6_-_MNWR__DIV_01_General_Requirements__04-19-2022.pdf

SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. Work: Includes all necessary materials, labor superintendence, management, fees, assessments and costs to provide Construction and Installation of a New Reinforced Concrete Foundation System and All Associated Appurtenances in accordance with the contract documents.

B. Project Information: This Project is located on the Modoc NWR in Alturas, California. The

Physical Address is 5364 County Road 115, Alturas, California 96101 in Modoc County.

The Project includes:

Mobilization and De-Mobilization.

Construction Staging.

Establishment of Lay Down / Storage Areas and Work Areas.

Installation of Site, Sediment, and Erosion Control Measures.

Excavation and Over-Excavation (where required).

Re-Compaction of Disturbed Soil Subgrade and Footing Subgrades.

Construction of Formwork.

Placement of Reinforcement Bar (Rebar) in the Formwork.

Placement of Anchor Bolts, Anchor Rods, Bolts, Nuts, and Washers in the Formwork.

Inspection of Rebar Quantity, Size, Spacing, and Placement in the Formwork.

Inspection of Anchor Bolts, Anchor Rods, Bolts, Nuts, and Washers for Quantity, Size, Spacing, and Placement in the Formwork.

Development of Concrete Mix Design.

Proportioning and Mixing of Concrete Mix.

Transport of Concrete Mix to Project Site.

Placement, Consolidation, Finishing, and Curing of Concrete Mix.

Retrieval of Concrete Samples and Casting of Concrete Cylinders for Laboratory

Compressive Strength Testing at the 7-Day and 28-Day Cure Times.

Contractor shall engage and subcontract with a Third Party Materials Testing Company for Laboratory Concrete Compressive Strength Testing.

Filling, Backfilling, and Compaction of Structural Fill Base Course Aggregate.

Standard Proctor Test for Compaction.

Retrieval of Soil Samples to perform Laboratory Compaction Testing for Maximum Dry Unit Weight of Soil achieved in the Laboratory.

Retrieval of On-Site Representative Compacted Soil Sample(s) to test for Relative Compaction achieved in the Field.

Contractor shall engage and subcontract with a Third Party Materials Testing Company for Laboratory Compaction Testing.

Re-grading and Site Restoration.

Initial Site Grading to Level.

And All Associated Appurtenances.

All Other Necessary Work for a Complete and Operable Project In Accordance With All The Requirements of the PE's Stamped and Signed Bid Documents (Drawings and Specifications) and Contractor's Manufacturer's Design Drawings and Specifications.

Please note, the Above Bulleted List is Not Intended to be Comprehensive, it is simply provided as a Starting Point.

C. Refer to the Statement of Work and Proposal Schedule for Base Bid and Option Bid Tasks.

D. Base Bid Tasks shall be included at Contract Award.

E. Option Bid Tasks may be exercised at the time of award or during the Contract Period of

Performance. Option Bid Tasks may or may not be exercised at any time during the Contract’s Period of Performance.

F. The price of any necessary ancillary Work (any trade) including mobilization and demobilization shall be included as incidental to the price offered for the principal price line(s) listed in the solicitation.

G. The solicitation may include multiple Work Items (price lines), and the USFWS reserves the right to award none (or any combination of) Work Items to the extent of available funds.

H. Incidental Work includes but is not limited to: Mobilization and Demobilization, Construction

Safety, Quality Control and Quality Assurance, Construction Staking and Field Engineering, third party sampling and testing, erosion control, dust control, traffic control (minimal), coordination with regulatory entities, clearing (minimal), dewatering and / or draining work sites, drying and/or wetting earthwork to achieve optimum moisture, providing and removing temporary means for construction staging and access, providing, installing, and removing Temporary Construction Works to include Required Shoring and Bracing, protecting (and re-establishment of any disturbed) land survey monuments/control points, and seeding (If Applicable to the Project).

I. The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to result in

Project / Contract Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. Contractor shall bring any discrepancies to the Contracting Officer’s attention during tendering. Failure to bring discrepancies to attention of the COR during tendering shall be the responsibility of the contractor during construction.

J. Comply with Davis Bacon Wage Determination issued with the contract for Commercial and

Institutional Building Construction Projects, Modoc County, California.

K. Provide All Materials and Components necessary to result in complete and usable systems and facilities.

L. Objective: Provide and Install a New Reinforced Concrete Foundation System for a future

Pre-Engineered Metal Building to result in a Fully Functional and Operable System with a High Level of Durability, Resilience, and Reliability.

M. Scope of Work:

(BASE TASKS):

TASK No. 1. Field Verification Site Visit. Review of Existing Site Features and Existing Site Conditions. Document Review, Planning, Development, Preparation, and Submittal of Project Documents.

TASK No. 2. Mobilization and De-Mobilization.

TASK No. 3. Perform Special Inspections and Tests for the Full Duration of On-Site Work Activities and as part of the Contractor's Quality Assurance and Quality Control Program and Plan (QA-QCPP).

TASK No. 4. Construct and Install Reinforced Concrete Foundation System.

