5-CLSH-26-01 Technical Specifications.pdf

CONTRACT 26-01

ARRO CORPORATION

Technical Specifications

This page is intentionally left blank

Table of Contents

Contract 026-01

SEWER MAIN REHABILITATION

Technical Specifications

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01010 Summary of Work

Section 01027 Application for Payment

Section 01045 Cutting, Patching and Alterations

Section 01050 Field Engineering & Surveying

Section 01130 Interface Coordination

Section 01140 Contractor’s Use of the Premises

Section 01141 Site Investigation

Section 01220 Unit Prices

Section 01300 Submittals

Section 01310 Schedules and Reports

Section 01340 Shop Drawings

Section 01355 Environment Protection

Section 01400 Quality Control

Section 01452 Review of Work

Section 01500 Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls

Section 01600 Material and Equipment

Section 01700 Contract Closeout

Section 01725 As-Built Documents

DIVISION 2 SITEWORK

Section 02110 Site Clearing

Section 02211 Rough Grading

Table of Contents

Section 02218 Landscape Grading

Section 02221 Utility Excavation

Section 02231 Aggregate Base Course

Section 02401 Dewatering

Section 02486 Restoration

Section 02513 Pavement Restoration

Section 02556 Traffic Controls

Section 02800 Slip Lining Pipe

Section 02956 Cleaning and CCTV Inspection

CONTRACT 26-01

ARRO CORPORATION

DIVISION 1

Section 01010

SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The work of this Contract consists of furnishing, employing, and installing all equipment, materials, and labor necessary to complete all demolition, renovation, and construction as specified and/or as shown on the Plans, producing thereby a complete, finished, watertight, neat, safe, rugged, reliable, and fully usable facility ready for operation.

B. All work done for this Contract shall be of the best quality, free from faults and defects, and in accordance with the Contract Documents.

C. All existing dimensions shown on the Contract Drawings are approximate. The

CONTRACTOR is responsible for verifying all existing conditions in the field.

1.02 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS - INTENT AND USE

A. Intent of Documents

1. Singular notations and specifications shall be considered plural where application is reasonably inferred.

2. Mention or indication of extent of work under any specification section is done only for convenience of the CONTRACTOR and shall not be construed as describing all work required under that section.

3. Some individual sections may contain a list of related sections. The list of related sections in individual sections is provided for the convenience of the

CONTRACTOR and is not necessarily all-inclusive. The CONTRACTOR may not rely upon this listing for determination of scope of work. Other sections of the specifications, not referenced in individual sections shall apply as required for proper performance of the work.

4. Command type sentences may be used in the Contract Documents. These sentences refer to and are directed to the CONTRACTOR responsible for the

WORK.

5. Symbols for various elements and systems are shown on the drawings. Should there be any doubt regarding the meaning or intent of the symbols used, a written interpretation shall be obtained from ENGINEER.

6. All work called for in the Specifications applicable to this Contract, but not shown on the Plans in their present form, or vice versa, will be of like effect as if shown or mentioned in both Work not specified in either the Plans or

Specifications, but involved in carrying out their intent or in the complete and proper execution of the work, is required and will be performed by the

CONTRACTOR as though it were specifically delineated or described.

7. The apparent silence of the Specifications as to any detail or the apparent omission from them of a detailed description concerning any work to be done and materials to be furnished, will be regarded as meaning that only the best general practice is to prevail and that only material and workmanship consistent with the scope and quality of materials that are specified is to be used, and interpretation of these Specifications will be made on that basis.

8. In case of conflicts, errors or discrepancies in the Contract Documents, the documents shall be given precedence in the following order Addenda, Supplementary Drawings, Federal Regulations, Instructions to Bidders, Workmanship and Materials, Contract Items, Plans, Supplemental Conditions and Division 1.

B. Use of Documents

1. CONTRACTOR shall examine all specifications and drawings for the work;

including those that may pertain to work the CONTRACTOR does not normally perform with its own forces.

2. CONTRACTOR shall use all of the project drawings and specifications.

a. For a complete understanding of the project.

b. To determine the type of construction and systems required.

c. For coordination with subcontractors.

d. To determine what other work may be involved in various parts or phases.

e. To anticipate and notify others when work by others will be required.

f. And all other relevant matters related to the project.

3. CONTRACTOR is also bound by all requirements of the Contract Documents which are applicable to, pertain to, or affect its work, as may be shown or inferred by the entire set of project drawings and specifications.

1.03 CONTRACTORS USE OF PREMISES

A. General

1. The "area of the site" referred to in these specifications shall be as shown on the drawings. If the "area of the site" is not shown, OWNER's property lines, the project right-of-way or the easements obtained for the project shall be considered the "area of the site".

2. Construction activities shall be confined within the "area of the site" limits.

3. From the start of work to completion the CONTRACTOR is responsible for the care of the site and the premises that are affected by operations of work of this

Contract.

