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Zigzag Ranger Station Water System Improvements

Specification List

Section Title

010000 General Requirements

011900 Mobilization

012000 Project Meetings

013300 Submittal Procedures

015000 Contractor Facilities and Temporary Controls

017000 Project Closeout

021000 Site Preparation

022000 Earthwork

025000 Paving and Surfacing

027000 Site Piping

027200 Water Meters

033000 Reinforced Concrete

260010 General Technical Provisions

260050 Basic Electrical Methods and Materials

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USDA FOREST SERVICE

ZIGZAG RANGER STATION WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS

SECTION 010000 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROJECT DESIGN CRITERIA

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. The CONTRACTOR shall furnish all labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete the Work in all respects as shown on the plans and/or as specified herein and under the terms of the Contract to provide a complete and operational system.

B. The work in this Contract is limited to improvements to the existing USFS Zigzag

Ranger Station water source and distribution system.

1.02 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

A. The intent of the Contract Documents is to ensure the systematic implementation of construction with a minimum of public inconvenience. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate his work to minimize any inconvenience to the private property GOVERNMENTs.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall have on the job, at all times, a qualified superintendent as his agent, who is capable of reading and understanding the Contract Documents and is thoroughly experienced in the type of work being performed. The Superintendent shall be responsible for the progress of construction and the CONTRACTOR'S operations.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for cooperation with other utilities and any other contractors which might be employed by the GOIVERNMENT on the project.

D. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for maintenance of all streets, roads and construction sites within which work is done until final acceptance of the work by the

GOVERNMENT. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REMOVE ALL

CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND CLEAN ALL IMPACTED TRAVELED

ROADWAYS DAILY to minimize the inconvenience to the GOVERNMENT.

E. The CONTRACTOR shall perform the Work in accordance with the plans, specifications and Contract terms accept as modified in writing by the ENGINEER.

CONTRACTOR shall perform all work determined by the ENGINEER as necessary to properly prosecute and complete the project.

F. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for controlling stormwater, mud, debris and the disposition of construction related materials. These substances shall be positively prevented from entering the sanitary and storm sewer systems or surface waters.

Clean up resulting from the improper handling of these substances will be the CONTRACTOR=S responsibility.

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G. Conflicts in the contract documents shall be resolved based on the following priority:

1. Special Specifications

2. Design Drawings

1.03 CONSTRUCTION LAYOUT

A. The Work shall be located from the reference points and elevations given on the Plans.

The ENGINEER will provide additional control points, if requested at the time of construction. The CONTRACTOR will be solely responsible for laying out the Work from the reference points on the plans or the additional control points.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall provide the ENGINEER as much advance notice as possible for stakeout of the Work. At least five (5) days advance notice is required.

No time extensions or damages will be approved because of stakeout delays unless the CONTRACTOR has provided at least five (5) days notice.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for replacement of all permanent reference points, stakes, monuments and property corners if they are disturbed by the construction. Recorded boundary markers shall be replaced by a Registered Professional Land Surveyor. No permanent, recorded boundary markers shall be removed or disturbed without authorization of the ENGINEER.

1.04 WARRANTY

A. The CONTRACTOR shall make all necessary repairs and replacements to remedy in a manner satisfactory to the ENGINEER and at no cost to the GOVERNMENT, any and all defects, breaks, or failures of the work occurring within one (1) year following the date of final payment and final acceptance of the entire work due to faulty or inadequate materials or workmanship, and for damage or disturbances to other improvements under, within or adjacent to the work whether or not caused by settling, washing or slipping when such damage or disturbance is caused, in whole or in part, from activities of the CONTRACTOR in performing the duties and obligations under this contract. When such defects or damage occurs within the time period described hereinbefore, in any part of the surface or subsurface work done under the contract, or in any adjacent surface or subsurface improvement not included in the work under the contract, the CONTRACTOR shall repair the same and the one year maintenance period required shall, with relation to such required repair, be extended one year from the date of completion of such repair.

1.05 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY

A. The CONTRACTOR shall be fully informed on all Federal and State laws and all local laws, ordinances and regulations of bodies having jurisdiction or authority or which in any way might affect the conduct of the Work.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and protect the GOVERNMENT and

ENGINEER against any claim or liability arising from a violation of any law, ordinance or regulation by himself, any subcontractor or employee of the CONTRACTOR or subcontractor.

