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Solicitation No. 12035518Q0001 FY18 Schleichart Range Pipeline and Cox Spring Development/Custer-Gallatin NF Attachments, Page 1 of 47

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Wage Rate Requirements (Construction) Statute: If this is a contract in excess of $2,000, the Wage Rate Requirements (Construction) statute requires the Contractor to pay certain minimum wages and benefits to employees working under this contract. These required minimum wages are stated in the attached Wage Decision. Pursuant to Executive Order 13658, the minimum hourly wage rate required to be paid to workers performing on, or in connection with, contracts and subcontracts subject to FAR Subpart 22.19, is at least $10.35 per hour beginning January 1, 2018 , and annually thereafter, an amount determined by the Secretary of Labor. See FAR Subpart 22.19.

The following attachments are a part of this solicitation and any resulting contract.

J- 1 Wage Rate Decision No. SD180001, Mod. 1, dated 04/06/2018, 6 pages.

J- 2 Standard Specifications

“Standard Specifications for Construction of Range Water Distribution Systems” are included in this solicitation. The requirements contained in these specifications are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

The following Standard Specifications are applicable to this contract.

Section No. Description

101 Abbreviations 102 Definitions 103 Intent of Contract 104 Summary of Work 106 Measurement and Payment 151 Mobilization 170 Construction Staking 201 Clearing and Grubbing 202 Excavation, Backfilling, and Compaction 203 Water Bars 302 Pipe Installation and Appurtenant Equipment 303 Top Soiling, Seeding, and Mulching 304 Waterline Pressure Test (Pressure) 306 Fiberglass Stock Water Tank Specifications 307 Fiberglass Stock Water Tank Installation 308 Pressure Pit Construction 309 Submersibe Pump Construction 310 Pitless Adapter Unit Construction 350 Spring Development Drawing 401 Distribution Line Intersection Assemply Drawing 404 Drain Assembly Drawing 405 Stop and Waste Valve Assembly Drawing 409 Pressure Reducer Assembly

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Drawing 414 Stock Water Tank Assembly Drawing 415 Pitless Adapter and Pump Assembly Schleichart Pipeline Notes Cox Spring Development

Note: Any additional specifications referenced in the above specifications are also applicable to this contract.

J- 3 Project Drawings (see separate document)

The following Project Drawings are applicable to this contract and are physically included in this section.

Sheet No. Description

1 Title Sheet 2 Aerial Map - Schleichart Range Pipeline Project 3 Aerial Map – Cox Spring Development Project 4 Project Area Map – Schleichart Range Pipeline Project 5 Project Area Map – Cox Spring Development Project

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Wage Rate Decision No. SD180001, Mod. 1, dated 04/06/2018

General Decision Number: SD180001 04/06/2018 SD1

Superseded General Decision Number: SD20170001

State: South Dakota

Construction Types: Heavy and Highway

Counties: South Dakota Statewide.

HEAVY AND HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Note: Under Executive Order (EO) 13658, an hourly minimum wage of $10.35 for calendar year 2018 applies to all contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act for which the contract is awarded (and any solicitation was issued) on or after January 1, 2015. If this contract is covered by the EO, the contractor must pay all workers in any classification listed on this wage determination at least $10.35 per hour (or the applicable wage rate listed on this wage determination, if it is higher) for all hours spent performing on the contract in calendar year 2018. The EO minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually.

Please note that this EO applies to the above-mentioned types of contracts entered into by the federal government that are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act itself, but it does not apply to contracts subject only to the Davis-Bacon Related Acts, including those set forth at 29 CFR 5.1(a)(2)-(60). Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the EO is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

Modification Number Publication Date

0 01/05/2018

1 04/06/2018

* SUSD2018-001 03/20/2018

Rates Fringes

CARPENTER.................................. $ 27.96 0.00

CONCRETE FINISHER................ $ 21.41 0.00

ELECTRICIAN.............................. $ 26.42 3.85

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LABORER

Group 1..................................... $ 18.86 0.00

Group 2..................................... $ 17.51 0.00

Group 3..................................... $ 18.95 0.00

Group 5..................................... $ 27.96 0.00

Group 6..................................... $ 21.41 0.00

LABORER CLASSIFICATIONS:

GROUP 1: Air Tool Operator; Common Laborer; Landscape Worker, Flagger, Pilot Car Driver;

Trucks under 26,000 GVW; Blue-top Checker, Materials Checker.

GROUP 2: Mechanic Tender; Pipe Layer (except culvert); Form Builder Tender; Special Surface Finish Applicator; Striping.

GROUP 3: Asphalt Plant Tender; Pile Driver Leadsman; Form Setter, Oiler/Greaser.

GROUP 5: Form Builder

GROUP 6: Grade Checker

PAINTER...................................... $ 21.41 0.00

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR:

Group 1.................................... $ 20.62 0.00

Group 2.................................... $ 20.66 0.00

Group 3.................................... $ 22.02 0.00

Group 4.................................... $ 23.79 0.00

Group 5.................................... $ 24.77 0.00

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS CLASSIFICATIONS

GROUP 1: Concrete Paving Cure Machine; Concrete Paving Joint Sealer; Conveyor; Tractor (farm type with attachments); Self-Propelled Broom; Concrete Routing Machine; Paver Feeder;

Pugmill; Skid Steer.

