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Technical Specifications and Requirements Summary

This is a technical specifications document for a fixed-price demolition contract issued by Broward County Parks and Recreation Division for the removal of the Manatee Overlook Structure at Secret Woods Nature Center located at 2701 W State Road 84, Dania Beach, Florida. The project requires the complete demolition and removal of concrete and wood pilings, wood boardwalks, railings, metal beams, and observation deck platforms, with all debris disposed of in accordance with county and state requirements. The contractor must secure barge and crane services to remove pilings in their entirety, with no cutting or abandonment of sections permitted. Work is restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and non-holidays, with non-barge based work limited to a maximum of 49 consecutive calendar days. The park remains open to the public during construction, requiring the contractor to coordinate all work with county staff and minimize disruption to ongoing operations. All demolition activities must include dust control measures, pollution prevention systems, mangrove protection, and restoration of any areas damaged during construction. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all state, county, and municipal permits, with permit fees for non-county agencies included in the bid allowance and county permit fees paid directly by the county.

The contract structure includes nine line items: Mobilization (not to exceed 2% of total price), Premiums for Insurance and Bonds (not to exceed 3% of total price), General Conditions, Maintenance of Traffic, Piling and Observation Decks Removal, Boardwalk Removal, New Railings, Water Pollution Prevention, and Restoration of Site and Other Costs, with payment based on percentage of work completed and verified by the county project manager. Three regulatory permits are incorporated into the contract: Broward County Environmental Resource License DF20-1119 (expiring June 4, 2027), South Florida Water Management District Permit No. 06-103494-P (expiring June 5, 2027), and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Permit No. SAJ-2004-01775 (MOD-DLS) (expiring October 5, 2027). The contractor must comply with all permit conditions including manatee protection requirements, turbidity control, sea turtle and smalltooth sawfish protection measures, and watercraft operation restrictions. Contractors are required to submit a waste management plan one week prior to the pre-construction conference and maintain all demolition debris disposal records with receipts and manifests from licensed landfill and incinerator facilities.

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Technical Specifications for

Overlook Tower Demolition at

Secret Woods Nature Center

County Project No.: 422-25A

Prepared by:

Parks and Recreation Division

Parks Planning & Design Section

SECRET WOODS TOWER DEMOLITION

Table of Contents

Division 00 Procurement & Contracting Requirements 01 01 10 Table of Contents

Division 01 General Requirements 01 11 00 Summary of Work 01 22 00 Measurement and Payment 01 29 00 Payment Procedures 01 31 19 Preconstruction Meeting 01 74 00 Construction Waste Management 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures

Division 02 Existing Conditions 02 41 16 Building Demolition

Forms Document 017700D: Substantial Completion Punch List Form Document 017700E: Substantial Completion Form Document 017700F: Final Completion Request Form Document 017700G: Final Completion Readiness Form Document 017700H: Final Completion Date Form

Appendix A � Regulatory Agency Permits Broward County Environmental Resource Permit (DF20-1119) South Florida Water Management District Permit (No. 06-103494-P) US Army Corps of Engineers Permit (No. SAJ-2004-01775 (MOD-DLS)

Appendix B � Contractor Supplemental Site Plan

END TABLE of CONTENTS

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SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: Walkway and Observation Tower Demolition

Secret Woods Nature Center 2701 W State Road 84, Dania Beach, FL 33312

B. Owner's Representative: Parks and Recreation Division

County Project Manager: Parks Planning and Design Section

C. Refer to the BCF 170 or Notice to Proceed for contact information.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work set forth in this solicitation includes the furnishing of all labor, supervision, materials, tools, equipment, supplies, transportation and incidentals required for the permitting and demolition of the entire Secret Woods Nature Center – Manatee Overlook Structure and associated deck as detailed throughout the Contract Documents, as well as those required to meet specified codes, references, and standards.

B. Contractor shall remove the concrete and wood pilings entirely, all wood boardwalks and railings, metal beams and platforms. See plans for specific location of pilings to be removed and extent of wood boardwalk to be removed.

C. Contractor shall furnish and install materials to close remaining boardwalk ends with railings similar to existing railings.

D. Disposal of demolition debris shall be in accordance with County and State requirements and with the Construction Documents.

E. Contractor shall secure the use of a barge and crane as needed to remove pilings in their entirety.

Pilings may not be cut to abandon any sections in place.

F. Contractor shall secure the use of an off-site location to unload demolition debris from the barge and transfer for legal disposal.

G. Protection of mangroves and waterway shall be maintained at all times.

1.3 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Work hours shall comply with the Project Schedule requirements. Work may proceed from 7:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and non-holidays, unless otherwise indicated. No work is allowed on weekends or holidays without prior written permission from the County.

