Control Units for Fire Protective Signaling.

7.1.17. National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies, Division of NSPE.

7.2. All work shall meet EPA, OSHA, IBC, NFPA, ANSI, and state or local compliance. The Contractor shall utilize the most stringent code requirement, regardless of the code source or the version adopted by a jurisdiction.

7.3. Some requirements of this specification are in excess of those stated in the applicable codes and standards. These additional requirements are intentional and shall be adhered to.

7.4. Where items from the referenced Codes and Standards are repeated, it is intended to call attention to them. It is not intended that other parts of the referenced Codes and Standards shall be assumed to be omitted if not repeated in this section.

7.5. All products shall be utilized according to manufacturer specifications.

7.6. Contractor shall provide a quality assurance and control plan that addresses, but is not limited to: implementation of supervision, systematic approach to the operations to meet NPS needs, government property management (as applicable), method(s) to address operational changes, method for improving work processes, and performance measurements to ensure quality of work.

7.7. Work performed under this contract shall be subject to inspection and approval by the COR and AHJ.

7.8. Careless, unsafe, and other performance issues that have been previous addressed within this scope will not be acceptable.

7.9. Any deficiencies shall be documented by the COR and provided to the contractor. Any corrective actions or other form of addressing the documented concern/issues shall be addressed and mitigated, or provided with a timeline for being addressed with appropriate identified method, within eight (8) hours from the time of notification with approval as such from the COR.

8. Safety and Health - The contractor shall provide all necessary supervision, safety protection devices, and personal protective equipment (PPE), required for complete and safe operations on site. Protective measures shall prevent injury to the public, Federal employees and contractors, visitors, Contractor’s employees, and damage to or contamination of surrounding property and/or the environment.

8.1. The Contractor shall conduct his/her operations so as to prevent accidents, injuries and damages; shall observe all fire, safety and traffic regulations. The Contractor shall provide all personal protective equipment including but not limited to rubber gloves, face masks, respiratory protection, safety shoes/boots, hard hats, eye protection, hearing ear protection, and fall protection as required under the documented Safety Plan and by product manufacturer's recommendations at no expense to the Contractor’s employees. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all safety communication and training requirements for the safe use of all equipment and materials. All protective equipment must meet ANSI standards and used as required by OSHA and as directed by the COR.

8.2. The contractor shall comply with all pertinent provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards, 29 CFR 1910, and 1926; the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Work shall conform to the latest edition of the International Building Code (IBC) and family of International Codes including but not limited to: International Plumbing Code, International Electrical Code and International Mechanical Code; work shall conform to the Life Safety Code.; ANSI; and any pertinent federal and local codes and requirements. All OSHA requirements may be obtained without cost to the general public at www.osha.gov . The Contracting Officer (CO) or Risk Manager may include additional measures if determined necessary or required by other Federal, State or local law, or park policy.

8.3. The Contractor shall have a Hazard Communication Program in place as required by 29 CFR 1910.1200 where Safety Data Sheets (SDS) / Technical Data Sheets shall be obtained by the contractor for all hazardous materials to be used in the performance of this contract. This plan shall be furnished to the NPS prior to the start of work. These SDS’s and an inventory of hazardous materials must be provided to the CO or COR prior to bringing the material on site. SDS shall be maintained at any jobsite where a substance requiring a SDS is being used. It shall also be available in any vehicle carrying such substance while in the Park. These SDS will be available to all employees of the Contractor, employees of the Park, concessionaires and the public when any member of these groups might come in contact with, or be exposed to, any substance requiring a SDS due to its hazardous status.

8.4. All work, including contact with and handling of hazardous materials, the disturbance or dismantling of structures containing hazardous materials, and/or the transport and disposal of hazardous materials shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1910/1926, and 40 CFR 761/260-271.

8.5. In the event of a reported physical injury, repeated service interruption, or an accident involving damage or equipment fire has occurred, the Contractor shall immediately secure the site and notify the COR.

8.6. In the event the contractor becomes involved in any incident or accident involving a Park Visitor, or Park Property, the contractor must notify both the COR and the law enforcement ranger on duty, so an investigation and record can be made. All damage to government property caused by the Contractor shall be reported to the COR.

8.7. Contractors are subject to safety inspections performed by Park personnel or others. These inspections may be routine, unannounced, or based on reports of unsafe or unhealthy working conditions. Safety violations will be reported to the CO. If a violation is deemed to be immediately dangerous to health, life, or serious in nature, the COR or any park officer at the Division Chief level or higher, has the authority to stop work until the matter may be resolved to the CO’s satisfaction.

