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Witherspoon WRP – Tree Planting (2) List of Specifications July 2016 NRCS-South Carolina Clarendon County

ATTACHMENT 6 – LIST OF SPECIFICATIONS, DRAWINGS AND

TEMPORARY BENCHMARK DESCRIPTIONS

ITEM 0003 - Witherspoon WRP – Tree Planting (2), Clarendon County, South Carolina

List of Specifications

Witherspoon WRP – Tree Planting #2 Clarendon County, South Carolina

Construction Specifications

Specification Number Title Number of Pages 5 Pollution Control 3

Mobilization and Demobilization

401 Tree Planting 6

Witherspoon WRP – Tree Planting (2) Performance Time Estimate July 2016 NRCS-South Carolina Clarendon County

Performance Time Estimate

Work Calendar Days

Needed

Begin Day

End Day

Mobilization 20 1 20 Site Preparation 10 21 31 Plant Longleaf Pines 5 32 37 Plant Hardwood trees and shrubs, install tree shelters and bird exclusion netting

20 38 58

(delay of 3-4 months post planting before next work item)

120 58 178

Herbicide or mow for competition control after green-up in spring- April/May

10 179 189 delay between treatments (4-6 weeks) 40 190 230 Herbicide or mow for competition control after green-up following first control treatment

10 231 241

Weather Days 10 242 243

Total number of calendar days needed is 243 days.

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Construction Specification 5—Pollution Control

1. Scope The work consists of installing measures or performing work to control erosion and minimize the production of sediment and other pollutants to water and air from construction activities.

2. Material All material furnished shall meet the requirements of the material specifications listed in section 8 of this specification.

3. Erosion and sediment control measures and works The measures and works shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

Staging of earthwork activities—The excavation and moving of soil materials shall be scheduled to minimize the size of areas disturbed and unprotected from erosion for the shortest reasonable time.

Seeding—Seeding to protect disturbed areas shall occur as soon as reasonably possible following completion of that earthwork activity.

Mulching—Mulching to provide temporary protection of the soil surface from erosion.

Diversions—Diversions to divert water from work areas and to collect water from work areas for treatment and safe disposition. They are temporary and shall be removed and the area restored to its near original condition when the diversions are no longer required or when permanent measures are installed.

Stream crossings—Culverts or bridges where equipment must cross streams. They are temporary and shall be removed and the area restored to its near original condition when the crossings are no longer required or when permanent measures are installed.

Sediment basins—Sediment basins collect, settle, and eliminate sediment from eroding areas from impacting properties and streams below the construction site(s). These basins are temporary and shall be removed and the area restored to its original condition when they are no longer required or when permanent measures are installed.

Sediment filters—Straw bale filters or geotextile sediment fences trap sediment from areas of limited runoff. Sediment filters shall be properly anchored to prevent erosion under or around them. These filters are temporary and shall be removed and the area restored to its original condition when they are no longer required or when permanent measures are installed.

Waterways—Waterways for the safe disposal of runoff from fields, diversions, and other structures or measures. These works are temporary and shall be removed and the area restored to its original condition when they are no longer required or when permanent measures are installed.

Other—Additional protection measures as specified in Section 8 of this specification or required by Federal, State, or local government.

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4. Chemical pollution The contractor shall provide watertight tanks or barrels or construct a sump sealed with plastic sheets to dispose of chemical pollutants, such as drained lubricating or transmission fluids, grease, soaps, concrete mixer washwater, or asphalt, produced as a by-product of the construction activities. At the completion of the construction work, sumps shall be removed and the area restored to its original condition as specified in section 8 of this specification. Sump removal shall be conducted without causing pollution.

Sanitary facilities, such as chemical toilets, or septic tanks shall not be located next to live streams, wells, or springs. They shall be located at a distance sufficient to prevent contamination of any water source. At the completion of construction activities, facilities shall be disposed of without causing pollution as specified in section 8 of this specification.

