Revised Specifications - Boardwalk Replacement_0001.pdf

LITTLE CALUMET TRAIL BOARDWALK REPLACEMENT

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INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL PARK

1100 MINERAL SPRINGS ROAD

BOARDWALK REPLACEMENT

PMIS 216337

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

02/18/2021

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 02 41 00 - Demolition

DRAWINGS

Drawings Sheet Number from C00 – C06. A separate document is included with this solicitation.

PHOTOGRAPHS

Pictures - Separate Document included with this solicitation

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DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: The little Calumet Trail system is used by tens of thousands of visitors and educational groups annually. This trail comprises several wood sections and a metal bridge followed by a Boardwalk with a wooden deck. This Boardwalk section is the one to be replaced as part of this project. This area provides visitors with experience among the prairies, wetlands, and the Calumet River that end into Lake Michigan.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Indiana Dunes National Park, Little Calumet River, 1100 Mineral Springs Road Porter Indiana, 32765.

B. Work consists of a complete Boardwalk replacement from foundations to the decking. New railings shall be provided as outlined in the drawings:

• This project involves removing the existing boardwalk, deck, structural framing, structural columns, and foundations, and dispose of all the materials to an approved landfill.

• Provide shop drawings, Furnish and install a Wickcraft, or an approved “or equal” product, galvanized structural steel framed boardwalk with non-penetrating adjustable legs and base plates, and Yellow Pine wood decking, including all fittings, accessories, and fasteners following the plans. Anchor the baseplates into the ground with standard Wickcraft connectors or with the approved “or equal” product as per manufacturer specifications.

• Deck material shall be a –Pressure-treated Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) #1 prime grade. Size 2" x 6". The contractor shall install a prefabricated Wickcraft decking or approved equal product.

• The new boardwalk shall be approximately 6 feet wide and approximately 950 feet long. The maximum longitudinal slope cannot exceed 5 percent, and the cross-section slope must not exceed 2 percent. Every time a slope change occurs, a landing area of 5 feet long is required.

• The decking shall meet all the requirements of the Architectural Barrier Act and the latest International Building Code.

• Handrails must be included in the construction using– Pressure-treated Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) #1 prime grade as per detail E on page C06 of the design drawings.

• The manufacturer must include the shop drawings for the platform, which must comply with Building Code requirements and the Architectural Barriers Act.

C. The contractor must provide complete shop drawings and ensure they meet the International and State Codes.

D. The contractor will perform all work in a single contract.

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E. Period of performance: Work shall be completed 120 days after issuance of Notice to Proceed

(NTP)

ITEM 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS

A. All frames must meet or exceed International Building Code requirements of 100psf load capacity.

B. Galvanized structural steel frame sections constructed from ASTM A500 Structural Steel.

C. Frame connections to be fabricated from ¼” A36 Structural Steel.

D. Legs and leg-sleeves to be fabricated from ASTM A500 Structural Steel pipe.

E. Entire post-fabrication frame assembly to be hot dipped galvanized (HDG) with a minimum of 3.9 mill thickness of zinc-based galvanizing.

F. All post-galvanized frame assemblies must be hand rasped and free of any sharp edges without compromising the galvanized integrity.

G. All decking must meet or exceed International Building Code requirements of 100psf load capacity.

a. Southern Yellow Pine – Pressure treated Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) #1 prime grade. Size 2” x 6”

H. Frame sections are to be adjustable and leveling. Height adjustments are to be constrained with a 3/8 set bolt and 2-1/4 self-tapping screws per leg.

I. All boardwalk surfaces are to be ADA compliant.

J. Suggested product is as follows, but is subject to brand name or an “or equal” product:

Wickcraft Company, Inc.

2317 Daniels Street Madison, WI 53718 Phone: (608) 244-9177

ERECTION

A. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for all installation permits, safety, and environmental concerns.

B. All materials and construction practices for foundation, railing, and decks, are to be installed per local codes and industry standards.

C. Installed products are to be done so in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations to maintain warranty.

