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SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

6. PROJECT NO. 4. CONTRACT NO. 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PAGE OF PAGES

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

SOLICITATION

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO. 3. DATE ISSUED

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

9.

INFORMATION

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

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

CALL:

FOR

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

340122

US FOREST SERVICE

USDA Forest Service

EROC Northwest 16400 Champion Way Sandy, OR 97055

TONYA RYMER (503) 668-1703

x

11/27/2009

AG-0489-S-10-0056

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

TAS::12 1102::TAS RECOVERY SRD BEAVER LAKE TRAIL

This solicitation is issued under the provisions of the American Recovery and

Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARR).

Note: Bid Bonds must be original and received by time of solicitation closing.

11. The Contractor shall begin performance

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

award, notice to proceed. The performance period is mandatory negotiable. (See ________________________________________________.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and is not required.is, b. An offer guarantee

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.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will 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.

d. Offers providing less than

12b. CALENDAR DAYSYES NO

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

10 180 calendar days and complete it within ________________ ________________ calendar days after receiving

Section F.2

12/28/2009

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

x x x x copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ ___________________ (hour) local time calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected. _________________

STANDARD FORM 1442 (Rev. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR(48 CFR) 53.236-1(d)

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within ____________________ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in item 13d.)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code) 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than item 14.)

CODE FACILITY CODE

AMOUNTS

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

19. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AMENDMENTS

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

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

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE.

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

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this document and return (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)

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. DATE

BY

2PAGE OF

US FOREST SERVICE

TONYA R. RYMER

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT 29. AWARD

Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated 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, copies to issuing office.)

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85) BACK

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SRD BEAVER LAKE TRAIL RECOVERY PROJECT

PART I – CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS

• SECTION A -SF-1442

• SECTION B – Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs (Schedule of Items)

• SECTION C - Descriptions/Specifications/Statement of Work

• SECTION D- Packaging, Marking and Layout

• SECTION E - Inspection and Acceptance

• SECTION F - Deliveries and Performance

• SECTION G - Contract Administrative Data

• SECTION H - Special Contract Requirements

PART II – CONTRACT CLAUSES

• SECTION I - Clauses incorporated by reference

• AGAR/FSAR and SPECIAL CONTRACT CLAUSES

• ARRA Required Clauses (full text)

PART III – LIST OF DOCUMENTS,EXIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

• SECTION J – Exhibits, Attachments, and Appendices

PART IV – REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

• SECTION K – Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Offerors or Respondents

• SECTION L – Instructions to Offeror / Notices

• SECTION M – Evaluation Factors for Award

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PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION

(BASE BID ITEMS)

METHOD

OF

MEASURE

UNIT EST

QTY

UNIT

PRICE

TOTAL

931(01) Single Log Bridges (SLB) AQ LF 64 $_______ $________ 931(02) Double Log Bridge (DLB) AQ LF 84 $_______ $________ 937(01) Signpost (Type Signpost) AQ LF 1 $_______ $________ 941(01) Aggregate Surfacing (AS) AQ LF 995 $_______ $________ 941(02) Aggregate Surfacing w/ heavy clearing (AS HC)

AQ LF 1155 $_______ $________

941(03) Aggregate Surfacing w/ ditch

(ASD)

AQ EA 769 $_______ $________

941(04) Aggregate Surfacing w/ base course (ASB)

AQ EA 527 $_______ $________

941(05) Stone Riser Step (SRS) AQ EA 82 $_______ $________ 941(06) Stone Open Drain (SOD) AQ EA 33 $_______ $________ 941(07) Stone Pitching AQ LF 122 $_______ $________ 941(08) Rest Area AQ EA 2 $_______ $________ 951(01) Mobilization LSQ EA 1 $_______ $________ 956(01) Laborer Work AQ EA 10 $_______ $________ 956(02) Trail Rehabiliation LS EA 1 $_______ $________

TOTAL BASE ITEMS $_______ $________

OPTION ITEM #1

937(01) Steel Bridge 1 LS $ $

OPTION ITEM #2

941(10) Aggregate Surfacing material spread on existing trail 30 CY $ $

* METHOD OF MEASUREMENT: AQ = ACTUAL QUANTITIES; DQ = DESIGNED QUANTITIES;

LSQ = LUMP SUM QUANTITIES; VQ = VEHICLE QUANTITIE

Vendor Name: Phone

Signature: Fax Address: Email City, State, Zip: TIN# Duns#

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SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

C.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION

(a) Description: The work is the reconstruction a portion of the Beaver Lake Trail. Major work items include the installation of an approximately 100’ long steel bridge, log bridges, various types of aggregate surfacing, stone pitching and stone steps.

