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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION, SECTION & PARAGRAPH NUMBERING

The numbering and lettering of sections and paragraphs in this Project Manual are merely for identification.

Sections included are listed in this Table of Contents together with the number of pages in each section.

The Contractor shall check their copies of the Project Manual against this Table of Contents and confirm there are no missing pages or sections.

NUMBER TITLE NO. OF PAGES

00 01 10 Table of Contents

00 01 15 Index of Drawings

00 01 20 Contract Price Schedule

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 Summary of Work

01 11 40 Work Restrictions

01 26 01 Contract Modification Procedures

01 27 00 Definition of Contract Price Items

01 31 00 Project Management & Coordination

01 32 16 Construction Schedule

01 32 33 Photographic Documentation

01 33 23 Submittal Procedures

01 35 13.22 Archeological Protection

01 35 23 Safety Requirements

01 40 00 Quality Requirements

01 42 00 References

01 50 00 Temporary Facilities & Controls

01 57 19.12 Noise & Acoustics Management

01 57 23 Under-An-Acre Pollution Prevention

01 67 00 Product Requirements

01 73 40 Execution

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management & Disposal

01 77 00 Closeout Procedures

01 78 23 Operation & Maintenance Data

01 79 00 Demonstration & Training

01 81 13 Sustainable Design Requirements for Non-LEED Projects

01 91 13 General Commissioning Requirements

Appendix A – Submittal List

Appendix B – Closeout List

See Specifications Volume 2 for required Division 2 thru 49 work.

BISC – 201558 INDEX OF DRAWINGS - 1

INDEX OF DRAWINGS

GENERAL INFORMATION

Sheet Subsheet Title

1 --- Cover Sheet

2 G1.0 General Notes

3 G1.1 Symbols Legend

4 G1.2 Abbreviations

5 G1.3 Valve Rehab Table

6 G1.4 Phasing & Staging Plan – Phase 1 West

7 G1.5 Phasing & Staging Plan – Phase 1 East

8 G1.6 Phasing & Staging Plan – Phase 2 West

9 G1.7 Phasing & Staging Plan – Phase 2 East

CIVIL

10 C1.0 Overall Site Plan Sheet Index

11 C1.1 Survey Control

12 C1.2 Surface Restoration – North West

13 C1.3 Surface Restoration – North East

14 C1.4 Surface Restoration – South West

15 C1.5 Surface Restoration – South East

16 C1.6 Site Plan – North Water Loop West

17 C1.7 Site Plan – North Water Loop East

18 C1.8 Site Plan – South Water Loop West

19 C1.9 Site Plan – South Water Loop East

20 D1.0 General Details

21 D1.1 General Details

22 D1.2 General Details

23 D1.3 General Details

END OF SECTION

BISC - 201558 CONTRACT PRICE SCHEDULE - 1

CONTRACT PRICE SCHEDULE

SOLICITATION NUMBER:

PARK - PMIS: 201558

DEVELOPED AREA: Biscayne National Park (BISC)

PROJECT TITLE: Replace Gate Valves at Convoy

Notice: Refer to FAR Clause 52.217-5, Evaluation of Options, as prescribed in FAR 17. Offerors are required to submit, a minimum, an offer that conforms to the solicitation documents with pricing for Base line items and all option line items. Failure to do so may render the proposal unacceptable. On lump-sum line items, provide the total price only. For all unit-priced line items, provide the unit price and the extended total price. If no specific line item exists for a portion of the work, include the costs in a related item. In case of error in calculation of extended prices, the unit price governs. In case of error in summation, the total of the corrected amounts govern.

Round totals and extended prices to whole dollars. The Government reserves the right to award any or no options at or after the time of award. At the option of the Government, the period for exercise of options at the proposed prices shall extend 180 calendar days from the date of award. Pricing will be evaluated based on what is determined to be the best value to the Government. Options may be exercised in any combination, order, or grouping deemed in the judgment of the Contracting Officer to offer the best value to the Government.

CONTRACT

LINE-ITEM

NUMBER

(CLIN)

CONTRACT LINE ITEM (CLI) TITLE QUANTITY

UNIT OF

MEASURE

UNIT PRICE TOTAL PRICE

North Waterline Loop Valve Replacement

1 LS $

South Waterline Loop Valve Replacement

1 LS $

3 Asphalt Pavement Restoration 1 LS $

TOTAL BASE PRICE (Contract Line-Item Number 1 through 3) -------------------------------------------------- $

TOTAL PRICE FOR ALL OPTIONS (Contract Line Item Numbers X through X) ----------------------------- $

TOTAL PROPOSED PRICE - BASE PLUS ALL OPTIONS (Contract Line Item Numbers 1 through 3) --- $

DIVISION 01

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by the Contract Documents.

