2.0 Specifications.pdf

PGC-082-25-01

PENNSYLVANIA GAME COMMISSION

DEMOLITION OF EXISTING HOUSE

SGL 082

Southwest Region

Northampton Township

Somerset County

Table of Contents

Bid Notice (Provided Separately with Solicitation)

Terms and Conditions (Provided Separately with Solicitation)

Project Specifications 2 Pages

Reciprocal Limitations Act 4 Pages

Workers Compensation Form 1 Page

Public Works Employment Verification 1 Page

Technical Specifications 25 Pages

Drawings 1 Page (Separate Attachment)

HOUSE DEMLOTION SGL 082

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall comply with the Contract Terms and Conditions provided with the Bid

Documents including but not limited to the following:

WORKMANSHIP - All Work shall be performed in a Workmanlike manner and all materials and labor shall be in strict and entire conformity with the Drawings and Specifications.

INSPECTION AND CHANGES - All Work is subject to inspection and acceptance by the

Pennsylvania Game Commission. Any Work rejected as defective or unsuitable shall be removed and replaced with suitable work and materials at the sole cost of the Contractor to the complete satisfaction of the Game Commission.

Changes shall be in accordance with the Contract Terms and Conditions.

TEMPORARY SERVICES AND JOB CONDITIONS - The Contractor shall be responsible for providing any and all temporary facilities necessary to execute and protect the Work. The

Contractor shall accept all conditions as found upon examination of the site and shall coordinate, plan, and execute the Work accordingly. The Contractor shall cooperate in the arrangements of the Work as necessary to least affect the administration or operations of existing buildings, facilities, and infrastructure. The Contractor shall always keep the Work site clean.

PREVAILING WAGE – Prevailing minimum wages do not apply to this project. See Contract

Terms and Conditions.

PAYMENT TERMS - A schedule of values is provided with the bid. Payment will be made monthly upon satisfactory completion of items listed on the Schedule of Values and in accordance with the Contract Terms and Conditions.

INVOICING – All Project invoices shall be submitted directly to:

Angela Lindgren

Pennsylvania Game Commission

2001 Elmerton Avenue

Harrisburg, PA 17110

Office: 717-787-4250, ext. 73620

Email: alindgren@pa.gov

All invoices must be submitted in black and white with no color and shaded areas. Invoices must include the Purchase Order Number, Contractor’s SAP Vendor Number, and the Contractor’s name and address as listed on the Purchase Order. Payment items on invoices shall match the items on the Purchase Order. Failure to submit invoices that meet these requirements will result in a delay of payment.

Please Note: Vendors are reminded NOT to include employer identification numbers, Social Security

Numbers, bank account information, or other personally identifiable information on their invoices. That

HOUSE DEMLOTION SGL 082

information is uniquely tied to your SAP Vendor Number and, for security purposes, should not be explicitly stated on an invoice.

CONTRACT TERM - The Contract shall commence upon delivery of Purchase Order to

Contractor (estimated to be October 2025) and shall terminate on June 30, 2026. Contract time is of the essence of the Project. All Work must be completed and accepted by this date.

EXCISE TAXES, PENNSYLVANIA SALES TAX - The Commonwealth is exempt from all

Excise Taxes. See Contract Terms and Conditions.

PERFORMANCE SECURITY / CONTRACT BONDS – Within 10 days after award of the purchase order, the Bidder to whom the Contract is awarded, shall provide Contract Performance

Security and a Payment Bond in a form acceptable to the Commonwealth for the amounts listed below and in accordance with the Contract Terms and Conditions.

A Performance Bond at 50 percent (50%) of the contract amount, conditioned upon the faithful performance of the contract in accordance with the plans, specifications and conditions of the contract.

ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS -

Contractor shall comply with the conditions listed below in accordance with the Contract Terms and Conditions:

1. Steel Products Procurement Act

2. Prohibition Against the Use of Certain Steel and Aluminum Products (Trade

Practices Act)

3. Reciprocal Limitations Act - The form GSPUR89 (Reciprocal Limitations Act

Requirements) is attached. The Contractor shall complete the applicable portions of pages 3 and 4 of the form and submit the completed pages within two days after the bid opening.

4. Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form - The form is attached. The

Contractor shall complete the certification on the bottom of the form and submit it within two days after the bid opening.

5. Public Works Employment Verification Form - The form is attached. The

Contractor shall complete the form and submit it within two days after the bid opening.

Department of General Services GSPUR-89 Rev. 11/06/12

RECIPROCAL LIMITATIONS ACT

REQUIREMENTS

Please Complete Applicable Portion of Pages 3 & 4 and Return with Bid.

NOTE: These Requirements Do Not Apply To Bids Under $10,000.00

I. REQUIREMENTS

A. The Reciprocal Limitations Act requires the Commonwealth to give preference to those bidders offering supplies produced, manufactured, mined or grown in Pennsylvania as against those bidders offering supplies produced, manufactured, mined or grown in any state that gives or requires a preference to supplies produced, manufactured, mined or grown in that state. The amount of the preference shall be equal to the amount of the preference applied by the other state for that particular supply.

