21-025-Golfview Heights of Westgate Water Main Replacement - Technical Specifications.pdf

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Palm Beach County, Florida

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This is a technical specifications document for PBCWUD No. 21-025, the Golfview Heights of Westgate Water Main Replacement project in Palm Beach County, Florida, issued by the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD). The project encompasses potable water system improvements throughout the community, including abandonment and grouting of existing asbestos cement and undersized PVC water mains in place, replacement of existing fire hydrants and water services, relocation of front lot water meters to the Right-of-Way line, and resultant pavement, driveway, and sod restoration. Additionally, sanitary system improvements on Cherry Road and Ohio Street include installation of sanitary laterals, new gravity sanitary mains, and new sanitary manholes with connections to existing systems. The work will be constructed under a single unit-price contract with construction activities scheduled in accordance with specified phasing depicted in the construction drawings. Work hours are limited to 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays, with no work permitted during holidays. The contractor must submit detailed construction schedules, maintenance of traffic plans, and outage plans for any modifications to existing facilities, with a minimum 48-hour advance notice requirement.

The contract requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, permits, testing, and temporary facilities necessary for project completion, with mobilization and demobilization costs limited to 3.5 percent of the contract value, excluding bonds and insurance capped at 2 percent. Payment will be made according to unit prices for measured work and lump-sum amounts for specified items including bonds, insurance, mobilization, demobilization, and general conditions. The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations and obtain approval from the Palm Beach County Health Department, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, and other permitting entities prior to commencing work. All materials and products must conform to the Palm Beach County Water Utility Department's Approved Materials and Equipment List, with substitutions subject to formal review and engineer approval. The specifications include detailed measurement and payment provisions for various work items such as water main installation (DIP poly-wrapped and PVC pipes), ductile iron fittings, gate valves, tapping sleeves, line stops, grouting of existing mains, deactivation and abandonment of existing mains, and various restoration items including roadway, driveway, sidewalk, and sod work.

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PBCWUD No. 21-025 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PBCWUD NO. 21-025

STANDARD DESIGN SPECIFICATION SECTIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 01 – General Requirements

01 11 00 Summary of Work 01 14 00 Work Restrictions 01 14 13 Access to Site 01 20 00 Price and Payment Procedures 01 25 13 Product Substitution Procedures 01 26 63 Change Orders 01 29 00 Measurement and Payment 01 29 73 Schedule Of Values 01 31 13 Project Coordination 01 32 16 Construction Progress Schedule 01 32 36 Video Monitoring and Documentation 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01 35 13 Special Project Procedures 01 35 29 Health, Safety, and Emergency Response Procedures 01 42 13 Abbreviations and Acronyms 01 42 19 Reference Standards 01 45 00 Quality Control 01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 01 55 26 Traffic Control 01 57 00 Temporary Controls 01 57 13 Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control 01 66 00 Product Storage and Handling Requirements 01 71 13 Mobilization 01 71 23 Field Engineering 01 72 00 Project Record Drawings 01 73 29 Cutting and Patching 01 74 20 Gravity Pipeline Testing 01 74 30 Pressure Pipe Testing and Disinfection 01 74 40 Pipeline Cleaning 01 76 10 Protection of Existing Facilities 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures

DIVISION 02 – Existing Conditions

02 00 00 Existing Conditions 02 01 20 Handling and Disposal of Asbestos Cement Pipe 02 30 00 Subsurface Investigation 02 41 00 Demolition 02 41 13.23 Utility Line Removal / Abandonment

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DIVISION 03 – Concrete

03 00 00 Concrete 03 11 00 Concrete Forming 03 20 00 Concrete Reinforcing 03 30 00 Cast-In-Place Concrete 03 60 00 Grouting

DIVISION 09 – Finishes

09 96 01 Protective Coatings – Water Systems

DIVISION 31 – Earthwork

31 10 00 Site Preparation and Clearing 31 11 00 Clearing and Grubbing 31 20 00 Earth Moving 31 22 13 Rough Grading 31 22 19 Finish Grading 31 23 00 Excavation and Fill 31 23 13 Subgrade Preparation 31 23 19 Dewatering 31 23 23.33 Flowable Fill 31 23 33 Trenching and Backfilling 31 25 00 Erosion and Sedimentation Controls (Vegetative)

DIVISION 32 – Exterior Improvements

32 01 18 Pavement Repair and Resurfacing 32 12 16 Asphalt Paving 32 16 13 Curbs and Gutters 32 16 23 Sidewalks 32 16 33 Driveways 32 17 23 Pavement Markings and Signage 32 31 13 Chain Link Fences and Gates 32 92 23 Sodding

DIVISION 33 – Utilities

33 01 12 Sewer Flow Control 33 01 30.13 Sewer and Manhole Testing 33 01 30.16 TV Inspection of Gravity Pipelines 33 01 30.41 Cleaning of Sewers 33 01 30.61 Sewer And Pipe Joint Sealing 33 05 23.19 Trenchless Construction 33 05 23.26 Utility Impact Moling 33 05 13 Manholes and Structures 33 26 35 Wet Tapping and Line Stopping 33 26 40 Valves and Appurtenances 33 26 60 Water Transmission Systems 33 30 54 Fire Hydrants 33 95 40 Small PVC Non-Pressure Piping, Rubber Joints 33 95 45 Ductile Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings

