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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

FACILITY CODE

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

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15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

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6. ISSUED BY CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X)

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15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

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Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION

CENTRAL FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY DIVISION

12300 WEST DAKOTA AVENUE, SUITE 360

LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228

ATTENTION:

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

A004

6982AF26R000002

4/14/26

5/29/26

1. The response due date is hereby changed to June 5, 2026, 2:00 P.M. MDT

2. Replace Plan Sheet C4 with the attached Plan Sheet C4.

3. Replace RFP Part 1, Section C Specifications pages C-1 through C-88 with the attached pages C-1 through C-88.

KELLY PALMER

CA FLAP SCR T5(1A

CA FLAP SCR T5(1A)

MONTEREY BAY SANCTUARY SCENIC TRAIL MITIGATION

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Section 101. — TERMS, FORMAT, AND DEFINITIONS

101.01 Meaning of Terms. These specifications are generally written in the imperative mood. In sentences using the imperative mood, the subject, "the Contractor", is implied. Also implied in this language are "shall", "shall be", or similar words and phrases. In material specifications, the subject may also be the supplier, fabricator, or manufacturer supplying material, products, or equipment for use on the project. Wherever "directed", "required", "prescribed", "requested", or "ordered" are used, the "direction", "requirement", "prescription", or "order" of the Contracting Officer is intended. Wherever something is to be "submitted" or "submitting to", the Contracting Officer is intended. Similarly, wherever "approved", "acceptable", "suitable", "satisfactory", or similar words are used, the words mean "approved by", "acceptable to", or "satisfactory to" the Contracting Officer.

The word "will" generally pertains to decisions or actions of the Contracting Officer.

101.02 Specifications Format. These specifications are divided into 10 Divisions. Division 100 consists of general contract requirements for which no direct payment is made. The requirements contained in Division 100 apply to all contracts.

Division 150 consists of project contract requirements that apply to all contracts. Work under Division 150 is paid for directly or indirectly according to Subsection 109.05. If there is no pay item in the bid schedule, no direct payment is made.

Divisions 200 through 600 consist of construction contract requirements for specific items of work. Work under these Divisions is paid for directly or indirectly according to Subsection 109.05. If there is no pay item in the bid schedule, no direct payment is made.

Division 700 contains the material requirements for Divisions 150 through 600. No direct payment is made in Division 700. Payment for material is included as part of the work required in Divisions 150 through 600.

The first three digits of the pay item number in the bid schedule identify the Section under which the work is performed.

101.03 Abbreviations.When these abbreviations are used, they represent the following:

(a) Acronyms.

3D — Three-Dimensional

AASHTO — American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

ACI — American Concrete Institute

ANSI — American National Standards Institute

ASTM — American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International)

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AWG — American Wire Gauge

BCM – Baseline Construction Schedule

BMP — Best Management Practice

CFR — Code of Federal Regulations

CO — Contracting Officer and authorized representatives

CDR — Contractor’s Daily Record

CPM — Critical Path Method

CTSM — Contingent Sum

EPA — Environmental Protection Agency

FAR — Federal Acquisition Regulations (48 CFR Chapter 1)

FHWA — Federal Highway Administration

FLH — Federal Lands Highway

GPS — Global Positioning System

GSA — General Services Administration

LPSM — Lump Sum

NTP — Notice to Proceed

OSHA — Occupational Safety and Health Administration

PVC — Polyvinyl Chloride

QA — Quality Assurance

QC — Quality Control

QCM — Quality Control Manager

QCP — Quality Control Plan

RECP — Rolled Erosion Control Product

SDS — Safety Data Sheet

SF — Standard Form

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SWPPP — Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan

TAR — Transportation Acquisition Regulations (48 CFR Chapter 12)

U.S. — United States

U.S.C. — United States Code

(b) Unit abbreviations and symbols.

°F — degree Fahrenheit temperature ft — feet length ft2 — square feet area ft3 — cubic feet volume gal — gallon volume in — inches length in2 — square inches area in3 — cubic inches volume lb — pound mass mi — mile length min — minute time oz — ounces mass ppm — parts per million concentration psi — pounds per square inch pressure sec — second time yd — yards length yd2 — square yards area yd3 — cubic yards volume

(c) Slope notation. Slopes are expressed as the ratio of vertical to horizontal (V:H).

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101.04 Definitions. Unless otherwise specified, the following terms are defined as follows:

Absolute Cover – The percentage of the ground covered by the vertical projection of the plant crowns of a defined set of plants as viewed from above.

Award — The written acceptance of a bid by the CO.

