Specifications.pdf

Facility Maintenance (Chattooga Picnic Area) Hemlock Removal & Site Clean Up October 2009

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USDA FOREST SERVICE

CHATTOOGA PICNIC AREA

HEMLOCK REMOVAL

SITE CLEAN UP

OCTOBER 2009

US Forest Service

4931 Broad River Road Columbia, SC 29212

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LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 - SUMMARY OR WORK

01050 - FIELD ENGINEERING

01051 - CONSTRUCTION STAKING

01300 - SUBMITTALS

01500 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES

01570 - TRAFFIC REGULATION

01635 - PROTECTION OF ADJACENT AREAS

01640 - EXISTING UTILITIES AND STRUCTURES

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK

02050 - DEMOLITION

02110 – CLEARING & TREE CUTTING

02485 - SEEDING

02490 - LANDSCAPE WORK

02725 - SIGNS

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY

04220 – CONCRETE/STONE MASONRY

DIVISION 5 - METALS

05500 - METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTIC

06150 - CARPENTRY

DIVISION 8 - DOORS AND WINDOWS

08100 - METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

08710 - FINISH HARDWARE

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

09900 - PAINTING

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 - SUMMARY OR WORK

PART 1. GENERAL

A. Work covered by Contract Documents

In accordance with the contract provisions, the Contractor is to provide labor, materials and related equipment in accordance with the drawings, specifications, and other provisions of the contract. The work shall include but not be limited to the following: cutting and falling of large diameter trees, vegetation removal, demolition, carpentry, and erosion control.

01050 - FIELD ENGINEERING

A. The locations of all proposed new work relative to existing features are indicated in the Description of Work.

01051 - CONSTRUCTION STAKING

A. Construction staking shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Staking for any part of the work shall be approved by the COR prior to commencing construction on that part. Construction staking shall not be a separate pay item, but shall be considered part of each individual item of work.

01300 - SUBMITTALS

A. The Contractor shall be required to furnish submittals on items he intends to use other than the brand names listed in the specifications. Design modifications to accommodate these items will be the responsibility of the Contractor and no additional compensation shall be allowed for those modifications. Submittals shall be made within fifteen (15) days prior to commencing any work that relates to a respective submittal.

B. Construction Schedule - A proposed schedule of work for the project construction shall be submitted to the COR for approval before starting construction.

C. Estimated Cost Breakdown - Contractor shall submit to the COR a detailed listing of his estimated costs for constructing the project including labor and materials. The listing shall be submitted prior to beginning construction.

01500 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. No electricity or water is available. Sanitary facilities are available in the immediate vicinity of the job site. The Contractor shall provide his own power generators and water supply.

01570 - TRAFFIC REGULATION

A. Construction site shall be closed to public traffic during construction operations. Install and

pg. 5 maintain all barricades and closure signs needed to control access to construction site. Public roads shall be kept open to local traffic. Contractor shall provide for and maintain free traffic flow to and from adjacent private properties.

01635 - PROTECTION OF ADJACENT AREAS

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting from damage all adjacent areas and existing improvements around or near the project site. All damage to areas caused by construction activities or equipment shall be immediately reported to the COR. The Contractor shall be responsible for repairing all damaged areas as directed by the COR.

01640 - EXISTING UTILITIES AND STRUCTURES

A. The approximate location of certain known underground lines and structures are shown on the plans for information only. Other underground utilities or structures are not shown. The Contractor shall locate these and other possible unknown utility lines and shall excavate and expose all existing underground lines in advance of the trenching operation. The Contractor will be held responsible for the repair of any damage done to any utilities in the prosecution of his work under this contract.

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK

02050 - DEMOLITION

A. This item covers the removal of the following:

- Existing stone drinking fountains

- Existing SST door and frame

- Entrance Sign

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

A. None

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

A. All material designated to be removed shall be removed from the project site and disposed of in accordance with all state regulations.

B. All holes shall be backfilled and compacted to the density of adjacent ground.

02110 – CLEARING & TREE CUTTING

PART 1 – GENERAL

A. This section covers the cutting, limbing and bucking of large diameter trees within the areas of construction. All trees shall be bucked or left whole, in place. Limbs and debris shall be left in place.

