X_Lower_Lot_Revised_SOW.docx

Valley Forge National Historical Park

STATEMENT OF WORK

PMIS:

237472

DATED

3/18/2024

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

I. SCOPE OF WORK

Valley Forge National Historical Park is visited by 2+ million visitors annually and the current lighting at the Visitor Center Lower Lot is not sufficient and partially inoperable. This project will replace all the existing parking lot lighting (heads only), the poles, pole bases, and wiring will be reused. The existing lighting is HPS (High Pressure Sodium) and will be replaced with LED lighting that will not add any light pollution to the surrounding area and will be dark sky compliant. The current poles have only one fixture on the top and we will be adding an additional head on all 12 poles for a total of 24 heads.

II. TASKS

This section includes all labor, materials, tools and other equipment, services and supervision required to complete all the work outlined in this Scope. The Contractor’s work sequence shall include, but is not limited to:

A. General:

1. Install barriers delineating work area/secure area from visitors as prescribed by OSHA.

2. Where needed erect temporary construction barriers to protect visitors and employees. The contractor shall work with the CO/COR to avoid or minimize interruptions to general visitor access. Minimum is OSHA standards.

3. Protect all surfaces of the walks, drives, signage, and facility/Government equipment from damage by project operations.

B. Remove and dispose of old heads and bulbs per EPA standards.

C. Supply and install two new fixture heads on the existing poles.

a. Fixtures will be mounted to the pole on opposite sides over traffic/foot patterns.

b. Fixtures must be LED and dark sky compliant.

c. Fixtures must be 4kv surge protected.

d. Fixtures must be 5000 kelvin rated and 62,000 lumen output.

D. Remove and replace #8THHN from the panel to the lighting controller with #10 THHN.

a. Change (2) 50amp two pole breakers to (2) 30 amp two pole breakers.

E. Provide a sealed cap for the top of the pole.

F. Install a new digital two pole single throw time clock in the maintenance closet for lighting control.

G. Paint existing poles to match the color of the new LED lights.

H. If a bucket truck or manlift is used there must be proper traffic control devices in place.

III. PROJECT LOCATION

VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

1400 N Outer Line Dr, King of Prussia, PA 19406 Map attached

IV. GENERAL GUIDANCE:

All measurements are approximations and shall field verified by contractors.

No additional work outside the scope of this Statement of Work will be started without approval by the CO. If additional work is needed the CO will request a cost estimate from the contractor. Pictures will be taken before work begins, V. QUALITY ASSURANCE

1. Contractor shall assure quality of project work.

a) The quality of the work shall be the responsibility of the awarded contractor.

b) Inspect and test all work often enough, including all subcontractors work (if one is used) to ensure that the quality of materials, workmanship, construction, finish and functional performance is in compliance with applicable specifications and drawings.

2. Contractor shall provide 72 hours notice when scheduling inspections

3. Contractor shall provide before, during, and after pictures of all work

4. Installer Qualifications

a) Minimum of 5 years as a journeyman electrician

b) Certified operator of any lift equipment

5. The services to be performed by the contractor shall be inspected by the Contracting Officer or his/her authorized representative, the COR. Inspection by COR will be made daily or more frequently

6. Other Applicable Standards shall comply with the policies and standards of the governing bodies and applicable regulations which include but are not limited to:

a) State and local codes [latest editions]

b) National Electrical Code [NEC]

c) Uniform Building Code [ICBO, latest edition]

d) Occupational Safety and Health Act [OSHA, latest edition]

VI. PROJECT MEETINGS

Before the start of this project, the Contracting Officer (CO) will arrange a pre-construction meeting with the contractor and the park COR. Items to be covered may include park rules and regulations, authorized representatives, correspondence, procedures, labor standards provisions, payroll reports, modifications, payments to contractor, acceptance/rejection of product, subcontractors, documents required under the contract, submittals, allowable work times/days, (generally week days 7:00am – 3:30pm), noninterference with public visitation, OSHA compliance, reference materials, contractor quality control, liquidated damages, notice to proceed, tentative construction schedule, etc.