4. Except for permanent site improvements provided under the Contract. The

CONTRACTOR shall restore property disturbed during their portion of the work, to the conditions which previously existed.

5. Work in occupied spaces shall be restricted to specified work and essential activities, such as making necessary connections and extending services or constructing temporary access ways. Such work shall be scheduled in advance with OWNER. The CONTRACTOR shall complete all work between the hours of 7

AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday, except holidays. The above time constraints shall be considered normal working hours. The OWNER does not permit Work outside of these hours without written consent. If written permission is granted by OWNER, the CONTRACTOR shall reimburse OWNER for all additional costs including, but not limited to, ENGINEER's time and expense.

B. Parking and Deliveries

1. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for restoring any damage to existing pavement, sidewalks, etc. caused by their vehicles onsite.

2. CONTRACTOR is responsible for control of traffic by vehicles and persons within the limits of its operations.

3. Parking for employees, sub-contractors, and agents of the CONTRACTOR’S shall be in areas subject to approval of OWNER.

4. Access to the site for delivery of construction material or equipment shall be subject to approval of OWNER.

5. During site deliveries which cause temporary blockage of adjacent roadways or access drives, the CONTRACTOR shall provide traffic control to protect public safety.

1.04 OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS

A. Partial OWNER Occupancy: The OWNER reserves the right to occupy and to place and install equipment in completed areas of the site prior to Substantial Completion, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. Such placing of equipment and partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1. The ENGINEER will prepare a Certificate of Substantial Completion for each specific portion of the Work to be occupied prior to OWNER occupancy.

2. Prior to partial OWNER occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems shall be fully operational. Required inspections and tests shall have been successfully completed. Upon occupancy, the OWNER will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving occupied portions of the building. Warranties on equipment will be in at time of occupancy.

1.05 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. General Information and Requirements

1. It shall be the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR to not in any way impair the normal treatment or operating efficiency of the facilities, regardless of the work underway. No bypassing of raw or partially treated wastewater to receiving stream shall occur at any time as a result of construction.

2. Access - CONTRACTOR shall maintain roadways open at all times to meet

OWNER's requirements. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for maintaining roadways in drivable condition, including placement of temporary stone and gravel and providing drainage as necessary. All roadways around the treatment facility shall be cleaned of construction site materials, soil, and debris as necessary.

B. Construction Sequence

1. The following construction sequence is provided as a general guideline for the information and for the benefit of the CONTRACTOR. This construction sequence is not intended to dictate means, method of construction or direct construction activities. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for implementing any additional details required, including temporary piping or temporary construction at no additional cost to OWNER.

2. The CONTRACTOR may propose alternate sequence or modifications to this sequence. OWNER will review the proposed modification and determine if such modification of the sequence interferes with the proper operation of the treatment activities. Any modifications to this general construction sequence shall be proposed in writing and shall be approved by OWNER prior to their implementations. Any cost associated with a change by the CONTRACTOR shall be borne by the CONTRACTOR.

C. General Construction

1. Install erosion and sediment control measures at each site, as indicated on the

Drawings. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for maintaining each site and all excavations in a manner which prevents sediment and mud from tracking onto the adjacent roadways.

2. All of the temporary utilities shall be installed by the CONTRACTOR. The location of temporary electrical services shall be as approved by OWNER.

3. The CONTRACTOR may proceed with the Work.

4. The Contractor shall clean the sanitary sewer system

5. The Contractor will then video the sanitary sewer system

6. The Engineer will review and evaluate the CCTV footage to determine the priorities of the repairs, if an area cannot be repaired by slip lining a pipe the

Engineer will propose a corrective measure, which the Contractor will cost out the repairs, and a change order shall be issued for the repairs

7. After the repairs have been completed the Contractor will then slip line the remaining system

8. After the slip lining and repairs the Contractor will then video the areas of repairs.

1.06 EXISTING SERVICES, STRUCTURES AND UNDERGROUND FACILITIES

A. Interruption of existing services and systems including heating, ventilating, air conditioning, water, sanitary, lighting and power, signal and security will not be permitted, unless specifically indicated otherwise. Provide temporary facilities to maintain services.

B. Work shall not commence until all labor, materials and equipment are available so work can continue without interruption or delay.

C. Should uncharted or incorrectly charted piping or other utilities be encountered during installation, notify OWNER and consult with utility owner immediately for directions.

D. Cooperate with OWNER and utility companies in keeping respective services and facilities in operation and repair any damaged utilities to satisfaction of utility owner.

E. The CONTRACTOR’S shall not interrupt existing utilities serving facilities occupied and used by OWNER or others, except when permitted in writing by OWNER.

F. Any accidental interruption of services shall be repaired immediately, including provision of temporary facilities until permanent repairs can be made.

G. Prior to any excavation, demolition, or drilling on site, the CONTRACTOR shall contact owners of the underground facilities in and near the construction area of the intent to excavate, demolish, or drill. As part of this notification requirement the CONTRACTOR shall contact "PA ONE CALL".