5. Air pollution The burning of brush or slash and the disposal of other materials shall adhere to state and local regulations. Fire prevention measures shall be taken to prevent the start or spreading of wildfires that may result from project activities. Firebreaks or guards shall be constructed and maintained at locations shown on the drawings.

All public access or haul roads used by the contractor during construction of the project shall be sprinkled or otherwise treated to fully suppress dust. All dust control methods shall ensure safe construction operations at all times. If chemical dust suppressants are applied, the material shall be a commercially available product specifically designed for dust suppression and the application shall follow manufacturer's requirements and recommendations. A copy of the product data sheet and manufacturer's recommended application procedures shall be provided to the engineer 5 working days before the first application.

6. Maintenance, removal, and restoration All pollution control measures and temporary works shall be adequately maintained in a functional condition for the duration of the construction period. All temporary measures shall be removed and the site restored to near original condition.

7. Measurement and payment Compensation for any item of work described in the contract, but not listed in the bid schedule is included in the payment for the item of work to which it is made subsidiary. Such items, and the items to which they are made subsidiary, are identified in section 8 of this specification.

8. Items of work and construction details Items of work to be performed in conformance with this specification and construction details therefore are:

A. Subsidiary Item, Pollution Control

1. This item shall consist of installing measures or performing work to control erosion and minimize the production of sediment and other pollutants to water and air from construction activities, in accordance with the laws and guidelines of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC).

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2. No sanitary facilities are available on site. The contractor shall erect and maintain a portable sanitary facility, such as a Port-a-Jon, for the duration of the project or arrange to use public restrooms. The work site is several miles from the closest public restroom. The sanitary facility(s) must be dismantled and removed from the site upon completion of the construction work. The waste from the sanitary facility must be removed from it and disposed of offsite in the manner permitted by law.

2. In adherence to the goals and objectives expressed in the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002, the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 and Executive Order 13514 on all USDA-NRCS projects whenever the following categories of supplies are used they must contain the minimum amount of biobased content as required by the BioPreferred Program, if feasible. This is applicable to the following products: diesel fuel additives, hydraulic fluids, lubricants, fuel conditioners, gasoline fuel additives, heat transfer fluids (i.e. coolants or refrigerants), mulch and compost materials, erosion control materials, compost activators and accelerators, electronic component cleaners, turbine drip oils, any other products used in operation of machinery used to do the work required under this contract and materials installed under this contract.

3. Pollution Control is made subsidiary to Bid Items, 2-6.

- END OF CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION 5 –

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Construction Specification 8—Mobilization and Demobilization

The work consists of the mobilization and demobilization of the contractor's forces and equipment necessary for performing the work required under the contract. It does not include mobilization and demobilization for specific items of work for which payment is provided elsewhere in the contract. Mobilization will not be considered as work in fulfilling the contract requirements for commencement of work.

2. Equipment and material Mobilization shall include all activities and associated costs for transportation of contractor's personnel, equipment, and operating supplies to the site; establishment of offices, buildings, and other necessary general facilities for the contractor's operations at the site; premiums paid for performance and payment bonds including coinsurance and reinsurance agreements as applicable;

and other items specified in section 4 of this specification.

Demobilization shall include all activities and costs for transportation of personnel, equipment, and supplies not required or included in the contract from the site; including the disassembly, removal, and site cleanup of offices, buildings, and other facilities assembled on the site specifically for this contract.

This work includes mobilization and demobilization required by the contract at the time of award.

If additional mobilization and demobilization activities and costs are required during the performance of the contract as a result of changed, deleted, or added items of work for which the contractor is entitled to an adjustment in contract price, compensation for such costs will be included in the price adjustment for the item or items of work changed or added.

3. Payment Payment will be made as the work proceeds, after presentation of paid invoices or documentation of direct costs by the contractor showing specific mobilization and demobilization costs and supporting evidence of the charges of suppliers, subcontractors, and others. When the total of such payments is less than the lump sum contract price, the balance remaining will be included in the final contract payment. Payment of the lump sum contract price for mobilization and demobilization will constitute full compensation for completion of the work.

