solicitation.doc

OMB APPROVAL NO. 2700-0042

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

AG-03J1-S-08-0035

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

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SEALED BID (IFB)

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NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED

7/16/08

PAGE OF PAGES

IMPORTANT - The “offer” section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

198447

6. PROJECT NO.

7. ISSUED BY

CODE

USDA, Forest Service

Kootenai National Forest

31374 U.S. Highway 2 Libby, MT 59923-3022 Same as Block 7

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

Jeanne Robertson B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

(406) 283-7618

SOLICITATION

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations “offer” and “offeror” mean “bid” and “bidder.”

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date):

THREE LAKES CAMPGROUND IMPROVEMENTS

Kootenai National Forest

Rexford, Fortine, Three Rivers, & Libby Ranger Districts Lincoln County, Montana

Price Range: The Government estimate is between $100,000 and $250,000.

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within 10 calendar days and complete it within * calendar days after receiving

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award, FORMCHECKBOX notice to proceed. This performance period is FORMCHECKBOX mandatory, FORMCHECKBOX negotiable. (*See Section F.)

12A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If “YES,” indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

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YES

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NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A.

Sealed offers in original and 0 copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 4:30 p.m. local time August 15, 2008. If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror’s name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B.

An offer guarantee

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is, FORMCHECKBOX is not required.

C.

All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D.

Offers providing less than 60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

1442-101

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

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Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

CODE

FACILITY CODE

17.

The offeror agrees to perform the work at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government within calendar days (60 calendar days if no other period is stated) after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement.) Offers providing less than 30 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will be considered nonresponsive and will be rejected.

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print)

20B. SIGNATURE

20C. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

BLOCK 27

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

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10 U.S.C. 2304(c)( )

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41 U.S.C. 253(c)( )

26. ADMINISTERED BY

CODE

Same as Block 7

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

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28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return ____ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work, requisitions identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration slated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications or incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

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29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print) 31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

JEANNE M. ROBERTSON

30B. SIGNATURE

30C. DATE

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31C. AWARD DATE

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STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK (REV. 4-85)

SECTION B – SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

THREE LAKES CAMPGROUND IMPROVEMENTS

Kootenai National Forest

Rexford, Fortine, Three Rivers, & Libby Ranger Districts Lincoln County, Montana

B-1 - SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

ITEM

NO.

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

TOTAL

PRICE

Item 1 – Bad Medicine:

15101

LS

30111

Aggregate Surface Course, Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

62403

Furnishing and Placing Topsoil, 6 inch depth

62527

Seeding, Fertilizing, and Mulching, Dry Method

TOTAL – ITEM 1 (BAD MEDICINE)

ITEM

NO.

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 2 – Howard Lake:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 2 (HOWARD LAKE)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 3 – McGillivray:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 3 (MCGILLIVRAY)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 4 – McGillivray Day Use:

20102

LS

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 4 (MCGILLIVRAY DAY USE)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 5 – North Dickey Lake Day Use:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 5 (NORTH DICKEY LAKE DAY USE)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 6 – Rexford Bench:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 6 (REXFORD BENCH)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 7 – Rexford Bench Day Use:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 7 (REXFORD BENCH DAY USE)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 8 – Whitetail:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

62403

Furnishing and Placing Topsoil, 6 inch depth

TOTAL – ITEM 8 (WHITETAIL)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 9 – Yaak River:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 9 (YAAK RIVER)

ITEM

PAY

UNIT

EST.

QTY.

UNIT

PRICE

Item 10 – Yaak River Day Use:

Grading D, Compaction Method E, Commercial Source

TOTAL – ITEM 10 (YAAK RIVER DAY USE)

LSQ = Lump Sum Quantity; CQ = Contract Quantity; AQ = Actual Quantity B-2 - NOTE: Payment for bond premiums in accordance with Clause 52.232-5, Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, shall not be in addition to the contract price. Include bond payments under 15101 - Mobilization.

Payment will be made on actual work performed as described in FP-03 109.01 unless otherwise noted.

B-3 - INCIDENTAL PAYMENT ITEMS

The intent of this contract is to provide for the complete services of the project described in this contract. Unless otherwise provided, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies, and perform all work required to complete the project in accordance with the drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract. Payment for contract work will be made only for and under those pay items included in the Schedule of Items. All other work and materials will be considered as incidental to and included in the payment for the items shown.

SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION

1. Description of Work: This project involves making improvements and modification to six campgrounds and four day use areas across the Kootenai National Forest. The work includes removal and replacement of government-furnished campground tables and fire rings, and placing and compacting gravel. The work also involves light clearing and grubbing, and excavation modifications of campground spurs.

