A06_AFTC__100__Final_Draft_Specifications__07-26-2022.pdf

July 2022 FWS Abernathy FTC Construction Documents Intake Structure Project

ABERNATHY FISH TECHNOLOGY CENTER

INTAKE STRUCTURE PROJECT

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

July 2022

ABERNATHY FISH TECHNOLOGY CENTER

INTAKE STRUCTURE PROJECT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

01 00 00 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

02 41 00 – SITE DEMOLITION

03 30 00 – CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

03 60 00 – GROUT & CONCRETE BONDING AGENTS

05 12 00 – STRUCTURAL STEEL

05 50 00 – METAL FABRICATIONS

05 53 00 – METAL GRATING

26 00 00 – ELECTRICAL – GENERAL CONDITIONS

26 00 05 – ELECTRICAL – EXISTING SYSTEMS

26 00 10 – EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL FOR ELECTRICAL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES

26 05 19 – WIRES AND CABLES

26 05 26 – GROUNDING

26 05 32 – OUTLET AND PULL BOXES

26 05 33 – RACEWAYS

26 24 16 – PANELBOARDS

26 24 19 – MOTOR CONTROLLERS

26 27 26 – SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLES

26 50 00 – LIGHTING

31 23 00 – EXCAVATION AND FILL

31 23 19 – DEWATERING

31 25 00 – EROSION CONTROL

33 21 00 – SLIDEGATE VALVES

33 41 00 – WATER SUPPLY PIPING

40 71 13 – MAGNETIC FLOW METERS

46 21 56 – CONE INTAKE SCREEN ASSEMBLIES

ABERNATHY FISH TECHNOLOGY CENTER

INTAKE STRUCTURE PROJECT

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Intake Structure Project at Abernathy Fish Technology Center involves the following elements:

A. Demolition & Removal of Existing Intake Structure

Demolish and remove the existing concrete intake structure. This includes removal of the associated slide gate valve, grating, trash racks and retaining wall.

B. Dewatering of Existing Forebay and Cleanout of the Existing Fish Ladder

Provide dewatering cofferdam system within the stream to isolate the intake structure area, associated ladder, dam weir and existing horizontal screen structure work area from the stream.

Remove the existing debris and bedload deposits in the fish ladder and remove all steel grating, handrails, trash racks, guides and concrete pool weir dividing walls as indicated on the drawings.

C. Install New Fish Screen Intake Structure & Two New ISI Cone Intake Screens

Construct concrete foundation slab with associated foundation support. Provide two new ISI cone configured intake screen systems with associated brush cleaning systems, hydraulic controls and hydraulic power unit. Water is conveyed from the new intake cone screens into the existing intake bays through new 30” diameter HDPE pipes out the bottom of the screens and cored through the existing intake structure wall. Construct new concrete protective structure including walls, steel framing, grating and trash racks over the tops of the screen units. Provide mechanical slide gates and electrical power & controls.

D. Retrofit Existing Concrete Fish Ladder

Retrofit the existing fish ladder with new weir bulkheads between pools as indicated. Install concrete infill within existing wall openings as shown at upstream and downstream end of ladder. Provide new steel weir guides, grating, and handrails as indicated. Provide new isolation slide gates and trash racks at fish ladder exit.

E. Remove Existing Horizontal Screen Structure & Provide Flow Meter

Demolish and remove the existing horizontal screen structure downstream of the intake and ladder.

Provide new pipe connection manholes and associated flow meter and vault.

Installation of the new improvements described above will need to be done in coordination with hatchery operations.

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. Work: Includes all necessary materials, labor superintendence, management, fees, assessments and costs to design and construct the project in accordance with the contract documents.

B. Ancillary Design

1. General

2. Documentation

3. Design Build elements

01 11 40 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Service outages: Limit service outages to maximum 4 hours unless written permission is obtained from COTR and Station Manager.

B. Construction Work Schedule: This project must be constructed during the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) established In-Water Work Period: July 15th to September 15th

C. Work Hours: For on-site construction work, hours shall be normal business hour of operation for that facility which are normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except federal holidays, unless approved otherwise.

D. Housing for workers and campsites are not available on site unless explicitly indicated otherwise in the Task Order.

E. Government buildings and other facilities are not available for storage of Contractors materials, equipment, and tools. Government owned equipment is not available for Contractors use to accomplish any Work.

F. Habitat Restrictions: Wildlife habitat issues may restrict building seasons. Coordinate with COTR for requirements.

01 20 00 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

A. Measurement: No measurement of the work will be made, unless unit prices are included in the project.

B. Payment: Payment will be made monthly for approved work performed in accordance with the contract requirements under the items listed in the Schedule of Items and based on the approved Schedule of Values.

