Attachment 3 Specifications_12 Aug 26 Updated.pdf

Vault Toilet Accessibility Improvements

Construction Specifications May 12, 2026

STANISLAUS RECREATION TOILET REPLACEMENT CONSTRUCTION

SPECIFICATION INDEX

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL

01 10 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

01 10 10 - APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

01 10 30 - DEFINITIONS

01 20 00 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

01 30 00 – WORK SCHEDULE

01 40 00 - SHOP DRAWINGS AND SUBMITTALS

01 50 00 – QUALITY CONTROL AND QUANTITY MEASUREMENT

01 60 00 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND UTILITIES

01 70 00 - MOBILIZATION

01 80 00 - CONTRACT CLOSEOUT AND CLEANUP

DIVISION 02 EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 10 - STRUCTURE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 40 00 - PREFABRICATED CONCRETE VAULT TOILET BUILDINGS

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

31 20 00 - STRUCTURAL EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL

31 31 19 - WEED AND DISEASE PREVENTION

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 11 00 - BASE COURSES

32 12 16 - ASPHALTIC CONCRETE PAVING AND BASE MATERIAL

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL

01 10 00 - Summary of Work

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 LOCATION

This project is located within the Stanislaus National Forest in Tuolumne, Calaveras, and Alpine

Counties, California. A map of the project sites is in the Drawings.

1.2 SITE WORK

This contract is for the demolition, replacement and relocation of the vault restroom facilities as well as associated accessibility site work. The work shall include cleanup and disposal of all removed building material from Forest Service lands.

All work will be completed in accordance with Project Specifications and Drawings. The work includes: all labor, material, and equipment necessary to perform all the operations for the work specified.

1.3 CONSTRUCTION PHASING

The recreation areas will be open to the public during construction. The Contractor will take precautions to protect Government, public and private property during construction. Work will be restricted to 7 AM to 5 PM Monday thru Friday.

1.4 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED FACILITIES

(A) All temporary services use areas, and storage areas will be completely removed and the areas restored to pre-construction conditions upon completion of use.

(B) Transportation to and from the work site for the Contractor's personnel and materials will be provided at the Contractor's expense.

1.5 MATERIAL SOURCES

All materials will be obtained from a commercial source, unless noted otherwise.

1.6 STORAGE AREAS

Materials and equipment storage area will be confined to the areas identified by the Contracting

Officer.

1.7 CLEAN-UP AND DISPOSAL

Disposal of waste material will be off National Forest Land and in compliance with local laws regarding disposal of construction waste.

1.8 TRAFFIC

Warning devices and barricades will be maintained in the construction area at all times and will be in conformance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Safety precautions will be in accordance with the latest edition of the State of California Construction Safety orders. The

Contractor will keep the project area open for administrative and emergency traffic at all times.

1.9 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

Protection of Work: The Contractor will take precautions to protect all work during the construction period and will provide and maintain adequate protection during severe weather conditions to prevent damage to the work and the materials.

Safety: The Contractor is responsible for safeguarding employees, public, existing facilities, and forest resources from these operations. The Contractor will erect signs and chain-link fencing barricades as necessary to make unguarded operations safe. Signs and barricades will be maintained at night and on weekends. Precautions such as lowering tractor blades and safely storing materials will be practiced to prevent injury to others in the area.

Security: No security will be provided by the Government. The Contractor will take all precautions deemed necessary to secure the worksite, improvements and equipment. This may include security fencing.

1.10 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

No separate measurement and payment will be made for the work of this section.

This work will be considered incidental to other Sections.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (NOT USED)

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 10 00***

01 10 10 - Applicable Codes and Standards

1.1 SCOPE

This section describes the codes and standards which apply to the work in this contract.

1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS

The following codes and standards will apply to the work in this contract. Where no date is specified, the applicable edition will be the one in effect on the date of solicitation.

A. International Building Code (IBC) 2006

B. Uniform Plumbing Code 2006

C. NFPA 101 Life Safety Code

D. National Electrical Code 2005

E. Uniform Mechanical Code 2006

F. Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) / Architectural Barriers Act (A.B.A)

G. American Society for Testing Materials

H. American Society of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers

I. International Conference of Building Officials

J. Underwriters’ Laboratories

K. Woodwork Institute of California’s Manual of Millwork

L. Architectural Sheet Metal Manual A.I.A File No. 12-L

M. Manufacturers’ Instructions

N. As required by the applicable listing or testing agency

O. As noted in the specifications

1.3 DEFINITIONS

Administrative Authority as used in the Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code and the National Electrical Code will be the Contracting Officer.

