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This document provides 35% design specifications for a canal restoration project and water tower replacement opportunity issued by the Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service. Key project components include rehabilitation of the San Luis and C-Canals involving clearing, excavation, grading, installation of riprap and water control structures. The project also includes demolition of an existing water tank and construction of a new 12,000 gallon water tower. The specifications require the contractor to provide design-build services to complete design and construction. Submittals are due within 30 days of notice to proceed and must include a construction schedule, stormwater pollution prevention plan, and certifications for various materials and work. Construction is to be performed between June and September 2022-2024.

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San Luis and C-Canal Restoration and Refuge

Water Tower Replacement

35% Design Specifications

Not for Construction

March 25, 2022

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The technical material and data contained in this document were prepared to a 35% design stage (Not for

Construction) under the supervision and direction of the undersigned, whose seals, as a professional engineer licensed to practice as such, is affixed. The Design-Build contractor shall develop its own technical specifications to

100% design under the direction of an engineer registered in the state of California.

CIVIL DESIGN

Jeffrey Lowy, P.E.

lowy Text Box

MCMILLEN JACOBS – 03252022 TABLE OF CONTENTS

35% DESIGN SAN LUIS & C-CANAL RESTORATION AND

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service San Luis & C-Canal Restoration & Refuge Water Tower Replacement

35% Design Technical Specifications

Section 01 00 00 - Table of Contents

Division 1 – General Requirements

Section 01 00 00 Table of Contents

Section 01 11 00 Summary of Work (Attached - USFWS Technical Requirements)

Section 01 22 00 Measurement and Payment

Section 01 31 00 Project Management and Coordination

Section 01 32 15 CPM Construction Schedule

Section 01 33 00 Contractor Submittals

Section 01 40 00 Quality Requirements

Section 01 42 10 Reference Standards

Section 01 55 00 Site Access and Storage

Section 01 56 00 Protection of Existing Facilities

Section 01 57 20 Temporary Environmental Controls

Section 01 60 00 Products, Material, Equipment and Substitutions

Section 01 77 00 Project Closeout

Division 2 – Existing Conditions

Section 02 41 00 Demolition, Salvage, and Rehabilitation

Division 3 - Concrete

Section 03 41 12 Concrete Gravity Block Unit Wall System

Section 03 41 13 Structural Precast Concrete

Section 03 60 00 Grout

Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection

Section 07 92 00 Sealants and Caulking

Division 31 - Earthwork

Section 31 00 00 Earthwork

Section 31 05 19 Geotextiles

Section 31 23 19 Dewatering

Section 31 35 00 Erosion and Sediment Control General

Section 31 35 20 Erosion and Sediment Control Barrier

Section 31 37 00 Rip Rap and Quarry Spalls

Section 31 62 13 Composite Sheet Piles

Division 32 – Exterior Improvements

Section 32 92 20 Seeding and Soil Supplements

Division 33 – Utilities

Section 33 95 36 Polyethylene Large Diameter Profile Wall Non-Pressure Pipe

MCMILLEN JACOBS – 03252022 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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MCMILLEN JACOBS – 03252022 SUMMARY OF WORK

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SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The WORK to be performed under this Contract shall consist of furnishing professional design services, tools, equipment, materials, supplies, and manufactured articles, and furnishing all labor, transportation, and services, including fuel, power, water, and essential communications, and performing all work or other operations required for the fulfillment of the Contract in strict accordance with the Contract Documents. 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 Design-Build Contractor (CONTRACTOR) as though originally so indicated, at no increase in cost to the

OWNER.

B. Reference to the USFWS (OWNER) Technical Requirements is attached to this Summary of Work. This document contains supplemental technical requirements to the Statement of Work for construction of U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service infrastructure projects in Regions 1, 7, & 8 (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada, Alaska, Hawaii & other Pacific Islands).

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The WORK is located near the San Luis Wildlife Refuge in Merced County near Los Banos, CA.

B. The WORK of this Contract is comprised of Design-Build Services to complete the design of and construction for rehabilitation of the San Luis Canal and C-Canal systems and demolition and replacement of the Refuge Water Tank with a new Water Tower, as indicated on the Contract Drawings. Details of the main WORK components to the project include the following:

1. San Luis Canal is and earthen canal approximately 6.25 miles long and a flowrate between 45 and 50 cubic feet per second (cfs) and includes clearing and grubbing, tree removal, excavation, grading, rip-rap, demolition of existing water control structures, shoring, and culverts, furnishing and installing new water control structures, permanent shoring, culverts, compaction and compaction testing. The excess spoils and unsuitable materials shall be placed along the outside canal slopes as shown on the typical canal section drawings and reseeded.

