S-12-0004 Attachment 1 Desert View General Specs.pdf

ATTACHMENT 1

DESERT VIEW OVERLOOK

REHABILITATION PROJECT

AG-0261-S-12-0004

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS – 124 Pages

USDA Forest Service, R-4 Desert View Overlook Rehabilitation Project

SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK 000001

Section C - Description/Specifications/Statement of Work

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

A. This project includes enlarging the existing Desert View Overlook parking area, replacing the overlook trail with a new accessible trail, constructing a new overlook and trail, and optional item to excavate the cut bank across the highway.

B. The work includes but is not limited to excavation work, paving, retaining wall construction, concrete work, trail construction, drainage structures, and sign installation.

C. Quantities associated with these options are identified in the Schedule of Items.

1.2 PROJECT LOCATION

A. The project is located in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Clark County, Nevada, in Section 31, T. 18 S., R.

57 E. It is located approximately 35 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada. The project may be accessed from State Highway 158 at milepost 7.3.

1.3 SITE INFORMATION AND LIMITATIONS

A. The following site conditions are considered incidental to the contract and the contractor will not be paid directly for any of the following items:

1. Construction sites will be closed to the public during construction. The Contractor will be responsible for signing and limiting public access.

2. Contractor will provide all materials and labor necessary to protect streams, wet or dry, during construction activities. The Contractor will be required to submit a stream protection plan and receive approval from the COR, in writing, prior to the beginning of construction.

3. All construction equipment shall be pressure washed before entering National

Forest System lands. The removal of mud and debris from treads, tracks and undercarriage, with emphasis on axles, frame, cross-members, motor mounts, and underneath steps, running boards, and front bumper/brushguard assemblies will be required. The purpose is to reduce or eliminate the transportation of noxious weeds, which is required by Federal and State regulations.

4. Water, power and other utilities are not available at the site. The Contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary utilities for the completion of this project.

5. Toilet facilities are not available at the site. The Contractor shall provide temporary toilet facilities (porta-potty) at the site during all construction work, in accordance with specification Section 015000 Temporary Facilities and Control.

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E. Preservation of Natural Features: Confines all operations to work limits of the project.

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

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

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

Consult with CO and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

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

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

F. Existing Utilities: Notify CO and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

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

2. Interruption of Existing Utility Service: Notify CO, 48 hours in advance of any interruption of existing utilities.

1.5 MEALS AND LODGING

A. Meals and lodging are commercially available in the City of Las Vegas within 35 miles of the construction site. Meals or lodging will not be available at Forest Service facilities.

1.6 CAMPING

A. With approval by the CO, National Forest Service lands may be used by the Contractor to have one fully contained recreation vehicle which may remain at this site for security.

1.7 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

A. There is no specified construction sequence or season for this project.

B. Depending on conditions, normal fire restrictions may apply to activities associated with this project.

1.8 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

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1.9 PERMITS

A. Special permits for dust abatement, electrical work or any other permits required by County, State, or Federal laws or regulations shall be obtained by the Contractor.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 010100

November 2011

SUMMARY OF WORK SECTION 01010 - 1

SECTION 010100 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Work for this project consists of excavation, paving, retaining wall construction, concrete work, trail construction, drainage structures, and sign installation.

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. It is located 35 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada on Highway 158.

1.3 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

A. The elevation of the site is approximately 8000 feet above mean sea level. The construction site experiences snowfall and cold temperatures with snow on the ground typically from November through March.

B. In-depth soil surveys have not been performed; however, rocks at the ground surface are evident throughout the area. The Contractor should expect to encounter such rock during excavation and grubbing operations. Blasting shall meet all state and local requirements and have a blasting plan approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. In-depth water table surveys have not been performed; however, if water is encountered during excavation, the Contractor shall perform adequate dewatering to keep the excavation free from water and dispose of the water without damage to property.

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

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

B. Contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public and employees.

C. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO.

D. Contractor shall provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Contractor shall minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.