C. Application for Payment:

1. Schedule of Values:

a. Prepare a Schedule of Values in the format (or approved equivalent format) of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) form number G702/703 Application and Certificate for Payment.

b. Submit a detailed Schedule-of-Values within 7 days prior to the start of on-site construction work. Format the schedule-of-values to match the Pricing Schedule and show sufficient additional detail to allow accurate calculation of monthly progress payments

2. Certified Payrolls: Submit certified payrolls current to within 1 week of payment application period.

3. Invoices: Electronically submit an invoice with updated Schedule of Values to:

U.S Fish & Wildlife Service, Region 1 911 NE 11th Avenue Portland, OR 97232-4181

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01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. The standard Government forms, specifications, associated plans, solicitation provisions, and contract clauses made a part of the contract are essential parts thereof, the requirements in one are as binding as though contained in all. They are intended to be mutually supplementary to describe and provide for a completed project.

B. In cases of conflict between specifications, contract provisions, supplemental agreements, and provisions of Standard Government Forms; the provisions of Standard Government Forms shall govern. In all cases of dispute in respect to such conflict or as to what part or parts of the specifications apply to any given parts of the work, decisions shall be made by the Contracting Officer

(CO).

C. Coordination

1. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and work of the various sections of specifications to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements.

2. Verify and confirm all dimensions and conditions shown or implied on the Drawings and specifications as well as the physical conditions of the site. Notify COTR of discrepancies prior to start of work for resolution.

3. Verify that characteristics of construction equipment are compatible with required direct and indirect construction activities necessary for completing all of the required improvements.

4. Provide field engineering and construction surveying, including but not limited to staking, to accurately establish the horizontal and vertical locations of the work.

5. Government furnished drawings shall not be scaled to obtain missing or conflicting dimensions. The Construction Contractor shall keep a check on dimensions and details as the work progresses and any errors or discrepancies discovered shall be promptly reported to the COTR.

D. Accomplish construction work in a manner that does not interfere with ongoing station operations, nor allow any construction material or debris to enter waters of the State.

01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

A. Schedule:

1. Distribution: At Preconstruction Meeting, submit initial schedule.

2. Develop schedule on commercially available computer scheduling software

3. Provide schedule showing work break down structure or precedence diagram.

4. Identify day, date, duration, and float for each work activity.

5. Break down activities by, skill set or trade, geographic location within project, separation in time, work hours, (80-100) or cost ($5000.00-$10,000.00 maximum)

6. Identify all interfaces with government that may impact schedule. Keep government interfaces from critical path to maximum extent practical.

7. Update schedule to reflect changes/delays in the work.

8. Provide 3-4 week look ahead Schedules. Update Schedule every week and submit to COR.

Coordinate activities with Station manager.

B. Notification: Provide Station Manager 48 hours written notice prior to all service outages. Coordinate timing of outage to minimize conflicts with normal operations.

C. Project meetings

1. Preconstruction Meeting: Project Manager/COR will arrange a Preconstruction Meeting prior to start of any construction. Require attendance by all parties affected by the work. Take and distribute meeting notes to all affected parties.

2. Progress Meetings: As required by the progress of the project, Contractor will coordinate progress job meetings. Require attendance by all parties affected by the work

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3. Contractor will take and distribute meeting notes to all affected parties. Notes should be distributed within 48 hours of meetings.

01 33 00 SUBMITTALS

A. Master Submittal List: Submit Master submittal list identifying all submittals required. Submit list at

Pre-construction meeting. Identify each submittal by title and appropriate specification section.

Sequentially number each submittal.

B. Electronically transmit submittals with the Government-furnished Submittal Form R1-67 that will also be used as the document for approving or disapproving submittals. Government will furnish R1-67 in Word format for interactive use. Submit R1- 67 form in Word format for transmittal sheet of each submittal. Obtain written approval before items are ordered. Use a separate R1-67 form for each broad category of material to avoid confusion should a re-submittal be necessary.

C. Submit all submittals to the COTR signed by the Contractor indicating they comply with the contract requirements. Submittals without the Contractor’s signature will be returned without action.

D. Submittals shall contain detailed product literature, shop drawings, material samples, and/or finish samples fully describing the items proposed for installation.

E. Conspicuously mark the item submitted to explicitly indicate the specific options, models, mechanical/electrical characteristics, trim styles, colors, sizes, etc. Annotate the submittal to cross reference to the mark numbers/group numbers shown on the drawings and/or specification.

F. Tab and index submittals containing more than ten pages.

G. Explicitly and clearly indicate all features that differ from the contract requirements.

H. Submittals will be returned to the Contractor within 14 working days of the date received by the

COTR.

I. Submit documentation for all products, materials, and equipment proposed for use including MSDS sheets for any hazardous materials.

