FW LO Renovations specs.pdf

CSI SPECIFICATION INDEX

FOR

Kaibab National Forest

Williams Ranger District 2023 - Volunteer Fire Lookout

Environmental and Renovation Work

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 – SUMMARY OF WORK

01030 – NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL

01103 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

01300 – SUBMITTALS

01601 – MOBILIZATION

01620 – STORAGE AND PROTECTION

01710 – CLEANING

01730 – OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE DATA

DIVISION 2 – SITE WORK

02665 – WATERLINES AND APPURTENANCES

02731 – GRAY WATER DISPOSAL SYSTEMS

DIVISION 6 – WOOD

06100 – CARPENTRY

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07212 – VAPOR BARRIER, RADIANT BARRIER, AND REFLECTIVE INSULATION . 40

07621 – METAL WALL FLASHING

DIVISION 8 – DOORS AND WINDOWS

08100 – DOOR AND COUNTERBALANCE UNIT

08561 – WINDOWS

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09652 – FLOORING

09771 – PLANK AND WOOD MOLDING WAINSCOT SYSTEM

09900 – PAINTING AND GRAFFITI PROTECTION

DIVISION 10 – FURNISHINGS

10800 – CABIN FURNITURE AND KITCHEN ACCESSORIES

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13100 – LIGHTNING PROTECTION

13281 – LBP/ACM ABATEMENT

DIVISION 15 - MECHANICAL

15100 – PROPANE PIPING & GRAVITY DIRECT VENT WALL HEATER

DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL

16403 – ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION AND BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

END OF SPECIFICATION INDEX

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 – SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 – Location

There is one (1) fire lookout tower location on the Williams Ranger District where the work shall be performed within the Kaibab National Forest. This location is on an administrative site that sit on the Navajo Army Depot, which consists of a lookout tower. There is a toilet, and cabin at the site that do not belong to the Forest Service. The scope of work described here applies to the lookout steel cabin, tower structure on site.

A) Volunteer Lookout

This location is approximately 14 miles west of Flagstaff. To get to Volunteer, go west on Interstate 40, then turn south at the Bellemont exit, check-in will need to happen with the Navajo Army Depot and they will ensure the travel route to the tower is safe. The roadway is fair with a few sandy areas before the road starts towards the mountain top. The road to the mountain top is more winding and steep. Four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended to reach the site. It is highly recommended to have a four-wheel drive vehicle to transport supplies and materials to the site.

There is a small parking area at the site, which can accommodate at least two (2) standard vehicles. Coordinates for the Volunteer fire lookout tower site are N35.217970 W111.895450, elevation is approximately 8,047 feet.

1.2 – General

1. The intent of this project is to renovate the elevated fire lookout tower cabin. The interior cabin components show asbestos containing materials. The work shall be set in two phases.

Phase I is demolition, which will include removal of all existing components of the cabin, including abatement and proper disposal of Asbestos Containing Material (ACM).

Phase II includes all of the improvements to the tower, shower unit, including utilities. The renovation and utility improvements include providing and installing new flooring, subfloor, walls, framing, insulation, windows, ceiling, trim, fire finder support, kitchen cabinets, bookcase, direct vent wall heater, waterline system, electrical, painting, and reconnections of existing lightning protection system.

All work shall be completed in accordance with project specifications and construction drawings.

The work includes all labor, material, supervision, testing, and equipment necessary to perform all the operations for the work specified herein and as stated in the construction drawings.

The Contractor shall be responsible for any necessary site investigations for detailed and accurate material lists, and all field measurements necessary in order to complete the construction.

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2. Attention to detail and accurate field measurements of the existing materials are the responsibility of the Contractor and will be critical for the proper reconstruction of the lookout tower cabin walls, floor, and windows.

3. The drawings which accompany this project are meant for reference and bidding purposes only.

These drawings are not the original construction drawings, and although the requirements of these drawings are binding, the plans and elevations shown on them are not meant to be relied upon for construction.

1.3 – Description of Work – Volunteer

A. General:

The tower structure is a galvanized steel framed CL-100. It is an active, live-in cabin with a catwalk on a 30-foot elevated tower. The cabin is 14’x14’ and was erected in 1953. This cabin is built with steel framing, galvanized exterior metal siding, and wooden interior finishes. This cabin provides housing to the seasonal fire lookout personnel from May through October.

B. Environmental Work (Phase I): Specification 13281 describes the environmental work in these

Specifications.

The Environmental Work (Phase I) will be followed by Renovation Work (Phase II) to complete the cabin. Contractor shall coordinate both phases of work to minimize any time lapse. Weather will become a major factor affecting access to site, so renovation work shall start and continue until access is denied. Contractor shall provide and install plywood temporarily to seal the cabin if winter shut down becomes necessary. All exposed openings shall be coveredto secure the cabin

Volunteer Fire Lookout Tower

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and protect the floor and interior of the cabin, prior to leaving site when access is no longer available.

Specification 13281 addresses the environmental work, including building utility disconnects, testing, proper removal and disposal of the asbestos containing materials, required documentation and reporting.

