A04_22-RF-010_SOW.pdf

Road, Trail, and Parking Lot Repairs project at the

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge located in

Scott County, Minnesota

United States Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service

Infrastructure Management Division Region 3, Bloomington, MN 55437-1458

May 2022

PROJECT MANUAL

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PART III, SECTION J

LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

INDEX

TECHNICAL PROVISIONS/SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01100 SUMMARY OF THE WORK

SECTION 01310 PROJECT COORDINATION

SECTION 01330 SUBMITTALS

SECTION 01420 DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

SECTION 01770 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

DIVISION 2 – SITE CONSTRUCTION

SECTION 02071 SELECTIVE DEMO

SECTION 02120 AGGREGATE BASE AND SURFACE

SECTION 02200 EXCAVATION

SECTION 02230 SITE CLEARING

SECTION 02485 LAWNS AND GRASSES

SECTION 02630 WATER DRAINAGE

DIVISION 3 through 16 – NOT USED

ATTACHMENTS:

SUBMITTAL REGISTER

LOCATION MAP

PRECONSTRUCTION SAFETY CHECKLIST

DIVISION 1 SECTION 01100

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY OF THE WORK

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PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 Project Title: Resurfacing of existing roads, trails, and parking lots within the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge.

1.2 Work Under These Specifications: The Fish & Wildlife

Service is requesting proposals to rehabilitate and resurface several existing roads, trails, and parking lots at the Minnesota Valley NWR. The existing roads, trails, and parking lots are in need of repairs due to flooding in recent years. As part of this project, the FWS would like to regrade all parts of the road, trail, and parking lots to remove any silt or debris from the flooding. Additional aggregate shall then be installed and compacted at the specified thickness for each project. Additional improvements shall also be required for each project as provided herein.

The contractor shall furnish materials, labor, and equipment for the work described below.

Work includes but is not limited to:

1. Coordinating with a local aggregate supplier to provide an aggregate mixture meeting the specifications. Developing a quality control program including testing to ensure the specifications and moisture content are consistently obtained.

2. Remove existing silt, debris, boulders, trees, and other obstructions as required to allow for regrading of the roads, trails, and parking areas.

3. Preparing, regrading, and sloping the existing roads, trails, and parking lots in preparation for placement of the aggregate.

4. Installing the aggregate to the specified widths and depths.

5. Compacting the aggregate to the required specifications

6. Backfilling, compacting and seeding roadside slopes to ensure no edge drop-off and other associated work as required by the drawings and specifications provided.

Special Notes:

The contractor shall be required to implement a traffic control plan that limits roadways to be

01100-2 closed to traffic during working hours only, employees and visitors shall have access while construction is not being performed. The contractor shall stage construction to ensure access to all facilities.

This work shall not be measured for payment and shall be paid for on a lump sum basis, complete. See drawings for details on each proposed project. The roads, trails, and parking lots to be improved are as follows:

1. Duck Lane

2. Jailhouse Parking lot

3. Jab’s Trail

4. Middle Road

1.3 Location and Inspection Of Site

A. The work site is located at the Minnesota Valley

NWR near Bloomington, Minnesota as shown on the included drawings. The mailing address is shown on the Solicitation, Offer, and Award (Standard Forms 1442 or, 18 block 9) as attached to this Invitation.

B. All prospective bidders/quoters, contractors, subcontractors, and related persons are encouraged to visit the site(s) of the proposed work and to assess the location(s) and extent of the work prior to submitting bids/quotes. Persons may inspect the work site by contacting the WMD Manager. All questions regarding the scope of work shall be presented in writing to the Contract Officer.

1.4 Specifications and Drawings for Construction

A. The successful bidder will be provided, upon request, a digitial pdf of the half size prints of the contract drawings and a pdf of the specifications as necessary for execution of this contract. These drawings will be provided at no additional cost to the successful bidder/quoter.

B. Exact location of all affected utilities will be the responsibility of the contractor. Drawings

01100-3 do not completely show existing utilities. Site verification is required in addition to contacting any local authorities and utility companies to determine exact locations of utilities.