H. The CONTRACTOR shall proceed with caution in the excavation and preparation of the site so the exact location of structures and underground facilities can be determined.

The CONTRACTOR shall include in the Contract Price any costs for temporary or permanent relocations of such structures and facilities required to complete the work unless specifically indicated otherwise in the specifications.

I. The CONTRACTOR shall keep an accurate and complete record of all such structures and facilities encountered and shall provide OWNER a copy of this record. The record shall include a description of the item encountered, opinion as to conditions, and adequate measurements and depths so that the item can be located in the future.

J. The CONTRACTOR shall inspect all structures and underground facilities for condition and soundness. Unsound conditions shall be reported to the OWNER immediately after exposing. The CONTRACTOR shall not proceed with the work until the structure or facility owner has been notified. OWNER shall then be given time to inspect and correct, if required, the structure or underground facility the CONTRACTOR may make claim under the provisions of Articles 11 and 12 of the General Conditions should

CONTRACTOR feel a price or time adjustment is justified.

K. Any additional costs incurred because of failure of the CONTRACTOR to report the condition of any and all existing structure or utility should be borne by the

CONTRACTOR.

L. Whenever ENGINEER feels it is necessary to explore and excavate to determine the location of existing structures and underground facilities, the CONTRACTOR shall make explorations and excavations for such purposes. If the CONTRACTOR is required to perform additional work in making the explorations and excavations, extra compensation will be allowed as provided for in the General Conditions.

1.07 PROTECTION OF WORK AND IMPROVEMENTS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall protect the property of OWNER, existing improvements, and work installed by the CONTRACTOR from abuse, damage, dust, debris, and other objectionable materials resulting from construction activities.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall provide suitable covers, partitions, or other dust and fume containment devices to suit construction operations.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall keep property, existing improvements and the work, including structures, mains, fittings and accessories free from dirt and foreign matter at all times.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary plugging of openings, holes and pipe ends that exist or that the CONTRACTOR has installed.

E. Property, improvements and work damaged by the CONTRACTOR shall be repaired or replaced by the CONTRACTOR to the satisfaction of OWNER

PART 2 PRODUCTS

NOT APPLICABLE

PART 3 EXECUTION

NOT APPLICABLE

END OF SECTION 01010

PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK

Section 01027

SECTION 01027

APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

1.01 SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATIONS

A. Submit applications for payment to the Engineer in accordance with the schedule established by Conditions of the Contract and Agreement between Owner and

Contractor.

1.02 FORMAT AND DATA REQUIRED

A. Submit itemized applications typed on the enclosed, Application and Certificate for

Payment, and Continuation.

B. Provide Itemized Data on Continuation Sheets:

1. Format, schedules, line items and values: Those of the Schedule of Values accepted by Engineer.

2. Major trades in Schedule of Values shall be broken down into sub-categories.

1.03 PREPARATION OF APPLICATION FOR EACH PROGRESS PAYMENT

A. Fill in required information, including that for change orders executed prior to the date of submittal of application.

B. Fill in summary of dollar values to agree with the respective totals indicated on the continuation sheets.

C. Execute certification with the signature of a responsible officer of the contract firm.

1.04 CONTINUATION SHEETS

A. Fill in total list of all scheduled component items of work with item number and the scheduled dollar and cents value for each item.

B. Fill in the value in each column for each schedule line item when work has been performed or product stored.

C. List each change order executed prior to the date of submission, at the end of the continuation sheets.

D. List by change order number, and description, as for an original component item of work.

1.05 SUBSTANTIATING DATA FOR PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. When the Owner or the Engineer requires substantiating data, Contractor shall submit suitable information, with a cover letter identifying.

1. Project.

2. Application number and date.

3. Detailed list of enclosures.

4. Item number and identification as shown on application, and description for stored products.

B. Payroll certificates for all work performed, both CONTRACTOR and sub-contractors, must accompany each request for payment. Payment will not be made on any work for which proper documentation payroll certificates are not provided.

1.06 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURE

A. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on the form. Include execution by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of the CONTRACTOR. Incomplete applications will be returned without action.

1. Entries shall match data on the Schedule of Values and the CONTRACTOR's

Construction Schedule. Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts of Change Orders and Construction Change Directives issued prior to the last day of the construction period covered by the application.

3. Prior to each request for partial progress payment, ENGINEER will review the working as-built drawings with the CONTRACTOR. Progress payments may be reduced by, as much as fifteen (15) percent if working as-builts drawings are not current.

B. Transmittal: Submit three (3) signed original copies of each Application for Payment to the ENGINEER by a method ensuring receipt within twenty-four (24) hours. One (1) copy shall be complete, including waivers of lien and similar attachments, when required.

1. Transmit each copy with a transmittal form listing attachments and recording appropriate information related to the application, in a manner acceptable to the ENGINEER.

C. Waivers of Mechanics Lien: With each Application for Payment, submit waivers of mechanics liens from Subcontractors, for the construction period covered by the previous application.