2. C-Canal is and earthen canal approximately 5.65 miles long and a flowrate of 90 CFS and includes clearing and grubbing, tree removal, excavation, grading, rip-rap, demolition of existing water control structures, shoring, and culverts, furnishing and installing new water control structures, permanent shoring, culverts, compaction, compaction and compaction testing. The excess spoils and unsuitable materials shall be placed along the outside canal slopes as shown on the typical canal section drawings and reseeded.

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3. Refuge Water Tower includes demolition of an existing polytank and concrete saddle supports and abandonment of buried piping. The contractor shall furnish and install a new Water Tower, backflow preventer, and buried piping.

C. Project Milestones and Project Completion shall be as stated in the Contract Documents.

1.3 CONTRACT METHOD

A. The WORK hereunder will be constructed under a single Lump Sum Price Contract as set forth in the Contract Documents.

1.4 WORK BY OTHERS

A. Where two 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.

1.5 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Access to the site is limited to the hours of 7 am to 5 pm during Monday through Friday unless otherwise approved by the Refuge Manager.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Construction shall be performed between June 1 to September 30th between the years of 2022 to 2024, unless otherwise approved by the Refuge Manager.

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 project related materials, on-Site fabrication facilities, and field offices.

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B. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate the use of gates along access routes with the

OWNER.

1.8 OWNER USE OF THE SITE

A. The OWNER may utilize all or part of the existing site during the entire period of construction. The CONTRACTOR shall cooperate and coordinate with the OWNER 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.

1.9 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Preconstruction Conference

1. Prior to the commencement of WORK at the Site, a preconstruction conference will be held at a mutually agreed time and place. The conference shall be attended by the CONTRACTOR'S Project Manager, its superintendent, and its subcontractors as the CONTRACTOR deems appropriate. Other attendees will be:

a. ENGINEER and the Resident Project Representative.

b. Representatives of OWNER.

c. Governmental representatives as appropriate.

d. Others as requested by CONTRACTOR, OWNER, or ENGINEER.

2. The CONTRACTOR shall bring the preconstruction conference submittals in accordance with Section 01 33 00 - Contractor Submittals.

3. The purpose of the conference is to designate responsible personnel and establish a working relationship. Matters requiring coordination will be discussed and procedures for handling such matters established. The complete agenda will be furnished to the CONTRACTOR prior to the meeting date. The CONTRACTOR should be prepared to discuss all of the items listed below.

a. Status of CONTRACTOR's insurance and bonds.

b. CONTRACTOR's tentative schedules.

c. Transmittal, review, and distribution of CONTRACTOR's submittals.

d. Processing applications for payment.

e. Maintaining record documents.

f. Critical work sequencing.

g. Field decisions and Change Orders.

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h. Use of Site, office and storage areas, security, housekeeping, and OWNER's needs.

i. Major equipment deliveries and priorities.

j. CONTRACTOR's assignments for safety and first aid.

k. CONTRACTOR’s Daily Report Form.

l. Submittal Transmittal Form which the CONTRACTOR will furnish for OWNER approval.

4. The CONTRACTOR will preside at the preconstruction conference and will arrange for keeping and distributing the minutes to all persons in attendance.

5. The CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors should plan on the conference taking no less than one (1) full working day.

B. Progress Meetings

1. The CONTRACTOR will schedule and hold regular on-Site progress meetings at least weekly and at other times as requested by CONTRACTOR or as required by progress of the WORK. The CONTRACTOR, OWNER’s Resident Project Representative (RPR), other OWNER requested personnel, and all subcontractors active on the Site shall attend each meeting. CONTRACTOR may at its discretion request attendance by representatives of its suppliers, manufacturers, and other subcontractors.

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

PART 2 -- PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 -- EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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MCMILLEN JACOBS – 03252022 USFWS TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

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USFWS TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. This document contains supplemental technical requirements to the Statement of Work for construction of U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service infrastructure projects in Regions 1, 7, & 8 (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada, Alaska, Hawaii & other Pacific Islands).

B. Provide all management, supervision, field-engineering, quality-control, labor, equipment, materials and supplies necessary to perform work described in the statement of work.

C. Conduct site visits, and working meetings, conference calls, and other activities as necessary to accomplish the work in a timely and efficient manner.

1.2 DEFINITIONS (for the purposes of this document)

A. Commissioning is the act of statically and dynamically testing the operation of equipment and facility systems to ensure they operate as designed and can satisfactorily meet the needs of the facility throughout the entire range of operating conditions.

