2-07.Technical Specifications.pdf

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Section 000000 Summary of Work (10 pages)

Section 010000 General Requirements (2 page)

Section 017839 Cleaning and Restorations (3 pages)

Section 017810 Record Documents (4 Pages)

Section 022700 Temporary Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Measures (3 pages)

Section 024100 Building Demolition (3 pages)

Section 026460 Piping, Fittings and Valves (4 pages)

Section 033000 Cast-In-Place Concrete (16 pages)

Section 042200 Unit Masonry Assemblies (18 pages)

Section 051200 Structural Steel Framing (11 pages)

Section 055000 Miscellaneous Metal Work (4 pages)

Section 061000 Rough Carpentry (10 pages)

Section 072100 Thermal Insulation (6 pages)

Section 072500 Weather Barriers (7 pages)

Section 073113 Asphalt Shingles (6 pages)

Section 074600 Vinyl Siding, Fascia and Soffit (4 pages)

Section 076000 Sheet Metal, Flashing and Trim (8 pages)

Section 092500 Gypsum Board (7 pages)

Section 096519 Vinyl Flooring (14 pages)

Section 099120 Painting (26 pages)

Section 160500 Basic Electrical Materials and Methods (11 pages)

Section 161400 Wiring Devices (6 pages)

Section 161400 Lighting and Accessories (2 pages)

OTHER DOCUMENTS

1. Construction Plan set entitled “FEMA Funded 119 South Bell Avenue Elevation” (13 Sheets), prepared by

Remington & Vernick Engineers of Yardley, PA

2. Architectural Plans (1 Sheet), prepared by Mann Hughes Architecture of Doylestown, PA

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SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 Site Location

A. The proposed work will be performed at 119 South Bell Avenue, Yardley, PA, 19067.

1.02 Project Description

1. Yardley Borough, Bucks County has received funding through the Severe Repetitive Loss Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, in order to elevate the existing home located at 119 South Bell Avenue above the 100-year flood plain in Yardley Borough, Bucks County, PA. The work consists of, but is not limited to: Elevate and temporarily support the existing structure, construct new foundation footings and walls where shown, backfill existing crawlspace and basement, provide lintels for foundation wall openings, disconnect, relocate, extend and reconnect existing utilities, electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment, install flood vents, provide access to the elevated structure, and restore all disturbed areas and landscaping. The Scope of Work is more fully described in the Project Specifications herein and on the Project Plans.

2. Only major items of work are given on the Bid Form, but it is the intent of the specifications to secure a completely interconnected and functioning system, and if any workmanship or materials be required which are obviously necessary to carry out the full intent and meaning of the plans and specifications or to be reasonably inferred therefrom, the cost of such workmanship or materials shall be included in the unit price bid for the major items of work.

1.03 Work Included

A. Base Bid

3. Prepare and submit building permit applications to Yardley Borough for approval. Contact PA One-Call to locate all underground utilities. Coordinate temporary utility disconnections with utility companies. Disconnect utilities and mechanical equipment and protect and store for relocation.

4. Complete removal and disposal of the existing exterior front set of stairs as shown on the Project Plans.

5. Complete removal and disposal of the existing exterior back set of stairs and landing as shown on the Project Plans.

6. Removal and disposal of the existing supports in the basement area as indicated on the Project

Plans. The existing first floor joists will need to be temporarily supported in these locations during the elevation of the structure.

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7. Elevate and temporarily support the existing house structure. Perforate the existing crawlspace and basement slabs, and backfill the existing crawlspace and basement to finished grade. All other existing concrete slabs-on-grade shall remain.

8. Furnish and install new wall footings and 8” CMU foundation walls for the utility room as shown on the Project Plans. This includes all steel reinforcement in the foundation.

9. Furnish and install new concrete footings and columns as shown on the Project Plans. This includes all steel reinforcement in the concrete column footings.

10. Furnish and install new structural framing as indicated on the Project Plans. The floor finish in this area is the responsibility of the Contractor and shall match pre-construction conditions.

11. Furnish and install new CMU interior foundation wall as shown on the Project Plans. This includes all steel reinforcement in the proposed CMU wall. This includes all wood sill plates.

All doors and windows, including all framing, are by others. The Contractor shall submit a request for information to verify window and door opening sizes. Base bid is to install foundation walls to match existing.

12. Extend the existing foundation walls as shown on the Project Plans, this includes the installation of all steel reinforcement and all required wood sill plates. All doors and windows, including framing, are by others. The Contractor shall submit a request for information to verify window and door opening sizes.

13. Furnish and install all structural steel members as shown on the Project Plans. This includes all steel beams.

14. Furnish and install all structural wood members as shown on the Project Plans. This includes all joists, rafters, sheathing, plywood, studs, and beams.

15. Furnish and install all foundation wall openings as shown on the Project Plans. This includes furnishing and installing all steel/concrete lintels for the proposed openings in the foundation walls. This also includes the installation of all required flood vents in the foundation walls of the structure. Doors and windows, including all framing, by others. Contractor to submit a request for information to verify door and window opening sizes and locations.

