B08_Attachment_1__Specifications_(255011A).pdf

SAN FRANCISCO MARITIME NATIONAL

HISTORICAL PARK

REPLACE RETAINING WALL BETWEEN BOCCE

COURT AND VAN NESS STREET

Contract No. 140P8519D0002 Task Order No. 140P8522F0122

SAFR PMIS No. 255011B

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

PACIFIC WEST REGION

JULY 2025

04/28/2025

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 Summary of Work 01 11 40 Work Restrictions 01 27 00 Definition of Contract Price Items 01 31 00 Project Management & Coordination 01 32 16 Construction Schedule 01 33 23 Submittal Procedures 01 35 23 Safety Requirements 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities & Controls 01 56 00 Temporary Barriers 01 57 23 Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention 01 73 40 Execution 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management & Disposal 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures

Appendix A Submittal List Appendix B List of Closeout Requirements

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 05 10 General Site Construction Requirements 02 41 00 Demolition & Abandonment

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 31 00 Normal Weight Structural Concrete

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY (Section not used)

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 05 52 00 Metal Railings

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS & COMPONENTS (Section not used)

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL & MOISTURE PROTECTION (Section not used)

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS (Section not used)

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES (Section not used)

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES (Section not used)

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DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS (Section not used)

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION (Section not used)

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION (Section not used)

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING (Section not used)

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Section not used)

DIVISION 25 – INTEGRATED AUTOMATION (Section not used)

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL (Section not used)

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS (Section not used)

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY & SECURITY (Section not used)

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 05 16 Aggregates for Earthwork 31 10 00 Site Clearing & Grading 31 23 00 General Excavation & Fill 31 23 23 Controlled Density Fill 31 23 33.10 Restoration of Surfaces 31 25 00 Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control 31 25 00.10 Watering 31 25 14.16 Rolled Erosion Control Mats and Blankets 31 62 16.16 Steel Piles

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 16 00 Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways 32 16 13 Curbs 32 80 00 Irrigation 32 90 00 Seeding, Sodding and Landscaping 32 91 00 Mulching 32 94 19 Decomposed Granite

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES (Section not used)

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION (Section not used)

DIVISION 35 – WATERWAY & MARINE CONSTRUCTION (Section not used)

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DIVISION 40 – PROCESS INTEGRATION (Section not used)

DIVISION 41 – MATERIAL PROCESSING & HANDLING EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 42 – PROCESS HEATING, COOLING & DRYING EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 43 – PROCESS GAS & LIQUID HANDLING, PURIFICATION & STORAGE

EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 44 – POLLUTION CONTROL EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 45 – INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 46 – EQUIPMENT (Section not used)

DIVISION 48 – ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION (Section not used)

Appendix A Geotechnical Report Appendix B Miscellaneous Maps Appendix C Title I/II Reports

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 01

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Location: Bocce Ball Court, San Francisco Maritime national Historical Park, California.

B. The Work includes the following:

1. The Work includes the abandonment of an existing approximately 75 lineal foot lower wood retaining wall with construction of new cast-in-place concrete retaining wall in front of existing wall. New driven piles will be connected adjacent to existing wood piles to help support existing wall during the approximately 2 feet of vertical excavation for new concrete retaining wall footing. This work also includes the demolition of approximately 50 lineal foot upper wood retaining wall and replacing with new cast-in-place concrete retaining wall. Partial demolition and replacement of the existing sidewalk will be done to allow room for new concrete retaining wall construction excavation.

1.2 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED ITEMS

A. The Government may furnish products and materials for incorporation into the work.

1. The government will arrange and pay for delivery of government furnished items to the project site based on the contractor’s approved construction schedule.

2. After delivery, the government will inspect delivered items for damage. If items are damaged, defective, or missing, the government will arrange for replacement.

3. The contractor is responsible for receiving, unloading, and handling government furnished items at project site for use in the work.

4. The contractor is responsible for protecting government furnished items during storage, handling, and the work, including damage from exposure to the elements.

5. If government furnished items are damaged as a result of the contractor’s operations, the contractor shall repair or replace the items in-kind.

B. Government-Furnished Items: The government will furnish the following products or materials for use on the contract: None anticipated.

