STATEMENT_OF_WORK_(SOW)_STRI_281131A_HEADSTONE_REALIGNMENT_R1_01JUL2025.pdf

B.3 DESCRIPTION/STATEMENT OF WORK

The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, materials and supplies to remove, clean, raise, realign 2749 upright headstones at the Stones River National Cemetery, Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

1.0 Purpose:

1.1 The Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration honors veterans with a final resting place and lasting memorials that commemorate their service to our Nation. National cemeteries are national shrines. The standards of maintenance, appearance and operational procedures performed by the contractor at this cemetery shall reflect this nation’s concern for those interred there. For this reason, the contractor’s strict adherence to the specifications shall be required and shall be essential. Previous experience with head stone alignment shall be demonstrated as performed in a historical setting with historic monument style headstones.

1.2 The Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Stones River National Battlefield, intends to award a fixed price contract to remove, clean, raise, realign and reset designated upright headstones.

1.3 The work consists of removing, cleaning the markers, raising, realigning and resetting designated headstones that are already in place in a safe maner as to not break any of the headstone.

1.4 The contractor shall provide all supervision, professional advice/guidance, labor, parts, materials, equipment, and personnel, to provide these services.

2.0 Cemetery Location:

2.1 These services shall be performed at:

Stones River National Battlefield and Cemetery 3501 Old Nashville Highway Murfreesboro, TN 37129

SEE ATTACHED NATIONAL CEMETEY BURIAL SECTIONS.

2.2 Mailing Address:

Stones River National Battlefield and Cemetery 3501 Old Nashville Highway Murfreesboro, TN 37129

3.0 General Requirements:

3.1 Site Manager: A “Site Manager” provided by the Contractor shall be at the work site whenever work is being performed. The “Site Manager” shall have a minimum of five (5) years experience as a direct supervisor of a commercial landscaping operation that included working with historic headstones, surveying, soil excavation, site construction in industrial, commercial or public sites. The “Site Manager” shall ensure all specifications are being met, ensure contract work does not conflict with ceremonies and funerals, and ensure employees are adequately supervised and proper conduct is maintained. At all times when any performance of the work at the site is being conducted by any employee of the Contractor or his subcontractors, the Contractor shall have a representative (this person may or may not be the “Site Manager”) present who has the capability of receiving instructions in the English language, fluently speaking the English language and explaining the work operations to persons performing the work in the language that those performing the work are capable of understanding. The Contracting Officer (CO) will have the right to determine whether the proposed representative has sufficient technical and bilingual capabilities, and the Contractor shall immediately replace any individual not acceptable to the CO.

3.2 Work Hours: Normal working hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. All work shall be scheduled within normal work hours. Additional work hours may be authorized for the convenience of the Contractor upon approval of the COTR(s). However, the Government will not pay for for any increases in the Contractor’s costs due to overtime, shift differential, or holiday pay.

3.3 Contractor On-call Availability after Normal Work Hours: The Contractor shall establish and maintain a point-of-contact to receive calls from the COTR(s) after normal working hours. The point-of-contact shall be available on a 24-hour basis during weekends, Federal Holidays and after normal hours of operation. The Contractor shall provide phone, pager and/or cell phone numbers for after hour's situations.

3.4 Contractor Response Times:

3.4.1 During Normal Working Hours: The Contractor shall be prepared to shift workers and work areas as necessary to safeguard the cemetery and its visitors and restore the work area(s) to a safe condition. The Contractor shall respond to all normal working hours requests made by the COTR(s) within 30 minutes of the initial notification.

3.4.2 After Normal Hours: After Hours requests warrant rapid response in order to safeguard the cemetery and its visitors and restore the work area(s) to a safe condition. The Contractor shall respond to all after normal hours requests made by the COTR(s) within one (1) hour of the initial call.

3.4.3 Calls by other Government employees other than the COTR(s) shall not be acted upon, but shall be referred to the COTR(s) for review. Repairs shall begin as expeditiously as circumstances allow and shall normally be completed within (24) hours of the initial emergency call. The Contractor shall keep the COTR(s) fully informed of the situation and the type of action that will be taken to secure and correct the situation.