Payment will not be made under this item for the purchase costs of materials having a residual value, the purchase costs of materials to be incorporated in the project, or the purchase costs of operating supplies.

4. Items of work and construction details Items of work to be performed in conformance with this specification and construction details therefore are:

A. Bid Item 1, Mobilization

1. All compensation for mobilization and demobilization shall be included in the contract price for Bid Item 1, Mobilization.- END OF CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION 8 -

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Construction Specification 401 —Tree Planting

The work consists of preparing the area for treatment; furnishing and placing tree seedlings, and any specified soil amendments; any specified tree shelters and weed barrier materials in designated areas; and post-planting weed control treatment.

2. Material Tree Seedlings—All seedlings shall conform to the current rules and regulations of the state where they are being used and shall be from the latest crop available. Tree seedlings shall have a minimum root collar diameter of 1/8 inch (3/8 inch for oak seedlings).

Seedlings shall remain in the bags used for shipment unless otherwise specified. Bags shall be shaded at all times. Bags shall be protected from the drying effects of the wind. Temperatures inside the bags shall be maintained between 32 and 70 degrees F. Bags shall be stacked to prevent damage from crushing, heat, or cold. Any bag that is torn, separated, or otherwise opened shall be immediately patched or otherwise resealed. Bags shall be protected from contamination by materials such as gasoline, diesel fuel, oils, or chemicals that may damage the seedlings. Open bags stored over the weekend or during breaks shall be protected from drying by packing the roots with wet moss and tightly with waterproof paper; or by heeling in the seedlings.

Seedlings that have become dry, broken, or otherwise damaged in transit or storage will not be accepted.

Soil Amendments—Soil amendments shall meet recognized industry standards. Any soil amendments required shall be specified in Section 8 of this specification.

Tree and Shrub Shelters—Tree and shrub shelters used shall be specifically manufactured for this purpose. Length of the shelter is specified in the last section. The tree or shrub shelter shall be anchored with and attached to a hardwood stake (typically white oak). The shelter must be installed at least 1 inch below the ground. The stake shall be capable of supporting the tree and shelter for a minimum of three years before degrading. The stake shall be at least 1” by 1” (7/8 minimum). If bamboo stakes are used they must be at least ¾ inch diameter at the small end.

Length of the stake shall be as specified by the tree and/or shrub shelter manufacturer. Any tree shelters required shall be specified in Section 8 of this specification.

Weed Barriers—Weed barriers shall meet recognized industry standards. Any weed barriers required shall be specified in Section 8 of this specification.

3. Site Preparation Any site preparation shall be as shown on the plans or as specified in Section 8 of this specification.

4. Planting During field planting operations, the seedlings shall be carried in heavy-duty, tear and puncture free planting bags that are neoprene-coated with nylon. Only enough seedlings to comfortably fit in the planting bags shall be removed from the storage bags at one time. Seedlings should be

Witherspoon WRP – Tree Planting (2) 401-2 July 2016 NRCS-South Carolina Clarendon County planted promptly to prevent any drying of the roots.

Purchased seedlings must be of the correct geographic source (i.e. South Carolina or Southeastern U.S.)

Plant one tree seedling in a trash-free hole or trench. Surface debris (leaves, litter, duff, etc.) shall be removed before the planting tool is inserted in the ground. The contractor shall be equipped to make a 9 inch deep hole to accommodate seedlings with roots up to eight inches. Seedlings may be machine planted as long as the machine does not damage the seedlings.

Seedlings shall be planted perpendicular to the ground with a vertical angle of not more than 20 degrees. Each hardwood seedling shall be planted so that the top surface of the collar is 1/2 inch to 1 inch below the soil surface. Plant containerized longleaf pine seedlings so that the terminal bud is not covered (you want to “see the plug”). The terminal bud shall be 1½ to 2 inches above the soil surface. The planting tool shall not be used to maneuver roots of seedlings into the holes.

