19-02. Attachment A -Scope of Work - Technical Specifications Osage WTP - Sed Basin Ph 2.pdf

Technical Specifications For

CITY OF AMARILLO, TEXAS

OSAGE WTP

SETTLING BASIN REPAIRS

PHASE 2 – WEST BASIN

Bid No. BVB ________

KSA Project No. 102973

Prepared by:

600 S. Tyler, Suite 1625 Amarillo, TX 79101 Phone 806.335-1600 www.ksaeng.com TBPE Firm Registration No. F-1356

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CIVIL SPECIFICATIONS 102973 KSA Engineers, Inc.-TBPE Firm No. F-1356

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Division 01

01010 Summary of Work

01025 Measurement and Payment

01040 Project Administration

01041 Job Management

01300 Submittals

01310 Progress Schedules

01400 Quality Control

01552 Stormwater Pollution Prevention

01600 Material and Equipment

01700 Contract Closeout

Division 02

02160 Demolition

Division 03

03250 Concrete Anchors

03305 Concrete

03900 Concrete Restoration

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SUMMARY OF WORK 01010-1

SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Construct work as described in the Contract Documents.

B. Provide the materials, equipment, and incidentals required to make the project completely operable.

C. Provide the labor, equipment, tools, and consumable supplies required for a complete project.

D. Provide the civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and all other work required for a complete and operable project.

E. Test and place the completed project in operation.

F. Plans and specifications may not indicate or describe all of the work required to complete the project. Additional details required for the correct installation of selected products are to be provided by the Contractor and coordinated with the Engineer.

1.2 JOB CONDITIONS

A. The General Conditions, the Supplementary Conditions, and Division One specifications apply to each of the other specification sections.

B. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations pertaining to the nature and character of the work being performed.

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Work is described in general, non-inclusive terms as:

A. Repair sludge box rim and apply waterproof coating to concrete surfaces in sludge boxes.

B. Remove and dispose of existing grout under the north and south clarifiers in the west settling basin.

C. Repair any damaged or unsound concrete or construction joints once grout is removed.

D. Repair all expansion joints in west basin and effluent channel.

E. Level the clarifier rake mechanisms.

F. Install new grout using existing clarifier mechanism.

G. Replace the existing rakes with new HDPE rakes.

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H. Apply a waterproof coating system to the entire west settling basin walls, floor area underneath the effluent weirs and flocculators, and other areas indicated.

I. Bid Alternate #1 - Remove and replace existing lean concrete fill areas along outside walls in east and west basins.

J. Bid Alternate #2 - Remove and replace center concrete walkway between east and west basins.

1.4 CONSTRUCTION OF UTILITIES

A. Existing utilities will be used for this project. Any relocation of existing utilities to facilitate the construction of the proposed work is considered incidental to the project and no additional compensation will be granted.

1.5 OCCUPANCY

A. As soon as any portion of the project is ready for use, the Owner shall have the right to operate that portion upon written notice to the Contractor.

B. Testing of equipment and appurtenances including specified test periods, training, and start-up does not constitute acceptance for operation.

C. The Owner may accept the facility for continued use after start-up and testing at the option of the Owner. If acceptance is delayed at the option of the Owner, shut down facilities per Engineer approved operation and maintenance procedures.

D. The execution of bonds is understood to indicate the consent of the surety.

E. Provide an endorsement from the insurance carrier permitting occupancy of the structures and use of equipment during the remaining period of construction.

F. Conduct operations to insure the least inconvenience to the Owner and general public.

G. Protect FRP cap on top of the west wall from damage during construction. Install protection to Owner’s satisfaction before performing any work that could impact the top of the wall.

1.6 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PROJECT SITE

A. Limit the use of project site for work and storage to the areas at the site approved by the Owner.

B. Coordinate the use of the premises with the Engineer and Owner.

C. Assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of products stored at the site.

D. Store products to allow the Owner access for maintenance and operations.

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E. Obtain and pay for the use of any additional storage or work areas needed for construction.

F. Any damage to existing facilities, including contamination, caused by the Contractor's personnel, visitors, materials, or equipment, shall be repaired or corrected at the

Contractor's expense.

G. No alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, or weapons (whether legal or not) shall be permitted on the site at any time.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Provide materials and products per the individual sections of the specifications.

PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 01025

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Measurement and payment criteria applicable to the work performed under a unit price payment method.

B. Defect assessment and non-payment for rejected work.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01041 – Job Management.

B. Section 01300 – Submittals.

C. Section 01310 – Progress Schedules.

D. Section 01700 – Contract Closeout.

1.3 AUTHORITY

A. Any measurement methods delineated in the individual specification sections complement the criteria of this section. In the event of conflict, the requirements of the individual specification section govern.

