99--ADMIN XERI INTERPRETIVE, FAB, & INSTALL

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for the "Hope on the Hill - Interpretive Signage" project located in Boulder City, NV. The goal is to fabricate and install complete and functioning interpretive signage and footings.

• Fabrication, shipping, and installation of interpretive signage and footings.

• Includes administrative and procedural requirements, project information, work covered, government-furnished items (none specified), site access, work restrictions, and miscellaneous provisions.

• Specific sections detail requirements for:

  • Summary of Work (Section 01 11 00)
  • Contractor's Request for Information (Section 01 26 13)
  • Request for Information - Form (Section 01 26 14)
  • Project Management and Coordination (Section 01 31 00)
  • Fabrication Progress Documentation (Section 01 32 26)
  • Submittal Procedures (Section 01 33 00)
  • Safety and Data Sheets (Section 01 35 10)
  • Safety and Health (Section 01 35 20)
  • Quality Requirements (Section 01 40 00)
  • Mockups Requirements (Section 01 43 39)
  • Installation Facilities and Temporary Controls (Section 01 50 00)
  • Protection of Existing Installations (Section 01 56 10)
  • Product and Material Requirements (Section 01 60 00)
  • Execution Requirements (Section 01 73 00)
  • Coring, Cutting and Patching (Section 01 73 29)
  • Installation Waste Management (Section 01 74 19)
  • Closeout Procedures (Section 01 77 00)
  • Operation and Maintenance Manuals (Section 01 78 23)
  • Project Record Documents (Section 01 78 39)

• Specific fabrication details are provided for Graphics (Division 02), Sculptures (Division 06), Metalwork (Division 07), and Exterior Improvements (Division 32), including precast concrete unit pavers and cast-in-place concrete.

• The Exhibit Production Specification is a performance specification.

• Specifications will override design drawings in case of conflict.

• Quality requirements include museum quality for sculptures and durability for exterior graphics (10-year warranty).

• Project Location: Boulder City, NV.

• Contract period: Scheduled for no more than 180 calendar days from contract award.

• Compliance with Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Accessibility Standards.

• Adherence to Bureau of Reclamation's Sustainability/Environmental Management System (SEMS).

• Strict adherence to safety regulations (RSHS, OSHA).

• Detailed submittal procedures for schedules, safety plans, product data, shop drawings, samples, and progress reports.

• Work restrictions include non-smoking policies and limitations on site access during specific local events.

• Contractor must manage waste according to a Waste Management Plan and submit monthly reports.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains design drawings and contract documents for the "Hope on the Hill" project, specifically related to exterior interpretive signs. It provides detailed specifications and layouts for various types of signage, materials, and their installation.

• List of Drawings (X0.01): An index of all included drawings, categorized by type (Schedule, Plan, Details).
• Materials and Finishes (X0.05): Details on materials such as mild steel, weathering steel, bronze, concrete, stone tile, powder coating, and graphic substrates, including specific codes, descriptions, colors, and finishes.
• Site Plan - Signage Distribution (X0.50): A map illustrating the proposed locations of various interpretive signs (Welcome Kiosks, Story Panels, Special Stories, Teasers, Plant IDs, Warning Signs) throughout the site.
• Typical Sign Types (X1.00): Diagrams showing the general design and hierarchy of different sign types (Welcome Kiosk, Story Panel, Teaser, Plant ID).
• Typical Footing Details (X1.05): General information on footing designs for different sign types. Note: These are for reference and discussion only; contractors are responsible for engineering and construction.
• Specific Sign Details (X1.10 - X1.70): Detailed drawings for each category of sign, including:
  • Welcome Kiosk (A1/A2)
  • Story Panels (B1-B5)
  • Special Stories (C1 - Hoover Dam, C2 - Lawn's Evolution)
  • Map - Boulder City (C3)
  • Teaser Signs (D1-D4)
  • Plant ID / Warning Signs (E1-E13)

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of work related to the fabrication, supply, and installation of interpretive signage. It outlines the design intent, material specifications, and placement of all signage elements. Contractors will need to use these drawings to prepare accurate bids, understand installation requirements, and coordinate with the design team.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "Text & Graphics - Contract Documents (100) REV 1 - July 2025," provides the detailed text and graphic content for interpretive signage at the Bureau of Reclamation's Administration Building's xeric garden in Boulder City, Nevada. It is intended for costing and approval of design by the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR).

• Introduction: Outlines the purpose of the document and how to read it, emphasizing that design drawings are for approval and not construction, and that fabricators must provide shop drawings.
• Site Plan: Details the proposed locations for interpretive signage within the xeric garden, with a comprehensive list of signage codes, descriptions, types, and associated sheets.
• Text & Graphics: Includes a Graphic Layout Schedule detailing exhibit information, graphic ID, title, width, and height for each sign. It also illustrates typical sign types (Welcome Kiosk, Story Panel, Teaser, Plant ID) and graphic patterns.
• Exhibit Component Data Sheets: Provides detailed draft content for each individual sign, covering topics such as:
  • BOR Overview / Reclamation History
  • Sustainable Landscaping
  • Local Water Use and Conservation
  • Boulder City Story
  • City Plans
  • BOR Administration Building
  • The Lawn's Evolution
  • Hoover Dam (historical context)
  • Teasers (e.g., "Ready to redefine your idea of sustainable landscaping?")
  • Plant IDs (listing various trees, cacti, succulents, and shrubs)
  • Warnings (e.g., "Do not climb the rocks!")
  • Maps of Boulder City
• Image Schedule: Lists all graphics to be used, including their source, file names, and links.

This document is crucial for any vendor involved in the fabrication and installation of interpretive signage. It provides the complete content, layout, and design specifications for each sign, enabling accurate bidding and production. Bidders will need to understand the scope of work, the specific text and graphics required for each exhibit, and the overall design intent to prepare a compliant proposal. The document also references a separate "Fabrication Specification" which is essential for understanding the manufacturing requirements.