Attachment 03 SOW and Tech Specs Grindstone.pdf

US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Grindstone Recreation Area Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement

Statement of Work

Contents Project Name General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

2.0 Background

3.0 Project Location

4.0 Pre-Bid Site Visit

Contractor Requirements

5.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

5.1 Operational Hours

5.2 Period of Performance

5.3 Construction Schedule

5.4 Contractor’s Key Personnel

5.5 Permits

5.6 Project Site Closure

5.7 Control of Noxious Weeds

5.8 Environmental Control Measures

5.9 Temporary Facilities

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Project Name Grindstone Recreation Area Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement

General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

The project will rehabilitate the existing Grindstone Campground sanitary sewer system as well as decommission the existing lagoon system. Scope of work will include construction of the replacement of 4,300+ LF of 8” gravity sewer, 20+ manholes, and laterals. A new treatment system with drip field and associated site improvements will be constructed to replace the existing lagoon system. The existing lagoon system will be removed and decommissioned. The awarded contractor shall furnish all materials, personnel, and equipment necessary to meet the requirements outlined in the construction documents (plans and specifications).

2.0 Background

The Grindstone Campground currently does not have sanitary sewage facilities available as the existing system is inoperable and out of compliance with its state permit. All bathrooms/bathhouses are inoperable. Existing sanitary sewer lines and manholes will be replaced with new pipe and manholes along their existing alignment. The existing sewage treatment system uses two open-air lagoons located on the other side of Laurel Valley Road from the campground. This existing treatment system will be decommissioned, filled in, and the site will be recontoured to drain.

A new wastewater treatment system, located within the grounds of the campground, will be installed. The new sewage treatment system will use an Orenco, or equivalent system, that consists of pre-treatment tanks which distribute the wastewater effluent into a grassy drip field, roughly 0.5 acres in size.

3.0 Project Location

Grindstone Campground 1946 Laurel Valley Rd Troutdale, VA 24378 Lat/Long: N 36.688363, W 81.539310

See maps on plan sheet G100 of the construction plans for additional location information.

4.0 Pre-Bid Site Visit

A non-mandatory pre-bid site visit will be scheduled for 18 March 2026, 1000ET. Offerors are highly encouraged to attend the site visit. Meet at the Mt Rogers Officer 3714 Highway 16 Marion VA 24354. USFS Point of Contact for RSVP is Richard Childs richard.childs@usda.gov. This is to facilitate the Offeror’s understanding of the work. Forest Service representatives will be present to assist with access and general awareness of the project area. Contact the Contracting Officer (CO) to indicate if you will be attending the site visit at least 24 hours before the scheduled visit.

If no offerors intend to attend the site visit, it will be canceled.

Contractor Requirements

5.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

This project can be divided into three phases (some phases may be conducted simultaneously):

1. Decommissioning

a. Remove and dispose of existing sanitary sewer lines and manholes, which equal approximately 4300 LF, and related components.

b. Drain existing lagoons according to environmental guidelines and dispose of lagoons’ liners.

c. Fill lagoons with existing material from lagoon site and regrade according to specifications.

2. Sanitary Sewer Line Replacement

a. Perform site clearing and grubbing according to specifications.

b. Install new sanitary sewer lines, laterals, manholes and related components according to plans and specifications.

3. Installation of New Wastewater Treatment Disposal System

a. Perform site clearing and grubbing according to specifications.

b. Install new proprietary wastewater treatment disposal system, which includes a drip field of approximately 0.5 acres.

mailto:richard.childs@usda.gov

5.1 Operational Hours

The contractor is responsible for performing work between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. Work outside of these hours or circumstances must be approved in writing by the CO in advance. The contractor shall always maintain an adequate work force for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this Statement of Work when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons.

• Federal Holidays

1. New Year’s Day – January 1st

2. Martin Luther King Junior’s Birthday – Third Monday in January

3. President’s Day – Third Monday in February

4. Memorial Day – Last Monday in May

5. Juneteenth – June 19th

6. Independence Day – July 4th

7. Labor Day – First Monday in September

8. Columbus Day – Second Monday in October

9. Veteran’s Day – November 11th

10. Thanksgiving Day – Fourth Thursday in November

11. Christmas Day – December 25th

5.2 Period of Performance

The project period of performance is 365 calendar days from the date of issuance of the Notice to Proceed by the CO.

By submitting a response to this Request for Proposals (RFP), the offeror is affirming their capability to accomplish the work stated within this Statement of Work and associated attachments within this stated period. If the Offeror believes the work included in this Statement of Work cannot be accomplished within this period of performance, they should submit a statement explaining to the CO their reasons and justifications for a different period of performance and identify what that performance period would be as it relates to their proposal.

