SOW - Fountain Restoration.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

Flag Pole-Amphitrite Fountain Restoration

U.S. MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY

KINGS POINT, NEW YORK

Prepared by

Kim Hathaway

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

MARITIME ADMINISTRATION

BACKGROUND

The United States Merchant Martine Academy (USMMA) is an agency of the Maritime

Administration (MARAD) managed by the United States Department of Transportation.

The USMMA is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Therefore, all work shall be consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic

Properties (36 CFR part 68) http://www.nps.gov/tps/standards/four-treatments/treatment-guidelines.pdf.

All work shall meet or exceed the standards provided in the Secretary of the Interior’s

Standards for Rehabilitation and guidelines for applying the standards published by the

National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior 36 CFR 67.7 - Standards for rehabilitation.

OBJECTIVE

The USMMA seeks the repair and restoration of the flagpole water fountain. The current condition of the cracks and leakage through the base lighting is causing the fountain to be in-operable.

The USMMA is looking for a qualified, licensed and insured contractor to provide labor, material, transportation, tools, equipment and supervision to repair the Amphitrite water fountain at the flagpole. Approximate size of the water fountain is 15’ x 15’ with painted sculpted features.

Repair shall include repair of all cracks in cast concrete base, basin and all pedestals and platforms, including sculptures. Stain and seal entire exterior of structure with finish matching to original as close as possible. Provide new pump and lights, resurface and seal interior of structure.

1. STRUCTURE REPAIR:

1.1 Drain fountain basin of all water

1.2 Sand Blast interior of fountain in preparation for resurfacing

1.3 Repair statue, frogs, sculpted waves and cracks inside fountain

1.3.1 Repair shall be in kind to existing material and finish to maintain the historical look of existing features

1.3.2 Repointing of coping

1.3.3 Paint statue, columns and architectural elements with matching blue and white colors

1.4 Secure all columns, sculptures and statue to basin

1.5 Resurface interior of basin using a thermo-polymer finish (Color TBD)

1.6 Repair (1) crack on exterior side, located at bottom of basin

1.7 Clean and seal top surface of fountain

1.7.1 Apply semi-transparent, acid-free pigment or concrete stain to match existing color on top surface of fountain

1.7.2 Seal concrete after stain

2. LIGHTING REPAIR/REPLACEMENT:

2.1 Furnish and install all required electrical work, to include

2.1.1 (4) new submersible, LED lights- approximately 6-8” in diameter with similar aesthetics to existing lights

2.1.1.1 Lights to have proper rubber gaskets for leak prevention

2.1.1.2 Lights to be sealed at basin level

2.1.2 Timer for lights and water pump

2.1.3 Exterior rated boxes with GFCI outlets

3. WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT:

3.1 Provide new, water jets with ¾” inlet for water movement

3.1.1 There are (5) features that water flows through- (4) frogs and (1) center statue

3.1.1.1 (4) frog features to have 4’ water throw

3.1.1.2 (1) center figure to have aerator type water jet

3.2 Furnish and install new 350 GPH (approximately 5 gallons per minute) water pump and piping with a maximum pumping height/lift of 10’

3.2.1 Pump must include a pre-filtering system to prevent dirt and debris from entering pump

3.2.2 Pump must have grounded, power cord

3.2.3 Vinyl tubing to ¾” inlet

PHOTO REFERENCE:

Crack Repair

DELIVERY

1. The contractor shall furnish all labor and material, transportation and supervision in the performance of all tasks detailed in this statement of work.

2. The Contractor will ensure all parts and materials are suitable for the specified statement of work.

3. Contractor shall ensure that all systems will be checked, tested and started.

4. All work is to conform to federal, state and local building regulations and codes.

5. Maintain a work area compliant with safety standards.

6. Area worked on shall be cleaned and secured on a daily basis.

7. Any damage to existing facilities or appurtenances shall be repaired or replaced in kind, by the contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

8. Examine existing conditions prior to any repair activities, a site visit will be scheduled to inspect the site where services are to be performed.

9. Excess material and debris shall be disposed of in accordance with local and state ordinances.

10. No vehicles shall be driven on the sidewalks or grass. Unless granted specific exception due to site access limitations. Repair of landscape, if any, will be the sole responsibility of the contractor.

11. Make every effort to minimize the impact to the daily routine of the Academy.

12. Contractors shall be licensed, bonded and insured as mandated by federal, state and local municipal regulations.

SUBMITTALS:

Color selection for thermo-polymer finish

MSDS for resurfacing product (thermo-polymer finish)

Lighting fixtures specifications

Water pump specifications

CLOSE OUT:

The contractor shall provide a signed warranty covering defective materials and improper workmanship on any materials provided in this contract.

Materials and labor to be warranted for a minimum of one year after completion of installation, and equipment to be warranted per manufacturer.

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT OR

INFORMATION.

N/A

CONSIDERATIONS

Submit schedule seven days in advance of work to be accomplished for approval

Submit schedule showing area to be worked on, dates of work, and estimated timeline for completion of tasks.

Maintain communication with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and immediately inform them of any unforeseen issues or problems that arise.

Inform COR of any anticipated disruption of services for construction at least three days in advance.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Contractor will perform the task at USMMA, 300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, N.Y. 11024

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

Work is to be completed within 30 calendar days after NTP is approved. Work is to be performed during normal business hours 0700 to 1630, Monday through Friday unless approval is granted by the Contracting Officer.

ACCRONYMS

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

COR Contract Officer Representative

EPA The United States Environmental Protection Agency

MARAD United States Maritime Administration

NEC National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

NFPA National Fire Protection Association

NTP Notice to Proceed

TBD To Be Determined

USMMA Unites States Merchant Marine Academy