3C--Specs PACP01 Houston Dredge.pdf

SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

DREDGING OPERATIONS

AT

U.S. COAST GUARD

STATION HOUSTON

HOUSTON, TEXAS

PROJECT No. 11714704

JULY 2020

COMMANDING OFFICER, CIVIL ENGINEERING UNIT MIAMI

15608 S.W. 117th AVENUE

MIAMI, FLORIDA

33177-1630

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGES

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 11 00 – General 01 11 00-1 thru 01 11 00-6

Section 01 32 00 – Progress Schedule 01 32 00-1 thru 01 32 00-3

Section 01 33 00 – Submittals 01 33 00-1 thru 01 33 00-2

Section 01 45 00 – Quality Control 01 45 00-1 thru 01 45 00-8 for Minor Construction

DIVISION 35 – WATERWAYS AND MARINE

Section 35 20 23 – Dredging 35 20 23-1 thru 35 20 23-7

APPENDICES

Appendix A – Department of the Army, Galveston District, Corps of Engineers

Permit No. SWG-2020-00071 & Permit No. SWG-2004-00909

Appendix B – Nationwide Permit 35 – Maintenance Dredging of Existing Basins

Appendix C – Nationwide Permit 16 – Return Water from Upland Contained

Disposal Areas

Appendix D – Department of the Army – Disposal Site Real Estate Permit

Appendix E – Disposal Area Coordinates

Appendix F – Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Concurrence Letter

Appendix G – Hydrographic Survey

Appendix H – Hydrographic Survey Cross Sections

Appendix I – Sediment Sampling and Analysis Report (February 2020)

Appendix J – Migratory Bird Best Management Practices

Appendix K – Dredged Material Placement Agreement

DREDGE BOAT BASINS USCG STATION HOUSTON, HOUSTON TEXAS

PNUM 11714704

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DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1 GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, tools, and supervision necessary to dredge and dispose of materials from the boat basin at U.S. Coast Guard Station Houston. All work shall be performed in strict accordance with the Contract Specifications (11714704), Contract Drawings (M2351-D) and the Contract.

1.2 ITEMS

1.2.1 Item 1A

Conduct pre and post-dredge hydrographic surveys of the boat basins at U.S. Coast Guard Station Houston.

1.2.2 Item 1B

Mobilization and demobilization of personnel and equipment including the dredge, barge, and any other equipment necessary to complete the work.

Include all other direct costs not associated with the dredging operation.

1.2.3 Item 1C

Remove an estimated quantity of 1,500 cubic yards of dredge material (actual quantities shall be determined based on survey results). The removal and transport of dredged material shall be paid for at the established unit price per cubic yard (CY). Dredge the boat basin by mechanical means to a design depth of (-)7.13’ MLLW + (-)1.0’ overdredge to a depth of -8.13’ MLLW. Payment shall not be made for dredging deeper than the allowable overdepth, dredging outside of authorized areas, or dredging of material disposed of in unauthorized manner.

Transport the dredge sediment to the designated location in the Contract documents at the Rosa Allen Placement Area (PA23-A).

1.2.4 Item 1D

The Contractor shall ensure compliance and abide by the requirements stipulated in Appendix K "Dredged Material Placement Agreement.” The Contractor shall obtain insurance coverage as indicated below and as stated in Appendix K. Coverage should be written on an occurrence basis by companies authorized to do business in the State of Texas and rated “A-, VII” or better by A.M. Best Company and/or be placed with a financially sound insurance carrier acceptable to Port Authority Risk Management. Requests to self-insure specific lines of coverage are subject to approval of the Port Authority.

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Type Amount i.

Workers’ Compensation Statutory Employers’ Liability $1Million/$1 Million/$1

Million Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Statutory Compensation (if exposure exists)

All employees, leased or co-employees, independent contractors, and employees of subcontractors and vendors, performing work for the Company, or entering upon the Port Authority’s premises, must be covered by Workers’ Compensation.

2. If Company is a sole proprietorship without employees and which will not be using any subcontractor(s) in the performance of the Contract Work, it may request a waiver of required workers’ compensation insurance: The Company, as sole proprietor, agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Port Authority.

ii.

