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Specifications, Special Specifications, Special Provisions, Estimate and Specification Data

Special Note:

The following items developed per the published Construction Drawings have been verified and included in the Purchasing Department’s Bid Specification Package which can be found on Bonfire.

The items include:

Pricing/Delivery Information Scope of Work Special Provision to Standard Specifications Special Specifications Supplement to General Requirements Contract Time

FOR:

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SCOPE OF WORK

Project Name: Roadway - South Sheldon at Market Street Intersection and

Related Drainage Improvements.

UPIN: 22102MF24Y01

This project is TxDOT funded, and all work shall be performed in accordance with (IAW) TxDOT specifications or AASHTO Standards. Reconstruction of the intersection of South Sheldon Rd. and Market St. is including new storm drains, modifications of existing drainage swales and new sidewalks.

Work to include:

1. Approximately 2,025 LF of concrete sidewalk along north side of Market Street west of Sheldon Rd and both side of Market Street east of Sheldon Rd.

2. Remove and replace approximately 368 LF of RCP Storm Drain along Sheldon Road north of Market Street.

3. Excavation for and installation of approximately 4,725 LF of RCP Storm Drain along both sides of Market Street.

4. Existing concrete and asphalt roadways to be removed and replaced with approximately 18,550 SY 10” thick reinforced concrete roadway.

5. Construction of new concrete medians throughout the project.

6. Construction of six (6) pedestrian ramps at intersections, four (4) at Market Street and Sheldon Road, and two (2) at Market Street and Carlang Street.

7. Expansion of turning lanes.

8. New roadway striping throughout project.

9. New crosswalk striping at Market Street and Sheldon Road.

10. Removal of existing traffic signal infrastructure.

11. Installation of 8 traffic signal pole assemblies

12. Installation of 8 pedestrian signal heads and push buttons.

13. Removal and replacement of 15 concrete driveways.

14. Provide traffic control per the Traffic Control Plan and drawings throughout the duration of the project.

15. Cleanup and site restoration.

16. The contract time is 420 calendar days.

May 2019

GENERAL NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

In accordance with House Bill 1059, a minimum of 25% of the work to be performed on this project shall be performed by the Bidder.

Special Notice: By law, the original price on firm fixed price contracts may not be increased by more than 25%. The original price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor. Please monitor additions to your contract -additions in excess of 25% will not be paid under any circumstances.

On public works projects, all contractors shall supply a list of all suppliers and subcontractors with addresses and phone numbers, prior to work commencing.

At the time of the scheduled preconstruction meeting, the successful bidder shall supply to the County a list of representatives signed by an Officer of the Company who are authorized to sign official documents, i.e., Purchase Orders, Change Orders, Final Estimates, etc.

In determining who is a responsible bidder, Harris County may take into account the past performance of the bidder on Harris County projects. Commissioners Court adopted a written definition and criteria for determining the performance of a contractor which may be considered in determining the responsibility of a bidder.

Harris County is using an internet-based Construction Program Management Software, e-Builder to maintain consistent administrative and technical control for its projects throughout the County. The Contractor is required to use e-Builder on this project in accordance with procedures provided by the County.

At no cost to the Contractor, the County will provide system login account(s) and provide training for Contractor personnel. The Contractor must update e-Builder with any new or changed information within 24 hours of that information becoming known to Contractor. The Contractor must have access to a computer with internet access and a scanner to use eBuilder.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

ON STORM WATER QUALITY AND

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

In addition to the regulatory requirements stated in the General Conditions, the Contractor shall recognize and comply with the following:

SECTION 1. STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLANS

A. COVERAGE

Coverage under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES)

General Permit TXR150000 for storm water discharges associated with construction activities is required for a project that disturbs 1 acre or greater (or is a part of a larger common plan of development with the potential to disturb 1 acre or greater). Coverage requires the preparation, implementation, inspection, and maintenance of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), in accordance with the TPDES General Permit.