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C. The CONTRACTOR shall obtain and pay for all licenses and permits and shall be responsible for all fees, taxes or payments required for the lawful and due performance of the Work, except as defined herein.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for any trespass on adjacent properties or injury thereto, resulting from his operations. All private property damaged by his operations shall be fully restored to preconstruction conditions.

E. Public safety and convenience shall be paramount in the CONTRACTOR'S operations and shall be provided for in a satisfactory manner. All laws, rules, ordinances and regulations shall be strictly adhered to by the CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR shall perform his operations so as to minimize public and commercial inconvenience.

F. Wherever and whenever a possible public hazardous situation shall occur, the

CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for whatever signing, barricades or other safety precautions are necessary to protect the public and employees on the project.

G. No explosive shall be stored, handled or used on the project without the authorization of the ENGINEER. No unlicensed or unqualified person shall handle or use explosives, and any damage resulting from the use of explosives shall be the CONTRACTOR'S responsibility.

H. All approved uses of explosives shall be accomplished with utmost care not to endanger life or property. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for notification of adjacent property owners', utility companies and others having property or facilities in proximity to the site. Sufficient advance notice shall be given to allow nearby property to be properly protected from damage.

I. The CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for initiating, maintaining, and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connection with the work.

J. The CONTRACTOR shall provide and assume full responsibility for all services, materials, equipment, labor, transportation, construction equipment and machinery, tools, appliances, fuel, power, light, heat, water and sanitary and temporary facilities and all other facilities and incidentals necessary for the performance, testing, start-up and completion of the work. All materials and equipment incorporated into the work shall be as specified or, if not specified, shall be of good quality and new, except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents. If required by the GOVERNMENT, the CONTRACTOR shall furnish satisfactory evidence as to the source, kind and quality of materials and equipment.

K. The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that all materials and equipment shall be stored, applied, installed, connected, erected, protected, used, cleaned and conditioned in accordance with the instructions of applicable Supplier, except as otherwise may be provide in the Contract Documents.

1.06 UTILITIES COORDINATION

A. All coordination with utilities, including but not limited to water, sewer, power, gas, Cable and telephone, shall be accomplished by the CONTRACTOR prior to any construction. No

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B. Locations of all utilities are not shown on the plans. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for determining the exact location with the assistance of the utility companies and to properly account for the possible interference of utilities property with his operations.

C. In the event of an interruption of utilities service by his operations, the CONTRACTOR is solely responsible for repair costs and/or penalties accrued as a result of the interruptions.

All planned interruptions of service shall be coordinated with the GOVERNMENT and kept to a minimum.

D. The CONTRACTOR must follow the rules adopted by the Oregon Utility Notification

Center. These rules are set forth in OAR 952-001-0010 through OAR 952-001-0090.

Copies of the rules may be obtained by calling the Center at 503-232-1987 or 1-800-332-2344.

1.07 TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide adequate signing and flaggers if required to ensure the work zone is properly identified in compliance with the current edition of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

B. A traffic control plan shall be provided for approval prior to the preconstruction meeting.

The plan shall include any proposed lane/road closures. All roads must remain open to local traffic for the duration of the project. The contractor shall provide signage as needed to accommodate traffic through the work zone as required.

C. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for notification of adjacent property owners a minimum of one week (7 days) and a maximum of 3 weeks (21 days) prior to starting work.

Notification shall include the location of the work, duration and the times when work will be performed. The Contractor shall also provide signage at the limits of the project notifying traffic of the duration of the closures/detour or traffic impacts. If the construction schedule changes from the initial notifications provided, the Contractor shall re-notify the local residents.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall provide continuous access to all facilities for GOVERNMENT employees, local residents/businesses, postal deliveries as well as emergency rescue traffic. Under no circumstances may access to any portions of the site be blocked without prearranged approval. This closure time should be kept as short as possible.

E. Where, in the opinion of the CONTRACTING OFFICER/ENGINEER, the

CONTRACTOR has not provided suitable signs, barricades, warning lights, flag men or other suitable traffic control measures or services, or where the CONTRACTOR has not obtained suitable approvals or given proper notice as may be required in these documents or by the ENGINEER, the ENGINEER may stop that portion of the project and require the CONTRACTOR to immediately take steps to bring his work within compliance.

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F. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all traffic control at East Fabion Way and Highway 26 when perfoeming the boring operations in Phase III and shall coordinate with ODOT and Clackamas County as required.