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1.3 PUBLIC USE OF SITE

A. General: The general project area will be closed to the public during construction. The contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Limit use of the site during the construction period to the project area limits as outlined on the project plans. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the project area limits.

B. Site Access: The contractor shall access the project site as outlined on the project plans. Do not drive vehicles off pavement or access non-project areas without permission from the contracting officer.

C. Park Regulations: Ensure all personnel (contractors, subcontractors, and vendors) entering or working in the park are familiar with and obey all park regulations. Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity.

D. Working Hours: Regular work hours shall be limited to daylight hours from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding government holidays. No early morning or weekend hours. Hours for noisy activities will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. Work outside regular hours requires approval from the contracting officer.

E. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within 20 feet of any buildings in the recreation area. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction, and buildings under renovation. Discarding of tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

F. Staging and Storage: Confine storage of equipment and materials to the staging / lay-down / storage areas established at the preconstruction meeting.

G. Parking: The contractor shall park vehicles and heavy equipment in designated areas for contractor use or as established at the preconstruction meeting. Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along roads or in associated pull-outs.

H. Driveways and Entrances: The contractor shall keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the government, government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

I. Preservation of Natural Features: Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restored damaged areas and replace damaged trees, vegetation, and grass at no expense to the government.

J. Refer also to Section 01 11 40 Work Restrictions and Section 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities & Controls.

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PART 2 – PRODUCTS (not used)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (not used)

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WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 01 11 40

WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 PARK REGULATIONS

A. General: The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Ensure personnel (contractors or subcontractors) working in the recreation area become familiar with and obey all regulations, wear hard hats in designated areas, and do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry.

2. Ensure equipment is conspicuously marked for identification.

3. The Contractor shall restrict employees / representatives to the work site and control travel directly to and from the work site.

4. Restore all traffic / parking / security signs and markings, including space numbers, designations, and lines, to their original form if such signs / markings are defaced or deleted during construction / repair.

5. Control and provide security of Contractor-owned equipment and materials at the work site. Report immediately missing / lost / stolen property.

6. Vehicles / Heavy Equipment:

a. Rules of the Road: All vehicles and heavy equipment will comply with posted traffic regulations, including speed limits and double-yellow center lane markings.

Vehicles and heavy equipment shall take every safe opportunity to use paved roadside pullouts in order to allow faster moving traffic to pass. Failure to comply with traffic regulations will result in a citation being issued to the driver.

b. Vehicle Parking: Vehicles and heavy equipment will be permitted at designated parking areas only.

c. Vehicle Exhaust: All vehicles will be properly maintained to ensure that the exhaust produced is within legal limits. Effects of excessive vehicle exhaust may be subject to enforcement of State and Federal laws regarding emissions as well as those regarding threatened and endangered species.

d. Spills: Contractor shall be responsible for any cleanup efforts required in accordance with 40 CFR and all applicable state environmental quality laws regarding disposal and cleanup of hazardous / industrial wastes. Contractor must immediately notify the Contracting Officer of spills.

e. Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections: The Contractor, employees, contractors, and subcontractors shall fully cooperate regarding safety inspections of

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commercial vehicles. Commercial vehicle safety inspections may be conducted unannounced for employee and visitor safety. Vehicles are checked for safety and mechanical deficiencies and for compliance with current state and federal laws and regulations. Driver licenses and medical certificates are also checked.

f. DOT Compliance: All vehicles are to be compliant with all DOT requirements including but not limited to driver with appropriate license class, medical examiner card as appropriate with license class, carrying three (3) triangles or three (3) flares, mounted fire extinguisher, and valid DOT safety sticker.

g. Slow Vehicles: The Contractor is to notify the Contracting Officer of slow vehicles that may cause traffic delays or extended traffic lines so that traffic impacts can be reviewed and planned for accordingly.

h. Oversized Vehicles: Oversized vehicles are defined as vehicles where the width of the vehicle or load exceeds one lane (i.e., beyond the center line of the paved road). The Contractor is to notify the Contracting Officer of oversized vehicles, scheduled dates and estimated arrival times.

i. Law Enforcement: Law enforcement will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity. Contractor must immediately comply with any instructions issued by law enforcement.

k. Road & Weight Restrictions: All vehicle load, weight and size limitations, as established by State law, apply (36 CFR § 4.11). No loads heavier than the current load rating for roads will be permitted.