B. PROJECT CLASSIFICATION

This project is classified as one of three categories listed below. The

Contractor shall be responsible for the storm water quality items, accordingly.

1. “Construction Sites That Do Not Require TPDES General Permit

Coverage” The project disturbs less than 1 acre (and is not part of a common plan of development with the potential to disturb 1 acre or more); therefore, coverage under the TPDES General Permit is not required. However, the Contractor shall implement good housekeeping measures to minimize the potential for pollutants, associated with the construction activities, to enter the storm sewer system. Item 725, “General Source Controls”, shall be implemented by the Contractor, as well as any other erosion, sedimentation, and pollution controls shown in the plans and project manual.

or

2. “Small Construction Sites”

The project disturbs 1 acre or more, but less than 5 acres, (or is part of a common plan of development with the potential to disturb 1 acre or more);

therefore, coverage under the TPDES General Permit is required. The Contractor shall implement, inspect, and maintain the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan shown in the plans and project manual.

Certification of a TCEQ Small Construction Site Notice (CSN) in accordance with Part II.E.2 of the TPDES General Permit is required. The Contractor, as a primary operator, as defined by TPDES General Permit, shall certify one Construction Site Notice (CSN) and provide this to Harris County at the time that the contract is awarded. Harris County (owner), as primary operator, as defined by TPDES General Permit, shall certify a second Construction Site Notice (CSN) at the time the contract is awarded. After the project is awarded, Harris County shall provide copies of the two certified Construction Site Notices (CSN) to the Contractor, and send copies to the local storm sewer operator for notification purposes. Prior to commencing construction activities, the Contractor shall laminate and post the notices on the project site in a location where they are readily available for public viewing. The Contractor shall maintain the posted notices until after completion of the construction activities and final stabilization of the project site as defined by the TPDES General Permit. When the project is completed and stabilization is achieved, as defined by the TPDES General Permit, then the Contractor shall note the date that the Small Construction Site Notice was removed from the project site. A copy of the completed Small Construction Site Notice shall be provided to the Engineer with the SWPPP records. The County shall then notify the local storm sewer operator that storm water associated with construction activities is no longer being discharged from the site.

3. “Large Construction Sites”

The project disturbs 5 acres or greater (or is part of a common plan of development with the potential to disturb 5 acres or more); therefore, coverage under the TPDES General Permit is required. The Contractor shall implement, inspect, and maintain the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan shown in the plans and project manual. Certification of a Notice of Intent (NOI) in accordance with Part II.E.3 of the TPDES General Permit is required and shall be completed in accordance with Harris County Specification Item Number 700. The Contractor shall not commence with any earth disturbing activities on the project site until:

• at least seven (7) days after submittal of the NOI (Harris County & Contractors) via U.S. Postal Service, or if Utilizing electronic submittal, prior to commencing construction activities,

• copies of signed NOI’s are submitted to any municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) receiving discharge, at least seven (7) days prior to commencing construction activities. Contractor shall list in the SWPPP the names and addresses of all MS4 operators receiving a copy.

• copies of the Certified NOI’s are posted in a publicly accessible location (copies shall be laminated or placed in weather resistant display case),

• and copies (Harris County & Primary Contractors) of construction site notice for large sites (CSN) are posted in a publicly accessible location. After construction activities are complete and final stabilization is achieved (as defined by the TPDES General Permit), the Contractor shall certify one Notice of Termination (NOT) form and provide it to Harris County. Harris County shall certify a second NOT form. Harris County shall submit the two NOTs to the TCEQ and the local storm sewer system operator. After the NOTs have been submitted to the TCEQ, then the Contractor shall remove all temporary SWPPP controls, cease SWPPP inspections, and deliver copies of all SWPPP records to the Engineer who shall archive them for a minimum of three years. The final payment to the Contractor may be held until all SWPPP records are received by the Engineer.