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33 95 50 Polyvinylchloride (PVC) Pressure Pipe 33 95 60 Hot-Tapping Valves and Appurtenances

Appendix “A” – Approved Permits

1. Palm Beach County Health Department Permit – 138307-748-DSGP

2. Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Approval – PBC2023-6500

3. Palm Beach County Utility Permit Conditions – UT66449-1223

4. Palm Beach County Health Department Permit – 138307-850-DWC

5. Palm Beach County Utility Permit Conditions – UT74806-0426

Appendix “B” – Geotechnical Exploration Results

Appendix “C” – Subsurface Utility Exploration Test Hole Data by InfraMap & BFA

PBCWUD No. 21-025 SUMMARY OF WORK

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SECTION 01 11 00 – SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 THE SUMMARY

A. Construct Work as described in the Contract Documents.

1. Provide the materials, equipment, and incidentals required to make the Project completely and fully operable.

2. Only the materials listed in Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department Engineering Services Division - Approved Materials and Equipment List (Latest Version) are approved for use within the PBCWUD service area, or as specified herein.

3. Provide the labor, equipment, tools, and consumable supplies required for a complete Project.

4. Provide the civil, and all other Work required for a complete and operable Project.

5. Test and place the completed Project in operation.

6. Provide special tools, spare parts, lubricants, supplies, or other materials as indicated in Contract Documents for the operation and maintenance of the Project.

7. Arrange and coordinate with Supplier for deliveries of OWNER purchased products in accordance with construction schedule, coordinate to avoid conflict with work and conditions at the site. Unload the products at the site, and store and protect the products in accordance with the Supplier’s instructions.

8. The WORK shall be complete, and all work, materials, and services not expressly indicated or called for in the Contract Documents which may be necessary for the complete and proper construction of the WORK in good faith shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR and coordinated with the ENGINEER as though originally so indicated, at no increase in cost to the OWNER.

9. CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety regulations, laws and standards, as well as any specific Palm Beach County or Water Utilities Department requirements while completing the work.

10. Except as specifically noted, the CONTRACTOR shall provide and pay for:

a. Labor, materials, and equipment.

b. Tools, equipment and machinery.

c. Water, electricity, and other utilities required to complete project.

d. Other facilities and services necessary for proper execution and completion of the work.

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e. Permits, surveys, and testing.

B. The CONTRACTOR and its SUBCONTRACTORS shall meet the qualification requirements as defined in the front-end specifications.

1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

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

1. Potable water system improvements throughout the community including:

a. Abandonment and grouting of existing asbestos cement and undersized PVC water mains in place.

b. Replacement of existing fire hydrants and water services connected to the abandoned existing water mains.

c. Front lot existing water meter relocations to Right-of-Way line.

d. Resultant pavement, driveway, sod, and miscellaneous restoration.

2. Sanitary system improvements on Cherry Road & Ohio St including:

a. Installation of sanitary laterals and connections to existing gravity sewer systems.

b. Installation of new gravity sanitary mains

c. Installation of new sanitary manholes and connections to existing sanitary manholes.

1.3 CONTRACT METHOD

A. The WORK hereunder will be constructed under a single unit-price contract.

1.4 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS

A. The following construction work is not included in this Contract, but may impact construction scheduling, testing, and startup: None known at this time.

B. Obtain clarification from the OWNER in the case of a disagreement between the above list and those specified elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

C. Completion of the Work described in this Contract may impact the construction and testing of the items listed above.

1. Coordinate construction activities through the OWNER.

2. Pay claims for damages which result from the late completion of the Project or any specified Milestones.

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1.5 WORK BY OTHERS

A. Where two (2) or more contracts are being performed at one time on the same Site or adjacent land in such manner that work under one contract may interfere with work under another, the OWNER will determine the sequence and order of the Work in either or both contracts. When the Site of one contract is the necessary or convenient means of access for performance of work under another, the OWNER may grant privilege of access or other reasonable privilege to the CONTRACTOR so desiring, to the extent, amount, and in manner and at time that the OWNER may determine. No OWNER determination of method or time or sequence or order of the work or access privilege shall be the basis for a claim for delay or damage except under provisions of the General Conditions for temporary suspensions of the work. 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 allow continued safe access to their respective portions of the Site, as required to perform work under their respective contracts.

B. Interference With Work on Utilities: The CONTRACTOR shall cooperate fully with all utility forces of the OWNER or forces of other public or private agencies engaged in the relocation, altering, or otherwise rearranging of any facilities which interfere with the progress of the WORK, and shall schedule the WORK so as to minimize interference with said relocation, altering, or other rearranging of facilities.

1.6 WORK SEQUENCE

A. CONTRACTOR shall schedule its construction operations that no interference with an operation of the OWNER’S system will occur when directed by OWNER.

B. Work hours are limited to the hours of 7:00am to 5:00pm during weekdays, unless further restrictions are listed. No work is permitted during holidays.

C. CONTRACTOR shall perform work in accordance with the construction phases described in the construction drawings, and consistent with any restrictions stated in Section 01 14 00 Work Restrictions.

1.7 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. The CONTRACTOR’S use of the Site shall be limited to its construction operations, including on-site storage of materials, on-site fabrication facilities, and field offices.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall not use any of the private properties or any portion of the Site until and authorization from the property owner is granted for any of its construction operations.