C. In case of difference between drawings and specifications, the specifications shall govern.

1.5 Work Not Included In This Contract

A. All items indicated "NIC" on drawings or in specifications are items not included in this contract.

B. Work in place is generally shown as "Existing" on the Contract Drawings.

C. Work to be performed under other contracts and not included as part of this contract is generally shown as "By Others" on the Contract Drawings.

1.6 Items Provided By The Government

A. Work to be accomplished by the Government or manufactured items to be provided by the Government are generally shown as "By Government" on the Contract Drawings.

1. Unless specifically provided herein, no materials or equipment shall be furnished by the Government under this Contract.

1.7 Temporary Facilities

A. Maintain and restore all Government roads, service areas and utilities used to pre-construction condition.

B. Temporary Toilet facilities will be required for workers throughout the project.

C. Water needed for compaction, cleanup, or other needs shall not be provided by the Government.

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1.8 Site Access, Staking and Right of Way

A. The construction access limits on Government property will be established by the Government and the Contractor shall be responsible for complying with these limits and governing all work accordingly. All temporary access roads shall be removed following work completion unless directed otherwise by the Contracting Officer.

B. Construction staking will not be provided by the

Government, the contractor shall include all costs to stakeout, mark, survey, or otherwise layout the work to be accomplished as part of this contract.

C. Maintain traffic in a safe manner with signs, barricades, lights, and watchmen as required.

Follow Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Load limits and other restrictions shall be obeyed. All bidders are reminded that they are responsible for contacting the local entity such as township, county, or state having jurisdiction in the project vicinity to insure bidders/quoters are aware of any requirements of the local entity. These requirements are between the entity and the bidder. If the Contractor proposes to cross private property, permission must be obtained from the owner to use private property or roads in the conduct of the Work.

D. Work scheduled on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal

Holidays or other than normal working hours shall be approved in advance by the Government.

1.9 Safety - In addition to FAR 52.236-13 Accident

Prevention

A. The contractor shall designate a safety officer to ensure a safe work site. The safety officer shall perform daily work site inspections to assure compliance with all safety regulations and standards.

B. The Contractor’s Safety Plan shall be available on-site. The Contractor shall provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous materials brought

01100-5 on-site. SDS shall be made available in a conspicuous location.

C. The Contractor shall provide a Pre-construction

Safety Checklist during the preconstruction conference.

D. All equipment and work activities shall comply with OSHA Regulations and all accidents incidental to work performed under this contract shall be reported in accordance with OSHA reporting requirements. Additionally, a copy of the accident report shall be provided to the Contracting Officer.

E. The contractor shall provide and install barricades, signs, or other warning devices to delineate & warn the public of the construction area.

F. Provide at least one non-freezing-type fire extinguisher in each workshop and shed used for storage of materials on the premises. Place in location readily accessible to workers.

G. Provide at least one non-freezing-type fire extinguisher of the appropriate class for each group of workers performing flammable procedures.

H. Provide and maintain a basic first aid kit for use of workers.

(a) Provide first aid supply commensurate with size of project with items necessary for first aid treatment of all injuries. The first aid supply shall include items identified on SDS (see paragraph B of this section) in applicable locations.

(b) Advise all workers of the location of first aid supplies.

(c) Post telephone numbers of nearest hospital or ambulance service and fire station in conspicuous location. Advise all workers of location of telephone numbers.

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I. Provide necessary Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as identified by SDS and OSHA regulations.

Provide documentation, workers have been trained in use of PPE prior to individual use.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

(END OF SECTION 01100)

DIVISION 1 SECTION 01310

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PROJECT COORDINATION

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 Jobsite Administration - Superintendence, Subcontract

administration and Quality Control, is the responsibility of the Contractor.

A. Final decisions relative to items in conflict shall be made by the Contracting Officer.

B. The Government shall have the authority to temporarily suspend the Work for such time as necessary because of the failure on the part of the Contractor to perform any of the provisions of the Contract. No extension of contract performance time will be permitted until the Government determines that the deficiencies in performance, which caused the temporary suspension, have been corrected.

C. The Contractor shall have responsible superintendence on site during all project operations. Contractor shall notify Government of any changes of superintendents.

D. The Contractor shall notify the COR at least ten (10) days prior to the anticipated date of completion of all Work specified herein. Upon completion of the Work, the COR shall proceed with the final inspection which shall be completed as promptly as practicable.

