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MARION COUNTY UTILITIES

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY

O&M IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

MARION COUNTY UTILITY DEPARTMENT (MCUD)

11800 SE US HWY 441

Belleview, FL 34420

ISSUED FOR BID

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

MAY 2026

405 Golfway West Drive, Suite 201A

St. Augustine, FL. 32095

904-562-2185

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PROJECT NO. 2024-1306 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 0 � BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

00500 Notice to Proceed

00625 Certificate of Substantial Completion

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 1 � GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01001 General Requirements

01010 Summary of Work

01014 Construction Sequence

01027 Periodic Pay Estimates

01050 Surveying

01200 Project Meetings

01250 Contract Modification Procedures

01290 Payment Procedures

01300 Submittals

01310 Construction Schedule

01315 Project Coordination

01320 Construction Progress Documentation

01340 Shop Drawings

01370 Schedule of Values

01380 Construction Photographs

01400 Contractor Quality Control

01410 Testing Laboratory Services

01450 Environmental Protection

01460 Manufacturer�s Field Services

01465 Equipment Startup and Testing

01600 Materials and Equipment

01700 Contract Closeout

01710 Cleaning

01720 Project Record Documents

01730 Operation and Maintenance Data

01740 Warranties and Bonds

01770 Closeout Procedures

01850 Color Audio-Video Preconstruction Record

DIVISION 2 � SITEWORK

02220 Excavation, Backfill, and Compaction

02825 Sodding & Grassing

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DIVISION 3 � CONCRETE

03100 Concrete Formwork

03200 Concrete Reinforcement

03250 Concrete Joints and Joint Accessories

03300 Cast-in-Place Concrete

03350 Concrete Finishes

03600 Grout

03740 Modifications and Repair to Concrete

DIVISION 4 � MASONRY (NOT USED)

DIVISION 5 � METALS

05500 Miscellaneous Metal

DIVISION 6 � CARPENTRY (NOT USED)

DIVISION 7 � THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 8 � DOORS AND WINDOWS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 9 � FINISHES

09900 Painting

DIVISION 10 � SPECIALTIES (NOT USED)

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

11372 Rotary Positive Displacement Blowers

DIVISION 12 � FURNISHINGS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 13 � SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13300 Process Control Systems - General Provisions

13310 Application Engineering Services

13315 Process Control Systems Submittals

13320 Process Control Systems Testing

13330 Process Control Systems Training

13332 Surge Suppressors

13340 Process Control System Input/Output List

13340.01 Process Control System Input/Output List (Table)

13350 Process Control Descriptions

13350.01 Blowers

13420 Programmable Logic Controllers

13430 Network and Communication Equipment

13435 Fiber Optic Cabling and Equipment

13500 Instruments

13500.01 Instrument Device Schedule

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13530 Level Measurement

13530.01 Ultrasonic Level Meter

13550 Pressure Measurement

13554 Pressure Transmitters

DIVISION 14 � CONVEYING SYSTEMS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 15 � MECHANICAL

15010 Piping - General Requirements

15066 Stainless Steel Pipe (Process Air)

15110 Piping and Accessories

15120 Piping Specialties

15200 Valves and Accessories

DIVISION 16 � ELECTRICAL

16050 Electrical � General Provisions

16108 Miscellaneous Equipment

16110 Raceway and Fittings

16120 Low Voltage Wire and Cable

16150 Motors

16160 Panelboards

16402 Underground System

16450 Grounding System

16670 Lightning Protection System

16921 Low Voltage Motor Control Centers

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SECTION 00550

NOTICE TO PROCEED

Date:

Project:

Owner: Owner's Contract No.:

Contract: Engineer's Project No.:

Contractor:

Contractor's Address:

You are notified that the Contract Times under the above Contract will commence to run on. On or before that date, you are to start performing your obligations under the Contract Documents. In accordance with Article 4 of the Agreement, the number of days to achieve Substantial Completion is 120, and the number of days to achieve readiness for final payment is 180.

Before you may start any Work at the Site, Paragraph 2.01.B of the General Conditions provides that you and Owner must each deliver to the other (with copies to Engineer and other identified additional insureds and loss payees) certificates of insurance which each is required to purchase and maintain in accordance with the Contract Documents.

Also, before you may start any Work at the Site, you must:

Given by Owner:

Authorized Signature

Title

Date

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PROJECT NO. 2024-1306 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

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SECTION 00625

CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

Project:

Owner: Owner's Contract No.:

Contract: Engineer's Project No.:

This {tentative} {definitive} Certificate of Substantial Completion applies to:

All Work under the Contract Documents: The following specified portions of the Work:

Date of Substantial Completion

The Work to which this Certificate applies has been inspected by authorized representatives of

Owner, Contractor, and Engineer, and found to be substantially complete. The Date of

Substantial Completion of the Project or portion thereof designated above is hereby declared and is also the date of commencement of applicable warranties required by the Contract

Documents, except as stated below.

