Bath Borough Stormwater Authority

121 S. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014

Northampton County, Pennsylvania

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR:

SPYGLASS HILL ROAD STORMWATER BASINS 1 & 2

RETROFIT AND BROAD STREET RAINGARDEN

CONTRACT No. 26-01

April 2026

Colliers Engineering & Design

1110 American Parkway

Building 10, Ste. F-200B

Allentown, PA 18109

Main: 877 627 3772

Colliersengineering.com

Prepared by:

Ronald B. Madison

Pennsylvania Professional Engineer

License No. 047925R

BBSA0002A

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1/2

BATH BOROUGH STORMWATER AUTHORITY

PRP: SPYGLASS HILL ROAD BASINS 1 & 2 RETROFIT AND BROAD STREET RAIN

GARDEN

CONTRACT NO. 26-01

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Division 01 – General Requirements

01000 – Summary of Work

01012 – Coordination of Work

01070 – Definitions and Abbreviations

01340 – Submittals

01400 – Quality Control

01500 – Temporary Facilities

01570 – Maintenance & Protection of Traffic

01700 – Contract Closeout

01720 – Project Record Documents

01742 – Restoration, Clean-up and Demolition

Division 02 – Site Work

02010 – Erosion and Sediment Control

02011 – Utility Test Pits

02220 – Excavation, Backfill, & Compaction

02410 – Demolition

02800 – Storm Inlets

Division 03 – Site Materials

03231 – Chain Link Fences and Gates

03302 – Concrete Work

SECTION 01000 1/2

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01000 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 Work Under This Contract

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and means to install all work as shown on the drawings and described herein. The work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

A. Spyglass Hill Road Basin 1:

A. Acquire all necessary Borough permits.

B. Clear work areas, as necessary.

C. Install and maintain soil erosion and sediment control measures.

D. Clear existing trees/shrubbery

E. Remove existing chain link fence

F. Renovate existing basin

a. Maintain the existing circular 12” orifice at elevation 369.89, 1.89 feet above basin bottom

b. Excavate 16” of soil from the basin

c. Scarify underlying Stratum B soils and replace the excavated 16 inches of soil with engineered soil media, specified to infiltrate at 5.0 inches per hour.

G. Perform all necessary site work, restoration & cleanup work.

H. Remove all temporary E&S control measures.

I. Perform one year anniversary inspection.

B. Spyglass Hill Road Basin 2:

C. Install and maintain soil erosion and sediment control measures.

D. Install approved ground protection matting to protect the access easement

E. Clear existing trees/shrubbery

F. Relocate existing shed on adjacent property easement

G. Remove existing chain link fence

H. Renovate existing basin

a. Maintain the existing 6-inch circular orifice at elevation 546.49, 5.49 feet above the basin bottom.

b. Excavate 16” of soil from the basin

c. Scarify underlying Stratum B soils and replace the excavated 18 inches of soil with engineered soil media.

I. Perform all necessary site work, restoration & cleanup work.

J. Remove all temporary E&S control measures.

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K. Perform one year anniversary inspection.

C. Broad Street Rain Garden:

C. Install and maintain soil erosion and sediment control measures.

D. Clear existing trees/shrubbery

E. Construction of rain garden

a. Regrading and removal of 18” of soil from the rain garden and surrounding area

b. Scarify underlying Stratum B soils and replace the excavated 16 inches of soil with engineered soil media, specified to infiltrate at 5.0 inches per hour.

c. A 20-foot spillway to allow treated stormwater to discharge as sheet flow.

F. Planting of tall native grasses (switchgrass).

G. Perform all necessary site work, restoration & cleanup work.

H. Remove all temporary E&S control measures.

I. Perform one year anniversary inspection.

The above general outline of work does not in any way limit the responsibility of the Contractor to perform all work and furnish the required materials, equipment, labor and means as shown or required by the Contract Documents.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01012 1/3

SECTION 01012 – COORDINATION OF WORK

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Scheduling and Coordination.

B. Coordination With Other Owner Contractors.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

Contractor shall be responsible for coordination of all equipment, work, etc. specified within this section to all related sections within the contract documents.

1.03 SCHEDULING AND COORDINATION

A. CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for coordination of all of the Work.

CONTRACTOR shall supervise, direct and cooperate fully with all subcontractors, manufacturers, fabricators, suppliers, distributors, installers, testing agencies and all others whose services, materials or equipment are required to ensure completion of the Work within the Contract Time.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall cooperate fully with the OWNER, and its representatives, and all other Contractors employed on the work including utility service companies to effect proper coordination and progress to complete the project on schedule and in proper sequence. This coordination includes that necessary for the successful certification of the project as outlined in the contract documents.

C. There may be other major construction contracts in progress at the Site that may impact the Work. The CONTRACTOR shall plan and coordinate the Work to coordinate with the work of other Contractors. CONTRACTOR shall conduct and arrange its work so as not impede or interfere with the OWNER’S operation of the facility or the work of other Contractors working at the Site in the same or adjacent areas.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall allow the OWNER or his representatives, and other project

Contractors or their representatives, access to the CONTRACTOR’S work areas for the purpose of completing any work necessary for the normal operation of the facility and/or the completion of other Contractors work. A 24 hour notice will be provided for non-emergency situations whenever possible.