SECTION 2. STORM WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT PLANS

A. COVERAGE

If this project meets the definition of “new development” or “significant redevelopment” as defined in the Harris County regulations or City of Houston ordinance on storm water quality and the project is not “grandfathered” or “exempt” as defined by the regulation or ordinance, then a Storm Water Quality Management Plan (SWQMP) is required for the project, as shown in the construction plans.

B. CLASSIFICATION

This project is classified as one of three categories listed below. The Contractor shall be responsible for the storm water quality items, accordingly.

1. “SWQ Permit Within Unincorporated Harris County”

If a Storm Water Quality Management Plan with permanent storm water quality controls is shown in the construction plans and the project is located in unincorporated Harris County, then a Storm Water Quality Management Plan is required prior to the start of construction. Prior to the start of construction, the Engineer shall submit the plans and Written Storm Water Quality Management Plan to the Harris County Permits Group and obtain the necessary signatures acknowledging acceptance of the Storm Water Quality Management Plan. The Contractor shall construct the SWQMP structural controls in accordance with the construction plans, and maintain the SWQMP structural controls until completion of the project and until the Engineer can certify that the SWQMP structural controls are constructed in accordance with the plans.

2. “SWQ Permit Within City of Houston” If a Storm Water Quality Management Plan with permanent storm water quality controls is shown in the construction plans and the project is located in the jurisdiction of the City of Houston, then a Storm Water Quality Management Permit is required prior to the start of construction.

Prior to the start of construction, the Engineer shall submit to the City of Houston the construction plans, the City of Houston Storm Water Quality Management Plan Application for Permit, and all other related documents shown on the permit application and obtain the Storm Water Quality Management Permit. Prior to the start of construction, the Contractor shall post a performance bond to the City of Houston for the construction of the storm water quality structural controls. The Contractor shall post a copy of the issued permit on the project site, construct the SWQMP structural controls in accordance with the construction plans, and maintain the SWQMP structural controls until completion of the project and until the Engineer can certify that the SWQMP structural controls are constructed in accordance with the plans.

The Engineer shall submit the Storm Water Quality Permit As-built Certificate to the City of Houston and Harris County shall begin implementation of the SWQMP.

3. “Grandfathered or Exempt from SWQ Permit” or “Storm Water Quality

Bank” If a Storm Water Quality Management Plan, or permanent storm water quality feature, is not shown in the construction plans, then a Storm Water Quality Management Permit is not required prior to the start of construction because it is grandfathered, exempt, or has provided storm water quality measures through the Storm Water Quality Bank.

SECTION 3. OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

A. BIOLOGICAL ISSUES

In accordance with requirements under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act, if in the course of construction, a bird rookery, an identified special migratory bird habitat, or a nesting site is discovered on the project site, then the Contractor shall cease work in the area and immediately notify the Engineer.

In accordance with the Federal Endangered Species Act and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, if a biological mitigation plan for specially protected flora and fauna species has been provided within the construction plans, then the Contractor shall comply with all requirements noted within the plan.

B. WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES INCLUDING ADJACENT WETLANDS

In accordance with Section 404 and Section 401 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, waters of the United States including adjacent wetlands shall not be impacted by the Contractor unless a Department of the Army Permit has been obtained from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the project.

If Harris County has obtained a Department of the Army Permit for this project, a copy of the permit is provided in the project manual. The Contractor shall comply with all requirements of the Department of the Army Permit. The Contractor shall not impact any waters of the United States and adjacent wetlands greater than the area and volume shown in the permit. If the Contractor impacts waters of the United States including adjacent wetlands on the project site that exceeds the area and volume shown in the permit, then the Contractor shall be responsible for any violations that may be issued by the regulatory agencies. If the Contractor deems it necessary to impact waters of the United States including adjacent wetlands that exceed the permit, then the Contractor must first notify the Engineer and the Engineer may obtain the necessary regulatory clearances prior to allowing the additional impacts to occur.

