2021 Hyder Fish Creek Specs.pdf

GAOA Fish Crk Wildlife Observation Site & Titan Trl Maint: Boardwalk Const 2021-03-08

SITE ACCESS, USE AND STORAGE 01 14 13 - 1

SECTION 01 14 13 – SITE ACCESS, USE AND STORAGE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACTOR USE OF PROJECT SITE

A. The Contractor’s use of the project site shall include construction operations and storage of materials, only within the limit of work identified on the Drawings or as approved by the COR.

B. No instream work is allowed (Fish Creek and Marx Creek).

C. No dogs or other pets are allowed at the project site at any time, due to bear activity and Government regulations.

D. The Contractor shall secure the site from public use during all staging and construction operations. No public access to be allowed. It is the Contractors responsibility to secure the site, without impacting the natural movement of bears in the area due to perimeter fencing or other barriers. Provide to the CO for approval all methods and materials for securing the project site from the public prior to installation.

E. Between July 1– August 30, during the “peak season” for visitor and wildlife use, construction work along the boardwalk and existing parking area involving heavy equipment, generators, excessively loud noise (as determined by the COR), and other activities that interfere with public access to the site and bear populations will not be allowed. Contractor shall secure the site to allow public access during this period as described in part 1.1.F and 1.1.G below.

F. The Contractor shall secure the site during seasonal (October 30- May 1) shut down and during the peak season shutdown (July 1– August 30). Obtain CO approval of site conditions, securing of site, and allowed visitor access prior to Contractor leaving the site including any other periods when the Contractor leaves the site for more than a week (7 days) period. Before leaving the project area, remove from the work area and premises, other than the storage and staging area indicated on the drawings, any rubbish, tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government.

Leave the work area in a clean, neat, and orderly condition satisfactory to the CO.

G. The Contractor may use the parking areas at the Fish Creek site for material storage and staging for the duration of the contract. Five parking spaces and vehicle access to the dike road must remain available for government use. During periods of shutdown the Contractor may use a portion of the parking areas at the Fish Creek site for material storage and staging, as shown on the drawings. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for damage to or loss of materials stored at the project site.

H. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to secure the site, materials, tools, equipment, and the work when not on site.

I. Do not stockpile materials or store equipment in areas outside of the storage and staging areas.

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J. Replace petroleum-based hydraulic fluid in all heavy equipment and bar oil in chainsaws with vegetable-based oil (biobased oil) to protect water quality while working adjacent to the stream channel. (BMPs 12.8; 12.9; National BMP AqEco-2).

K. Refuel all gas powered equipment a distance of at least 150 feet from waterbodies.

(BMP 12.8; 12.9; National BMP Road-10).

L. The Contractor shall limit the storage of hazardous materials on the Project site.

Protect hazardous materials from spills and potential impacts by wildlife. Do not store materials within sensitive areas or areas to be protected. Consult the Materials Safety Data Sheet and product label for information on use, hazards, and safe handling procedures for chemical products under consideration for use. Store chemicals/hazardous materials away from waterbodies (National BMP Chem-1; Chem- 3; Road-10). Meet the requirements of 40 CFR 112 (Oil Pollution Prevention) for fuel storage. Meet the requirements of 33 CFR 150 and 33 CFR 154 for facilities transferring oil or hazardous materials in bulk.

M. The Contractor shall make its own arrangements for any off-site storage or shop areas necessary for the proper execution of the Work. Should the Contractor find it necessary to use any additional land for staging or storing equipment or materials for other purposes during the construction of the Work, it shall provide for the use of such lands at its own expense and approval of land manager. The use of off-site storage or shop areas does not include National Forest lands beyond those identified as the Project area.

N. Upon completion of construction and clean-up and removal of materials, equipment and related items from the area, the CO will inspect all work, storage and staging areas. Restore all areas to the satisfaction of the CO prior to demobilization.

1.2 GOVERNMENT USE OF THE PROJECT SITE

A. The Government may utilize all or part of the project site during the entire period of construction for research and monitoring of bear activities. Other agencies may also utilize the site for similar use. The Government may also utilize part of the project site for maintenance activities including replacement of boardwalk handrails and replacement of boardwalk pickets. The Contractor shall cooperate and coordinate with the Government to facilitate Government access and to minimize interference with the Contractor’s operation at the same time. In any event, the Government shall be allowed access to the project site during the period of construction.

1.3 WORK BY OTHERS IN THE AREA

A. The Contractor’s attention is directed to the fact that Work may be conducted near the site by other Contractors during the performance of the Work under this Contract. The Contractor shall conduct its operations so as to cause a minimum of interference with the Work of such other Contractors, and shall cooperate fully with such Contractors to provide continued safe access to their respective portions of the site, as required to perform Work under their respective contracts.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01 14 13

SUBMITTALS 01 33 00 - 1

SECTION 01 33 00 – SUBMITTALS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. Wherever submittals are required hereunder, all such submittals by the Contractor shall be submitted to the CO.