16. Furnish and install new concrete footings for the proposed exterior decks/stairs as shown on the Project Plans. This includes the installation of all required steel reinforcement.

17. Furnish and install new pressure-treated timber framing for the proposed exterior decks/stairs as shown on the Project Plans. This includes the installation of all required handrails for the stairs/decks. This also includes installation of pressure-treated deckboards for the new deck/stairs.

18. Disconnect, relocate, reconnect and extend existing utilities and mechanical equipment, provide insulation of utility lines per Code. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to inventory all existing utilities prior to construction.

19. Extend downspouts for change in building elevation. Contractor to secure to foundation walls.

All downspouts to match existing (type, size and color). Furnish and install a splash pad at each downspout location.

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20. Contractor to take inventory of all existing lighting, switches and receptacles. Contractor to maintain all existing lighting, switches and receptacles at revised locations that are accessible at new elevation. Mounting locations shall be in accordance with building code and in similar horizontal locations at new elevation. Contractor to provide receptacles according to local building code. Contractor shall install same number of lights, switches and receptacles in basement area in accordance with local building code and FEMA technical bulletins.

Contractor shall furnish and install the following electrical work at the Lower Garage Level:

A. Provide a minimum four (4) overhead ceiling-mounted light fixtures, evenly distributed to provide uniform illumination throughout the space.

B. Provide a minimum number of overhead lights that are inventoried in the existing basement.

C. Provide one (1) wall-mounted light switch at each man door, with switch locations coordinated to proposed door swing and accessibility requirements. Door swing orientation shall be coordinated with the homeowner.

D. Install electrical receptacles spaced at a maximum of 12 feet on center around the entire interior perimeter of the lower garage level. Elevation of receptacle shall comply with local building code and shall be coordinated with the homeowner.

E. All lighting fixtures, switches, receptacles, wiring, conduit, and associated electrical components installed below the Design Flood Elevation shall be flood-rated and compliant with Flood Zone AE requirements, including suitability for wet locations and post-flood serviceability.

21. Restore all disturbed areas and landscaping. Contractor shall seed immediate surrounding area.

22. Relocate all hose bids to ground level in accordance with FEMA bulletins and the local code.

23. Relocate all meters to ground level. Coordinate with Utility companies on locations.

24. Provide all temporary erosion and sediment control measures.

25. Install utility room including but not limited to all framing, footings, roofing, siding, utility extensions, insulation, floor finish, gypsum boards, paint, lighting, receptacles and switches.

Furnish and install the utility room door and window(s).

26. Furnish and install new concrete masonry pier for the proposed utility room addition, as shown on the Project Plans. This includes the installation of all required steel reinforcement.

27. Furnish and install all floor, ceiling and roof framing in order to construct the proposed utility room addition, as shown on the Project Plans.

28. Furnish and install roofing system for the proposed utility room addition, with proper slope away from the existing structure.

29. Furnish and install floor finishing in utility room. Finish shall be coordinated with the homeowner.

30. Furnish and install wall & ceiling gypsum board in utility room. Paint and baseboards shall match existing adjacent room.

31. Create inventory of all existing lights, light switches and receptacles within the basement area.

Contractor shall install same number of lights, switches and receptacles in basement area in accordance with local building code and FEMA technical bulletins.

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32. The contractor is required to extend all wiring, services, ductwork, piping and accessories needed to relocate utility equipment to the proposed utility room. The following equipment will be provided by the homeowner:

A. Hot water heater (existing to be relocated by contractor) B. Boiler (existing to be relocated by contractor) C. Washer and Dryer (existing to be relocated by contractor) D. Electric Panel (existing to be relocated by contractor) E. Oil tank:

i. Owner will pay for the tank.

ii. Contractor scope will include:

1. Removal and disposal of the old tank.

2. Permitting for old tank removal and new tank.

3. Coordinate with the Owners and Owner’s oil supplier for tank purchase.

4. The Contractor shall install tank concrete pad, tank, and secure tank to concrete slab via strapping.

5. The Contractor shall service line to boiler and appurtenances for a functioning furnace system.

6. Fueling of oil tank will be the responsibility of the owner.

33. The contractor shall remove the existing oil tank. The contractor shall provide a new exterior oil tank and pad. The contractor is responsible for all permitting associated with the oil tank installation and removal. Coordinate with the homeowner on location. Cost to fill tank will be on the homeowner.

34. The contractor shall install a temporary fence along the perimeter of the project site.

35. The Contractor shall secure the site and building at the end of each day.

36. The Contractor shall provide As-built plans for the completed project.

37. Provide a post construction chimney inspection for an operational system.

1.05 General Requirements

A. All work on Base Bid Items must be completed within One Hundred Twenty (120) days of the Notice to Proceed to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the Borough Building Inspector.