B. Contractor site access for non-barge based work is

a. restricted to areas specified in section 1.5.B.

b. restricted to a total time of 49 consecutive calendar days within the total days of specified contract time. Contractor shall specify a predetermined block of time in the submitted contract schedule.

C. Non-smoking: Smoking is not permitted within construction area, or the barge.

1.4 EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. The park is open to the public and in use every day except December 25. The Contractor is required to perform the work for their construction effort in a way that does not disturb ongoing operations. All work must be coordinated and scheduled with approval from County staff. The Contractor’s route through the park is designated in the plans and must be protected from public access.

B. The CONTRACTOR is required to perform the demolition effort in a way that the area not covered by the demolition is protected. Any area damaged or disturbed by the demolition effort in any way must

01 11 00 - 2 be repaired and brought to the condition it was found just prior to the demolition. All repairs must be done by the CONTRACTOR as part of this contract and all completed repairs and restoration must be approved by the County.

1.5 LIMITS OF CONSTRUCTION

A. The work set forth in the Contract Documents will be performed within the limits established in the site plan and any construction staging drawings. Contractor shall not work outside of the limits without written County approval.

B. Contractor access to the site for non-barge based work is restricted to the areas depicted on the Contractor Supplemental Site Plan included in Appendix B of the Project Manual. Non-barge based work areas are defined as areas beyond the limits of demolition shown on the project plans.

C. Contractor shall provide restroom facilities (port o let) for contractor/subcontractor personnel. Park restroom buildings will be in use and open to the public only.

1.6 COORDINATION OF WORK

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for the planning and scheduling, and coordination of all Work performed under the contract, so that materials will be removed on schedule and proceed without delay. Storage of materials will be allowed only in designated area secured for Contractor’s dumpster.

B. Coordinate completion and clean-up of work in preparation for Substantial Completion.

C. After County occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defective work and work not in accordance with the Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of County’s activities.

1.7 COOPERATION BETWEEN CONTRACTORS

A. The County reserves the right to contract for and perform other or additional construction on or near the Work covered by this Contract.

B. When separate contracts are let within or near the limits of the Project, the Contractor shall conduct its

Work so as not to interfere with or hinder the progress of completion of the construction performed by other Contractors. Contractors working on the same Project shall cooperate with each other as directed by the County.

C. The Contractor shall assume all liability, financial or otherwise, in connection with this Contract and shall protect and save harmless the County from any and all damages or claims.

D. The Contractor shall arrange its Work and shall place or dispose of the materials being used as not to interfere with the operations of the other Contractors within or near the limits of the Project. The Contractor shall join its Work with that of the others in an acceptable manner and shall perform it in proper sequence to that of the others.

1.8 TIME FOR PERFORMANCE

A. The work to be performed under this Contract shall be commenced upon issuance of the Notices to Proceed.

B. The time limits stated in the Contract Documents are the essence of the Contract. Refer to the BCF

170 for the Contract time for completion. The Contractor shall proceed expeditiously with adequate forces and shall achieve Substantial Completion within the time for completion.

C. County will impose Liquidated Damages, per the contract terms and conditions, for any delays, beyond excusable extensions, to the project schedule specified above.

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1.9 DISCREPANCIES, INTERPRETATION AND OMISSIONS

A. Contractor shall bring any apparent discrepancies to the attention of the County and Consultant for resolution prior to commencing with the Work. Contractor shall use a Request for Information (RFI) form to communicate discrepancies and receive direction.

B. Should conflict occur between the Code requirements and the Contract Documents, the Contractor is deemed to have based the bid upon the more expensive method of performing the Work.

1.10 PERMITS AND FEES

A. Government Agencies

a. Contractor shall obtain all State, County and Municipal permits.

b. All permit fees to non-county agencies will be paid by the Contractor from allowance items included within the bid. County will pay for all permit fees to County Agencies. Contractor is responsible for all failed inspection fees.

c. Contractor is required to maintain all permits in an active status. Any permit that expires shall be reactivated by the contractor at no additional cost to the owner.

B. Regulatory Agency Permits

a. Permits issued by regulatory agencies for work under this contract are as follows:

i. South Florida Water Management District Permit Application No. 250310-50959. Permit

No. 06-13494-P, expiration date of June 5, 2027. Original Permit No. 06-04843-P.

ii. Broward County Engineering and Permitting Division; Environment Recourse License

No. DF20-1119 extended to June 4, 2027.

iii. US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE); Department of the Army permit No SAJ-2004-

01775 issued October 5, 2020 expiring October 5, 2027.

b. Regulatory agency permits, inclusive of all cited general and specific conditions, referenced in

Paragraph B.a above are hereby incorporated into the Contract Documents.

c. Copies of all permits referenced in Paragraph B.a above are provided as Appendix A. It is required that the Contractor completely review and provide all necessary labor, services, equipment, supplies, and materials to comply with all permit conditions.

d. Drawings included with or attached to the referenced permits are for depiction purposes only and shall not be referred to for the purposes of constructing the Project.