B. Within 14 days after the date of Notice to Proceed as stated in the Notice to Award, the Contractor shall submit the following items to the CO for review:

1. A preliminary schedule of Shop Drawings, Samples, and proposed Substitutes or “Or-Equal” submittals.

2. A complete progress schedule for all phases of the Project.

3. All required Material Safety Data Sheets.

4. A plan for temporary erosion control and pollution control, as required.

5. A letter designating the Contractor's Project Manager, defining that person’s responsibility and authority.

C. Within 30 days or deemed acceptable duration by Contractor and CO, after the date of commencement as stated in the Notice to Award, the Contractor shall submit the following items to the CO for review:

1. Shop Drawings as indicated in the specifications. These include, but are not limited to:

a. Concrete Mix Design

b. Off-site produced material submittals

D. No payments shall be made to the Contractor until all these items are submitted in their entirety, as determined by the CO.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Wherever called for in the Contract Documents, or where required by the CO, the Contractor shall furnish to the CO, for review, one digital copy of each submittal as a pdf.

B. The term "Shop Drawings" as used herein shall be understood to include detail design calculations, shop drawings, fabrication, and installation drawings, erection drawings, lists, graphs, operating instructions, catalog sheets, data sheets, and similar items.

C. All Shop Drawing submittals shall be accompanied by the Contractor's standard submittal transmittal form. Any submittal not accompanied by such a form, or where all applicable items on the form are not completed, will be returned for re-submittal.

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D. Normally, a separate transmittal form shall be used for each specific item or class of material or equipment for which a submittal is required. Transmittal of a submittal of various items using a single transmittal form will be permitted only when the items taken together constitute a manufacturer's “package” or are so functionally related that expediency indicates review of the group or package as a whole. A multiple-page submittal shall be collated into sets, and each set shall be stapled or bound, as appropriate, prior to transmittal to the CO.

E. Except as may otherwise be provided herein, the CO will respond and return one digital copy of each submittal to the Contractor within 14 calendar days following their receipt by the CO. It is considered reasonable that the Contractor shall make a complete and acceptable second re-submittal to the CO if the initial submittal is rejected or deemed unacceptable. The Government reserves the right to withhold monies due the Contractor to cover additional costs of the CO review beyond the second submittal. The CO's maximum review period for each submittal including all re-submittals will be 14 days per submission. In other words, for a submittal that requires 2 re-submittals before it is complete, the maximum review period for that submittal could be 42 days.

F. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN," formal revision and re-submission of said submittal will not be required.

G. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED," formal revision and re-submission of said submittal will not be required.

H. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "AMEND-RESUBMIT," the Contractor shall revise said submittal and shall resubmit the required number of copies of said revised submittal to the CO.

I. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "REJECTED-RESUBMIT," the Contractor shall revise said submittal and shall resubmit the required number of copies of said revised submittal to the CO.

J. Fabrication of an item may be commenced only after the CO has reviewed the pertinent submittal and returned copies to the Contractor marked either "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN" or "MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED." Corrections indicated on submittal shall be considered as changes necessary to meet the requirements of the Contract Documents and shall not be taken as the basis for changes to the Contract requirements. Only a modification signed by the CO can alter the contract price, time, or requirements.

K. All Contractor submittals shall be carefully reviewed by an authorized representative of the Contractor, prior to submission to the CO. Each submittal shall be dated, signed, and certified by the Contractor, as being correct and in strict conformance with the Contract Documents. In the case of shop drawings, each sheet shall be so dated, signed, and certified. No consideration for review by the CO of any Contractor submittal will be made for any items which have not been so certified by the Contractor. All non-certified submittals will be returned to the Contractor without action taken by the CO, and any delays caused thereby shall be the total responsibility of the Contractor.

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L. The CO's review of Contractor shop drawing submittals shall not relieve the Contractor of the entire responsibility for the correctness of details and dimensions. The Contractor shall assume all responsibility and risk for any misfits due to any errors in Contractor submittals. The Contractor shall be responsible for the dimensions and the design of adequate connections and details.

1.3 RECORD DRAWINGS SUBMITTAL

A. The Contractor shall keep and maintain, at the job site, one record set of Drawings. On these, it shall mark all Project conditions, locations, configurations, and any other changes or deviations which may vary from the details represented on the original Contract Drawings, including buried or concealed construction and utility features which are revealed during the course of construction. Special attention shall be given to recording the horizontal and vertical location of all buried construction that differ from the locations indicated, or which were not indicated on the Contract Drawings. Said record drawings shall be supplemented by any detailed sketches as necessary or directed to indicate, fully, the Work as actually constructed. These master record drawings of the Contractor's representation of as-built conditions, including all revisions made necessary by addenda, modifications, and the like shall be maintained up-to-date during the progress of the Work.

B. Record drawings shall be accessible to the CO at all times during the construction period and shall be delivered to the CO on the 20th working day of every third month after the month in which the Notice to Proceed is given as well as upon completion of the Work.