2. Project Locations:

a. North Dickey Day Use Area – one day use area

b. Rexford Bench Campground – 12 camp sites

c. Rexford Bench Day Use Area – one day use area

d. McGillivray Campground – 3 camp sites and site work

e. McGillivray Day Use Area – one day use area

f. Yaak River Campground – 10 camp sites and day use area, install 4 government-provided SST type toilets

g. Yaak River Day Use Area – 1 picnic area and minor site work

h. Bad Medicine Campground – 3 camp sites and day use area

i. Whitetail Campground – 2 camp sites and site work

j. Howard Lake Campground – 4 camp sites, host site, picnic area and parking area

3.

Pre-Bid Conference and Tour: No pre-bid tour is scheduled.

4. Start Work: It is estimated that the Notice to Proceed will be issued September 2, 2008. Bad Medicine Campground must be started and completed by October 31, 2008. Only two sites may be under construction at one time, unless agreed upon by the Contracting Officer. All campgrounds under construction shall be kept open.

5. Period of Performance: The Contractor Shall complete all work no later than October 31, 2009.

6. Price Range: Between $100,000 and $250,000.

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

a. Pre-Cast Picnic Table bases as needed

b. Camp Fire Rings and grills

c. Pre-cast Concrete Toilet vaults and building

d. Pre-cast Concrete Wheel Stops

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

General: Recreation improvements and accessibility upgrades to 43 individual sites on various campgrounds, picnic areas, and day use areas across the Kootenai National Forest. The contract will include work to the campground spurs, picnic areas, toilet facilities, and day use areas. The project may include: removal and replacement of concrete and wood picnic tables, removal of fire rings, removal of toilet buildings and existing site amenities; the installation, construction, and replacement of toilet buildings, picnic tables, fire rings/grills, trash receptacles, accessible paths, asphalt surfaces, tent pads, fee sites, minor signage, and other related trail repair and campground and improvement; existing restroom rehabilitation consisting of removal of existing toilets and installation of new SST type toilets, asphalt work consisting of site grading, the placement of compacted aggregate base, hot bituminous paving and overlays.

1.2

REQUIRED SUBMITTALS

The contractor shall submit for approval the suppliers of all commercially obtained materials such as geotextile and all wood materials for benches and table tops.

1.3

USE OF GOVERNMENT FACILITIES

A. Sanitary Facilities: The contractor will be allowed the use of the existing toilet facilities to the extent of their availability.

B. Water: 1. Construction water - The contractor may obtain water from the lakes. The contractor shall be responsible for necessary pumps, hoses and the like to obtain the water.

C. Camping – Provided self-contained units are used, camping will be allowed on the site during construction.

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END OF SECTION

SECTION 02110

SITE CLEARING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Site clearing work includes, but is not limited to:

Protection of existing trees designated to remain in place.

Removal of trees and other vegetation.

Clearing and grubbing.

Removing above-grade improvements.

Removing below-grade improvements.

1.2

CODES AND REGULATIONS

A. All work shall comply with the rules and regulations of Federal, State, and local agencies having jurisdiction.

1.3

REFERENCE POINTS

A. Maintain all bench marks, monuments, and other reference points. If disturbed or destroyed, replace as directed by the C.O.R.

1.4

JOB CONDITIONS

A. Traffic:

1. Conduct site clearing operations to ensure minimum interference with roads and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

2. Do not close or obstruct roads or other occupied or used facilities without permission from the C.O.

B. Protection of Existing Improvements:

1. Provide protections necessary to prevent damage to existing improvements indicated to remain in place.

2. Protect improvements on adjoining properties and on Government property.

3. Restore damaged improvements to their original condition, as acceptable to the C.O.

02110 - 1 C. Protection of Existing Trees and Vegetation:

1. Equipment will not be permitted outside of the clearing limits.

2. Protect existing trees and other vegetation designated to remain in place against cutting, breaking, or skinning of roots, skinning and bruising of bark, smothering of trees by stockpiling construction materials or excavated materials, excess foot or vehicular traffic, or parking of vehicles.

3. Where any trees are damaged or where limbs are required to be trimmed or removed because of operations under this contract or because of interference with new construction, any cutting or removal of limbs or branches shall be done only with prior approval of the C.O.R.