3.5 Scheduled Ceremonies and events: A list of scheduled ceremonies will be provided the week prior to the event, and a list of scheduled funerals and other events will be provided the day prior to the service. The Contractor shall stay abreast of all such upcoming events and when in doubt, shall contact the COTR(s) for clarification.

3.6 Disruption of ceremonies, funerals and other special events: The Contractor shall ensure that no contract work causes any funeral, ceremony, procession or visitation be delayed, altered, or otherwise impacted in such a way that the dignity or security of the event is compromised.

3.7 Meetings: The Contractor shall coordinate with the COTR(s) on a regular basis to ensure that work is proceeding satisfactorily and that the work shall not interfere with any scheduled ceremonies, funerals, or processions. Meetings will be scheduled at least as frequently as shown below and may be requested by either party at any time. Participants in these meetings are not limited to the Site Manager and COTR(s), but may include additional Contractor or Government Personnel as required.

Daily: To report on work completed, establish a work schedule and to ensure that no work is being performed at the immediate site of a scheduled interment or ceremony. These daily meetings are also an opportunity for the Contractor to ask questions and ensure he/she understands the off-limit areas, which may vary, depending on the event. The daily meeting shall be at the start of each work day at 7:00am between the Site Manager and the COTR.

Weekly: To propose work to be done during the coming week, receive the schedule of upcoming ceremonies, discuss work progress and other items as appropriate. The weekly meeting will be held on Friday at 3:00pm at the end of each work week. In the case of a Federal Holiday that falls on a Friday, the weekly meeting will be held the last business day of that work week at 3:00pm.

3.8 Record Keeping And Reporting: The Site Manager or his designee shall provide the COTR(s) with weekly written accurate reports identifying work completed, quality checks in accordance with the technical requirements in the scope of work, and if applicable, any unforeseen circumstances that may have caused a work stoppage during the past seven days that is signed by the Site Manager.

3.9 Licenses: Permits; Vehicle, Liability and Workman’s Compensation Insurance: The Contractor shall obtain all necessary and current licenses, permits, vehicular insurance and registration, Workers’ Compensatory Liability Insurance, and property liability insurance prior to the start date of this service. The Contractor shall provide the CO copies of these policies before commencing work.

3.10 Installed Irrigation System: Cemetery personnel will test and demonstrate to the Contractor the irrigation system prior to the start of work in any area. This inspection shall be documented in the weekly work report.

3.11 Contractor Equipment: The Contractor shall not operate trucks, tractors, and other heavy equipment used in direct work in excess of five tons on any turf area except when authorized in writing by the COTR(s).

Employee/individual vehicles must be parked in the parking lot as designated by the COTR(s).

3.12 The Contractor shall provide adequate warning devices, signage, barricades, guards, flagmen or other necessary precautions, as determined by the COTR(s) for the protection, safety, and warning to all pedestrians and vehicular traffic within the area. At least two signs shall be provided and erected by the Contractor on the perimeter of the burial section being worked on to indicate to the public of work in progress.

3.13 The Contractor shall ensure that all work is performed in a manner that safeguards all cemetery visitors, employees, and public. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for any and all actions initiated and/or completed by his/her employees. Furthermore, the Contractor and his/her employees shall have a clear understanding of, and be sensitive to, such environmental issues as but not limited to ground water contamination, and wetlands and be consistent and fully compliant with all applicable Federal, State laws, ordinances, Right-to-Know laws, EPA guidelines, and regulations.

3.14 The Cemetery Director/Representative will have the right to stop work pending weather conditions at any time. This is required to maintain the dignity of the cemetery and the appearance of the grounds. In the event there are several days of rain causing the ground to be saturated and soft, the contractor shall use durable ground protection mats to cover the turf where equipment will navigate through to reduce vehicle-caused ground depressions.

3.15 The Contractor shall schedule an on-site session(s) with the COTR(s) to review site conditions;;

handling, numbering, placement and alignment of grave markers/headstones, and any other Contractual requirements as determined by either the Contractor or COTR(s) prior to beginning work.

