A04_-_Specifications.pdf

UNITED STATES

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

REGION 6 ENGINEERING

Lakewood, Colorado

REHABILITATE “A” DIKE

LONG LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

MOFFIT, BURLEIGH COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA

21-041

08 June 2022

Prepared by:

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REHABILITATE “A” DIKE,

LONG LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

BURLEIGH COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA

SPECIFICATION CERTIFICATION

I hereby certify that these Specifications for construction of the Rehabilitate “A” Dike Project were prepared under my direct supervision.

Ok

Todd Street, P.E.

Registered Professional Engineer North Dakota No. 28811

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

LONG LAKE “A” DIKE REHABILITATION

LONG LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, NORTH DAKOTA

SECTION TITLE

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY

SECTION 01 25 00 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 29 00 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

SECTION 01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

SECTION 01 32 33 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

SECTION 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 33 10 SUBMITTAL TEMPLATE

SECTION 01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 41 00 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 42 00 REFERENCES

SECTION 01 45 00 QUALITY CONTROL

SECTION 01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 01 71 00 MOBILIZATION AND GENERAL CONDITIONS

SECTION 01 74 00 RECLAMATION

SECTION 01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

DIVISION 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS

SECTION 02 21 00 SURVEYS

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

SECTION 31 05 00 EARTHWORK

SECTION 31 11 00 CLEARING AND GRUBBING

SECTION 31 23 16 EXCAVATION

SECTION 31 25 00 EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROLS

Note: Unlisted Specification Divisions Not Used

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SUMMARY OF WORK – 01 11 00

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SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Project background.

3. Work covered by Contract Documents.

4. Work under separate contracts.

5. Access to site.

6. Coordination with occupants.

7. Coordination with local utilities.

8. Work restrictions.

9. Permits and Fees.

10. Applicable codes, standards, and specifications.

11. Means and methods.

12. Safety.

13. Environmental Protection.

B. Related Requirements

1. Section 01 50 00-Temporary Facilities and Controls for limitations and procedures governing temporary use of Government's facilities.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Location:

Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge, 12000 353rd Street SE, Moffit, ND 58560

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B. Station Contact Information:

Jared Newton, Station Manager Phone: (701) 329-0857 E-Mail: jared_newton@fws.gov

C. Technical inquiries concerning these Specifications and Drawings can be made by contacting:

Ann Erin Mercer Project Manager/Civil Engineer U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Regions 6 Division of Engineering Lakewood, Colorado

(303) 842-2938 ann_mercer@fws.gov

1.3 PROJECT BACKGROUND

A. Dike “A” was constructed in 1936 and is a designated walk-in shore fishing area on the refuge. Wave action has eroded the side slopes of the dike above the riprap, and significant washouts occurred during the 2009 flood event. This has made it difficult for the public to safely access the area for fishing, and for the refuge to perform routine maintenance and vegetation control on the dike. A topographic survey was completed of Dike “A” in 2021 to gather data about existing conditions and needed repairs to restore the dike to its approximate original condition.

B. Lake levels are generally lowest in August and September. On-site construction work can coincide with expected low water levels, as coordinated with Contracting Officer and Refuge Manager.

1.4 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Provide all labor, material and equipment required to:

1. Perform site clearing.

2. Rehabilitate approximately 1900 linear feet of dike.

3. Install riprap, riprap bedding, and filter fabric along the lakeside slope of dike.

4. Reseed dike crest with seed mixture designated by Refuge Manager.

mailto:jared_newton@fws.gov mailto:ann_mercer@fws.gov

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1.5 WORK UNDER SEPARATE CONTRACTS

A. General: In the event there is work being performed under a separate contract, the Contractor shall cooperate fully with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract or other contracts. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

1.6 ACCESS TO SITE

A. All operations of the Contractor (including storage of materials) upon Government premises shall be confined to areas authorized or approved by the Contracting Officer and designated by the Refuge Manager.

