SPECIFICATIONS_8636398_DREDGE_MAIN_PIER_AND_JACOBS_ROCK_CAUSEWAY_USCG_ACADEMY_NEW_LONDON_CT.pdf

DREDGE MAIN PIER AND

JACOB’S ROCK CAUSEWAY

U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY

NEW LONDON, CT

PROJECT NO. 8636398

G.J. CARABINE

Date:

GJCarabine Text Box 6 June 2018

US Coast Guard Academy Project No. 8636398 Dredge Main Pier and Jacob’s Rock Causeway

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

010000 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024101 SILTATION CURTAINS/DEBRIS BOOMS

DIVISION 35 – WATERWAY AND MARINE CONSTRUCTION

352023 DREDGING

Grain Size Analysis

2013 Open Permits (USACE and CT DEEP)

2018 Permit (pending application review)

END OF CONTENTS

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SECTION 010000 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.0 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project Summary.

a. Project Identification

b. Project Description

c. Coordination with Occupants

d. Access to Site

e. Work Restrictions

f. Safety Precautions

g. Project Site Maintenance

2. Contract Modification Procedures.

a. Minor Change in the Work

b. Government-Initiated Proposal Requests

c. Contractor-Initiated Proposal

d. Change Order Procedures

e. Construction Change Directive

3. Payment Procedures.

a. Schedule of Values

b. Applications for Payment

4. Project Management and Coordination.

a. Contact Information

b. General Coordination Procedures

c. Requests for Information

d. Project Meetings

5. Construction Progress Documentation.

a. Contractor’s Construction Schedule

b. Contractor’s Construction Schedule Updates

c. Daily Construction Reports

d. Field Condition Reports

6. Submittals.

a. Administrative Requirements and Submittal Procedures

b. Contractor’s Review

c. Coordination

7. Heavy Weather Plan.

8. Quality Requirements.

a. Referenced Standards

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b. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels

c. Quality Assurance and Qualifications

d. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

9. Execution.

a. Examination

b. Progress cleaning

10. Construction Waste Management and Disposal.

a. Performance Requirements and Procedures

b. Records and Reports

c. Project Conditions

11. Closeout Procedures.

a. Final completion procedures

b. Final cleaning

1.1 PROJECT SUMMARY

A. Project Identification: Dredge Main Pier and Jacob’s Rock Causeway, Project Number 8636398.

1. Project Location: US Coast Guard Academy, 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, Connecticut 06320.

B. Project Description: The project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of all work, including all equipment, labor and materials, necessary for the dredging and disposal of dredged material at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. It should be noted that within these specifications where the term construction is used it relates to the dredging in this project.

1. Work includes the dredging of four separate areas around the USCGA waterfront.

The following areas are the base bid:

Jacobs Rock Causeway, as part of a new maintenance dredging permit.

Main Pier, as part of an existing maintenance dredging permit.

Boat Basin, as part of an existing maintenance dredging permit.

Turnaround Area, as part of an existing maintenance dredging permit.

2. Disposing of dredge material at the Central Long Island Sound Disposal Site

(CLDS).

3. Providing all necessary pre-dredge and post-dredge hydrographic surveys.

4. Please note that an additional permit through Connecticut DEEP has not been issued but will be included as an addendum.

C. Coordination with Water Users:

1. The work shall be conducted by the contractor to provide the least possible interference to the activities of government personnel.

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2. The contractor shall schedule and perform the work so as not to interfere with the Government’s operations and shall cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage.

D. Access to Site:

1. During the bid period Contractors should visit the site during the scheduled site visit listed in the invitation to bid. Additional site visits for further investigation for bidding may be arranged by contacting Facilities Engineering.

2. After contract award the Contractor must provide the required Payment and Performance Bonds, Insurance Certificate, attend the pre-construction meeting, and receive the Notice to Proceed; prior to proceeding with any on-site work.

3. Review the Submittal Register and the specification section for submittals that must be approved prior to the beginning of the on-site work. At a minimum, the Division 1 and 2 submittals must be approved prior to beginning of the on-site work.

a. Reminder that physical site work cannot begin until ALL required pre-construction submittals have been submitted, reviewed, and approved.

4. The contractor shall have a representative and any required equipment and personnel on base to receive all construction material for the project. Contractor’s construction material shall NOT be shipped to or received by U.S. Coast Guard personnel and government equipment may not be used for unloading or delivery of contractor’s materials to the work site. Contractor shall coordinate material deliveries and construction schedule so as to minimize quantities and time materials are stored on base due to space restrictions.