8.8. Any welding or hotwork requires a separate NPS permit. Coordination of hotwork permit is to occur through the COR, with 72 hours advance notice. Hotwork permits are only valid for 24 hours from the date of issuance.

8.9. National Park Service personnel do not issue confined space entry permits to contractors or provide equipment to evaluate confined spaces. Contractors working in confined spaces must comply with appropriate OSHA Standards with emphasis on 29 CFR 1910.146. Copies of all permits issued by the contractor to their personnel shall be forwarded to the COR within 24 hours of permit expiration.

9. Environmental Requirements

9.1. The Contractor shall comply with all Federal and South Carolina government regulations pertaining to hazardous material use, storage and disposal. Materials and chemicals shall be stored, used and disposed of in such a manner as to not endanger or threaten the environment and the health and safety of the state of South Carolina as well as Park employees and visitors. All generated waste shall be disposed of legally at the completion of each day's work. All requirements associated with disposal, including but not limited to hazardous materials reporting, hazardous waste removal, tare reporting, fees, rental of dumpsters, and tipping fees, shall be the responsibility of the contractor. Dumpsters and other waste disposal arrangements will be made separately from those used by the NPS for daily operations.

9.2. The Contractor shall comply with Executive Order 13693, pertaining to Sustainability, work shall incorporate the following: Construct or renovate buildings in accordance with sustainability strategies, including resource conservation, reduction, and use; siting; and indoor environmental quality. Reduce water consumption intensity. Purchase (specify) environmentally-sound goods. Reduce waste and implement recycling programs.

9.3. Materials and chemicals shall be stored, used and disposed of in such a manner as to not endanger or threaten the environmental, animal, or human health and safety.

9.4. The Contractor shall provide the safety data sheets (SDS), with any hazardous materials listed on the attached Hazardous Material List, to the COR for approval to be utilized in performing work of this contract. No supply, material, or equipment shall be used prior to approval by the COR. Upon approval of supplies, materials, and equipment by the COR, the COR and Contractor will formulize and concur on an operating procedure, that shall be adhered to, for the Contractor’s personnel performing work of the contract that requires use of the products or residue that is considered hazardous.

9.5. No asbestos or lead based paints are known to be present in the project work area. Any area found to be containing these materials shall be brought to the immediate attention of COR. Activities shall cease and appropriate testing shall be conducted.

10. Contractor/Contractor Personnel Responsibilities

10.1. Contractor shall provide a contact list of Contractor personnel assigned to the contract within 10 days of award for communication purposes to the COR. This list should at the minimum provide the names of key personnel, titles, email address(s), office number, and cellular number.

10.2. Contractor shall provide cellular phones to their supervisor or foreman for contact and information associated shall be provide to the CO/COR.

10.3. Contractor shall provide labor records for all personnel assigned to perform work of this contact to the CO/COR within three (3) business days when requested.

10.4. Contractor vehicles, if company owned shall have the contractor’s name and logo on each side of the vehicle and shall display a park provided vehicle pass within the vehicle where it shall be clearly visible.

10.5. Contractor/ Contractor Personnel shall park in legal parking spaces identified by the park/or within the park.

10.6. Contractor personnel shall wear either the standard company issued uniform or approved attire by company’s standards (shirt, smock, coveralls) of a distinctive color clearly bearing the Contractor’s company name and an approved method of identification as issued by the Contractor.

10.6.1. Contractor shall provide a uniform (smock or t-shirt) that has the contractor’s logo clearly displayed. The logo can be embroidered on the uniform, a name tag, or other acceptable form as appropriate to the Contractor’s guidelines. Uniform must be worn at all times by personnel when performing work of this contract.

10.7. Contractor shall require its employees to comply with the instructions pertaining to conduct and building regulations.

10.7.1. Contractor personnel shall not exhibit inappropriate personal appearance or hygiene while performing work of this contract. Such shall be brought to the attention of the Contractor by the COR and requested the personnel be removed from the place of performance at that time, not returning until appropriately and reasonably presentable.

10.7.2. Contractor personnel shall perform work in a safe manner. Unsafe work habits shall be addressed by the COR to the Contractor to have corrective measures implemented. Should the unsafe work habits persist, the Contractor will be notified by the COR and required to remove the Contractor personnel.

10.7.3. Contractor personnel shall have a form of Government issued identification in their possession at all times while performing work of this contract.

10.7.4. Contractor personnel shall be respectful, courteous and mindful of the office environment and personnel. Contractor personnel are subject to the rules and regulations of the NPS and the Park at all times while performing work of this contract.

10.7.5. Contractor shall be requested by the CO to remove personnel in its employment on this contract for the following reasons:

10.7.5.1. Exhibiting inappropriate or offensive behavior while performing work of this contract or while on federal property.

