2326 Specifications.pdf

Kenosha County, Wisconsin

SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

Brighton Dale Links

Red Pine Bunker, Range and Short-Game Renovations

Invitation to Bid #2326

GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Definitions Whenever these words are used in the following Golf Course Specifications, they shall have the meaning here given:

Owner: Shall mean the County of Kenosha and its legal representatives.

Golf Course Architect: Quitno Golf Designs, Inc. and its legal representatives

Contractor or Bidder: Shall mean the party entering into this contract for the performance of the work required by it, and the legal representative of said party of the agent appointed to act for said party in the performance of the work.

List of Plans Along with these technical specifications, the following list of plans shall also be included as part of the bidding documents:

• Title Sheet

• R1 - Demolition Plan

• R2 - Grading and Drainage Plan

• R3 - Restoration Plan

• R4 - Construction Detail

*Note: If any discrepancies are found between the County front-end language and these Golf Course Specifications, then the County language shall prevail.

DIVISION ONE

SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete all work as set forth by the drawings and specifications.

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. Summary of Work. Perform all work as shown and specified. The work is as follows, either wholly or in part.

1. Site Preparation

2. Grading and Earthwork

3. Drainage

4. Feature Construction

5. Site Restoration

1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Requirements. The Contractor shall be solely responsible to ensure that all work is in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal requirements regarding materials, methods of work, public safety, and disposal of excess and waste materials.

B. Inspections, Permits, and Fees. The Contractor shall investigate and obtain necessary local permits and/or licenses to perform work within the local municipal, county and/or state district(s). The Owner shall assist, where possible, to obtain a waiver of any fees for permits which might be assessed.

C. Materials and Methods. The Contractor shall be responsible to ensure that materials and methods of construction shall comply with the following standards where applicable.

1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

2. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)

3. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

4. American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA)

5. National Electrical Code (NEC)

6. National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)

7. The Irrigation Association (IA)

8. American Sod Producers Association (ASPA)

10. American Standard for Nursery Stock (ASNC)

11. Asphalt Institute (AI)

12. National Crushed Stone Association (NCSA)

13. American Concrete Institute (ACI)

D. Installation of Manufactured Articles. Installation of all manufactured articles shall be in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer. Where necessary to the proper operation of the manufactured items, and in all cases where required by the specifications, the manufacturers will furnish a factory trained service engineer to supervise the installation and start the operation of the article. Where factory supervision is a requirement for the furnishing of the required warranties, it will be provided whether stated in the specifications or not.

1.03 SITE EXAMINATION

A. Examination of Site. Bidders shall, with representative of Owner, visit site of proposed work and fully acquaint themselves with conditions as they exist, so that they may fully understand the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending the execution under the contract. Bidders shall also thoroughly examine and be familiar with the contract documents. The failure or omission of any bidder to receive or examine any form, instrument, or to visit the site (s) and acquaint himself with conditions there existing shall in no way relieve any bidder from any obligation with respect to his bid. By submitting a bid, the bidder agrees and warrants that they have examined the site(s) and contract documents, and where the contract documents require in any part of the work a given result to be produced, that the specifications and drawings are adequate and the required result can be produced under the specifications and drawings.

No plea of ignorance of conditions that exist or of conditions or difficulties that may be encountered in the execution of the work under this contract, as a result of failure to make the necessary investigations, will be accepted as an excuse for any failure or omission on the part of said contractor to fulfill in every detail all of the requirements of said contract, specifications, and plans, or will be accepted as basis for any claims whatsoever, for extra compensation. Upon application, all available information in the possession of the Golf Course Architect and Owner will be shown to the bidders, but the correctness of any such information is not guaranteed.

1.04 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Existing Conditions. Prior to and during the performance of the work, inspect and note surface and subsurface conditions on site and as presented by drawings and specifications. Notify Owner of conflicts or discrepancies prior to commencing or continuing site construction. Examine proposed construction areas and conditions of construction. Do not start or continue construction work until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.

B. Existing Utilities and Services. Underground and surface utility lines and services are indicated on the drawings, according to best available information. Contractor shall locate and identify existing (public) underground and overhead services and utilities within contract limit work areas. Owner shall locate and identify all private utilities not provided by the public marking service. Provide adequate means of protection for utilities, services, and on-site improvements designated to remain. Perform construction work near utilities and services by hand. Repair utilities, services, and site improvements damaged during construction at Contractor's expense.

1.05 USE OF SITE

A. Protection of Site Facilities. Protect existing building, paving, and other facilities on site and adjacent to site from damage caused by site construction work. Restore to original grade and condition those areas adjacent to site having been disturbed or damaged during site construction. Cost of repair and restoration of disturbed or damaged areas to be at Contractor's expense.

B. Existing Trees and Vegetation. All existing trees and vegetation scheduled to remain, shall be protected against injury or damage resulting from construction in a manner approved by the Owner. This shall include protection from injury or damage caused by cutting, breaking, or skinning of roots, trunks, or branches. Also included is the smothering or compaction of root zones caused by stockpiling construction materials or excavated materials, vehicular traffic, and the contamination of plant material or root zones with harmful materials or chemicals.