J. Material Certifications:

1. Submit manufacturer’s certificate indicating material or product conforms or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

2. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product but must be acceptable to COTR.

K. Samples:

1. Submit exact product or material to be used.

2. Submit product sample of size specified and of sufficient size to clearly show the characteristics, integral parts, and attachment of the product or system.

3. Submit interior and exterior color and texture samples at one time for coordinated review by

COTR.

L. Deviations from Construction Documents:

1. For deviations from construction documents, submit a request for deviation to the Structural

Engineer for review. Include CO and COR on the correspondence with the Structural Engineer.

The Structural Engineer is either to accept or reject the request for deviation. The basis of the Structural Engineer’s determination to accept or reject is structure serviceability.

2. Any deviation which has a cost increase shall be submitted for a secondary review and approval to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer has final authority for deviation acceptance.

01 35 00 SPECIAL PROCEDURES

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A. Rollover Protection and Seat Belts: In addition to the Safety and Health requirements of clause Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.236-13 of Part 2, Section I of this Contract, rollover protection and seat belts required by 29CFR 1926 (OSHA) shall be extended to include equipment regardless of the year of manufacture.

B. Immediately stop work if paleontological, archaeological or historical remains (including burials or skeletal material) are encountered, immediately stop the work and notify the Inspector, Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative, or Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer will notify the Regional Archaeologist so the provisions of 36 CFR 800.7 (Resourced Discovered During Construction) and other relevant laws are followed. Work will cease in the immediate vicinity until permitted to resume by written order from the Contracting Officer. Work in other areas may proceed as approved by the regional Archaeologist.

C. Hazardous Materials: The proposed work areas are believed not to contain any hazardous materials.

Should any unknown hazardous materials be encountered, stop work immediately and notify COTR in writing of condition.

01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor Quality Control:

1. The contractor is responsible for the overall quality of all its own work and the work performed by their subcontractors working under this contract.

2. The quality of any part of the work installed must not be less than that required by the technical divisions of this specification.

3. If the COR determines that the quality of work does not conform to the applicable specifications and drawings, the contractor will be advised in writing of the areas of nonconformance, and within 7 days the contractor must correct the deficiencies and advise the CO in writing of the corrective action taken.

4. Supervision: At all times when onsite work is underway, provide an onsite Project Manager or Project Superintendent who has a good working knowledge of the project work and who is able to converse (read, write, and speak) fluent English.

B. Noncompliance with Quality Control Requirements: Failure of the contractor to comply with the above requirements may be cause for termination for default.

C. Quality Control Procedures

1. Monitor quality control over Contractor staff, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturer's, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship.

2. Comply fully with manufacturer's published instructions, including each step in sequence of installation.

3. Should manufacturer's published instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for Work, except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

E. Perform Work by persons who are thoroughly qualified and trained in their respective trade, to produce workmanship of specified quality.

F. Perform tests required by governing authorities having jurisdiction and utilities having jurisdiction.

G. Maintain check-off list of Work that does not comply with Contract Documents, stating specifically what is non-complying, date faulty Work was originally discovered, and date Work was corrected. No requirement to report deficiencies corrected same day it was discovered. Submit copy of Non- Compliance Check-Off List of non-complying work items to Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative on a weekly basis.

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H. Prior to final acceptance by Contracting Officer, submit a certification signed by Contractor to Contracting Officer stating that all Work has been inspected and all Work, except as specifically noted, is complete and in compliance with Contract Documents.

I. Project Safety:

1. The Contractor is responsible for safety on the project site at all times, from issuance of the Notice to Proceed until final completion and acceptance of the project by the Contracting Officer.

2. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all onsite activities, equipment, and facilities constructed by the Contractor, subcontractor, or supplier conform fully to the standards of the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926 and 1910; and DOI and FWS policies.

3. Adhere to all current Federal, State and local safety requirements. In the event where any safety standard referenced herein conflicts with another, the more stringent shall govern.

4. Initiate and maintain, throughout the performance of this contract, an effective safety program that provides adequate policies, procedures, and practices to protect their employees from, and allow them to recognize, job-related safety and health hazards.

5. Include in safety program, provisions for the identification, evaluation, prevention and control of general work site hazards, specific job hazards, and potential hazards that may arise from foreseeable construction methods and conditions, as well as providing a competent person to conduct frequent and regular inspections.

6. Each employee for all contractors and subcontractors must be instructed in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to the work environment.

7. Provide barricades and warning devices as necessary to safeguard the public, workers, and government personnel.

8. Where project work affects public roads, provide signage in accordance with the current edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as published by the US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.

01 41 00 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Regulatory Requirements:

1. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. This condition applies to, but is not limited to, laws and regulations governing noise levels, air and water quality standards, and cultural resources.