C. Contractor shall obtain any and all vessel certifications and/or approvals that may be required to operate in waterways.

1.11 NOTICES

In conformance with the requirements of the General Conditions all notices or other documents or pa-pers required to be delivered by the Contractor to the Owner.

1.12 SAFEGUARDING THE WORK

The Contractor shall safeguard all existing and known Property corners, monuments, and marks adja-cent to but not related to the work and shall bear the cost of re-establishing them if disturbed or de-stroyed. Contractor shall also safeguard all points, stakes, grade marks, monuments and bench marks made or established on the work, bear the cost of re-establishing them if disturbed and bear the cost of rectifying work improperly installed due to not maintaining or protecting or to removing without au-thorization such established points, stakes and marks.

1.13 PERMITS AND LICENSES

Before staring work, the Contractor shall obtain and pay for all required licenses and permits as out-lined in 01 11 00 Summary of Work.

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1.14 USE OF EXPLOSIVES

A. Use of explosives of any type is not allowed.

B. No blasting shall be performed.

1.15 USE OF PARK STREETS

A. The use of park streets, parking lots, and sidewalks shall be such as to provide a minimum of incon-venience to the public and maintenance workers. Any earth or other spoil material spilled from trucks shall be removed immediately by the Contractor and the streets cleaned to the satisfaction of the Coun-

ty. Equipment and materials shall not be stored in the right-of-way.

B. A dedicated location to be used by the Contractor for a dumpster shall be protected for public access by the Contractor. This location will be discussed at the Pre-Construction meeting.

1.16 DUST CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall provide sufficient dust control during the operation of the work.

B. Use of adjacent waters to control dust may be used if approved by the Park Manager.

C. The Contractor shall employ and maintain measures to prevent debris and pollutants from floating down the waterways. Any trash or debris encountered in the mangroves shall be removed.

1.17 SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for having determined, prior to the submission of the bid, the na-ture and location of the work, the conformation of the ground, the character and quality of the substra-ta, the types and quantity of materials to be encountered, the nature of the ground water conditions, the character of equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during the execution of the work, the general and local conditions and all other matters which can in any way affect the work under this con-tract. The prices established for the work to be done will reflect all costs pertaining to the work. Any claims for extras based on substrata or ground water table conditions will not be allowed.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for any expenses related to the use of a barge or water crane in-cluding but not limited to rental, docking, and temporary access from an adjacent location.

1.18 MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC

A. Water traffic in the New River Canal shall be maintained at all times. This is an active water way and cannot be obstructed.

B. The Contractor shall protect the demolition work area by the erection of suitable barricades, where re-quired. The Contractor shall also comply with all laws or ordinances covering the protection of such work and the safety measures to be employed therein. The Contractor shall carry out the work so as not to deny access to the private property. All utility access manholes, valves, fire hydrants and letter boxes shall always be kept accessible.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 22 00 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The Work set forth in this Project shall include the furnishing of all labor, supervision, materials, tools, equipment, supplies, transportation and incidentals necessary to complete the work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

B. No separate payment will be made for any item that is not specifically set forth in the line items below and all costs therefore shall be included in prices named in Bid Schedule for various appurtenant items of work.

C. Vendors must bid all line items, options, alternates and groups in order to be considered for award.

D. The County reserves the right to award none, all or any combination of alternates and options as is in the best interest of the County and based upon the availability of funds.

1.2 MOBILIZATION (LUMP SUM)

A. This line item includes all expenses not specifically listed below but required by the Contract Documents to commence construction such as construction trailer, temporary fencing, temporary utilities, temporary signage and barriers, storage, sanitary facilities, erosion and pollution controls, etc. Payment will be based upon the lump sum price for the mobilization paid as a percentage completed, upon verification by the Consultant.

B. The cost for this line item is not to exceed 2% of the Total Price. This is not a matter of responsiveness, it is merely an instruction to the Vendor/Contractor. Any amount in excess of 2% of the Total Price will be moved under the General Conditions line item and will be paid under the same conditions as the General Conditions. Moving the amount from one-line item to another will not change the Total Price.

1.3 PREMIUMS FOR INSURANCE AND BONDS (LUMP SUM)

A. This line item includes all premiums required to obtain and maintain the required insurance, payment bonds and performance bonds required for this Project. Payment will be based upon the lump sum price paid as a percentage completed, upon verification by the Consultant or County Project Manager.

B. The cost for this line item is not to exceed 3% of the Total Price. This is not a matter of responsiveness, it is merely an instruction to the Vendor/Contractor. Any amount in excess of 3% of the Total Price will be moved under the General Conditions line item and will be paid under the same conditions as the General Conditions. Moving the amount to from one-line item to another will not change the Total Price.

