Specifications.pdf

SECTION C

SPECIFICATIONS FOR FOREST LODGE WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENTS

DATED 5-2-2018

SECTION 011000 – SUMMARY

SECTION 011400 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 012700 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY CONTROL

SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 017000 - EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 017320 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

SECTION 221353 - FACILITY SEPTIC, PUMP TANKS, PIPE, PUMPS & DRAIN FIELD

SECTION 260500 - BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

SECTION 311100 - SITE CLEARING

SECTION 312000 - EARTH MOVING

SECTION 329200 - TURF AND GRASSES

SECTION 011000 – SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Project Name and Location: Forest Lodge Wastewater Improvements. Located in Cable, Wisconsin in Bayfield County, on the Great Divide Ranger District of the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest. Address is 22230 Garmisch Road, Cable, WI 54821.

B. Project Summary Description: The project includes the replacement of the current wastewater system and the removal of the existing wastewater systems. Work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Mobilization to site.

2. Pump and remove five septic tanks three dry wells and two lift stations, along with all vent pipes, inspection ports and other appurtenances related to the existing wastewater systems.

3. Remove one underground fuel oil tank.

4. Abandon one potable water well.

5. Furnish and install two each duplex pump systems with combination septic/pump chambers.

6. Furnish and install one each quadplex pump system with pump chamber.

7. Furnish and install one septic tank.

8. Furnish and install approximately 655 feet of 4” PVC and HDPE gravity sewer with cleanouts, 575’ of 2” insulated HDPE with heat tape force main, 302’ of 2” HDPE force main and 3322’ of 4” HDPE force main by open trench and/or directional drilling.

9. Site clearing, site preparation and construction of four pressurized drain fields with all associated piping, observation ports, insulated access boxes, marker posts, etc. for a turn-key system.

10. Perform all septic system leak tests.

11. Perform all site restoration.

12. Perform all system commissioning.

C. Government or Owner refers to the USDA Forest Service. Contracting Officer (CO) refers to the person assigned by the USDA Forest Service to administer the Contract. Soon after Contract award, the Contracting Officer will designate a Contracting Officers Representative (COR).

1.2 REQUIREMENTS OF THE OFFER’S PROPOSAL

A. The Government DRAWINGS and SPECIFICATIONS are the basis for this Contract.

B. Those products listed in the SPECIFICATIONS are preferred products, chosen for compatibility, longevity, durability and quality. Equal or better alternatives submitted by the OFFERER will be considered, but must be approved by the CO/COR prior to use in the Project.

Bidders are cautioned to bid the Project as designed, as assumed equal or better alternatives may not be accepted by the Government and the selected Contractor will be required to provide the Work as specified.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS & PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 011000

SECTION 011400 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. The Government will conduct a pre-construction survey with the Contractor to review and document the existing project conditions prior to construction.

B. The Contractor shall perform all work without disruption to the Forest Lodge operations. No work is permitted without written authorization on Government Holidays or weekends.

C. The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the work in areas indicated.

1. Confine operations at the site to areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which Work is indicated.

2. Schedule deliveries to minimize on-site storage of material and equipment.

3. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Take precautions to protect the public during the construction period.

4. Limited space on the premises is available for the Contractor's storage and related activities, as staked by the Government.

5. Existing materials and equipment that are removed as part of the construction operations, and that are not reused or salvaged as Government property, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be promptly removed from the site.

1.3 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

A. The Government and Public will occupy the site during the construction. Cooperate with the Government's representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government and Public usage. Perform the Work in a manner that does not interfere with the Government and Public’s operations.

B. Forest Lodge will be in operation during the construction of the new wastewater system.

Wastewater facilities shall not be shut down longer than 48 hours at any time. The Contractor shall provide a written plan to the COR explaining in detail their plan to accomplish the work without shutting down the system for longer than 48 hours.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) & PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 011400

SECTION 012700 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes:

1. Description of work included under each pay item

2. Measurement and payment criteria applicable to the work performed.

3. Defect assessment and non-payment for rejected work.

1.2 AUTHORITY

A. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will take all measurements and compute quantities accordingly.