7. Emergency Medical and Accident Reporting:

a. The Contractor or subcontractor shall contact Rec. Area Headquarters for any medical emergency or traffic accident occurring within Rec. Area.

Emergency number: Dial 911 as needed.

b. The Contractor or subcontractor is required to report ANY personal injury and / or property damage incident occurring within the Recreation Area. This report must be made to a Law Enforcement at the first available opportunity before leaving:

1.2 RESOURCE PROTECTION

A. General: The Rec. Area is committed to protecting natural and cultural resources found within the Area and adjacent lands. The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Invasive Species: The introduction of non-native invasive species can threaten rare and endangered species or can create new populations of non-native species not traditionally found in the Area. The contractor is required to thoroughly clean all vehicles, equipment, tools, supplies, and materials prior to entering the Rec. Area. The Area may require inspections to ensure non-transport of non-native species PRIOR to arriving at the site.

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Contact the Contracting Officer or their representative at least (3) three days in advance of entry to arrange for inspection(s) at an agreed upon location.

2. Endangered Species: Endangered species are protected by Federal law. Obey all associated regulations. Drivers must obey all traffic laws and keep an eye out for animals on or alongside road. Contact Rec Area headquarters immediately if an animal is hit or injured or will not move off of the road.

3. Archaeological Resources: Archaeological resources are physical evidences of past human activity, including evidences of the effects of that activity on the environment.

Archaeological resources are found above and below ground and underwater. The Rec.

Area will provide an archeological monitor when deemed necessary. If the monitor discovers resources, the contractor shall stop work or relocate work to a non-sensitive area and contact the contracting officer immediately. The contractor shall avoid any areas of discovery until such a time until continuation of work in that area is approved by the contracting officer. Archaeological resources typically found in the Area or at the project site(s) will be discussed further at the preconstruction meeting.

4. Soundscape / Noise: The contractor shall minimize noise levels at the project site to protect the soundscape of the Area. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week or as directed by the contracting officer.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (not used)

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

SECTION 01 27 00

DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The intent of this section is to set a schedule of values and to explain, in general, what is and what is not included in the contract and to determine whether the price set forth is fair and reasonable.

B. If no contract line item exists for a portion of the work, include the costs in a related item.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (not used)

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Contract Price Item No. 1 – Mobilization & Demobilization

1. This price item consists of mobilization, demobilization and includes providing all required traffic control, erosion control, temporary stormwater pollution prevention, and Contractor prepared permitting and plans necessary for the completion of the project in accordance with the project plans and specifications. The government will consider that mobilization is sixty (60) percent and demobilization is forty (40) percent of the total cost and effort for Mobilization and Demobilization.

2. No separate measurement will be made.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

B. Contract Price Item No. 2 – Site Demolition

1. This price item covers all cost associated with the completion of all required site demolition work necessary to complete the project in accordance with the project Drawings and the intent of the retaining wall project. This includes but is not limited to temporary fencing, clearing and grubbing, and the removal and disposal of all existing materials and items identified on the Drawings.

2. No separate measurement will be made.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

C. Contract Price Item No. 3 – Excavation/Sitework

1. This price item includes but is not limited to providing all labor, materials and equipment required to complete all necessary excavation and site work, including but not limited to installation of irrigation service, shoring, filling/backfilling, grading, compaction, site preparation, concrete curb and sidewalk, paving, and installation of new and/or recycled

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

DG as necessary for the completion of the project in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications. This item also includes the protection of all site features not designated for removal or replacement.

2. No separate measurement will be made.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

D. Contract Price Item No. 4 – Retaining Wall

1. This price item includes providing all labor, materials and equipment required to construct the fully functional reinforced concrete retaining walls in accordance with the project Drawings and Specifications. This includes but is not limited to steel pile installation, providing and installing all required form work, constructing the required reinforced concrete foundation, constructing the reinforced concrete retaining walls, installation of the handrail railing, and all other retaining wall components in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

2. No separate measurement will be made.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

E. Contract Price Item No. 5 – Landscaping

1. This price item includes providing all labor, materials and equipment required for all planting and to provide and install all required topsoil and seeding necessary to re-establish the lawn within the regraded area behind the wall. This includes but is not limited to mulching, matting, planting, and seeding in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications. This item also includes the replacement of any vegetation damaged during the overall construction process in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications.