2. Work phases.

3. Contractor use of the site.

4. Public use of the site.

5. Buildings.

6. Work Restrictions.

7. Special Construction Requirements.

8. Work under other contracts.

9. Government Furnished Materials.

10. Occupancy requirements for buildings.

11. Additional Reports.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Location: This project is located in Biscayne National Park south of Miami, Florida approximately 9 miles east of Homestead, Florida.

B. The work consists of the following:

1. This project is a waterline improvement project of a system that has two waterline loops of which partially overlap along the main road entrance to the visitor center and are separated by a canal. The project designates the loops as the north loop and the south loop. The south loop components are much older than the north loop components and as such the description of work is provided separately for each loop. The north loop work consists of valve replacement only in the main line loop and includes removal and abandonment of several connections to valves and piping that were previously abandoned and may contribute to water loss in the system. The south loop appears to be the original waterline system dating back to the early 1970’s and work consists of complete abandonment of the existing line beginning at the Ranger Building and ending on the south side of the bridge crossing the canal just east of the crossing. The existing waterline has fire, potable water service and irrigation service connections. The irrigation system has been abandoned and these connections do not need to be re-established. A new waterline system running parallel with the existing system that includes new services and service connections will be installed while keeping the existing system fully operational until cut over connections to both the existing main and services can be made whereby final abandonment of the existing system can be

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accomplished. Removal of all connections and valves previously used for irrigation will eliminate the water losses currently suspected from these connections. Complete valve replacement in both the north and south loops along with piping replacement of the original waterline piping in the south loop will ensure adequate and reliable water for the park’s domestic and fire suppression needs are maintained. In all cases the contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer and shall coordinate with the COR to allow inspection of completed work by the COR before it is buried.

C. The project will be required to perform construction during the visitation off season which begins in June and lasts through October 15th such that it minimizes interference with visitor’s enjoyment of the Park and creates the least amount of conflict between visitor and Contractor’s use of the site.

D. The project will be required to phase construction such that it minimizes shutdowns and closures to occupied buildings and structures. The north water loop, it is intended that the visitor’s center building remain in service while the valves and water line receives improvements Phase X). The south water loop, it is intended that the maintenance building and ranger’s quarters remain in service while the NPS Headquarters receives improvements (Phase

Y) and that the NPS Headquarters remain in service while the maintenance building and ranger’s quarters receives improvements (Phase Z). Contractor shall refer to the construction drawings for conceptual phasing of the project. If the Contractor can phase the project differently by way of means and methods that further minimizes shutdowns and inconvenience to Park staff and visitors, he may submit an alternate phase plan for Park review and approval.

Coordination with the Park will be required to provide phasing that minimizes service disruption to all buildings.

E. During Construction and general phasing of the work to be performed, the Contractor shall place barriers around all open trenching and provide directional signage to access all occupied buildings. The Contractor shall keep all accessways normally used for ingress and egress to include vehicular access and parking open to staff and visitors using steel plates to cover open excavation during construction until such times that the open excavations have been approved for and undergone backfill, compaction, and surface restoration.

F. The project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

G. Project Contacts:

1. Contracting Officer (CO): William Vazquez; Interior Region 2, South Atlantic Gulf,

(305) 242-7793, william_vazquez@nps.gov

2. Project Manager: Laura Sherwood; Interior Region 2; Duty Station: Cumberland Island

National Seashore, 101 Wheeler Street, St. Marys GA 31558;(404) 316-0603;

laura_sherwood@nps.gov

3. Park Superintendent: Penelope Del Bene; Biscayne National Park. 9700 SW 328th Street, Homestead, FL 33033: Office: (786) 335-3643, Cell: (786) 610-9577;

Penelope_DelBene@nps.gov

4. Facility Management Systems Specialist/Co-POC: Jeffrey Weinstock, Biscayne

National Park. 9700 SW 328th Street, Homestead, FL 33033: Office: (786) 335-3646, Cell: (786) 610-8885, jeffrey_weinstock@nps.gov

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1.3 WORK PHASES

A. General: Contractor shall have use of the site for construction operations. Limit the use of premises to areas within the Contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of the Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limits: Confine construction operations within the designated perimeter of the site as specifically delineated on the construction drawings.