1.3 MEASUREMENT OF QUANTITIES

A. Linear Measurement: Measured by the linear dimension, (i.e. LF = lineal foot), at the item centerline or mean chord. Measurement will be made to the nearest given linear unit.

B. Each: Measured by the number of individual items of work completed.

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

D. Actual Quantities (AQ): These quantities denote completed units of work, as described in the Contract, including all necessary materials, equipment, and labor, to complete the job. They will be measured in the field.

E. Designed Quantities (DQ) - These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, drawings, and the presentation in the contract. Changes in the quantity of units SHOWN in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS may be authorized under any of the following conditions:

1. As a result of changes in the work authorized by the Contracting Officer.

2. As a result of the Contracting Officer determining that errors exist in the original design data used to determine designed quantities, which cause a pay item to change by 15 percent or more.

3. As a result of the Contractor submitting to the Contracting Officer a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design data used to determine design quantities that cause a pay item total to change by 15 percent or more. The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error.

1.4 PAYMENT

A. Payment Includes: Full compensation for all required labor, products, tools, equipment, plant, transportation, services, and incidentals; erection, application, or installation of an item of the Work; overhead and profit.

1. "Incidentals" are to be considered as an additional obligation to the other work required for the item(s). Incidental work is not payable directly, but is to be considered included in the contract price for the item(s) of work specified.

2. All work not specifically identified as a separate bid item is "Incidental".

B. The accepted quantities will be paid for at the contract unit price for each item as shown in the Schedule of Items.

C. Payment will not be made for any of the following:

1. Products or construction placed beyond the lines and levels of the required work.

2. Products or construction determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

4. Products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.

5. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

D. DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS

The following information describes what specific items of work are included in each bid item.

1. MOBILIZATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of preparatory work and operations necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site, and for all other work and operations that must be performed or that cause costs to be incurred prior to beginning work for the Project Work. The cost of premiums paid for performance and payment bonds are considered incidental to this item and will not be paid for separately. The maximum price bid for this mobilization may not exceed 10% of the total contract bid price.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

2. REMOVE COW PALACE LIFT STATION & TANK

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of pumping all waste from the tanks by a licensed septic pumping company, the proper disposal of the waste, the complete removal of the septic tank and lift station and the proper disposal of the tank material off of Government property. Removal of associated piping connecting tanks to other structures or other septic tanks and backfilling the open excavation is incidental to the tank removal. Work shall also include removal of all lift station control panels and alarms, posts, exposed wiring, vent pipes, observation pipes and any other accessory for the existing septic system.

3. REMOVE MAIN LODGE SEPTIC TANKS & DRY WELL

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of pumping all waste from the septic tanks and any liquid waste from the drywell by a licensed septic pumping company, the proper disposal of the waste, the complete removal of the septic tanks, dry well, associated piping connecting the septic tanks and dry well to other structures, vent pipes, observation pipes and any other accessory for the existing septic system and the proper disposal of the material off of Government property. Backfilling the open excavations is incidental to the removal and disposal.

4. REMOVE MAID’S QUARTERS SEPTIC TANK & DRY WELL

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of pumping all waste from the septic tank and any liquid waste from the drywell by a licensed septic pumping company, the proper disposal of the waste, the complete removal of the septic tank, dry well, associated piping connecting the septic tank and dry well to other structures, vent pipes, observation pipes and any other accessory for the existing septic system and the proper disposal of the material off of Government property. Backfilling the open excavations is incidental to the removal and disposal.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

5. REMOVE GUEST HOUSE SEPTIC TANK & DRYWELL

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of pumping all waste from the septic tank and any liquid waste from the drywell by a licensed septic pumping company, the proper disposal of the waste, the complete removal of the septic tank, dry well, associated piping connecting the septic tank and dry well to other structures, vent pipes, observation pipes and any other accessory for the existing septic system and the proper disposal of the material off of Government property. Backfilling the open excavations is incidental to the removal and disposal.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

6. REMOVE COW PALACE UNDERGROUND FUEL OIL TANK

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of all labor, equipment and materials needed for the complete removal of the underground fuel oil tank located at the Cow Palace. Work shall also include backfilling void, removing all fuel oil piping inside and outside of the building, patching of any holes due to piping removal and all incidental work related to the removal of the fuel oil tank.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