5. The contractor will not be permitted to park adjacent to the work site, but one parking space will be assigned near the work site, additional spaces will be located in the ‘J’ parking lot south of Roland Hall and/or Eagle Drive along the waterfront. The contractor will be assigned an area near the site for storage of material if needed.

6. Material storage and work areas shall be as designated by the COR.

7. Keep roadways, driveways, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials, unless approved by the COR.

E. Work Restrictions:

1. Pre-dredge survey and/or mobilization shall commence prior to October 1, 2018.

2. Dredging work shall be performed between October 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018.

3. All construction operations shall be performed between the hours of 7:00 am and 4:00 pm local time, Monday through Friday. Submit request to the COR at least

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72 hours in advance for permission to work outside the normal working hours or on Saturdays, Sundays, or federal holidays.

4. Blackout dates when no work shall be performed on base; Homecoming October 13, 2018 (Friday thru Sunday). Confirm with COR the exact dates of these events and any other dates that work on base is restricted.

5. The USCGA is a limited smoking base. Coordinate with COR for copy of the smoking area policy and site plan showing the four (4) authorized smoking areas.

6. Sanitation Facilities: The contractor shall provide temporary toilet, wash facilities, and drinking water for use by contractor’s personnel. Use of toilet facilities within the building by contractor personnel is not permitted.

7. Noise, Vibration, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, odors, or other disruption to Government.

a. Obtain COR’s written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

8. The contractor shall contact the COR prior to the start of any work.

F. Safety Precautions:

1. All contractors, foremen, mechanics, and laborers are required to have completed annually a course of at least ten hours in duration in construction safety and health approved by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

2. The contractor shall hold a weekly job site safety meeting with focus on safe work practices and recognizing and preventing hazards on a construction site.

3. These construction documents and the construction work hereby contemplated shall be governed at all times by applicable provisions of federal regulations, including, but not limited to, the current edition, with the latest amendment(s) of William-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA), Public Law 91-596; Part 1926 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards, Chapter XVII of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR Part 1926).

4. Tag/Lock Out of mechanical and electrical equipment: All mechanical or electrical equipment that need to be taken offline (temporarily or permanently) shall be coordinated with COR 72 hours in advance. Equipment requiring tag/lock out shall only be conducted with USCGA Public Works personnel present. All equipment tagged/locked out shall be done so that the contractor and USCGA each have their own tags and locks in place. Equipment shall not be brought back online unless USCGA Public Works personnel are present.

Coordinate with COR 72 hours in advance of restoring equipment to service.

5. The contractor shall notify and obtain a hot work permit from the base Damage Control Senior Chief or Duty Engineer via the COR at least 24 hours prior to the start of any construction practices which may affect or impair any fire protection system or which may present a fire hazard (i.e., sanding, welding, grinding, applying hot tar, burning and utilizing of any flame producing device). The contractor shall have and maintain an appropriate functioning fire extinguisher in

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the work area, for the type of work being done and the materials present. The contractor shall comply with OSHA, NFPA, and base fire and safety regulations.

a. The Damage Control Senior Chief or Duty Engineer can silence or isolate all or part on the fire alarm (FA)/mass notification system (MNS). If the contractor requires access to modify, add to, relocate, etc. any part of the existing FA/MNS systems the work must be performed by a technician certified and authorized by the respective system manufacturer. FA is Notifier (out of New Haven, CT area) and MNS is Signal Communications (out of Massachusetts).

G. Project Site Maintenance:

1. The contractor shall perform daily clean-up of work site and storage area.

1.2 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. Minor Changes in the Work:

1. Facilities Engineering will issue through construction foreman supplemental instructions authorizing minor changes in the Work, not involving adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

B. Government-Initiated Proposal Requests:

1. Contracting Officer will issue a detailed description of proposed changes in the Work that may require adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time. If necessary, the description will include supplemental or revised Drawings and Specifications.

2. Proposal requests issued by Government are for information only. Do not consider them instructions either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

3. Within 5 working days after receipt of Proposal Request, submit a quotation estimating cost adjustments to the Contract Sum and the Contract Time necessary to execute the change. Provide cost breakdown and revised schedule as required by the contracting officer.

C. Contractor-Initiated Proposals:

1. If latent, changed, or unforeseen conditions require modifications to the Contract, Contractor may propose changes by submitting a request for a change to the Contracting Officer.