B. Take all measurements and compute quantities. The Engineer will verify measurements and quantities.

C. Assist in verification by providing necessary equipment, workers, and survey personnel as required.

1.4 UNIT QUANTITIES SPECIFIED

A. Quantities indicated in the bid proposal are for bidding and contract purposes only.

Quantities supplied or placed in the project and verified by the Engineer determine payment.

B. If the actual work requires more or fewer quantities than those quantities indicated, provide the required quantities at the unit prices contracted.

C. If the actual work requires a 25 percent or greater change in quantity than those quantities indicated, the Owner or Contractor may claim for a contract price adjustment.

1.5 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Contractor shall submit a Schedule of Values for Engineer approval prior to the first pay estimate.

B. All lump sum items with a bid price of greater than $ 50,000 shall be divided into subsidiary items with a value less than $ 50,000 to facilitate identification of quantities due for payment in the monthly pay estimates.

1.6 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace the work, or portions of the work, not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in the opinion of the Engineer it is not practical to remove and replace the work, the

Engineer will direct one of the following remedies:

1. The defective work may remain, but the unit price will be adjusted to a new price at the discretion of the Engineer.

2. The defective work will be partially repaired to the instructions of the Engineer, and the unit price will be adjusted to a new price at the discretion of the

Engineer.

C. The individual specification sections may modify these options or may identify a specific formula or percentage price reduction.

D. The authority of the Engineer to assess the defect and identify payment adjustment is final.

1.7 NON-PAYMENT FOR REJECTED PRODUCTS

Payment will not be made for any of the following:

A. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

B. Products determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

C. Products placed beyond the lines and levels of the required work.

D. Products remaining on hand after completion of the work.

E. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

1.8 ALTERNATES

A. This section describes each alternate by number and describes the basic changes to be incorporated into the work if this alternate is made a part of the work in the contract agreement.

B. Drawings and specifications will outline the extent of work to be included in the alternate.

C. Coordinate related work and modify surrounding work as required to properly integrate the work under each alternate, and provide a complete and functional system as required by the Contract Documents.

D. Alternates will be accepted or rejected at the option of the Owner.

E. Alternate prices will be maintained a minimum of 120 days unless noted otherwise.

F. Provide submittals for products furnished as part of the alternate per Section 01300 –

Submittals.

G. Description Of Alternates

1. Bid Alternate #1

a. Item No. ALT 1-1: West Basin Lean Concrete Fill Slope Area Repair

Payment for the west basin lean concrete fill slope area repair will be made at the lump sum price bid. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove and replace the lean concrete fill in the slope area in the west basin using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

b. Item No. ALT 1-2: East Basin Lean Concrete Fill Slope Area Repair

Payment for the east basin lean concrete fill slope area repair will be made at the lump sum price bid. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove and replace the lean concrete fill in the slope area in the east basin using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

2. Bid Alternate #2

a. Item No. ALT 2-1: Concrete Walkway Structural Repair

Payment for the concrete walkway structural repair will be made at the lump sum price bid. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove and replace the concrete walkway between the west and east settling basins using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

1.9 ALLOWANCES

A. Allowance items in the Bid Proposal shall be used to pay the Contractor for products or services that are not included in the Base Bid. Allowance items may only be used upon written authorization from the Owner. The actual amount of the allowance total authorized whether higher or lower shall adjust the final Payment Amount.

B. Description of Allowance

1. Miscellaneous Allowance (To be used at Owner’s Sole Discretion)

The sum of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) to be used according to the Owner’s instructions. At contract closeout, the Owner will retain funds remaining in this allowance.

1.10 PAYMENT

A. Payment for each item in the bid proposal shall include but not be limited to costs for:

1. Mobilization, demobilization, cleanup, bonds, and insurance.

2. Professional services including but not limited to engineering and legal fees.

3. The products to be permanently incorporated into the project.

4. The products consumed during the construction of the project.

5. The labor and supervision to complete the project.

6. The equipment, including tools, machinery, and appliances required to complete the project.

7. The field and home office administration and overhead costs related directly or indirectly to the project.

B. The bid amount shall include the work not specifically set forth as an individual payment item. These items are considered to be a subsidiary obligation of the Contractor and the cost for these items shall be included in the bid prices.

C. Payment shall be based on the actual quantity of work completed per Contract

Documents and measured per this section.

D. Payment shall be made for materials-on-hand.

1. Materials must be properly stored on site per Section 01041 – Job Management.

2. Payment may be made for the invoice amount less the specified retainage.

3. Invoices must be provided at the time they are included on the materials-on-hand tabulation.

4. Documentation of payment for materials-on-hand must be provided for these items with the next payment request. Payment will be adjusted to the amount actually paid if this differs from the invoice amount. If this documentation is not provided the item must be removed from the materials-on-hand list and payment will be withheld.