B. Construction is defined as, but not limited to, constructing (giving form by combining the parts), altering, repairing, adding to, subtracting from, improving, restoring, moving, wrecking or demolishing any building, highway, road, excavation or other structure, project, or improvement attached to real estate.

C. Contracting Officer (CO) is defined as a the USFWS person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the United States of America.

D. COR is the Contracting Officer’s Representative who is explicitly designated in writing by the CO.

E. Contractor is the business entity that is contractually-responsible to the USFWS for accomplishment of the project Work.

F. Government means Owner, Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer’s Representative, or U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

G. Performance Specifications are specifications that state what the required results will be with measurable or observable criteria for verifying compliance.

H. USFWS or FWS means United States Department of Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service.

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1.3 PROJECT LOCATION AND ACCESS

A. Project location(s) is described in the project Statement of Work.

B. Some projects may be located in remote areas where construction materials and supplies are limited in quantity and variety, and where opportunities to use local labor may be limited in quantity and specialty. In the Pacific Islands, Hawaii, and Alaska access is primarily by ship or air.

C. Access:

1. The Contractor shall identify suitable access routes to the work site(s) that are agreeable to the USFWS refuge / hatchery project leader and the COR.

2. Identify and comply with any associated use requirements and restrictions.

Verify with Field Station if roads are in “Open” or “Closed” status prior to using.

3. Site access may be difficult in some instances.

D. Any roads, parking lots, trails, and walkways subject to interference by the work shall be kept open in a manner that provides for safe public use.

E. USFWS will occupy the premises during the progress of the work. Cooperate with USFWS to maintain access and availability to the site.

1.4 TECHNICAL PROCEDURES

A. General: Comply with the requirements contained in this document unless explicitly indicated otherwise in a project-specific Statement of Work.

B. Contractor is responsible for the proper performance of the Work and shall correct, at no additional expense, to the Government any errors or omissions in connection with such performance.

C. Land Ownership and Boundary Surveying: Any boundary survey work associated with USFWS projects is within the purview of the USFWS Regional Land Surveyor, who ultimately determines the type and extent of any necessary the boundary surveying.

D. Hazardous Materials: Notify COR immediately of any potential hazardous materials discovered on-site.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal procedures will be in accordance with Specification Section 01 31 00 – Project Management and Coordination and Section 01 33 00 – Contractor Submittals.

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B. Follow the requirements of the “Region 1, 7, and 8 Engineering Drawings and Computer Aided Drafting Standards Manual”, dated January 2016 or the most recent edition, for the preparation and management of engineering drawings including As-Built drawings.

C. See 48 CFR 52.236-21 (d), (e), (f), (g), “Specifications and Drawings for Construction”, for requirements of Shop Drawing submittals for (1) the proposed fabrication and assembly of structural elements and (2) the installation (i.e., form, fit, and attachment details) of materials or equipment.

D. Processing Time: Allow the government 14 calendar days for review of submittals.

Time shall commence upon the COR’s receipt of the submittal. Any resubmittal will require another 14 days of review time.

E. Except as indicated below, transmit project-specific submittals electronically in Adobe.pdf to the COR and/or the USFWS designated engineering point-of-contact.

1. Deliver any color renderings, samples, finish samples, and mock ups directly to the USFWS field station and COR. Provide two samples to COR and one to field station, unless separate agreement is made between COR and Contractor.

2. Submit cost proposals as Adobe.pdf and/or Excel.xls to the CO and/or COR as directed.

3. Individual sheets shall be combined into a .pdf file of 5MB maximum. Files too large for electronic or ftp distribution may be mailed or delivered on compact disk.

1.6 HOUSING AND TEMPORARY FACILITIES

a. Housing for workers and campsites are not available on site unless explicitly indicated otherwise in the Scope of Work.

b. The Contractor shall furnish all temporary facilities and utilities needed including:

heat, light, power, water, telephone, sanitary facilities, job offices, material handling equipment, temporary construction aids, and storage enclosures. If suitable USFWS water, electric, or other utility is present at the site, it may be used for construction purposes at no cost, only if it does not adversely impact the operations of the station and field station agrees to permit use.

c. The Contractor is responsible for all temporary connections and disconnections.

PART 2 PROJECT EXECUTION

2.1 GENERAL

A. Project work will be accomplished via the project-specific Work Statement to convey the unique aspects of the project.

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B. Federally listed illegal drugs are not permitted on the jobsite or any Federal property, regardless of State laws.

2.2 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. The Contracting Officer or designated COR will conduct a Preconstruction Conference at a convenient time to both the Contractor and the Government. A draft agenda with topics will be distributed prior to the meeting. The Contractor shall take meeting notes and submit for COR review and approval.