D. Leg/pile locations must be determined suitable and adequate before installation by the COR.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: always, the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

A. No signs or advertisements shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park.

B. Smoking is not permitted within any Federal building or 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

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C. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall always conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during regular business working hours of 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

A. The contractor shall not perform any work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, early morning, or at night without prior consent from the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative. Submit requests for work outside of the stated regular business hours to the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative. for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit the use of premises as described on Sheet No. C04 DEMOLITION. Do not disturb portions of the Project site beyond areas in which the work is indicated.

B. Limits: Confine construction operations to the existing boardwalk trail. No disturbances shall be allowed outside of the current boardwalk trail area. Only limit/ed use of natural surfaces will be allowed.

C. Entrances: Keep access roads and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government employees, and emergency vehicles always. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize the use of driveways and entrances.

D. Limit site disturbance, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to:

a. Existing boardwalk trail area. The contractor could use additional staging areas on the current trail located on the metal bridge's westbound site.

E. Security and Protection facilities installation:

1. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

1. Cleaning of Equipment: The Contractor shall ensure that before moving on to the Project Area, all equipment is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Ensure that all equipment has been pressure washed and is free of exotic species before the start-up of operations and equipment to the Project Area. Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds, and other debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools is not required.

2. Tree and Plant Protection: Provide a Tree Protection fence at the drip line of trees impacted in the construction area. Coordinate with COR.

3. Pest Control: Follow NPS requirements and practices to minimize attraction and harboring of rodents, roaches, and other pests and to perform extermination and control procedures at

Section 01 10 00 Page 6 regular intervals so the project will be free of pests and their residues at Substantial Completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

4. Site Enclosure Fence: Before construction operations begin, furnish, and install portable chain link fencing in a manner that will prevent people and animals from easily entering the site and or storage areas except by entrance gates.

a. The extent of Fence: As required to enclose portion determined sufficient to accommodate construction operations and storage

b. Locate vehicular gates to avoid interference with traffic on public thoroughfares.

c. Locate pedestrian entrance gates as required to provide controlled personnel entry.

d. Maintain security by limiting the number of keys and restricting distribution to authorized personnel. Provide the Contracting Officer Representative. with one set of keys.

5. Security Enclosure and Lockup: Install substantial temporary enclosure around partially completed areas of construction. Provide lockable entrances to prevent unauthorized access, vandalism, theft, and similar violations of security.

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine storage of materials and equipment to the project area. Limits of use and control shall be subject to Contracting Officer Representative’s approval. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: N/A

3.6 Hauling Restrictions: Match State and County road requirements for all park work/access.

3.7 Housekeeping:

A. Keep the project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition always. Store and use equipment, tools, and materials in a manner that does not present a hazard. Immediately remove all hazardous rubbish. Do not allow debris to accumulate. Provide on-site containers for collecting waste and dispose of it at frequent intervals during work progress.

B. Dispose of waste materials legally using contractor’s dumpsters on site.

C. Address Recycling

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings: - Not Used.

3.9 Photo Documentation:

All photos shall be in focus, show the maximum range of general field photo depth, and close up the detail photo. Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 megapixels minimum (Pictures in digital format can be delivered in a flash drive by email or using any FTP as soon as the delivered images information does not contain any PII.) within seven (7) days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

A. Existing Condition Images: Before starting construction, take color, dated, digital images of the project site and adjacent property roads. That may be impacted by construction activity/traffic.

Include existing items to remain or be salvaged from different vantage points and with context for location identification.

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B. Construction Images:

1. Document all sub-surface work/ before backfilling with enough overall field view, show location, and details.

2. Maintain an organized index for photos with date and description.

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergencies occur. Submit within 24 hours.

3.10 Fire and Life Safety:

As a minimum, conduct one weekly 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be led by a foreman or supervisor and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Topics need to coincide with work scheduled for the following week. Contractor is to document meeting minutes on the Contractor’s Quality Control Daily Reports.

A. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations).

B. Store and handle hazardous materials per manufacturers and OSHA 29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements. Maintain readily available, on-site MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

i. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the park.

ii. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

iii. Train employees how to respond to a spill and use the emergency response kit.

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

4.1 The Contractor shall commence work following the terms and conditions of the contract. (Block 11 of the SF 1442 or relevant section of the award document)

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids. All bidders will be held to have the same knowledge concerning the site and the ground conditions as if they had inspected the job site. No change orders will be approved for work evident during a site visit. Please see FAR 52.236-27 - Site Visit (Construction).