7. ABANDON COW PALACE WELL

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of all labor, equipment and materials needed for the complete well abandonment by a State of Wisconsin Licensed Well Driller per State Regulations and further requirements listed in these specifications.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

8. REMOVE GATE HOUSE SEPTIC TANK & LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of pumping all waste from the tanks by a licensed septic pumping company, the proper disposal of the waste, the complete removal of the septic tank and lift station and the proper disposal of the tank material off of Government property. Removal of associated piping connecting tanks to other structures or other septic tanks and backfilling the open excavation is incidental to the tank removal. Work shall also include removal of all lift station control panels and alarms, posts, exposed wiring, vent pipes, observation pipes and any other accessory for the existing septic system.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

9. NEW COW PALACE LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of furnishing and installing the new cow palace lift station as a turn-key system and shall include all new equipment as shown in the specifications and drawings to include excavation, new septic/pump tank, insulation, bedding material, lids/hatches, signs, vent, pumps, rail systems, connections to the force mains, galvanized lifting chain, floats with weights, float support brackets, valves, pipe, fittings, pipe seals, new duplex control panel, junction box, control panel wood structure, PVC conduit for electrical wiring, installation of new electrical service, warning tape, trenching, backfilling, compacting, grading area around lift station, hauling away of excess material, and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include the vacuum test and pump test to ensure there are no leaks and the pumps work as specified.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

10. NEW COW PALACE INTERIOR SAW CUT 4” GRAVITY SEWER LINES

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all Cow

Palace interior 4” SCH 40 PVC gravity sewer and drain pipe, including concrete saw cutting, trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, floor drain structures, backfill, compacting, concrete patching and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include connections to the new exterior Cow Palace gravity sewer lines and removal and reinstallation of interior carpentry needed to install the piping.

b. Measurement: Lineal Foot (AQ)

11. NEW COW PALACE EXTERIOR 4” GRAVITY SEWER LINES

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all Cow

Palace exterior 4” SCH 40 PVC gravity sewer pipe, including crawl space core drilling and stubbing, trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include connections to the Cow Palace lift station.

b. Measurement: Lineal Foot (AQ)

12. NEW 2” COW PALACE INSULATED FORCE MAIN WITH HEAT TAPE

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all insulated 2” HDPE pipe with heat tracer conduit tube and heat tape, including trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and/or tracer wire, connection to the Cow Palace lift station and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include furnishing, installing and connecting heat tape at the Cow Palace lift station control panel.

b. Measurement: Lineal Foot (AQ)

13. NEW 2” COW PALACE UNINSULATED FORCE MAIN

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all uninsulated 2” HDPE pipe, including trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and/or tracer wire, connection to the Cow Palace lift station insulated HDPE pipe, connection to the Main Lift station and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation.

b. Measurement: Lineal Foot (AQ)

14. INSULATED TRENCH USING 4” STYROFOAM

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of furnishing and installing 4” rigid insulation over the utility lines as called for on the drawings and measured by the linear foot of pipe the insulation covers. This item does not include any other item associated with the utility line it covers as those items are included in the individual utility line Pay Items.

b. Measurement: Linear Foot (AQ)

15. NEW GATE HOUSE SEPTIC TANK

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of furnishing, placing, vacuum test for leaks, lids, risers, signs, filters, insulation, bedding material, excavating, all internal baffles, backfilling, compacting, hauling away of excess material and all incidentals for a complete and professional installation.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

16. NEW GATE HOUSE GRAVITY SEPTIC LINES TO MAIN LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all 4”

SCH 40 PVC gravity sewer pipe, including basement wall core drilling, trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include connections to the gate house septic tank and main lift station.

b. Measurement: Linear Foot (AQ)

17. NEW MAIN LODGE GRAVITY SEPTIC LINES TO LODGE LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all 4”

SCH 40 PVC gravity sewer pipe, including, trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include connections to the lodge lift station.

b. Measurement: Linear Foot (AQ)

18. NEW MAID’S QUARTERS GRAVITY SEPTIC LINE TO LODGE LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all 4”

HDPE gravity sewer pipe by directional boring, furnishing new pipe, tracer wire, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include connections to the main lift station.

b. Measurement: Linear Foot (AQ)

19. NEW GUEST HOUSE GRAVITY SEPTIC LINE TO LODGE LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all 4”

SCH 40 PVC gravity sewer pipe, including basement wall core drilling, trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include connections to the main lift station.

b. Measurement: Linear Foot (AQ)

20. NEW GUEST HOUSE INTERIOR SEWER LINE REROUTING

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all the internal basement gravity sewer line rerouting needed to connect the existing sewer line in the basement to the new external gravity sewer line exiting the basement wall.