1.08 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

These Special Requirements supplement and amplify certain sections of the Standard Drawings and Design Drawings.

A. Prior to initiating construction, the CONTRACTOR shall submit for approval, a detailed

Project Schedule identifying the construction schedule for installation of the water line and re-connection of existing services. The schedule shall also identify all submittal review periods for all involved government agencies and parties.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for notifying all adjacent property owners in writing a minimum of 7 work days and maximum of 21 days prior to commencing any work which will affect or impact property owners adjacent to the work site. An additional notice shall be provided 48 hours prior to any individual service interruptions. Any changes to the notification work schedule due to delays, shut downs, etc.. will require re-notification of all affected residents. The written notification shall identify the work schedule time frame, impacts to the property owner and CONTRACTOR's contact information. The CONTRACTOR shall make every effort to minimize the construction inconvenience for all property owners.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with the GOVERNMENT to assure minimal duration of interrupted service to user services throughout the period of construction and in no case shall service be interrupted for more than 6 hours. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate all necessary interruptions with the GOVERNMENT in accordance with the Project Schedule as defined in the previous paragraphs. During construction, the Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining all existing lines in service while installing the new mains.

D. Required new water meter boxes shall be placed as shown on the plans and to the satisfaction of the ENGINEER and GOVERNMENT. A licensed plumber must be present on all re-connections on the private side of the meter. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for any plumbing permits required for the re-connections.

E. The CONTRACTOR will be required to cooperate with the ENGINEER, the GOVERNMENT to resolve any conflicts regarding the water services re-connections. This work will be considered incidental and at no cost to the GOVERNMENT.

F. The CONTRACTOR will be expected to cooperate fully in coordination with such work or additional work that may be performed by other private utility providers.

G. Existing facilities and utilities as shown on Plans are from the best as-built and field information available at the time of design. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for having utilities marked by the appropriate agency for actual field location.

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H. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the protection of all facilities (utilities, structures, and adjacent area). Repair and/or replacement of facilities damaged by construction is the CONTRACTOR=s responsibility.

I. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with the ENGINEER to determine the limits of saw cutting the AC and AC replacement within the project boundaries.

J. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare one set of red lined contract drawings showing any changes that were made at the time of construction. Record drawings must be submitted and accepted by the ENGINEER before the Work can be accepted.

K. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any disruption of user services and damage to existing services and waterlines due to CONTRACTOR'S operations and shall bear all costs of repair, clean-up work, cost of fines, etc., resulting from such occurrence.

L. The CONTRACTOR shall notify the ENGINEER of any errors, omissions or discrepancies found on the drawings and shall allow a reasonable time to respond.

M. The CONTRACTOR shall include in their bid costs for dewatering and pumping efforts if necessary. No extra payment will be made by the GOVERNMENT to the CONTRACTOR for attending to such work.

N. Valves on the existing system must be operated by Association staff only. All water services must be reconnected and with minimal delays to the new water main after it has been tested and accepted by the Engineer and CONTRACTING OFFICER.

O. The CONTRACTOR will be required to abandon the existing water mains and water services as shown on the plans by placing concrete at both ends of existing pipes and backfill with select material within the traveled surface and native material outside the traveled areas. The Contractor shall salvage the existing fittings, appurtenances and water meters and return them to the GOVERNMENT, water valves shall be abandoned by closing the valves and filling the valve box to the surface with crushed rock and surface repair as required to match the existing. No extra payment will be made by the GOVERNMENT to the CONTRACTOR for attending to such incidental work.

P. ODOT Coordination/Permitting/Bonding: The ODOT Permit to Occupy or Perform

Operations upon a HWY 26 has been obtained by the GOVERNMENT/ENGINEER. The CONTRACTOR must provide all required information, bonds and insurance to ODOT for the work on Hwy 26. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for coordinating and performing all the work in accordance with the permit requirements. Any deviations from the permit requirements by the CONTRACTOR due to the Work activities will require the CONTRACTOR to obtain approval, authorization and assurances from ODOT. A copy of the Permit and Bond requirement is bound at the end of this specification division.

