2024 Standard Specifications for Local Road Maintenance-Final.pdf

Standard Specifications For Local Road Maintenance

Effective: July 2024

Fairbanks North Star Borough

RURAL SERVICES DIVISION

CHANGES TO THE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR LOCAL ROAD MAINTENANCE 2024

SECTION 101

DEFINITIONS & TERMS

Modified: 101-3.01 DEFINITIONS

SECTION 102

WAGE RATES, REGULATIONS, AND LABOR STANDARDS

Modified: 102-1.01 DESCRIPTION

SECTION 103

WORK RESPONSIBILITIES

Deleted: 103-3.01 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES - Item 4. Communications Part B

Modified: 103-3.01 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES - Item 4. Communications Part D

Added: 103-3.01 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES - Item 10. Invoicing

Modified: 103-4.01 COMMISSIONS AUTHORITY - Item 1

Modified: 103-5.01 BOROUGH RESPONSIBILITIES

SECTION 104

SCOPE OF WORK

Modified: 104-2.01 ROADS APPROVED FOR MAINTENANCE

Modified: 104-6.01 UTILITIES

Modified: 104-7.01 EXISTING SURVEY MONUMENTS

Added: 104-12.01 EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS

SECTION 105

WORK QUALITY

Added: 105-9.01 ANNUAL REVIEW

SECTION 106

WORK ORDERS

Modified: 106-3.01 WORK ORDER REQUIREMENTS – Item 3. Part D

SECTION 109

PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Modified: 109-2.01 INVOICES

SECTION 203

EXCAVATION & EMBANKMENT

Modified: 203-2.01 MATERIALS – Item 1. Borrow

SECTION 301

AGGREGATE BASE AND SURFACE COURSE

Modified: 301-2.01 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS – Item 2. Crushed Aggregate

SECTION 303

RECONDITIONING

Added: 303-4.02 MINIMUM CALL-OUT AMOUNTS

SECTION 304

SUBBASE

Modified: 304-2.01 MATERIALS – Requirements for Grading for Subbase

SECTION 401

ASPHALT PAVEMENT REPAIR

Modified: 401-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 615

SIGN INSTALLATION

Modified: 615-2.01 MATERIALS – Item 2. Retroreflective Sheeting

Added: 615-2.01 MATERIALS – Item 5. Concrete for Post Foundation

Deleted: 615-3.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Added: 615-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Modified: 615-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

Modified: 615-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT

SECTION 670

TRAFFIC MARKINGS

Added: 670-1.01 DESCRIPTION

Added: 670-2.01 MATERIALS

Added: 670-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Added: 670-3.04 PAVEMENT MARKING REMOVAL

Added: 670-3.05 PRELIMINARY SPOTTING

Added: 670-3.06 TOLERANCES FOR LANE STRIPING

Added: 670-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

Added: 670-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT

SECTION 803

SNOW REMOVAL

Modified: 803-3.01 SNOW REMOVAL REQUIREMENTS – Item 1. F.

Modified: 803-3.01 SNOW REMOVAL REQUIREMENTS – Item 1. G.

Modified: 803-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

Modified: 803-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT – Item 1. Snow Removal

Modified: 803-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT

SECTION 812

CALCIUM CHLORIDE FOR DUST CONTROL

Added: 812-1.01 DESCRIPTION

Added: 812-2.01 MATERIALS

Added: 812-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Added: 812-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

Added: 812-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR LOCAL ROAD MAINTENANCE - 2024

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Table of Contents

DIVISION

Section Title Page

DIVISION 100 –GENERAL PROVISIONS

101 Definitions and Terms 1 102 Wage Rates, Regulations, and Labor Standards 3 103 Work Responsibilities 4 104 Scope of Work 6 105 Work Quality 8 106 Work Orders 9 107 Materials and Testing 10 108 Work Area Management 11 109 Payment Requirements 12

DIVISION 200 – EARTH WORK

201 Clearing & Grubbing 13 203 Excavation & Embankment 14

DIVISION 300 – BASES

301 Aggregate Base and Surface Course 16 303 Reconditioning 19 304 Subbase 20

DIVISION 400 – ASPHALTIC SURFACING

401 Asphalt Pavement Repair 22

DIVISION 500 – STRUCTURES

NOT USED

DIVISION 600 – MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION

603 Culverts and Storm Drains 25 610 Ditch Lining 28 615 Sign Installation 29 630 Geotextile 33 670 Traffic Markings 35

DIVISION 800 – MAINTENANCE

803 Snow Removal 39 804 Sanding of Roadways 41 805 Street Sweeping 42 811 Aggregate Surface Maintenance 43 812 Calcium Chloride for Dust Control 45 835 Drainage System Maintenance 46 845 Roadway Vegetation Maintenance 48

DEFINITIONS & TERMS

101-1.01 GENERAL. The terms and definitions listed apply to these Specifications. If a term is not defined, the ordinary, technical, or trade meaning will apply, within the context in which the term is used.

101-2.01 ACRONYMS. Acronyms used in this Contract include the following:

ASDS Alaska Sign Design Specifications

ASTM American Society for Testing & Materials

ATM Alaska Test Method Manual

ATMS Alaska Traffic Manual Supplement

DEC Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation

DOLWD Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development

DOT&PF Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities

FNSB Fairbanks North Star Borough

MUTCD Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices used with the Alaska Traffic Manual Supplement

PO Purchase Order

RS Rural Services Division of Borough

R-O-W Right of Way

RSA Road Service Area, or other special service area managed by RS

SSHC DOT&PF Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, 2020 Edition

SWPPP Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan

WO Work Order

101-3.01 DEFINITIONS.

AUTHORITY. For this Contract, Authority is the Engineer. In the event of an emergency, Authority may be the State Troopers, local law enforcement, National Guard, or other Federal law enforcement official.