2. No separate measurement will be made.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

SECTION 01 31 00

PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Division 01 documents: The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference.

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention Plan.

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses.

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

B. All items listed must be provided to the Contracting Officer before the Pre-Construction Conference is held. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, 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.

1.2 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI utilizing the form as directed by the Contracting Officer.

1. Contracting Officer will not respond to RFIs submitted by other entities controlled by Contractor.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner to avoid delays in the work.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

1. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

2. Date.

3. RFI subject.

4. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

5. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

6. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

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7. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

8. Contractor's signature.

9. Requested date for response.

10. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop

Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. Contracting Officer’s Action: Contracting Officer will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Contracting Officer will determine the critical nature of each RFI and issue a response accordingly.

1. The following are not considered to be RFIs and will receive no action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for approval of Contractor's means and methods.

d. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract

Documents.

e. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

f. Requests for interpretation of Architect's actions on submittals.

g. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

2. Contracting Officer's action may include a request for additional information, in which case time for response will date from time of receipt of additional information.

3. Contracting Officer's action on RFIs may result in the need for a change to the Contract Time or the Contract Sum. All contract changes will be processed following the terms and conditions of the contract.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (not used)

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CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

SECTION 01 32 16

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes Construction Schedule requirements including but not limited to the following:

1. Schedule of Values

2. Construction Schedule Requirements.

3. Construction Schedule Updates.

B. Purpose: The purpose of the Construction Schedule is to ensure adequate planning, coordination, scheduling, and reporting during execution of the work by the Contractor. The Construction Schedule will assist the Contractor and Contracting Officer in monitoring the progress of the work, evaluating proposed changes, and processing the Contractor's monthly progress payment.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Schedule of Values: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference submit a schedule of dollar values based on the Contract Price Schedule.

B. Construction Baseline Schedule: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit a baseline schedule, large enough to show entire schedule for entire construction period.

C. Construction Schedule Updates: Prior to progress payment request date, submit estimates of the percent completion of each schedule activity and necessary supporting data.

1.3 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate Construction Baseline Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontractors, payment request, and other required schedules and reports.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. 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

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CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

the contract price for that lump-sum item. The Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. Include mobilization, general condition costs, overhead and profit in the total dollar value of unit price items and in the component work activities for each lump-sum item. Do not include mobilization, general condition costs, overhead or profit as a separate item.

B. Do not break down unit price items. Use only the contract price for unit price items.

C. The total cost of all items shall equal the contract price. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for progress payments.

D. An acceptable Schedule of Values shall be agreed upon by the Contractor and Contracting Officer before the first progress payment is processed.

2.2 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

A. Construction Baseline Schedule: Prepare Construction Baseline Schedule using a computerized scheduling software.

1. Construction Baseline Schedule shall show submittal review, construction start date, work activities / staff resources, activity durations, major milestones, inspection dates, closeout activities, and project end date.

2. Establish procedures for updating Construction Baseline Schedule and for reporting progress. Coordinate procedures with progress meeting and payment request dates.

3. Contracting Officer may request an updated Construction Schedule at any time to confirm progress of the work.

PART 3 –EXECUTION (not used)

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 33 23

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. A list of submittals has been attached at the end of the Division 01 Specifications for your convenience. The intent is to provide an overall summary of submittals and not a comprehensive list. The terms and conditions of the contract still require you to satisfy the requirements of the individual specification sections regardless of what is shown on the list.

B. Electronic Submittals: Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted using National Park Service Form CM-16. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Complete the general information at the top of the form.

a. Provide all required information based on the submittal type.

b. Attach all related documents.

c. Sign the CM-16 form in the contractor section at the bottom of the form.

