B09__Amendment_0002_Attachment_0002.pdf

2. WORK REQUIREMENTS

a. Scope: Asphalt Replacement: The contractor shall remove and replace asphalt for the West Parking Lot.

b. Asphalt.: The contractor shall use plant mix pavement in conformance with the current version Wisconsin Asphalt Pavement Association (WAPA) Design Guide.

The contractor shall be responsible for sweeping or other means necessary for cleaning of the area prior to performing this task.

c. Removal and Replace: The contractor shall remove the asphalt layer and perform any repairs / remediation on the underlying base as needed to produce a level, compact, properly sloped surface. The contractor shall be responsible for hauling-off and/or retainage of millings.

d. Drain Curbs on East End of Lot (Figure1): There are 2 curb storm drains on the east end of the lot with uneven curbing. The contractor shall remove uneven curbing sections, relevel drains and install new concrete curbing. Curbing installation shall adhere to Wisconsin Department of Transportation guidelines and industry best practices.

e. Curbing Replacement (Figure1): Curbing at these locations is damaged by upheaval/tree roots. Remove existing curbing and any tree roots and install new concrete curbing. Wisconsin Department of Transportation guidelines and industry best practices.

f. Resurfacing: Apply and compact new asphalt according to WAPA and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) guidelines (publication 450 General Requirements for Asphaltic Pavements). Parking lot height and slope relative to original curbing and drains shall match original construction requirements. Asphalt thickness shall meet or exceed existing.

g. Figure 1: Curbing Replacement Locations

h. Phase V: Striping: Restripe existing layout, (handicapped stalls, numbers, letters, hashed lanes, etc.) using OSHA approved set fast heavy yellow traffic paint.

Painting of curbs not included.

i. Parking space dimensions Parking Angle Space Width Space Length Width at Curb

90º 10’ 18’ 10’

60º 9’6” 18’ 11’

i. General Requirements

i. The contractor shall include a draft design and tentative work schedule with their proposal and adhere to the contracted design and schedule once awarded. Any deviation must be approved via the change order processes.

ii. Work shall be performed outside of regularly scheduled facility hours (7:30am-4pm; Mon. – Fri.). Work performed by the Contractor outside of normal facility hours must be coordinated with the USGS TL at least 48 hours in advance.

iii. Coordinate work with the USGS TL to ensure any facility research equipment or studies are not interrupted or disturbed. Contractor will be responsible for any work performed as part of this contract that causes damage to existing equipment or negatively impacts ongoing research.

iv. After application and paint cordon off parking lot to vehicular traffic on any portion of the finished pavement until it has cured sufficiently and at least 24 hours has elapsed.

v. General Contractor shall provide enclosures and barricades throughout the site where necessary to exclude trespassers, eliminate safety hazards and facilitate the progress of work.

vi. All Construction shall follow requirements of 2015 International Building Code and the guidelines of the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA), the (WAPA) Design Guide, Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) publication 450 and the National Cooperative Highway Research Council (NCHRP).

vii. All work shall be performed in compliance with accepted industry standards and practices.

viii. All materials shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and installation instructions.

ix. Contractor shall provide equipment as the Government deems necessary to minimize debris in and around work areas.

x. Contractor shall daily clean or cover surfaces or equipment impacted by construction work and remove any debris created by the demolition and/or installation from this project.

xi. The contractor shall be responsible for the demolition, removal and lawful disposal of all excess materials, including any waste and debris.

xii. Contractor shall ensure that no damage occurs to the surrounding buildings or equipment. Contractor shall be responsible for any repair costs due to damage to surrounding ponds, fencing, or piping caused by construction or demolition as part of this project.

xiii. The contractor shall be responsible for removing and replacing damaged surface during the project at no additional expense.

xiv. Contractor shall carry a minimum of $100,000 liability insurance against potential facility and or equipment damage.

xv. Contractor shall gain approval from the TL prior to entry into other areas of the facility not directly related to this project scope. Entry into offices, mechanical/electrical spaces and or laboratories without permission from USGS TL is prohibited.

xvi. Contractors shall notify the TL of any issues affecting project completion or delivery dates as soon as practical but no later than 24 hours.

xvii. Contractors shall provide their own toilet facilities as part of this project.

Use of UMESC facilities is prohibited.

xviii. Electrical outlets will be identified by the Technical Liaison (TL) for supplying power to Contractors 120vac tools for this Project. Existing electrical circuits are 15 amps max rating. Contractor shall be responsible for providing portable generators if different voltages or power requirements are needed for Contractor equipment.

j. Project Completion Documentation:

i. Final Inspection and Acceptance Criteria

1. Upon successful completion of the installation and prior to the Final Acceptance, the Contractor shall ensure that there are no apparent defects in the parking lot or striping work. Contractor shall notify TL in writing or email requesting a site inspection for the purpose of formal acceptance of the completed work.

2. The Contractor shall notify the TL in writing to request a Final Inspection and Acceptance Test no later than 15 business days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. All aspects of the work shall have been evaluated by the Contractor and found to be correctly installed and ready for final evaluation prior to the Contractor requesting the inspection.

3. Acceptance by the Government will be given only after the satisfactory completion of the work as outlined in this Scope of Work. Project acceptance can be issued only by the project Contracting Officer (CO).

ii. Warranty Work and Service

1. The Contractor shall warranty all workmanship to meet the specifications set forth in this SOW. Additionally, the Contractor shall warranty all Contractor workmanship for a (minimum) period of 12 months from the date of Government acceptance.

k. Deliverables Repair, sealcoat and restriping to be complete within 60 days of notice to proceed.