5. Payment for materials-on-hand is provided for the convenience of the

Contractor and does not constitute acceptance of the product.

E. The work covered by payment requests shall become the property of the Owner at the time of payment. This does not constitute substantial completion or partial substantial completion.

F. Payment Request

1. Line items in the bid proposal are to be used as line items in the payment request.

2. Payment will be made on the quantity of work completed per the Contract

Documents during the payment period and as measured per this Section.

a. The payment amount shall be the work quantity measured multiplied by the unit price for that line item in the bid proposal.

b. Payment on a unit price basis will not be made for work outside finished dimensions shown in the Contract Documents.

c. Partial payments will be made for lump sum line items in the bid proposal.

3. Submit payment requests per the following procedures.

a. Requests may be submitted on a pre-printed form or may be generated by computer. Computer generated payment requests must have the same format and information as the pre-printed forms and be approved by the Engineer.

b. Each request must be sequentially numbered and the payment period must be indicated.

c. The form for the submission of requests may not be altered without the express written consent of the Engineer once these have been approved by the Engineer.

d. Final payment requires additional procedures and documentation per

Section 01700 – Contract Closeout.

4. Payments shall be made on a monthly basis.

a. The Owner, Contractor, and Engineer shall agree on a particular day of the month for the end of the payment period. The payment period shall end on that day each month and shall cover all work completed and materials received since the end of the last payment period.

b. After the end of the payment period, submit a draft copy of the payment request for that month to the Engineer. Agreement is to be reached on:

1) The quantity of work completed to date for unit price items.

2) The percentage of completion of work on approved Change

Orders.

3) The percentage of completion for each lump sum item.

4) The amount of materials-on-hand stored.

c. On the basis of these agreements, the Contractor is to prepare a final copy of the payment request and submit it to the Engineer for the

Owner’s approval.

1) The final copy is to be signed by the representative of the

Contractor authorized to execute documents for the Contractor and notarized.

2) The Engineer will review the payment request and if appropriate will recommend payment of the request to the

Owner.

d. Each payment request is to be accompanied by a revised and up-to-date progress schedule per Section 01310 – Progress Schedules.

1.11 MEASUREMENT OF QUANTITIES

A. Measurement Devices

1. Weigh Scales

Scales shall be inspected, tested, and certified by the applicable state weights and measures department within the past year.

2. Platform Scales

Platform scales shall be of sufficient size and capacity to accommodate the conveying vehicle.

3. Metering Devices

Metering devices shall be inspected, tested, and certified by the applicable state department within the past year.

B. Measurement by Weight

Concrete reinforcing steel, rolled or formed steel, or other metal shapes will be measured by handbook weights. Welded assemblies will be measured by handbook or scale weight.

C. Measurement by Volume

Volume shall be measured by cubic dimension using mean length, width, and height or thickness.

D. Measurement by Area

Area shall be measured by square dimension using mean length and width or radius.

E. Linear Measurement

Linear measurements shall be taken at the item centerline or mean chord.

F. Line items in the base bid proposal shall be defined as follows.

1. Item No. 1: Mobilization

Payment for mobilization will be made at the lump sum price bid. This payment shall constitute full compensation for the establishment of an office and other facilities at the project site and the movement of personnel, construction equipment, and supplies to the project site or to the vicinity of the project site in order to enable the Contractor to begin work on the other contract items that will be performed by the Contractor.

Partial payments for mobilization will be made with the first and second payment requests paid on the contract and will be made at the rate of fifty percent (50%) of the lump sum price bid for mobilization (less retainage) on each of these payment requests PROVIDED THE AMOUNT BID FOR

MOBILIZATION DOES NOT EXCEED EIGHT PERCENT (8%) OF THE TOTAL

AMOUNT BID FOR THE CONTRACT. Where the amount bid for the item of mobilization exceeds eight percent (8%) of the total amount bid for the contract, four percent (4%) of the total amount bid for the contract (less retainage) will be paid on each of the first two payment requests. The portion of the amount bid for the item of mobilization exceeding eight percent (8%) of the total amount bid for the contract will be paid on the final payment request.

2. Item No. 2: Demolition

Payment for demolition will be made at the lump sum price bid. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove and dispose of existing grout (thickness varies) under northwest and southwest clarifiers in west basin and all other demolition work necessary to prepare for new grouting as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place. Other items to be included are as follows:

a. Installation of 12” plugs in drain lines and protection of drain boxes from debris.

b. Demolition and salvage of the existing stainless steel tracks and clarifier rakes.