5.3 Construction Schedule

As referenced in this Statement of Work - “Section 5.2 Construction Schedule,” the contractor shall submit a final construction schedule a minimum of 10 Days after contract award to the CO for approval and before any work can commence. Construction schedule shall be in GANTT chart format and incorporate all major components of the work.

5.4 Contractor’s Key Personnel

The awarded contractor shall identify their key personnel assigned to the project and provide written delegated authority citing their role(s), responsibilities, and authorities. Roles such as Site Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Site Safety Manager, and On-Site Sewage System Installer, among others and where appropriate, should be clarified to the CO. All project work shall be directly supervised by the prime contractor at all times and a designated representative shall be present for any and all work operations. When required by the Federal Acquisition Regulations, the contractor shall provide a subcontractor plan that clearly identifies which scope of work will be accomplished by the contractor and which work by their subcontractors.

5.5 Permits

The awarded contractor is responsible for acquiring all applicable permits prior to starting work on any construction that is regulated by the applicable permits. The following permits are anticipated to be required but are not necessarily fully inclusive:

1. Wastewater Treatment System Construction Permit –

a. Acquired by Forest Service – VDH Construction Permit 23-186-078 (available upon request)

2. Virginia Pollution Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) Permit for Decommissioning of the Existing Lagoon System

a. This permit (IP VA0022993) was acquired by the Forest Service but has expired and needs to be renewed by the contractor

b. VDEQ letter documenting acceptance of the Decommissioning plan, dated 03/22/2024, is available upon request

3. Virginia Stormwater Management Permit (VSMP)

a. Contractor shall apply for this permit using the VDEQ Registration Statement that shall be provided by the Forest Service

b. Contractor shall be the permit holder for this permit and manage compliance with the permit from

VDEQ

c. VDEQ has reviewed and approved the E&SC and SWM plans (DEQ Plan# 2023-0185)

4. VDOT Land Use Permit (LUP)

a. Contractor shall apply for this permit through VDOT prior to performing any work within the VDOT

Right-of-Way

b. Link to VDOT info: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/doing-business/technical-guidance-and-support/land-use-and-development/land-use-permits/

5.6 Project Site Closure

The campground will be closed to the public during the contractor’s construction operations. The contractor is responsible for maintaining closure of the project site throughout the duration of the construction. Coordinate with the Forest Service to maintain government personnel access to the site in a safe and effective manner and to allow for other activities that the government may incur during the contractor’s operations.

5.7 Control of Noxious Weeds

To prevent the introduction and control the spread of seeds of noxious weeds onto and around National Forest land, the Contractor shall ensure all equipment moved onto National Forest land is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. The contractor shall notify the CO and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) a minimum of ten (10) business days in advance of equipment arrival. Government inspection is required before any unloading of equipment. The Contractor shall certify their compliance with this requirement in writing. All contractor’s vehicles and equipment inspections shall be done prior to entrance onto the National Forest.

5.8 Environmental Control Measures

5.8.1 Bat Conservation Measures

There are special restrictions regarding tree cutting timeframes to be in alignment with the USFS bat conservation strategy. Unrestricted tree removal will need to take place in the bat hibernation season of November 16 – March 31 to avoid potential impacts to bat species on the Threatened and Endangered Species list. If trees need to be taken outside of this time frame, the Forest Service biologist will be consulted to mitigate potential impacts. That mitigation can include individual tree or stand level monitoring with audible detection equipment.

5.8.2 Assessment of Asbestos & Lead

Forest Service has had testing performed on the existing chemical storage shed building at the existing lagoon for asbestos and lead presence. No asbestos was detected in 5 samples taken. Lead was identified as present in the green paint on the metal doorframe of this building. No lead was detected in the CMU block (white) paint. The full report can be provided by the FS upon request.

5.9 Temporary Facilities

Staging Area: The Contractor shall arrange the location for exterior stockpiling of materials as approved by the CO. The CO will approve an adequate staging area at the project site. This shall be approved by the CO in advance and in writing before contractor’s staging. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting their own materials stockpiled against adverse weather, damage, theft, and other risks of loss. The Government assumes no responsibility for material or equipment left in the storage area and/or project site.

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Temporary utilities available on site are listed below. The contractor will not be responsible for charges or fees associated with use of these utilities during construction as long as use is solely for purposes of the construction project.

A. Sanitary Facilities: Not available B. Water: Available – non-potable water may be made available at certain water hydrants in the campground, with certain restrictions:

- Due to a known leak in the system, only certain hydrants may be used (to be identified by the FS)

- Water cannot be flushed through the existing sanitary sewer conveyance system due to permit restrictions from the DEQ (no water can be sent to the existing lagoon system) C. Electricity: Available at some campsites (30 Amp service) D. Telephone: Hard line phone service exists at the campground entrance station, and is only available to the contractor for emergency communications

5.10 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations

The current wastewater treatment plant operator for the existing sewage lagoon system is Blue Ridge Analytical.