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GROUP 2: Bull Dozer 80 HP or less; Front End Loader 1.25 CY or less; Self-Propelled Roller (except Hot Mix); Sheepsfoot/50 Ton Pneumatic Roller; Pneumatic Tire Tractor or Crawler (includes Water Wagon and Power Spray Units); Wagon Drill; Air Trac; Truck Type Auger;

Concrete Paving Saw.

GROUP 3: Asphalt Distributor; Bull Dozer over 80 HP; Concrete Paving Finishing Machine;

Backhoes/Excavators 20 tons or less; Crusher (may include internal screening plant); Front End Loader over 1.25 CY; Rough Motor Grader; Self-Propelled Hot Mix Roller; Push Tractor; Euclid or Dumpster; Material Spreader; Rumble Strip Machine.

GROUP 4:Asphalt Paving Machine Screed; Asphalt Paving Machine;

Cranes/Derricks/Draglines/Pile Drivers/Shovels 30 to 50 tons; Backhoes/Excavators 21 to 40 tons; Maintenance Mechanic; Scrapers; Concrete Pump Truck.

GROUP 5:Asphalt Plant; Concrete Batch Plant; Backhoes/Excavators over 40 tons;

Cranes/Derricks/Draglines/Pile Drivers/Shovels over 50 tons; Heavy Duty Mechanic; Finish Motor Grader; Automatic Fine Grader; Milling Machine; Bridge Welder.

TRUCK DRIVER

Group 1...................................... $ 21.46 0.00

Group 2..................................... $ 21.66 4.22

TRUCK DRIVERS CLASSIFICATIONS

GROUP 1: Tandem Truck without trailer or pup; Single Axle Truck over 26,000 GVW with trailer.

GROUP 2: Semi-Tractor and Trailer; Tandem Truck with Pup.

WELDERS - Receive rate prescribed for craft performing operation to which welding is incidental.

Note: Executive Order (EO) 13706, Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors applies to all contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act for which the contract is awarded (and any solicitation was issued) on or after January 1, 2017. If this contract is covered by the EO, the contractor must provide employees with 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours they work, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.

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Employees must be permitted to use paid sick leave for their own illness, injury or other health-related needs, including preventive care; to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is ill, injured, or has other health-related needs, including preventive care;

or for reasons resulting from, or to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is a victim of, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the EO is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

Unlisted classifications needed for work not included within the scope of the classifications listed may be added after award only as provided in the labor standards contract clauses (29CFR 5.5 (a) (1) (ii)).

The body of each wage determination lists the classification and wage rates that have been found to be prevailing for the cited type(s) of construction in the area covered by the wage determination. The classifications are listed in alphabetical order of "identifiers" that indicate whether the particular rate is a union rate (current union negotiated rate for local), a survey rate (weighted average rate) or a union average rate (weighted union average rate).

Union Rate Identifiers

A four letter classification abbreviation identifier enclosed in dotted lines beginning with characters other than "SU" or "UAVG" denotes that the union classification and rate were prevailing for that classification in the survey. Example: PLUM0198-005 07/01/2014. PLUM is an abbreviation identifier of the union which prevailed in the survey for this classification, which in this example would be Plumbers. 0198 indicates the local union number or district council number where applicable, i.e., Plumbers Local 0198. The next number, 005 in the example, is an internal number used in processing the wage determination. 07/01/2014 is the effective date of the most current negotiated rate, which in this example is July 1, 2014.

Union prevailing wage rates are updated to reflect all rate changes in the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) governing this classification and rate.

Survey Rate Identifiers

Classifications listed under the "SU" identifier indicate that no one rate prevailed for this classification in the survey and the published rate is derived by computing a weighted average rate based on all the rates reported in the survey for that classification. As this weighted average rate includes all rates reported in the survey, it may include both union and non-union rates.

Example: SULA2012-007 5/13/2014. SU indicates the rates are survey rates based on a weighted average calculation of rates and are not majority rates. LA indicates the State of Louisiana. 2012 is the year of survey on which these classifications and rates are based. The next number, 007 in

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Survey wage rates are not updated and remain in effect until a new survey is conducted.

Union Average Rate Identifiers

Classification(s) listed under the UAVG identifier indicate that no single majority rate prevailed for those classifications; however, 100% of the data reported for the classifications was union data. EXAMPLE: UAVG-OH-0010 08/29/2014. UAVG indicates that the rate is a weighted union average rate. OH indicates the state. The next number, 0010 in the example, is an internal number used in producing the wage determination. 08/29/2014 indicates the survey completion date for the classifications and rates under that identifier.

A UAVG rate will be updated once a year, usually in January of each year, to reflect a weighted average of the current negotiated/CBA rate of the union locals from which the rate is based.

WAGE DETERMINATION APPEALS PROCESS

1.) Has there been an initial decision in the matter? This can be:

* an existing published wage determination

* a survey underlying a wage determination

* a Wage and Hour Division letter setting forth a position on a wage determination matter

* a conformance (additional classification and rate) ruling

On survey related matters, initial contact, including requests for summaries of surveys, should be with the Wage and Hour Regional Office for the area in which the survey was conducted because those Regional Offices have responsibility for the Davis-Bacon survey program. If the response from this initial contact is not satisfactory, then the process described in 2.) and 3.) should be followed.