3. Item Nos. 3 and 4: Expansion Joint Repair

Payment for expansion joint repair will be made at the unit price bid per linear foot. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove and repair expansion joints using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

4. Item No. 5: Structural Concrete Repairs

Payment for structural concrete repairs will be made at the unit price bid per square foot. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove and repair unsound or damaged concrete using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

5. Item No. 6: Surface Concrete Repairs

Payment for surface concrete repairs will be made at the unit price bid per square foot. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to repair and resurface deteriorated concrete using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

6. Item No. 7: Concrete Crack Repairs

Payment for concrete crack repairs will be made at the unit price bid per linear foot. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to repair concrete cracks using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

7. Item No. 8: Exterior Wall Fiberglass Cap

Payment for a fiberglass cap on the west exterior wall will be made at the unit price bid per linear foot. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to repair concrete spalls and exposed reinforcing and install a fiberglass cap using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

8. Item No. 9: Grouting of Clarifier Floors

Payment for grouting of clarifier floors will be made at the lump sum price bid.

This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to level the existing clarifier mechanism and install new grout using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

9. Item No. 10: Reinstallation of Equipment

Payment for reinstallation of equipment will be made at the lump sum price bid.

This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to reinstall the stainless steel tracks and clarifier rakes and complete all other reinstallation work as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place. Other items to be included are as follows:

a. Installation of new 3/8” HDPE scraper blades.

10. Item No. 11: Waterproof Coating

Payment for waterproof coating will be made at the unit price bid per square foot. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to apply a waterproof coating system to the entire west settling basin interior walls, internal concrete structures, floor area underneath the effluent weirs, south wall of effluent channel, and other areas indicated using the products and procedures as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

11. Item No. 12: Miscellaneous Allowance, Owner Authorized

a. This item will be used at Owner’s discretion to authorize additional work, if needed.

b. Any unspent funds shall not be due to the Contractor. This item is an

Owner’s allowance, not Contractor’s, and will only be authorized as needed. At contract closeout, the Owner will retain funds remaining in this allowance.

12. Item No. ALT 1-1 and ALT 1-2: Lean Concrete Fill Slope Area Repair

Payment for repair of the lean concrete sloped areas will be made at the lump sum price bid. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove the existing concrete fill, replace the fill with lean concrete and complete all other reinstallation work as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

13. Item No. ALT 2-1: Concrete Walkway Structural Repair

Payment for repair of the lean concrete sloped areas will be made at the lump sum price bid. This payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and other incidentals to remove the existing concrete walkway, replace the walkway, protect the existing improvements and complete all other reinstallation work as specified and shown on the plans, complete in place.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PROJECT ADMINISTRATION 01040-1

SECTION 01040

PROJECT ADMINISTRATION

Administer contract requirements to construct the project. Provide documentation per the requirements of this section. Provide information as requested by the Engineer or Owner concerning this project.

1.2 RELATED SECTION

Section 01310 – Progress Schedules.

1.3 COMMUNICATION DURING THE PROJECT

A. The Engineer is to be the first point of contact for all parties on matters concerning this project.

B. The Engineer will coordinate correspondence concerning:

1. Submittals, including payment requests.

2. Clarification and interpretation of the Contract Documents.

3. Contract modifications.

4. Observation of work and testing.

5. Claims.

C. The Engineer will normally communicate only with the Contractor. Any required communication with suppliers or subcontractors will only be with the direct involvement of the Contractor.

D. Written communications are to be directed to the Engineer at the address indicated in the pre-construction conference. Communications should include as a minimum:

1. Name of the Owner.

2. Project name.

3. Contract title.

4. Project number.

5. Date.

6. A reference statement.

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1.4 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Pre-construction Conference

1. Attend a pre-construction conference.

2. The Engineer will determine the location of the conference.

3. The time of the conference will be determined by the Engineer but will be after the notice of award is issued and not later than fifteen days after the notice to proceed is issued.

4. The conference may be attended by the Owner, Engineer, and representatives of utility companies. The Contractor's project manager, superintendent, and representatives from major subcontractors shall be present.

5. Contractor should provide and be prepared to discuss:

a. Preliminary construction schedule per Section 01310 – Progress

Schedules.

b. List of suppliers and subcontractors.

c. Contractor's organizational chart as it relates to this project.

d. Letter indicating the agents of authority for the Contractor and the limit of that authority with respect to the execution of legal documents.

e. Schedule of values and anticipated schedule of payments.

B. Periodic Progress Meetings

1. Attend meetings with the Engineer and Owner.

a. Meet on a monthly basis or as requested by the Engineer to discuss the project.

b. Meet at the project site or other location as designated by the Engineer.

c. Contractor's superintendent and other key personnel are to attend the meeting. Other individuals may be requested to attend to discuss specific matters.

2. Provide information as requested by the Engineer or Owner concerning this project.

a. Prepare to discuss:

1) The status of the overall project schedule.

