M--EDIS - Conserve West Bedroom Rug

The National Park Service is seeking a contractor to conserve the West Bedroom Rug at the Glenmont Mansion, Thomas Edison National Historical Park, in West Orange, New Jersey. The contractor will be required to work on-site and adhere to the park's physical and museum security plans, as well as follow guidelines for contractors. The project involves conserving a historic rug, and the contractor must take necessary precautions to protect the rug and other museum objects from damage. Some of the key guidelines for contractors include: not touching or moving museum objects, using protective barriers, and not blocking doorways or emergency exits. The contractor will be escorted by NPS staff at all times while on-site, and they must follow all safety protocols and procedures. • The contractor must adhere to the designated working hours and days as depicted in the contractual agreement. • The contractor must not work independently in any park buildings and must be escorted by NPS staff at all times. • The contractor must use protective barriers to protect museum surfaces and objects from damage. • The contractor must not block doorways or emergency exits with equipment or supplies. • The contractor must follow all safety protocols and procedures, including those related to hot work, fire watch, and emergency evacuations.