BOROUGH. The Fairbanks North Star Borough, FNSB.

CHANGE ORDER. Documentation of an agreement by the Borough and the Contractor of a Contract change.

COMMISSION. Refers to the RSA Commission and can include a Commissioner authorized to act on behalf of the entire Commission.

CONTRACT. The written agreement between the Borough and the Contractor concerning the work.

CONTRACTOR. The awarded firm or individual who signed the agreement with the Borough.

DEFICIENCY. Refers to work that does not meet specification or other Contract requirements.

EMERGENCY ACCESS MAINTENANCE. Maintenance work on roads that are not constructed to Title 17 Standards, but are used by residents of the Service Area for year round automotive access and that are specifically listed for Emergency Access Maintenance on the contract mileage list.

ENGINEER. FNSB Rural Services Engineer/Manager or designated staff member.

PREVAILING WAGE. Wages subject to the provisions of AS 36.05.010.

PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION WORK. Work defined as “public construction” under AS 36.95.010(3).

PURCHASE ORDER. A Borough form used to document the amount of money encumbered by the Commission for funding RSA Maintenance. The amount of the purchase order cannot be exceeded without Borough approval.

R-O-W. The boundary of a public road. For this contract, all work is contained within the right of way.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WORK. Section 800 work found in the bid items that when performed continually and as needed protects the road from damage and ultimately, replacement. Routine Maintenance Work is exempt from the requirements of AS 36.05

SURVEYOR. A Professional Land Surveyor with current registration in the State of Alaska.

WORK ORDER. Refers to a process of ordering work with written documentation. A work order is REQUIRED for work items not covered under the Contract. A work order may also be used by the Commission to document routine maintenance work from the Contractor.

END OF SECTION

WAGE RATES, REGULATIONS, AND LABOR STANDARDS

102-1.01. DESCRIPTION. Pay items in Division 800 Maintenance are exempt from the provisions of AS 36.05. All other work pay items are Public Construction Work. The total amount paid for Public Construction Work shall not exceed $25,000.00 per fiscal year unless contract includes prevailing wage rates.

WORK RESPONSIBILITIES

103-1.01 DESCRIPTION. This section describes work responsibilities of the Borough, the Contractor and the Commission for this Contract.

103-2.01 CHANGES. Changes to the Contract and specifications must be in writing and can only be made by the Engineer.

103-3.01 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES.

1. Equipment. Provide adequate equipment meeting industry safety standards for the work within the time specified, and operate without excessive fluid leaks. The Contractor shall provide a management plan, if requested, outlining the Contractor’s plan for ensuring timely response for all work included in the Contract. The management plan shall describe how the Contractor will provide the necessary service required, how many pieces of equipment will be available for RSA work, how many operators are available, and how the work is tracked. The Engineer may inquire about other specific information when requesting the maintenance plan.

2. Labor. Provide competent journeymen operators and laborers to perform the work. Any personnel performing on the job training requires the presence of a qualified Superintendent. The Contractor cannot charge additional time or money for personnel in training.

3. Work Response Time. The Contractor is responsible for responding to all RSA maintenance calls within the time noted in the specification. If there is no response time in the specification, the contractor shall respond within 7 days. If the Commission agrees, the work may be scheduled for a later time.

4. Communications. The following are minimum requirements for communications:

A. The Contractor shall be available to the Engineer by telephone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies.

B. Operators of equipment used in the performance of work under this Contract must be accessible to the Contractor’s field superintendent at all times during work.

C. The Contractor shall supply an office number and e-mail address for RSA Commissioners to call or e-mail for routine maintenance. Provide means for returning Commission or Rural Service communications within 4 hours between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.

If a communication is received after hours, the Contractor will reply prior to noon of the next working day. Refusing to communicate with the Commission and the Engineer is considered a deficiency.

D. The Contractor shall provide information to Commission if crews cannot respond within the specified response time and provide an expected time.

E. The Contractor shall provide the Engineer with a cell phone number; in areas with no cell phone service available, the Contractor shall have a communication plan in these areas for emergency contact. If the Contractor does not supply the Engineer with this plan, any issues arising from lack of adequate communication shall be considered a deficiency.

F. The Contractor shall inform the Engineer of planned absence dates, and provide the name and phone numbers of the contact person responsible for response during those dates.

5. Work Obstructions. Immediately report any encroachments within the right of way that will impede work operations to the Commission.

6. Work without a Purchase Order. In accordance with the Contract, the Contractor shall not be compensated for:

A. Work performed without a P.O. in place

B. Performing work without having adequate funding available on an existing P.O.

7. Safety. The Contractor shall provide a copy of the written safety plan for operations when requested by the Engineer. The Contractor and employees shall always proceed with work in a safe, professional manner, using equipment in the manner in which it was intended. Inform the Commission when called for the work if there are any safety concerns.

8. Completion of Work. The Contractor shall leave the RSA with a neat, professional looking final product and in accordance with all the Specifications that apply to this Contract.

9. Existing Conditions. If roads have not been maintained or built in a manner that would allow successful execution of the specifications, the Contractor is encouraged to document in writing such concerns to the Commission prior to the work.

10. Invoicing. The Contractor shall be responsible for tracking the balance of their P.O.

103-4.01 COMMISSION AUTHORITY.

1. The Commission, on behalf of the mayor, has the authority to perform the following for this Contract (FNSB Code, Title 14.04.150):

A. Request routine maintenance work.

B. Request work by work order.

2. The Commission cannot:

A. Make Contract changes or order work not covered by the Contract.

B. Order the Contractor to make changes to grades, profiles, drainage or changes that require oversight of a Registered Engineer under Alaska State Law.