2) The Contractor's detailed schedule for the next two weeks.

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3) Anticipated delivery dates for materials.

4) Coordination with the Owner.

5) The status of submittals.

6) Clarification of the Contract Documents.

7) Claims and proposed modifications to the contract.

8) Field observations, problems, or conflicts.

9) Maintenance of quality standards.

b. Notify the Engineer of any specific items to be discussed a minimum of one week prior to the meeting.

3. Review minutes of meetings and notify the Engineer of any discrepancies within ten days of the date of the meeting minutes.

a. Following that date, the minutes will stand as shown or as corrected.

b. Corrections will be reflected in the minutes of the following meeting.

1.5 EMERGENCY WORK

A. Notify the Owner and Engineer immediately of any additional work that must be performed to prevent injury or damage to existing structures, facilities, utilities, or work in place.

B. When possible, obtain authorization from the Owner before proceeding.

1.6 CLAIMS

A. Do not perform any work that is considered to be outside the scope of the Contract

Documents without an approved Field Work Order or Change Order.

B. File notice of claims with the Engineer within ten days of the event giving rise to the claim.

C. Provide full documentation within 30 days of the notice.

D. Items not reported within the stipulated time will not be considered.

1. Failure to notify the Owner of potential claims does not allow the Owner to take alternative action to prevent the Contractor from incurring the cost for the item or to perform the work in a different manner.

2. Failure to notify the Owner does not allow operations to be monitored for the actual cost of performing the work.

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E. When the Engineer has received full documentation, the claim will be reviewed in the context of the Contract Documents.

1. If the claim is believed to be valid, a Change Order will be prepared and payment of the Change Order will be recommended.

2. If the claim is not believed to be valid, then the claim will be denied with an explanation of the reasons.

3. Should the Contractor disagree with the decision of the Engineer, the

Contractor may refuse to do the work.

a. If the Owner insists that the work be done, proceed with the work on a time and materials basis.

b. The validity of the claim will be resolved at a later time in accordance with the Contract Documents.

1.7 RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain at the site one complete record copy of:

1. Drawings.

2. Specifications.

3. Addenda.

4. Contract modifications.

5. Approved shop drawings/product data.

6. Test records.

B. Store documents and samples in the Contractor's field office or with the superintendent if the Contractor does not have a field office.

1. The documents are to remain separated from documents used for construction.

These documents are not to be used for construction.

2. Maintain the documents in a clean, dry, legible condition and in good order.

3. Make the documents available at all times for inspection by the Engineer and

Owner.

C. Marking Drawings

1. Label each document as "Project Record" in large, printed letters.

2. Record information as construction is being performed.

a. Do not conceal any work until the required information is recorded.

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b. Mark drawings to record actual construction, including the following:

1) Depths of various elements of the foundation in relation to finished first floor datum or the tops of walls.

2) Horizontal and vertical locations of underground utilities and appurtenances constructed and existing utilities encountered during construction.

3) Location of internal utilities and appurtenances concealed in the construction. Make reference to permanent structure on the surface.

4) Changes of dimension and detail.

5) Changes made by Field Order and Change Order.

6) Details not on the original plans.

c. Mark specifications and addenda to record the materials and equipment provided.

1) Record manufacturer name, trade name, catalog number, and each supplier (with address and phone number) of each product and item of equipment actually installed.

2) Record changes made by Field Order and Change Order.

d. Submit record documents to the Engineer for review and acceptance 30 days prior to final completion of the project. Provide one set of marked up drawings and one set of specifications.

e. Payment requests may not be recommended for payment if record documents are found to be incomplete or not in order. Final payment will not be recommended without record documents.

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JOB MANAGEMENT 01041-1

SECTION 01041

JOB MANAGEMENT

Furnish equipment, manpower, products, and other items necessary to complete the project with an acceptable standard of quality and within the contract time. The project shall be constructed in accordance with current safety practices.

Manage the project site to allow access to site and control construction operations.

Provide labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to construct temporary facilities to provide and maintain control over environmental conditions at the job site including the removal of temporary facilities when no longer needed.

Temporary controls shall include the construction of temporary impounding works, channels, diversions, furnishing and operation of pumps, installing piping and fittings, and other construction for control of conditions at the site. Remove temporary controls at the end of the project.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

Section 01040 – Project Administration.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer two copies of reports prepared concerning accidents, injury, or death on the project site.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Notify the Engineer as required by the provisions of Section 01040 – Project

Administration.

Employ competent workmen skilled in the occupation for which they are employed.

Provide only first quality workmanship. The Engineer shall determine if the quality of work is acceptable.

A defective product is any product that has been found not to be in compliance with the contract documents or is damaged prior to final completion. Defective products shall be removed from the site immediately.