Building Official as used in the International Building Code will be the Contracting Officer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

All products and materials used in the completion of work will meet the standards and requirements of the codes and standards referenced in Section 1.2 of this Specification, unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings or in the Specifications. When more stringent requirements are called out in these specifications or on the Drawings, the more stringent requirement will take precedence over the codes and standards.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

All work in the contract will meet the standards and requirements of the codes and standards referenced in Section 1.2 of this Specification, unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings or in the Specifications. When more stringent requirements are called out in these specifications, or on the Drawings, the more stringent requirements will take precedents over the codes and standards. This Section describes the codes and standards which apply to the work in this contract.

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 10 10***

01 10 30 - Definitions

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

Wherever in these specifications, or in other contract documents, the following terms, or pronouns in place of them, are used, the intent and meaning will be interpreted as follows:

Adjustment in Contract Price. "Adjustment in contract price" will mean "equitable adjustment" as used in the Federal Acquisition

Regulations.

Arch Pipe. A culvert section, usually formed of bolted structural plates, that is an arc of a circle (usually one-half or less); that is, a bottomless culvert.

Base Course. The layer or layers of specified or selected material of designed thickness placed on a subbase or subgrade to support a surface course.

Bearings. The portion of a beam, girder, or truss that transmits the bridge superstructure load to the substructure.

Berm. Curb or dike constructed to control runoff water or traffic flow.

Change. "Change" means "Change Order" as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

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

Conduit. A natural or artificial channel for carrying fluids, as water pipes, canals, and aqueducts.

Construction Slash. All vegetative material not meeting utilization standards, such as tops and limbs, timber, brush, and grubbed stumps associated with construction or reconstruction of a facility.

Contracting Officer (CO). The person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) The Government-authorized representative designated in writing by the CO responsible for onsite administration of the contract.

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

Controlled Felling. Directing the placement of trees in felling by wedges, jacks, cable tension, or distribution of holding wood or any combinations of these which will ensure that trees are dropped into previously cleared areas, or clear of any objects that are to remain.

Culvert. A conduit or passageway under a road, trail, or other obstruction. A culvert differs from a bridge in that it is usually constructed entirely below the elevation of the traveled way.

Cushion Material. Native or imported material generally placed over rocky sections of unsurfaced roads to provide a usable and maintainable traveled way.

Defect. A failure to meet a requirement with respect to a single quality characteristic.

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

Embankment. A structure of soil, aggregate, or rock material placed on the prepared ground surface and constructed to subgrade.

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

Excess Excavation. Material from the excavation in excess of that needed for construction of designed roadways and facilities.

Forest Service. The United States of America, acting through the Forest Service, U.S.

Department of Agriculture.

Gauge. The term "gauge" when used in connection with the measurement of plates will mean the U.S. Standard Gauge, except when reference is made to the measurement of metal sheets used in the manufacture of corrugated metal, pipe, metal plate culverts and arches, and metal cribbing, then the term means the

"gauge" or "thickness" specified in AASHTO M 36, M 167, M 196, and M 219, as applicable. When the term "gauge" refers to the measurement of wire, it will mean the wire gauge specified in AASHTO M 32.

Government Land. National Forest System lands, and other lands controlled or administered by the Forest Service or by other Federal agencies.

Inspector. The Government-authorized representative designated in writing by the CO or

COR responsible for detailed inspection.

Job-Mix Formula. The percentage of each material in a mixture intended for a particular use.

Laboratory. A testing laboratory of the Government or any other testing laboratory approved by the Contracting Officer.

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

Maximum Density. The highest density that can be obtained under stated conditions.

Measurement. Determining and expressing the quantities of work or materials.

Multi-Beam Girder. A precast, prestressed concrete member where the concrete deck is precast as an integral part of the member.

Neat Line. A line defining the proposed or specified limits of an excavation or structure.

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

Nominal Maximum Particle Size. The largest sieve size listed in the applicable specification upon which any material is permitted to be retained.

Overbreak. Material beyond the neat line of an excavation that is removed in the process of excavation, usually by blasting.

Pavement Structure. Subbase, base, or surface course, or combination thereof, placed on a subgrade to support the traffic load and distribute it to the roadbed.

Pipe. A culvert that is circular (round) in cross-section.

Pipe-Arch. A pipe that has been factory-deformed from a circular shape such that the width (or span) is larger than the vertical dimension (or rise).

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

Random Sampling. Sampling at times or locations determined in advance by the use of a table of random numbers.

Reasonably Close Conformity. Unless working tolerances are specified, all work performed and materials furnished will be in reasonably close conformity with lines, grades, cross sections, dimensions, and material requirements shown on the Drawings, indicated in the specifications, or designated on the ground. "Reasonably close conformity" is compliance with reasonable and customary manufacturing and construction tolerances.

Roadway. The portion of the road within the limits of excavation and embankment, including slope rounding.