During construction of the project, if the Contractor uses off-site areas (not owned by Harris County) for placement of borrow material, disposal of construction debris, staging of construction materials, usage as a field office, or other types of construction related activities, then the Contractor shall be solely responsible for obtaining all environmental permits for the off-site activity, as well as providing all environmental controls and compensatory mitigation requested by the permitting agency. If a regulatory violation occurs as a result of this off-site activity, then the Contractor shall be solely responsible for this violation.

C. STATE OWNED SUBMERGED LANDS

The Contractor shall not impact submerged lands regulated under the authority of the Texas General Land Office, or other local agency, without an easement agreement. If an easement agreement is necessary for the construction activities, then the easement agreement shall be obtained by Harris County.

D. CULTURAL RESOURCES

In accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act and the Antiquities Code of Texas, the Contractor shall not remove or disturb, or cause or permit to be removed or disturbed, any historical, archeological, architectural, or other cultural artifacts, relics, vestiges, remains, or objects of antiquity from the project site. In the event that such items are discovered on the project during construction activities, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Engineer. The site and the potentially significant material shall be protected by the Contractor from further disturbance until a professional examination of them can be made and/or until clearance to proceed with construction has been provided by the Engineer.

E. HAZARDOUS AND PETROLEUM SUBSTANCES

If during the course of construction, the Contractor discovers hazardous or petroleum substances or wastes on the project site, then the Contractor shall immediately cease work in the area and remove all personnel from the area. The contractor shall temporarily close the area to the public, as well; temporary fencing or caution tape shall be installed around the area. The Contractor shall notify the Engineer immediately. Work in the area shall not be permitted until the Engineer has determined that safety and environmental issues have been properly addressed.

NOTICE OF SPECIFICATIONS

For the construction of this project, the Contractor shall use the attached Special Provisions, Special Specifications, and Harris County Engineering Department (HCED) Specifications Book – 2023 Harris County Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges, effective date October 10, 2023. The current HCED specifications may be found at the HCED website: https://www.eng.hctx.net/Consultants/Standards- Specifications/Standard-Engineering-Design-Specifications

When applicable, the Contractor shall use the Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) 2020 Standard Specifications Book. The current HCFCD specifications may be found at the HCFCD website: https://www.hcfcd.org/Resources/Technical-Manuals/Standard- Specifications-Related-Drawings?folderId=15985&view=gridview&pageSize=10

When applicable, the Contractor shall also use the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) 2014 Standard Specifications Book. The current TxDOT specifications may be found at the TxDOT website: https://www.txdot.gov/business/resources/txdot-specifications.html

When applicable, the Contractor shall also use the City of Houston (COH) Standard Specifications. The current COH specifications may be found at the COH website:

https://www.houstonpermittingcenter.org/office-city-engineer/design-and-construction-standards https://www.eng.hctx.net/Consultants/Standards-Specifications/Standard-Engineering-Design-Specifications https://www.eng.hctx.net/Consultants/Standards-Specifications/Standard-Engineering-Design-Specifications https://www.hcfcd.org/Resources/Technical-Manuals/Standard-Specifications-Related-Drawings?folderId=15985&view=gridview&pageSize=10 https://www.hcfcd.org/Resources/Technical-Manuals/Standard-Specifications-Related-Drawings?folderId=15985&view=gridview&pageSize=10 https://www.txdot.gov/business/resources/txdot-specifications.html https://www.txdot.gov/business/resources/txdot-specifications.html https://www.houstonpermittingcenter.org/office-city-engineer/design-and-construction-standards https://www.houstonpermittingcenter.org/office-city-engineer/design-and-construction-standards

Special Specification

Item 8724

Site Specific Health and Safety Plan

8724.1 General Description.

Contractor shall provide management, labor, material, equipment, and related items required to develop, implement, manage, report, and closeout a Site Specific Health and Safety Plan (SSHASP) for this project.