4. Solvents, oils, and other material which may be harmful to plant life shall be disposed of in containers and removed from the site. At the completion of the work, any contaminated soil shall be removed from National Forest Land and replaced with topsoil.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1

SITE CLEARING

A. General:

1. Remove trees, shrubs, grass, and other vegetation, improvements, or obstructions interfering with installation of new construction and as specifically indicated on the plans.

2. If tree stumps do interfere with other work the stumps shall be cut flush with the ground in-lieu of removal.

3. Carefully and cleanly cut roots and branches of trees indicated to be left standing, where such roots and branches obstruct new construction.

B. Clearing and Grubbing:

1. Clear site of trees, shrubs, and other vegetation, except for those indicated to be left standing.

2. Grubbing shall be held to the minimum necessary. Where possible fill material shall be placed over the top of exposed roots and stumps in-lieu-of removal.

3. Use only hand methods for grubbing inside drip line of trees indicated to be left standing.

4. Tops, Limbs and Stumps shall be disposed of off government property.

5. Filling holes:

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a. Fill depressions caused by clearing and grubbing operations with topsoil unless further excavation or earthwork is indicated.

b. Place fill material in horizontal layers not exceeding 6" loose depth, and thoroughly compact to a density equal to adjacent undisturbed ground.

6. Utilization of Timber:

a. Timber greater than 6 inches in the smallest dimension generated from the clearing operation shall be decked at designated locations on site.

C. General:

1. The wooden toilets at Yaak River Campground shall be removed in their entirety. The contractor shall pump the vault clean by rinsing and pumping until all sewage is removed. The vault shall remain the property of the Forest Service. The contractor shall remove and transport the fiberglass vaults and wooden structures to the old Sylvanite Ranger Station location.

3.2

DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS

A.

See Section 02230 "Clean Up and Disposal".

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 02220

EARTHWORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Extent of earthwork is indicated on drawings and will include the following:

1. Modification and/or enlargement of existing roadway, parking areas and camp unit spurs and use areas.

2. Preparation of subgrade for the new precast concrete toilets.

3. Trail excavation.

1.2

QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Codes and Standards:

1. Perform excavation work in compliance with applicable requirements of governing authorities having jurisdiction.

1.3

REFERENCE POINTS

A. Maintain all benchmarks, monuments, and other reference points. If disturbed or destroyed, replace at contractors expense, as directed by the C.O.R.

1.4

EXISTING UTILITIES

A. Existing utililities are not expected to be encountered, except at Yaak River Campground. However, should piping or other utilities be encountered during excavation, consult the C.O.R. immediately for direction and take necessary measures to prevent interruption of service (if live).

1.5

USE OF EXPLOSIVES

The use of explosives is not permitted.

1.6

JOB CONDITIONS

A. Traffic:

1. Conduct site clearing operations to ensure minimum interference with roads and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

2. Do not close or obstruct roads or other occupied or used facilities without permission from the C.O.

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B. Protection of Existing Improvements:

1. Provide protections necessary to prevent damage to existing improvements indicated to remain in place.

2. Protect improvements on adjoining properties and on Government property.

3. Restore damaged improvements to their original condition, as acceptable to the C.O.

4. Bad Medicine, North Dickey and Yaak River sites are no dig sites outside the specified work locations in the contract.

C. Protection of Existing Trees and Vegetation:

1. Equipment will not be permitted outside of the clearing limits.

2. Protect existing trees and other vegetation designated to remain in place against cutting, breaking, or skinning of roots, skinning and bruising of bark, smothering of trees by stockpiling construction materials or excavated materials within drip line, excess foot or vehicular traffic, or parking of vehicles within drip line.

3. Where any trees are damaged or where limbs are required to be trimmed or removed because of operations under this contract or because of interference with new construction, any cutting or removal of limbs or branches shall be done only with prior approval of the C.O.R.

Solvents, oils, and other material which may be harmful to plant life shall be disposed of in containers and removed from the site. At the completion of the work, any contaminated soil shall be removed from National Forest Land and replaced with topsoil.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1

SOIL MATERIAL

A. General :

1. All excavation shall be unclassified.

2. All fill materials shall be approved by the C.O.R.

3. Excavated materials from the site may be used.

B. Geotextile:

1. Geotextile shall be Contech C200 woven Geotextile or equivalent.

C. Borrow, Backfill, Base Course, and Fill Materials not available on site:

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1

EXCAVATION

A. General:

1. Equipment will be limited to the smallest area necessary to perform the work.

2. The location, position, and elevation of the toilet will be established by the C.O.R.

3. Clearing shall be approved by the C.O.R. prior to starting Earthwork.

4. Earth excavation includes excavation of roadways, parking areas, use areas, and trails.

B. Unauthorized Excavation:

1. Unauthorized excavation consists of removal of material beyond indicated subgrade elevations or dimensions without specific approval from C.O.R.