1.8 OUTAGE PLAN AND REQUESTS

A. Unless the Contract Documents indicate otherwise, the CONTRACTOR shall not remove from service, de-energize, or modify settings for any existing pipeline, valve, equipment, structure, road, or any other facility without permission from the ENGINEER.

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1. Outages and service connections shall be performed during non-peak times, unless specifically allowed by the OWNER to occur during this times.

B. Where the WORK requires modifications to existing facilities or construction of new facilities and connection of new facilities to existing facilities, the CONTRACTOR shall submit a detailed outage plan and schedule for the OWNERS approval a minimum of 48 hours in advance of the time that such outage is planned.

C. The outage plan shall be coordinated with the construction schedule and shall meet the restrictions and conditions of the Contract Documents. The outage plan shall describe the CONTRACTOR’S method for preventing bypassing of system; the length of time required to complete said operation. All costs for preparing and implementing the outage plans shall be at no increase in cost to the OWNER.

D. The ENGINEER shall be notified in writing at least 48 hours in advance of the required outage if the schedule for performing the work has changed or if revisions to the outage plan are required.

E. The CONTRACTOR shall provide written confirmation of the shutdown date and time 48 hours prior to the actual shutdown.

1.9 OWNER USE OF THE SITE AND OCCUPANCY

A. The OWNER may utilize all or part of the existing facilities during the entire period of construction for the conduct of the OWNER’S normal operations. The CONTRACTOR shall cooperate and coordinate with the ENGINEER to facilitate the OWNER’S operations and to minimize interference with the CONTRACTOR’S operations at the same time. In any event, the OWNER shall be allowed access to the Site during the period of construction.

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

C. OWNER may accept the facility for continued use after startup and testing at the option of the OWNER. If acceptance is delayed at the option of the OWNER, shut down facilities per approved Operation and Maintenance (O&M) procedures.

D. The execution of bonds indicates the consent of the surety to these provisions for occupancy of the structures and use of equipment.

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

F. Conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the OWNER and general public.

1.10 REQUIREMENTS OF OTHER AGENCIES

A. When performing Work on facilities owned by agencies other than OWNER, comply with all requirements of such agencies which are more restrictive than those specified herein.

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1.11 PROTECTION OF EXISTING STRUCTURES

A. The CONTRACTOR shall assume full responsibility for the protection of all existing buildings, structures, poles, signs, services to buildings, hydrants, drains, duct banks and electric and telephone cables, whether or not they are shown on the Drawings. The CONTRACTOR shall carefully support and protect all such structures and utilities from injury of any kind. Any damage resulting from the CONTRACTOR’S operations shall be repaired by the CONTRACTOR at CONTRACTOR’S expense.

B. Protection and temporary removal and replacement of existing structures as described in this Section shall be a part of the WORK under the Contract and all costs in connection therewith shall be included in the Bid Price.

PART 2 -- PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 -- EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

PBCWUD No. 21-025 WORK RESTRICTIONS

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SECTION 01 14 00– WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 THE SUMMARY

A. WORK shall be scheduled, sequenced, and performed in a manner which minimizes disruption to the public and to the operation and maintenance of existing facilities along the pipeline alignment.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall incorporate the construction and schedule constraints of this Section in preparing the construction schedules required under Section 01 32 16 – Construction Progress Schedule.

C. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for incorporating all necessary construction activities to comply with the overall project’s construction phasing depicted within the Contract Drawings and shall coordinate all scheduling, conflicts, timing, etc. with the OWNER, Right-of-way Owner, and ENGINEER as construction progresses.

1.2 BYPASSING

A. Bypassing of untreated or partially treated sewage to surface waters or drainage courses is prohibited during construction. In the event accidental bypassing is caused by the CONTRACTOR's operations, the OWNER shall immediately be entitled to employ others to stop the bypassing and costs incurred therefore will be deducted from the CONTRACTOR's construction progress payments.

1.3 COMPLIANCE WITH NPDES PERMIT

A. If applicable, the NPDES permit specifies the water quality limits that the plant must meet prior to discharging its effluent. A copy of the NPDES permit shall be available at the site by the CONTRACTOR if required. In scheduling and performing the WORK, the CONTRACTOR shall not, directly or indirectly, prevent any piping system from achieving the discharge requirements. Penalties imposed on the OWNER as a result of any discharge violation caused by the actions of the CONTRACTOR or its employees, or subcontractors shall be borne in full by the CONTRACTOR, including fines, legal fees, and other expenses to the OWNER resulting directly or indirectly from such discharge violations. The OWNER may recover such sums by deductions from the construction progress payments.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall take necessary precautions to ensure that no damage occurs to the OWNER’S facilities, including piping, utilities, roads, and structures, that are to remain in operation and are not to be modified or replaced, in accordance with Section 01 76 10 – Protection of Existing Facilities. Any temporary facilities, materials, equipment, and labor required for the project to continue to meet the terms of the NPDES permit during construction shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR as part of the WORK. At the completion of work, such temporary facilities, materials, and equipment shall be removed from the Site as part of the WORK.

1.4 OUTAGE REQUESTS

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A. Modifications to existing facilities, the construction of new facilities, and the connection of new to existing facilities may require the temporary outage or bypass of existing facilities. In such cases, the CONTRACTOR shall coordinate WORK with the ENGINEER as described below. The CONTRACTOR shall submit a detailed outage plan and time schedule for construction activities which will make it necessary to remove a tank, pipeline, channel, electrical circuit, equipment, structure, road, or other facilities from service.