The time required for such inspection and for performing any corrective Work shall be included in the contract performance time.

1.2 Modification/Change Order procedures

A. In the event of the need for a Change Order, the Contractor will receive a letter requesting a price quote for proposed changes to the Contract.

B. For evaluation purposes, the Contractor's quote shall be broken down to show the costs of labor and materials for each proposed category of Work included with the change, along with the total cost for

DIVISION 1 SECTION 01310

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PROJECT COORDINATION

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Contractor's overhead, profit, and bond for the proposed changes.

C. All Contract time extensions required as a result of a proposed change must be justified and supported in detail at the time of the proposal.

1.3 Preconstruction Conference

A. Soon after award of the Contract and prior to commencing construction, the Contractor and any subcontractors shall attend a preconstruction conference with representatives of the Government.

Timely notification of the meeting will be given to the Contractor. Time, date, and place of the conference will be determined by the Contracting Officer. Requirements pertaining to Contract administration, construction operations and the project schedule will be discussed. The Preconstruction Safety Checklist shall be submitted for review during this conference.

1.4 Progress Meetings

A. Periodic general project meetings will be conducted with a representative of the Contractor at the project site or by telephone by the Government's representative for the purpose of coordinating, expediting, and assessing the work progress.

B. The Contractor shall provide reports of progress on the project, discuss the work schedule for the coming period and present all conflicts, discrepancies or other difficulties for resolution. A record of discussions and decisions will be prepared by the Government and distributed to those attending and others affected.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (not Applicable)

(END OF SECTION 01310)

DIVISION 1 SECTION 01330

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SUBMITTALS

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1.1 General:

A. Refer to submittal register or technical specifications for all submittals required.

B. When specifically requested by the Contracting Officer

(CO), Contractor’s Officer’s Representative (COR) or the Government’s Construction Inspector, the Contractor shall provide copies of manufacturer's written installation instructions and/or recommendations for review and approval prior to accomplishing equipment installation.

1.2 Submittal Register:

A. A submittal register, listing all items requiring submittals under this solicitation, is provided as an attachment to this document. The Contractor shall provide all required submittals to the COR within 10 days of award except for items noted otherwise on the submittal register.

B. Unless submitted by email, furnish a minimum of four paper copies of all required submittals. Three copies will be retained by the Government. The remaining copies will be returned to the Contractor.

C. The approval of submittals shall not relieve the

Contractor to comply with the terms and conditions of the Contract Drawings and Specifications. The Contractor shall be responsible to determine correct dimension, design, connection, detail and satisfactory construction of all Work.

1.3 Project Schedule: Contractor shall provide as required by

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. *

1.4 Price Breakdown - Lump Sum Items: Contractor shall provide as required by FAR clauses. *

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1.5 Subcontractor's List

A. Submit a list of subcontractors who will be working on the project.

1.6 Submittal of Progress Payment Certificate: Contractor shall provide as required by FAR clauses. *

1.7 Guarantees, Warranties And Certificates: Refer to Section

01770

1.8 Operating And Maintenance Instruction: Refer to Section

01770

1.9 Delivery Tickets

A. The Contractor shall submit to the Government's on site representative, one legible copy of each delivery ticket for all material delivered to the construction site.

B. The delivery ticket shall show brand name, catalog number, and number of items received.

1.10 Waste Manifests

A. The Contractor shall submit copies of all waste manifests.

B. Manifests shall state type of waste (i.e., construction debris, hazardous asbestos, etc.), location of disposal, landfill designation, EPA registration of landfill, and EPA registration for transportation of any hazardous wastes.

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* The applicable FAR clauses will be provided in full text to the resultant contractor at the pre-construction conference.

(END OF SECTION 01330)

DIVISION 1 SECTION 01420

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

01420-1

1.1 Regulatory Requirements

A. All Work shall be accomplished in strict accordance with the regulations, codes, and laws in effect at the time the Work is performed for the location where it is to be performed. All completed construction shall comply with OSHA, NFPA, NEC and ADA regulations.

B. All work performed on this project shall comply with

Title 40, Protection of the Environment, Code of Federal Regulations.

C. All electrical installations, components and work shall comply with the most current edition of NFPA 70 National Electric Code.