(b) Location and Facilities: The trailhead is located in the Sawmill Creek Campground 5 miles east of downtown Sitka, Alaska. The campground may be used as a campsite and staging area. There are no utilities at the project site. Sitka is located on Baranof Island, and is accessible by scheduled airline service, boat, barge, and the Alaska Marine Highway system.

(c) Price Range: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

(d) Pre-bid Tour: A pre-bid tour will be arranged by request.

(e) Period of Performance: See Part I, Section F, Clause 52.212-3.

(f) Government-Furnished Property: (For details see also Section H, Government Furnished Materials):

1). Stone and log material for the contractor’s use in the construction of the various log structures.

2). 150 ea. one-half cubic yard capacity woven bags for moving materials.

3). One sign for installation by the contractor.

4). Existing boardwalk for corduroy.

5). Geotextile

C.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

(a) The technical specifications included in Section J are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

(b) The following specifications (including Region 10 Specifications and Special Project Specifications) are hereby made a part of this solicitation and any resultant contract:

1. FOREST SERVICE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND

MAINTENANCE OF TRAILS, em-7720-103, (1996).

Copies of the Forest Service Specifications can be purchased from:

Government Books Store, 905 Second Ave. Seattle, WA 98714, (206) 553-4270.

C.3 Special Project Specifications included as follows:

Section 901—Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Terms Section 902—Definitions Section 903—Intent of Contract Section 904—Maintenance for Traffic Section 905—Control of Materials Section 906—Measurement and Payment Section 907—Quality Assurance and Quantity Measurement Section 911—Clearing and Grubbing

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Section 912—Excavation and Embankment Section 931 —Steel Bridge Section 937—Log Stringer Bridge Section 941—Aggregate and Stone Construction

Section 949—Development of Material Sources Section 951—Mobilization Section 956—Miscellaneous Work

Section 901—Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Terms

901.01 Terms, Organizations, and Standards

(a) Specification Terms. These specifications are generally written in the imperative mood. In sentences using the imperative mood, the subject “the Contractor,” is implied. Also implied in this language is “shall,” “shall be,” or similar words or phrases. In material specifications, the subject may also be the supplier, fabricator, or manufacturer supplying material, products, or equipment for use on the project. Wherever “directed,” “required,” “prescribed,” or similar words are used, the “direction,” “requirement,” or “order” of the CO is intended. Similarly, wherever “approved”, “acceptable”,” suitable”, “satisfactory”, or similar words are used, they mean “approved by,” “acceptable to,” or “satisfactory to” the CO. The word “will” generally pertains to decisions or actions of the CO. Whenever in these specifications, or in other contract documents, the following terms (or pronouns in place of them) are used, the intent and meaning shall be interpreted as follows: reference to a specific standard, test, testing method, or specification shall mean the latest published edition or amendment that is in effect at the solicitation issue date for the public works contracts.

(b) Abbreviations and Acronyms A Type A Boardwalk AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials AGGR Aggregate AQ Actual Quantities AS Aggregate Surfacing ASC Aggregate Surfacing with Corduroy ASTM American Society for Testing and Material AWPA American Wood Preservers Association B Type B Boardwalk CL Centerline CO Contracting Officer DQ Design Quantities EA Each hr hour LF Linear Feet LS Lump Sum LSQ Lump Sum Quantities MW Miscellaneous Work NW No Work NBS National Bureau of Standards PS Product Standard issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce SHT Sheet SLB Single Log Bridge SOD Stone Open Drain SP Stone Pitching SRS Stone Riser Steps SS Step Stones

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WCLIB West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau WWPA Western Wood Products Association

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Section 902—Definitions

When the following terms, or pronouns in place of them, are used in these specifications or in other contract documents, the intent and meaning are as follows:

Base Course. The layer or layers of specified material of designed thickness placed on a trailbed to support surfacing.

Batter. A backward and upward slope of the face of a wall.

Berm. The ridge of material formed on the outer edge of the trail that projects higher than the tread.

Borrow. Suitable materials taken from approved sources designated on the drawings or on the ground, to be used for embankments and backfilling.

Bridge. A structure, including supports, erected over a depression or stream, and having a deck to carry traffic.

Catch Point. The outer limits of a trailway where the excavation and/or embankment intersect with the ground line.

Clearing Limit. The area over and beside the trail that is cleared of trees, limbs, and other obstructions.

Compacted. Consolidation that is obtained by tamping or rolling suitable material until no noticeable displacement of material is observed.

Contracting Officer (CO). An official of the Government with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The term includes certain authorized representatives of the CO acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the CO.