B. The Work Site and designated staging and stockpile area, parking area, and borrow area can be accessed from Highway 83 and 102nd Avenue SE as shown on the Drawings. The Contractor shall not enter lands adjacent to the Work Site or use other access roads unless specific use of an area is authorized in writing and approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

C. Staging and Stockpiling:

1. The Contractor’s staging and stockpile operations shall be limited to the staging and stockpile area and within the Limits of Work shown on the Approved Drawings. Any Staging and Stockpile operations required that are outside of the Limits of Work shown on the Approved Drawings must be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

2. When not in use, all heavy equipment shall be parked in the staging and stockpile area. Heavy equipment shall be parked over spill containment collection pans. If equipment maintenance activities are completed on site, they shall be completed over spill containment collection pans and waste fluids disposed of offsite.

3. The Contracting Officer’s Representative reserves the right to order specific locations for the Contractor’s shop and office.

4. Any clearing, grubbing, or grading in the staging and stockpile area by the Contractor for setting up and maintaining this area shall be approved by the Government Inspector and performed in accordance with Section 31 11 00

- Clearing and Grubbing.

5. Any spills or contamination in the staging and stockpile area shall be mitigated to the extent necessary and deemed acceptable by the Refuge Manager.

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6. Staging and stockpile areas shall be reclaimed at the end of construction, in accordance with Section 01 74 00 Reclamation.

D. Contractor Parking Area: Parking for the employees of the Contractor, their Subcontractors, Contracting Officer’s Representative, and the Government Inspector shall be allowed only within the Limits of Work and staging and stockpile area as shown on the Approved Drawings. Other required parking areas at the Site shall be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

E. Borrow: The Contractor’s borrow area shall be limited to the borrow area shown on the Approved Drawings. Any borrow operations required that are outside the limits shown must be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

F. Disposal: Disposal of all waste materials, cleared and grubbed vegetation, and excess excavated materials shall be in an approved off-site facility or in an on-site location approved in writing by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

G. The Contractor shall not camp or recreate in the Work Site area or attempt to disturb, feed, or manipulate fish and wildlife on the Refuge.

H. The Contractor is required to obey all Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge Rules and Regulations. If additional rules and regulations are required by the Refuge; the Refuge has the right to issue a Special Use Permit.

1.7 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Partial Government Occupancy: Government will occupy the premises during entire construction period, with the exception of areas under construction.

Cooperate with Station Manager during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

B. Provide not less than 48 hours' notice to Government of activities that will affect Government's operations.

1.8 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Work Restrictions, General: Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

Comply with limitations on use of public streets and with other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit site work to normal business working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Work on weekends will be restricted to Contracting Officer’s approval and at the Station Manager’s discretion.

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2. No work will take place over Federally observed holidays.

C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied unless permitted under the following conditions, and then only after providing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Station Manager not less than 48 hours in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

D. Noise, Vibration, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, odors, or other disruptions with the Government.

1. Notify Station Manager not less than 48 hours in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

1.9 COORDINATION WITH LOCAL UTILITIES

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for contracting and arranging with local utility for the termination, moving, or connection of utilities that serve existing buildings and ones that are planned to serve the new Work.

1.10 PERMITS AND FEES

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary local, State, and Federal permits and licenses, and payment of related fees, per the Contract Clauses, and in accordance with Section 01 41 00: Regulatory Requirements.

1.11 APPLICABLE CODES, STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. All work shall comply with the codes and standards applicable to each type of work as listed in individual Sections of these Specifications.

B. Where a conflict occurs between a referenced document and the Project Specifications, the Project Specifications govern.

C. Where a conflict occurs between referenced documents, the document containing the most stringent requirements governs.

D. Where referenced documents are not specified by date, the document current at the bid opening applies.

E. Materials, applications, and tests specified by reference to published standards of society, association, code, or other published standards are included in the specifications as if written in their entirety.

