F--Historical Context Documentation

Other / Unclassified

This document contains the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 36, Chapter VIII, Part 800, titled "Protection of Historic Properties." It outlines the procedures for Federal agencies to take into account the effects of their undertakings on historic properties and afford the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation an opportunity to comment.

While this document is a regulation and not directly part of a specific solicitation, understanding these regulations is crucial for bidders involved in projects that may impact historic properties. It details the processes for:

• Identifying historic properties and assessing potential effects.
• Consultation with various parties, including State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPOs), Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (THPOs), Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, and the public.
• Resolving adverse effects on historic properties through agreements or other means.
• Coordination with other environmental review laws, such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Bidders should be aware that compliance with these regulations may be a requirement for certain projects, influencing project planning, timelines, and potential mitigation measures.

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

To provide services to Reclamation to meet their Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) mitigation obligations for the Ongoing Support Features Project.

• Develop a historic context document.

• Design public-facing webpage content.

• Develop an informational trifold brochure.

• Services include archival research, using existing archival information and records, to assist in completion of NHPA Section 106 compliance.

• Period of Performance: Twelve (12) months, from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027.

• Place of Performance: Consultant's facilities and field locations.

• Progress reports: Monthly.

• Historic Context Document: Draft due TBD, Final due 15 calendar days after Reclamation acceptance of draft.

• Webpage Content: Draft due TBD, Final due 15 calendar days after Reclamation acceptance of draft.

• Trifold Brochure: Draft due TBD, Final due 15 calendar days after Reclamation acceptance of draft.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).

• Security: No security clearances required.

• Government-Furnished Materials: Includes relevant archival reports and photographs, Memorandum of Agreement, draft historic context, and various cultural resources reports.

• Performance Standards: Timeliness (98% of deliverables submitted on time) and Quality (deliverables do not require rewriting by the government).

• Deductions: Potential deductions for failure to meet timeliness or quality standards.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Multiple Property Documentation Form" (NPS Form 10-900-b) used for documenting multiple property groups related to historic contexts for the National Register of Historic Places. It serves as a comprehensive record for the Newlands Project, detailing its history, associated historic contexts, property types, and eligibility for the National Register.

• Name of Multiple Property Listing: Newlands Project
• Associated Historic Contexts: Includes periods such as "Planning and Construction of Major Features: 1902-1915," "Continued Construction: Drainage Facilities and Project Repairs: 1916-1928," "Project Settlement and Economic Development: 1904-1929," "Civilian Conservation Corps Contributions: 1933-42," and "Construction of Additional Storage and Diversion Facilities: 1935-45."
• Geographical Area: Placer County, California, and Churchill, Storey, Washoe, and Lyon Counties, Nevada.
• Form Prepared By: Bureau of Reclamation, Historian.
• Certification: Certifies that the documentation meets National Register standards and professional requirements.
• Table of Contents: Outlines sections for Historic Contexts, Associated Property Types, Geographical Data, Identification and Evaluation Methods, Major Bibliographical References, and Figures.
• Property Types: Details various categories of structures and features associated with the Newlands Project, including Storage and Diversion Structures (dams, dikes, reservoirs), Water Conveyance Structures (canals, laterals, drains), Powerplants, Pumping Plants, Auxiliary Construction Works (camps, roads, construction plants), Ongoing Support Features (offices, service yards, housing), and Settlement Features (townsites, farms).

This document provides extensive historical and technical background on the Newlands Project, which is crucial for understanding the context of any related federal opportunities. It details the project's purpose, construction, evolution, and the various components involved in its operation. Bidders can use this information to understand the historical significance and physical scope of the project, which may be relevant for opportunities involving historical preservation, infrastructure management, or environmental considerations within the Newlands Project area.