This shall include furnishing all new 4” SCH 40 PVC gravity sewer pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, hangers, and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation to connect the existing sewer in the Guest House basement to the new gravity sewer line

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

21. NEW LODGE LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of furnishing and installing the new lodge lift station as a turn-key system and shall include all new equipment as shown in the specifications and drawings to include excavation, new septic/pump tank, insulation, bedding material, hatches, signs, vent, pumps, rail systems, connections to the force mains, galvanized lifting chain, floats with weights, float support brackets, valves, pipe, fittings, pipe seals, new duplex control panel, junction box, control panel wood structure, PVC conduit for electrical wiring, installation of new electrical service, warning tape, trenching, backfilling, compacting, grading area around lift station, hauling away of excess material, and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include the vacuum test and pump test to ensure there are no leaks and the pumps work as specified.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

22. NEW 2” LODGE LIFT STATION TO MAIN LIFT STATION INSULATED FORCE

MAIN WITH HEAT TAPE

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all insulated 2” HDPE pipe with heat tracer conduit tube and heat tape, including directional boring, trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and/or tracer wire and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include furnishing, installing and connecting heat tape at the Main Lift station control panel.

b. Measurement: Lineal Foot (AQ)

23. NEW MAIN LIFT STATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of furnishing and installing the new main lift station as a turn-key system and shall include all new equipment as shown in the specifications and drawings to include excavation, new pump tank, insulation, bedding material, hatches, signs, vent, pumps, rail systems, connections to the force mains, galvanized lifting chain, floats with weights, float support brackets, valves, pipe, fittings, pipe seals, new quadplex control panel, junction box, control panel wood structure, PVC conduit for electrical wiring, installation of new electrical service, warning tape, trenching, backfilling, compacting, grading area around lift station, hauling away of excess material, and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. This work shall also include the vacuum test and pump test to ensure there are no leaks and the pumps work as specified.

24. NEW 4” FORCE MAIN TO DRAIN FIELDS

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete installation of all 4”

HDPE pipe, including directional drilling, trenching, bedding material, furnishing new pipe, installation, joints, couplers, fittings, backfill, compacting, marking tape and/or tracer wire, connection to the Main Lift station, connection to the individual drain field manifold pipes and any other incidental that is required to provide a complete installation. Insulation required over the force mains per detail sheet shall be incidental to the cost of the force main.

b. Measurement: Lineal Foot (AQ)

25. DRAIN FIELD AREA CLEARING

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete removal of all trees, stumps, vegetation, brush, rocks over 12” in any dimension and all similar material from the drain field clearing area as shown on the drawings and dispose of properly off of Government property. Clearing efforts to place any other structures shall be incidental to that Pay Item.

b. Measurement: Acre (AQ)

26. NEW DRAIN FIELDS

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete construction of four

(4) drain fields as shown on the drawings by a State of Wisconsin licensed septic system installer. Work shall include all site preparation EXCEPT for drain field area clearing which is paid for under a separate Pay Item. This item also includes, but is not limited to, furnishing and installing all marker posts, inspection ports, valves, insulated access boxes, chambers, effluent distribution piping, orifice shields, zip ties, manifold piping, transition fittings, insulation over manifold piping, hauling away excess soil, final grading and any other incidental item needed to provide a turn-key drain field. Seeding of the drain fields is included in Site Restoration.

b. Measurement: Each (LSQ)

27. SEWER CLEAN OUTS, EXTERIOR ONLY

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of furnishing and installing exterior clean outs as shown on the drawings. Work shall include all excavation, transition fittings, caps, marker posts, backfill and any other incidental to provide a complete and functional clean out.

b. Measurement: Each (AQ)

28. SITE RESTORATION

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of all final grading, seeding, site cleanup, patching of damaged pavement, removal of excess material and all other activities related to leaving the site in a condition equal to or better than the original condition.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ)

29. COMMISSIONING OF SYSTEM

a. Description of work: This work shall consist of the complete demonstration and training of Forest Service personnel of the proper Operation and Maintenance of the new wastewater system using Contractor supplied Operation and Maintenance Manuals.

b. Measurement: Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ)

PART 2 - PRODUCTS & PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 012700

SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes certain administrative provisions for managing and coordinating construction operations.