Backfill — Material used to replace or the act of replacing material removed during construction. Material placed or the act of placing material adjacent to structures.

Bid — A written offer by a bidder to perform work at a quoted price.

Bidder — An individual or legal entity submitting a bid.

Bid Guarantee — A form of security assuring that the bidder will not withdraw a bid within the period specified for acceptance and will execute a written contract and provide required bonds.

Bid Schedule — The prepared schedule included with the bid forms, containing the estimated quantities of pay items for which unit bid prices are invited.

Commercial Certification — See Subsection 106.03.

Completion Date — The date by which all contract work is to be complete.

Construction Limits — The limits that establish the area disturbed by construction operations and beyond which no disturbance is allowed.

Contract — The written agreement between the Government and the Contractor setting forth the obligations of the parties for the performance of and payment for the prescribed work.

Contracting Officer — An official of the Government with the authority to execute, administer, and terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings. The term includes authorized representatives of the CO acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the CO.

Contract Modification — A written change in the terms of the contract. Contract modifications are of the following forms:

(a) Administrative change. A unilateral contract change, in writing, that does not affect the substantive rights of the parties (such as a change in the paying office or the appropriation data).

(b) Change order. A written order, signed by the CO, directing the Contractor to make a change that FAR Clause 52.243-1 Changes-Fixed-Price authorizes the CO to order without the Contractor’s consent.

(c) Supplemental agreement. A contract modification that is accomplished by the signature of the CO (unilateral contract modification) or by the signature of the CO and the Contractor (bilateral contract modification).

Contractor — The individual or legal entity contracting with the Government for performance of

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Contract Time — The specified time allowed for completion of the contract work.

Cross-Section — A vertical section of the ground or structure at right angles to the centerline or baseline of the roadway or other work.

Day — A calendar day starting and ending at midnight.

Drawings — Design sheets or fabrication, erection, shop drawing, or construction details submitted to the CO by the Contractor according to FAR Clause 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction. Also refers to submissions and submittals.

Federal Land Management Agencies — Federal agencies including, but not limited to, the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Land Management, and Bureau of Reclamation.

Final Acceptance — The point at which the Government formally accepts the work and relieves the Contractor of further responsibility for the maintenance of the project. This excludes warranties, which remain in effect until they expire. See FAR Clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services (o) Warranty.

Government — The Government of the United States of America.

Highway, Street, or Road — A general term denoting a public way primarily designed for purposes of multimodal travel.

Masterworks — A web-based system used by the Government, Contractors, and Subcontractors on this Government contract to prepare CDRs, measurement notes (pay notes and field measurement documentation), and transmit submittals, and documents and drawings.

Material — Substances specified or necessary to complete the contract work.

Measurement — The process of identifying the dimensions, quantity, or capacity of a pay item. See Section 109 for measurement methods, terms, and definitions.

Notice to Proceed — Written notice to the Contractor to start the contract work.

Offeror — An individual or legal entity submitting a bid.

Pay Item — A specific item of work consisting of a unit, quantity, and method of measurement furnished by the Government and a price established by the contract.

Payment Bond — The security executed by the Contractor and surety or sureties and provided to the CO to ensure payments as required by law to persons supplying labor or material according to the contract.

Performance Bond — The security executed by the Contractor and surety or sureties and provided to the CO to guarantee completion of the contract work.

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Plans — The contract plans furnished by the Government showing the location, type, dimensions, and details of the work.

Production Certification — See Subsection 106.03.

Professional Engineer — Engineers holding valid state licenses permitting them to offer engineering services directly to the public. Engineers that are experienced in the work for which they are responsible, take legal responsibility for their engineering designs, and are bound by a code of ethics to protect the public health.

Project — The specific section of the property on which construction is to be performed under the contract.

Right-of-Way — Real property necessary for the project, including roadway, buffer areas, access, and drainage areas.

Shop Drawings — See "Drawings"

Solicitation — The complete assembly of documents (whether attached or incorporated by reference) furnished to prospective bidders.

Specifications — The written requirements for performing work.

Standard Form — Numbered form issued by the GSA for use as contract documents.

Subcontract — The written agreement between the Contractor and an individual or legal entity setting forth the obligations of the parties for the performance of and payment for a specific portion of the work to be performed by the subcontractor.

Subcontractor — An individual or legal entity with which the Contractor sublets part of the work. This includes subcontractors and material suppliers in all tiers.

