To preserve and restore the nature of Kane County

SB-FP-14-2526

1996 South Kirk Road, Suite 320, Geneva, Illinois 60134

Bill Lenert, President Benjamin Haberthur, Executive Director

(630) 232-5980 Fax: (630) 232-5924 www.kaneforest.com

INVITATION TO BID

Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve Trail Improvements SB-FP-14-2526 April 16, 2026

The District is seeking a qualified Contractor to restore proper trail function, including correcting drainage-related deficiencies, repair eroded sections of existing limestone hiking trail, improve durability, and reduce ongoing maintenance caused by uncontrolled runoff.

HOW TO BID: https://kaneforest.bonfirehub.com via Euna (formerly Bonfire)

Optional Pre-Bid Meeting: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM CST. Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve: 39W933 Russell Rd. Elgin, IL 60124

QUESTIONS: Via Euna by April 27, 2026 by 2:00pm CST ADDENDUM (If needed) April 30, 2026 by 2:00 pm CST SUBMISSION DEADLINE: May 7, 2026 by 2:00 pm CST (must submit online) BID UNSEALING: May 7, 2026 by 2:30 pm CST - District Boardroom PROJECT AWARD DATE: June 9, 2026 BID REQUIREMENTS: Submit all required documents via Bonfire.

FINAL COMPLETION DATE: September 1, 2026.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Bid Form (Contact, Affidavit of Corporation, Certification &

Proposal) References Subcontractors / Substance Abuse Statement

AT TIME OF AWARD: Certificate of Insurance with Endorsements naming FPDKC as additional insured per contract Performance Bond/Payment Bond Contract

PROJECT MANAGER: Zach Tegge, Landscape Architect

“This contract calls for the construction of a public work within the meaning of the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, which requires contractors to pay laborers performing services on public works projects no less than the prevailing rate of wages; the Department of Labor publishes and revises prevailing wage rates on its website (http://labor.illinois.gov); and, the contactor must check the website and comply with the Act’s wage requirements.”

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FITCHIE CREEK TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

SPECIAL PROVISIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contents

PROJECT SUMMARY

PROJECT LIMITS

DEFINITION OF TERMS

CONTROL OF WORK

CONTROL OF MATERIALS

LEGAL REGULATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY TO PUBLIC

DEMOLITION AND DISPOSAL OF CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS

EXCAVATION

EMBANKMENT

TOPSOIL

FINE GRADING

SEEDING

EROSION CONTROL BLANKET

TEMPORARY SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

RIP-RAP

SUBGRADE PREPARATION

AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

MOBILIZATION

TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PROTECTION

GEOGRID/GEOCELL STABILIZATION

TRAIL SURFACE REMOVAL AND REPAIR (3 INCH)

TRAIL SURFACE REMOVAL AND REPAIR (FULL DEPTH)

INDEX FOR SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS AND RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS

FITCHIE CREEK FOREST PRESERVE

TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

PROJECT SUMMARY

The proposed Fitchie Creek Trail Improvement Project consists of furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to correct drainage-related deficiencies and repair eroded sections (2,656 total linear feet) of the existing limestone hiking trail. The work is intended to restore proper trail function, improve durability, and reduce ongoing maintenance needs caused by uncontrolled surface runoff.

Current site conditions indicate that storm-water is flowing longitudinally along the trail alignment, resulting in surface erosion, rutting, and loss of limestone material. This project will address these issues through the installation of drainage and stabilization measures at designated locations throughout the corridor.

Work includes construction of grade reversals (“rolling dips”) to divert runoff off the trail surface, regrading of existing trail sections, and replacement of limestone screenings to match proposed elevations. In areas identified as soft, unstable, or heavily trafficked, the contractor shall install geogrid reinforcement and geotextile fabric to stabilize the subgrade and improve load distribution.

Turf reinforcement matting shall be installed in steep or high-use grass segments to provide additional erosion control and surface stability.

All work shall be completed in accordance with the plans and specifications, with care taken to minimize disturbance to adjacent areas and maintain trail accessibility where required. The contractor shall coordinate sequencing of work to ensure proper drainage is achieved at each location prior to final surface restoration.

These Special Provisions apply to the proposed work identified as FITCHIE CREEK FOREST PRESERVE TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS. In the event of conflict with any part of the standard specifications and requirements (see STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS below), CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with Forest Preserve District of Kane County (FPDKC) and/or PROJECT LOCAL SPONSER to determine governing specification.

Optional Pre-Bid Meeting: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM CST located at Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve: 39W933 Russell Rd. Elgin, IL 60124.

Project Completion Date shall be no later than September 1st, 2026.

This project is funded in part by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) through the Recreational Trails Program (RTP). The RTP is a federally supported program that provides funding assistance for the development and maintenance of public recreational trails and trail-related facilities. All work performed under this contract shall comply with applicable RTP requirements, IDNR guidelines, and all relevant federal and state regulations associated with this funding source.