2. Physical Samples: Complete the CM-16 form as outlined above and deliver the physical sample to the CO (or designee) on site for processing. All comments and actions will be documented on the CM-16 form.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (not used)

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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 35 23

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes establishing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention Plan: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit for review, an Accident Prevention Plan. The Contracting Officer will review the proposed Plan. If the plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the Plan within ten (10) days. No progress payments will be made until the Plan is accepted.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with contract clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and Responsibilities". In case of conflicts between Federal, State, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualifications of Employees:

1. All employees must be physically qualified and able to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. Do not allow employees to perform work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of prescription or illegal drug use, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

3. Operators of vehicles, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be fully capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

1.4 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A project reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, fires, and property damage by accident in excess of one hundred dollars ($100). Notify Contracting Officer immediately in the event of a reportable accident. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to Contracting

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Officer an Accident/Property Damage Report (Form CM-22). Form may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN

A. The Plan shall be written to comply with OSHA and project requirements (a generic plan is not acceptable) including but not limited to the following:

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

2. Weekly and monthly safety meetings.

3. First aid procedures.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to provide for property protection and safety of the public, National Park Service personnel, and Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase.

5. Training, both initial and continuing.

6. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as floods, fires, cave-ins, slides, explosions, power outages, and wind storms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

2.2 FIRST AID FACILITIES

A. Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

2.3 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

A. Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

3.2 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY

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

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B. All Hot Work will require approval from the park. It shall be the contractor’s responsibility to coordinate this work and the associated approval with park staff. All Hot Work to comply with requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252.

C. Store hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s and OSHA recommendations.

Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS for each chemical.

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

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

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

3.3 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition. Clean, sanitize, and repair personal items, as appropriate, before issuing them to another individual.

B. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.4 SAFETY MEETINGS

A. As a minimum, conduct weekly fifteen (15) minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted 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. Document and submit meeting minutes to the Contracting Officer within one day after the meeting.

B. Conduct monthly safety meetings for all levels of supervision. Meetings shall be attended by all contractors and subcontractors performing work on the site. Notify the Contracting Officer of meeting dates and times. These meetings shall be used to review the effectiveness of the Contractor's safety effort, to resolve current health and safety problems, to provide a forum for planning safe construction activities, and for updating the Accident Prevention Plan. The Contracting Officers Representative will attend the meeting and enter the results of the meetings into the daily log.

3.5 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. A hard hat area shall be designated by the Contractor. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

B. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary personal protective equipment at all times. As a minimum, provide three (3) hard hats for use by visitors.

3.6 TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to an adequate number of personnel to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

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B. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

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QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 40 00

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

B. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract Document requirements. The quality of all work shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1. Specified tests, inspections, and related actions do not limit Contractor's other quality assurance and control procedures that facilitate compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

C. Testing to be performed by the Government’s Representative:

1. Full-time observation during installation of the driven solder piles within three (3) consecutive days.

2. Part-time observation during grading and foundation construction with four (4) part-time periodic site visits.

3. Verify placement, cover, and bar size of retaining wall stem and footing reinforcement with (2) part-time periodic site visits.

D. Parking and access routes must meet federal accessibility standards. These standards are available at https://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-sites/about-the-aba-standards/aba-standards/chapter-5-general-site-and-building-elements.

E. See Divisions 02 through 48 Sections for specific test and inspection requirements.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Quality Assurance Services: Activities, actions, and procedures performed before and during execution of the work to guard against defects and deficiencies and substantiate that proposed construction will comply with requirements.

B. Quality Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and after execution of the work to evaluate that actual products incorporated into the work and completed construction comply with requirements.

C. Preconstruction Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed specifically for the project before products and materials are incorporated into the work to verify performance or compliance with specified criteria.

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D. Product Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), a National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP), or a testing agency qualified to conduct product testing, to establish product performance and compliance with industry standards.

E. Source Quality Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed at the source, i.e., plant, mill, factory, or shop.

F. Field Quality Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed on-site for installation of the work and for completed work.

G. Testing Agency or Laboratory: An entity engaged to perform specific tests, inspections, or both. Testing laboratory shall mean the same as testing agency.

H. Installer/Applicator/Erector: Contractor or another entity engaged by Contractor as an employee, Subcontractor, or Sub-subcontractor, to perform a particular construction operation, including installation, erection, application, and similar operations.