C. Request any work that exceeds the amount of funding authorized by the current P.O.

103-5.01 BOROUGH RESPONSIBILITIES. The Division of Rural Services provide the following support for Contracts:

1. Issue routine maintenance Contracts and Contract renewals.

2. Issue Contract changes.

3. Engineering and technical support for Contractors and Commissions.

4. Conflict resolution.

5. Review and processing of invoices.

6. Maintenance of RSA maps & mileage changes.

7. Inspection when required.

8. Review of work orders greater than $10,000.

9. Provide the Commissioner’s names to the Contractor.

SCOPE OF WORK

104-1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK. The work consists of providing all labor, materials and equipment necessary to perform year-round routine road maintenance and repair services in accordance with the requirements of the Contract documents.

104-2.01 ROADS APPROVED FOR MAINTENANCE. The Contract provides a mileage list of all RSA roads covered by the Contract. The Contractor is NOT authorized to perform any Section 800 Maintenance work for any roads listed with mileage as “0”. The Contractor will be notified of any changes in approved service area road mileage.

If, any change in the approved service area road mileage occurs during the life of the contract, the Borough Engineer shall provide a new mileage list of all RSA roads covered by the contract.

104-3.01 REFUSAL OF WORK. THE CONTRACTOR CANNOT REFUSE ANY ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WORK UNDER THIS CONTRACT. Refusing or delaying maintenance without communication is considered grounds for termination of the Contract.

104-4.01 EMERGENCY SITUATIONS. In the event of an emergency or natural disaster, continue to perform work under this Contract unless ordered by authorities to cease.

104-5.01 SPECIFICATIONS: The Contractor is responsible for understanding and abiding by the specifications.

Contact the Engineer if the specifications cannot be followed as written. If a change is required, the Engineer will determine if a price change is necessary, and if so will start the negotiation process.

104-6.01 UTILITIES. In RSAs with underground utilities present, the Contractor is responsible for calling for locates before digging. Damage due to excavation or other work near utilities by the Contractor is the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall protect all existing driveway culverts and drainage structures, and make repairs to damages at their own cost.

104-7.01 EXISTING SURVEY MONUMENTS. This Contract applies only to work within the road boundaries adjacent to private property. The Contractor must preserve all survey monuments for property lines and road alignment monuments, established benchmarks, and survey control points. If the Contractor disturbs any survey monuments, the Contractor shall be required to hire a Professional Surveyor to re-establish the monuments at their expense.

The Contractor shall call the Engineer to determine the R-O-W if necessary to perform the work.

104-8.01 SEASONAL WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to keep informed of and compliant with seasonal weight restrictions for RSA and DOT&PF roads.

104-9.01 ENVIRONMENTAL. The Contractor is required to comply with Alaska DEC regulations concerning spills while performing work in the RSA. Provide adequate spill pads in work vehicles for containment of accidental spills during work by equipment. Equipment used in the RSA shall operate without excessive fluid leaks. Onsite fuel storage is prohibited.

104-10.01 EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROLS. The contractor is required to use Best Management Practices to mitigate erosion problems for all RSA work. The Contractor shall be responsible for cleaning ditches, culverts, and asphalt surfaces impacted by erosion or vehicle tracking.

104-11.01 DAMAGES TO PROPERTY. The Contractor is responsible for damage to property in the course of work.

The Contractor is advised to document existing damages in the RSA prior to each work effort.

104-12.01 EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS. The Contractor shall be allowed to postpone requested work due to extreme weather conditions. The Contractor shall not be expected to operate their machinery when the outside temperature is -20°F or colder.

WORK QUALITY

105-1.01 DESCRIPTION. Work quality, timeliness of response to RSA calls, completing all work in a professional manner, are performance measures of this contract. This section addresses expectations and deficient work.

105-2.01 CLEANUP. All clean-up work, berms, and crew-generated trash shall be removed from the RSA. Obtain all permits required by law for such disposal and dispose of legally.

105-3.01 TESTING. Normal routine maintenance activities will not require testing. Repairs requiring new material acquisition are subject to testing per the Specifications and Section 107.

105-4.01 MATERIALS. The Contractor shall provide evidence of meeting the specifications if requested by the Engineer. Material not meeting the specifications will be removed and replaced with the specified material at the Contractor’s expense.

105-5.01 RESPONSE TIME. The Contractor must meet the requirements of the specifications for response times.

If the Contractor cannot meet the times specified, the Contractor must communicate with the Commission and give a reasonable estimate of when the work will be performed. Unreasonable estimates or not responding by actions or communication is considered non-responsive. In the case of non-responsiveness, another contractor may be hired to perform the work, and any costs greater than the unit bid prices may be billed to the Contractor.

105-6.01 WORK DEFICIENCIES. Any work by the Contractor that does not meet the Contract requirements will be considered a deficiency by the Engineer. If the work does not meet the requirements of the specification of any work item, and is observed by the Commission, the Commission will notify the Contractor. The Contractor shall correct the deficiency within 48 hours. If the deficiency is safety related and creates a hazard to the public, the Contractor must respond immediately or another contractor may be hired to perform the work, and any costs greater than the unit bid prices may be billed to the Contractor.

105-7.01 REPEATED OR SERIOUS DEFICIENCIES. When the Contractor has multiple deficiencies, or refuses to correct a deficiency, a Letter of Non-Compliance will be given to the Contractor. A schedule for making corrections will be specified. In the event the Contractor does not correct Non-Compliance problems as scheduled, another contractor may be called in to correct the problems, and any costs greater than the unit bid prices may be billed to the Contractor.

105-8.01 NON PERFORMANCE. After three (3) letters of Non-Compliance are issued without correction within a 12-month period, the Engineer shall forward documentation to the Chief Procurement Officer for consideration of debarment from future contracts.

105-9-01 ANNUAL REVIEW. Rural Services and the Commission will review the Contractor’s work history and document any areas of substandard performance.