The cabin has been tested for ACM presence and the results are listed within Specification 13281 in Table 1.

The cabin has been tested for Lead-Based Paint and the results showed a negative result per HUD/EPA. LBP results are available upon request.

All hazardous waste shall be manifested and delivered to an appropriate landfill for disposal.

Existing Utilities:

There are several existing utilities to be disconnected from the cabin prior to the removal and disposal of cabin components. Most of the work is described in detail in Specification 13281.

There is electricity at this site. Contractor is allowed to use the power at the site.

There is no water available at this site. Contractor is responsible for providing their own source of water.

Due to this site being located within a military site, the Contractor shall need to follow all protocols for entering and leaving the site.

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C. Photographs of Similar Cabin during renovation work. Similar cabin is Apache Maid Fire Lookout Cabin.

Photo 1 – Exterior steel siding and wood wall framing.

Photo 2 – Wood wall framing.

Photo 3 – Roof steel framing with intermediate wooden supports.

Photo 4 – Existing vent for wood stove. Wood stove removed.

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Phase II – Renovation Work

a) Reconstruction of the interior walls, including all wood framing, supports, insulation, and new interior wall finishes. Provide and install all necessary components of the new interior wall system per manufacturer’s instructions.

b) Provide and place new ceiling, including all proper subcomponents for new finish per manufacturer’s recommendations. Provide and install within the ceiling a new attic access as mentioned in these specifications. Provide all accessories, such as trim, molding, joints, adhesive, and any other necessary items.

c) Provide and install new windows throughout for this cabin per manufacturer’s instructions.

The window frames shall match existing exterior finish. All windows shall be safety glass, tempered.

d) Remove and reinstall the existing photovoltaic system including solar panel(s), wiring, charge controllers, regulators, battery(ies), inverter and all the necessary connections, including start/shut off components as needed for renovation work.

All wiring shall be placed in code approved conduit per NEC and UL listed. All electrical work for the existing PV system shall be installed per all applicable codes.

f) Contractor shall remove and replace the fire finder support in the same exact location and ensure no damage to the alade. Contractor is responsible for accurately recording and documenting the location of the fire finder support to be able to return the fire finder support to its exact location.

g) Provide and install new interior furnishings, including base cabinets, countertop, back splash, sink, faucet, wooden bookshelf, wooden control cabinet, and wooden twin size bed.

Photo 5 – New vent for refrigerator and range/stove appliances.

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h) Provide and install new bamboo wide plank flooring as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

i) Prepare interior surfaces of all unfinished wood components to receive new coatings prior to any applications.

k) Provide and install new gravity direct vent wall propane heater as recommended by manufacturer. Install shut off valve to new propane heater.

l) Provide and install new propane gas lines from the point of entrance beneath the cabin to all the appliances. Service shall be provided to refrigerator, stove/range, and new gravity direct vent wall heater. New roof penetration is necessary for venting purposes for the refrigerator and range/stove. All installations shall be installed per applicable codes and tested for leaks. All leaks shall be repaired and tested until there are no leaks. Provide and install ball valves for each appliance for future maintenance. Each valve shall be made accessible for maintenance or replacement.

m) Catwalk Counterbalancing System – A new counterbalancing system to be provided and installed for the existing galvanized grate door. New system shall be designed to uplift the weight and require no more than 10 lbs of opening force. A hold-open arm shall be provided and installed. Counterbalancing system, spring type, no pulley types, shall be intended for exterior exposure and installed per manufacturer’s recommendations.

n) Provide and install a pedestal equipped to provide water and electrical connections. The waterline shall be made to drain with a valve for winterization at end of each season. The pedestal shall connect to discharge side of pump. The electrical connections between the pump and pedestal shall be made compatible for proper operation. A threaded hosebib with valve shall be placed at the bottom of the tower to be able to use as a sampling point. Pedestal shall be lockable and able to fit a standard Padlock.

o) Provide and install new PEX waterlines throughout. Waterline shall be provided to the kitchen sink in the tower cabin and to the existing shower supply on-demand hot water heater.

p) Optional Item: Provide and install new hurricane accordion shutters over each of the windows per manufacturer’s recommendations. Shutters shall be capable of being locked with a padlock using a Forest Service padlock.

q) Optional Item: Provide and install new gray water disposal system. Gray water disposal system shall capture waste directly from the cabin kitchen sink and extend new waste line from existing shower facility. No permits shall be required.

r) Optional Item: Provide and apply cold galvanizing compound (high zinc content) system to protect entire exterior surfaces of the cabin, minor stairway and catwalk components, and the interior side of the cabin door. The zinc compound system shall be specifically for existing galvanized steel surfaces. Provide and apply per manufacturer’s instructions. All surfaces shall be prepared prior to any applications.

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1.4 – Examination of Sites

A. Bidders are encouraged to visit the sites, compare the drawings and specifications with any work in place, and inform themselves of all conditions, including other work, if any, being performed.

Failure to visit sites will in no way relieve the successful bidder from the necessity of furnishing any materials or performing any work that may be required to complete work in accordance with drawings and specifications, without additional cost to the Government.