1.4 GENERAL CONDITIONS (LUMP SUM)

This line item includes, but is not limited to, all expenses which are not included in the other line items yet are required by the Contract Documents, such as supervision including a Superintendent that will be at this jobsite on a full-time, project management, permit attainment time, overhead, etc. Payment will be based upon the lump sum price paid as a percentage of the project completed, upon verification by the Consultant or County Project Manager.

1.5 MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC (LUMP SUM)

This line item includes, but is not limited to, all items shown in the Contract Documents for the labor, temporary barriers, signs, barricades, warning lights, temporary site lighting, and all other devices needed to manage vehicular, marine, and pedestrian movement during all phases of the construction. Costs

01 22 00 - 2 associated with project phasing are to be included with this pay item. Payment for this item will be based upon the lump sum price for this work paid as a percentage of the item completed, upon verification by the County Project Manager.

1.6 PILING AND OBSERVATION DECKS REMOVAL (LUMP SUM)

This line item includes, but is not limited to, removal and disposal of all pilings (concrete, wood) and the partially constructed observation decks. Includes all labor, materials, equipment, barge rental, slip rental, crane rental, and tools required to complete the task and legally dispose of demolition debris. Payment of this item will be based upon the lump sum price for this work paid as a percentage of the item completed, upon verification by the County Project Manager.

1.7 BOARDWALK REMOVAL (LUMP SUM)

This line item includes, but is not limited to, removal and disposal of all wood boardwalks including decking, railings, supports, and any temporary bracing and all other associated components. Includes all labor, materials, equipment, and tools required to complete the task and legally dispose of demolition debris. Payment of this item will be based upon the lump sum price for this work paid as a percentage of the item completed, upon verification by the County Project Manager.

1.8 NEW RAILINGS (LUMP SUM)

This line item includes, but is not limited to, all items, labor, materials, tools, and equipment needed to construct end railings the ends of existing boardwalk sections to remain. Payment of this item will be based upon the lump sum price for this work paid as a percentage of the item completed, upon verification by the County Project Manager.

1.9 WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION (LUMP SUM)

This line item includes, but is not limited to, all items shown in the Contract Documents for the deployment and continuous maintenance of the materials and devices associated with waterway pollution prevention system plans. Payment of this item will be based upon the lump sum price for this work paid as a percentage of the item completed, upon verification by the County Project Manager.

1.10 RESTORATION OF SITE AND OTHER COSTS (LUMP SUM)

This line item includes the repairs and restoration of any existing areas damaged during construction, including but not limited to replacing all damaged or removed sod and landscaping adjacent to the construction limits, fence reinstallation, asphalt repairs, etc., and the cost of all other items required to complete the project not specified in items 1.2 thru 1.9. Payment of this item will be based upon the lump sum price for this work paid as a percentage of the item completed, upon verification by the County Project Manager.

PART 2 - ALLOWANCES

2.1 NON-BROWARD COUNTY AGENCIES

A. An allowance has been included for the reimbursement of all non-Broward County Board of County Commissioners issued permit and inspection fees, Special Inspector fees, certificates of occupancy, certificates of completion, and fees required of the various utility providers and water districts. Refer to the allowances section of the Special Instructions for Vendors for further information.

B. County shall not be responsible for payment of failed inspection fees or permit expediting services.

C. Refer to the Summary of Work section for additional information.

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2.2 BROWARD COUNTY AGENCIES

A. All permit and inspection fees, certificates of occupancy, certificates of completion, and fees required of the departments of Broward County Board of County Commissioners, such as those of the Building Code Services Division and Water Management Division, shall be excluded from the Contractor’s line item prices and the Contract Sum. These costs will be paid directly between County agencies. Refer to the Public Bid Disclosure section of the Special Instructions for Vendors.

B. County shall not be responsible for payment of failed inspection fees or permit expediting services.

C. Contractor shall notify the County Project Manager once the fees have been tabulated and shall provide a copy of the permit and fee invoices for direct payment between the County departments. Upon payment verification, Contractor can proceed with the Work.

D. Refer to the Summary of Work section for additional information.

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SECTION 01 29 00 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and process Applications for Payment. Refer to Division 1 for administrative requirements governing preparation and submittal of Contractor's Construction Schedule and Submittals Schedule.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Schedule of Values: A statement furnished by Contractor allocating portions of the Contract Sum to various portions of the Work and used as the basis for reviewing Contractor's Applications for Payment.

1.4 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation of the Schedule of Values with preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

1. Correlate line items in the Schedule of Values with other required administrative forms and schedules, including the following:

a. Application for Payment forms with Continuation Sheets.

b. Submittals Schedule.

c. Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Submit the Schedule of Values to County’s Project Manager at earliest possible date but no less than 10 days before the date scheduled for submittal of initial Applications for Payment.