1. Repair trees or vegetation damaged by construction operations in a manner acceptable to the Owner.

Repair trees or vegetation promptly to prevent continued deterioration caused by damages.

2. Replace trees damaged beyond repair by construction operations, as determined by Owner, with trees of similar size and species, unless a substitute species is approved by Owner (Director of Golf).

3. Repair and replacement of trees damaged by construction operations due to lack of adequate protection during construction operations shall be at Contractor's expense.

C. Excavation and Structure Protection. Protect excavations or adjacent structures including utility service lines by shoring, bracing, sheeting, underpinning, or other methods, as required to prevent cave-ins or loose dirt from entering excavation. Barricade open excavations and post warning lights at work being performed adjacent to public streets or walks.

D. Protection of Work. Protect all work, whether in progress or complete from adjacent work, pedestrians, or vehicular traffic. Provide temporary barricades and warning lights as required from protection of project work and public safety.

1.06 SITE ACCESS

A. Occupancy of Premises. The Owner shall retain the right to occupy the premises and adjacent facilities during the entire period of construction. Construction operations shall permit Owner's use of the premises and performance of normal operations where feasible.

B. Project Scheduling. When portions of the work are to be performed by separate prime contractors, the

Owner shall provide project coordination and scheduling at a pre-construction meeting with representatives from each party.

C. Separate Contractors. When required by concurrent scheduling of construction by separate contractors, the site shall be equally accessible to all parties. Access shall not be restricted by any contractor except as deemed necessary due to scope of work and agreed upon by the Owner.

D. Access Roads. Construction and use of access roads must be approved by the Owner. The Contractor will be liable for any damage to property other than the designated access roads and working areas. The designated access roads will be the responsibility of the Contractor in that they will repair the damage caused by trucks, tractors, etc. and by storage of materials.

E. Work Area. The Contractor shall confine their apparatus, storage of materials, and operations of their workmen to limits as required by the Owner, and shall not unreasonably encumber the premises with their material.

F. Daily Cleanup. Prior to the completion of each work day, or as otherwise requested by the Owner preceding outings or large events, paved parking and entry areas (utilized by the Contractor) shall be swept of all dirt and debris and visible storage areas shall be organized and cleared of trash.

End of Section

SECTION 01300

SUBMITTALS

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to provide submittals to Owner or as set forth by the drawings, specifications, and contract documents. The costs, fees, or expenses necessary for submittals or testing, as required by the contract documents shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.01 PROJECT ADMINISTRATION

A. Progress Schedule. The Contractor shall submit to the Owner a construction schedule for the work included with bid submittal. This schedule shall be in bar graph form based upon project tasks as presented in the bidders documents. Schedule shall be updated weekly and submitted to Director of Golf or appointed designee.

B. Application For Payment. See the Owner-provided bidding and contract documents for all information regarding payment applications.

1.02 PRODUCTS

A. Aggregates. All component materials required by the construction documents for the construction of greens, tees, and bunkers have been pre-determined by the Owner and Golf Course Architect and are listed in Section 01600. Contractor shall be required to ascertain current testing results, either as provided by the material supplier or by submitting samples to one of the certified testing labs listed below (at Contractor’s expense), and shall provide those tests to the Owner for verification that they are current and meet the required analysis parameters, including the following:

1. Green Rootzone: Particle size analysis, moisture content, permeability, penetrometer values, crusting, color, pH, shape

2. Bunker Sand: Particle size analysis, moisture content, permeability, penetrometer values, crusting, color, pH, shape

3. Drainage Gravel: Size distribution, permeability, lateral flow, porosity, angle of repose

4. Bridging: Verify compatibility of drainage gravel and bunker sand and/or green rootzone to meet bridging requirements as set forth by bunker liner specifications (Better Billy Bunker) and/or USGA recommendations for putting green construction, if applicable

5. Certified labs:

Turf and Soil Diagnostics Attn: Sam Ferro 613 East 1st Street Linwood, KS 66052 855.769.4231

Tifton Physical Soil Testing Laboratory, Inc.

Attn: Powell Gaines 1412 Murray Avenue Tifton, GA 31794 229.382.7292

Brookside Laboratories, Inc Attn: Jackie Backman 200 White Mountain Drive New Bremen, OH 45860

419.977.2766

B. Concrete for Synthetic Tee in Range. Provide three (3) concrete cylinder test specimens per each day concrete is poured. Test specimens shall be made and cured in accordance with Standard Method of making and curing Concrete Compression and Flexure Test Specimens in the field (ASTM C31). Specimens shall be cured under laboratory conditions except that when, in the opinion of the Golf Course Architect or Owner, there is a possibility of the surrounding air temperature falling below 40 degrees F, he may require additional specimens to be cured under job conditions. The standard age of test shall be 28 days, but 7-day test may be used provided that the relations between the 7 and 28-day strengths of the concrete is established by test for the materials and proportions used. If 7-day test are used on this project: Hold second cylinder in reserve and test at 28 days if any question of ultimate strength may be present.

C. Seed Vendor's Certification. Submit seed vendor's certification for required grass seed mixtures, indicating percentage by weight and percentage of purity, germination, and weed seed for each seed specified.