Primary Point of Contact for the operator is:

• Mychel Johnson Laboratory Director Blue Ridge Analytical 2280 West Ridge Road Wytheville, VA 24382

(276) 228-6464 www.blueridgeanalytical.com

Several other wastewater treatment plants located within the vicinity can be found in Washington County and the Town of Abingdon, VA (Wolf Creek Water Reclamation Facility).

6.0 Required Personnel Qualifications

On-Site Sewage System Installer (OSSI) –

A) Credentials: Be currently licensed (in Virginia) as an On-site Sewage System Installer (OSSI) with a rank of “Master Alternative”. Provide the license number as it exists in the Virginia Department of Professional Occupation and Regulation (VDPOR) database. Existing license shall be current for at least 3 months beyond the date of this solicitation. Personnel must be capable of maintaining this license for the duration of the construction.

B) Project Experience: At least 2 years as an OSSI Master Alternative rank on at least two (2) projects valued at least $2,000,000 of construction of wastewater treatment and conveyance systems. Note: Appropriate experience on wastewater projects where the individual did not hold such license may be substituted for this requirement.

C) Training: Shall be in accordance with the VDPOR’s licensing requirements. VDPOR maintains a database of licensed individuals at: https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/LicenseLookup (using search term “Onsite Sewage System Installer License”) Additional information about licensing requirements are identified in the Virginia Administrative Code 18VAC160-40-110 through 160 (https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/sites/default/files/boards/WWWOOSSP/REG_OSSP.pdf).

5. Virginia Dept of Environmental Quality – Responsible Land Disturber (RLD)

A) Credentials: A responsible land disturber (RLD) is an individual holding a certificate issued by Virginia DEQ who is responsible for carrying out a land-disturbing activity in accordance with an approved erosion and sediment control (ESC) plan. The RLD must be designated on the ESC plan or permit as a prerequisite for engaging in land disturbance. Offeror shall be responsible for identifying and validating the credentials of their http://www.blueridgeanalytical.com/ https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/LicenseLookup https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/sites/default/files/boards/WWWOOSSP/REG_OSSP.pdf

RLD to the government. More information about this role can be found here: https://www.deq.virginia.gov/our-programs/training-certification/responsible-land-disturber

Sub-contracting out required personnel is accepted.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

USDA-FS GRINDSTONE RECREATION AREA

WASTEWATER SYSTEM REPLACEMENT

CONTRACT 12445122C0026

July 23, 2025

BID SET

Prepared by:

2524 Langhorne Road, Lynchburg VA, 24501

Prepared for:

USDA Forest Service 5162 Valleypointe Parkway

Roanoke, VA 24019

(540) 266-5128

7/23/25

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

Pre Bid Questions Form

Bid Form

Bid Bond

Performance Bond ...................................................................................................... 006113.13

Payment Bond ............................................................................................................. 006113.16