2. Utilities to support construction activities by the contractor:

a. Water: Contractor to install NPS approved backflow preventer at NPS specified location.

b. Power: The contractor may use power from existing facilities while working directly on the facilities. Acceptable uses are for equipment associated with the direct construction of the project. The objective of allowing the contractor to utilize power at facilities is to limit the use of portable generators, when possible, to reduce noise and greenhouse gases (carbon footprint of the project).

B. Storage of Materials: Confine storage of materials within the areas as approved by the

Contracting Officer, or as outlined in the preconstruction meeting.

C. Preservation of Natural Features:

1. All equipment shall be power washed and inspected before being off-loaded to ensure it is free of non-native weeds and/or seeds. Vehicles, tools, boots, and other personal protective equipment shall be inspected for and cleaned of weed seeds or mud that could harbor weed seed before entering the Park. In addition, sources of imported rock, sand, gravel, and soil shall be inspected for invasive non-native plants, weeds, and/or seeds.

The Contractor shall submit a list of proposed sources, end-use, and temporary storage requirements for imported material, 30 calendar days before delivery. The material must not be stockpiled at the quarry for more than 1 week after washing. If material comes from older stockpiles, the quarry must be certified weed-free by a qualified weed inspector designated by NPS. The weed inspector should receive 14 days’ notice that an inspection is needed. Imported material shall be free of non-native weeds and/or seeds.

Imported material shall be shipped directly from the source to the Park without intermediary storage or staging. Shipping vessels shall be covered, if necessary, to prevent spillage or blowing of their contents while in transit.

2. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

3. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones.

4. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval.

5. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

6. Erosion control measures will be following the approved UPPP.

D. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

1. Schedule deliveries to minimize the use of driveways and entrances.

2. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

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E. Construction Camp: The establishment of a camp within the park will not be permitted.

F. Hauling Restrictions: Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials. Load restrictions on park roads are identical to the state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent. Information regarding rules and regulations for vehicular traffic on park roads may be obtained from the Office of the Park

Superintendent. A special permit will not relieve the Contractor of liability for damage that may result from the moving of equipment. It is the contractor’s responsibility that following bridge load limits are not exceeded.

1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: The contractor shall have full use of the site for construction operations during the construction period. The contractor's use of the site is limited only by the Government's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of the Project.

B. Site Access: The contractor shall access the project site from the City of Homestead, Florida by traveling east on SW 328th Street/Biscayne Tr. to Convoy Point where the Visitor

Center/work site is located. The contractor shall not drive vehicles off-road or access non-project areas without permission from the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer

Representative. The contractor shall also furnish a list of personnel with phone contact information.

C. Construction Time Period: Timing of work shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative and follow the approved Contractor’s work schedule.

D. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within 25 feet of any buildings.

This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction, and buildings under renovation. Discarding tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

E. Staging and Storage: Confine storage of equipment and materials to the staging/lay-down/storage areas identified within the area designated by the Contracting Officer and

Contracting Officer Representative or as established at the preconstruction meeting.

F. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, areas specifically designated by the Contracting

Officer and Contracting Officer Representative, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government employees, user groups, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

1. Schedule deliveries to minimize the use of driveways and entrances.

2. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for the storage of materials and equipment on-site.

G. Preservation of Natural Features:

1. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

2. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones.

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3. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval. Consult with Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

4. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

5. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near trees to prevent damage.

6. Prevent damage to natural surroundings or historic features such as buildings and other structures that remain in the area near construction work zones.

H. Construction Camp: The establishment of a camp within the Park is not permitted.

I. Refer also to Section 01 11 40 Work Restrictions and Section 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities &

Controls.

1.5 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED ITEMS

A. The Government may furnish products and materials for incorporation into the work.

1. The government will arrange and pay for the delivery of government-furnished items to the project site based on the contractor’s approved construction schedule.

2. After delivery, the government will inspect delivered items for damage. If items are damaged, defective, or missing, the government will arrange for a replacement.

3. The contractor is responsible for receiving, unloading, and handling government-furnished items at the project site for use in the work.

4. The contractor is responsible for protecting government-furnished items during storage, handling, and work, including damage from exposure to the elements.

5. If government-furnished items are damaged as a result of the contractor’s operations, the contractor shall repair or replace the items in kind.