With regard to any other matter not yet ripe for the formal process described here, initial contact should be with the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations. Write to:

Branch of Construction Wage Determinations Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

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2.) If the answer to the question in 1.) is yes, then an interested party (those affected by the action) can request review and reconsideration from the Wage and Hour Administrator (See 29 CFR Part 1.8 and 29 CFR Part 7). Write to:

Wage and Hour Administrator U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

The request should be accompanied by a full statement of the interested party's position and by any information (wage payment data, project description, area practice material, etc.) that the requestor considers relevant to the issue.

3.) If the decision of the Administrator is not favorable, an interested party may appeal directly to the Administrative Review Board (formerly the Wage Appeals Board). Write to:

Administrative Review Board U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

4.) All decisions by the Administrative Review Board are final.

END OF GENERAL DECISION

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Contract Specifications for Construction of Range Water Distribution Systems

Custer Gallatin National Forest

Sioux Ranger District

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CONTENTS

Page

101 Abbreviations 102 Definitions 103 Intent of Contract 106 Measurement and Payment 151 Mobilization 170 Construction Staking 201 Clearing and Grubbing 202 Excavation, Backfilling, and Compaction 302 Pipe Installation and Appurtenant Equipment 303 Top Soiling, Seeding, and Mulching 304 Waterline Pressure Test (Gravity) 304 Waterline Pressure Test (Pressure) 306 Fiberglass Stock Water Tank Specifications 307 Fiberglass Stock Water Tank Installation 308 Pressure Pit Construction 309 Submersible Pump Construction 310 Pitless Adapter Unit Construction 350 Spring Development Drawing 401 Distribution Line Intersection Assembly Drawing 404 Drain Assembly Drawing 405 Stop and Waste Valve Assembly Drawing 409 Pressure Reducer Assembly Drawing 414 Stockwater Tank Assembly Drawing 415 Pitless Adapter and Pump Assembly Schleichart Pipeline Notes Cox Spring Development

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SECTION 101 – ABBREVIATIONS

1.1 ABBREVIATIONS

PE – Polyethylene

PVC – Polyvinyl Chloride

NSF – National Sanitation Foundation

PSI – Pounds Per Square Inch

CP – Conservation Practice

RBF – Range Betterment Funds

ASTM – American Society for Testing and Material

COR – Contracting Officer’s Representative

CO – Contracting Officer

AASHTO - American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

GPM - Gallons Per Minute

ASME - American Society Mechanical Engineers

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SECTION 102 – DEFINITIONS

1.1 DEFINITIONS

Clearing Limits – The limits of clearing as designated on the ground or on the drawings.

Conservation Practices – Required conservation practices (CP) allowance represents expenses incurred by the Association in performing on-the-ground range improvements, or other practices designed to enhance the productivity of the National Grasslands. Required conservation practices are practices approved in the allotment AMP. Title to any range improvements constructed on Federal land will remain with the U.S. Government.

Contracting Officer – The person executing this contract on behalf of the Government or Grazing Association, and includes a duly appointed successor.

Contractor – The individual partnership, joint venture, or corporation undertaking the execution of the work under the terms of the contract and acting directly or through their agent, employees, or subcontractors.

Contract Time – Number of calendar days allowed for completion of the contract work.

Drawings – The documents, including plan and profile sheets, cross sections, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, and similar materials showing details for construction of a facility.

Engineer – The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for Public Works Contracts, or Forest Service Representative for CP Contracts, responsible for onsite administration of the contract within the limits of specific delegation.

Equipment – All machinery and equipment, together with the necessary supplies for upkeep and maintenance, as well as tools and apparatus necessary for the proper construction and acceptable completion of the work.

Forest Service – The United States of America, acting through the Forest Service, United States Department of Agriculture.

Grazing Association – A member-owned, member-operated, and member-managed nonprofit association of family farmers and ranchers organized to acquire and develop grazing land to provide seasonal grazing for livestock belonging to its members, using a combination of private and Federally-owned land.

Gage – The term “gage” when used in connection with the measurement of plates will mean the U.S. Standard Gage, except when reference is made to the measurement of metal sheet used in the manufacture of corrugated metal, pipe, metal plate culverts and arches, and metal cribbing, then the term means the “gage” or “thickness” specified in AASHTO M 36, M 167, M 196, and M 219, as applicable.

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Range Betterment Fund (RBF) – The fund established by title IV, section 401 (b) (1), of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976. This consists of 50 percent of all money received by the United States as fees for grazing livestock on the National Forests in the 16 contiguous western states.

Government Land – National Forest System lands and other lands controlled or administered by the Forest Service.

Laboratory – A testing laboratory of the Government or any other testing laboratory approved by the Engineer.

Materials – Any substance specified for use in the construction of the project and its appurtenances.

Measurement – Method of determining and expressing the quantities of work or materials.

Nominal Dimensions or Weights – The numerical values shown on the drawings or in the specifications as measurements of materials to be used in the construction.

Profile Grade – The trace of a vertical plane, as shown on the drawings, intersecting the top surface at the centerline of the proposed facility construction.

Right-of-Way – A general term denoting: (1) the privilege to pass over land in some particular line (including easement, lease, permit, or license to occupy, use, or traverse public or private lands) or (2) land, appurtenances thereto, or interest therein, usually in a strip, acquired for public or private passageway.