B. Format and Content: Use the Project Manual Measurement and payment section 01 22 00 as a guide to establish line items for the Schedule of Values.

1. Identification: Include the following Project identification on the Schedule of Values:

a. Contract name, number and location.

b. Name of Consultant or County Project Manager.

c. Contractor's name and address.

d. Date of submittal.

2. Submit draft of AIA Document G702 /G703 Continuation Sheets.

3. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of

Applications for Payment and progress reports. Coordinate with the Project Manual table of contents. Provide several line items for principal subcontract amounts, where appropriate.

4. Round amounts to nearest whole dollar; total shall equal the Contract Sum.

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5. Temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actual work-in-place shall be distributed as general overhead expense as Contractor's General Conditions. Payment will be made based on actual percentage of project completed on a monthly basis.

1.5 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Each Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments as certified by Consultant, County’s Field Inspector and County Project Manager and paid for by County.

1. Initial Application for Payment, Application for Payment at time of Substantial Completion, and final Application for Payment involve additional requirements.

2. Each Application shall include the following attachments in hard copy and electronic formats:

a. County’s Cover sheet including contract name, number and date

b. BCF 170 requirements such as release of liens from previous payment application or

Consent of Surety

c. AIA Document G702 and AIA Document G703 Continuation Sheets

d. Compliance with minimum recycling requirements of the Contract

e. Updated Project Schedule and Catch up work plan (if behind schedule)

f. Backup for any allowance reimbursements

g. Backup for any project delays

h. CBE Goal participation reports

i. Copies of all testing and special inspection reports

j. Security Affidavit

B. Payment Application Times: The date for each progress payment and period of construction Work covered by each Application for Payment.

C. Payment Application Forms: AIA Document G702 and AIA Document G703 Continuation Sheets as form for Applications for Payment.

D. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on form. Notarize and execute by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor. Consultant or County’s Project Manager will return incomplete applications without action.

1. Entries shall match data on the Schedule of Values and Contractor's Construction Schedule.

Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts of Change Orders and Construction Change Directives issued before last day of construction period covered by application.

E. Transmittal: Submit one signed and notarized original copy of Application for Payment to County’s Project Manager by electronic mail ensuring receipt within 24 hours.

F. County Business Enterprise (CBE) Forms: With each Application for Payment, submit partial schedule of CBE subcontractor, subconsultant and supplier Monthly Utilization Report (MUR), if required.

G. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of first Application for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors and sub-consultants.

2. Schedule of Values.

3. Contractor's Construction Schedule (preliminary if not final).

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4. Submittal Schedule (preliminary if not final).

5. List of Contractor's staff assignments.

6. Copies of building permits.

7. Copies of authorizations and licenses from authorities having jurisdiction for performance of the

Work.

8. Report of pre-construction conference.

9. Invoice or receipts for the contract’s certificates of insurance, insurance and builder’s risk policies.

10. Invoice or receipt for the contracts’ performance and payment bonds.

H. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: After issuing the Certificate of Substantial Completion, submit an Application for Payment showing 100 percent completion for portion of the Work claimed as substantially complete.

1. Include documentation supporting claim that the Work is substantially complete and a statement showing an accounting of changes to the Contract Sum.

2. This application shall reflect Certificates of Partial Substantial Completion issued previously for

County occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

I. Final Payment Application: Submit final Application for Payment with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted, including, but not limited, to the following:

1. Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements.

2. Final, liquidated damages settlement statement, if applicable.

3. Final CBE Utilization Report Along with payment affidavits from each Broward County certified CBE subcontractor, subconsultant and supplier, if required by Contract.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

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SECTION 01 31 19 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. COUNTY will schedule a pre-construction conference to be attended by the Contractor’s Superintendent, Contractor’s Project Manager, Consultant, County Project Manager, County Inspector, and subconsultants of the Contractor. This conference will be scheduled by the County Project Manager after award of the Contract and prior to the second Notice to Proceed. County Project Manager will distribute an agenda and preside over the conference.

B. The purpose of conference is to designate responsible personnel, establish working relationships, discuss schedules submitted by Contractor, and review administrative and procedural requirements for the Project. Matters requiring coordination will be discussed and procedures for handling such matters will be established.

C. At least two business days prior to the conference, submit the following schedules to the County Project Manager:

1. Progress Schedule.

2. Schedule of Submittals.

3. Schedule of Values.

4. Security/background check affidavit(s).

D. CONTRACTOR shall provide information required and contribute appropriate items for discussion. CONTRACTOR shall bring to the conference the following, with sufficient number of copies for each attendee:

1. Progress Schedule.

2. Schedule of Submittals.

3. Schedule of Values.

4. List of emergency contact information including the Contractor’s Owner, Superintendent and Project Manager.

5. Name, contact information and qualifications for the Contractor’s third party testing, inspecting and certifying agency, special inspector and/or professional engineer.