WORK ORDERS

106-1.01 DESCRIPTION. Use Work Orders to document work requests, and provide written quotes for work necessary to maintain safe and drivable roads. A work order is not required for Routine Maintenance Work or Emergency Access Maintenance Work.

106-2.01 MATERIALS. The Contractor shall supply the Engineer with material specifications, testing results, product data sheets and warranty information when requested.

106-3.01 WORK ORDER REQUIREMENTS.

1. This specification is not intended to replace the contract unit prices for routine maintenance work covered by other specifications.

2. Work Orders document how the work is ordered by the Commission.

3. The following procedure applies to Work Order quotes UNDER $10,000.00:

A. The Commission will provide the Contractor with the WO form. The form will provide the specification pay item number of the work required, the locations of the work limits, and the date the work is requested to be completed.

B. The Contractor shall provide a quote including a breakdown of materials, labor, equipment, all other items required to estimate the cost of work, and proposed work schedule.

C. The Contractor shall respond with a signed quote to the Commission within 5 working days.

D. If the quote is accepted by the Commission, a Commissioner will sign and return a copy of the WO to the Contractor and a copy to RS.

E. WO’s signed by the Contractor and then the Commission provide authorization to proceed with the work. Without this authorization, the work will not be paid for under this Contract.

F. Quotes may be rejected at the discretion of the Commission and the Engineer.

4. For WO Quotes for $10,000 or GREATER:

A. The Commission shall provide the WO, signed and accepted by both Commission and Contractor to the Engineer for written approval.

B. The Engineer will provide copies of the approved WO to the Contractor as authorization to proceed with the work.

C. Without this approval, the work is not authorized and will not be paid for under this contract.

D. If the WO is not approved, the Engineer will notify the Commission and the Contractor.

SECTION 107

SECTION 107

MATERIALS & TESTING

107-1.01 DESCRIPTION. Provides for testing and quality assurance requirements for work requiring new materials.

107-2.01 SUPPLY AND SOURCE. The Contractor shall supply materials that are new and meet the Contract or WO requirements, unless specified otherwise.

107-3.01 SUBSTITUTIONS. The Contractor shall request a substitution of material from the Engineer. The Contractor will furnish information on the purposed substitution that certifies the following:

1. Conformance to the performance specifications, testing, quality or dimensional requirements.

2. Suitability for the use intended in the Contract work.

107-4.01 TESTING AND ACCEPTANCE. Materials may be inspected and tested by the Engineer at any time before, during, or after they are incorporated into the work. All testing will be performed in accordance with the specifications, if testing is ordered by the Commission or Engineer, responsibility for paying for tests are:

1. FAILING TESTS. All failing tests shall be paid for by the Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of retesting until passing tests results are provided.

2. PASSING TESTS. The cost will be paid for by the RSA.

107-5.01 REMOVAL OF UNACCEPTABLE MATERIALS. Unauthorized substitutions or materials that fail to meet Specifications may be rejected by the Engineer. Any rejected material will be removed and replaced with the Specified materials at no additional cost to the RSA.

SECTION 108

SECTION 108

WORK AREA MANAGEMENT

108-1.01 DESCRIPTION. This Section establishes Contractor responsibilities for traffic control, public safety, and protection of new facilities.

108-2.01 MATERIALS. All traffic control devices and signs shall comply with the Alaska Traffic Manual Supplement (ATMS) to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

108-3.01 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

1. Work Area Safety. Protect the work area and control traffic at all times. Furnish, erect, maintain, replace, clean, move and remove the traffic control devices required to insure the safety of the traveling public and all administrative responsibilities necessary to implement this work.

2. Protection of Work. Provide barricades and other protective means to prevent damage to newly installed maintenance items. Work damaged without protective measures will be replaced by the Contractor.

3. Night Illumination. Provide appropriate flashing beacons, area lighting and visible warning signs for all unfinished work in the R-O-W.

4. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for public and worker safety while performing work.

5. Provide access for emergency response vehicles at all times.

6. Traffic control personnel shall be properly certified and carry evidence of such.

108-4.01 CLOSURES.

1. Road closures may be considered if:

A. There are alternate routes available.

B. The closure will be less than 8 hours long.

C. The Contractor notifies emergency providers, bus companies, residents affected by the closure and the Engineer 24 hours in advance.

D. All traffic control meets the requirements of the MUTCD Part 6 and the ATMS.

2. Lane Closures may be considered if:

A. The Contractor meets the traffic control requirements of the MUTCD part 6 and the ATMS.

B. Both lanes are open to traffic at the end of the work shift.

PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS

109-1.01 DESCRIPTION. The Borough will pay the Contractor for work accomplished by the Contractor and approved by the Commission and the Engineer. The amounts paid shall be for the quantities of work accepted by the Commission or the Engineer at the Contract Unit Price.

109-2.01 INVOICES. The Contractor shall submit all invoices promptly, and no later than 30 days from the day the work was performed. Submit the original invoice with attachments to RS, and a copy of the invoice to the Commission at the address indicated on the PO. Late or incomplete invoices are considered a deficiency. The borough will not pay incomplete invoices until corrected.

Invoices must include the following information:

1. For routine maintenance items of work (specifications in the 800 series):

A. Name of Contractor, address, telephone and fax numbers.

B. Invoice number and date.

C. P.O. number.

D. Service Area name.

E. Which roads were maintained and dates of work.

F. Bid Item number, unit price, units completed, extended price.

G. Provide a copy of WO (if issued).

2. For public construction work, include the same information as listed above on the invoice, in addition to:

A. Provide a copy of the WO signed by both the Commission or Engineer and the Contractor with the invoice.

B. The amount of the invoice cannot exceed the amount of the quote given on the WO.

C. If materials not included on the bid form were used for the work, provide the purchasing invoice for the material.

D. If any work was subcontracted, provide an invoice from the subcontractor.

3. For public construction work, requiring prevailing wage, include the same information as listed above on the invoice, in addition to:

A. Prevailing wage work requires copies of certified payrolls, copies of the Notice of Work, and Notice of Completion sent to DOLWD prior to final payment.