Substantial Completion —For mitigation site work, the point at which all initial construction activities, including but not limited to selective clearing, grading, planting, seeding, mulching, fencing, and gate installation are complete, and the only remaining work is the multi-year plant maintenance period.

Superintendent — The Contractor’s on-site representative who has authority to act for the Contractor and is responsible for directing and supervising construction operations on behalf of the Contractor.

Surety — An individual or corporation legally liable for the debt, default, or failure of a Contractor to satisfy a contract obligation.

Work — The providing of labor, material, equipment, and other incidentals necessary to complete the project according to the contract.

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Section 102. — BID, AWARD, AND EXECUTION OF CONTRACT

102.01 Acquisition Regulations. Bid, award, and execution of the contract is governed by the FAR and

TAR.

102.02 Preparation of Proposal. Follow the requirements of FAR Provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services.

Insert a numeric unit proposal price for each pay item for which a quantity appears in the schedule.

Multiply the unit price by the quantity for each pay item and show the amount proposed. If mathematical checks made by the Government show a mistake in the amount proposed, the corrected unit price extension governs.

If "LPSM" appears as a unit of measure in the bid schedule, insert an amount bid for each lump sum pay item.

If "CTSM" appears as a unit of measure in the bid schedule, include the Government inserted amount for the pay item in the total bid amount.

Total the amounts bid for each pay item and show the total bid amount.

The quantities listed in the schedule are approximate, unless designated as a contract quantity, and are used for the comparison of bids. Payment will be made for the actual quantities of work performed and accepted or material provided according to the contract. The scheduled quantities may be increased, decreased, or deleted. Bid schedule quantities are considered the original contract quantities.

102.02A Physical Data.

Data and information furnished or referred to below is for the Contractor's information. The Government is not responsible for any interpretation of, or conclusion drawn from the data or information by the Contractor.

(a) The indications of physical conditions on the drawings and in the specifications are the result of site investigations by:

(1) Final Hydrologic and Hydraulic Technical Memorandum.

(b) Weather conditions: Contact the National Weather Service.

102.03 Bid Guarantee. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.228-1 Bid Guarantee.

102.04 Individual Surety. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.228-11 Individual Surety-Pledge of Assets.

Complete and date the SF 28, Affidavit of Individual Surety after the solicitation date. The individual surety shall personally sign the SF 28. Bidders cannot serve as their own surety. See FAR 28.203 Individual Sureties.

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After reviewing the SF 28, the CO may request the surety to submit further documentation with respect to its assets, debts, or encumbrances. The information may be required to be provided under oath. Failure of the surety to respond with the requested documentation within 7 days of receipt of the request is cause for rejection of the surety.

Any material misstatement by the surety, overstatement of assets (either as to ownership or value), or understatement of liabilities is cause for rejection of the surety. Substitution of individual sureties to support a bid bond after the bid opening will not be allowed.

Provide documentary evidence as to the ownership and value of the assets pledged in support of the bond and details of the security interest in the assets by the individual sureties for the apparent low bidder within 14 days after the opening of bids. Failure to submit evidence within the time required will be grounds for declaring the surety unacceptable.

After reviewing the SF 28 and documentary information on the security interest and the assets pledged, the CO may request the surety to submit further information and documents with respect to the documents submitted. The information may be required to be provided under oath. Failure of the surety to respond with the requested information or documents within 7 days of receipt of the request is cause for rejection of the surety.

102.05 Not Used.

102.06 Performance and Payment Bonds. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.228-16 Performance and Payment Bonds - Other than Construction.

Use SF 25, Performance Bond and SF 25A, Payment Bond for submitting the bonds.

Follow the requirements of Subsections 102.03 and 102.04.

Submit the documentary evidence for individual sureties at the same time as the Affidavit of Individual Surety and security interest in assets pledged. A Contractor submitting an unacceptable individual surety in satisfaction of a performance or payment bond before the issuance of the NTP will be allowed one opportunity to substitute an acceptable surety or sureties within 7 days of receipt of notification that the surety is unacceptable.

The Government’s right to direct the substitution of sureties to ensure the continuing acceptability of the bonds during the performance of the contract according to FAR Clause 52.228-2 Additional Bond Security is not restricted.

The requirements of this Subsection are in addition to the requirements in FAR 28.2, except where in conflict with the requirements in the FAR, in which case the FAR supersedes the requirements of this Subsection.

The bond amounts may be reduced when the CO issues substantial completion for grading, planting, seeding, and fencing; and the only remaining work will be maintenance of the site to ensure viability of the vegetation.