TASK No. 5. All Other Necessary Work for a Complete and Operable Project In Accordance With All The Requirements of the PE's Stamped and Signed Bid Documents (Drawings and Specifications) and Contractor's Manufacturer's Design Drawings and Specifications.

(OPTION TASKS):

5.A. OPTION TASK A. Structural Observation Services.

5.B. OPTION TASK B. Placement and Compaction of Approximate 6-Inch Thick Layer of Base Course Aggregate Driving Surface Material.

01 11 10 INSTRUCTIONS

Dewatering, Draining, Demolition, and Construction Activities on U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Refuge Property SHALL BE COORDINATED WITH THE REFUGE MANGER. Contractor will be required to provide a written Dewatering and / or Draining Plan, Demolition Plan, Construction Plan, and Site Specific Safety Plan prior to performing Project Work. The written Plans SHALL be approved by the Contracting Officer before Work Activities can begin.

01 11 20 LOCATION OF THE WORK

Modoc National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters is located at 5364 County Road 115, Alturas, California 96101.

01 11 30 REFUGE MANAGER

Stacy Freitas, Refuge Manager, Modoc NWR at 5364 County Road 115, Alturas, California 96101, Cell Phone (530) 640-2544.

01 11 40 SITE ACCESS

The Project is accessible from existing roads.

01 11 50 PRE-OFFER BID MEETING

Pre-Offer Bid Meeting: Refer to Solicitation for scheduled meeting day and time.

01 11 60 INQUIRIES

Questions shall be directed to the USFWS Contracting Officer, Refer to Solicitation.

01 11 70 SPECIAL NOTICES

A. Period of Performance: Refer to Statement of Work for Tentative Period of

Performance of Contract. On-Site Construction Work Window is determined by Refuge’s Schedule.

B. FAR Price Range: Between $25,000 and $100,000.

C. Pay fees, permits, inspections, taxes, and similar associated with the Work.

D. Deliverables: Dewatering, Draining, Demolition, Removal, Disposal, and New Construction in accordance with the Contract Documents.

E. Comply with Davis-Bacon Wage Rates and Buy American. Contractor shall ensure employees and subcontractors are paid on time according to a pre-determined pay period or pay schedule. The pay period or pay schedule shall be mutually agreeable between the Contractor and its employees and/or subcontractors.

F. Hazardous Materials: The Work entails no known materials regulated as “hazardous” or similar designation. However, the Contractor shall exercise health and safety measures appropriate for the Site Conditions.

G. The Contractor or the Contractor’s Designated Representative (who will oversee the Actual

Project / Contract Work shall attend a Pre-Demolition / Pre-Construction / Project Kick- Off Meeting with the Contracting Officer’s Representative at the Project Site before Actual Work Begins.

H. Accomplish the Project / Contract Work in a manner, which does not interfere with Ongoing Refuge Operations.

I. The Project Work shall be performed in accordance with USFWS Technical Requirements provided as an attachment to this Solicitation. In addition, the Contractor shall comply with All Federal, State, and Local laws, codes, regulations, and standards governing Project Work and Related Work Activities.

01 11 80 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIALS AND INFORMATION

A. Prospective Offerors are Advised No Environmental Permit Applications for this project have been submitted to the proper authorities except for identified Permits previously provided by the USFWS as authorized by Conditional Approval Letters. In the event any of the permits are not approved and/or not received by the USFWS in time to begin construction, the UFWS reserves the right to Cancel this Project.

1. No legal or pecuniary liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise in the event permits authorizing the work are not issued.

2. Prospective Offers shall consider this risk in preparing their Offers and acknowledge this risk by the act of submitting an Offer.

B. Design Drawings. Existing Design Drawings will be provided and where Available for Contractor’s Reference.

C. Land Ownership. The Work is located on Modoc NWR Land. The Building Assets and

Land are USFWS Owned Operated. There are no known land ownership encumbrances.

D. Water for Construction. No Quantities of Facility Potable Water may be used for Construction. Fill Water Tanker Trucks Offsite unless approved otherwise. Do not waste water.

E. Soils Classification. On-Site Soil Type is Unknown.

1. The Contractor is responsible to determine the equipment types and construction methods to safely and efficiently perform the Work.

F. This project does not entail any known hazardous materials. However, if any suspect materials are encountered, test those materials for hazardous material content. Contractor shall handle and dispose of any hazardous materials in a legal manner off Government Property at Licensed Disposal Facilities.

G. Environmental permits shall be provided upon receipt to the Refuge from the Governing

Authorities, Except the Contractor is responsible to obtain authorization to discharge Storm Water under an NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) Construction Storm Water Permit If Necessary and Required.

1. The USFWS will monitor and document the Water Quality (in particular, Turbidity) of the Stream Water leaving the Project Site If Necessary.

H. Comply with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Technical Requirements incorporated as an Attachment to this Solicitation.

I. This project is Non-Exempt. Non-Exempt indicates Design and Construction shall be Accomplished to the satisfaction of the USFWS Regional Engineer.