The Contractor shall keep logs of maintenance performed, including road name; hours worked; type of work performed, and date of work. Upon the Engineer’s request within 15 days of receipt by RS of the invoice, the Contractor shall provide such documentation as; employees signed time cards, Contractor’s daily logs, metered equipment hours, and field notes on work progress.

109-3.01 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT. Measurement of unit price items will follow the requirements in SSHC Section 109-1.02. A change to the method of measurement in the Contract requires a signed Change Order.

SECTION 201

SECTION 201

CLEARING AND GRUBBING

201-1.01 DESCRIPTION. This work shall consist of clearing, grubbing, removing and disposing of all vegetation and debris within the designated areas of the project as shown in the plans, described in the scope of work or as directed by the Engineer.

201-3.02 CLEARING. Clearing shall consist of cutting and disposing of all trees, down timber, stubs, brush, bushes and debris from all areas designated. Trees falling outside the specified limits shall be removed and disposed of. The trees and brush in areas designated for clearing only shall be cut to a height of not more than 6 inches above surrounding ground unless otherwise specified.

201-3.03 GRUBBING. Grubbing shall consist of removing and disposing of all stumps, roots, moss, grass, turf, debris, or other objectionable material within excavation limits, and within fill limits and depth as designated on the plans. The grubbing shall progress in such a manner that erosion will be kept to a minimum. The Contractor shall provide a SWPPP in accordance with Borough, State and Federal law if the disturbed area is greater than 1 acre.

Except in areas to be excavated, stump holes and other holes from which obstructions are removed shall be backfilled with materials specified in the plans and specifications. All backfill materials shall be compacted in accordance with the specifications.

201-3.06 DISPOSAL. All vegetation and debris removed by clearing and grubbing shall be disposed of legally outside of the R-O-W.

201-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. The work to be paid for will be the number of acres and fractions thereof, acceptably cleared and grubbed within the limits designated on the plans.

201-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT. The accepted quantities of machine clearing, hand clearing and grubbing will be paid for at the contract price per unit of measurement, completed and accepted.

Payment will be made under:

Pay Item No. Pay Item Pay Unit

201(1) Machine Clearing Hour

201(2) Hand Clearing Man-Hour

201(3) Grubbing Acre

EXCAVATION & EMBANKMENT

203-1.01 DESCRIPTION. Excavate, haul, place, and compact or dispose of specified materials necessary to construct the project. Conform to the lines, grades, depths, and typical cross sections shown on the plans or as established.

203-2.01 MATERIALS. Excavation: Waste excavation is all muck, organic materials, unsuitable rock, silt, clay materials which cannot be used as a structural or embankment foundation, as determined by the Contract or the onsite Engineer. Excavation that meets the specifications for other material used on the project requires prior approval by the Engineer.

1. Borrow. Material meeting the requirements of Selected Material, Section 703-2.07 SSHC:

Select Type Sieve No. Percent Passing by Weight Plasticity Index

Type A No.4

No. 200

20-60%

0-6% determined on the minus 3-inch portion of sample < 6

Type B No. 200 0-10% determined on the minus 3-inch portion of the sample < 6

Type C See SSHC Subsections 203-3.04 or 203-3.05

203-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.

1. Excavation. The excavation shall be finished to reasonably smooth and uniform surfaces. Excavation areas shall be kept free draining at all times while the work progresses. Excavation operations shall be conducted so that material outside the limits of slopes will not be disturbed. See Section 104 for erosion and sediment control requirements.

Obtain all permits required by law for such disposal. Furnish a copy of such permission, waiver of claims, and permits to the Engineer before commencing work. Otherwise, material shall be hauled out of the RSA and disposed of legally.

2. Ditch Construction. For establishing a new ditch for water storage or drainage. Follow the same requirements as Excavation, and add:

The ditch back slope must be inside the Borough road right of way. Check property corners, underground utilities and structures added to the right of way that may need relocation, such as mail and newspaper boxes prior to excavation. Property corners damaged by the Contractor’s work shall be re-established at the Contractor’s expense. Any conflicts with existing conditions shall be resolved with the Engineer before work commences. Follow ditch bottom grade lines as shown on the plans, or at the direction of the Engineer.

3. Borrow. Build embankment; bring the material up in lifts limited to 8” in depth prior to compacting or no greater than 1.5 times the largest rock size of the material, which ever is greater. Bench slopes greater than 4:1. Form benches wide enough to permit placement and compaction operations. Compact each lift to 95% of the optimum density.

203-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. The accepted quantities of excavation, ditch construction or borrow will be paid for at the contract price, per unit of measurement, completed and accepted.

203-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT. Removal and disposal of excavation are subsidiary to this work.

203(1) Excavation Cubic Yard

203(2) Excavation Lump Sum

203(3) Ditch Construction Linear Foot

203(4) Ditch Construction Mile

203(5) Borrow Cubic Yard

203(6) Borrow Ton

203(7) Borrow Cubic Yard - Measured in Place

AGGREGATE BASE AND SURFACE COURSE

301-1.01 DESCRIPTION. Construct an aggregate base course or aggregate surface course on a reconditioned roadbed, as approved by the Engineer.

301-2.01 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS.

1. Basaltic Aggregate. Meeting the grading in the table below, as determined by ATM WAQTC FOP for AASHTO T 27/T 11, sieve analysis of Aggregates and Soils.