1. The OWNER reserves the right to designate which entities involved in the Work must submit waivers.

2. Waiver Delays: Submit each Application for Payment with the CONTRACTOR's waiver of mechanics lien for the work completed.

a. Submit final Applications for Payment with or preceded by final waivers from every entity involved with performance of the Work covered by the application who is lawfully entitled to a lien.

3. Waiver Forms: Submit waivers of lien on forms, and executed in a manner, acceptable to the OWNER.

D. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals, that must precede or coincide with submittal of the first Application for Payment, include the following:

1. List of Subcontractors.

2. Schedule of Values.

3. CONTRACTOR's Construction Schedule (preliminary if not final).

4. Schedule of principal products.

5. Schedule of values.

7. Copies of required permits.

8. Copies of authorizations and licenses from governing authorities for performance of the Work.

9. Initial progress report.

10. Report of pre-construction meeting.

11. Certificates of insurance and insurance policies.

12. Performance and payment bonds.

13. Data needed to acquire the OWNER's insurance.

14. Initial settlement survey and damage report, if required.

E. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: Following issuance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion, submit an Application for Payment.

1. This application shall reflect Certificates of Partial Substantial Completion issued previously for OWNER occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

2. Administrative actions and submittals that shall precede or coincide with this application include:

a. Occupancy permits and similar approvals.

b. Warranties (guarantees) and maintenance agreements.

c. Test/adjust/balance records.

d. Maintenance and operating instructions.

e. Meter readings.

f. Startup performance reports.

g. Changeover information related to OWNER's occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

h. Final cleaning.

i. Application for reduction of retainage and consent of surety.

j. Advice on shifting insurance coverage’s.

k. Final progress photographs.

l. List of incomplete Work, recognized as exceptions to ENGINEER's

Certificate of Substantial Completion.

F. Final Payment Application: Submit final Application for Payment with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted, including, but not limited, to the following:

1. Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements.

2. Completion of items specified for completion after Substantial Completion.

3. Ensure that incomplete Work is not accepted and will be completed without undue delay.

4. Transmittal of required Project construction records to the OWNER.

5. Removal of temporary facilities and services.

6. Removal of surplus materials, rubbish, and similar elements.

7. Insurance certificates for products and completed operations where required and proof that taxes, fees, and similar obligations were paid.

8. Updated final statement, accounting for final changes to the Contract Sum.

9. Contractor’s Final Affidavit/Certification and Waiver of Liens

10. Consent of Surety to Final Payment.

11. Evidence that claims have been settled.

12. Final meter readings for utilities, a measured record of stored fuel, and similar data as of date of Substantial Completion or when Owner took possession of and assumed responsibility for corresponding elements of the Work.

13. Final, liquidated damages settlement statement.

Not Used

Not Used

END OF SECTION 01027

PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK

Section 01045

SECTION 01045

CUTTING, PATCHING AND ALTERATIONS

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Work Included CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all cutting; fitting, patching, and other alterations required for completing the work as specified herein or to.

1. Make its several parts fit together properly.

2. Uncover portions of the work to install improperly sequenced work.

3. Remove and replace defective work.

4. Remove and replace work not conforming to requirements of the

Contract Documents.

5. Remove samples of installed work as specified for testing.

6. Provide penetrations of surfaces for installation of piping and electrical conduit.

1.02 REFERENCES

A. ANSI A10 - Safety Requirements for Construction and Demolition

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. CONTRACTOR shall perform all cutting, patching, and alterations in strict accordance with pertinent requirements of these specifications.

B. Except as modified by governing codes, CONTRACTOR shall comply with the applicable provision and recommendations of ANSI A10.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. CONTRACTOR shall submit a written request to OWNER well in advance of executing any cutting or alteration, which affects the following:

1. Work of OWNER, work on adjacent property, work in PennDOT ROW, and work of separate contractor.

2. Structural values or integrity of any element of the project

3. Integrity or effectiveness of weather-exposed or moisture-resistant elements or systems

4. Efficiency, operational life, maintenance, or safety of operational elements

5. Visual qualities of sight-exposed elements

B. The request shall include

1. Description of affected work

2. The necessity for cutting, patching, or alteration

3. Effect on work of OWNER or any separate contractor, or on the structural or weatherproof integrity of the project

4. Description of proposed work to include.

a. Scope of cutting, patching, or alteration

b. Trades who will execute the work

c. Products proposed to be used

d. Extent of refinishing to be done

5. Written permission of any separate contractor whose work will be affected.

C. Submit written notice to OWNER designating the date and the time the work will be uncovered or executed

1.05 SCHEDULING AND COORDINATION

A. All work under this section shall be coordinated with OWNER's work forces and those of other contractors and shall be accomplished at times acceptable to

OWNER.

B. Before starting any work relating to existing utilities (electrical, sewer, water, heat, gas, fire lines, etc) that will temporarily discontinue or disrupt service, notify ENGINEER and OWNER and obtain OWNER's approval before proceeding with this phase of the work Temporary facilities, if required, shall be in place prior to disruption of service.