The following is a list of states which have been found by the Department of General Services to have applied a preference for in-state supplies and the amount of the preference:

STATE PREFERENCE

1. Alaska 7% (applies only to timber, lumber, and manufactured lumber products originating in the state)

2. Arizona 5% (construction materials produced or manufactured in the state only)

3. Hawaii 10%

4. Illinois 10% for coal only

5. Iowa 5% for coal only

6. Louisiana 4% meat and meat products 4% catfish 10% milk & dairy products 10% steel rolled in Louisiana 7% all other products

7. Montana 5% for residents *

3% for non-residents* *offering in-state goods, supplies, equipment and materials

8. New Mexico 5%

9. New York 3% for purchase of food only

10. Oklahoma 5%

11. Virginia 4% for coal only

12. Washington 5% (fuels mined or produced in the state only)

13. Wyoming 5%

B. The Reciprocal Limitations Act requires the Commonwealth to give preference to those bidders offering printing performed in Pennsylvania as against those bidders offering printing performed in any state that gives or requires a preference to printing performed in that state. The amount of the preference shall be equal to the amount of the preference applied by the other state for that particular category of printing.

The following is a list of states which have been found by the Department of General Services to have applied a preference for in-state printing and the amount of the preference:

STATE PREFERENCE

1. Hawaii 15%

2. Idaho 10%

3. Louisiana 3%

4. Montana 8%

5. New Mexico 5%

6. Wyoming 10%

C. The Reciprocal Limitations Act, also requires the Commonwealth to give resident bidders a preference against a nonresident bidder from any state that gives or requires a preference to bidders from that state or exclude bidders from states that exclude nonresident bidders. The amount of the preference shall be equal to the amount of the preference applied by the state of the nonresident bidder. The following is a list of the states which have been found by the Department of General Services to have applied a preference for in-state bidders and the amount of the preference:

STATE PREFERENCE

1. Alaska 5% (supplies only)

2. Arizona 5% (construction materials from Arizona resident dealers only)

3. California 5% (for supply contracts only in excess of $100,000.00)

4. Connecticut 10% (for supplies only)

5. Montana 3%

6. New Mexico 5% (for supplies only)

7. South Carolina 2% (under $2,500,000.00) 1% (over $2,500,000.00)

This preference does not apply to construction contracts nor where the price of a single unit exceeds $10,000.

8. West Virginia 2.5% (for the construction, repair or improvement of any buildings

9. Wyoming 5%

STATE PROHIBITION

1. New Jersey For supply procurements or construction projects restricted to Department of General

Services Certified Small Businesses, New Jersey bidders shall be excluded from award even if they themselves are Department of General Services Certified Small Businesses.

D. The Reciprocal Limitations Act also requires the Commonwealth not to specify, use or purchase supplies which are produced, manufactured, mined or grown in any state that prohibits the specification for, use, or purchase of such items in or on its public buildings or other works, when such items are not produced, manufactured, mined or grown in such state. The following is a list of the states which have been found by the Department of General Services to have prohibited the use of out-of-state supplies:

STATE PROHIBITION

1. Alabama Only for printing and binding involving ”messages of the Governor to the Legislature“, all bills, documents and reports ordered by and for the use of the Legislature or either house thereof while in session; all blanks, circulars, notices and forms used in the office of or ordered by the Governor, or by any state official, board, commission, bureau or department, or by the clerks of the supreme court . . ./and other appellate courts/; and all blanks and forms ordered by and for the use of the Senate and Clerk or the House of Representatives, and binding the original records and opinions of the Supreme Court . . .

/and other appellate courts/

2. Georgia Forest products only

3. Indiana Coal

4. Michigan Printing

5. New Mexico Construction

6. Ohio Only for House and Senate bills, general and local laws, and joint resolutions; the journals and bulletins of the Senate and house of Representatives and reports, communications, and other documents which form part of the journals; reports, communications, and other documents ordered by the General Assembly, or either House, or by the executive department or elective state officers; blanks, circulars, and other work for the use of the executive departments, and elective state officers; and opinions of the Attorney General.

7. Rhode Island Only for food for state institutions.

*If the bid discloses that the bidder is offering to supply one of the above-listed products that is manufactured, mined, or grown in the listed state, it shall be rejected. Contractors are prohibited from supplying these items from these states.

II. CALCULATION OF PREFERENCE

In calculating the preference, the amount of a bid submitted by a Pennsylvania bidder shall be reduced by the percentage preference which would be given to a nonresident bidder by its state of residency (as found by the Department of General Services in Paragraph C above). Similarly, the amount of a bid offering Pennsylvania goods, supplies, equipment or materials shall be reduced by the percentage preference which would be given to another bidder by the state where the goods, supplies, equipment or materials are produced, manufactured, mined or grown (as found by the Department of General Services in Paragraphs A and B above).

THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED WITH THE BID

III. STATE OF MANUFACTURE

All bidders must complete the following chart by listing the name of the manufacturer and the state (or foreign country) of manufacture for each item. If the item is domestically produced, the bidder must indicate the state in the United States where the item will be manufactured. This chart must be completed and submitted with the bid or no later than two (2) business days after notification from the Issuing Office to furnish the information. Failure to complete this chart and provide the required information prior to the expiration of the second business day after notification shall result in the rejection of the bid.

ITEM NUMBER NAME OF MANUFACTURER

STATE

(OR FOREIGNCOUNTRY)

OF MANUFACTURE

IV. BIDDER’S RESIDENCY

A. In determining whether the bidder is a nonresident bidder from a state that gives or requires a preference to bidders from that state, the address given on the first page of this invitation to bid shall be used by the Commonwealth. If that address is incorrect, or if no address is given, the correct address should be provided in the space below:

Correct Address:

B. In order to claim the preference provided under Section I.B., Pennsylvania resident bidders must complete the following or have such information on file with the Issuing Office:

1. Address of bidder’s bona fide establishment in Pennsylvania at which it was transacting business on the date when bids for this contract/requisition were first solicited:

2. a. If the bidder is a corporation:

(1) The corporation is or is not incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of

Pennsylvania.

(a) If the bidder is incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, provide date of incorporation:

(b) If the bidder is not incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, it must have a certificate of authority to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania from the Pennsylvania Department of State as required by the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law (15 P.S. §2001). Provide date of issuance of certificate of authority:

(2) The corporation is or is not conducting business in Pennsylvania under an assumed or fictitious name. If the bidder is conducting business under an assumed or fictitious name, it must register the fictitious name with the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the office of the prothonotary of the county wherein the registered office of such corporation is located as required by the Fictitious Corporate Name Act, as amended 15 P.S. §51 et seq. Corporate bidders conducting business under an assumed or fictitious name must provide date of registry of the assumed or fictitious name: b. If the bidder is a partnership:

(1) The partnership is or is not conducting business in Pennsylvania under an assumed or fictitious name. If the bidder is conducting business under an assumed or fictitious name, it must file with the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the office of the prothonotary the county wherein the principal place of business is located as required by the Fictitious Name

Act of May 24, 1945, P.L. 967, as amended 54 P.S. §28.1. Partnerships conducting business under an assumed or fictitious name must provide the date of filing of the assumed or fictitious name with the Secretary of the Commonwealth:

(2) The partnership is or is not a limited partnership formed under the laws of any jurisdiction other than the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. If the bidder is an Out-of-state limited partnership, it must register with the Pennsylvania Department of State as required by the Act of July 10, 1981, P.L. 237, as amended, 59 Pa. C.S.A. §503. Out-of-state limited partnerships must provide the date of registry with the Pennsylvania Department of State:

c. If the bidder is an individual:

He or she X is or is not conducting business under an assumed or fictitious name. If the bidder is conducting business under an assumed or fictitious name, he or she must file with the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the office of the prothonotary in the county wherein the principal place of business is located as required by the Fictitious Name Act of May 24, 1945, P.L. 967, as amended, 54 P.S. §28.1. Individuals conducting business under an assumed or fictitious name must provide the date of filing of the assumed or fictitious name with the Secretary of the Commonwealth:

WORKER PROTECTION AND INVESTMENT CERTIFICATION FORM

A. Pursuant to Executive Order 2021-06, Worker Protection and Investment (October 21, 2021), the

Commonwealth is responsible for ensuring that every worker in Pennsylvania has a safe and healthy work environment and the protections afforded them through labor laws. To that end, contractors and grantees of the Commonwealth must certify that they are in compliance with Pennsylvania’s Unemployment

Compensation Law, Workers’ Compensation Law, and all applicable Pennsylvania state labor and workforce safety laws including, but not limited to:

1. Construction Workplace Misclassification Act

2. Employment of Minors Child Labor Act

3. Minimum Wage Act

4. Prevailing Wage Act

5. Equal Pay Law

6. Employer to Pay Employment Medical Examination Fee Act

7. Seasonal Farm Labor Act

8. Wage Payment and Collection Law

9. Industrial Homework Law

10. Construction Industry Employee Verification Act

11. Act 102: Prohibition on Excessive Overtime in Healthcare

12. Apprenticeship and Training Act

13. Inspection of Employment Records Law

B. Pennsylvania law establishes penalties for providing false certifications, including contract termination; and three-year ineligibility to bid on contracts under 62 Pa. C.S. § 531 (Debarment or suspension).

CERTIFICATION

I, the official named below, certify I am duly authorized to execute this certification on behalf of the contractor/grantee identified below, and certify that the contractor/grantee identified below is compliant with applicable Pennsylvania state labor and workplace safety laws, including, but not limited to, those listed in

Paragraph A, above. I understand that I must report any change in the contractor/grantee’s compliance status to the Purchasing Agency immediately. I further confirm and understand that this Certification is subject to the provisions and penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. § 4904 (Unsworn falsification to authorities).