1.2 Means and Methods

A. Means and methods used in the performance of this Contract must be in accordance with all applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations in addition to OSHA regulations, 29 Code of Federal Regulations, acceptable industry practices as recognized by societies, associations, building codes, manufacturers’ specifications and any applicable state safety and health requirements.

1.3 Permits

A. All permits required to support the construction activities such as road permits for oversize, overweight vehicles and equipment, bridge permits, and utility hookup permits, shall be obtained and paid for by the Contractor.

(END OF SECTION 01420)

DIVISION 1 SECTION 01770

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PROJECT CLOSEOUT

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1.1 Manufacturer's Specifications

A. The installation of manufactured products and equipment, together with all associated parts, shall be in conformance with the manufacturer's recommendations, and code requirements. All installations shall be complete and ready for immediate use, and every part required for proper operation of the manufacturer's equipment shall be provided. Following the completion of the Work under this Contract, all installed equipment shall be tested for proper operation and compliance with the Contract.

1.2 Final Inspection

A. The Contractor shall request a final inspection in writing at least ten (10) days prior to the anticipated date of completion.

B. Work will not be considered ready for final inspection until all the Work has been completed and the Contractor has certified that all items are properly operating and in strict compliance with all Contract terms and conditions.

C. The Contractor or the project supervisor shall be at the job site during the final inspection.

1.3 Tests

A. Complete all tests required to prove actual operating performance of equipment and systems incorporated into the project.

B. Submit reports of all tests to the Contracting Officer prior to final payment.

C. Provide any regulatory acceptance documents in cases of cleanup.

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1.4 Maintenance and Operating Instructions

A. Submit three (3) final copies of all operating, maintenance instructions and parts lists for all equipment and systems that require adjustment, servicing, and attention for proper operation.

Include all information necessary for proper operation of equipment. Use simple, non-technical language where possible. Provide all necessary diagrams and schematics required by repairmen. Any hazards likely to occur in operation of equipment shall be pointed out to avoid improper operation of any equipment that might result in damage or danger to equipment, building or personnel.

B. Final copies of all maintenance and operating information shall be submitted in bound form as a "Manual of Operating Instructions" with items grouped by sections of Work. Append each manual with name, address, telephone number of Contractor, subcontractor and companies or individuals providing service for equipment used.

C. Provide competent personnel to meet with the

Government representative to fully explain and familiarize the Government personnel with all equipment and its operation and maintenance.

1.5 Record Drawings:

The Contractor shall provide and maintain in proper order and in good, clean condition, at the project office or at the project site, one (1) complete set of full size prints of all Drawings. On this set, with red pencil or ink, the Contractor will neatly inscribe all changes in Work. At time of final acceptance, and prior to final payment, these corrected prints will be presented to the COR. The Contractor will note all data and changes on these record drawings in sufficient detail and clarity to provide information necessary for preparation of "as built" drawings by the Government.

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1.6 Guarantees, Warranties and Certificates

A. The Contractor will submit all guarantees, warranties and certificates to the Government prior to final payment.

B. The Government requires a 100% warranty for a period of one full year after final acceptance. Items of Work found defective during the warranty period will be replaced at no cost to the Government and the warranty for that particular part of the Work shall automatically extend for one full year beyond the completion date of repairs.

C. If a manufacturer or supplier offers a guarantee in excess of the one year requirement outlined herein, then the longer guarantee period will apply for those particular items.

(END OF SECTION 01770)

DIVISION 2 SECTION 02071

SITE WORK SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

02071-1

1.1. General

A. The work of this section consists of the demolition and removal of debris and other miscellaneous items as required by the specifications and drawings.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 Disposal

1. Concrete or other non-regulated demolition material shall be removed from the site and disposed of in accordance with state and local regulations.

2. All hazardous demolition material such as asbestos, treated wood or asphalt pavement shall be removed from the site and disposed of in an EPA licensed landfill or recycle center as otherwise required by state and local regulations.

3. The contractor is encouraged to take any non-regulated materials removed from this project to a recycling center.

3.2 Execution

1. All existing pavements, structures, or other surfaces shall be saw-cut at removal limits. The contractor shall take special precautions to ensure saw dust or water used during sawing does not enter the pollute the adjacent river, creek, or lakes.