Application for Payment

Field Order

Change Order

Certificate of Substantial Completion

Certificate of Completion

Standard General Conditions

Supplementary Conditions

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

General Requirements

Price & Payment Procedure

Coordination

Project Meetings

Construction Progress Schedule

Submittal Procedures

Quality Requirements

Temporary Facilities and Controls

Temporary Tree & Plant Protection

Delivery, Storage, Handling

Execution

Closeout Procedures

Operation & Maintenance Data

Project Record Documents

Demonstration & Training

VSMP Storm Water

Selective Demolition

Cast-In-Place Concrete

Precast Concrete

Basic Electrical Materials & Methods

Testing & Placing In-Service

Grounding & Bonding

Hangers & Supports

Raceways & Boxes

Identification for Electrical Systems

Panelboards

Electrical Service & Metering

Wiring Devices

Switches & Breakers

Surge Protection

Lighting

Site Clearing

Earth Moving

Dewatering

Erosion Controls

Excavation, Trenching, Backfilling for Utilities

Excavation Support & Protection

Asphalt Paving

Chain Link Fences & Gates

Lawns and Grasses

Television Inspection of Sewer Lines

Sewer Flow Control

Common Work for Utilities

Sanitary Sewerage

Advantex Equipment

LIST OF CONTRACT DRAWINGS

Contract Drawings DEQ Plan Submission Checklist Cover Page

Sheet G-100 Cover Sheet

Sheet G-101 General Notes

Sheet G-102 General Notes

Sheet G-103 Erosion & Sediment Control Notes

Sheet C-100 Collection System Demolition

Sheet C-200 Erosion & Sediment Control

Sheet C-300 Sanitary Sewer 1 Design

Sheet C-301 Sanitary Sewer 2 & 3 Design

Sheet C-302 Sanitary Sewer 4, 5, & 6 Design

Sheet C-400 Treatment System and Drain Field

Sheet C-500 Decommissioning of Lagoons

Sheet C-600 Sanitary Sewer Details

Sheet C-600.1 Sanitary Sewer Details

Sheet C-600.2 Sanitary Sewer Details

Sheet C-601 Treatment Details

Sheet C-602 Treatment Details

Sheet C-603 Treatment Details

Sheet C-604 AX20 & AX100 Tank Details

Sheet C-605 Erosion & Sediment Control Details

Sheet C-700 Overall Drainage Maps

Sheet C-701 Pre & Post Drainage Maps

Sheet C-702 VRRM Map

Sheet C-703 VRRM Map

Sheet E-100 Control Panel Details

Sheet E-101 Control Panel Details

General Requirements

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SECTION 010000 - GENERAL REQUIREMENT

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. Work covered by the Contract Documents consists of providing all work and materials indicated on the Drawings or required by the Contract Documents and Specifications, including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

1. The project will provide rehabilitation of the campground sanitary sewer system as well as the decommissioning of the existing lagoon system. Scope of work will in-clude replacement of 4,300+ LF of 8” gravity sewer, 20+ manholes, and laterals as detailed on the design plans. A new treatment system with drip field and associated site improvements will replace the existing lagoon system. The lagoon system will be decommissioned as specified in the project documents.

B. Contractor use of premises:

1. Contractor shall not remove material from the site without written consent from the Con-tracting Officer (CO).

C. Government furnished items:

1. There are no Government furnished items in this project.

1.02 SITE INFORMATION AND LIMITRATIONS.

A. The following site conditions are considered incidental to the contract and contractor will not be paid directly for any of the following items:

1. Construction sites will be closed to the public during construction. The Forest Service will issue a closure order to the public. The Contractor will be responsible for signing and limit-ing public access.

2. Contractor will provide all materials and labor necessary to protect streams, wet or dry, dur-ing construction activities. The Contractor will be required to submit an erosion and sedi-ment control plan and received approval from the CO, in writing, prior to the beginning of construction.

3. All construction equipment shall be pressure washed before entering Nation Forest System lands. The removal of mud and debris from treads, tracks and undercarriage, with emphasis on axles, frame, cross-members, motor mounts, and underneath steps, running boards, and front bumper/brush guard assemblies will be required. The purpose is to reduce or eliminate the transportation of noxious weeds, which is required by Federal and State regulations.

4. The Contractor shall located all existing utilities at the site prior to any ground disturbing ac-tivities.

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5. No work that endangers, interferes, or conflicts with traffic or access to work sites shall be performed until a plan for satisfactory warning and handling of traffic has been submitted by the contractor and approved by the COR. Construction signed for traffic control shall con-form to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). All traffic control signs will be places in areas adequate for a truck pulling a fifth wheel trailer to be turned around.

Contractor shall not be paid directly for this item, rather it will be considered incidental to other items of work listed in the Schedule of Items.

6. Areas for staging operations and storage of materials shall be approved by the CO. The

Contractor must request in writing for approval from the CO to stage trailers (work or hous-ing) on site.

7. The Contractor acknowledges they have taken the necessary steps to ascertain the nature and location of work and have investigated and satisfied themselves as to the general and local conditions that can affect the work or its cost. Any failure of the contractor to take the ac-tions described and acknowledged in this paragraph will not relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work, or for preceding to successfully perform the work without additional expenses to the

Government.

1.03 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Applications for Payment:

1. The form of each application for payment shall be the "Application for Payment" form in-cluded in the contract documents. The AIA standard form is not acceptable for this project.

Payment for stored material delivered, but not incorporated in the work, will be the invoiced amount only. Submit applicable invoices with the application for payment.

2. Application for progress payments shall be as discussed in Section 012900 Price and Payment

Procedure. A schedule of values shall be submitted by the Contractor with the project sched-ule.

1.04 COORDINATION

A. Phases of construction which involve the temporary interruption of essential services shall be scheduled in consultation with the Contracting Office and shall not be of longer duration than essential to accomplish the purpose for such interruptions. Liaison with the Government in these matters shall be a salient feature of this Contract.

1.05 CONSTRUCTION STAKING

A. The Government will not provide construction staking.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for the preservation of all stakes and marks established by

Hurt & Proffitt, Inc., and if any of the stakes and marks is carelessly or willfully disturbed, the cost of replacing them shall be charged back to the Contractor.

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1.06 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. A preconstruction conference with the Contractor will be held within ten days after the effective date of the Agreement or later at the request of the Contractor.