Schedule of Items – A schedule in the contract that contains a listing and description of construction items, quantities, units of measure, methods of measurement, unit price, and amount.

Specifications – A general term applied to all written directions and requirements pertaining to the performance of the work.

Standard Specifications – The specifications in this package.

Unit of Measurement – The unit and fractions of units shown in the Schedule of Items.

Station – One hundred linear feet.

Unit – A single quantity regarded as a whole in calculation; for example, 1,000 sq. ft.

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SECTION 103 – INTENT OF CONTRACT

1.1 INTENT OF CONTRACT

The intent of the contract is to provide for the complete construction of a pressurized range water system that includes removing a submersible pump and replacement with a variable speed pump, pressure pit assembly, water lines, and stock tanks. Tank locations shall be leveled and constructed with 6” compacted depth of scoria extending 10’ outside tank perimeter.

It also includes the complete construction of a spring development with water catchment, waterlines, and stock tank. Tank location shall be leveled and constructed with 6” compacted depth of scoria extending 10’ outside tank perimeter.

Unless otherwise provided, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies, and perform all work required to complete the project in accordance with drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract.

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SECTION 106 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.1 Measurement and payment for contract work will be made only for and under those pay items included in the Schedule of Items. All other work and materials will be considered incidental to and included in the payment of the pay items in the Schedule of Items.

When more than one class, size, or thickness is specified in the Schedule of Items for any pay item, alphabetical suffixes will be added to the item number to differentiate between the items to be bid on.

1.2 METHODS OF MEASUREMENT

The following methods of measurement are used to determine contract quantities for payment.

For individual construction items, longitudinal and lateral measurements for area computations will be made horizontally, or corrected to horizontal measurement, unless otherwise specified. Measurements for seeding, mulching, sprigging, and sodding will be along slope lines.

1.3 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

Payment will be by units defined and determined according to U.S. Standard measure, and by the following:

A. Lineal Foot

B. Lump-Sum Quantity

1.4 PAYMENT

One of the following methods of measurement for determining final payment is designated on the Schedule of Items for each pay item:

A. Designed Quantities (DQ). These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, drawings, and the presentation in the contract. Changes in the number of units of the originally contemplated work will not be made unless authorized under one or more of the following conditions:

As a result of changes authorized by the Contracting Officer in the originally contemplated work. Minor changes to adjust lineal footage etc., will not be considered changes in quantities. As a result of the Contracting Officer determining that errors exist in the original design data used to determine designed quantities that cause a pay item to change by 10 percent or more.

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1. As a result of the Contractor submitting to the Contracting Officer a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design data used to determine design quantities that cause a pay item total to change by 10 percent or more.

The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error. Final payment will be made for the designed quantities at the unit price shown in the Schedule of Items, subject to the Variation in Quantities clause.

B. Staked Quantities (SQ). These quantities are determined from staked measurements prior to construction.

C. Actual Quantities (AQ). These quantities are determined from measurements of completed work.

D. Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ). These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

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SECTION 151- MOBILIZATION

PART 1 - DESCRIPTION

1.1 This work consists of moving personnel, equipment, material, and incidentals to the project and performing all work necessary before beginning work at the project site; obtaining of permits, insurance, and bonds. This work also includes washing and treating construction equipment and vehicles necessary for equipment transport to remove seeds, plants, and plant fragments before the equipment is used on Forest Service lands, according to the requirements within.

PART 2 – CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Wash the sides, tops, and undercarriages of all construction equipment. Remove all seeds, plants, plant fragments, dirt, and debris from the construction equipment. Only equipment inspected by the Forest Service will be allowed to operate within the project area. All subsequent move-ins of equipment to the project area will be treated in the same manner as the initial move-in. This requirement does not apply to cars, pickup trucks, and other vehicles that regularly travel between the construction site and areas off the National Forest.

Equipment will be considered free of soil, seed, and other such debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment, components or the need for specialized inspection tools is not required.

Notify the CO in writing at least 72 hours before moving any construction equipment onto the National Forest. Notification will include an agreed upon location where the equipment will be available for inspection by the Forest Service. Inspection will be required after every cleaning.

Use methods of cleaning and locations for cleaning approved by the CO.

For work at a commercial washing facility, use an approved facility.

New infestations of noxious weeds of concern to Forest Service and identified by either Contractor or Forest Service, in the Project Area or on the haul route, will be promptly reported to the other party. Contractor and Forest Service will agree on treatment methods to reduce or stop the spread of noxious weeds when new infestations are found. A current list of noxious weeds of concern to Forest Service is available at each Forest Service office.

PART 3 - MEASUREMENT

3.1 Clean equipment prior to moving onto this project. The initial cleaning will not be included in the measurement for payment. Payment for cleaning will only be made if subsequent cleanings are ordered by the CO. Measurement shall be on an “each” basis, meaning one complete cleaning of all equipment required for this contract. Subsequent cleanings necessitated by the Contractor’s actions but not directed by the CO will not be included in the measurement for payment.

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PART 4 - PAYMENT

4.1 The accepted quantity will be paid at the contract price per unit of measurement for the

Section 151 pay item shown in the bid schedule. Payment will be full compensation for the work prescribed in this Section.

