1. Statement of Work.pdf

US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Statement of Work

Table of Contents

C.1 SCOPE OF WORK

C.2 PROJECT LOCATION

C.3 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

C.4 SUBMITTALS

C.5 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS

C.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

C.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

C.8 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

C.9 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

E. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

J. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

Lassen Forest-Wide Toilet Replacement

STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF WORK

This contract is to remove eight existing vault toilet buildings (seven double vault and one single vault toilet buildings) and replace them with eight new precast, concrete double vault toilet buildings in the

Ashpan Snowmobile Park, Battle Creek, Hole In The Ground and Bridge Campgrounds in the Lassen

National Forest.

Vault Restroom Replacement

A. The project requires the furnishing of all labor, equipment, transportation, supplies, and materials to replace the six double vault restrooms and two single vault restrooms with eight double vault restrooms located at the Ashpan Snowmobile Park, Battle Creek, Hole In The Ground, and

Bridge Campgrounds.

The work consists of:

1. Removing and disposing of:

• Six (6) double vault restrooms, one (1) at Bridge Campground, two (2) at Hole in the

Ground Campground and three (3) at Battle Creek Campground all approximately 48 square feet in size. All are reported built of wood.

• One (1) single vault restroom, at Ashpan Snowmobile Park at approximately 38 square feet in size. This is a prefabricated concrete structure.

• One (1) single vault restroom built of wood, at Bridge Campground, approximately

110 square feet in size.

a. This includes complete removal of the prefabricated concrete/wooden structure, stools and anything else that is above the concrete floor slab. The concrete floor slab shall be removed as well. The underground vault(s) or portions of the underground vault(s) that do not interfere with the new vaults and floors can remain in place otherwise to be removed.

b. Any non-friable asbestos containing materials associated with the vent pipes or roofing shall be carefully removed and disposed of according to hazardous waste regulations.

c. Remove demolition waste materials from project site and legally dispose of them in an

EPA-approved landfill.

d. Do not burn demolished materials.

e. The human waste in the vaults shall be pumped out prior to demolition. This shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

2. Contractor may remove trees under 10 inches DBH (diameter at breast height) for the installation of the new restrooms. Any trees over that size shall require prior Contracting

Officer written approval.

3. Replacing the old restrooms with eight new double vault restrooms. Locations for the new restrooms shall be in the same location as the old restroom. Locations are shown on the campground maps and shall be approved on-site by the Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR). Double vault restrooms shall be the CXT Cascadian Double Vault, Romtec SST

Aspen Double Vault with roof extension, or an approved equivalent product and shall have the following characteristics:

Double Vault Toilet Restroom Buildings – Each new double vault toilet building shall have the following specifications:

• Designed to withstand a 350 pound per square foot snow load.

• Designed to withstand a 400 pound per square foot floor load.

• Will withstand the effects of 150 mile per hour (3-second gust) wind.

• Will withstand the effects of a seismic design category E earthquake.

• Two (2) single user water-less precast concrete restrooms.

• Two (2) toilet risers compliant with the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility

Standards (ABAS).

• ABAS-compliant grab bars on the side wall closest to the toilet of the restroom.

• Two (2) toilet paper dispensers that hold three (3) standard rolls of toilet paper.

• Two (2) unisex restroom signs.

• Interiors to have “No Trash in Vault” sign.

• Signs to have raised pictograms, letters, and braille to meet ABAS standards.

• All signs inset a minimum of ¾ inches into wall with 45-degree bevel.

• All signs to be anchored into concrete with ¼ inch x ¾ inches concrete anchor nails.

• Board & Batt textured upper walls, with horizontal lap siding textured lower walls.

Colors to be selected by the CO.

• Cedar shake textured roof. Color to be selected by the CO.

• Solar Light.