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Section 103. — SCOPE OF WORK

103.01 Intent of Contract. The intent of the contract is to provide for completion of the work described in the contract documents. The precise details of performing the work are not described, except as considered essential for the successful completion of the work. Provide labor, material, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies necessary to complete the work according to the contract.

103.02 Disputes. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.233-1 Disputes (Alternate I).

103.03 Not Used.

103.04 Contractor Records. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records.

Upon request, provide records related to the contract to the Government for up to 3 years after final payment or for longer periods as provided by law.

Include a provision in subcontracts at all tiers giving the Government the same rights as provided above with respect to the subcontractor’s records.

103.05 Partnering. To facilitate the contract, the CO offers to participate in a partnership with the Contractor. This partnership draws on the strengths of each organization to identify and achieve reciprocal goals. Partnering strives to resolve problems in a timely, professional, and non-adversarial manner. If problems result in disputes, partnering encourages, but does not require, alternative dispute resolution instead of the formal claim process. The objective is effective and efficient contract performance to achieve a quality project within budget and on schedule.

Acceptance of this partnering offer by the Contractor is optional, and the partnership is bilateral.

If the partnering offer is accepted by the Contractor, mutually agree with the CO on the level of organizational involvement and the need for a professional to facilitate the partnering process. Engage the facilitator and other resources for key Contractor representatives and the CO to attend a partnership development and team-building workshop. Hold additional progress meetings upon mutual agreement.

The direct cost of partnering facilities, professional facilitation, copying fees, and other miscellaneous costs directly related to partnering meetings will be shared by the Contractor and Government. Secure and pay for facilities, professional fees, and miscellaneous requirements. Submit invoices to the CO. The Government will reimburse the Contractor for 50 percent of the agreed costs incurred for the partnering process. The Government’s share will not exceed $5,000.

Each party is responsible for making and paying for its own travel, lodging, and meal arrangements. No time extension for the completion of the project will be made for the use of partnering. No changes to the contract can result from discussions during partnering sessions.

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Section 104. — CONTROL OF WORK

104.01 Authority of the Contracting Officer. As stated in FAR 1.402-1(a), the CO has authority to execute, administer, or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The CO may delegate authority to representatives to decide on acceptability, progress, and suspension of work, interpretation of the contract, and acceptable fulfillment of the contract.

104.02 Authority of Contracting Officer’s Representative. As stated in FAR 1.404, CORs will be designated in writing by the CO to act on behalf of the CO to administer the contract. The COR will administer the contract according to the contract documents and the FAR. The COR lacks authority to make commitments outside of the terms of the contract; issue changes that affect price, quality, quantity, delivery, or other terms and conditions of the contract; or direct the Contractor or its subcontractor to operate in conflict with the contract terms and conditions.

104.03 Authority of Inspectors. Inspectors are authorized to inspect work, including the preparation, fabrication, or manufacture of material for the project. Inspectors are not authorized to alter or waive contract requirements, issue instruction contrary to the contract, act as foreperson for the Contractor, or direct the Contractor’s operations. Inspectors have the authority to identify non-conforming work until the issue can be referred to and decided by the CO. An inspector is permitted to stop work in circumstances of imminent and substantial risk of death or injury.

104.04 Electronic Documentation. Provide documents and drawings electronically using Masterworks.

Request the Masterworks User Account Form (Form Masterworks-001) and submission instructions.

Complete and electronically submit Form Masterworks-001 for each individual requiring Masterworks access. Allow 7 days for system access.

Contact the CO to schedule a training session on the use of Masterworks. The virtual training session will be either a video presentation or live training as determined by the CO. The Contractor is responsible for training additional staff that were not present during the original training session.

Maintain active Masterworks accounts for all Contractor staff who use Masterworks. Notify the CO within 24 hours after an account holder is reassigned or no longer employed by the Contractor and submit a Form Masterworks-001 requesting their account be disabled.

Provide documents and drawings in their native file format (the format produced by the software that the document and drawing was created in) upon request.

Documents and drawings include but are not limited to correspondence, submittals, measurement notes, reports, plans, diagrams, qualifications, certifications, payrolls, schedules, invoices, notifications, requests, permits, and agreements.

Provide a resolution quality with color, text, and lines clearly discernible. Submit each document and drawing in an individual file. Name files with a unique document name.

Documents and drawings delivered after 5:00 pm local time will be considered received on the next business day.

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The CO will reject documents that are unreadable, corrupted, illegible, or include malicious content.

104.05 Signatures for Electronic Documentation. Sign documents requiring a signature by electronic signature or by wet signature.

(a) Definitions.