2.3 PAYMENT

A. 5 work-days prior to sending to the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), submit a draft invoice in the agreed Schedule of Values format to COR for review and concurrence.

B. Proposed fees for construction costs are based on quantities and unit rates as a means to document price reasonableness, and as a tool of managing project price.

C. Unless explicitly approved otherwise and prior to incurring cost:

1. Expenses associated with any scoping visit & negotiations shall be incidental.

2. Payment will be processed monthly in accordance with the approved Schedule of Values that indicates the dollar value for each principal project element.

3. Submit paid invoices to support any requests of payment for stored materials.

4. Submit a certified invoice (with signature and date) that clearly indicates the contract number, task order number, USFWS field station name, project name, Contractor name/address/contact person and phone number/email, sequential invoice number, inclusive dates for work invoiced, original contract dollar amount, any contract modification dollar amounts issued to date, grand total contract amount, total value earned to date, cumulative previous payments, net dollar amount due this invoice.

2.3 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor shall submit for approval an initial practicable graphic construction schedule in PDF format within 15 days of NTP, as described in CFR FAR 52.236-15, “Schedules for Construction Contracts”.

B. For projects under $250,000 the construction schedule may be in Bar-Chart format or more detailed.

C. For projects over $250,000 the construction schedule shall be in Critical Path Method, CPM format.

D. The schedule shall show any long-lead time items and any government-furnished property.

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E. Submit updated construction schedules monthly depicting progress of work completed to date.

2.4 PERMITS

A. In addition to the Permits and Responsibilities clause Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.236-7, if work includes any ground disturbances meeting Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) requirements, Contractor shall prepare, submit, and obtain any permits for SWPPP.

B. The USFWS will obtain other environmental permits and clearances required for the project.

2.5 DAILY REPORTS AND PROGRESS PHOTOS

A. Contractor shall prepare and submit to the COR a daily report for each day physical on-site work is accomplished. The report shall note days and durations of no-work on the project.

B. Contractor shall label and submit to the COR a minimum of two photographs for each day of work, which represents work accomplished for that day. Photos shall contain a date stamp representing the day of work.

2.6 SUSTAINABILITY

A. Products selected by the Contractor for incorporation into the work shall be environmentally friendly, energy efficient, renewable, or other sustainable improvements. Submit manufacturer’s literature demonstrating sustainability.

2.7 COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTATION

A. The Contractor shall (during normal working hours throughout the duration of the contract) promptly furnish information, and provide reasonable facilities & access for obtaining information respecting: the character of the materials, condition of the work-in-progress, number of workers employed, their pay rate, time worked, inspection reports and test results from sampling and testing laboratories, and similar information.

PART 3 CONSTRUCTION

3.1 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor shall provide any necessary supervision, labor, materials, equipment, tools, testing, utilities, transportation, or other, which is necessary for proper execution and completion of the Work, regardless if it is temporary or permanent Work.

B. Security: Effectively secure the work site, staging areas, and materials storage areas.

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C. Diligence: Perform all construction activities efficiently and with the requisite expertise, skill, and competence to satisfy the requirements of the Contract Documents.

Contractor shall at all times exercise complete and exclusive control over the means, methods, sequences, and techniques of construction.

D. Supervision: Any time onsite work is underway, provide an onsite Project Manager or Project Superintendent who has a good working knowledge of the project work.

E. Subcontractors: Utilize general contractors and specialty subcontractors who are duly licensed and well qualified to perform the Work consistent with the Contract Documents;

Government may reasonably object to Contractor's proposed selection of workers and business entities.

F. Other Contractors: Coordinate and cooperate with any other contactors working at the project site.

G. USFWS Operations: Schedule and coordinate construction activities so as not to unduly impact ongoing refuge / hatchery operations; USFWS operations have precedence over the construction activities.

3.2 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY

A. The Contractor shall have the ultimate responsibility for health and safety on the project site at all times, as described in CFR FAR 52.236-13, “Accident Prevention”.

B. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all onsite activities, facilities constructed, and equipment conform fully to the standards of the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926 and 1910, and any supplemental DOI and USFWS policies.

C. Prepare, and submit for government review, a written permit space program for any identified OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1203 identified confined spaces. Also inform employees and post signage per 1926.1203(b)(1).

D. Comply with all applicable Federal, State and local safety requirements. In the event where any safety standard referenced herein conflicts with another, the more stringent shall govern.