1.2 GENERAL PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

1.3 CONSERVATION

A. Use best management practices for the conservation of energy, water and materials during construction operations.

1.4 SPILL AND EROSION CONTROL

A. Spill and Erosion Control Plans: Develop plans to minimize erosion. Develop plans to provide for containment of hazardous materials and unplanned spills.

1.5 ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL

A. In addition to meeting the requirements of FAR 52.236-6 for an on-site Project Superintendent, the Contractor shall provide other administrative and supervisory personnel as required for performance of the Work.

1.6 CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

A. Pre-construction Conference: The Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative will schedule a pre-construction conference before starting construction at a time and place agreeable and convenient to both the Contractor and Government and will review responsibilities and personnel assignments in accordance with FAR 52.236-26

B. Progress Meetings: Progress meetings at the Project Site shall be conducted at regular intervals.

Dates of meetings shall be coordinated with preparation of the payment request in accordance with FAR 52.232-5.

1. Agenda: Include topics for discussion as appropriate to the status of the Project. Include review of the Contractor's Construction Schedule and of the present and future needs of each entity present.

2. Schedule Updating: If the progress of the work falls behind the approved Contractor’s Construction Schedule, the Contractor shall submit a supplementary schedule for approval by the Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR 52.236-15. The Forest Lodge site can be a very busy location. The COR will keep the Contractor informed of any large group events that may impact certain aspects of work. It is imperative the Contractor provide an accurate Work Schedule to the COR and shall update it whenever the current Work Schedule is not accurate.

1.7 SUBMITTALS

A. Spill and Erosion Control Plans shall be submitted within 5 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

B. Staff Names: Within 5 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, submit a list of principal staff assignments, including the Superintendent and other primary personnel. Identify individuals by name, duties and responsibilities, home address, and business/cell and home (in case of emergencies after hours) telephone numbers. Post copies of this list in the temporary field office (if present).

C. Construction Schedules shall be submitted as directed in FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Prior to installations, require the installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed.

B. Construction in Progress: Keep construction in progress, adjoining materials in place, and clean during handling and installation. Apply protective enclosures or coverings for protection from damage or deterioration.

C. Completed Construction: Clean completed construction and provide maintenance to prevent damage, soiling or other deterioration through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to assure operability without damage.

D. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to prevent exposure of any part of construction, completed or in progress, to harmful, dangerous, damaging or otherwise deleterious conditions during the construction period.

END OF SECTION 013100

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section and FAR 52.236-21 include requirements for Shop Drawings, as defined by

FAR 52.236-21 and Designs. Shop drawings and Designs may include drawings, specifications, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, schedules, performance and test data furnished by the Contractor to explain in detail specific portions of the work required by the Contract.

B. This section includes requirements for Samples. Samples may include mailed samples, field samples or mock-ups of full-size physical examples erected on-site or elsewhere.

C. This section includes requirements for Product Data. Product Data includes manufacturer's standard catalogs, manuals, pamphlets and other printed materials, and includes but is not limited to the following: product specifications and installation instructions, color charts and catalog cuts, rough-in diagrams and templates, wiring diagrams, performance curves, operational range diagrams, mill reports, test reports, shop drawings and code approvals.

D. This section includes other quality assurance submittals such as certifications of compliance or conformance, manufacturer's instructions and field reports, and mix designs.

1.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

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

1. Allow 15 calendar days each for submittal review, corrections following the initial review and re-submittal review before activities scheduled after the submittal approval.

2. Incomplete submittals will be returned to the Contractor with no further review. Delays due to incomplete or rejected submittals will not be excused with no compensation in the form of monetary or time being provided to the Contractor.