01 11 90 AVAILABILITY

A. Pre-Offer Bid Meeting / Site Visit: Refer to Solicitation Documents for Meeting Day and Time. Project Location as noted in SOW and Other Separate Attachments.

B. Answers to any questions presented by Offerors at the Project Site Visit (or otherwise transmitted to the USFWS Contracting Official) shall be replied to by the USFWS Contracting Official in written reduction typically as an Electronic Amendment / Addendum to the Construction Solicitation Documents.

C. The Project Site is accessible from existing roads. Roads consist of Paved Surfaces, Gravel, and Soil Surfaces.

D. The Work shall be accomplished during normal business hours unless explicitly approved otherwise.

E. Coordinate with the Refuge Manager for entry and Gate Closures.

01 12 00 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Service outages: Limit service outages to maximum 4 hours unless written permission is obtained from COR and Refuge Manager or Assistant Refuge Manager.

B. Project / Contract Work Hours: For on-site Work Activities, hours shall be normal business hours of operation for the facility which are normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, except federal holidays, unless approved otherwise. Or From Dawn until Dusk. No Work to be performed before sunrise or after sunset.

C. Government owned equipment is not available for Contractor’s use to Perform Project

/ Contract Work.

D. Habitat Restrictions: Wildlife habitat issues may restrict Project Work Areas. Coordinate with the Refuge Manager or Assistant Refuge Manager for requirements and potential locations.

01 20 00 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

A. Measurement: No measurement of the Work will be made, unless unit prices are included in the project / contract.

B. Payment: Payment will be made monthly for approved Project / Contract Work performed in accordance with the contract requirements under the items listed in the Schedule of Items and based on the approved Schedule of Values.

C. Application for Payment:

1. Schedule of Values:

a. Prepare a Schedule of Values in the format (or approved equivalent format) of the

American Institute of Architects (AIA) form number G702/703 Application and

Certificate for Payment.

b. Submit a detailed Schedule-of-Values within 7 days prior to the Start of Project

Work Activities. Format the schedule-of-values to match the Pricing Schedule and show sufficient additional detail to allow accurate calculation of monthly progress payments.

2. Certified Payrolls: Submit certified payrolls current to within 1 week of payment application period.

3. Invoices: Electronically submit an invoice with updated Schedule of Values to the COR for pre-approval and submit approved invoices in the DOI electronic invoicing and payment system, Invoicing Processing Platform (IPP).

01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. The standard Government forms, specifications, associated plans, solicitation provisions, and contract clauses made a part of the contract are essential parts thereof, the requirements in one are as binding as though contained in all. They are intended to be mutually supplementary to describe and provide for a Comprehensive Material Purchase Order.

B. In cases of conflict between specifications, contract provisions, supplemental agreements, and provisions of Standard Government Forms the provisions of Standard Government Forms shall govern. In all cases of dispute in respect to such conflict or as to what part or parts of the specifications apply to any given parts of the Material Purchase Order the Contracting Officer (CO) shall make decisions.

C. Coordination:

1. Coordinate Scheduling, Material Submittals, Quality Control Inspections / Reports, Quality Control Tests / Reports, and Work of the various sections of specifications to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of Project Work Activities.

D. Accomplish Project / Contract Work in a manner that does not interfere with ongoing station operations, nor allow any material or debris to enter waters of the State.

01 31 10 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

A. Authority of the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) is limited to the following functions:

1. Inspect and accept or reject Construction Work and Materials including approval or disapproval of materials submittals and shop drawings.

2. Insure compliance with technical contract terms and conditions.

3. Clarify specifications and drawings where clarification does not involve contract cost or time. Any resulting disagreements are to be immediately referred to the Contracting Officer.

4. Verify and recommend payment estimates on progress payments and forward progress payments to the Contracting Officer for approval.

5. Conduct “Labor Standards Interviews” in accordance with instructions from the Contracting Officer. Any known or suspected violations shall be reported immediately to the Contracting Officer.

6. Enforce safety requirements in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Technical Specifications.

B. The COR is not authorized to take the following actions, all of which remain the sole responsibility of the Contracting Officer:

a. Make changes to the contract provisions, period of performance, or change any contract terms and conditions.

b. Make decisions concerning any claims and disputes.

C. Close liaison will be maintained by the COR, Contracting Officer, and Contractor. The COR shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately of any problems are encountered including but not restricted to maintaining completion schedules.

D. Authority of the Inspector: An inspector employed by the Government may assist the COR in observing the Work, obtaining measurements, and enforcing strict compliance with the terms and conditions of the Contract.

1. The Inspector shall have free access to the jobsite at all times while Construction Work is in progress, and the Contractor shall furnish such information and assistance as necessary.

2. The Inspector shall record the Construction Work accomplished on a daily basis.

3. The Inspector may reject unsuitable Materials or Construction Work, which does not comply with the terms and conditions of the contract until the situation has been referred to and resolved by the COR and/or Contracting Officer.

4. The Inspector shall observe and ensure construction is performed in conformance with the contract health and safety requirements.