B. The outage plans shall be submitted to the ENGINEER for acceptance a minimum of 48 hours in advance of the time that such outages are required. The outage plans shall be coordinated with the construction schedule and shall meet the restrictions and conditions of this Section. The outage plan shall describe the CONTRACTOR's method for preventing bypassing of pump station; the length of time required to complete the operation.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall not begin any alteration affecting existing facilities until specific written approval has been granted by the ENGINEER in each case.

D. The ENGINEER shall be notified in writing at least 48 hours in advance of the required outage if the schedule for performing the WORK has changed or if revisions to the outage plan are required. The CONTRACTOR shall provide written confirmation of the shutdown date and time 48 hours prior to the actual shutdown.

1.5 TEMPORARY CONNECTIONS

A. Making connections to existing facilities or other operations that interfere with the operation of the existing equipment shall be thoroughly planned in advance, and required equipment, materials, and labor shall be on hand at the time of undertaking the connections. WORK shall be completed as quickly as possible and with as little delay as possible and shall proceed continuously (24 hours a day and seven days a week) if necessary to complete modifications and/or connections in the minimum time.

B. The cost of any temporary facilities and night, weekend, or holiday activity and overtime payments required during process interruptions shall be included in the WORK, where and when allowed by the OWNER.

C. Temporary facilities and piping shall be located to minimize interference with CONTRACTOR's construction facilities and OWNER's operation and maintenance of the utility system. Unless otherwise indicated, each temporary pipeline shall be of the same size as its connection to the existing or permanent facility at the downstream end of the pipeline. Piping materials shall be suitable for the material being conveyed and be as required in the Contract Specifications.

D. A plan showing the size and location of the temporary facilities and piping shall be submitted to the ENGINEER at the same time as the outage plan required under this Section. Costs for design, provision, operation, and removal of temporary facilities and piping shall be part of the WORK.

1.6 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCING

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A. Construction activities shall be scheduled and sequenced in accordance with the project’s depicted overall Construction Phasing in a manner that ensures continuous operation of the existing utility system and maintains overall traffic flow to the Right-of- Way Owner’s satisfaction. The CONTRACTOR's scheduling shall develop construction sequencing so that the WORK will not adversely impact the utility system or necessary services & access. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for development of the construction sequencing that also complies with the overall Construction Phasing depicted in the Construction Drawings. In implementing the construction sequencing, the CONTRACTOR shall maintain the existing facilities in service until new facilities are constructed and are operational to supplement the existing capacity. When new facilities are operational, the existing facilities may be taken out of service. The following general guidelines shall be used by the CONTRACTOR in planning the sequence of construction.

1. Safe working conditions for personnel shall be maintained during rehabilitation, modification, and demolition WORK. The foregoing includes at least proper trench excavation, the provision of temporary equipment guards, supports, warning signs, walkways, covers over openings, handrailing, and protection of electrical equipment and power supply.

2. Temporary facilities shall be constructed in accordance with applicable codes and regulations to operate safely and properly.

3. Valves to be temporarily shut off during the WORK shall be approved by the

OWNER.

4. Maintenance of both East-West and North-South traffic flow within the overall neighborhood / community that the project is within or adjacent to in a manner that is acceptable to the Right-of-Way Owner and/or Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), if applicable.

1.7 PERMITS

A. No work shall commence before all necessary permits have been obtained.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall keep himself fully informed of all local ordinances, state and federal laws and regulations, and interpretations of these laws, ordinances and regulations by a governmental body or agency, including but not limited to, the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation, the Technical Advisory Group of the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the South Florida Water Management District, which in any manner affect the work herein specified. The CONTRACTOR shall at all times comply with said ordinances, laws and regulations and protect and indemnify the OWNER, the ENGINEER, and the respective employees, and their officers and agents against any claim or liability arising from or based on the violation of such laws, ordinances, or regulations. All Design permits and fees have been paid; however, all post-design permits, licenses, and inspection fees necessary for protection and completion of the work for the duration of Construction shall be secured and paid for by the CONTRACTOR unless otherwise specified.

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C. The CONTRACTOR shall abide by the conditions of permits and shall obtain proof of satisfaction of conditions from issuers of permits prior to acceptance of the WORK by the

OWNER.

1.8 OPERATION OF EXISTING SYSTEM PROHIBITED

A. At no time shall the CONTRACTOR close off any lines or open valves or take any other action which would affect the operation of the existing system, except under direction of the OWNER.

1.9 SEQUENCE AND SCHEDULE CONSTRAINTS

A. General: It is the CONTRACTOR's responsibility to coordinate and plan the construction activities to integrate each schedule constraint into performance of the overall WORK.

B. CONTRACTOR’S schedules and sequencing of all construction activities shall comply with the overall Construction Phasing depicted in the Construction Drawings and shall be submitted to the OWNER, Right-of-Way Owner, and ENGINEER for approval with minimum one (1) week of notice to ensure adequate time for review and adjustments.

1. The construction phasing boundaries depicted on the Construction Drawings are to be adhered to by the CONTRACTOR and shall be coordinated with the OWNER and ENGINEER prior to execution related to specific infrastructure installation activities, work being performed at the limits of each construction phase, anticipated work for the following phases, and any proposed adjustments of same.

2. CONTRACTOR shall submit an MOT plan for each Phase to the OWNER, ENGINEER, and the appropriate Department(s) at PBC for all work areas prior to construction. MOT plans are to be clear and include all information required by the Right-of-Way Owner.