E. Initiate and maintain, throughout the performance of this contract, an effective health and safety program that provides adequate policies, procedures, and practices to protect workers from (and allow them to recognize) job-related health and safety hazards.

1. The program shall include provisions for the identification, evaluation, prevention and control of general work site hazards, specific job hazards, and potential hazards that may arise from foreseeable construction methods and conditions, as well as providing a competent person to conduct frequent and regular inspections.

2. Each employee (Contractor or subcontractor) must be instructed in the

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recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to the work environment.

F. Provide barricades and warning devices as necessary to safeguard the public, workers, and government personnel. Where project work affects public roads, provide signage in accordance with the current edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as published by the US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.

G. Rollover Protection and Seat Belts: In addition to the Accident Prevention clause Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.236-13 , rollover protection and seat belts required by 29CFR 1926 (OSHA) shall be extended to include equipment regardless of the year of manufacturer.

3.3 CONSTRUCTION QUALITY CONTROL (CQC)

A. Designate in writing a single person to oversee and manage on-site quality control activities.

B. The Contractor is responsible for quality control of all project work including any sub-contracted work, and to submit thorough documentation that work fully complies with the construction documents and project permits.

C. Quality control processes include but are not limited to proactively:

1. Ensuring compliance with the construction documents and project permits.

2. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

3. Managing specialty subcontractors.

4. Reviewing and processing samples, mock ups, shop drawings and other construction submittals.

5. Ensuring that the workers have the appropriate expertise and proper equipment to perform the work.

6. Effectively utilizing third-party sampling & testing services (typically for earthwork gradation, compaction, concrete & asphalt testing, welding, pile driving, and other specialty inspections).

7. Initialing timely reviews and corrective actions to substrates prior to proceeding with subsequent work.

8. Timely involvement of industry specialists such as manufacturer representatives.

9. Managing system commissioning.

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10. Conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring in finished areas unless otherwise indicated, and maintain headroom clearance of 96” in occupied spaces and 90” in unoccupied spaces.

11. Training USFWS personnel in system operation & maintenance.

12. Timely involvement of local authorities having jurisdiction.

13. Load-Limits: Heavy equipment operated on USFWS roads and parking areas shall comply with highway-legal load limits unless explicitly approved otherwise.

D. Field-verify all dimensions and conditions prior to performing the work. Notify the COR of any conflicts.

E. Improvements shall be constructed in accordance with the product manufacturer’s written instructions and standards.

F. Welding shall be performed by licensed welders and in compliance with American Welding Society recommended practices, structurally sound, and shall be neat in appearance.

G. Electrical work shall comply with the National Electrical Code, or State Code of more stringent, to the satisfaction of the local authority having jurisdiction. And shall be performed by state-licensed (by the state where the project is located) electricians who are licensed in the category of electrical being performed; photo-voltaic and telecommunications /data systems included.

H. Telecommunication (included telephone, data, radio, TV, similar) systems shall comply with the USFWS Regional 1, 7, and/or 8 Telecommunication standards, which will be provided upon request.

3.4 NOXIOUS WEED / SPECIES / PATHOGEN CONTROL

A. Wash any equipment (and transport trucks) at an approved site prior to entering the project area. This is particularly important when transporting material or equipment from relatively distant areas.

B. Ensure and submit documentation that any straw bales and seed mixes are certified “weed-free”; and if feasible, are from the local area; submit documentation.

C. Any floating silt screens or similar construction aids shall be brand new (unused) or have been newly washed and disinfected; submit documentation.

D. Comply with any other specific protocol required by the station to minimize potential introduction of invasive species such as rodents or plants that could be transported by equipment, materials, personnel or food products.

3.5 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

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A. General: Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. This condition applies to, but is not limited to, laws and regulations governing noise levels, air and water quality standards, erosion control, surface runoff, and cultural resources.

B. Cultural Resources: Immediately stop work if paleontological, archaeological or historical remains (including burials or skeletal material) are encountered, until work is permitted to resume by written order from the Contracting Officer. Notify the Inspector, COR, or Contracting Officer immediately. The Contracting Officer will notify the Regional Archaeologist so the provisions of 36 CFR 800.7 (Resources Discovered During Construction) and other relevant laws are followed. Work in other areas may proceed as approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control: Provide effective erosion control measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff at the earliest feasible stage of construction. Regularly inspect and maintain the measures in effective working order. Promptly stop work in area(s) of any ineffective erosion control measures. Follow SWPPP as part of contract.

D. Tree and Plant Protection: Install temporary fencing located outside the drip line of trees to protect from damage from construction operations. Protect the tree root systems from damage, flooding, and erosion.