Roots must be planted straight down, not twisted, balled, or U-shaped. The ground opening should be large and deep enough to accommodate the root system in its normal position. The soil must be packed firmly around the planted seedlings with no air pockets around the roots.

Planting shall be suspended when ambient air temperature exceeds 80 degrees F, or falls below 32 degrees F. Seedlings shall not be planted in frozen ground or during freezing rain. Planting shall not take place when 14 days or more has elapsed without at least 1 inch of rainfall.

Spacing and arrangement of seedlings shall be as specified in Section 8 of this specification.

5. Disposal of Seedling Bags and Other Debris All seedling bags, boxes, and other contractor-generated debris shall be removed from the site and adjoining areas and disposed of in a proper manner.

6. Inspection and Acceptance A representative of the Contracting Officer shall inspect the work for proper planting of the seedlings and proper number and spacing. If the number of properly planted trees falls below the number required, the Contractor shall be required to replant the area. Replanting will be allowed one time per area and will be re-inspected.

7. Measurement and Payment For items of work for which specific unit prices are established in the contract, each area treated is measured as specified in Section 8 and the area calculated to the nearest 0.1 acre. Payment for treatment is made at the contract unit price for the designated treatment, which will constitute full compensation for completion of the work.

Compensation for any item of work described in the contract, but not listed in the bid schedule is included in the payment for the item of work to which it is made subsidiary. Such items and the item(s) to which they are made subsidiary are identified in Section 8.

8. Items of Work and Construction Details Items of work to be performed in conformance with this specification and the construction details therefore are:

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A. Bid Item 2, Tree/Shrub Site Preparation

5. This work item shall consist of preparing approximately 32.2 acres shown on the map and marked in the field for tree planting, and any access roads needed for entry into the designated areas.

6. The area to be planted shall be prepared mechanically, by burning and/or by applying herbicide (approved for use in wetlands/aquatic conditions when standing water present) to the areas at the manufacturer’s recommended rate if needed as a competition control measure prior to planting trees. If applying an herbicide, it must be approved for tree planting site preparation and applied to the area at the manufacturer’s recommended rate.

Sites will be prepared for planting by mechanical and/or chemical means where necessary to ensure survival of plant material.

7. Logging debris may be pushed into scattered piles as needed to prepare site for planting trees.

8. Patches of native vegetation including red bay, sweet bay, wax myrtle, gallberry, cane, fetterbush blueberry, red maple, and other shrubs and herbs shall be left standing where trees can be planted around them and vegetation does not compromise planting activities.

9. Raised planting beds may be lightly mechanically smoothed and leveled to facilitate site preparation necessary for planting trees. Beds may be left alone where they will facilitate tree planting.

10. All pesticide must be registered for use in South Carolina and approved for use by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Refer to the current issue of Pest Management Handbook prepared by the Clemson University Extension Service for guidelines, rules, and regulations regarding use of pesticides.

11. Users must always follow instructions and safety precautions on the container label when handling, applying, or storing pesticides. Chemicals must be applied by a South Carolina licensed Certified Pesticide Applicator.

12. After herbicide treatment and prior to planting the containerized longleaf seedlings on the designated 5 acres, the site may be prepped by scalping if needed.

13. Measurement and payment shall be as listed in Section 7 of this specification.

Measurement of the cleared area shall be made by hand-held GPS unit. All compensation for the site preparation to plant the trees in the designated areas shall be considered as included in the price for Bid Item 2, Tree/Shrub Site Preparation.

B. Bid Item 3, Tree/Shrub Establishment - Longleaf Pine Trees

12. This item shall consist of planting approximately 2,175 containerized Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) seedlings on 5 acres. The areas labeled “longleaf pine planting” on the site map shall be the areas treated. The areas to be planted are shown on the site map and flagged in the field. Approximately 435 seedlings shall be planted per acre. The original or a legible copy of the delivery tickets showing quantity, species, size, harvest date and other standard information shall be furnished to the Inspector.