2.01 NEW MATERIALS

A. For replacement of work removed, CONTRACTOR shall use materials, which comply with the pertinent sections of these specifications.

3.01 SURFACE CONDITIONS

A. Inspection:

1. Inspect existing conditions, including elements subject to movement or damage prior to the Bid, during cutting, excavating, patching, and backfilling.

2. Identify all existing utilities, protect and maintain service to occupied areas in accordance with GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Section 01140 – CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES, and GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Section 01141 – SITE INVESTIGATION.

3. After uncovering the work, inspect conditions affecting installation of new work.

B. Discrepancies:

1. If uncovered conditions are not as anticipated, immediately notify in writing the Consultant or the ENGINEER and secure needed directions.

2. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.

3.02 PREPARATION AND PROTECTION

A. CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary bracing, shoring, needling, and support of the structure during alterations work as necessary to prevent collapse, settling, or deflection and to protect persons and property from injury or damage

B. Temporary supports must adequately carry all existing and imposed load

C. CONTRACTOR shall provide and maintain temporary protection of surface finishes, equipment, and adjacent work designated to remain where demolition, removal, and new work is being done, connections are being made, materials are being handled, or equipment is being removed.

D. CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary partitions or barriers to contain all dust, dirt and debris from entering into finished areas.

E. CONTRACTOR shall provide adequate fire protection in accordance with local

Fire Department requirements.

F. CONTRACTOR shall provide waterproofing, weather protection, heat, and other facilities for that portion of the work which may be exposed by cutting and patching, demolition, or other alterations.

3.03 PERFORMANCE

A. Perform required excavating and backfilling as required under other pertinent Sections of the Project Manual.

1. Perform cutting and demolition by methods, which will prevent damage to other portions of the Contracted Work and provide proper surfaces to receive a proper installation of repair and new work.

2. Perform fitting and adjusting of products to provide finished installation complying with the specified tolerances and finishes noted in the Technical Sections of the Project Manual.

B. Cutting: Cut existing construction using methods least likely to damage elements to be retained or adjoining construction. Where possible, review proposed procedures with the original installer. If CONTRACTOR does not concur with the original installer’s recommendations, CONTRACTOR shall notify the ENGINEER and request instructions.

1. In general, where cutting is required, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Impact tools are not to be used in the building. Cut holes and slots neatly to size required with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces.

Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. To avoid marring existing finished surfaces, cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces, or spaces.

3. Cut through concrete and masonry using a cutting machine such as a carborundum saw or diamond core drill. Use methods or locations that could avoid cutting the rebars. All cut rebars, approved by the ENGINEER, shall be rounded off any sharp edges and dabbed with a coat of protective coating against rusting.

4. Comply with requirements of applicable Sections of DIVISION 2 where cutting and patching requires excavating and backfilling.

5. By-pass utility services such as pipe or conduit, before cutting, where services are shown or required to be removed, relocated or abandoned.

Cut-off pipe or conduit in walls, partitions or floor slabs to be removed.

Cap, valve or plug and seal the remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after bypassing and cutting. No existing service shall be interrupted, in accordance with Section 01140 – CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES of the GENERAL

REQUIREMENTS.

C. Patching: Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Comply with specified tolerances.

1. Where feasible, inspect and test patched areas to demonstrate integrity of the installation.

2. Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

3. All existing masonry wall shall be repointed and regrouted to the nearest wythe joint to match existing.

4. Restore all building insulation and fireproofing to match existing thickness and conditions.

5. Restore complete caulking, sealer, waterproofing etc. to achieve maximum performance as required at no additional cost to the OWNER.

3.04 CLEANING

A. Thoroughly clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching is performed or used as access. Remove completely paint, mortar, oils, putty and items of similar nature. Thoroughly clean piping, conduit and similar features before painting or other finishing is applied. Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

3.05 TESTING

A. Demonstrate by appropriate water testing that repaired concrete, caulking, sealer, waterproofing, etc. are completely water tight and weather tight.

B. Arrange with local authorized agencies and test all existing utility services, mechanical and plumbing systems, fire and life systems affected by the cutting and patching

END OF SECTION 01045

SECTION 01045

CUTTING, PATCHING AND ALTERATIONS

A. Work Included CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all cutting; fitting, patching, and other alterations required for completing the work as specified herein or to.

1. Make its several parts fit together properly.

2. Uncover portions of the work to install improperly sequenced work.

3. Remove and replace defective work.

4. Remove and replace work not conforming to requirements of the

Contract Documents.

5. Remove samples of installed work as specified for testing.

6. Provide penetrations of surfaces for installation of piping and electrical conduit.

1.02 REFERENCES

A. ANSI A10 - Safety Requirements for Construction and Demolition

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. CONTRACTOR shall perform all cutting, patching, and alterations in strict accordance with pertinent requirements of these specifications.