3. The CONTRACTOR shall sully and acceptable complete all necessary improvements, restoration and related activities within one phase prior to starting the next phase, including:

a. Main and service replacement installation

b. Temporary restoration as required by the Construction Drawings, Right-of-Way Owner, Permit conditions, and/or directive by the OWNER or ENGINEER.

c. HRS clearance (release) of all proposed infrastructure within the given phase.

d. All service connections or relocations & replacements depicted on the construction drawings, unless coordinated and given approval in writing by the OWNER and ENGINEER.

e. All main connections depicted on the construction drawings, unless coordinated and given approval in writing by the OWNER and ENGINEER.

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f. All deactivations, grouting / removals / abandonments and any required abatement depicted on the construction drawings, unless coordinated and given approval in writing by the OWNER and ENGINEER.

g. All roadway, driveway, sidewalk, curbing and other restoration depicted on the construction drawings and/or required as a result of CONTRACTOR’S construction activities, unless coordinated and given approval in writing by the OWNER and ENGINEER.

h. There may be some limited roadway areas within a given phase that will need to be excavated or disturbed again in a subsequent phase that the CONTRACTOR may clearly identify in writing to the OWNER, Right-of-Way Owner, and ENGINEER and request final restoration be delayed to a later phase. Approval for these requests must be provided in writing prior to the scheduling or performing of any final roadway restoration of a given phase so as to meet the phasing work restrictions and move onto the next phase.

C. The listing of sequence and schedule constraints below does not mean that every constraint or special condition has been identified. The list does not substitute for the CONTRACTOR's coordination and planning for completion of the WORK within the Contract Times.

D. The following constraints affect the construction sequence and schedule. These constraints must be accommodated to minimize or prevent service interruptions, which must be considered in the construction sequence and schedule.

1. Schools normal operations (including School Bus Routes within/adjacent to Project Area)

2. Church normal operations

3. Crop Harvesting Season.

4. Access to Hospitals and Fire Stations

5. Public Transportation

6. United States Post Office activities and all other related mail / package delivery activities

7. Solid Waste Collection

a. Trash: Wednesday & Saturday

b. Recycle: Wednesday

c. Vegetation: Saturday

d. Debris: Saturday

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1.10 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 2 -- EXECUTION (NOT USED)

PBCWUD No. 21-025 ACCESS TO SITE

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SECTION 01 14 13– ACCESS TO SITE

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 THE SUMMARY

A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide safe access to the project site with minimal disruption to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

B. Related sections:

1. Section 01 11 00 – Summary of Work

2. Section 01 66 00 – Product Storage and Handling Requirements

1.2 CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall submit 3 copies of a traffic control plan to the appropriate permitting entity for approval a minimum of 2 weeks prior to construction. The appropriate permitting shall be allowed access to observe these traffic control plans in use and to make any changes as field conditions warrant. Any changes required by the appropriate permitting shall supersede these plans and be done solely at the CONTRACTOR's expense.

1.3 HIGHWAY LIMITATIONS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall make its own investigation of the condition of available public and private roads and of clearances, restrictions, bridge load limits, and other limitations affecting transportation and ingress and egress to the site of the WORK. It shall be the CONTRACTOR's responsibility to construct and maintain any haul roads required for its construction operations.

1.4 TEMPORARY CROSSINGS

A. General:

1. Continuous, unobstructed, safe, and adequate pedestrian and vehicular access shall be provided to fire hydrants, commercial and industrial establishments, churches, schools, parking lots, service stations, motels, fire and police stations, and hospitals.

2. Safe and adequate public transportation stops and pedestrian crossings at intervals not exceeding 300-feet shall be provided.

3. The CONTRACTOR shall cooperate with parties involved in the delivery of mail and removal of trash and garbage so as to maintain existing schedules for such services.

4. Vehicular access to residential driveways shall be maintained to the property line except when necessary construction precludes such access for reasonable periods of time.

B. Temporary Bridges:

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1. Wherever necessary, to maintain vehicular crossings, the CONTRACTOR shall provide suitable temporary bridges or steel plates over unfilled excavations, except in such cases as the CONTRACTOR shall secure the written consent of the responsible individuals or authorities to omit such temporary bridges or steel plates, which written consent shall be delivered to the ENGINEER prior to excavation.

2. Such bridges or steel plates shall be maintained in service until access is provided across the backfilled excavation.

3. Temporary bridges or steel plates for street and highway crossing shall conform to the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction in each case, and the CONTRACTOR shall adopt designs furnished by said authority for such bridges or steel plates, or shall submit designs to said authority for approval, as may be required.

C. Street Use:

1. Nothing herein shall be construed to entitle the CONTRACTOR to the exclusive use of any public street, alleyway, or parking area during the performance of the WORK hereunder, and it shall conduct its operations to not interfere unnecessarily with the authorized work of utility companies or other agencies in such streets, alleyways, or parking areas.

2. No Street shall be closed to the public without first obtaining permission of the ENGINEER and proper governmental authority.

3. Where excavation is being performed in primary streets or highways, one lane in each direction shall be kept open to traffic at all times unless otherwise indicated.

4. Toe boards shall be provided to retain excavated material if required by the ENGINEER or the agency having jurisdiction over the street or highway.