Defective products may remain at the site if arrangements have been made to allow repair of the product at the site. Clearly mark the product as defective until removed or repairs have been completed.

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1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Products shall be delivered to the site per the progress schedule to prevent delays.

Deliver packaged products to site in original undamaged containers with identifying labels attached. Open cartons as necessary to check for damage and to verify invoices.

Reseal cartons and store until used. Leave products in packages or other containers until installed.

Deliver products that are too large to fit through openings to the site in advance of the time enclosing walls and roofs are erected. Set in place raised above the floor on cribs.

The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of products stored at the site. Protect the products until installed.

Store products at a location acceptable to the Engineer and that allows Owner access for maintenance and operations. Store immediately upon delivery in accordance with the manufacturer's storage instructions and with seals and labels intact. Arrange storage to allow access for maintenance of stored items and for inspection. Store unpacked and loose products on shelves, in bins, or in neat groups of like items.

Obtain and pay for the use of any additional storage or work areas needed for construction. Provide and maintain storage buildings as required for the protection of products. Remove these at the completion of the project. Store products subject to damage by the elements in substantial weather-tight enclosures or storage buildings of adequate dimensions. Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges stated in the manufacturer's instructions. Provide humidity control and ventilation for sensitive products as required by manufacturer's instructions.

Provide adequate exterior storage for products that may be stored out-of-doors.

1. Provide substantial platforms, blocking, or skids to support fabricated products above ground. Slope to provide drainage. Protect products from soiling or staining.

2. For products subject to deterioration from exposure to the elements, cover them with impervious sheet materials. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation below the covering.

3. Store loose, granular materials on clean, solid surfaces or on rigid sheet materials to prevent mixing with foreign matter.

4. Provide surface drainage to prevent erosion and ponding of water.

5. Prevent mixing of refuse or chemically injurious materials or liquids with stored materials.

6. Store light weight products to prevent wind damage.

Maintain storage facilities. Inspect stored products periodically to verify that the:

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1. Storage facilities continue to meet specified requirements.

2. Manufacturer's required environmental conditions are continually maintained.

3. Surfaces of products exposed to the elements are not adversely affected and that weathering of finishes is within acceptable tolerances to provide a finished project meeting the requirements of the contract documents.

Replace, at no additional cost, any stored item damaged by inadequate protection or environmental controls.

Payment may be withheld for any products not properly stored.

1.6 STANDARDS

Perform work to comply with local, state, and federal ordinances and regulations.

1.7 COORDINATION

Coordinate the work of various trades having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing work in service.

Coordinate requests for substitutions to provide compatibility of space, operating elements, effect on the work of other trades, and on the work scheduled for early completion.

Coordinate the use of project space and the sequence of installation of equipment, elevators, walks, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or other work that is indicated diagrammatically on the plans.

1. Follow the routings shown for tubes, pipes, ducts, conduits, and other items as closely as practical with due allowance for available physical space.

2. Utilize space efficiently to maximize accessibility for Owner's maintenance and repairs.

Where installation of one part of the work is dependent on installation of other components, either before or after its own installation, schedule construction activities in the sequence required to obtain best results.

Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation including accepted bid alternates, Owner-supplied Contractor-installed items, work by others, and installation of products purchased with allowances.

1.8 PERMITS

Obtain permits and pay fees necessary to conduct any part of the work. The only exception is that the Owner will obtain any permits for which only the Owner can apply.

The Owner will pay the fees to obtain the permits for which the Owner must apply. The

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Contractor must abide by the restrictions of any Owner-supplied permits at the

Contractor’s expense.

Arrange for inspections and certifications by agencies having jurisdiction over the work.

Make arrangements with private utility companies and pay inspection fees and fees associated with obtaining services.

1.9 DUST CONTROL

EXTERIOR

1. Provide positive methods to minimize raising dust from construction operations.

2. Wet materials and rubbish to prevent blown dust.

1.10 POLLUTION CONTROL

Prevent the contamination of soil, water, or atmosphere by the discharge of noxious substances from construction operations. Provide adequate measures to prevent the creation of noxious air-borne pollutants. Prevent dispersal of pollutants into the atmosphere. The Contractor shall not dump or otherwise discharge noxious or harmful fluids into drains or sewers nor allow noxious liquids to contaminate public waterways in any manner.

The Contractor’s attention is particularly directed to the dust, abrasive particles, debris and dirt generated by the removal, placement, chipping, cutting, finishing and grinding of new or existing concrete and metal; and the fumes, particulate matter, and splatter from welding, brazing and painting of new or existing piping and equipment. The

Contractor shall as a minimum use vacuum cleaners, blowers with filters, protective shielding, and other dust suppression methods at all times to adequately protect motors, pumps, electrical equipment and treatment processes.