Commercial General Liability (CGL) $1 Million per occurrence $2 Million Aggregate

1. Shall include Premises Operations, Independent Contractors, Products and Completed Operations, Personal Injury, Bodily Injury, Broad Form Contractual Liability and Property Damage, Explosion, Collapse, and Underground Hazards covering the indemnification provisions of our contract.

2. Must contain a “severability of interests” provision, and cover cross-suits between insureds.

iii.

Business Automobile Liability $1 Million per accident (Any auto) iv.

Environmental Impairment Liability $5 Million per occurrence

1. All environmental policies will include tail coverage for three years after expiration of the license period.

v.

Umbrella Liability $5 Million per occurrence

All policies, except for workers’ compensation and Environmental Impairment Liability, shall designate the following as an “Additional Insured” either by an “Automatic Additional Insured” or a specific endorsement: “Port Authority, its Commissioners, officers, employees, agents, and legal representatives.”

1.3 LOCATION

The dredging work is located in the boat basins of the U.S. Coast Guard Station Houston, Houston, TX.

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1.4 INSPECTION PRIOR TO BID

Prospective bidders are encouraged to visit the site to familiarize themselves with the existing conditions. Since the site is secured, prior arrangements for site visits should be made by contacting:

Commanding Officer U.S. Coast Guard Station Houston 9640 Clinton Dr.

Houston, TX, 77029-4324

Attn: Engineering Petty Officer Telephone: 713-818-0860 or 713-673-1185

1.5 DRAWINGS ACCOMPANYING SPECIFICATIONS

Drawings to be used in conjunction with these specifications are listed below. Drawings are the property of the Government and shall not be used for any purpose other than that contemplated by the Contract Specifications.

U.S. Coast Guard Drawing No. M2351-D in 2 sheets.

1.6 PROJECT PERFORMANCE TIME

The Contractor shall perform the work at the site from Monday through Friday from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (CST), except federal holidays. The Contractor shall coordinate weekend and after-hours work with the COR.

Hours may be compressed due to operational requirements. The total Contract performance period shall be 150 calendar days, which includes the time needed to conduct the work, approve all material submittals, coordination/scheduling at the designated placement area and monitoring the drainage of the dredge material placement facility (DMPF) for a minimum of 60 days.

1.7 PERMITS

USCG Civil Engineering Unit Miami has secured authorization for this work under Nationwide Permit 35 and Nationwide Permit 16 from the Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District, Regulatory Field Office, File No. SWG-2020-00071 and Real Estate ID Number REIN-20-012, Permit No.

DACW64-4-20-0074. The Contractor shall ensure this work is executed in compliance with the Permits and all of their conditions. The Contractor shall submit to the Department of the Army Corps of Engineers all notices required by the Permit as well as notices of commencement and completion.

The Contractor is required to provide copies of all notices to the Contracting Officer. The Contractor is also required to comply with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Water Quality Certification which requires effluent from an upland contained disposal area to not exceed a total suspended solids concentration of 300 milligrams per liter (mg/L).

In addition, the Contractor shall ensure compliance with the Nationwide Standard Conservation Measures as stipulated by U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Best management practices (BMP) must be implemented to maintain Water Quality pursuant to Rule 62-302 F.A.C. At a minimum, BMPs should include the use of tarps and working enclosures to prevent debris from reaching the waterway.

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1.8 SAFETY PROGRAM

1.8.1 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.

1.8.2 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 in effect on the date of the solicitation) and FAR Clause 52.236-13 “Accident Prevention.” Once accepted, this Accident Prevention Plan shall become part of the Contract requirements.

Review/acceptance of the safety plan does not in any way relinquish the Contractor from 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 U.S. Coast Guard will cooperate fully with the Department of Labor (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in their enforcement of OSHA regulations.

1.8.3 Accident Prevention Plan

The Contractor shall submit a written safety plan. 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. The safety plan shall be submitted no later than 10 days after Contract Award.

1.8.4 Material Safety Data Sheets And Material Handling Procedures

1.8.4.1 Data Sheets

Submit a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all materials containing hazardous substances required for Contract execution. Information provided in the MSDS shall meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200. MSDSs require Contracting Officer review and acceptance prior to bringing these materials on site.

