Saan Repair Sajo Compound Timber Gates

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Background The National Park Service, Contracting Operations Central, Lakewood Major Acquisition Buying Office intends to issue a solicitation for a Request for Quotes (RFQ) to repair the South and East timber gates at the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. This project is crucial for preserving the historic character and functionality of these wooden structures, in alignment with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Work Details The project involves repairing two historic wooden gates: the South Gate and East Gate located in San Antonio, Texas. The work includes addressing specific issues such as binding on both leaves of the South Gate that requires simultaneous closure, dragging on the sidewalk during operation, and improper seating into cane bolt locations when open. Similar problems are present with the East Gate, which also exhibits binding, dragging, and alignment issues. The repairs must ensure smooth operation, proper alignment, and stability while preserving the historic features of the gates. All work must comply with preservation standards emphasizing repair over replacement and using compatible materials. Period of Performance 60 days after award Place of Performance San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, San Antonio, Texas