Sieve ¾” Minus, % Passing by weight 1 ½” Minus % Passing by weight

1 ½ inch ----- 100

1 inch 100 70-85

¾ inch 70-100 60-75

3\8 inch 50-80 45-60

No. 4* 35-65 30-45

No. 8 20-50 22-37

No. 40 8-30 10-25

No. 200** 4-15 5-12

*A minimum of 70% by weight shall have at least one (1) fractured face, as determined by ATM WAQTC FOP for AASHTO TP 61.

**AASHTO M 147 recommends a min. of 8% for surfacing.

2. Crushed Aggregate. Meeting the grading shown in the table below, as determined by ATM WAQTC FOP for AASHTO 27/T 11, sieve analysis of aggregates and soils.

SIEVE GRADATION

BASE COURSE SURFACE COURSE

C-1 D-1 E-1 F-1 1-1/2 in. 100

1 in. 70-100 100 100 100

3/4-in. 60-90 70-100 70-100 85-100

3/8-in. 45-75 50-80 50-85 60-100

No. 4 30-60 35-65 35-65 50-80

No. 8 22-52 20-50 20-50 40-70

No. 50 6-30 6-30 15-30 25-45

No. 200 0-6 0-6 8-15 8-20

Crushed aggregate materials must also meet the following requirements unless otherwise noted:

Property Surface Material Test Method

L.A. Wear, % 45 maximum AASHTO T-96

Degradation Value 45 minimum ATM 313

Fracture, % 70, minimum, one face ATM 305

Liquid Limit 35 maximum ATM 204

Plastic Limit 10 maximum ATM 205

Sodium Sulfite Loss 9 maximum, 5 cycles AASHTO T 104

3. Crushed Asphalt Base Course. Reclaimed asphalt, with a minimum asphalt content of 4%, crushed or processed so that 100% by weight passes the 2-inch sieve and 95-100% by weight passes the 1-1/2-inch sieve.

301-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.

1. Placing. Place the material in layers not exceeding 6 inches in depth.

2. Mixing. Mix the aggregate, adding water as needed to provide the optimum moisture content for compaction.

3. Shaping. Shape surface to the appropriate crown as noted below on straight road sections, and super elevate curves as indicated on plans or by the Engineer. Shape shoulders to create uniform lines parallel to the centerline, to the original road width or as specified.

• Gravel Roads: 4% crown

• Asphalt Surface Treatments: 3% crown

• Asphalt Concrete Pavement: 2% crown

4. Compaction. Shape and grade the material to the required grade. Water or aerate as necessary to obtain the optimum moisture content for compaction. Each layer shall be compacted to 98% of the maximum density. Density for aggregates shall be determined by WAQTC FOP for AASHTO T 310 and T 224 when requested by the service area. The Contractor shall coordinate testing in place density with the Commission or Engineer. For all aggregates except for Crushed Asphalt Base Course, the maximum density and optimum moisture will be determined by ATM 212. The in place density for Crushed Asphalt Base Course shall be determined by ATM 412. Check for smoothness with a 10-foot straight edge and remediate any surface deviations of more than 1”.

301-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. Completed work shall be paid for by the contract unit price. The

Contractor shall provide an invoice from the aggregate supplier that shows the date, time, weight ¹ or measured quantity ², material type, material source and supplier name printed clearly on the invoice.

¹ If weighed, invoice shall show the gross, tare and net weights.

² If by CY, the Engineer shall measure the quantity in place.

301-4.02 MINIMUM CALL-OUT AMOUNTS. All work items in this section shall have a minimum call-out amount of 70 tons or 40 cubic yards. The Contractor and Commission shall negotiate a price for work less than the minimum call-out amount following procedures described in Section 106 Work Orders.

301-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT. The accepted quantity of aggregate will be paid for at the contract price per unit complete, in place and accepted. Water required for compaction is incidental to this item.

301(1) Basaltic Aggregate,3/4-Inch minus Ton

301(2) Basaltic Aggregate, 1-1/2” minus Ton

301(3-__) Crushed Aggregate, Grading ___ Ton

301(4-__) Crushed Aggregate, Grading___ Cubic Yard

301(5) Crushed Asphalt Base Course Ton

RECONDITIONING

303-1.01 DESCRIPTION. This specification shall be used prior to adding any new aggregate to existing gravel roads. Re-grade the surface of an existing road, re-establish the crown, clean and grade the ditches to original grade lines, and shape shoulders to the original road width.

303-2.01 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS. None.

303-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.

1. Recondition Road. Scarify the existing surface to the bottom of the deepest pothole or deep enough to recover material for re-establishing the crown. Recover surface material bladed off the shoulder when possible. Recovered material shall be free of mud and excessive vegetation. Any large cobbles must be bladed aside and disposed of as waste. Pulverize loose material to 2” or smaller. Shape surface to the appropriate crown as noted below on straight road sections, and super elevate curves as indicated on plans or by the Engineer. Shape shoulders to create uniform lines parallel to the centerline, to the original road width or as specified.

• Gravel Roads: 4% crown

• Asphalt Surface Treatments: 3% crown

• Asphalt Concrete Pavement: 2% crown

Provide water as necessary during dry periods to achieve 95% compaction. The finished surface shall be smooth, uniform and thoroughly compacted. Maintain the surface until application of the surface course.

2. Recondition Ditches. Clean and grade ditches as shown on plans. Shape shoulders, and remove ditch wastes. Minimize contamination of the surface course.

303-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. Recondition Road in accordance with the specifications, will be paid for by the mile, per two-lane road. Recondition Ditches, in accordance with the specifications, will be paid for by the mile, one side of the road only. Watering, compacting, surface maintenance, and waste haul is incidental to these items.

303-4.02 MINIMUM CALL-OUT AMOUNTS. All work items in this section shall have a minimum call-out amount of 1 mile or 50% of service area roads, whichever is less. The Contractor and Commission shall negotiate a price for work less than the minimum call-out amount following procedures described in Section 106 Work Orders.