2. Include a statement outlining reasons for the change and the effect of the change on the Work. Provide a complete description of the proposed change. Indicate the effect of the proposed change on the Contract Sum and the Contract Time.

Provide cost breakdown and revised schedule as required by the contracting officer.

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3. For change order proposals, use contractor’s standard form.

D. Change Order Procedures:

1. On Government's approval of a Work Changes Proposal Request, Contracting Officer will issue a Change Order for signatures of Contracting Officer and Contractor.

E. Construction Change Directive:

1. Contracting Officer may issue a Work Change Directive. Work Change Directive instructs Contractor to proceed with a change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

2. Work Change Directive contains a complete description of change in the Work. It also designates method to be followed to determine change in the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

3. Maintain detailed records on a time and material basis of work required by the Work Change Directive. After completion of change, submit an itemized account and supporting data necessary to substantiate cost and time adjustments to the Contract.

1.3 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

A. Schedule of Values:

1. Coordinate preparation of the schedule of values with preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Submit the schedule of values to Contracting Officer at earliest possible date, but no later than 5 days after the pre-construction meeting or 30 days before the date scheduled for submittal of initial Applications for Payment, whichever is earlier.

3. Use Project specifications table of contents as a guide to establish line items for the schedule of values. Provide at least one line item for each Specification Section. Provide a line item for Closeout Documents.

4. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Applications for Payment and progress reports. Provide multiple line items for principal subcontract amounts, where appropriate.

a. Round amounts to nearest whole dollar; total shall equal the Contract Sum.

5. Allowances: Provide a separate line item in the schedule of values for each allowance. Show line-item value of unit-cost allowances, as a product of the unit cost, multiplied by measured quantity.

6. Schedule Updating: Update and resubmit the schedule of values before the next Applications for Payment when Change Orders or Construction Change Directives result in a change in the Contract Sum.

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B. Applications for Payment:

1. The Government will retain 10% of the Contract amount on contracts under $100,000 and $10,000 or 5% of the Contract amount, whichever is greater, on contracts of $100,000 or more until all closeout documents are received and approved by the COR.

2. Each Application for Payment following the initial Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments as certified by COR and paid for by Government.

3. Application for Payment Forms: Use forms provided by Contracting Officer or AIA form acceptable to Contracting Officer for Applications for Payment.

4. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on form. Notarize and execute by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor.

5. Recycled Materials: Include in Application for Payment credit amounts for cash value of recycled scrap metal. Provide copy of weight ticket and cash value receipts of material. Provide credit on the first invoice after delivery of material to recycler, but no later than request for final payment.

6. Waivers of Mechanic's Lien: With each Application for Payment, submit waivers of mechanic's lien from entities lawfully entitled to file a mechanic's lien arising out of the Contract and related to the Work covered by the payment. When an application shows completion of an item, submit conditional final or full waivers.

7. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: After issuing the Certificate of Substantial Completion, submit an Application for Payment showing 100 percent completion for portion of the work claimed as substantially complete.

8. Final Payment Application: After completing Project closeout requirements, submit final Application for Payment with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted, including, but not limited, to the following; Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements. Insurance certificates for products and completed operations where required and proof that taxes, fees, and similar obligations were paid. Updated final statement, accounting for final changes to the Contract Sum. Evidence that claims have been settled.

1.4 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. Contact Information:

1. The contractor shall submit, within 15 calendar days of award or 5 working days of Notice to Proceed (NTP) which every is less, a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the work, including name, address, and telephone number of entity performing subcontract or supplying products.

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2. The contractor shall submit, within 15 calendar days of award or 5 working days of NTP which every is less, a list of the contractor’s principal staff assignments, including superintendent and other key personnel in attendance at Project site;

identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities; list addresses and telephone numbers, including home, office, and cellular telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.

B. General Coordination Procedures:

1. Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the work.

2. Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work.

3. Coordinate construction activities to ensure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials. Coordinate use of temporary utilities to minimize waste.

4. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

5. Contractor shall be required to have a full-time superintendent on site while contractor personnel or sub-contract personnel conduct work, or to receive material deliveries.

6. Inspect material or equipment immediately upon delivery and again prior to installation. Reject damaged and defective items.

C. Requests for Information (RFIs):

1. Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified to the COR with a copy to the Contracting Officer.