B. If the Contractor is contracted to perform other projects for the Owner, then the Notice to Proceed date for this project will be coordinated to be mutually acceptable to the Owner and the Contractor.

C. The Contractor is required to remove all excess material from the construction site, haul the material to an approved site, and shall be disposed of in a method acceptable by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Payment will not be made for the material transport, hauling and spreading, but shall be included in the various items of the proposal.

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D. All materials, construction procedures, type and use of equipment, measurement and payment shall be in accordance with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Specifications, Publication 408, unless otherwise noted and/or added into these specifications.

E. All Contractors and other persons utilizing this specification and the information contained herein are cautioned to comply with the requirements of Pennsylvania Act 172, Entitled “Excavation and Demolition Work Protection of Underground Utilities”. Each individual using this plan must verify location and depth of all underground utilities and facilities before starting work. Contractor shall notify “PA. ONE CALL” (1-800-242-1776) at least 48 hours prior to start of excavation.

F. Contractor shall establish contact with an individual from each local utility prior to commencement of excavation for the construction of proposed work. The Contractor shall notify the Engineer and the Utility Owner immediately should a conflict occur in the limits of construction. The Contractor shall be responsible for coordination of all work to be performed by the Utility Owner with regards to the work included in this contract.

Additional payment will not be made for delays incurred or additional work performed due to conflicts with existing utility mains or service lines.

G. The Contractor shall be responsible for the location and preservation of underground and surface utilities and structures at or adjacent to the site of construction and it shall be at his own expense to repair or replace anything that is damaged.

H. It is the sole responsibility of the homeowner to coordinate, furnish and install all windows, garage doors and doors, and these items are specifically excluded from the Scope of Work for this contract.

I. All construction details not shown shall be in accordance with PennDOT Standards as detailed in:

- Specifications, PUB. 408

- Standards for Roadway Construction, PUB. 72

Including all applicable A.D.U. Revisions and Appendices. These can be purchased at:

PA Department of Transportation, Sales Store P.O. Box 2028, Harrisburg, PA 17105-2028, (717) 787-6746

J. Yardley Borough reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to determine if a Contractor is responsible. Factors that may be considered by the Borough to determine whether a bidder is responsible are, but are not limited to, whether the Contractor:

i. Has been involved in previous litigation with the Borough or another municipality.

ii. Has refused payments.

iii. Has delayed the performance of previous work.

iv. Has failed to complete projects in a timely fashion.

v. Has performed work for the Borough or another municipality in an unworkmanlike manner.

If Yardley Borough determines that a Contractor is not responsible, it may reject that Contractor’s Bid.

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1.06 Technical Specifications

A. PERMITTING/INSPECTIONS

a. The Contractor shall apply for and receive all required Yardley Borough Floodplain, Building, Plumbing, and Electrical Permits prior to commencement of work on a reimbursable basis. The Contractor shall be responsible for scheduling completion and documentation of all required inspections during construction project.

B. SITE PREPARATION

a. Lot Clearing

i. The Contractor shall remove all trees/shrubs, and groundcover in the immediate vicinity of the house footprint that would interfere with completion of the elevation project. Bid proposal shall include listing of bushes and trees that require removal.

ii. The Contractor shall be responsible for all landscaping restoration to condition prior to construction.

iii. The Contractor shall trim all trees within the immediate vicinity.

b. Disconnection of Utilities/Mechanical Systems

i. The Contractor shall coordinate the marking of underground utilities with PA One Call as required prior to commencement of the project.

ii. The Contractor shall coordinate disconnection of electrical power to the house and installation of a temporary electrical supply for the duration of the elevation project.

iii. The Contractor shall clearly mark circuits, disconnect and move all electrical wiring that would interfere with the elevation project.

iv. The Contractor shall disconnect all plumbing, water supply, well, and sewer connections; including well pump, pressure tank, water softening system and hot water heater. Water and sewer lines shall be protected in order to prevent damage and intrusion of foreign material during elevation project.

C. RETROFITTING/ELEVATION OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE

a. Lifting/Jacking/Elevating

i. The Contractor shall provide all design equipment and labor required to raise the house; and support it with cribbage while the old foundation is extended. The house shall be raised to a height sufficient to allow the new foundation to be constructed to required height.

ii. The Contractor shall utilize hydraulic jacking equipment that enables jacks to be controlled from a single manifold/controller, allowing for automated leveling of the house.

iii. Prior to elevating the structure, the Contractor shall establish a reference point that will be used to level the house after elevation. The reference point shall be established by measuring differences in elevation of the house at various points.

iv. Upon completion of all required foundation construction and backfilling, the Contractor shall lower the house onto the new foundation and level the house utilizing the reference elevation.

b. Concrete & Block Work; Masonry Work

i. The Contractor shall extend the existing foundation in accordance with structural drawings and local building code. The foundation height shall meet Yardley Borough BFE/DFE requirements.