2. Unauthorized excavation, as well as remedial work directed by the C.O.R. shall be at the contractor's expense.

C. Additional Excavation:

1. If unsuitable bearing materials are encountered at required subgrade elevations, notify the C.O.R. immediately.

D. Protection of Excavations:

1. Do not place frozen material in embankments. Protect excavation from freezing, however, if frost action occurs, compact ground after thawing in accordance with this section.

2. Field drain and dry excessively wet material that is otherwise suitable for embankment before placement.

E. Excavation, Placement and Backfill of Toilet Building

1. The Contractor shall be responsible for the excavation to a depth that will allow the toilet building sites to be free draining after installation is completed. In addition, the toilet shall be installed so that interior floor slab slopes one percent towards the door to allow for floor drainage. Topsoil shall be stockpiled in a separate pile.

Prior to installation of the structures, compact the natural ground underlying the structures with a minimum of four passes, to provide a firm unyielding surface, with a whacker-type mechanical tamper or equivalent, approved by the C.O.R.

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3. Install aggregate leveling course. The material shall be moistened to as close to optimum moisture as possible. The material shall then be compacted with at least four passes, to provide a firm unyielding surface with a whacker-type mechanical tamper or equivalent, approved by the C.O.R. Grade leveling course so there will be no high spots under the slab. The leveling course shall not vary more than 0.0 foot under the structure.

4. Use excavated material for backfill around the structure. Place the material in eight inch loose lifts and compact with a minimum of two passes, to provide a firm unyielding surface, with a whacker-type mechanical compactor or equivalent, approved by the C.O.R. Rocks larger than six inches in maximum dimension shall not be used as backfill.

5. Backfill shall be three inches below the top of the slab. Contractor-furnished aggregate shall be compacted level to the concrete slab around the building. The extent of the aggregate placed will be designated on the ground by the C.O.R. The aggregate shall be backfilled away from the structure at a maximum slope of 3% for a distance of 5 feet, unless approved otherwise by the C.O.R.

6. No excavation shall be left open more than two days unless otherwise approved by the C.O.R.

7. All excavations left open overnight shall be fenced with wire mesh or plastic mesh fence secured to steel posts all around the excavation.

a. The bottom of the fence shall generally follow the contour of the ground.

b. Maximum spacing of the steel posts shall be 10 feet

c. Minimum height of the fence shall be 36 inches.

F. Excavation for Roadways, Parking Areas, Camp, Use Areas, and Trails.

1. This work consists of excavation for enlarging and/or modifying the existing roadway, parking areas, use areas and trails.

2. Material suitable for topsoil shall be removed and transported to a designated stockpile area.

3. The work within the campground involves preparation of the subgrade for the placement of the required aggregate. Rocks that protrude 1 inch or less above subgrade may remain in place. The area shall be graded smooth free of ruts and depressions. The area shall be compacted by means of a smooth drum vibratory roller until deformation ceases.

All areas to receive aggregate surfacing shall be bladed to the required widths and or diminsions followed by compaction with a steel drum roller until visible deformation ceases. The aggregate shall be kept in a moistened state during processing to achieve the necessary compaction.

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END OF SECTION

SECTION 02230

CLEAN UP AND DISPOSAL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 MISCELLANEOUS

A. The contractor shall keep the work site free from accumulation of waste materials and rubbish resulting from the work.

B. Before final acceptance of the project by the Government, the contractor shall remove from Government land all waste materials and rubbish resulting from this work.

C. Except as follows, waste material shall be hauled to a State approved sanitary landfill.

1. Unsuitable excavated and oversized material shall be hauled to a location designated by the COR.

2. Tops, limbs, stumps and other slash generated from the clearing operation shall remove from Government land.

3. Trees greater than 6” in diameter at the smallest end shall be decked in a location designated on the ground.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 02400

SITE IMPROVEMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1

RELATED WORK IN OTHER SECTIONS

A.

Site Clearing - Section 02110

Earthwork - Section 02220

Clean Up and Disposal – Section 02230

Gravel Surfacing – Section 02519

Asphalt Surfacing - Section 2700

1.2

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. This work covers the following site improvements:

1. Picnic table installation which includes furnishing and installing of the wood plank tops and benches for the government-furnished table bases

2. Fire ring installation.

3. Aggregate surfacing of camp use sites.

4. Aggregate surfacing of area around toilets.

5. Aggregate surfacing of trails.

6. Installation of toilets

7. Installation of precast concrete traffic bumpers.

1.3

CODES AND REGULATIONS

A. All work shall comply with the rules and regulations of Federal, State, and local agencies having jurisdiction.

1.4

REFERENCE POINTS

A. Maintain all bench marks, monuments, and other reference points. If disturbed or destroyed, replace as directed by Contracting Officer (C.O.).