2. The Contractor shall erect temporary supports as needed in order to do any demolition required.

3. The Contractor shall erect temporary water dams, barriers, or diversions in order dewater the area in

DIVISION 2 SECTION 02071

SITE WORK SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

02071-2 order to construct the additional improvements.

4. The Contractor shall take precautions to insure that the remaining structures are not damaged. Any damage to the structure shall be repaired at the Contractor's expense.

5. Areas disturbed by the demolition which are not incor-porated into the new work shall be restored to their original condition or better, even if the original condition was poor.

(END OF SECTION 02071)

DIVISION 2 SECTION 02120

SITEWORK AGGREGATE BASE & SURFACE

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 Summary

A. Work covered under this Section includes providing all materials, equipment, and labor necessary to construct base and surface materials for roads, trails, and parking lots.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. American Society for Testing and Materials, Current Edition, hereafter referred to as ASTM.

B. Minnesota Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Construction, Latest Edition, hereafter referred to as MNDOT Standard Specifications.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Aggregate for Base and Surfaces: Submit Gradation, Material Certification, and Stockpile location.

B. Test Reports: Provide successful Aggregate compaction test reports prior to submitting progress payment.

PART 2: PRODUCTS

2.1 AGGREGATE BASE

A. Aggregate base materials shall be crushed limestone conforming to the requirements of MNDOT Specification, Section 3138, Class 5. No recycled concrete, slag, or other materials may be used.

2.2 AGGREGATE SURFACE

A. Aggregate surface materials shall be crushed limestone conforming to the requirements of MNDOT Specification, Section 3138, Class 2. No recycled concrete, slag, or other materials may be used.

PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 REMOVAL

A. Removal areas shall be prepared to the lines and grades as shown in the drawings, typical section, or cross sections.

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SITEWORK AGGREGATE BASE & SURFACE

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3.2 AGGREGATE BASE & SURFACE

A. Install new aggregate material, as necessary, to obtain a nice smooth, even base/surface for existing road, trail, and parking lot repair, new roadways, and concrete structure construction. Compact aggregate to 95% of Modified Proctor Density, ASTM D 1557. Aggregate material density shall be tested approximately every 100 feet along road, trail, or parking lot.

B. Moisture content shall be sufficient to prevent segregation of aggregate and to obtain satisfactory compaction. Use of a central mixing plant to obtain moisture content will be permissible, but wetting aggregate in cars, bins, stock piles, or trucks will not be permitted. Aggregate shall be delivered to the job site within plus or minus 2% of optimum moisture content.

C. Construct base/surface in layers not more than 4" compacted thickness.

3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. The CONTRACTOR shall establish and maintain quality control for Work covered under this Section to assure compliance with the contract requirements, including compaction test results as requested by GOVERNMENT. The CONTRACTOR shall employ a qualified testing agency to perform compaction testing. Testing shall be accomplished as shown above.

(END OF SECTION 02600)

DIVISION 2 SECTION 02200

SITE WORK EXCAVATION, TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING

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1.1 General

A. The requirements of this section shall include the excavation, dewatering, dredging, backfilling, compaction, and grading necessary for the installation of the improvements as required by the specifications, drawings, or as specified herein.

B. The Contractor shall have the local utility field mark utility locations and verify location of existing utilities prior to excavation.

C. The Contractor shall design and construct a dewatering system in order to keep all excavations and areas to receive fill free of water.

D. The Contractor shall compact all locations disturbed by construction operations to eliminate voids and settling.

E. The Contractor shall grade all areas excavated or otherwise disturbed by the construction activities to a smooth surface, free of holes or lumps and sloped to drain away from buildings and equipment.

F. All equipment to be used on-site shall be washed prior to arrival to prevent the spread of invasive species.

1.2 Submittals

A. Granular Material: Submit Gradation, Material

Certification, and Stockpile location.

B. Sheet Piling/Dewatering Plan: Submit plan for temporary sheet piling, cofferdams, and dewatering system.

C. Test Report: Provide successful compaction tests reports prior to submitting for progress payment.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

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2.1 Materials

A. Embankment material: All storm sewer excavations going through roadways shall be backfilled with new Granular Material. All excavated materials not suitable for backfill shall be removed and disposed of off-site.