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E. CONTRACTOR shall attend and participate in all project coordination or progress meetings and report on the progress of all Work and compliance with Progress

Schedules.

F. CONTRACTOR shall maintain sufficient competent personnel, drafting and CADD equipment and supplies at the Site for the purpose of preparing layout, coordination and Record Drawings. These drawings shall supplement the Contract Documents, and the working and Shop Drawings as required to coordinate the Work of the various trades. Where such drawings are prepared by the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or heating and ventilating subcontractors, CONTRACTOR shall ensure that each subcontractor maintains the required personnel and facilities at the Site.

G. The CONTRACTOR shall make all minor changes in duct, pipe or conduit routings that do not affect the intended function, but items may not be resized or exposed items relocated without the approval of the OWNER. No changes shall be made in any wall locations, ceiling heights, door swings or locations, windows or other openings or other features affecting the function or aesthetic effect of the building without OWNERS approval. Any problems of coordination that require architectural or structural changes of design shall be submitted to the OWNER for resolution. No extra compensation will be paid for removing, relocating, re-fabricating, or changing any duct, pipe, conduit routing or other material or equipment that has been fabricated or installed without proper coordination among all trades involved. Any failure of the CONTRACTOR to properly coordinate the work shall not cause additional costs to the OWNER.

H. CONTRACTOR shall not be responsible for damage done by contractors not under

CONTRACTOR’S jurisdiction.

1.04 COORDINATION WITH OTHER OWNER CONTRACTORS

A. If the OWNER intends to Contract with others for performance of other work on the Project at the Site, OWNER shall have ultimate authority and responsibility for coordination of the various contracts. The ENGINEER will be the OWNER’S representative and all matters of coordination requiring OWNER actions shall be brought to the attention of ENGINEER promptly.

B. Notwithstanding the statement above, the CONTRACTOR is solely responsible for coordination of the Work including any coordination required with OWNER, and its representatives, and all other Contractors employed on the Site including utility service companies.

C. CONTRACTOR shall be liable to OWNER and its other Contractors for any reasonable direct delay and disruption costs incurred by OWNER and other Contractors as a result of the CONTRACTOR’S actions or inactions.

SECTION 01012 3/3

PART 2 – MATERIALS

NOT USED

PART 3 – EXECUTION

NOT USED

Section 01070 1/2

SECTION 01070 – DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

A. Definitions.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

Contractor shall be responsible for coordination of all equipment, work, etc. specified within this section to all related sections within the contract documents.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Cost and Pricing Data: All data used by the CONTRACTOR in negotiating and pricing Work covered by Changes, or involved in a proposal or claim. It includes

Bid estimates, estimating guides, and proposal or claim estimates pricing adjustments in Contract Price or Contract Time, including back-up computations and assumptions.

B. Construction Facilities Plan: A plan presented by the CONTRACTOR to the

OWNER showing the layout, equipment, materials and procedures that the

CONTRACTOR proposes for construction of temporary electrical, telephone, lighting, heating, water, sanitation, field offices, sheds and other site facilities.

C. Direct Costs: A term used to group labor, material, equipment and Subagreement

Costs.

D. Emergency: A failure of function which precludes the further operation of a critical segment of work.

E. Field Testing: Testing that is performed by the CONTRACTOR and/or

Subcontractor, with supplier assistance, on products after they have been installed in the Work, and after the performance of physical checkout, for the purpose of proving that the Products meet the requirements of the pertinent technical Specifications.

F. Functional Testing: Testing performed by the CONTRACTOR on a “system” normally comprised of two or more pieces of equipment, after the equipment has been installed in the Work, and after Physical Checkout and Field Testing has been completed, for the purpose of proving that the system meets requirements as specified and as indicated in the Contract Documents.

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G. Non-conforming Work; Rejected Work: A condition which deviates from Contract

Document requirements.

H. Physical Checkout: The process of physically inspecting products after they have been installed in the Work to determine if the products have been properly and completely installed and are ready for field and/or functional testing.

I. Punchlist: A survey of the CONTRACTOR’S and Subcontractor’s work by the

OWNER/ENGINEER performed prior to Substantial Completion in order to create a list of incomplete or unsatisfactory work.

J. Rolling Stock: Vehicles, fork lifts, compressors, and other similar items which can be moved from one location to another to support the activities of Operations and

Maintenance personnel who will operate and maintain the work upon Substantial

Completion of the contract.

K. Shop Testing: Testing that is done by the supplier either at the place of manufacture, the place of assembly or at another location where the required testing apparatus is located, the purpose of proving that the products meet the requirements of the pertinent technical Specifications.

L. Startup: The initial operation of a sufficiently completed facility and/or plant by the

OWNER utilizing wastewater and related substances (sludge, scum, etc.) or other media which the facility has been designed to process.