E. Vegetable-Based Hydraulics: Unless explicitly approved otherwise, dedicated onsite equipment operating near or over water bodies (or sensitive habitat) shall be equipped with vegetable-base hydraulic fluids. Consider alternates such as propane, electric, or air pneumatics.

F. Dust: Utilize effective means to prevent generation of wind borne dust (typically watering or application of other approved dust control measures) and to prevent sediment from leaving the work site and/or entering storm sewers and water bodies.

Method must be approved by the COR.

G. Damage: Protect adjacent vegetation, property, structures, and improvements from damage.

H. Hazardous Materials: Perform any hazardous materials work in strict accordance with governing hazardous materials regulations. Workers shall be knowledgeable and well trained in the handling of project-specific hazardous materials.

I. Spill Control: Provide effective spill containment measures at the earliest feasible stage of construction. Regularly inspect and maintain the measures in effective working order.

3.6 WORK LIMITS & CLEARING LIMITS

A. Work Limits: Unless approved otherwise, confine all construction equipment and disturbance with the work limits that typically include out-to-out top edge of access roads, parking areas, and staging areas.

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B. Clearing Limits: Unless approved otherwise, remove all trees, shrubs, and similar vegetative matter and deleterious material within 10 feet beyond the footprint of the Work; and as shown on the drawings.

3.7 CLEANUP

A. In addition to the Clean Up clause Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.236-12, on a Daily basis, keep the work site and staging areas reasonably free from trash and construction waste/debris. Legally dispose waste materials from Government’s property. Recycle if applicable.

B. Upon Substantial Completion of the Work, promptly remove any debris, materials, equipment, and tools, temporary facilities; and restore any areas disturbed by the Work to their preconstruction condition.

3.8 MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING, AND STORAGE

A. Contactor shall have a representative on site to receive material deliveries, and the contractor shall remain responsible for all material deliveries whether or not their representative is on site at the time of delivery or not.

B. Government-owned equipment is not available for Contractor’s use to accomplish any Work, and Government buildings and other facilities are not available for storage of Contractor’s materials, equipment, and tools.

C. Transport, handle, and store materials and equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions, and in a secure manner.

D. Store products that are subject to damage by the elements, under cover in a weathertight enclosure above ground, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation. Protect liquids from freezing.

E. Promptly remove from the project site any materials or equipment that are damaged or are otherwise unsuitable.

3.9 TESTING

A. Third-Party Sampling & Testing: On projects that entail third-party sampling and testing, the Contractor shall provide and pay for the services of an accredited independent construction materials testing laboratory meeting the minimum requirements of ASTM E239-11c.

B. When work involves any of the below items, provide third-party Testing Lab Services:

1. Soils classification, gradation, and/or compaction.

2. Concrete strength, air-content, slump, and similar

3. Structural welds

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4. Asphalt

5. Pile-driving

6. Other, as noted in other sections.

3.10 COMMISSIONING & TRAINING

A. Provide industry-certified Commissioning Specialist(s) (preferably firms recommended by the systems manufacturers) to oversee and/or perform system commissioning; to include start-up, adjustment, balancing, measurement and documentation that systems function within the manufacturer’s and designer’s prescribed operating parameters.

B. Include the commissioning documentation in (and submit) the Operation & Maintenance Manuals.

C. Training: After the systems are fully functional and are operating properly, thoroughly familiarize the local USFWS staff with the improvements and train them to be proficient in overall system operation and maintenance.

D. Tools and Spare Parts: Deliver to the project site all specialty tools, valve handles, fan belts, filters, spare parts, keys and similar devices such that the USFWS staff is able to operate and maintain the work.

3.11 FINAL WALK THOUGH

A. Submit a preliminary list of unfinished work and notify the COR at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the anticipated date of completion of all work.

B. The COR will perform final walk through as promptly as practicable.

C. The time required for such walk through and for making any corrections as a result thereof shall be included in the contract performance time.

D. The Contractor representative responsible for the work shall be present at the final walk through and shall submit a preliminary list of unfinished work.

3.12 AS-BUILT RECORD DRAWINGS (see also Closeout Documents)

A. Maintain one set of working drawings and specifications for record purposes, on the project site while work is in progress.

B. Clearly and accurately record the as-constructed work in red; include modifications and clarifications.

C. Record swing-tie distances from permanent points to any underground items.

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A. Operation and Maintenance Manuals:

1. Submit 3 copies of Operation and Maintenance manual (two paper copies to the USFWS field station and one electronic Adobe.pdf to the USFWS Regional Office Engineering).