2. Include in the RFI the project name and number, date, RFI number, numbered sequentially, a detailed legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the contractor’s suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI; include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

3. Allow (2) two working days for Government response for each RFI. RFIs received by Government after 1300 (1:00 p.m.) will be considered as received the following working day.

D. Project Meetings:

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1. The COR will schedule and conduct meetings and conferences at project site unless otherwise indicated. The Contractor will record and distribute the project meeting minutes to each party present and to parties requiring information.

The Contractor shall distribute the meeting minutes within two day after the meeting. The COR shall review the minutes, and make changes as necessary.

2. Preconstruction Conference: Contracting Officer or COR will schedule and conduct a preconstruction conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to Government, but no later than (15) fifteen days after execution of the Agreement.

3. Authorized representatives of Government; Contractor and its superintendent;

major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the preconstruction conference. Participants at the conference shall be familiar with project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the work.

4. Progress Meetings: COR will conduct progress meetings at weekly intervals.

The Contractor will record and distribute the progress meeting minutes to each party present and to parties requiring information. Review progress since the last meeting. Review items of significance that could affect progress. Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to Contractor's construction schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

Progress Meeting Minutes shall include the following:

a. Project Name, Meeting Date, and List of Attendees,

b. Project Status(i.e. items On-Time/Ahead-of-Schedule/Behind-Schedule),

c. Submittal and RFI Status,

d. Previous Outstanding Contractor Concerns/Issues

e. Previous Outstanding USCGA Concerns/Issues

f. Progress/Schedule

g. New Contractor Concerns/Issues

h. New USCGA Concerns/Issues

1.5 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

A. Contractor’s Construction Schedule:

1. The contractor shall prepare the construction schedule. The construction schedule shall be submitted within 15 calendar days of award or 5 working days of NTP which every is less, and shall be a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart type construction schedule. Extend from date established for NTP to date of final completion. Include any constraints and work restrictions (i.e.

holidays, government scheduled events, etc.), phasing, work performed by the government, staging of construction for major portions of the work, and milestones. Subdivide schedule into sufficient number of work activities to

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accurately display the work schedule, sequence of work, activity duration, and interdependence of each activity. Clearly show the activities of the critical path.

a. Submit six (6) printed copies of initial schedule, four (4) 11x17 copies on multiple pages as required, one (1) reproducible color print and one (1) blue- or black-line print of size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period, and one (1) electronic copy in Microsoft Office Project software. Submit updated copies when the schedule changes.

2. Coordinate Contractor's construction schedule with the schedule of values, list of subcontracts, submittal schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from entities involved.

B. Contractor’s Construction Schedule Updates: At by-weekly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities. Issue updated schedule by close of business every other Thursday or (2) two days before each regularly scheduled progress meeting.

1. Revise schedule immediately after each meeting, contractor modification, or other activity where revisions have been recognized or made and issue updated schedule.

2. Include a report with updated schedule that indicates every change, including, but not limited to, changes in logic, durations, actual starts and finishes, and activity durations.

3. As the Work progresses, indicate completion percentage for each activity.

C. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report recording events at Project site including the following; list of subcontractors and personnel, high and low temperatures and general weather conditions, accidents, stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses. Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction, services connected and disconnected, equipment or system tests and startups.

1. Submit two (2) paper copies or electronic copy daily by 0800 (8:00 am) the following work day.

D. Field Condition Reports: Immediately on discovery of a difference between field conditions and the Contract Documents, prepare and submit a detailed report. Submit with a Request for Information (RFI); include a detailed description of the differing conditions, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

1. Submit two (2) copies at time of discovery of differing conditions.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Administrative Requirements and Submittal Procedures

1. General: The contractor shall prepare and submit a comprehensive Submittal Schedule/Register within 15 calendar days of award or 5 working days of NTP

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which every is less, see Appendix A for format. Prepare and submit submittals for the items listed in this Specification section and as listed in individual Specification Sections and/or on drawings. See Submittal Register Appendix A.

Types of submittals and specific submittal requirements are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

a. Submittals shall be submitted using government furnished Coast Guard submittal forms.

b. Submittals may be electronic (preferred) or paper copies. Color charts, material samples, material profiles, etc. require physical submittals (i.e.

paint chips, fabric swatches, carpet samples, etc.).

1) Electronic Submittals: Submittals shall be sent electronically in

Adobe .pdf format to the Construction Project Manager/COR via e-mail with filled out Coast Guard Academy Submittal Form Cover Sheet in excel format. Provide a minimum of two (2) physical samples of preprinted color charts, material samples and profiles, etc.