1.6 PUBLIC USE OF THE SITE

A. General: All construction work including any or all related construction activities shall enable employees to conduct their daily activities with minimal impact and or disruption. The contractor shall coordinate all construction work including any or all related construction activities, including shutdowns of the water system, at least 72 hours in advance that have potential for impacts upon the facility operations with the Contracting Officer and Contracting

Officer Representative to avoid potential negative impacts to area activities. Temporary closures may be permitted upon specific written approval of the Contracting Officer and

Contracting Officer Representative.

1.7 BUILDINGS

A. Existing Buildings

1. Partial Government Occupancy: Cooperate with Government staff and visitors during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with the Government’s staff and visitors’ operations.

Maintain existing exits, unless otherwise indicated.

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2. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from the Contracting Officer and Contracting

Officer Representative.

1.8 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Limited Access: The contractor shall coordinate the scheduling of construction activities regarding limited access to the site with the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer

Representative before and during construction.

1.9 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS/REPORTS

A. General: The following reference documents/reports are available upon request to supplement the information specified in the contract documents:

1. None.

1.10 OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS. (Not Used)

1.11 1.11 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS. (Not Used)

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 01 11 40

1.1 PARK REGULATIONS

A. General: The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Ensure personnel (contractors or subcontractors) working in the park become familiar with and obey all park regulations, wear hard hats in designated areas, and do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry.

2. Ensure equipment is conspicuously marked for identification.

3. The Contractor shall restrict employees/representatives to the worksite and control travel directly to and from the worksite.

4. Restore all traffic/parking/security signs and markings, including space numbers, designations, and lines, to their original form if such signs/markings are defaced or deleted during construction/repair.

5. Control and provide security of Contractor-owned equipment and materials at the worksite. Report immediately missing/lost/stolen property to law enforcement and inform the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative.

6. Vehicles associated with the Contractor shall be waived the entrance fee upon entering a marked company vehicle or by providing the names of employees entering a personal vehicle(s). Please note that the entrance fee is waived only to report directly to a specific work location. Any deviation for recreational purposes is subject to payment of required entrance fees.

a. The contractor will provide the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer

Representative with a listing of its subcontractors and their associated vehicles and employees entering the park daily.

b. Contractor will provide the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer

Representative with a listing of anticipated deliveries for each week.

7. Vehicles/Heavy Equipment:

a. Rules of the Road: All vehicles and heavy equipment will comply with posted traffic regulations, including speed limits and double-yellow center lane markings.

Vehicles and heavy equipment shall take every safe opportunity to use paved roadside pullouts to allow faster-moving traffic to pass. Failure to comply with traffic regulations will result in a citation being issued to the driver.

b. Vehicle Parking: Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along park roads or in associated overlooks/pullouts. Vehicles and heavy equipment will be permitted at designated parking areas only or as established at the preconstruction meeting.

c. Vehicle Exhaust: All vehicles will be properly maintained to ensure that the exhaust produced is within legal limits. Effects of excessive vehicle exhaust may be subject to enforcement of State and Federal laws regarding emissions as well as those regarding threatened and endangered species.

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d. Spills: The contractor shall be responsible for any cleanup efforts required by 40

CFR and all applicable state environmental quality laws regarding disposal and cleanup of hazardous/industrial wastes. The contractor must immediately notify the

Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative of spills.

e. Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections: The Contractor, employees, contractors, and subcontractors shall fully cooperate regarding safety inspections of commercial vehicles within the Park. Commercial vehicle safety inspections are conducted unannounced for employee and visitor safety. Vehicles are checked for safety and mechanical deficiencies and compliance with current state and federal laws and regulations. Driver licenses and medical certificates are also checked.

f. DOT Compliance: All vehicles are to be compliant with all DOT requirements including but not limited to a driver with appropriate license class, medical examiner card as appropriate with license class, carrying 3 triangles or 3 flares, mounted fire extinguisher, and valid DOT safety sticker.

g. Slow Vehicles: The Contractor is to notify the Contracting Officer and Contracting

Officer Representative of slow vehicles that may cause traffic delays or extended traffic lines. Slow vehicles are requested to enter the Park AFTER 2:00 p.m. and exit the Park BEFORE sunset.

h. Oversized Vehicles: Oversized vehicles are defined as vehicles where the width of the vehicle or load exceeds one lane (i.e., beyond the centerline of the paved road).

Oversized vehicles must not exceed the clearances along the road corridor.