D. Sod Grower Certification. Submit sod grower’s certification of grass species. Identify source location.

E. Fertilizer Certification. Submit a certification of fertilizer(s) analysis.

1.03 DRAWINGS OF RECORD

A. Layout. Provide layout diagrams of all new tees, greens, bunkers, fairways and cart paths, collected using a

GPS system or equivalent, and submitted to Director of Golf in both pdf and Autocad (v2018 or older) format.

B. Drainage. Submit drainage system record drawings of all drainage components installed in greens, bunkers and fairways, collected using a GPS system or equivalent, and submitted in both pdf and Autocad (v2018 or older) format. Document field changes of dimension and detail; document changes made by change order.

Document any existing draintile or structures which were encountered, altered or tied into during drainage installation.

C. Irrigation. Provide irrigation as-built information per Irrigation Specifications.

SECTION 01400

QUALITY CONTROL

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete all quality control requirements as set forth by the drawings, specifications, and contract documents. All work shall be subject to observation and final approval by the Golf Course Architect and owner.

1.01 PERFORMANCE OF WORK

A. Experienced Workmen. All work performed under this contract shall be completed by experienced workmen familiar with all procedures necessary to complete the work as specified by the contract documents. All work shall be performed under the supervision of a qualified supervisor.

B. Products. Comply with all submittals as specified in Section 01300.

1.02 EXECUTION, TESTING, AND OBSERVATION

A. Layout. All work limits, haul roads and staging areas shall be subject to review by the Golf Course Architect.

Document any adjustments in the work limits or scope as requested by the Owner and/or Golf Course Architect. Verify impacts on the project quantities and/or budget, if any, and review with Owner and/or Golf Course Architect prior to incorporating changes.

B. Earthwork. All grades and materials furnished for rough grading operations shall be subject to observation by the Golf Course Architect. After establishment of proper elevations, the Contractor shall furnish all assistance necessary to verify grades. No placement of topsoil, sand, or pea gravel will be permitted until after subgrades are observed and approved.

C. Drainage. Prior to tie-in, test all existing drainage basins and pipes being used as outlets for new drainage to ensure their functionality. Any non-functioning outlets must be reported to Owner. Prior to final backfilling and grading, test all drainage work to ensure a free flowing sub-drainage system. Remove obstructions, replace damaged components, and retest system as required. All work shall be subject to random observation by the Golf Course Architect. The Contractor shall furnish all assistance necessary to observe work.

D. Soil Preparation and Grassing. All finish grades, feature tie-ins and grassing preparations shall be subject to review by the Golf Course Architect. No seed or sod placement shall be permitted until final grassing lines have been determined and/or approved by the Golf Course Architect.

E. Concrete. Refer to Submittals Section 01300 for quality control requirements.

SECTION 01600

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to submit, furnish, and install materials as required by the drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

1.01 DELIVERY AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS

A. Deliver, store, and handle all materials on site to prevent damage and deterioration.

1.02 EROSION CONTROL PRODUCTS

A. Silt Fencing, shall consist of 2”x2” fir or pine wood posts, 48” tall, and spaced 6’ (max) on center. Attached filter fabric shall be 36” wide with the bottom buried 6” (vertically) below finished grade.

B. Straw Wattles, if applicable, shall be weed free, biodegradable straw stuffed in polymeric netting, made in

8" (or 9") X 25-ft lengths and staked at minimum 5’ intervals.

1.03 EARTHWORK PRODUCTS

A. Subgrade Fill Material used under green, tee, fairway and bunker features shall be inert subsoil (preferably in situ) and free of sod, brush, roots, stones larger than four (4) inches in diameter, trash, and other perishables or debris from construction operations. If allowed by local regulations, these construction debris items may be placed in bury pits in out of play areas as approved and directed by the Owner.

B. Backfill Material for Trenches (Solid Pipe), unless otherwise specified by drawings, shall be inert, in situ soil, free of clods or stones larger than 1" in diameter and containing no sod, brush, roots, trash or other perishable materials.

C. Topsoil Material, whether in situ or imported, shall consist of a sandy loam silt, or loam with sufficient amounts of organic material to start and maintain plant growth as determined by the Golf Course Architect and/or Owner. Topsoil material shall be free of excess quantities of clay, hard lumps, roots, grass, stones, and other foreign materials.

D. Rootzone Mixture for Greens shall be 7:2:1 mix as provided by Waupaca Sand and Solutions, Contact Chris

Cameron 630.336.7626.

E. Sand for Bunkers shall be Fredonia Bunker Sand as provided and delivered by Waupaca Sand and Solutions, Contact Chris Cameron 630.336.7626.

F. Bunker Liner shall be Better Billy Bunker (BBB), which shall be installed by a BBB certified contractor at the depths and per the procedures provided by the manufacturer. Contact Todd Jenkins 615.812.2874 for a list of qualified installers.

G. Backfill Material for Perforated Fairway Drainage (2”) shall be a Mason Sand with a percolation rate between

6” and 10” per hour.

H. Backfill Material for Perforated Green Drainage (2”) shall be consistent with the specified greens construction mix and/or properties of the upper sand layer of the existing green profile. Install in lifts and properly compact to ensure no trench settling.