The Contractor is responsible for addressing the safety and health concerns associated with construction activities, including but not limited to the potential hazards, associated with previous land use activities. The Contractor is responsible for reviewing and becoming familiar with the reference documents. These documents include:

1. Phase I Environmental Site Assessment

2. Phase II Environmental Site Assessment

8724.2 Health and Safety of Personnel.

Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that work activities performed under this Contract by Contractor's, its subcontractors' or suppliers' personnel at the project site complies with the applicable standards and requirements of OSHA’s Title 29 CFR Part 1910 and 1926, as well as the applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidances.

8724.3 Preparation of a Site Specific Health and Safety Plan (SSHASP).

Contractor shall prepare and submit electronically to the Engineer a written Site-Specific Health and Safety Plan (SSHASP) within 30 days after the Contract award date. The Contractor is subject to the performance requirements and specifications of the established SSHASP, as this Plan is included by reference as part of the Contract. No work shall begin prior to Contractor providing a copy of the SSHASP to the Engineer.

The SSHASP shall address construction activities, with consideration to the potential hazards as identified in Section One “General Description“ of this document. A hard copy of the SSHASP shall be maintained at the project site and made available for review at all times.

The preparation of the SSHASP should be developed as a supplement to the contractor’s normal health and safety plan. Contractor shall examine the aspects of the scope of work when preparing the SSHASP as it relates to normal construction activities and considerations as related to the potential hazards as identified in Section One “General Description”; the plan shall be consistent with applicable health and safety regulations and good work practices with the objective of preventing exposure, accidents, or injuries.

At the preconstruction meeting as scheduled by the Engineer, the Contractor shall review the work activities and describe how the activities will be performed consistent with the SSHASP. Contractor shall keep the Engineer or its representative apprised of the activities throughout the duration of the project. If deemed necessary by the Engineer, the Contractor shall conduct a stand-alone meeting to brief the Engineer and the Engineer’s representatives, and address any concerns, on the final SSHASP that will be implemented by the Contractor.

8724.4 Supervision and Applicable Training.

The Contractor shall have at all times, regardless of how much of the work may be sublet, a competent, reliable superintendent on the job site to act for the Contractor. This superintendent shall be HAZWOPER certified in performing the type of work required under the contract and shall have had experience supervising similar work on at least five previous jobs of equal or greater scope. At the preconstruction meeting, Contractor shall submit the name of the superintendent(s) and their credentials to the Engineer for review and concurrence.

Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that their onsite personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers are informed of foreseeable hazards and protective measures associated with the work to be performed at the project site and that workers have received applicable OSHA training required specifically for each work activity that they will be performing.

8724.5 Access Control.

Contractor shall prohibit unauthorized persons from entering the project area during the performance of this Contract. Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that applicable OSHA requirements and standards are met before any person is allowed to enter the project area.

8724.6 Payment.

Payment for the Site Specific Health and Safety Plan shall be made at the lump sum amount bid. Compensation shall include management, labor, material, equipment, and related items required to develop, implement, manage, report, and closeout the work as described above.

End of Item 8724

Item 8728

Management and Disposal of Contaminated Fluids

8728.1 General Description

Areas of Concern are identified in the plans and the Environmental Site Assessments.

Copies of the Environmental Site Assessments shall be made available to the contractor.

The contractor is responsible for reviewing and becoming familiar with the reference documents. These documents include:

8728.2 General Practices

Contaminated fluids potentially exist at the areas of concern. Fluids removed from this area by the contractor, or as directed by the Engineer, shall require special management practices. Fluids shall be staged and suitably stored, tested, properly transported and legally disposed.

8728.3 Environmental Compliance

The contractor shall comply with the applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The construction contractor shall classify the potentially regulated waste that is generated or encountered during the course of this project. Waste profiling/characterization and classification shall conform to the requirements described in 30 TAC §§ 335.501 – 335.515, 335.521 (Subchapter R).