M. Supplementary Conditions: The part of the Contract Documents which amends or supplements the General Conditions.

N. Section GC GENERAL CONDITIONS, General Conditions: The part of the

Contract Documents that amends or supplements the Agreement.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

NOT USED

PART 3 – EXECUTION

SECTION 01340 1/4

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01340 – SUBMITTALS

A. CONTRACTOR’S Responsibilities.

B. OWNER’S Duties.

C. Submittal Requirements.

D. Re-submittal Requirements.

E. Products.

F. Shop Drawings.

G. Manufacturer’s Requirements.

H. Submittal Codes.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

Contractor shall be responsible for coordination of all equipment, work, etc. specified within this section to all related sections within the contract documents.

1.03 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. CONTRACTOR’S Responsibilities:

1. Review submittals prior to submittal.

2. Determine and verify following:

a. Field measurements.

b. Field construction criteria.

c. Catalog numbers and similar data.

d. Conformance with Specifications.

3. Coordinate each submittal with requirements of Work and Contract

Documents.

4. Notify the ENGINEER in writing, at time of submittal, of deviations in submittals from requirements of the Contract Documents. No deviation will be allowed without the written permission of the OWNER. If

CONTRACTOR fails to notify OWNER of deviations, he shall pay for all cost for equipment replacement or removal to correct problem.

5. Begin no fabrication or work requiring submittals until return of submittals with the ENGINEER’S approval.

6. Designate in Construction Progress Schedule, dates for submittal and receipt of reviewed Shop Drawings and samples.

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7. Submittals received but not required in Specifications shall be returned without review.

8. Submit Record Documents in accordance with Section 01720 PROJECT

RECORD DOCUMENTS.

B. OWNER’S Duties:

1. Review submittals in accordance with schedule.

2. Affix stamp and signature, and indicate acceptance of submittal or further action required of CONTRACTOR.

3. Return submittals to the CONTRACTOR for distribution or for resubmittal per the Construction Services Contract.

1.04 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Identify Contract, CONTRACTOR, Subcontractor and/or supplier; pertinent drawing sheet and detail and Specification section number, as appropriate.

B. Apply CONTRACTOR’S stamp, signed or initialed, certifying that review, verification of products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction work, and coordination of information, are in accordance with the requirements of the Work and

Contract Documents.

C. All engineering submittals or calculations shall bear the stamp and signature of a

Professional Engineer registered in the State of Pennsylvania.

D. Schedule submittals in accordance with the approved schedule.

E. Identify variations from Contract Documents and product or system limitations that may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work in the transmittal letter to the ENGINEER.

F. Provide space for the ENGINEER’S review stamp.

G. Revise and resubmit submittals within fourteen (14) days. Identify all changes made since previous submittal. CONTRACTOR’S failure to obtain approval of submittals shall not be used by CONTRACTOR as a basis for delays in achieving Contract

Completion Dates.

H. Provide a detailed schedule for the delivery of each required submittal within thirty

(30) days of Notice to Proceed. Assign a submittal number to each submittal or partial submittal using the Specification number first, and a sequential number for each submittal within that Specification in accordance with the form provided by the

OWNER.

I. Progress payments may be withheld if submittals, resubmittals or schedule updates are not presented to the ENGINEER in accordance with the project schedule as required.

1.05 PROPOSED PRODUCTS LIST

A. Proposed products shall be provided in accordance the General Conditions or, as

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otherwise specified in the Contract Documents.

B. Within thirty (30) days after Notice to Proceed, submit a complete list of products proposed for use, with Specification section number, name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

C. For products specified only by reference standards, give manufacturer, trade name, model or catalog designation, and reference standards.

D. Specifically identify the products, the anticipated schedule for delivery and storage, and the estimated value thereof for materials that the CONTRACTOR intends to request approval for off-site storage and partial progress payment therefore.

1.06 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Shop Drawings shall be in accordance with the GENERAL CONDITIONS or as otherwise specified in the Contract Document.

B. Within thirty (30) days after Notice to Proceed, submit a list of Shop Drawings indicating Specification section number, contents, proposed numbering system, and time schedule for preparation and submission for all Shop Drawings for the contract.

1.07 PRODUCT DATA

B. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data.

Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information unique to this

Project. Indicate project equipment number or tag number for which product is proposed.

1.08 SAMPLES

A. Samples shall be submitted in accordance Section GC GENERAL CONDITIONS, except as otherwise specified herein below.

B. Submit samples to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

C. Submit samples of finishes from the full range of manufacturers' standard colors, textures, and patterns for the OWNER’S selection.

D. Include identification on each sample, with full project information.

E. Submit the number of samples specified in individual Specification sections; one of which will be retained by the OWNER.

F. Reviewed samples that may be used in the work are indicated in individual

Specification sections.

1.09 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS

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A. Submit manufacturers' printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting and finishing, in quantities specified under Product Data above.

B. Identify conflicts between manufacturers' instructions and Contract Documents.

1.10 MANUFACTURER'S CERTIFICATES

A. When specified in individual Specification sections, submit manufacturers' certificate to the OWNER for review, in quantities specified for Product Data.

B. Certify material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

C. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product, but must be acceptable to the OWNER.