3. When the Contractor desires to submit for approval a product for an “approved equal”, the Contractor MUST provide documentation of the original specified product and the Contractor proposed product in a side-by-side comparison, such as a table, which clearly demonstrates the Contractor proposed product meets or exceeds the originally specified product. If this comparison is not done the first time it is submitted, the proposed product will be rejected AND THE CONTRACTOR WILL HAVE TO PROVIDE THE

SPECIFIED PRODUCT. THE GOVERNMENT WILL NOT REVIEW A

SECOND PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL.

4. Submittal Transmittal: Transmit each submittal from the Contractor to the Government by use of one transmittal form per submittal. Transmittal format to be approved by CO, and shall include the following information on the transmittal form.

a. Project name and Forest Service contract number.

b. Date.

c. Name, address and telephone number of firm or entity that prepared the submittal

d. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier, etc. as applicable.

e. Category and description of submittal.

f. Section of Specifications or Drawing sheet number the Submittal is representing.

g. Certification by Contractor stating that submittal complies with the Contract, or statement of deviations from the requirements of the Contract.

h. Signature of transmitter.

i. Space to record Contractor's review and approval markings, and for Government response.

B. Submit 3 hardcopies of each submittal to the COR for review unless otherwise stated. One copy will be returned to the Contractor and two copies will be retained, one for the COR and one for the Inspector.

1.3 SHOP DRAWINGS AND DESIGNS

A. Submit originally prepared information, drawn accurately to scale.

B. Submittals: Submit three blue-line or black-line prints of each drawing submittal. One print will be marked with action taken and returned. Distribution: When submittal is approved, the Contractor shall prepare and submit three final copies.

C. Shop drawings shall be done in AutoCAD format. Upon final approval the drawings shall be sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

D. Specifications shall be done in Microsoft Word format and a copy sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

1.4 PRODUCT DATA

A. Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each system or element of construction.

Mark each copy to show specific product choices and options applicable to the project.

Product Data shall include the following information, where applicable:

1. Manufacturer's printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing standards.

4. Applicability of testing agency labels and seals.

5. Notation of dimensions verified for fit by field measurements.

6. Notation of coordination requirements.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Prior to submittal of complete Product Data, submit a preliminary single copy of that part of Product Data when selection of options is required, such as for color charts. Preliminary submittal will be returned, with selection noted, for the Contractor's use in subsequent submittals.

C. Submittals: Unless otherwise indicated, submit 3 copies of each Product Data submittal. Two copies will be retained, and the remaining copy will be marked with action taken and returned.

D. Material and Product substitution shall be in accordance with FAR 52.211-6 and Section 013300-1.2.A.3.

1.5 SAMPLES

A. Submit full-size, fully fabricated samples, cured and finished in the manner specified.

Samples shall be physically identical to the material or product proposed for use.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Where color, pattern, texture or similar characteristics are to be selected from a manufacturer's range of standard choices, submit a preliminary single set sample of available choices when required by the CO.

1.6 OTHER QUALITY ASSURANCE SUBMITTALS

A. Submit other quality assurance submittals in compliance with requirements in the individual specification sections.

1.7 REVIEW ACTION ON SUBMITTALS

A. Except for submittals for the record or for information or for another purpose where no action and return is required, the Government will review submittals and mark returned copies to indicate action taken within a maximum time period of 15 calendar days.

B. Submittals that do not contain an appropriate marking of approval by the Government shall not be used for construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not applicable)

END OF SECTION 013300

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section, FAR 52.246-1 and FAR 52.246-12 include requirements for quality control services to verify quality assurance requirements specified elsewhere in the Contract.

B. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent tests.

C. This section includes requirements for quality control services such as soil density compaction, concrete mix and strength testing, sewer line pressure tests and bedding and sand gradation tests per WisDOT.

D. The quality control services include tests and related actions, including reports, performed by the Contractor, independent agencies or governing authorities.

1.2 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor Responsibilities: The Contractor shall provide for tests, inspections and other quality control services where specified in the Contract or when required by authorities having jurisdiction. Costs for these services are included in the Contract price. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government.

B. The Contractor is responsible for all survey work associated with this project unless specified elsewhere.

C. The Contractor shall employ and pay for a qualified independent testing agency (Agency) to perform the quality control services.