PROJECT LIMITS

Project site shall be accessed via the northern parking lot, located at 39W933 Russell Road, Elgin, IL 60124. The project area is owned by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. CONTRACTOR shall locate and be familiar with all property boundaries and easements in the field.

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DEFINITION OF TERMS

The area to be included in this work shall not exceed the right-of-way, existing easements or property boundary unless a properly executed right-of-entry has been authorized by the owner of record. FPDKC shall have final determination of any limits in question.

The following Special Provisions supplement the Illinois Department of Transportation "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction", adopted April 1, 2016, the latest edition of the "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways", the "Manual of Test Procedures for Materials" in effect on the date of invitation for bids, and the "Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions" indicated on the Check Sheets included herein which apply to and govern the proposed improvement designated as FITCHIE CREEK FOREST PRESERVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS, and in case of conflict with any part or parts of said Specifications, the said Special Provisions shall take precedence and shall govern. The referenced IDOT Standard Specifications can be downloaded at no cost here:

https://public.powerdms.com/IDOT/documents/1945484/Supplemental%20Specifications%20an d%20Recurring%20Special%20Provisions%20-%202016

Terminology shall conform to Section 101 Definition of Terms of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Modify Article 101.14 as follows: Department shall refer to the FPDKC.

Modify Article 101.15 as follows: Standard Specifications. The Illinois Department of Transportation "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction", adopted April 1, 2016, and the "Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions" indicated on the Check Sheets included herein

Modify Article 101.16 as follows: Engineer. The Forest Preserve District of Kane County Landscape Architect – Planning & Land Protection or their authorized representative.

CONTROL OF WORK

Comply with Section 105 Control of Work of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Add the following to Article 105.03 Conformity with Contract: it is made explicitly clear that the Contractor shall be solely responsible for Quality Control (QC) as necessary to ensure all work is completed in conformance with the plans and specifications. The Contractor shall complete testing, measurements, or other methods acceptable to the Engineer. Provide written documentation of same to the Engineer demonstrating compliance with the plans and specifications. The Engineer will conduct spot checks, random tests, etc. for Quality Assurance (QA). Failure of the Engineer to bring the Contractor’s attention to non-conforming work does not relieve the Contractor of their responsibility to complete all work in conformance with the plans and specifications.

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CONTROL OF MATERIALS

Comply with Section 106 Control of Materials of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Add the following to Article 106.01 Source of Supply and Quality Requirements: it is made explicitly clear that the Contractor shall be solely responsible for Quality Control (QC) as necessary to ensure all materials are in conformance with the plans and specifications. The Contractor shall complete testing, obtain material certifications from suppliers, or other measures acceptable to the Engineer. Provide written documentation of same to the Engineer demonstrating compliance with the plans and specifications. The Engineer will conduct spot checks, random tests, etc. for Quality Assurance (QA). Failure of the Engineer to bring the Contractor’s attention to non-conforming material does not relieve the Contractor of their responsibility to complete all work in conformance with the plans and specifications.

LEGAL REGULATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY TO PUBLIC

Comply with Section 107 Legal Regulations and Responsibility to the Public of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

The Engineer will provide copies of all relevant permits, approvals, and/or applications to the Contractor after project award.

Add the following to the second paragraph of Article 107.20 Protection and Restoration of Property: The Contractor shall limit their activities, haul routes, temporary staging areas, and vehicular access throughout the site as shown on the plans or as approved by the Engineer. The Contractor shall plan their work to minimize on-site and off-site disturbances, and shall proactively manage noise, dust, vehicular traffic, and other disturbances to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

Add the following to Article 107.20: The Contractor shall maintain conveyance of all flows during construction of this project. When existing drainage facilities are disturbed, the Contractor shall provide and maintain temporary inlets, outlets, and connections for all private and public drains, sewers, culverts, and other drainage facilities. The Contractor shall provide facilities to take in all storm water which will be received by these drains and sewers, and discharge the same. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a pumping plant, if necessary, and a temporary outlet and be prepared at all times to dispose of water received from these temporary connections until such time that they are no longer necessary or permanent drainage facilities are in service.

Add the following to the last paragraph of Article 107.20: The cost of all materials and equipment required and all labor necessary to comply with the above Provisions will not be paid for separately, but shall be considered as included in the unit bid prices of the contract;

no additional compensation will be allowed.

Article 107.23 Protection of Streams, Lakes, Reservoirs, Natural Areas, Wetlands, Prairie Areas, Savannahs, and Endangered and Threatened Species.

In additional to the requirements of this Article, the Contractor’s attention is directed to the fact that this site contains numerous high-quality natural areas in various stages of restoration and management. The Contractor shall exercise extreme care and restrict their operations to the work areas depicted on the plans. Any damages to natural areas outside of work shown on the plans shall be repaired by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Engineer at no additional cost to the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.