2. Comply with the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code, International Building Code, Architectural Barriers Act (ABA), National Electric Code, International Plumbing Code, and International Mechanical Code

3. If the code provisions conflict, the more stringent code provision shall govern.

4. In any instances where the drawings and specifications do not specify explicit materials or methods, then perform the work in accordance with the minimum requirements of the code applicable to the work.

B. Permit Responsibility:

1. In general, customary building permits, mechanical and electrical permits are not required.

2. The Contractor shall, arrange for, obtain, and pay for any permits, licenses, government charges, connection fees, assessments, and inspection fees necessary for interface connections with serving utilities or other agencies having jurisdiction for prosecution of the Work.

3. Include fees for items above as a line item in the Schedule of Values

01 41 00 MITIGATION MEASURES

A. Air Quality: The project applicant shall require that all diesel equipment with a horsepower of 75 or more used shall meet the Tier 4 emission standards.

B. Cultural Resources:

1. In the event unknown historic and pre-historic resources are encountered during construction operations, all construction operations within the vicinity of the find shall cease until the time a professional archeologist assesses the find to determine its significance.

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2. Project-related earth disturbance has the potential to unearth previously undiscovered human remains, resulting in a potentially significant impact. If human remains are encountered during excavation activities, all work will halt and the County Coroner will be notified.

3. In the event evidence of subsurface paleontological resources are encountered during construction, all drilling and other construction activity in the area of the find shall cease and a qualified paleontologist shall determine the significance of the find and if recovery actions are required. If it is determined that the find is significant a Paleontological Resource Mitigation Program shall be prepared.

C. Geology: During construction and operation of the project Best Management Practices shall be implemented to minimize the potential for erosion. Erosion Control Best Management Practices shall include as appropriate; installation of silt fencing and fiber rolls, applying erosion control blanket, erosion control seeding light watering of disturbed areas and stockpiles and preserving existing vegetation.

D. Hazardous Materials

1. During construction activities the project will be required to comply with local, State and Federal laws and regulations regarding the handling and storage of hazardous substances.

2. Heavy construction equipment operating near the Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge salt water marsh will prepare and have available a Hazardous Material Spill Prevention Plan. The Hazardous Material Spill Prevention Plan shall will contingency clean-up plans in the event of an accidental release of hazardous substances into the environment.

01 42 00 REFERENCES

A. Acronyms

1. USFWS, US FWS, US & FWS, FWS, Owner, Government, and Service, are all intended to mean U.S Fish & Wildlife Service, Region 1 911 NE 11th Avenue Portland, OR 97232-4181

2. CO: Contracting Officer

3. COTR or COR: Contracting Officers Technical Representative

4. CGS: Division of Contracting and General Services, Region 1, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.

5. DOI: Department of Interior

5. EN: Division of Engineering, Region 1, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.

6. D/B: Design Builder or Design Build entity

7. FF&E: Furnishings, Fixtures, and Equipment

8. NWR: National Wildlife Refuge

9. NWRC: National Wildlife Refuge Complex

10. NFH: National Fish Hatchery

11. NFHC: National Fish Hatchery Complex

B. Definitions

1. Allowance(s): A specific monetary sum included in the basic contract amount for a contract element that is undefined. Allowance includes all labor, materials, incidental expenses, taxes, and contractor markups for incorporation of the element into the project. Allowances will be paid for on a time and materials basis after submittal and approval of a detailed cost break down and a contract modification has been issued. Should the allowance amount exceed the actual cost, savings will accrue to the Owner. Should the allowance not cover the cost an equitable contact modification will be issued.

2. Authority Having Jurisdiction: Division of Engineering, Region 1, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

3. Industry Standard: A reference standard that establishes a level of quality, performance or other characteristic of a material or system.

4. Local Authority Having Jurisdiction: Duly adopted local code authority, agency, or serving utility governing or serving the location of the project.

5. Remove and Replace (RR): Remove existing component or assembly and replace in kind with new materials of same type, design, quality, and operating characteristics.

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6. Remove and Salvage (RSALV): Remove component, equipment or assembly intact and turn over to government for their use.

7. Refurbish (RFR): Restore component, equipment, or assembly “as new”. Refurbishing includes but is not limited to cleaning, restoring finishes, making inoperable items operable, rewiring, relamping, custom manufacturing unavailable parts, and replacing missing parts. If necessary for refurbishment, remove component, equipment, or assembly intact, refurbish, and reincorporate it into the project.

8. Remove and Reinstall (RSR): Remove component, equipment, or assembly intact. Store and protect removed items, reincorporate into project in same condition prior to removal.

9. Unit Price: Establishment of a price based on a per unit basis or task basis for work to be provided in the project. Unit prices will be good for the duration of the project. Quantities will be measured and only actual quantities installed will be paid for. Unit prices should include all costs including taxes and fee for furnishing and installing into the project. When unit prices are within 10% of estimated amounts the initial unit price will be valid. When unit price quantity exceeds 10% of estimated amounts unit price may be renegotiated.