Danger Tree. An unstable tree 5 inches or greater in diameter at breast height that is likely to fall across the trail.

Designated on the Ground. The location of materials, work areas, and construction items, including lines and grades, marked on the ground with stakes, flagging, tags, or paint.

Drawings. Documents showing details for construction of a facility, including but not limited to straight-line diagrams, trail logs, standard drawings, construction logs, plan and profile sheets, cross-sections, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, and similar materials.

Duff. Organic material overlying rock or mineral soil.

Embankment. A structure of suitable material placed on the prepared ground surface and constructed to the trailbed elevation.

Excess Excavation. Material in the trailway in excess of that needed for construction of designed trailways.

Ford. A water-level stream crossing constructed to provide a level surface for safe traffic passage.

Full Bench. Trailbed constructed entirely on undisturbed material.

Grade. The vertical distance of ascent or descent of the trail expressed as a percentage of the horizontal distance.

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Header Rock. Rock laid with the narrow end towards the face of the wall.

Inslope. Where the trail tread is sloped downward toward the backslope.

Mineral Soil. Soil or aggregate that is free from organic substances and contains no particles larger than 2 inches at their greatest dimension.

Outslope. Where the trail tread is sloped downward toward the embankment or daylight side of the trailway.

Sideslope. The natural slope of the ground, usually expressed as a percentage.

Slough. That material from the backslope or the area of the backslope that has raveled onto the trailbed.

Slump. Where the trailbed material has moved downward, causing a dip in the trail grade.

Special Project Specification. Specifications that detail the conditions and requirements peculiar to an individual project, including additions and revisions to the standard specifications.

Surfacing. Material placed on top of the trailbed that provides the desired tread.

Suitable Material. Rock that can be accommodated in the trail structure, and soil free of duff with a recognizable granular texture.

Switchback. A reverse in direction of trail grade with a level landing used to change elevation on a steep slope, usually involving special treatment of the approaches, barriers, and drainages.

Trailbed. The finished surface on which base course or surfacing may be constructed. For trails without surfacing the trailbed is the tread.

Trailway. The portion of the trail within the limits of the excavation and embankment.

Tread. The surface portion of the trail upon which traffic moves.

Turnout. A short section of extra trail width to provide for passage of trail users.

Waterbar. A structure used for turning water off the trail, usually made of logs or stones.

Water Courses. Any natural or constructed channel where water naturally flows or will collect and flow during spring runoff, rainstorms, etc.

Section 903—Intent of Contract

903.01 Intent. The intent is to provide for the completion of the project described in the contract. Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, utilities, and supplies, and perform all work required to complete the project in accordance with drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract.

The project has no available utilities. Camping is allowed in the Sawmill Creek Campground adjacent to the staging area or in other approved locations. Meet the requirements of Section H, Use of Premises.

The use of land-based motorized equipment such as very small scale trail-specific excavators and track haulers may be approved for use on portions of the trail if the equipment is shown to be capable of

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Provide examples of how the proposed equipment has been used successfully in other similar situations.

The CO will review the submittal and approve/disapprove based on the suitability of the proposal to meet the design intent for the trail.

The use of helicopters in the project area is allowed.

Section 904—Maintenance for Traffic

904.01 General. Before any suspension of work, take precautions necessary to prevent damage to the project, such as temporary detours, approaches, crossings, or intersections, and make provisions for normal drainage and to minimize erosion.

The portion of the Beaver Lake Trail covered under this project will be closed to the public during construction, except the portion adjacent to STA 42+43 thru 45+88, which will remain open except when construction in ongoing along this portion. The Herring Cove Trail and the portion of the Beaver Lake trail that loops around Beaver Lake will remain open, except when hazards are present.

At the trailhead, the large open area gravel area adjacent to the Beaver Lake Trailhead will also be closed to public use. Provide verbal warnings to the public that the trail and the staging area are closed.

During the construction period, provide effective signage informing the public that the trail is closed at the campground, at the Blue Lake Road intersection with Sawmill Creek Road, at the upper end of the work, and at the Herring Cove Trailhead. Provide signs and effective barriers at the on the road at the Sawmill Creek Campground. Provide verbal warnings to the public of trail closures. Also provide public notices to be published/broadcast on Raven Radio, KIFW Radio and the Sitka Sentinel.

Section 905—Control of Materials

905.01 Handling Materials. Transport and handle all materials to preserve their quality and fitness for the work. Stockpile, load, and transport aggregates in a manner that will preserve specified gradation and avoid contamination.