Article 107.24 Forest Protection. In additional to the requirements of this Article, the Contractor’s attention is directed to the fact that this site contains, and is adjacent to, numerous high-quality forests in various stages of restoration and management. The Contractor shall exercise extreme care and restrict their operations to the work areas depicted on the plans. Any damages to forest areas outside of work shown on the plans shall be repaired by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Engineer at no additional cost to the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.

Article 107.26 Indemnification. In addition to the requirements of this Article, for any activity occurring on an easement or any other property not owned by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, the indemnification shall also be extended to the property owners and any tenants thereon.

Article 107.27 Insurance. Insurance requirements shall be as stipulated by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.

DEMOLITION AND DISPOSAL OF CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS

General: The Contractor shall complete all demolition as shown on the plans and as necessary for new construction. Work shall conform to Section 201 of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

The Contractor shall comply with all IEPA requirements regarding the certification and disposal of debris including general construction debris, demolition debris, uncontaminated soil, waste, and clean construction demolition debris.

Method of Measurement. Demolition and disposal of construction debris will not be measured for payment.

Basis of Payment. The cost of demolition and construction debris disposal will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

EXCAVATION

Description: This work shall conform to the requirements of Section 202 Earth and Rock Excavation of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Add the following to Article 202.02 Clearing, Tree Removal, and Protection of Existing Plant Material:

The Contractor’s attention is drawn to the fact that clearing within the limits of excavation is incidental to this work; clearing includes, but is not limited to, removal and disposal of all woody vegetation less than six inches (6”) diameter at breast height within the limits of earthwork.

Existing weeds shall be treated with herbicide prior to stripping topsoil. Refer to special provision for Weed Control, Non-Selective and Non-Residual.

Add the following to Article 202.03 Removal and Disposal of Surplus, Unstable, Unsuitable, and Organic Materials: The Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of all surplus material resulting from earthwork operations. Other than where specifically called for in the plans, there shall be no permanent fills placed within Regulatory Floodway or Floodplain, wetlands, or waters.

Modify Article 202.07 Method of Measurement as follows: Excavation will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 202.08 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work. The cost of off-site disposal of surplus material shall be included if required.

EMBANKMENT

Description: This work includes placement of soil or aggregate fill to raise the ground elevation.

All work shall conform to Section 205 Embankment of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Add the following to Article 205.03 Preparation of Existing Ground Surface: Embankment shall be constructed after Demolition has been completed. The Contractor’s attention is drawn to the fact that clearing within the limits of embankment is incidental to this work; clearing includes, but is not limited to, removal and disposal of all woody vegetation less than six inches (6”) diameter at breast height within the limits of embankment.

TOPSOIL

Description: This work includes stripping, storing, and re-spreading topsoil. Work shall conform to Section 211 Topsoil and Compost of the Standard Specifications.

Modify Article 211.07 Method of Measurement as follows: Topsoil will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 211.08 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

FINE GRADING

Description: Work includes fine grading prior to aggregate base installation, and fine grading of landscape areas. Work shall conform to Section 212 Final Shaping, Trimming, and Finishing and Section 480 Earth Shoulders and Medians of the Standard Specifications.

Replace Article 212.02 Grading Sections with the following: The finished surface of sub-grade shall not vary from the lines, grades, and cross sections shown on the plans by more than one-tenth of a foot (0.1’). The finished surface of topsoil in landscape areas shall not vary from the lines, grades, and cross sections shown on the plans by more than one-tenth of a foot (0.1’).

Replace Article 212.05 Finishing with the following: All unsuitable material, debris, and rubbish, resulting from construction operations, or occurring within the limits of construction, and all stones or boulders more than two inches (2”) in the largest dimension, shall be removed from the project site and properly disposed of. Hand labor may be required in addition to mechanical equipment to achieve the lines, grades, and cross sections shown on the plans.

The Contractor shall blend proposed lines, grades, and cross section into existing grades as necessary to create smooth transitions. Abrupt changes due to cuts and/or fills must be smoothed out to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The Engineer reserves the right to make minor field adjustments to the lines, grades, and cross sections shown on the plans at no additional cost.

Modify Article 212.06 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

SEEDING

Description: This work consists of seed bed preparation, and furnishing and planting seed. All work shall conform to Section 250 of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Modify Article 250.04 Fertilizer and Agricultural Ground Limestone Application as follows: Agricultural ground limestone is not required.

Add the following to Article 250.05 Seed Bed Preparation: All areas to be seeded shall be worked to eliminate crusting, glazing, and compaction to create a seedbed suitable for germination and growth of vegetation. Existing herbaceous weeds, and woody weeds including, but not limited to, buckthorn (Rhamnus spp.) and sandbar willow (Salix interior) less than six inches (6”) diameter at breast height, debris, gravel, and other foreign matter shall be removed and properly disposed of by the Contractor. Existing herbaceous and woody weeds within areas to be seeded shall be treated with herbicide prior to seeding. Refer to special provision Weed Control, Non-Selective and Non-Residual.

