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Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial

93 Delaware Ave. Put in Bay OH 43456

Refurbish Bronze Elements in the Memorial to Enhance and Improve the Visitor Experience

PMIS 224368

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

2025-04-15

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

SITE PLAN – APPENDIX A

PHOTOGRAPHS – APPENDIX B

SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: The memorial column was constructed between 1912 and 1915 and is primarily composed pink granite and concrete, with decorative stone and metal elements throughout. The column serves three distinct purposes: First, as a monument to Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry's victory over the British at the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812; Second, as the final resting place of six American and British officers killed in the battle; Third, as an observation platform from which visitors can take in scenic views of the surrounding area. The goal of this project is to refurbish several bronze elements including 5 large doors, two historic elevator enclosures and 12 plaques Clean all bronze surfaces and restore in-kind brown/black patina. Repair the door mechanisms.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: The location of the park is on Put in Bay Island. It is accessible by ferry boat during the warmer months of the year that the water is not frozen. Typically, the ferry boat operates between the months of March into the month of December. The address of the Monument is 1 Bayview Ave. Ottawa County, Put in Bay OH, 43456. This address is the location of the project. See www.millerferry.com for pricing and schedules to accommodate work hours.

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B. Work consists of:

Ten Bronze plaques

Identifying the particular type of metal from the restoration period prior to any cleaning procedure and then testing to ensure that the gentlest cleaning method possible is selected; or alternatively-, determining that cleaning is inappropriate for the particular metal. The type of metal should be identified prior to work because each metal has its own properties and may require a different treatment.

Remove dirt

Protecting adjacent restoration-period materials when working on metal features from the restoration period.

Clean bronze features using non-corrosive chemical methods to clean soft metals from the restoration period whose finishes can be easily damaged by abrasive methods

Restore the protective coating with lacquer, applying an appropriate protective coating, such as lacquer to an architectural metal feature that was historically unpainted, such as a bronze door, that is subject to heavy use

Restore patina finish in kind to original brown/black color

Evaluating the overall condition of metals from the restoration period to determine whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs to metal features, will be necessary.

The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

Five Bronze doors

Identifying the particular type of metal from the restoration period prior to any cleaning procedure and then testing to ensure that the gentlest cleaning method possible is selected; or alternatively-, determining that cleaning is inappropriate for the particular metal. The type of metal should be identified prior to work because each metal has its own properties and may require a different treatment.

Remove dirt Protecting adjacent restoration-period materials when working on metal features from the restoration period.

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Clean bronze features using non-corrosive chemical methods to clean soft metals from the restoration period whose finishes can be easily damaged by abrasive methods

Restore the protective coating with lacquer, applying an appropriate protective coating, such as lacquer to an architectural metal feature that was historically unpainted, such as a bronze door, that is subject to heavy use

Restore patina finish in kind to original brown/black color Evaluating the overall condition of metals from the restoration period to determine whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs to metal features, will be necessary.

The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

Two doors routine maintenance on locks

Perform routine maintenance on rotunda and observation door locks to ensure historical doors remain operational and that the doors will not deteriorate further

Repairing, stabilizing, and reinforcing metal by using recognized preservation methods

The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

Three pocket door lock mechanisms

Diagnosing the internal cause for the lock and latch mechanisms

Fixing the internal cause to ensure locks and latches secure properly

Repairing, stabilizing, and reinforcing metal by using recognized preservation methods

The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

Observation right door crack

Restore the crack to ensure no further deuteriation

Repairing, stabilizing, and reinforcing metal by using recognized preservation methods

The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

All Bronze railings

Identifying the particular type of metal from the restoration period prior to any cleaning procedure and then testing to ensure that the gentlest cleaning method possible is selected; or alternatively-, determining that cleaning is inappropriate for the particular metal. The type of metal should be identified prior to work because each metal has its own properties and may require a different treatment.