Stumps shall be left in place. Trails and other facilities shall be free from obstructions. Felled trees shall be left in a stable condition.

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A. Cut all trees flagged within the areas of construction and as directed by the COR.

B. Large stumps shall be left in place.

C. Backfill stump holes (above rock wall adjacent to parking lot) and other grubbing holes with backfill material to the level of the surrounding ground. Compact backfill with heavy equipment until there is no visual displacement.

D. Contractor shall take every reasonable precaution throughout construction to prevent the erosion of soil and the sedimentation into creeks, ponds, reservoirs, other water impoundments, ground surfaces, or other property as required by State and Local regulation.

02485 - SEEDING

A. The work includes furnishing all labor, materials and equipment, and performing all operations in connection with the seeding and mulching of all disturbed areas.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

A. The Contractor shall, at the time of delivery, furnish the COR with invoices of all materials received, so that the application rate of materials may be determined. All materials used shall conform to the requirements specified herein.

B. Seed

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1. All seeds shall conform to all requirements and regulations of the State and as shown on the seeding schedule, on the drawings. The several varieties of seed shall be individually packaged or bagged and tagged to show name of seed, net weight, origin, and lot number. Mixtures of different types of seed shall be weighed and mixed in the proper proportions.

C. FERTILIZER

1. Fertilizer shall be a commercial brand conforming to the State Fertilizer law and as shown on drawings.

D. MULCH

1. Mulch shall consist of straw that is free from noxious weeds, mold, or other objectionable material and as shown on drawings.

A. All areas to be seeded shall be brought to the proper line, grade, or cross-section as indicated on the plans. Any damage by erosion or other causes that may have occurred after completion of grading operations shall be repaired before commencing with the seeding operations.

B. Fertilizer shall be spread uniformly at the specified rate over areas to be seeded and thoroughly mixed with the soil to a depth of approximately 3 inches. Mechanical spreaders shall be used for applying the fertilizer.

C. Within 24 hours after fertilizing, seed shall be sown at the rate specified. Seed shall be uniformly sown by use of mechanical seed drills. Seeds shall be covered and lightly compacted by means of a cultipacker or light roller if the drill does not accomplish this operation. Within 24 hours of seeding the areas, mulch shall be applied at a rate of two (2) tons per acre.

D. At the Contractor's option, hydroseeding with mulch may be used in lieu of C above.

02490 - LANDSCAPE WORK

A. This work shall consist of furnishing and planting of plant material and miscellaneous landscape work as shown on the drawings.

PART 2 - MATERIALS

A. Plants - Plants shall be vigorous, healthy, and normal habit of growth, free of mechanical injury or injury from sun, wind, or cold, disease, insects, insect eggs, and larvae. Plants shall be nursery grown stock of the sizes and types listed on the drawings and in these specifications.

1. All plants will be subject to inspection before and after planting by the Forest Service. Any plants not meeting these specifications and/or found to be in an unhealthy or improperly maintained condition or that have been improperly planted or damaged will be replaced at the Contractor's expense.

2. Any plant substitution either in type, size, or container, must have prior approval and be listed by botanical name, size, and root container.

3. All plants are to have growers' labels and are to be left on the plant after planting.

B. Fertilizer - The fertilizer shall be tightly compressed, long lasting, slow-release fertilizer tablets weighing 21 grams, with an analysis of 20-10-5 as manufactured by Agriform (or equal). Place 2 tablets at each

pg. 8 plant as shown on the drawings unless otherwise indicated. Fertilizer shall be in containers with the name and guaranteed analysis of contents clearly marked. Fertilizer, which has become wet or otherwise, damaged in transit or storage will not be accepted.

C. Bark Mulch - Bark mulch, when called for on the plans, shall be shredded fibrous mulch (bark mulch).

Ninety percent of the bark components shall be 1/2-inch by 3-inches and smaller. The bark mulch shall be free of bark chips larger than 1-inch by 5-inches. Sap wood chips shall not comprise more than 1/3 of the bark mulch.

A. Care and Storage of Plants - All plants require proper and careful loading, transporting, unloading, storage and handling until they are planted to insure their healthy growth. Pick up the plants from the supplier as close to the time of planting as possible. All plants are to be planted in the season that they are picked up or delivered.