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ii. The Contractor shall install ICC-ES certified permanent flood openings in foundation walls that comply with Yardley Borough floodplain construction code.

iii. The Contractor shall complete the foundation block installation following the removal of the steel lifting beams.

c. Sill Plates, Beams, and Columns

i. The Contractor shall assess the existing condition of the building support systems (girders, beams, sill plates, etc.) and include Time and Materials (T&M) in their proposal (which includes labor rates and material overhead) for any repairs required to meet the specifications of new foundation design.

d. Bracing and Anchoring

i. The Contractor shall install mending plates around the perimeter of the foundation, as required.

ii. The Contractor shall install all required strapping in accordance with local building code.

D. SYSTEMS EXTENSION DUE TO ELEVATION

a. Electrical Service

i. The Contractor shall adjust the height of electrical meter and main circuit breaker panel as required by local building/electrical code. Per floodplain regulations, panel box shall be located at 3’ above base flood elevation.

ii. The Contractor shall extend, reinstall, and reconnect any electrical wiring affected by the elevation of the house.

iii. The Contractor shall coordinate reconnection of the main power supply to the house and ensure functional and safety checks are completed.

iv. The Contractor shall ensure all electrical inspections are successfully conducted and documented.

b. Plumbing/Water/Septic Service

i. The Contractor shall extend, reconnect and insulate all plumbing, well, and sewer connections; including water main, well pump, pressure tank, water softening system and hot water heater, in accordance with local building code.

ii. The Contractor shall conduct functional checks to ensure no leaks exist.

c. HVAC and Ductwork; Elevating Mechanical Equipment

i. The Contractor shall reinstall all mechanical equipment in accordance with Yardley Borough Flood Elevation requirements.

ii. The Contractor shall install, insulate and seal all required HVAC ductwork supplies and returns in accordance with local building code.

iii. The Contractor shall charge all coolant lines and perform safety and functional tests of equipment.

d. Gas/Oil Service

i. The Contractor shall extend and reconnect all gas/oil service equipment and/or coordinate with provider in accordance with the local building code.

ii. The Contractor shall conduct safety functionality testing to ensure no gas leaks exist post-elevation project.

e. Roof and Foundation Drainage Systems

i. The Contractor shall install extensions to all roof drainage systems following elevation.

E. LANDSCAPE REPLACEMENT/RESTORATION (FOR LANDSCAPING

DISTURBED BY CONSTRUCTION)

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a. Following completion of construction, the Contractor shall grade the area around the new foundation to ensure proper run-off and spread grass seed. Ground shall be graded so that it is sloped away from the building.

b. Site work and grading of lot to be conducted to ensure positive drainage to road ditch.

Shallow swales along side property lines may be required.

c. Replace any landscaping (plants/trees/bushes) and planter beds (mulched) removed for construction.

F. FINAL CLEANUP

a. Debris Removal and Disposal – The Contractor shall remove and dispose of all construction trash and debris, and shall use a magnet to ensure all nails have been removed from the site.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

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PART 3 – EXECUTION

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PART 4 – QUANTITY AND PAYMENT

1. Raise House to Base Bid Elevation-Quantity of “Raise House to Base Bid Elevation” will not be measured for this project, but shall be bid as a lump sum (LS) as shown on the bid form. Payment for “Raise House to Base Bid Elevation” will be made at a percentage of the lump sum (LS) amount bid. The work shall include all necessary coordination, permitting, equipment, materials and labor according to the plans and specifications, including all incidental work. This bid item excludes anything listed as an alternate bid item.

2. Front Pressure Treated Deck, Stairs and Railings, Including Foundations-Quantity of “Front Pressure Treated Deck, Stairs and Railing, Including Foundations” will not be measured for this project, but shall be bid as a lump sum (LS) as shown on the bid form.

Payment for “Front Pressure Treated Deck, Stairs and Railing, Including Foundations” will be made at a percentage of the lump sum (LS) amount bid. The work shall include all necessary coordination, permitting, equipment, materials and labor according to the plans and specifications, including all incidental work. This bid item excludes anything listed as an alternate bid item.

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SECTION 010000

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.01 GENERAL

A. Only major items of work are given in the Bid Form, but it is the intent of the specifications to secure a completely interconnected and functioning system, and if any workmanship or materials be required which are obviously necessary to carry out the full intent and meaning of the plans and specifications or to be reasonably inferred therefrom, the cost of such workmanship or materials shall be included in the unit price bid for the major items of work.

B. Contractor shall notify all utility companies prior to construction of utilities by contacting 1-800-

272-1000.

C. Prior to any excavation, the Contractor shall have all utilities marked and shall excavate or otherwise determine the exact location and elevations of said utilities. The Contractor shall notify the Engineer of any conflicts. The Contractor shall arrange for any necessary utility relocations or plan changes and shall reschedule his operations appropriately.

D. The Contractor, in the construction of any project, shall not stockpile materials or his equipment on any private property; except areas designated by the drawings as directed by the Engineer. If so required, the Engineer may direct the Contractor to have his equipment removed from any project during weekend hours.

