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B -- NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK DOCUMENTATION FOR COLUMBIA HISTORIC DISTRICT, CALIFORNIA SOL 1443RQ8000-97-026 POC Theresa Fisher (415) 427-1331 Request written quotation to perform historic, architectural and archeological survey of Columbia State Historic Park, California and prepare National Historic Landmark form for the Columbia Historic District. The Park consists of approximately 250 acres and includes 150 structures. In addition, there are significant mining features and historic archeological remains within the boundaries of the Park. The Park includes a number of reconstructed buildings and there are significant integrity issues that must be addressed in the NHL documentation. Anticipated award date is 9/30/97. Award of order shall be made on the basis of "best value" using the following criteria: (1) Demonstrated experience in conducting historical research and analysis of mining properties using professional research methods and standards; knowledge of repositories of historical data and sources of information about Columbia, California gold mining and other relevant data; experience in producing professional, well-documented historical reports. (2) Demonstrated experience in identifying, recording and interpreting historic archeological remains associated with mining. (3) Demonstrated experience in identifying, analyzing and describing historic buildings and structures; ability to assess and evaluate integrity of historic buildings and structures; ability to analyze the evolution and alterations over time of a building, structure, site and district; ability to produce thorough written building descriptions using generally-accepted architectural terminology. (4) Demonstrated experience in preparing successful National Register nomination forms for complex properties that integrate historical, architectural and/or archeological resources and contexts. The project team must include a historian meeting the professional qualifications standards of 36 CFR 61. Technical evaluation factors are equal to cost. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the National Park Service. Request quotation package package by fax to (415) 744-4043 or by writing to the San Francisco address. Telephone requests will not be honored. (0204)

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