C. Final payment will not be acted upon until the Contractor-prepared record drawings have been delivered to the CO.

1.4 PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. The progress schedule shall be in Bar Chart or Critical Path Method (CPM) form, as required by the CO.

B. The progress schedule shall show the order in which the Contractor proposes to carry out the Work and the contemplated date on which the Contractor and their subcontractors will start and finish each of the salient features of the Work, including any scheduled periods of shutdown. The schedule shall also indicate any anticipated periods of multiple-shift work. The schedule shall include the dates for sinkhole excavation.

C. Upon substantial changes to the Contractor’s progress schedule of Work or upon request of the CO, the Contractor shall submit a revised progress schedule(s) in the form required. Such revised schedule(s) shall conform with the Contract Time and take into account delays which may have been encountered in the performance of the Work. In submitting a revised schedule, the Contractor shall state specifically the reason for the revision and the adjustments made in its schedule or methods of operation to ensure the completion of all the Work within the contract time.

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1.5 PROPOSED SUBSTITUTES OR "OR-EQUAL" ITEM SUBMITTAL

A. Whenever materials or equipment are specified or described in the Contract Documents by using the name of a proprietary item or the name of a particular Supplier, the naming of the item is intended to establish the type, function, and quality required. If the name is followed by the words "or-equal" indicating that a substitution is permitted, materials or equipment of other Suppliers may be accepted by the CO if sufficient information is submitted by the Contractor to allow the CO to determine that the material or equipment proposed is equivalent or equal to that named, subject to the following requirements:

1. The burden of proof as to the type, function, and quality of any such substitute material or equipment shall be upon the Contractor.

2. The CO will be the sole judge as to the type, function, and quality of any such substitute material or equipment and the CO's decision shall be final.

3. The CO may require the Contractor, to furnish at the Contractor's expense, additional data about the proposed substitute.

4. The CO may require the Contractor to furnish at the Contractor's expense a special performance guarantee or other surety with respect to any substitute.

5. Acceptance by the CO of a substitute item proposed by the Contractor shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for full compliance with the Contract Documents and for adequacy of the substitute item.

6. The Contractor shall be responsible for resultant changes and all additional costs which the accepted substitution requires in the Contractor's Work, the Work of its subcontractors and of other contractors, and shall effect such changes without cost to the Government. This shall include the cost for redesign and claims of other contractor affected by the resulting change.

B. The procedure for review by the CO will include the following:

1. If the Contractor wishes to furnish or use a substitute item of material or equipment, the Contractor shall make written application to the CO for acceptance thereof. The substitution application must meet the criteria set in paragraphs C and D below.

2. Unless otherwise provided by law or authorized in writing by the CO, the "Substitution Requests" shall be submitted within the 21-day period after Notice of Award.

3. Wherever a proposed substitute material or equipment has not been submitted within said 21-day period, or wherever the submission of a proposed substitute material or equipment has been judged to be unacceptable by the CO, the Contractor shall provide material or equipment named in the Contract Documents.

4. The Contractor shall certify that the proposed substitute will perform adequately the functions and achieve the results called for by the general design, be similar and of equal substance to that specified, and be suited to the same use as that specified.

5. The CO will be allowed a reasonable time within which to evaluate each proposed substitute. In no case will this reasonable time period be less than 14 days.

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6. As applicable, no shop drawing submittals will be made for a substitute item nor will any substitute item be ordered, installed, or utilized without the CO's prior written acceptance of the Contractor's "Substitution Request".

C. The Contractor's application using the "Substitution Request" shall contain the following statements and/or information which shall be considered by the CO in evaluating the proposed substitution:

1. The evaluation and acceptance of the proposed substitute will not impact the Contractor's achievement of substantial completion on time.

2. Whether or not acceptance of the substitute for use in the Work will require a change in any of the Contract Documents to adopt the design to the proposed substitute.

3. Whether or not incorporation or use of the substitute in connection with the Work is subject to payment of any license fee or royalty.

4. All variations of the proposed substitute for that specified will be identified.

5. Available maintenance, repair, and replacement service and its estimated cost will be indicated.

6. Itemized estimate of all costs that will result directly or indirectly from acceptance of such substitute, including cost of redesign and claims of other contractors affected by the resulting change.

D. Submit separate requests for each substitution. Support each request with the following:

1. Complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution item(s) with the requirements stated in contract documents:

a. Product identification, including manufacturer’s name and address;

b. Manufacturer’s literature, identifying:

1) Product description;

2) Reference standards, and;

3) Performance and test data.

c. Samples, as applicable (see AGAR 452.236-76);

d. Name and address of similar projects on which the substitution product has been used, and date of the installation;

e. Comparative data of item(s) to be deleted through substitution. Include drawing to the same (or larger) scale as pertinent portion of contract documents and marked to show how differences will be accommodated;

f. Show the complete system/assembly as revised to accommodate the proposed alternative for difference in performance, size, configuration, connection(s) service, accessibility, or any other signification characteristics;

g. Show the complete layout of the system except that which is identical to contract documents, unless unchanged portion must be shown to indicate clearances, etc.;

h. Include complete detail drawings of supports for all substitute equipment, and complete load calculations for adequacy of support prepared and signed by a registered structural engineer.