E. All work of refilling sunken ditches, repaving over trenches and keeping streets and sidewalks in passable condition shall be done to the satisfaction of the Engineer during the construction of the above work as well as during the maintenance period. If any work is not done within five (5) days after written notice is given by the Engineer, the work may be done by the Owner and charged to the Contractor.

F. Special care shall be taken to prevent contamination, siltation, or interfering in any way with the stream flows or ponds along the line of work. No waste matter of any kind will be allowed to discharge into the stream flows or impounded water of any ponds or other bodies of water.

G. The Contractor shall apply and pay for all local permits that may be required for any of the work involved with this project.

H. All notes on drawings shall be made a part of the specifications.

I. There will be no work permitted on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays. The Contractor may perform work on weekdays (Monday through Friday) beginning at 8:00am and concluding no later than 6:00pm each day. This project will receive inspection and the normal working hours for the Inspector are from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Any overtime inspection costs which are not specifically mentioned in the drawings and specifications will be reimbursed by the Contractor.

J. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to keep site and adjacent roadways and properties clean.

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1.02 PUBLIC UTILITIES

A. The contract drawings indicate the approximate location of existing overhead and subsurface utilities in the vicinity of the work. The bidder is advised to ascertain for himself all the facts concerning the location of these utilities.

B. The Contractor shall cooperate with the utility owners in the adjustment of their facilities and shall notify the utility owners not less than five (5) days in advance of the time he proposes to perform any work that will endanger or affect their facilities.

C. The Contractor shall permit the owners of utilities, or their agents, access to the site of the work at all times in order to relocate, construct or protect their lines and he shall cooperate with them in performing this work.

D. Separate payments will not be made for the coordination and cooperation of the Contractor with the utility companies, nor for the protection or replacement of utilities for the resequencing or delay of work due to a utility company and the bidder shall include all such costs in the prices bid for the various related items of work in the Bid Form.

E. The Contractor is responsible for repairing all located utilities (water, sewer, storm sewer, gas lines, etc.) which are broken or damaged during construction.

1.03 PHOTOGRAPHS & VIDEO TAPES

The Contractor shall video tape in digital format the construction site prior to the commencement of construction. Two copies of the digital recording shall be forwarded and kept by Remington and Vernick Engineers to resolve any disputes arising over the restoration of all curbs, sidewalks, driveways, fences, lawns, landscaped areas, or any other items that may be disturbed during construction.

1.04 TESTING MATERIALS

A. Except as may be provided elsewhere, test or analysis of materials which are usually tested after delivery to the site, such as concrete aggregate, mixed and placed concrete, and similar materials;

will be performed by the Engineer or test laboratories which will be approved by the Engineer and selected and paid for by the Contractor. The preliminary testing of concrete mixtures and test or analysis of other materials, samples of which are to be submitted prior to delivery, will also be performed by the laboratory and paid for by the Contractor at the Engineer's request.

B. If the Engineer orders sampling and analysis or tests of materials which are usually accepted on

Certification of the manufacturer but which appear defective or not conforming to the requirements of the Specifications, the Contractor will bear the reasonable costs of sampling, transportation, test and analysis.

PART 4 - QUANTITY AND PAYMENT

A. Quantity for items listed in this specification will not be measured for this project, but the work shall be performed as described herein.

B. There is no separate bid item for items and work listed within this specification. Payment shall be included in the contract price.

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SECTION 017400

CLEANING AND RESTORATIONS

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. Contractor shall provide all equipment, labor & materials required to clear the site of all debris to match the natural grade conditions. Backfill shall be provided as required to provide positive drainage from any disturbed areas so that there is no ponding water on the site. All disturbed areas shall be seeded to establish vegetation and prevent erosion.

B. Maintain premises and public properties free from accumulations of waste, debris and rubbish caused by work operations.

C. At completion of work, remove waste materials, rubbish, tools, equipment, machinery and surplus materials; clean all sight exposed surfaces; leave project clean and ready for occupancy.

D. At completion of work, restore or replace, when and as directed by the Engineer, any public or private property disturbed or damaged by Contractor's work operations to a condition at least equal to that existing prior to beginning work, or as otherwise specified. Materials, equipment and methods shall be approved by the Engineer.

2.01 MATERIALS

A. For restorations all materials shall comply with the following Articles of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation Standard Specifications latest revision and these specifications.

B. Grass restorations: See Sections 802, “Topsoil Furnished and Placed”, Section 804 “Seeding and Soil Supplements”, and Section 809 “Sodding”.

C. Pavement restorations: See Section 409 "Superpave Asphalt".

D. Restoration of curbs and other concrete structures:

1. Concrete:

a. Shall conform to Section 704, “Cement Concrete”

b. Compressive Strength: 4,000 psi at 28 days.

c. Air-entrainment shall be 6.0% +/- 1.5%.