B. Progress meetings shall be held on a monthly basis during the execution of the work. The

Contractor’s superintendent is expected to attend these meetings and provide status of the project and projected schedules and conflicts. The meetings will be held on site. Frequency of meetings may be changed at mutual consent of Contracting Officer and Contractor.

1.07 SUBMITTALS

A. All submittals shall be made in accordance with Section 013300 – Submittal Procedures.

B. Submittal Schedule” Submit to COR for review a schedule for submittals:

1. Submit at the same time as the preliminary schedule.

2. Coordinate with Contractor’s construction schedule an Schedule of Values.

3. Format schedule to allow tracking of status of submittals throughout duration of construction.

4. Arrange information to include scheduled date of initial submittal, specification number and title, submittal category,(for review or for information), description of item of work covered, and role and nae of subcontractor.

5. Account for time required for preparation, review, manufacturing, fabrication and delivery when establishing submittal delivery and review deadline dates.

a. Or assemblies, equipment, systems comprise of multiple components and/or requiring detailed coordination with other work, allow for additional time to make corrections or revision to initial submittals, and time for their review.

1.08 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Refer to Section 014000 – Quality Requirements.

B. Contractor will employ and pay for the services of a testing laboratory to perform testing specified to be done.

C. Contractor shall cooperate with the laboratory to facilitate execution of its required services.

D. Employment of the laboratory shall in no way relieve Contractor's obligations to perform the work of the Contract.

E. Related requirements in other parts of the project manual:

Inspections and testing required by laws; ordinances, rules, regulations, orders, or approvals of public authorities.

F. Related requirements specified in other sections:

1. Certification of products: the respective sections of the specifications.

2. Laboratory tests required and standards for testing.

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G. Limitations of authority of testing laboratory: Laboratory is not authorized to:

1. Release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

2. Approve or accept any portion of the work.

3. Perform any duties of the Contractor or direct the Contractor on the methods used by the

Contractor to meet the requirements of the Contract Documents.

H. Contractor's responsibilities:

1. Cooperate with laboratory personnel. Provide access to work and to manufacturer's operations.

2. Secure and deliver to the laboratory adequate quantities of representational samples of materials proposed to be used and which require testing.

3. Furnish copies of products test reports as required.

4. Furnish incidental labor and facilities.

5. Obtain and handle samples at the project site or source of the product to be tested.

6. Facilitate inspections and tests.

I. Make arrangements with laboratory and pay for additional samples and tests required for

Contractor's convenience.

J. Employ and pay for the services of a separate, qualified independent testing laboratory to perform additional inspections, sampling, and testing required when initial tests indicate work does not comply with contract documents.

1.09 CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES

A. Refer to Section 015000 – Temporary Facilities and Controls.

B. Project identification: Contractor may erect one business sign on the site for the duration of the project. Design and size of the proposed sign shall be submitted to the Owner for approval.

Signs shall meet requirements of all local codes and ordinances. This sign would be in addition to any signs required by other sections of the Contract Documents.

1.10 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Quality: Material and equipment incorporated in the Work shall:

1. Conform to applicable specifications and standards.

2. Comply with size, make, type, and quality specified, or as specifically approved in writing by Engineer.

3. Manufactured and fabricated products:

a. Design, fabricate, and assemble in accordance with the best engineering and shop practic-es.

b. Manufacture like parts of duplicate units to standard sizes and gages, to be interchangea-ble.

c. Two or more items of the same kind shall be identical, by the same manufacturer.

d. Products shall be suitable for service conditions.

e. Equipment capacities, sizes, and dimensions shown or specified shall be adhered to, unless variations are specifically approved in writing.

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f. Unless otherwise specifically provided in the Contract Documents, all equipment, materi-al, and accessories incorporated into the Work shall be new and in first class condition.

4. Do not use material or equipment for any purpose other than that for which it is designed or is specified.

5. Manufacturer’s instructions:

a. When the Contract Documents require that installation of work shall comply with manufacturer's printed instructions, obtain and distribute copies of such instructions to parties involved in the installation, including two copies to Hurt & Proffitt, Inc. Maintain one set of complete instructions at the job site during installation and until completion.

b. Handle, install, connect, clean, condition, and adjust products in accordance with such instructions and in conformity with specified requirements.

(1) Conflict between manufacturer's instructions and Contract Documents shall be submitted in writing to Hurt & Proffitt, Inc. for clarification.

(2) Do not proceed with work without clear instructions and until all discrepancies have been resolved.

c. Perform work in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not omit any preparatory step or installation procedure unless specifically modified or exempted by the

Contract Documents.