Progress payments for mobilization lump sum will be paid as follows:

A. If applicable, bond premiums will be reimbursed according to FAR Clause 52.232-5

Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, after receipt of the evidence of payment.

B. When 5 percent of the original contract amount is earned from other bid items, 50 percent of the mobilization item, or 5 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

C. When 10 percent of the original contract amount is earned from other bid items, 100 percent of the mobilization item, or 10 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

D. Any portion of the mobilization item in excess of 10 percent of the original contract amount will be paid after final acceptance.

Include all costs associated with the initial cleaning of equipment in the unit bid price for Mobilization. Cleaning for subsequent move-ins will not be paid for unless after a suspension ordered by the CO.

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SECTION 170 – CONSTRUCTION STAKING

1.1 CONSTRUCTION STAKING

The horizontal layout of the water transmission lines, and related facilities to be installed in this contract, will be staked on-the-ground by the Government. The Contractor will be responsible for maintaining vertical and horizontal control (5 feet either side of C/L) according to the specifications and drawings under this contract. Those stakes or marks which are destroyed through no action of the Contractor shall be replaced by the Forest Service prior to start of construction.

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SECTION 201 – CLEARING AND GRUBBING

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 This section covers clearing of, and access to, the proposed water line route.

1.2 All trenched pipelines shall be cleared of brush, sage, and tall grass as necessary to construct the pipeline.

PART 2 – EXECUTION

2.1 The clearing limits will be the width necessary to accommodate the trenching equipment, but not over 10 feet in width.

2.2 Access trails may be constructed upon approval of the Forest Service.

2.3 Disposal of brush and grasses may be scattered along pipeline slopes.

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SECTION 202 – EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTION

1.1 This specification covers all excavation and backfilling related to range water systems.

This project SHALL use a pipe-laying machine with minimum 6’ bury depth. In any section where the pipe-laying machine is unable to properly place the pipe, follow the following specification for excavation, backfilling, and compaction.

1.2 Excavation shall be accomplished with a direct burial pipe-laying machine. If unable, a backhoe, or trenching machine may be substituted with approval from the CO.

1.3 EXCAVATION

A. Excavate to provide a 6’ cover over top of pipes.

B. Where trenches cross roadways, gravel surfacing on the roadway shall be removed before excavation, stockpiled, and replaced after compaction of the trench. Type III traffic barriers shall be in place before crossing road.

C. Remove rock to minimum depth of 4 inches below pipeline.

D. Grade trench bottom for uniform bearing.

E. Backfill and compact excess cuts.

F. Trenching shall not exceed the pipe placement, testing, and backfilling of trenches by more than 500 ft. at the end of a working day.

G. Minimum width trench for burial below 2 feet shall be 7 inches.

H. Rock excavation is described as cemented or solid rock material. Rock does not include gravel, loose scoria, sandstone, or fractured rock. This excavation item does not includes blasting, jackhammer, or other methods over and above normal trenching and excavation procedures.

I. Burial depth shall be 6’ minimum.

1.4 BACKFILLING AND COMPACTION

A. Initial backfilling in areas where backhoe or trenching machine is used shall consist of a 4-inch layer of select material with a maximum particle size of 5/8 inch and free of vegetation.

B. Backfill shall be mounded to allow for settlement over trench.

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C. Select material shall be hand-placed with a 4-inch loose layer around pipe in areas with rock foundation.

D. Risers shall be hand-tamped for a minimum of 6 inches around riser in lifts of 1 foot or less.

E. Compaction in areas where direct burial pipe layer is used shall be accomplished by walking one track of the tractor over the trench after pipe installation.

1.5 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS

All underground work shall not be backfilled until inspected and approved by the COR or inspector.

The Contractor shall notify the COR or inspector at least 24 hours in advance of any planned testing or backfilling.

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SECTION 302 – PIPE INSTALLATION AND APPURTINENT EQUIPMENT

WATERLINES

PART 1 – GENRAL

1.1 This section covers the buried waterlines to be installed under this contract. All buried pipe on this project shall be High Density Polyethylene Pipe (HDPE)

1.2 All lines, valves, vents, and drains shall be located as shown on the plans or as staked on the ground.

PART 2 – MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 PLASTIC PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. The plastic pipe shall conform with the latest revision of the appropriate ASTM specification:

B. 1. High Density Pipe(PE) - ASTM D-3035

C. All plastic pipe will be marked at regular intervals giving the name or trademark of the manufacturer, commercial standard to which the pipe conforms, the nominal diameter, the type, the pressure rating in PSI of water at 73.4° F. (23° C.) and the seal of approval of the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF).

D. The pipe shall be of the diameter and type and have a minimum working pressure as shown in the plans.

E. The fittings and connections shall be compatible with the pipe being used, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. All fittings, except those in CMP risers, shall be brass, nylon, PVC, or styrene.

F. Clamps shall be all stainless steel.

2.2 STEEL PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. Steel pipe shall conform to the latest revision of Federal Specification WW-P-406 for galvanized steel pipe.

B. Steel pipe fittings shall be steel and malleable iron (threaded) Federal Specification

WW-P-521 F, Type II (galvanized).

C. The pipe shall be Class 2 Standard Weight (zinc-coated) in accordance with the above specifications unless otherwise specified.