2. Joint Fillers: Section 705.4.

3. Curing Compound: Section 711.2.

E. Driveway Restoration: Driveway Aprons shall be replaced in kind with Portland Cement Concrete, Bituminous Concrete or 3/4 inch stone. Dirt driveway aprons are to be upgraded to stone.

F. All other Materials: As approved by the Engineer or authorities having jurisdiction.

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3.01 METHODS OF CONDUCTING WORK – CLEANING

A. Requirements of regulatory agencies:

All excess material shall be removed from the site and disposed of by the Contractor at his expense.

Cost to be included in the Base Bid for the Project. The disposal site shall be in permanently established licensed landfills.

B. Cleaning during construction:

Provide periodic cleaning to keep the work, the site, and adjacent properties free from accumulations of waste materials, rubbish and windblown debris resulting from construction operations.

The Contractor is responsible for street sweeping as directed by the Engineer or Owner. The Contractor shall keep all public roadways free of dirt and debris from any trucks entering or leaving the demolition site.

Provide on-site containers for the collection of waste materials, debris and rubbish. Maintain containers as required.

C. Dust Control:

The Contractor will be required to maintain all excavations, embankments, stockpiles, haul roads, permanent access roads, plant sites, waste areas, borrow areas, and all other work areas within or without the project boundaries free from dust which would cause a hazard or nuisance to others.

Approved temporary methods of stabilization consisting of sprinkling, chemical treatment, light bituminous treatment or similar methods will be permitted to control dust. Sprinkling, to be approved, must be repeated at such intervals as to keep all parts of the disturbed area at least damp at all times, and the Contractor must have sufficient competent equipment on the job to accomplish this if sprinkling is used. Dust control shall be performed as the work proceeds and whenever a dust nuisance or hazard occurs. If any dust control is not done within twenty-four (24) hours after written notice is given by the Engineer, the work may be done by Owner and charged to the Contractor.

3.02 METHODS OF CONDUCTING WORK - RESTORATIONS

A. General: All existing structures, unpaved areas and paved areas disturbed or damaged during the work under this contract shall be restored or replaced to a condition at least equal to that existing prior to beginning work, or as otherwise specified. The methods of conducting this work shall, as a minimum, conform to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation Standard Specifications, latest revision.

B. Pavement Restorations:

See Section 802 “Topsoil Furnished and Placed”, and Section 804 “Seeding and Soil Supplements”, and Section 809 “Sodding”.

C. Restorations of Curbs and Other Concrete Structures:

Restoration type and thickness shall be as shown on the Contract Drawings or as otherwise directed.

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D. Fence Restorations:

Contractor shall remove all concrete from existing fence posts and appurtenances before reinstalling fence in kind.

E. All Other Restorations:

Restore in accordance with applicable Sections of the Standard Specifications, or as approved by the Engineer or authorities having jurisdiction.

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SECTION 017810

RECORD DOCUMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 Summary

A. This section consists of the requirements for preparing and delivering record documents.

B. This section describes only the minimum requirements for record documents. Other contract sections may impose additional requirements on record drawings and documents and the more stringent requirements must be followed.

1.02 Definitions

A. Record Documents. Record documents consist of the collective plans, details, forms, and other documents which have been annotated to describe the actual location of constructed improvements.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 Record Plans

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining accurate records of all improvements as the project progresses.

B. All elevations, angles, and measurements used for record documents shall be obtained by the Contractor according to the standard practices of the surveying profession.

C. All elevations used for record documents shall be based on the project benchmarks designated on the project plans. If all project benchmarks have been compromised or removed, then the Contractor shall notify the Engineer to establish an acceptable benchmark.

D. Record Document Tolerances.

1. Measured horizontal (±0.10 feet) and vertical (±0.05 feet) locations of underground utilities and appurtenances, referenced to permanent surface improvements.

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2. Measured locations of internal utilities and appurtenances concealed in construction, referenced to visible and accessible features of the Work.

3. Field changes of dimension and detail.

E. Record Document Formatting.

1. PDF. Record documents may be developed electronically using a PDF of the original project plans overlaid with as-built information. Record information must be clearly and accurately depicted in red. The Contractor shall provide (1) electronic copy and (1) hard copy to the Engineer.

2. CAD. Record Documents may be developed using computer automated drafting (CAD) software. Upon request, the Engineer may provide the Contractor with design CAD files for the purpose of developing record drawings. Record information must be placed on a separate layer within the CAD model. The Contractor shall provide (1) electronic copy and (1) hard copy to the Engineer.

3.02 Record Details or Shop Drawings

A. The Contractor shall provide accurate record details and/or shop drawings to describe any work that was not completed according to the details shown on either the project plans or in referenced standards.

3.03 Piped Underground Utilities (e.g. storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water, gas)

A. Actual size, type and length of each pipe segment.

B. Actual size and type of each fitting, bend, and valve. Information shall include the type of each valve or fitting and the degree of each bend.

C. Actual invert elevations at each structure (including invert elevations in and out), actual invert elevations at each bend, actual grate and/or rim elevations, and high and low points. In general, the Contractor shall verify each design elevation shown on the project plans and indicate on the record plan any actual elevation which deviates from the corresponding design elevation.