5. Fire hydrants on or adjacent to the WORK shall be kept accessible to fire-fighting equipment.

6. Temporary provisions shall be made by the CONTRACTOR to assure the use of sidewalks and the proper functioning of gutters, storm drain inlets, and other drainage facilities

D. Safety:

1. The CONTRACTOR shall take necessary precautions for the protection of the WORK and the safety of the public.

2. All signs, signals, and barricades shall conform to the requirements of Subpart G, Part 1926, of the OSHA Safety and Health Standards for Construction.

E. Traffic Control:

1. For the protection of traffic in public or private streets and ways, the CONTRACTOR shall provide, place, and maintain necessary barricades, traffic cones, warning signs, lights, and other safety devices in accordance with the requirements of the "Manual

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on Uniform Traffic Control Devices," published by American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO MUTCD-10) and other authorities having jurisdiction over the street or highway.

2. The CONTRACTOR shall take necessary precautions for the protection of the WORK and the safety of the public. Barricades and obstructions shall be illuminated at night, and lights shall be kept burning from sunset until sunrise.

3. The CONTRACTOR shall station such guards or flaggers and shall conform to such special safety regulations relating to traffic control as may be required by the public authorities within their respective jurisdictions.

4. Signs, signals, and barricades shall conform to the requirements of Subpart G, Part 1926, of the OSHA Safety and Health Standards for Construction.

5. The CONTRACTOR shall remove traffic control devices when no longer needed, repair damage caused by installation of the devices, and shall remove post settings and backfill the resulting holes to match grade.

F. Temporary Street Closure:

1. If closure of any street is required during construction, the CONTRACTOR shall apply in writing to the City Engineer and any other jurisdictional agencies at least 30 Days in advance of the required closure. A Detour and Traffic Control Plan shall accompany the application.

G. Temporary Driveway Closure:

1. The CONTRACTOR shall notify the owner or occupant (if not owner-occupied) of the closure of the driveways to be closed more than one 8 hours work day at least 3 working days prior to the closure.

2. The CONTRACTOR shall minimize the inconvenience and minimize the time period that the driveways will be closed. The CONTRACTOR shall fully explain to the owner/occupant how long the closure will take and when closure will start.

PART 2 -- PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PBCWUD No. 21-025 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 20 00– PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 THE SUMMARY

A. Submit Applications for Payment to the OWNER in accordance with the schedule established by the General Conditions of the Contract Documents.

B. The Contract Price is to include costs for:

1. All home office overhead costs and expenses, including profit made directly or indirectly for the Project;

2. Project management, contract administration, field office and field operations staff, including supervision, clerical support, and technology system support;

3. Professional services including design fees, legal fees, and other professional services;

4. Bonds and insurance;

5. Permits, licenses, patent fees, and royalties;

6. Taxes;

7. Providing all documentation and submittals required by the Contract Documents;

8. Facilities and equipment at the Site including:

a. Field offices, office furnishings, and all related office supplies, software, and equipment,

b. Storage facilities for CONTRACTOR’s use, storage facilities for stored materials and equipment, including spare parts storage,

c. Shops, physical plant, construction equipment, small tools, vehicles, technology, and telecommunications equipment,

d. Safety equipment and facilities to provide safe access and working conditions for workers and for others working at the Site,

e. Temporary facilities for power and communications,

f. Potable water and sanitation facilities, and

g. Mobilization and demobilization for all of these facilities and equipment;

9. Products, materials, and equipment stored at the Site or other suitable location;

10. Products, materials, and equipment permanently incorporated into the Project;

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11. Temporary facilities for managing water, including facilities for pumping, storage, and treatment as required for construction and protection of the environment;

12. Temporary facilities for managing environmental conditions and Constituents of Concern;

13. Temporary facilities such as storage facilities, working areas, and other facilities required for construction of the Project;

14. Temporary and permanent facilities for protection of all overhead, surface, or underground structures or features;

15. Temporary and permanent facilities for removal, relocation, or replacement of any overhead, surface, or underground structures or features;

16. Products, materials, and equipment consumed during the construction of the Project;

17. CONTRACTOR labor and supervision to complete the Project, including that provided through Subcontractors or Suppliers;

18. Correcting Defective Work during the Contract Times, during the Correction Period, or as required to meet any warranty provision of the Contract Documents;

19. Risk associated with weather and environmental conditions.

20. Maintenance of facilities, until operation is transferred to OWNER;

21. Providing warranties, extended or special warranties, or extended service agreements;

22. Cleanup and disposal of any and all surplus materials; and

23. Demobilization of all physical, temporary facilities not incorporated into the Project.

C. Include the cost not specifically set forth as an individual payment item but required to provide a complete and functional system in the Contract Price.

D. Submit Payment Application for completed Work and for materials and equipment in accordance with the Contract Documents.

E. Related Sections:

1. Contract between the OWNER and the CONTRACTOR.

2. General Conditions of the Contract Documents

3. Section 01 26 63 – Change Orders

4. Section 01 29 00 – Measurement and Payment

5. Section 01 32 16 – Construction Progress Schedule

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1.2 PROCEDURES FOR SUBMITTING A PAYMENT APPLICATION

A. Submit a draft Payment Application to the ENGINEER at the end of the payment period as established in the Contract. Review the draft Payment Application with the ENGINEER to determine concurrence with:

1. The earned value for each lump sum item including the value of properly stored and documented materials and equipment for each item in the original Contract;

2. The quantity of Work completed for each unit price item;

3. Values requested for materials and equipment consistent with invoices for materials and equipment;

B. Submit Payment Applications as a Working File. Do not leave any cells empty or incomplete. If information is not applicable, enter NA in the space provided.