5. The Inspector shall conduct wage rate interviews and report suspected labor standard violations to the Contracting Officer.

6. The Inspector shall check and verify the progress payment requests.

01 31 20 PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR

A. Work procedures and methods may be of the Contractor’s choosing provided the methods follow best general practices and are calculated to secure results, which satisfy the requirements of the contract.

B. The Contractor shall provide the COR all reasonable facilities for obtaining information respecting the character of the materials and progress of the Work. The Contractor shall furnish information to include the number of Workers employed, their pay rate, time Worked, and other elements of cost requested by the COR.

01 31 30 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Perform the Work in accordance with the provisions of the Contract.

B. Comply with the current edition of OSHA and the National Fire Protection Association

(NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code, International Building Code, American Welding Society Standards, American Concrete Institute recommended practices, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code, and All applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

C. If the code provisions conflict, the more stringent code provision(s) shall govern. In any instances where the Design Drawings and Technical Specifications do not specify explicit materials or methods, then perform the Work in accordance with the minimum requirements of the code applicable to the Work.

D. Field Verify and Validate Project Delivery/Unloading Area and Project Work Area Features.

Notify the CO and COR of any conflicts.

E. Accomplish the work in the shortest time frame feasible using a highly efficient mix of appropriately-skilled labor, equipment types, and work methods.

F. The Contractor shall furnish the COR all reasonable facilities for obtaining information respecting the character of the materials and progress of the work. The Contractor shall furnish information to include the number of workers employed, their pay rate, time worked, and other elements of cost requested by the COR.

G. Field-verify all dimensions and conditions. Notify the COR of any conflicts.

H. Tolerances: Within 0.10 feet of finish design elevations/horizontal layout for structures, and + 0.25 feet for earthwork.

1. Finish earthwork within +1.0 feet of design width; under-width not allowed.

2. Smooth horizontal and vertical transitions with existing features.

3. Refer to notes on the drawings. The more stringent of the tolerances governs.

I. Improvements (other than earthwork) shall be constructed plumb, level, flat, even, and square within 0.25-inches in 8 feet non-cumulative; except explicitly approved otherwise to match existing conditions. Edges of abutting work shall be flush and even.

Any seams in finish work shall be flush, flat, and securely adhered.

J. Finish work shall appear flawless to the casual observer and shall be free of readily noticeable imperfections. All trade work shall be aligned parallel or perpendicular with the surrounding principal building lines.

K. Fasteners shall be concealed unless specified otherwise. Fasteners shall be aligned in neat rows and evenly spaced. Fasteners shall be non-rusting stainless steel, or as otherwise specified. Where a specific fastener type is not indicated, provide fasteners that are well suited to the application.

L. Painted work shall appear neat, uniform in color and texture, well covered and free of runs, drips, sags, and over spray.

M. Welding shall be performed by licensed welders and in compliance with AWS recommended practices, structurally sound, and shall be neat in appearance.

N. Electrical Work shall be performed by licensed Electricians.

O. Moving devices shall operate freely, smoothly, and align true.

P. Roads and Parking: Any public roads and parking lots subject to interference by the work shall be kept open in a manner that provides for safe public use.

a. Exercise effective measures to contain any mud and debris within the construction site.

b. Promptly remove any construction-related mud and debris from public roads, parking or other areas beyond the construction site.

c. The On-Site Speed Limit is 10 MPH Maximum.

d. Provide appropriate traffic control devices, signs, flaggers, and similar where required.

Q. Taxes, Fees, and Wage Rates:

a. The Contractor shall pay any applicable taxes, necessary permits, inspections, and fees.

b. Davis-Bacon Wage rates for heavy construction apply to this project. Use the rate in effect when the actual work is performed.

c. The Contractor is responsible to pay for third-party sampling-and-testing laboratory services for generator start-up and commissioning, electrical work, concrete, controlled density fill, and earthwork at perimeter level and in the immediate vicinity and within trenches, cuts, and fills.

R. The Contractor or the Contractor’s Designated Representative (who will be on-site daily to oversee the work) shall attend a Pre-Work Conference (Pre-Construction Meeting) with the Contracting Officer prior to mobilizing onto the site.

a. Notify the USFWS Refuge Manager 7 days prior to start of On-Site Project Work. The Contractor’s Designated Representative shall read and have a good working knowledge of the Environmental Permits specific to this project.

S. Coordination: Coordinate the Work with ongoing USFWS activities, other contractors, and Utility Company Power Access.

T. Material Sources:

a. Import Material from Commercial Sources Unless Indicated Otherwise on the drawings or in the specifications.

U. Disposal Sites: Disposal of any excess excavated materials, unsuitable excavated materials, construction debris, and similar materials in a legal manner off USFWS land and in accordance with the environmental permit issued for this project.

V. Vegetation and Existing Debris:

a. The work entails minimal to no clearing.