Remove dirt Protecting adjacent restoration-period materials when working on metal features from the restoration period.

Clean bronze features using non-corrosive chemical methods to clean soft metals from the restoration period whose finishes can be easily damaged by abrasive methods

Restore the protective coating with lacquer, applying an appropriate protective coating, such as lacquer to an architectural metal feature that was historically unpainted, such as a bronze door, that is subject to heavy use

Restore patina finish in kind to original brown/black color Evaluating the overall condition of metals from the restoration period to determine whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs to metal features, will be necessary.

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The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

Two elevator stations

Identifying the particular type of metal from the restoration period prior to any cleaning procedure and then testing to ensure that the gentlest cleaning method possible is selected; or alternatively-, determining that cleaning is inappropriate for the particular metal. The type of metal should be identified prior to work because each metal has its own properties and may require a different treatment.

Remove dirt Protecting adjacent restoration-period materials when working on metal features from the restoration period.

Clean bronze features using non-corrosive chemical methods to clean soft metals from the restoration period whose finishes can be easily damaged by abrasive methods

Restore the protective coating with lacquer, applying an appropriate protective coating, such as lacquer to an architectural metal feature that was historically unpainted, such as a bronze door, that is subject to heavy use

Restore patina finish in kind to original brown/black color Evaluating the overall condition of metals from the restoration period to determine whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs to metal features, will be necessary.

The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

Two Aluminum plaques

Identifying the particular type of metal from the restoration period prior to any cleaning procedure and then testing to ensure that the gentlest cleaning method possible is selected; or alternatively-, determining that cleaning is inappropriate for the particular metal. The type of metal should be identified prior to work because each metal has its own properties and may require a different treatment.

Remove dirt Protecting adjacent restoration-period materials when working on metal features from the restoration period.

Clean aluminum anodized plaques features using non-corrosive chemical methods to clean soft metals from the restoration period whose finishes can be easily damaged by abrasive methods

Evaluating the overall condition of metals from the restoration period to determine whether more than protection and maintenance, such as repairs to metal features, will be necessary.

The new work should match the old in material, design, scale, color, and finish.

C. All work will be performed under a single contract.

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 120 days calendar days.

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1.3 Existing Condition Protections:

A. Preservation of Historical and Archeological Fabric:

i. The Historic and Archeological Data Preservation Act of 1974 provides for the preservation of historical and archeological data that might otherwise be lost as the result of alterations to the terrain caused by a federal or federally licensed activity or program.

ii. IF, in connection with operations under this contract, the Contractor, subcontractors, or employees of any of them, discovers, encounters or becomes aware of any possible historical or archeological remains or data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts not specifically noted within the contract. The Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity and continue work in other areas outside a 50 foot radius of discovery and notify the Contracting Officer immediately. When safe to do so, follow up in writing with photographs within 2 days, giving the location and nature of the findings. No objects of cultural resource value may be removed. Contracting Officer will contact other entities as required.

iii. Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the Contracting Officer 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 Changes clause.

iv. The Contractor will be responsible for protecting the cultural resources within and adjacent to the project area from damage. In addition, the Contractor will be liable for all damage to the cultural resources caused by their actions or the actions of their agents or representatives. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer or their representative if any damage occurs to any cultural resource and immediately suspend work in the area in which damage has occurred until authorized to proceed.

v. The Contractor agrees to include this language within all subcontracts.

B. The structure involved in the work of this Contract is a designated historic structure listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Every precaution shall be taken by the Contractor to prevent damage to existing historical materials, structural components of the building and to the surrounding area. Should any damage be incurred as a result of the Contractor’s operations at the site, it shall be repaired, or the damaged materials replaced in kind by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

C. There is no excavation required for this project.

ITEM 2 – PROTECTING EXISTING UTILITIES

2.1 Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities on site or indoors. If contractor damage occurs, alert CO and COR as soon as safely possible, and repair utility at no additional expense to the Government. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, contact CO and COR as soon as safely possible.