I. Drainage Gravel for Perforated Pipe (4”) and Better Billy Bunker Liner shall be clean, washed, crushed stone or pea gravel, 3/8" to 1/2" in size. Composition of this material shall be compatible with the specified bunker sand and/or greens rootzone mixture as it relates to USGA recommendations for bridging purposes.

1.04 DRAINAGE SYSTEM

A. Drainage Piping (4” and above, perforated and solid) shall be corrugated, double-wall polyethylene pipe and fittings similar or equal to N-12 pipe manufactured and distributed by Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.

(ADS), Columbus, Ohio. Sizes as specified on drawings.

B. Slit Drainage Piping (2”, perforated) shall be corrugated, single-wall polyethylene knife-slot drain tile pipe and fittings similar or equal to that provided by 2inchpipe.com

C. Manholes, Catch Basins, and Inspections Risers shall conform to details as shown on plans, or as otherwise approved by Owner and/or Golf Course Architect.

1.05 SOIL AMENDMENTS AND FERTILIZER

A. Fertilizer. Fertilizer shall be uniform in composition, free flowing, and suitable for application with approved equipment. Deliver fertilizer materials in original, unopened and undamaged containers showing weight, analysis, and name of manufacturer. Store in manner to prevent wetting and deterioration. Fertilizer which has been exposed to high humidity and moisture, or has become caked or otherwise damaged making it unsuitable for use, will not be accepted. All amendments above shall be worked into sand/soil after being applied and watered in to settle prior to grassing.

Greens, Tees, Fairways & Roughs 19-25-5 starter 175 lbs. per acre 21-0-20 / 100% Poly-S 150 lbs. per acre

1.06 GRASSING AND RESTORATION

A. Sod shall be dense, well rooted, grown in mineral soil in the general locality where it is to be used and maintained at a height similar to the associated application (e.g. green, tee, fairway or rough heights). Sod shall be free of debris, weeds and other undesirable contaminants. Provide sod in rolls or panels convenient for handling with personnel or equipment available. Big roll sod will be acceptable, but must be approved by the Owner. Cut, deliver, and install all sod within a 24-hour period. Do not harvest or transport sod when moisture contact may adversely affect sod survival. Protect sod from sun, wind, and dehydration prior to installation. Do not tear, stretch, or drop sod during handling and installation.

1. Sod type for Fairways and Roughs: HGT Bluegrass

2. Sod type for Tees: 007xl or approved equal

B. Seed shall be labeled in accordance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rules and Regulations under the Federal Seed Act in effect on the date of invitation for bids. Deliver seed material in original unopened containers, showing weight, analysis, and name of manufacturer. Store in a manner to prevent wetting and deterioration. Seed which has become wet, moldy, or otherwise damaged in transit or in storage will not be accepted. All seed must be Certified Blue Tag sod quality and Oregon or Washington grown. The test date shown on the label must not exceed six (6) months prior to the seeding dates.

1. Seed type for Greens: 007xl at 2 lbs per 1,000 sf

2. Seed type for Fairways and Roughs: HGT Bluegrass at 2.0 lbs per 1,000 sf

C. Hydraulic Mulch shall be applied immediately following seeding per the manufacturer’s installation instructions and recommendations. Deliver and store materials in a manner to protect from damage, weather, extreme temperatures and construction operations. Refer to plans for locations of various product usage:

1. Fairways and roughs: Flexterra HP-FGM by Profile Products at 3,000 lbs./acre, or approved equal

D. Bunker Liner shall be installed at the depths and/or per the procedures provided by the manufacturer.

1. Base bid: Better Billy Bunker liner. Contact Todd Jenkins 615.812.2874.

1.07 GRAVEL PAVING AND CONCRETE PAD

A. Cart/Maintenance Path Design Plans prepared by the Golf Course Architect may include shaping, features and/or alignment related to paths. The Owner agrees, at its discretion, to provide a qualified Engineer or other professional to prepare any required final documents covering the design, circulation and/or construction of any new or revised golf cart and maintenance paths consistent with the Owner’s selection of the type of golf cart and equipment to be used at this Project. The Golf Course Architect will consult on matters pertaining to golf paths, but shall not be held liable for claims arising from the design or specification of golf paths, nor for any associated claims arising from the operation of golf carts or maintenance equipment, or for rules or regulations covering their use at this Project.

B. Base Material shall be IDOT Aggregate Base Course, Type B, all crushed gravel or crushed limestone, CA6, or approved equal. Install to the thickness indicated (after compaction).

C. Concrete Surface Course for Range Tee Pad shall conform to IDOT Class SI concrete and be formed in place.

Curing compound shall be approved and applied as per manufacturer’s instructions. Concrete shall be minimum 3,500 PSI concrete mixed and delivered in accordance with the requirements set forth in Tentative Specifications for Ready-Mixed Concrete (ASTM C94). Add fibermesh reinforcement at 1 lb. per yard.

SECTION 01700

PROJECT CLOSE OUT

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete all project close out requirements as set forth by the drawings and specifications.