W. Environmental Permits And Restrictions:

a. General: Comply with requirements stated in the Environmental Permits and the following unless explicitly approved otherwise.

i. If so required by the Environmental Permits, monitor water quality (e.g. as Turbidity Tests) for any water leaving the construction site. Record and Submit Test Results and any Corrective Actions Taken.

b. Temporary and Permanent Erosion Control:

i. Refer to drawings for type and location.

ii. Promptly Remove any Temporary Erosion Control Measures when earthwork and disturbed ground areas have been stabilized, and when conditions are otherwise suitable.

c. Petroleum or Similar Fluids: Safeguard the quality of the nesting habitat and the surrounding eco-systems. No petroleum or other environmentally harmful products shall enter the soil or water directly, from runoff, or by other sources.

i. Use of ordinary hydraulic fluid is allowed.

ii. Any Trucks or Other Equipment Leaking Fluid shall be immediately removed from the site, and any contaminated soils/water contained and disposed of off-site in a legal manner.

iii. Equipment shall not be fueled or have maintenance performed over water or within

100 feet of the water.

X. Spill Containment: Spill Containment Kit(s) shall be immediately available at Each Principal Work Site and the Workers shall be proficient in their use. Submit a Written Spill- Containment Plan prior to Start of Work.

01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

A. Project Schedule:

1. Develop Project Schedule on commercially available computer scheduling software.

2. Provide Project Schedule showing Work break down structure or precedence diagram.

3. Break down activities by, skill set or trade, geographic location within project, separation in time, Work hours, (80-100) or cost ($5000.00-$10,000.00 maximum)

4. Identify all interfaces with government that may impact the Project Schedule. Keep government interfaces from critical path to maximum extent practical.

5. Update the Project Schedule to reflect changes/delays in the Project Work Activities.

B. Notification: Provide Refuge Manager or Assistant Refuge Manager 48 hours written notice prior to Project Work Activities. Coordinate timing of Project Work Activities to minimize conflicts with normal operations.

C. Project Meetings:

1. Pre-Construction Meeting: COR will arrange a Pre-Construction Meeting. Require attendance by all parties affected by the Work. Take and distribute meeting notes to affected parties.

2. Progress Meetings: As required by the progress of the project, Contractor will coordinate progress job meetings. Require attendance by parties affected by the Work.

3. Contractor will take and distribute meeting notes to affected parties. Notes should be distributed within 48 hours of meetings.

01 33 00 SUBMITTALS

A. Master Submittal Registry: Submit a Master Submittal Registry identifying submittals required. Provide Master Submittal Registry at Project Kick-Off Meeting. Identify each submittal by title and appropriate specification section. Sequentially number each submittal.

B. Electronically transmit submittals with the Government-furnished Submittal Form R1-67.

Government will furnish R1-67 in MS Word for interactive use. Submit R1-67 in MS Word as a transmittal page for each submittal. Obtain written approval before items are ordered.

Use a separate R1-67 for each broad category of material to avoid confusion should a re-submittal be necessary.

C. Submittals shall be numbered 1, 2, 3, etc. Re-submittals shall be assigned the number of the original submittal followed by A, B, C, etc.

D. Submit all submittals to the COR signed by the Contractor indicating they comply with the contract requirements. Submittals without the Contractor’s signature will be returned without action.

E. Submittals shall contain detailed product literature, shop drawings, material samples, and/or finish samples fully describing the items proposed for installation.

F. Conspicuously mark the item submitted to explicitly indicate the specific options, models, mechanical/electrical characteristics, trim styles, colors, sizes, etc. Annotate the submittal to cross-reference to the mark numbers/group numbers shown on the drawings and/or specification.

G. Tab and index submittals containing more than ten pages.

H. Explicitly and clearly indicate all features that differ from the contract requirements.

I. Submittals will be returned to the Contractor within 14 Working days of the date received by the COR.

J. Submit documentation for all products, materials, and equipment proposed for use.

K. Material Certifications:

1. Submit manufacturer’s certificate indicating material or product conforms or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

2. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product but must be acceptable to COR.

L. Samples:

1. Submit exact product or material to be used.

2. Submit product sample of size specified and of sufficient size to clearly show the characteristics, integral parts, and attachment of the product or system.

3. Submit interior and exterior color and texture samples at one time for coordinated review by COR.

01 34 00 BASELINE SUBMITTAL LIST

A. Completed Work in accordance with the Construction Drawings, Construction

Specifications, Environmental Permits, OSHA Construction Safety Standards and All Federal, State, and Local Laws, Codes, Regulations, Standards, and Provisions.

B. NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) or similar permit including Associated Documents, and Erosion Control Plans. Contractor shall Apply for, Pay Fees, and Secure Permits prior to Construction. Note, Contractor shall Verify and Validate whether or not this Permit is Applicable to the Work to be Performed.

C. Descriptive Product Literature: Provide Descriptive Product Literature for the principal components of any trade work. See also individual design drawings and technical specifications for specific requirements. Develop, prepare, and submit Product Literature for All Associated Products and Materials to be Provided and Installed.

D. Construction Progress Schedule: Submit the proposed progress work schedule for approval within 15 days after award of contract. Itemize each principal component/phase of work and the calendar days of anticipated performance. Submit a revised schedule any time the actual work progress delays the scheduled time by more than 14 calendar days.