A {tentative} {definitive} list of items to be completed or corrected is attached hereto. This list may not be all-inclusive, and the failure to include any items on such list does not alter the responsibility of the Contractor to complete all Work in accordance with the Contract

Documents.

The responsibilities between Owner and Contractor for security, operation, safety, maintenance, heat, utilities, insurance, and warranties shall be as provided in the Contract

Documents except as amended as follows:

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Amended Responsibilities Not Amended

Owner�s Amended Responsibilities

Contractor�s Amended Responsibilities

The following documents are attached to and made part of this Certificate:

This Certificate does not constitute an acceptance of Work not in accordance with the Contract

Documents nor is it a release of Contractor�s obligation to complete the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents

Executed by Engineer Date

Executed by Contractor Date

Executed by Owner Date

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PROJECT NO. 2024-1306 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 01001

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 GENERAL

A. A brief description of the Work is stated in the Advertisement for Bids. To determine the full scope of the project or any particular part of the project, coordinate the applicable information in the several parts of these Contract

Documents.

1.02 SITE INVESTIGATION AND REPRESENTATION

A. The Contractor acknowledges satisfaction as to the nature and location of the

Work, the general and local conditions, particularly those bearing upon availability of transportation, access to the site, disposal, handling and storage of materials, availability of labor, water, electric power, roads, and uncertainties of weather, river stages, or similar physical conditions at the site, the conformation and conditions of the ground, the character of equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during the prosecution of the Work, and all other matters which can in any way affect the Work or the cost thereof under this Contract.

B. The Contractor further acknowledges satisfaction as to character, quality, and quantity of surface and subsurface materials to be encountered from his inspection of the site and from reviewing any available records of exploratory Work furnished by the Owner or included in these Documents. Failure by the Contractor to become acquainted with the physical conditions of the site and all the available information will not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for properly estimating the difficulty or cost of successfully performing the Work.

C. The Contractor warrants that as a result of examination and investigation of all the aforesaid data, the Contractor can perform the Work in a good and workmanlike manner and to the satisfaction of the Owner. The Owner assumes no responsibility for any representations made by any of its officers or agents during or prior to the execution of this Contract, unless (1) such representations are expressly stated in the Contract, and (2) the Contract expressly provides that the responsibility is assumed by the Owner.

1.03 INFORMATION ON SITE CONDITIONS

A. General: Any information obtained by the Engineer regarding site conditions, groundwater elevations, existing construction of site facilities as applicable, and similar data will be available for inspection at the office of the Engineer upon request. Such information is offered as supplementary information only. Neither

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the Engineer nor the Owner assumes any responsibility for the completeness or interpretation of such supplementary information.

1.04 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR UTILITY PROPERTIES AND SERVICE

A. Utilities and structures adjacent to or expected to be encountered in the Work are the Contractor's sole responsibility to locate. A utility notification service is available, and it is encouraged that it be used to notify those utilities that participate in the service.

B. Where the Contractor's operations could cause damage or inconvenience to telephone, television, power, oil, gas, water, sewer, or irrigation systems, the operations shall be suspended until all arrangements necessary for the protection of these utilities and services have been made by the Contractor.

C. Notify all utility offices which are affected by the construction operation at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance. Under no circumstances expose any utility without first obtaining permission from the appropriate agency. Once permission has been granted, locate, expose, and provide temporary support for all existing underground utilities.

D. The Contractor shall be solely and directly responsible to the Owner and operators of such properties for any damage, injury, expense, loss, inconvenience, delay, suits, actions, or claims of any character brought because of any injuries or damage which may result from the construction operations under this Contract.

E. Neither the Owner nor its officers or agents shall be responsible to the Contractor for damages as a result of the Contractor's failure to protect utilities encountered in the Work.

F. If the Contractor while performing the Contract discovers utility facilities not identified by the public agency in the Contract Drawings or Specifications, he shall immediately notify the public agency and utility in writing.

G. The public utility, where they are the Owner, shall have the sole discretion to perform repairs or relocation Work or permit the Contractor to do such repairs or relocation Work at a reasonable price.

H. The Contractor shall replace, at his own expense, all existing utilities or structures removed or damage during construction, unless otherwise provided for in these

Contract Documents or ordered by the Engineer.

1.05 SCHEDULING

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A. Prior to starting the Work, confer with the Engineer and Owner's representative to develop an approved Work schedule. Do not make connections between existing

Work and new Work until necessary inspection and tests have been completed on the new Work and it is found to conform in all respects to the requirements of the

Contract Documents.