1.5

QUALITY CONTROL

1. A manufacturer's certificate of compliance shall be furnished with the pressure treated lumber.

2. A manufacturer’s certificate of compliance shall be furnished for the picnic table wood bench and top material.

3. The Contractor is responsible for their own Quality Control.

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PART 2 - MATERIALS

2.1

GENERAL

A. Construction components shall be of the size, kind, grade and material described on the plans and specifications.

2.2

HARDWARE AND STRUCTURAL STEEL

A. Hardware, including carriage bolts, drift pins, dowels, etc. shall meet the requirements of ASTM A 307 and shall be galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M 232.

B. Structural steel shapes and plates shall meet the requirements of AASHTO M 183 and be galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M 111, unless self-weathering steel is specified.

2.3

TIMBER

A. Structural timber and lumber shall meet the requirements of AASHTO M 168.

2.4

PICNIC TABLES

A. The picnic tables are Government-furnished and are located at the Libby Fire Cache.

2.5

FIRE RINGS AND GRILLS

A. The fire rings and grills are Government-furnished and are located at Libby Fire Cache.

2.6

VAULT TOILET

A. The vault toilet is Government furnished and will be available for delivery after August 1, 2008. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating the delivery of the toilet so that it can be placed into the contractor-furnished excavation.

2.7

AGGREGATE

A. Shall be contractor supplied.

2.8

BEDDING MATERIAL

A. Shall be contractor supplied.

2.9 PRECAST CONCRETE TRAFFIC BUMPERS

A. The precast concrete traffic bumpers will be Government-furnished and are located at the Libby Fire Cache.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1

GENERAL

A. All site improvements shall be installed with tight, smooth, firm connections and joints, to the dimensions shown on the plans and referenced plates.

B. Vertical and horizontal members shall be set plumb, straight and true. Other members shall be installed at angles indicated on plans and set straight and true.

C. Locations for the new site improvements shall be as staked on the ground by the C.O.R.

3.2

AGGREGATE SURFACING OF CAMP SITES AND AREAS AROUND TOILETS.

The aggregate placement shall not begin until completion of the subgrade earthwork. The subgrade work involves grading the subgrade smooth free of depressions, ridges and projections followed by compaction with a Wacker-type mechanical compactor until visible deformation ceases, but not fewer than four complete passes. The new camp site improvements shall be set prior to beginning aggregate placement. The aggregate material shall be placed and shaped at each site to the perimeters designated on the ground. The cross slope shall be maximum 2 percent. The aggregate shall be graded smooth and shall be compacted with a Wacker-type mechanical compactor until visible deformation ceases, but not fewer than four complete passes. The completed surface shall be free of all depressions, ridges, and projections.

3.3

AGGREGATE SURFACING OF TRAILS

The trail surfacing is the same process as described for the surfacing of camp sites. The extent of the trail surfacing shall comply with the contract drawings. The width of the trail top is to be a minimum of 4 feet and a maximum of 6 feet, and consistent throughout the trail.

3.4

PRECAST CONCRETE TOILETS

The new toilets at Yaak River Campground shall be placed in the location as staked on the ground by the Forest Service. The existing designated wooden toilets at Yaak River Campground shall be relocated to the Old Sylvanite Ranger Station. Refer to Section 02220-Earthwork for excavation, placement, and backfill.

3.5 CONCRETE TRAFFIC BUMPERS

The concrete traffic bumpers are government-furnished, however, the contractor shall provide two three quarter inch (¾”) diameter steel rods 18” long each for each bumper. The bumpers shall be fastened to the ground with the steel rods at the locations shown on the drawings and as designated on the ground.