Q. The CONTRACTOR will be responsible for all costs related to DEQ notifications, completing, filing and paying the required fees associated with the removal and disposal if any existing Asbestos pipe is encountered and removed from any trench lines during the

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1.09 USFS PROJECT DESIGN CRITERIA

A. The allowable work window for Horizontal Directional Drilling under Bear Creek is July 15th through August 31st

B. Stream turbidity will be monitored by the C.O. (through the C.O.R.) during the prosecution of work. If an increase in turbidity, as a result from contractors operations, exceeds 10 Nephelometric Turbidimeter Units (NTU’s) for a period exceeding 30 minutes, the contractor shall cease operations. The contractor will be notified when increases in turbidity are nearing 10 NTU’s in order that operations may be modified. If turbidity levels exceed 50 Nephelometric Turbidimeter Units (NTU’s) associated with contractors activities, operations will be immediately suspended.

C. All vehicles and machinery must be free of petroleum leaks. Any leak that develops during decommissioning activities shall be repaired immediately.

D. Absorbent pads shall be required under all stationary equipment, fuel storage containers and during all servicing and refueling operations.

E. All equipment used for refueling shall carry a “hazardous material recovery kit.”

Any soil, vegetation or debris contaminated with petroleum products or any other man-made substance considered harmful to the environment shall be removed from the site and disposed of in accordance with state laws.

F. All petroleum products being transported and/or stored must be in approved containers meeting OSHA standards.

G. The contractor shall be liable for cleanup of any hazardous material or fuel spill occurring as a result of his/her work on this contract/task order.

H. Project activities will be suspended if there are more than two (1) inches of rain in a 24 hour period with in the project area, or as determined by C.O. (through the C.O.R.).

I. Activities for the season shall be suspended if soil moisture is recharged and stream flows rise above baseflow levels (i.e.; 200 cfs in the Bull Run River, upstream of the reservoirs).

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SECTION 011900 - MOBILIZATION

SUMMARY

A. This item is intended to compensate the Contractor for operations including, but not limited to, those necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site; for payment of premiums for bonds and insurance for the project; and for any other work and operations which must be performed or costs that must be incurred incident to the initiation of meaningful work at the site and for which payment is not otherwise provided for under the contract.

B. Noxious weed control requirements:

1. Clean all construction equipment prior to entry on to the project area. Remove all dirt and plant parts and material that could carry noxious weed seeds into the project area. Only construction equipment so cleaned and inspected by the Forest Service will be allowed to operate within the project area. Treat all subsequent move-ins of construction equipment in the same manner as initial move-ins.

“Construction equipment” does not include personal vehicles, paving equipment or support equipment that remains on the main travel route.

2. Prior to initial move-in, the contractor shall make all construction equipment available for inspection by the Forest Service at an agreed upon location. Provide the Forest Service at least 24 hours advance notification when equipment is ready for inspection.

C. The measurement shall be lump sum for mobilization.

D. Payment:

1. Bond premiums will be reimbursed after receipt of the evidence of payment.

2. 50% of the lump sum, not to exceed 5% of the original contract amount, will be paid following completion of 5% of the original contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

3. Payment of the remaining portion of the lump sum, up to 10% of the original contract amount, will be paid following completion of 10% of the original contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

4. Any portion of the lump sum in excess of 10% of the original contract amount will be paid after final acceptance.

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5. Progress payments for mobilization and preparatory work shall be subject to retainage.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011900

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SECTION 012000 - PROJECT MEETINGS

1.01 PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Prior to the start of any work, the representatives of the ENGINEER, GOVERNMENT, CONTRACTOR, major Subcontractors and all interested utilities and public agencies involved shall meet at a preconstruction conference to discuss administration of the project. Time, date and location of the conference will be given to the CONTRACTOR and ENGINEER by the CONTRACTING OFFICER.

B. The agenda for the meeting will cover at least the following items.

1. Organizational arrangement of the CONTRACTOR'S forces and personnel, including all subcontractors, materials suppliers and the GOVERNMENT.

2. Channels and procedures for communication.

3. Construction schedule, including sequence of critical work (Section 010000).

4. Contract documents, including distribution of required copies of drawings and revisions.

5. Processing of shop drawings and other data submitted for review (Section 013000).

6. Processing of field decisions and change orders.

7. Rules and regulations governing performance of the work, such as quality control, testing and startup.

8. Procedures for pay requests and payments.

9. Preconstruction meeting information in regards to Safety, Accident Prevention and Labor Standards during construction.

10. Pollution Control and Spill Containment and Control plans including measures to protect Bear Creek and the adjacent riparian areas (Section 021000).