D. At each fitting, bend, and valve, horizontal dimensions shall be provided to three permanent surface features.

3.04 Electrical/Communication

A. Actual size, type, and depth of each conduit, duct bank, or cable, including empty conduits or duct banks, as well as the location of any hand holes, pull boxes, or junction boxes.

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3.05 Curb Ramps

A. The requirements for recording distances, slopes, and cross-slopes for curb ramps are based on requirements from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation or the local municipality, depending on whether or not a curb ramp is located within a State Right-of-Way. The requirements for recording actual curb ramp measurements are separate and distinct from the construction requirements for curb ramps (see applicable construction details and specifications for the construction of curb ramps).

B. State Right-of-Way: The Contractor shall provide all actual measured distances, slopes, and cross-slopes at all points of interest on newly constructed curb ramps, as necessary to complete curb ramp inspection forms and verification for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The measurements and slopes shall be taken at each of the locations shown on the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation curb ramp inspection form for each individual curb ramp, and may include taking measurements and slopes on the surrounding sidewalk areas and on the cartway surface.

C. Local Right-of-Way: The Contractor shall provide actual measured distances, slopes, and cross-slopes for all curb ramp surfaces, including the ramp, side flares and turning spaces.

3.06 Building Construction

A. Actual installation shall be indicated with all installed items clearly identified.

Location of installed items and any deviations from contract documents shall be so shown with boxes around the actual numbers or labels.

B. Actual finished floor elevation.

3.07 Record Documents Verification

A. After record drawings and documents have been delivered to the Engineer, the Owner or the Engineer may make a written request to the Contractor for verification of any aspect of the record drawings and documents.

B. Upon receipt of a written request for verification of any aspect of the record documents, the Contractor shall take measurements, take photographs, and create field sketches, as may be required by the Owner, to verify the record drawings. This work may include digging test pits and making necessary restorations.

C. If the Contractor fails to complete record document verification to the satisfaction of the Owner or within a timely manner, then the Owner may direct the Engineer or an independent third party to perform record drawing verification work. The costs associated with record drawing verification work may be deducted from payment for other work completed by the Contractor.

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PART 4 - QUANTITY AND PAYMENT

A. Quantity for items listed in this specification will not be measured for this project, but the work shall be performed as described herein.

B. There is no separate bid item for items and work listed within this specification. Payment shall be included in the contract price.

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SECTION 022700

TEMPORARY SOIL EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL MEASURES

A. This work shall consist of temporary control measures ordered by the Engineer during the life of the contract and as shown on plans, to control erosion and sediment through use of berms, dikes, dams, sediment basins, fiber mats, netting, gravel, mulches, grasses and other erosion control devices or methods.

B. The primary objective of this specification is to control soil erosion to the maximum extent practicable commensurate with reasonable and economical construction practices.

C. The temporary control provisions contained herein shall be coordinated with the permanent erosion control features (grass, pavement and other restorations) specified elsewhere in the contract to the extent practical to assure economical, effective and continuous erosion control throughout the construction and post-construction period.

D. The erosion control measures described herein shall be continued until the construction is complete and final restorations installed.

E. Wherever construction exposes work which is subject to erosion, the extent of such exposure in advance of the subsequent construction shall be subject to the approval of the Engineer. Erosion control features or other work to be completed within such areas shall follow as soon after exposure as practicable.

F. All materials and methods of construction shall be in accordance with the Pennsylvania State

Standards for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control.

1.02 MATERIALS

A. Mulches may be hay, straw, fiber mats, netting, wood cellulose, corn or tobacco stalks, bark, corn cobs, wood chips, or other suitable material acceptable to the Engineer and shall be reasonably clean and free of noxious weeds and deleterious materials.

B. Grass shall be a quick growing species (such as rye grass, Italian rye grass, or cereal grasses) suitable to the area providing a temporary cover.

C. Fertilizer and soil conditioners shall be a standard commercial grade acceptable to the Engineer.

D. Requirements for silt fence:

1. Fence posts shall be spaced 8 feet center-to-center or closer. They shall extend at least 2 feet into the ground. They shall extend 2 feet above ground.

2. A filter fabric, recommended for such use by the manufacturer, shall be buried at least 6 inches deep in the ground and then shall extend 6" parallel to grade. The filter fabric shall extend at least 2 feet above the ground. Filter fabric may be fastened in place by stake or other accepted means as specified by the district office.

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3. The barrier shall be constructed so water cannot bypass the barrier around the ends.

4. Inspection shall be frequent and repair or replacement shall be made promptly as needed.

5. The barrier shall be removed when it has served its usefulness so as not to block or impede storm flow or drainage.

E. Other as specified by the Engineer.

1.03 METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION

A. Preconstruction Conference:

At the preconstruction conference or prior to the start of the applicable construction, the Contractor shall submit for acceptance his schedules for accomplishment of temporary and permanent erosion control work, as are applicable for excavation work, and any other elements of the project which may contribute to ground erosion of siltation. No work shall be started until the erosion control schedules and methods of operations have been accepted by the Engineer.