Store materials to assure the preservation of their quality and fitness for the work. Locate stored materials to facilitate their prompt inspection. Arrangements for storage on other than designated sites are the responsibility of the contractor.

Section 906—Measurement and Payment

906.01 General. Measurement and 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 incidental and included in the payment of the PAY ITEMS in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

When more than one class, size, or thickness is specified in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for any PAY ITEM, suffixes will be added to the item number to differentiate between the items.

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906.02 Determination of Quantities. The following measurements and calculations are to be used to determine contract quantities for payment:

Measure Aggregate Surfacing, Aggregate Surfacing with Base Course, Aggregate Surfacing with Ditch (ASD), Aggregate Surfacing – heavy clearing (AS-HC), in linear feet measured along the centerline and parallel to the specified grade.

Measure Stone Riser Steps (SRS), Sign Posts (Signpost), Stone Open Drain (SOD) as each. Note that the Aggregate Surfacing D-1 material used in the construction of these items will be incidental to these items and no additional payment will be made.

Measure Single Log Bridge (SLB), Double Log Bridge (DLB), Stone Pitching (SP), in linear feet measured along the centerline and parallel to the specified grade. Note that the Aggregate Surfacing D- 1 material used in the construction of these items will be incidental to these items and no additional payment will be made.

Measure Rest Areas, as Each. Note that the benches, stone work, aggregate surfacing and other work associated with Rest Areas will be incidental to the Rest Area and no additional payment will be made.

Measure Laborer Work, as hours, Each. One hour is one unit.

Measure Miscellaneous Work (MW) and Trailbed Rehabilitation as lump sum.

Measure Aggregate Surfacing Material Spread on Existing Trail as cubic yard.

Manufacturer’s tolerances will be accepted unless controlled by tolerances in the cited specifications.

906.03 Units of Measurement. Payment will be made by units defined and determined according to standard measure and by the following:

(a) Cubic Yard (CY). Measurement by calculating volume in helicopter sling bags or other approved method.

(b) Each (EA). One complete unit, which may consist of one or more parts.

(c) Lump Sum (LSQ). The quantities that denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job.

(d) Linear Feet (LF). Measurement in feet taken along the centerline of the trail and parallel to the finished grade.

906.04 Methods of Measurement. One of the following methods of measurement for determining final payment is DESIGNATED ON THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for each PAY ITEM:

(a) Designed Quantities. These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project.

Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, and drawings. Changes in the number of units DESIGNATED IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS may be authorized under the following conditions:

(1) As a result of changes in the work approved by the CO.

(2) As a result of the CO determining that errors exist in the original design that cause a PAY ITEM quantity to change by 15 percent or more.

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(3) As a result of the contractor submitting to the CO a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design that cause a PAY ITEM quantity to change by 15 percent or more.

The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error.

(b) Actual Quantities (AQ). These quantities are determined from measurement of completed work or certified receipts.

(c) Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ). These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job.

(d) Vehicle Quantities (VQ). These quantities are measured or weighed in hauling vehicles. Aggregate woven bags are considered hauling vehicles.

Section 907—Quality Assurance and Quantity Measurement

Description

907.01 Work. Work consists of providing certification that the quality and quantity of construction conform to the drawings, specifications, and requirements of the contract.

Construction

907.02 Certification and Measurements

(a) Offsite-Produced Materials. Furnish signed certificates executed by the manufacturer, supplier, or vendor, stipulating that all offsite-produced materials incorporated in the work meet applicable requirements SHOWN ON THE DRAWINGS or stated in the specifications. Furnish a certificate for each commodity or invoice.

(b) Quantity Measurements. Submit quantities to the CO for periodic progress payments, and the CO will compute payments. Quantities are subject to verification.

Measurement

907.03 Method. There will be no separate measurement for this item.

Payment

907.04 Basis. Payment will be considered incidental to other pay items in this contract.

Section 911—Clearing and Grubbing

911.01 Work. Work consists of clearing, grubbing, trimming, removing, and treating trees, logs, limbs, branches, brush, plants, and other vegetation within the clearing limits. Also included are the protection

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Construction

911.02 Clearing Limits. Clear brush to the dimensions 36 inches each side of the trail centerline. Clear trees designated to be removed within 36” of trail centerline.

911.03 Material to Be Cleared. Remove and dispose of trees, logs, limbs, branches, brush, herbaceous plants, and other vegetation within the clearing limits, except for live brush, herbaceous plants, and trees between the trailway and clearing limits that are less than 12 inches in height and less than ½ inch diameter at ground line.

Except as provided above, cut all limbs and branches within 7 feet of the ground and more than 1/2 inch in diameter that extend into the clearing limits. Cut tree limbs flush with the outside of the branch collar and cut brush at the ground surface.