(1) Electronic signature. A computer data compilation of symbols or series of symbols executed, adopted, or authorized by an individual to be the legally binding equivalent of the individual’s handwritten signature.

(2) Wet signature. A signature of ink from pen, or a scanned copy of an actual signature of ink from pen.

(b) Electronic signature. Unless the CO requests a wet signature, an electronic signature may be provided. Assume responsibility for the validity of electronic signatures. The Government will assume that the authorized individual’s electronic signature is authentic.

Provide electronic signatures in the following formats:

(1) A digital signature from an encryption application;

(2) A digitized image of a paper signature; or

(3) A unique form or individual identification that can be used as a means of authenticating a record, record entry, or document.

(c) Wet signature. After signing a document by wet signature, scan the complete document into an electronic format.

104.06 Specifications and Drawings. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction.

(a) General. Submittals include both documents and drawings required to construct the work. Review submittals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the contract. Submittals that do not include evidence of Contractor review and verification may be returned for resubmission.

Time for approval starts over when submittals are returned for revision or when additional information is requested. Perform work related to submitted documents or drawings only after they are approved.

Obtain written approval before changing or deviating from the approved submittals.

Submit documents and drawings according to Subsection 104.04.

(1) Drawings. Drawings include:

(a) Layouts that show the relative position (vertical and horizontal as appropriate) of work to be performed;

(b) Fabrication details for manufactured items and assemblies;

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(c) Installation procedures;

(d) Details of systems;

(e) Traffic control implementation drawings;

(f) Methods for performing work near existing structures or other areas to be protected; and

(g) Calculations that support each drawing.

Show drawing dimensions in the same units as shown in the plans. Limit drawings to a maximum size of 24 by 36 inches. Include the project number, name, and other identification as shown in the contract on each drawing and calculation sheet.

Drawings will be reviewed in the order they are received. Allow 30 days for approval of drawings.

Submit additional drawings for unique situations to clarify layout, construction details, or method if requested.

(2) Documents other than drawings. Documents other than drawings include descriptive literature, illustrations, schedules, performance and test data, certifications, and similar material submitted to certify or explain specific portions of the work required by the contract. Allow 14 days for approval unless otherwise specified.

(b) As-built drawings. Maintain a separate set of plans exclusively for as-built drawings. Use the color "red" to identify changes. Use approved methods to record changes accurately and neatly.

Include details and notes on additional information discovered during construction. Note additions or revisions to the location, character, and dimensions of work. Strikeout details shown that are not applicable to the completed work.

Retain as-built drawings at the project site or an alternate location as approved.

Keep as-built drawings current and maintain a revision log of changes made. Check and initial plan sheets that were incorporated in the completed work without change. Meet with the CO to jointly review as-built drawings and log for accuracy, completeness, and legibility before submission of each monthly invoice. The CO may retain a portion of the progress payment if as-built drawings are not current.

Submit as-built drawings and revision logs before the final inspection. Correct errors and omissions found during the final inspection and resubmit as-built drawings for approval within 7 days after the final inspection.

When as-built drawings are approved, submit the final as-built drawings according to Subsection 104.04.

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Include the following in the final as-built drawings:

(1) Title sheet.

(a) "AS-BUILT DRAWINGS" (bold text);

(b) Name of Contractor;

(c) Project completion date;

(d) Revisions to project length;

(e) Revisions to begin and end stations of project;

(f) Revisions to index to sheets;

(g) Plan notes; and

(h) A note stating, "Work was constructed as designed unless otherwise noted."

(2) Summary of quantities and tabulation sheets.

(a) Revisions to quantities, locations, notes, remarks, including totals;

(b) Strikeout unused pay items; and

(c) Revisions to application rates.

(3) Planting sheets. Note additions or revisions to the location, character, and dimensions of the following items:

(a) Fencing layout and gate locations;

(b) Planting boundary and acreage;

(c) Plant species and quantities; and

(d) Construction limits.

(4) Grading sheets. Note additions or revisions to the location, character, and dimensions of the following items:

(a) Grading limits; and

(b) Pothole locations.

(5) Standard and detail sheets. Note the additions or revisions to the character and dimensions of details.

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104.07 Coordination of Contract Documents. The FAR, TAR, Specifications, and Plans are contract documents. A requirement in one document is binding as though occurring in all the contract documents.

The contract documents are intended to be complementary and to describe and provide for a complete contract. In case of discrepancy, calculated and shown dimensions govern over scaled dimensions. The contract documents govern in the following order:

(a) FAR;

(b) TAR;

(c) Specifications; and

(d) Plans.