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, which may use in the Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, refer to the organizations and may find specifications of the organizations the below https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

7.1 Description: This section's work consists of establishing and implementing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

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A. It is always the contractor’s responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary personal protective equipment in good repair. As a minimum, maintain four hard hats and all other APP required equipment.

7.2 Submittals:

A. Accident Prevention Program: Prior to any work commencing on site, contractor must submit (as outlined below in Submittal section) an accident prevention plan. This plan must be submitted and approved. The program shall include:

1. Name of the responsible supervisor to carry out the program

2. First aid procedures

3. Training, both initial and continuing

4. Planning for possible emergencies

5. Contractor to identify the nearest location of medical facility for emergencies

6. Recognition that will perform work in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage

B. Meeting and Inspection Reports: Safety Meetings: As a minimum, conduct 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be led by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Submit a report of safety meetings and inspections. Contractor is to document meeting minutes on the Contractor’s Quality Control Daily Reports.

7.3 Qualification of Employees:

A. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to safely perform their assigned duties to include vehicles and equipment operators. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

B. Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

7.4 Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the Contracting Officer or designee as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required to investigate the accident.

7.5 First Aid Facilities: Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

7.6 Emergency Instructions: Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for an ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the worksite.

7.7 Protective Equipment: It is always the contractor’s responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment.

7.8 Hazardous Materials: It shall be the responsibility of all operators and contractors functioning within the park to clean up, mitigate and remediate if necessary, properly. All unauthorized discharges of hazardous materials or non-hazardous chemical and biological products released from the fleet and other support

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A. If a spill, leak, or other release occurs, the operator shall notify the National Park Service Emergency Dispatch as soon as possible without impeding cleanup.

ITEM 8 - PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: See FAR 52.236-26

ITEM 9 – SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Submittal Procedures:

A. General Submittal Procedures: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted via email using National Park Service form CM-16 form. The form will be provided by the Contracting Officer. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Contractor shall submit to Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

1. Documents to be submitted to Contracting Office before Notice to Proceed (NTP) will be issued (all are due 10 calendar days after notice of contract award):

1. Signed Contract

2. Alternative Payment Protection - Must provide either a Payment

Bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit for construction contracts greater than $35,000, but not greater than $150,000

a. Payment Bonds - Must be provided for construction contracts exceeding $150,000

b. Performance Bond - Must be provided for any construction contracts exceeding $150,000

3. Certificate of Liability Insurance

4. Letter Designating the Project Manager and Site Superintendent and their authority as it pertains to this project

If all of the documents listed above have not been received, Notice to Proceed will not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued.

2. Documents to be submitted to Contracting Office after NTP has been issued and work can be performed on-site/begin (all are due 10 calendar days after issuance of NTP or otherwise specified in the table below):

The following submittals shall be submitted with a CM-16 transmittal cover sheet to the CO/COR and submitted for approval as outlined below:

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1. Work/Project Schedule -- delineating the various stages of work by phase

(milestones)

2. Contractor shall provide, when applicable but not limited to, copies of product specifications, manufacturer’s literature and installation instructions of all materials and products to be furnished and installed. COR will verify that product specifications meet contract requirements.

3. Safety/Accident Prevention Plan

4. Waste Management Plan

5. Quality Control Plan

6. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP or UPPP)

7. List of individuals working on the project

8. SF1413 – Statement of prime contractor/ acknowledgement of subcontractor

9. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each individual product submittal and shop drawing (if required)

10. Preconstruction Submittals - Baseline Construction Schedule; G

11. SD-11 Preconstruction Submittals - Demolition Plan; G

12. SD-12 Certificates - Notification; G

13. SD-13 Closeout Submittals – Truck Hauling Receipts

14. SD-14 Shop Drawings - Fabrication Drawings; G – SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

15. SD-15 Product Data – Accessories / Deck Units – SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

16. SD-16 Design Data - Deck Units; G - SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

17. SD-17 Certificates - Manufacturer's Certificate – SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

3. The following submittals are required to be submitted before final payment is made:

1. Unless otherwise specified in the specifications, Contractor is required to provide at the end of the project a series of before, during and after pictures of what was completed. The pictures will include all areas the contractor is authorized to work on.