E. Preservation of Natural Features: Confines all operations to work limits of the project.

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

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

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

Consult with CO and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

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

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

F. Existing Utilities: Notify CO and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

1. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the

2. Interruption of Existing Utility Service: Notify CO, 48 hours in advance of any interruption of existing utilities.

1.5 MEALS AND LODGING

A. Meals and lodging are commercially available in the City of Las Vegas within 35 miles of the construction site. Meals or lodging will not be available at Forest Service facilities.

1.6 CAMPING

A. With approval by the CO, National Forest Service lands may be used by the Contractor to have one fully contained recreation vehicle which may remain at this site for security.

1.7 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

A. There is no specified construction sequence or season for this project.

B. Depending on conditions, normal fire restrictions may apply to activities associated with this project.

1.8 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

1.9 PERMITS

A. Special permits for dust abatement, electrical work or any other permits required by County, State, or Federal laws or regulations shall be obtained by the Contractor.

SUMMARY OF WORK SECTION 01010 - 3

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 010100

CONSTRUCTION STAKING 010250 - 1

SECTION 010250 - CONSTRUCTION STAKING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This work shall consist of the construction staking of trails, overlooks, parking lots, drainage structures, and retaining walls in accordance with the Drawings and Specifications. The work includes the furnishing of all labor, equipment, instruments, materials, transportation and other incidentals necessary to complete the construction staking in accordance with these specifications and acceptable engineering practice.

1.2 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Construction staking shall be accomplished under the direction of a Civil Engineer, Engineering Technician, or Land Surveyor closely associated and familiar with construction staking; periodic visits to the project site are required.

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Measurement shall be lump sum for surveying and staking the project through all phases of construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 STAKES

A. Identification stakes and hubs shall be of sufficient length and width to provide and solid set in the ground and to provide space for marking above ground when applicable.

Other dimensions and materials may be used, such as steel reinforcing bars, wire flagging and markers, and metal pins, if approved in writing by the Contracting Officer (CO). The top 2 inches of all slope, guard, reference, clearing, and structure stakes shall be painted or marked with plastic flagging. Colors used on stakes or for flagging shall be as follows:

1. Roads, parking lots, and parking spurs -Orange

2. Waterlines, utilities, and culverts -Blue

3. Family Units, group units, stairs, and paths -Red

4. Buildings, excavation and grading -Yellow

5. Tent pads -Blue/White Striped

2.2 SURVEY NOTE PAPER AND BOOKS

A. Paper for survey notes shall be moisture-resistant paper. Notes shall be contained in books with covers that will protect the contents and retain the pages in numerical sequence during field use. Field notebooks or note paper shall be furnished by the contractor.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. The Contractor shall be required to provide all necessary staking and control for all phases of construction. The contractor shall use the data and information shown on the project drawings to establish the location of all facilities to be constructed under this contract. The Contractor may choose any method of establishing horizontal and vertical controls provided the following minimum precision and accuracy requirements are met.

B. Accuracy requirements:

1. Minimum position close; 1/1000

2. Vertical closure: 0.05 ft (vertical)/station (100 feet horizontal)

3. Cross section and slope stake precision:

C. Allowable deviation of cross section line projection from a true perpendicular to tangents, a true bisector of angle points, or a true radius of curves: +/-3 degrees.

D. Cross section topography measurements shall be taken so that variations in ground form a straight line connecting the cross section points will not exceed: 1.0 ft.

E. Horizontal and vertical accuracy for slope stake, slope stake references, and clearing limits. In feet or percentage of horizontal distance measured form centerline or reference stake, whichever is greater. Slope reference stakes and slope stakes: 0.15 ft or 0.6%. Clearing limits: 1.0 ft.

3.2 ESTABLISING AND REFERENCING IMPROVEMENT LOCATIONS

A. Parking Lots and Retaining Walls

1. Slope stakes (cut and fill catch points), clearing limits, and slope stake references shall be established on both sides of the centerline at each station established.

Slope stakes and slope stake references shall be located on a line at right angles to tangents and on radial lines or curves. Slope stake catch points shall be located by using the grading plans and/or profiles as shown on the drawings.

2. Slope stakes shall be set at 50-foot intervals, at significant breaks in the ground profile, culvert locations, and widening transition points. Slope stakes shall be set at 25 foot intervals around curves having a radius less than 100 feet.