B. Information regarding the sites of the work provided in drawings or specifications is believed to be reasonably correct, but the Government does not warrant either the completeness or accuracy of such information, and it is the responsibility of the contractor to verify all information independently and to make other examinations of the conditions to be encountered during construction.

C. The contractor acknowledges that he/she has investigated and satisfied himself/herself as to the conditions affecting the work, including, but not restricted to, those bearing upon transportation, disposal, handling and storage of materials, availability of labor, water, electric power, roads, and conditions of the ground, the character of equipment and facilities needed prior to and during prosecution of the work. The contractor further acknowledges that he/she is satisfied as to the character, quality, and quantity of surface and subsurface materials or obstacles to be encountered insofar as this information is reasonably ascertainable from as inspection of the sites. Any failure by the contractor to acquaint himself/herself with the available information will not relieve him/her from the responsibility for estimating properly the difficulty or cost of successfully performing the work.

D. Where Contractor bases his bid upon quantities scaled from Contract Drawings, he/she shall verify true scale with the COR prior to submitting his/her bid when scale is not shown or unclear.

1.5 – Timing of Work

Phase I, Environmental Testing work can start on September 8, 2015. The start date for demolition activities can begin on October 5, 2023. No restrictions are placed on weekend work.

The time to complete the work in this contract is set to be completed by April 30, 2024.

Weather normally starts impacting the road conditions in mid-november, which can prevent access to the lookout tower sites. Access to the lookout sites during bad road conditions is prohibited due to vehicles causing resource damage. Road conditions generally improve after winter in late March – early April to allow access to the lookout tower.

All work must be completed by April 30, 2024.

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If work is not completed, the remaining work shall be left in a safe condition. Contractor will be allowed to return to complete the remaining items on October 1, 2024, after lookout employee has been released from tower duties for the season.

1.6 – Government – Furnished Facilities

The site is available to the Contractor for staging and storage during the project. The site offers very limited room for staging, storage, and stay. Any damage resulting from the Contractor’s use of the sites will be repaired or replaced at the Contractor’s expense at the direction of the Contracting Officer’s Representative

Electricity is available at the site. Water and sanitary facilities are not available. Cell phone operation may be possible at site. All temporary services and use areas shall be completely removed and the areas restored upon completion of use. Transportation to and from the work site for the Contractor's personnel and materials will be provided at the Contractor's expense.

1.7 – Government – Furnished Products

1.8 – Material Sources

All materials shall be obtained from commercial sources unless noted otherwise. Materials referred to by trade name, make, or catalog number shall be regarded as establishing a standard of quality;

substitutions of equal quality can be made by submitting a data sheet of the proposed substituted item to the Contracting Officer’s Representative, for approval.

1.9 – Clean up and Disposal

Waste accumulation in approved containers and material staging is allowed at the site. Disposal of waste material will be off National Forest Land and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws regarding disposal of construction waste. Before final acceptance of the project by the Government, the Contractor shall remove from Government land all waste materials and rubbish resulting from this work.

1.10 – Precautionary Measures

A. Protection of Work: The Contractor shall take precautions to protect all work during the construction period. The Contractor shall provide and maintain adequate protection during severe weather conditions to prevent damage to the work, materials, and equipment. The existing elements of the lookout tower shall remain undamaged and structurally sound during all phases of this contract. Any damage to the towers, including site access gate, or their functional elements resulting from the Contractor’s work at the sites shall be immediately repaired at no additional cost to the Government.

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B. Safety: The Contractor is responsible for safeguarding employees, public, existing facilities, and forest resources from his/her operations. All operations shall comply with the requirements and restrictions of OSHA, the Arizona Occupational Safety and Health Code, and the Workman’s Compensation Board. The Contractor shall erect signs and barricades to make unguarded operations safe as required. Signs and barricades shall be maintained at night and on weekends.

Precautions such as safely storing materials shall be practiced to prevent injury to others in the area.

C. Security: Security is not provided by the Government. The Contractor shall take all precautions deemed necessary to secure the worksites, improvements and equipment. This may include security fencing at the Contractor’s discretion. Lookout towers are often prone to vandalism. It is therefore recommended that the Contractor make every attempt to bar public access to the lookout tower during periods of construction inactivity such as nights and weekends.

1.11 – Applicable Codes and Standards

All work shall conform to the latest editions of the International Building Code, American Welding Society Code, and the American Institute of Steel Construction. All environmental codes including RCRA and NESHAP shall be adhered by the Contractor. The site shall be closed to the public during construction.

1.12 – Subsurface Soils and Investigations

No auger boring tests were made in the area. Under supervision of the Engineer, the Contractor shall undertake any site investigations necessary to ascertain subsurface conditions.