1. Number each application sequentially and include the dates for the application period.

2. Show the total amounts for Earned Value of Original Contract Performed, Earned Value for Work on Approved Contract Modifications, and Net Set-offs. Show total amounts that correspond to totals indicated on the attached tabulation for each.

Execute the Certification with the signature of a responsible officer of the CONTRACTOR’s firm. The Certification shall state that “all Work, including materials, covered by this Application for Payment has been completed or delivered and stored in accordance with the Contract Documents, that all amounts have been paid for Work, materials, and equipment for which previous payment has been made by the OWNER, and that the current payment amount shown in this Payment Application is now due.”

1.3 SUBSTANTIATING DATA FOR PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall submit suitable information, with a cover letter identifying:

1. Project Name.

2. Application number, date and period of coverage.

3. Detailed list of enclosures.

4. For stored products:

a. Item number and identification as shown on the application.

b. Description of specific material.

c. Invoice for products/materials stored.

5. Submit updated Construction Schedule.

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6. Provide record drawings for piping installation within the payment period.

7. Provide items specified within Article 54 of The General Conditions.

B. Submit one (1) copy of data with each original application.

1.4 PREPARATION OF APPLICATION FOR FINAL PAYMENT

A. Fill in Application form as specified for progress payments.

B. Use continuation sheet for presenting the final statement of accounting.

C. Final payment requires additional procedures and documentation per Section 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures.

D. The final Payment Application is to incorporate adjustments to the Contract Price including those for:

1. Adjustments of estimated quantities to actual quantities;

2. Approved Change Orders;

3. Allowances not previously adjusted by Change Order;

4. Deductions for Defective Work that has been accepted by the OWNER;

5. Penalties and bonuses;

6. Deductions for liquidated damages;

7. Deduction for all final Set-offs; and

8. Other adjustments if needed.

1.5 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURE

A. Submit Applications for Payment to the ENGINEER at the times stipulated.

B. Submit not less than two (2) originals of each Application.

C. When the ENGINEER finds the Application to be properly completed and correct, it will be sent to the OWNER with a recommendation for payment.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (NOT USED)

PBCWUD No. 21-025 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 25 13 – PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 THE SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Furnish and install products specified, under options and conditions for substitutions stated in this Section.

B. Related sections:

1. Section 01 29 00 - Measurement and Payment

2. Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures

3. Section 01 66 00 – Product Storage and Handling Requirements

4. Section 01 77 00 – Closeout Procedures

1.2 REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS, CODES, AND STANDARDS

A. The Palm Beach County Water Utility Department - Approved Materials List (Latest Version)

1.3 CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

A. Products List:

1. Within thirty days after Award of the Contract, submit to the ENGINEER five copies of a complete list of major products proposed for installation.

2. Tabulate products by Specification Section Number and Title.

3. For products specified only by reference standards, list the following information for each such product:

a. Name and address of manufacturer.

b. Trade name.

c. Model or catalog designation.

d. Manufacturer's data including reference standards and performance test data.

B. CONTRACTOR’s Options

1. For products specified only by reference standard, select products meeting that standard, by any manufacturer.

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2. For products specified by naming several products or manufacturer's, select any one of those products and manufacturers named which comply with the Specifications.

3. For products specified by naming only one or more products or manufacturers and stating "or equal", submit a request as for substitutions, for any product or manufacturer which is not specifically named.

4. For those specified by naming only one product and manufacturer, there is no option and no substitution will be allowed.

1.4 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Within a period of thirty days after Award of the Contract, the ENGINEER will consider formal requests from the CONTRACTOR for substitutions of products in place of those specified. The burden of proof as to the type, function, and quality of any such substitution product, material or equipment shall be on the CONTRACTOR.

1. After the end of the thirty day period, requests will be considered only in case of product unavailability or other conditions beyond the control of the CONTRACTOR.

B. Submit a separate request for each substitution. Support each request with the following:

1. Complete data substantiating compliance of the proposed substitution with the requirements stated in the Contract Documents:

a. Product identification, including manufacturer's name and address.

b. Manufacturer's literature identifying:

1) Product description.

2) Reference standards.

3) Performance and test data.

c. Samples, as applicable.

d. Name and address of a minimum of 5 similar projects on which the product has been used, the date of each installation, and contact information for a reference for those projects.

2. An itemized comparison of the proposed substitution with the product specified, listing all variations.

3. Data relating to changes in the construction schedule.

4. Any effect of the substitution on separate contracts.

5. List of changes, if any, required in other work or products.

6. Accurate cost data comparing proposed substitutions with the product specified.

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7. Designation of required license fees or royalties.

8. Availability of maintenance services and sources of replacement materials.

C. Substitutions will not be considered for acceptance when:

1. They are indicated or implied on Shop Drawings or product data submittals without a formal request from the CONTRACTOR.

2. They are requested directly by a subcontractor or a supplier.

3. Acceptance will require substantial revisions to the Contract Documents.

4. There is added cost deemed unwarranted by the OWNER.

5. The substitution results in a time delay.

D. The ENGINEER shall evaluate each proposed substitution within a reasonable period of time.

E. The ENGINEER will record the time required by the ENGINEER in evaluating substitutions proposed by the CONTRACTOR and in making changes by the CONTRACTOR in the Contract Documents subject to the substitution.