B. Work on existing facilities shall be performed on a schedule and in a manner that will permit the existing wastewater treatment system to operate continuously, unless agreed to by the Owner as described herein. A sequence of construction is provided in Section 01010 � Summary of Work.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SHUTDOWN OR ALTERATION OF EXISTING OPERATIONS OR UTILITIES

A. Continuous operation of the existing treatment facility is of critical importance.

B. Connections to existing services or utilities, or other Work that requires the temporary shutdown of any existing operations or utilities shall be planned in detail with appropriate scheduling of the Work and coordinated with the Owner or

Engineer. The approved schedule for shutdown or restart shall be indicated on the

Contractor's Progress Schedule, and advance notice shall be given in order that the

Owner or Engineer may witness the shutdown, tie-in, and startup.

C. All materials and equipment (including emergency equipment) necessary to expedite tie-ins shall be on hand prior to the shutdown of existing services or utilities.

3.02 OPERATION OF EXISTING SYSTEM PROHIBITED

A. At no time undertake to close off any lines or open valves or take any other action which would affect the operation of the existing system, except as specifically required by the Drawings and Specifications and after approval is granted by the

Owner. Request approval to change the system operation three (3) working days in advance of the time that interruption of the existing system is required.

3.03 EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEM TESTING

A. Functional (or run) testing, in the presence of the manufacturer's representative and/or Engineer, will be required for each item of equipment following installation.

Functional testing is defined, as that testing necessary to determine if installed equipment and systems will operate as intended.

B. In addition to the functional test, specific performance testing of installed

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equipment and systems shall be conducted by the Contractor as required in the section specifying the equipment or system.

C. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, instruments, and services necessary to perform the functional and performance testing.

3.04 INTERFERING STRUCTURES

A. Take necessary precautions to prevent damage to existing structures whether on the surface, aboveground, or underground. An attempt has been made to show major structures on the Drawings. The completeness and accuracy of information shown cannot be guaranteed, and it is presented simply as a guide to avoid known possible difficulties.

B. Protect underground and aboveground existing structures from damage, whether or not they lie within the limits of the easements obtained by the Owner. Where such existing fences, gates, barns, sheds, buildings, or any other structure must be removed in order to properly carry out the construction, or are damaged during construction, restore to their original condition to the satisfaction of the property owner involved at the Contractor's own expense. Notify the Engineer of any damaged underground structure and make repairs or replacements before backfilling.

C. Without additional compensation, the Contractor may remove and replace in a condition as good as or better than original, such small miscellaneous structures as fences, mailboxes, and signposts that interfere with the Contractor's operation.

3.05 FIELD RELOCATION

A. During the progress of construction, it is expected that minor relocations of the

Work will be necessary. Such relocations shall be made only by direction of the

Engineer. If existing structures are encountered which prevent the construction, and which are not properly shown on the Drawings, notify the Engineer before continuing with the construction in order that the Engineer may make such field revisions as necessary to avoid conflict with the existing structures. If the Contractor fails to so notify the Engineer when an existing structure is encountered, and proceeds with the construction despite this interference, he shall do so at his own risk.

3.06 SALVAGE OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS REMOVED

A. If existing equipment or materials are removed and replaced, they shall be salvaged by the Owner. Upon removal and replacement, the Contractor shall place the equipment or materials at an on-site location directed by the Owner.

3.07 RECEIVING, INSPECTION, AND UNLOADING PRODUCTS

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A. Contractor shall record the receipt of products at the job site.

B. Upon receipt of products at the job site, Contractor shall inspect for completeness and evidence of damage during shipment.

1. Owner�s representative may be present for inspection.

2. Should there appear to be damage, notify the Owner�s representative immediately and inform the Manufacturers and the Transportation

Company.

3. Expedite replacement of damaged, incomplete, or lost items.

C. After completion of inspection, unload products in accordance with manufacturer�s instructions for unloading, or as specified. Do not unload damaged or incomplete products to be returned to manufacturer for replacement, except as necessary to expedite return shipment.

3.08 PROJECT SIGN

A. The Contractor shall install a Project sign at the entrance to the construction site.

3.09 TEMPORARY SERVICES

A. Temporary Water: The Owner will provide all water required to accomplish the actual construction, including water required for testing, flushing, and sterilization.

Temporary piping for transporting the water to the Work shall be paid for by the

Contractor. The Owner will provide a hydrant meter for recording purposes.

B. Temporary Electric Power: The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining a source of electric power for construction. The Contractor shall pay the cost of electric services for construction and testing until substantial completion is achieved. Temporary electric power installation shall meet the construction safety requirements of OSHA, State, and other governing agencies.

C. Sanitary Facilities: The Contractor shall provide and maintain sanitary facilities for his employees and his subcontractors� employees that will comply with the regulations of the local and state departments of health and as directed by the

Engineer.

3.10 HANDLING, STORAGE, AND MAINTENANCE OF PRODUCTS

A. Handle products in accordance with the manufacturer�s written recommendations, and in a manner to prevent damage.

B. Store products prior to installation as recommended by the manufacturer.

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1. Store products such as pipe and reinforcing steel off the ground in approved storage yards.