END OF SPECIFICATION 01010

NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL – 01030 11

01030 – NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 – Description

This work consists of incorporating weed prevention and control within the project site. The Contractor shall prevent new weed infestations and the spread of existing weed infestations within the project site as specified herein.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

All fill and/or borrow material needed to meet contract requirements shall be coordinated with the Forest Service. The Contractor shall inform the C.O.R. of the location of the purchased and/or borrowed material location. The Forest Service shall be given a minimum of 10 working days to provide time on inspecting the source of backfill for potential weed infestation. Contractor will receive a response (approval/rejection) on the intended source. The Contractor shall not bring any material on site, purchase, or haul any backfill, until approval is given by the Forest Service

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 – Equipment

The Contractor shall ensure all equipment brought onto the forest is thoroughly washed/cleaned in order to remove all soil, vegetative matter, and other debris prior to entering the forest.

Particular attention shall be given to the under carriage and any other surface where soil containing weed seed and propagules may exist. All equipment shall be inspected by the Forest Service. Only construction and maintenance equipment, and the equipment necessary to transport said equipment shall be allowed to operate within the project area after it has been cleaned by the Contractor and inspected by the Forest Service. All subsequent move-ins of equipment to the project area shall be treated in the same manner as the initial move-in.

The Contractor shall employ cleaning methods, approved by the Forest Service, to ensure that construction and maintenance equipment is free of noxious weeds. Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seed, and other such debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Equipment or component disassembly, or the need for specialized tools, are not required.

Unless otherwise agreed, the Contractor shall give the Forest Service at least 24 hour notice when equipment is ready for inspection. Notification will include an agreed upon location where the equipment will be available for inspection by the Forest Service. Inspection will be required after every cleaning.

3.2 – General Project Work

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The Contractor shall minimize soil surface disturbance wherever possible.

New infestations of noxious weeds of concern to Forest Service and identified by either Contractor or Forest Service, on the project site or on haul routes the Contractor plans to use, shall be promptly reported to the other party. Contractor and Forest Service shall agree on treatment methods to reduce or prevent the spread of hazardous, invasive, and noxious plant species when new infestations are found. A current list of hazardous, invasive, and noxious plant species is available at each Forest Service office. A copy of this list as well as the Forest Service’s Best Management Practices will be submitted to the contractor.

A Noxious Weed Summary (“standards and guides”) will be submitted to the Contractor by the Government providing information about hazardous, invasive, and noxious plant species that may be encountered at the project sites or haul roads.

B. The three main weed species in this general area are

i) Diffuse knapweed

ii) Yellow starthistle

iii) Scotch thistle.

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 – Measurement

There will be no separate measurement of this item.

4.2 – Payment

This work is incidental to other items in the contract and direct separate payment will not be made.

END OF SPECIFICATION 01030

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01103 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.1 – Requirements:

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

1.2 – Measurement Terms and Definitions:

Unless otherwise specified, the following terms are defined as follows:

Each. One entire unit. The quantity is the actual number of units completed and accepted.

Linear foot. As applicable, measure the work along its length from end-to-end; parallel to the base or foundation; along the top; along the front face; or along the invert. Do not measure overlaps.

Lump sum. Do not measure directly. The bid amount is complete payment for all work described in the contract and necessary to complete the work for that item. The quantity is designated as "1."

Estimated quantities of lump sum work shown in the contract are approximate.

Square yard. 9 square feet. Longitudinal and transverse measurements for area computations will be made horizontally. No deductions from the area computation will be made for individual fixtures having area of 9 square feet or less.

1.3 – Units of Measurement

Payment will be by units defined and determined according to U.S. Standard measure.

END OF SPECIFICATION 01103

SUBMITTALS – 01300 14

01300 – SUBMITTALS

1.1 – Requirements

It will be the Contractor's responsibility to submit all items with such promptness as to cause no delay in the work. Approvals must be obtained before starting work which involves the item. Contractor shall allow ten (10) days for processing of submittals by the Government.

Submittals may also be referred to as SHOP DRAWINGS.

1.2 - Manufacturer's Literature and Shop Drawings

Submit two (2) copies to the Engineer for approval on the items required herein.

Submittal specifications are to be submitted in the following format:

A. The specifications and salient qualities of the item specified in the contract.

B. The specifications and salient qualities of the submittal item.

C. A listing of the differences and a comparison between the two, including but not limited to the structural qualities, operational qualities, any modifications necessary to accomplish installation of unit, and guarantee and warranty.

D. A cost comparison between the specified and submitted item(s) with the cost reduction benefit to the government or adequate justification for a cost increase to the government.

E. Shop drawings of submitted item(s) including wiring or layout diagrams.

If there are any modifications necessary to facilitate installation, a set of drawings showing installation of specified item and a set showing how the submittal item will be installed shall be submitted to the C.O.R.

If the specified item is to be accessible, the submittal item needs to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) or Forest Service Accessibility Guidelines and show to be installed for accessibility on submitted drawings, not just state it is available as accessible.

Submittals will be waived if Contractor furnishes exact item used for design when manufacturer's model, size, etc. are shown in the contract.

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Submittals are required per the following sections:

1. 01730 – Operations and Maintenance Data Manuals (2)

2. 02665 – Waterlines and Appurtenances Product Data – pex pipe, pex fittings, valves, hose bibs, enclosure, pedestal, and all related accessories.