2) Paper Submittals: Provide a minimum of five (5) copies of shop drawings, product data, etc. one (1) copy to be returned to the contractor and four (4) copies that will be retained by Chief, Construction and Engineering.

c. All submittals shall be provided to Chief, Construction and Engineering via the Construction Project Manager/COR in sufficient time and in such sequence to avoid delays in the work but no later than 21 calendar days after NTP and prior to starting on-site work. For scheduling purposes, the contractor shall assume the government review time of submittals to average ten (10) working days.

d. Contractor shall provide resubmittals to Chief, Construction and Engineering via the Construction Project Manager/COR within (10) ten working days of receipt of disapproved submittal.

2. Submit Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, Test Reports, and Maintenance Data for each type of product used on the project. Submit additional information as requested elsewhere in the specification and on the drawings.

3. Make all shop drawings accurately to a scale sufficiently large to show all pertinent features of the item and its method of connection to the work.

a. Modify manufacturer’s standard schematic drawings as necessary to provide additional information applicable to project. Manufacturers catalog sheets, brochures, diagrams, schedules, performance charts, illustrations, and other standard descriptive data shall be clearly marked to identify pertinent materials, products, or models.

4. Samples shall be of sufficient size and quantity to illustrate the functional characteristics of products or material, and a full range of color choices.

a. Specified product finishes, colors, and patterns shall be selected by the COR from the manufacturer’s full range unless noted otherwise.

b. Multiple finishes, colors, and patterns may be selected per product.

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B. Contractor’s Review: All submittals shall be reviewed and checked for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents, with corrections and field dimensions noted and marked with approval stamp by the contractor before submitting to the Government.

1. Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and number, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the contract documents, and/or notification of any deviations from contract documents.

2. Contractor is responsible for reviewing shop drawings, product data, and samples prior to submission, verifying field measurements, field construction criteria, catalog numbers and similar data, and coordinating each submittal with requirements of work and /or contract documents.

3. Constructor’s responsibility for errors and omissions in submittals is not relieved by Chief, Construction and Engineering review of submittals.

4. Contractor’s responsibility for deviations in submittals from requirements of contract is not relieved by review of submittals unless Chief, Construction and Engineering gives written acceptance of specific deviation.

5. Begin no work that requires submittals until return of submittals with Chief, Construction and Engineering approval and initials or signature indicating review.

6. Submittals returned “approval as noted” are only approved if contractor and manufacturer concur with the comments, if not the submittal is rejected and must be resubmitted.

C. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

1. Submit all submittal items required for each Specification Section concurrently.

2. Coordinate transmittal of submittals for related parts of the work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

1.7 HEAVY WEATHER PLAN

A. Hurricane / Storm Conditions are levels of preparedness attained through the completion of specific tasks prior to the arrival of a hurricane / storm. The intent is to reduce the Academy’s exposure to damage, allowing return of service as rapidly as possible after the hurricane / storm passes.

B. Weather Condition Four is the alert condition in which gale force winds (35 knots or greater) may be expected within 72 hours.

1. Contractors shall ensure they are aware of requirements for securing work site in preparation for storm (e.g., contractors, trailers, and equipment).

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2. Contractors shall have hazardous waste picked up if necessary.

3. Contractors shall empty and secure temporary storage shed if in use.

C. Weather Condition Three is the readiness condition in which gale force winds (35 knots or greater) may be expected within 48 hours.

1. Contractors shall secure all construction sites.

2. Contractors shall have site dumpsters emptied.

3. Contractors shall have portable toilet facilities removed from the site.

D. Storm Condition is set whenever winds in excess of 50 knots are forecast or experienced.

1. Contractors shall ensure they are aware of requirements for securing work site in preparation for storm (e.g., contractors, trailers, and equipment).

2. Contractors shall secure all possible missile hazards on construction sites.

3. Contractors shall have hazardous waste picked up if necessary.

4. Contractors shall have site dumpsters emptied.

E. Hurricane Condition is set whenever winds in excess of 63 knots are forecast or experienced. Follow same procedures as Storm Condition.

1.8 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Referenced Standards: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer conflicting requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to Architect or COR for a decision before proceeding.

B. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum provided or performed. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quantity or quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits.

C. Quality Assurance and Qualifications: All work performed on the project shall be done by a company or individual trained and experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance. Any types of work required to be performed by a licensed person as defined by Chapter 393 of the Connecticut General Statutes, shall be performed by persons licensed for such work or occupation.