E. Schedule of Values: Submit a detailed Schedule-of-Values within 7 days prior to the start of on-site work. Format the schedule-of-values to match the Schedule of Items and show sufficient additional detail to allow accurate calculation of monthly progress payments. Lump sum items shall be broken down into their component parts as applicable with a cost shown for each, i.e., mobilization, bond and insurance, and the principal components of the work.

F. Spill Prevention and Containment Plan. Submit a Written Spill Prevention and Containment

Plan.

G. Subcontract List: Submit each proposed subcontractor on a SF 1413 (Statement and

Acknowledgment) in accordance with Paragraph (d)(1) of FAR Clause 52.222-11. SF 1413s need to be submitted within 14 days after award of the contract.

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

I. Site Specific Safety Plan, Job Hazards Analysis (JHA), and Health and Safety Plan (HSP): Prepare and Submit Site Specific Safety Plan, Job Hazards Analysis (JHA), and Health and Safety Plan (HSP). Provide Detailed Project Data in the Site Specific Safety Plan, Job Hazards Analysis (JHA), and Health and Safety Plan (HSP).

J. Testing Agency Qualifications: For testing agencies specified in "Quality Assurance" Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include proof of qualifications in the form of a recent report on the inspection of the testing agency by a recognized authority.

K. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For Government's record, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

L. Quality Control Inspection, Test Reports, Safety Inspections, and Safety Checks: For the

Duration of the Contract, perform Quality Control Inspection, Test Reports, Safety Inspections, and Safety Checks and provide copies to the USFWS.

M. Soil, Crushed Aggregate (For Any Materials Imported from Offsite): Gradation Tests, Durability Tests, Optimum Moisture Content/Density Tests, and Certification the Materials are Free of Glass, Bituminous Material, Woody Organic Debris, and any regulated quantities of Hazardous Materials. Materials shall be compatible with existing Native Materials On-site.

N. Compaction Test Results for Compacted Structural Fill. No less than (1) Test Each Layer

(Lift) Each 2,500 Square Feet of Fill. Repeat Compaction and Modify Procedure for Failed Test Areas. Increase testing Frequency where required when test areas fail to meet Minimum Compaction Standards.

O. Concrete Mix Design, Compressive Strength, Slump, Air Entrainment, and Temperature

Tests. No less than (1) Set of Tests Each Load for All New Concrete provided and installed and If Applicable to this Project.

P. Seed Mix. Species, Composition by Percent Weight, Source, Certified Weed Free. Similar for any fertilizer and Tackifier and If Applicable to this Project.

Q. Material Certifications. Certifications for All Products and Materials Proposed for

Installation.

R. Shop Drawings and Structural Calculations. Develop, Prepare, and Submit Shop

Drawings. The Shop Drawings shall detail the Design Loads, Material and Product Specifications, Size, Spacing, Placement, Dimensions, Type, and Layout of the Prefabricated Products and shall be in Agreement with the 100% Final Construction

Documents (Drawings and Technical Specifications) Approved for Construction.

Shop Drawings shall be signed, stamped, and sealed by a Professional Engineer registered in the State of Oregon Unless Noted Otherwise. Where multiple Professional Engineering Disciplines are required, each applicable drawing page shall be signed, stamped, and sealed by the correct discipline(s) for the work being depicted.

S. As-Constructed Record Drawings and Specifications. Maintain As-Constructed Record

Drawings and Specifications at the Project Site and Submit to the USFWS CO and COR at the End of Construction. Construction Drawings and Specifications shall be annotated to reflect As-Constructed Conditions concurrent as the Construction Progresses.

In particular, Submit a Full Size Set of Red-Lined Drawings and Complete Set of Specifications, which clearly indicates the as-constructed work. Submit (1) set of Marked-Up Record Drawings, (1) set of Reproducible CAD Drawings showing As-Constructed Conditions, and (1) Electronic copy on a CD complying with FWS CAD Standards.

T. Close-Out Documents. Submit documents listed in the CLOSE OUT DOCUMENT section under Specification 01 78 00.

01 35 00 SPECIAL PROCEDURES

A. Rollover Protection and Seat Belts: In addition to the Safety and Health requirements of

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.236-13 of Part 2, Section I of this Contract, rollover protection and seat belts required by 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA) shall be extended to include equipment regardless of the year of manufacture.

B. Immediately Stop Work if paleontological, archaeological or historical remains (including burials or skeletal material) are encountered, immediately Stop the Work and notify the Inspector, Contracting Officer’s Representative, or Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer will notify the Regional Archaeologist so the provisions of 36 CFR 800.7 (Resourced Discovered During Construction) and other relevant laws are followed. Work will cease in the immediate vicinity until permitted to resume by written order from the Contracting Officer. Work in other areas may proceed as approved by the regional Archaeologist.

C. Hazardous Materials: The proposed Work areas are believed not to contain any hazardous materials. Should any unknown hazardous materials be encountered, Stop Work immediately and notify CO and COR in writing of conditions encountered.