D. Retesting: The Contractor is responsible for retesting, including repeated inspections and other services, where results of the initial tests, inspections or other quality control services indicate noncompliance with the requirements of the Contract.

E. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with others performing required tests, inspections and other quality control services, shall provide access to the work, and shall furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate inspections and tests.

F. Take adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing or assist the Agency in taking samples.

1. Deliver samples to testing laboratories.

2. Provide security and protection of samples and test equipment at the Project site.

G. The Agency shall provide qualified personnel to perform required inspections and tests.

H. The Agency shall notify the Government and the Contractor of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of their services.

I. The Agency is not authorized to change requirements of the Contract or approve or accept any portion of the Work. The Agency shall not perform any duties of the Contractor.

1.3 QUALIFICATIONS OF INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCIES

A. A qualified independent testing Agency shall be an accredited entity engaged to perform tests or inspections, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those tests or inspections.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Reports: The Contractor shall submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each test, inspection or other quality control service to the Government.

B. Written reports shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making the test or inspection.

6. Designation of the work and test method.

7. Identifications of product and specification section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with

Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting.

C. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For the Government's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

END OF SECTION 014000

SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. General Explanation: Specification language often includes terms that are defined elsewhere in the Contract including the Construction Clauses. Certain terms are defined in this section. These definitions or explanations are not necessarily complete or exclusive, but are general for the Work and may be explained more explicitly in other sections.

B. "General Conditions" refer collectively to the Construction Contract Clauses, Labor Standards and the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Decision bound into the specifications.

C. "Indicated" refers to graphic representations, notes or schedules on the Drawings, or to requirements elsewhere in the Specifications or other Contract Documents. Terms such as "shown", "noted", "scheduled" and "specified" have the same meaning as "indicated" and are used to further help locate the reference, but no limitation on location is intended except as specifically stated.

D. Where "directed", "authorized", "selected", "approved", or a similar term is used in conjunction with the Contractor's submittals, applications, requests and other activities, and the specifications state that an individual other than the Contracting Officer (CO) shall provide this action, it is understood that only the CO has this authority unless the individual stated is so authorized in writing by the CO.

1. When the individual is so authorized by the CO, the Contractor may still appeal the action to the CO.

2. The CO’s decision will be final.

3. In no case shall the CO action be interpreted as releasing the Contractor from responsibility to fulfill the requirements of the Contract.

E. "Regulations" include laws, ordinances, statutes and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, as well as rules, conventions and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the Work.

F. "Project site" refers to the space available to the Contractor for performance of the Work, either exclusively or in conjunction with others performing other work.

G. "Furnish" means to supply and deliver to the Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembling, installation and similar operations.

H. "Install" describes operations at the Project site, including unloading, temporary storage, unpacking, assembling, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations.

I. "Provide" means to furnish and install, complete in place and ready for full use.

J. "Cutting" refers to removal of material by cutting, sawing, drilling, , coring, breaking, chipping, grinding, excavating and similar operations.

K. "Patching" refers to restoration of a surface to its original completed condition by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing and similar operations.

L. "Installer" is the Contractor or another entity engaged by the Contractor, either directly or indirectly through subcontracting, to perform a particular construction operation at the Project site, including installation, erection, application and similar operations. Installers shall be skilled in the operations they perform.

M. "Testing agency" or "testing laboratory" is an independent entity engaged to perform specific inspections or tests, either at the Project site or elsewhere, and to report the results of those inspections and tests.

N. "Notice to Proceed" is the CO’s notification by letter to the Contractor to proceed with the Contract, activating the time period for construction and establishing the completion date.

1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS

A. Applicability of Standards: Unless the Contract includes more stringent requirements, applicable construction industry standards have the same force and effect, to the extent referenced, as if bound or copied directly into the Contract. Such standards are made a part of the Contract by reference.

B. Codes: The Work shall be performed in compliance with the latest editions of the following codes:

IMC, NEC, IBC and IPC.

C. All septic work shall generally comply with the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Safety and Buildings SBD-10705-P and SBD-10706- P. No septic permits are required for this project as it is on Federal Land. However, the design has followed the references for all practical purposes along with other industry standard practices and more stringent codes. Any proposed deviations must be submitted to the CO who will discuss with the design engineer. The design engineer has the final word as to if a design change will be allowed.