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

Second Samples. A sample taken when the initial sample indicates that the material is defective.

Sidewalk. The portion of the roadway constructed primarily for pedestrian use.

Specifications. A description of the technical requirements for a material, product, or service that includes criteria for determination whether these requirements are met.

Standard Specifications. Specifications approved for general application and repetitive use.

Subbase. The layers of specified or selected material of designed thickness placed on a subgrade to support a base course.

Subgrade. The layers of roadbed that bring it up to the top surface, upon which subbase, base, or surface course is constructed. For roads without base course or surface course, that portion of roadbed prepared as the finished wearing surface.

Tackifier. Binder for vegetative mulch.

Target Value. The percentage of each material in a mixture intended for a particular use from which allowable variations are measured.

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

Unsuitable Material. The material excavated during roadway construction that is not usable in embankment and must be disposed of or that can be used only in certain locations or for limited purposes.

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 10 30***

01 20 00 - 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 PAYMENT

One (1) of the following methods of measurement for determining final payment is designated on the Schedule of Items for each pay item.

(A) Designed Quantities (DQ): These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, Drawings, and the presentation in the contract. Changes in the number of units of the originally contemplated work will not be made unless authorized under one (1) or more of the following conditions:

(1) As a result of changes authorized by the Contracting Officer in the originally contemplated work. Minor changes to adjust balance points, etc., will not be considered changes in quantities.

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

(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 fifteen (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.

Final payment will be made for the designed quantities at the unit price shown in the

Schedule of Items, subject to the Variation in Quantities Provision.

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

(C) Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ): These quantities denote one (1) complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

1.3 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

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

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 20 00***

01 30 00 – Work Schedule

This section includes the requirements for the submittal of the Contractor’s proposed work schedule for the project.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

No separate measurement and payments will be made for this section. This work will be considered incidental to other Sections.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 WORK SCHEDULE

(A) At the pre-work meeting, the Contractor will submit to the Contracting Officer for approval, a proposed work schedule for the project. The Contracting Officer shall be notified at least 24 hours prior to any activity which requires his inspection, acceptance, or approval. The Contractor will update approved schedule as necessary when significant changes occur during the progress of the work, or when requested by the Contracting

Officer.

(B) The Contractor will be restricted from operations on holiday weekends.

(C) Work shall not be performed at the following sites within the project between Memorial Day and Labor Day: Lake Alpine, Rim of the World

3.2 SUBMITTALS

The electronic copy of the written work schedule will be submitted for approval.

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 30 00***

01 40 00 - Shop Drawings and Submittals

Preform all work necessary and required for the construction of the project as indicated. Such

Work includes but is not limited to the following:

(A) Shop Drawings

(B) Samples

(C) Catalog Data

(D) Operation and Maintenance Manuals

(E) Certificates and Warranties

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Submittals will include all pertinent data required to understand the quality of components, dimensional relationships, integration with other materials, assembly techniques, structural aspects, color, finish, texture, and other such characteristics as may be necessary to fully describe the item and its intended use.

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

No separate measurement and payments will be made for this section. This work will be

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 SUBMITTALS

It is the Contractor responsibility to submit all items with such promptness as to cause no delay in work. Approval must be obtained before starting work which involves the item. The

Contractor will allow fourteen (14) days for review by the Contracting Officer.

3.2 MANUFACTURER’S LITERATURE AND SHOP DRAWINGS

Submit electronic copies to the Contracting Officer 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 (2), 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.

If the specified item is to be ADA accessible the submittal item needs to show ADA access on submitted Drawings, not just state it is available as ADA accessible.

Submittals are required, but not limited to, the following sections:

01 30 00 – Work Schedule

Project Schedule

02 41 10 – Structure Demolition

Selective Demolition Schedule

13 40 00 – Prefabricated Concrete Vault Toilet Buildings

Shop Drawings

Specifications and Installation Manual

Manufacturer’s Literature

Concrete Mix Requirements

Operations and Maintenance Manual

32 11 00 - Base Courses

Material Certificates

32 12 16 – Asphaltic Concrete Paving and Base Material

Material Certificates

Weight or Load Slip

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 40 00***

01 50 00 – Quality Control and Quantity Measurement

1.1 DESCRIPTION

This work will consist of providing quality control in conformance with the inspection of construction provisions of this contract to ensure compliance with the Drawings, Specifications, and provisions of the contract, and measuring the quantities of completed work in conformance with the provisions of the applicable specification. The Contractor will provide all personnel, equipment, tests, and reports necessary to meet the requirements of this specification. The On-

The-Job Superintendent will not be the Quality Control Manager without written permission from the Contracting Officer.