10.7.5.2. Disrespect to NPS employees, or park visitors during performance of the contract.

10.7.5.3. Using illegal drugs, drinking alcoholic beverages, intoxicated behavior or unsafe work habits.

10.7.5.4. Any other misconduct or inappropriate behavior.

10.7.6. Contractor shall be responsible for immediate removal of contractor personnel that do not follow conditions set forth within section 4 of this contract. When it is necessary to remove a personnel(s), the contractor shall immediately provide a replacement(s) to carry out the services to be performed under this contract. Contractor is responsible for obtaining all Government issued property from the removed personnel; providing to the COR within three (3) business days.

11. Government Responsibilities

11.1. NPS shall provide site access as approved and appropriate for performance of this contract.

11.2. Electrical power will be furnished at existing power outlets for the Contractor to utilize for the operation of equipment as it is necessary to perform/conduct work.

11.3. Non-potable water is available via spigots on the exterior of the building. No special heating or cooling of water will be provided. Potable water will not be made available by the government.

11.4. Staging areas made available to the contractor will only be used in the performance of work under this contract. The Contractor shall maintain such space in a neat, orderly condition, and shall at the expiration of the contract, return it to the Government in reasonably the same condition as at the time of entering into the contract. The Government does not assure security or safekeeping of items stored on the worksite, and will not be responsible for any damage or loss to the Contractor’s stored supplies, materials, equipment, or replacement parts.

12. Pre-Work Conference

12.1. A pre-work conference will be conducted between the National Park Service Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contractor prior to the beginning of the work.

12.2. The Contractor shall designate in writing at this meeting the names, telephone numbers, and work addresses of all supervisors. The Contractor or his/her supervisor shall be available at all times when the contract work is in progress to receive notices, reports or requests from the CO or the COR.

12.3. It is advised by NPS CO that the Contractor Supervisor and other key personnel attend the pre-work conference as key members of the Contractor’s personnel team for this contract.

13. Reports

13.1. The contractor shall maintain a daily work log recording the quantities of work performed and the locations. A copy shall be filled with the COR on a daily or weekly basis.

13.2. The contractor shall note and report to the COR in writing the presence of any conditions that need to be addressed and cannot be corrected within the scope of work described herein. If so directed by the COR the contractor shall provide a proposal for performing the prescribed work that includes a breakdown with unit prices for labor, materials, and equipment required to perform the task(s). The COR will evaluate the proposal and if valid will seek approval from the Contracting Officer. Failure of the contractor to obtain the approval of the Contracting Officer for work beyond the scope of the contract will release the government from any obligation to pay for services claimed.

14. Deliverables - Contractor provide all the required deliverable for the performance of this contract, as identified below, to the CO/COR within the timeline listed below:

Meeting Minutes

Shall taken during performance meeting and shall be provided to the COR within 3 days business days after meeting

Payroll Report

Shall be submitted with each invoice.

15. Government Points of Contact - NPS, IR2 shall designate a Contract Officer and an individual to serve as the CO Representative who shall be the primary point of contact for day to day operations of the program.

Contracting Officer:

CO

ADDRESS

EMAIL

PHONE

Contracting Officer Representative:

James Mullins 338 New Pleasant Road Gaffney, SC 29341 James_r_mullins@nps.gov 864-923-1807

16. Procedures for Measurement and Payment

16.1. Any inquiry regarding payment shall be directed to the COR.

16.2. Invoice for payments will need to be submitted to the NPS COR by email at james_r_mullins@nps.gov for approval of payments before being entered into Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Once approval is received by the COR, the Contractor may submit payments in IPP for processing.

16.3. Invoices must provide the following information:

· Date of Invoice

· Contractor Address

· Billing POC (Contractor)

· Billing - Contact email (Contractor)

· Billing Period (must fall within period of performance)

· Location(s) Service(s)/Delivery performed

· Rate of Service(s)/Items

· Invoice Number

· Contractor Phone Number

· Billing - Contact Phone Number (Contractor)

· Contract/Task Order Number

· Date of Service(s)/Delivery

· Acceptance performed

· Description of Service(s)/Item(s) delivered/performed

16.4. Hard copies of an invoice may be mailed to the following if preferred. Please note if mailed, it may take longer for response from COR for payment approval to be processed in IPP:

National Park Service

16.5. All payment requests, once approved by the COR, must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's (https://www.ipp.gov) Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

16.6. Invoices must clearly state where work was performed and what work consisted of.

16.7. The Contractor shall upload a copy of the invoice as an attachment(s) through IPP.gov. The invoice will be rejected if a copy is not attached through IPP.gov.

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