1.11 WARRANTY

A. Submit all warranty information in accordance with individual specification sections and Section GC GENERAL CONDITIONS.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

PART 3 – EXECUTION

Section 01400 1/7

SECTION 01400 – QUALITY CONTROL

A. CONTRACTOR’S Responsibilities:

B. On Site Quality Control Manager.

C. Quality Control Plan.

D. Quality Assurance/Control of Subcontractor’s/Suppliers.

E. On site Inspection.

F. Off site Inspection.

G. Deliverables.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

Contractor shall be responsible for coordination of all equipment, work, etc. specified within this section to all related sections within the contract documents.

1.03 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITY

A. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for controlling the quality of all the Work including the work of its Subcontractors, vendors and suppliers; and for assuring that the contract specified quality of the work is achieved.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall develop and maintain a CONTRACTOR’S Quality

Control (CQC) program that is responsive to the requirements of this Specification section; and includes procedures necessary to assure compliance with the requirements of the contract.

C. An outline of the CQC program shall be submitted within thirty (30) days after receipt of the Notice to-Proceed. The CQC Program and implementing procedures for quality control of work shall be submitted to the ENGINEER for written approval prior to commencement of the work but no later than sixty (60) days following receipt of the Notice to Proceed, which ever occurs first.

D. The CQC Program shall explain the CONTRACTOR’S approach to on-site quality control, off-site quality control, the CQC organization, documentation of the

CONTRACTOR and its Subcontractors quality control activities, and provide all

Section 01400 2/7 other information necessary to demonstrate to the OWNER that the

CONTRACTOR, its Subcontractors, vendors and suppliers will provide quality control services that ensure compliance of the Work with the Contract Documents.

E. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain control over construction and installation processes to assure compliance with specified requirements. In-process and final inspection and testing of construction shall be performed in accordance with written implementing quality control, test, and inspection procedures to assure that contract requirements have been met.

F. The results of all inspections shall be recorded on inspection checklists developed by the CONTRACTOR and approved in writing by the ENGINEER.

G. The CONTRACTOR shall deliver a monthly quality control report to the

OWNER/ENGINEER. This report shall address:

1. Status of the CONTRACTOR’S QC Program including procedure development.

2. Status of the management of the CONTRACTOR’S Subcontractor/supplier

(s) quality control.

3. The number of inspections/tests performed during the month and results.

4. Any quality problems experienced.

H. It is the OWNER’S intent that the workforce supplied by the CONTRACTOR, Subcontractors, Suppliers, Manufacturers and Independent Testing Agencies for this project meets or exceeds certain minimum experience qualifications, and that this experience can be documented based on other previous projects similar in size and scope to this project. The CONTRACTOR shall provide evidence to demonstrate compliance with the minimum experience qualifications required herein upon request of the OWNER. Whenever the Contract Documents use the terms listed below, CONTRACTOR shall ensure that the minimum experience qualifications stated below shall be met or exceeded by CONTRACTOR, Subcontractors, Suppliers, Manufacturers, and any CONTRACTOR controlled

Independent Testing Agencies. The minimum experience qualifications specified below shall be met or exceeded unless other more stringent qualifications are specified in specific specification sections, or required by the State of

Pennsylvania:

1. Supervisor: An individual who has performed a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience on projects of similar size and scope.

2. Installer: An individual who has performed a minimum of two (2) years of related experience working under the direction of a Supervisor. The installer can also be one who is an authorized representative of the

Section 01400 3/7 manufacturer for the equipment in which he is installing. System installers such as Plant Control System, or other complete systems installations, an individual must have performed a minimum of five (5) years of related system installation experience working under the direction of a Supervisor.

Installers must work under the direction of a Supervisor at all times.

3. Manufacturer: Have a minimum of five (5) years experience in manufacture and successful start-up of the specified equipment/design demonstrated by submitting a list of five (5) similar projects completed within the last five (5) years including project names and addresses; contact names, addresses and telephone numbers of Owners; and other any other information specified or requested by the OWNER.

4. Licensed Operators – Drivers/operators shall be fully and currently licensed and/or certified to drive/operate the type of vehicle/equipment which they drive/operate either on-site or off-site.

5. Independent Testing Agency/Laboratory/Firm: Have a minimum of five (5 years) experience performing the specified independent testing required by the Contract Documents. Qualification data shall be submitted for Owner review and approval. Submit list of five (5) similar projects completed within the past five (5) years including project names and addresses; contact names, addresses and telephone numbers of Owners; and any other information specified or requested by the OWNER.

6. The OWNER may elect to interview management personnel provided by the CONTRACTOR specifically; the Project Manager, Quality Control

Manager, Safety Manager and Field Superintendent prior to accepting these personnel for the Project.

1.04 ON-SITE QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER

A. Overall administration of the CONTRACTOR’S QC Program shall be under a full time, qualified, on-site QC Manager for the duration of the Contract. The selection of the CONTRACTOR’S QC Manager is subject to the OWNER’S approval and must meet the following criteria:

1. The QC Manager shall have at least ten (10) years of experience in quality control management of Resident Inspection personnel and have at least five

(5) years of experience in quality control inspection on construction projects.

2. Resumes of the proposed QC Manager will be submitted to the OWNER for written approval prior to the commencement of the Work.

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3. All quality control personnel working for the QC Manager, shall be subject to approval by the OWNER. All QC personnel objected to by the OWNER shall be replaced at no additional cost to the OWNER.