01 4 00 TESTING AND INPECTION

A. Employ and pay for services of an independent testing agency or laboratory acceptable to Owner to perform specified testing.

1. Prior to start of Work, submit testing laboratory name, address, and telephone number, and names of full time specialist(s) and responsible officer.

2. Submit copy of report of laboratory facilities inspection made by Materials Reference Laboratory of National Bureau of Standards during most recent inspection, with memorandum of remedies of deficiencies reported by inspection.

B. The independent firm will perform tests, inspections and other services specified in individual specification sections and as required by Engineer. Refer to sheet S-001 for additional Special Inspection requirements.

1. Laboratory: Authorized to operate in State of Oregon.

2. Laboratory Staff: Maintain full time specialist on staff to review services.

3. Testing Equipment: Calibrated at reasonable intervals with devices of an accuracy traceable to

National Bureau of Standards or accepted values of natural physical constants.

C. Testing, inspections and source quality control may occur on or off project site. Perform off-site testing as required by Owner’s Representative.

D. Reports will be submitted by independent firm to Engineer, Contractor, and authority having jurisdiction, indicating observations and results of tests and indicating compliance or non-compliance with Contract Documents.

E. Cooperate with independent firm; furnish samples of materials, design mix, equipment, tools, storage, safe access, and assistance by incidental labor as requested.

F. Testing and employment of testing agency or laboratory shall not relieve Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

G. Re-testing or re-inspection required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by same independent firm on instructions by Engineer.

H. Agency Responsibilities:

1. Test samples of mixes submitted by Contractor.

2. Provide qualified personnel at site. Cooperate with Owner’s Representative and Contractor in performance of services.

3. Perform specified sampling and testing of products in accordance with specified standards.

4. Ascertain compliance of materials and mixes with requirements of Contract Documents.

5. Promptly notify Owner’s Representative and Contractor of observed irregularities or non-conformance of Work or products.

6. Perform additional tests required by Architect/Engineer.

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7. Attend preconstruction meetings and progress meetings.

I. Agency Reports: After each test, promptly submit two copies of report to Owner’s Representative, Contractor, and authority having jurisdiction. When requested by Engineer, provide interpretation of test results. Include the following:

1. Date issued.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name of inspector.

4. Date and time of sampling or inspection.

5. Identification of product and specifications section.

6. Location in Project.

7. Type of inspection or test.

8. Date of test.

9. Results of tests.

10. Conformance with Contract Documents.

J. Limits On Testing Authority:

1. Agency or laboratory may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

2. Agency or laboratory may not approve or accept any portion of the Work.

3. Agency or laboratory may not assume duties of Contractor.

4. Agency or laboratory has no authority to stop the Work.

01 51 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Provide temporary facilities and utilities needed including heat, light, power, water, telephone, sanitary facilities, job offices, storage enclosures, safety devices, construction aids, and support equipment.

B. If suitable FWS power and water is present on the site, those utilities may be used for construction purposes at no cost to the Contractor.

C. Coordinate onsite parking and access with Station Manager.

D. Maintain all fire access lanes and fire parking areas clear of all construction materials, vehicles, and equipment.

E. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. This condition applies to, but is not limited to, laws and regulations governing noise levels, air and water quality standards, and cultural resources.

F. Protect adjacent vegetation, property, structures, and improvements from damage.

G. Coordinate with the local FWS staff to select a construction staging area

H. Provide safety equipment and methods as necessary to perform the work in a safe manner in accordance with federal and state health and safety regulations. Provide temporary fencing, barricades, and warning devices as necessary to safeguard the public and government personnel.

01 61 00 BASIC PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

A. Definition: “Product” means new material, machinery, components, equipment, fixtures, and systems of current manufacturer included in the work, and not including machinery and equipment used for preparation, fabrication, conveying and erection of the work. Products may include existing materials or components required for reuse.

B. Provide Products that comply with Contract Documents, are undamaged and new at time of installation.

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C. Provide Products complete with accessories, trim, finish, safety guards, and other devices and details needed for complete installation and intended use and effect.

D. Substitutions may be considered when Contractor becomes aware of a product or procedure that is more environmentally sensitive.

E. Provide interchangeable components of the same manufacturer, for similar components.

F. Use of asbestos or lead containing products is prohibited.

G. Product Selection

1. Comply with specified industry standards.

2. Provide products in size, type, and quantity indicated and specified, unless, variations are accepted by CO in writing.

3. Provide products with capacities, sizes, and performance ratings indicated and specified, unless, variations are accepted by CO in writing.