4.0 Work Scheduling:

4.1 Upon receiving a Notice To Proceed (NTP) under this contract, the Contractor and Site Manager shall contact the COTR(s) to visit the site, plan the work and determine a completion date. The Contractor shall have 180 calendar days to complete.

4.2 In planning the work and establishing a completion date, the following standards shall apply:

4.2.2 All contract work shall be completed as required under this contract in the Burial Section (designated on the contract drawings and provided to the Contractor by the CO and/or COTR.

4.3 Due to the national significance of the Cemetery, the Contractor shall, upon coordination with the COTR(s), be prepared for work stoppages around National Holidays or other ceremonies.

5.0 UPRIGHT HEADSTONE/MARKER REALIGNMENT, RESETTING, BACKFILL

5.1 Overview: This section outlines Upright Headstone/Marker realignment requirements. Raise, lower, realignment, reset, clean and backfill services consist of extracting, resetting, aligning, backfilling and tamping/compacting upright headstones that are already in place, which have shifted out of vertical and/or horizontal alignment and plumb, as well as inventorying and assuring accurate placement of gravesites at the National Cemetery. The Contractor shall provide all supervision, professional advice/guidance labor, parts, materials, equipment, and personnel necessary to provide the services defined herein. At minimum a five person team to include the site manager.

5.2 Headstone/Marker Locations: Headstone/marker locations requiring adjustment, realignment, resetting and backfill are indicated on the attached cemetery map. The COTR shall determine the beginning point and ending point in each cemetery. The order of work for the sections will be sections M, C, B, D, A, and E. The map attached to this statement of work will provide a graphical representation of that order.

5.3 Phasing and Work Sequencing: All work shall be accomplished in a sequential manner, with work limited to no more than six (6) burial sections at any given time in order to minimize overall disruption to the cemetery. Work cannot begin in subsequent burial section areas until such time that work has been completed in prior burial section areas. The Contractor shall submit a proposed project work schedule sequence for COTR review and approval prior to start of project.

5.4 Record Keeping and Reporting: The Contractor's Project Manager designee shall provide the COTR(s) with weekly written accurate reports detailing the section and range of graves in that specific week.

These lists shall be provided on not less than a weekly basis, and shall identify all of the above work that took place within the previous seven calendar days. Additionally, the weekly reports shall include quality checks in accordance with the technical requirements in the scope of work and signed by the Site Manager.

Upon request, the Project Manager shall also provide a plan of action for the upcoming week, regarding headstone/marker locations and specific areas where work is being scheduled to occur.

5.5 Upright Headstone Specifications: Raise, lower, realign, reset, and backfill of upright of 2,749 headstones shall be accomplished by the Contractor as follows:

(a) All temporary markers, floral, commemorative, buried permanent floral vases, or other types of decorations and arrangements shall be removed by park staff prior to the start of each section. If there are any type of arrangements on any of the headstones, the Site Manager shall notify the COTR so staff can be dispatched to clear the area as to not disrupt the contractors progression.

(b) Headstones shall be removed from their sockets by using wooden, and or metal clamps. If metal clamps are used, then the area that contacts the headstone shall be protected with a rigid fabric that shall prevent damage to, and marking of, the headstone. Clamps may be attached to a skid steer or similar Machine to extract headstone from socket. Extreme care shall be used not to scratch or damage headstones in any manner. The Contractor shall restore all damages caused to turf and headstones during the performance of this work. Headstones shall be raised, realigned, and lowered in the following manner:

(1) All headstones shall be extracted from the socket. ALL sockets shall be re-dug by hand or mechanical means to allow for a 3” perimeter around all sides of the headstone and to a sufficient depth so that a 3" compacted base can be established, allowing the stone to extend out of the ground at a height of 18" for stones with names in the old section, 25” for stones with names in the new sections, and 8” for square unknown, to the top of the arch on the headstone (Note: Any unique headstones present in the sections are to be left as is without adjustment. Unique headstones are stones with unique designs, shapes, or dimensions. Contractor shall speak to the COTR for any clarifications beforehand.)