B. Transportation and handling:

1. Arrange deliveries of products in accordance with construction schedules. Coordinate to avoid conflict with work and conditions at the site.

a. Deliver products in undamaged condition, in manufacturer's original containers or packag-ing, with identifying labels intact and legible.

b. Immediately on delivery, inspect shipments to assure compliance with requirements of the

Contract Documents and approved submittals, and that products are properly protected and undamaged.

2. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling or dam-age to products or packaging.

C. Storage and protection:

1. Store products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible.

a. Store products subject to damage by the elements in weather tight enclosures.

b. Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges required by manufacturer's instruc-tions.

2. Exterior storage:

a. Store fabricated products above the ground, on blocking or skids; prevent soiling or staining;

cover products, which are subject to deterioration with impervious sheet coverings; and provide adequate ventilation to avoid condensation.

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b. Store loose granular materials in a well-drained area on solid surfaces to prevent missing with foreign matter.

3. Arrange storage in a manner to provide easy access for inspection. Make periodic inspections of stored products to assure that products are maintained under specified conditions and free from damage or deterioration.

4. Protection after installation: Provide substantial coverings as necessary to protect installed products from damage from traffic and subsequent construction operations. Remove when no longer needed.

1.11 PROJECT CONDITIONS

B. Use of explosives is not permitted

C. Grade site to drain. Maintain excavation free of water. Provide, operate, and maintain pumping equipment.

D. Protect site from puddling or running water. Provide water barriers as required to protect site from soil erosion.

E. Perform dewatering activities, as required, for the duration of the project.

F. Dust Control” Execute work by methods to minimize raining dust from construction operations.

Provide positive means to prevent air-borne dust from dispersing into atmosphere and over adja-cent property.

G. Erosion and Sediment Control” Plan and execute work by methods to control surface drainage from cuts and fills, from borrow and waste disposal areas. Prevent erosion and sedimentation.

1. Minimize amount of bare soil exposed at one time.

2. Provide temporary measures such as berms, dikes, and drains, to prevent water flow.

3. Construct fill and waste areas buy selective placement to avoid erosive surface silts or clays.

4. Periodically inspect earwork to detect evidence of erosion and sedimentation, promptly apply corrective measures.

1.12 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Work Restrictions, General: Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets and with other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Comply with limitations on the time of year restrictions regarding tree cutting and bat species of concern. Time of year restrictions shall include:

a. No tree cutting will be allowed by Contractor without written approval from the US

Forest Service (Contracting Officer)

b. Approval to cut trees must be coordinated and negotiated with local US Forest Ser-vice personnel having jurisdiction and authority.

B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work to normal business working hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.

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1. Weekend Hours: Unless approved in writing by the Contracting Officer, work not to oc-cur on weekend.

2. Early Morning Hours: Any work outside of normal business working hours is to be ap-proved by the CO.

C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by the Forest

Service (FS) or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after provid-ing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify CO not less than two (2) days in advance of proposed interruptions.

2. Obtain CO’s written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

D. Noise, Vibration, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vi-bration, odors, or other disruption to the Forest Service with CO.

1. Notify CO not less than three (3) days in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain CO’s written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

E. Controlled Substances: Use of tobacco products and other controlled substances on the Project site is not permitted.

1.13 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Full Owner Occupancy: Forest Service (FS) is required to operate all pump stations. Turning the pump stations off to make piping and equipment connections shall be coordinated with the CO three (3) days in advance of activities that affect the operations of the pump stations. Bypass pumping of some of the pump stations will be required if the pump stations are off-line greater than the storage capacity of the wetwell during outage for piping and equipment installation. Co-operate with FS during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate FS usage.

Perform the Work so as not to interfere with FS's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

1. Maintain access to existing walkways and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, access corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from CO and approval of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Notify CO not less than 72 hours in advance of activities that will affect Owner’s operations.

1.14 ACCESS TO SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of project site for construction operations as indi-cated on Drawings by the Contract Limits and as indicated by requirements of this Section.

B. Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to areas within the Contract limits as indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

C. Limits: Confine construction operations to the areas as shown on the Drawings as permanent and temporary construction easements. Areas shown as public (VDOT) right-of-ways may al-so be used as construction areas with prior authorization from VDOT.

D. Roads, Driveways, Walkways, & Entrances: Keep roads, driveways, and entrances serving all properties clear and available to FS, their employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

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E. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building(s) affected by con-struction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period. Repair dam-age caused by construction activities.

1.15 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT

A. Refer to Section 017700 – Contract Closeout.

B. PUNCH LIST: Correct all punch list items to the satisfaction of the Owner.

C. PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS:

1. Provide one complete set of drawings and project manual recording all changes to the work to indicate actual installation. Changes shall be noted in legible red letters at least

1/8 inch high. These changes shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Exact location and elevation of underground utilities

b. Changes in general construction work above or below ground.