Add the following to Article 250.07 Seeding Mixtures: Seed mixtures shall be as noted: IDOT Class 1 Lawn Mixture.

Neither soil preparation nor seeding shall be conducted when the ground is inundated, snow is present, or the ground is frozen or otherwise unworkable, as determined solely by the Engineer.

Omit Article 250.08 Selective Mowing Stakes. Selective mowing stakes will not be required.

Modify Article 250.09 Method of Measurement as follows: Seeding will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 250.10 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

EROSION CONTROL BLANKET

Description: This work consists of furnishing and installing rolled erosion control products in areas of Seeding. All work shall conform to the requirements of Section 251 Mulch of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Modify Article 251.02 Materials as follows: Erosion control blanket shall be 100% biodegradable double net straw blanket such as S75BN by North American Green or approved equal. Turf reinforcement mat shall be 70% straw and 30% coconut fiber incorporated into a 3-dimensional UV stabilized permanent matrix such as SC250 by North American Green or approved equal.

Modify Article 251.04 Erosion Control Blanket as follows: Only materials meeting the requirements of this section and approved by the Engineer shall be used. Install erosion control blanket on the same day seed is planted. Follow all of manufacturer’s directions including staple pattern and density, keying in, and other requirements for successful application. Re-secure or replace any erosion control blanket that becomes displaced prior to final acceptance.

Modify Article 251.05 Turn Reinforcement Mat (TRM) as follows: Only materials meeting the requirements of this section and approved by the Engineer shall be used. Install turf reinforcement mat on the same day seed is planted. Follow all of manufacturer’s directions including staple pattern and density, keying in, and other requirements for successful application. Re-secure or replace any turf reinforcement mat that becomes displaced prior to final acceptance.

Modify Article 251.06 Method of Measurement as follows: Erosion control blanket and turf reinforcement mat will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 251.07 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

TEMPORARY SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

Description: The Contractor shall provide temporary soil erosion and sediment control measures during construction to prevent water pollution. Work shall conform to Section 280 Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Modify Article 280.04 Temporary Erosion Control Systems: The Contractor shall be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining temporary erosion control systems based upon their means and methods of construction. The temporary erosion control systems shall at all times comply with the project’s 404, NPDES, and SMO permits, and all other regulatory approvals.

Temporary erosion control systems shall conform to the minimum requirements of the Illinois

Urban Manual and SMO.

Modify Article 280.07 Method of Measurement as follows: Temporary soil erosion and sediment control will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 280.08 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

RIP-RAP

Description: This work consists of installing rock riprap and geotextile fabric. Work shall conform to Section 281 Riprap of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Modify Article 281.02 Materials as follows: Only stone riprap will be accepted.

Add the following to Article 281.04 Placing: Filter fabric will be required under all stone riprap gradations.

Modify Article 281.06 Method of Measurement as follows: Riprap will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 281.07 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included

SUBGRADE PREPARATION

Description: This work consists of preparing the completed or existing earthwork prior to placement of aggregate base course. Work shall conform to Section 301 Subgrade Preparation of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Add the following to Section 301.04 Subgrade Compaction and Stability: Subgrade preparation shall be performed after the completion of earthwork at all locations which will receive trails, pavement or structural improvements in preparation for the placement of aggregate base material. When proof rolling reveals additional unstable areas, undercut excavation shall be undertaken only as approved and directed by the Engineer. All excess excavated and spoil materials shall be removed from the site unless otherwise approved by the Engineer.

Subgrade preparation shall include final grading to within 0.1-foot of required subgrade elevations, shaping, disking, aerating, sheepsfoot rolling, vibratory rolling, compacting, proof rolling and testing as required. Areas proposed for trails and pavement shall be compacted to a minimum ninety-five percent (95%) of maximum density based on a Standard Proctor (ASTM D-698). Any areas that are inaccessible to a roller shall be compacted either by other mechanical means or using a hand tamper meeting the approval of the Engineer. The Contractor shall proof roll the finished subgrade with the Engineer present.

When proof rolling reveals unstable soil conditions, the Contractor shall undertake remedialaction. If soil moisture is excessive, the material shall be aerated and compacted again and retested. If, in the opinion of the Engineer, a more significant remedy is required, the Contractor shall perform additional work, such as removal of unsuitable materials, placement of geotextile fabrics and/or soil replacement, with an approved suitable material.

Test rolling of subgrades shall be performed in the presence of the Engineer. When test rolling reveals unsuitable or unstable soils, the Engineer shall determine the most appropriate remedy and direct the Contractor accordingly. Test rolling equipment shall conform to the following description:

1. Tandem axle, dual wheel dump truck.

2. Tire pressure shall be no less than ninety percent (90%) of manufacturer’s recommended maximum inflation.

3. Minimum gross weight of loaded truck shall be 60,000 pounds.

4. Provide weigh slip to the Engineer.

Perform test rolling procedure as follows:

1. Operate equipment at a rate not to exceed three (3) mph to five (5) mph or a comfortable walking pace.

2. Adjust speed to allow the Engineer to measure any deflections and areas of rutting.

3. Operate test rolling equipment in a pattern so that affected areas are loaded with at least one (1) pass.

4. After test rolling, check subgrade for conformance to drawings, and correct any surface irregularities. Re-shape subgrade within tolerances specified.