4. Two or more products of the same kind shall be identical and by the same manufacturer.

01 63 00 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

A. Product Options

1. For Products specified by Reference Standards or by description only, select any Product meeting those standards or description.

2. For Products specified by naming one or more manufacturers and allowing no options for substitutions, use products of manufacturers named and meeting specifications.

3. For Products specified by naming one or more manufacturers with a provision for substitutions, Contractor must submit a Request for Substitution for any manufacturer not specifically named.

4. Use of the terms “or equal”, “approved”, or approved substitution”, means substitutions are allowed.

5. When a single product or material is identified and substitutions are allowed it is the intent of the specified product or material to provide a level of quality, design and performance for evaluation of substitutions.

B. Substitution Representations

1. A substitution request constitutes a representation that the Contractor has investigated the proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product or system.

2. The contractor will provide the same warranty for the substitution as for the specified product

3. The contractor will coordinate the installation and make changes to the work, which may be required for the work to be completed with no additional cost to the government.

4. Waive claims for additional costs or time extensions which may subsequently become apparent.

5. Reimburse the government for review or redesign services associated with re-approval.

C. Substitution Procedures

1. Submit substitution requests on a copy of the CSI Substitution Request Form.

2. Submit a separate request for each product, supported with complete data, drawings, and samples as appropriate.

3. Substitution requests for a multiple list of mechanical and electrical components in one category of work by one manufacturer may be listed on one Substitution Request Form.

4. COTR will notify Contractor, in writing, of decision to accept or reject substitution request.

01 66 00 PRODUCT STORAGE AND HANDLING REQUIREMENTS

A. Transport and handle Products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration and loss, including theft.

B. Schedule Product delivery to minimize long-term storage at Project site and prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

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C. Coordinate Product delivery with installation schedule to assure minimum holding time for items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft, and other losses.

D. Deliver Products to Project site in undamaged condition in manufacturer's original sealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

E. Promptly inspect shipments to ensure that Products comply with project requirements, quantities are correct, Products are undamaged, and properly protected.

F. Store and protect Products in accordance with manufacturers' published instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible.

G. Store Products subject to damage by elements above ground, under cover in weather tight enclosure, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation. Maintain temperature and humidity within range required by manufacturer's published instructions.

H. For exterior storage of fabricated Products, place on sloped supports, above ground.

I. Provide off-site storage and protection when Project site does not permit on-site storage or protection.

J. Cover Products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to avoid condensation or potential degradation of Product.

K. Store loose granular materials on solid flat surfaces in a well-drained area. Prevent mixing with foreign matter.

01 71 00 EXAMINATION

A. Verification of Conditions: Verify that field measurements, surfaces, substrates and conditions are as required, and ready to receive Work.

B. Report in writing to COTR prevailing conditions that will adversely affect satisfactory execution of the

Work. Do not proceed with Work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

C. By beginning Work, Contractor accepts conditions and assumes responsibility for correcting unsuitable conditions encountered at no additional cost to the US Fish and Wildlife Service.

01 73 00 EXECUTION

A. Manufacturer’s Instructions

1. Handle Store, fabricate, erect, install, connect, apply, clean, condition and adjust products and systems in accordance with manufacturer’s printed instructions and in conformance with requirements specified herein.

3. Obtain and distribute copies of manufacturer’s printed fabrication, installation, and application instructions to parties involved in the construction.

4. Review and resolve conflicts between manufacturer’s instructions and contract documents with COTR prior to fabrication and installation of products and systems

B. Perform the work in accordance with the technical specifications and other provisions of this contract.

01 73 00 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Accomplish cutting and patching to:

1. Incorporate new work into existing work,

2. Remove defective non complying work,

3. Uncover defective work or work not installed in proper sequence.

4. Observe work covered by contractor prior to acceptance.

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5. Provide openings in elements of work for penetration of mechanical and electrical and other utility work.

6. Remove samples of work for testing.

B. Employ original or skilled and experienced installer to perform cutting and patching.

C. Execute cutting and remove materials by methods which will prevent damage to other work and provide proper substrate for installation of repairs or new work

D. Submit written request in advance of cutting or altering elements that may effect:

1. Structural integrity of element

2. Integrity of weather exposure or moisture resistant elements

3. Efficiency, maintenance, or safety of element

4. Visual qualities of sight exposed elements

5. Work of owner or separate contractor

E. Identify any hazardous material or hazardous condition exposed during the cutting to the COTR for decision or remedy.

F. Provide shoring, bracing, and support to maintain structural integrity of the project.

G. Restore work with new products in accordance with specified requirements.

H. Patch and repair adjacent surfaces to comply with specified tolerances and finishes.

I. Refinish exposed surfaces to natural breaks in the existing finished surface

J. Refinish continuous surfaces or elements to nearest intersection.

K. Refinish entire unit or assembly.

L. Fill openings made oversized to install equipment, utility lines, and sleeves until finished surface is tight against penetrating material allowing for movement of penetrating member.