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1. Contractor shall employ personnel on this Project meeting the licensing and certification requirements of Chapter 393 of the Connecticut General Statutes for all work defined therein.

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

1.9 EXECUTION

A. Examination:

1. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to calculate the volume of dredge material dredged and to be dredged. See Dredging specification for more detail.

2. Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information (RFI) to the Contracting Officer. Include a detailed description of the issue encountered, together with recommendations for a solution.

B. Progress Cleaning

1. Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Coordinate progress cleaning for joint-use areas where more than one installer has worked.

Enforce requirements strictly. Dispose of materials lawfully.

a. Comply with requirements in NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

b. Containerize hazardous and unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Mark containers appropriately and dispose of legally, according to regulations.

2. Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

3. Clean areas where work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work. Remove liquid spills promptly.

4. Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to written instructions of manufacturer or fabricator of product installed, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended.

5. Clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials already in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

6. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects. The

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contractor is responsible for preventive maintenance on equipment in use prior to final completion and until user training and approval of O&M manual submittal.

1.10 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

A. Performance Requirements and Procedures:

1. General: Practice efficient waste management in the use of materials in the course of the Work. Use all reasonable means to divert construction and demolition waste from landfills and incinerators. Facilitate recycling and salvage of materials.

a. The contractor is responsible for complying with all Federal, State, and local environmental laws and requirements in the execution of this contract.

2. The contractor shall be responsible for the proper management and collection of all wastes generated. No wastes generated by the contractor shall be placed in any Academy waste collection device.

3. The contractor shall provide waste collection containers for all wastes generated that include unregulated trash, regulated wastes (e.g., construction debris, unusable excavated materials, and recyclable used oil), hazardous wastes, and wastewaters that cannot be discharged. The contractor shall submit to the government copies of all weight tickets from the disposal of waste. All waste shall be disposed of in permitted landfills, recycling, or treatment facilities. The COR shall designate to the contractor the sites for contractor’s waste collection containers.

4. All regulated waste generated by the contractor shall be managed in accordance with all Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CTDEEP) requirements (RSCA Title 22A, Environmental Protection) and Federal EPA. The contractor is responsible for properly collecting, managing and paying for the disposal of all regulated waste. The contractor shall submit to the government copies of all weight tickets from the disposal of regulated waste. All regulated waste shall be disposed of in permitted landfills, recycling, or treatment facilities. Procedures for the management of regulated waste will be reviewed at the preconstruction meeting.

5. All hazardous waste or potentially hazardous waste generated by the contractor shall be managed in accordance with all Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA 40 CFR 260 - 266, 268 and 270), CTDEEP requirements (RSCA 22a-449(c)-100 through 110 and 22a-449(c)-11), and Federal EPA rules and regulations. The contractor shall be responsible for the proper collection and management of all hazardous waste. The contractor shall provide DOT approved shippable containers compatible for storing and for disposal of the collected contaminated material. The government will pay the cost for disposal of all hazardous waste. The contractor shall turn over custody of all hazardous waste to the government. The government reserves the option of either transferring hazardous waste to the Less-Than-90-Day-Accumulation Building at the

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Academy, or providing the services of a licensed hazardous waste transporter to pick-up the waste at the construction site for transport to a permitted Treatment, Storage, or Disposal Facility (TSDF). All hazardous waste will be manifested using the Academy's EPA hazardous waste generator identification number. Only the government shall sign hazardous waste manifests and manifests for asbestos material. Procedures for the proper management of hazardous waste will be given to the contractor by the government at the preconstruction meeting.

6. The contractor shall not discharge wastewater to any sewer, sanitary or storm, without a permit or permission from the government. The contractor shall not discharge any wastewater to any building floor, grass area, sidewalk, or street without the permission of the government. Regulated wastewater (hazardous or Connecticut-regulated waste) that is collected shall be managed according to the requirements of this section.

7. The contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local air pollution regulations, which include all CTDEEP requirements of RSCA 22a-174.

a. The contractor shall not release any chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) to the environment when executing this contract.

8. The contractor shall install backflow preventers on any connection made to public water utilities.

9. Spills and Releases: The contractor shall be responsible for, and shall pay all costs for the cleanup and the disposal of wastes from any spills or releases of any hazardous materials (including all wastes) to the environment. All non-incidental spills and releases shall be reported immediately to the Academy's Fire and Emergency at extension 8555 (860-444-8555, if using a portable phone).