11. Measures for protection of Historical Structures (Section 021000).

12. Traffic Control Plan (Section 010000)

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1.02 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Unless otherwise arranged, there will be a monthly progress meeting at the site to enable orderly review during the progress of work. Present at these meetings will be the CONTRACTOR, subcontractors and suppliers representatives as may be needed, other Contractors working at the site, the GOVERNMENT, ENGINEER and other interested or affected parties.

B. The specific purpose of the progress meetings is to identify problem issues or change orders, and to coordinate the efforts of all concerned so that the project progresses without delay to completion, with the least inconvenience.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall bring to each progress meeting an update of the Project

Schedule as described in Section 013000, as well as a summary of work accomplished on the previous schedule and a two week projection of specific work tasks.

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SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 – GENERAL

SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop

Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other miscellaneous submittals. See Table 013300-1 for a summary of required submittals.

B. See other specification sections within this package for additional requirements on submittals.

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

1. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

a. The Contracting Officer (CO) reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

B. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Allow 14 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

3. Allow 14 days for processing each re-submittal.

4. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing.

C. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification.

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1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.

2. Provide a space on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

3. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. If more than one item is shown on submittal sheet, identify item.

D. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract

Documents on submittals.

E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless

CO observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

F. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by

CO in connection with construction.

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate measurement and/or payment will be made for this section. Payment shall be included with work shown in the schedule of items.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

ACTION SUBMITTALS – (Submittals requiring CO approval)

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification

Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

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2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Preparation: Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

e. Wiring diagrams showing field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control wiring.

f. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

2. Wiring Diagrams: Differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed wiring.

D. Samples: Prepare physical units of materials or products, including the following:

1. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS – (Submittals NOT requiring CO approval)

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification

Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements in Section 014100

"Quality Control."

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B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: The contractor shall submit a Construction Schedule, for approval by CO, in accordance with the contract provisions within 5 day of commencement of work.

C. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements.

D. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements.

E. Maintenance Data: Prepare written and graphic instructions and procedures for operation and normal maintenance of products and equipment. Comply with requirements in Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures."

F. Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documents manufacturer's recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating a product or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and telephone number of manufacturer.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

GENERAL

A. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to CO.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

C. CO will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

D. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

E. Substitutions – Whenever materials, products, and equipment are listed by name or brand in the specifications and/or on the drawings, it is used as a measure of quality, utility, or standard. If the Contractor prefers to use any other brand or manufacturer of same quality, appearance and utility to that specified, he shall request substitution as provided below, not less than 30 days before the planned installation of the item. The Contracting Officer will approve or disapprove the request for substitution.

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F. Requests for substitutions will only be considered if contractor submits the following:

1. Complete technical data including drawings, complete performance specifications, test data, samples and performance tests of the article proposed for substitution. Submit additional information if required by Contracting Officer.

All items in the above information shall be circled, tagged, or marked in some way to indicate all deviations or differences which the proposed item differs from the originally specified item.

2. Similar data as above for item originally specified. All items shall be marked to identify where/how the proposed substitution will differ.

3. A statement by the Contractor that the proposed substitution is in full compliance with the contract documents, applicable codes, and laws.

4. The Contractor shall be responsible for any effect upon related work in the project for any substitution and shall pay any additional costs generated by any substitutions.

SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE – Submittals shall be made as required by and called for in the drawings and specifications. The following table is a summary of the required submittals for the project - the table is to assist the Contractor and may not be all inclusive – additional submittals may be required by specific specifications:

TABLE 013000-1

Spec. Section Section Title Subsection Required Submittal 010000 Traffic Control

Plan 1.07(B.) Traffic Control Plan

010000 General Requirements

1.08(A.) Project Schedule

017000 Project Closeout 1.04 (1) Final Inspection Reports 017000 Project Closeout 1.04 (2) Warrantees and Guaranties 017000 Project Closeout 1.04 (3) Certificate of Compliance and Request for

Final Inspection 017000 Project Closeout 1.04 (4) Final Red Lined Drawings 021000 Site Preparation 3.05 (A) Pollution Control Plan 021000 Site Preparation 3.05(A) Spill Clean-Up and Control Plan 022000 Earthwork 2.01 Bedding and Backfill Certification 022000 Earthwork 2.03 Material Source, Gradation and Properties 025000 Paving and

