Statement_of_Work_-_Seney_NWR_Fiber_Optic_Installation_1.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

Type of Service or Construction (NAICS)

Fiber Optic Cable Installation

PR Number:

Instructions: Complete all Bold Elements below and mark N/A for elements that are not applicable and delete sub elements. This will ensure that each element is considered.

1. General:

1.1 Describes the project in general terms:

The Contractor shall provide and install underground fiber optic cabling to supply high-speed internet connectivity to the Seney NWR new Headquarters and Visitor Center and existing Maintenance Shop.

1.2 Purpose/End Application:

Highline Internet has agreed to provide monthly service to Seney NWR. To enable this service, the Refuge requires new direct-burial fiber optic cable connecting the Highline-owned distribution line at highway M-77 to the new Headquarters and Visitor Center, and an additional run from the Headquarters building to the existing Maintenance Shop.

1.3 Product reviewed and selected:

The Contractor shall provide all parts and pieces necessary for a fully functioning fiber optic line including but not limited to:

• Armored, direct-burial rated, singlemode custom fiber optic cable (Corning glass).

• LC UPC connectors on both lead and termination ends.

• Any protective conduit required to meet safety and regional construction standards.

1.4 Contractor Qualifications:

Highline is the preferred contractor due to unique service capability. Alternative contractors must be state-licensed general contractors with demonstrated experience installing underground fiber optic cable and industry-standard termination practices.

1.5 Other:

No additional items noted.

2. Place of Performance and Period of Performance (Where and When)

2.1 Location:

Seney National Wildlife Refuge 1674 Refuge Entrance Road Seney, MI 49883

2.2 Performance start and end date:

Work may begin when ground conditions allow trenching (estimated May 1, 2026).

All work must be completed by June 12, 2026.

2.3 Normal duty hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Contractor must provide emergency contact information.

2.4 Non-duty hours:

Evenings, weekends, and all Federal holidays.

3. Scope

3.1 The Contractor shall:

• Coordinate all work with the FWS Infrastructure Management Division (IMD) and Refuge.

• Install fiber optic cable capable of supporting 2 GB service.

• Avoid disturbance of existing utilities; perform utility locates before excavation.

• Obtain FWS approval for the proposed fiber route (expected along refuge entrance road or service road). See attachment.

• Use the existing empty conduit beneath the new Headquarters and Visitor Center parking lot to avoid trenching through paved areas.

• Install fiber from the Highline-owned highway M-77 line to the new Headquarters and Visitor Center Technology/Security Room.

• Install secondary fiber from HQ to the Maintenance Shop Office.

• Ensure all connections meet Highline service requirements and are compatible with Seney NWR owned equipment.

• Submit all materials for FWS approval prior to installation.

• Provide a final as-built map showing exact fiber routing and burial depth.

4. Deliverables and/or Delivery Schedule: (for extended list a bid schedule and/or use of line item detail on the PR is recommended)

4.1 Clearly state the deliverables required, the schedule for delivery, the quantities, schedule (for multiple items):

Fully installed fiber optic system:

– Highway M-77 to New Headquarters and Visitor Center

– New Headquarters and Visitor Center to Maintenance Shop

• All connectors properly terminated and tested.

• Restoration of disturbed grounds.

• Delivery schedule consistent with Section 2.

4.2 Identify the type of documentation (printed and electronic-such as manuals) to be provided , as well as those quality indicators desired by the Government:

• As-built fiber route map in digital .pdf format.

• Material submittals for Government review and approval.

• Fiber testing results demonstrating signal performance and continuity

5. Data Management Plan (DMP) for Science Data Agency Reference:

Not applicable. No new scientific data is being created.

6. Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) / Government-Furnished Information

(GFI):

None.

7. Evaluation and Acceptance

7.1 The contractor will be evaluated as detailed herein. Government acceptance is contingent upon: [Either state generally or reference the table in 8.2 if used:

Preferred vendor is Highline. See sole source justification. If this isn’t approved the Government will evaluate the Contractor’s proposal based on:

• Technical capability and experience,

• Qualification of personnel,

• Cost reasonableness and justification,

• Compliance with SOW requirements.

8. Quality Control/Quality Assurance:

8.1 For commercial supplies reference clauses for inspection and acceptance:

Contractor shall implement QC procedures according to industry standards for fiber optic installation.

8.2 Identify and detail measures for assessing quality control and acceptance; each requirement is unique and a table format is visually friendly and may be desirable:

Proper installation depth and routing,

• Clean terminations with verified optical performance,

• Accurate final documentation and mapping,

• Compliance with conduit-use requirements at the new Headquarters and Visitor Center.

9. Technical Coordinator:

9.1 Identify the primary individual responsible for the final product or service:

Sara Siekierski Refuge Manager 1674 Refuge Entrance Road Seney, MI 49883 Email: sara_siekierski@fws.gov Phone: (906) 630-2015

9.2 Identify the secondary or co-individual responsible with same pertinent information:

Timothy Fuller Architect 5600 American Boulevard West Suite 990 Bloomington, MN 55437 Email: timothy_fuller@fws.gov Phone: (612) 713-5186

Existing Maintenance Shop, terminate fiber optic in IT room (maintenance office).

New Headquarters and Visitor Center, install fiber optic to IT room.

Proposed Fiber Route #1:

Refuge Entrance Road

Proposed Fiber Route #2:

Service Road

Approximate beginning of empty buried conduit to New Headquarters and Visitor Center. Proposed fiber route between New

Headquarters and Visitor Center and Maintenance Shop

Highway M-77

Attachment #1