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CONSTRUCT OVERFLOW PARKING LOT

AND STORAGE AREA

AT

USCG AIRSTATION CORPUS CHRISTI

CORPUS CHRISTI

TEXAS

PROJECT No. 9705879

MARCH 2018

COMMANDING OFFICER, CIVIL ENGINEERING UNIT MIAMI

15608 S.W. 117TH AVENUE

MIAMI, FLORIDA

33177

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION SECTION TITLE

1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 General Requirements

01 32 01 Progress Schedule 01 33 00 Submittals Procedures

EARTHWORK

31 11 00 Clearing and Grubbing

32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 11 16 Base Course 32 12 10 Bituminous Tack and Prime Coats 32 12 16 Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA) for Roads 32 17 23.0020 Pavement Markings 32 31 12 Chain Link Fences and Gates

CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL INFORMATION IN THE FIELD

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DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00 – Page 1

SECTION 01 11 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Furnish all labor, tools, equipment and materials to complete the following work at the U.S. Coast Guard Airstation Corpus Christi. The work includes the construction of an asphalt parking lot approximately 1 acre, fencing, gates, striping, and all required demolition, excavation, backfill and compaction for a complete job as shown on the Civil drawings and specified herein.

1.2 PROJECT PERFORMANCE TIME

After work begins at the site, the Contractor shall work continuously during normal working hours and show daily progress until all work is complete. The total contract performance period for the construction of the work shall be 60 calendar days, which includes the time needed to approve all material submittals.

1.3 LOCATION: The work shall be located at:

U.S. Coast Guard Airstation Corpus Christi 249 Glasson Dr.

Corpus Christi, TX 78406 Telephone: 361-939-0284

1.4 INSPECTION PRIOR TO BID: Prospective bidders are encouraged to visit the site to familiarize themselves with the existing conditions. Arrangements for visiting the site may be made by contacting:

Facilities Engineer U.S. Coast Guard Airstation Corpus Christi 249 Glasson Dr.

Corpus Christi, TX 78406 Telephone: 361-939-0284

1.5 DRAWINGS ACCOMPANYING SPECIFICATIONS: Drawings to be used with these specifications shall consist of U.S. Coast Guard Drawing No. M2273-D, 4 sheets. Drawings are the property of the Government and shall not be used for any purpose other than those contemplated by the specifications.

1.6 SAFETY PROGRAM

1.6.1 General

The Contractor is wholly responsible for work site safety. The Contractor shall implement a safety program that protects the lives and health of personnel in the construction area, prevents damage to property and avoids work interruptions. The Contractor shall provide appropriate safety measures including but not limited to barricades, signs and signal lights as well as complying with the requirements of all applicable Federal, State and Local safety laws, rules and regulations.

1.6.2 Compliance

The Contractor is specifically required to comply with the requirements of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers "Safety and Health Requirements Manual" (EM 385-1-1, latest version available) and the "Accident Prevention" clause (FAR 52.236-13). Once accepted, this safety plan shall become part of the contract requirements. Note: This review/acceptance does not in any way relinquish the Contractor from

SECTION 01 11 00 – Page 2 responsibility for work site safety nor the obligation to comply with the OSHA regulations found in 29 CFR 1910 & 1926 or any other State or Local safety law, rule or regulation applicable to the contract work. The Coast Guard will cooperate fully with the Department of Labor (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in their enforcement of OSHA regulations.

1.6.3 Safety Plan

The Contractor shall submit a written safety plan within seven (7) calendar days following contract award.

At a minimum, this plan shall describe the Contractor's general safety program and identify specific safety provisions for hazards incidental to the contract work such as elevated working surfaces, working over water, working from floating work platforms, overhead crane operations or similar conditions of the work. This Safety Plan shall be approved prior to commencing any work on site."

1.7 PERMITS

Timely acquisition of all necessary construction related permits including but not limited to pollution control plan shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for identifying and obtaining all required permits per the City of Corpus Christi. The FAA requires Aeronautical Studies FAA Form 7460-1 for any New Construction and or Alteration. The contractor is responsible for preparing all permit applications and to pay all permit application fees and associated costs as part of this contract, including the time for processing.

The contractor’s key personnel to include project managers and field superintendents shall read, understand, and ensure compliance with all permit conditions. All required permits shall be in place prior to beginning any site work.

1.8 AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES: No utilities will be made available to the Contractor.

The Contractor shall pay all costs incurred in connecting, converting, and transferring any utilities needed to the work site. The Contractor shall be responsible for making connections including backflow preventers, transformers and for disconnections. The Contractor shall provide temporary toilet facilities for his personnel. Coast Guard facilities will not be available to Contractor personnel.

1.9 UNDERGROUND AND CONCEALED UTILITIES: The utility locations shown on the drawing may not be exact. Notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and the cognizant utility companies at least 3 working days before excavating. Mark the excavation route and intersecting utilities.