B. Except as modified by governing codes, CONTRACTOR shall comply with the applicable provision and recommendations of ANSI A10.

A. CONTRACTOR shall submit a written request to OWNER well in advance of executing any cutting or alteration, which affects the following:

1. Work of OWNER, work on adjacent property, work in PennDOT ROW, and work of separate contractor.

2. Structural values or integrity of any element of the project

3. Integrity or effectiveness of weather-exposed or moisture-resistant elements or systems

4. Efficiency, operational life, maintenance, or safety of operational elements

5. Visual qualities of sight-exposed elements

B. The request shall include

1. Description of affected work

2. The necessity for cutting, patching, or alteration

3. Effect on work of OWNER or any separate contractor, or on the structural or weatherproof integrity of the project

4. Description of proposed work to include.

a. Scope of cutting, patching, or alteration

b. Trades who will execute the work

c. Products proposed to be used

d. Extent of refinishing to be done

5. Written permission of any separate contractor whose work will be affected.

C. Submit written notice to OWNER designating the date and the time the work will be uncovered or executed

1.05 SCHEDULING AND COORDINATION

A. All work under this section shall be coordinated with OWNER's work forces and those of other contractors and shall be accomplished at times acceptable to

OWNER.

B. Before starting any work relating to existing utilities (electrical, sewer, water, heat, gas, fire lines, etc) that will temporarily discontinue or disrupt service, notify ENGINEER and OWNER and obtain OWNER's approval before proceeding with this phase of the work Temporary facilities, if required, shall be in place prior to disruption of service.

2.01 NEW MATERIALS

A. For replacement of work removed, CONTRACTOR shall use materials, which comply with the pertinent sections of these specifications.

3.01 SURFACE CONDITIONS

A. Inspection:

1. Inspect existing conditions, including elements subject to movement or damage prior to the Bid, during cutting, excavating, patching, and backfilling.

2. Identify all existing utilities, protect and maintain service to occupied areas in accordance with GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Section 01140 – CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES, and GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Section 01141 – SITE INVESTIGATION.

3. After uncovering the work, inspect conditions affecting installation of new work.

B. Discrepancies:

1. If uncovered conditions are not as anticipated, immediately notify in writing the Consultant or the ENGINEER and secure needed directions.

2. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.

3.02 PREPARATION AND PROTECTION

A. CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary bracing, shoring, needling, and support of the structure during alterations work as necessary to prevent collapse, settling, or deflection and to protect persons and property from injury or damage

B. Temporary supports must adequately carry all existing and imposed load

C. CONTRACTOR shall provide and maintain temporary protection of surface finishes, equipment, and adjacent work designated to remain where demolition, removal, and new work is being done, connections are being made, materials are being handled, or equipment is being removed.

D. CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary partitions or barriers to contain all dust, dirt and debris from entering into finished areas.

E. CONTRACTOR shall provide adequate fire protection in accordance with local

Fire Department requirements.

F. CONTRACTOR shall provide waterproofing, weather protection, heat, and other facilities for that portion of the work which may be exposed by cutting and patching, demolition, or other alterations.

3.03 PERFORMANCE

A. Perform required excavating and backfilling as required under other pertinent Sections of the Project Manual.

1. Perform cutting and demolition by methods, which will prevent damage to other portions of the Contracted Work and provide proper surfaces to receive a proper installation of repair and new work.

2. Perform fitting and adjusting of products to provide finished installation complying with the specified tolerances and finishes noted in the Technical Sections of the Project Manual.

B. Cutting: Cut existing construction using methods least likely to damage elements to be retained or adjoining construction. Where possible, review proposed procedures with the original installer. If CONTRACTOR does not concur with the original installer’s recommendations, CONTRACTOR shall notify the ENGINEER and request instructions.

1. In general, where cutting is required, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Impact tools are not to be used in the building. Cut holes and slots neatly to size required with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces.

Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. To avoid marring existing finished surfaces, cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces, or spaces.

3. Cut through concrete and masonry using a cutting machine such as a carborundum saw or diamond core drill. Use methods or locations that could avoid cutting the rebars. All cut rebars, approved by the ENGINEER, shall be rounded off any sharp edges and dabbed with a coat of protective coating against rusting.

4. Comply with requirements of applicable Sections of DIVISION 2 where cutting and patching requires excavating and backfilling.

5. By-pass utility services such as pipe or conduit, before cutting, where services are shown or required to be removed, relocated or abandoned.

Cut-off pipe or conduit in walls, partitions or floor slabs to be removed.

Cap, valve or plug and seal the remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after bypassing and cutting. No existing service shall be interrupted, in accordance with Section 01140 – CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES of the GENERAL

REQUIREMENTS.

C. Patching: Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Comply with specified tolerances.

1. Where feasible, inspect and test patched areas to demonstrate integrity of the installation.

2. Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

3. All existing masonry wall shall be repointed and regrouted to the nearest wythe joint to match existing.

4. Restore all building insulation and fireproofing to match existing thickness and conditions.

5. Restore complete caulking, sealer, waterproofing etc. to achieve maximum performance as required at no additional cost to the OWNER.