Signature Date

Name (Printed)

Title of Certifying Official (Printed)

Contractor/Grantee Name (Printed)

BOP-2201

Published: 02/07/2022

Street Address 2

City State Zip Code

Doing Business As:

(if different from Legal Name)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Public Works Employment Verification Form

Complete and return the form to the contracting Public Body prior to the award of the contract.

Company Legal Name: ___________________________________________________________

Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________

Check one: Contractor Subcontractor

Contracting Public Body: _________________________________________________________

Contract/Project Number: ________________________________________________________

Project Description: _____________________________________________________________

Project Location: _______________________________________________________________

Date Enrolled in E-Verify (MM/DD/YYYY): ___________________________________________

As a contractor/subcontractor for the above referenced public works contract, I hereby affirm that as of today’s date, __________________________, our company is in compliance with the Public Works Employment Verification Act (‘the Act’) through utilization of the federal E-Verify Program (EVP) operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security. To the best of my/our knowledge, all employees hired are authorized to work in the United States.

It is also agreed to that all public works contractors/subcontractors will utilize the federal EVP to verify the employment eligibility of each new hire within five (5) business days of the employee start date throughout the duration of the public works contract. Documentation confirming the use of the federal EVP upon each new hire shall be maintained in the event of an investigation or audit.

I,____________________________________________, authorized representative of the company above, attest that the information contained in this verification form is true and correct and understand that the submission of false or misleading information in connection with the above verification shall be subject to sanctions provided by law.

Authorized Representative Signature Date of Signature

Printed Name: _________________________________________________________________

Phone Number: ______________________ Email: ____________________________________

Street Address 1

Project No. PGC-082-25-01

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

The following stipulations, specifications and description of Work are defined and described as

Technical Specifications, and it is understood and agreed that everything herein contained is hereby made part of the Contract. Wherever any feature of the Work is not fully set forth in these Technical Specifications and is necessary for the completion of Work, it shall be understood that the same is governed by the rules of the best prevailing practice for that class of

Work, as determined by the Pennsylvania Game Commission and its representatives.

These Technical Specifications and any drawings, maps and/or plans forming a part thereof, will cover the furnishing of all labor, equipment, tools, materials, and related items necessary to perform the Work, as required under this Contract.

Section 1 – Summary of Work

Section 2 – Building Demolition

Section 3 – Disposal of Interior Items

Section 4 – Disposal of Outdoor Items

Section 5 – Cap Well and Locate and Remove Septic

Section 6 – Seeding and Restoration

ATTACHMENTS

The following Attachments are included:

Drawings (with location map)

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SECTION 1 - SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 – SCOPE OF PROJECT

The intent of this project is to demolish and remove one (1) home on State Game Lands (SGL)

No. 082 in Northampton Township, Somerset County. The work consists of demolition of the home, disposal of the building components and debris, disposal of interior items and disposal of outdoor items. The home is on a stacked stone foundation. The home is two stories with a basement. Abandoning the water well is also included in the project and locating and removing a septic system. A moderate amount of site grading and clean-up is also required. The contractor must complete a PA One Call and locate all existing utilities. This home contains asbestos, and the contractor is responsible for filing all applicable PADEP paperwork.

1.2 – WORK AREA

SGL No. 082 is in Northampton Township, Somerset County. The project site is located at:

39.873418, -78.914139. The structure to be demolished is located on a relatively level area and is accessible by a stabilized dirt driveway. The area of disturbance is surrounded by grass and similar vegetation.

The site is owned by the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC). A location map is shown on the drawing.

1.3 – WORK HOURS

The work hours at the project site are during regular PGC business hours; Monday through

Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM. Working during different hours must have prior written approval by the PGC. Requests for different working hours must be submitted in writing three (3) days in advance.

1.4 – ACCESS TO WORK AREA

Access to the project site and staging of equipment and materials shall be coordinated with the

PGC. The Contractor shall keep access roads leading to the project sites open for use by the

PGC. The Contractor is required to repair any ruts or other damage to the access road and parking areas caused by construction equipment. The site can be accessed by Ackerman Road.

1.5 – PERMITS, LAWS, AND REGULATIONS

The Contractor shall procure and pay for all permits, licenses, inspections, conveniences, or other approvals necessary for the execution of the contract. The PGC does not know if any other permits and approvals are necessary for this project excluding the demolition permit from

Department of Labor & Industry (L&I), which was obtained July 23, 2025.

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The demolition permit from L&I is attached to this section of the Technical Specifications.

The contractor shall assist the PGC in contacting the L&I Inspector during the project to make sure required inspections take place.

The Contractor shall comply with all laws, ordinances, rules, orders, and regulations relating to the performance of the work, the protection of adjacent property, the maintaining of surface passageways, guard fences, and/or other protective facilities.

All applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, municipal ordinances and rules, and regulations of all authorities having jurisdiction over construction of the project shall apply to the contract throughout, and they shall be deemed to be included in the contract as a part, thereof, the same as though herein written out in full.

All regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Act are in effect on this contract. It will be the Contractor’s responsibility to make themself aware of all appropriate County, State and

Federal regulations that apply to this contract.

Any violations incurred from improper execution of the above provisions shall be paid for by the Contractor. Loss of time on the project for such violations will not be tolerated.

1.7 – ROAD PERMITS AND BONDING

The Contractor shall coordinate, acquire, pay for, and maintain for the duration of the project all permits or bonds required by local municipalities and/or PennDOT to utilize public roads and infrastructure for heavy hauling and related construction activities. Responsibilities shall include any pre- or post- construction inspections and related reports, if required. All costs related to permitting and bonding public roadways and infrastructure shall be included with, and incidentally to, the Bid submitted by the Contractor and will not be paid for separately.

Contract No. PGC-082-25-01

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SECTION 2 – BUILDING DEMOLITION &

ASBESTOS REMOVAL

2.1 – SCOPE

The work included in this section consists of the dismantling and disposal of the materials in the structures of the buildings at the site.

2.2 – PROCEDURE

A. General – The Contractor shall inspect the building to determine the stability of the structure and formulate a plan to demolish the structure in a safe manner.

All components of the building are to be removed from the site. Blasting or burning for demolition is not permitted and burning demolished building components or litter on-site is not permitted. The Contractor is permitted to salvage any components of the building for their own use so long as the salvage does not prolong the demolition process.

The PGC will arrange for disconnection of the utility lines from the home before the demolition project begins. The Contractor shall locate the water line and septic line. Follow and remove the lines to water well at the site. Septic and all associated lines are to be removed.

B. Demolition – Furnish all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to demolish the structures completely and remove the building components from the site. The building can be knocked down and removed or disassembled piece by piece. All building components are considered property of the

Contractor and can be salvaged and sold by the Contractor to offset the costs of the project.

C. Foundation and Floor Slab – The foundations are to be removed 24-inches below finished grade. Broken pieces of concrete may be used as fill material.

Only non-biodegradable materials are to be used as fill material.

D. Disposal – All asbestos regulations for disposal must be followed. All demolished building materials are to be removed from the site. The Contractor is encouraged to salvage and recycle any of the building materials. Building materials that cannot be salvaged or recycled shall be disposed of in an approved landfill or incinerator. The Contractor shall adhere to all

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) solid waste disposal regulations. The Contractor shall supply copies of all landfill receipts for the demolished material to verify that proper disposal procedures were followed. Receipts for materials salvaged by the Contractor are not required.

a. Asbestos Removal

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A – General – The Contractor is responsible for complying with all applicable federal, OSHA, PADEP and local regulations including, but not limited to, the

EPA/PADEP NESHAP. Notification for removal and disposal of the siding tiles. The PGC assumes no responsibility for the proper removal, handling, transportation, and disposal of the floor tiles, or follow up actions that may be required by any governmental regulatory agency. The Contractor shall verify the extent and limits of the tiles before planning for the removal of the materials.

The contractor shall prepare and submit the “Asbestos Abatement and

Demolition/Renovation Notification Form” (DEP Form 2700-FM-BAQ0021) to DEP for the project. The Contractor must provide all information for completion of sections of the PADEP form to allow for proper compliance with the regulations. Contact Angela Lindgren at 717-787-4250 ext.

73620 for Asbestos Inspector information.

B – Precautions – Workers are to be protected according to OSHA regulations. The tiles are Category II nonfriable (per NESHAP). The tiles may become friable if proper removal and disposal procedures are not followed.

When friable, the tiles must be disposed of in a landfill that accepts asbestos and be packaged according to regulations. The Contractor shall take appropriate actions so as not to contaminate the soil at the site and ensure that all floor tile debris is removed from the site.

C – Asbestos Removal – The Contractor shall use appropriate care and methods to reduce the possibility that the floor tiles become friable during the building demolition process. Provide adequate equipment and waste containers for removal and disposal of the asbestos materials.

D – Disposal – The Contractor shall transport the asbestos materials to an approved disposal facility. The Contractor shall supply copies of all receipts and records for the demolished asbestos material to verify that proper disposal procedures were followed.

E. Site Conditions – All debris, equipment and material are to be removed from the site. The

Contractor shall leave the building demolition site in a clean and natural condition. The finished grade shall match the existing site contours. Refer to Section 6 of the Technical

Specifications for requirements on seeding and site stabilization.

3.3 – MEAUSREMENT AND PAYMENT

Lump Sum.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SECTION 3 – DISPOSAL OF INTERIOR ITEMS

3.1 – SCOPE

The work included in this section consists of removing and disposing of interior items in the buildings.

3.2 – PROCEDURE

Remove and dispose of the items contained in the buildings. These items include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Mechanical Equipment (Water heater, etc.)