911.04 Damaged Trees. When felling, cutting, trimming, or setting tailholds, do not cause bark damage to standing timber. If damage does occur to standing trees, treat the injured trees in an approved manner.

Remove and dispose of trees with major roots exposed by construction that are rendered unstable.

911.05 Disposal of Clearing Slash, Logs, Stumps, Brush, and Roots. Limb all felled trees to a 4 inch diameter top, including designated trees outside the clearing limits.

Consolidate all products of clearing and grubbing in approved locations outside the clearing limits and out of sight of the trail.

Do not place clearing and grubbing debris in water courses, snow ponds, lakes, meadows, or in locations where it could impede the flows to, through, or from drainage structures.

Measurement

911.06 Method. There will be no separate measurement for this item.

Payment

911.07 Basis. Clearing and Grubbing will be considered incidental to the pay item under which the work is being done, and additional payment will not be made.

Section 912—Excavation and Embankment

912.01 Work. Work consists of the excavation and placement of excavated material, regardless of its nature, from within the trailway or from other sources, except for material included under other pay items

SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Includes excavation, embankment, and backfill construction required to shape and finish the trailbed, ditches, backslopes, and fill slopes.

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912.02 Use and Disposal of Excavated Material.

Conserve and use soil and herbaceous vegetation and moss removed during excavation to revegetate excavated areas to provide a neat appearance and to control erosion. For soil placed on slope shoulders for Types AS and ASB, use soil that is free of debris larger that 2” in any dimension.

Place excess and unsuitable excavation beyond the downslope edge of the trailbed, except in locations where the material would be placed within 5’ of a stream or in staked locations where it is desirable not to impact the native vegetation; in these locations place in approved locations. Do not obstruct drainage and spread to a depth not exceeding 4 inches. This includes any material removed in the grubbing operation and deposited in the same area.

Place rocks over 4 inches in greatest dimension not used in construction beyond the hinge point on the downslope side. Place rocks so that the tops are at least 6 inches lower than the trailbed surface. Ensure that no blockage of drainage or creation of a windrow effect occurs.

912.03 Trailbed Preparation. Remove soil to the depth required to accommodate the aggregate surfacing, bedding and base course (see also Spec 941.07) and provide the finished grades specified on the drawings. Retain roots over 2” diameter except where approved for removal.

912.04 Trailbed Approval. Obtain approval of trailbed prior to placing corduroy, geotextile, aggregate surfacing, stone riser steps, or stone pitching. At time of approval, the Government may designate particular locations for placement of base course, corduroy, or geotextile.

912.05 Cut and Fill Slopes. Construct trail so cut and fill slopes are less than the angle of repose. Trim exposed roots flush with the finished cut slope.

Measurement

912.06 Method. There will be no separate measurement for this item.

Payment

912.07 Basis. Excavation and embankment will be considered incidental to the pay item under which the work is being done, and additional payment will not be made.

Section 931—Log Stringer Bridge

931.01 Work. This work consists of constructing log stringer bridges, including mud sills, bulkheads, rails, curbs, decking, excavation, backfill, and approach fills as SHOWN ON THE DRAWINGS.

Materials

See also:

SECTION H, Government Furnished Materials

931.02 Requirements. Use materials meeting the requirements of Section 962.

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931.03 General. Predrill holes for fasteners when necessary to prevent splitting. Use washers with lag screws and bolts. Peel bark from all members.

931.04 Excavation and Embankment. Perform excavation and embankment in accordance with Section 912.

931.05 Mud Sills. Construct mud sills at each end of the span in the location staked on the ground.

Construct mud sills to be level, bedded evenly, and buried to the depth necessary for the bottom of the log stringers to clear the ground surface by a minimum of 6".

Hew sill logs to provide a bearing surface for the log stringers and to provide the log stringers with a level top surface. Do not hew sill logs more than one-third their diameter. Do not level the top surfaces of the log stringers by shimming or notching their ends.

931.06 Handrails. Finish handrails and posts smooth and free from splinters and sharp projections.

Measurement

931.07 Measurement. Measure quantities in accordance with section 906.

Payment

931.08 Basis. Pay for the accepted quantities in accordance with Section 906 at the contract unit price for each PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Make payment under:

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

931(01) Single Log Bridge, Type SLB......................................LF 931(02) Double Log Bridge, Type DLB………………………....LF

Section 937 — Steel Bridge and Related Work

937.01 Work. Provide necessary geotechnical evaluation and design, and fabricate, deliver, & install a complete weathering steel pedestrian bridge, including abutments, anchoring, excavation and embankment. The work also includes the removal, preservation, and reinstallation of related site features and the removal of the existing bridge. The new bridge will be placed in the same location as the existing bridge.