F. Conform to all regulations and statutes of the State of North Dakota and to all Federal Regulations which apply.

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1.12 MEANS AND METHODS

A. Means and methods of construction shall be such as the Contractor or subcontractors may choose; subject, however, to the Contracting Officer's right to reject means and methods proposed which:

1. Constitute a hazard to the work, persons, or property.

2. Will not produce finished work in accordance with terms of the contract.

3. Are contrary to specified means or methods included in the contract.

B. The right to reject means and methods of the Contractor or subcontractor shall not be construed or interpreted as acceptance of control of means and methods by the Contracting Officer.

C. The Contracting Officer's approval of means and methods or failure to exercise right to reject means and methods shall not relieve the Contractor of the obligation to complete the work required by the contract.

D. Total responsibility for control of all means and methods lies with the Contractor for all work.

1.13 SAFETY

A. The Contractor shall provide, erect, and maintain all necessary barricades, suitable and sufficient flasher lights, flaggers, danger signals and signs, and shall take all necessary precautions for the protection of the work and the safety of the public.

All ponds and water control structures shall remain accessible by vehicle. Roads closed to traffic shall be protected by effective barricades and shall be placed with acceptable warning signs. All barricades and obstructions shall be illuminated at night and all lights shall be kept burning from sunset until sunrise. Install appropriate traffic signs at crossroads and approaches to site as needed to direct affected public traffic. Specific signs and barricade requirements are detailed in the U.S. Department of Transportation, "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices".

B. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to the protection of workers, visitors to the site, and persons occupying areas adjacent to the site, including the provisions of 29CFR1910 and 29CFR1926 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The Contractor shall hold harmless the Government for failure to comply with any applicable safety or health regulation on the part of himself, his employees, or his subcontractors.

C. Provide personal safety equipment and training commensurate with the hazards which may exist at the work site. The personal safety equipment and training shall

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1. One nonfreezing-type fire extinguisher in each vehicle and piece of equipment.

2. A first aid kit for use of construction personnel commensurate with size of project with items necessary for first aid treatment of all injuries.

3. The Contractor shall conduct regular onsite safety inspections and all construction personnel shall receive a safety orientation.

4. Post telephone numbers of nearest hospital, ambulance service or flight for life, and fire station in conspicuous location. Advise all workers of location of telephone numbers.

D. The Contractor shall not require a laborer, mechanic, or person employed in the performance of the Contract to Work in any conditions that are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to health and safety, as determined under construction safety and health standards promulgated by the Secretary of Labor under Section 107 of the Contractor Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 USC 327 et seq.)

as amended. Construction Safety and Health Standards promulgated by the Secretary of Labor may be obtained from the regional or area office of the Occupations Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor.

E. The Contractor shall maintain an accurate record of, and shall report to, the Contracting Officer’s Representative in the manner prescribed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative, all cases of death, occupational diseases, or traumatic injury to employee or the public; and property damage in excess of two thousand, five hundred dollars ($2,500.00), incidental to performance of Work under this Contract.

F. The rights and remedies of the Government provided in this paragraph are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law and this Contract.

G. In the event there is a conflict between the FAR clause referenced for this Contract;

specifications paragraphs; Contractor’s approved safety program; referenced safety and health codes and standards; or the U.S. Department of Labor construction safety and health standards, promulgated under Section 107 of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 USC 327 et seq.) as amended; the more stringent requirement shall prevail.

H. Comply with all relevant health and safety regulations governing the Work being performed.

I. Become familiar with the potential hazardous health and safety conditions and risks associated with the Work to be performed.

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J. The Contractor shall designate a qualified person to be the Site Safety Officer. The designated person shall have a thorough knowledge of the potential safety hazards, prevention, and remedial actions concerning general construction activities. The Site Safety Officer is allowed to participate in other Work at the Project Site. The Site Safety Officers responsibilities are:

1. Be present whenever construction operations are in progress.

2. Assure compliance with the Site Health and Safety Plan.

3. Provide routine health and safety briefings to the Contractor’s employees and subcontractors.

K. Post signs at all Work areas that describe personnel protection equipment requirements.

L. Stop Work Order

1. When violations of the health and safety requirements or unsafe conditions are called to the attention of the Contractor by the Contracting Officer’s Representative or Government Inspector or by anyone on the Project Site, the Contractor shall immediately take remedial action.