104.08 Load Restrictions. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas.

Comply with legal load restrictions while hauling material and equipment on public roads and bridges to and from the project. Regardless of the legal or posted load limit, control loads to prevent damage to existing and new infrastructure within the project limits.

Obtain necessary oversize or overweight vehicle permits and escorts for moving oversized or overweight loads. Provide a copy of the permits and associated loading calculations for roads and bridges within the project limits. A special permit does not relieve the Contractor of liability for damage resulting from moving or using material or equipment to or within the job site.

Unless otherwise permitted, do not operate equipment or vehicles that exceed the legal load limits over new or existing structures, or pavements within the project. Ensure loads do not damage subgrade or utilities.

Replace or restore infrastructure damaged during operations to original condition.

104.09 Not Used.

104.10 Inspection at the Nursery. Work may be inspected at the point of propagation and growing for plant material. Nursery plants may be inspected for compliance with the project’s specified growing methods and California’s License to Sell Nursery Stock requirements per California Food and Agricultural Code § 6721. Up to ten plant samples of each species may be obtained for laboratory DNA testing for compliance with genetic quality requirements. Allow entry during normal operating hours to the parts of the nursery producing the work.

104.11 Other Contracts. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236-8 Other Contracts.

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Section 105. — CONTROL OF MATERIAL

105.01 Source of Supply and Quality Requirements. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236- 5 Material and Workmanship. Select sources and submit acceptable material. Notify the CO of proposed sources before delivery to the project to expedite material inspection and testing. Do not incorporate material requiring submittal into the work until approved.

Material may be approved at the source of supply before delivery to the project. Provide source quality test results dated within 12 months from NTP. Approval of a material source does not constitute acceptance of material submitted from the source. If an approved source fails to supply acceptable material during the life of the project, further use of that source may be denied.

Submit samples of material for source quality verification testing for material if requested.

Certify, according to Subsection 107.10(d), that sources of rock, sand, gravel, earth, subsoil, or other natural material imported into the project construction limits are noxious weed free.

105.02 Material Sources.

(a) Government-listed sources. The Government may list possible material sources. The Government makes no representation as to the quality or quantity of materials, or rights to the availability of material from these sources. These sources are considered to be Contractor-located sources under (b) below.

The Government has acquired the rights to remove plant seeds and plant cutting material from the Bureau of Land Management (Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument) and California State Parks (Wilder Ranch) property identified in the contract. Do not perform work within a source until a source development plan is approved per Section 626.03 and a California State Parks right of entry permit is obtained per subsection 107.01(b). Comply with the right of entry agreement acquired by the Government for California State Parks property (see Appendix).

(b) Contractor-located sources. The Contractor is responsible for Contractor-located material sources, including established commercial material sources. Use sources that fulfill the contract quantity and quality requirements. Determine the quantity, type of equipment, and work necessary to select and produce an acceptable material. Secure permits and clearances for use of the source and submit copies of the documents to the CO. Follow the environmental requirements of Subsection 107.10(d). Submit available historical data indicating acceptable material can be produced from the source.

105.03 Material Source Management. Notify the CO at least 14 days before starting operations in the source. Develop and operate according to the approved source development plan for Government-listed sources or written agreement for Contractor-located sources.

Dispose of rejected material in an approved manner.

105.04 Handling and Storing Material. Handle and store material to preserve its quality and fitness for the work. Stored material approved before storage may again be inspected before use in the work. Locate

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Use only approved portions of the construction limits for storing material or equipment. Provide additional space as needed. Do not use private property for storage without written permission of the owner or lessee.

Submit copies of agreements and documents.

For Contractor-located, non-commercial staging, storing, and material handling areas, secure environmental clearances according to Subsection 107.10.

Provide security for stored material.

Restore Government-furnished storage sites to their original condition.

Use products according to the manufacturer’s recommendations for handling, storage, and disposal.

Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas and FAR Clause 52.236- 12 Cleaning Up. Maintain the staging and storage areas in a clean, neat, and orderly condition.

Store construction, building and waste materials, and containers in designated areas indoors or protect with a suitable covering.

Keep the manufacturer’s SDS, an inventory of the material, and emergency numbers near the storage area.

Take appropriate measures to ensure that incompatible chemicals are not stored next to each other.

Store construction materials within the limits shown in the plans. Properly store materials according to the applicable permit. Check the storage areas weekly and according to the applicable permit.

Submit a site map showing the material storage and stockpile locations at least 14 days before the start of construction activities.