Oversized vehicles will require an escort and drivers must avoid driving on the edges of the Park road. The Contractor is to notify the Contracting Officer and Contracting

Officer Representative of oversized vehicles, scheduled dates and estimated arrival times at the park entrance, and the identity of who is escorting the vehicle (e.g., police, contractor, etc.). Oversized vehicles are requested to enter the Park AFTER

2:00 p.m. and exit the Park BEFORE sunset.

i. Road Work: The contractor shall provide adequate traffic control, including flaggers on either side of any work performed on the road. Any workers on or near the road must wear highly visible, bright clothing. (See Section 01 50 00 for additional details).

j. Law Enforcement: Law enforcement will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity. The contractor must immediately comply with any instructions issued by law enforcement.

k. Road & Weight Restrictions: All vehicle load, weight, and size limitations, as established by State law, apply to vehicles operated on the Park road (36 CFR §

4.11). Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials. Load restrictions on Park roads are identical to the state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent. Information regarding rules and regulations for vehicular traffic on Park roads may be obtained from the Office of the Park Superintendent. A special permit will not relieve the

Contractor of liability for damage which may result from the moving of equipment.

8. Emergency Medical and Accident Reporting:

a. The Contractor or subcontractor shall contact 911 for any medical emergency or traffic accident occurring within the Park and then inform the Park Point of Contact or Contracting Officer Representative.

• Emergency number: Dial 911 as needed.

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b. The Park Point of Contact or Contracting Officer Representative is called so that the entrance station will be prepared should any emergency vehicles (e.g., ambulance) need to enter the Park and so that any available Emergency Medical Services personnel in the Park might respond until the ambulance arrives.

c. The Contractor or subcontractor is required to report ANY personal injury and/or property damage incident occurring within the park. This report must be made to the Park Point of Contact or Contracting Officer Representative at the first available opportunity before leaving the Park:

9. Site Access

a. The contractor shall access the project site from SW 328th Street/Biscayne Tr. The contractor shall not drive vehicles off-road or access non-project areas without permission from the Contracting Officer and informing Contracting Officer

Representative. The contractor shall also furnish a list of personnel with phone contact information.

1.2 RESOURCE PROTECTION

A. General: The park is committed to protecting natural and cultural resources found within the park and adjacent lands. The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Invasive Species: The introduction of non-native invasive species can threaten rare and endangered species or can create new populations of non-native species not traditionally found in the park. The contractor is required to inform personnel, subcontractors, and vendors to thoroughly clean all vehicles, equipment, tools, supplies, and materials before packing/loading. The park requires and will perform, inspections to ensure non-transport of non-native species BEFORE arriving at the park entrance. Contact the Park Point of

Contact directly at least (3) three days in advance of park entry to arrange for an inspection(s) at the loading dock or point of origin.

2. Endangered Species: Endangered species are protected by Federal law. Obey all park regulations. Drivers must obey all traffic laws and keep an eye out for animals on or alongside the road. Contact the Contracting Officer Representative immediately if the animal is hit or injured or will not move off of the road.

3. Archaeological Resources: Archaeological resources are physical pieces of evidence of past human activity, including evidence of the effects of that activity on the environment.

Archaeological resources are found above and below the ground and underwater. The contractor shall appoint an archaeological monitor during all ground-disturbing activities in archaeologically sensitive areas. If the monitor discovers resources, the contractor shall stop work or relocate work to a non-sensitive area and contact the Contracting

Officer and Contracting Officer Representative immediately. Archaeological resources typically found in the park or at the project site will be discussed further at the preconstruction meeting.

4. Soundscape / Noise: The contractor shall minimize noise levels at the project site to protect the soundscape of the park. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week or as directed by the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer

Representative.

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1.3 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Work shall be generally performed during the hours of 7:00 AM to 5:00

PM, Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

1. Weekend Hours: Same as On-Site Work Hours

2. Early Morning Hours: Same as On-Site Work Hours

B. Existing Utilities

1. Existing Utilities: Notify the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer

Representative and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

2. The contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

3. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair utility. An equitable adjustment will be made per the Changes clause of the contract.

C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by

Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative not less 5 five days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Contracting Officer’s written permission.

3. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: The existing utility systems may be non-operational, when required, upon specific approval of the Contracting Officer for a maximum of 4 consecutive hours. Shutdowns shall be scheduled to occur mid-day (e.g., 10 am – 2 pm) and mid-week (Tuesday – Thursday), if possible.

D. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within 25 feet of any buildings in the park. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction, and buildings under renovation. Discarding of tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

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CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 26 00

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. The work of this section consists of administrative and procedural requirements for contract modifications.