(2) Moistened Crushed Limestone Base Material (graded aggregate sizes ranging from crushed fines up to

¼" maximum) shall be placed around all sides of the headstones and in the bottom of the socket before being thoroughly tamped to full compaction at each three (3) inch vertical interval, leaving the last 3 inches at the top to have tamped topsoil. The Government will not provide any base material. The Contractor shall be required to provide these materials. (Note: Moist Class II Road Base may be considered as an alternate. The Contractor shall obtain approval from the COTR for any substitute base material).

(3) Straight Rows: Headstones shall be set vertically plumb in all directions, in all cases in a line vertically and laterally, and where possible transversely (coordinate with the COTR), with headstones of other graves using a top string for height and alignment on center, a front string for total row alignment. Maximum vertical, lateral, and transverse tolerance of any headstone off the alignment string lines and/or marks shall be 1/8" or less. All measurements and string line set ups shall be taken from established section layout control points, not from previously set headstones, unless otherwise directed by the COTR. In situations whereas there is no monumentation, a top string shall be centered over the arc of the headstone for vertical alignment. The consistency of the row shall be used as the medium. At no time shall any headstone be reset in a totally new socket unless otherwise directed by the COTR. Raised and realigned headstones in all soil and terrain shall be firmly in place so that headstones are rigid with no give or play.

(4) Irregular Terrain: When sloping and uneven ground conditions exist in burial sections, all headstones and markers shall be set at field approved heights and levels through the use of multiple keystones, back strings, top strings, and side strings to provide a flowing transition through uneven terrain. Field guidance will be provided by the COTR upon the written request from the Contractor. The established field guidance will overrule the height requirements that will be found in other parts of this specification.

(5) In cases where headstone sockets need to be realigned/shifted, and/or re-dug, the headstone sockets

(holes) to receive headstones shall be dug by hand and/or mechanical devices to a sufficient depth so that 18 inches of the headstone with name and 8 inch square headstones without name is extending from the soil level to the top of the arc on the headstone. The Contractor shall not dig a headstone socket wider than twelve (12) inches, twenty (20) inches in length, or exceed a depth of 20 inches that may cause the headstone to settle below height requirement.

The measurements between rows of headstones and headstones within each row may differ from one section to the next. The Contractor shall discuss this with the COTR where this is found to occur. These measurements shall be adhered to as closely as possible. Some variances may be allowed in order to keep a uniform appearance of the headstones being aligned. Headstones shall be accurately and precisely reinstalled on the correct gravesites with the utilization of temporary grave plotting maps, existing permanent control markers where available, and temporary Contractor installed control markers accurately and precisely installed at the ends of each gravesite row.

(6) The realign crew shall start on a row of headstones close to the center of the section to be realigned.

Headstones are chosen to be "key" stones. These “key” stones are ones that are visibly in line with the majority of the rest of the headstones in the row, and are as close as possible to the proper measurements for that section of headstones. "Key" stones shall be chosen and utilized at a maximum of every 10th headstone (or more frequently in areas of rolling terrain). These “key” stones shall then aligned by leveling front and back and side-to-side, and raised or lowered to a height in accordance with stone type specified..

(7) At the start of work in each burial section, the first row of reset/realigned headstones in each burial section is to be inspected by COTR for appearance, spacing, depth, alignment, plumbness, height, accuracy, and smoothness in grade transition. No further setting of headstones shall be done until this first row has been inspected and accepted by the COTR. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to notify the COTR 24 hours in advance of when each of these inspections will be needed.

(8) Tape measures and heavy strings or lines shall run along the backs, sides, and tops of these keystones.