B. Project Conditions:

1. Hazardous Materials: Hazardous materials are not present on the project. A report on the presence of hazardous materials is on file for review and use.

Examine report to become aware of locations where hazardous materials are present.

a. Hazardous material remediation is specified elsewhere in the contract documents.

b. Do not disturb hazardous materials or items suspected of containing hazardous materials except under procedures specified elsewhere in the contract documents.

2. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site will not be permitted.

3. Maintain fire-protection facilities in service during selective demolition operations.

1.11 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Final Completion Procedures

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1. Prior to Final Completion: Before requesting final inspection for determining final completion, and final Application for Payment complete the following:

a. Submit closeout submittals, including project record documents, damage or settlement surveys, enrollment forms, multibeam survey, and similar final record information and documents.

2. Contractor's List of Incomplete Items: Prepare and submit a list of items to be completed and corrected (Contractor's punch list), indicating the value of each item on the list and reasons why the Work is incomplete.

3. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection to determine acceptance.

On receipt of request, Government will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. Government will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

a. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

4. List of Incomplete Items (Punch List): Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

a. Submit list of incomplete items in the following format:

1) Microsoft Excel electronic file.

2) Three paper copies. Government will return one copy.

B. Project Record Documents

1. General: Do not use project record documents for construction purposes. Protect project record documents from deterioration and loss. Provide access to project record documents for COR reference during normal working hours.

2. Record Drawings: Maintain and submit one set of record drawings and shop drawings.

a. Mark Record Prints to show the actual installation where installation varies from that shown originally. Require individual or entity who obtained record data, whether individual or entity is installer, subcontractor, or similar entity, to prepare the marked-up record prints.

1) Give particular attention to information on concealed elements that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

2) Record data as soon as possible after obtaining it. Record and check the markup before enclosing concealed installations.

b. Mark record prints with erasable, red-colored pencil. Use other colors to distinguish between changes for different categories of the work at the same location.

c. Note construction change directive numbers, change order numbers, alternate numbers, and similar identification where applicable.

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d. Identify and date each record drawing sheet; include the designation "PROJECT RECORD DRAWING" or “AS-BUILT DRAWING” and date in a prominent location. Organize into manageable sets; bind each set with durable paper cover sheets. Include identification on cover sheets.

e. Submit at project completion, one set of Record/As-Built Drawings in one of the following formats: electronic AutoCAD.dwg format, Adobe pdf format, or blue- or black-line white prints. A copy of the original contract drawings in AutoCAD.dwg format can be obtained from the Government.

3. Record Specifications: Submit one copy of project's specifications, including addenda and contract modifications. Mark copy to indicate the actual product installation where installation varies from that indicated in specifications, addenda, and contract modifications.

a. Give particular attention to information on concealed products and installations that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

b. Mark copy with the proprietary name and model number of products, materials, and equipment furnished, including substitutions and product options selected.

c. Note related change orders and record drawings, where applicable.

4. Miscellaneous Record Submittals: Assemble miscellaneous records required by other specification sections for miscellaneous record keeping and submittal in connection with actual performance of the work. Bind or file miscellaneous records and identify each, ready for continued use and reference.

C. Final Cleaning

1. General Cleaning: Perform final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations. Clean each surface or unit to condition expected in an average commercial cleaning.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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APPENDIX A

SUBMITTAL REGISTER

SUB-

MITTAL

NO.

SPEC

SECTION

NO.

SPEC

PARA

NO.

MATERIAL or PRODUCT

DATE

RECV’D

USCGA

REVIEW

DATE

ACTION

CODE

Bonds and Insurance 010000

1.1.F.1 Certification of Construction Safety & Health training

1.3.A Schedule of Values 1.3.B.3 Payment Forms 1.4.A.1 Subcontractor List 1.4.A.2 Key Personnel Names 1.5.A Contactors Construction Schedule 1.5.C Daily Construction Reports 1.6.A Submittal Schedule/Register 1.8.D Permits, Licenses, and Certifications

1.10.A.3 Landfill Receipts & Disposal Rec-ords

1.10.A.4 Regulated Waste Disposal Records 1.11.A.1.a Closeout Submittals 1.11.A.2 Contractor’s Punch List 1.11.A.3 Inspection 1.11.A.4 List of Incomplete Items 1.11.B.2 Record Drawings 1.11.B.3 Specifications 1.11.B.4 Miscellaneous Record Submittals 024101

1.4.A

Submit manufacturer's description, design (including calculations) and specifications of siltation curtain material.