M. Maintain integrity of fire rating of any element, wall assembly, floor assembly, or roof /ceiling assembly.

01 74 00 CLEANING

A. Cleaning During Construction:

1. Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain work areas and site in a clean and orderly condition.

2. Collect and remove waste materials, debris, and rubbish from work areas periodically

3. Upon Substantial Completion of the Work, or a portion of the Work, remove all debris, trash, construction wastes, materials, equipment, machinery, and tools arising from the Work to permit Government to occupy the Project or a portion of the Project for its intended use.

4. Restore Contractor used areas to their original or better condition.

5. Minimize creation of construction, deconstruction, and demolition waste. Minimize factors that contribute to waste such as over-packaging, improper storage, ordering error, poor planning, breakage, mishandling, and contamination.

6. Develop a Waste Management Plan to ensure that existing site and building materials are reused, salvaged, or recycled.

7. Unless modified by the CO, divert 50%, minimum, of total project waste from landfills. Dispose of all materials not salvaged, reused, or recycled legally, off-site, in licensed disposal facilities.

B. Final Cleaning:

1. Leave project broom clean and ready for occupancy.

2. Remove temporary protection and facilities installed during construction to protect previously completed installations during remainder of construction.

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3. Dispose of all debris and rubbish legally in licensed disposal facilities

01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Thoroughly familiarize the local Field Station staff with the improvements and train them to be proficient in operation and maintenance.

B. Deliver to the project site any specialty tools, spare materials, maintenance materials, or similar devices such that the Field Station staff is able to operate and maintain the work.

C. Pre-final Walk Through:

1. Notify the COTR and schedule a preliminary walk through at an appropriate time prior to the anticipated date of completion of all work.

2. From this walk through COR will develop a punch list of items yet to be completed or deficiencies to be corrected.

3. The Contractor representative responsible for the work shall be present at the preliminary walk through and shall submit a preliminary list of unfinished work

D. Final Walk Through: Schedule final walk through upon completion of the work identified on the punch list.

E. The time required for walk throughs and for making any corrections as a result thereof shall be included in the contract performance time.

F. Adjust operating products and equipment to ensure smooth unhindered operation.

H. Identify all closeout procedures on the project schedule.

01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Submit a full size set of red-lined drawings and complete set of specifications that clearly indicates the as-constructed work. Submit one set of marked up record drawings, one set of reproducible CAD drawings showing as-constructed conditions, and one electronic copy on a CD complying with FWS CAD Standards.

B. Submit fully executed manufacturer’s standard material, product, and equipment warranties, assigned to U.S Fish & Wildlife Service.

C. Submit all regulatory-agency clearance documents indicating the work complies with their requirements, including but not limited to, finalized plumbing/gas/electrical inspections, septic system approvals, well approvals, and material testing and inspection reports.

D. After completion of the work and prior to final payment, submit a Release of Claims (Form DI-137 provided by USFWS), properly executed by the Contractor, releasing claims against the United States arising out of this contract, other than claims specifically excepted from the operation of the release.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 02 41 00

SITE DEMOLITION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes

1. All demolition work shall be done as shown on the drawings and as necessary to fully complete all work. Contractor shall furnish all labor and material necessary to cut, alter, remove, or temporarily remove and replace existing construction where indicated, specific herein, or as necessary for completion of the project.

2. General demolition of elements on the site include the following:

a. Existing concrete fish ladder and associated fabricated metal.

b. Concrete aprons and slabs.

c. Existing metal pick barrier structure and concrete columns.

d. Miscellaneous concrete within fish screen structure.

e. Existing travelling screen units.

f. Miscellaneous piping and mechanical elements.

g. Site utilities & fencing.

B. Related Sections

1. Not used in this section.

1.2 REFERENCES

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

1. American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

2. ANSI/ASSE A 10.6: (most recent version) Safety & Health Program

Requirements for Demolition Operations

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Not used in this section.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit proposed salvage, demolition and removal procedures for approval before work is started. Demolition plan shall include procedures for careful removal and disposition of materials specified to be salvaged, coordination with other work in progress, a disconnection schedule of utility services, a detailed description of methods and equipment to be used for each operation and of the sequence of operations.

B. Provide a Phasing Plan demonstrating how construction and utility connections and cross-overs will be sequenced to maintain full time operation of the hatchery during construction.

C. An Erosion and Sediment control plan shall be submitted to demonstrate specific measures proposed to prevent erosion and sediment resulting from construction from entering the saltwater marsh and adjacent wetlands and riparian areas. The Erosion Control Plan shall clearly identify duration, dimensions and critical elements of the plan. See requirements in Section 31 25 00 – Erosion Control.