105.05 Not used.

105.06 Material Source Restoration. Restore ground disturbances caused by access to Government-furnished sources for willow stake harvesting. Do not measure restoration of ground disturbances for payment.

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Section 106. — ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

106.01 Conformity with Contract Requirements. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (b) Inspection/Acceptance.

References to standard documents and test methods of AASHTO, ASTM, GSA, and other recognized standard authorities refer to the documents and methods in effect on the date of the Invitation for Bids (IFB) or Request for Proposal (RFP).

Use the FLH Testing Forms for reporting materials test results unless otherwise approved. Use the FLH Test Methods in effect on the date of the IFB or RFP for testing materials, when applicable.

Use ASTM E29, Absolute Method, for test results and related calculations.

Perform work to the lines, grades, cross-sections, dimensions, and processes or material requirements shown in the contract.

Incorporate manufactured material into the work according to the manufacturer’s recommendations or to these specifications, whichever is stricter.

If standard manufactured items are specified (such as fence, wire, plates, rolled shapes, and pipe conduits that are identified by gauge, density, or section dimensions) the tolerances for masses or dimensions will be established manufacturing tolerances unless otherwise noted.

Plan dimensions and contract specification values are the values to be strived for and complied with as the design values from which deviations are allowed. Perform work and provide material that is uniform in character and reasonably close to the prescribed value or within the specified tolerance range. The purpose of a tolerance range is to accommodate occasional minor variations from the median zone that are unavoidable for practical reasons.

The Government may inspect, sample, or test any work, at any time before acceptance of the entire work.

If the Government tests work, copies of test reports will be provided to the Contractor upon request.

Government tests may or may not be performed at the work site.

Work will be evaluated for conformance to contract requirements and will be designated as follows:

(a) Conforming work. Acceptable work conforming to the Contract will be paid for at the contract price per unit of measurement. Four methods of determining conformity and accepting work are described in Subsections 106.02 through 106.05. The primary method of acceptance is specified in the Acceptance Subsection of each Section, but work may be rejected if it is found not to comply with the contract.

(b) Nonconforming work. Remove, repair, or replace work at no additional cost to the Government that does not conform to the contract or to prevailing industry standards where no specific contract requirements are noted. Provide temporary traffic control and perform other related work to correct nonconformities at no additional cost to the Government.

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As an alternative to removal and replacement, the Contractor may submit a written request for approval that includes the following:

(1) Alternatives.

(a) Have the work accepted at a reduced price; or

(b) Perform corrective measures to bring the work into conformity.

(2) Supporting rationale and documentation. Include references or data justifying the proposal based on an evaluation of test results, effect on service life, value of material or work, quality, aesthetics, and other tangible engineering basis.

The CO will determine disposition of the nonconforming work.

If the accuracy of Government test results is disputed, inform the CO. If the dispute is unresolved after reasonable steps are taken to resolve the dispute, further evaluation may be obtained by written request.

Where sample and testing procedures refer to AASHTO, ASTM, or other standards (designated as FLH T), use the procedure as modified in the FLH Field Materials Manual.

106.02 Visual Inspection. Acceptance is based on visual inspection of the work for compliance with the contract. Use prevailing industry standards in the absence of specific contract requirements or tolerances.

Material accepted by visual inspection may be sampled and tested for conformance.

106.03 Certification. For material manufactured off site, use a manufacturer with an ISO 9000 certification or an approved testing and inspection system. Require the manufacturer to clearly mark the material or packaging with a unique product identification or specification standard to which it is produced.

Other than references in or to the FAR or Federal Law, when the Standard Specifications or Special Contract Requirements reference certifications, certificates, certified documents, equipment, or individuals; the references refer to documentation of non-regulatory, peripheral contract requirements that are required to be validated by an individual or organization having unique knowledge or qualifications to perform such validation.

See Table 106-1 for schedule for full or partial acceptance by material certification. Submit certification and sample of material for testing as required.

Check certifications before incorporating the material into the work to ensure that the requirements of the contract have been met. Mark the certifications with the following information: project number and name;

pay item number and description; date; and Contractor-signed certification stating “to the best of our knowledge the materials certified by the attached certification represent the materials incorporated into the work of this contract”.

Material accepted by certification may be sampled and tested for conformance.

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Provide a commercial certification unless a production certification is identified in the Acceptance Subsection.

(a) Commercial certification. A commercial certification is a manufacturer’s or Contractor’s representation that the material complies with the contract. The representation may be labels, catalog data, stamped specification standards, or supplier’s certifications indicating the material is produced to a commercial standard or specification.