3. 02731 – Gray Water Disposal System Product Data – 55 gallon drum, size, material, pipe, gravel material, and all accessories.

5. 06202 – Finish Carpentry

Trim, Cabinets, Countertop, Baseboard, Molding, Battens,

6. 07212 – Vapor Barrier, Radiant Barrier, and Reflective Insulation Product Data

7. 08100 – Door and Counterbalance Unit

Doors – Product information for threshold, and door sweep.

Counterbalance Unit – Product information, installation information, warranty, specification.

8. 08561 – New Windows & Accordion Hurricane Shutters Product Information – Horizontal Slider/Fixed Window Units Hardware, Fasteners Accordion Hurricane Shutters – Product information, installation information, color, warranty, material info, etc.

Window Blinds – Color, type of attachment, Type

9. 09652 – Flooring

Product Type, Samples, Product Data, Warranty, installation information, Color, Finish

10. 09771 – Plank & Wood Molding System Color – Samples, texture Product Data, including all accessories Installation Information Warranty

11. 09900 – Painting

Paint / color samples, specifications Zinc Compound – Product Data, Color Finish Top Coat – Exterior Metal Walls

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12. 13100 – Lightning Protection Ground Rods – Product Data Conductors – Product Data Fasteners, Bonding Connections – Product Data All other related accessories

13. 15100 – Propane Piping and Propane Heater Gravity Direct Vent Wall Furnace Smoke alarm Carbon Monoxide Detector Piping, Valves, Flex Connections

14. 16403 - Electrical Distribution and Building Electrical System Schematic Diagram LED Fixture

Other required submittals include all those as specified in the referenced Forest Service Specifications for this project.

END OF SPECIFICATION 01300

MOBILIZATION – 01601 17

DIVISION 1-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01601 – MOBILIZATION

1.1 - Description 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 on the various items on the project site.

None

PART 3 – EXECUTION

None

PART 4 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Progress payments will be made as follows:

The Contractor can request payment for performance and payment bonds. The amount of the premium, including coinsurance and reinsurance agreements, will be paid upon receipt of evidence of full payment to the surety. When separate payment for bonding cost is made, the bonding cost will be subtracted from the total contract amount for this pay item and the balance paid in accordance with the progress payment schedule outlined below.

(a) When 5 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other pay items, 50 percent of the amount for mobilization, or 5 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

(b) When 10 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other pay items, 100 percent of the amount for mobilization, or 10 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

(c) Upon completion of all work on the project, any unpaid amount for mobilization will be paid.

Any bonding costs in excess of the total contract amount of this pay item will be paid under one or more other pay items under this contract as determined by the Contracting Officer. In no circumstance will the total amount of this contract be increased as a result of bonding costs exceeding the total contract amount of this pay item.

The total of all payments shall not exceed the original contract amount for this item.

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Payment will be made under:

PAY ITEM DESCRIPTION PAY UNIT

01601(01) Mobilization – Volunteer Lookout LS

** Other Mobilization Pay Item listed under Specification 13281

13281(01) Mobilization – Environmental Work LS

END OF SPECIFICATION 01601

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01620 – STORAGE AND PROTECTION

This section of work covers storage and protection procedures for the products scheduled for use.

1.2 - Related Work Specified Elsewhere

01300 - Submittals

2.1 – Government Items to be Salvaged and Re-Installed If any items are damaged, the Contractor shall replace at no additional cost to the Government.

a) Volunteer Lookout –

1) Propane Refrigerator

2) Propane Range/Oven

3) Counter/Bar Stool

3.1 – Manufacturer’s Recommendations Except as otherwise approved by the Engineer, determine and comply with manufacturer’s instructions on product handling, storage and protection.

3.2 – Packing

Deliver products to the job site in the manufacturer’s original container, with the labels intact and legible.

1. Maintain packaged materials with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use.

2. Promptly remove damaged material and unsuitable items from the job site, and promptly replace with material meeting the specified requirements at no additional cost to the Forest Service.

The Engineer may reject as non-complying such material and products that do not bear identification satisfactory to the Forest Service as to the manufacturer, grade, quality and other pertinent information.

All product literature, warranties and operating instructions must be intact and placed in a binder and transmitted to the Forest Service.

3.3 – Protection

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Protect finished surfaces, including jambs and soffits of openings used as passageways, through which equipment and materials are handled.

Provide protection for finished floor surfaces in traffic areas prior to allowing equipment and materials to be moved over such surfaces.

Maintain finished surfaces clean, unmarred and suitably protected until accepted by the Forest Service.

3.4 – Repairs and Replacements

In event of damage, promptly make replacements and repairs to the approval of the Forest Service and at no additional cost to the Forest Service.

4.1 - Measurement There will be no separate measurement for this section.

4.2 - Payment

This work is incidental to other items in the contract and direct separate item payment will not be made.

END OF SPECIFICATION 01620

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01710 – CLEANING

Throughout the construction period, maintain the construction site and facilities in an orderly and clean manner as described in this Section.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 – Cleaning Materials and Equipment Provide required personnel, equipment and materials as needed to maintain the specified standard.