• ABAS accessible pathway and doorway, including but not limited to the following the directives:

o Clear width of 32 inches minimum at doorways with swinging doors.

o Minimum maneuvering clearance for the relevant approach direction (see Table

404.2.4.1 in the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards for details).

o Operable parts, like the door handle, shall be operable with one hand; not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and have the maximum force to activate the part be 5 pounds (22.2 Newtons).

o Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant.

o Walking surfaces with a running slope not be steeper than 1:20.

o Turning space shall comply with the requirements of a circular space (minimum of

60 inches in diameter) or of a T-shaped space (60 inches squared minimum, with a base 36 inches wide minimum, and a minimum of 12 inches by 24 inches of clearance under each arm of the T)

▪ See Figure 304.3.2 in the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards for the diagram of the T-shaped turning space.

• Vault building shall incorporate design aspects of Sweet-Smelling Technology (SST) as outlined by Briar Cook for the U.S. Forest Service.

• Vault building shall be an all concrete design with a minimum 7/12 roof pitch.

• Vault building shall have a minimum 4 inches wall, 4½ inches roof, and 5 inches floor thickness.

• Roof and walls shall be fabricated with high strength precast concrete to meet all local building codes.

• Two (2) ABS lined concrete waste vaults (1,000 gallon each). Liner minimum thickness

0.100 inches.

• The vaults shall have a bottom slope of 1 inch per foot from under the toilet riser out to the outside cleanout area.

• Two (2) waste clean out hatches, one per vault, 24inches diameter (minimum) lightweight manhole cover, installed to the rear or side of the building.

• One (1) 12 inches diameter round pipe will be installed to vent each vault and the pipe shall be raised a minimum of 3 feet above the highest point of the roof.

• Exterior doors into toilet rooms shall be key lockable on exterior and deadbolt lockable on interior.

• Locks shall be keyed to USFS standard Yale key.

• Offloaded and set up on site.

a. The double vault restrooms will follow the federal ABA standards relevant for restrooms in outdoor recreational settings at time of construction. Where conflict between the contract specifications and the ABA standards occur, the current ABA standard at time of construction will govern.

4. Improving the pathways to the new double vault toilets located at Ashpan Snowmobile Park and Battle Creek Campground to connect to the adjacent roads and parking structures, as well as be ABAS-compliant.

a. The pathways to the newly installed double vault restrooms will follow the federal

ABA standards, Forest Service Outdoor Recreation Accessibility Guidelines

(FSORAG) and the Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines (FSTAG) for new construction at time of construction.

5. All clearing and grubbing or other vegetative work necessary for replacing the vault toilets is incidental to the existing work necessary for the installation of the toilets at each site.

6. Excavating and placing the vault as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

7. Backfilling the holes left by the demolition of the old existing vault restrooms.

a. Use the excavated material from the new vault.

b. Backfill Placement: Spread backfill materials over the full width of the cross section of the cavity to a maximum loose thickness of 150 mm (6 inches), and compact as specified in paragraph 5d before the next layer is spread. The Contractor may use any type of compaction equipment except rubber-tired or smooth-steel-wheel rollers to obtain the required degree of compaction. The in-place materials shall be free of lenses, pockets, streaks, or layers of materials differing substantially in texture or gradation from the surrounding materials.

c. Moisture Content: During placing and compacting of backfill, the optimum moisture content (-4 percent to +2 percent) as determined by AASHTO T 217 or AASHTO T 239, unless otherwise approved, shall be maintained by wetting or drying, as required.

d. Compaction: Compact the backfill to a minimum density of 95 percent of the maximum dry density as determined by AASHTO T 99, Method C.

e. Finish grade shall match adjacent existing ground level.

8. Setting the new restroom structure on top of the new vaults.

9. Backfilling and compacting the soil material around the new vault restroom as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

a. Use the excavated material from the new vault if it meets the manufacturer’s standard requirements.

10. Finish grading around the vault restroom as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. A site visit is recommended due to the site location and access, please contact Contracting Officer

Representative.

C.2 PROJECT LOCATION

ITEM

NO.