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2. Itemized comparison of the proposed substitution with product specified; list significant variations.

3. Data relating to changes in construction schedule.

4. Any effect of substitution on separate contracts.

5. List of changes required in other work or products.

6. Accurate cost data comparing proposed substitution with product specified.

7. Proposed amount of change to the contract value.

8. Designation of required license fees or royalties.

9. Designation of availability of maintenance services, and/or sources of replacement materials.

10. Substitutions will not be considered for acceptance when:

a. They are merely indicated or implied on shop drawings, or product data submittals without a formal request received from the Contractor;

b. They are requested directly by a subcontractor or supplier;

c. Acceptance will require substantial revision of contract documents, or;

d. Substitution has not been requested in a way this and related contract clauses.

11. Substitute products must not be ordered or installed without written acceptance by the CO.

12. The CO will determine acceptability of proposed substitutions in consultation with other Government employees with knowledge of the project and/or product(s).

13. Number of Substitution Submittals: only one proposed alternative will be considered for each substituted item. The Contractor must provide the originally-specified item(s) if the substitution proposal is rejected.

1.6 CONTRACTOR SUBSTITUTION REQUEST REPRESENTATION AND

RESPONSIBILITIES

A. In making a formal request for substitution of item(s), the Contractor represents that:

1. Have investigated the product proposed to substitute the originally-specified item, and have determined that it is either equal to, or superior to, the original item in all respects to that originally-specified item;

2. Will provide the same or better warranties and bond(s) for the substitute as for the originally-specified item;

3. Will coordinate the installation of any accepted substitution into the work, and will make such changes as may be required for the work to be completed in all respects;

4. Will waive any and all claims for additional costs caused by substitution, which may not be readily apparent, and may become apparent only subsequently, and;

5. Cost data is complete and includes related costs under the contract, other than:

a. Costs under separate contracts, and;

b. CO costs for redesign or revision of contract documents.

6. The Contractor assumes full responsibility that the substitution and/or alternate item(s) or procedure(s) will meet the job requirement(s).

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7. The Contractor is solely responsible for the cost of redesign and modification(s) to this and other parts of the work caused by the substitution(s) or alternate item(s) furnished.

PART 2 - PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01 33 00

QUALITY ASSURANCE 01 43 00 - 1

SECTION 01 43 00 – QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITION

A. Specific quality control requirements for the Work are indicated throughout the Contract Documents. The requirements of this Section are primarily related to performance of the Work beyond furnishing of manufactured products. The terms "Quality Control” and/or “Quality Assurance" includes inspection, sampling and testing, and associated requirements.

B. Work consists of providing certification that the quality of construction conforms to the drawings, specifications, and requirements of the contract.

1.2 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Pre-Work Conference

1. Prior to the commencement of Work at the site, a Pre-Work Conference will be held at a mutually agreed time and place which shall be attended by the Contractor’s Project Manager, its Contractor’s Designated Representative, and its subcontractors as the Contractor deems appropriate. Other attendants will be:

a. USFS Contracting Officer (CO).

b. Representatives of the Government.

c. Contractor’s quality control manager.

d. Other representatives as appropriate.

e. Others as requested by Contractor, Government, or CO.

2. Unless previously submitted to the CO, the Contractor shall bring to the Pre- Work Conference one copy each of the following:

a. Project Overview Bar Chart Schedule.

b. Procurement schedule of major equipment and materials and items requiring long lead time.

c. Shop Drawing/Sample/Substitute or “Or Equal” submittal schedule.

d. Name and telephone number of Contractor’s Project Supervisor.

3. The purpose of the Pre-Work Conference is to designate responsible personnel and establish a Working relationship. Matters requiring coordination will be discussed and procedure for handling such matters established. The complete agenda will be furnished to the Contractor prior to the meeting date. The Contractor should be prepared to discuss all of the items listed below:

a. Contractor’s tentative schedules.

b. Transmittal, review, and distribution of Contractor’s submittals.

c. Processing applications for payment.

d. Maintaining record documents.

e. Critical Work sequencing.

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f. Work Orders and Modifications.

g. Use of project site, access, storage, and work areas, security, housekeeping, and Government’s needs.

h. Major equipment and materials deliveries and priorities, equipment types and use, including helicopter operations.

4. The CO will preside at the Pre-Work Conference and will arrange for keeping and distributing the minutes to all persons in attendance.