3.04 CLEANING

A. Thoroughly clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching is performed or used as access. Remove completely paint, mortar, oils, putty and items of similar nature. Thoroughly clean piping, conduit and similar features before painting or other finishing is applied. Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

3.05 TESTING

A. Demonstrate by appropriate water testing that repaired concrete, caulking, sealer, waterproofing, etc. are completely water tight and weather tight.

B. Arrange with local authorized agencies and test all existing utility services, mechanical and plumbing systems, fire and life systems affected by the cutting and patching

END OF SECTION 01045

Section 01050

SECTION 01050

FIELD ENGINEERING AND SURVEYING

1.01 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED

A. Provide field engineering and surveying services as required for layout and construction of the Project as indicated on the Drawings and specified herein.

B. Provide surveys for record drawings.

C. Identify Project benchmarks.

1.02 QUALITY CONTROL

A. The CONTRACTOR shall employ a Professional Land Surveyor registered in The State of Pennsylvania and acceptable to ENGINEER. Surveyor shall establish all lines, elevations, reference marks, batterboards, etc., needed by the CONTRACTOR or ENGINEER during the progress of the Work, and from time to time to verify such marks by instrument or other appropriate means.

B. The ENGINEER shall be permitted at all times to check the lines, elevations, reference marks, batterboards, etc., set by the CONTRACTOR, who will correct any errors in lines, elevations, reference marks, batterboards, etc., disclosed by such check. Such a check shall not be construed to be an approval of the CONTRACTOR's Work and shall not relieve or diminish in any way the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR for the accurate and satisfactory construction and completion of the entire Work.

C. At completion of the Work, the CONTRACTOR shall have his surveyor prepare an "as-built" drawing showing the location of all Work installed and submit the "as-built" drawing showing the location of all Work installed to the ENGINEER for review. Certification of the "as-built" drawing by the Registered Surveyor is required. Submittals of these "as-built" drawings shall conform to requirements of Section 01725 and will be a prerequisite for approval of Application for Final Payment.

1.03 FIELD CONDITIONS AND MEASUREMENTS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall base all measurements, both horizontal and vertical, from established benchmarks. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for field verification of all dimensions and conditions at the job site.

B. Should the CONTRACTOR discover any discrepancy between actual conditions and those indicated, which prevent following good practice or the intent of the Drawings and Specifications, he shall notify the ENGINEER, request clarification and instructions, and shall not proceed with his Work until he has received the same from the ENGINEER; provided that such wait does not unduly delay the progress of the Work.

Section 01050

C. No claims shall be made for extra payment or extensions of Contract completion time if the CONTRACTOR fails to notify the ENGINEER of any discrepancy before proceeding.

A. Submit name, address, and telephone number of Surveyor to ENGINEER before starting Work.

B. On request, submit documentation verifying accuracy of survey Work.

C. Submit certificate signed by Surveyor, certifying that elevations and locations of improvements are in conformance, or non-conformance, with Contract Documents.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

NOT APPLICABLE

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 INSPECTION

A. Verify location of survey control points prior to starting Work. Promptly notify ENGINEER of any discrepancies.

END OF SECTION

Section 01130

SECTION 01130

INTERFACE / COORDINATION REQUIREMENTS

1.01 THE REQUIREMENT

A. The existing force main and water main must be kept in continuous operation throughout the construction period. No interruption will be permitted which adversely affects the service provided. The CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary facilities and make temporary modifications as necessary to keep the existing facilities in continuous operation during the construction period. Any temporary facilities, materials, equipment and labor required to achieve this objective shall be included in the Contract price. At the completion of work, all such temporary facilities, materials, and equipment remaining shall be removed from the site.

B. Vehicular and pedestrian traffic adjacent to and/or within the jobsite must be maintained. If an existing street in the CONTRACTOR’S Work area is to be demolished or obstructed, the CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for providing access through or around the affected area, including signs, barricades, and lights, as approved by the ENGINEER and any local agencies having jurisdiction over any public access areas.

C. The CONTRACTOR shall not park any vehicles, including concrete, hauling and delivery trucks, in any street at any time unless approved by the ENGINEER. Access must be maintained at all times for emergencies, sampling, equipment operations, maintenance, and like items.

D. At no time shall security of the site be compromised. If for any reason the

CONTRACTOR finds it necessary to breach any existing perimeter fences or walls, permission of the ENGINEER shall first be obtained. The CONTRACTOR shall then request the alteration on forms provided by the ENGINEER. Requests shall include reasons for the alteration, times, boundary limits, special safety measures, proposed traffic rerouting with widths of such route, and a map detailing the above. The request shall also set forth details of repair of the wall or fences and shall establish a timetable for completion of the repairs. The repaired wall or fence shall be the same height as, and of comparable quality and appearance to the previously existing construction. Such requests shall be submitted to the ENGINEER not less than fifteen (15) calendar days before the requested date of the access alteration. If any of the information changes, an additional fifteen (15) calendar days may be required after the changes are brought to the attention of the ENGINEER. Approval when granted will always be conditional. Final approval of the request, including date and time, will be given three (3) calendar days in advance. The CONTRACTOR shall provide interim security over the duration of the breach.