SITE NAME &

ELEVATION

C. LOCATION MATERIAL OF

BUILDING TO BE

REMOVED & SIZE/SQ

FEET

B.1 01 Battle Creek Campground

4850’

40.349767 121.628514 Tehama County Wood 48, 48, 48

D. DIRECTIONS: From Chester, CA drive 31 miles west on Hwy 36, campground is on the left just past Mineral. Interior campgrounds roads are paved.

B.1 02 Ashpan Snowmobile Park

5270’

40.606381 121.567589 Shasta County Prefabricated Concrete 38

D. DIRECTIONS:. From Old Station, CA from the intersection with Hwy 44 to Susanville drive toward Redding on Hwy

44/89 ~9.3 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 33N16 drive 0.1 mile and turn right again into Ashpan Snowmobile Park.

B.3 01 Hole In The Ground

Campground 4300’

40.3097560121.560883 Tehama County Wood 48, 48

D. DIRECTIONS: From Chester, CA drive 21 miles west on Hwy 36, turn left on Hwy 172 toward Mill Creek for ~3.5 miles, turn left on Forest Road 28N06 proceed ~2.5 miles, turn left drive ~.5 miles to campground. Roads from Hwy 172 are dirt.

B.3 02 Bridge Campground 3865’ 40.730717 121.438792 Shasta County Wood 110, 48

D. DIRECTIONS: From Old Station, CA drive 8 miles north on Hwy 89 towards Burney. Campground is on the left-hand side of the road past a bridge. From Burney, CA take Hwy 299 east to Hwy 89 junction. Take a right on Hwy 89 and drive 18 miles. Bridge Campground will be on the right.

C.3 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

A. Ninety (90) calendar days after NTP issuance

B. Operations shall be scheduled so that work is completed between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except on Federal Holidays. Operations are preferred to be before

Memorial Day and after Labor Day at Battle Creek and Bridge Campgrounds but timing is negotiable. Permission to work an alternate schedule or hours outside those designated may be requested from the Contracting Officer.

CI.4 SUBMITALS

A. Scope: Submittals shall include design computations, shop drawings, manufacturers' literature, as-built drawings, samples, a waste management plan and maintenance manuals.

B. Requirements: Allow at least 5 working days for review. Submittals shall be delivered to the

Contracting Officers Representative (COR) at the Lassen National Forest Headquarters Office, 2550 Riverside Dr, Susanville, CA 96130 and sent electronically to an email address provided by the COR. Submit 3 hard copies and one electronic pdf or jpg file of the following:

1. Manufacturer's Literature: The manufacturer's descriptive data for units to be used on this project.

2. Installation Instructions: The manufacturer's installation instructions for the units to be used on this project.

3. Operating and Maintenance Instructions: The manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions for the units to be used on this project.

C. Identification of Submittals: Completely identify each submittal by showing at least the following information:

1. Name and address of submitter, plus name and telephone number of the individual to contact for further information.

2. Name of project as it appears in these specifications.

3. Contract number, drawing number, and specification section number to which the submittal applies.

4. Whether this is an original submittal or resubmittal.

5. Each item shall clearly note the manufacturer's name and address, trade name, product, lot, style, color, catalog designation or model number, and locations of use.

D. Approvals: Approval of the submittals is an indication that the Contractor's submittals have been reviewed and that there are no objections, except as noted. Approval of deviations shall apply only to those deviations or omissions from the requirements of the drawings and specifications brought to the Contracting Officer's attention in writing. After approval of an item, submit a substitute for approval when the approved item cannot be purchased or delivered in time to avoid delay in completion of the project.

C.5 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS

A. SECTION 02221 Building Demolition

C.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Codes and Standards: The work shall comply with codes and standards applicable to each type of work and as listed in the individual sections of these specifications. This Contract incorporates materials, applications, and tests by reference, with the same force and effect as when they were given in full text.

B. Conflict: Where a conflict occurs between reference documents and project specifications, the project specifications shall govern.

C. Measurements: Where approved manufacturer's diagrams and shop drawings give specific measurements or rough-in dimensions for equipment, these dimensions shall take precedence over dimensions indicated on the drawings.