2. Store items subject to damage by the elements, vandalism, or theft in secure buildings.

3. Provide environmentally controlled storage facilities for items requiring environmental control for protection.

C. Provide manufacturer�s recommended maintenance during storage, installation, and until products are accepted for use by Owner.

D. Store products to provide access for inspection and inventory control. Contractor shall document products in storage to facilitate inspection and to estimate progress payments for products delivered but not installed in the Work.

3.11 STORAGE OF MATERIALS

A. Materials shall be so stored as to ensure the preservation of their quality and fitness for the Work. When considered necessary, they shall be placed on wooden platforms or other hard, clean surfaces, and not on the ground. Stored materials shall be located so as to facilitate prompt inspection. Private property shall not be used for storage purposes without the written permission of the Owner or lessee.

B. Delicate instruments and materials subject to vandalism shall be placed under locked cover and, if necessary, provide with temperature control as recommended by the manufacturer.

PART 4 SAFETY AND CONVENIENCE

4.01 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY PROGRAM

A. The Contractor shall develop and maintain for the duration of this Contract, a safety program that will effectively incorporate and implement all required safety provisions. The Contractor shall appoint an employee who is qualified and authorized to supervise and enforce compliance with the safety program.

B. The duty of the Engineer to conduct construction review of the Contractor's performance is not intended to include a review or approval of the adequacy of the Contractor's safety supervisor, the safety program, or any safety measures taken in, on, or near the construction site.

4.02 SAFETY EQUIPMENT

A. The Contractor, as part of his safety program, shall maintain at his office or other well-known place at the job site, safety equipment applicable to the Work as

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prescribed by the governing safety authorities, all articles necessary for giving first-aid to the injured, and shall establish the procedure for the immediate removal to a hospital or a doctor's care of any person who may be injured on the job site.

B. The Contractor shall do all Work necessary to protect the general public from hazards, including, but not limited to, pedestrian sidewalk or walkway, and trenches or excavations in roadway. Barricades, lanterns, and proper signs shall be furnished in sufficient amount to safeguard the public and the Work.

C. The performance of all Work and all completed construction, particularly with respect to ladders, platforms, structure openings, scaffolding, shoring, lagging, machinery guards and the like, shall be in accordance with the applicable governing safety authorities.

D. During construction, the Contractor shall construct and at all times maintain satisfactory and substantial temporary chain link fencing, solid fencing, railing, barricades or steel plates, as applicable, at all openings, obstruction, or other hazards in streets, sidewalks, floors, roofs, and walkways. All such barriers shall have adequate warning light as necessary, or required, for safety.

4.03 ACCIDENT REPORTS

A. If death or serious injuries or serious damage are caused, the accident shall be reported immediately by telephone or messenger to the Engineer. In addition, the

Contractor must promptly report in writing to the Engineer all accidents whatsoever arising out of or in connection with, the performance of the Work whether on, or adjacent to, the site, giving full details and statements of witnesses.

B. If claim is made by anyone against the Contractor or any subcontractor on account of any accidents, the Contractor shall promptly report the facts in writing to the

Engineer, giving full details of the claim.

4.04 SAFE ACCESS BY FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

A. Authorized representatives of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and other government officials shall at all times have safe access to the Work, and the Contractor shall provide proper facilities for such access and inspection.

4.05 PROTECTION OF PROPERTY

A. Protect stored materials, cultivated trees and crops, and other items located adjacent to the proposed Work. Notify property owners affected by the construction at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time construction begins. During construction operations, construct and maintain such facilities as may be required to provide access by all property owners to their property. No person shall be cut off from access to his residence or place of business for a period

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exceeding eight (8) hours, unless the Contractor has made special arrangements with the affected persons.

4.06 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION

A. The Contractor shall perform all Work in a fire-safe manner. He shall supply and maintain on the site adequate fire-fighting equipment capable of extinguishing incipient fires. The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local fire-prevention regulations. Where these regulations do not apply, applicable parts of the National Fire Prevention Standard for Safeguarding Building Construction

Operation (NFPA No. 241) shall be followed.

4.07 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY

A. Comply with all rules and regulations of the State, County, and City authorities regarding closing or restricting the use of public streets or highways. No public or private road shall be closed, except by express permission of the Owner. Conduct the Work so as to assure the least possible obstruction to traffic and normal commercial pursuits. Protect all obstructions within traveled roadways by installing approved signs, barricades, and lights where necessary for the safety of the public.

The convenience of the general public and residents adjacent to the project and the protection of persons and property are of prime importance and shall be provided for in an adequate and satisfactory manner.

B. When flagmen and guards are required by regulation or when deemed necessary for safety, they shall be furnished with approved orange wearing apparel and other regulation traffic-control devices.