1.2 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

General Provisions FAR 52.236-5, Material and Workmanship

General Provisions FAR 52.236-6, Superintendence by the Contractor

General Provisions FAR 52.246-12, Inspection of Construction

No separate measurement and payment will be made for the work of this section.

This work will be considered incidental to other Sections

3.1 SAMPLING, TESTING, INSPECTION, AND MEASUREMENT OF QUANTITIES

The Contractor will provide and maintain appropriate measuring and testing devices, equipment, and supplies to accomplish the required measurement, testing, and inspection in a timely manner. Tests, measurements, and certifications will be made as required by the

Drawings and specifications. The Contractor will take samples and perform inspections and tests necessary to achieve the quality of construction required by the contract and make required measurements of work under this contract performed onsite or offsite. Sampling and testing frequency for specific items will be specified in the related section.

The Contractor will maintain current records of all inspections and tests performed. The following information will be acceptable to the Government:

PROJECT NAME:_________________CONTRACT No._____________________

Pay Item No. Test Date Location Standard Results Test By

(Initials)

The Contractor will engage inspection and testing agencies which are prequalified as complying with the recommendations of "Independent Laboratory Qualification" by the American Council of Independent Laboratories, and which specialize in the types of inspections and tests to be performed.

The Contractor will protect construction exposed by or for quality control service activities and protect repaired construction. Upon completion of inspection and testing repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes to eliminate deficiencies. The Contractor is responsible for repair and protection of inspected work, whether inspection is performed by the

Contractor or by the Government.

The Contractor will certify in writing that all inspections and tests were performed in accordance with specifications.

3.2 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

The Contractor will maintain a set of the contract Drawings depicting as-built conditions.

These Drawings will be maintained in a current condition and will be available for review. All variations from contract Drawings will be indicated in red on the Drawings. Upon completion of the contract work, As-Built-Drawings will be submitted to the Contracting Officer.

3.3 CERTIFICATES AND MEASUREMENTS

Certification:

The Contractor will furnish certificates executed by the manufacturer, supplier, or vendor, stipulating that all offsite produced materials incorporated into the work meet the applicable requirements Shown on the Drawings or stated in the Specifications. Incidental purchases needed to remedy minor shortages of material will be certified by the Contractor. Earth, aggregate and concrete material will be certified and accurately completed indicating weights, volumes, and batch times where appropriate.

Measurements:

The Contractor will make all measurements for computation of quantities for all work items except those specified for payment by Designed Quantity (DQ). The Contractor will compute the quantities for periodic progress payments; the Contracting Officer will compute the quantities for the final payment based on measurements taken by the Contractor. All

Contractor measurements are subject to verification. The Contractor will submit all field notes, calculation sheets, and other data used to determine quantities. The Contractor will certify in writing as to the accuracy of the measurements and computations submitted.

The following format or one (1) containing the following information will be acceptable to the

Government:

PROJECT NAME:_______________________CONTRACT No.__________________

Pay Item Date Measurement Test By

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 50 00***

01 60 00 - Temporary Facilities and Utilities

The work of this section includes providing all temporary facilities and controls needed for the project. The Contractor will furnish all equipment, labor, materials, and incidentals necessary to hook-up, install and maintain the facilities. Such facilities include but are not limited to:

(A) Sanitary facilities

(B) Water

(C) Directional signs, safety signs, and barricades

(D) Temporary utilities such as water

1.2 SAFETY ASSURANCE

OSHA Complaisance: Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Requirements for

Construction (29 CFR 1926).

Hazardous Materials Compliance: For hazardous materials regulated by OSHA see 29 CFR Part

1910, Subpart Z.

No separate payment will be made for the work specified in this section. This work will be

3.1 SANITARY FACILITIES

Contractor may use existing Government sanitary facilities after they are opened for public use. In the event that the existing Government facilities are not yet open to the public, the

Contractor will provide temporary sanitary facilities for all workers and maintain the facilities in a clean and sanitary state. Temporary sanitary facilities will be provided at a rate of one seat per ten workers on site. Contractor furnished facilities will be available for Government personnel use.

3.2 WATER

Contractor may use existing Government water facilities after they are opened for public use, to the extent of available capacity. In the event that the existing Government facilities are not yet open to the public, the Contractor will provide temporary watering equipment. Watering equipment, including piping, shall be watertight. Tanks shall be of known capacity. Watering equipment used for dust control and finishing operations of subgrade and surface will provide uniform and controlled application of water from the driver’s position at all times.

3.3 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS

Operation and storage areas will be restricted to the project site, as directed by the Contracting

Officer and show on the Drawings.

3.4 COSTS

All fees and costs for the hook-up, installation, use, maintenance and removal of temporary facilities and controls will be paid by the Contractor.

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 60 00***

01 70 00 - Mobilization

This work will 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.