The Contracting Officer and utility company representatives will review the Contractor’s layout and notify the contractor if any known utilities have been left unmarked. Handwork shall be employed for soil removal around all buried utilities. Buried utilities located within the area to be excavated shall be shored up to prevent sagging, bending, breakage, and other damage.

1.10 UTILTIY OUTAGES: Before interrupting or shutting down any utility, make a request for the interruption to the COR at least 2 working days before the anticipated interruption. Identify the utility, reason for interruption, proposed time of interruption, and duration of interruption. Do not interrupt utilities until authorized by COR.

1.11 WORK COORDINATION: The Contractor shall closely coordinate all work with COR in order to reduce disturbances to personnel and operations to a minimum.

1.12 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES: The Contractor will be working on a Coast Guard operational military installation. Become familiar with and obey Station fire, traffic, and security regulations. Personnel shall not stray from the immediate area of work or direct avenues of ingress and egress unless authorized in advance by the COR.

1.13 STORAGE AREA: The Contractor will be provided a lay down area in a location determined by the COR. The Contractor shall be responsible for restoring the area to its original condition at the

SECTION 01 11 00 – Page 3 completion of the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for repair of any damage incurred to buildings or pavement as a result of storage activities.

1.14 CLEANUP: The Contractor shall keep the work area, including storage area, free from accumulations of waste materials on a daily basis and comply with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the storage, transport and disposal of wastes. The Contractor shall not use Coast Guard waste disposal facilities including garbage cans, trash piles or dumpsters.

1.15 STORM PROTECTION: Should warnings of winds of gale force or stronger be issued, the Contractor shall take every practicable precaution to minimize danger to person, the work, and to adjacent property. Precautions shall include, but not be limited to, closing all openings, removing all loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations, and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work.

1.16 RECEIPT OF MATERIALS: Shipment of equipment, materials, and supplies shall be addressed to the Contractor – not the Government. The Contractor must be on hand to accept shipments; the Government will not accept shipments.

1.17 DELIVERY AND STORAGE: Equipment and materials shall be carefully handled, properly stored, and adequately protected to prevent damage before and during installation, in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and as approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

Damaged or defective items shall be replaced. The Contracting Officer’s Representative shall designate location of storage and staging area. The contractor will be responsible for security of all materials and equipment.

1.18 SECURITY:

1.18.1 The Contractor shall provide the COR with a list of names of all personnel who will be working on the site 72 hours in advance. The Contractor may submit a revised list at any time during the project.

Only personnel on the approved listing will be allowed on the site.

1.18.2 All personnel shall carry proper identification (ID) when on site. Proper ID is defined as government issued ID. Company issued ID is not acceptable. The identification must be laminated, and show a facial picture of the individual. Individuals without proper ID will be escorted off the military installations premises.

1.19 RECORD DRAWINGS: The contractor shall maintain at the job site two sets of full size contract drawings marked to show any deviations which have been made from the contract drawings, including buried or concealed construction and utility features which are revealed during the course of construction.

These drawings shall be available for review by the COR at all times. The COR must approve and sign the Project Record Documents prior to final submittal to the Contracting Officer. Request for final payment will not be approved until the marked prints are delivered to the Contracting Officer.

1.20 FINAL INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE: When the work is complete and ready for final inspection, submit a written request for final inspection to the Contracting Officer. Such requests shall be submitted a minimum of ten (10) working says prior to the requested inspection date. All submittals must be complete and approved prior to such requests.

1.21 FIELD TESTS: Notify the COR at least 2 working days in advance of the dates and times scheduled for all field tests.

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SECTION 01 32 00

PROGRESS SCHEDULE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 Prepare a horizontal bar graph progress schedule using a time scale. The project should be divided and subdivided into a sufficient number of work activities that can accurately graphically display the work sequence, activity duration, interplay of activities, and dollar value of each activity. The schedule shall also have a progress curve plotted over the bar chart which shall indicate percentage of completion against time.

1.2 RESPONSIBILITY: The Contractor is responsible for executing the work within the time stated in the contract.

1.3 SUBMITTALS:

1.3.1 Submit final progress schedule no later than 5 calendar days after receiving the Notice To Proceed (NTP). A draft schedule is to be submitted before the preconstruction conference with time periods shown but without dates of NTP and completion shown. Once a NTP date is agreed upon at the preconstruction conference, the dates are to be filled in. By having the draft schedule at the preconstruction conference, the Contracting Officer and Contractor can discuss any apparent inconsistencies or omissions, and approval can be expedited.

1.3.2 Submit updated progress schedule every month along with the request for payment.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PROGRESS SCHEDULE: Progress schedule shall have project name, location, contract number, and company name. The final progress schedule, with the NTP and completion dates filled in, shall be signed.

2.1.1 At the left side of the form, list in columns.

a. Activity Number and Description - At a minimum, break down the project into 10 activities.