2. Include complete parts lists keyed to suppliers; name, address, websites, email and telephone numbers for each.

3. Include fully executed manufacturer’s standard material, product, and equipment warranties.

4. Include systems commissioning documentation in (and submit) the Operation & Maintenance Manuals.

B. Submit any requested regulatory-agency clearance documents indicating the work complies with their requirements such as finalized plumbing/gas/electrical inspections.

C. After completion of the work and prior to final payment, submit a properly executed by the Contractor Release of Claims, Form DI-137, releasing claims against the United States arising out of this contract, other than claims specifically excepted from the operation of the release.

D. Record Drawings:

a. Submit a full size paper-copy set of red-lined drawings and complete set of specifications that clearly indicates the as-constructed work.

b. Scan the full size paper-copy set of red-lined drawings and submit a .pdf to the

COR.

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SECTION 01 22 00 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 -- GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. Payment for the various items of the Bid Schedule, as further specified herein, shall include all compensation to be received by the CONTRACTOR for furnishing all tools, equipment, supplies, and manufactured articles, and for all labor, operations, and incidentals appurtenant to the items of work being described, as necessary to complete the various items of the WORK all in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents, including all appurtenances thereto, and including all costs of permits and cost of compliance with the regulations of public agencies having jurisdiction, including Safety and Health Requirements of the California Division of Industrial Safety and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA).

No separate payment will be made for any item that is not specifically set forth in the Bid Schedule, and all costs therefor shall be included in the prices named in the Bid Schedule for the various appurtenant items of work.

1.2 C-CANAL DESIGN SERVICES (Bid Item No. 1)

A. Payment for engineering design services to bring the 35% plans for and specifications to an Issued for Construction (IFC) Contract Documents.

B. IFC Plans and Specifications shall be designed and certified by a qualified professional engineer licensed in the State of California.

C. Engineering Design Services includes any additional data collection required to complete the design including but not limited to geotechnical investigations, topographic survey Services, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Development.

D. All associated hardcopy and electronic deliverables.

1.3 C-CANAL MOBILIZATION (Bid Item No. 2)

A. Payment for mobilization to the Site. This work shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Specifications. Such payments will be considered full compensation for all costs incurred for the performance of the Work necessary to complete the Project requirements.

B. Mobilization cost shall not exceed 8% of the bid items for C-Canal.

C. Front loading of Mobilization cost shall not be allowed.

1.4 SAN LUIS CANAL DESIGN SERVICES (Bid Item No. C)

A. Payment for engineering design services to bring the 35% plans for and specifications to an Issued for Construction (IFC) Contract Documents.

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B. IFC Plans and Specifications shall be designed and certified by a qualified professional engineer licensed in the State of California.

C. Engineering Design Services includes any additional data collection required to complete the design including but not limited to geotechnical investigations, topographic survey Services, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Development.

D. All associated hardcopy and electronic deliverables.

1.5 SAN LUIS CANAL MOBILIZATION (Bid Item No. D)

A. Payment for mobilization to the Site. This work shall be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Specifications. Such payments will be considered full compensation for all costs incurred for the performance of the Work necessary to complete the Project requirements.

B. Mobilization cost shall not exceed 8% of the bid items for San Luis Canal.

C. Front loading of Mobilization cost shall not be allowed.

1.6 CANAL REPAIR AND IMPROVMENT (Bid Item No. 3, 5, A, E, H, J and L)

A. Measurement for payment for canal rehabilitation will be based upon the lineal feet of canal rehabilitated in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

B. Progress payments will be based on the percentage of canal rehabilitated. For example, if 50% of the canal has been rehabilitated, the contractor will be paid 50% of his lump sum price in the bid schedule for that line item.

C. The price shall constitute full compensation for completion of the canal rehabilitation including clearing and grubbing, excavation, grading, compaction, tree removal, rip-rap salvage and re-installation, new rip-rap installation, stormwater pollution prevention (SWPPP) and Erosion and Sediment control measures, and reseeding under the provisions of any permits, and in accordance with the requirements of OSHA and the Construction Safety Orders of the State of California, pursuant to the provisions of Section 6707 of the California Labor Code.

1.7 WATER CONTROL STRUCTURES (WCSs) (Bid Items No. 4, 6, B, F, I, K, M, and N)

A. Measurement for payment for Water Control Structures (WCSs) will be based upon the number of WCSs removed, disposed, and replaced with new WCSs.

B. Progress payments will be based on the percentage of WCSs removed and installed.

For example, if 50% of the WCSs have been removed and installed, the contractor will be paid 50% of his lump sum price in the bid schedule for that line item.