B. Granular Material: Granular material furnished and used in the work shall consist of natural sand or a mixture of sand with gravel, crushed gravel, or crushed stone.

Granular material shall meet the Minnesota Department of Transportation specification (Class V). No recycled concrete, slag, or other materials will be allowed

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 Execution

A. Pipe Trench Excavation

1. All trench areas shall be excavated and free (stripped) of any gravel, topsoil, or vegetation.

2. Over-excavation below grade shall be corrected by replacing and compacting with granular material to 100 percent of Standard Proctor density.

3. Slopes: Excavated to at least the angle of repose and as required by the State or OSHA, whichever is more restrictive. Brace, shore, and otherwise support excavations in order to protect property and provide worker safety.

4. Drive temporary sheet piling and use other means to create cofferdams if needed. Design and install dewatering systems as required to install improvements.

5. Pile excavated material in a manner that will not endanger work or pollute the adjacent waters.

Remove excavated materials from the site prior to the end of each day.

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6. Trenches: Dewater trenches using wells, pumps, or or other means as necessary to excavate trench and install improvements. Hold ground water level to a minimum 2 feet below bedding.

7. Direct surface and groundwater discharges to natural drainage channels or drains downstream of water control structure. Provide energy dissipation at discharge point of dewatering wells or points (if used). Provide dewatering sedimentation basins at discharge point of trench sump pump or provide filter bag to trap sediment and other pollutants from entering creek.

8. Over-excavate when bottom of trench contains unstable or unsuitable material. Bring excavation up to grade with compacted granular material.

Notify COR of soil conditions which may be poor bearing capacity and when organic soils are encountered. Install additional rock stabilization when necessary.

9. Provide temporary support, remove, relocate, or reconstruct existing utilities located within trench excavation. Utility owner shall designate method employed. Use care and provide compacted fill or other stable support for utility crossings to prevent displacement, rupture, or failure.

10. Excavate to expose existing utilities that cross in close proximity to new pipe line to determine utilities' location ahead of pipe installation to avoid grade conflict. Measure to determine utilities' location relative to new pipe line location. Deviation from alignment, grade, and location to avoid conflict may be ordered by the Engineer. Plan work with Engineer at preconstruction conference and coordinate activities during course of work.

11. All excavations shall comply with OSHA 29CFR1926-

Subpart P – Excavations.

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B. Backfill and fill areas

1. Backfill storm sewers with granular materials.

Other fill areas shall be locally available clay or loam fill.

2. Backfill and Fill shall be placed in uniform depth layers not exceeding a loose depth of 8-inches and shall be compacted over the entire width Backfill not meeting the requirement shall be excavated and recompacted.

3. Hand operated compaction equipment only, will be permitted in all excavations. Vibrating Plate compactors can be used instead of “jumping jack” type compactors.

4. Compact granular materials to 95% of Modified

Proctor Density, per ASTM D 1557. Provide compaction test results to COR for each 8” layer of backfill. Testing shall be performed by a qualified testing company.

5. All trenches or areas to receive fill shall be shored as necessary, in accordance with OSHA requirements. The trench shall be wide enough to permit operation of hand operated compaction equipment without damaging the pipes.

6. Excavated material not suitable or required for backfill shall be disposed of legally.

(END OF SECTION 02200)

DIVISION 2 SECTION 02485

SITE CONSTRUCTION LAWNS & GRASSES

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SECTION 02485 – LAWNS AND GRASSES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section includes establishment of herbaceous ground cover on designated areas or other areas disturbed during construction.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 02200 - Excavation, Backfilling and Compaction

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit certified test report for each seed mixture.

1.03 ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

A. Turf establishment will be accepted on a total project basis.

B. All erosion control items must also be in place and properly maintained prior to acceptance.

1.04 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Protect seed from moisture, heat, rodents, and other damage prior to use.