Surfacing

2.01 Material Source, Gradation and Properties

025000 Paving and Surfacing

2.02 Asphalt Mix Design, Material Source, Gradation and Properties

025000 Paving and 2.03 Aggregate Base – Source, Gradation, 013300 - 6

Spec. Section Section Title Subsection Required Submittal Surfacing Material Properties

027000 Site Piping 1.02 Shop Drawings for all Pipe and Appurtenances in Part 2 - Products

027000 Site Piping 3.01(K.)(1.) Certificate Showing Proof of Successful Fusion Training for Fusion Welding

027000 Site Piping 3.01(K.)(2.) Certificate Showing Proof of Successful Fusion Training for Fusion Welding

027000 Site Piping 3.05(1) Bacteria Test Results 027200 Water Meters Part 2 Product Data 033000 Reinforced

Concrete 1.03(A) Bending diagrams and reinforcement placement 033000 Reinforced

Concrete 1.03(B) Mill certificates, Material and products brochures and mix data as specified in Part 2 of the Section

END OF SECTION 013300

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SECTION 015000 - CONTRACTOR FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS

1.01 ELECTRICAL SERVICE

CONTRACTOR shall provide on-site power as needed for construction and shall be responsible for the cost of installing any temporary electrical services or modifications and the cost of power consumed. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and all other arrangements.

1.02 TELEPHONE SERVICE

CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary telephone and facsimile service to the construction facilities and shall be responsible for the cost of installation and service if required.

1.03 HEAT AND VENTILATION

A. It shall be the CONTRACTOR's responsibility to provide heat and ventilation as required to maintain specified conditions for construction operations, to protect materials and finishes from damage due to temperature or humidity.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall provide ventilation of enclosed areas to cure materials, to disperse humidity, and to prevent accumulations of dust, fumes, vapors, or gases.

1.04 WATER

Domestic water service is available from the existing service and distribution system.

The contractor shall modify the piping systems as required to provide for the construction needs, including providing proper cross connection control. The Owner will provide water without cost.

1.05 SANITARY FACILITIES

The CONTRACTOR shall provide, as a minimum, portable outside sanitary facilities, if required.

1.06 CLEANUP

A. All cleanup and site restoration shall be accomplished concurrently with construction. The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that no construction debris, excess excavation, materials or other waste is left on the site for over 14 days.

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B. Prior to final acceptance the CONTRACTOR shall thoroughly clean all accessible areas of the construction site.

1.07 NOISE CONTROL

A. CONTRACTOR shall comply with all local controls and noise level rules, regulations and ordinances which apply to any work performed pursuant to the contract.

B. Each internal combustion engine, used for any purpose on the job or related to the job, shall be equipped with a muffler of a type recommended by the manufacturer.

No internal combustion engine shall be operated on the project without a muffler.

1.08 SITE PROTECTION

A. CONTRACTOR shall positively prevent breakage of hydraulic fluids, oils, and fuel from equipment. Spills shall be contained and oil leaks shall be repaired.

Protective pads shall be provided as needed to avoid soil contamination.

B. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for removing and disposing of soils or materials contaminated by his equipment or activities.

END OF SECTION 015000

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SECTION 017000 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

1.01 FINAL CLEANUP

Prior to final acceptance the CONTRACTOR shall thoroughly clean the Forest Service facility, adjacent property, roadway and right-of-ways, of construction related debris and restore or repair all damaged asphaltic cement road surfaces. Disturbed landscaped and native areas shall be restored to match surrounding areas within fourteen days maximum of specific construction activities being finished.

1.02 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A complete set of red-lined as-constructed drawings, as noted in Section 013300, must be submitted to the CONTRACTING OFFICER prior to final acceptance showing all deviations from the plans.

1.03 SPARE PARTS

CONTRACTOR shall provide to OWNER the quantities or products, spare parts, maintenance tools and maintenance materials specified in individual sections. Spare parts are to include valve keys.

1.04 FINAL SUBMITTALS

Prior to final acceptance and the initiation of the warranty period, the CONTRACTOR shall provide:

1. Copies of all final inspection reports required by local and state building officials and permits.

2. Three (3) copies of all equipment warranties and/or guaranties on forms furnished by the manufacturer. Date of initiating the warranty shall be the date of FINAL acceptance by the CONTRACTING OFFICER, except equipment placed in service and specifically, in writing, accepted earlier by the CONTRACTING OFFICER in accordance with the General Conditions.

3. A written certificate that all work has been fully completed in accordance with the plans and specifications, and requesting final inspection.