C. The price shall constitute full compensation for completion of all removal and offsite disposal of the existing WCS materials, precast structures, gates, shoring, and culvert pipes, SWPPP, and Erosion and Sediment control measures as required under the provisions of any permits, and in accordance with the requirements of OSHA and the

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Construction Safety Orders of the State of California, pursuant to the provisions of Section 6707 of the California Labor Code.

D. The price shall constitute full compensation for completion of the installation of new WCSs, precast structures, redwood weir boards, gates, permanent shoring (composite sheet piles or Ultrablock), culvert pipes, compaction, compaction testing, temporary shoring, new isolation gates, stormwater pollution prevention (SWPPP) and Erosion and Sediment control measures, and reseeding as required under the provisions of any permits, and in accordance with the requirements of OSHA and the Construction Safety Orders of the State of California, pursuant to the provisions of Section 6707 of the California Labor Code.

1.8 SAN LUIS CANAL SIPHON CLEANING (Bid Item No. G)

A. No measurement shall be made for this item.

B. Progress payments will not be allowed.

C. The price shall constitute full compensation for completion of the siphon cleaning including obtaining potable construction water, siphon cleaning, onsite disposal of removed materials, providing post inspection CCTV video to the OWNER, and receiving OWNER approval of the work, under the provisions of any permits, and in accordance with the requirements of OSHA and the Construction Safety Orders of the State of California, pursuant to the provisions of Section 6707 of the California Labor Code.

1.9 SAN LUIS REFUGE WATER TOWER Replacement (Bid Item No. O)

A. No measurement shall be made for this item.

B. Progress payments will not be allowed.

C. The price shall constitute full compensation for completion of the development of IFC design drawings and specifications by a professional engineer registered in the state of California, mobilization, demolition of the existing water tank, tank footings, waterline abandonment in-place, and offsite disposal of removed materials, and furnishing a new 12,000 gallon water tower, backflow preventer, and new fill pipeline in under the provisions of any permits, and in accordance with the requirements of OSHA and the Construction Safety Orders of the State of California, pursuant to the provisions of Section 6707 of the California Labor Code. Engineering Design Services includes any additional data collection required to complete the design including but not limited to geotechnical investigations, topographic survey Services, and Erosion and Sediment Plan Development.

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SECTION 01 31 00 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General coordination procedures.

2. Requests for Information (RFIs).

3. Project Web site.

4. Project meetings.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 32 15 "CPM Construction Schedule" for preparing and submitting CONTRACTOR's construction schedule.

2. Section 01 33 00 "Contractor Submittals"

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. RFI: Request for Information. Request from Government, Contracting Officer, or CONTRACTOR seeking information required by or clarifications of the Contract Documents.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Subcontract List: Design-Build Contract Bidder shall submit each subcontractor on a SF 1413 (Statement and Acknowledgement) in accordance with Paragraph (d)(1) of FAR Clause 52.222-11. SF 1413s need to be submitted within 14 days if awarded the contract. At time of bid submission Design-Build Contract Bidder shall list all subcontractor(s). The subcontractor(s) indicated shall match initial project proposal submitted if awarded the contract.

B. Key Personnel Names: Within 14 days of starting construction operations, submit a list of key personnel assignments, including superintendent and other personnel in attendance at Project site. Identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities; list addresses and telephone numbers, including home, office, and cellular telephone numbers and e-mail addresses. Provide names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals assigned as alternates in the absence of individuals assigned to Project.

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1.4 GENERAL COORDINATION PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the WORK.

Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the WORK depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

C. Conservation: Coordinate construction activities to ensure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials. Coordinate use of temporary utilities to minimize waste.

1.5 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, CONTRACTOR shall prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified.

1. Contracting Officer will return without response those RFIs submitted to Contracting Officer by other entities controlled by CONTRACTOR.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in CONTRACTOR's work or work of subcontractors.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

1. Project name.

2. Project number.

3. Date.

4. Name of CONTRACTOR.

5. Name of Contracting Officer.

6. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

7. RFI subject.

8. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

9. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

10. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

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11. CONTRACTOR's suggested resolution. If CONTRACTOR's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, CONTRACTOR shall state impact in the RFI.

12. CONTRACTOR's signature.

13. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product

Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. RFI Forms: Form with substantially the same content as indicated above, acceptable to Contracting Officer.

1. Attachments shall be electronic files in Adobe Acrobat PDF format.

D. Contracting Officer's Action: Contracting Officer will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Allow seven working days for Contracting Officer's response for each RFI. RFIs received by Contracting Officer after 1:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following CONTRACTOR-generated RFIs will be returned without action:

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