1.8.4.2 Material Storage

Limit the quantity of these materials stored on site to the amount needed for execution of work. Storage of excess materials will not be permitted.

Assure that the storage of these materials comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and provide additional storage facilities (paint lockers, etc.) as required for the storage of such materials. Coordinate the physical location of storage areas with the On-site Representative prior to bringing these materials on site. Refer to paragraph 1.12 below for related requirements.

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1.8.4.3 Protective Measures

The Contractor shall take all protective measures outlined on the MSDS and as required by federal, state and local regulations to protect all personnel in the vicinity of the work area from exposure to these materials. The Contractor shall include any required protective measures in the Safety Plan. The Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) shall review protective measures prior to allowing use of these materials.

1.8.4.4 Disposal Of Excess Material

The Contractor shall dispose of all excess hazardous materials as required by the MSDS and all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations.

Refer to paragraph 1.13 below for related requirements.

1.9 AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES

No commercial utilities are available. The Contractor shall pay all costs incurred in connecting, converting, and transferring the utilities to the work. Temporary toilet facilities, in accordance with applicable codes and health ordinances, shall be provided and maintained by the Contractor for the use of Contractor’s personnel.

1.10 WORK COORDINATION

The Contractor shall closely coordinate all work with the COR and USCG Station Houston Engineering Officer in order to reduce to a minimum disturbances to personnel and operations. Work within the boat basin that interferes with mooring or operations of U.S. Coast Guard vessels, will be limited to a maximum interval of three weeks. Provide at least two week notice to the COR prior to work beginning in the boat basin in order to accommodate relocation of any moored vessels. Rosa Allen Placement Area operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the Port of Houston Authority shall be used as the designated disposal site. Additional disposal site requirements are detailed in Specification Section 35 20 23.

1.11 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

The Contractor will be working on a military installation. Become familiar with and obey fire, traffic, and security regulations. Personnel shall not stray from the immediate area of work nor direct avenues of ingress and egress unless authorized in advance by the COR. Contractor shall coordinate dredging operations with USCG Station Houston at least 21 days prior to mobilization to minimize disruption to U.S. Coast Guard operations and movement of Coast Guard boats throughout the basin. COR will not authorize site mobilization prior to coordination with USCG Station Houston.

1.12 LAYDOWN AREA

The Contractor will be provided a laydown area in a location determined by the COR. The Contractor shall be responsible for restoration of access/storage areas to pre-construction conditions at the completion of the work. Areas used to dewater the dredged material to meet requirements for and during material transport to disposal site are not provided by the Government. The Contractor shall be responsible for identifying and securing locations for intermediate storage or handling of dredged material.

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1.13 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. The Contractor shall remove all debris at the disposal site which accumulated during his work.

1.14 RESTORATION

The Contractor shall be responsible for repairs of any damage incurred but not limited to buildings, pavement, turf areas, etc. as a result of his activities.

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, anchoring and tying down barge, 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 SECURITY

1.17.1 Personnel

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 shall submit a revised list at any time during the project at least 24 hours before new personnel arrive. Only personnel on the approved listing will be allowed on the secured site.

1.17.2 Identification

All personnel shall carry proper identification (ID) when on site. Proper ID shall be any Government issued ID. The identification must be laminated, and show a facial picture of the individual. Individuals without proper ID will be escorted off the U.S. Coast Guard premises.

1.18 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 at least 10 working days in advance of the date of final inspection. Final inspection will not be scheduled until all submittals have been approved.

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SECTION 01 32 00

PROGRESS SCHEDULE

Prepare a Gantt chart for the 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.

1.1 Responsibility

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

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.2.1 Final Progress Schedule

Submit final progress schedule no later than five (5) calendar days after receiving the Notice To Proceed (NTP). In order to minimize operational impact to U.S. Coast Guard units, the Contractor shall closely coordinate project schedule with COR and USCG Station Houston. A preliminary/draft schedule shall be submitted prior to the preconstruction conference but no later than 10 days after contract award, with time periods shown but without dates of NTP and completion shown. Once a NTP date has been established, 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.

1.2.2 Updated Progress Schedule

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

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.