1. Using a term such as “carpentry” does not imply that certain construction activities must be performed by accredited or unionized individuals of a corresponding generic name, such as “carpenter.” It also does not imply that requirements specified apply exclusively to trades people of the corresponding generic name.

1.3 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

A. Reference Standards: If compliance with two (2) or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties and requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to Contracting Officer for a decision before proceeding.

B. Minimum Quality Levels: The quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum provided or performed. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits. To comply with these requirements, indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, as appropriate, for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to Contracting Officer for a decision before proceeding.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Quality Control Plan:

1. After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit for approval a written Contractor Quality Control (CQC) plan.

2. If the plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the plan within ten (10) days.

3. The Government reserves the right to require changes in the plan during the contract period as necessary to obtain the quality specified.

4. No change in the approved plan may be made without written concurrence by the Contracting Officer.

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B. Qualification Data: For testing agencies specified in “Quality Assurance” Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include proof of qualifications in the form of a recent report on the inspection of the testing agency by a recognized authority.

C. Contractor's Quality Control Daily Reports: Submit showing all inspections and tests on the first workday following the date covered by the report. Quality Control Supervisor shall utilize the forms attached at the end of this Section.

D. Test Reports

1. Test reports shall be completed by the person performing the test.

2. Submit Daily Test Information Sheets with Quality Control Daily Reports.

3. Submit failing test results and proposed remedial actions within four (4) hours of noted deficiency.

4. Submit three (3) copies of complete test results no later than one (1) calendar day after the test was performed.

E. Off-Site Inspection Reports: Submit prior to shipment.

F. If the CQC plan and Quality Control Daily Reports are not submitted as specified, the Contracting Officer may retain all payments until such time a plan is accepted and implemented, or may retain payments for work completed on days there are no Quality Control Daily Reports.

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

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. General: Qualifications paragraphs in this Article establish the minimum qualification levels required; individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.

B. Contractors Quality Control Staff:

1. The Contractor's designated Quality Control Supervisor shall be on the project site whenever contract work is in progress.

2. The Contractor's job supervisory staff may be used to assist the Quality Control Supervisor supplemented, as necessary, by additional certified testing technicians.

C. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

D. Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing products or systems similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

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E. Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

F. Testing Agency Qualifications: An NRTL, an NVLAP, or an independent agency with the experience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated, as documented according to ASTM E 329; and with additional qualifications specified in individual Sections; and where required by Contract, is acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

1. NRTL: A nationally recognized testing laboratory according to 29 CFR 1910.7.

2. NVLAP: A testing agency accredited according to NIST's National Voluntary

Laboratory Accreditation Program.

3. All measuring devices, laboratory equipment, and instruments shall be calibrated at established intervals against certified standards in accordance with NIST requirements.

Upon request, measuring and testing devices shall be made available for use by the Government for verification tests.

G. Factory-Authorized Service Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative of manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

1.6 QUALITY CONTROL

A. The testing to be performed by the Government is identified in Section 1.1. The Contractor is responsible for all other testing and inspections as identified in Contract Documents and required by Codes, specifically concrete testing and verify placement of concrete for retaining wall stem and footing. Inspect and test work as needed to ensure that the quality of materials, workmanship, construction, finish, and functional performance are in compliance with applicable specifications, drawings, and those required by the Building Code.

1. Engage a qualified testing agency to perform these quality-control services.

2. Submit the appropriate report, for each quality-control service.

3. Testing and inspecting requested by Contractor and not required by the Contract

Documents are Contractor's responsibility.

4. The Contracting Officer may designate test locations.

B. Manufacturer's Field Services: Where indicated, engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect field-assembled components and equipment installation, including service connections. Report results in writing.

C. Re-testing/Re-inspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor's responsibility, provide quality-control services, including retesting and re-inspecting, for construction that replaced work that failed to comply with the Contract Documents.

D. Testing Agency Responsibilities: Cooperate with NPS and Contractor in performance of duties. Provide qualified personnel to perform required tests and inspections.

1. Notify Contracting Officer and Contractor promptly of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the work during performance of its services.