• Furniture

• Appliances (Refrigerator, Stove, and Microwave)

• Miscellaneous Home Items

• Window Treatments

• Light Fixtures

• Shelving

The Contractor can salvage and keep these items. If the Contractor does not want these items, all items are to be disposed of according to PADEP regulations. The Contractor is required to provide receipts to the PGC certifying that these items have been properly disposed of.

3.3 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SECTION 4 – REMOVAL OF OUTDOOR ITEMS

4.1 – SCOPE

The work included in this section consists of removal and disposal of items outside the buildings in the area surrounding the buildings.

4.2 – PROCEDURE

Remove and dispose of the items located outside the home. These items include but are not limited to the following:

• Outdoor finishes (if applicable)

• Outdoor lights

The Contractor can salvage and keep these items. If the Contractor does not want these items, all items are to be disposed of according to PADEP regulations. The Contractor is required to provide receipts to the PGC certifying that these items have been properly disposed of.

4.3 – MEAUSREMENT AND PAYMENT

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SECTION 5 – ABANDON WELL AND REMOVE

SEPTIC

5.1 – SCOPE

The work included in this section consists of disconnecting the well from the home supply lines. The well is to remain intact, but all services are to be disconnected leading to the well.

This work also includes pumping out and filling the septic tank.

5.2 – PROCEDURE

A. Well – Excavate around the well casing to expose 3-feet of the casing below the proposed finish grade. Cut the casing 2 feet below the proposed finish grade. If there is a pump, piping, and wires in the casing, remove them.

B. Septic – Locate the septic system outside the building. Pump out the septic tank and dispose of the contents according to DEP and local sewage ordinances. Remove the cover and the sides of the septic tank at least 24-inches below finished grade.

Broken concrete pieces can be used to backfill the septic tank. Fill the remainder of the septic tank with #2A coarse aggregate conforming to Section 703.2 of PennDOT

Pub.408. Sewer laterals are to be removed connecting to the tank. Compact the stone in layers not exceeding 8-inches. Provide at least 12-inches of earth cover over the compacted stone in the septic tank.

Smooth grade and seed the disturbed areas at the septic system according to Section 6 of these Technical Specifications.

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SECTION NO. 6 – SEEDING

6.1 - SCOPE

This work is securing a satisfactory stand of grass at all disturbed areas which includes preparation of the seed bed, furnishing and placing lime and fertilizer, furnishing and sowing of seed, mulching, and maintaining and tending the seeded areas. Prior to seeding, the importing of fill and topsoil is likely to be anticipated to restore the site to native appearance.

6.2 - APPLICABLE ACTS AND PUBLICATIONS

• Bulletin 15 - Approved Construction Materials, Pennsylvania Department of

Transportation.

• Pub 408. - Specifications, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

6.3 - MATERIALS

A. Seed - Use PennDOT Formula “W” seed mix conforming to Section 804.2b of Pub. 408.

Deliver premixed seed in bags or other suitable containers, each fully labeled with the name, trademark, and warranty of the producer and with the mixture type and mix formula or composition.

Do not use seed which has become wet, moldy, or otherwise damaged in transit or storage, has a mix date older than 9 months prior to seeding, or has a test date older than 6 months prior to seeding.

B. Fertilizer - Fertilizer shall conform to the applicable act specified in Section 804.2 of Pub.

408. Use dry formulation of 10-20-20-analysis.

Fertilizers shall be delivered in bags or other suitable containers, each fully labeled and bearing the name, trademark, and warranty of the producer.

C. Lime - Conform to section 804.2.(a).1 of Pub.408.

D. Mulches - Mulches shall be free from mature seedbearing stalks or roots of prohibited or noxious weeds as defined by law. Do not use mulches which are cut into lengths of less than 6 inches.

Mulches shall be either one or a combination of the following, shall contain no stems of tobacco, soybeans, or other coarse or woody materials.

(i) Straw - Either wheat or oat straw, and reasonably free of viable seeds, well-cured to less than 20 percent moisture content by weight.

(ii) Wood Fiber - Use wood fiber meeting the requirements of Section

805.2(a).1.c of Pub. 408.

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(iii) Pellet Mulch – Use pellet mulch meeting the requirements of Section

805.2(a).1. d of Pub. 408.

E. Mulch Binders - Use one of the following mulch binders in accordance with section

805.2(b) of Pub. 408: Recycled Cellulose Fiber, Wood Fiber, Nonasphaltic Emulsion, Polyvinyl Acetate, or a Mixture of Recycled Cellulose Wood Fiber and Wood Fiber.

Obtain binders from a producer listed in Bulletin 15.

F. Water - Water shall be fresh and free from injurious amounts of oil, acid, alkali, salts, or other materials harmful to the growth of grass.

6.4 - PROCEDURE

Follow the procedures specified below. The amounts of seed, lime, fertilizer, and mulch specified are the minimum acceptable. The Game Commission may, at its own expense, test the soil to determine if any modifications to the seed and soil requirements are necessary. Employ such modifications if they are deemed necessary, at no additional cost to the Game Commission, and accept full responsibility for obtaining a satisfactory stand of grass.