B. Paths and Trails and Overlook

1. Slope stakes (cut and fill catch points), clearing limits, and slope stake references shall be established on both sides of the centerline at each station established.

Slope stakes and slope stake references shall be located on a line at right angles to tangents and on radial lines or curves. Slope stake catch points shall be located by using the grading plans and/or profiles as shown on the drawings.

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2. Slope stakes shall be set at 10-foot intervals, at significant breaks in the ground profile, culvert locations, and widening transition points.

C. Drainage Structures

1. Slope stakes and slope reference stakes shall be set at all drainage structure locations. A culvert reference stake and hub shall be set on the centerline of the culvert 10 feet from each end or beyond the clearing limit, whichever is greater.

The following shall be recorded on these stakes:

a. The actual field measured length

b. The vertical and horizontal distance from hubs to the invert at the ends of the culvert.

3.3 DISCREPANCIES

A. The contractor shall compare the staked centerline horizontal and vertical alignment with the design data. Differences between previously recorded and observed elevations of bench marks shall be referred to the Contracting Officer. Differences in centerline profile elevations exceeding 1 foot at any two or more consecutive points shall be reported to the contracting Officer for evaluation and possible revision. Staking of these areas shall be deferred until the Contacting Officer resolves these differences.

3.4 VERTICAL CONTROL

A. Vertical control for construction shall be as referenced on the Drawings.

3.5 MARKING STAKES

A. All stakes shall be legibly marked, in the format agreed upon with the Contracting Officer, with a stake pencil that leaves an imprinted or with waterproof ink. Marking shall conform to the nomenclature below;

PI Point of Intersection of tangents PC Point of curvature POC Point on curve Pt Point of tangency POT Point on tangent RP Reference point P P-line (preliminary location line) L L-line (final location line) BM Bench mark TBM Temporary bench mark BT Begin taper (any) ET End taper (any) C Cut F Fill L Centerline

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D Ditch W Width

3.6 SURVEY NOTES

A. All survey data shall be neatly recorded in survey books. All survey notes shall become the property of the Forest Service. Errors shall be deleted by lining out. Date, crew names and positions, instrumentation, and weather shall be recorded in the notes at the beginning of each day’s work. The party chief shall sign or initial each page of the notes immediately after the last entry for each day’s work.

B. Electronically recorded survey notes shall be consecutively numbered and headed to identify the contents. The notes shall be supported and accompanied by a bound book that records the project name and for each day identifies date, crew names and positions, instrumentation, weather, type of survey, stationing of sections between which survey was performed, and survey data or sketched that cannot be electronically recorded. The party chief shall sign or initial the electronically recorded notes and Day Book immediately after the last entry for each day’s work.

END OF SECTION 010250

July 2010

MOBILIZATION SECTION 011900 - 1

SECTION 011900 - MOBILIZATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This item is intended to compensate the Contractor for operations including, but not limited to, those necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site; for payment of premiums for bonds and insurance for the project; and for any other work and operations which must be performed or costs that must be incurred incident to the initiation of meaningful work at the site and for which payment is not otherwise provided for under the contract.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. The measurement shall be lump sum for mobilization. Payment shall be as follows:

1. Bond premiums will be reimbursed after receipt of the evidence of payment.

2. 50% of the lump sum, not to exceed 5% of the original contract amount, will be paid following completion of 5% of the original contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

3. Payment of t he r emaining por tion of t he l ump s um, up t o 10% of the original contract amount, w ill b e pa id following c ompletion of 10% of t he o riginal contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

4. Any por tion of t he l ump sum in excess of 10% of t he or iginal contract amount will be paid after final acceptance.

5. Progress pa yments f or mobilization a nd pr eparatory w ork s hall b e s ubject t o retainage.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011900

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300 - 1

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other miscellaneous submittals. See Table 013300-1 for a summary of required submittals.

B. See other specification section within this package for additional requirements on submittal.

1.2 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

B. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Allow 14 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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

3. Allow 14 days for processing each re-submittal.

4. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing.

C. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification.

1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.

2. Provide a space on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

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3. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. If more than one item is shown on submittal sheet, identify item.

D. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless CO observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

F. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by CO in connection with construction.