4. The Employment of an independent QC Subcontractor shall in no way alter or reduce the CONTRACTOR’S obligations in this section or of any contractual requirements.

1.05 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

A. The CONTRACTOR will develop a written plan for implementing QC, tests, and inspection procedures. These procedures shall include but not be limited to:

1. Instructions for performing the contractually required tests or inspections.

2. The accept/reject criteria for each inspection activity listed on the checklist

(i.e., applicable drawing, Specification section, industry code or standard).

3. The frequency for performing the test or inspection. These procedures shall be kept current and shall be available at all locations where they will be used.

4. Procedures shall provide for the identification and control of unsatisfactory or non-conforming material or conditions and for the prompt notification to the OWNER with recommendations for corrective action.

5. The CONTRACTOR shall include in its QC plan the means and methods established for controlling the identification, handling, and storage of raw and fabricated material and inspection status of the material. These controls shall be maintained from the time of receipt of the material until delivery to the OWNER, in order to protect the material from damage, deterioration, loss or substitution.

6. Means and methods for inspection/testing procedures shall be included in the CONTRACTOR’S plan to assure conformance with requirements for special process Specifications such as welding, heat-treating and non-destructive testing of materials.

B. Work to be done away from the construction site is subject to inspection on behalf of the OWNER during its fabrication, manufacture, testing or before shipment. The

CONTRACTOR shall give at a minimum a four (4) week notice to the OWNER of the place and time where such fabrication, manufacture, testing, or shipping is to be done so that the necessary arrangements for inspections and witnessing of shop tests can be made.

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C. Certifications for personnel, procedures, and equipment shall be maintained as required to meet the requirements of the Contract Documents and all applicable codes.

D. In accordance with the General Conditions, the CQC program is subject to periodic audit by the OWNER or its representative to assure compliance with the Contract

Documents.

1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE/CONTROL OF SUBCONTRACTORS/SUPPLIERS

A. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for controlling the quality of work performed by its subcontractors and suppliers. The CONTRACTOR will instruct the

Subcontractor or supplier to implement the CQC Program on all work performed.

1.07 CONTRACTOR'S ON SITE QUALITY CONTROL TESTING AND INSPECTION

A. The CONTRACTOR and its Subcontractors shall perform inspections, tests, and other services as required by the Contract Documents, the approved QC Program, and in accordance with laws, codes, rules, and regulations and document the results on checklists as described herein.

B. CONTRACTOR shall provide written notice three (3) days prior to any on-site tests so that the OWNER may witness the CONTRACTOR and/or Subcontractors on site tests. The OWNER’S witnessing of tests does not relieve the

CONTRACTOR and/or Subcontractors of their obligation to comply with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall develop an inspection and test index identifying all required inspections and tests as indicated in the Contract Documents and the approved QC Program. The CONTRACTOR shall provide one copy of test and inspection results to the OWNER’S Representative witnessing the test, and retain, file and turnover the original inspection and test results in accordance with Section

01411 TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES FURNISHED BY CONTRACTOR.

1.08 QUALITY CONTROL ACTION ITEMS – OWNER

A. Unless otherwise directed in writing by the OWNER, the CONTRACTOR shall promptly undertake appropriate action at no additional cost to the OWNER to respond and correct any unsatisfactory, non-conforming, or otherwise deficient conditions reported to the CONTRACTOR by the OWNER. These conditions may also be identified as a result of OWNER inspections, audits or surveillances.

B. The CONTRACTOR’S refusal, failure or neglect to take appropriate action or to submit a written response within the time period requested shall constitute reasonable evidence that the CONTRACTOR is not prosecuting the work or separable part, with the diligence that will ensure its acceptable quality within the

Section 01400 6/7 applicable contract requirements and shall constitute sufficient basis for the

OWNER to recommend in accordance with the General Conditions to withhold any payment otherwise due, or identify and order alternate actions on the basis of the information in the contract.

C. If testing by the independent laboratory indicates that CONTRACTOR’S and/or

Subcontractors work fails to conform to the specified requirements, CONTRACTOR and/or Subcontractors shall correct the defective work, develop suitable procedures to ensure that any new work will be in conformance with

Specifications, and perform testing to verify that the corrected work and new procedures are in compliance with the Specifications; all at no additional cost to the

OWNER.

1.09 MANUFACTURERS' FIELD INSTALLATION SERVICES AND REPORTS

A. When specified in the individual Specification sections, the CONTRACTOR and its Subcontractors shall require material or product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions, conditions of surfaces and installation, quality of workmanship, startup of equipment, (test, adjust, and balance of equipment) and to provide instructions when necessary.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall report to the OWNER in writing any observations and site decisions or instructions given by the manufacturers' representatives to the

CONTRACTOR that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturers' written instructions.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall submit manufacturer's representative's reports (in duplicate) within 10 days of each field visit, to the OWNER for review. If the durations of field visits are greater that one week, the CONTRACTOR shall submit weekly reports. Final report shall certify that the equipment or systems have been satisfactorily installed and are functioning correctly.