13. Timing of planting shall be during the dormant season and after site preparation for planting has been completed. The planting shall occur sometime during the months of October through January. Avoid planting when the ground is frozen, excessively dry, or

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14. The longleaf pine seedlings shall be planted with a spacing of approximately 10 ft. x 10

ft. up to 12 ft. x 12 ft. per acre. Longleaf may be planted in a natural or random arrangement (planting does not need to be in rows). Spacing can be modified as needed to avoid debris piles and preserve standing vegetation. An NRCS representative shall be on-site prior to planting to verify the specific layout.

15. Plant purchased seedlings within 1 to 3 days of lifting. Plant containerized seedlings so that the terminal bud is not covered (you want to “see the plug”). The terminal bud shall be 1½ to 2 inches above the soil surface.

16. Use correct tools when hand-planting, as specified by the seedling supplier or NRCS representative. These tools may include, but are not limited to, specifically sized plug-tools (the tool should match the seedling size), hoedads, or dibble bars.

17. Payment shall be made based on the area where the site prep is performed and the specified number and species of trees are planted. Measurement of area for payment shall be by handheld GPS unit.

18. All compensation for site preparation and furnishing and planting the specified species and planting arrangement of the seedlings shall be considered as included in the unit bid price for Bid Item 3, Tree/Shrub Establishment - Longleaf Pine Trees.

C. Bid Item 4, Tree/Shrub Establishment – Hardwood Trees

1. This item shall consist of performing mechanical and/or chemical site preparation as well as furnishing and planting 3,000 trees and shrubs on 27.2 acres. The plots are shown on the site map and marked in the field. Specifically, 500 Pond Cypress (Taxodium acendens), 500 Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus michauxii), 500 Swamp Tupelo (Nyssa biflora or N. sylvatica var. biflora), 500 Green Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica), 500 Silky Dogwood (Cornus amomum), and 500 Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) shall be planted. If Pond Cypress, Swamp Tupelo, Swamp Chestnut Oak, or Green Ash cannot be located, they may be substituted with Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum), Red Maple (Acer rubrum) and/or Swamp Laurel Oak (Quercus laurifolia). If either Silky Dogwood or Buttonbush cannot be located they may be the substituted with Swamp or Stiff Dogwood (Cornus stricta, Cornus foemina) or Virginia Willow (Itea virginica). The original or a legible copy of the delivery tickets showing quantity, species, size, harvest date and other standard information shall be furnished to the Inspector.

2. Timing of planting shall be during the dormant season and after site preparation for planting has been completed. The planting shall occur during the months of December through February. Avoid planting when the ground is frozen, excessively dry, or excessively wet and sticky.

3. The trees and shrubs shall be planted with a spacing of approximately 20 feet x 20 feet.

The planning rate will be approximately 110 trees per acre. The species of trees and shrubs shall be planted in a random arrangement with at least one of each plant species planted per acre. Spacing can be modified as needed to avoid debris piles and preserve standing vegetation. An NRCS representative shall be on-site to flag the sites prior to planting to direct the specific planting layout.

4. Shelters are required for the planting of the trees and shrubs. A total of 3,000 shelters shall be required (one on each tree or shrub planted). The shelters shall be 4 feet in

Witherspoon WRP – Tree Planting (2) 401-5 July 2016 NRCS-South Carolina Clarendon County length, at least 3.5 - 4 inches in diameter, ventilated, and designed for use with hardwood and shrub seedlings. Tree shelters must be biodegradable or photodegradable and non-toxic and designed to function for at least 3-5 years. Each shelter shall be installed according to the manufacturer's recommendation. Each shelter shall be anchored in place with a stake capable of supporting the sapling for approximately three years before degrading. Stakes shall be well secured to tree shelters—about 1-foot deep in the ground and extend at least two-thirds of the shelter’s height. Bird exclusion netting shall be attached to the top of each tree shelter in order to prevent birds from getting into the shelters and becoming trapped.