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate measurement and/or payment will be made for this section. Payment shall be included with work shown in the schedule of items.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS – (Submittals requiring CO approval)

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed 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.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

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b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Preparation: Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

e. Wiring diagrams showing field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control wiring.

f. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

2. Wiring Diagrams: Differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed wiring.

D. Contractor's Construction Schedule: The contractor shall submit a Construction Schedule, for approval by CO, in accordance with the contract provisions within 5 day of commencement of work.

E. Samples: Prepare physical units of materials or products, including the following:

1. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS – (Submittals NOT requiring CO approval)

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements in Section 014100

"Quality Control."

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B. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements.

C. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements.

D. Maintenance Data: Prepare written and graphic instructions and procedures for operation and normal maintenance of products and equipment.

E. Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documents manufacturer's recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating a product or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and telephone number of manufacturer.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to CO.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

C. CO will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

D. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

E. Substitutions – Whenever materials, products, and equipment are listed by name or brand in the specifications and/or on the drawings, it is used as a measure of quality, utility, or standard. If the Contractor prefers to use any other brand or manufacturer of same quality, appearance and utility to that specified, he shall request substitution as provided below, not less than 30 days before the planned installation of the item. The Contracting Officer will approve or disapprove the request for substitution.

F. Requests for substitutions will only be considered if contractor submits the following:

1. Complete technical data including drawings, complete performance specifications, test data, samples and performance tests of the article proposed for substitution. Submit additional information if required by Contracting Officer.

All items in the above information shall be circled, tagged, or marked in some

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way to indicate all deviations or differences which the proposed item differs from the originally specified item.

2. Similar data as above for item originally specified. All items shall be marked to identify where/how the proposed substitution will differ.

3. A statement by the Contractor that the proposed substitution is in full compliance with the contract documents, applicable codes, and laws.

4. The Contractor shall be responsible for any effect upon related work in the project for any substitution and shall pay any additional costs generated by any substitutions.

3.2 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE – Submittals shall be made as required by and called for in the drawings and specifications. The following table is a summary of the required submittals for the project - the table is to assist the Contractor and may not be all inclusive – additional submittals may be required by specific specifications:

TABLE 013000-1

Spec.

Section

Section Title Sub-sec-tion

Required Submittal

010250 Construction Staking 3.6 Survey Notes

014100 Quality Control 1.3

Contractor quality control plan, Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

Test and inspection reports As-Built drawings

033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete 1.05 Mix Design, Catalog Data

055213 Pipe and Tube Railings 1.3 Product Data, Shop Drawings, Samples 099113 Exterior Painting 1.2 Product Data, Samples 312200 Grading 1.04A Samples 312300 Excavation, Backfill and Compaction 1.04 Test Results

312500 Slope Protection & Erosion Control

Measures 1.04A Product Samples

321204 Crushed Aggregate Base or Surface

Course 1.2

Source, Gradation, Material Properties, Compaction, Proctor

334100 Storm Sewage Systems 1.05A Product Data

END OF SECTION 013300

QUALITY CONTROL SECTION 014100 - 1

SECTION 014100 – QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 This work shall consist of providing quality control in conformance with the inspection, testing, and product certification requirements of this contract to ensure compliance with the drawings and specifications. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tests, and reports necessary to meet the requirements of the contract.

1.2 QUALITY CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a quality control system that will ensure all services, supplies, and construction work required under this contract conforms to the contract requirements. The Contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, the sampling, inspection, and testing required to substantiate that all services, supplies, and construction conform to the contract requirements.

B. Special Tests and Inspections: Contractor will engage a testing agency to conduct required special tests and inspections. The Contractor shall authorize the testing agency to perform the required testing and inspections on the work completed. The authority shall include:

1. Testing agency will interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from the Contract Documents.

2. Testing agency will re-test and re-inspect corrected work.

C. Retesting/Reinspecting: Contractor shall provide quality-control services for retesting and reinspection for replaced construction work or for work that failed to comply with the requirements under the contract.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor Quality Control Plan

B. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

C. Test and Inspection Reports

D. As-Built Drawings

1.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate payment will be made for the work included under this section; rather payment shall be considered to be included in the items of work listed in the Schedule of Items.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM

A. General: Perform required testing, inspections, sampling, and similar services per direction specified in the contract drawings and specifications and in accordance with established industry standards.