B. Deliver fertilizer in waterproof bags showing weight, chemical analysis and name of manufacturer.

1.05 SCHEDULE OF WORK

A. Coordinate turf establishment to minimize lag time after topsoil placement.

B. Plant seed between May 1 and September 20.

1.06 MAINTENANCE

A. Maintain and repair all areas until final acceptance.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 SEED MIXTURE

A. Seed Mixture for sunny areas:

1. Park Kentucky Bluegrass: 60 percent

2. Fine Leaf Perennial Ryegrass: 30 percent

3. Creeping Red Fescue Grass: 10 percent

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2.02 SOIL MATERIALS

A. Topsoil: Fertile, agricultural soil, typical for locality, capable of sustaining vigorous plant growth, taken from drained site; free of subsoil, clay or impurities, plants, weeds and roots; pH value of minimum 5.4 and maximum 7.0.

2.03 MULCH

A. Mulch shall be 99% weed free straw or hay mulch spread evenly over the areas to be seeded.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SOIL PREPARATIONS

A. Remove all undesirable weeds as directed.

B. Loosen topsoil on all areas with 2:1 slopes or flatter prior to seeding.

C. Cultivate to a depth of 2 inches using discs or other suitable equipment.

D. Operate equipment at right angles to direction of drainage.

E. Fill all washouts prior to cultivation.

F. Finish all areas to provide a smooth, moist, even-textured foundation of uniform density.

G. Approval of the COTR is required prior to placing seed.

3.02 FERTILIZING

A. Apply fertilizer in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

B. Apply after smooth raking of topsoil and prior to roller compaction.

C. Do not apply fertilizer at same time or with same machine as will be used to apply seed.

D. Mix thoroughly into upper 2 inches of topsoil.

E. Lightly water to aid the dissipation of fertilizer.

3.03 SEEDING

A. Apply seed at a rate of 4 pounds per 1000 square feet evenly in two intersecting directions. Rake in lightly.

B. Do not seed areas in excess of that which can be mulched on same day.

C. Do not sow immediately following rain, when ground is too dry, or during windy periods.

D. Apply water with a fine spray immediately after each area has been mulched. Saturate to 4-inches of soil.

END OF SECTION 02485

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PRECONSTRUCTION SAFETY CHECKLIST

PROJECT LOCATION:

PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

DATE:

NAME AND ADDRESS OF

CO NT RACT OR :

NAME OF CONTRACTOR

SU PER INT EN DE NT /FO RE M AN

NAME OF SERVICE

CONTRACTING OFFICER:

NAM E O F C ON TR ACT OR ’S

COM PETEN T PERSO N (PER 29

CFR

PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION

STAR T D ATE:

PROJECT T ITLE: CONTRACT NUMBER:

The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) places safety and health as a top priority at all Service contracted construction sites (360 FW 4). The contractor has ultimate responsibility for safety during construction until final completion and acceptance of the project by FWS.

This checklist serves as an assurance tool/guide in assessing safety program preparations of the contractor, and is not all-inclusive. As tasks change and new risks and hazards are introduced, you may need to address additional safeguards and corrective measures.

The contractor and subcontractor(s) must comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations applicable to the construction project, including requirements set forth w ithin solicitation provisions and contract clauses (e.g., FAR 52.236-13 “Accident Prevention” with Alternate I and Special Provisions). It is the responsibility of the contractor/subcontractor(s) to adhere to regulations found at 29 CFR 1910, 1926, and 1928. (See page 5 for Table of Contents of OSHA Construction Safety Standards.) Each contractor/subcontractor must initiate and maintain an effective safety program that provides adequate systematic policies, procedures, and practices to protect their employees from, and allow them to recognize, job-related safety and health hazards. The program must include provisions for the systematic identification, evaluation, and prevention/control of general work s ite hazards, specific job hazards, and potential hazards that may arise from foreseeable conditions, as well as providing a competent person to conduct frequent and regular inspections. The contractor must instruct each employee to recognize and avoid unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to the work environm ent.

The contractor will address the following items prior to and/or during the Preconstruction Conference (the Contracting

Officer/Contracting Officer’s Representative will record these items):

1.

FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention, Alternate I and applicable safety provisions?

The contractor has read and understands his/her re spo nsibilities for compliance with contractual safety language -

NO ___YES ___

2. Has contractor prepared a Safety Plan that analyzes anticipated hazards of the project and indicates how the hazards will be controlled?

use, scaffolding, excavat

Contractor must identify specific procedures for controlling hazardous operations such as crane

NO ___ion/trenching, hot work/welding, etc,. ES ___ Y N/A

FWS Form 3-2199 05/03 Page 1 of 5

3. How will contractor/subcontractor address the four leading hazards of construction work: falls, struck by, caught in/betw nd electr ical?