1.01 WARRANTIES

A. Guarantees. Except as otherwise specified in the contract documents, the Contractor shall guarantee workmanship and materials associated with the fulfillment of this contract for a period of one (1) year from date of final acceptance from the Owner. The work shall be left in perfect order at completion and acceptance. Neither the final payment nor termination of the guarantee period, nor any provision in the contract document shall relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for negligence, faulty materials, or workmanship within the extent and period provided by law, and upon written notice they shall remedy any defects due thereto, and shall pay all expenses for damage to other work resulting therefrom. If specifications provide for methods of construction, installation, materials, etc. for which the Contractor cannot guarantee for the indicated period, it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to inform the Owner in writing before submitting their bid. Otherwise, the Contractor shall be responsible to provide the method of construction, installation, materials, etc., which will be guaranteed for the indicated period of time.

1. Earthwork. All in place earthwork shall be free from heaving or settling due to use of unsatisfactory material, methods of construction, or inadequate compaction. Where earthwork repairs are deemed necessary, the Contractor shall remove the sod, fill and/or regrade, and relay the salvaged sod. Where sod is not salvageable, new sod shall be installed at the Contractor’s expense. This no settlement clause shall extend over the entire period of the Contractor's guarantee of the job.

2. Drainage. All in place drainage shall be free flowing and void of interruption from heaving, breaking or settling due to use of unsatisfactory material, methods of construction, or inadequate outlet. Where drainage repairs are deemed necessary, the Contractor shall remove the sod, install new drainage, replace and compact the backfill, and relay the salvaged sod. Where sod is not salvageable, new sod shall be installed at the Contractor’s expense. This free flowing drainage clause shall extend over the entire period of the Contractor's guarantee of the job.

3. Grassing. All in place grassing operations shall guarantee the quality and viability of the materials per Section 01600, Material Specifications, and the workmanship as specified in Section 02485, Grassing Specifications, but shall not include grow-in or extended maintenance. This guarantee shall extend until each grassed area has been accepted by the Owner in writing, at which time ownership shall pass from Contractor to Owner. See Maintenance (1.02) for requirements prior to acceptance.

1.02 MAINTENANCE AND FINAL REVIEW

A. Maintain all completed work, installed materials, and other portions of the contract until completion and

Owner’s acceptance, in writing, of each stage of construction. This includes maintenance and re-establishment against the effects of erosion, wind, vandalism or acts of God.

B. Field review to determine acceptance of completed construction shall be made by the Golf Course Architect and Owner and be subject to compliance with the contract documents.

1.03 PROJECT CLEAN-UP

A. Clean-up. Perform project cleaning during construction and upon completion of construction. Remove from site all excess material, trash, debris, and equipment, repair any damage resulting from construction operations, and complete all clean-up operations prior to final acceptance by the Golf Course Architect and Owner.

B. Waste Material Disposal. Stockpile, haul from site, and legally dispose of waste materials; including excess excavated materials, rock, trash, and debris. If permitted by Owner, waste materials may be transported to a designated disposal area on-site.

2 Disposal Routes. Maintain disposal routes clear, clean, and free of debris.

3 Burning of Material. On-site burning is not permitted, dispose of material off-site or in Owner designated areas.

DIVISION TWO

SECTION 02100

SITE PREPARATION

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete all Site Preparation as set forth by the drawings and specifications.

1.01 GENERAL

A. Site Preparation Work. Perform site preparation work as shown and specified. The work includes:

1. Protection of existing underground and overhead services and utilities.

2. Protection of existing trees to remain.

3. Installation of erosion control measures.

4. Stripping turf areas and removing existing sand.

5. Stripping and stockpiling topsoil.

6. Removing designated site improvements.

7. Removing designated vegetation.

A. Quality Assurance. Comply with Specifications Section 01010 and 01400.

B. Materials and Equipment. Comply with Specifications Section 01600.

1.02 CLEARING

A. Trees or Improvements to Remain. Locate and identify trees and site improvements indicated to remain by drawings or specifications. Refer to 01010 Summary of Work, Section 1.05 for information on tree protection.

B. Clearing and Stump Removal (by Contractor). Clear and grub all trees and brush indicated on the plans for removal, including excavation or grinding of all stumps to minimum 18” depth. Remove roots (extending beyond stump excavations) as needed to properly grade and prepare soil for restoration. Dispose of all debris resulting from clearing and grubbing off-site in accordance with local municipal laws or ordinances, including securing of any necessary disposal permits. Any small debris (chips, shavings, etc.) remaining after removal may be buried with Owner approval in non-play areas as identified by the Owner and must be covered with a minimum 24” of compacted fill. Where such materials are buried, strip and replace topsoil per prescribed depths and specifications.

1.03 STRIPPING TURF, SAND AND TOPSOIL

A. Stripping Turf Areas. Roto-till turf in designated areas utilizing a minimum of two passes or as otherwise necessary to sufficiently eradicate and pulverize.

B. Sand from Bunkers and Greens. Remove excess sand from bunkers to designated on-site fill areas or incorporate into the subgrade soil. No soil shall be removed from the site without written approval of Owner.

C. Stripping Topsoil. Strip topsoil to minimum six (6) inches in depth in all areas to be regraded, resurfaced, paved, or disturbed within contract limits work area and as provided for in drawings.