If enough detail is given on the progress schedule, then the activity breakdown may be done at the Contracting Officer's discretion. Activities can be of various origins (i.e. by specification section, by logical sequence of work, by breakdown used for bid estimates, etc.).

b. Specification Section Reference - This is optional. Use only if the breakdown of activities directly correlates with the specification sections.

c. The Activities Percentage (i.e. 50%) or Weight (i.e..5) of the entire contract based on Dollar Value - the cumulative percentage should add up to 100 percent.

d. Estimated Value of the Activity - Profit and overhead should be distributed throughout activities or listed as a separate line item and distributed over the entire length of the project. The total values should add to the contract amount.

2.1.2 Establish the time schedule across the top of the sheet for the entire project duration. Divide the project into months, weeks, or days depending on the length of the project and an appropriate time scale.

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2.1.3 Lay out a bar graph opposite each activity, corresponding to the schedule start date and extended for the scheduled duration of the activity. Indicate the percentage of the activity which you intend to complete each week above or below each bar.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 UPDATING SCHEDULE: Update and submit progress schedule every week showing actual progress. Updated progress schedules shall include the original information and an updated actual progress curve using a broken line.

3.2 DELAYS: If the Contractor knows or has reason to believe that the delivery of any material or equipment, the shortage of qualified labor, delays caused by others, or the occurrence of any other difficulty may cause delay in executing the work as scheduled. He shall notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, within 3 calendar days.

3.3 SAMPLE PROGRESS CONSTRUCTION CHART: A sample progress chart is shown on the following page. This should only be used as a guide. It displays the "type" of information that should be included.

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SECTION 01 33 00

SUBMITTALS PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS REQUIRED

Items to be submitted are specified in each applicable Section of this specification. Submittals shall be approved before procurement, fabrication, or delivery of items to the job site. Partial submittals will not be acceptable and will be returned without review. Submittals shall include the manufacturer's name, trade name, catalog model or number, nameplate data, size, layout dimensions, capacity, project specification and paragraph reference, applicable Federal, Military, industry and technical society publication references, and other information necessary to establish contract compliance of each item the Contractor proposes to furnish. Failure to furnish required submittals can be cause for rejection of the material. Approval of submittals shall not relieve the contractor his obligation to comply with the contract specifications and drawings.

1.2 TIMING OF SUBMITTALS

Submittals will be reviewed by the Contracting Officer and returned to the Contractor within 10 working days after receipt by the Contracting Officer.

1.3 DEFINITION

Contractor shall review individual sections for special submittal requirements and applicable publications relating to submittals, typical submittal types, and numbers of each required, are as follows:

1.3.1 Manufacturer's Data (3 each)

Submittals for each manufactured item shall be manufacturer's descriptive literature of cataloged products, equipment drawings, diagrams, performance and characteristic curves and catalog cuts.

Submit complete descriptive data for each type of material. Clearly mark data to indicate the type the Contractor intends to provide.

1.3.2 Manufacturer's Installation Instructions (3 each)

With this submittal, explicitly identify in writing, any differences between manufacturer's instructions and the requirements specified herein.

1.3.3 Manufacturer's Installation Recommendations (3 each)

Where installation procedures or any part hereof, are required to be in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed copies of these recommendations shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer prior to installation. Installation of the item will not be allowed to proceed until the recommendations are received. Failure to furnish these recommendations can be cause for reject of the material.

1.3.4 Shop Drawings (3 each)

Shop drawings shall show types, sizes, accessories, elevations, floor plans, sectional views, installation details, elementary diagrams, wiring diagrams, details of equipment and equipment spaces identifying and indicating proposed location, layout and arrangement of items of equipment, control panels, accessories, piping, ductwork, and other items that must be shown to ensure a coordinated

SECTION 01 33 00 – Page 2 installation. Wiring diagrams shall identify circuit terminals and shall indicate the internal wiring for each item of equipment and the interconnection between the items. Drawings shall also indicate adequate clearance for operation, maintenance and replacement of operating equipment devices. If any equipment is disapproved, the drawings shall be revised to show acceptable equipment and be resubmitted. Shop Drawings shall be a minimum of 8.5 inches by 11 inches in size, except as specified otherwise, using a 1/4" = 1'-0" scale size for ductwork and piping layout outside mechanical rooms, and a 1/2" = 1'-0" scale size for cross section views of each mechanical room.

1.3.5 Samples (2 each)

Submit color (not black and white) printed data or actual pieces of the items. The contract prices will not be adjusted due to the Contracting Officer's selection of any color, texture, or pattern submitted.

1.3.6 Certified Test Reports (3 each)

Before delivery of materials and equipment, certified copies of all test reports specified in the individual sections shall be submitted for approval.

1.3.7 Certificates of Conformance (3 each)

Submit certification from the manufacturer attesting that materials and equipment to be furnished for this project conform to the requirements of this specification and of the referenced publications. Pre-printed certifications will not be acceptable; certifications shall be in the original. The certification shall not contain statements that could be interpreted to imply that the product does not meet all requirements specified, such as "as good as"; "achieve the same end use and results as materials formulated in accordance with the referenced publications"; "equal or exceed the service and performance of the specified materials". The certification shall simply state that the product conforms to the requirements specified.