1.2 AGENDA

A. Items to be discussed at the pre-construction conference include:

1. Designation of key personnel and their duties for the Consultant, County and Contractor

2. Construction schedule and required updates

3. Schedule of Values

4. Communication chain of command between the Contractor, County and Consultant

5. Time for Completion and Delays

6. Notices to Proceed

7. Authorities having jurisdiction

8. Coordination of Work and other on-site projects

9. Liquidated Damages

10. Background screening requirements and affidavit submittals

11. Payment requests and retainage

12. Pass-thru requirements

13. Progress meeting schedule

14. Pre-installation meeting requirements and schedule

15. Project and Contractor’s Signage requirements and limitations

16. Media inquiries

17. Contractor’s Safety Program, OSHA, first aid and confined space requirements, as applicable

18. Plan to prevent, control and reduce erosion and water pollution, if applicable

19. Site security requirements

20. Insurance

21. Prevailing Wages or Davis-Bacon Act requirements, if applicable

22. Broward County and/or federal small business reporting requirements

23. Utility provider and outages

24. Office, work and storage areas

25. Daily waste removal, recycling and hazardous materials

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26. Mobilization

27. Site restrictions such as noise, traffic, work hours, site access, water, power, parking, etc.

28. County program requirements such as workforce

29. Deliveries; County will not accept deliveries on behalf of the Contractor

30. Record drawings/as-builts

31. Shop drawing submittal requirements

32. Approved equal submittals

33. Sample submittal requirements

34. Requests for Information (RFI) submittal requirements

35. Updates to the construction schedule

36. Change orders

37. Site restoration

38. Any other project-specific requirements

39. Warranty

40. Protection of adjacent work and property

B. County will record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements, including required corrective measures and actions.

C. County will distribute minutes of the meeting to the attendees.

PART 2 – NOT USED

PART 3 – NOT USED

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SECTION 01 74 00 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

1.1 SCOPE

A. Administrative and procedural requirements for the following:

1. Salvaging nonhazardous waste.

2. Recycling nonhazardous waste.

3. Disposing of nonhazardous waste.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Refer to Drawings for layout and components.

B. Refer to Division 1 section for additional references and definitions.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Construction Waste: Building and site improvement materials and other solid waste resulting from demolition, construction, remodeling, renovation, or repair operations. Construction waste includes packaging.

B. Demolition Waste: Building and site improvement materials resulting from demolition operations.

C. Disposal: Removal off-site of demolition and construction waste and subsequent sale, recycling, reuse, or deposit in landfill or incinerator acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Recycle: Recovery of demolition or construction waste for subsequent processing in preparation for reuse.

E. Salvage: Recovery of demolition or construction waste and subsequent sale or reuse in another facility.

F. Salvage and Reuse: Recovery of demolition or construction waste and subsequent incorporation into the Work.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. General: Provide a waste management plan that uses a legal landfill or salvage of materials.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Waste Management Plan: Submit a plan not less than one week before the Pre-Construction Conference.

B. Landfill and Incinerator Disposal Records: Provide receipts and acceptance of waste by landfills and incinerator facilities licensed to accept same. Include manifests, weight tickets, receipts, and invoices.

1.6 WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN

A. General: Develop a construction waste trash plan including separate sections in plan for waste.

B. Identify construction haulers and recyclers to handle the designated materials.

C. Identify location of receiving agent.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION

A. General: Implement waste management plan as approved by Consultant and Owner. Acceptance by Project Consultant and Owner does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility of compliance with

01 74 00 - 2 applicable environmental regulations. Provide handling, containers, storage, signage, transportation and other items as required to implement waste management plan during the entire duration of the Contract.

B. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct waste management operations to ensure minimum interference with Park Operations and Maintenance.

3.2 DISPOSAL OF WASTE

A. General: Remove and transport waste materials from Project site and legally dispose of them in a landfill or incinerator acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and the city where the project is located.

1. Except as otherwise specified, do not allow waste materials that are to be disposed of accumulate on-site.

2. Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces and areas.

B. Burning: Do not burn waste materials.

C. Disposal: Transport waste materials off County's property and legally dispose of them.

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SECTION 01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Broward County Form (BCF) 170 for fixed construction projects.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout.

1.3 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise County PM of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Obtain and submit releases permitting County unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases.

a. Any project where a Broward County Surface Water or a South Broward Drainage

District permit has been issued, a construction certification by the Civil Engineer of Record and approval by associated agencies will be required before the building department will issue a certificate of occupancy.

b. Contractor shall be responsible for meeting all contract requirements to obtain such approval within the timeframe stipulated in the contract. Failure on the part of the Contractor to secure timely approval will result in assessment of liquidation damages owed to the owner for any resulting delays.