D. Topsoil Stockpile. Stockpile topsoil in a location acceptable to the Owner and the Golf Course Architect, for placement during finish grading and preparation or roughs, fairways, or planting beds. Stockpiled topsoil shall be free from trash, brush, stones over three (3) inches diameter, and other foreign matter. Grade and slope stockpiles to maintain drainage and to prevent erosion. No topsoil shall be removed from the site without written approval of Owner or the Golf Course Architect. All stockpile areas shall be located within construction limits in locations determined by the Contractor and shall not visually interfere with site features or the ability for the Golf Course Architect and Owner to review feature shaping.

1.04 SITE IMPROVEMENTS

A. Existing Utilities or Services. Perform work and provide necessary materials to protect, disconnect or relocate existing utilities or services as indicated. Submit to Owner a record of existing termination points before disconnecting.

B. Sidewalk, Cartpath, or Curb Removal. Remove existing sidewalks, paving, cartpaths, or curbing including base material, if present, as required to permit forming and installation of new work as shown by drawings.

Cut existing sidewalks or paving in neat, straight lines at existing expansion or control joints to provide uniform, even transition from new to adjacent existing work. All removed material shall be disposed of off-site unless otherwise approved by Owner and/or Golf Course Architect.

C. Drainage Structures. Revise existing catch basins, draintile, or inlet manhole structures to complete work as specified by construction documents.

1.05 FINAL CLEAN UP AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS Comply with Specifications Section 01700.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 02200

EARTHWORK

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete all Earthwork as required by the drawings and specifications.

A. Earthwork. Perform earthwork as shown and specified. The work includes:

1. Layout of work to be performed.

2. Site grading and filling to elevations, profiles, and contours as shown by working drawings.

3. Subgrade and granular base preparation for structure slabs, walks, and paving.

4. Topsoil placement and finish grading.

5. Feature construction including greens, tees, and bunkers.

B. Quality Assurance. Comply with Specifications Section 01010 and 01400.

C. Materials and Equipment. Comply with Specifications Section 01600.

D. Warranties. Comply with Specifications Section 01700.

1.02 PREPARATION

A. Layout of Work. Prior to any grading operations, all excavation and fill areas shall be staked in the field showing slope stakes, boundary stakes, cut stakes, fill stakes, etc. as required to layout and control the work.

Layout shall be subject to review by the Golf Course Architect to check for any abnormalities or needed adjustments to maximize earth moving efficiency.

B. Required Inspection, Tests, Approvals, and Location Recordings. Comply with Specifications Section 01400.

C. Existing Utilities and Services. Comply with Specifications Section 01010.

1.03 SITE GRADING

A. Grading Requirements. Perform grading within contract limits, including adjacent transition areas, to new elevations, levels, profiles, and contours as shown by construction drawings. Provide subgrade surfaces parallel to finish surface grades. Provide uniform levels and slopes between new graded elevations and existing grades. Provide subgrade surface free from irregular surface changes and as follows:

1. Rough grading: Plus or minus 0.10 feet subgrade tolerance. Required surface finish will be that ordinarily obtained from a blade-grader.

2. Provide subgrade surface free of exposed boulders or stones exceeding 4" in greatest dimension in paved areas and 2" in turf and planting areas.

3. Paved areas: Shape surface of subgrade areas to alignment, grade, and cross-section indicated by working drawings. Compact subgrade, as required, to receive paving base materials. Subgrade tolerance plus or minus .10 feet.

4. Granular Base: Grade subgrade surface smooth and even, free of voids to the required subgrade elevation. Provide compacted subgrade suitable to receive granular base materials. Tolerance 1/2" in 10'-0".

B. Drainage. Grade surface to provide drainage away from site structures and golf course features, and to prevent ponding and pockets in surface drainage. Provide necessary pumps and drainage lines to maintain excavated area free of water, ice, and snow during construction operations.

1.04 EXCAVATING

A. Excavation. All on-site excavation of materials encountered within the project area shall be performed to the subgrade lines and grades shown on the drawings. Proposed lines and grades shown on the drawings are to finish grade. The Contractor shall refer to the drawings and specifications for necessary information to calculate subgrade elevations throughout the site. The Owner reserves the right to review all excavated material for quality and declare first refusal of sub-standard soil in critical fill areas.

B. Over-Excavating. In the event that excavations are made below the subgrade elevations, the Contractor shall replace the excavated material in horizontal lifts not to exceed eight (8) inches (loose measurement) as specified for embankments. Placed material shall be compacted to a degree consistent with surrounding undisturbed material.

C. Extra Excavation. Excavate unsatisfactory soil materials extending below required elevations to depth as shown by working drawings. Replace with suitable backfill material per Specifications Section 01600 in horizontal lifts not to exceed eight (8) inches (loose measurement). Placed material shall be compacted to a degree consistent with surrounding undisturbed material.

D. Excavation of Golf Course Features. Excavate greens, tees, and bunkers to elevations and dimension shown on working drawings.

E. Excavation for Walks and Cartpaths. Excavate for cartpaths to elevations and grades indicated on working drawings. If required by drawings and specifications, excavate to provide for placement of base material.