937.02 Bridge Requirements. Bridge to be Continental Link Truss Pedestrian Bridge (www.contech-cpi.com), or approved equal. Bridge is to be a 6’ wide pedestrian truss bridge with X-bracing. Bridge is to have a clear span (no midspan crib).

Conform to AASHTO and ADA standards for pedestrian bridges. Design Snow Load = 150 psf

937.03 Foundation. Remove all existing wood and other unsuitable material from bearing area under the bridge and replace with durable materials such as rock or concrete.

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937.04 Site Design. Survey and photograph the existing trailhead features including the bench, signs, and boulder clusters and replace in similar manner and orientation with minor modifications as approved.

Protect items from damage.

Meet ADA standards and provide sloped transition from aggregate surfacing on approaches on each end of bridge to bridge to prevent non-ADA compliant lip from forming.

937.05 Survey and Design. Provide site survey, design drawings, grading plans, specifications, and structural calculations that describe all aspects of the proposed bridge, abutments, and surrounding site details for review and approval.

All design documents to be stamped by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Alaska. Structural calculations for the bridge superstructure shall be submitted by the bridge manufacturer and reviewed by the approving engineer. The calculations shall include all design information necessary to determine the structural adequacy of the bridge, foundation and other related features.

Maintain existing clearance to the stream under the bridge. No construction or construction activity will decrease the hydraulic cross-section of the stream or decrease the stability of the surrounding banks.

Minimize the time period for instream work.

937.06 Permits. The Government has obtained the permit necessary to for instream work associated with bridge construction which covers limited crossing of the stream with heavy equipment. Operate within the requirements of this permit.

Materials

937.07 Requirements. Bridge material to be weathering steel. All wood components in contact with pedestrians, including handrails and decking, are to be Alaska Yellow Cedar; decking to be rough sawn on upper surface. Other materials to be as shown on the approved submittals.

Construction

937.08 Requirements. Construct the bridge and related developments as shown on the approved submittals.

937.09 Field Staking. Field stake all components of the bridge assembly prior to construction for Government approval.

937.10 Removal of existing bridge. Remove the existing bridge including, abutments, the midspan crib, and steel connectors, including material below waterline. Place portions of the log stringers and other members that are suitable for firewood in an approved location adjacent to the staging area. Remove nails and other metal from the wood and dispose offsite. Dispose unsuitable wood offsite or burn onsite in the staging area. Burn using high-intensity burning processes that produce few emissions. Provide a competent watchperson during the burning operations. When burning is complete, extinguish fire so no smoldering debris remains. Dispose of unburned materials offsite.

Submittals

937.11 Requirements. Submittals are required under this contract for the purpose of establishing the final specifications for: (1) quality assurance; (2) design configurations; (3) performance standards; (4) color, texture, finish; and/or (5) other features necessary to a complete description of work to be performed.

Submittals shall be approved by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall not purchase, order, ship, install, or otherwise incur costs for a product or other work subject to submittal approval until after approval

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Rejection of any submittal by the Contracting Officer constitutes notice that a resubmittal is required for the same purpose; rejections shall be explained.

Where the phrase “or equal” occurs in the contract documents, do not assume that the materials, equipment, or methods will be approved as equal unless the item has been specifically approved by the Contracting Officer.

Within sixty (60) calendar days of receipt of Notice to Proceed, submit two copies of the drawings, specifications, and structural calculations for review.

Submittal drawings shall be unique drawings, prepared to illustrate the specific portion of the work to be done. All relative design information such as member sizes, bridge reactions, and general notes shall be clearly specified on the drawings. Drawings shall have cross referenced details and sheet numbers.

All submittal drawings and structural calculations shall bear the stamp of a registered Professional Engineer.

The Government shall review the submittal within 15 days and provide written response to the Contractor outlining any corrections to the proposed working drawings. The Contractor shall then have 15 days to submit the corrected shop drawings to the Contracting Officer for approval.

Payment

937.12 Basis. Pay for the accepted quantities in accordance with Section 906 at the contract unit price of each PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Make payment under:

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

937(01) Steel Bridge………………….……………………….….LS

Section 941—Aggregate and Stone Construction

941.01 Work. This work consists of preparing the trailbed and furnishing, hauling, and placing Aggregate Surfacing (Type AS), Aggregate Surfacing with Base Course (Type ASB), Stone Pitching (Type SP), Stone Open Drain (SOD), Stone Rest Area, Stone Retaining Wall (SRW) and Stone Riser Step (SRS).