1.2 MEASUREMENT

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

(1) 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 will not exceed the original contract amount for this item.

1.3 PAYMENT

Payment will be made under:

PAY ITEM DESCRIPTION PAY UNIT

01 70 00 Mobilization L.S.

PART 3 – EXECUTION (NOT USED)

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 70 00***

01 80 00 - Contract Closeout and Cleanup

This section includes the requirements covering the disposal of excess materials resulting from construction operations and the cleanup work required in areas affected by the construction.

No separate payment will be made for work specified in this section. This work will be

3.1 EXCESS MATERIALS AND REFUSE

All refuse and unused materials generated by the Contractor’s operations. This will include all vegetative materials and the like will be dispersed evenly throughout the area. Any material deemed unsuitable for dispersement by the Contracting Officer will be disposed of off of

National Forest lands in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations, or as directed by the Contracting Officer.

3.2 CLEANUP DURING CONSTRUCTION

Cleanup shall be on a daily basis at the job site. Cleanup will be performed by the Contractor as required to prevent accidents to personnel and protect all work in-place. Construction cleanup will consist of the removal of all dirt, trash, scrap, debris, and excess materials from any floor space or walking surface that may cause the tripping or sliding of workers, ladders or equipment.

3.3 FINAL CLEANUP

Immediately prior to the Contractor’s request for final inspection of the project, final cleanup will be performed. During the final inspection the Contractor and Contracting Officer will review the as-built drawings on site.

3.4 QUALITY OF CLEANUP

Site: Remove all trash and debris. Items that will be discarded shall be disposed of off of

National Forest lands in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations, or as directed by the Contracting Officer.

3.5 SALVAGEABLE ITEMS

Salvageable items not intended for use in this contract and not specifically designated to remain the property of the Government shall become the property of the Contractor

***END OF SPECIFICATION 01 80 00***

DIVISION 02 EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 10 - Structure Demolition

PART 1 – GENERAL

(A) Demolish existing restroom structures as indicated in Plans. Demolition shall include removal or demolition of existing vault. Pump existing vault and dispose of wastewater per regulatory requirements. All debris shall be removed from Forest Service lands and disposed of in a landfill certified for construction debris.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

(A) Submit under provisions of Section 01 40 00 – Shop Drawings and Submittals

(B) Schedule: Submit for approval selective demolition schedule

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Codes and Regulations: Comply with governing codes and regulations. Use experienced workers.

1.4 SEQUENCING

(A) Immediate areas of work will not be occupied during selective demolition. The public, including children, may occupy adjacent areas.

1.5 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Measurement is Designed Quantity. Payment of the amount bid under Pay Item 02 41 19 in the

Schedule of Items will be made for satisfactory completion of all work required in this specification. Such amount will constitute full compensation for all work and incidentals.

PAY ITEM DESCRIPTION METHOD OF MEASUREMENT PAY UNIT

02 41 11 Concrete Vault Toilet Demolition Designed Quantity E.A.

02 41 12 Fiberglass Vault Toilet Demolition Designed Quantity E.A.

02 41 13 Wooden Vault Toilet Demolition Designed Quantity E.A.

02 41 14 Single Vault Toilet Removal Designed Quantity E.A.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

3.1 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

(A) Demolition Operations: Do not damage building elements and improvements indicated to remain. Items of salvage value, not included on schedule of salvage items to be returned to

Government, shall be removed from structure. Storage or sale of items at project site is prohibited.

(B) Operations: Cease operations if public safety or remaining structures are endangered.

Perform temporary corrective measures until operations can be continued properly.

(C) Security: Provide adequate protection against accidental trespassing. Secure project after work hours.

3.2 SCHEDULE

(A) Items for Protection During Demolition and Construction:

(1) Designated site improvements, trees, and plantings

(2) Adjacent construction

***END OF SPECIFICATION 02 41 19***

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 40 00 - Prefabricated Concrete Vault Toilet Buildings

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

(A) The work of this section consists of prefabrication, on-site delivery, off-loading, placement, assembly, and complete installation of new precast concrete vault toilets, including specified sitework and earthwork.

(C) The exterior finish and color scheme for each vault toilet building is:

(1) Will be selected at time of award.

1.2 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

31 20 00 – Structural Excavation and Backfill

1.3 SUBMITTALS

(A) Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for each proposed model. Drawings must show the exact model floor plan, and the size and location of all plumbing fixtures, partitions, electrical components, vents, screens, doors, windows, etc.

(B) Specifications and Installation Manual: Provide one copy of the specifications and installation manual for each proposed model.