2.01 DELIVERABLES

A. QC Program Plan and Personnel List.

B. All quality records that are to be developed and turned over to the OWNER in accordance with Specification Section 01720 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS.

3.01 QUALITY PROGRAM EXECUTION

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A. Inspections and tests shall be made by the CONTRACTOR and its Subcontractors, and the appropriate documentation produced, as each element of work is executed.

The OWNER will require completion of all required QA/QC documentation as a condition of payment for a particular item. Additionally, the OWNER will require that all quality control documentation be complete as a condition precedent to release of retainage.

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SECTION 01500 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES

1. GENERAL

1.01 Water Supply

Water for the purpose of this contract must be obtained by the Contractor through direct local arrangements with the Water Company. The Contractor shall furnish and install necessary temporary piping and valves/meters in connection with such water supply.

1.02 Temporary Heat

The Contractor shall provide approved type heating apparatus with the necessary fuel in order to protect and/or dry out the work. The finished work shall be protected at all times from damage by the elements.

1.03 Electrical Supply

The Contractor shall pay all fees, obtain necessary permits and have meter(s) installed for power and light as may be required for the prosecution of his work.

1.04 Sanitary Facilities

The Contractor shall, at the beginning of the work, provide on the premises suitable temporary facilities and enclosures for the use of workmen and shall maintain same in a sanitary condition and remove same when directed by the Engineer.

2. PAYMENT

The Contractor shall pay for the cost of all temporary facilities and utilities required and used on this project from the start of the construction period through substantial completion.

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SECTION 01570 - MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF TRAFFIC

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. CONTRACTOR shall keep all streets and traffic ways within the project limits and adjacent areas in such condition to adequately accommodate the passage of traffic and pedestrians during the construction period unless otherwise approved by the

OWNER. The CONTRACTOR shall keep the portions of the road being used by the OWNER free from irregularities and obstructions of any character that might represent a hazard to the OWNER’S operations and in such condition that traffic will be adequately accommodated. Irregularities in the adjacent pavement and holes in the adjacent hard surface pavement (potholes) shall be repaired when directed by the

OWNER using approved asphalt patching material.

B. CONTRACTOR shall provide maintenance and protection of traffic on public roadways in strict accordance with Pen Argyl Borough and PennDOT.

C. CONTRACTOR shall provide and maintain suitable bridges, detours or other approved temporary expedient for the accommodation of traffic when required to cross or obstruct a street or traffic-way. Two-way traffic shall be maintained at all times, unless otherwise approved or noted. The CONTRACTOR shall not stop traffic without OWNER’S permission.

D. CONTRACTOR shall give the required advance notice to the OWNER/ENGINEER of his proposed operations affecting all roadways.

E. CONTRACTOR shall provide flagmen, signs, signals, barricades, flares, lights and all other equipment, service and personnel required to regulate and protect all traffic, and warn of hazards. All such Work shall conform to requirements of the OWNER.

Remove temporary equipment and facilities when no longer required; restore grounds to original, or to specified conditions.

F. Maintenance of traffic during suspension of work: During any suspension, the

CONTRACTOR shall open to traffic such portions of the project and temporary roadways or portion thereof as may be agreed upon between the CONTRACTOR and OWNER for the temporary accommodation of necessary traffic during the anticipated period of suspension.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

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1.03 TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND SIGNS

A. Provide and operate traffic control and directional signals required in accordance with the approved plan to direct and maintain an orderly flow of traffic in all areas under CONTRACTOR'S control, or affected by CONTRACTOR'S operations.

B. Provide traffic control and directional signs, mounted on barricades or standard posts:

1. At each change of direction of a roadway and at each crossroad.

2. At detours and hazardous areas.

3. At parking areas.

4. At truck routes.

1.04 FLAGMEN

A. Provide qualified PennDOT-certified and suitably equipped flagmen when construction operations encroach on public thoroughfare or OWNER’S traffic lanes, as required for regulation of traffic and in accordance with the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Competent and courteous flaggers shall be provided in sufficient number for orderly control, and if necessary, to stop traffic, advise the

OWNER concerning the delays, and the manner in which they should proceed, and to keep traffic in their respective lanes. The flaggers shall use sign paddles to regulate traffic in accordance with the PennDOT.

B. Submit certifications of proposed flagmen for OWNER approval 14 days prior to the commencement of any traffic work.

C. Flagman will be required to wear orange traffic vests at all times to alert motorists of their presence.

1.05 FLARES AND LIGHTS

A. Provide flares and lights during periods of low visibility:

1. To clearly delineate traffic lanes, to guide traffic and to warn of hazardous areas.

2. For use by flagmen in directing traffic.

B. Provide illumination of critical traffic and parking areas.

1.06 BARRIERS

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A. Temporary precast concrete traffic (Jersey) barriers shall be provided to mark the limits of the project site. Traffic barriers shall comply with Pennsylvania

Department of Transportation. Use of barriers in the work, when required or when directed by the OWNER, shall be at the expense of the CONTRACTOR and at no additional cost to the OWNER. The cost for furnishing and installing temporary barriers shall be included in the price bid for Work.