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2.3 VALVES AND VALVE BOXES

A. Gate Valves: Wedge type gate, non-rising stem, size, and minimum pressure rating as shown on plans and drawings, brass or bronze construction.

B. Check Valves: Swing-check; size and minimum pressure rating as shown on plans;

brass or bronze construction.

C. Air Relief Vent Valve: Shall be constructed to release and draw air; brass, cast iron, bronze, or plastic construction.

D. Stop and Waste and Curb Stop Valves: Ball type closure: Minneapolis Pattern; size and minimum pressure ratings as shown on plans and drawings; brass or bronze construction.

E. Pressure Gauge: Graduation in increments of 5 PSI, minimum pressure ratings as shown on plans, rustproof construction with impact resistant plastic cover on dial.

F. Water Pressure Reducing Valve: Adjustable pressure, 3/4-inch size with minimum pressure rating as shown on plans and drawings; brass, bronze, stainless steel, or nickel alloy construction.

G. Strainer Screen: Size and minimum pressure rating as shown on plans; bronze, brass, stainless steel, or corrosion protected cast iron construction.

H. Valve Risers and Covers: PVC, cast iron, concrete, or corrugated metal pipe of size and type shown on the plans.

I. Air and Vacuum Release Valves: Size and minimum pressure ratings as shown on plans; brass, bronze, or stainless steel construction.

J. Ball Valve: Brass or bronze body. Brass or stainless steel conventional port.

Reinforced Teflon or molded Buna-N seats and seals. 90° turn. “C” or gull wing type handle of cadmium or zinc-plated carbon steel. 250 PSI minimum rating.

PART 3 - INSTALLATION

3.1 If a pipe laying machine (ripper) is used for placement of HDPE pipe, the following conditions shall be met:

A. The temperature of the pipe shall be less than 85°.

B. The minimum radius of the pipe placing shoe shall be:

1. 2-inch diameter pipe – 48 inches

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2. 1 ½-inch diameter pipe – 40 inches

3. 1 ¼-inch diameter pipe – 36 inches

4. 1-inch diameter pipe or less – 24 inches

C. The throat and shoe assembly shall be designed and operated so no scuffing or crimping of the pipe occurs.

3.2 There will be no laying of pipe or pipe fitting work done with plastic pipe when the air temperature is below 40°F.

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SECTION 303 – TOP SOILING, SEEDING, AND MULCHING

1.1 This section covers all grading and restoration necessary to finish the site to a neat appearance, in accordance with the plans and drawings.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 When the pipeline is completed, any windrows or clumps of grass or brush shall be spread over the disturbed area.

2.2 The areas disturbed by the construction of access trails, or the use of existing access trails, shall be graded to the satisfaction of the Forest Service. Seeding will not be required under this contract.

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SECTION 304 – WATERLINE PRESSURE TEST

(Gravity)

1.1 All appurtenances installed under the contract shall be tested at static pressure.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 Equipment for testing shall consist of a 50-gallon container, with fittings, which will allow attachment to the pipeline at the highest point of elevation on the pipeline. Testing equipment will be furnished by the Contractor and be subject to the COR’s approval.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 After the pipe is laid and the joints complete, the newly laid pipe shall be subjected to a static pressure test as listed below.

A. Fill waterline with water until the test container, located at the high point of the pipeline, is level full. Insure that air is expelled completely from the pipe and valves.

B. Leakage shall be defined as the quantity of water that must be supplied to the test container, after the air has been bled from the system, and the pipe has been filled with water.

C. The waterline installation will not be acceptable until the leakage rate for a 4-hour test period is less than 0.20 gallons per hour per 1,000 feet of waterline.

D. All visible leaks are to be repaired by the Contractor regardless of the amount of leakage.

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SECTION 304 – WATERLINE PRESSURE TEST

(Pressure)

1.1 All appurtenances installed under this contract shall be pressure tested before backfilling.

PART 2 – EXECUTION

2.1 After the pipe is laid and the joints completed, the newly laid pipe shall be pressure tested as listed below.

A. It shall be hydrostatically (water) tested at the top operating pressure (cut-out pressure) for 1 hour.

B. The system shall be considered acceptable when there is no drop in pressure and no visible leaks at the end of the testing period.

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SECTION 306 – FIBERGLASS STOCK WATER TANK SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 - CONSTRUCTION – GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.1 GENERAL

Tank shall be seamless laminate construction throughout. Approximately 30 percent glass and 70 percent resin. Tank shall be constructed on a male mold to insure a nonporous interior surface. Montana Fiberglass or Bull Tuf summer tanks or equal (3) 8’ x 20’ and a 10’ diameter round.

1.2 WALL

Wall shall be tapered sufficiently to provide ease in nesting tanks for shipment and storage and to prevent sticking when nested. One ¾-inch diameter drain plug shall be provided in the lower sidewall of the tank.

1.3 BOTTOM

Tank shall have a sand roughened interior floor surface in accordance with Part 2 – Construction - Technical Specifications, Subsection 2.4, Paragraph A.

PART 2 - CONSTRUCITON – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 THICKNESS

Tank shall have a nominal minimum thickness of 3/16-inch.

2.2 GLASS REINFORCEMENT

Fiberglass content shall be 30-40 percent. Supplier to furnish fiberglass manufacturer’s name and specifications with proposal.