The Contractor shall mark the lines with the proper measurements for the section being aligned. All remaining headstones in the row shall then be aligned along the strings front to back and side-to-side even with the measured marks on the line. Each headstone shall be leveled and plumbed front to back and side-to-side, keeping the back of the headstone along the string and the side of the headstone along the measured mark. Maximum vertical, lateral, and transverse tolerance of any headstone off the alignment string lines and/or marks shall be 1/8", or less. Each headstone shall also be raised or lowered as necessary to ensure a uniform measurement above topsoil level in accordance with stone type. The headstone shall then be aligned along the string front to back and side-to-side even with the measured mark on the line. The headstone shall be leveled and plumbed front to back and side-to-side keeping the back of headstone along the string and the side of the headstone along the measured mark.

(9) The alignment of the headstones shall be checked frequently during this process because the tamping may move the headstone out of level or off the mark on the line. This process of raising and realigning shall be repeated for each row of headstones. Upright headstones in all completed work areas shall be firmly set and anchored in place with no movement from forces subjected by the COTR.

(10) Any upright headstones broken or damaged by the Contractor shall be reported to the Cemetery

Administrator or COTR by the close of business each working day in order that the grave can be properly marked. The Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of the headstone replacement. All headstone replacements shall be coordinated with the COTR. Any grid or sectional monuments disturbed, displaced or broken shall be replaced by the Contractor at his cost. All grid or sectional monuments disturbed, shall be properly reset by a licensed land surveyor at the Contractor's expense. Curbs, roads, walks, turf, trees, and utilities existing above and below the ground that are damaged or disturbed by the Contractor during performance of contract work shall be repaired at the expense of the Contractor. Repairs to the above shall be corrected by the Contractor within fourteen (14) workdays, unless otherwise agreed to with the COTR.

Note: The headstones within these sections are original civil war markers which are irreplaceable.

Contractor shall take extra care to use safe handling when lifting with clamps either by hand or mechanically assisted lifting.

5.6 Guaranty: The Contractor shall guaranty all work for a period of one year (365 calendar days) after final inspection and acceptance of the entire project by the Government. Any headstone adjust, realign, reset and/or backfill workmanship that does not meet the specified requirements (including specified tolerance requirements) at the end of this guaranty period shall be reworked, adjusted, and corrected by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government. The remainder of all other work related to this project shall be warranted for a period of one (1) year after final acceptance by the Government. Work performed under the Guaranty shall be corrected within ten (10) workdays from receipt of notification or as directed by the

COTR.

6.0 Headstone/Marker Cleaning:

The cleaning shall consist of the removal of stains, dirt, grass, or fungi leaving the marker undamaged and in a clean, acceptable condition with the use of one application of D-2 Biological solution.

Contractor shall allow the solution to remain on the stone for 30 minutes and rinse using a hose with normal flowing water. Contractor shall not use a pressure washer to clean the headstones. Cleaning may be completed either before or after re-installation.

7.0 Clean Up and Repair Of Damaged Areas:

7.1 Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall remove all debris, rubbish, and excess material from Cemetery property.

7.2 A temporary storage site may be provided by the COTR(s) located within the maintenance shop yard’s gated area.

7.3 At the end of each day the Contractor shall remove all debris from the work site and the cemetery.

The Contractor shall ensure at all times that rubbish and trash generated by the Contractor is kept clear of vehicular and pedestrian traffic throughout the site. The Government will not provide receptacle(s) for disposal of debris related to this contract. All unsuitable/unusable materials shall be disposed of off station.

7.4 The Contractor shall clean any Cemetery structures that are soiled or stained as a result of the Contractor’s performance. The Contractor shall wash-down with water all soiled or stained structures and grounds at the end of each workday. No chemicals shall be used during the washdown. The Contractor shall bear all costs associated with washing and cleaning. Any such soiled or stained areas shall be brought to the immediate attention of the COTR(s) prior to washing/cleaning.

7.5 In areas where planting and turf work have been completed, the Contractor shall clear the area of all debris, spoil piles, and containers. The Contractor shall clear all other paved areas when work in adjacent areas is completed. The Contractor shall remove all debris, rubbish and excess material from the Cemetery.