303-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT. The accepted quantities of reconditioning will be paid for at the contract unit price, completed and accepted.

303(1) Recondition Road Mile

303(2) Recondition Ditch Mile

SUBBASE

304-1.01 DESCRIPTION. This work shall consist of furnishing, placing, and compacting subbase material on road embankments or in other locations.

304-2.01 MATERIALS. Meet the gradation and testing requirements in SSHC Section 703-2.09. The use of mine tailings meeting the gradation requirements shall be pre-approved by the Engineer.

AGGREGATE GRADATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBBASE

Percent Passing by Weight

SIEVE Grading A Grading B Grading C Grading D Grading E

4- in. 100 ---- ---- ---- ----

2-in. 85-100 100 ---- ----

1-in. ---- ---- 100 ---- ----

¾-in. ---- ---- ---- 100 ----

No. 4 15-60 15-60 40-75 45-80 ----

No. 16 ---- ---- 20-43 23-50 ----

No. 200 10 Max 0-6 4-10 4-12 0-6

304-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS. The maximum compacted thickness of any one layer shall not exceed 8 inches. During placement of the subbase material on the roadway, the roadway surface shall be adequately drained at all times. Shape surface to the appropriate crown as noted below on straight road sections, and super elevate curves as indicated on plans or by the Engineer. Shape shoulders to create uniform lines parallel to the centerline, to the original road width or as specified.

• Gravel Roads: 4% crown

• Asphalt Surface Treatments: 3% crown

• Asphalt Concrete Pavement: 2% crown

Provide water as necessary during dry periods to achieve 95% compaction. The finished surface shall be smooth, uniform and thoroughly compacted. Maintain the surface until application of the surface course if specified.

Field densities shall be determined by WAQTC FOP for AASHTO T 310 and T 224 when requested. Maximum density and optimum moisture shall be determined by ATM 212.

304-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. Subbase will be measured by the ton. The Contractor shall provide weight tickets with invoice for payment. Use of cubic yard measure is limited to projects with engineering oversight.

304-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT. The accepted quantities of subbase of the size, type, and grading specified will be paid for at the contract price per unit of measurement, complete, in-place and accepted.

304(1-__) Subbase, Grading __ Ton

304(2-__) Subbase, Grading __ Cubic Yard

ASPHALT PAVEMENT REPAIR

401-1.01 DESCRIPTION. Provide plant-mixed hot asphalt concrete and crack sealant for repairs and patching existing asphaltic surfaces.

401-2.01 MATERIALS. Asphalt: Meet the requirements in the table below for the Job Mix Design performed using

ATM 417:

DESIGN PARAMETERS CLASS “A” CLASS “B” CLASS “C”

Stability, pounds 1800 min. 1200 min. 750 min.

Flow, 0.01 inch 8-14 8-16 8-18

Voids in Total Mix, % 3-5 3-5 2-5

Compaction, number of blows each

Side of test specimens 75 50 35

Percent Voids Filled with Asphalt (VFA) 65-75 65-78 70-80

Dust-asphalt ratio* 0.6-1.4 0.6-1.4 N/A

Voids in the mineral Aggregate (VMA), %, min.

Type I 12.0 11.0 N/A

Type II 13.0 12.0 N/A

Type III 14.0 13.0 N/A

*Dust –asphalt ratio is the percent of material passing the No. 22 sieve divided by the percent of effective asphalt (calculated by weight of mix).

Asphalt Surface Repair:

1. Asphalt Patching. Use asphalt cement grade PG 52-28 containing 6% (+/-.5% tolerance) asphalt cement by weight of the dry aggregate. Asphalt surface maintenance work requires the use of a tack coat meeting the requirements in SSHC, Section 702, Asphalt Materials. Asphalt concrete pavement aggregate shall meet the gradation requirements for Asphalt Concrete Type III aggregate.

2. Skin Patching. Shall meet the requirements of Asphalt Patching.

3. Crack sealing. Hot poured, meeting the requirements of ASTM D6690 Type IV for cold temperature climates. Submit material data/spec sheet upon request.

4. Crack filling. Hot poured, meeting the requirements of Crafco ROADSAVER 522. Submit material data/spec sheet upon request.

5. Blotting material. Sand shall be 100% passing the #8 sieve; other blotting materials shall be submitted for approval by the Engineer.

401-2.02 ANTI-STRIP ADDITIVES. Use anti-strip agents in the proportions determined by ATM 414 and included in the mix design. At least 70% of the aggregate must remain coated when tested according to ATM 414.

401-2.07 AGGREGATES. Use gradation requirements for Asphalt Concrete Type III aggregate as follows:

Sieve

Designation

% Passing

By Weight

½ inch 100

3/8 inch 80-90

No. 4 44-81

No. 8 40-66

No. 16 16-59

No. 30 9-49

No. 50 6-36

No. 100 4-22

No. 200 3-7

Asphalt aggregates will meet the requirements of SSHC 703-2.04 Aggregate for Asphalt Concrete Pavement.

401-3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS. For Asphalt Pavement, follow the construction requirements in SSHC Section 401, subsections 3.01 thru 3.20.

For All Repair Items. All repair work requires surface sweeping and removal of loose aggregate prior to repairing the surface with asphalt products. The Contractor is responsible for removing all debris from the service area.

The Contractor shall submit a copy of the manufacturer’s recommended installation procedures upon request.

All work must be protected until material is cooled or cured, per the manufacturer’s instructions, as applicable.

Over spray of tack coat shall be covered with blotter material. Any tracking of material shall be cleaned up by the Contractor.