Section 01130

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. In accordance with Section 01300, the CONTRACTOR shall submit a detailed outage plan and time schedule for operations, which will make it necessary to remove the pipelines, electrical circuits, equipment or structure from service. The schedule shall be coordinated with the construction shall meet the restrictions and conditions specified in this section. The detailed plan shall describe the CONTRACTOR’s method for maintaining the flow of sewage from the pump station, the length of time required to complete said operation, the necessary plant and equipment which the CONTRACTOR shall provide.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall observe the following restrictions:

1. Systems or individual equipment items shall be isolated, dewatered, decommissioned, deenergized, or depressurized in accordance with the detailed outage plan and schedule. The ENGINEER shall be notified in writing at least one week in advance of the planned operation.

2. Connections to, or alteration of, existing facilities shall be made at times when piping of facility are not in use, or when service can be conveniently interrupted, as determined by OWNER.

3. All shutdowns of existing systems or piping shall be performed by the OWNER’s personal.

(Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01130

Section 01140

SECTION 01140

CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES

A. This Section applies to all situations in which the CONTRACTOR or his representatives, including but not necessarily limited to, suppliers, Subcontractors, employees and field engineers, who enter upon the OWNER’S property.

B. CONTRACTOR shall commence the Contract Work and provide security and protection to existing facility and job site within 15 days from the issuance of Notice-To-Proceed.

1.02 ACCESS TO THE JOB-SITE

A. As instructed by the ENGINEER, CONTRACTOR shall restrict CONTRACTOR’S employees to the immediate Work areas on the job-site and in no way go beyond the OWNER’s property or as otherwise directed by the Consultant or ENGINEER.

B. CONTRACTOR shall in no way block such entrance to the job-site, nor block adjacent roadways or access drives to adjacent properties.

C. Use of such accesses to the job-site will only be for the purpose of parking, delivery and/or removal of materials equipment, tools, vehicles and removal of rubbish and debris, and shall be kept free of obstructions and in a safe condition at all times during extent of Contracted Work.

1.03 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF THE PREMISES

A. Do not interfere with any OWNER’s operations at treatment plant during Contracted Work operations, except as directed by the Owner.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall carefully remove, salvage equipment as directed by the OWNER.

C. All items, materials and equipment remaining in the existing structures and on the premises (job site), which are not specified to be salvaged in Item B above or elsewhere, shall become the property of the CONTRACTOR and shall be removed from the job site.

The OWNER makes no claims or assumes any value in any of these items, materials and/or equipment if they are removed from the structures or the job site or vandalized prior to and/or during the Contract period. The OWNER assumes no responsibility for any additional operation or works as a result of the conditions described herein.

1.04 SECURITY

A. Restrict the access of all persons entering upon the OWNER’S property in connection with the Contracted Work to the Access Route and to the actual site of the work.

B. In addition to the responsibilities specified in other Sections of these GENERAL

REQUIREMENTS, and the GENERAL CONDITIONS, the CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the security of all its construction equipment, materials, tools, facilities, and vehicles (personal, private, or contractual) while performing the work of this Contract. This requirement shall be effective twenty-four (24) hours per day for the duration of the Contract.

C. CONTRACTOR shall furnish and maintain approved type-site security protection between the Work areas and other areas. All such site security protection shall remain for the duration of this Contract.

1.05 PROTECTIONS

A. Required: Where necessary for the safety of the public and the protection of the adjacent properties. Provide and maintain adequate protections, fences and gates and barricades to separate Work areas from areas outside the job-site limits. Such protections shall comply with provisions of Section 01500 – CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS of the GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, and shall remain in place during extent of this Contract or as otherwise directed by the INSPECTOR.

B. CONTRACTOR shall provide protections, barricades, signs, etc., as necessary so that persons will be protected from the Work areas where trenching and excavations occur for foundation, underground utilities, underground fuel storage tanks etc. on the job-site. Upon completion of such work operations, such protections shall be removed.

C. All equipment, material, soil, debris and any heavy loaded object shall not be stock piled in adjacent area to create any surcharging to the trench or excavation.

D. Protection of Existing Structures and Site Conditions:

1. Protect existing surfaces in areas where work of this Contract is being performed or passed through for access to the Work areas from damage in a manner approved by the OWNER. Take all necessary precautions to protect and preserve the integrity of all existing work. Any damage will be subject to requirements hereinafter specified. Submit protection plans or details as required by the ENGINEER.

2. Provide adequate protection for existing wall, fencing, post or sign, lighting, plant, paving, etc. indicated to remain within the Work area.