2. If, following anyone’s request for remedial action, the Contractor fails or refuses to take prompt corrective action, the Contracting Officer may issue an order to stop all or portion of the Work. When satisfactory corrective action is taken, an order to resume Work will be issued. The issuance by the Contracting Officer of a Stop Work Order does not relieve the Contractor of full complete responsibility for Site Safety. The Government and the Engineer are not responsible for lost time due to Stop Work Orders.

M. The Contractor shall be aware of the day to day fire danger at the Project Site for the duration of the Work. All Work areas shall have easily accessible fire suppression equipment as specified in Paragraph 1.13C of this Section.

1.14 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. The Contractor shall abate and control all environmental pollution arising from construction activities by complying with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental pollution control and abatement, as well as the specified requirements in this contract. Compliance with this requirement by subcontractors will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

B. Fossils and Artifacts

1. Should the Contractor discover any fossils or artifacts during construction operations, such objects shall become the property of the Government. The

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Contractor shall cease construction operations in the area of the "find," and immediately notify the station manager of such discovery. Construction operations may proceed in other areas not affected by this clause. Care shall be exercised by the Contractor not to damage fossils or artifacts uncovered during excavation operations.

2. Failure to comply with this requirement may be considered a violation of the Archeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 as amended.

Destruction of historic and prehistoric sites and/or unauthorized collection of cultural materials can result in criminal and/or civil penalties. Penalties can include fines, prison sentences, and/or confiscation of equipment.

3. If the Contractor uses fill from a nongovernmental source to perform work that is required under this project, and a new borrow site is opened or an existing borrow area is expanded in order to obtain such materials, the Contractor shall assure that any new borrow area disturbance meet the requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.

C. Abatement of Air Pollution

1. The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning the prevention and control of air pollution.

2. Construction activities shall be performed in such a manner that air pollution will be held to a minimum.

3. Burning of materials, trees and brush, combustible construction materials, and rubbish will not be permitted. Construction debris shall be disposed of at a location designated by the Contracting Officer or hauled off the Station to an approved disposal site.

4. In conduct of construction activities and operation of equipment, the Contractor shall utilize such practicable methods and devices as are reasonably available to control, prevent, and otherwise minimize atmospheric emissions or discharges of air contaminants.

5. The emission of dust into the atmosphere shall be minimized during handling and storage of construction materials, and the Contractor shall use such methods and equipment as are necessary to minimize or prevent dust during these operations.

6. Equipment and vehicles that are found to have emissions of exhaust or particulates that exceed applicable limits established by Federal, State, or local laws or authorities, shall not be operated until corrective repairs or adjustments are made. If required by the Government Inspector, the Contractor shall provide acceptable evidence that equipment and vehicles

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7. Storage and handling of flammable and combustible materials, provisions for fire prevention, and control of dust resulting from drilling or excavation and transportation operations shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of OSHA Standards.

8. The Contractor shall carry out proper and efficient measures wherever and as often as necessary to reduce the dust nuisance, and to prevent dust from entering or damaging adjacent properties. The Contractor shall be held liable for any damage resulting from dust originating from the Contractor’s operations under these specifications on Government’s property or elsewhere.

D. Prevention of Water Pollution

1. The Contractor is responsible for implementing the terms and requirements of North Dakota storm water discharge permit, as issued to the State under the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Contractor shall apply for and execute all permits as required by the State of North Dakota regarding storm water discharge from the construction site. The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer a copy of all permit applications and a copy of all approvals from the State. Allow the Government 10 days for review of the application package prior to submission.

2. During construction, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning the control and abatement of water pollution.

3. The Contractor's construction activities shall be performed by methods that will prevent entrance or accidental spillage of solid matter, contaminants, debris, and other objectionable pollutants and wastes into streams, flowing or dry water-courses, lakes, ponds, and underground water sources. The Contractor shall dispose of all pollutants such as petroleum products, rubbish, cement, concrete, etc. and objectionable material at a jurisdictionally accepted waste management facility.