A. Preparation of Seed Bed by Shallow Tilling - After the areas to be seeded have been graded and approved by the Game Commission, thoroughly till the surfaces to a depth of

3 inches by raking, harrowing, or other approved means. Apply fertilizer and lime at a rate of 680 Lbs. and 4,000 Lbs. per acre respectively, and make sure that they are worked thoroughly into the soil to a depth of 3 inches and the tillage operations are sufficient to ensure that the soil conditions are satisfactory for seeding. Smooth and bring the area to grade. Immediately prior to sowing, rake the soil to a depth of 3/4 inch. Rake in a direction parallel to the contour lines on the slope, and not uphill or downhill. Remove all sticks, stones, weeds, roots, and other objectionable materials appearing on the surface. Maintain the surface in a true and even condition during sowing of seed. The seeded surface must be as smooth as the surrounding grassed area.

B. Sowing - Sow the seed mixture on a still day at a rate specified in Section 5.3A of these

Technical Specifications. Sow by hand or by approved sowing equipment in 2 applications, one-half the seed while the seeder is traveling in one direction and the other half while the seeder is traveling at right angle to the first direction. After sowing, rake, cultipack, or brush drag the surface very lightly, just deep enough to cover the seeds.

Rake only in a direction parallel to the contour lines.

You may use hydroseeding or grain drilling, provided all methods and equipment are approved by the Game Commission. In case of hydroseeding, you may apply fertilizer and limestone at the time of sowing. In case of grain drilling, you may apply fertilizer at the time of sowing, provided the fertilizer does not meet the seed. Drill only in a direction parallel to the contour lines.

Do not sow seeds on frozen or partially frozen ground.

TS-6-3

C. Mulching - After sowing is completed, spread mulch uniformly over the entire seeded area at a rate of 3 tons (dry weight) per acre. The mulch shall be moist at the time of placement.

Apply wood fiber mulch hydraulically in accordance with the manufacturer's tank-mixing instructions. Wood fiber mulch may be incorporated into the slurry after the seed and soil supplements have been thoroughly mixed. Apply wood fiber mulch at a rate of 800 Lbs. per acre unless otherwise indicated by the manufacturer.

On slopes 6:1 or flatter, apply pellet mulch by hand or using a mechanical spreader immediately after seeding, at a rate of 2,615 Lbs. per acre. Thoroughly wet pellet mulch with water without dislodging mulch.

To prevent loss or bunching by wind and to form a soil-binding mulch, anchor the moist mulch to the soil with a mulch binder. Use mulch binders at the following rates:

Recycled Cellulose Fiber - 775 Lbs./Acre

Wood Fiber - 775 Lbs./Acre

Mixture of Recycled Cellulose Fiber and Wood Fiber - 775 Lbs./Acre

Nonasphaltic Emulsion - Manufacturer's Recommended Rate

Polyvinyl Acetate - Manufacturer's Recommended Rate

On slopes where machinery cannot be used, retain the mulch in place by some suitable means which will not be detrimental to subsequent operations.

6.5 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Pre-Demolition Asbestos Inspection

PGC-082-25-01, Existing Farmhouse

Northampton Township, Somerset County

October 22, 2025

Summary

On September 25, 2025, PA Game Commission (PGC) staff, Angela Lindgren (License No.

067140), completed a pre-demolition asbestos inspection at the above location. Assessment included visual and tactile inspection of suspected asbestos containing materials (ACM), including window glazing, shingles, underlayment, and wall coatings. One suspect material, window glazing, was found to be ACM.

Assessment

Samples were submitted to EMSL Analytical, Inc. on October 2, 2025, and analyzed using

Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM). EMSL is a National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation

Program (NVLAP Lab Code 200699-0) approved laboratory. Results were compared to the

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)/U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

(U.S. EPA) definitions of asbestos (>1%). Results were provided via e-mail and are attached to this report in Appendix A. Of the materials inspected, one yielded a positive result and is ACM;

window glazing on the farmhouse.

Conclusions

Samples of window glazing collected from the farmhouse contained asbestos at concentrations of

4%. The following are present at the following quantities:

Material Quantity Location % Asbestos

Window Glazing 200 LF Farmhouse 4% Chrysotile

Recommendations

1. Asbestos abatement activities are recommended prior to any repair, renovation, or demolition activities which would disturb the matrix of confirmed or presumed asbestos containing materials. It is recommended that any asbestos activity be performed in accordance with applicable U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S.

Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP), and the Pennsylvania

Department of Labor and Industry (PA DOLI) regulatory requirements. In order to comply with these requirements, the following is recommended:

a. Written notification to PA DEP, U.S. EPA, and PA DOLI of demolition/renovation ten (10) working days prior to asbestos related activities, as required by the

National Emission Standard for Hazardous Airborne Pollutants (NESHAOS) of the Clean Air Act.

b. Development of a written Asbestos Abetment Project Design Specification, dictating abetment work practices and control measures to reduce airborne fiber concentrations and waste disposal requirements.

c. Selection of a PA DOLI licensed asbestos abetment contractor for the performance of asbestos response activities.