D. Project adjacent property, structures, and improvements from damage.

01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor Quality Control:

1. The contractor is responsible for the overall quality of all its own Work and the Work performed by their subcontractors Working under this contract.

2. The quality of any part of the Work installed must not be less than that required by the technical divisions of this specification.

3. If the COR determines that the quality of Work does not conform to the applicable technical specifications and design drawings, the contractor will be advised in writing of the areas of nonconformance, and within 7 days the contractor must correct the deficiencies and advise the CO in writing of the corrective action taken.

4. Supervision: At all times when onsite Work is underway, provide an onsite Project Manager or Project Superintendent who has a good Working knowledge of the project Work and who is able to converse (read, write, and speak) fluent English.

B. Noncompliance with Quality Control Requirements: Failure of the contractor to comply with the above requirements may be cause for termination for default.

C. Quality Control Procedures:

1. Contractor shall monitor quality control over Contractor employees, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, Site Conditions, and Workmanship.

2. Comply fully with manufacturer's published instructions, including each step in sequence of installation.

3. Should manufacturer's published instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for Work, except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise Workmanship.

E. Perform Work by persons who are thoroughly qualified and trained in their respective trade, to produce Workmanship of specified quality.

F. Perform tests required by governing authorities having jurisdiction and utilities having jurisdiction.

G. Maintain check-off list of Work, which does not comply with Contract Documents and Design Documents, stating specifically what is non-complying, date faulty Work was originally discovered, and date Work was corrected. No requirement to report deficiencies corrected same day it was discovered. Submit copy of Non-Compliance Check-Off List of non-complying Work items to Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative on a weekly basis.

H. Prior to final acceptance by Contracting Officer, submit a certification signed by Contractor to Contracting Officer stating that all Work has been inspected and all Work, except as specifically noted, is complete and in compliance with Contract Documents.

I. Project Safety:

1. The Contractor is responsible for safety on the Project Site at all times, from issuance of the Notice to Proceed until Final Completion and acceptance of the Project by the Contracting Officer.

2. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all onsite activities, equipment, and facilities constructed by the Contractor, subcontractor, or supplier conform fully to the standards of the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926 and 1910; and DOI and FWS policies.

3. Adhere to all current Federal, State and local safety requirements. In the event where any safety standard referenced herein conflicts with another, the more stringent shall govern.

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

5. Include in safety program, provisions for the identification, evaluation, prevention and control of general Work Site Hazards, Specific Job Hazards, and potential hazards that may arise from foreseeable construction methods and conditions, as well as providing a competent person to conduct frequent and regular inspections.

6. Each employee for all contractors and subcontractors must be instructed in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to the Work environment.

7. Provide barricades and warning devices as necessary to safeguard the Public, Workers, and Government Personnel.

8. Where project Work affects public roads, provide signage in accordance with the current edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as published by the US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.

01 41 00 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Regulatory Requirements:

1. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. This condition applies to, but is not limited to, laws and regulations governing noise levels, air and water quality standards, and cultural resources.

2. Comply with the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code, International Building Code, Architectural Barriers Act (ABA), National Electric Code, International Plumbing Code, and International Mechanical Code

3. If the code provisions conflict, the more stringent code provision shall govern.

4. In any instances where the Design Drawings and Technical Specifications do not specify explicit materials or methods, then perform the Work in accordance with the minimum requirements of the code applicable to the Work.

B. Permit Responsibility:

1. In general, customary building permits, mechanical and electrical permits are not required.

2. The Contractor shall, arrange for, obtain, and pay for any permits, licenses, government charges, connection fees, assessments, and inspection fees necessary for interface connections with serving utilities or other agencies having jurisdiction for prosecution of the Work.

3. Include fees for items above as a line item in the Schedule of Values.

01 42 00 REFERENCES

A. Acronyms USFWS, US FWS, US & FWS, FWS, Owner, Government, and Service, are all intended to mean

U.S Fish & Wildlife Service, Region 1 911 NE 11th Avenue Portland, OR 97232-4181

CO: Contracting Officer COR: Contracting Officer’s Representative

CGS: Division of Contracting and General Services, Region 1, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.

DOI: Department of Interior EN: Division of Engineering, Region 1, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.

D/B: Design Builder or Design Build entity FF&E: Furnishings, Fixtures, and Equipment NWR: National Wildlife Refuge NWRC: National Wildlife Refuge Complex

B. Definitions:

1. Allowance(s): A specific monetary sum included in the basic contract amount for a contract element that is undefined. Allowance includes all labor, materials, incidental expenses, taxes, and contractor markups for incorporation of the element into the project.

Allowances will be paid for on a time and materials basis after submittal and approval of a detailed cost break down and a contract modification has been issued. Should the allowance amount exceed the actual cost, savings will accrue to the Owner. Should the allowance not cover the cost an equitable contact modification will be issued.

2. Authority Having Jurisdiction: Division of Engineering, Region 1, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

3. Industry Standard: A reference standard that establishes a level of quality, performance or other characteristic of a material or system.