4.08 ACCESS AND NOTIFICATION FOR POLICE, FIRE, AND POSTAL SERVICE

A. Notify the fire department and police department before closing any street or portion thereof. No closing shall be made without the Owner's approval. Notify said departments when the streets are again passable for emergency vehicles.

Conduct operations with the least interference to fire equipment access and at no time prevent such access.

B. The Contractor shall leave a night emergency telephone number or numbers with the police departments, so that contact may be made easily at all times in case of barricade or flare trouble or other emergencies.

C. Maintain postal service facilities in accordance with the requirements of the U.S.

Postal Service, and at the completion of the Work in each area, replace them in their original location and in a condition satisfactory to the U.S. Postal Service.

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SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 LOCATION OF WORK

A. The work associated with this Contract is located at the Marion County Utilities

Southwest Regional Water Reclamation Facility located in Marion County, FL in the vicinity of SW Highway 484 and State Road 200 off SW 90th Terrace in Ocala, Florida. The facility is owned and operated by Marion County Utilities (MCU or

Owner).

1.02 SCOPE OF WORK

A. The work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Mobilization/Demobilization, General Requirements, Bonds, and Insurance.

2. Site Work

a. Erosion Control

b. Site restoration including seeding, sodding, paving and other restoration.

c. Yard piping

d. Roadwork

e. Site Grading

3. Demolition: The demolition includes, but is not limited to the following:

a. Aeration blowers and air piping.

b. Chlorine contact tank level instruments.

c. Hydro-pneumatic tank and air compressor.

d. Reclaimed water control valve.

e. Electrical and instrumentation equipment

4. Salvage: Prior to demolition of equipment or facilities, the Contractor shall coordinate with the Owner on any Owner designated equipment identified

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to be salvaged. Contractor shall move the identified equipment and/or materials to an on-site storage area with temporary covering or protection from the elements. Salvage equipment includes, but is not limited to (the

Owner reserves the right to salvage existing equipment not identified on this list):

a. Blowers

b. Hydro-pneumatic tank and air compressor.

5. Blowers

a. Install three (3) positive displacement blowers including piping, valves, and appurtenances to convey process air to Process Unit

Nos. 1 and 2.

b. Blowers have been pre-purchased by the Owner.

6. Chlorine Contact Basin

a. Install reclaimed water control valve.

7. Electrical and instrumentation required for the improvements will be installed under this Contract. The work will include the following:

a. All instrumentation and electrical components including conduit, wire, electric motors, control panels and field instruments will be constructed under this contract.

8. All permits necessary, including, but not limited to Marion County Building

Department Permit, NPDES Dewatering Permit, and NPDES Stormwater

Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

9. All other work in the contract documents not covered by the list above.

B. Furnish all materials, equipment, supplies, and appurtenances; provide all construction equipment and tools; and perform all necessary labor and supervision.

C. Although such work is not specifically indicated, furnish and install all supplementary or miscellaneous items, appurtenances, and devices incidental to or necessary for a sound, secure, and complete installation.

D. Coordinate the progress of the Work, including coordination between traders, subcontractors, suppliers, public utilities, and Owner to ensure the progress of

Work.

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E. It is the intent of this Contract that the Work proceed in a manner to minimize plant operational interferences and to ensure compliance with operating permits

(attached as an Appendix) that the Owner has regarding the water quality discharged from the plant. The Work occasionally will require weekend, nighttime, and multiple shift labor activities to meet the above stated objectives.

F. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining necessary permits including a SFWMD dewatering permit and a Marion County building permit, if necessary.

G. Substantial Completion: To satisfy the definition of Substantial Completion, all on-site Work required by the Contract has been completed sufficiently to allow the

Contractor to startup and place the entire system into automatic mode allowing the Owner to take beneficial use of the system.

1. A startup plan will be required for review and approval prior to placing the system into service.

2. The startup plan will detail the testing and training required for the process equipment and will provide a schedule for implementation.

3. The plan will include the required sequence of events necessary to place the facility into service and place the existing plant in standby.

4. The Contractor shall identify the preparation, submittal, and review time for the plan on the construction schedule. No startup and training services will be allowed prior to the acceptance of the plan. A one-month review period by the Owner and Engineer shall be included.

H. Final Completion: Final completion of construction will be met once the Contractor has demonstrated that the facility will operate in automatic mode. In addition, final completion will require the completion of final punchlist items developed by the

Engineer and Owner that are required by the Contract. Final completion will only be met once the Contractor has vacated the site, and the final remaining items have been completed subject to the Engineer�s and Owner�s acceptance and the contract requirements have been fulfilled.

1.03 DESIGN DEVIATIONS

A. Drawings indicate the extent and general arrangement of the work. If any departures from the Drawings are deemed necessary by the Contractor to accommodate the materials and equipment he proposes to furnish, details of such departures and reasons therefore shall be submitted. No such departures shall be made without the prior written approval of Owner. Approved changes shall be made without additional cost to the Owner for this work.