2. The PGC shall inform the Demolition Contractor of the presence of ACM and the

Contractor’s requirements to follow OSHA Regulations promulgated in 29 CFR

1926.1101 (e), (f), (g), (i), (k), (l), and (n). This information can be found in an OSHA

Standard Interpretation dated November 24, 2003.

3. The site is required to maintain this report indefinitely in accordance with the OSHA

Medical Recordkeeping Requirements identified in 29 CFR 1910.1020 and inform employees annually of their rights of access. If such a plan has been developed, an update based on the findings of this report to the site Operations, Maintenance and Repair Plan is recommended.

4. A copy of existing asbestos inspection reports must be provided to each contractor involved in any project impacting these materials.

Certification

The information contained in this report is believed to be accurate and true to the best knowledge of the inspector(s). Findings and recommendations for this investigation are based on the observations of the conditions, as they existed at that time. The inspector(s) and The

Pennsylvania Game Commission assumes no liability for financial or health consequences due to actions or lack of actions taken by the client as a result of this investigation.

Angela G. Lindgren

Civil Engineer General

Pennsylvania Game Commission

Appendix A:

EMSL Lab Results and Chain of Custody

OrderID: 182504871

OrderID: 182504871

EMSL Analytical, Inc.

5221 Militia Hill Road Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

Tel/Fax: (610) 828-3102 / (610) 828-3122 http://www.EMSL.com / plymouthmeetinglab@emsl.com

182504871EMSL Order:

Customer ID: PAGC75

Customer PO:

Project ID:

Attention: Phone:Angela Lindgren (717) 787-4250

Fax:Pennsylvania Game Commission

Received Date:2001 Elmerton Ave 10/07/2025 11:00 AM

Analysis Date:Harrisburg, PA 17110-9762 10/09/2025

Collected Date:

Project: SGL 082 HOUSE DEMOLITION

Test Report: Asbestos Analysis of Bulk Materials via AHERA Method 40CFR 763 Subpart E

Appendix E supplemented with EPA 600/R-93/116 using Polarized Light Microscopy

Sample Description Appearance % Fibrous % Non-Fibrous

Non-Asbestos Asbestos

% Type

1A

182504871-0001

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%White

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

FIRST FLOOR -

DRYWALL

1B-Base Coat

182504871-0002

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

FIRST FLOOR -

DRYWALL

1B-Skim Coat

182504871-0002A

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%White

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

FIRST FLOOR -

DRYWALL

1C-Base Coat

182504871-0003

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

FIRST FLOOR -

DRYWALL

1C-Skim Coat

182504871-0003A

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%White

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

FIRST FLOOR -

DRYWALL

2A

182504871-0004

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)75%Cellulose25%Black

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

SHINGLE

2B

182504871-0005

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)75%Cellulose25%Black

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

SHINGLE

2C

182504871-0006

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)70%Cellulose30%Black

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

SHINGLE

3A

182504871-0007

4% ChrysotileNon-fibrous (Other)96%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

WINDOW GLAZE

3B

182504871-0008

Positive Stop (Not Analyzed)WINDOW GLAZE

3C

182504871-0009

Positive Stop (Not Analyzed)WINDOW GLAZE

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EMSL Analytical, Inc.

5221 Militia Hill Road Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

Tel/Fax: (610) 828-3102 / (610) 828-3122 http://www.EMSL.com / plymouthmeetinglab@emsl.com

182504871EMSL Order:

Customer ID: PAGC75

Customer PO:

Project ID:

Analyst(s)

Kevin Small (3)

Tahirrah Steele (6)

Kevin Ream, Laboratory Manager or Other Approved Signatory

EMSL maintains liability limited to cost of analysis. Interpretation and use of test results are the responsibility of the client. This report relates only to the samples reported above, and may not be reproduced, except in full, without written approval by EMSL. EMSL bears no responsibility for sample collection activities or analytical method limitations. The report reflects the samples as received.

Results are generated from the field sampling data (sampling volumes and areas, locations, etc.) provided by the client on the Chain of Custody. Samples are within quality control criteria and met method specifications unless otherwise noted. The above analyses were performed in general compliance with Appendix E to Subpart E of 40 CFR (previously EPA 600/M4-82-020 “Interim Method”) but augmented with procedures outlined in the 1993 (”final”) version of the method. This report must not be used by the client to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by NVLAP, NIST or any agency of the federal government. Non-friable organically bound materials present a problem matrix and therefore EMSL recommends gravimetric reduction prior to analysis. Unless requested by the client, building materials manufactured with multiple layers (i.e. linoleum, wallboard, etc.) are reported as a single sample. Estimation of uncertainty is available on request.

Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Plymouth Meeting, PA NVLAP Lab Code 200699-0, Philadelphia ALL-292, VA 3333000315, AIHA LAP, LLC-IHLAP Accredited #178659

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