8728.4 Fluid Handling Practices

Water recovered from the area of concern, or as directed by the Engineer, shall be stored and tested for contaminants. Storage of water must be in TxDOT approved containers.

Containers shall be stored in a storage area that shall not interfere with, or create safety hazards related to roadway operations. Storage areas shall not be located outside the right-of-way, unless, approved in writing by the Engineer. Storage areas shall be fenced.

Storage areas shall be protected from erosion. Runoff within the stockpile area shall be collected and managed in accordance with this specification. Storage areas shall be managed so runoff from areas other than the storage area is diverted and not allowed to enter the storage area. Storage areas shall be isolated from other areas and shall be in an area that will reduce or eliminate the potential for spills.

8728.5 Sampling and Waste Profiling

Samples shall be taken from each container and tested for contaminants by a lab that is accredited by the Texas Laboratory Accreditation Program and acceptable to the TCEQ.

The contractor shall provide the Engineer with copies of the test results.

The contractor shall perform classification and determination of liquids from the areas of concern, or as directed by the Engineer. Classifications and determinations shall conform to the requirements described in 30 TAC §§ 335.501 – 335.515, 335.521 (Subchapter R).

The contractor shall provide the Engineer with copies of the test results.

8728.6 Transportation of Contaminated Fluids

Regulated waste shall be transported by signed manifests. A copy of the original and final manifest shall be provided to the Engineer. The documents shall be chronologically numbered. Daily work logs shall be maintained and provided to the Engineer.

Vehicles transporting contaminated material shall be TxDOT approved. Operators handling waste shall be licensed and/or certified for the task they are performing.

Containers shall be properly labeled. The contents of the containers must be reported on the label. Emergency contact information and telephone numbers shall be placed on the label. Containers shall be properly sealed or lidded and the bungs shall remain in place, when the contents are not in-use. Containers must be properly stored. Incompatible substances or materials shall be appropriately segregated.

8728.7 Payment

Payment will be made for the disposal of contaminated liquids on a per gallon unit basis for Class 1 Non-Hazardous Waste and Class 2 Non-Hazardous Waste.

The contractor shall submit copies of the manifests to the Engineer within 10 calendar days of the material being removed from the site.

The contractor shall furnish labor, materials, equipment, and related items required for the proper management, transportation, and disposal of contaminated material.

End of Item 8728

Item 8731

Management and Disposal of Contaminated Soils

8731.1 General Description

Areas of Concern are identified in the plans and the Environmental Site Assessments.

Copies of existing Environmental Site Assessments shall be made available to the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for reviewing and becoming familiar with the reference documents. These documents include:

8731.2 General Practices

Contaminated soils potentially exist at the areas of concern. Soils excavated from this area, or as directed by the Engineer, shall require special management practices. Soil generated from excavation(s), shall be staged and suitably stored, tested, properly transported and legally disposed of.

8731.3 Environmental Compliance

Contractor shall comply with Federal, state, and local regulations. Contractor shall classify the potentially regulated waste that is generated or encountered during the course of this project. Waste profiling/characterization and classification shall conform to the requirements described in 30 TAC §§ 335.501 – 335.515, 335.521 (Subchapter R).

8731.4 Soil Handling Practices

Excavated soils from the area of concern, or as directed by the Engineer, shall be stockpiled and tested for contaminants.

Stockpile areas shall not interfere with or create safety hazards related to roadway operations. Stockpile areas shall not be located outside the right-of-way, unless, it is approved in writing by the Engineer. Stockpile areas shall be fenced. Stockpiles shall be covered and protected from erosion. Runoff within the stockpile area shall be collected and managed in accordance with Special Specification 8728. Stockpiles shall be isolated from other materials and managed so that runoff from areas other than the stockpile area is diverted and not allowed to enter the stockpile area.