(C) Provide Manufacturer’s Literature for the following:

(1) Door and door hardware

(2) Toilet, toilet seat and lid, grab bars, and toilet paper holder

(3) Paint - interior

(4) Caulk, grout, and adhesive

(5) Concrete form liners

(6) Concrete color additive and stain including color chips, curing compound and sealer

(7) Signs

(8) Coat Hooks

(9) Windows

(10) Vents

(11) Waste Receptacles

(12) Concrete

(D) Concrete Mix Requirements

(1) Provide 28-day compressive strength test results within 35 days following manufacturing of the first building for each accepted model.

(2) If concrete supplier, aggregate source, or any additives change at any time, submit new concrete information to the Contracting Officer for approval.

(E) Operation and Maintenance Manual: Provide three copies of the operation and maintenance manual to the Contracting Officer at the time of delivery. Operation and

Maintenance Manual shall include, but not limited to, start-up procedures;

recommended types of cleaners and cleaning tools that should be used; plus any additional information needed to ensure a properly functioning toilet.

1.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Measurement is Designed Quantity. Payment of the amount bid under Pay Item 13 40 00 in the Schedule of Items will be made for satisfactory completion of all work required in this specification. Such amount will constitute full compensation for all work and incidentals.

Measure each precast concrete vault toilet as a unit, including manufacture, delivery, and complete installation on site.

13 40 01 Single Vault Toilet Installation Designed Quantity E.A.

13 40 02 Double Vault Toilet Installation Designed Quantity E.A.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURER CRITERIA

(A) The manufacturer supplying the requested precast concrete vault facility must meet the following:

(1) Manufacturing plant must be Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) certified at the time of bid.

(2) Manufacturer must provide stamped, engineered drawings prior to acceptance.

(3) Manufacturer must show four examples of Sweet Smelling Technology designed precast concrete vault toilet facilities produced, installed, and in use as an example of their ability to perform on this contract.

(4) Manufacturer must be continuously engaged in the production of precast concrete vault toilets for five years minimum.

(5) Manufacturer shall provide a 20 year warranty against defects in material or workmanship on all concrete components and a one year warranty on all other components.

2.2 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

(A) Structural Live Loads – Buildings shall be designed to meet the following load requirements in accordance with the International Building Code (IBC).

Snow Load – 350 psf

Wind Load – 120 mph (fastest mile) or 150 mph (3-second gust), Exposure C

Earthquake – Maximum considered ground motion shall be 175 (0.2 second spectral response acceleration) and 125 (1.0 second spectral response acceleration), Site

Class D. Design requirements associated with Uniform Building Code (UBC)

Zone 4 are acceptable.

Floor – 100 psf

(A) Additional Design Standards - Contractor is responsible for adding reinforcement as needed to facilitate handling, assembling building components and transporting kathrynbaker Line kathrynbaker Line without incurring structural damage or cracking of the building components. Vault toilet shall incorporate all design aspects of Sweet Smelling Technology as outlined by Briar Cook for the U.S. Forest Service. Vault toilets shall have one-piece full length and width vault units to support the building, screen area and snow loads evenly. Vault toilets shall have a one-piece floor unit to prevent panels that migrate in different direction during periods of freeze/thaw stress. Vault toilets shall have an all concrete design with a minimum 7/12 roof pitch. Vault toilets shall have a minimum

4 inch wall, 4 ½ inch roof, and 5 inch floor thickness. All wall to floor interior surface seams shall have a minimum 1” radius coving made of high strength grout.

(B) Single vault toilets shall be one stall with alcove as indicated and oriented on the drawings.

(C) Double vault toilets shall include a chase.

(D) Toilet buildings shall have a concrete prefabricated uniform vault with polyethylene vault liner insert, minimum volume of 1000 gallons per toilet compartment, and a hinged vault cleanout lid able to be locked with a padlock.

(E) Units shall come with chase (double vaults only), solar vent stack fan, and commercial grade lockable door knobs all keyed the same (Schlage or equal).

Contractor shall provide 10 keys.

(C) Accessibility - Prefabricated vault toilet buildings shall conform to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility

Guidelines dated July 23, 2004 (ADA/ABA) and the Architectural Barriers Act

Accessibility Standard (ABAAS). Buildings shall have full 60-inch turning diameter in each interior and entry area.

(D) Tolerances - Precast concrete panels shall be cast within ¼” of dimensions shown on shop drawings.

(E) Design and Production - Design, production or methods cannot be changed during the contract period without prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

2.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

(A) Minimum Contractor Requirements - Precast concrete manufacturing plant shall be

Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) certified. Welders shall be currently qualified according to AWS D1.1.

(B) Testing - The Contractor shall be responsible for all sampling and concrete testing.

Sampling and testing shall be conducted by an independent PCI certified testing laboratory, unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer. All testing shall be performed by qualified individuals who have been certified ACI Technician Grade 1.

Sampling shall be in accordance with ASTM C172.