D. The Contractor shall comply with the Forest Service Health and Safety Code Handbook, FSH

6709.11 available at http://www.fs.fed.us/im/directives/fsh/6709.11/FSH6709.pdf.

E. Conflicting Requirements. Where compliance with two or more standards is specified, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties, and requirements that are different but apparently equal, to the CO in writing for a decision before proceeding.

F. Abbreviations: Names and titles of standards are frequently abbreviated. Abbreviations and acronyms used in the Contract mean the recognized name of a trade association, standards-producing organization, authority having jurisdiction or other entity applicable to the context of the particular provision. Except as otherwise indicated, refer to the current editions of the following publications for abbreviations:

http://www.fs.fed.us/im/directives/fsh/6709.11/FSH6709.pdf

1. "Encyclopedia of Associations: National Organizations of the U.S.", published by Gale Research.

2. "National Trade and Professional Associations of the United States", published by Columbia Books.

3. "Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary - New Unabridged Edition" published by R.S.

Means Company, Inc.

G. Abbreviations: Names and titles of standards are frequently abbreviated. Abbreviations and acronyms used in the Contract mean the associated names. The following names may be referenced in the Contract:

1. AASHTO - American Association of State Highway and Transportation

2. ACI - American Concrete Institute

3. ADA – American’s with Disabilities Act

4. ADAAG – Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

5. AI - Asphalt Institute

6. AISC - American Institute of Steel Construction

7. AITC - American Institute of Timber Construction

8. ALSC – American Lumber Standard Committee

9. ANSI - American National Standards Institute

10. ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers International

11. ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

12. AWPA - American Wood-Preservers' Association

13. AWS - American Welding Society

14. AWWA - American Water Works Association

15. CABO - Council of American Building Officials

16. CFR - Code of Federal Regulations

17. CRSI - Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute

18. CS - Commercial Standard (U.S. Dept. of Commerce)

19. CSI - Construction Specifications Institute

20. DOT – Department of Transportation

21. EIA - Electronic Industries Association

22. EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

23. FS - Federal Specification (Publications available from GSA)

24. GSA - General Services Administration

25. IBC – International Building Code

26. IFC – International Fire Code

27. IPC – International Plumbing Code

28. ICBO – International Conference of Building Officials

29. MCAA – Mechanical Contractors Association of America

30. MSS-Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry Inc.

31. NECA – National Electrical Contractors Association

32. NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association

33. NEC – National Electrical Code

34. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

35. OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (U.S. Dept. of Labor)

36. PCA - Portland Cement Association

37. SSPC - Steel Structures Painting Council - The Society for Protective Coatings

38. UFAS – Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

39. UL - Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

40. IMC – International Mechanical Code

41. IPC – International Plumbing Code

42. USDA - U.S. Department of Agriculture

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

END OF SECTION 014200

SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Provide temporary utilities, support facilities, sanitary facilities, protection, and controls required for construction activities in accordance with this specification and FAR 52.236-10. Provide project work signs and secured areas to direct safe construction operations. Provide a self-contained toilet(s) on site for use by the Contractor. The Forest Lodge site can be a very busy location. The Contractor will be required to provide proper barricades, safety signs, etc. to control their work and shall work closely with the COR to provide a safe and efficient work site. The COR will keep the Contractor informed of any large group events that may impact certain aspects of work. It is imperative the Contractor provide an accurate Work Schedule to the COR and shall update it whenever the current Work Schedule is not accurate.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with industry standards, codes, and with applicable laws and regulations.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. Temporary Utility Services: Provide as needed to keep normal site operations from being interrupted. Electricity and water will be available at the job site for the Contractor to use appropriately. Excessive use will not be allowed. Existing septic systems will not be used by the Contractor.

3.2 TEMPORARY SUPPORT FACILITIES

A. Provide temporary enclosures for protection of construction as needed. Collect waste from construction areas and elsewhere daily.

3.3 TEMPORARY PROTECTION FACILITIES

A. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with standards and code requirements for erecting structurally adequate barricades. Paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs to inform personnel and the public of the hazard involved.