8731.5 Sampling and Waste Profiling

Samples shall be taken from each stockpile and tested for contaminants by a lab that is certified/accredited by the Texas Laboratory Accreditation Program and acceptable to the TCEQ. The Contractor shall provide the Engineer with copies of the test results.

The Contractor shall perform classification and determination of excavated material from the areas of concern, or as directed by the Engineer. Classifications and determinations shall conform to the requirements described in 30 TAC §§ 335.501 – 335.515, 335.521 (Subchapter R). The contractor shall provide the engineer with copies of the test results.

8731.6 Transportation of Contaminated Soils

Regulated waste shall be transported by signed manifests. A copy of the original and final manifest shall be provided to the Engineer. The documents shall be chronologically numbered. Daily work logs shall be maintained and provided to the Engineer.

Vehicles transporting contaminated material shall be TxDOT approved and properly covered with waterproof tarpaulins to prevent material from escaping.

Containers shall be properly labeled. The contents of the containers must be reported on the label. Emergency contact information and telephone number shall be placed on the label. Containers shall be properly sealed or lidded and the bungs shall remain in place when the contents are not in-use. Containers must be properly stored. Incompatible substances or materials shall be segregated for safe handling.

8731.7 Payment

Payment will be made for the disposal of contaminated soil on a per ton (2000 pounds) unit basis for Class 1 Non-Hazardous Waste and Class 2 Non-Hazardous Waste.

The contractor shall submit copies of the manifests to the Engineer within 10 calendar days of the material being removed from the site.

The contractor shall furnish the labor, materials, equipment, and related items required for the proper management, transportation, and disposal of contaminated material.

End of Item 8731

Item 8733

Waste Management and Disposal Plan

8733.1 General Description

Contractor shall provide management, labor, material, equipment, and related items required to develop, implement, manage, report, and closeout a Waste Management and Disposal Plan for this project.

Areas of Concern are identified in the plans and the Environmental Site Assessments.

Copies of existing Environmental Site Assessments shall be made available to the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for reviewing and becoming familiar with the reference documents. These documents include:

8733.2 General Practices

Contaminants potentially exist at the areas of concern. Material and liquids removed from this area, or as directed by the Engineer, shall require special management practices.

Material and liquids shall be staged and suitably stored, tested, properly transported and disposed of legally.

8733.3 Environmental Compliance

The contractor shall comply with federal, state, and local regulations. The Contractor shall classify the potentially regulated waste that is generated or encountered during the course of this project. Waste profiling/characterization and classification shall conform to the requirements described in 30 TAC §§ 335.501 – 335.515, 335.521 (Subchapter R).

8733.4 Waste Management and Disposal Plan (WMDP)

The contractor shall prepare and submit an electronic copy of the WMDP to the Engineer within 30 days of the contract award date.

The WMDP shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1. Purpose and Scope of the WMDP – document the reason the WMDP is being prepared and what potential types of waste are expected.

2. General Waste Practices – provide a description of the practices that will be utilized and how they benefit the integrity of the site.

3. Waste Handlers – provide list companies and individuals that will be responsible for performing and overseeing the work. Include name, location , and contact information of facility receiving waste.

4. Location of Storage/Staging Areas – identify location of areas that will be used to stage and/or temporarily store the potential waste.

5. Management of Storage/Staging Areas – provide procedures for managing the storage area to include, but not be limited to, maintaining a segregated area within the storage area and a plan for protecting the storage area from exterior influences.

6. Waste Sampling Procedures – provide detailed procedures for collecting samples, laboratory analytical testing procedures, and preparation of classification profiles.

7. Waste Tracking – provide procedures to track and measure the potential waste and verified waste, including its type.

8733.5 Payment

Payment will be made for the WMDP on a lump sum basis.

The contractor shall furnish labor, materials, equipment, and related items required for the preparation of the WMDP.

End of Item 8733