2. Manufacturers recommended care and cleaning requirements (if applicable)

3. Receipts from recycling companies showing quantity of material being recycled.

4. Warranty documentation for workmanship (as outlined in the

Specifications/Statement of Work: Start date of warranty will be the date shown on the Final Inspection Checklist/Report)

5. Product warranties (if applicable)

6. Pay applications

7. Certified payrolls

8. Contractor quality control daily reports (any outstanding)

9. Release of Claims - must be for the full amount of the contract (to include modifications)

10. SF1413 (any outstanding) - Statement of prime contractor/ acknowledgement of subcontractor

11. Drawings/pictures (if applicable), etc.

12. Testing Reports (if applicable)

13. Final Inspection Checklist/Report (initiated by the COR, all parties sign once complete)

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A. Submittal List: A submittal list has been attached to the end of this Specification Section. The intent is to provide an overall summary of submittal requirements and not a comprehensive list. The requirements of the individual Specification Sections, terms and conditions of the Contract still apply regardless of what is shown on the submittal list.

B. The items in the Submittal List shall be submitted in accordance with the “Date Completed” column. If all of these documents have not been received in the timeframe outlined in the column, the Notice to Proceed will not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued. Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor of tentative date for the Pre- Construction Conference after contract award.

Description Quantity/

Format Date Completed

Signed Contract.

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

Payment Bond/Performance Bond or irrevocable letter of credit.

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the Contactor and all subcontractors.

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

Letter designating Project Superintendent and Site Superintendent and their authority as it pertains to this project.

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

Documentation of licensing or certification as an approved installer by manufacturer of materials to be used.

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Project Schedule Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

List of individuals working on the project

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

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Safety/ Accident Prevention Plan Electronic

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed; before any work is conducted/begins

Product Specifications manufacturer’s literature and installation instructions of all materials (when applicable)

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

List of all subcontractors Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses

(SF1413).

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all applicable materials (if applicable)

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Required photographs - before, during and after pictures of what was completed.

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as specified in the specifications

Manufacturers recommended care and cleaning requirements

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Receipts from recycling companies showing quantity of material being recycled

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Warranty documentation for workmanship

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Product warranties (if applicable) Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Pay applications Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed for progress payments

Certified payrolls Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed for progress payments

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Contractor quality control daily reports (any outstanding)

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed for progress payments

Release of Claims - must be for the full amount of the contract (to include modifications)

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

SF1413 (any outstanding) - Statement of prime contractor/ acknowledgement of subcontractor

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed before and throughout the life of the contract

Drawings/pictures (if applicable), etc. Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as specified in the specifications

Testing Reports (if applicable) Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as specified in the specifications

Final Inspection Checklist/Report Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Technical Section specified documents as stated above

Electronic Copy

As required to maintain the project schedule and with product lead times

9.2 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples: Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet in the form of the CM-16 transmittal cover sheet.

A. Shop Drawings: Provide complete boardwalk design showing foundations, primary structural members, deck, and railing meeting the drawings and specifications. The completed drawings must meet the Code requirements and specified loading conditions.

B. Shop Drawings: Indicate connection details, anchorage spacing, hardware locations, and installation details.

1. Submit Shop Drawings according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF

or. TIF) and two full-size hardcopy documents to COR.

C. Product Data: Provide component construction, anchorage method, hardware, etc.

1. According to Part 9.1 of this section, Submit Product Data includes one digital file (.PDF or.

TIF) to COR.

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D. For submittals specified above, forward submittals to CO and COR at least 15 calendar days before need for approval (depends on length of project).

E. Submittals are to be provided electronically, except in the case of otherwise specified physical color or materials samples (if required). After approving submittals, Contracting Officer will return one copy of the approved submittal to the Contractor. If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return copy of the disapproved submittal that was provided electronically, not to include color and material samples submitted, to Contractor with reasons for rejection. Contractor will be required to resubmit, correcting the identified reasons in the returned disapproved submittal. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 3 manufacturers, the product description reflects the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs. The salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet are specified in the solicitation or relevant specification.