The following test shall be performed for first batch poured each day:

Slump, ASTM C143

Air content, ASTM C231; the air content will be in the range of 5.0% +/- 2.0%.

Compressive strength, ASTM C39

1 cylinder for release, with a minimum strength of 2500 psi.

1 cylinder at 7 days, with a minimum strength of 4500 psi.

1 cylinder at 28 days, with a minimum strength of 5000 psi.

Contractor shall provide copies of test results to the Contracting Officer upon request.

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2.4 STANDARDS

ASTM C33 Concrete Aggregates

ASTM C39 Method of Test for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete

Specimens

ASTM C94 Standard Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete

ASTM C143 Method of Test for Slump of Concrete

ASTM C150 Standard Specification for Portland Cement

ASTM A185 Standard Specification for Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement, Plain, or

Concrete

ASTM C192 Method of Making and Curing Test Specimens in the Laboratory

ASTM C231 Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the

Pressure Method

ASTM C309 Standard Specifications for Liquid Membrane-Forming Compounds for

Curing Concrete

ASTM C494 Standard Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Concrete

ASTM A615 Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain Carbon-Steel bars for

Concrete Reinforcement

ASTM C618 Standard Specification for Coal Fly Ash and Raw or Calcined Natural

Pozzolan for Use in Concrete

ASTM C979 Standard Specification for Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete

ACI 211.1 Standard Practice for Selecting Proportions for Normal, Heavyweight, and

Mass Concrete

ACI 1211.1 Recommended Practice for Selecting Proportions for Normal and

Heavyweight Concrete

ACI 306 Cold Weather Concreting

ACI 318 Building Code Requirements Structural Concrete and Commentary (includes

Errata)

PCI MNL 116 Quality Control for Plants and Production of Precast Prestressed

Concrete Products

2.5 MATERIALS

(A) Concrete - General - The concrete mix design will be designed to ACI 211.1 to produce concrete of good workability. Concrete will contain a minimum of 675 pounds of cementitious material per yard. Cement will be a low alkali type I/II or III conforming to ASTM C-150. Coarse aggregates used in the concrete mix design will conform to ASTM C33 with the designated size of coarse aggregate #67. Minimum water/cement ratio will not exceed .45. Air-entraining admixtures will conform to

ASTM C260. Water reducing admixtures will conform to ASTM C494, Type A. If

Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) is used, it must conform to ASTM C1611 https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guidelines-construction-products#04

(B) Colored Concrete - Color additives will conform to ASTM C979.

The following will contain colored concrete:

(1) Toilet building roof panels

(2) Building walls

(3) Screen panels

The same brand and type of color additive will be used throughout the manufacturing process. All ingredients will be weighed and the mixing operation will be adequate to ensure uniform dispersion of the color.

(C) Cold Weather Concrete - Cold weather concrete placement will be in accordance with ACI 306. Concrete will not be placed if ambient temperature is expected to be below 35 degrees F. during the curing period unless heat is readily available to maintain the surface temperature of the concrete at least 45 degrees F. Materials containing frost or lumps of frozen materials will not be used.

(D) Hot Weather Concrete - The temperature of the concrete will not exceed 95 degrees

F. at the time of placement. When the ambient reaches 90 degrees F. the concrete will be protected with moist covering.

(E) Concrete Reinforcement: All reinforcing steel will conform to ASTM A615. All welded wire fabric will conform to ASTM A185. All reinforcement will be new, free of dirt, oil, paint, grease, loose mill scale and loose or thick rust when placed. Details not shown of drawings or specified will be to ACI318. Steel reinforcement will be centered in the cross-sectional area of the walls and will have at least 11/4” of cover on the under surface of the floor. The maximum allowable variation for center-center spacing of reinforcing steel will be ½”. Full lengths of reinforcing steel will be used when possible. When splices are necessary on long runs, splices will be alternated from opposite sides of the components for adjacent steel bars. Lap bars #4 or smaller a minimum of 12”. Lap bars larger than #4 a minimum of 24 bar diameters.

Reinforcing bars will be bent cold. No bars partially embedded in concrete will be field bent unless approved by the customer.

(F) Sealers and Curing Compounds - Curing compounds, if used, will be colorless, complying with ASTM C309, type I or 1-D. Weatherproofing sealer for exterior of building will be a clear water repellent penetrating sealer.

(G) Caulking, Grout, Adhesive and Sealer - Caulking service temperatures from -40 to

+194 degrees Fahrenheit. Interior and exterior joints will be caulked with a paintable polyurethane sealant. Grout will be a non-shrink type and will be painted to match the color of surrounding concrete as nearly as possible. Cement base coating is formulated with a very fine aggregate system and is a built in bonding agent.