F. Substitute products shall not be ordered or installed without written acceptance of the

ENGINEER.

G. The ENGINEER will be the sole judge as to the type, function, and quality of any such substitution and the ENGINEER’s decision shall be final.

H. The ENGINEER may require the CONTRACTOR to furnish additional data about the proposed substitution.

I. The OWNER may require the CONTRACTOR to furnish a special performance guarantee or other surety with respect to any substitution.

J. Acceptance by the ENGINEER of a substitution item proposed by the CONTRACTOR shall not relieve the CONTRACTOR of the responsibility for full compliance with the Contract Documents and for adequacy of substitution.

K. Without any increase in cost to the OWNER, the CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for and pay all costs in connection with proposed substitutions and of inspections and testing of equipment or materials submitted for review prior to the CONTRACTOR’s purchase thereof for incorporation in the Work, whether or not the ENGINEER accepts the proposed substitution or proposed equipment, or material. The CONTRACTOR shall reimburse the OWNER for the charges of the ENGINEER for evaluating each proposed substitution.

L. The CONTRACTOR shall pay all costs of implementing accepted substitutions, including redesign and changes to Work necessary to accommodate the substitution.

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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Certifications

1. In making formal requests for substitutions, the CONTRACTOR certifies that:

a. CONTRACTOR has investigated the proposed product and has determined that it is equal to or superior in all respects to that specified.

b. CONTRACTOR will provide, at a minimum, the same warranties or bonds for substitute products as for the product specified unless otherwise required by paragraph 1.3.I of this specification section.

c. CONTRACTOR will coordinate installation of accepted substitutions into the Work, and will make such changes required for the Work to be complete in all respects.

d. CONTRACTOR waives claims for additional costs caused by substitutions which may subsequently become apparent.

e. Cost data is complete and includes related costs under this Contract, but not the following:

1) Costs under separate contracts.

2) The ENGINEER's costs of redesign or revision of the Contract Documents.

PART 2 -- PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PBCWUD No. 21-025 CHANGE ORDERS

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SECTION 01 26 63– CHANGE ORDERS

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 THE SUMMARY

A. Promptly implement Change Order procedure.

1. Provide full written data required to evaluate changes.

2. Maintain detailed records of Work done on a time and materials/force account basis.

3. Provide full documentation to the ENGINEER on request.

B. Designate in writing the member of the CONTRACTOR's organization:

1. Authorized to accept changes in the Work.

2. Responsible for informing others in the CONTRACTOR's employ of the authorization of changes in the Work.

C. The OWNER will designate in writing the person authorized to execute Change Orders.

1.2 REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS, CODES, AND STANDARDS

A. Related Sections:

1. Agreement of the Contract Documents

2. General Conditions of the Contract Documents

3. Supplementary Conditions of the Contract Documents

4. Section 01 20 00 – Price and Payment Procedures

5. Section 01 29 00 – Measurement and Payment

6. Section 01 32 16 – Construction Progress Schedule

7. Section 01 33 00 – Submittal Procedures

8. Section 01 77 00 – Closeout Procedures

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. “Change Order”: See the General Conditions and the Supplementary Conditions of the Contract Documents.

B. “Field Order”: See the General Conditions and the Supplementary Conditions of the Contract Documents.

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C. “Work Directive”: See the General Conditions and the Supplementary Conditions of the Contract Documents.

D. Construction Change Authorization: A written order to the CONTRACTOR, signed by the OWNER and the ENGINEER (if applicable), which amends the Contract Documents as described, and authorizes the CONTRACTOR to proceed with a change which affects the Contract Sum and/or the Contract Time, for inclusion in a subsequent Change Order.

1.4 PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES AT AN AGREED UPON SUM/TIME

A. The OWNER or the ENGINEER (if applicable) may initiate changes by submitting a written Proposal Request to the CONTRACTOR. Such requests will include the following:

1. Detailed description of the Change, products, and location of the change in the project.

2. Supplementary or revised Drawings and Specifications.

3. The projected time span for making the change, and a specific statement as to whether overtime work is or is not authorized.

4. A specific period of time during which the requested price will be considered valid.

5. Such request is for information only, and is not an instruction to execute the changes, nor to stop Work in progress.

B. The CONTRACTOR may initiate changes by submitting a written notice to the OWNER and the ENGINEER (if applicable) containing the following:

1. Description of the proposed changes.

2. Statement of the reason for making the changes.

3. Statement of the effect on the Contract Sum and the Contract Time.

4. Statement of the effect of the Work on other prime CONTRACTORs.

5. Documentation supporting any change in Contract Sum or Contract Time, as appropriate.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION CHANGE AUTHORIZATIONS AND WORK DIRECTIVES

A. In lieu of a Proposal Request, the OWNER or the ENGINEER (if applicable) may issue a construction change authorization or a Work Directive for the CONTRACTOR to proceed with a change for subsequent inclusion in the next Change Order.

B. The Authorization or Directive will describe changes in the Work, both additions and deletions, with attachments of revised Contract Documents to define details of the change, and will designate the method of determining any change in the Contract Sum and any change in the Contract Time.

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C. The OWNER and the ENGINEER (if applicable) will sign and date the Construction Change Authorization or Work Directive as authorization for the CONTRACTOR to proceed with the changes.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall sign and…

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