Test Rolling Evaluation:

1. Rutting up to one inch (1″) is acceptable.

2. Rutting in excess of one inch (1″) but not more than six inches (6″) shall be considered a failure and shall require reworking soil and compaction to required density.

3. Deflection (pumping) up to one inch (1″) is acceptable.

4. Deflection in excess of one inch (1″) but not more than two inches (2″) shall be acceptable if there is not substantial cracking or lateral movement of soil.

5. Deflection in excess of two inches (2″) but not more than six inches (6″) shall be considered a failure and shall require reworking soil and compaction to required density.

6. Rutting and deflection in excess of six inches (6″) will require review and recommendation for corrective action by the Engineer.

7. After remedial work is performed, a final test roll shall be performed upon completion of work.

8. If remedial work is performed as directed, a second test roll may be waived at discretion of the Engineer.

When performing Sub-grade Preparation, if it is determined that the material composition is acceptable and excessive moisture has rendered the material unstable, the Contractor shall perform air drying techniques as per Article 301.04 before consideration of removal of the material.

Modify Article 301.11 Method of Measurement as follows: Subgrade preparation will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 301.12 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

Description: This work includes placing and compacting an aggregate base course. Work shall conform to Section 351 Aggregate Base Course of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Modify Article 351.11 Method of Measurement as follows: Aggregate base course will not be measured for payment.

Modify Article 351.12 Basis of Payment as follows: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

MOBILIZATION

Mobilization shall conform to Section 671 Mobilization of the Standard Specifications except as modified herein.

Revise Article 671.02 Basis of Payment to read: This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PROTECTION

Description: Traffic control and protection shall be in accordance with this Special Provision; Section 701 Work Zone Traffic Control and Protection of the Standard Specifications;

the “Illinois Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways;” any special details contained in the plans or referenced Highway Standards; and LOCAL ROADS AND STREETS RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS check sheet LRS3 Special Provision for Work Zone Traffic Control Surveillance.

Special attention is called to Article 107.09 and the following Highway Standards.

701001 Off-Road Operations, 2L, 2W, More Than 15 ft Away From EOP 701006 Off-Road Operations, 2L, 2W, 15’ to 24” From Pavement Edge 701801 Sidewalk, Corner or Crosswalk Closure 701901 Traffic Control Devices

The Contractor is hereby notified that this site may remain open to the public during construction. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for protecting the public from the Contractor’s construction activities until final completion. The furnishing, placing, and removal of any temporary barrier, warning device, and/or signage necessary to protect public health, safety, and welfare from construction shall be included in the contract unit price for Traffic Control and Protection whether or not show on the plans or otherwise specified.

The cost of supplying, erecting, and maintaining barricades, warning lights, and signs shall be included in the contract price for Traffic Control and Protection.

Method of Measurement. Traffic control and protection will not be measured for payment.

Basis of Payment. This work will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the various items of work.

GEOGRID/GEOCELL STABILIZATION

Description: Geogrid material , also referred to as ‘Geocell’, shall be ‘Agtec Geocell Ground Paver – 2 inch’ or approved equal. A 3 - 4.5 oz. non-woven geotextile fabric shall be used underneath the geocell.

Geocell and geotextile shall sit directly on top of stone base, CA-6. Cells shall be infilled with salvaged surface material taken from existing trail, and topped with a new 1” surface layer of FA-21 limestone screenings.

TRAIL SURFACE REMOVAL AND REPAIR (3 INCH)

Description: This work shall consist of removing and stockpiling the upper 3 inches of existing trail surface, regrading and compacting the underlying material, and placing and compacting salvaged aggregate surface material to restore proper grade, drainage, and riding/walking surface.

A new 1” surface course of FA-21 limestone screenings shall be placed and compacted.

Work shall be performed at locations shown on the plans or as directed by the Landscape Architect.

TRAIL SURFACE REMOVAL AND REPAIR (FULL DEPTH)

Description: This work shall consist of removing and stockpiling the full depth of existing trail surface, regrading and compacting the underlying material, and placing and compacting salvaged aggregate surface material to restore proper grade, drainage, and riding/walking surface.

A new 1” surface course of FA-21 limestone screenings shall be placed and compacted.

Work shall be performed at locations shown on the plans or as directed by the Landscape Architect.

INDEX FOR SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS AND RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS

Adopted January 1, 2022 This index contains a listing of SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS, frequently used RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS, and LOCAL ROADS AND STREETS RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS.

SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

None

RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS

The following RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS indicated by an “X” are applicable to this contract and are included by reference:

CHECK SHEET # PAGE NO.

1 Additional State Requirements for Federal-Aid Construction Contracts ……………………. 1 2 Subletting of Contracts (Federal-Aid Contracts)

3 EEO

4 Specific EEO Responsibilities Non-Federal-Aid Contracts 5 Required Provisions - State Contracts 6 Asbestos Bearing Pad Removal 7 Asbestos Waterproofing Membrane and Asbestos HMA Surface Removal 8 Temporary Stream Crossings and In-Stream Work Pads 9X Construction Layout Stakes 10 Use of Geotextile Fabric for Railroad Crossing 11 Sub-sealing of Concrete Pavements 12 Hot-Mix Asphalt Surface Correction 13 Pavement and Shoulder Resurfacing 14 Patching with Hot-Mix Asphalt Overlay Removal 15 Polymer Concrete 16 PVC Pipeliner 17 Bicycle Racks 18 Temporary Portable Bridge Traffic Signals 19 Nighttime Inspection of Roadway Lighting 20 English Substitution of Metric Bolts 21 Calcium Chloride Accelerator for Portland Cement Concrete 22 Quality Control of Concrete Mixtures at the Plant 23 Quality Control/Quality Assurance of Concrete Mixtures 24 Digital Terrain Modeling for Earthwork Calculations 25 Preventive Maintenance – Bituminous Surface Treatment (A-1) 26 Temporary Raised Pavement Markers 27 Restoring Bridge Approach Pavements Using High-Density Foam 28 Portland Cement Concrete Inlay or Overlay 29 Portland Cement Concrete Partial Depth Hot-Mix Asphalt Patching 30 Longitudinal Joint and Crack Patching 31 Concrete Mix Design – Department Provided 32 Station Numbers in Pavements or Overlays

LOCAL ROADS AND STREETS RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS - Table of Contents The following LOCAL ROADS AND STREETS RECURRING SPECIAL PROVISIONS indicated by an “X” are applicable to this contract and are included by reference:

CHECK SHEET # PAGE NO.

LRS1 Reserved………………………………………………………………………………………….……………….…101 LRS2 Furnished Excavation………………………………………………………………………….…………….…102 LRS3X Work Zone Traffic Control Surveillance……………………………………………………….……103 LRS4 Flaggers in Work Zones……………………………………………………………………………………….104 LRS5 Contract Claims ……………………………………………………………………………….………………….105 LRS6 Bidding Requirements and Conditions for Contract Proposals…………….………………106 LRS7 Bidding Requirements and Conditions for Material Proposals…………….………………112 LRS8 Reserved…………………………………………………………………………………………….……………….118 LRS9 Bituminous Surface Treatments …………………………………………………….…………………..119 LRS10 Reserved……………………………………………………………………………………….…………………….123 LRS11 Employment Practices……………………………………………………………….………………………..124 LRS12 Wages of Employees on Public Works…………………………...……………………………………126 LRS13 Selection of Labor……………………………………………………………………………………………….128 LRS14 Paving Brick and Concrete Paver Pavements and Sidewalks………………………..……..129 LRS15 Partial Payments……………………………………………………………………………….…..……………132 LRS16 Protests on Local Lettings……………………………………………………………..………….………..133 LRS17 Substance Abuse Prevention Program………………………………………………………………..134 LRS18 Multigrade Cold Mix Asphalt…………………………………………………..….………………………135 LRS19 Reflective Crack Control Treatment……………………………………..…….….……………………136

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GENERAL NOTES AND CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

1. The "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction", State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, adopted April 1, 2016; "Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions" adopted January 1, 2019; "Stormwater Management Ordinance", Kane County, revision June 1, 2019; "Standard Specifications", City of Aurora; Special Provisions and revisions thereto, and these improvement plans and details shall govern applicable portions of this project.

2. The Contractor shall obtain, erect, maintain and remove all signs, barricades, flagmen and other control devices as may be necessary for the purpose of regulating, warning or guiding traffic. Placement and maintenance of all traffic control devices shall be in accordance with the applicable parts of Article 1106 of the Standard Specifications and the "Standard Specifications for Traffic Control Items".

3. Location of utilities shown on plans are approximate only, and are not necessarily complete. Contractor shall make their own investigations as to location of all existing underground structures, cables and pipe lines.

4. If existing utility lines of any nature are encountered which conflict in location with new construction, the Contractor shall notify the Engineer and Owner so that the conflict may be resolved.

5. The Contractor shall notify J.U.L.1.E. (1-800-892-0123) at least ten days prior to construction so that each utility company can stake out any underground improvements that they may have which might interfere with the proposed construction.

6. The Contractor shall be required to make arrangements for the proper bracing, shoring and other required protection of all roadways, structures, poles, cables and pipe lines, before construction begins. They shall be responsible for any damage to the streets or roadways and associated structures and shall make repairs as necessary to the satisfaction of the Engineer and Owner at their own expense.