3.2 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

A. At the time of the preconstruction conference, the Contractor shall submit for approval a written Contractor Quality Control Plan.

1. If the plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the plan within 10 days.

2. The Government reserves the right to require changes in the plan during the contract period as necessary.

3. No change in the approved plan may be made without written concurrence by the

Contracting Officer.

4. At a minimum, the plan shall include the following:

a. A list of personnel responsible for quality control and assigned duties.

Include each person's qualifications.

b. A copy of a letter of direction to the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor outlining assigned duties.

c. Names, qualifications, and descriptions of laboratories to perform sampling and testing, and samples of proposed report forms.

d. Methods of performing, documenting, and enforcing quality control of all work.

e. Methods of monitoring and controlling environmental pollution and contamination as required by all applicable regulations and laws.

3.3 TEST AND INSPECTION REPORTS

A. Submit three copies of complete test results no later than three calendar days after the test was performed.

B. Submit failing test results and proposed remedial actions within four hours of noted deficiency.

C. Testing and Inspection Reports shall include the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

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3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples, tests, or inspections.

5. Names of individuals performing tests and inspections.

6. Reference Specification Section(s).

7. Complete test or inspection data.

8. Test and inspection results and an interpretation of test results.

9. Ambient conditions at time sample was taken, tested, or inspected.

10. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected work complies with the Contract Document requirements.

11. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

12. Recommendations on retesting and reinspecting.

3.4 PERMITS, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATES

A. For Contracting Officer’s records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations relevant to the on performance of the work.

3.5 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A. The Contractor shall maintain a set of the contract drawings depicting as-built conditions. These drawings shall be maintained in a current condition and shall be available for review. All variations from the original contract drawings shall be indicated in red on the drawings. Upon completion of the contract work, as-built drawings shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer.

3.6 SAMPLING, TESTING, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Sampling, testing, and Certification requirements and frequency for specific items shall be as specified in the drawings and specification.

END OF SECTION 014100

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL 01510 - 1

SECTION 015100 – TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This work consists of furnishing, maintaining, relocating, and removing temporary traffic control and safety devices and services for the control and protection of public traffic near the project site. Prior to beginning construction the Contractor shall submit a traffic control and safety plan to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. As a minimum the traffic control and safety plan shall address signing in and near the project site and at all road and highway junctions that will be used as access to the project site, material sources, water sources and disposal sites as well as any other areas where the Contractor will be performing work under this contract.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate measurement or payment will be made for work specified in this section.

All work will be included in other items listed in the Schedule of Items.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 TRAFFIC CONTROL

A. Traffic control and safety device (barricades, cones, tubular markers, vertical panels, drums, portable barriers and so forth) designs and configurations shall conform to the MUTCD. When interpreting the requirements in the applicable MUTCD sections, replace the word should with the word shall.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. All signs shall be constructed to comply with the requirements of MUTCD for the construction operations. Install and maintain temporary traffic control and safety devices adjacent to and within the project as shown on the approved traffic control and safety plan and MUTCD. Install and maintain traffic control and safety devices as follows:

1. Furnish a nd i nstall t raffic c ontrol and s afety d evices b efore t he s tart o f construction operations.

2. Install only those traffic control and safety devices needed for each stage or phase.

3. Relocate temporary traffic control devices as necessary.

4. Immediately replace any device that is lost, stolen, destroyed, or inoperative.

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5. Keep temporary traffic control and safety devices clean.

6. Remove a ll t emporary t raffic control devices upon c ontract completion or when approved.

B. Barricades

1. Perform the work described under MUTCD Part VI. Use type III or IV reflective sheeting. U se w ood, m etal, or pl astic ba rricades. When t ype II b arricades a re used, use barricades that collapse when tipped over.

C. Construction Signs

1. Use t ype III o r IV r eflective s heeting. U se w ood, m etal, f iberglass, or o ther approved posts.

END OF SECTION 015100

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SECTION 02570

CRACK SEALING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 WORK INCLUDED

A. Preparation

B. Equipment

C. Temperature Control

D. Application

E. Protection

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 02576 – Asphalt Slurry Seal Coat

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work shall be performed by experienced and qualified workmen with equipment standard with the industry.