D. Equipment: Prior to ordering equipment, verify dimensions and functions of equipment proposed for use including the electrical service requirements. Be certain the equipment is compatible with the structural and architectural features of the work, avoids conflicts with equipment of other crafts, and that it will fit in the space provided.

C.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery: Protect products incorporated into the work from damage while in transit to the site. Products must be delivered in original unopened containers with manufacturer's name, brand designation, and contents legibly indicated.

B. Storage: Provide temporary storage facilities for products. Storage shall comply with the manufacturer's instructions. The storage area shall permit access for inspection and handling.

C. Handling: Load and unload products protecting them from damage.

C.8 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

A. Site Conditions:

1. Site is remote and no utilities are available. Potable water and generators for electrical power shall be provided by the Contractor for their employees use.

2. Contractor must bring in their own portable toilets.

3. Contractor may camp at the campground during construction with prior approval of District

Ranger.

4. Opening and closing dates of recreation sites are fluid. Contractor will propose work schedule for individual sites and if approved by the Contracting Officer the campground will be closed during construction activities.

5. Any damages caused by the Contractor shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor.

B. Climatic Conditions and Construction Season:

1. Elevations vary from 3865 feet to 5370 feet.

2. Construction activities in these areas are typically seasonal May through October and is closed due to snow in late fall, winter, and early spring. The actual start date will be determined at the time of Contract Award and at the Pre-Work Conference.

C. Environmental Considerations:

1. Fuel or oil spills occurring in the soil during the work of this project shall be excavated to a depth of 12 inches beyond contaminated material and removed from the work site. Prescribed measures to prevent water pollution to nearby water resources shall be strictly observed.

2. The Contractor shall clean-up litter and discarded material each day during construction. All construction debris and trash shall be deposited into contractor’s trash receptacles while on the jobsite then removed from the jobsite and disposed of at an approved landfill.

3. Items or debris not designated as salvage for the Government shall become the property of the Contractor. Disposal of materials in a legal manner and payment of fees required is the

Contractor's responsibility. Sale of material onsite is not allowed unless authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. When hazardous materials are encountered during demolition operations, comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, laws, and ordinances concerning removal, handling, and protection against exposure or environmental pollution.

Burning or burying of removed materials is not permitted on the work site.

D. Material Stockpile /Storage and Equipment Staging:

1. Adequate space exists at the project sites for parking vehicles, equipment, and stockpiling materials. Final locations will be field-approved by the COR.

2. Contractor shall operate and park vehicles and equipment within existing roadways and parking areas.

E. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1. Delivery: Protect products incorporated into the work from damage while in transit to the site. Products must be delivered in original unopened containers with manufacturer's name, brand designation, and contents legibly indicated.

2. Storage: Provide temporary storage facilities for products. Storage shall comply with the manufacturer's instructions. The storage area shall permit access for inspection and handling.

3. Handling: Load and unload products protecting them from damage.

C.9 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

A. Work Schedule: The schedule shall be submitted at the pre-work conference. When requested, submit an updated schedule within 3 calendar days. As a minimum, the estimated start and completion dates shall be shown in the estimate.

B. Pre-Work Conference:

1. Will be held prior to the start of work. The Contractor will be notified in advance of meeting time, date and place. The purpose will be to review required work, project drawings and specifications, construction schedules, payroll and payments, and administrative provisions of the Contract.

2. The Contractor, subcontractors and the persons responsible for coordination of the work shall be present at the meeting.

3. Be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project and present the submittals requested in the specifications.

C. Progress Meetings:

1. To be held at the project site, or as determined by the Contracting Officer.

2. May be called by either the Contracting Officer or the Contractor. Request shall state who should attend and include an agenda.

D. Final Inspection:

1. To be held at the project site, or as determined by the Contracting Officer.

2. Notify the Contracting Officer in writing at least 5 working days before the completion date so the Government can schedule final inspection.

3. The Contractor or contractor’s representative if authorized shall be present during this final inspection.