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2.2 Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated below:

A. Notify CO and COR not less than two business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 to 3 hours. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor for periods longer than stated allowance or if required for critical systems as determined by COR.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

https://www.nps.gov/pevi/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm

A. Communications: Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer and COR with methods of communications including land and/or cell phone numbers (note some areas of work have limited service coverage), email and in case of emergency 24-hour contact options for duration of time operations.

B. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein and as required for safety) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. Smoking is not permitted within any Federal building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

D. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. Contractor cannot work onsite July 4th weekend and September 5-7th weekend. This the anniversary of the battle of Lake Erie weekend a we hold a celebration.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of

7 am to 4 pm Monday thru Friday., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, early morning, or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the CO and COR. Submit requests for work outside of the stated normal business hours to the CO and COR for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

The following Federal holidays are observed by the National Park Service:

New Year’s Day Inauguration Day Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday Washington’s Birthday Memorial Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Independence Day

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Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day

Note: Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday; holidays falling on Sunday will be observed on the following Monday. The specific day that each holiday is recognized for each year can be found at the following site: Federal Holidays (opm.gov).

3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to construction area as shown on site plan. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, access roads, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

C. Utilities

1. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract

Sum as required.

2. Water Service: Water from existing water system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Use resources wisely and minimize waste of water.

3. Electric Power Service: Electric power from existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Power may or may not meet your construction power tool requirements, provide generators if questionable. Use power in a resourceful manner and avoid excess power waste.

D. Security and Protection facilities:

1. Pest Control: Follow best practices to minimize attraction and harboring of rodents, roaches, and other pests and to perform extermination and control procedures at regular intervals so Project will be free of pests and their residues at project completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

2. Hot Work Permit: Submit HW-1 Hot work permit form and receive approval from COR prior to Hot work activities commencing on site. https://www.nfpa.org/downloadable-resources/forms/hot-work-permit

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3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project staging area noted on the plans/aerial. Specific storage units shall be provided by the contractor and exact location within staging area shown in appendix A below may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing. All storage units provided by the contractor shall be in a clean and acceptable condition to the COR. Security of the materials and equipment on site is the Contractor’s responsibility.

3.5 Waste Removal, Recycling, and General Housekeeping:

A. Keep project site in a neat, orderly, and safe condition at all times.

1. Dispose of waste materials and recycling legally outside the park. The contractor shall not use park dumpsters.

3.6 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

A. Existing Buildings:

1. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy the building the entire contract period. Cooperate with Government during operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits, unless otherwise indicated. Contractor will maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from the CO or COR. Contractor will maintain existing building in a weather tight condition throughout the project period. Repair damage caused by operations. Protect building and its occupants during project period.

B. New /Existing Buildings Unoccupied:

1. N/A

3.6 Photo Documentation:

A. Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed. Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted preferably electronically by email or optional via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 mega pixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

B. Existing Condition Images:

1. Before starting, take color, dated, digital images of project site and adjacent locations.

that may be impacted by project activity/traffic. Include existing items to remain from different vantage points and with context for location identification.

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C. Project Progress Images:

1. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc.

2. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

D. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc..

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

3.7 Noise and Acoustics Management

A. Contractor shall not have personal radios or other media sources and they shall not be broadcast within NPS property.

B. Noise Control: Perform operations to minimize noise. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR.

C. Repetitive and/or intermittent, high-level noise: Permitted only during Daytime.

a) Coordinate with COR prior to execution

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

4.1 The Contractor shall commence work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Contractor shall coordinate and incorporate long lead and delivery time items within the schedule.

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids.

Contractors will be accountable for understanding existing conditions. No cost changes for items visible during site visit will be allowed.