B. No material shall be installed until approval has been given.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit manufacturer's certificate of compliance for material.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIAL

A. The sealing compound shall be a homogenous blend of materials combined in such a manner as to produce a material with the following properties:

1. Workability: The material shall pour readily over its specified application temperatures and penetrate a 1/4 inch crack for the entire ambient temperature range recommended by the manufacturer for application of this material.

2. Flexibility: A (1/8" x 1" x 6") specimen of the product conditioned to 0° F. shall be capable of being bent to a 90° angle over a 1.125" mandrel conditioned to 0° F in 2 seconds without cracking. (State of Utah Test).

3. Curing: The product shall cure sufficiently within 45 minutes of application, over the manufacturer's recommended ambient temperature range for application, to allow normal traffic without tracking.

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4. Ductility: A standard specimen shall be capable of being pulled a minimum of 30 cm at 1 cm/min. at 39.2° F. (State of Utah Test).

5. Force-Ductility: The standard specimen shall not exceed a force of 4 lb. during the specified elongation: 30 cm at 1 cm/min. at 39.2° F. (State of Utah Test).

6. Flow: Material shall comply to ASTM D-3045, Section 4.3 (Flow).

7. Tensile Strength Adhesion: Material shall comply with ASTM D-3406, Section 4.7

Tensile Adhesion, except that sealant specimens shall be cured 4 hours (not 7 days).

8. Asphalt Compatibility: There shall be no failure in adhesion, or formation of an oily ooze at the interface between the sealant and the asphaltic concrete or softening or other harmful effects on the asphalt concrete when tested at 140° F.

B. Sealant material shall be supplied pre-blended, pre-reacted and prepackaged. If supplied in solid form the blocks of completed material shall be cast in a plastic or other dissolvable liner having the capability of becoming part of the crack sealing liquid. The sealant shall be delivered in the manufacturer's original sealed container. Each container shall be legibly marked with the manufacturer's name, the trade name of the sealer, the manufacturer's batch or lot number, the application temperature range, the recommended application temperature and the safe heating temperature.

C. Mixing of different manufacturer's brands or different types of sealant shall be prohibited.

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Identify locations of existing asphaltic concrete pavement cracks greater than 1/4" in width.

B. Immediately prior to sealing cracks, for at least six inches on both sides of the crack, clear foreign matter and loosened particles with compressed air equipment.

C. The compressed air equipment shall meet the following requirements:

1. Velocity of the exiting air shall be sufficient to remove all loose asphalt particles, debris, water, etc. to leave the exposed crack clean and dry prior to sealing.

2. Direct flame dryers shall not be used.

3.02 EQUIPMENT

A. Sealant placement equipment shall use circulating hot oil heat transfer for heating the product.

No direct heat transfer units shall be used. Maximum product tank capacity of sealant placement equipment shall not exceed 500 gallons.

3.03 TEMPERATURE CONTROL

A. Sealant manufacturer's instructions on application temperature shall be observed. The Contractor's sealant unit shall have available at all times an operating ASTM 11-F thermometer with an intact mercury column or a certified, calibrated digital pyrometer, CRACK SEAL 02570- 3 electronic thermometer, or equivalent direct reading temperature measurement device capable of reading within 5° F. from 200° to 600° F.

B. Product tank temperatures shall be taken with one of the certified calibrated devices described. Temperature gauge readings are not acceptable.

C. Material shall not be placed if the temperature is below the manufacturer's recommended minimum application temperature.

D. Material that has been overheated in excess of 30° F. above the manufacturer's recommended maximum temperature for 1 hour or 60° F. for 1/2 hour shall be rejected and wasted at the Contractor's expense.

3.04 APPLICATION

A. Sealing shall be done only when the cracks are clean and dry and upon approval of the Owner.

B. Install crack sealant in a sufficient quantity to overfill the crack. Immediately squeegee the sealant remaining on the surface to form a sealant-band. The squeegee shall be either attached to the wand or be kept within five feet of the sealant applicator at all times.

