Attachment 1: Statement of Work BSC

center307975US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Statement of Work

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1.0 Scope of Work PAGEREF _Toc57551238 \h 3

2.0 Background PAGEREF _Toc57551239 \h 3

Contractor Requirements PAGEREF _Toc57551240 \h 3
3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks PAGEREF _Toc57551241 \h 3 4.0 Government Furnished PAGEREF _Toc57551242 \h 3
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6.0 Travel PAGEREF _Toc57551244 \h 4

7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel PAGEREF _Toc57551245 \h 4 8.0 Security Requirements PAGEREF _Toc57551246 \h 4
9.0 Data Rights PAGEREF _Toc57551247 \h 4
10.0 Section 508 – Electronic and Information Technology Standards PAGEREF _Toc57551248 \h 4 Attachment PAGEREF _Toc57551249 \h 4

PROJECT

BLANCHARD SPRINGS CAVERNS TUNNEL REHABILITATION AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.0 Scope of Work

This project includes all labor, equipment, supplies, testing & inspections, and incidentals necessary for the Blanchard Springs Caverns (BSC) Dripstone and Discovery Trail Infrastructure repairs and safety upgrades. All work shall conform to the attached Drawings and Specifications. All work shall be performed by qualified and licensed contractors for all trades applicable. Work includes but is not limited to structural stabilization of tunnel entrance and exits, disposal and removal of existing supports, masonry repairs, Installation of Instrumentation & monitoring equipment, replacement of existing air lock doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing security doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing suspended ceiling system, components, and associated ductwork, replacement of existing bypass tunnel door, replacement of existing lighting and distribution system components, replacement of existing safety handrails, and replacement of the existing mine phone system and components. Cavern Access & Monitoring Requirements
Forest personnel must always be present on site with non-Forest personnel and contractors while they are working within the underground portions of the Caverns. Entry and exit into the cavern shall be controlled by US Forest Service personnel. For all non-Forest Service individuals, each entry into and exit from the cavern must be documented. All contractor personnel, team members, and monitors will be required to complete a training module prior to first entry into the cavern environment and construction zone (approximately 4 hours). The training will be focused on the Caverns environment, species, and significance and sacred nature of the space in which this construction project will take place.