7.6 The Contractor shall replace any cemetery structure, to include but not limited to: turf, curb, road pavement, headstone or marker, valve boxes, control markers, and sprinkler heads, which is chipped, marred, damaged and/or ruined at the fault of the Contractor and shall bear all costs associated with replacement and reinstallation. Any such damage shall be brought to the immediate attention of the appointed COTR(s) prior to repair/replacement/installation.

7.7 At the Government's discretion, the Contractor shall either repair or replace the property, or reimburse the Government the full amount for all property damage(s). The Contractor shall be aware that Government property - beyond standard structures and equipment - also includes markers, monuments, trees, beds, and turf, i.e. - wounded trees or scalped turf, roads, curbs, potable water system as well as flat markers shall be repaired or replaced.

7.8 The Contractor and COTR(s) shall inspect the trees and shrubbery of a scheduled renovation area prior to the start of the renovation and note all abnormalities or existing conditions. Another inspection shall be conducted after the completion of the renovation and the Contractor shall make all corrective actions to any noted damage. A licensed arborist shall complete all corrective actions to damaged trees.

7.9 Where existing or new turf areas have been damaged or scarred during planting and construction operations, the Contractor shall restore disturbed area to their original condition.

8.0 WORK ENVIRONMENT:

8.1 All work under this contract shall be performed primarily out-of-doors and personnel performing these services shall be exposed to wind, sun, cold, dampness, fog, rain, snow and ice. These conditions, may, at times, be extreme. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to protect his/her employees from the elements to the maximum practicable extent. No work shall be done when the ground is too wet or in an otherwise unsuitable condition for planting. The Contractor shall submit a written request to the COTR(s) stating the special conditions and proposal variance.

8.2 Due to the sensitive mission of the Cemetery, the work often requires contact with, and exposure to, grieving individuals. The Contractor’s personnel shall exercise and exhibit absolute decorum, courtesy, and respect while within the cemetery or at its perimeter or entrances. Inquiries from cemetery visitors shall be politely referred to Government cemetery staff. Gratuities of any kind shall be strictly prohibited.

9.0 CEMETERY RESPONSIBILITIES:

9.1 The Cemetery will provide accurate gravesite plot maps showing temporary gravesite monumentation control markers if applicable.

9.2 The Cemetery will locate the temporary gravesite control monumentation markers if applicable, which are to be replaced by permanent gravesite control monumentation by the contractor under the above scope of work.

9.3 The Cemetery will verify the location of all gravesites within the scope of work.

9.4 The Cemetery will provide temporary unimproved storage area for but not limited to topsoil storage and headstone.

10.0 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITES:

10.1 The Contractor shall supply all equipment, personnel, tools, supplies and materials necessary to perform the services required by this contract.

10.2 The Contractor-furnished items necessary to perform work as required under this contract shall be furnished, maintained and operated by the Contractor and shall be consistent and fully compliant with all applicable OSHA, Federal, State, County, City laws, ordinances and regulations.

10.3 Materials and supplies procured for the performance of the contract by the Contractor shall be consistent and fully compliant with all applicable Federal, State, County, and City laws, ordinances and regulations.

10.4 The Contractor’s staging area shall be located and approved by the COTR. The Contractor shall base operations out of this staging area, using it for materials and equipment storage, administration, employee toilets, trash dumpster area, employee parking, and employee lunch/break area.

10.5 The Contractor shall supply, maintain and repair all Contractor-owned equipment. This includes, but is not limited to minor maintenance/repair and minor operating parts for equipment such as lubrication, oil changes, spark plugs, gaskets, cotter pins/keys, and electric extension cords to keep all equipment in good operational condition throughout the period of performance of this contract.

10.6 The Contractor shall ensure that all of its motor vehicles and equipment meet State inspection, safety, licensing, registration, and insurance requirements.

10.7 Electricity: In case the Contractor requires electricity while in performance of this contract, the Contractor shall provide and utilize portable generators as necessary to complete the work. If the Contractor’s hookup to the Cemetery's electrical distribution system is approved by the COTR, then the Contractor shall provide all necessary connections and complete connection work in accordance with NEC requirements, and at no cost to the Government.