B. Preparation of Planting Area - Till soil to a minimum depth of 8 inches before planting trees, shrubs, or groundcovers, on all contiguous planting areas that are outlined and specifically shown on the plans.

Remove and dispose of all undesirable materials (rocks, clumps of sod, wood chunks, etc.) off the site.

Spread 2 inches of peat moss over these areas and till into the planting area to achieve a uniform distribution. Each area shall be approved for planting by the Contracting Officer.

C. Planting - Stake the location for each plant, as shown on the drawings, prior to planting and approval by the Contracting Officer. Notify the Contracting Officer not less than 48-hours prior to beginning planting operations. Plant as detailed on the drawings and in these specifications. Follow the planting, backfilling and fertilizer procedures as outlined and shown in the drawings. Cover the top of the backfilled planting hole and adjacent planting area (or just the planting circle in the case of individual plants) with 2-inches (settled measurement) of the specified bark mulch when shown or called for in the drawings.

D. Maintenance of Planting Areas - Maintain the planting areas and plants in a satisfactory condition, including watering, until final acceptance of the contract. Plant all plants a minimum of 30 days prior to final acceptance of the contract. The Contracting Officer shall accept only trees, shrubs, and groundcover which are alive, green, healthy and in good condition at the time of final acceptance of the contract. Replant plants not accepted at the locations shown on the drawings. Water and protect replanted stock for an additional 30 days before being considered for final acceptance.

E. Cleanup - Remove all debris caused by his operation prior to acceptance. Dispose of all materials off the site or as directed by the Contracting Officer.

02725 - SIGNS

A. This item shall consist of furnishing and installing signs complete according to the drawings. The exact locations of sign installations shall be as specified in the contract and as exactly staked by the Engineer in the field. The contractor shall provide all signs, posts (if needed) and hardware.

Wood Sign Posts - 4" x 4" posts shall be S4S southern yellow pine and 8’ long. All lumber shall be pressure treated with 0.4 pounds per cubic foot of ACQ for ground contact.

Vandal-Proof Bolts and Hardware - All bolts and hardware shall be galvanized or cadmium plated steel.

Bolts shall be 5/16" carriage bolts. Nuts installed with wood posts shall be NTPAFN fluted nuts. Nuts

pg. 9 installed with tubular steel posts shall be vandal-proof tufnuts. An installation tool for installing special nuts shall be provided to the Government. Vandal-proof hardware shall be as supplied by Walker Safety and Sign Co., Idaho Falls, Idaho, phone (208) 529-2733, or an approved equal.

A. Signs shall be as manufactured by Wood Product Signs, Inc. (970)641-1675, or equal. COR shall approve all proofs of signs, prior to final order.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

Post Setting – The Contractor may use wood posts or metal posts at his option. Post holes for wood posts shall be a minimum of 12” in diameter and 2’ deep. Backfill shall be hand tamped around the wood posts so as to make the post solid and plumb. Any loose posts shall be removed and re-installed.

Sign Mounting - Signs shall be mounted as shown on the drawings. Bolt holes shall be neatly drilled in the signs so as to prevent splintering and drilling through letters or delaminate sheathing. Sign face sheathing or coverings shall not be broken

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY

04220 – CONCRETE/STONE MASONRY

A. Work in this section covers concrete block or stone masonry units and related items for the Masonry Grill.

B. References

1. Standards of the Concrete Masonry Association, latest edition

2. Concrete Masonry Handbook, Portland Cement Association

3. Current Stone Masonry Industry Standards

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

A. Mortar shall comply with ASTM C-270, Type M 1, tinted to match blocks.

B. Reinforcing steel shall comply with ASTM Designation A615, intermediate grade 40, unless otherwise shown.

C. Anchor bolts shall be of the size and type as shown on the plans.

D. Concrete and Stone Masonry Units:

1. Shall conform to current industry standards for decorative masonry units. Units shall have a uniform color range and blend with existing facilities.

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2. Stone shall match existing stone in size, color and type.

A. All masonry shall be true and plumb and built to dimensions, bond, and pattern and fit within the character of the existing structures and grills on site.