Provide equipment and personnel and perform emergency measures necessary to contain any spillage.

1. Contain chemicals in protective areas and do not dump on soil.

2. If contamination of the soil does occur, excavate contaminated soil and dispose at an off-site location.

3. Provide documentation to the Owner which states the nature and strength of the contaminant, method of disposal, and the location of the disposal site.

4. Disposal of the contaminant is to comply with local, state, and federal regulations regarding the disposal of pollutants.

5. Fill resulting excavations with suitable backfill and compact to the density of the surrounding undisturbed soil.

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Groundwater or run-off water which has come into contact with noxious chemicals, sludge, or sludge-contaminated soil is considered contaminated.

1. Contaminated water must not be allowed to:

a. Enter streams or water courses.

b. Leave the site in a non-contained form.

c. Enter non-contaminated areas of the site.

2. Pump contaminated water to holding ponds constructed by the Contractor for this purpose or discharge to areas on the interior of the site as designated by the Engineer.

3. Construct temporary earthen dikes or take other precautions and measures as required to contain the contaminated water and pump to a designated storage area.

4. Any equipment used for handling contaminated water or soil within contaminated areas shall be washed with uncontaminated water prior to using such equipment in an uncontaminated area. Wash water used to wash such equipment is considered contaminated and shall be pumped to the designated confinement area.

1.11 EARTH CONTROL

Remove excess soil, spoil materials, and other earth not required for backfill at the time of generation. Control stock pile material to eliminate interference with construction and Owner's operations.

1.12 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Protect the safety and welfare of workmen on the project, the Owner, and the general public around the construction site. The Contractor is solely responsible for safety at the project site. Provide and maintain barricades, guard rails, covered walkways, and other protective devices to warn and protect from hazards at the construction site.

Trenches shall comply with the provisions of Section 02220 – Trench Safety.

Perform construction within buildings or structures occupied by the Owner per established fire codes and ordinances.

1.13 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF PROJECT SITE

Limit the use of site for work and storage to those areas approved by the Owner.

Coordinate the use of the premises with the Engineer.

Any damage to existing facilities, including contamination, caused by the Contractor's personnel, visitors, materials, or equipment shall be repaired or corrected at the

Contractor's expense.

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No alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, or weapons (whether legal or not) shall be permitted on the site at any time.

Park equipment and employees' vehicles only in areas approved by the Owner.

Enter privately-owned land outside of the Owner's property, rights-of-way, or easements only with written permission of the landowner.

1.14 ACCESS TO THE SITE

Maintain access to the facilities at all times. Roads, pedestrian walks, and access to buildings, structures, stairways, and entrances shall not be obstructed. Provide safe temporary walks or other structures to allow access for normal operations during construction.

Provide adequate and safe access for inspections. Leave ladders, bridges, and scaffolding in place until inspection has been completed. Construct access as required for inspections.

Provide security at the construction site as necessary to protect against vandalism and loss by theft.

Maintain security of the site and access leading to it.

1. Close gates and keep them locked.

2. Obtain permission of any landowners whose property must be crossed in gaining access to the site.

3. Install gate locks. Provide keys to the Owner, Engineer, Contractor, and landowner.

1.15 PROTECTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES AND UTILITIES

Examine the project site and review the available information concerning the site.

Determine if existing structures, poles, piping, or other utilities will require relocation or replacement. Coordinate work with the Owner, Engineer, local utility companies, and others. Include the cost of demolition and replacement or relocation of these structures in the bid amount.

Protect structures not to be replaced or relocated from damage during construction.

Structures or utilities damaged during or as a result of construction shall be restored to a condition matching or better than that which existed before the start of construction at the Contractor’s expense.

Protect existing trees and landscaping at the site.

1. Visit the site with the Engineer to identify trees that may be removed during construction.

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2. Trees to be removed shall be marked with paint.

3. Protect trees to remain from damage by wrapping trunks with 2 x 4 timber around the perimeter, securely wired in place, where machinery must operate around existing trees. Protect branches and limbs from damage by equipment.

1.16 CLEANING DURING CONSTRUCTION

Clean the project as work progresses and dispose of waste materials. Keep the site free from accumulations of waste or rubbish. Provide containers on site for waste collection.

Use only those cleaning products that will not create hazards to health or property and those methods recommended by the manufacturer of the surfaces to be cleaned. Use cleaning products only on those surfaces recommended by the cleaning product manufacturer.

Comply with applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, and anti-pollution laws. Waste materials shall not be burned or buried. Volatile or hazardous waste materials shall not be disposed of in storm drains or sanitary sewers.

Transport waste materials in a controlled manner with as few handlings as possible.

Materials shall not be dropped from heights.

Remove waste materials, rubbish, and debris from the site and legally dispose of these at public or private dumping areas.