B. Progress Meetings

1. The Contractor shall schedule and hold regular on-site progress meetings at least weekly during construction layout, installation of major components and at other times as requested by the CO or as required by progress of the Work. The Contractor, Government’s COR or Inspector, and all subcontractors active on the site must attend each meeting. Contractor may at its discretion request attendance by representatives of its suppliers, manufacturers, and other subcontractors. The CO may or may not attend all meetings or attend in person.

2. The Contractor shall preside at the meeting and will arrange for keeping and distributing the minutes. The purpose of the meetings will be to review the progress of the Work, maintain coordination of efforts, discuss changes in scheduling, and resolve other problems which may develop. During each meeting, the Contractor is required to present any issues which may impact the Work, with a view toward resolving these issues expeditiously.

1.3 CERTIFICATION AND MEASUREMENTS

A. Offsite-Produced Materials. Furnish signed certificates executed by the manufacturer, supplier, or vendor, stipulating that all offsite-produced materials incorporated in the work meet applicable requirements as shown on Drawings or stated in the specifications. Furnish a certificate for each commodity.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Inspection. The Contractor shall inspect materials or equipment upon the arrival on the job site and immediately prior to installation, and reject damaged and defective items.

B. Measurements. The Contractor shall verify measurements and dimensions of the Work, as an integral step of starting each installation.

C. Manufacturer's Instructions. Where installations include manufactured products, the Contractor shall comply with manufacturer's applicable instructions and recommendations for installation, to whatever extent these are more explicit or more stringent than applicable requirements indicated in Contract Documents.

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TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL 01 56 00 - 1

SECTION 01 56 00 – TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RUBBISH CONTROL

A. During the progress of the Work, the Contractor shall keep the site of the Work and other areas used by it in a neat and clean condition, and free from any accumulation of rubbish. The Contractor shall dispose of all rubbish and waste materials of any nature occurring at the Work site, and shall establish regular intervals of collection and disposal of such materials and waste. The Contractor shall also keep adjacent trails, rest areas, and access areas free from dirt, rubbish, and unnecessary obstructions resulting from its operations. Disposal of all rubbish and surplus materials shall be off the site of construction in accordance with local codes and ordinances governing locations and methods of disposal, and in conformance with all applicable safety laws, and to the particular requirements of Part 1926 of the OSHA Safety and Health Standards for Construction.

B. All rubbish shall be secured in a manner and location where it is protected from bears and other wildlife.

1.2 SANITATION

A. Toilet Facilities: Contractor may use vault toilets located at the project site. Toilets must be left in a clean condition.

1.3 CHEMICALS

A. Chemicals shall not be stored on site without approval by CO.

B. Any chemicals approved by the CO used to perform the Work shall show approval of either the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Use of all such chemicals and disposal of residues shall be in strict accordance with the printed instructions of the manufacturer. Any approved chemicals stored need to be contained within a bear-proof, hard-sided container that will prevent bears or other animals from damaging the chemical container in a way that will cause it to leak.

C. See Site Access, Work, And Storage – Section 01 14 13.

1.4 INVASIVE SPECIES

A. Ensure that invasive species contamination does not occur from equipment, materials, and tools used during construction. Thoroughly wash all equipment and tools prior to arriving at Project area. See Equipment Cleaning. Remove all soil, debris, and other material that could contain seed or vegetative material from another site. Inspect materials being delivered to the Project.

B. The Contractor shall identify any existing invasive species within the Project area prior to beginning Work and notify the CO.

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C. Wherever possible use certified weed-fee materials including, but not limited to, sand, gravel, soil, seeds, and plant material and provide certification to CO.

D. Any invasive species introduced by the Contractor to the Project shall be removed immediately at no expense to the Government. The Contractor is to develop an invasive species management plan to eliminate the invasive species, including the techniques used, timing and any chemicals and their application. The management plan will also address the monitoring of the invasive species. The plan is to be approved by the CO, prior to beginning work.

1.5 EQUIPMENT CLEANING

A. All construction equipment shall be pressure washed before entering National Forest System lands. The removal of mud and debris from treads, tracks and undercarriage, with emphasis on axles, frame, cross-members, motor mounts, and underneath steps, running boards, and front bumper/brushguard assemblies will be required. The purpose is to reduce or eliminate the transportation of noxious weeds, which is required by Federal and State regulations.

B. Contractor shall advise the CO of its cleaning measures and make the equipment available for inspection prior to mobilization to project site. The CO shall have 2 days, excluding weekends and Federal holidays, to inspect equipment after it has been made available. After satisfactory inspection or after such 2 day period, Contractor may move the equipment as planned. Equipment shall be considered clean when a visual inspection does not disclose seeds, soil, vegetative matter, and other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Contractor shall not be required to disassemble equipment unless directed to do so by CO.

1.6 LANDSCAPE PRESERVATION

A. Landscape Preservation includes the following, in addition to AGAR Clause 452.23-74 Control of Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution (Nov. 1996).

B. Give attention to the effect of contract operation upon the landscape, take care to maintain natural surroundings undamaged, and conduct the work at all times in compliance with the following requirements.