Submit one commercial certification for similar material from the same manufacturer.

(b) Production certification. A production certification is a supplier’s certification that the material has been produced to a specific standard and is accompanied by test data performed within the past 12 months and other information as described below to support that the material complies with the contract.

Submit a production certification from the manufacturer for each shipment of material. Include the following:

(1) Date and place of manufacture;

(2) Lot number or other means of cross-referencing to the manufacturer’s inspection and testing system; and

(3) Substantiating evidence that the material conforms to the contract as required by FAR 46.105(a)(4), including the following:

(a) Test results on material from the same lot and documentation of the inspection and testing system;

(b) A statement from the manufacturer that the material complies with the contract; and

(c) Manufacturer’s signature or other means of demonstrating accountability for the certification.

Table 106-1 Schedule For Full or Partial Acceptance by Materials Certification

Section Description Material Material Property

Or Specification

Certification Frequency

Sample Frequency

707 Metal Pipe As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

710 Fencing and Mesh Fabrics As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

Roadside

Improvement Material

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

725 Miscellaneous Material As specified As applicable 1 per shipment per material type −

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106.04 Measured or Tested Conformance. Perform necessary measurements and tests to ensure work complies with the contract.

Use prevailing industry standards in the absence of contract requirements or tolerances.

Submit measurements, tests, and supporting data for acceptance.

If Government testing is performed on work, the results may be used for acceptance purposes.

106.05 Not used.

106.06 Partial and Final Acceptance. Maintain the work during construction and until the project is accepted. Repair damage before final acceptance of the entire project at no additional cost to the Government. See FAR Clause 52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion.

(a) Partial acceptance. When a segment of the project is completed, a final inspection of that segment may be requested by the Contractor. If the segment is complete and in compliance with the contract, it may be accepted. If accepted, the CO may relieve the Contractor of further responsibility for maintenance of the completed segment.

When public traffic is accommodated through construction and starts using sections of roadway as they are completed, continue maintenance of such sections until final acceptance.

(b) Final acceptance. Notify the CO when the entire project is complete to schedule an inspection. If work is determined to be complete, the inspection will constitute the final inspection. The Contractor will be notified in writing of final acceptance as of the date of the final inspection. Final acceptance relieves the Contractor of further responsibility for the maintenance of the project.

If the inspection discloses unsatisfactory work, the CO will provide to the Contractor a list of the work that is incomplete or requires correction. Immediately complete or correct the work. Submit notification when the work has been completed.

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Section 107. — LEGAL RELATIONS

AND RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PUBLIC

107.01 Laws to be Observed. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities.

Comply with applicable laws, ordinances, safety codes, regulations, orders, and decrees. Protect and indemnify the Government and its representatives against claim or liability arising from or based on the alleged violation of the same.

Comply with permits and agreements obtained by the Government for performing the work that is included in the contract. Notify CO of proposed changes, including required revisions to Government-obtained permits that are required by the Contractor’s methods of operation. Obtain additional permits or agreements that are required by the Contractor’s methods of operation. Submit copies of approved permits and finalized agreements upon receipt.

(a) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Comply with the requirements of the applicable Construction General Permit (CGP) as shown in Table 107-1. The applicable CGP is California.

Prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) according to Section 157. If the current CGP expires during the contract, amend the SWPPP when a new permit goes into effect to meet new permit conditions.

Obtain a separate NPDES permit associated with industrial activity for mobile asphalt and concrete plants that provide material for the project. Provide a copy of the permit and acknowledgement letter to the CO.

(1) Notice of Intent (NOI). After the SWPPP is approved, file the NOI according to the applicable CGP as shown in Table 107-1. Allow the regulatory review period, shown in Table 107-1, from submittal of NOI to receipt of authorization of coverage under the CGP. Provide a copy of the NOI and confirmation letter to the CO.

Post all project authorization numbers near the entrance to the site and on the bulletin board.

(2) Payment of permit fees. Submit the appropriate permit fees and renewal fees required for both the Contractor and Government to the regulatory agency.

(3) Notice of Termination (NOT). If applicable, file a NOT when the conditions listed in the CGP have been met or transfer the NOI to the maintaining agency after final acceptance.

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Table 107-1 NPDES Permits

State / Agency Permit Number and Link Effective Date Expiration Date Regulatory

Review Period California(1) 2022-0057-DWQ 9/1/2023 8/31/2028 7 days

(1) Upload the SWPPP to the California Water Boards Stormwater Multiple Application and Report Tracking System (SMARTS) and complete the NOI application previously started by the Government.