2.2 – Compatibility Use only the cleaning materials and equipment, which are compatible with the surface being cleaned, as recommended by the manufacturer of the cleaning material.

3.1 – Progress Cleaning Retain stored items in an orderly arrangement allowing maximum access, not impeding traffic or drainage, and providing required protection of materials.

Do not allow accumulation of scrap, debris, waste material and other items not required for construction of this work.

At least twice each month, and more often if necessary, completely remove all scrap, debris and waste material from the job site.

Provide adequate storage for all items awaiting removal from the job site, observing requirements for fire protection and protection of the ecology.

3.2 – Site

Daily, and more often if necessary, inspect the site and pick up all scrap, debris and waste material. Remove such items to the place designated for their storage.

Maintain the site in a neat and orderly condition at all times.

Clean mud and debris from roadways or highways adjacent to the project site daily.

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3.3 – Structure At least weekly, inspect the structures and pick up all scrap, debris and waste material and remove them to the place designated for their storage.

“Clean” for the purpose of this paragraph shall be interpreted a meaning free from material capable of being removed by reasonable effort with a handheld broom.

3.4 – Final Cleaning Prior to completion of the work, remove from the job site all tools, surplus materials, equipment, scrap, debris and waste.

Structures:

1. Exterior:

a. Visually inspect exterior surfaces and remove all traces of soil, waste materials, smudges and other foreign matter.

b. Remove all traces of splashed materials from adjacent surfaces.

c. In the event of stubborn stains not removable with water, the Forest Service may require light sandblasting or other cleaning at no additional cost to the Forest Service.

2. Interior:

a. Visually inspect interior surfaces and remove all traces of soil, waste materials, smudges and other foreign matter.

b. Remove all traces of splashed material from adjacent surfaces.

c. Remove paint drippings, spots, stains and dirt from finished surfaces.

Final cleaning of the project site shall be approved by the Forest Service prior to final acceptance of the work.

END OF SECTION 01710

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DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01730 – OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE DATA

1.1 – Requirements Included

Compile product data and related information appropriate for Government's maintenance and operation of products furnished under the contract. The Contractor will warranty all parts and labor associated with the project for one year at the minimum per FAR 52.246-21.

1.2 – Related Work Specified Elsewhere

01300 - Submittals

1.3 – Quality Assurance

Preparation of data shall be done by personnel:

a.) Trained and experienced in maintenance and operation of described products.

b.) Familiar with requirements of this Specification.

c.) Skilled as technical writer to the extent required to communicate essential data.

1.4 – Form of Submittals

Prepare data in form of an instructional manual for use by Government's personnel.

a.) Format:

Size: 8-1/2" x 11".

Paper: Manufacturer's original printed data, or neatly typewritten - no fax paper or copies thereof.

b.) Drawings:

1. Provide reinforced punched binder tab, bind in with text.

2. Fold larger drawings to size of text pages.

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c.) Operating Equipment:

1. Provide flyleaf for each separate product, or each piece of operating equipment.

2. Provide indexed tabs.

3. Provide typed description of product and major component parts of equipment.

d.) Cover:

Identify each volume with typed or printed title

"OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS".

List: 1.) Title of Project.

2.) Identity of separate structure as applicable.

3.) Identity of general subject matter covered in the manual.

e.) Binders:

1) Commercial quality, three-ring binders with durable and cleanable plastic covers.

2) Maximum ring size: 1”.

3) When multiple binders are used, correlate the data into related, consistent groupings.

4) Provide a binder for each of the locations:

a. Volunteer Lookout

1.5 – Content of Manual(s) a.) Neatly typewritten table of contents for each volume, arranged in systematic order.

b.) Contractor, name of responsible principal, address and telephone number.

c.) List of each product required to be included, indexed to content of the volume.

List, with each product, name, address and telephone number of:

Subcontractor or installer.

Maintenance Contractor, as appropriate.

Identify area of responsibility of each.

Local source of supply for parts and replacement.

Identify each product by name and other identifying symbols as set forth in Contract Documents.

Product Data: Include only those sheets which are pertinent to the specific product.

Annotate each sheet to:

Clearly identify specific product or part installed.

Clearly identify data applicable to installation.

Delete references to inapplicable information.

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Drawings: Coordinate drawings with information in Project Record Documents to assure correct illustration of completed installation. Do not use project record documents or maintenance drawings. Supplement product data with drawings as necessary to clearly illustrate:

Relations of component parts of equipment and systems.

Control and flow diagrams.

Written Text: As required to supplement product data for the particular installation:

Organize in consistent format under separate headings for different procedures.

Provide logical sequence of instructions for each procedure.

Copy of each warranty, bond and service contract issued. Provide information sheet for Government personnel to provide the following:

Proper warranty procedures to follow in the event of failure.

Instances which might affect validity of warranties or bonds.

1.6 – Manual for Materials and Finishes

Submit two (2) copies of each manual in final form.

Content for architectural products applied materials and finishes:

Manufacturer's data, giving full information on product:

Catalog number, size, and composition.