1.4.B

Submit manufacturer's description, design (including calculations) and specifications of debris boom mate-rial.

352023 1.3.A.1.a Construction Operations Plan 1.3.A.1.b Pre-dredge Hydrographic Survey

1.3.A.1.c

Letter of Acceptance of Govern-ment's Pre-Dredge Hydrographic Survey and associated dredge vol-umes

1.3.A.2.a Dewatering Plan 1.3.A.3.a Post-dredge Hydrographic Survey 1.3.A.3.b Approved Manifest

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SUB-

MITTAL

NO.

SPEC

SECTION

NO.

SPEC

PARA

NO.

MATERIAL or PRODUCT

DATE

RECV’D

USCGA

REVIEW

DATE

ACTION

CODE

1.3.A.4.a USACE Notification 1.3.A.4.b Notice to Fishermen and Mariners

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SECTION 024101 - SILTATION CURTAINS/DEBRIS BOOMS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.0 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Description

2. Scope of Work

3. Related Work

4. Submittals

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Provide all labor, materials, equipment and supervision necessary to complete the work specified in this Section.

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

A. The scope of the work, without limiting the generality thereof, consists of furnishing all labor, materials and equipment for the following items of work and all work incidental thereto as shown on the Drawings and as herein specified.

1. Coordinate work with that of all other trades affecting or affected by work of this Section. Cooperate with such trades to assure the steady progress of all work under the Contract.

2. Installation of floating siltation curtain to prevent the dispersion of sediments disturbed by demolition and construction activities.

3. Installation of floating debris boom to prevent the dispersion of construction materials from demolition and construction activities.

1.3 RELATED WORK

A. Related work specified in other sections:

1. Dredging under DREDGING, SECTION 352023.

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1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit manufacturer's description, design (including calculations) and specifications of siltation curtain material.

B. Submit manufacturer's description, design (including calculations) and specifications of debris boom material.

PART 2 – MATERIALS

2.0 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Siltation Curtain and Debris Boom.

2.1 SILTATION CURTAIN AND DEBRIS BOOM

A. Siltation curtain and debris boom shall be comprised of nonporous material and have sufficient tensile and puncture strength to perform continuously during the construction period.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.0 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Assembly

a. Siltation Curtain

b. Debris Boom

2. Maintenance

3.1 ASSEMBLY

3.1.1 Siltation Curtain

A. The siltation curtain shall be continuously attached to the float over its entire length.

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B. The siltation curtain shall extend from the waterline, through the water column, and terminate at the mudline for all tide cycles. The bottom shall be weighted to ensure that it remains on the mudline at all times, taking into account waves, current, and tide cycle.

C. The siltation curtain shall be secured such that it prevents the dispersion of sediments disturbed by demolition and construction activities without being a hazard to navigation.

3.1.2 Debris Boom

A. The debris boom skirt shall be continuously attached to the float over its entire length.

B. The debris boom shall extend a minimum of 2 feet below the waterline. The bottom shall be sufficiently weighted to ensure stability, taking into account waves, current, and tidal cycle.

C. The debris boom shall be secured such that it prevents the dispersion of construction materials from demolition and construction activities without being a hazard to navigation.

3.2 MAINTENANCE

A. The contractor shall be responsible for continuous maintenance of both the siltation curtains and debris booms to ensure performance.

B. Construction materials retained by both the siltation curtain and debris boom shall be removed and disposed of daily.

C. The siltation curtain and debris booms shall be removed at the end of the construction period and remain the property of the Contractor.

END OF SECTION 024101

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SECTION 352023 - DREDGING

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.0 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Work

2. Definition

3. Submittals

4. Material to be Removed

a. Hard Material

b. Artificial Obstructions

5. Quantity of Material

a. General

b. Overdepth Dredging

c. Side Slopes

6. Permit

7. USACE Notification

8. Notice to Fishermen and Mariners

9. Charges

10. Environmental Protection Requirements

11. Basis for Bids

12. Construction Operations Plan

13. Dewatering Plan

14. Layout Work and Surveys

15. Pre-Dredge Hydrographic Survey

16. Material Sampling and Testing

17. Post-Dredge Hydrographic Survey

18. Materials Transportation

19. Work Area

a. Protection of Existing Waterways and Shoals

b. Adjacent Property and Structures

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1.1 WORK

A. The…