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, standards and organizations which may be used in/referred within the

Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, may be found linked from the listed page below. On the home page, follow the link under “Contracting and Procurement” labeled “NPS Reference Standards.” https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

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ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

7.1 Qualification of Employees:

A. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner to include operators of vehicles and equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

B. Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

C. Shall have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in historical locks, bronze and other metal cleaning, restoration of bronze cracks and historical buildings and shall have successfully completed at least three (3) projects of similar scope within the previous five (5) years.

D. Maintain a steady work crew consisting of skilled craftsperson's who are experienced with the materials and methods specified and are familiar with the design requirements. They shall maintain a full-time Foreman and confirm that all workers understand the job requirements.

Crafts persons shall be fully supervised to ensure that the work is accomplished to meet or exceed the highest standards of the trade.

E. Shall demonstrate a working knowledge of and comply with The Secretary of the Interior's

Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring & Reconstructing Historic Buildings and American Architectural Cleaning and Maintenance Guide for Architecturally Finished Aluminum. In addition, follow guidelines and procedures aligning with U.S. General Services Administration general project guidelines, cleaning and protection of bronze elements, cleaning ornamental bronze light fixtures, aluminum: characteristics, uses and problems, and cleaning aluminum.

7.2 Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the CO and COR as soon as safely possible and assist the CO and COR and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

7.3 First Aid Facilities: Provide access to facilities for the number of employees and appropriate to the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

7.4 Emergency Instructions: Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

7.5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment when applicable.

A. PPE must meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards. Selection shall conform to OSHA 29CFR 1926 Subpart E.

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7.6 Hazardous Materials: It shall be the responsibility of all operators and contractors, functioning within the park to properly cleanup, mitigate and remediate if necessary, all unauthorized discharges of hazardous materials or non-hazardous chemical and biological products released from fleet and/or other support vehicles or stationary sources. Response shall be consistent with guidelines established by federal, state, and local regulations.

A. If a spill, leak, or other release occurs, the operator shall as soon as possible, without impeding cleanup, notify the local 911 Emergency Response, COR and or the National Park Service Emergency Dispatch.

ITEM 8 - SUBMITTALS

8.1

1. Project Schedule. (Procurement time including long lead time items, mobilization, trade work progression and completion at minimum.

2. Historic Preservation Treatment PlanClick or tap here to enter text.

3. List of all products and supplies used to clean and restore metal Submitted to Contact

Officer Representative

4. Proof of required experience and previous 3 jobs with similar scope of work Submitted to

Contact Officer Representative

ITEM 9 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

9.1 It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide temporary services, equipment, tools, and skilled labor as required for the chosen means and methods to perform the work in accomplishing this Contract.

ITEM 10 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

10.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures working toward Final Acceptance.

10.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. Move attic stock to location coordinated with COR. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for intended use. Inspector holds the right to reschedule if project is not ready for inspection.

10.3 Completion and Final Inspection: Contractor shall submit written certification of project completion and request a final inspection to the Contracting Officer and COR. The Contracting Officer or designee will make an inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

A. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting

Officer will notify Contractor in writing, stating reasons. Contractor, after completing the work according to the Contract Documents, shall resubmit completion and request a new final inspection.

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Appendix A Site Plan

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Appendix B Project Photos

Photo 1 and 2 above: Aluminum Anodized to look like bronze elements at rotunda (2)

Photo 3,4,5,6,7, and 8 above: Bronze plaques at rotunda (6) and elevator landing (4)

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Photo 9,10,11,12,13 and 14 above: Elevator Station at first landing

Photo 15 and 16 above: Elevator Station at observation deck

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Photo 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28: Railing through monument

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Photo 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, and 34 above: Bronze doors at rotunda (photos 29, 30, 31, and 32) and observation deck (photos 33 and 34)

Photo 35 and 36 above: Bronze right door crack at observation deck

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Photo 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, and 45 above: Locks of all five doors, two needing routine maintenance (photos 37, 38, 39, 40, and 41) and three pocket doors need locks diagnosed and fixed to be operational (photos 42, 43, 44 and 45)