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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 Top Of Form

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.

2.1.3 General

Include a bar graph in the same row as 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.

3 EXECUTION

3.1 UPDATING SCHEDULE

Update and submit progress schedule every month with progress payment showing actual progress. Updated progress schedules shall include the original information, a progress narrative and an updated actual progress curve using a broken line.

3.1.2 Progress Narrative

The progress narrative shall include: a description of activities along the critical path, a description of current and anticipated problem areas or delaying factors and their impact, and an explanation of corrective actions taken or required to be taken. The progress narrative is expected to relay to the Government, the Contractor's detailed analysis of the schedule output and its plans to compensate for any problems, either current or potential, which are revealed through that analysis.

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 three (3) calendar days.

3.3 SAMPLE 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 which should be included in the submitted progress schedules.

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SECTION 01 33 00

SUBMITTALS

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 size, layout dimensions, capacity, project specification section 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. The Contractor shall indicate in the submittal which item(s) they are submitting. 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 SUBMITTAL REGISTER

The Submittal Register is appended after the end of this section showing items of equipment and materials for which submittals are required by the specifications; this list may not be all inclusive and additional submittals may be required.

1.4 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:

1.4.1 Dredging Plan (1 electronic copy)

As required under Section 35 20 23; Paragraph 1.3.1.

1.4.2 Hydrographic Survey (1 electronic copy)

Drawings shall show sizes, elevations, sectional views, details of structures in the vicinity of the proposed location, layout and arrangement of items of equipment, piping, and other items that must be shown to ensure a coordinated survey. Drawings shall also indicate adequate clearance for operation, and maintenance operating equipment devices. If any survey is disapproved, the drawings shall be revised to show an acceptable survey and be resubmitted.

1.4.3 Certified Test Reports (1 electronic copy)

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

1.4.4 Certificates of Conformance (1 electronic copy)

Submit certification from the manufacturer attesting that 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

01 33 00-2 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.

1.4.5 Standards Compliance (1 electronic copy)

When equipment must conform to the standards of organizations such as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), 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, 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 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.

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SECTION 01 45 00

QUALITY CONTROL FOR MINOR CONSTRUCTION

1 PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 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.

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual

1.2 1.2 SUBMITTALS

U.S. Coast Guard approval is required for all submittals indicated below.

The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

Submit a QC Plan within 15 calendar days after Award.

1.3 1.3 INFORMATION FOR THE CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE (COR)

Deliver the following to the COR:

a. Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Report: Original and one copy, by

10:00 AM the next working week that work is performed;

b. Contractor Production Report: Original and one copy by 10:00 AM the next working week that work is performed;

c. Preparatory Phase Checklist: Original attached to the original CQC

Report and one copy attached to each copy;

d. Initial Phase Checklist: Original attached to the original CQC Report and one copy attached to each copy;

e. Field Test Reports: One copy, within the week after the test is performed, attached to the CQC Report;

f. QC Meeting Minutes: One copy, within the week after the meeting; and

g. QC Certifications: As required by the paragraph entitled "QC

Certifications."

1.4 1.4 QC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Establish and maintain a QC program as described in this section. The QC program consists of a QC Manager, a QC Plan, a Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting, QC meetings, three phases of control, submittal review and approval, testing, and QC certifications and documentation necessary to provide materials, equipment, workmanship, fabrication, construction and operations which comply with the requirements of this contract. The QC program shall cover on-site and off-site work and shall be keyed to the work sequence. No work or testing may be performed unless the QC Manager is on the work site.

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1.4.1 1.4.1 Preliminary Work Authorized Prior to Acceptance

The only work that is authorized to proceed prior to the acceptance of the QC Plan is mobilization of storage and office trailers, temporary utilities, and surveying.

1.4.2 1.4.2 Acceptance

Acceptance of the QC Plan is required prior to the start of construction.

The Contracting Officer reserves the right to require changes in the QC Plan and operations as necessary, including removal of personnel, to ensure the specified quality of work. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to interview any member of the QC organization at any time in order to verify the submitted qualifications.