4. Sanitary facilities, such as chemical toilets, shall be located far enough from wells, live streams, or ponds to prevent pollution of the water.

5. Dewatering work for structure foundations or earthwork operations adjacent to or encroaching on streams or watercourses shall be conducted in a manner that prevents muddy water and eroded materials from entering streams or watercourses. This shall be accomplished by construction of

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E. Prevention of site contamination

1. The purpose of this section is to prevent invasive species from being introduced to the project work sites. This includes both plant and animal species. Invasive species can have long last detrimental effects at project sites at US Fish and Wildlife Service lands.

2. Prior to entrance to the work site, all equipment brought on site will be thoroughly washed to remove dirt, seeds, and plant parts. Any equipment that has been any body of water within the past 30 days will be thoroughly cleaned with hot water greater than 140 degree F (typically the temperature found at commercial truck washes) and dried for a minimum of five days before being used at this project site. In addition, before transporting equipment from the project site all visible mud, plants and fish/animals will be removed, all water will be eliminated, and the equipment will be thoroughly cleaned. Anything that came in contact with water will be cleaned and dried following the above procedure.

F. Environmental Litigation: Time lost due to work stoppage because of failure of the Contractor to comply with these requirements may not be the subject of a claim for extension of time, for additional costs, or damages.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 MEASUREMENT

A. All Work required in this section shall not be measured for payment.

4.2 PAYMENT

A. Compensation to the Contractor for all Work required in this section shall be included in the price bid in the Schedule of Values for Mobilization, Demobilization, General Conditions, Bonds & Insurance.

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SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES – 01 25 00

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SECTION 01 25 00 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Directions for substituting specified equipment, materials, and services.

B. A summary of the use of manufacturer’s specification.

1.2 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, materials, and services as specified or noted on the Drawings, unless a written approval for substitution is obtained from the Contracting Officer’s Representative. The Contracting Officer’s Representative’s decision regarding the acceptability of substitutions shall be final.

1.3 MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS

A. Materials, applications, and tests specified by reference to published standards of a society, association, code, or other published standards are included in these specifications as if written in their entirety.

B. Products and processes included in the Specifications shall conform to the manufacturer’s latest published specifications.

C. The Contractor shall provide sworn affidavits from manufacturers certifying that materials, products, and/or processes delivered and used on the Project meet the specified requirements. Affidavits shall not relieve the Contractor from the responsibility for full compliance with the requirements of the Specifications.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 MEASUREMENT

A. All Work required in this section shall not be measured for payment.

SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES – 01 25 00

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4.2 PAYMENT

A. Compensation to the Contractor for all Work required in this section shall be included in the price bid in the Schedule of Values for Mobilization, -END OF SECTION 01 25 00-

PAYMENT PROCEDURES – 01 29 00

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SECTION 01 29 00 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and process Applications for Payment.

1.2 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. The Schedule of Values for the project is summarized in Table 1 below.

1.3 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Each Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments as certified by Contracting Officer.

B. Payment Application Times: The date for each progress payment is indicated in the Agreement between Government and Contractor.

C. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of first Application for Payment include the following:

1. Contractor's construction schedule (preliminary if not final).

D. Final Payment Application: After completing Project closeout requirements, submit final Application for Payment with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted, including, but not limited, to the following:

1. Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements.

2. Written guarantees, warranties, and certificates.

3. Record (As-Built) Drawings

4. All test reports.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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PAYMENT PROCEDURES – 01 29 00

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PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.4 MEASUREMENT

A. All Work required in this section shall not be measured for payment.

1.5 PAYMENT

A. Compensation to the Contractor for all Work required in this section shall be included in the price bid in the Schedule of Values for Mobilization, Demobilization, General Conditions, Bonds & Insurance.