Color and texture designations.

Information required for re-ordering special manufactured products.

Instructions for care and maintenance:

Manufacturer's recommendations for types of cleaning agents and methods.

Cautions against cleaning agents and methods which are detrimental to product.

Recommended schedule for cleaning and maintenance.

Content for moisture protection and weather exposed products:

Manufacturer's data giving full information on products.

Applicable standards.

Chemical composition.

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Details of installation.

Instructions for inspection, maintenance and repair.

Additional requirements for maintenance data: Respective Sections of the Specifications.

1.7 – Manual for Equipment and Systems

Submit two (2) copies of complete manual in final form.

Content (General, for all equipment and systems manuals):

Description of unit and component parts:

Function, normal operating characteristics and limiting conditions.

Performance curves, engineering data and tests.

Complete nomenclature and commercial number of replaceable parts.

Maintenance Procedures:

Routine operations.

Guide to trouble-shooting.

Disassembly, repair and re-assembly.

Alignment, adjusting and checking.

Manufacturer's printed operating and maintenance instructions.

List of original manufacturer's spare parts, current prices and recommended quantities to be maintained in storage.

Prepare and include additional data when the need for such data becomes apparent during instruction of government personnel.

Additional requirements for operating and maintenance data required in respective sections of the specifications.

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Content (For each unit of equipment and system as appropriate):

Description of unit and component parts:

Start-up, break-in, routine and normal operating instructions.

Regulation, control, stopping, shut-down and emergency instructions.

Servicing and lubrication schedule. List of lubricants required.

Description of sequence of operation by control manufacturer.

Original manufacturer's parts list, illustrations, assembly drawings and diagrams required for maintenance.

Predicted life of parts subject to wear.

Items recommended to be stocked as spare parts.

As-installed control diagrams by equipment manufacturer.

Content (For each electrical and electronic system, as appropriate):

Circuit directories of panel boards:

Electrical service.

Controls.

Communications.

As-installed Color coded wiring diagrams

Operating Procedures:

Routine and normal operating instructions.

Sequences required.

Special operating instructions.

1.8 - Submittal Schedule

Submit two (2) copies of preliminary draft of proposed formats and outlines of contents prior to start of work.

Engineer will review draft and return one copy with comments.

Submit one (1) copy of completed data in final form at Substantial Completion of the Work for Engineer’s review.

Copy will be returned after final inspection or acceptance with comments.

Submit specified number of copies of approved data in final form at Final Inspection or acceptance.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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NONE

NONE

There will be no separate measurement for this section.

This work is incidental to other items in the contract and direct separate payment will not be made.

END OF SPECIFICATION – 01730

WATERLINES AND APPURTENANCES – 02665

DIVISION 2 – SITE WORK

02665 – WATERLINES AND APPURTENANCES

This section specifies waterline distribution installation, including all necessary fittings (valves, tees, etc.), and disinfection and pressure testing. New waterlines shall replace existing operating waterlines. A ground (electric/water) pedestal shall be installed to provide enclosure and connections for the electrical and water lines going up to the cabin. The pedestal should provide drainline, valve, and hosebib connection. The pedestal shall be constructed near northwest corner of tower leg for Volunteer Lookout Tower. The existing pump information shall be provided when work is ready to start. Water is supplied to the kitchen sink in the tower cabin and to the shower facility adjacent to the tower.

1.2 – Submittals:

1. Pre-insulated pex tubing and fittings, Aquapex, Sharkbite, or an approved equal.

2. Fasteners – Supports, clamps, hooks, fasteners, escutcheons, and any other type of supports or protective devices.

3. Pedestal/Lockable Enclosure – Enclosure shall be lockable, and sized such that a standard

Padlock can be utilized. Enclosure shall be made such that it can be closed while being connected to the pump supply and controls, when it is operational. See photos below to view the existing configuration.

Photo of existing unconnected assembly.

Photo of existing connected assembly.

2.1 – Pipe – PVC Waterlines, Valves, PEX Waterlines

1) All waterline components shall be certified and approved by NSF/ANSI Standards 60 and

61. All sections of the waterline shall be replaced.

A) Provide ½” white pre-insulated aquapex tubing and fittings, or an approved equal.

a. All sections of the new waterline shall be of same material.

b. The waterline shall be installed with appropriate slope such that all water can be drained from the system.

c. Use only approved connection methods and tools per selected manufacturer.

d. All lines shall be secured appropriately such that all water can be drained from the system.

B) Provide one standing support/pedestal, at location to be determined by COR, near northwest corner of tower leg, to provide water and electrical connections for pump controls and supply. Contractor shall submit design and product information to COR for review and approval prior to any construction and/or ordering of materials.

a. Pedestal assembly shall have a drain valve to drain all water at end of each season.

b. A threaded hosebib with valve shall be installed to be able to use as a sampling point.

c. Pedestal shall be lockable. The lockable hardware shall be sized to fit a typical Forest Service Yale padlock.

Photo of connection – pump fiberglass tank.