1.4.3 1.4.3 Notification of Changes

Notify the COR, in writing, of any proposed change, including changes in the QC organization personnel, a minimum of seven (7) calendar days prior to a proposed change. Proposed changes shall be subject to the acceptance by the

COR.

1.5 1.5 QC ORGANIZATION

1.5.1 1.5.1 QC Manager

1.5.1.1 1.5.1.1 Duties

Provide a QC Manager at the work site to implement and manage the QC program. In addition to implementing and managing the QC program, the QC Manager may perform the duties of project superintendent. The QC Manager is required to attend the Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting, conduct the QC meetings, perform the three phases of control, perform submittal review and approval, ensure testing is performed and provide QC certifications and documentation required in this contract. The QC Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the three phases of control and documentation performed by others.

1.5.1.2 1.5.1.2 Qualifications

An individual with a minimum of ten years combined experience as a superintendent, inspector, QC Manager, project manager or construction manager on similar size and type construction contracts which included the major trades that are part of this contract. The individual must be familiar with the requirements of the EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance.

1.5.1.3 1.5.1.3 Construction Quality Management Training

In addition to the above experience and education requirements, the QC Manager shall have completed the course Construction Quality Management for Contractors and will have a current certificate.

1.5.2 1.5.2 Alternate QC Manager Duties and Qualifications

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Designate an alternate for the QC Manager to serve in the event of the designated QC Manager's absence. The period of absence may not exceed two weeks at one time, and not more than 30 workdays during a calendar year.

The qualification requirements for the Alternate QC Manager shall be the same as for the QC Manager.

1.6 1.6 QC PLAN

1.6.1 1.6.1 Requirements

Provide, for acceptance by the COR, a QC Plan submitted electronically that covers both on-site and off-site work and includes the following with a table of contents listing the major sections identified with tabs.

I. QC ORGANIZATION: A chart showing the QC organizational structure and its relationship to the production side of the organization.

II. NAMES AND QUALIFICATIONS: In resume format, for each person in the QC organization. Include the CQM for Contractors course certification required by the paragraph entitled "Construction Quality Management Training".

III. DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY OF QC PERSONAL: Of each person in the QC organization.

IV. OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS: A listing of outside organizations such as architectural and consulting engineering firms that will be employed by the Contractor and a description of the services these firms will provide.

V. APPOINTMENT LETTERS: Letters signed by an officer of the firm appointing the QC Manager and Alternate QC Manager and stating that they are responsible for managing and implementing the QC program as described in this contract. Include in this letter the QC Manager's authority to direct the removal and replacement of non-conforming work.

VI. SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES AND INITIAL SUBMITTAL REGISTER: Procedures for reviewing, approving and managing submittals. Provide the name(s) of the person(s) in the QC organization authorized to review and certify submittals prior to approval.

VII. TESTING LABORATORY INFORMATION: Testing laboratory information required by the paragraphs "Accredited Laboratories" or "Testing Laboratory Requirements", as applicable.

VIII. TESTING PLAN AND LOG: A Testing Plan and Log that includes the tests required, referenced by the specification paragraph number requiring the test, the frequency, and the person responsible for each test.

IX. PROCEDURES TO COMPLETE REWORK ITEMS: Procedures to identify, record, track and complete rework items.

X. DOCUMENTATION PROCEDURES: Use Government formats.

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XI. LIST OF DEFINABLE FEATURES: A Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) is a task, which is separate and distinct from other tasks, has the same control requirements and work crews. The list shall be cross-referenced to the Contractor's Construction Schedule and the specification sections. For projects requiring a Progress Chart, the list of definable features of work shall include but not be limited to all items of work on the schedule. For projects requiring a Network Analysis Schedule, the list of definable features of work shall include but not be limited to all critical path activities.

XII. PROCEDURES FOR PERFORMING THREE PHASES OF CONTROL: For each

DFOW provide Preparatory and Initial Phase Checklists. Each list shall include a breakdown of quality checks that will be used when performing the quality control functions, inspections, and tests required by the contract documents. The preparatory and initial phases shall be conducted with a view towards obtaining quality construction by planning ahead and identifying potential problems.