7. The Contractor shall be responsible for the protection of all private and public utilities even though they may not be shown on the plans. Any utility that is damaged during construction shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Engineer and Owner by the Contractor at their own expense.

8. The Contractor shall examine all plans and specifications, visit the site of the work and inform themselves fully with the work involved, general and local conditions, all Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations and all other pertinent items which may affect the cost and time of completion of this project before submitting a proposal. The Contractor shall notify the Owner and Engineer should any discrepancy be found between the conditions shown on the plans and actual site conditions.

9. All work and materials shall be in accordance with code requirements.

10. Permits and licenses of a temporary nature necessary for the prosecution of the work shall be secured and paid for by the Contractor.

11. Prior to submitting their bid, the Contractor shall call the attention of the Engineer or Owner to any material or equipment they deem inadequate and to any item of work omitted.

12. The Contractor shall restore any area disturbed outside the construction site to a condition equal to or better than its original use. This shall include finish grading, establishment of a vegetative cover (seeding or sod), general cleanup and pavement replacement.

13. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing safe and healthful working conditions throughout the construction of the proposed improvements.

14. The Contractor shall provide a written work schedule, and shall update said schedule as required. A minimum twenty-four (24) hour notice shall be given for any item that requires approval or inspection.

15. All lot irons damaged or removed during construction of this project shall be replaced by a licensed Surveyor and said cost of replacement shall be paid by the Contractor.

16. Before acceptance by the Owner and final payment, all work shall be inspected and approved by the Engineer and Owner. Final payments shall be made after all of the Contractor's work has been approved and accepted.

17. The Contractor will have in their possession on the job site a copy of the plans and specifications during construction.

18. If any approved equal items are required the Contractor shall contact the Engineer for approval.

19. As-built drawings shall be prepared by the Contractor and submitted to the Engineer as soon as the site improvements are completed. Any change in length, location or alignment shall be shown in red. Final payments will not be issued until satisfactory as-built plans have been submitted.

20. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating any required inspections with the Owner, Engineer, and other Agencies.

21. Special attention is drawn to the fact that Article 105.06 of the standard specifications requires the Contractor to have a competent superintendent on the project site at all times, irrespective of the amount of work sublet. The superintendent shall be capable of reading and understanding the plans and specifications, shall have full authority to execute orders to expedite the project, shall be responsible for scheduling and have control of all work as the agent of the Contractor. Failure to comply with this provision will result in a suspension of work as provided in Article 108.07.

22. The Engineer and Owner are not responsible for the construction means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures, time of performance, programs or for any safety precautions used by the Contractor. The Contractor is solely responsible for execution of their work in accordance with the contract documents and specifications.

EARTHWORK AND GRADING CONSTRUCTION

All work done under this heading will be done in accordance with applicable provisions of the "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction", State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, adopted April 1, 2016; "Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions" adopted January 1, 2019; Special Provisions and revisions thereto, and these improvement plans and details shall govern applicable portions of this project.

1. Work under this section shall include, but not be limited to, the following;

a. Clearing and removal of all undesirable vegetative growth within the construction area except as noted otherwise on the plans.

b. Removing unsuitable materials as specified from parking, roadway, building and other designated areas.

c. Clay cut and clay fill with compaction within parking, roadway, building and other designated areas.

d. Excavation and grading of the entire site per plan, including construction of berms, swales, etc., as shown on these plans.

e. Placement and construction of structural and non-structural fills.

f. If required, removal from site and disposal of any excess or unsuitable material upon completion of mass grading.

g. Movement and compaction of spoil material from the construction of underground utilities.

h. Final shaping and trimming to the lines, grades and cross-sections shown in these plans, and topsoil placement to design finish grade elevations.

i. Soil erosion control measures in accordance with the applicable specifications and county requirements.

2. Silt fence and other soil erosion and sediment control measures, as shown in the construction plans, shall be erected prior to mass earthwork.

3. It is the Contractor's responsibility to determine all material quantities and apprise themselves of all site conditions. No claims for extra work will be recognized unless ordered in writing by the Owner.

4. The grading operations are to be closely supervised and inspected, particularly during the removal of unsuitable material and the construction of embankments, by the Engineer.

5. The grading and construction of the site improvements shall not cause ponding of stormwater except as noted on the plans. All areas adjacent to these improvements shall be graded to allow positive drainage.

6. The proposed grading elevations shown on the plans are finish grade. A minimum of six inches (6") of topsoil is to be placed before finish grade elevations are achieved, except where noted otherwise.

7. All incidental disturbance areas to be sodded or seeded with IDOT Class 1 (lawn mixture) seed mixture, unless otherwise directed by Owner and Engineer.

8. Erosion control blanket, where required, shall be North American Green S75BN erosion control blanket, or approved equal, unless noted otherwise.