5. Use correct tools when hand-planting, as specified by the seedling supplier or NRCS representative. These may include, but are not limited to, specifically sized plug-tools (the tool shall match the seedling plug size), hoedads, or dibble bars

6. Payment shall be made based on the area where the specified number and species of trees are planted. Measurement of area for payment shall be by handheld GPS unit. A partial payment of twenty percent (20%) of the bid item price may be made after site preparations and tree planting are accepted.

7. All compensation for site preparation and furnishing and planting the specified species and planting arrangement of the seedling shall be considered as included in the unit bid price for Bid Item 4, Tree/Shrub Establishment – Hardwood Trees.

D. Bid Item 5, Herbaceous weed control, No. 1

7. This item shall consist of reducing competition around planted trees in planting areas (32.2 acres) during spring after vegetation green-up or at planting time if significant competitive growth is present (February through March).

8. Mowing and/or herbicides may be required by NRCS to reduce herbaceous plant competition around planted hardwoods and longleaf pines.

9. Care must be taken not to damage planted trees with mowing equipment or chemicals.

Herbicides used shall be approved for use in wetlands/aquatic conditions when standing water present.

10. All pesticides must be registered for use in South Carolina and approved for use by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Refer to the current issue of Pest Management Handbook prepared by the Clemson University Extension Service, for guidelines, rules and regulations regarding use of pesticides.

11. Chemicals must be applied by a South Carolina licensed Certified Pesticide Applicator.

Users must always follow instructions and safety precautions on the container label when handling, applying, or storing pesticides.

12. A copy of the applicator’s license shall be provided to the inspector prior to the first chemical application.

13. The Contractor is to call the NRCS Inspector 3 days prior to any planned application of herbicide chemical treatment.

14. Payment shall be made based on the area where the herbaceous weed control is performed and the specified acres of treatment. Measurement of area for payment shall be by handheld GPS unit.

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15. All compensation for herbaceous weed control shall be considered as included in the unit bid price for Bid Item 5, Herbaceous weed control, No. 1.

E. Bid Item 6, Herbaceous weed control, No. 2

1. This item shall consist of reducing competition around planted trees in planting areas

(32.2 acres) during the spring and summer; 4-6 weeks following the 1st herbaceous weed control treatment.

2. The item shall occur during the months of April through June.

3. Mowing and/or herbicides may be required by NRCS to reduce herbaceous plant competition around planted hardwoods and longleaf pines.

4. Care must be taken not to damage planted trees with mowing equipment or chemicals.

Herbicides used shall be approved for use in wetlands/aquatic conditions when standing water present.

5. All pesticides must be registered for use in South Carolina and approved for use by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Refer to the current issue of Pest Management Handbook prepared by the Clemson University Extension Service, for guidelines, rules and regulations regarding use of pesticides.

6. Chemicals must be applied by a South Carolina licensed Certified Pesticide Applicator.

Users must always follow instructions and safety precautions on the container label when handling, applying, or storing pesticides.

7. A copy of the applicator’s license shall be provided to the inspector prior to the first chemical application.

8. The Contractor is to call the NRCS Inspector 3 days prior to any planned application of herbicide chemical treatment.

9. Payment shall be made based on the area where the herbaceous weed control is performed and the specified acres of treatment. Measurement of area for payment shall be by handheld GPS unit.

10. All compensation for herbaceous weed control shall be considered as included in the unit bid price for Bid Item 6, Herbaceous weed control, No.2.

- END OF CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION 401 -

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TBM Descriptions

The areas to be planted will be marked in the field prior to the start of planting and the contractor is welcome to set their own benchmark on both sites, such as they will not damage the growth of any tree to be left.

List of Maps

Description Drawing Number Site Location Map 1 Property Location Map 2 Longleaf Pines and Hardwood Tree Planting Locations Map

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Site Location Map

0 1 20.5 Miles

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