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B. The design basis has been based on the named supplier (noted as A in the bid form). Alternate named equipment (i.e., B, C, and etc.) proposed for use by the

Contractor on the project may require changes in structures, auxiliary equipment, piping, electrical, mechanical, controls or other work to provide a complete satisfactory operating installation. The Contractor shall submit to the Owner, for approval, all necessary Drawings and details showing such changes to verify conformance with the overall project structural and architectural requirements and overall project operating performance. The Bid Price shall include all costs in connection with the preparation of new drawings and details and all changes to construction work to accommodate the proposed equipment, including increases in the costs of other Contracts.

C. In the event that the Engineer is required to provide additional engineering services as a result of substitution of materials or equipment which proposed by the

Contractor, or changes by the Contractor in dimension, weight, power requirements, etc., of the equipment and accessories furnished, or if the Engineer is required to examine and evaluate any changes proposed by the Contractor for the convenience of the Contractor, then the Engineer's charges in connection with such additional services shall be charged to the Contractor by the Owner.

D. Structural design shown on the Contract Drawings is based upon typical weights for major items of equipment as indicated on the Contract Drawings and specified.

If the equipment furnished differs from that specified in the Contract Documents such that actual weight exceeds the weight of specified equipment, the Contractor shall assume the responsibility for all costs of redesign and for any construction changes required to accommodate the equipment furnished, including the

Engineer's expenses in connection therewith, provided that the original weight assumptions were correct.

E. In the event that the Engineer is required to provide additional engineering services as a result of Contractor's errors, omissions, or failure to conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents, or if the Engineer is required to examine and evaluate any changes proposed by the Contractor solely for the convenience of the Contractor, then the Engineer's charges in connection with such additional services shall be charged to the Contractor by the Owner and shall be deducted from monies due the Contractor.

1.04 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. Contractor shall limit his use of the premises for Work and storage to allow for

Owner occupancy.

B. Assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of material and equipment furnished under this Contract, stored on or off-site.

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C. Move any stored materials and equipment under Contractor�s control that interfere with operations of the Owner.

D. Obtain and pay for the use of additional storage or work areas needed for operations.

E. Contractor shall confine all materials storage, equipment storage, and employee and subcontractor parking to the areas shown on the Drawings, Contractor shall not store materials or equipment, nor shall employees of the Contractor or subcontractors park automobiles on public streets, in the Owner�s parking lots, or in the parking and storage areas designated for use by other Contractors.

F. Contractor shall restore any areas used for materials storage, equipment storage, or employee and subcontractors will park during normal and peak construction periods.

1. Submit within ten days after Effective Date of the Notice to Proceed.

2. Plan must be approved by Owner.

1.05 EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY

A. Confine construction operations to the immediate vicinity of the location indicated on Drawings and use due care in placing construction tools, equipment, excavated materials, and pipeline materials and supplies, so as to cause the least possible damage to property and interference with traffic.

1.06 CONTROL OF NOISE

A. Conduct all construction, land disturbance activities and all vehicle movements in such a manner as to comply with local City and County Noise Ordinance provisions.

1.07 PROTECTION OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PROPERTY

A. Protect, shore, brace, support, and maintain underground pipes, conduits, drains, and other underground construction uncovered or otherwise affected by construction operations.

B. Restore to their original condition, pavement, surfacing, driveways, curbs, walks, buildings, utility poles, guy wires, fences, and other surface structures affected by construction operations, together with sod and shrubs, in yards and parking areas, whether within or outside the easement.

C. Use new materials for this project except as noted.

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D. Contractor shall be responsible for all damage to streets, roads, highways, shoulders, ditches, embarkments, culverts, bridges, and other public or private property, regardless of location or character, that may be caused by transporting equipment, materials, or workers to or from the Work or any part or site thereof, whether by Contractor or Contractor�s subcontractors or suppliers.

E. Make satisfactory and acceptable arrangements with the owner of, or the agency or authority having jurisdiction over, any damaged property concerning its repair, replacement, or payment of costs incurred in connection with the damage.

F. Keep fire hydrants and water control valves free from obstruction and available for use at all times.

G. In areas where the Contractor�s operations are adjacent to or near a utility and such operations may cause damage which might result in considerable expense, loss, and inconvenience, the operation shall be suspended until all arrangements necessary for the protection thereof have been made by Contractor.

H. Notify all utility offices which may be affected by the construction operation at least 48 hours in advance. Before exposing any utility, the utility having jurisdiction shall grant permission and may oversee the operation. Should service of any utility be interrupted due to the Contractor�s operation, the proper authority shall be notified immediately. Contractor shall cooperate with the said authority in restoring the service as promptly as possible and shall bear any costs incurred.