9. Turf Reinforcement Mat, where required, shall be North American Green SC250 turf reinforcement mat, or approved equal, unless noted otherwise.

10. Earthwork quantities are intended to balance on-site without need for import or export of earthen materials. The Contractor shall notify the Owner and/or Engineer immediately if they determine the quantities will not balance according to the grading as shown within these plans. Properly compacted topsoil may be used for fill in unpaved areas. A borrow pit may be utilized to obtain suitable fill material for under paved surfaces, if needed, and the pit shall be backfilled with topsoil.

STORM DRAIN CONSTRUCTION

1. All storm drain construction shall be in accordance with the "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction", State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, adopted April 1, 2016; "Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions" adopted January 1, 2019; Special Provisions and revisions thereto, and the notes in the plan.

2. All storm sewers shall be Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP) ASTM designation C-76 and C-14, Class Ill and IV with bell and spigot or tongue and groove ends utilizing cement mortar or mastic compound joints as designated on the plans and in the proposal unless shown otherwise or approved equal.

3. Existing field tile encountered at an elevation above the proposed drainage system shall be connected to the drainage system by a method approved by the Engineer.

The cost of this work shall be considered incidental to the cost of construction.

4. Existing field tile encountered at an elevation below the proposed drainage system shall be replaced by a method approved by the Engineer. (The usual method will be to sleeve the field tile with rigid pipe and bed the sleeve.) The cost of this work shall be considered incidental to the cost of construction.

5. All flared end sections (FES) shall receive standard grating for concrete flared end sections per IDOT specifications.

6. All trenches caused by the construction of sewers, service sewers, and the excavation around catch basins, manholes, inlets and other appurtenances which occur within the limits of existing or proposed pavements, sidewalks and curb and gutters or where the edge of the trench shall be within two feet (2') of said improvements shall be backfilled with approved suitable trench backfill and properly compacted. The cost for granular trench backfill shall be considered as incidental and shall be included in the contract unit price for the pipe.

7. "Band-Seal" or similar couplings shall be used when joining sewer pipes of dissimilar materials.

SEDIMENTATION AND EROSION CONTROL NOTES

All soil erosion and sedimentation control measures shall be in accordance with the "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction", State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, adopted April 1, 2016, and the Kane County Stormwater Management Ordinance, revision date June 1, 2019. Unless otherwise indicated, all vegetative and structural erosion and sediment control practices will be constructed according to minimum standards and specifications in the Illinois Urban Manual revised June 2013.

1. Soil disturbance shall be conducted in such a manner as to minimize erosion. Soil stabilization measures shall consider the time of year, site conditions and the use of temporary or permanent measures.

2. Soil erosion and sediment control features shall be constructed prior to the commencement of upland disturbance.

3. Temporary soil stabilization shall be applied to disturbed areas within 14 calendar days of the end of the active hydrologic disturbance. Permanent stabilization shall be completed within 7 days after completion of final grading of the soil. In areas where work has temporarily ceased for 21 days or more, temporary stabilization shall occur within 14 days after work has ceased.

4. All storm sewer facilities that are or will be functioning during construction shall be protected, filtered or otherwise treated to remove sediment.

5. All temporary erosion and sediment control measures shall be removed within 30 days after final site stabilization is achieved or after temporary measures are no longer needed. Trapped sediment and other disturbed soil areas shall be permanently stabilized.

6. All temporary and permanent erosion control measures must be maintained and repaired as needed. The general contractor will be responsible for inspection and repair during construction. The owner will be responsible if erosion control is required after the contractor has completed the project.

7. The erosion control measures indicated on the plans are the minimum requirements. Additional measures may be required as directed by the engineer or governing agency.

8. All erosion control measures must be inspected weekly and after each 0.5" rain event.

9. Stockpiles of soil and other building materials to remain in place more than three

(3) days shall be furnished with erosion and sediment control measures (i.e.

perimeter silt fence). Stockpiles to remain in place for 30 days or more shall receive temporary seeding.

10. All adjacent streets must be kept clear of debris, inspected daily, and cleaned when necessary.

11. The Kane-DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District (KDSWCD) must be notified one week prior to the pre-construction conference, one week prior to the commencement of land disturbing activities, and one week prior to the final inspection.

12. A copy of the approved erosion and sediment control plan shall be maintained on the site at all times.

13. Prior to commencing land-disturbing activities in areas other than indicated on these plans (including but not limited to, additional phases of development and off-site borrow or waste areas) a supplementary erosion control plan shall be submitted to the owner for review by the KDSWCD and the City of Aurora.

14. The contractor is responsible for installation of any additional erosion control measures necessary to prevent erosion and sedimentation as determined by the

KDSWCD.

15. Any sideslope disturbance due to excavation activities will require the installation of erosion control blanket.

16. During dewatering operations, water will be pumped into sediment basins or silt traps. Dewatering directly into field tiles, stormwater structures, Lake Patterson, or wetlands is prohibited.

17. It is the responsibility of the…