Materials

941.02 Corduroy. Use dimensional lumber from recycled boardwalk that is abandoned by work on this project including decking, sills, and other members, and from various small caches of unused boardwalk located near the trail that were left from previous projects. This lumber is primarily AZCA pressure treated.

Remove nails or bend over nails tight with wood. Remove any unused corduroy material from project and dispose offsite.

941.03 Handling Materials. Stockpile, remove, transport, and spread aggregates in a manner that will preserve specified gradation and avoid contamination.

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941.04 Aggregate Surfacing. Provide aggregate surfacing meeting the specification D-1 per Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Utilities, “Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, 1998”, Section 703.

941.05 Aggregate Surfacing Material Spread on Existing Trail. Provide D-1 crushed aggregate.

941.06 Base Course for Aggregate Surfacing. Provide 3” minus crushed rock, screened, minimal fines.

941.07 Approval for Aggregates. Provide a sample of D-1 and 3” minus crushed rock at the source facility for approval prior to moving to project site.

941.08 Required Stone Sizes and Shapes. Hand select native stones to provide the general shape and dimensions shown on the drawings. Stones to be sound and durable.

Select stone that meets the following size and shape requirements:

Stone Riser Step (SRS)

• 2.5 cubic feet minimum volume

• Construct steps primarily from single stones, however two stones may be used if fit tightly together and are 1.5 cubic foot min. size.

• A shape suitable for constructing a stable step

• A generally flat top surface suitable for a 8” min. width step tread

Step Stone (SS)

• 2.5 cubic feet minimum volume

• Construct steps stones from single stones only.

• A shape suitable for constructing a stable step stone.

• 1.5 square feet min. flat top step surface.

Stone Pitching (SP) surfacing

• .3 cubic foot minimum volume

• 4” min. thickness over at least 2/3 of the stone’s area

• A generally flat top surface that is suitable for a walking surface

Stone Pitching (SP) Steps

• 1.5 cubic foot minimum volume, unless approved by CO. Construct steps primarily from single stones, however two stones may be used if fit tightly together and are .75 cubic foot min. size.

• A shape suitable for constructing a stable step

• A generally flat top surface suitable for a 6” min. width stair tread

941.09 Trailbed Preparation and Approval. See Specification 912.03.

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941.10 Corduroy. Place corduroy on prepared trailbed that provides full support across member.

Corduroy may be placed parallel or perpendicular to trail. Place so corduroy boards are tight together. Fit corduroy around retained roots.

941.11 Handling of Aggregate. Do not place aggregate directly on the ground outside of the trailway without a tarp or some other means of separation.

941.12 Aggregate Surfacing Material Spread on Existing Trail. Place aggregate over existing aggregate trail surface where marked and spread to specified depth. The minimum amount that will be marked in one location is one-half cubic yard. Locations may be anywhere on the Beaver Lake Trail, including the section to Herring Cove.

941.13 Compaction and Finished Grading. For Aggregate Surfacing (AS) and Base Course, compact firmly by hand. Following final spreading, smoothing and compaction, correct any irregularities or depressions that develop by adding or removing material until the surface is smooth and uniform.

941.14 Acceptance, Testing, Sampling, and Tolerances. Provide the minimum compacted thickness of aggregate surfacing shown on the Reconstruction Log. If excess aggregate has been delivered to the work area it may be stockpiled in approved locations or spread evenly over the trail; the method to be approved and at no cost to the Government.

941.15 Representative Sample. Prepare a 10’ representative sample of Stone Pitching (SP) and two Stone Riser Steps (SRS) at an approved location that will serve as a standard of workmanship and materials for other work on the project. Obtain review of the representative sample, correct any deficiencies, and obtain final approval before proceeding with any other Stone Pitching. When accepted, the sample will be incorporated into the work.

Measurement

941.16 Method. Measure the quantities in accordance with Section 906.

Payment

941.17 Basis. Pay for the accepted quantities in accordance with Section 906 at the contract unit price of each PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. The Aggregate Surfacing used in the construction of all trail types other than Aggregate Surfacing (AS) and Aggregate Surfacing with Corduroy (ASC) will be incidental to those items and no additional payment will be made. Base Course will be incidental to the work item where installed and no additional payment will be made. Corduroy and geotextile installation is incidental to Aggregate Surfacing trail types and no additional payment will be made. Rest Area work includes all work shown on the site plans and no additional payment will be made for aggregate, SRW, etc.