1.3.8 Standards Compliance (3 each)

When materials or equipment must conform to the standards of organizations such as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), and Underwriters Laboratories (UL), proof of such conformance shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval. If an organization uses a label or listing to indicate compliance with a particular standard, the label or listing, the Contractor shall submit a certificate from an independent testing organization, which is competent to perform acceptable tests and is approved by the Contracting Officer. The certificate shall state that the item has been tested in accordance with the specified organization's test methods and that the item conforms to the specified organization's standard. For materials and equipment whose compliance with organizational standards or specifications is not regulated by an organization using its own listing or label as proof of compliance, a certificate of compliance from the manufacturer shall be submitted for approval. The certificate shall identify the manufacturer, the product, and the referenced standard and shall simply state that the manufacturer certifies that the product conforms to all requirements of the project specification and of the referenced standards listed.

1.3.9 Operation and Maintenance Manuals (3 each)

Furnish an operation and maintenance manual section for each item of equipment. Furnish three copies of the complete manual bound in hardback binders. Furnish one complete manual prior to the time that equipment tests are performed, and furnish the remaining manuals before the contract is completed. Inscribe the following identification on the cover: the words "OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL", the name and location of the equipment, the name of the contractor, and the contract number. The manual shall include the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of each subcontractor installing equipment, and of the local representatives for each item of equipment. The manual shall have a table of contents and be assembled to conform to the table of contents with the tab sheets placed before instructions covering the subject. The instructions shall be legible and easily read, with large sheets of drawings folded in. The manual shall include: a complete description of the

SECTION 01 33 00 – Page 3 system, wiring and control diagrams with data to explain detailed operation and control of each item of equipment; a control sequence describing start-up, operation and shut-down instructions; installation instructions; maintenance instructions; lubrication schedule including type, grade, temperature range, and frequency; safety precautions, diagrams, and illustrations; test procedures; performance data; and parts list. The parts lists for equipment shall indicate the sources of supply, recommended spare parts, and the service organization, which is reasonably convenient to the project site. The manual shall be complete in all respects for equipment, controls, accessories, and associated appurtenances provided.

Submit an electronic copy of Operation and Maintenance Manuals with all documents scanned to PDF format on a CD-ROM disk.

1.3.10 Operating Instructions (3 each)

Furnish manufacturer's operating instructions for the principal item mechanical and electrical components, for use by operating personnel. A copy shall be provided in each of the five operations and maintenance manuals. The sixth copy shall be laminated between thermoplastic sheets and affixed where directed by COR adjacent to each item of equipment. Operating instructions shall not face when exposed to sunlight and shall be secured to prevent easy removal or peeling. The operating instructions shall include wiring diagrams, control diagrams, and control sequences for each principal item of equipment. The instructions shall describe the functions of the equipment, its most economical operation, start-up and shutdown procedures, procedures to follow in the event of failure, normal maintenance practices, and caution and warning notices. Submit an electronic copy of Operating Instructions with all documents scanned to PDF format on a CD-ROM disk.

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

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SECTION 31 11 00

CLEARING AND GRUBBING

1 GENERAL

1.1 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Deliver materials to, store at the site, and handle in a manner which will maintain the materials in their original manufactured or fabricated condition until ready for use.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1 TREE WOUND PAINT

Bituminous based paint of standard manufacture specially formulated for tree wounds.

3 EXECUTION

3.1 PROTECTION

3.1.1 Roads and Walks

Keep roads and walks free of dirt and debris at all times.

3.1.2 Trees, Shrubs, and Existing Facilities

Protect trees, plant growth and features designated to remain by the COR with orange environmental fencing that shall not be removed until approved by the Contracting Officer Representative.

3.1.3 Utility Lines

Protect existing utility lines that are indicated to remain from damage. Notify the Contracting Officer immediately of damage to or an encounter with an unknown existing utility line. The Contractor shall be responsible for the repairs of damage to existing utility lines that are indicated or made known to the Contractor prior to start of clearing and grubbing operations. Contractor shall coordinate with Section 011100 “General Conditions”.

3.2 CLEARING

Shall consist of the felling, trimming, and cutting of trees into sections and the satisfactory disposal of the trees and other vegetation designated for removal, including downed timber, snags, brush, and rubbish occurring within the areas to be cleared. Cut off flush with or below the original ground surface trees, stumps, roots, brush, and other vegetation in areas to be cleared, except for trees and vegetation indicated or directed to be left standing by the COR.

3.3 TREE REMOVAL

Where indicated by the COR, remove designated trees and stumps from areas outside those areas specified for clearing and grubbing. Fill depressions made by stump removal with suitable material and compact to make the new surface conform to the existing adjacent surface of the ground.

3.4 PRUNING

Trim trees designated to be left standing within the cleared areas of dead branches 1 1/2 inches or more in diameter; and trim branches to heights and in a manner as indicated. Neatly cut limbs and

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branches to be trimmed close to the bole of the tree or main branches. Paint cuts more than 1 1/4 inches in diameter with approved tree wound paint.