1.2 DEFINITIONS AND ALLOWANCES

A. Home Office Overhead: Those costs incurred in support of all of a contractor’s projects and not attributable to a specific job. The cost for home office overhead is only allowed as a percentage of all direct work excluding profit. The following items represent allowable home office overhead costs identified in Part 31 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR):

1. Rent

2. Utilities

3. Furnishings

4. Office equipment

5. Executive and management staff not exclusively assigned to the project

6. Support, accounting, and administrative staff

7. Preparation of cost proposals, estimating, and schedule analyses connected with

Modifications

8. Estimating and preconstruction services

9. Mortgage costs

10. Real estate and corporate taxes

11. Automobile maintenance and travel costs for home office personnel

12. Home office insurances i.e. structure, automotive, umbrella, flood, etc.

13. Depreciation of equipment and other assets

14. Home office supplies (paper, staples, etc.)

15. Legal services

16. Accounting and data processing

17. Professional fees/registration

B. General Conditions (Field Office Overhead): Management and administrative costs incurred on-site for the designated project. Costs associated with the preparation of modifications will not be allowed. The costs for these items are to be included only in the general conditions of the modification estimate. Only in the case of a contract time extension are additional general conditions included in modifications. The following items, if applicable, are considered allowable costs for calculating General Conditions:

1. Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer Representative

2. Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent

3. Quality Control, Safety Officer, Environmental Manager, etc.

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4. Engineers

5. Travel, lodging, and per diem (as established by Federal Travel Regulations)

6. Scheduling

7. Field Office Trailers and associated temporary utilities

8. Field office supplies

a. Mailing and couriers

b. Reproduction costs

c. Storage

d. Phones

e. Computers

f. Copiers

9. Personal vehicles i.e., Superintendent Pickup trucks

C. General Requirements: These are costs directly associated with the project and are necessary to perform the actual work of the modification. These costs shall be shown as direct costs in the estimate. The following items, if applicable, are considered allowable costs:

1. Hoisting

2. Material handling

3. Temporary fencing

4. Port-a-lets

5. Trash removal, dumpsters

6. Barricades

7. Small tools

8. Safety supplies

9. Scaffolding

10. Daily cleaning

11. Traffic control

12. Temporary signage

13. Temporary heating and power

D. Personnel Costs: Costs included in the modification must only be for General Conditions, staff and workers present and working on the project site. Modification costs for salaried workers are only allowed within the structure of a 40-hour week and no overtime or holiday pay will be allowed.

1. Worker Hourly Rates are costs directly associated with the individual worker and consist of the following:

a. Base Rate: This is the hourly rate paid directly to the worker

b. Labor Burden: Employer payments of all applicable burdens, this includes insurance and taxes that the business must pay on behalf of the worker to government entities and educational forums, such as:

1) Social Security

2) Medicare

3) Workers Comp – Policy and company calculation to be made available.

4) FUTA – Cap Rate and percentage to be proportionally allocated over one year.

5) SUTA – Cap Rate and percentage to be proportionally allocated over one year.

6) Union agreement costs – Other costs required under an enforceable collective bargaining agreement.

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c. Fringe Benefits: Various non-wage compensations provided to employees such as:

1) Health Care Insurance Premiums

2) Cell Phone

3) Clothing

4) 401K and Pensions

5) Vehicle allowances

6) Gas allowance

7) Life insurance premiums

8) Disability insurance

9) Other Fringe Benefits required under an enforceable collective bargaining agreement

E. Bonuses or Deferred Compensation: No Bonus or Deferred Compensation will be allowed within any components of pricing including Home Office Overhead, General Conditions, General Requirements, Hourly Worker Rates, or the direct costs of work.

F. General Liability Insurance: An insurance policy that protects the contractor from claims resulting from bodily injury or property damage to a third party. Include this as a separate line item within all modification proposals and provide a current insurance quote upon request.

G. Performance and Payment Bonds: A performance bond is a surety bond issued by an insurance company or bank to guarantee the satisfactory completion of a project. The Payment Bond guarantees that the contractor will pay the labor and material costs they have incurred. Banks and Insurance companies charge a premium for each project based on a sliding scale which relates to the size of the project. Include this as a separate line item in modification proposals and provide current company bonding rates upon request.

H. Builder’s Risk Insurance: This covers the contractor’s loss due to fire, high winds, or other natural forces. This is not reimbursed by the National Park Service (NPS) and shall not be included in modification proposals.