4. The “Designated Competent Person” (responsible for the pro ject’s safety and health performance) is knowledgeable corrective measures?

in applicable OSHA regulations and capable of identifying existing/predictable hazards, and has the authority to prompt

YES ___ NO ___

5.

haza

Do contractor and subcon tractor em ployees know wha t to do in the event of an em erge ncy (e.g., injury, fire, accident, ESYrdous material spill, etc.) with regard to the following actions? NO

a. Notification of Departm ent, FW S Facility Manager, CO, COR, CI, etc.

b. Means of com munication with contact numbers (e.g., radio, cellular, pager, etc.).

c. Availability of first-aid/medically-trained contractor personnel with appropriate medical supplies.

d. Personnel (including subcontractors) knowledge of location for imm ediate aid (e.g., first-aid, etc.).

e. Evacuation routes, signals, and procedures are provided to all on-site personnel.

f. Safety and health information disseminated to all site personnel (e.g., contractor and subcontractor employees).

6.

(If no, skip to # 7)

a. Location and type of trailer (office or equipment).

b. Telephone hook-up.

c. Electrical hook-up.

d.

W ill a contractor/s ubc ontra ctor tra iler be broug ht on site and its hook-up/p lacem ent coord inated with COR /CI?

e. Propane used for heating?

f. Serve as first-aid station? YES

Vehicle parking arrang em ent (adequate space).

YES ___

___NO ___

NO ___

7. Is contractor aware that he/she must ensure construction area is clearly delineated and posted with appropriate warning signs (e .g., “Hard Hat Area”, “Construction Site – CLOSED”, rea C losed to Public”, etc.), and that instructional signs (e.g., designated parking area, etc.) and flagmen or barriers may be required? Yes No

Housekeeping - Is contractor/subcontractor aware that they must ensure that following acceptable housekeeping

NO

“A

8.

standards are practiced from project’s start to finish?

YES

a. Form/scrap lumber with protruding nails and all other debris shall be kept clear from work areas.

b. Combustible scrap and debris shall be removed at regular/frequent intervals.

c. Materials shall be stored with regard to their fire characteristics with effective fire protection and prevention measures used.

d. An enclosed chute shall be used whenever materials are dropped more than 20 feet to an exterior point of a building.

e. Aisles, exits, and passageways shall be kept clear and in good repair.

9.

Is contractor aware of following Environmental and Personal Controls standards? YES NO

a. Potable water provided.

b. Restroom facilities provided.

c. W ashing facility provided for employees engaged in operations involving harmful substances.

d. Intoxicating beverages, controlled substances, and/or firearms are not permitted under any circumstances on the construction site.

e. All activities in or around water bodies must be in compliance with regulations for worker safety, including personal flotation devices or buoyant work vests, lifelines, ring buoys and guardrails while working over or adjacent to water hazards, and from barges, boats, and/or launches.

FWS Form 3-2199 05/03 Page 2 of 5

10.

a. Confined Space.

b. Scaffolding.

c. Fall Protection.

d. Hazard Comm unication.

e. Lockout/Tagout.

f. Respiratory Protection.

g. First Aid.

Is contractor/subcontactor aware that following employee training considerations may need to be addressed?

YES NO

11. Contractor/subcontractor is responsible for requiring the wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment in all operations where there is an exposure to hazardous conditions or where the need is indicated for using such equipment to reduce the hazard to their employee(s). The contractor/subcontractor is also responsible for ensuring equipment may include the following: Discussed with contractor?

that personnel using protective equipment shall be trained and medically qualified to do so. Such personal protective

a. Eye and face protection (safety goggles, safety glasses, welding goggles, face shields, etc.).

b. Protective footwear (safety shoes, boots).

c. Protective gloves (leather, rubber, insulated).

d. Respirators (dust, half-face, full-face, etc.).

e. Hearing protection (ear plugs, muffs, etc.).

f. Coast Guard-approved PFD/buoyant vest.

g. Fall protection equipm ent.

12. Tools (hand, electric,…