C. The sealant-band shall be centered on the crack(s) and shall have the following configuration:

1. Extend 1/2" to 1" on either side of the crack(s) with a maximum width to cover two cracks (side by side) of 3".

2. Minimum thickness of 1/32" and maximum thickness of 3/32".

3. At least 90% of the band shall have a thickness of 1/16" �1/64".

4. A wipe zone flush with the pavement surface shall extend from 1/2" to 1" on either side of the band.

D. Fill cracks in excess of 1" in width with asphaltic concrete or as directed by the Owner.

3.05 PROTECTION

A. Where traffic or construction activities may cause tracking or pullout of the sealant material, sand the sealant as it is placed or as directed by the Owner.

B. Replace sealant material picked up or pulled out at no additional cost to the Owner. Any damage to the traveling public resulting from sealant application or sealant pullout shall be paid for by the Contractor.

END OF SECTION 02570

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CONCRETE FORMWORK 031000 - 1

SECTION 031000

CONCRETE FORMWORK

PART 1 GENERAL

A. Concrete formwork for on-site cast-in-place concrete curb, and s torm sewage system structures, or other improvements removed or damaged during the work.

1.02 RELATED WORK

A. Section 321613 – Curbs, Gutters, Drive Aprons and Walks

B. Section 032000 - Concrete Reinforcement

C. Section 033000 - Cast-In-Place Concrete

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with federal, state, and/or local codes and regulations.

B. All work shall be performed by experienced and qualified workmen.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 UTILITY STRUCTURE FORM MATERIALS

A. Forms shall be of suitable material and of a type, size, shape, quality, and strength to insure construction as designed.

B. Metal forms for exposed surfaces may be used when all bolt and rivet holes are countersunk so that a plane, smooth surface of the desired contour is obtained.

C. Rough lumber may be used for forming surfaces that will be covered by earth in the finished structure.

D. Forms for all surfaces that will not be completely enclosed or hidden below the permanent surface of the ground shall be made of surfaced lumber, or material which will provide a surface at least equal to surfaced lumber or plywood.

E. All lumber shall be free from knotholes, loose knots, cracks, splits, warps, or other defects affecting the strength or appearance of the finished structure. Any lumber or material which becomes badly checked or warped, prior to placing concrete, shall not be used.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

A. All forms shall be f ree of bulge and warp, and shall be cleaned thoroughly before being used.

3.02 FORM CONSTRUCTION

A. Forms shall be s o constructed that the finished concrete shall be of the form and dimensions shown on the plans and t rue to line and grade, and sufficiently rigid to resist deflection. Design of formwork and removal of forms and shores are to conform to ACI

318. The responsibility for their adequacy shall rest with the contractor.

B. All forms shall be mortar tight and so designed and constructed that they may be removed without injuring the concrete.

C. If, at any stage of the work, during or after placing the concrete, the forms sag or bulge to such an extent as to allow concrete to fall below the elevation shown on the plans, or outside the true line of the form, the concrete affected shall be removed.

D. No concrete may be deposited against the earth as a side form.

END OF SECTION 031000

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SECTION 032000

CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

A. Placing of concrete reinforcing for cast-in-place concrete water, sanitary sewage and storm sewage system structures.

1.02 RELATED WORK

A. Section 031000 - Concrete Formwork

B. Section 033000 - Cast-In-Place Concrete

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with federal, state, and/or local codes and regulations.

B. All work shall be performed by experienced and qualified workmen.

1.04 REFERENCES

A. "Manual of Standard Practices", Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI)

B. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

1. A-615, "Deformed and Plain Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement"

2.01 STEEL MATERIALS

A. Reinforcing steel:

1. All reinforcing bar material used for reinforcement of concrete shall be intermediate Grade 60 steel conforming to the requirements of ASTM A-615.

2. All rods shall be deformed and round.

3. All reinforcement shall be uncoated, free from rust, scale, form oil, etc.

4. Welded wire fabric for concrete reinforcement shall conform to ASTM A-185.

B. Accessories:

1. All accessories, including such items as chairs, spacers, saddles, etc., shall be of steel formed in such a manner and with sufficient strength to perform the intended functions. Chairs, spacers, saddles, etc., which are set in contact with forms, are to be galvanized or provided with plastic tips or coating to prevent rust spots on finish concrete surface.