1.05 EMBANKMENT

A. Subgrade Embankments. Subgrade embankments shall be constructed, after plowing or scarifying the natural ground surface to a depth of 6", by depositing and compacting suitable backfill material per Specifications Section 01600. Construction to be in accordance with subgrade lines and grades on the drawings.

B. Fill Material. All fill materials shall comply with Specifications Section 01600. All fills, especially those under fairway, tee, bunker or green features, must be built from suitable soils and using methods that minimize settling and allow for proper finish work. Any methods such as material segregation, drying and/or dewatering deemed necessary to ensure soil stability and workability are the responsibility of the Contractor, who will ultimately be responsible for working the soil to a finish grade and fixing any settling areas that occur during post construction warranty period. The Owner reserves the right to review all excavated material for quality and declare first refusal of sub-standard soil in critical fill areas.

1. Fill shall be loosely placed in horizontal lifts so that the successive lifts shall blend together. The maximum thickness per lift of compacted fill shall not exceed 8”. Each layer of fill shall be compacted evenly and densely by distributing the movement of the construction equipment uniformly over the entire embankment area. The material in each layer shall have the proper moisture content to obtain compaction. When too dry, water shall be added; when too wet, the material shall be aerated.

Materials placed by dumping in piles or windrows shall be spread uniformly to not more than 8” thickness before being compacted.

2. Suspend fill operations when satisfactory results cannot be obtained because of environmental or other unsatisfactory site conditions. Do not use muddy or frozen fill materials. Do not place fill material on muddy or frozen subgrade surface. Maintain adequate drainage of rainwater and prevent ponding of surface water in pockets. When fill placement is interrupted by rain, remove wet surface materials or permit materials to dry before placement.

C. Soil Stabilization. When exposed subgrade surfaces become spongy during construction operations and soil stabilization is required, stabilize subgrade materials as directed by a Soil Engineer. Soil stabilization will be paid for as a change in work. Obtain Owner and/or Golf Course Architect's written authorization before performing soil stabilization work.

D. Settlement Areas. Fill and compact all areas of settlement to proper grade before subsequent construction operations are performed.

E. Backfilling. Place backfill materials in uniform layers no greater than 8" loose thickness over entire backfill area. Use hand tamping or vibrating compactors at foundation walls, retaining walls, and similar locations.

Do not use large rolling equipment adjacent to foundation walls and retaining walls. Do not backfill against foundation walls or retaining walls until walls for bearing surface have reached design strength or are properly braced, and backfilling operations approved by Owner or Architect. Provide suitable backfill materials compliant with Specifications Section 01600.

F. Granular Base. Provide minimum 4-inch depth of granular base under structure concrete slab-on-grade for the hitting station area in the driving range. Granular base material per Specifications Section 01600.

1.06 FINISH GRADING

A. Topsoil Replacement. Uniformly distribute and spread stockpiled topsoil to a minimum compacted depth of

6”. Use loose, dry topsoil. Do not use frozen or muddy topsoil. Place during dry weather.

1. No spreading of topsoil will be permitted until subgrade is approved by Golf Course Architect.

2. Fine grade topsoil to eliminate rough and low areas ensuring positive drainage. Maintain levels, profiles, and contours of subgrade as shown or specified on working drawings.

3. Remove stones, roots, weeds, and debris while spreading topsoil materials. Rake surface clean of stones

1 inches or larger in any dimension and all other debris. Provide surface suitable for soil preparation as specified for seeding and sodding work.

4. Soil compacted by construction equipment or soil on compacted slopes or grades shall be scarified to a minimum depth of 2 inches before applying topsoil to blend the topsoil in, eliminate a layering effect, and reduce erosion and sloughing away.

B. Greens and Tees. All tees and putting surfaces shall be graded to conform to the lines, grades, and cross sections as shown on the drawings and shall be subject to review by the Golf Course Architect. Finish surfaces shall be compacted to the degree necessary to prevent future settling. A uniform layer of 6" suitable topsoil shall be placed on all banks. Unless otherwise required by the construction documents, the upper layer(s) of teeing and putting surface shall consist of a mixture of materials as specified in Specifications Section 01600 and as depicted by the drawings.

C. Bunkers. All bunkers shall be graded to conform to the lines, grades, and cross sections as shown on the drawings and shall be subject to review by the Golf Course Architect. Finish surfaces shall be compacted to the degree necessary to prevent future settling. A minimum depth of 6” of suitable topsoil shall be placed over the subgrade around the entire bunker, after approval of the subgrade by the Golf Course Architect.

Sand bunkers are to be vertically edged to a depth of 6” along their inside margin prior to final cleaning, unless otherwise depicted by the drawings. Bunker bottoms shall be excavated properly to account for bunker liner depths, cleaned by hand raking, and rolled firm and smooth preceding placement of draintile, liner and sand. Sand shall be installed to a 4" compacted depth along all bunker edges and flashed faces and 6" compacted depth along bunker bottoms, unless otherwise depicted by the drawings.

1.07 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL Comply with Specifications Section 01400.

1.08 FINAL CLEAN UP AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS Comply with Specifications Section 01700.

SECTION 02400

DRAINAGE

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to furnish and install all the drainage systems as required by the drawings and specifications.