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4. Final red lined record drawings. Drawings shall be full sized (22" X 34") and clearly marked in red pen to show all changes and modifications from original design, along with locations of all installed components.

END OF SECTION 017000

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SECTION 021000 - SITE PREPARATION

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. This section includes labor, materials, equipment and provisions for clearing, grubbing, demolition and disposal of all objectionable material, abandoned water system components, and related work necessary to prepare the site for trench construction. All work shall be in conformance with Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects (FP-03) except as modified herein.

1.02 COORDINATION

A. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate his operations with the GOVERNMENT and utilities likely to be impacted by his construction. A partial listing of agencies and utilities follows:

1. One Call System: Phone 1-800-332-2344

2. Zigzag Ranger Station FMS: Ken Harrison Phone 503-622-2017

3. Clackamas County Transportation Maintenance: Phone 503-557-6391

4. ODOT District 2C: Marlene Nichols: Phone 503-665-4006

5. Rhododendron Water Association: David Jacob Phone 503-310-9262

6. Fiber Optic: Level 3 Communications Phone 1-877-366-8344

7. Power: PGE Phone 503-255-4634

8. Wave Broadband: Phone 800-762-0592

9. Frontier Communications: 800-778-2823

10. Centurylink: 800-778-9140

B. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for coordinating his activities with affected utilities and property owners and other adjacent contractors. No additional costs are allowed for delays resulting from a lack of such coordination by the CONTRACTOR.

1.03 PROPERTY PROTECTION

A. All structures, utilities, and properties, whether inside or outside the project limits, shall be protected from damage or interruption by the CONTRACTOR'S activities. Responsibility for safety and protection of buildings near or in the project limits are the CONTRACTOR'S. The CONTRACTOR shall repair or replace damaged structures, utilities, and/or properties to the satisfaction of the

GOVERNMENT.

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B. The location of underground utilities; power, telephone, cable, gas, etc., if shown on the Design Drawings are approximate. The actual locations may vary from those shown. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for verifying all utility locations. No extra costs are allowed for delays resulting from utility conflicts for which the CONTRACTOR is responsible. On questions regarding the disposition of existing utilities, improvements or buildings, the CONTRACTOR shall contact the CONTRACTING OFFICER for advisement.

C. The ranger station is a historical site. No clearing and grubbing activities or demolition shall be performed without prior consultation and authorization by the

CONTRACTING OFFICER.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 CLEARING AND GRUBBING

A. Portions of the project site where excavation is to be made shall be cleared of all objectionable material such as trees, brush, stumps and roots, grass and other vegetation, decayed vegetable matter, topsoil, rubbish, pavement, and other materials that may interfere with the proper execution of the work.

B. No vegetation or debris shall be covered or filled or be a part of any structural embankment.

3.02 DEMOLITION AND SITE RESTORATION

A. Demolition will be as shown on the Drawings.

B. Pavement to be removed will be saw cut in straight clean lines. Sidewalks and curbs shall be removed to the nearest contraction joint or clean saw cut line.

C. Existing water lines shall be abandoned in place after the new water main has been constructed, tested and accepted by the CONTRACTING OFFICER.

Abandoned pipe ends are to be plugged with concrete (typ.) or sealed with an MJ cap. This work shall be incidental to water line installation. Abandoned valves, shall be closed and valve boxes removed. Existing service lines shall have corporation stops closed and ends plugged with concrete. All valves, hydrants or any other salvaged appurtenances from the existing water system shall be given by the CONTRACTOR to the GOVERNMENT unless otherwise directed.

D. Site restoration shall include topsoil, seeding and mulching all disturbed areas as required to restore them to existing condition. All disturbed structures shall be reinstalled and/or replaced to match existing condition, including but not limited to asphalted surfaces, paved or concrete walkways and driveways, graveled and/or landscaped surfaces, fencing, and any other structures encountered during the

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3.03 DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIAL

Demolished and waste material shall be disposed of by the CONTRACTOR in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

3.04 REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF NON-FRIABLE ASBESTOS CEMENT (AC) PIPE

Removal and disposal of AC water pipe by the CONTRACTOR shall be in accordance with all federal, State of Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and local regulations. The Contractor shall follow all procedures and permitting requirements set forth in the attached DEQ guidance documents contained at the end of this specification section.