1.08 MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC AND ACCESS TO FACILITIES

A. Owner�s access to facilities must be maintained at all times during construction.

1.09 BARRICADES AND LIGHTS

A. Protect plant access roads that are closed to traffic by barricades with warning signs as indicated by the Contract Documents.

B. Provide suitable warning signs and lights at obstructions, such as material piles and equipment.

C. Illuminate barricades and obstructions with warning lights from sunset to sunrise.

D. Install and maintain barricades, signs, lights, and other protective devices in conformity with applicable laws and regulations, and in conformance with Florida

Department of Transportation Standards if roadway construction is involved.

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1.10 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. Owner will occupy the premises during the entire period of construction for the conduct of his normal operations. Cooperate with Owner in all construction operations to minimize conflict and to facilitate Owner usage.

1.11 LINES AND GRADES

A. Construct all Work to the lines, grades, and elevations indicated on the Drawings.

1. Remove and reconstruct improperly located work.

B. Provide all additional survey, layout, and measurement work required.

1. Work to be performed by a qualified professional engineer or registered land surveyor acceptable to Engineer.

2. Locate and protect control points prior to starting site Work and preserve all permanent reference points during construction.

a. Make no changes or relocations without prior written notice to

Engineer.

b. Report to Engineer when any reference point is lost or destroyed or requires relocation because of necessary changes in grades or locations.

c. Require surveyor to replace Project control points and all Federal, State, City, County, and private land monuments that may be lost or destroyed.

i. Establish replacements based on original survey control.

ii. Comply with local and State requirements for monument replacement and restoration.

3. Establish lines and levels, locate, and lay out by instrumentation and similar appropriate means.

a. Site improvements.

i. Utility slopes and invert elevations.

ii. Batter boards for structures.

iii. Building foundation, column locations, and floor levels.

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iv. Controlling lines and levels required for the mechanical and electrical trades.

4. From time to time, verify layouts by the same methods.

5. Maintain a complete, accurate log of all control and survey work as it progresses.

6. On request of Engineer, submit documentation to verify accuracy of field engineering work.

1.12 WORK SITE SECURITY

A. Contractor shall maintain strict site security at all times during construction of the

Work.

B. Specific requirements include the following:

1. Contractor vehicle access � No vehicles, other than Contractor vehicles with readily visible logos, shall be permitted to park except in the designated parking areas as shown on the Drawings. All employee personal vehicles shall be parked in designated areas as shown on Drawings. No vehicles shall be permitted to park in the Owner designated parking areas at any time.

2. Contractor sign in/sign out logs � Contractor shall maintain a log of all employees, subcontractors, equipment suppliers, and other individuals involved with the Work at all times. Any individuals not accounted for may be asked to leave the site at any time by Owner.

3. Employee Identification

a. Contractor shall provide all employees an identification badge. The badge is to be worn at all times and readily visible while employee is working on site.

b. Contractor shall also provide an additional means of employee identification which shall be readily visible from a distance of 50 feet. Acceptable means of identification shall include a minimum of one of the following:

i. Hard hats with company logos.

ii. Distinguishable work attire (i.e., shirts).

c. Any other individuals, including subcontractors, equipment suppliers, etc., shall also comply with above requirements.

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4. Contractor to inspect all deliveries, including equipment, materials, mail, etc. Prior to material being allowed on-site. No deliveries are to enter fenced plant area prior to inspection by Contractor. Upon receipt or discovery of suspicious field personnel and take appropriate action to safely handle and remove material.

5. Contractor to notify Owner personnel immediately upon discovery of any threat to plant security, personnel safety, etc., and shall take immediate action as appropriate to remove threat.

C. Owner may, at any time, ask individuals not complying with these requirements to leave the site. Owner may also ask at any time, for vehicles and/or equipment that is not in compliance with the above requirements to be removed from the Project

Site. Upon request by the Owner, Contractor shall immediately remove items and/or individuals from the Site until adequate identification can be provided.

1.13 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Comply with all Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances applicable to the Work.

B. Other standards and codes that apply to the Work are designated in the

Specifications.

1.14 ACCESS BY GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

A. Authorized representatives of governmental agencies shall at all times have access to the Work where it is in preparation or progress. Contractor shall provide proper facilities for access and inspection.

1.15 WORK BY OTHERS

A. The following work will be performed by others:

1. No other work is anticipated at this facility during this project.

1.16 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

A. There are various utility lines in the vicinity of the work. The Contractor shall make every effort necessary to locate and to identify all utilities and to avoid any damage or disruption to existing operations. Furthermore, the Contractor shall provide any and all corrective measures or temporary equipment and facilities necessary to repair any damage or disruption to operations at no additional cost to the Owner.

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B. The Contractor shall refer to appropriate sections in Owner�s Standards Manual, Contract Drawings, and these Specifications for this project. In the event of conflict, the more stringent requirements shall apply.