SCHEDULE OF VALUES

JUNE 2022

REHABILITATE "A" DIKE

LONG LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

BURLEIGH COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA

Item Description Quantity Unit Unit Cost No. Price 1 Mobilization, Demobilization, General Conditions, Bonds & Insurance 1 LS 2 Site Preparation 1 LS 3 Erosion and Sediment Control 1 LS 4 Excavation 2,692 CY LS 5 Embankment Fill 383 CY LS 6 Import Riprap 4,112 CY LS 7 Placement of Imported & Existing Riprap 4,773 CY LS 8 Riprap Bedding 1,319 CY LS 9 Filter Fabric 7,858 SY LS 10 Reclamation 1 LS

TOTAL COST:

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION – 01 31 00

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SECTION 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Coordination drawings.

2. Requests for Information (RFIs).

3. Project meetings.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. RFI: Request from Government or Contractor seeking information required by or clarifications of the Contract Documents.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Subcontract List: Prepare a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the Work, including those who are to furnish products or equipment fabricated to a special design. Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Name, address, and telephone number of entity performing subcontract or supplying products.

2. Number and title of related Specification Section(s) covered by subcontract.

3. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate, covered by subcontract.

1.4 GENERAL COORDINATION PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure 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. Provide a construction schedule noting demolition activities, construction activities, deliveries, payments, etc., as needed to convey coordination

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

3. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

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

1.5 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified.

1. The Government will return RFIs as submitted to the Government by other entities controlled by Contractor with no response. RFIs must come directly from the Contractor.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in Contractor's work or work of subcontractors.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

1. Project name.

2. Project number.

3. Date.

4. Name of Contractor.

5. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

6. RFI subject.

7. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

8. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

9. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

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10. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's solution(s) have an impact the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the

RFI.

11. Contractor's signature.

12. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

C. RFI Forms: Government will provide a sample RFI form.

D. The Governments Action: The Government will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Allow seven working days for the Government’s response for each RFI. RFIs received after 1:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following RFIs will be returned without action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract Documents.

d. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

e. Requests for interpretation of Government's actions on submittals.

f. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

g. Request For Information submitted by a sub-contractor to the Contractor.

2. The Government’s action may include a request for additional information, in which case the time for response will date from time of receipt of additional information.

3. The Government’s action on RFIs that may result in a change to the Contract Time or the Contract Sum may be eligible for Contractor to submit Change Proposal.

a. If Contractor believes the RFI response warrants change in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, notify Contacting Officer and COR in writing within 10 days of receipt of the RFI response.

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E. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number. Submit log weekly with not less than the following information:

1. Project name.

2. Name and address of Contractor.

3. Name and address of Contacting Officer and COR.

4. RFI number including RFIs that were dropped and not submitted.

5. RFI description.

6. Date the RFI was submitted.

7. Date the Contacting Officer’s response was received.

F. On receipt of the Government’s action, update the RFI log and immediately distribute the RFI response to affected parties. Review response and notify the Government within seven days if Contractor disagrees with response.

1.6 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. General: The construction contractor shall coordinate, schedule, and conduct weekly construction progress meetings as called by the Contracting Officer, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Attendees: Inform participants and others involved, and individuals whose presence is required, of date and time of each meeting. Notify the Refuge Manager, the Contracting Officer and the COR of scheduled meeting dates and times.

2. Agenda: Prepare the meeting agenda. Distribute the agenda to all invited attendees. Include progress since last meeting, 3-week look ahead schedule, and updated schedule for completion.

3. Minutes: Record significant discussions and agreements achieved.

Distribute the meeting minutes to everyone concerned, including the Contracting Officer and the COTR, Construction Manager, and other FWS personnel, within three days of the meeting.

B. Preconstruction Conference: The Contracting Officer will schedule a preconstruction conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to the Contracting Officer, COTR, Facility Director, On-Site Government Inspector, and Contractor.

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1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of the Contracting Officer, Refuge Manager; Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors;

suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the conference.

Participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

a. Tentative construction schedule.

b. Phasing.

c. Critical work sequencing and long-lead items.

d. Designation of key personnel and their duties.

e. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders.

f. Procedures for RFIs.

g. Procedures for testing and inspecting.

h. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

i. Distribution of the Contract Documents.

j. Submittal procedures.

k. Preparation of record documents.

l. Use of the premises and existing building.

m. Work restrictions.

n. Working hours.

o. Owner's occupancy requirements.

p. Responsibility for temporary facilities and controls.

q. Procedures for moisture and mold control.

r. Procedures for disruptions and shutdowns.

s. Construction waste management and recycling.

t. Parking availability.

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u. Office, work, and storage areas.

v. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

w. First aid.

x. Security.

y. Progress cleaning.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

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PART 3 – EXECUTION

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PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 MEASUREMENT

A. All Work required in this section shall not be measured for payment.

4.2 PAYMENT

A. Compensation to the Contractor for all Work required in this section shall be included in the price bid in the Schedule of Values for Mobilization, -END OF SECTION 01 31 00-

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION – 01 32 00

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SECTION 01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Construction schedule updating reports.

3. Daily construction reports.

4. Site condition reports.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Activity: A discrete part of a project that can be identified for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and controlling the construction project. Activities included in a construction schedule consume time and resources.

1. Critical Activity: An activity on the critical path that must start and finish on the planned early start and finish times.

2. Predecessor Activity: An activity that precedes another activity in the network.

3. Successor Activity: An activity that follows another activity in the network.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Initial schedule, of size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period.

B. Construction Schedule Updating Reports: Submit with Applications for Payment.

1.4 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate Contractor's construction schedule with the schedule of values, submittal schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

1. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from entities involved.

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2. Coordinate each construction activity in the network with other activities and schedule them in proper sequence.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, GENERAL

A. Time Frame: Extend schedule from date established from the Notice to Proceed to the date of completion.

B. Activities: Treat each story or separate area as a separate numbered activity for each main element of the Work. Comply with the following:

1. Activity Duration

2. Procurement Activities

3. Submittal Review Time

4. Punch List and Final Completion: Include not more than 15 days for completion of punch list items and final completion.

C. Constraints: Include constraints and work restrictions indicated in the Contract Documents and as follows in schedule, and show how the sequence of the Work is affected.

D. Milestones: Include milestones indicated in the Contract Documents in schedule, including, but not limited to, the Notice to Proceed, Substantial Completion, and final completion.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

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PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 MEASUREMENT

A. All Work required in this section shall not be measured for payment.

4.2 PAYMENT

A. Compensation to the Contractor for all Work required in this section shall be included in the price bid in the Schedule of Values for Mobilization, -END OF SECTION 01 32 00-

PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION – 01 32 33

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SECTION 01 32 33 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for the following:

1. Preconstruction photographs.

2. Periodic and final construction photographs.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 77 00 - Closeout Procedures for submitting photographic documentation as Project Record Documents at Project closeout.

1.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Digital Photographs: Submit unaltered, original, full-size image files within five days of taking photographs.

1. Digital Camera: Minimum sensor resolution of 8 megapixels.

2. Digital photographs to be submitted in the order in which they were taken with the photograph “name” as given by the device used to take to photo.

3. Identification: Provide the following information with each image description in file metadata tag:

a. Date and time photograph was taken

b. Unique photograph number

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Photographs to be clear, focused, level, have proper exposure settings (not over exposed or under exposed), and clearly show and document the subject matter.

Detail photographs (close-ups) to be preceded by a larger overall view of the area being documented.

1.4 USAGE RIGHTS

A. If a professional photographer is used for this requirement, obtain and transfer copyright usage rights from photographer to Owner for unlimited reproduction of photographic documentation.

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PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 PHOTOGRAPHIC MEDIA

A. Digital Images: Provide images in JPG format, with minimum size of 8 megapixels.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS

A. Photographer need not be a professional photographer, but an individual familiar with and able to produce clear, focused photographs of the subject area with good reference points.

B. General: Take photographs using the maximum range of depth of field, and that are in focus, to clearly show the Work. Photographs with blurry or out-of-focus areas will not be accepted.