2. The records are a specific contract requirement, and final payment will not be made until these drawings and project manual have been submitted in an acceptable form.

1.16 GUARANTEE

The Contractor shall provide a twelve month guarantee that all materials and workmanship performed under this Contract shall be free of defects.

END OF SECTION 010000

Price and Payment Procedure

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SECTION 012900 – PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Applications for Payment.

B. Payment for Tests and Inspections.

C. Typical Measurement and Payment Descriptions.

D. Payment for Items Stored on Site.

E. Change Order Procedures.

1.02 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Payment Period: Submit at intervals stipulated in the Contract.

B. Electronic media printout including equivalent information will be considered in lieu of standard form specified; submit sample to COR for approval.

C. Submit an advance copy of each Application for Progress Payment to the CO and COR for review prior to uploading to IPP (www.ipp.gov). Forms filled out by hand will not be accepted.

D. For each item, provide a column for listing each of the following:

1. Item Number.

2. Description of work.

3. Scheduled Values.

4. Previous Applications.

5. Work in Place and Stored Materials under this Application.

6. Authorized Change Orders.

7. Total Completed and Stored to Date of Application.

8. Percentage of Completion.

9. Balance to Finish.

10. Retainage.

E. Execute certification by signature of authorized officer.

F. Use data from approved Schedule of Values. Provide dollar value in each column for each line item for portion of work performed and for stored products.

G. List each authorized Change Order as a separate line item, listing Change Order number and dollar amount as for an original item of work.

H. Include the following with the application:

1. Transmittal letter as specified for submittals in Section 013000.

2. Construction progress schedule revised and current as specified in Section 013000.

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3. Partial release of liens from major subcontractors and vendors.

I. When the Contracting Officer requires substantiating information, submit data justifying dollar amounts in question. Provide one copy of data with cover letter for each copy of submittal. Show application number and date, and line item by number and description.

1.03 PAYMENT FOR TESTS AND INSPECTIONS

A. Include the costs of shop tests and shop inspections in the price of the manufactured

Products, and no separate or extra payment will be made for such tests and inspections.

B. Contractor shall employ and pay for the services of an independent firm(s) to perform laboratory and field testing and inspections for the following items as necessary for approval:

1. Testing of collection lines and manhole testing.

2. Compaction testing of sewer line backfill and foundation subgrades.

3. Concrete testing for all footer pours.

4. Concrete testing for cast-in-place concrete.

5. X-ray testing for welding, if applicable.

6. Vibration & blast monitoring, if applicable.

7. Structural steel inspection.

8. Reinforcing steel inspection.

C. Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of all other field tests and inspections as required by the Specifications.

1.04 TYPICAL MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT DESCRIPTIONS

A. Standard payment items shown on Bid Form:

WWTP DECOMMINSSIONING

1. Construction Stakeout includes costs associated with survey stakeout and re-staking to facilitate construction activities. Item includes all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the work.

2. Clearing and Grubbing includes all costs to remove trees and other vegetation from the construction area. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove and dispose of woody vegetation.

3. Fence Removal includes all costs to remove fence, posts, gates, and associated materials from the construction area. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove fence materials and dispose of legally off-site.

4. Remove WWTP Components includes all costs to abandon or removal all WWTP materials(structures, piping, liners, etc.).from the construction area as noted on plans.

Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove materials and dispose of legally off-site.

5. Remove Existing Sanitary Sewer Components includes all costs to abandon or removal all sanitary sewer materials (sewer line, manholes, laterals, etc.) from the construction area as noted on plans. Item includes all labor, materials (including flowable fill), tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove materials and dispose of legally off-site.

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6. Remove Water System Components Removal includes all costs to abandon or removal all water line materials (pipe, valves, etc.) from the construction area as noted on plans. Item includes all labor, materials (including flowable fill), cut and cap, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove materials and dispose of legally off-site.

7. Remove Existing Electrical Components Removal includes all costs to abandon or removal all electrical service materials (control panels, wire, conduit, etc.) from the construction area as noted on plans. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove materials and dispose of legally off-site.

8. Discharge Lagoon includes all costs to pump liquid from the WWTP as noted on plans. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove and dispose of legally off-site.

9. Lime Application includes all costs to apply lime for stabilization of sludge materials.

Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly apply lime stabilization materials.

10. Sludge Stabilization includes all costs to dispose of sludge material on-site as noted on plans. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly dispose of sludge materials.

11. Excavation & Fill includes all costs fill in the WWTP area with on-site materials.

Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to provide bulk grading of the site.

12. Regrade Site includes all costs to finish grade the area as shown on construction plans. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to provide finish grading of the site.

13. Contractor Sampling & Testing includes all cost by the contactor for sampling and testing of disposed materials. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to provide required testing. All results shall be provided to

USFS prior to payment.