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END OF SECTION

SECTION 02410

SELECTED SITE DEMOLITION & RENOVATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1

RELATED WORK IN OTHER SECTIONS

A. Site Clearing - Section 02110

B. Earthwork - Section 02220

C. Carpentry for Small Structures - 06110

D. Painting for Small Structures - 09900

1.2

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. This work covers the following site improvements:

1. Camp Unit and Host Site Grading

2. Picnic Table Installation

3. Fire Ring Installation

4. Asphalt Surfacing of Camp Use Areas and Day Use Sites

5. Asphalt Surfacing of Area around Common Areas and Fee Stations

6. Asphalt Trail Surfacing

7. Construction of Aggregate Trail

8. Installation of Toilets

9. Relocation of Information Bulletin Board and Fee Tube

10. Furnishing and Installation of Precast Concrete Curbs

1.3

CODES AND REGULATIONS

A. All work shall comply with the rules and regulations of Federal, State, and local agencies having jurisdiction.

1.4

REFERENCE POINTS

A. Maintain all bench marks, monuments, and other reference points. If disturbed or destroyed, replace as directed by COR.

1.5

QUALITY CONTROL

A. A manufacturer's certificate of compliance shall be furnished with the pressure treated lumber and emulsified asphalt.

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PART 2 - MATERIALS

2.1

GENERAL

A.

Construction components shall be of the size, kind, grade and material described on the plans and reference plates.

2.2

HARDWARE AND STRUCTURAL STEEL

A. Hardware, including carriage bolts, drift pins, dowels, etc. shall meet the requirements of ASTM A 307 and shall be galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M 232.

B. Structural steel shapes and plates shall meet the requirements of AASHTO M 183 and be galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M 111, unless self-weathering steel is specified.

2.3

TIMBER

A. Structural timber and lumber shall meet the requirements of AASHTO M 168.

2.4

PICNIC TABLES

A. The picnic tables are Government-furnished and are located at the Libby Fire Cache.

2.5

FIRE RINGS AND GRILLS

A. The fire rings and grills are Government-furnished and are located at the Libby Fire Cache.

2.6

AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

A. Aggregate base course material for construction of the camp units and the hiking trails shall meet the following gradation chart:

GRADING "E"

(AASHTO T11 and T27)

2.7

BULLETIN BOARD AND FEE TUBE

A. The contractor shall provide all materials and supplies to relocate the campground bulletin board and fee tube in accordance with the contract drawings.

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END OF SECTION

SECTION 02519

GRAVEL SURFACING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1

SCOPE

This section covers the hauling, placing and compacting of a four inch thick aggregate surface course to the roadway, camping spurs and parking areas.

1.2

RELATED WORK IN OTHER SECTIONS

A. Summary of Work - Sections 01010

B. Site Clearing - Section 02110

C. Earthwork - Section 02220

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1

MATERIAL

A. The aggregate is contractor-supplied.

PART 3 - CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

3.1

PLACING

Surface course material shall be placed uniformly on approved subgrade in one layer.

3.2

MIXING AND SPREADING

A. Aggregate shall be moistened or air dried as necessary to obtain a moisture content suitable to obtain specified compaction.

B. When satisfactorily mixed, the material shall be spread smoothly to a uniform thickness and to the limits designated on the ground or shown on the drawings.

The mixing and spreading operation shall be scheduled so as to ensure completion of spreading and compacting within 48 hours after placing.

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3.3

COMPACTION

A.

Perform all compaction using compacting equipment meeting the following requirements:

1. Vibratory steel-wheel rollers shall have a minimum weight of 6 tons. The compactor shall be equipped with amplitude and frequency controls and specifically designed to compact the material on which it is used.

2. Pneumatic-tire rollers shall have smooth tread tires of equal size that will provide a uniform compacting pressure for the full width of the roller and capable exerting a ground pressure of at least 80 psi.

B. Rollers meeting the requirements described in Part A above shall be operated over the full width of each layer until visual displacement ceases, but not fewer than four complete passes.

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END OF SECTION

02700

HOT ASPHALT CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1

SCOPE

DESCRIPTION

This work consists of constructing minor hot asphalt concrete for sidewalks, paved campsites, curbs, and roadways.

1.2

RELATED WORK IN OTHER SECTIONS

A. Summary of Work - Sections 01010

B. Site Clearing - Section 02110

C. Earthwork - Section 02220

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1

MATERIAL

Composition of Mix (Job-Mix Formula). Provide a hot asphalt concrete mix composed of crushed stone or gravel and asphalt binder mixed in an approved plant. Use an aggregate gradation and asphalt binder of a quality conforming to those normally used locally by either Federal or State agencies for the type of work being constructed.

PART 3 - CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Surface Preparation. Prepare the surface according to Section 2519.

3.2 Weather Limitations. Place asphalt concrete on a dry, unfrozen surface when the air temperature in the shade is at least 35 ºF and rising.

3.3 Placing. Place the mix with a mechanical paver. For roadway paving, do not place lifts thicker than 4 inches. In areas where mechanical spreading and finishing is impractical, spread and finish each course by hand raking, screeding, or by other approved methods. Construct a surface that is uniform in texture and cross-section.