B. Construction Requirements:

1. The Engineer has the authority to limit the surface area of erodible earth material exposed by excavation and grading operations, and to direct the Contractor to provide immediate permanent or temporary pollution control measures to prevent contamination of adjacent streams, water courses, or bodies of water. Such work may involve the construction of temporary berms, dikes, dams, sediment basins, slope drains, and use of temporary mulches, mats, seeding or other control devices or methods as necessary to control erosion. Cut slopes shall be temporarily seeded and mulched as the excavation proceeds to the extent considered desirable and practicable.

2. The Contractor will be required to incorporate all permanent erosion control features to include the required pavement and grass restorations into the project at the earliest practicable times as outlined in his accepted schedule. Temporary control measures will be used to correct conditions that develop during construction that were not foreseen during the design stages that are needed prior to installation or permanent control features; or that are needed temporarily to control erosion that develops during normal construction practices, but are not associated with permanent control features on the project.

3. Where erosion is likely to be a problem, excavation and grading operations shall be so scheduled and performed that permanent erosion control features can follow immediately;

otherwise temporary erosion control measures may be required between successive construction stages.

4. In the event of conflict between these requirements and pollution control laws, rules, or regulations of other federal or state or location agencies, the more restrictive laws, rules or regulations shall apply.

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5. The Contractor will be responsible for maintaining all soil erosion and sediment control measures in an acceptable manner. All temporary measures shall be removed by the Contractor as directed by the Engineer.

1.04 QUANTITY AND PAYMENT

A. All costs for Temporary Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Measures shall be included in the overall contract price.

B. In case of repeated failures on the part of the Contractor to control erosion, pollution, and/or siltation, the Owner reserves the right to employ outside assistance or to use his own forces to provide the necessary corrective measures. Such incurred costs will be charged to the Contractor.

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SECTION 024100

BUILDING DEMOLITION

A. The existing structures to be demolished, in general, consist of the following:

1. Removal of the existing exterior stair. This includes the removal of all existing concrete footings.

2. Removal of the existing temporary timber floor supports in the basement area.

3. Removal of the existing pea-gravel foundation walls as shown on the Plans.

B. Adjacent areas required to remain shall be left in a safe condition, and shall not be defaced, marred, or jeopardized in any way and any damage done to them shall be repaired or restored to the satisfaction of the Engineer, without additional compensation.

C. Contractor shall remove all equipment and excess materials during the process of demolition.

This material shall be disposed of by the Contractor at his expense.

D. The Contractor shall employ all possible methods to minimize the noise. All construction equipment powered by internal combustion engines shall be equipped with a properly maintained muffler. Air powered equipment shall be fitted with pneumatic exhaust silencers.

Equipment powered by an internal combustion shall not be operated within 150 feet of residential properties without portable noise barriers placed between the equipment and the noise sensitive sites.

E. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) regulates the management

(storage, transportation, and disposal) of the material (debris) generated from the removal of lead-based painted building materials. Based on the age of the subject building, and since the subject building is proposed for demolition, LBP shall be considered an environmental concern.

Therefore, the contractor shall be a qualified, Pennsylvania-licensed contractor familiar with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations and experienced with performing building demolition work in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.62 and with appropriate sections of the Pennsylvania Code, Chapter 203 issued under section 4 of the Lead Certification Act (35 P. S. § 5904); and section 1002 of the Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (42 U.S.C.A. § 4851), for all areas containing LBP, which will be impacted by renovation and/or demolition activities. The Contractor's personnel shall possess lead awareness training certification meeting the requirements of the USEPA under 40 CFR, Part 745, and the PADEP Lead-Based-Paint Occupations Licensing requirements.

F. All areas with possible asbestos containing materials (ACM), that will be disturbed during the demolition activities shall be properly removed, hauled, and disposed by a Pennsylvania-licensed asbestos abatement contractor in a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility. Removal of ACM shall be performed in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and local regulations, including Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.1001 and 1926.1101, the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) regulations (40 CFR, Part 61, Subparts A and M). Removal of presumed ACM shall be performed by a Pennsylvania-licensed asbestos abatement contractor in accordance with applicable sections of

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the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Asbestos Occupations Accreditation and Certification Act, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) of 1986 (Public Law 99-519, 15 U.S.C. § 2641 et seq.) and those established for certain occupations by the EPA under the NESHAP regulations (Title 40 CFR, Part 61, Subpart M).

1.02 PERMITS

A. Contractor is responsible to complete and file all required Uniform Construction Code and

Township demolition permit applications, if required. No demolition work shall commence without a permit being issued.

2.01 EXECUTION

A. Inspection:

Verify that areas of demolition work are unoccupied.

2.02 PREPARATION

A. Prior to…