1.07 PARKING CONTROL

A. Control all CONTRACTOR related vehicular parking within the limits of the Work to preclude interference with traffic or parking, access by emergency vehicles, OWNER'S operations, or construction operations. Provide temporary parking facilities for the OWNER as may be required because of construction or operations.

B. Monitor parking of all construction and private vehicles:

1. Maintain free vehicular access to and through parking areas.

2. Prohibit parking on or adjacent to access roads, or in non-designated areas.

3. Non-designated parking areas include the shoulder of any public road.

1.08 HAUL ROUTES

A. Consult with the OWNER to establish thoroughfares that will be used as haul routes and site access. CONTRACTOR shall obtain OWNER’S approval for roads to be used as haul routes and for site access prior to using these routes. This information shall be included in the CONTRACTOR’S Traffic Control Plan.

B. Confine construction traffic to authorized designated haul routes, and minimize the adverse effects of hauling operations on persons residing adjacent to the haul route.

C. Provide traffic control at critical areas of haul routes to expedite traffic flow, to minimize interference with normal public traffic.

1.09 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN

A. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain traffic and permit free access required for the

OWNER’S operations. All construction work areas and the traffic control plan shall conform to OWNER’S requirements. OWNER-approved haul routes shall be included.

B. Whenever work impacts a public right-of-way the CONTRACTOR shall prepare a traffic control plan for, and get permits from the administration having jurisdiction.

Two copies of the final and permitted traffic control plan shall be submitted to the

ENGINEER before any work on a public right-of-way is started.

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C. The traffic control plan for the OWNER’S Site shall include personnel and their qualifications, haul roads, storage plan for signs etc. The traffic control plan shall be submitted no later than 14 days prior to the date that the CONTRACTOR intends to mobilize equipment on site. CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with the OWNER, develop and submit a Traffic Control Plan to the OWNER. This plan shall show the type of warning signs, barricades, etc., their placement and where flagmen, will be stationed. The CONTRACTOR shall not begin Work until such time as he has an approved traffic control plan in his possession. The OWNER may require the

CONTRACTOR to adjust and modify his plan as the Work progresses.

D. All connections with OWNER’S roads and public entrances shall be kept in a reasonable smooth condition for the safe passage of traffic at all times.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

PART 3 - EXECUTION

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SECTION 01700 – CONTRACT CLOSEOUT

A. Contract closeout is the process that commences as the work nears Substantial

Completion. It continues through Substantial Completion and Final Completion of the Work.

B. This Specification section defines the overall change over process from construction (by the CONTRACTOR) to plant operations (by the OWNER). This section defines the terms in this process, and outlines the responsibilities of the

CONTRACTOR, and the OWNER.

C. As construction of the project enters the final stages of completion, the

CONTRACTOR shall, in accordance with accomplishing the requirements set forth in the Contract Documents, attend to or have already completed the following items as they apply to his contract:

1. Scheduling equipment manufacturers' visits to site.

2. Required testing of project components.

3. Scheduling training sessions for plant personnel by equipment manufacturers.

4. Scheduling startup and initial operation.

5. Scheduling and furnishing OWNER approved personnel during initial operation.

6. Correcting or replacing defective work, including completion of items previously overlooked or work which remains incomplete, all as evidenced by the OWNER’S "Punch" Lists.

7. Attend to any other items listed herein or brought to the CONTRACTOR’S attention by the OWNER.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

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1.03 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT SEQUENCE OF EVENTS

A. The sequence of events and their description listed below represent the suggested order of activities as the contract proceeds from Work Required Prior To

Requesting Substantial Completion, through Substantial Completion, Correction

Period and Final Completion. Adjustments may be made, after approval by the

OWNER for the mutual benefit of the CONTRACTOR and the OWNER, if the situation so warrants. Any adjustment made in the sequence of events, to accommodate the CONTRACTOR, shall be at no additional cost to the OWNER.

B. Work Required Prior To Requesting Substantial Completion: The CONTRACTOR shall perform the following prior to requesting approval Substantial Completion.

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

1. Complete all Work for each Contract Milestone in accordance with the

Contract Documents.

2. Submit acceptable Operations and Maintenance Manual information as required by Section 01785 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

MANUAL INFORMATION and in Divisions 2-16.

3. Complete training in accordance with Section 01735 OPERATION AND

MAINTENANCE TRAINING and in Divisions 2-16.

4. Complete start-up and performance testing in accordance with the approved plans for individual items of equipment and systems for which turnover is intended. Submit acceptable test reports and other test documentation as required by Section 01752 EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEM START-UP

AND PERFORMANCE TESTING.

5. Turn over all spare parts, as required in Divisions 2-16.

6. Provide specified startup material and operating supplies as specified in

Section 01751 DEMONSTRATE OPERATION READINESS OF

EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS.

7. Submit proof of warranties required in Division 2-16.

8. Submit proof of maintenance according to the manufacturer’s and industry standard requirements.

9. Perform clean-up as required below:

a. Clean interior and exterior glass and surfaces exposed to view;

remove temporary labels, stains and foreign substances, polish transparent and glossy surfaces, vacuum carpeted and soft surfaces.

b. Clean equipment and fixtures by removing temporary labels, stains, SECTION 01700 3/4 dirt, and other foreign substances.

c. Clean permanent filters or replace, disposable filters of operating equipment.

d. Clean debris from galleries, pipes, roofs, gutters, basins, pump wet wells, down spouts, tanks, drainage systems, and HVAC ducting.

e. Clean site; sweep paved areas, rake clean unpaved surfaces.

f. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, construction fencing, equipment, temporary utilities, and construction facilities from the site.