Waste materials or debris shall not be allowed to blow off of the site

1.17 TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE

Roads and streets shall remain open during all phases of construction.

Roads may only be closed with the Owner’s approval. Submit a written request for the Owner’s approval of a street closing. The request shall state:

1. The reason for closing the street.

2. How long the street will remain closed.

3. Procedures to be taken to maintain the flow of traffic.

Coordinate work with the Owner, Engineer, local utility companies, and others.

Provide temporary access around the closed street by constructing a temporary paved road at locations necessary. Maintain sufficiently clear width of the road for the free flow of traffic.

Maintain barricades, signs, and safety features around the detour and excavations.

The Contractor shall assume responsibility for any damage resulting from construction along roads or drives.

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1.18 DISRUPTION TO SERVICES

Disruptions to existing utilities, piping, process piping, or electrical services shall be kept to a minimum. Coordinate work with the Owner, Engineer, local utility companies, and others.

Maintain storm drains and sanitary sewers in service at all times. Provide temporary service around the construction or otherwise construct the project in a manner that the flow is not blocked.

1.19 FIELD MEASUREMENTS

Perform complete field measurements of the dimensions at the site for products required to fit existing conditions prior to purchasing products affected by that measurement.

Verify property lines, control lines, grades, and levels indicated on the plans.

Verify pipe class, equipment capacities, electrical systems, and power sources for existing conditions.

Check shop drawings and indicate the actual dimensions available where products are to be installed.

Include field measurements in record drawings as required in Section 01040 – Project

Administration.

1.20 EXCESS EARTH

Dispose of earth removed from excavations that is not required for backfill or embankments.

Remove excess earth from the site within a reasonable time after completing excavation work.

1.21 BLASTING

Blasting for excavations shall not be allowed.

1.22 ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

Examine the premises for asbestos. Report discovery of questionable material to the Engineer.

The Owner will have a qualified testing laboratory test the material for asbestos and report findings to the Engineer. Submit a request for deviation for removal of asbestos-containing materials per Occupational Safety and Health Administration 29CFR 1910 and 1926, "Occupational Exposure to Asbestos, Tremolite, Anthophyllite, and Actinolite" if asbestos is found. No work is to be performed without an approved Change Order.

1.23 PLANT OPERATIONS

Plant facilities shall continue to operate as usual during the construction and plant staff must be able to perform their appointed duties.

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Access to valves, operators, or electrical panels shall not be blocked.

Material shall not be stored inside structures.

Limit operations to the minimum amount of space needed to complete the specified work.

Obtain the Owner's approval before using travelling cranes or other lift devices.

1.24 PRELIMINARY OCCUPANCY

The Owner reserves the right to deliver, install, and connect equipment, furnishings, or other apparatus. Preliminary occupancy shall not be construed as acceptance of any part of the project, nor shall it in any manner affect the start of the guarantee periods.

Protect the Owner's property after installation is complete.

The Owner reserves the right of trial usage of any product for the purpose of testing or to ascertain that the equipment meets the requirements of the contract documents.

This trial usage does not constitute acceptance by either the Engineer or the Owner.

Trial usage in no way affects the manufacturer's warranty or the guarantee period.

1.25 INITIAL MAINTENANCE

Maintain equipment until the project is accepted by the Owner. Ensure that mechanical equipment is properly lubricated and cared for as recommended by the manufacturer.

PART 2 MATERIALS

Materials shall be in accordance with the requirements of the individual specification sections.

Perform the work per the manufacturers’ published instructions. No preparatory step or installation procedure shall be omitted unless specifically exempted or modified by Field Order or Change Order.

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SECTION 01300

SUBMITTALS

A. Submit documentation as required by the Contract Documents and as reasonably requested by the Owner and Engineer to:

1. Record the products incorporated into the project for the Owner.

2. Provide information for operation and maintenance of the project.

3. Provide information for the administration of the contract.

4. Allow the Engineer to advise the Owner if products proposed for the project by the Contractor conform, in general, with the design concepts of the contract documents.

B. Contractor's responsibility for full compliance with the contract documents is not relieved by the Engineer's review of submittals. Contract modifications may only be approved by Change Order or Field Order.

1.2 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Review all submittals prior to submission.

B. Determine and verify:

1. Field measurements

2. Field construction requirements

3. The locations of all existing structures, utilities, and equipment related to the submittals.

4. That the submittals are adequately complete for their intended purpose.

5. That conflicts between the submittals related to the various subcontractors and suppliers have been resolved.

6. The quantities and dimensions shown on the submittals.

C. Submit information per the procedures described in this section and the detailed specifications.

D. Furnish the following submittals:

1. As specified in the attached submittal schedule.

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2. Schedules, data, and other documentation as described in detail in this section or referenced in the General Conditions.

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