3.5 GRUBBING

Remove and dispose of roots larger than 3 inches in diameter, matted roots, and designated stumps from the indicated grubbing areas. Excavate this material together with logs, organic and metallic debris, brush, and refuse and remove to a depth of not less than 18 inches below the original soil surface in areas indicated to be grubbed and in areas indicated as construction areas under this contract. Fill depressions made by grubbing with suitable material and compact to make the new surface conform with the existing adjacent surface of the ground.

3.6 DISPOSAL OF CLEARED AND GRUBBED MATERIALS

All timber on the project site noted for clearing and grubbing shall become the property of the Contractor, and shall be removed from the project site and disposed of off station. Burning will not be permitted.

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

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BASE COURSE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION OFFICIALS

(AASHTO)

AASHTO T 180 (2010) Standard Method of Test for Moisture-Density Relations of Soils Using a

4.54-kg (10-lb) Rammer and a 457-mm (18-in.) Drop

AASHTO T 224 (2010) Standard Method of Test for Correction for Coarse Particles in the Soil

Compaction Test

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM C 117 (2004) Standard Test Method for Materials Finer than 75-um (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing

ASTM C 131 (2006) Standard Test Method for Resistance to Degradation of Small-Size

Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in the Los Angeles Machine

ASTM C 136 (2006) Standard Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates

ASTM C 29/C 29M (2009) Standard Test Method for Bulk Density ("Unit Weight") and Voids in

Aggregate

ASTM D 2487 (2011) Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System)

ASTM D 4318 (2010) Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index of Soils

ASTM D 6938 (2010) Standard Test Method for In-Place Density and Water Content of Soil and

Soil-Aggregate by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth) ASTM D 75/D 75M (2009) Standard Practice for Sampling Aggregates

ASTM D 698 (2007e1) Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Standard Effort

(12,400 ft-lbf/cu. ft. (600 kN-m/cu. m.))

ASTM E 11 (2010a) Wire Cloth and Sieves for Testing Purposes

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1.2 DEFINITION

Degree of compaction required is expressed as a percentage of the maximum laboratory dry density obtained by the test procedure presented in ASTM D 698 abbreviated as a percent of laboratory maximum dry density. One exception is as follows: Since ASTM D 698 applies only to soils that have 30 percent or less by weight of their particles retained on the 3/4 inch sieve, the degree of compaction for material having more than 30 percent by weight of their particles retained on the 3/4 inch sieve will be expressed as a percentage of the laboratory maximum dry density in accordance with AASHTO T 180 Method D and corrected with AASHTO T 224.

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

All plant, equipment, and tools used in the performance of the work will be subject to approval before the work is started and shall be maintained in satisfactory working condition at all times. Submit a list of proposed equipment, including descriptive data. Provide equipment which is adequate and has the capability of producing the required compaction, meeting grade controls, thickness control, and smoothness requirements as set forth herein.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTALS:

Product Data

Equipment Waybills and Delivery Tickets

Test Reports

Sampling and Testing Field Density Tests

Certificates

Aggregates

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Sampling and testing of the aggregates by the Contractor shall be waived provided certification from the Contractor/Supplier that all aggregates used as base material comply with the requirements of Texas Department of Transportation.

Sampling and testing are the responsibility of the Contractor, to be performed by an approved testing laboratory. Perform tests at the specified frequency. No work requiring testing will be permitted until the testing laboratory has been inspected and approved. Test the materials to establish compliance with the specified requirements.

1.5.1 Sampling

Take samples for laboratory testing in conformance with ASTM D 75/D 75M. When deemed necessary, the sampling will be observed by the Contracting Officer.

1.5.2 Tests

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1.5.2.1 Sieve Analysis

Make sieve analysis in conformance with ASTM C 117 and ASTM C 136. Sieves shall conform to

ASTM E 11.

1.5.2.2 Liquid Limit and Plasticity Index

Determine liquid limit and plasticity index in accordance with ASTM D 4318.

1.5.2.3 Moisture-Density Determinations (for Base Material Only)

Determine the laboratory maximum dry density and optimum moisture in accordance with ASTM D 698 or AASHTO T 180, Method D and corrected with AASHTO T 224.

1.5.2.4 Field Density Tests

Measure field density in accordance with ASTM D 6938. Tests performed in accordance with ASTM D 6938 result in a wet unit weight of soil and ASTM D 6938 will be used to determine the moisture content of the soil. The calibration checks of both the density and moisture gauges shall be made by the prepared containers of material method, as described in paragraph Calibration, in ASTM D 6938, on each different type of material to be tested at the beginning of a job and at intervals as directed.

a. Submit certified copies of test results for approval not less than 30 days before material is required for the work.

b. Submit calibration curves and related test results prior to using the device or equipment being calibrated.

c. Submit copies of field test results within 24 hours after the tests are performed.

1.5.2.5 Wear Test

Perform wear tests in conformance with ASTM C 131.

1.5.2.6 Weight of Slag

Determine weight per cubic foot of slag in accordance with ASTM C 29/C 29M.