(H) Paint: All paints and materials will conform to all Federal specifications or be similar

“top-of-the-line-components”. Paints will not contain more than .06 percent by weight of lead.

Type of paints for toilets:

(1) Inside concrete surfaces

I Interior floors will be a chemical resistant urethane. The color will be gray.

II Interior walls and ceilings will be a modified acrylic, water repellent penetrating stain. The color will be white followed by a clear acrylic anti-graffiti sealer.

(2) Metal surfaces both inside and out

I DTM ALKYD

(3) Exterior concrete surfaces

I Exterior slab will be clear sealer

II Exterior walls and roof will be a water repellent penetrating stain in the same color as the walls or roof followed by a clear acrylic anti-graffiti sealer.

(I) Grab bars: Grab bars will be 18 gauge, type 304 stainless steel with 1-1/2” clearance.

Grab bars will each be able to withstand 300 pound top loading.

(J) Toilet Paper Dispenser: Two (2) dispensers: will be constructed of ¼” thick, type 304 stainless steel. Dispensers will be capable of holding three (3) standard rolls of toilet paper each. Toilet paper holder fastening system will be able to withstand 300 pound top loading. Dispensers will be installed parallel to each other in a way for ease of operation.

(K) Steel Doors: Doors will be flush panel type 1-3/4” thick, minimum 16 gauge galvanized steel, top painted with DTM ALKYD. Door frames will be knockdown or welded type, single rabbet, minimum 16 gauge prime coated steel top painted with

DTM ALKYD, width to suit wall thickness. Three (3) rubber door silencers will be provided on latch side of frame.

(L) Door Hinges: Door hinges will be 3 per door with dull chrome plating 4-1/2”x4-1/2”, adjustable tension, and automatic-closing for each door.

(M) Lockset: Lockset will meet ANSI A156.2 Series 4000, Grade 1 cylindrical lockset for exterior door. Lever handle both inside and out. Either handle operates latch unless outside handle is locked by inside push-button. Push-button will automatically release when inside lever handle is turned or door is closed. Emergency slot on exterior so door can be unlocked from the outside with a coin, screwdriver and etc.

Inside lever always active. U.S. 26D finish.

(N) Dead Bolt: Deadbolt will be a Lori Lock standard model with a double cylinder, 2 ¾” backset, and US26D finish. The cylinder will be a standard 11/8” Schlage Mortise cylinder with compression ring and 626 finish.

(O) Door Stop: Doorstop will be a dome style stop meeting ANSI 156.16.

(P) Double Coat Hook: Coat hook will be 304 stainless steel 16 gauge (1.5mm), formed construction with a satin finish and have 3/16”x 7/8” nail in anchor. Upper hook will extend at least 2-1/2” inches from the wall. Lower hook will extend at least 1-1/4” from the wall.

(Q) Door Sweep: Door sweep will be provided at the bottom of door and will be an adjustable brush type.

(R) Wall Vent: Vent cover will be 14 gauge 304 stainless steel painted with DTM and anchored into the concrete wall with high strength anti-rust tap con fasteners. The vent louver frame and louvers will be non-vision .1” extruded aluminum jet coat finish. Vent to come with insect screen. Cover to be recessed a minimum ¾” on exterior walls with a 45 degree bevel. Interior to be flush mounted. Wall vent will not protrude from the wall.

(S) Signs: Signs to have raised pictograms, letters and Braille to meet ADA. Interior to have “No Trash in Vault Sign”. All signs inset a minimum of ¾” into wall with 45 degree bevel. All signs to be anchored into concrete with ¼” x ¾” concrete anchor nails.

(T) Windows and Vault Cleanout Cover

(1) Windows and cleanout cover frames will be constructed from steel.

(2) Window glazing will be 3/16” thick translucent pebble finished mar-resistant

Lexan.

(3) Plate for vault cleanout cover will be ¼” thick diamond plate steel. Lid will be hinged and configured so that it can be locked with a padlock. A gasket will be provided around the entire perimeter of the lid to provide an airtight seal.

(4) Windows to have ¾” recess with 45 degree bevel.

(5) Windows frames to have vandal resistant fasteners.

(U) Vent Stack: Vent stack to be a minimum 12 inches in diameter and a minimum 3 feet higher than the roof peak. Vent stack shall include a Raptor Vent Screen furnished and installed, or other screen as applicable within vent fan.

(V) Vault Liner: The vault liner shall be made from a single sheet black ABS/750 virgin plastic and can hold up to 1,000 gallons of waste or 15,000 uses per vault. The initial sheet thickness shall be a minimum .375. Final stamped thickness shall be a minimum .060. The vault liner shall have molded dovetail embeds to attach the liner to concrete walls of the vault. The vault liner shall have two J-rails to attach the liner to the bottom of the vault.