2.3 RESIN

Supplier to furnish resin manufacturer’s name and specifications with proposal. Resin and the content of resins in the tank shall meet the following specifications:

A. Commercial grade orthophalic polyester except as provided in Subsection 2.4, Paragraph B.

B. Resin content shall be a maximum of 70 percent.

C. Ultimate tensile strength of 13,000 p.s.i. minimum.

D. Ultimate flexural strength of 20,000 p.s.i. minimum.

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E. Cured compressive strength 24,000 p.s.i. minimum at break.

F. Barcol hardness 36 minimum.

2.4 FINISH

A. Sand and fiberglass resin or sand and gel-coat resin (manufacturer’s option) final finish to tank interior bottom. Sand used shall be a washed, fine-graded material, 1/8-inch nominal diameter.

B. Gel-coat, isophalic – interior.

C. Barcol hardness 36 minimum.

D. Thickness 14-20 mil. Minimum.

2.5 TOP REINFORCEMENT

Tanks top edge shall be flanged reinforced by:

A. 2-inch straight flange, minimum of 3/8-inch thick OR

B. 2-inch curled or rolled flange, minimum of ¼ inch thick.

2.6 COLOR

Earth tone colors, interior and exterior surfaces. The Government may require a color sample prior to award.

2.7 FROST FREE

Shall withstand a minimum of 3 foot of overfill.

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SECTION 307 – FIBERGLASS STOCK WATER TANK INSTALLATION

1.1 This section covers all stock water tanks installed on the waterline.

PART 2 – MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Stock water tanks will be fiberglass construction.

2.2 FLOAT VAVLES AND FLOATS

A. Float valves shall have minimum pressure ratings as shown on plans, brass or bronze construction. Minimum diameter opening shall be ¾ inch. Float valve shall be designed to operate with a float attached to an arm or lever.

B. Floats shall be plastic, copper, brass, or bronze construction, with a minimum diameter of 6 inches.

C. Posts and Lumber.

1. Posts shall be cedar, juniper, redwood, or pressure treated pine.

2. Lumber shall be new No. 1, S4S, or rough finish, redwood, cedar or pressure treated, or better. Sizes shall 2”x10” minimum or as specified on plans.

2.3 Fittings used to connect the stock tank to the pipeline shall be brass, PVC, nylon, or styrene.

PART 3 – CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

3.1 SITE PREPARATION

A. Stock tanks shall be installed where staked on the ground and as shown on the plans.

B. An area under the tank and extending 10 feet outside the perimeter of the tank shall be cleared and leveled before the placement of tank. Contractor shall import and compact scoria to the tank pad area. Pad shall be 6” deep, and shall be 10’ outside the perimeter of the tank. The tank shall be set on the center of the aggregate pad area.

3.2 STOCK TANK CONSTRUCTION

A. All stock tanks shall be constructed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

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B. Stock tanks will be set on a firm level base. A scoria or gravel apron will extend 10 feet outside of the tank. Base material will be omitted directly under fiberglass tanks.

C. All stock tanks shall have a livestock barrier and rodent escape boar..

D. Water inlets and overflows at stock tanks shall be plumbed through the bottom of the tanks.

E. Floats shall be attached to the level or arm of the float valve with a minimum length of 2 inches of brass or bronze chain.

F. Tank level, as measured from side to side of tank, shall not vary more than 1 inch.

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SECTION 308 – PRESSURE PIT CONSTRUCTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes the precast concrete pressure pits including plumbing appurtenances, locking lids, disposal of existing water well sheds and all work within 5 feet of the outside of the pits.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. HDPE: High density polyethylene

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product data for the following:

Pressure pit and lid drawings and materials.

1.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Payment will be lump sum for the pressure pits and will include the lid, bedding material, floor drain, plumbing, disposal of water well sheds off National Forest System Lands and all other work and incidentals necessary to complete the item as shown on the drawings.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 PREFABRICATED CONCRETE PRESSURE PIT AND LID

A. Prefabricated Concrete Pressure Pit: High density reinforced concrete.

1. Approximate Dimensions: 72” wide x 96” length x 80” high with 2’ tile/riser, 36” diameter.

2. Pipe Clearance: 1/2" to 3" clearance between the pit and pipeline at any point.

B. Aluminum, Hinged Lockable Lid

C. Uncaged Access Ladder meeting OSHA standards.

D. Backfilling

1. Remove all debris from the excavation before backfilling.

2. Compaction: Backfill shall be placed in 6-inch maximum thickness layers and compacted by three passes of a mechanical vibrator which has been approved by the Contracting Officer.

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3. No rocks larger than 2-inches in diameter shall be placed within 6 inches of inlet and outlet pipes, or pit.

2.2 CLEANUP

A. After backfilling and installation is complete, the general area shall be cleaned by removing all excavated material not used in the backfill and all debris and construction material. Finish-grade the area to blend into the surroundings and create a natural appearance.

PART 3 - MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

3.1 PLASTIC PIPE, STEEL PIPE, FITTINGS, AND VALVES

A. As required in pipeline construction specifications, except that minimum pressure rating shall be equal to or greater than cut-out pressure shown on plans or drawings, minimum diameter shall be equal to main distribution line or 1 ½ inch, whichever is smaller.