1.3 MODIFICATION PROPOSAL PRICING REQUIREMENTS

A. General:

1. Your proposal must be received in the format and within the time frame specified in the

Request for Proposal letter. Costs or delays resulting from the failure of the contractor to submit within the time frame specified will not be compensable.

2. The proposal must be detailed with itemized lists of equipment, materials, labor, production rates, overhead, profit, and bond markup for each item. Labor costs must be itemized by craft and hourly rate, including Fringe Benefits and Labor, Burden. If the costs of Fringe Benefits and Labor Burden are not itemized, it is assumed that they are included in the hourly rate shown, or the contractor is not requesting reimbursement.

The contractor may utilize the government provided Contractor Estimate Form or their form, provided that it contains the same information and level of detail as the

Government provided form.

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3. Requests for extensions of contract time as a result of this change must be justified with a Time Impact Analysis (TIA). Refer to Division 01 Specification, “Construction

Schedule”, for time impact analysis requirements. TIA and associated costs must be received with the proposal by the date shown within the Request for Proposal letter. The contractor’s failure to submit within the specified time frame will be construed as the

Contractor waiving the right for additional time and no time extension will be allowed.

4. All supporting documentation used to justify the proposed modification will be made available to the Contracting Officer upon request.

5. The contractor must review and approve all subcontractor/supplier pricing in detail for proper format, scope, production rates, and pricing before submission to the NPS. All delay costs associated with not reviewing and approving subcontractor/supplier pricing will be borne by the Contractor.

6. All pricing and production rates within the estimate must be based on fair and reasonable pricing and cannot include a built-in contingency.

B. Labor:

1. The contractor shall estimate the cost of labor by itemizing each craft involved, indicating worker hourly rate (base rate + labor burden + fringe benefits) for each, and itemizing the hours required for each craft that will be directly engaged in modification work. Any work proposed that will require overtime work or premium pay shall be itemized separately. All rates shall be following the Davis-Bacon Act as incorporated herein. Labor Burden may include payroll taxes, Social Security, unemployment insurances, workers compensation insurance, FICA, FUTA, and other direct costs resulting from Federal, State, or local laws.

2. Itemize labor costs for equipment operators separate from equipment costs.

3. The labor cost for foremen shall only be costs for related work required for the modification.

C. Materials:

1. The estimated cost for materials shall include quotes from multiple sources. Material prices must include all applicable fees and credits, including but not limited to, sales tax, freight and delivery charges, and tax rebates.

2. No markup shall be applied to any material provided by the NPS.

D. Equipment:

1. Equipment used for the project must be appropriately sized for the work being performed.

2. Do not include costs for “miscellaneous tools and equipment”, in your proposal for a replacement value of $500 or less. Costs shown over $500 must be broken out separately.

3. Regardless of ownership, the rates to be used in determining equipment rental costs shall be the lowest cost from one of the following sources:

a. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Ownership and Operating Expense Schedule (use the latest edition and applicable region)

b. Construction Blue Book

c. Local equipment rental rates, documented by actual invoice charges, or itemized vendor quotes.

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4. The estimated rental rates shall include the cost of all fuel, oil, lubrication, supplies, small tools, necessary attachments, ground engaging components, tires & tracks, routine repairs and maintenance (cost of a major overhaul is not included), depreciation, storage, insurance, and all incidentals. Mobilization, if applicable, may be included for equipment solely used on the modification work but must be listed separately.

5. Estimate the full rate for equipment only for the duration that the equipment will be utilized to accomplish the work of the modification.

6. Standby unit rates used are to be following paragraph 1.3, D, 2, above. If the US Army

Corp of Engineers is utilized, then their standby rates prevail. If Bluebook or local equipment pricing is accepted, then 1/2 of the equipment costs minus any operating costs will be accepted.

7. If the equipment is in standby mode due solely to a documented NPS delay, the established standby rate shall apply from the first day of the delay.

8. Equipment that is not used and on the job site for up to five consecutive days may be classified at standby rates, provided that the equipment is or has been used solely to perform work on the modification and will be necessary to complete additional modification work. Equipment that is still on the job site but not in use after five consecutive days will not be considered in the modification pricing.

9. Requests for compensation for equipment stand by time must be justified, documented, and itemized separately.

10. The estimated timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly) for use of the equipment must reflect the lowest cost to the Government.