3.4 Compacting.

(a) Roadway paving. Compact the mix to a minimum of 90 percent of maximum specific gravity (density). Complete compaction before the mix temperature falls below 160 ºF.

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(b) Non-roadway paving. Compact by rolling with a hand-operated roller weighing at least 300 pounds or with a small power roller.

Compact areas that are not accessible to rollers by other approved methods.

3.5 Pavement Smoothness. Use a 10-foot metal straightedge to measure at right angles and parallel to the centerline. Defective areas are surface deviations in excess of 1/4 inch in 10 feet between any two contacts of the straightedge with the surface. Correct defective areas using approved methods.

3.6 Sand Seal: An application of asphaltic material covered with fine aggregate used to improve the skid resistance of slippery pavements. All pavements will receive a sand seal prior to compaction.

3.7 Clean Up:

A. Remove loose pavement and aggregate from site.

B. Remove all spillage and over-spray of liquid asphalt from pavement, sidewalks, buildings and other listed features.

3.8 Protection of Completed Work: Keep vehicular traffic off newly paved areas until pavement surface temperature has cooled below 100 degrees Farenheit. Do not permit stationary loads on pavement until 24 hours after placement.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 02722

BARRIER ROCKS

PART I - GENERAL

1.1 This item shall consist of collecting, hauling, and placing barrier rocks. They shall be placed and installed in conformity with the details as shown on the drawings at the locations staked by the C.O.R.

1.2 Method of Measurement - The quantity to be measured shall be the number of boulders placed, and accepted.

PART II - PRODUCTS

2.1 Source - Barrier rocks will be Government-furnished and shall be obtained within three miles of the project site as designated by the C.O.R.

PART III - EXECUTION

3.1 Protection of Trees and Vegetation - All work under this item shall be done in such a manner that trees and larger vegetation are not damaged.

3.2 Excavation - All barrier rock shall be placed according to detailed drawings. Excavation shall be of such size and depth that 30 to 50 percent by volume of the placed barrier rock is set below finished grade or natural ground as the specific location may dictate.

3.3 Placing of Rock Barriers - Rock barriers shall be placed according to detailed spacing shown on drawings. Fifty to 70 percent of rock volume shall be visible when work is complete.

3.4 Compaction - Accepted segregated backfill material used in placing the barrier rock shall be placed by hand and compacted with a minimum of three passes of an approved mechanical tamper.

3.5 Cleanup and Excess Material Disposal - After the barrier rocks have been placed and the backfill completed, the general area shall be cleaned up by removing all debris and material not utilized.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 06076

PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT

(PRESERVATIVE-TREATED WOOD)

PART 1 GENERAL

Specifier Note: Preserve and Preserve Plus alkaline copper quaternary preservatives are used to pressure treat a wide variety of treatable timber species, including Douglas fir. Minimum preservative retention levels for various applications are provided in manufacturer’s literature. For best results, stainless steel, hot-dipped galvanized steel or other proprietary fasteners approved by the manufacturer are recommended. Direct contact of ACQ preserved wood with aluminum or mild steel is not recommended.

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Alkaline copper quaternary (ACQ) insect and decay protection treatment for wood products

1.02 REFERENCES

A. General: Standards listed by reference, including revisions by issuing authority, form a part of this specification section to extent indicated. Standards listed are identified by issuing authority, authority abbreviation, designation number, title or other designation established by issuing authority.

B. American Wood-Preservers Association (AWPA) Standards:

C. International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) Evaluation Services:

1. ICBO ES ER-4981.

D. National Evaluation Service, Inc. (NES)

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Quality: Obtain alkaline copper quaternary preservative-treated wood products from a single approved source.

B. Wood Treatment Plant Qualifications: Wood treatment plant experienced in performing work of this section which has specialized in the treatment of wood similar to that required for this project, licensed by the manufacturer.

Specifier Note: Paragraph below should list obligations for compliance with specific code requirements particular to this section.

1.04 DELIVERY, STORAGE & HANDLING

A. General: Comply with Division 1 Product Requirement Section.

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B. Comply with manufacturer’s ordering instructions and lead time requirements to avoid construction delays.

C. Delivery: Deliver materials in manufacturer’s original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification labels intact.

D. Storage and Protection: Store materials protected from exposure to harmful environmental conditions and at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by the manufacturer.