Location near NW corner of tower leg.

d. Electrical connection ends between the pedestal and FS pump must be made compatible to make it operable.

3.1 – Pipe Installation

All the supply waterline installations are above grade. Provide appropriate supports compatible to the existing structure and mount securely to the tower.

Handle and install pipe per manufacturer’s instructions.

Pipe Protection: Keep interior of pipeline and joining surfaces clean. Plug exposed ends of pipe at end of work shifts.

Cutting Pipe: Make all cuts square and ream. Do not use damaged pipe.

Lubricated Joints: Use only non-toxic and water soluble lubricant.

Pipe Alignment and Grade: Where necessary to avoid existing obstacles, pipelines may be realigned slightly. Slope all lines to drain or AS SHOWN ON DRAWINGS.

Do not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended maximum deflection. Deflections in excess of these limitations require special bends or a sufficient number of shorter pipe lengths.

3.2 – Hydrostatic Testing

A. Perform hydrostatic test of all waterlines. Furnish all equipment necessary for tests. When all pipe connections are complete, fill the pipe system with water and pressurize to 150 psi. All air should be expelled from the pipeline during filling and again before making the pressure test. Conduct a 4 hour leak test with the Inspector or Engineer present.

Test each section at a minimum of 150 psi at the point of lowest elevation in the section, for a period of 4 hours.

Maximum allowable overall leakage for a test section is:

L = NDP, where

L = Allowable leakage, gph N = Number of joints in test section D = Nominal diameter of pipe, inches P = Square root of the average test pressure, psig

Repair any visible leakage at joints and repeat the test. If overall leakage is above maximum allowable, repair the pipeline and repeat the test. Continue this procedure until leakage is within the allowable specified.

3.3 – Disinfection of New Waterline

Disinfect all newly installed pipelines after hydrostatic testing is completed in the following manner:

Disinfecting Agent Chlorine as sodium hypochlorite, solution of known strength.

Disinfecting Solution Strength and Measurement Mix the chemical with the water entering the pipeline to obtain a minimum of 50 mg/l chlorine concentration. The following table can be used to calculate required chlorine based on strength product used:

To achieve 50 mg/l (ppm) per 1000 gallons volume to be disinfected use

5% chlorine bleach – 1 gallon 25% powder - 1 lb. – 11 oz.

70% powder - 9.6 oz.

100% gas - 6.7 oz.

Open valves as necessary to allow solution to fill and circulate throughout the entire system.

Test all outlets and ends of pipe works to ensure that the chlorine solution has reached the entire system.

Disinfection Period Retain chlorine solution in the system for a minimum of 24 hours. Test for chlorine residual at the kitchen sink in tower cabin. If free chlorine residual is below 10 mg/l, repeat disinfection cycle. During the disinfection period, operate all valves in the treated segment of pipeline to disinfect the appurtenances.

Final Flushing and Test Following disinfection, flush pipelines with potable water until the chlorine residual is no higher than one mg/l. The Government will collect two samples; one at least 24 hours apart. An independent laboratory will conduct bacteriological tests on all samples.

If the initial disinfection fails to achieve potable bacteriological quality, repeat the disinfection procedure until satisfactory results are obtained.

4.1 – Method of Measurement

The potable water system installation work; including all components of the pedestal, as specified in this section, will be measured as one Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ).

4.2 – Basis of Payment

Payment will be made at the contract lump sum unit price as listed in the “Contract Schedule of Items” for quantities measured and accepted as follows:

Pay Item Description Pay Unit

02665 (01) Waterline & Appurtenances L.S.

END OF SECTION 02665

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DIVISION 2 – SITE WORK

02731 – GRAY WATER DISPOSAL SYSTEMS

As noted on the drawings and specified herein, install new perforated pipe gray water disposal system, at 24’ long, with waste line connections from Volunteer lookout tower kitchen sink. The disposal system includes a plastic 55 gallon drum assembly as a front end settling tank, which is connected to the perforated leach pipe.

1.2 – Submittals

Submit O&M/product data for the perforated pipe, and 55 gallon drum to the Contracting Officer’s Representative for approval prior to ordering the material.

2.1 – Gray Water Disposal Systems

Provide 24’ of PVC 4” perforated pipe conforming to ASTM D-2729 and approved for underground leaching systems. Provide ABS pipe and fittings conforming to ASTM D-2751 as waste lines, sized to transition from the disposal leach lines to final connections at the cabin kitchen drain line and shower drain. Provide 1(one) 55-gallon plastic drum with lid as settling tank.

3.1 – Gray Water Disposal System Installation

Connect gray waste lines from the Volunteer kitchen sink drain. Construct new gray waste line from existing pipe and extend to new location of disposal system. See the construction drawings for the approximate locations of the settling drum and leach lines. Waste lines will be carried 8’ from the buildings and then each shall be connected to a 55 gallon plastic drum with access lid. Set the drum with enough bury to provide room at the bottom for settled solids, with liquid effluent on top draining into the leach lines at their specified depth. See the drawings for details. Effluent line connections at the drums must be water tight, drum penetrations must be backed with flange assemblies.