1. Maintain key plan with each set of construction photographs that identifies each photographic location.

C. Digital Images: Submit digital images exactly as originally recorded in the digital camera, without alteration, manipulation, editing, or modifications using image-editing software.

1. Date and Time: Include date and time in file name for each image.

D. Preconstruction Photographs: Before commencement of construction, take photographs of Project site and surrounding properties, including existing items to remain during construction, from different vantage points.

1. Take minimum of 10 photographs, or as needed, to show existing conditions adjacent to property before starting the Work.

E. Periodic Construction Photographs: Take photographs as needed to fully document the construction progress. Try to retake progress photos from the same vantage points when possible, so as to show relative construction progress.

F. Final Completion Construction Photographs: Take color photographs after date of Substantial Completion for submission as Project Record Documents.

G. Additional Photographs: The Government may request photographs in addition to periodic photographs specified as needed to verify progress or to verify work completion accuracy.

1. Three days' notice will be given, where feasible.

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2. In emergency situations, take additional photographs within 24 hours of request.

3. Circumstances that could require additional photographs include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Immediate follow-up when on-site events result in construction damage or losses.

b. Extra record photographs at time of final acceptance.

H. Upon closeout of the project, all photos are to be provided to the government via electronic transfer. Photos shall be structured within folders for the date which the photo was taken. Folders shall be named as such: (Year)-(MNDY). For example, July 11, 2021 would be noted as 2021-0711.

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 MEASUREMENT

A. All Work required in this section shall not be measured for payment.

4.2 PAYMENT

A. Compensation to the Contractor for all Work required in this section shall be included in the price bid in the Schedule of Values for Mobilization, -END OF SECTION 01 32 33-

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SECTION 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the submittal schedule and administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require Contracting Officer responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require Contracting Officer responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Schedule: A summary of required submittals, but not necessarily all of the required submittals, is listed in Table No. 1 at the end of this section. The Contractor is required to make all submittals required by the Contract Documents, including these Specifications. Detailed submittal requirements are included in each section of these Specifications.

1.4 SUBMITTAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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

1. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

a. Contracting Officer reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

B. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on Contracting Officer receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, Division 1, Page 28 including resubmittals. Submittals received after 1:00 PM will be considered to having arrived the following day.

1. Initial Review: Allow 10 working days for initial review of each submittal.

Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Contracting Officer will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

3. Resubmittal Review: Allow 10 working days for review of each resubmittal.

C. Electronic Submittals: Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. Name file with submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

2. Transmittal Form for Electronic Submittals: Use FWS transmittal form.

This form will be made available in either PDF or as a Word document.

D. Options: Identify options requiring selection by the Government.

E. Deviations: Identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

F. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of revision.

3. Resubmit submittals until they are marked with approval notation from Contracting Officer’s action stamp.

4. The contractor is allowed (2) resubmittals for any one item or group of related items for a total of (3) reviews of any given item or group of items.

If at that time the contractor has not provided the required, requested information, the Government shall be allowed a credit for additional review time and associated costs.

G. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as

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H. Use for Construction: Retain complete copies of submittals on project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from Contracting Officer’s action stamp.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Electronic Submittal Procedure Requirements:

1. Submit electronic submittals via email as PDF electronic files.

2. PDF files shall be formatted as an 8.5x11 or 11x17 size “sheet” to allow readability and reduce file size.

3. Contracting Officer’s Representative, through the Contracting Officer, will return annotated file by e-mail. Annotate and retain one copy of file as an electronic Project record document file.

a. Provide a digital signature with digital certificate on electronically-submitted certificates and certifications where indicated.

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment. Do not submit items of different CSI divisions together within a single submittal, they shall be submitted separately.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard published data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable to the item being submitted for approval. Submittals that are not clearly marked will be returned without review.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Testing by recognized testing agency.

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f. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

g. Notation of coordination requirements.

h. Availability and delivery time information.

4. Submit Product Data before or concurrent with Samples.

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