A. Drainage. Provide site drainage as shown and specified. The work includes:

1. Site drainage structures and piping.

2. Subdrainage systems.

3. Excavating and backfilling drainage work.

B. Quality Assurance. Comply with Specifications Section 01010 and 01400..

C. Materials and Equipment. Comply with Specifications Section 01600.

D. Warranties. Comply with Specifications Section 01700.

E. Earthwork Operations. Coordinate installation of the site drainage system with excavating and backfilling work performed under Specifications Section 02200, Earthwork.

1.02 PREPARATION AND INSPECTIONS

A. Project Layout. Layout drainage work and establish extent of excavation by area and elevation. Designate and identify datum elevation and project engineering reference points. Set required lines, levels, and elevations. Review all outlet locations to ensure adequate depths for proper tie-in.

B. Site Examination. Comply with Specifications Section 01010.

C. Existing Utilities. Comply with Specifications Section 01010.

D. Inspections and Testing. Comply with Specifications Section 01400.

E. Infiltration. It shall be the intention of these specifications to secure a subdrainage system with a minimum amount of infiltration. The joints shall be tight, and visible leakage in the joints shall be repaired at the Contractors expense by any means found to be necessary.

1.03 GENERAL INSTALLATION (4” PIPE AND LARGER)

A. Trenching and Excavation. No trenching will be allowed more than 300 feet in advance of pipe laying. All trenches shall be completed and backfilled each day. Provide trench wall support, bracing and pumping of surface or ground water as required to provide suitable conditions for performing the work. The width of the trench at the top of the pipe shall be sufficient to permit thorough tamping of the backfill under the haunches and around the pipe, but shall not exceed external diameter of the pipe by 8” on either side.

B. Unsuitable Soil. Where a firm foundation is not encountered at required grade, due to soft, spongy, or unsuitable soil, all such unsuitable soil under the pipe and for the width of the trench shall be removed below grade and replace with a cushion of well compacted granular backfill having a thickness under the pipe of not less than 4”.

C. Trenching across Existing Turf. When new drainage pipe runs across existing turf, the sod shall be stripped and replaced with the same sod once the pipe is installed and backfilled. If existing sod is not salvageable it shall be replaced with new sod. Contractor shall notify Owner and/or Golf Course Architect of marginal turf quality prior to stripping.

D. Location. Draintile shall be located true to line and grade in the places specified by the drawings. Where deviations exist between the plan and field locations, such deviations must be brought to the attention of the Owner and/or Golf Course Architect. Draintile shall be installed in features in accordance with plan details, or as otherwise approved by the Golf Course Architect.

E. Staging and Delivery. All site drainage pipe, manholes, and appurtenances shall be laid true to line and grade in trenches and tunnels as specified. All pipe shall be staged as close to the ditch line as safety and operations permit. Pipe shall not be thrown or dropped from vehicles or equipment beds, all pipe must be lowered into the trench with suitable apparatus for the purpose. Damaged material shall be replaced at Contractor's expense.

F. Laying Solid Drainage Pipe. All pipe laying shall commence at the lower end of the line and proceed upgrade. Bell and spigot pattern pipe shall be laid with the bell end upgrade. Tongue and groove type pipe shall be placed with the groove end upgrade. Pipe shall be fitted, matched, and jointed to form a continuous sewer or drain with a smooth uniform invert. As each length of pipe is placed, the mouth of the pipe shall be protected to prevent the entrance of earth or bedding material. Do not place pipe in water, or place pipe when trench or weather is unsuitable for site drainage work. Install pipe joint gaskets in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Cut pipe ends entering structures flush with inner face of structures and secure with hydraulic cement or foam, unless otherwise specified by the plans. Obtain required inspections and perform testing prior to backfilling. Remove obstructions, replace damaged components, and retest as required. Provide a satisfactory free flowing site drainage system.

G. Laying Perforated Draintile. Perforated tile drains shall be laid on a firm, undisturbed layer of bedding material (as indicated by plans and Specifications Section 01600) to reduce possible wash of subgrade soil up into tile line by fast water flow. If over-digging occurs, all loosened dirt must be removed and the trench bottom returned to grade with suitable backfill material. Lay draintile with joints closed, and firmly bedded in drainage fill material. Provide full bearing for each pipe section. Provide continuous slope in the direction of flow with minimum fall equal to 0.5%. Provide collars and couplings for all in-line joints and ell, elbow, or bend section for all corners and changes in direction. Provide imperforated run out pipe and extend to out fall connection or daylight as specified by drawings.

H. Connections. The junction of two or more draintiles shall be made in strict conformance with the contract drawings and in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. The cost of all connections shall be included in the contract price for new pipe unless otherwise specifically provided for in the contract. Prior to tie-in, test all existing drainage basins and pipes being used as outlets for new drainage to ensure their functionality. Any non-functioning outlets must be reported to Owner.

I. Drainage Structure Construction. Construct catch basins, manholes, inspection risers and other drainage structures as shown on drawings.

J. Backfilling. Backfill trenches with suitable backfill materials compliant with Section 01600, Material

Specifications. For solid pipe, backfill trenches in 8" compacted layers to subgrade surface, ensuring a cover of not less than 18" over piping, unless otherwise indicated by the plans. Backfill evenly on both sides of piping for its full depth.