XIII. PERSONNEL MATRIX: Not Applicable.

XIV. PROCEDURES FOR COMPLETION INSPECTION: See the paragraph entitled "COMPLETION INSPECTIONS".

XV. TRAINING PROCEDURES AND TRAINING LOG: Not Applicable.

1.7 1.7 COORDINATION AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING MEETING

During the Pre-Construction Conference and prior to the start of construction, discuss the QC program required by this contract. The purpose of this meeting is to develop a mutual understanding of the QC details, including documentation, administration for on-site and off-site work, and the coordination of the Contractor's management, production and the QC personnel. At the meeting, the Contractor will be required to explain how three phases of control will be implemented for each DFOW. Contractor's personnel required to attend shall include the QC Manager, project manager, and superintendent. Minutes of the meeting will be prepared by the QC Manager and signed by both the Contractor and the COR. The Contractor shall provide a copy of the signed minutes to all attendees. Repeat the coordination and mutual understanding meeting when a new QC Manager is appointed.

1.8 1.8 QC MEETINGS

After the start of construction, the QC Manager shall conduct QC meetings once every two weeks at the work site with the superintendent and the foreman responsible for the ongoing and upcoming work. The QC Manager shall prepare the minutes of the meeting and provide a copy to the COR within two working days after the meeting. As a minimum, the following shall be accomplished at each meeting:

a. Review the minutes of the previous meeting;

b. Review the schedule and the status of work and rework;

c. Review the status of submittals;

d. Review the work to be accomplished in the next two weeks and documentation required;

e. Resolve QC and production problems (RFIs, etc.);

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f. Address items that may require revising the QC Plan; and

g. Review Accident Prevention Plan (APP).

1.9 1.9 THREE PHASES OF CONTROL

The three phases of control shall adequately cover both on-site and off-site work and shall include the following for each DFOW.

1.9.1 1.9.1 Preparatory Phase

Notify the COR at least two work days in advance of each preparatory phase.

Conduct the preparatory phase with the superintendent and the foreman responsible for the definable feature of work. Document the results of the preparatory phase actions in the daily CQC Report and in the QC checklist.

Perform the following prior to beginning work on each definable feature of work:

a. Review each paragraph of the applicable specification sections;

b. Review the contract drawings;

c. Verify that appropriate shop drawings and submittals for materials and equipment have been submitted and approved. Verify receipt of approved factory test results, when required;

d. Review the testing plan and ensure that provisions have been made to provide the required QC testing;

e. Examine the work area to ensure that the required preliminary work has been completed;

f. Examine the required materials, equipment and sample work to ensure that they are on hand and conform to the approved shop drawings and submitted data;

g. Review the APP and appropriate Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) to ensure that applicable safety requirements are met, and that required Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are submitted; and

h. Discuss specific controls used and the construction methods and the approach that will be used to provide quality construction by planning ahead and identifying potential problems for each DFOW.

1.9.2 1.9.2 Initial Phase

Notify the COR at least two work days in advance of each initial phase.

When construction crews are ready to start work on a DFOW, conduct the Initial Phase with the foreman responsible for that DFOW. Observe the initial segment of the work to ensure that it complies with contract requirements. Document the results of the Initial Phase in the daily CQC Report and in the QC checklist. Perform the following for each DFOW:

a. Establish the quality of workmanship required;

b. Resolve conflicts;

c. Ensure that testing is performed by the approved laboratory; and

d. Check work procedures for compliance with the APP and the appropriate AHA to ensure that applicable safety requirements are met.

1.9.3 1.9.3 Follow-Up Phase

Perform the following for on-going work daily, or more frequently as necessary, until the completion of each DFOW and document in the daily CQC Report and in the QC checklist:

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a. Ensure the work is in compliance with contract requirements;

b. Maintain the quality of workmanship required;

c. Ensure that testing is performed by the approved laboratory;

d. Ensure that rework items are being corrected; and

e. Assure manufacturer’s representatives have performed necessary inspections, if required.

1.9.4 1.9.4 Additional Preparatory and Initial Phases

Additional preparatory and initial phases shall be conducted on the same DFOW if the quality of on-going work is unacceptable, if there are changes in the applicable QC organization, if there are changes in the on-site production supervision or work crew, if work on a DFOW is resumed after substantial period of inactivity, or if other problems develop.