C. Do not remove, deface, injure, or destroy trees, shrubs, rock outcroppings, or other natural features or any other improvements in the work area unless specifically authorized by the CO.

D. Confine operations to within the clearing limits or other areas designated in contract documents, and prevent the depositing of rocks, excavated materials, stumps, or other debris outside of these limits. Unless otherwise agreed to by the CO, retrieve material which falls outside of these limits and either incorporate the material in the work or dispose of the material as directed by the CO.

E. Collect and return waste motor oils, fuels, lubricants, bitumens and similar hydrocarbons off site to Contractor’s property. Comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 279, Standards for the Management of Used Oil. Do not discharge hydrocarbon products on the ground, use them for road oiling, or bury them in a landfill.

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F. Schedule and conduct operations to minimize erosion of soils and to prevent silting of waterbodies. Install silt fencing, as/where required in order to avoid conflicts with known bear travel routes, around areas immediately next to streams and ponds to mitigate suspended sediments when designated on the drawings.

G. Wash and inspect tools and construction equipment prior to first entering the project area, or before re-entering the project area after use in another area that is infested by invasive plants.

H. All imported construction gravel or soil should be either certified weed-free, or inspected for the presence of invasive plants before transport to the project area.

I. Use natural fiber matting such as coconut fiber for erosion control as an alternative to straw bales.

J. Ensure all equipment operated adjacent to the waterbody is clean of aquatic invasive species, as well as oil and grease, and is well maintained.

K. Use vegetable oil or other biodegradable hydraulic oil for heavy equipment when operating on site.

L. Ensure spill containment kit is accessible on each piece of heavy equipment.

1.7 USE OF PREMISES

A. Use of Premises (addendum to AGAR 452.236-72)

B. This area contains black and brown bear habitat, and is therefore, subject to frequent or infrequent travel and/or presence by these wild animals. They might be habituated to humans, and/or food-conditioned, which may pose a threat to Contractor personnel; it is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure any personnel are “bear aware” and able to minimize impacts to these animals by securing attractants out of reach or attainment by the animal(s).

1.8 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBLE PERMITS

A. It is the Contractors responsibility to secure permits related to construction prior to beginning Work, other than those secured by the Government.

1.9 GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBLE PERMITS

A. The Government has not secured any permits for the Project.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01 56 00

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SECTION 01 57 00 – EROSION CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The Work under this Section includes providing all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary to install and maintain temporary erosion control devices;

including, but not limited to, silt fences, hay or straw bales, rock check dams, ditches, etc.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP): Provides the location, installation, and maintenance of the erosion and sediment control measures to be used.

B. Final Stabilization: That point when all soil disturbing activities resulting from the project have been completed and a live uniform blanket of perennial vegetation, to preclude erosion, has been established on all unpaved areas (excluding graveled shoulders and crushed aggregate base course) not covered by permanent structures or equivalent permanent stabilization measures, such as use of riprap, gabions or geotextiles.

C. Best Management Practices (BMP’s): A wide range of project management practices, schedules of activities or prohibition of practices that when used singly or in combination, prevent or reduce erosion, sedimentation and pollution of adjacent water bodies and wetlands. BMP’s include both structural devises and non-structural practices and can be temporary or permanent. The Forest Service has a variety of standard BMP’s.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit the following items for approval a minimum of 5 calendar days prior to the pre-work conference.

1. ESCP

B. The Government will review submittals within 14 calendar days then either approve them or require changes. If required for approval, modify the submittals within 5 calendar days of receiving comments from the Government.

C. The approved ESCP must be signed by the Contractor and the Government. A copy must be kept on site by the Contractor.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN (ESCP) REQUIREMENTS

A. Address all ground disturbing activities required by the contract as well as those required for operations. ensure that all erosion, sediment and pollution control requirements are met for all activities associated with the Work.

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1. Include the following in the ESCP:

a. Site map indicating drainage patterns and approximate slopes anticipated after major grading activities, areas of soil disturbance, sediment and pollution controls identified in the Plans, the location of areas where stabilization practices are expected to occur, location of all surface waters (including wetlands and all waters that will pass through the project site), and locations where storm water is discharged to a surface water.

b. Identify all receiving waters and wetlands within or adjacent to the site which will be disturbed or which will receive discharges form disturbed areas of the project.

c. Identify all control measures. Describe the appropriate control measures to be implemented at the construction site and off-site areas. Clearly describe for each major activity, appropriate control measures and the period during the construction process that the measures will be implemented. Address erosion and sediment controls, stabilization practices, structural practices, and permanent storm water management.