C. Substantial Completion:

1. Substantial Completion is defined in the General Conditions.

2. The OWNER will provide a punchlist of items to be completed or corrected prior to final payment.

D. Correction Period:

1. The Correction Period is defined in the General Conditions.

2. The CONTRACTOR shall supply additional data by the end of the

Correction Period which will supplement the punch1ist documentation. This data includes the following:

a. Special or revised operating and maintenance instructions and submittals developed from corrective, warranty or guaranty work.

b. Special Supplier warranties/guarantees not already provided.

c. Special protective maintenance instructions for mothballed equipment not already provided and such other documentation as may be required by Section 01752 EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEM

START-UP AND PERFORMANCE TESTING.

E. Final COMPLETION:

1. Final Completion is defined in the General Conditions.

2. The CONTRACTOR shall complete the punchlist items.

3. The CONTRACTOR shall submit the Application for Final Payment as well as any additional documentation required by the Contract Documents

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SECTION 01720 1/4

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01720 – PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. CONTRACTOR’S Responsibilities.

B. Construction Video/Photographs.

C. Maintenance of Documents.

D. Recordings.

E. Submittals.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

1.03 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain at the site for turnover to the OWNER an electronic copy and a record copy of all items as follows:

1. Contract Drawings.

2. Specifications.

3. Addenda.

4. Change Orders and Other Modifications to the Contract.

5. Field Orders or Written Instructions.

6. Test records and Reports.

7. Construction Video/Photographs.

B. Maintain at the site for turnover to the OWNER three record copies and electronic copies of approved Shop Drawings, Product Data, Working Contract Drawings, and

Samples.

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1.04 CONSTRUCTION VIDEO/PHOTOGRAPHS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall videotape the entire project site including all concrete and asphalt pavements, curb and gutter, fencing to remain, structures to be demolished, and existing structures that are to be modified. The original videotape shall be turned over to the OWNER/prior to beginning construction activities. The videotape shall be color in digital format. The video shall clearly identify existing site and structural conditions prior to construction. Similar video of all affected existing structures shall be made at completion of construction. The OWNER shall accompany the

CONTRACTOR when recording and shall be provided two copies of the completed video.

1.05 MAINTENANCE OF DOCUMENTS AND SAMPLES

A. Store documents and samples in CONTRACTOR’S field office apart from documents used for construction.

1. Provide files and racks for storage of documents.

2. Provide locked cabinet or secure storage space for storage of samples.

B. File documents and samples in accordance with CSI/CSC format.

C. Maintain documents in a clean, dry, legible condition and in good order. Do not use record documents for construction purposes.

D. Make documents and samples available at all times for inspection.

E. As a prerequisite for monthly progress payments, exhibit the currently updated "project record documents" for review.

1.06 RECORDING BY THE CONTRACTOR

A. Label each document "PROJECT RECORD" in neat large printed letters.

B. Record information concurrently with construction progress.

1. Do not conceal any work until required information is recorded.

C. Contract Drawings shall be legibly marked in red to record actual as-built construction to include at a minimum the following:

1. All underground piping with elevations and dimensions, changes to piping location, horizontal and vertical locations of underground utilities and appurtenances, referenced to permanent surface improvements, actual installed pipe material, class etc.

2. Field changes of dimension and detail.

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3. Changes made by Field Order or by Change Order.

4. Details not on original Contract Drawings.

5. Equipment and piping relocations.

6. Depths of various elements of foundation in relation to finish first floor datum.

7. Location of internal utilities and appurtenances concealed in the construction (including electrical conduit), referenced to visible and accessible features of the structure.

8. Major architectural and structural changes (such as relocations of doors, etc.).

9. Changes to architectural schedules.

10. Wiring and Interconnection Diagrams shall be submitted for all control panels and field mounted devices/equipment. They shall include terminal number points, color of wire, location of terminal blocks, terminal block numbers and location of any wire nuts between terminal blocks. This requirement shall be in addition to any Record

Document requirements specified under Division 16.

11. Record Instrumentation Loop Diagrams shall be submitted on a single

8½11 sheet for each monitoring or control loop. The format shall be the Instrument Society of America, Standard for Instrument Loop

Diagrams, ISA-S5.4., including all optional information. Each wire shall be shown with all terminations as part of the loop diagram.

Terminations furnished under other sections of this Specification shall be shown and completely identified on the as-built Contract Drawings in the submittal. The loop diagram numbers shall be the same numbers as used in the Contract Documents. This requirement shall be in addition to any Record Document requirements specified under

Division 11.

D. Specifications and Addenda; Legibly mark each Section to record:

1. Manufacturer, trade name, catalog number, and supplier of each product and item of equipment actually installed.

2. Changes made by Field Order or by Change Order.

E. Shop Drawings…