4. Prepare and submit the Project Record Documents, Final Completion construction photographs, property surveys, and similar final record information.

5. Terminate and remove temporary facilities from Project site, along with mockups, construction tools, and similar elements.

6. Submit changeover information related to Owner's occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

7. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

8. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. Upon receipt of request, Consultant or County Project Manager will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. Consultant or County Project Manager will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by Consultant or County Project Manager, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Re-inspection: Request re-inspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

C. Surface Water License Final Certification: Special attention is called to the As-Built requirements of the Drainage License Certification. South Broward Water Control District and South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) require that all proposed grade designations be verified and as-built with a surveyed measurement. All utilities new must be documented.

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1. Provide an As-Built Survey signed and sealed by the Professional Surveyor of Record (original surveyor) indicating the actual elevations of all of the spots where proposed elevations are shown on the plans.

2. As-built surveys shall be submitted to the Civil Engineer of Record for review and certification prior to submittal to the permitting agencies. Contractor is responsible for timely submittal of the as-built surveys to the civil engineer and to the permitting agencies. Any delays to project completion caused by incomplete or delayed as-built will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

No additional time or extension to the project schedule will be granted for as-builts, and the Contractor will be responsible for liquidated damages caused by its delays.

3. Electronic As-builts: All updated as-built information shall be drafted into electronic format by the Professional Surveyor of Record (original surveyor). The Consultant or County Project Manager will provide the base sheet electronic files for the project in .dwg format. All as-built information shall be transferred to the drawings and the electronic files delivered back to the Consultant and Owner in .dwg or other compatible format.

a. The electronic as-builts shall be clearly marked “As-Builts” and the modified information shall be clearly indicated.

b. The characteristics of the electronic files (file naming, layer structure, font configuration, etc.) shall be organized and neat and shall be approved by the Owner.

1.4 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

1. Submit a final Application for Payment according to Division 1.

2. Submit certified copy of Consultant's Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by the Consultant or County Project Manager. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

3. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

4. Submit pest-control final inspection report and warranty, if applicable.

5. Instruct Owner's personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems. Submit demonstration and training videotapes.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, Consultant or County Project Manager will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. Consultant or County Project Manager will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Re-inspection: Request re-inspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. If more than one final completion inspection is required, the Contractor will be responsible for paying the Consultant for all additional inspections and punch list preparation required by the Consultant to verify compliance. Final payment application will not be processed until all items have been completed, closeout documentation completed, and re-inspection fees paid.

1.5 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Preparation: Submit a pdf electronic copy of the list. Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction. Use Document 017700D: Substantial Completion Punch List Form.

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B.

1. Organize list of spaces in sequential order, starting with exterior areas first and proceeding from lowest floor to highest floor.

2. Organize items applying to each space by major element, including categories for ceiling, individual walls, floors, equipment, and building systems.

3. Include the following information at the top of each page:

a. Contract name and number

b. Date

c. Name of Consultant or County Project Manager

d. Name of Contractor

e. Page number

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. Provide final cleaning of the Work at time indicated, consisting of cleaning each surface and unit of Work to a clean, neat and sanitary condition expected of a high-class building or amenity.

B. After final cleaning, the Owner shall not need to provide any additional cleaning in order to immediately open the Project to use by the public and tenants.

C. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project. The following are the minimum cleaning requirements, but not by way of limitation, of cleaning levels required:

a. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

b. Sweep paved areas broom clean. Remove petrochemical spills, stains, and other foreign deposits.

c. Rake grounds that are neither planted nor paved to a smooth, even-textured surface.

d. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

e. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing natural weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition.

f. Vacuum carpet and similar soft surfaces, removing debris and excess nap; shampoo if visible soil or stains remain.

g. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

h. Refer to the Construction Cleaning section for additional direction.

i. Remove temporary protection devices and facilities that were installed during the course of the Work such as barricades, temporary fencing and caution signage.

3.2 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

A. Refer to Section 02 42 00 Construction Waste Management for further disposal instructions.

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SECTION 02 41 16 BUILDING DEMOLITION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. This Section requires removal and disposal off site, of the following:

1. Building structures as indicated on drawings, including salvageable items that the Contractor will remove at start of work if any are designated as such.

2. Any temporary earthen (soil) bridge and fill areas constructed as necessary to complete the demolition work to limits indicated on the drawings.

3. Building foundations and supporting piles removed entirely.

4. Wood boardwalks, handrails, pile supports, wood porches, observation decks, and wood bridges, as shown on the drawings.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Refer to Drawings for layout and components.