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C. Wire:

1. All tying steel shall not be less than 18 gage annealed iron lacing wire. All wire tie ends shall point away from forms.

A. All reinforcement shall be f ree from loose mill scale, loose or thick rust, dirt, paint, oil, or grease, and shall present a clean surface.

3.02 PLACING STEEL REINFORCEMENT

A. Reinforcing bars shall be accurately placed as shown on the plans and shall be firmly and securely held in position in accordance with the "Manual of Standard Practice" of the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute, using concrete or metal chairs, spacers, metal hangers, supporting wires and other appropriate devices of sufficient strength to resist crushing under full load. Metal chairs which extend to the surface of the concrete (except where shown on the plans) and wooden supports, shall not be used.

B. Placing bars on layers of fresh concrete as the work progresses and adjusting bars during the placing of concrete will not be permitted.

C. Tack welding of reinforcing bars in place shall not be allowed.

D. Splicing:

1. Splices of bars shall be made only where shown on the Drawings or as approved by the Owner.

2. Where bars are spliced, they shall be l apped at least 30 di ameters, unless otherwise shown on the plans.

3. Splicing shall be accomplished by placing the bars in contact with each other and wiring them together.

E. Bending reinforcement:

1. Bends and hooks in bars shall be made in the manner prescribed in the "Manual of Standard Practice" of the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute.

2. Bars shall not be bent or straightened in a manner which will injure the material.

3. Bars with kinks or unspecified bends shall not be used.

END OF SECTION 032000

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SECTION 033000

CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

A. Inspection

B. Preparation

C. Placing Concrete

D. Hot Weather Concreting

E. Cold Weather Concreting

F. Expansion, Contraction and Construction Joints

G. Finishing

H. Curing

I. Field Quality Control

J. Protection

1.02 RELATED WORK

A. Section 031000 - Concrete Formwork

B. Section 032000 - Concrete Reinforcement

A. Qualifications of Workmen:

1. Use workmen thoroughly trained and experienced in placing and finishing the types of concrete specified.

B. Comply with federal, state and local codes and regulations.

C. Comply with hot or cold weather requirements as applicable.

1.04 REFERENCES

A. The American Concrete Institute (ACI):

1. 306R, "Cold Weather Concreting"

2. 305R, "Hot Weather Concreting"

3. 318-83, "Building Code Requirements"

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B. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

1. C-150, "Portland Cement"

2. C-33, "Concrete Aggregates"

3. C-94, "Ready-Mixed Concrete"

1.05 SUBMITTALS

A. A mix design and information based on trial batch test results shall be submitted to

Contracting Officer at least two weeks prior to commencement of the work.

B. Results from a reputable independent testing laboratory showing concrete aggregates comply with applicable sections of ASTM C-33. Contractor shall pay for necessary tests as directed by Engineer. A minimum of one test shall be made on the aggregate used for the first 5 cubic yards of concrete and for each 50 cubic yards thereafter.

Should the Contracting Officer deem that additional testing of aggregate is necessary, he may select samples from any of the aggregate to be used and have these samples tested by a recognized laboratory of his choice. Such material shall not be used in the work until the test reports are available. Should the material fail to meet the specified requirements, the aggregate will be rejected and the expense of testing shall be borne by the Contractor. Should the tests show the aggregate to be satisfactory, the cost of additional testing will be borne by the Government.

C. Submit manufacturer's information (catalog data) for all products.

1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Ready-mixed concrete: Concrete shall be mixed only in such quantities as are required for immediate use. The maximum allowable time between charging of the material in the mixing drum and final placing shall be ninety minutes for air temperatures below 80˚ F and sixty minutes for temperatures above 80 degrees F. Concrete not placed within these time limits, or if an i nitial set has developed shall not be used. Tempering concrete by adding water or by other means will not be permitted.

B. Materials shall be delivered, stored, and handled so as to prevent damage by water or inclusion of foreign materials. Packaged materials shall be delivered and stored in original package, marked with brand and maker's name, until ready for use.