4. Local Authority Having Jurisdiction: Duly adopted local code authority, agency, or serving utility governing or serving the location of the Project.

5. Remove and Replace (RR): Remove existing component or assembly and replace in kind with new materials of same type, design, quality, and operating characteristics.

6. Remove and Salvage (RSALV): Remove component, equipment or assembly intact and turn over to government for their use.

7. Refurbish (RFR): Restore component, equipment, or assembly “as new”. Refurbishing includes but is not limited to cleaning, restoring finishes, making inoperable items operable, rewiring, re-lamping, custom manufacturing unavailable parts, and replacing missing parts. If necessary for refurbishment, remove component, equipment, or assembly intact, refurbish, and reincorporate it into the project.

8. Remove and Reinstall (RSR): Remove component, equipment, or assembly intact.

Store and protect removed items, reincorporate into project in same condition prior to removal.

9. Unit Price: The Unit Price is establishment of a price based on a per unit basis or task basis for Work to be provided in the project. Unit prices will be good for the duration of the project. Quantities will be measured and only actual quantities installed will be paid for. Unit prices should include all costs including taxes and fees for furnishing and installing into the project. When unit prices are within 10% of estimated amounts, the initial unit price will be valid. When unit price quantity exceeds 10% of estimated amounts unit price may be renegotiated.

01 43 00 TESTING AND INPECTION

A. Employ and pay for services of an independent testing agency or laboratory acceptable to

Owner to perform specified testing.

1. Prior to start of Work, submit testing laboratory name, address, and telephone number, and names of full time [registered Engineer] [specialist] and responsible officer.

2. Submit copy of report of laboratory facilities inspection made by Materials Reference

Laboratory of National Bureau of Standards during most recent inspection, with memorandum of remedies of deficiencies reported by inspection.

B. The independent firm will perform tests, inspections and other services specified in individual specification sections.

1. Laboratory: Authorized to operate in the State of Washington.

2. Laboratory Employees: Maintain full time specialist to review services.

3. Testing Equipment: Calibrated at reasonable intervals with devices of an accuracy traceable to National Bureau of Standards or accepted values of natural physical constants.

C. Testing, inspections, and source quality control may occur on or off the Project Site.

Perform off-site testing as required by Owner’s Representative.

D. Reports will be submitted by the independent firm to the Contractor, and authority having jurisdiction, indicating observations and results of tests and indicating compliance or non-compliance with Contract Documents.

E. Cooperate with independent firm. Furnish samples of materials, design mix (where applicable), equipment, tools, storage, safe access, and assistance by incidental labor as requested.

F. Testing and employment of testing agency or laboratory shall not relieve Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

G. Re-testing or re-inspection required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by the same independent firm upon receiving instructions from Contractor.

H. Contractor’s Testing Agency Responsibilities:

1. Provide qualified employees at the Project Site. Cooperate with Owner’s

Representative and Contractor in performance of services.

2. Perform specified sampling and testing of products in accordance with specified standards and technical specifications prepared by the Contractor (if applicable).

3. Ascertain compliance of materials with requirements of Contract Documents.

4. Promptly notify Owner’s Representative and Contractor of observed irregularities or non- conformance of Work or Products.

5. Attend Pre-Construction Meetings and Progress Meetings.

I. Testing Agency Reports: After each test, promptly submit two copies of the report to the

Owner’s Representative, Contractor, and authority having jurisdiction. When requested by

Contractor, provide interpretation of test results. Include the following:

1. Date issued.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name of inspector.

4. Date and time of sampling or inspection.

5. Identification of product and specifications section.

6. Location in Project.

7. Type of inspection or test.

8. Date of test.

9. Results of test.

10. Conformance with Contract Documents.

J. Limits On Testing Authority:

1. Agency or laboratory may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

2. Agency or laboratory may not approve or accept any portion of the Work.

3. Agency or laboratory may not assume duties of Contractor.

4. Agency or laboratory has no authority to Stop the Work.

01 44 00 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

A. Inspection. The Services/Work performed under this contract are subject to observation and review by the USFWS, Consultant Professional Engineer who prepared the initial Construction Drawings and Specifications, and other authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Acceptance. Perform Services/Work to the Satisfaction of the regulatory entities, USFWS

Regional Engineer, and USFWS Contracting Officer.

01 51 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Provide temporary facilities and utilities needed including heat, light, power, water, telephone, sanitary facilities, job offices, storage enclosures, safety devices, construction aids, and support equipment.

B. If suitable FWS power is present on the Project Site. Power may be used for construction purposes at no cost to the Contractor.

C. Coordinate on-site parking and access with the Refuge Manager or Assistant Refuge Manager.

D. Maintain all fire access lanes and fire parking areas clear of all construction materials, vehicles, and equipment.

E. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.

This condition applies to, but is not limited to, laws and regulations governing noise levels, air and water quality standards, and cultural resources.

F. Protect adjacent vegetation, property, structures, and improvements from damage.

G. Provide safety equipment and methods as necessary to perform the Work in a safe manner in accordance with federal and state health and safety regulations.