A. For each item proposed as an “approved equal,” submit supporting data, including:

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

3. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

4. Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

5. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists. Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

B. A request for approval constitutes a representation that Contractor:

1. Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

2. Will provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

3. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

4. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

5. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

C. Approved Equals will be evaluated and approved/disapproved during the submittal process.

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9.4 Project Schedule: Within 10 calendar days after issuance of NTP and before beginning any work, submit Project Schedule. Contracting Officer Representative and Contracting Officer will review the Project Schedule for format and content. Submit Project Schedule electronically (normally in Gantt Chart format) showing estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. The first progress payment will not be issued until an acceptable project schedule is submitted. The following information must accompany submission of project schedule prior to processing any pay application:

A. Daily/weekly progress reports during construction as part of the administration process.

B. Schedule of Values: Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for payment. The work activities broken out within the schedule of values shall be integrated into and made a logical part of the construction baseline schedule submitted under this specification. The total costs for the component work activities shall equal the contract price for that lump-sum item. The Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. A sample Schedule of Values will be provided by the Contracting Officer Representative.

ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

10.1 Description: This section's work consists of providing temporary services required for the contractor's performance of this contract's work.

10.2 Fire Prevention and Protection:

A. Hazard Control: Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

11.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures, and safety precautions.

11.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for use.

11.3 Final Inspection/Project Closeout: Submit written certification that project is complete, and a final inspection must be requested to the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative in writing. The Contracting Officer or designee will inspect within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

A. If the work is determined to be complete, following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer

Representative will prepare and complete the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection

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Contracting Officer will then make final approval of the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection document issuing final acceptance of the project.

B. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative will notify Contractor in writing and prepare the Punchlist Items on the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection document. Contractor shall request a new final inspection after completing the work. Re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

C. Contractor shall complete the Punch List items as documented on the final project closeout checklist/inspection document.

D. If Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items, Contracting Officer will issue documentation of final acceptance/project completion of the work by issuing final approval on the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection document, resulting in issuing final acceptance of the project.

E. If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time frame, the Contracting Officer may correct the work with an appropriate reduction in contract price or charge for re-inspection costs in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

F. Disposition of any permits and warranties required by the specifications in this section.

11.4 Final Acceptance: After all deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of Acceptance will be issued.

Contractor will be required to submit all items as outlined in the submittal section above before final payment will be approved and finalized.

11.5 Warranties

A. 1-year Construction Warranty on all labor and workmanship shall be based on date of final acceptance. This is determined/issued by COR/CO and contractor during the project closeout phase. This warranty does not include the individual manufacturer’s part or product implied warranties.

B. Provide All Warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extents and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall final acceptance/project completion.

C. Information shall include operation and maintenance manuals for each warranted material.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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DEMOLITION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES – Not Used

1.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1.2.1 Definitions – Not Used

1.2.1.1 Demolition

Demolition is the process of wrecking or taking out any load-supporting structural member of a facility together with any related handling and disposal operations.

1.2.1.2 Deconstruction - Not Used

1.2.1.3 Demolition Plan

Demolition Plan is the planned steps and processes for managing demolition activities and identifying the required sequencing activities and disposal mechanisms.

1.2.2 Demolition/Deconstruction Plan

Prepare a Demolition Plan and submit proposed demolition and removal procedures for approval before work is started. Provide procedures for the safe conduct of the work. Contracting Officer shall approve the plan before work beginning.

1.2.3 General Requirements

Do not begin demolition or deconstruction until authorization is received from the Contracting Officer.

Remove rubbish and debris from the project site; do not allow accumulations on the surrounding areas.

In the interest of occupational safety and health, perform daily inspections to identify any safety hazards.

1.3 ITEMS TO REMAIN IN PLACE

Take necessary precautions to avoid damage to existing items to remain in place, be reused, or remain the Government's property. Repair or replace damaged items as approved by the Contracting Officer.

Coordinate the work of this section with all other work indicated. Construct and maintain shoring, bracing, and supports as required. Ensure that structural elements are not overloaded. Repairs, reinforcement, or structural replacement require approval by the Contracting Officer before performing such work.

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1.3.1 Existing Construction Limits and Protection

Do not disturb existing construction beyond the extent indicated or necessary for installation of new construction. Provide temporary shoring and bracing for support of boardwalk components to prevent settlement or other movements. Provide protective measures to control the accumulation and migration of dust and dirt in all work areas. Remove dust, dirt, and debris from work areas daily.