1.9.5 1.9.5 Notification of Three Phases of Control for Off-Site Work

Notify the COR at least two weeks prior to the start of the preparatory and initial phases.

1.10 1.10 SUBMITTAL REVIEW AND APPROVAL

Procedures for submission, review, and approval of submittals are described in the submittal section of the specification.

1.11 1.11 QC CERTIFICATIONS

1.11.1 1.11.1 Contractor Quality Control Report Certification

Each CQC Report shall contain the following statement: "On behalf of the Contractor, I certify that this report is complete and correct and equipment and material used and work performed during this reporting period is in compliance with the contract drawings and specifications to the best of my knowledge except as noted in this report."

1.11.2 1.11.2 Invoice Certification

Furnish a certificate to the COR with each payment request, signed by the QC Manager, attesting that as-built drawings are current and attesting that the work for which payment is requested, including stored material, is in compliance with contract requirements.

1.11.3 1.11.3 Completion Certification

Upon completion of work under this contract, the QC Manager shall furnish a certificate to the COR attesting that "the work has been completed, inspected, tested and is in compliance with the contract."

1.12 1.12 COMPLETION INSPECTIONS

1.12.1 1.12.1 Punch-Out Inspection

Near the completion of all work or any increment thereof established by a completion time stated in the Contract clause "Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work," or stated elsewhere in the specifications, the QC Manager shall conduct an inspection of the work and develop a punch list of

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Include in the punch list any remaining items of the “Rework Items List”, which were not corrected prior to the Punch-Out inspection. The punch list shall include the estimated date by which the deficiencies will be corrected. A copy of the punch list shall be provided to the COR. The QC Manager or staff shall make follow-on inspections to ascertain that all deficiencies have been corrected. Once this is accomplished, the Contractor shall notify the Government that the facility is ready for the Government “Pre-final Inspection.”

1.12.2 1.12.2 Final Acceptance Inspection

The QC Manager, the superintendent, or other Contractor management personnel and the COR will be in attendance at this inspection. Additional Government personnel may be in attendance. The final acceptance inspection will be formally scheduled by the COR based upon results of the “Pre-final Inspection.” Notice shall be given to the COR at least 14 days prior to the final inspection. The notice shall state that all specific items previously identified to the Contractor as being unacceptable will be complete by the date scheduled for the final acceptance inspection. Failure of the Contractor to have all contract work acceptably complete for this inspection will be cause for the COR to bill the Contractor for the Government's additional inspection cost in accordance with the contract clause “Inspection of Construction.”

1.13 1.13 DOCUMENTATION

Maintain current and complete records of on-site and off-site QC program operations and activities. The forms identified under the paragraph "INFORMATION FOR THE CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE (COR)” shall be used. Reports are required for each day work is performed. Account for each calendar day throughout the life of the contract. Every space on the forms must be filled in. Use N/A if nothing can be reported in one of the spaces. The superintendent and the QC Manager must prepare and sign the Contractor Production and CQC Reports, respectively. The reporting of work shall be identified by terminology consistent with the construction schedule. In the "remarks" section in this report which will contain pertinent information including directions received, problems encountered during construction, work progress and delays, conflicts or errors in the drawings or specifications, field changes, safety hazards encountered, instructions given and corrective actions taken, delays encountered and a record of visitors to the work site. For each remark given, identify the Schedule Activity No. that is associated with the remark.

1.13.1 1.13.1 Quality Control Validation

Establish and maintain the following in a series of three ring binders.

Binders shall be divided and tabbed as shown below. These binders shall be readily available to the Government's Quality Assurance Team during all business hours.

a. All completed Preparatory and Initial Phase Checklists, arranged by specification section.

b. All milestone inspections, arranged by Activity/Event Number.

c. A current up-to-date copy of the Testing and Plan Log with supporting field test reports, arranged by specification section.

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d. Copies of all contract modifications, arranged in numerical order.

Also include documentation that modified work was accomplished.

e. A current up-to-date copy of the Rework Items List.

f. Maintain up-to-date copies of all punch lists issued by the QC Staff on the Contractor and Sub-Contractors and all punch lists issued by the Government.