1.5.3 Testing Frequency

1.5.3.1 Initial Tests

Perform one of each of the following tests on the proposed material prior to commencing construction to demonstrate that the proposed material meets all specified requirements prior to installation.

a. Sieve Analysis

b. Liquid limit and plasticity index

c. Moisture-density relationship

d. Wear

e. Weight per cubic foot of Slag

1.5.3.2 In-Place Tests

Perform one of each of the following tests on samples taken from the placed and compacted base or rigid pavement base course. Samples shall be taken and tested at the rates indicated.

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a. Perform density tests on every lift of material placed and at a frequency of one set of tests for every 2500 square yards, or portion thereof, of completed area.

b. Perform sieve analysis [including 0.02 mm size material] on every lift of material placed and at a frequency of one sieve analysis for every 1000 square yards, or portion thereof, of material placed.

c. Perform liquid limit and plasticity index tests at the same frequency as the sieve analysis.

d. Measure the thickness of each course at intervals providing at least one measurement for each 500 square yards or part thereof. The thickness measurement shall be made by test holes, at least 3 inches in diameter through the course.

1.5.4 Approval of Material

Select the source of materials 30 days prior to the time the material will be required in the work.

Tentative approval will be based on initial test results. Final approval of the materials will be based on tests for gradation, liquid limit, and plasticity index performed on samples taken from the completed and compacted course.

1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Perform construction when the atmospheric temperature is above 35 degrees F. When the temperature falls below 35 degrees F, protect all completed areas by approved methods against detrimental effects of freezing. Correct completed areas damaged by freezing, rainfall, or other weather conditions to meet specified requirements.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

2.1.1 Stone Base and Flexible Pavement Base Course

Provide aggregates in accordance with TXDOT SECTION 300; Aggregates; Subsection 302

AGGREGATES FOR SURFACE TREATMENT.

Uncrushed gravel will not be permitted.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SUBGRADE PREPARATION

3.1.1 Proof Rolling

Finish proof rolling on an exposed subgrade free of surface water. When practical, proof roll subgrade areas to receive pavement with a loaded dump truck or pneumatic-tired roller. Operate the roller in a systematic manner to ensure the number of passes over all areas. Provide one-half of the passes made with the dump truck or roller in a direction perpendicular to the other passes. Perform proof rolling in the presence of the Contracting Officer. Undercut rutting or pumping of material as directed by the Contracting Officer and replace with base material.

3.1.2 Construction

Shape subgrade to line and grade and compact to at least 98 percent of ASTM D 698. Include plowing, disking, and any moistening or aerating required to obtain specified compaction for this operation. Remove soft or otherwise unsatisfactory material and replace with base material or other approved material as directed by the Contracting Officer. Bring up low areas resulting from removal of

Section 32 11 16 - PAGE 5 unsatisfactory material to required grade and shape the entire subgrade to line and grade and compact as specified. After rolling, do not show deviations for the surface of the subgrade for pavement areas greater than 1/2 inch when tested with a 12-foot straightedge applied both parallel and at right angles to the centerline of the area. Do not vary the elevation of the finish subgrade more than 0.10 foot from the established grade of the site. Protect the finished subgrade from becoming excessively wet from rainfall and runoff.

3.2 PREPARATION OF UNDERLYING MATERIAL

Prior to constructing the base or rigid pavement base course, clean the underlying course or subgrade of all foreign substances. The surface of the underlying course or subgrade shall meet specified compaction and surface tolerances. Correct ruts, or soft yielding spots, in the underlying courses, subgrade areas having inadequate compaction, and deviations of the surface from the specified requirements, by loosening and removing soft or unsatisfactory material and by adding approved material, reshaping to line and grade, and recompacting to specified density requirements. For cohesionless underlying courses or subgrades containing sands or gravels, as defined in ASTM D 2487, the surface shall be stabilized prior to placement of the overlying course. Accomplish stabilization by mixing the overlying course material into the underlying course, and compacting by approved methods. The finished underlying course shall not be disturbed by traffic or other operations and shall be maintained in a satisfactory condition until the overlying course is placed.

3.3 GRADE CONTROL

The finished and completed course shall conform to the lines, grades, and sections shown. The lines, grades, and sections shown shall be maintained by means of line and grade stakes placed by the Contractor at the work site.

3.4 MIXING AND PLACING MATERIALS

Mix and place the materials to obtain uniformity of the material at the water content specified. Make such adjustments in mixing or placing procedures or in equipment as may be directed to obtain the true grades, to minimize segregation and degradation, to reduce or accelerate loss or increase of water, and to insure a satisfactory base course.

3.5 LAYER THICKNESS

The compacted thickness of the completed course shall be as shown on the drawings. When a compacted layer of 6 inches is specified, the material may be placed in a single layer; when a compacted thickness of more than 6 inches is required, no layer shall be thicker than 6 inches nor be thinner than 3 inches when compacted.