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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The work includes demolition or removal of all construction indicated or specified.

Do not begin demolition until authorization is received from the Owner's representative. Remove rubbish and debris daily, unless otherwise directed; do not allow accumulations inside or outside the building. Store materials that cannot be removed daily in areas specified by the Owner's representative.

B. Use adequate numbers of skilled workmen who are thoroughly trained and experienced in the necessary crafts and who are completely familiar with the specified requirements and methods needed for proper performance of the work of this section.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Comply with federal, state and local hauling and disposal regulations. Safety requirements shall conform to ANSI A10.6.

1.7 SCHEDULING AND SEQUENCING

A. Not used in this section.

1.8 BURNING

A. Burning will not be permitted.

1.9 RELOCATIONS

A. Perform the removal and reinstallation of relocated items as indicated with workmen skilled in the trades involved. Repair items to be relocated that are damaged or replace damaged items with new undamaged items as approved by the contracting officer.

1.10 SITE ACCESS

A. Do not obstruct vehicle traffic on adjacent streets, drive lanes, fire lanes, parking areas, easements, and loading areas, without written permission from Owner and public authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Do not obstruct foot traffic and power driven ground maintenance equipment traffic on park drive lanes, walks, playing fields, playgrounds, and building exit passageways without written permission from Owner and public authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Do not obstruct the Owner’s and public use of adjacent facilities without prior written permission from Owner.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 Not used in this section.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXISTING FACILITIES TO BE REMOVED

A. Structures: Remove indicated existing structures and paving as indicated.

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B. Utilities and Related Equipment: Remove existing utilities as indicated and terminate in a manner conforming to the nationally recognized code covering the specific utility. Remove meters and related equipment and deliver to Owner. If utility lines are encountered that are not shown on drawings, contact the Owner for further instructions.

C. Patching: Where removals leave holes and damaged surfaces exposed in the finished work, patch and repair these holes and damaged surfaces to match adjacent finished surfaces. Where new work is to be applied to existing surfaces, perform removals and patching in a manner to produce surfaces suitable for receiving new work. Finished surfaces of patched area shall be flush with the adjacent existing surface and shall match the existing adjacent surface as closely as possible as to texture and finish.

3.2 DISPOSITION OF MATERIAL

A. Title to Materials: Except where indicated, all materials and equipment once removed, and not reused, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the project site. The Owner will not be responsible for the condition or loss of, or damage to, such property after contract award. Materials and equipment shall not be viewed by prospective purchasers or sold on the site.

B. Reuse of Materials and Equipment: Remove and store materials and equipment listed and indicated to be reused or relocated to prevent damage, and reinstall as the work progresses.

C. Salvaged Materials and Equipment: Remove materials and equipment that are indicated and specified to be removed by the Contractor and that are to remain the property of the Owner, and deliver to a storage site, as directed within 10 miles of the work site.

3.3 CLEANUP

A. Debris and Rubbish

1. Remove and transport debris and rubbish in a manner that will prevent spillage on pavements, streets or adjacent areas. Limit to 3/8 cubic yard capacity buggies or other conveyances used on roofs and within the building to transport removed debris to chute locations. Clean up spillage from pavements, streets and adjacent areas.

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SECTION 03 30 00

CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies cast-in place concrete, including formwork, reinforcement, concrete materials, mixture design, placement procedures, and finishes for the following:

1. Footings and slabs.

2. Concrete walls.

3. Elevated slabs.

4. Miscellaneous concrete structures and connections

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Cementitious Materials: Portland cement alone or in combination with one or more of the following: blended hydraulic cement, fly ash and other pozzolans, ground granulated blast-furnace slag, and silica fume; subject to compliance with requirements.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

B. Design Mixtures: For each concrete mixture. Submit alternate design mixtures when characteristics of materials, Project conditions, weather, test results, or other circumstances warrant adjustments.

1. Include substantiating substantial test data to show compliance with ACI

318 Chapter 5.

C. Steel Reinforcement Shop Drawings: Placing drawings that detail fabrication, bending, and placement. Include bar sizes, lengths, material, grade, bar schedules, stirrup spacing, bent bar diagrams, bar arrangement, splices and laps, mechanical connections, tie spacing, hoop spacing, and supports for concrete reinforcement. The steel reinforcement detailer shall generate all shop drawing bending and installation details from the structural and civil drawings and specifications. The use of reproductions or photocopies of the contract drawings shall not be permitted.

1. Provide details of fabrication, bending, and placement, prepared according to ACI 315, "Details and Detailing of Concrete Reinforcement." Include special reinforcement required for openings through concrete structures.

2. Shop drawing re-submittals shall clearly identify all revisions to previous submittals.

a. Heavy ink clouded outlines (revision clouds) shall be…