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DIVISION 5 - METALS

05500 - METAL FABRICATIONS

A. Work included in this item includes all miscellaneous metal and other related items.

A. Steel shapes, clips, and angles shall be ASTM A-36 steel. All steel shall be hot dipped galvanized.

B. Framing anchors shall be of the size and type as shown on the drawings and be as manufactured by Simpson "Strong-Tie" or equal. All finishes shall be Hot Dipped Galvanized or "Z-Max" as provided by Simpson or equal.

C. Bolts and other fasteners shall be galvanized steel. Fasteners shall be of the size as shown on drawings. Washers shall be furnished where required.

A. All steel shapes, angles, and anchor bolts shall be installed as shown on the drawings and in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTIC

06150 - CARPENTRY

A. This section includes all lumber, timber, and fasteners required for the repair of the trail bridge.

B. Grading and Standards

1. Southern Pine shall conform to the latest grading rules of the Southern Pine Association. All lumber shall be grade-certified by the Association.

2. Kiln dried lumber shall not exceed 15% moisture content as determined by ASTM Test Method D-2016; all other lumber shall not exceed 20%.

A. All timber shall be Southern Yellow Pine S4S, grade no. 2 or better.

B. All Southern Yellow pine shall be treated with ACQ as follows:

0.4 PCF ACQ for ground contact

0.25 PCF ACQ for above ground contact.

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1. Field treat all cuts, abrasions, bolt holes, and recesses that occur after treatment in accordance with the requirements specified in AWPA standard M4, Standard for the Care of Pressure-Treated Wood Products. Plug all unused holes with preservative-treated plugs. Perform all field-applied preservation treatment with necessary precautions so as to prevent any soil and/or water contamination.

C. All structural framing lumber, timber and columns shall be No. 2 grade. Exterior wood trim shall be grade B or better.

D. All nails, screws, bolts, nuts, lag screws, and washers shall be hot dipped galvanized in accordance with ASTM A-153 unless otherwise noted.

A. Set carpentry to required levels and lines with members plumb and true to line and cut and fitted.

B. Do not splice structural members between supports unless otherwise indicated.

C. Hammer or tool marks or marred surfaces and edges will not be acceptable on any exposed surfaces and, as evidence of inferior workmanship, shall be cause for the rejection of such work.

DIVISION 8 - DOORS AND WINDOWS

08100 - METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

A. This section covers the metal doors and frames.

A. Door (galvanized)

1. Door shall be Regent or Omega door by Ceco Corporation or equal, 3’ x 6’-8”.

2. Door shall be 1-3/4" thick, of hollow metal construction and fabricated of two 20-gauge galvanized steel sheets. Face sheets are supported by full honeycomb core.

Door edges shall be mechanically interlocked. Doors shall have flush seamless face sheets. The top and bottom of the doors shall be closed flush by 16-gauge steel, drilled and tapped by the manufacturer. All doors shall be mortised for 4-1/2" high template hinges in accordance with ANSI A 156.7-1972 (CS9-65), and for Gov. Series 160/161 lockset. Provide closer reinforcement with a 12 gage steel channel.

3. Provide the same hand (swing) of the door as existing.

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B. Metal Door frames shall be Series SQ or SU frames by Ceco Corporation.

1. Frames shall be knocked-down field-assembled type. Head and jamb members of knocked-down frames shall have diecut mitered corners that interlock rigidly when field assembled. Welded frames with mitered corners may be used at the contractor’s option.

2. Frames shall have 5/8" high integral stops and shall be manufactured to suit customers' requirements.

3. Frames shall be provided with appropriate jamb anchors.

4. Door and frame to be prime finished with rust inhibitive primer.

A. Doors and frames shall be erected plumb and in true alignment. Frames shall be rigid and securely anchored in place. Doors shall be installed in a manner to achieve the intended functional operation and appearance. Provide any necessary framing needed to accommodate new door frames and doors.

B. Doors and frames shall be painted as specified in Division 9, Finishes.

08710 - FINISH HARDWARE

A. This section covers all finish door hardware and related items.

B. Should specific items of hardware not specified be required for completion of the work, the contractor shall furnish such items of the type and quality for approval by engineer.