3.6 COMPACTION

Compact each layer of the material, as specified, with approved compaction equipment. Maintain water content during the compaction procedure to within plus or minus 3 percent of optimum water content, as determined from laboratory tests. In all places not accessible to the rollers, compact the mixture with hand-operated power tampers. Compaction of the base or rigid base course shall continue until each layer is compacted through the full depth to at least 98 percent of laboratory maximum density. Make such adjustments in compacting or finishing procedures as may be directed to obtain true grades, to minimize segregation and degradation, to reduce or increase water content, and to ensure a satisfactory base course. Any materials that are found to be unsatisfactory shall be removed and replaced with satisfactory material or reworked, as directed, to meet the requirements of this specification.

3.7 PROOF ROLLING

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Proof roll subgrade and base course material free of surface water. When practical, proof roll subgrade and base course with a loaded dump truck or pneumatic-tired roller. Operate the roller in a systematic manner to ensure the number of passes over all areas. Provide one-half of the passes made with the dump truck or roller in a direction perpendicular to the other passes. Perform proof rolling in the presence of the Contracting Officer. Undercut rutting or pumping of material as directed by the Contracting Officer and replace with clean aggregate material. Maintain water content of the top layer of the base course such that the water content is within plus or minus 3 percent of optimum water content, as determined from laboratory tests. Any material in the base courses or underlying materials indicated to be unsatisfactory by the proof rolling shall be removed, dried, and recompacted, or removed and replaced with satisfactory aggregate materials.

3.8 EDGES

Place approved material along the edges of the base course in such quantity as will compact to the thickness of the course being constructed. When the course is being constructed in two or more layers, at least a 1 foot width of the shoulder shall be rolled and compacted simultaneously with the rolling and compacting of the subgrade and base course, as directed by the Contracting Officer.

3.9 SMOOTHNESS TEST

The surface of the top layer shall show no deviations in excess of 3/8 inch when tested with a 12 foot straightedge. Take measurements in successive positions parallel to the centerline of the area to be paved. Measurements shall also be taken perpendicular to the centerline at 100 foot intervals along the roadway and 50 foot intervals elsewhere. Correct deviations exceeding this amount by removing material and replacing with new material, or by reworking existing material and compacting it to meet these specifications.

3.10 THICKNESS CONTROL

The completed thickness of the course(s) shall be in accordance with the thickness and grade shown on the drawings. The completed course shall not be more than 1/2 inch deficient in thickness nor more than 1/2 inch above or below the established grade. Where any of these tolerances are exceeded, correct such areas by scarifying, adding new material of proper gradation or removing material, and compacting, as directed. Where the measured thickness is 1/2 inch or more thicker than shown, the course will be considered as conforming with the specified thickness requirements plus 1/2 inch. The average job thickness shall be the average of the job measurements as specified above but within 1/4 inch of the thickness shown.

3.11 MAINTENANCE

Maintain the completed course in a satisfactory condition until accepted.

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SECTION 32 12 10

BITUMINOUS TACK AND PRIME COATS

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications

ASTM D 2995 (1999; R 2009) Determining Application Rate of Bituminous Distributors

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1.2.1 General Requirements

Plant, equipment, machines and tools used in the work are subject to approval and shall be maintained in a satisfactory working condition at all times. Calibrated equipment such as asphalt distributors, scales, batching equipment, spreaders and similar equipment, should have been recalibrated by a calibration laboratory within 12 months prior to commencing work.

1.2.2 Bituminous Distributor

Provide a distributor with pneumatic tires of such size and number that the load produced on the base surface does not exceed 650 psi of tire width to prevent rutting, shoving or otherwise damaging the base surface or other layers in the pavement structure. Design and equip the distributor to spray the bituminous material in a uniform coverage at the specified temperature, at readily determined and controlled rates from 0.05 to 2.0 gallons per square yard, with a pressure range of 25 to 75 psi and with an allowable variation from the specified rate of not more than plus or minus 5 percent, and at variable widths. Include with the distributor equipment a separate power unit for the bitumen pump, full-circulation spray bars, tachometer, pressure gauges, volume-measuring devices, adequate heaters for heating of materials to the proper application temperature, a thermometer for reading the temperature of tank contents, and a hand hose attachment suitable for applying bituminous material manually to areas inaccessible to the distributor. Equip the distributor to circulate and agitate the bituminous material during the heating process.

1.2.3 Heating Equipment for Storage Tanks

The equipment for heating the bituminous material shall be steam, electric or hot oil heaters. Provide steam heaters consisting of steam coils and equipment for producing steam, so designed that the steam cannot get into the material. Fix an armored thermometer to the tank with a temperature range from 40 to 400 degrees F so that the temperature of the bituminous material may be determined at all times.

1.2.4 Power Brooms and Power Blowers

Use power brooms and power blowers suitable for cleaning the surfaces to which the bituminous coat is to be applied.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

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Waybills and Delivery Tickets

Waybills and delivery tickets, during progress of the work.