2. Ensure the following:

a. All temporary or permanent erosion and sediment control materials do not introduce non-native or invasive species. The use of straw bales and other materials that may introduce any weed seeds or that may result in the germination of an invasive is prohibited.

b. All native materials imported from off-site are free of roots, plants, sod, clods, paint, paint washout, concrete slurry, concrete layers or chunks, cement, plaster, building debris, oils, gasoline, diesel fuel, paint thinner, turpentine, tar, roofing compound, acid, and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth; free of noxious weeds and invasive plants not infested with nematodes; grubs; or other pests, pest eggs, or other undesirable organisms and disease-causing plant pathogens that are not native or harmful to the natural environment.

c. Apply erosion control measures and native revegetation where detrimental soil disturbance or de-vegetation may result in the delivery of sediment into a waterbody (BMP 12.17; AqEco-2)

3. Specifically address measures for controlling and managing erosion and sedimentation during construction at the following locations:

a. All construction adjacent to existing drainages, streams, lakes, water bodies, wetlands, and other sensitive areas.

b. Culvert installations.

c. Department designated disposal sites and material sites.

d. Any additional sites which may be sensitive due to the proposed construction operation (including contractor supplied material and disposal sites, staging areas, stockpile locations, and slopes opened up after the seeding deadline).

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Do not begin earth disturbing work until written approval of the ESCP has been received from the CO.

B. Prior to the start of construction, conduct a on-site inspection with the CO to discuss the implementation of the requirements of the ESCP. Conduct additional joint inspection, as needed, when requested by the CO or the Contractor.

C. During construction, inspect the following at least once every 7 calendar days:

1. Disturbed areas of the construction site where final stabilization is not complete.

2. Areas used for storage of materials that are exposed to rain.

3. Structural control measures.

4. Locations where equipment enter or exit the site.

D. Perform inspections also within 24 hours of the end of a storm resulting in rainfall of 1/2 inch or greater.

E. Perform other inspection, if directed, during or following high intensity rainfall events of any depth.

F. Based on the results of each inspection, modify the ESCP as necessary to include additional or modified BMP’s designed to correct problems identified. Complete the revisions to the ESCP within 7 calendar days following the inspection. Implement modified or additional BMP’s before the next anticipated storm event or as soon as practicable.

G. Amend the ESCP within 7 calendar days when conditions change or if directed. Have all ESCP amendments prepared under the direction of and stamped by the professional Government’s Representative of record.

H. If a storm event occurs, where storm water discharges pose a threat to water quality, take immediate suitable action to preclude erosion and pollution. Submit an amendment to the ESCP, within 7 calendar days of the storm event, covering the emergency measures that were taken.

I. Prior to any shutdown, ensure that the site has been stabilized as detailed in the ESCP. Prior to project closeout and demobilization, the CO will review all areas disturbed by construction to determine if final stabilization is complete.

J. The Contractor shall maintain existing temporary erosion control structures as necessary and/or as directed by the CO for the duration of the contract. They shall be maintained in effective operating conditions at all times. Rock check dams, fiber material check dams and silt fences shall be cleaned whenever they have become half-filled with silt or debris, and other items shall be cleaned, repaired, or replaced as necessary.

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K. Temporary erosion control structures shall remain in place until the CO approves their removal.

END OF SECTION 01 57 00

CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT 03 20 00 - 1

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

SECTION 03 20 00 - CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This work consists of providing all labor, material, and equipment necessary to furnish and install reinforcement for cast-in-place concrete. One of the following methods shall be used: 1) steel reinforcing bars, 2) welded wire fabric or 3) fiber reinforced concrete mix.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

2.1 REINFORCING STEEL.

A. Shall be deformed bars conforming to ASTM A615, Grade 40, size #3, placed 12” on center each way mid-mat. All reinforcement shall be new, free from dirt, oil, paint, grease, loose mill scale, and loose or thick rust when placed. Store reinforcement on blocks or horses off the ground in a manner to prevent bending, rusting, and accumulations of dirt.

2.2 WELDED WIRE FABRIC.

A. Shall conform to ASTM A1064 and be placed mid-mat.

2.3 FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE MIX

A. Contractor shall submit an equivalent fiber reinforced concrete mix for approval.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 REINFORCEMENT SUPPORT

A. "Chair" reinforcement to its proper location. Utilize sufficient chairs, bolsters, or concrete blocks to adequately support the reinforcement. "Hooking" and lifting the reinforcement to position will not be permitted. Anchor reinforcement to prevent displacement during concrete pouring operations.

3.2 MEASUREMENT

A. Concrete Reinforcement will not be measured for payment. Cost is considered incidental to other items of work under this contract.

END OF SECTION 03 20 00

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DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

SECTION 03 30 00 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This work consists of providing all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to furnish and install cast-in-place concrete.