10.8 Refuse Facilities: The Contractor shall provide his/her own refuse facilities of which shall be located only in the COTR’s approved "Staging Area" located in back of cemetery. The Contractor shall not place dumpsters or refuse facilities in any other location at the Cemetery other than the approved staging area.

The Contractor shall be required to dispose of all debris and other waste materials generated by his/her work at a licensed off-site landfill unless otherwise directed by the COTR. The Government shall not provide receptacles for disposal of debris as a result of the services provided under this contract. In case of hazardous materials, the Contractor shall be required to obtain required disposal permits from the State regulatory agency.

10.9 Portable Chemical Toilets: The Contractor shall provide portable chemical toilets for use by workmen as necessary to comply with applicable OSHA requirements. These portable toilet facilities shall be kept clean and free of but not limited to excessive odors and insects. Portable toilet facilities shall be located in the COTR’s approved Contractor Staging Area only which will be located in back of cemetery – and shall not be permissible to locate portable toilet facilities in any other locations throughout the cemetery.

Use of the permanent cemetery toilet facilities by workmen shall be strictly prohibited throughout the duration of this contract.

10.10 Only the Contractor’s equipment and supplies (property) required to perform work under this contract shall be stored at the Contractor's designated storage area at the end of each workday. No Contractor’s equipment maintenance repairs of any kind shall be performed on Cemetery property without the prior approval of the COTR.

12.0 CONTRACTOR CONDUCT:

11.1 The Contractor’s personnel shall:

11.1.1 Adhere to the following standards of dress, conduct, supervision and training while performing work on Government property:

11.1.2 Be fully clothed at all times, to include upper garment to cover body from the waist to the neck and long pants. Garments that have a message, slogan or printing of any kind other than the Contractor’s business attire shall be prohibited. Uniforms are acceptable.

11.1.3 Maintain a neat and professional appearance throughout its workforce, vehicles, equipment, and maintenance areas. If uniforms are used, they shall be in unison among all employees.

11.1.4 The Contractor’s personnel shall not engage in loud or boisterous behavior, angry outbursts or use profane or abusive language at anytime on Government premises. Playing radios and/or electronic games/devices, smoking or chewing tobacco products, shall only be done at lunchtime and in a designated rest area established by the COTR(s).

11.1.5 Consume food and beverage only within areas designated by the COTR(s). Intoxication, and violence or criminal acts of any kind shall not be tolerated - and is cause for immediate removal from Government property. Use or sale of intoxicating beverages and/or drugs shall be strictly prohibited.

11.1.6 The Contractor’s employees shall only take breaks/rest periods and lunch breaks at areas designated by the COTR(s), not in the field. Misconduct shall form the basis for immediate contract enforcement action, to include immediate removal from the Cemetery. The COTR(s) may direct the Site Manager to remove from the site, any Contractor’s employees not adhering to these standards.

11.2 The Contractor shall ensure that his/her employees are aware of all the terms and conditions set forth above in this solicitation package regarding their performance and conduct during the performance period of this contract.

11.3 The Site Manager shall re-direct employees away from an event in a timely fashion. If either the Site Manager does not do so or is not available, the COTR(s) may do so. If the COTR(s) are not available, then the Cemetery Director or his/her authorized representative may then do so.

11.4 The Contractor shall train and use safety precautions prescribed by OSHA regarding safety equipment and devices.

12.0 SAFETY: Any actions of the Contractor, shall meet all safety requirements of Stones River National Battlefield and Cemetery, National Park Service, Department of the Interior, OSHA, and the State of Tennessee. It is incumbent upon the Contractor to be familiar with these requirements. "Safety" shall also include the Contractor having a safety representative, who maintains regular and routine contact with the Safety Officer of Stones River National Battlefield and Cemetery.

13.0 NOTE: ANY VIOLATION OF ANY OF THE ABOVE LISTED, MAY RESULT IN THE

TERMINATION OF THIS CONTRACT WITH POSSIBLE REPERCUSSIONS COSTS

INCURRED, DEBARMENT, OR FINE.