B. Pipeline from well to pressure tank shall be galvanized steel or Schedule 40 PVC or polypipe (high density).

3.2 PRESSURE TANKS

A. Capacity and connections shall be shown on the plans or drawings.

B. Material and construction shall be as specified by ASME.

C. Minimum working pressure shall be equal to or greater than cut-out pressure (145 psi) shown on plans or drawings.

D. Fittings shall be brass, bronze, or galvanized steel construction.

E. Tanks shall be coated inside and out with epoxy-resin, two coats of 3 mil. thickness, free of all toxic elements after drying, or zinc-coated (galvanized) in accordance with Federal Specifications QQ-S-775c, Type 1, Class C.

3.3 RUBBER PIPE FOR FIRE HOSE

A. Shall be ¾ inch minimum diameter, constructed of rubber with yarn reinforcement in accordance with Federal Specifications ZZ-H-601.

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3.4 MOTOR CONTROLS, PIT LIGHT, AND WIRING

A. Pressure switches shall have pressure differential range, adjustable limit range, and minimum working pressure to meet requirements shown on plans and drawings.

Switches shall be in Nema 2 enclosures.

B. Pit light shall be 100 watt in weatherproof enclosure, operated by a separate disconnect in the main panel or a weatherproof switch.

C. All wiring shall be performed by a licensed electrician.

PART 4 - CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

A. Bury pit so that tile/riser with lid is 6” above ground.

B. Pressure tank shall be set on concrete block above level of floor.

C. A floor drain, minimum size 4-inch diameter, shall be installed in the pressure pit at the south ranch site and will be laid to daylight with a minimum of 1 percent slope.

D. All electrical boxes, pit light, and electrical connections, except pressure switch, shall be a minimum of 5 feet above the floor level.

E. All electrical components shall be grounded to one ground rod, 5/8-inch diameter, 8-feet long, cooper clad steel.

F. Outlets of floor drains shall be covered with screen, except when pressure pit serves

6-foot burial distribution lines.

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SECTION 309 – SUBMERSIBLE PUMP CONSTRUCTION

1.1 PUMP REQUIREMENTS

A. The pump shall be variable speed on demand type and shall be manufactured by a Goulds Water Technology 3 HP or equal or equal.

B. The motor shall be a 230-volt single-phase, 60-cycle, motor with remote above ground starting capacitor, starting relay, and manual reset overload protection. Three phase pumps should be used where 3-phase power is available. Performance standards shall conform to the specifications of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association.

C. When installed, the pump intake shall have sufficient water over the intake at a maximum drawdown.

1.2 DISCHARGE COLUMN.

A. The discharge column shall not be smaller than pump outlet and shall be galvanized steel pipe.

1.3 PUMP CONTROLS

A. Float switches and pressure switches shall be in a Nema 3, weatherproof enclosure when exposed to weather.

B. All wiring shall be performed in accordance with State and National electrical codes.

C. Variable speed panel and other required appurtenances shall match manufacturer’s recommendations.

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SECTION 310 – PITLESS ADAPTER UNIT CONSTRUCTION

PART 1 - MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

1.1 Unit shall be same size or large than casing.

1.2 The discharge body and spool shall be hot dipped galvanized.

1.3 Spool shall not be equipped with check valve.

1.4 Unit shall have upper and lower O-ring type assembly.

1.5 Shall meet the standards established by the State Board of Health and the United States

Public Health Service.

1.6 Well seal shall be the watertight type and shall be removable without disconnecting any wires.

1.7 Bleeder Valve shall be brass or bronze construction.

PART 2 - CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Remove existing submersible well and related appurtenances and replace with new variable speed pump and all related appurtenances for a fully functional well and pump system.

2.2 Top of unit shall extend 12 inches above the finished ground surface.

2.3 The discharge pipe shall be a minimum of 6 feet below finished ground line.

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SECTION 350 – SPRING DEVELOPMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 This section covers the materials and construction necessary for construction and placement of the spring development with stock water tank.

PART 2 – MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 PLASTIC PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. The plastic pipe shall conform with the latest revision of the ASTM Specifications.

B. All plastic pipe will be marked at regular intervals giving the name or trademark of the manufacturer, commercial standard which the pipe conforms, the nominal diameter, the type, and the seal of approval of the National Sanitation Foundation

(NSF).

C. All fittings shall be brass, Nylon, PVC or Styrene.

D. Clamps shall be stainless steel.

2.2 DRAINFIELD PIPE

A. Tubing shall be 4 inch minimum, perforated rigid schedule 40 pvc with filter wrap.

2.3 POSTS AND LUMBER

A. Posts shall be 6” diameter pressure treated.

B. Lumber shall be No. 2 or better pressure treated, redwood, or cedar. 2”x10” minimum or as shown on drawings.

2.4 STOCK WATER TANKS

A. Tanks will be fiberglass Bul Tuf, Montana Fiberglass, or approved equal with rodent ramp.

PART 3 – CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

3.1 SITE PREPARATION

A. Stock tanks will be installed where staked on the ground or as Shown on the Plans.

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B. The tank pad shall be cleared and leveled and 6” compacted depth of aggregate or scoria shall be placed to 10’ outside the pad edge. Pad shall be compacted with minimum 3 passes with a mechanical whacker. Tank shall be less than 1” of level.

3.2 STOCK TANK

A. All stock tanks shall have a wooden livestock barrier constructed and a rodent ramp installed.

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