3.05 POLLUTION AND EROSION CONTROL

A. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for developing and maintaining a pollution control plan including Best Management Erosion Control procedures (BMPs) as set forth in this specification and Plan Sheets C18 and C19 to prevent the occurrence of point source types of pollution. The pollution control plan shall include but is not limited to the following:

A description of methods to be used to prevent erosion and sedimentation that covers sites, equipment storage sites, fueling operations and staging areas.

A description of the hazardous products and materials that will be used, including inventorying, storage, handling, and monitoring.

A spill containment and control plan with notification procedures; specific clean up and disposal instructions for different products; quick response containment and clean up measures which will be available on site; proposed methods for disposal of spilled materials; and employee training for spill containment.

During directional drilling all drilling fluids shall be containerized on-site to reduce or eliminate the posibility

B. BMPs shall be utilized to control runoff at the boring pit sites to protect existing storm drain facilities. These methods include but are not limited to: hay bales, silt fences, berms, stockpile covers, gravel construction entrances, etc. Erosion control measures shall be in conformance with local, state and federal regulations.

C. CONTRACTOR shall control dust at the site with water or approved dust inhibitor.

D. Specific erosion and pollution control measures shall be taken to include:

Fueling in a designated staging location approved by the agencies, and a spill

021000-4 containment kit will be readily available should the need arise. No fueling shall be performed within 150 feet of any waterway.

To prevent the possibility of fuel or oil reaching the stream or wetlands, hazardous substances, chemicals, fuels and lubricating oils will not be stored within 200 feet of any waterway.

Waste materials and spoils not utilized in the project shall be removed from the site and disposed of in an appropriate upland location that is approved by the agencies.

All equipment will carry a spill containment cleanup kits on board.

All contractor employees and subcontractors will be required to receive training in procedures to prevent erosion and spills. Proof of this training shall be submitted to the government for review and approval prior to commencement of work.

All erosion control devices shall be inspected weekly, at a minimum during the construction to ensure that they are working adequately.

Install all erosion and sediment control measures along the Bear Creek waterway and the wet areas located at the intersection of East Faubion loop prior to any work in the area.

Erosion control materials (i.e. silt fence, straw bales, Biobags, aggregate, etc.) In excess of those installed shall be available on-site for immediate use during emergency erosion control needs.

Containment measures adequate to prevent chemical spills material from entering any waterway shall be available on site for immediate use during emergency erosion control needs.

Vehicles operated within 150 feet of the waterway shall be free of fluid leaks.

Daily examination of vehicles or machinery for fluid leaks is required during periods of operation within or above the waterway.

No pollutants of any kind (sewage, waste spoils, petroleum products, silt, welding slag and grindings) shall come in contact with the stream.

All disturbed areas shall be mulched and seeded after the termination of work.

During directional drilling all drilling fluids shall be containerized on-site to reduce or eliminate the possibility of spills from the drilling operations.

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SECTION 022000 - EARTHWORK

This section includes all labor, materials, equipment and methods to be used to perform all excavation, foundation preparation and compaction as shown on the Drawings in conformance with Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects (FP-03) except as modified herein.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 BEDDING AND PIPE ZONE MATERIAL

The pipe bedding and pipe zone material shall be crushed rock with a maximum size of 1-1/2", uniformly graded from coarse to fine. The materials shall predominate in the fine sizes and shall present no isolated points which would cause fracture or damage to the pipe.

All materials shall be in conformance with FP-03 Standard Specifications for Construction and shall be subject to the CONTRACTING OFFICER =s approval.

2.02 NATIVE BACKFILL

Native backfill shall be native material which is free of organic materials, non-plastic (no clay), reasonably evenly graded and capable of being compacted with 100% of the material passing a 1" screen.

2.03 GRANULAR AND CRUSHED ROCK BACKFILL

All granular and crushed rock backfill shall be crushed rock with a maximum size of 1", uniformly graded from coarse to fine, complying with the requirements of the FP-03 Standard Specifications for Construction. All materials shall be subject to the CONTRACTING OFFICER=s approval.

3.01 GENERAL

A. The CONTRACTOR shall perform all excavation of every description and of whatever materials encountered to the depth indicated on the Drawings or as specified below.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall make proper allowance for the pipe thickness, pipe bedding and, if required, foundation stabilization.

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3.02 PREPARATION

A. As specified in Section 021000, Site Preparation, clearing and grubbing shall be completed and existing pavement shall be removed prior to excavating soils.

B. Erosion Control: See…