Sampling and Testing

Copies of all test results for emulsified asphalt, and bituminous materials, within 24 hours of completion of tests. Certified copies of the manufacturer's test reports indicating temperature viscosity relationship for cutback asphalt, compliance with applicable specified requirements, not less than 30 days before the material is required in the work.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Use Local/Regional Materials or products extracted, harvested, or recovered, as well as manufactured, within a 500 mile radius from the project site, if available from a minimum of three sources. Tack and prime coat materials may be locally available.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Inspect the materials delivered to the site for contamination and damage. Unload and store the materials with a minimum of handling.

1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Apply bituminous coat only when the surface to receive the bituminous coat is dry. Apply bituminous coat only when the atmospheric temperature in the shade is 50 degrees F or above and when the temperature has not been below 35 degrees F for the 12 hours prior to application, unless otherwise directed.

2.1 PRIME COAT

Provide asphalt in accordance with TXDOT SECTION 300; Surface Courses and Pavement;

Subsection 310 PRIME COAT.

2.1.1 Cutback Asphalt

Provide cutback asphalt in accordance with TXDOT SECTION 300; Subsection 300 Asphalts, Oils, and Emulsions.

2.1.2 Emulsified Asphalt

Provide emulsified asphalt in accordance with TXDOT SECTION 300; Subsection 314 Emulsified Asphalt.

2.2 TACK COAT

Provide bituminous material in accordance with TXDOT SECTION300; Subsection 318 Hot Asphalt- Rubber Surface Treatments file://mooncl1fs.bkr.mbakercorp.com/vol2_projects/SPECSINTACT%20JOBS/JOBS/124089NO/prntdata/01%2033%2000.doc

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3.1 PREPARATION OF SURFACE

Immediately before applying the bituminous coat, remove all loose material, dirt, clay, or other objectionable material from the surface to be treated by means of a power broom or blower supplemented with hand brooms. The surface shall be dry and clean at the time of treatment.

3.2 APPLICATION RATE

The exact quantities within the range specified, which may be varied to suit field conditions, will be determined by the Contracting Officer.

3.2.1 Tack Coat

Apply bituminous material for the tack coat in quantities of not less than 0.05 gallon nor more than 0.15 gallon per square yard of pavement surface.

3.2.2 Prime Coat

Apply bituminous material for the prime coat in quantities of not less than 0.18 gallon nor more than

0.35 gallon per square yard of pavement surface.

3.3 APPLICATION TEMPERATURE

3.3.1 Viscosity Relationship

Asphalt application temperature shall be in accordance with TXDOT SECTION 300; Subsection 310 Prime Coats. Furnish the temperature viscosity relation to the Contracting Officer.

3.4 APPLICATION

3.4.1 General

Following preparation and subsequent inspection of the surface, apply the bituminous prime or tack coat with the Bituminous Distributor at the specified rate with uniform distribution over the surface to be treated. Properly treat all areas and spots missed by the distributor with the hand spray. Until the succeeding layer of pavement is placed, maintain the surface by protecting the surface against damage and by repairing deficient areas at no additional cost to the Government. If required, spread clean dry sand to effectively blot up any excess bituminous material. No smoking, fires, or flames other than those from the heaters that are a part of the equipment are permitted within 25 feet of heating, distributing, and transferring operations of bituminous material other than bituminous emulsions.

Prevent all traffic, except for paving equipment used in constructing the surfacing, from using the underlying material, whether primed or not, until the surfacing is completed. The bituminous coat shall conform to all requirements as described herein.

3.4.2 Prime Coat

The prime coat is required if it will be at least 7 days before the surfacing (Asphalt cement hot mix concrete) layer is constructed on the underlying (subbase course, etc.) compacted material. The type of liquid asphalt and application rate will be as specified herein. Protect the underlying from any damage (water, traffic, etc.) until the surfacing is placed. If the Contractor places the surfacing within seven days, the choice of protection measures or actions to be taken is at the Contractor's option.

Repair (recompact or replace) damage to the underlying material caused by lack of, or inadequate, protection by approved methods at no additional cost to the Government. If the Contractor opts to use

Section 32 12 10 - PAGE 4 the prime coat, apply as soon as possible after consolidation of the underlying material. Apply the bituminous material uniformly over the surface to be treated at a pressure range of 25 to 75 psi; the rate shall be as specified above in paragraph APPLICATION RATE. To obtain uniform application of the prime coat on the surface treated at the junction of previous and subsequent applications, spread building paper on the surface for a sufficient distance back from the ends of each application to start and stop the prime coat on the paper and to ensure that all sprayers will operate at full force on the surface to be treated. Immediately after application remove and destroy the building paper.

3.4.3 Tack Coat

Apply tack coat at the locations shown on the drawings. Apply the tack coat when the surface to be treated is dry. Immediately following the preparation of the surface for treatment, apply the bituminous material by means of the bituminous distributor, within the limits of temperature specified herein and at a rate as specified above in paragraph APPLICATION RATE. Apply the bituminous material so that uniform distribution is obtained over the entire surface to be treated. Treat lightly coated areas and spots missed by the distributor with the bituminous material.