1.17 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. The Contractor shall be aware that the entire wastewater treatment facility must be kept in service and accessible for the duration of the construction activities.

B. The Contractor shall coordinate use of premises with the Owner, Engineer, and other contractors. All conflicts over use of the premises shall be resolved without additional cost to the Owner.

C. The Contractor shall limit the use of the premises for the Work and shall accommodate:

1. Work by other contractors

2. Owner occupancy and operation of the existing facilities. Construction operations shall be coordinated with Owner and Engineer to minimize conflict and facilitate Owner�s use of existing facilities.

D. Coordinate use of premises with Owner. Owner may occupy facilities or obtain beneficial use of equipment and systems prior to Substantial Completion as defined in the Contract Documents.

E. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for security of all his and his subcontractor�s materials and equipment stored on the site.

F. If directed by the Owner or Engineer, the Contractor shall move any stored items that interfere with operations of Owner other contractors at no additional cost to the Owner.

G. The Contractor shall obtain and pay for use of additional storage or work areas if needed to perform the Work.

1.18 CONTRACTOR�S STAGING, STORAGE AND STOCKPILE AREA

A. A staging, storage, and stockpile area will be made available by the Owner at the project site. The Contractor is not allowed to store any equipment outside these limits.

1.19 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. The Contractor shall coordinate all construction operations with Owner and

Engineer to minimize conflict and to facilitate Owner usage.

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B. Owner will continue to occupy premises during performance of the Work for the conduct of his/her normal operations. The Contractor shall coordinate all construction operations with Owner and Engineer to minimize conflict.

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SECTION 01014

CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. This Project consists of work on property owned by Marion County (Owner).

B. The construction progress schedule required under Section 01300 shall reflect the conditions presented in this section.

C. See Sections 01410 for Testing and Laboratory Services and 01730 for Operation and Maintenance Data requirements and Divisions 11 through 16, inclusive, on specific equipment startup and testing requirements.

D. Any existing utilities to remain shall be protected. Any temporary facilities, materials, equipment, and labor required to ensure that no damage occurs shall be provided by the Contractor as part of the Work and at no additional cost to the

Owner.

1.02 DEFINITIONS AND TERMS

A. Construction Scheduling Constraints: Constraints for performance of the Work, required because of special sequencing with other parts of the Work, calendar time constraints and special testing, commissioning and procedures are identified in this Section. These constraints are in addition to the standard procedural constructions such as show and working drawings, testing, commissioning, training, etc. These constraints shall be included in the Contractor�s progress schedule.

B. Special Conditions: Certain special conditions related to performance of the Work are identified in this Section and shall be included in the Contractor�s progress schedule.

1.03 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor shall submit shop drawings and working drawings in accordance with

Section 01300.

1.04 SITE CONDITIONS

A. Several areas of construction under this Contract shall be coordinated with the

Plant Operating Personnel and accomplished in a logical order to maintain the process flow through the existing wastewater treatment plant and to allow

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construction to be completed within the time allowed by Contract Documents.

Coordinate the activities with the other contractors, if any, to allow orderly and timely completion of all the work.

B. When access through construction areas must be disrupted, provide alternate acceptable access for the plant operators or other contractors.

C. Various interconnections within the plant will depend on the closure of various valves and gates. Many of these valves and gates may not seal properly.

Coordinate with the Plant Operation Personnel prior to attempting any such closure and provide any corrective measure of temporary facilities necessary to attain the shut-off needed to perform the work at no additional cost to the Owner and without interrupting the plant operation.

D. Various interconnections within the plant may require temporary partial power shutdown. Coordinate with Plant Operating Personnel and/or utility authorities prior to attempting any such power shutdown. Furthermore, provide any corrective measure or temporary facilities necessary to perform the work at no additional cost to the Owner.

E. Where water is required in large quantity for preoperational testing or other use, Contractor shall purchase said water from the Owner. Contractor shall pay all fees and water usage charges. Plant water in relatively small quantities, if requested promptly by Contractor, may be available for limited use at the Plant Operators' discretion.

F. During Start-Up Testing, make available the manpower, equipment and manufacturer's representatives required to make any necessary adjustments and training.

1.05 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

A. The following construction sequence is for the Contractors consideration in developing the overall plan of construction. The list is not intended to release the

Contractor from the responsibility to coordinate the work in any manner which will ensure project completion within the time allowed. The Contractor shall provide a construction schedule that includes the proposed construction sequence.

1. All existing plant facilities will remain in operation during construction.

2. Verify all existing utilities prior to demolition and coordinate with operating staff prior to any temporary shut-downs.

3. Contractor to provide a temporary bypass plan to the Owner for review and must be approved prior to any shut-downs.

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4. Install a new positive displacement (PD) blower station with three (3) new

PD blowers. The existing blower station to be demolished after new blower station…