14. Seeding & Restoration includes restoration of all property disturbed as part of construction activity including seeding and mulching, moving of incidentals, and for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

15. E&S Control includes all costs to properly install, maintain, and remove E&S control measures as needed for construction of the project. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

16. Red-Line Drawings / O&M Manuals will be paid for as a lump sum item. Price shall be full compensation for providing contractor red-line drawings and O&M manuals suitable to the Contracting Officer. Red-line drawings shall include all applicable documentation associated with construction. Information includes, but is not limited to general contractor contact information, subcontractors, RFIs, Field Orders, installed components (pipe lengths, structure invert/top elevations, location of lateral/main-line connection, etc.), drawing changes, structure relocations, locations of water line cut and cap connections, etc. It shall include all labor, tools, and materials necessary to complete the work

17. Mobilization shall include all activities necessary to mobilize in order to carry out construction activities. No more than 50 percent of the mobilization cost will be paid in the first pay request by the Contractor under this item. Any additional monies will be paid as part of the second and/or subsequent pay requests as determined by the

USFS. Total cost of Mobilization shall be limited to 5% of the total project cost.

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SANITARY SEWER REPLACEMENT

to facilitate construction activities. Item includes all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the work.

2. Clearing and Grubbing includes all costs to remove trees and other vegetation from the construction area. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly remove and dispose of woody vegetation

3. Remove Existing Sewer Manhole includes all costs to remove existing manhole structures. Payment will be per structure as noted on the plans. This price shall be full compensation for removal of manhole including any by-bass pumping, unclassified excavation, trench dewatering, backfill with suitable material, compaction, disposal of excess and unsuitable material, fittings, cleanouts, sheeting and/or shoring, and for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

4. Remove Existing Sewer Pipe includes all costs associated with mainline and lateral pipe removal. Payment will be in lineal feet measured horizontally from interior manhole wall to interior manhole wall, through all fittings, casings, and will be paid for at the contract unit price per linear foot to the points noted on the plans. This price shall be full compensation for removal of pipe including any by-bass pumping, unclassified excavation, trench dewatering, backfill with suitable material, compaction, disposal of excess and unsuitable material, fittings, cleanouts, sheeting and/or shoring, and for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

5. Material Disposal Off-Site includes all costs associated with disposal of materials

(pipe, manhole, unsuitable soil, pavement, etc.) off-site. Item includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to properly dispose of materials off site.

6. Electric Line Relocation will be measured as a lump sum. It shall include all costs associated with moving, relocating, and or stabilizing electric lines in close proximity

(crossing or paralleling) to the sanitary sewer components. Item shall include furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work

7. 8” DI Cement Lined pipe will be measured in linear feet. Measurement will be horizontally from interior manhole wall to interior manhole wall, through all fittings, casings, and will be paid for at the contract unit price per linear foot to the points noted on the plans. This price shall be full compensation for any by-bass pumping, test pits, unclassified excavation, trench dewatering, backfill with suitable material, compaction, disposal of excess and unsuitable material, necessary bedding material, fittings, cleanouts, sheeting and/or shoring, abandoning or removing existing line, acceptance testing, and for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

8. 8” PVC SDR 35 Sanitary Sewer Pipe will be measured in linear feet. Measurement will be horizontally from interior manhole wall to interior manhole wall, through all fittings, casings, and will be paid for at the contract unit price per linear foot to the points noted on the plans. This price shall be full compensation for any by-bass pumping, test pits, unclassified excavation, trench dewatering, backfill with suitable material, compaction, disposal of excess and unsuitable material, necessary bedding material, fittings, cleanouts, sheeting and/or shoring, abandoning or removing existing line, acceptance testing, and for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

9. 6” PVC SDR 35 Sanitary Sewer Lateral connection shall be measured in linear feet from the sanitary sewer main to the cleanout connection as shown on Standard

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Details, complete in place. The price shall include all labor and materials, connection to the main, service pipe, locator tracer wire, fittings, and testing.

10. Rock Excavation will be paid on a cubic yard basis as defined in the specifications.

Price shall include all materials, equipment, and labor to excavate and dispose of rock material. Quantity of rock excavation will be measured by the USFS, or representative, in its original position then excavated to required depth then measured by the cubic yard. No payment shall be made for rock removed by ripping.

11. Sanitary Sewer Cleanout includes all costs for installation of cleanout structures.

Payment will be per structure as noted on the plans and detail. The price shall include all labor and materials, the connection to the lateral, pipe, locator tracer wire, fittings, and testing.

12. Sanitary Sewer Double Cleanout includes all costs for installation of cleanout structures. Payment will be per structure as noted on the plans and detail.