C. Door Locks and Cylinders

1. Reinstall existing door locks and cylinder cores.

D. Shop Drawings

1. Prior to ordering materials, submit for COR approval, five copies of the complete schedule of all finish hardware. The schedule shall indicate type, manufacturer’s number, location, and finish of each item. The schedule will be rejected and returned if it does not contain a list detailing each item such as butt hinges and locksets with the manufacturer’s name and finish symbol beside it.

A. Pull Plate - 3.5”X15” Solid Brass model Ace 01-3072-210 as supplied by Ace Hardware

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B. Hinges FBB-199 4-1/2” X 4-1/2” O-180G solid Bronze 1-1/2 pair, by Stanley Hardware or equal.

A. Secure approval of locations, keying, marking and methods of installation before proceeding with work.

B. Install finish hardware according to manufacturers’ instruction.

C. Remove and replace hardware as necessary to prevent damage, soiling, and staining during painting operations.

D. Protect hardware finish by covering, masking or other methods.

E. Adjust hardware to proper operational condition prior to completion of project.

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

09900 - PAINTING

A. This section includes all paint and related items.

B. Quality Assurance

1. All paints, enamels, varnishes, and stains shall be furnished in original unopened containers bearing a label to include the manufacturer's name, type of paint or stain, manufacturer's stock number, color, and instructions for application.

C. Delivery, Storage, and Handling

1. All materials required for painting, varnishing, and staining shall be delivered to the job site in original containers with labels intact and seals unbroken.

2. Store in a suitable location and comply with health and safety regulations.

3. All oily rags, waste, etc., and all flammable cleaning compounds shall be removed from the building every night to avoid fires.

4. Upon completion of work, all surplus material and debris from the paint work shall be removed from the job site.

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D. Environmental Requirements

1. Comply with the manufacturer's recommendations as to environmental conditions under which coating and coating systems can be applied.

2. Do not apply paint in areas where dust is being generated.

E. Protection

1. Cover or otherwise protect finished work of other trades and surfaces not being painted.

2. Copper, bronze, chromium plate, nickel, stainless steel, aluminum, and monel metal shall not be painted or finished unless otherwise specified.

A. All paint shall be as manufactured by the Sherwin-Williams Company or equal.

1. Metal Door and Frame, Trim (inside and out):

Primer: Touch up as needed Finish: 2 Coats A-100 Gloss Latex House & Trim Paint Color: Dark brown matching existing color (Approved by COR)

A. Preparation of Surfaces

1. Prepare surfaces as necessary, to receive painting as specified.

2. Fill and sand as necessary to provide a suitable surface for painting.

3. Clean surfaces to be painted. Spaces in which painting will be done shall be broom-cleaned and dust-free.

4. Remove soil, prints, stains, and adhered materials prior to beginning of work

B. Application

1. No exterior painting shall be done in rainy, damp, or frosty weather or until the surface is thoroughly dry.

2. No interior painting or finishing shall be permitted until the building is thoroughly dried out by natural or artificial heat. Do not apply initial coating until the moisture content of the surface is within limitations recommended by the manufacturer.

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3. No paint shall be applied when the temperature is below 40 degrees F or when the temperature is likely to be reached within 48 hours.

4. All paint shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations unless otherwise directed.

5. All coats shall be thoroughly dried before applying succeeding coats with sanding between coats where necessary. Comply with manufacturer's recommendation for drying time between succeeding coats.

6. Finish coats shall be smooth; free of brush marks, streaks, laps, or pile of paints; and skipped or missed areas. Finished metal surfaces shall be free of skips, voids, or pinholes in any coat.

7. Leave all parts of moldings clean and true to details with no undue amount of paint in corners and depressions.

8. Apply paint with suitable brushes, rollers, or spraying equipment. The rate of applications shall not exceed that as recommended by the paint manufacturers for the surface involved.

9. Keep brushes, rollers, and spraying equipment clean, dry, free from contaminates, and suitable for the finish required.

10. Make edges of paint adjoining other materials or colors clean and sharp with no overlapping.

11. Refinish whole wall where portion of finish has been damaged or is not acceptable.

C. Cleaning

1. Touch up and restore finish where damaged.

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2. Remove spilled, splashed, or splattered paint from all surfaces.

3. Do not mar surface finish of item being cleaned.