B. Cast-in-place concrete to be provided by a company regularly engaged in the business.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

2.1 FORMS

A. Plywood, hardboard, wood, metal, or other approved material to yield the required finish.

2.2 CEMENT

A. Portland Cement, ASTM C150, Type 1.

2.3 CONCRETE

A. Minimum cement content: 5 sacks per cubic yard.

B. Maximum slump: 4 inches

C. 28-day strength: 3000 psi

D. Air entrainment: 4.0-6.5%

E. Cement, aggregate, and water shall be proportional to obtain concrete with good workability.

F. Coarse aggregate shall be 1-1/2 inch minus, washed material.

2.4 CONNECTION SEALANT

A. Asphalt-concrete connection sealant to be silicone Sikasil-728 NS, or equal.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ASPHALT CONNECTION

A. Ensure asphalt contact is free of debris, clean, and dry prior to pouring concrete.

3.2 PLACEMENT

A. Notify the COR at least 24 hours before placement of concrete. Do not drop concrete over three feet, or in any manner that would cause segregation of ingredients. Do not move concrete horizontally with a vibrator. Protect concrete from rain and surface runoff during the initial 24 hours of curing. Thoroughly dampen compacted subgrade before concrete placement.

3.3 COLD WEATHER CONCRETE

A. Place concrete at ambient temperature above 35 degrees Fahrenheit if possible. Heat water, aggregate, or both and provide suitable enclosures and heating devices for all concrete poured at ambient temperatures below 35 degrees Fahrenheit, or whenever ambient temperatures below 35 degrees Fahrenheit can be reasonably expected during the initial six days of curing, as determined by the COR.

B. When aggregates or water must be heated, concrete temperature shall be at least 50 degrees Fahrenheit and not more that 90 degrees Fahrenheit at the time of placing.

Do not heat aggregates and water used for mixing to a temperature exceeding 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat concrete uniformly. Heating equipment and methods used shall not alter or prevent the entrainment of the required amount of air in the concrete.

C. Do not use materials containing frost or lumps of frozen materials.

D. Maintain concrete surface temperature between 45 degrees Fahrenheit and 90 degrees Fahrenheit during the curing period.

3.4 CONNECTION SEALANT

A. After concrete is cured, sawcut adjacent asphalt connection as shown on the drawings.

Ensure joint is free of debris, clean and dry prior to sealing. Install sealant per manufacturer’s instructions.

3.5 MEASUREMENT

A. Cast-In-Place Concrete will be paid for by the finished square foot.

Pay Item Pay Unit

03 30 00 (4) Concrete Pavement Patch………..……………………….. SF (Actual Quantity)

END OF SECTION 03 30 00

ROUGH CARPENTRY 06 10 00 - 1

SECTION 06 10 00 – ROUGH CARPENTERY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The work consists of providing all labor, material, and equipment necessary to furnish and replace boardwalk posts.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The following standards shall be used as they apply to products specified:

1. Lumber– West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau

2. Wood preservative - American Wood Preservers Association Standards (AWPA)

3. Steel - American Institute of Steel Construction

B. Storage: Store all materials delivered to the project site off the ground to assure proper drainage, ventilation, and weather protection.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Material Certificates:

1. Indicate type of preservative used and net amount of preservative retained. Include statement that moisture content of treated materials was reduced to levels specified before shipment to Project site.

2. Include chemical treatment manufacturer's written instructions for handling, storing, installing, and finishing treated material.

B. Certificates of Inspection: Issued by lumber-grading agency for exposed timber not marked with grade stamp.

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Schedule delivery of materials to avoid extended on-site storage and to avoid delaying the Work.

B. Store materials under cover and protected from weather and contact with damp or wet surfaces. Provide for air circulation within and around stacks and under temporary coverings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 POSTS

A. Hem-Fir No. 1 or better, S4, pressure treated with waterborne preservative according to AWPA use category UC4A for in ground contact.

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B. Preservative Chemicals: Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ), Ammoniacal Copper Zinc Aresenate (ACZA), or Copper Azole (CA-B, CA-C) are acceptable treatment products, alternative treatment products can be submitted and reviewed by the CO for approval.

Color: Brown.

C. Comply with DOC PS 20 and with grading rules of lumber-grading agencies certified by ALSC's Board of Review as applicable.

1. Factory mark each item of timber with grade stamp of grading agency.

2. For exposed timber, apply grade stamps to surfaces that are not exposed to view, or omit grade stamps and provide certificates of grade compliance issued by grading agency.

2.2 HARDWARE

1. All new fasteners, including bolts, nuts and washers, shall be hot dipped galvanized in accordance with ASTM-153. Install per manufacturer’s instructions.

2.3 PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT

A. All posts shall be pressure treated for AWPA use category UC4A for in ground contact.

B. Treat all field cuts, bored holes, and abrasions made in preservative treated lumber after treatment in accordance with AWPA M4. Field applied preservative shall match original preservative in color. Plug any holes drilled after pressure treatment but not used with treated plugs.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 POST REPLACEMENT LOCATIONS

A. Replace posts at locations marked in the field by the COR. Final locations shall be approved by the COR.

3.2 HARDWARE REPLACEMENT LOCATIONS

A. Hardware imbedded in concrete may be reused. If imbedded hardware is damaged during the work the hardware will be repaired or replaced as approved by the CO at the Contractor’s expense.

B. Replace all fasteners at the post replacement locations including bolts,…