E. Establishment and Application of Overhead and Profit Percentages:

1. Home Office Overhead and Profit (OH&P) shall be applied to direct costs only. Profit shall not be applied to overhead amounts; and overhead shall not be applied to profit.

Home office overhead shall contain only allowable, allocable, and reasonable costs per the contract documents and FAR Part 31. Profit percentages are based on risk factors found in the FAR Part 31which have been applied to the specific type of work included in this project. The following percentages establish the maximum allowable markups

(OH&P) for contractor self-performed work:

Overhead………………10%

Profit………………….10%

2. The total aggregate limit of markup (OH&P) for contractors and subcontractors on modification work shall not exceed 20%. The NPS will not be responsible for the allocation of percentages between contractors and subcontractors.

3. If contractors form a partnership, then the partnership may only receive home office overhead and profit in the same amount as an individual contractor (refer to par 1.3, E,1 above). It is the responsibility of the partners to decide on the division of revenue.

4. Combined Increases and Decreases: On proposals involving both increases and decreases in the Contract Price, the overhead and profit mark-ups are required on the net increases and deducted on net decreases.

5. At no time can profit be calculated on Overhead or itself, it must be calculated on direct costs of work only.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (not used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (not used)

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT PRICE ITEMS

SECTION 01 27 00

A. This section intends to explain, in general, what is and what is not included in a contract line item, and the limits or cut-off points where one item ends, and another begins.

B. If no contract line item exists for a portion of the work, include the costs in a related item.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Contract Price Item No.1 – North Waterline Loop

1. The price item consists of furnishing all materials, equipment and labor for the removal and installation of waterline main line piping system components as shown and described in the drawings and specifications. Includes replacement of all water main line valves including removal and abandonment of all components associated with landscape irrigation. Several potable water service valves not located on the main line loop are also included. Item includes excavation, back fill, and compaction as detailed and described on the drawings and specifications. Item excludes all asphalt pavement replacement.

2. No separate measurement will be made.

3. Payment will be made at the contract unit price Lump Sum

B. Contract Price Item No.2– South Waterline Loop.

and installation of waterline main line piping system components as shown and described in the drawings and specifications. Includes abandonment of a portion of the existing 8-inch waterline main and installation of a new 8-inch waterline main in a new alignment parallel with the abandoned main line while keeping the existing waterline system fully operational until cutover and tie-in to the new system is ready. Item also includes replacement of all water main line valves including service lines to fire and potable services to the Park’s three main buildings south of the canal. Item also includes removal and abandonment of all components associated with landscape irrigation. Item includes excavation, back fill, and compaction as detailed and described on the drawings and specifications. Item excludes all asphalt pavement replacement.

3. Payment will be made at the contract unit price Lump Sum.

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C. Contract Price Item No.3– Asphalt Pavement and installation of asphalt pavement, base and sub-base as shown and described in the drawings and specifications. Item includes asphalt pavement surface restoration, concrete valve collars, pavement marking, and asphalt patching as detailed and described on the drawings and specifications.

3. Payment will be made at the contract unit price Lump Sum.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

SECTION 01 31 00

A. This Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on

Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Construction Coordination.

2. Coordination Drawings.

3. Submittals

4. Requests for Information (RFIs).

5. Project meetings.

6. Environmental Coordination.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 32 16 “Construction Schedule” for preparing and submitting the Contractor’s construction schedule.

2. Section 01 73 40 “Execution” for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including the establishment of benchmarks and control points.

3. Section 01 77 00 “Closeout Procedures” for coordinating closeout of the Contract.

1.2 CONSTRUCTION COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the

Specifications to ensure the efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections, which depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in the sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on the installation of other components, before or after its installation.

2. Coordinate the installation of different components with other Contractors to ensure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

4. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate the installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair of all components, including mechanical and electrical.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required, notices, reports, and a list of attendees at meetings.

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C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities and activities of other contractors to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

6. Pre-installation conferences.

7. Project closeout activities.

8. Commissioning activities.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Division 01 documents: The following items shall be submitted a minimum of 1 week before the Preconstruction Conference. Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor of the tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference.

1. The letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention Plan.

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses.

7. Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the Contactor and all subcontractors.

8. Waste Management Plan.

9. Quality Control Plan.

10. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.

11. Contractors Commissioning Plan.

12. List of Required Construction Permits. Include the following information for each permit:

a. Name of Permit.

b. The Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction issuing the permit.

c. Information required from the Government to complete the permit application.

B. All items listed must be provided to the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer

Representative before the Pre-Construction Conference is held.