B. Refer to Division One Sections for additional references and definitions.

1.3 JOB CONDITIONS

A. Occupancy: Structures to be demolished are vacated and use has been suspended prior to start of work.

B. If asbestos or other hazardous material is encountered on site, the Contractor is to stop work in the area of discovery and notify Project Consultant and Owner immediately. In cases where there is an immediate health hazard to persons on, or off site, the Contractor should act to immediately alleviate the emergency.

1.4 CONDITION OF STRUCTURES

A. Owner assumes no responsibility for actual condition of structures to be demolished.

B. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Handle waste materials as specified in Section 01 74 00 Construction Waste Management.

1.6 SALVAGED MATERIALS

A. Contractor shall separate and box all salvaged stainless steel nuts, bolts, and washers. This salvaged hardware shall remain in County�s possession. Contractor shall coordinate delivery of the boxed hardware to the County.

B. Contractor shall take possession of all other items of salvageable value. Transport salvaged items from site as they are removed.

C. Storage or sale of removed items will not be permitted on site.

1.7 EXPLOSIVES AND BURNING

A. Use of explosives will not be permitted.

B. Fire(s) and burning of debris will not be permitted.

1.8 TRAFFIC

A. Conduct demolition operations and removal of debris to ensure minimum interference with use of New River Canal, roads, walks, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.

B. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other occupied or used facilities without permission from authorities having jurisdiction. Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by governing regulations.

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1.9 PROTECTIONS

A. Ensure safe passage of persons around area of demolition. Conduct operations to prevent damage to adjacent buildings, structures, and other facilities and injury to persons.

1. Erect temporary pathways as required by authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Provide shoring, bracing, or support to prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of structures to be demolished.

1.10 DAMAGES

A. Promptly repair damages caused to adjacent facilities by demolition operations.

1.11 UTILITY SERVICES

A. Maintain existing utilities indicated to stay in service and protect against damage during demolition operations.

B. Do not interrupt existing utilities serving adjacent occupied or used facilities, except when authorized in writing by authorities having jurisdiction. Provide temporary services during interruptions to existing utilities, as acceptable to governing authorities.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 DEMOLITION

A. Pollution Controls: Use water sprinkling, temporary enclosures, and other suitable methods to limit dust and dirt rising and scattering in air. Comply with governing regulations pertaining to environmental protection.

B. Clean adjacent structures of dust, dirt and debris caused by demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing prior to start of work.

C. Install barriers in New River Canal to prevent pollution of water way and maintain debris in controlled area. All debris shall be removed by Contractor prior to the removal of pollution control barriers.

3.2 BUILDING DECONSTRUCTION

A. Inspect and evaluate existing materials indicated for reuse on site, as applicable.

B. Disassemble existing construction scheduled to be removed for recycling or reuse.

C. Salvage materials for recycling and reuse as desired.

3.3 BUILDING DEMOLITION

A. Demolish buildings completely and remove from site. Use such methods as required to complete work within limitations of governing regulations.

B. Small structures may be removed intact when acceptable to Owner and approved by authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Piles and metal beams are to be removed through the use of a barge and crane. All wood components from the deck, walkway, boardwalk, or railings may be removed through land.

3.4 BELOW-GRADE CONSTRUCTION

A. Remove all associated piles entirely. No cut pieces are permitted to remain.

3.5 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS

A. General: Remove promptly site-accumulated debris, rubbish and other materials resulting from demolition operations.

B. Burning of combustible materials from demolished structures will not be permitted on site.

C. Removal: Transport materials removed from demolished structures and recycle or legally dispose off site.

Document 017700D: Substantial Completion Punch List Form

017700D

Contract No.:

Inspection Date:

Project Title: Full Project Facility Name: Designated Portion (Attach Description) Contractor:

Prepared by:

Date:

Preliminary Punch List Final (Edited) Punch List

Photos of the Above Punch List Items:

Document 017700E: Substantial Completion Form

017700E

Instructions for Consultant’s Use: Provide this completed letter to establish the Date of Substantial Completion of the Work or a designated portion thereof.

To:

(Contract Administrator)

Dan West, Contract Administrator Contractor’s Request No.:

Contract No.: Full Project Contract Title.: Designated Portion (Attach Description) Facility Name:

Contractor:

On we completed the Substantial Completion Inspection for the project, or designated portion thereof, listed above.

I hereby certify that the Contractor achieved Substantial Completion and the Project, or designated portion thereof, was ready for beneficial occupancy on the following date: _______________________________

The date of Substantial Completion is the last date of Substantial Completion for this project, or a designated portion thereof, requested by the Contractor pursuant to the request number listed above. Evidence is provided by our signatures below that the Consultant and Contractor agree that this project was ready for Beneficial Occupancy by the Owner for its intended purpose on the date of Substantial Completion listed above.

The Parks and Recreation Division is hereby advised to submit required forms to (a) advise the Risk Management Division of the required change of insurance for this completed portion of the Work (b) and transfer…

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