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2. Determine the location from which test samples will be taken and in which in-situ tests are conducted.

3. Conduct and interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from requirements.

4. Submit three (3) copies of the certified written report of each test, inspection, and similar quality-control service through Contractor.

5. Do not release, revoke, alter, or increase the Contract Document requirements or approve or accept any portion of the work.

E. Associated Services: Cooperate with agencies performing required tests, inspections, and similar quality-control services, and provide reasonable auxiliary services as requested. Notify agency sufficiently in advance of operations to permit assignment of personnel. Provide the following:

1. Access to the work.

2. Incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate tests and inspections.

3. Adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing and inspecting. Assist agency in obtaining samples.

4. Facilities for storage and field curing of test samples.

5. Delivery of samples to testing agencies.

6. Preliminary design mix proposed for use for material mixes that require control by testing agency.

7. Security and protection for samples and for testing and inspecting equipment at Project site.

F. Coordination: Coordinate sequence of activities to accommodate required quality assurance and control services with a minimum of delay and to avoid necessity of removing and replacing construction to accommodate testing and inspecting.

1. Schedule times for tests, inspections, obtaining samples, and similar activities.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

A. The Quality Control Plan shall include:

1. A list of personnel responsible for quality control and assigned duties. Include each person's qualifications.

2. A copy of a letter of direction to the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor outlining assigned duties.

3. Names, qualifications, and descriptions of laboratories to perform sampling and testing, and samples of proposed report forms.

4. Methods of performing, documenting, and enforcing quality control of all work.

5. Methods of monitoring and controlling environmental pollution and contamination as required by regulations and laws.

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PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 OFF-SITE CONTROL

A. Items that are fabricated or assembled off-site shall be inspected for quality control at the place of fabrication.

3.2 ON-SITE CONTROL

A. Notification:

1. Notify the Contracting Officer at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the preparatory phase meeting.

2. Notify the Contracting Officer at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the initial and follow-up phases.

B. Preparatory Phase: Perform before beginning each feature of work.

1. Review control submittal requirements with personnel directly responsible for quality assurance and quantity control of the work. As a minimum, the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor and the foreman responsible for the feature of work shall be in attendance.

2. Review all applicable specifications sections and drawings related to the feature of work.

3. Ensure that copies of all referenced standards related to sampling, testing, and execution for the feature of work are available on site.

4. Ensure that provisions have been made for field control testing.

5. Examine the work area to ensure that all preliminary work has been completed.

6. Verify all field dimensions and advise the Contracting Officer of discrepancies with contract documents.

7. Ensure that necessary equipment and materials are at the project site and that they comply with approved shop drawings and submittals.

8. Document all preparatory phase activities and discussions on the Contractor's Quality

Control Daily Report.

C. Initial Phase:

1. As soon as work begins, inspect and test a representative portion of a particular feature of work for quality of workmanship.

2. Review control testing procedures to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

3. Document all initial phase activities and discussions on the Contractor's Quality Control

Daily Report. Exact location of initial phase shall be indicated for future reference and comparison with follow-up phases.

D. Follow-Up Phase: Inspect and test as work progresses to ensure compliance with contract requirements until completion of work.

E. Additional Preparatory and Initial Phases: Additional preparatory and initial phases may be required on the same feature of work for the following reasons:

1. Quality of on-going work is unacceptable.

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2. Changes occur in the applicable quality control staff, on-site production supervision, or work crew.

3. Work on a particular feature of work is resumed after a substantial period of inactivity.

3.3 DOCUMENTATION

A. Maintain Quality Control Daily Reports, Daily Test Report Information Sheets, and Accessibility Inspection Reports of quality control activities and tests.

B. Quality Control Daily Reports may not be substituted for other written reports required under clauses of the contract, such as Disputes, Differing Site Conditions, or Changes.

3.4 ENFORCEMENT

A. The Contractor shall stop work on any item or feature pending satisfactory correction of any deficiency noted by the quality control staff or the Contracting Officer.

3.5 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

B. Protect construction exposed by or for quality-control service activities.

C. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility, regardless of the assignment of responsibility for quality-control services.

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CONTRACTOR’S QUALITY CONTROL DAILY REPORT

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