1. Prevent exposure to precipitation during shipping, storage or installation.

2. Store material off ground and under cover.

3. Allow materials exposed to incidental moisture to dry thoroughly prior to covering with vapor- or moisture-retarding finish materials.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 11508

BULLETIN BOARD

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. This work shall consist of relocating bulletin

PART II - PRODUCTS

2.1 Contractor-furnished materials shall meet the requirements of the following requirements:

Concrete shall meet requirements of Section 03302 – Concrete for Minor Structures, Ready Mix.

PART III - EXECUTION

3.1 Installation of the bulletin boards shall be as SHOWN ON THE DRAWINGS, and shall be at the location and direction staked by the Engineer. The bulletin board shall be set plumb. All holes in wooden stringers and posts shall be field drilled and treated.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

For this Solicitation, there are NO clauses in this Section

SECTION E – INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E-1 – CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FAR 52.252-2) (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

SECTION F – DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F-1 – CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FAR 52.252-2) (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER) CLAUSES

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

F-2 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (FAR 52.211-10)

(APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than October 31, 2009. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G-1 - GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

The Government will provide the following item(s) of Government property to the Contractor for use in the performance of this contract. This property shall be used and maintained by the Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the "Government Property" FAR clause contained elsewhere in the contract.

Pre-Cast Picnic Table Bases

Camp Fire Rings and Grills

Pre-Cast Concrete Toilet Vaults and Building

Pre-Cast Concrete Wheel Stops

SECTION H – SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H-1 – KEY PERSONNEL

The key personnel specified in the Offeror’s Technical Proposal are considered to be essential to the work being performed hereunder. Prior to diverting any of the specified individuals to other programs, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer reasonably in advance and shall submit justification (including proposed substitutions) in sufficient detail to permit evaluation of the impact on the contract. No diversion shall be made by the Contractor without the written consent of the Contracting Officer: Provided that the Contracting Officer may ratify in writing such diversion and such ratification shall constitute the consent of the Contracting Officer required by this clause. The contract may be amended from time to time during the course of the contract to either add or delete personnel, as appropriate.

H-2 - Prework Conference Prior to commencement of work, the Contracting Officer will arrange a meeting with the Contractor to discuss the contract terms and work performance requirements. Also at this meeting such things as work progress schedule and fire prevention and suppression plans shall be developed and established in writing.

H-3 - Local Material Sources

(a) Designated Sources--Sources of local materials will be designated on the drawings. The Government assumes responsibility for the quality and quantity of material in the source. The Contractor shall determine the equipment and work required to produce the specified product.

The Contractor shall utilize all suitable material in the source. The designation of source will include the rights of the Contractor to use certain area(s) for plant site, stockpiles, and haul roads. Any Contractor royalty payment requirements will be stated below.

When materials are subject to weight measurement, the weight/volume relationship used for determination of designed quantities will be shown on the Drawings.

Should the designated source, due to causes beyond the control of the Contractor, contain insufficient suitable material, the Government will provide another source with an equitable adjustment in accordance with the Differing Site Conditions and Changes clauses.

(b) Contractor-Furnished Sources--When the material sources are not designated as provided above or the Contractor elects not to use designated sources, the Contractor shall be responsible for providing the specified product with no adjustment in contract price, unless weight/volume relationship differences between designated source material and Contractor-furnished source material result in financial disadvantage to the Government. Quality testing shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Test results shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer.

H-4 - Samples, Tests, Cited Specifications Reference made in the contract to specifications, standards, or test methods adopted by AASHTO, ASTM, GSA, or other recognized National technical associations, shall mean specifications, standards, or test methods (including interim or tentative issues) which are in effect on the date of the solicitation.

H-5 - Barricades, Warning Signs, and Other Devices The Contractor shall provide, erect, and maintain all necessary barricades, suitable and sufficient lights, danger signals, signs, and other traffic control devices, and shall take all necessary precautions for the protection of the work and safety of the public. Roads closed to traffic shall be protected by effective barricades, and obstructions shall be illuminated during the hours of darkness. Suitable warning signs shall be provided to properly control and direct traffic.

The Contractor shall erect warning signs in advance to any place on the project where operations may interfere with the use of the road or trail by traffic and at all intermediate points where the new work crosses or coincides with an existing road or trail. All road barricades, warning signs, lights, temporary signals, flagmen and pilot car operators and equipment, and other protective devices, except for special devices, shall conform with Part VI of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, published by the Federal Highway Administration and applicable safety codes.

Necessary warning signs and guards shall be posted during blasting operations to safeguard the public.

H-6 - FIRE CONTROL

(a) Contractor's Responsibility for Contractor-Caused Fires.