1. Asphalt Patching. Compact the underlying material, adding water and D-1 as needed. The asphalt patch shall be a minimum of 2” thickness; if the existing asphalt is thicker than 2”, match the existing thickness.

There will be no standing water present prior to application of tack. Tack coat shall be applied to all asphalt edges. Over fill the hole slightly and compact thoroughly. Batch tickets that clearly indicate the type of asphalt cement and the percentage used in that batch shall be turned in to Rural Services upon request. After compaction the patch shall be slightly overfilled, but no more than 3/8”. Check for smoothness with a 10-foot straight edge and remediate any surface deviations of more than 3/8”.

2. Skin Patching. Sweep existing asphalt and apply tack coat to the entire area to be patched. Apply asphalt to treated area and compact thoroughly. Check for smoothness with a 10-foot straight edge and remediate any surface deviations of more than 3/8”.

3. Crack sealing. All crack sealing shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

4. Crack filling. Crack filling shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

5. Saw Cutting. Saw cutting pavement edges, if required, will be specified in the Work Order. Saw cutting is not required for asphalt patching of potholes.

Testing requirements for Asphalt Pavement. Asphalt content will be determined by ATM 405.

Density testing and thickness determination by core samples will be taken at least 24 hours after final rolling.

Each six-inch diameter core sample will be taken at random locations determined by the Engineer. The location of each core will be documented by the tester and all core samples must be taken in the presence of the Engineer.

In the absence of construction staking, the sampler shall use swing ties from permanent fixtures, and provide a sketch of locations and measuring.

Testing for gradations shall conform to SSHC subsection 703-2.04.

401-4.01 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. Asphalt Pavement and repair items shall be paid for at the contract unit price, completed and accepted. The costs of D-1, compaction, water, tack coat, anti-strip additives, and removal of waste/excess material, including sweeping loose aggregate, are included in the unit price for the pay item.

401-4.05 MINIMUM CALL-OUT AMOUNTS. The work items in this section shall have minimum call-out amounts as follows:

• Asphalt patching and skin patching: 120 square feet

• Crack sealing and filling: 200 linear feet

The Contractor and Commission shall negotiate a price for work less than the minimum call-out amount following procedures described in Section 106 Work Orders.

401-5.01 BASIS OF PAYMENT. The accepted quantities of Asphalt Pavement and Repairs items shall be paid for at the contract unit price, completed and accepted.

Payment will be made under:

Pay Item No. Pay Item Pay Unit

401(1-__) _____ inch Asphalt Concrete Square Foot

401(2) Asphalt Patching Square Foot

401(3) Skin Patch Square Foot

401(4) Crack Sealing Linear Foot

401(5) Crack Filling Linear Foot

401(6) Saw Cutting Linear Foot

SECTION 603

CULVERT & STORM DRAINS

603-1.01 DESCRIPTION. This work is for replacing existing culvert(s) and/or repairing damaged culverts, hereinafter referred to as "pipe". Prior to start of this work, ditches shall be cleaned and restored per Section 835 Drainage System Maintenance including all necessary excavation, backfill and imported backfill material.

603-2.01 MATERIALS.

Pipe. Corrugated steel pipe, and coupling bands, shall conform to the requirements of AASHTO M36 and ASHTO M303 for required sectional dimensions and gages.

PIPE DIAMETER MINIMUM COVER AMOUNT GAGE (THICKNESS)

12-Inch to 48-Inch 12-inches 16 (0.064”)

Gages and depth of burial ranges for larger pipe can be found in the DOT&PF Standard Drawings under Pipe and Arch Tables (D-04.21). Use of plastic or aluminum pipe requires approval by the Engineer.

Coatings.

1. Use zinc coated steel meeting AASHTO M 218.

2. Aluminum-coated steel meeting AASHTO M 274.

3. Aluminum-zinc alloy coated steel meeting AASHTO M 289.

Coupling Bands.

1. Type A. Coupling bands shall be a minimum of 24” wide. Coupling corrugations gage shall match those of the pipe.

2. Type B. (Dimple bands) Coupling bands shall be a minimum of 24” wide. Bands shall have at least two

(2) circumferential rows of projection for each pipe end being joined. Type B bands require a gasket that is resistant to infiltration and leakage.

Note: Connection of dissimilar metal culverts requires a minimum of 1/16th inch thick insulating material between the coupling bands for corrosion protection. Material requires approval prior to use from the Engineer.

All bolted connections on coupling bands shall be furnished with cut-washers placed between the nut and the angle bracket, or nuts with integral washers of materials compatible with the bands.

603-3.01 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL. Corrugated pipe shall be installed so that the top of the pipe is a minimum of 12 inches below the road surface or as indicated on the plans. For hilly terrain, culvert replacement shall have a gradient that follows the original ground line, but in no case shall be less than 1.5 percent. For level terrain, pipe may be laid flat if used for equalizing water. Use selected material, Type A for 6” below the pipe, backfilling and compacting until a minimum of 6 inches above the pipe. The remaining backfill material shall match the layers of the surrounding materials. When the existing excavated material is not suitable for backfill, as determined by the Engineer, imported backfill material shall meet the following sieve requirements:

Sieve % Passing Designation by Weight 2 inch 100 No 4 30-70 No 200 10 max

Compact material around the pipe in layers 6 inches in depth, to a density of not less than 95% of the maximum density as determined by AASHTO T 99. In-place field densities will be determined by AASHTO T 310.

The pipe outlet shall be constructed to prevent erosion of the embankment.

603-3.02 CULVERT MODIFICATIONS. Damaged pipe sections scheduled for repair or cut to fit the slope shall be cut by either sawing or torch cutting. All slag shall be removed and the end section ground reasonably smooth after torch cutting. Krylon Industrial Quality Cold Galvanized Spray, or an approved equivalent, shall be sprayed on galvanized pipe after cutting per manufacturer’s instructions.