Make payment under:

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

941(01) Aggregate Surfacing (Type AS)................................................. LF

941(02) Aggregate Surfacing – Heavy Clearing (Type AS-HC)…………LF

941(03) Aggregate Surfacing – Ditch (Type ASD)………………..………LF

941(04) Aggregate Surfacing with Base Course (Type ASB)…………….LF

941(05) Stone Riser Steps (Type SRS)………………………...................EA

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941(06) Stone Open Drain (Type SOD)………………………...................EA

941(07) Stone Pitching (Type SP)…………………………………………..LF

941(08) Rest Area………………..............................................................EA

941(09) Stone Retaining Wall……………………………………………….SF

941(10) Aggregate Surfacing Material Spread on Existing Trail………..CY

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Section 949—Development of Material Sources

949.01 Work. This work includes activities related to the development of stone material sources.

Materials

949.02 Locations of Material Sources. The trail corridor between STA 7+77 and 18+31 has substantial areas that are underlain by stone of various sizes and has a high potential to contain suitable materials for various types of stone work.

Other potential material sources in the vicinity are the talus slope on the flank of Bear Mtn. above the Herring Cove Trail and in the avalanche chutes along the Blue Lake Road.

Construction

949.03 Approval. Obtain approval for all material sources prior to development. Approval will be granted on the basis of issues such as the quality of material, proximity to streams, suitability for restoration, visibility from the trail, etc. Expose the proposed material source locations for review and obtain approval prior to development.

949.04 Restoration. Upon completion of utilization, submit a rehabilitation plan for approval for material sources and access trails to return the site to a natural appearing condition and to restore natural drainage patterns and appearance. Obtain approval for all restoration work.

Payment

949.05 The contractor is responsible for determining the locations, haul distances, and qualities. No additional payment will be made if identified potential sources do not yield material meeting the required specifications.

Section 951—Mobilization

951.01 Work. This work consists of moving personnel, equipment, material and incidentals to the project and performing all work necessary before beginning work at the project site. Mobilization includes the costs associated with obtaining permits, insurance, and bonds. Mobilization is not intended to pay for the costs of materials before they are used on the project site.

Payment

951.02 Basis. Pay for the accepted work at the contract unit price for the PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Make progress payments for mobilization as follows:

(a) Reimburse for bond premiums before issuing the Notice to Proceed if evidence of payment is received.

(b) When 5 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other PAY ITEMS, pay mobilization at the rate of 50 percent, or up to 5 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less.

(c) When 10 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other PAY ITEMS, pay mobilization at the rate of 100 percent, or up to 10 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less.

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(d) Pay any unpaid amount for mobilization upon final acceptance of all work items.

Make payment under:

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

951(01) Mobilization .............................................................. LS

Section 956—Miscellaneous Work

956.01 Work. This work consists of work items as described below.

Materials

956.02 Requirements. See SECTION H, Government Furnished Materials.

Construction

956.03 Laborer work. Provide one laborer with typical trail tools to perform work as identified by the CO that is not included under other work items.

956.04 Trail Rehabilitation. Regrade trail and remove obstructions, berm, and slough as shown. Add suitable material as needed to provide width as shown.

Measurement

956.04 Method. Measure the quantities in accordance with Section 906.

Laborer work will be measured per hour, including typical trail tools and supplies.

Payment

956.05 Basis. Pay for the accepted quantities in accordance with Section 906 at the contract unit price of each

PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Make payment under:

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

956(01) Laborer Work (hourly rate).………………………….EA

956(02) Trail Rehabilitation………...…………………………..LS

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SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

D.1 PROJECT LABELING FOR OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

The Government singularly identifies each project with a contract number at time of Award. The contract number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project. The Government issued contract number is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of award.

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SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (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 1) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996) http://www.arnet.gov/far/�

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SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (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/

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

F.2 FAR 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (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 180 calendar days after the date the contractor receives the notice to proceed. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

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SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 ADMINISTRATION

(a) CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE. The Contracting Officer will designate a representative, hereinafter referred to as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or, alternatively, as the Engineer, who will provide on-the-ground administration for the Government. The COR will be designated in writing and a copy of the designation will be furnished to the Contractor before or at the pre-work conference. The Contractor is cautioned to read the COR designation because certain authority under the contract is reserved solely for the Contracting Officer. The term “Contracting Officer” as used throughout the contract shall be interpreted to include the Contracting Officer’s designated representative(s) acting within the limits of their delegation of authority.

(b) CONTRACTOR’S REPRESENTATIVE. Any representative of the Contractor shall be designated in writing. The designation shall clearly indicate the name and limitations of authority, if any, of the representative.

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SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 Order of Precedence – Requirements, Specifications & Drawings

Any inconsistency in the…