1.13.2 1.13.2 As-built Drawings

The QC Manager is required to review the as-built drawings and kept current on a daily basis, and marked to show deviations, which have been made from the Contract drawings, modifications or RFIs. Ensure each deviation has been identified with the appropriate modifying documentation, e.g. PC number, modification number, RFI number, etc. The QC Manager shall initial each deviation or revision. Upon completion of work, the QC Manager shall submit a certificate attesting to the accuracy of the as-built drawings prior to submission to the COR.

1.14 1.14 NOTIFICATION ON NON-COMPLIANCE

The COR will notify the Contractor of any detected non-compliance with the foregoing requirements. The Contractor shall take immediate corrective action. If the contractor fails or refuses to correct the non-compliant work, the COR will issue a non-compliance notice. Such notice, when delivered to the Contractor at the work site, shall be deemed sufficient for the purpose of notification. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly, the COR may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. The Contractor shall make no part of the time lost due to such stop orders the subject of claim for extension of time, for excess costs, or damages.

2 PART 2 PRODUCTS

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3 PART 3 EXECUTION

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DIVISION 35 – WATERWAYS AND MARINE CONSTRUCTION

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DREDGING

1.1 SUMMARY

Perform all operations necessary for the removal of all materials to the required dimensions as shown on the drawings, the satisfactory disposal thereof, and all operations thereto. The work includes dredging the boat basin as indicated by mechanical means and providing transportation of sediment material from dredging site to disposal site, and adhering to any conditions established by the disposal site and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for placement of material within the designated area. If nighttime operations are to be conducted, the Contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer and comply with lighting requirements listed in paragraph 3.2.2 of this section and the of U. S. Army Corps of Engineers "Safety and Health Requirements Manual" (EM 385-1-1).

1.2 REFERENCES

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

CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS (CFR)

29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards 33 CFR 164.46 Automatic Identification System

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual EM 1110-2-5025 Dredging and Dredged Material Management

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00, "Submittals."

1.3.1 Dredging Plan

Submit a detailed plan of the entire dredging and dredge material disposal operation including a list of equipment, environmental controls, means of transport, treatment of dredged material if necessary, and means and locations of intermediate storage or handling of dredge material. Government concurrence of this submittal is required 21 days prior to start of dredging activities. This submittal is required for approval prior to the pre-construction conference. Provide plans and procedures should gale force winds or higher be forecast. Precautions shall include, but not be limited to, closing all openings, removing all loose materials, tools and equipment from exposed locations, anchoring and tying down barge, and removing or securing scaffolding and other temporary work.

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1.3.2 Hydrographic Survey Drawings

Submit results of hydrographic surveys taken before and after dredging with plan views, cross sections and the resulting volume calculations. The pre-dredge survey submittal is required prior to dredging operations and the post-survey submittal is required prior to final acceptance of the completed work. Submittal shall be hard copy and electronic.

1.3.3 Dredge Volume Calculations

Submit results of actual gross and design volume of dredged material. The design volume shall be considered the estimated volume based on the pre-dredge hydrographic survey. The actual volume shall be based on the pre and post dredge surveys. Cover sheet shall be signed, dated and sealed by the licensed surveyor.

1.4 CHARACTER OF MATERIALS

The shoal material is expected to be predominantly silty-clay and possibly construction debris (concrete rubble, etc). Insitu rock, if encountered, shall not be dredged. Debris (trash, junk) may exist within the area to be dredged.

1.5 ARTIFICIAL OBSTRUCTIONS

The Government anticipates debris such as, but not limited to, metal bands, pallets, pieces of broken cable, rope, hose, and broken piles. The Government has no knowledge of existing wrecks, wreckage, or other material of such size or character as to require the use of explosives or special or additional plant for its economical removal. Prior to dredging, the Contractor shall rake the dredge area and remove debris encountered. Debris removed from the dredged area shall be removed from the water. Explosives shall not be used under any circumstance. Disposal of debris shall be the responsibility of the Contractor and disposal shall be outside the limits of USCG Station Houston property.

1.6 QUANTITY OF MATERIAL

1.6.1 Overdepth Dredging

To cover unavoidable…