1.3.2 Weather Protection - Not Used.

1.3.3 Trees – Not Used.

1.3.4 Utility Service - Not used.

1.3.5 Facilities

Ensure that no elements determined to be unstable are left unsupported and place and secure bracing, shoring, or lateral supports as may be required as a result of any cutting, removal, deconstruction, or demolition work performed under this contract.

1.4 BURNING

The use of burning at the project site for the disposal of refuse and debris will not be permitted.

1.5 AVAILABILITY OF WORK AREAS

Areas in which the work is to be accomplished will be available per the Location Map Sheet C03.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are for Contractor Quality Control approval.

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

See Item 9 Submittals for the entire submittal list.

SD-12 Preconstruction Submittals

Demolition Plan; G

SD-13 Certificates

Notification; G

SD-14 Closeout Submittals

Receipts

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1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Submit timely notification of demolition projects to Federal, State, regional, and local authorities. Notify the Contracting Officer in writing ten (10) working days before the commencement of work. Comply with federal, state, and local hauling and disposal regulations. In addition to the requirements of the "Contract Clauses," conform to the safety requirements. Comply with the Environmental Protection Agency requirements specified.

1.8 PROTECTION

1.8.1 Traffic Control Signs

Not Used.

1.8.2 Protection of Personnel

Before, during, and after the demolition work, evaluate continuously the structure's condition being demolished and took immediate action to protect all personnel working in and around the project site.

No area, section, or component of the boardwalk will be allowed to be left standing without sufficient bracing, shoring, or lateral support to prevent collapse or failure. At the same time, workmen remove debris or perform other work in the immediate area.

1.9 FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE (FOD) - Not Used

1.10 RELOCATIONS – Not Used.

1.11 EXISTING CONDITIONS

Before beginning any demolition or deconstruction work, survey the site and examine the drawings and specifications to determine the work's extent. Record existing conditions in the Contracting Officer's presence showing the condition of structures and other facilities adjacent to areas of alteration or removal. Photographs sized 4 x 5 inches will be accepted as a record of existing conditions. Include in the record the elevation of the top of the boardwalk that exists before starting work. It is the contractor's responsibility to verify and document all required outages required during the course of work and note these outages on the recorded document. Contact the CO if there are any discrepancies.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 FILL MATERIAL

a. Use clean sand material to fill all the holes one time all the foundations and posts have been completely removed during the demolition process. No compaction will be required.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXISTING FACILITIES TO BE REMOVED

Inspect and evaluate existing structures on-site to be removed. All demolish materials shall be completely removed from the site.

3.1.1 Structures

a. Remove entirely the existing boardwalk structures including the foundations.

3.2 CONCURRENT EARTH-MOVING OPERATIONS - Not Used.

3.3 DISPOSITION OF MATERIAL

3.3.1 Title to Materials

All materials removed and not reused or salvaged shall become the contractor's property and shall be removed from Government property. Title to materials resulting from demolition and deconstruction, and materials and equipment to be removed, is vested in the contractor upon approval by the Contracting Officer of the contractor's demolition, deconstruction, and removal procedures, and authorization by the Contracting Officer to begin demolition and deconstruction. The Government will not be responsible for the condition or loss of, or damage to, such property after contract award. Showing for sale or selling materials and equipment on-site is prohibited.

3.4 CLEANUP

Remove debris and rubbish from the basement and similar excavations. Remove and transport the debris in a manner that prevents spillage on streets or adjacent areas. Apply local regulations regarding hauling and disposal.

3.5 DISPOSAL OF REMOVED MATERIALS

3.5.1 Regulation of Removed Materials

Dispose of debris, rubbish, scrap, and other no salvageable materials resulting from removal operations with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Storage of removed materials on the project site is prohibited.

3.5.2 Burning on Government Property

Burning of materials removed from demolished and deconstructed structures will not be permitted on Government property.

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3.5.3 Removal to Spoil Areas on Government Property – Not Used

3.5.4 Removal from Government Property

Transport waste materials removed from demolished and deconstructed structures, except waste soil, from Government property for legal disposal. Dispose of waste soil as directed.

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