VII. SUBMITTALS

The following submittals are required to be submitted using the CM_16 transmittal form to and approved by the CO/COR prior to Notice to Proceed.

A. Prior to NTP

a. Submit a work schedule delineating the various stages of work by phase (milestones) for review and approval by Contracting Officer and COR two weeks ahead of work starting.

b. Submit two sets of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must come through the CO or Contract administrator on the NPS transmittal form prior to commencement of work for review and for posting at job site as required. Deliver all materials to this job site in sealed, original labeled containers bearing manufacturers name, brand name, standard compliance, materials content as well as mixing and/or reducing and application requirements.

c. Health and safety plan

d. Schedule of values

e. Project site plan

f. Accident prevention plan

g. Traffic control plan

The following submittals are required to be submitted at project close out:

a. Contractor is required to provide at the end of the project a series of pictures with an explanation of what the picture is, direction of the object in the picture and what work was completed. This document will be reviewed weekly to ensure compliance to the contract.

b. All Work Warranties and Product Guarantees.

c. Receipts from recycling companies showing quantity of material being recycled.

Other submittals may be required by the contracting office.

VIII. PROJECT DURATION

Project work will be completed in 60 days after “Notice to Proceed” is issued.

IX. BARRIERS & RESOURCE PROTECTION MEASURES

Furnish, install, and maintain barriers to protect existing facilities and to protect public visitors and staff from painting operations. Erect barriers, lights, danger signals, and warning signs and OSHA regulations. Completely remove barriers no longer needed when approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

X. TEMPORARY CONTROLS

Maintain the following temporary controls to protect visitors, staff, and the environment:

a. Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times. See section IX-Barriers.

b. Dispose of contractor-generated waste materials and other excess material outside the site in accordance with national, state, and local regulations.

c. Do not interfere with public visitation.

d. Meet all OSHA standards.

The job will be shut down immediately if any unsafe practices are observed and work may not be resumed until conditions are corrected to satisfaction of CO.

XI. MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

a. No storage facility is available on site. The contractor may bring a storage container on site if space is determined to be available, with the location to be determined by the CO and COR. Space for this container and parking for the contractor’s employees may be minimal during periods of high visitation.

b. Where toxic and/or volatile / explosive / flammable materials are being used, provide adequate fireproof storage lockers and take all necessary precautions and post adequate warnings (e.g. no smoking) as required by OSHA.

c. Dispose of contaminants in an approved legal manner in accordance with hazardous waste regulations

d. The contractor shall maintain all equipment in safe condition.

XII. PROJECT CLOSEOUT

When project is complete, contractor shall request in writing a final inspection. Upon receipt of this written request, the Contracting officer will proceed with inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or will advise the contractor of items that prevent the project from being designated as complete.

a. Any work rejected by the Contracting Officer Representative shall be made good at the expense of the contractor

b. If following final inspection, the work is determined to be not complete; the Contracting Officer will notify contractor in writing. The Contracting Officer will prepare a list of deficiencies to be corrected. The Contractor shall complete the work described on the list of deficiencies within 10 calendar days. After completing work, the contractor shall request a new final inspection.

c. After all deficiencies have been corrected; a Letter of Final Acceptance will be issued.

XIII. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS / CONDITIONS

The subject building is part of a National Park with public visitation seven days a week. Contractor’s business should be conducted to respect the public nature of this property and, to the extent possible, not interfere with the visitor’s enjoyment and use of property.

a. No work shall take place on holidays or weekends without prior approval of the Contracting Officer. The hours for contractor access are 7:00am to 3:30pm.

b. Equipment will not be permitted on surfaces where weight/pressure may damage the surface.

c. Contractor will keep all entrances, vehicular circulation lanes, and pedestrian circulation walks clear during normal operating hours. Visitor and worker safety is the highest priority.

d. The contractor is responsible to repair all damage caused by their personnel or equipment. Property and grounds must be brought back to original or better condition.

e. Contractor will work with COR to ensure that work does not interfere with special events. Known dates with scheduled special events will be provided at the time of award. These dates are subject to change and additional dates may be added.

Appendix A. Photos

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