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Solicitation No. AG-4419-S-10-0654 Proj: CLEAR LAKE EDU CENTER

HIAWATHA NF

SOLICITATION NO.: RFP AG-4419-S-10-0654

OFFERS ARE SOLICITED FOR: RECOVERY – CLEAR LAKE EDUCATIONAL CENTER,

ACCESSIBILITY AND EROSION CONTROL PROJECT

This project falls under the NAICS Code 237310 AND 238350 for the Small Business Competitive Demonstration as is being advertised as Full and Open Competition.

IMPORTANT – NOTICE TO OFFEROR:

AT A MINIMUM, OFFEROR SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS BACK WITH

THEIR RESPONSE TO

THIS SOLICITATION:

1. SF-1442 Solicitation, Offer, and Award (Complete, date, and sign)

2. Section B – Schedule of Items . (Complete Unit Price and Amount)

3. Section K – Representations and Certifications . (Complete the Representations and Certifications electronically via the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) website at http://orca.bpn.gov), YOU MUST BE REGISTERED IN ORCA FOR THE

NAICS CODE 237310 AND ALSO BE REGISTERED IN CCR TO BE CONSIDERED FOR

EVALUATIONS.

5. Bid Guarantee- 20% of Total Price

6. Acknowledgement of Amendments (if any)

7. Technical Proposal in accordance with the instruction in Provision L and M.

IT IS REQUIRED THAT YOU WRITE THE SOLICITATION NUMBER ON THE OUTSIDE OF

YOUR ENVELOPE.

Return to: USDA, Forest Service

Attn: Teresa Corse 4 Farm Colony Drive Warren, PA 16365

IT IS REQUIRED THAT ALL CONTRACTOR’S BE REGISTERED IN THE CENTRAL

CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION DATABASE PRIOR TO AWARD UNDER THIS

SOLICITATION. SEE CLAUSE – FAR 52.204-7 CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION

FOR DETAILS ON HOW TO APPLY.

ALL SOLICITATIONS SHALL BE ISSUED THROUGH FEDBIZOPS. NO PAPER

SOLICITATIONS SHALL BE ISSUED.

IT IS THE OFFERORS RESPONSIBILITY TO WATCH FOR ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS

TO THE SOLICITATION, WHICH SHALL BE ISSUED ELECTRONICALLY THROUGH

FEDBIZOPS.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

RECOVERY- HIAWATHA NATIONAL FOREST, AOP WATERSHED

RESTORATION EAST BRANCH TAHQUAMENON RIVER BRIDGE

PART I – CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS

x SECTION A -SF-1442 x SECTION B – Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs (Schedule of Items) x SECTION C - Descriptions/Specifications/Statement of Work x SECTION D- Packaging, Marking and Layout x SECTION E - Inspection and Acceptance x SECTION F - Deliveries and Performance x SECTION G - Contract Administrative Data x SECTION H - Special Contract Requirements

PART II – CONTRACT CLAUSES

x SECTION I - Clauses incorporated by reference x AGAR/FSAR and SPECIAL CONTRACT CLAUSES x ARRA Required Clauses (full text)

PART III – LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

x SECTION J – Exhibits, Attachments, and Appendices

PART IV – REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

x SECTION K – Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Offerors or Respondents x SECTION L – Instructions to Offeror / Notices x SECTION M – Evaluation Factors for Award

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

AG-4419-S-10-654

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED

4/14/2010

PAGE OF PAGES

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

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

384825

6. PROJECT NO.

ARRA-FS-CIM

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

USDA FOREST SERVICE EROC EAST

1720 PEACHTREE ROAD, NW

ATLANTA, GA 30309

USDA FOREST SERVICE, NEAT

ATTN: TERESA CORSE

4 FARM COLONY DRIVE

WARREN, PA 16365

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

TERESA CORSE

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

814-728-6288

SOLICITATION

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

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

RECOVER ACT PROJECT – HIAWATHA NATIONAL FOREST, CLEAR LAKE EDUCATIONAL CENTER, ACCESSIBILITY AND

EROSION CONTROL PROJECT

MAGNITUTE OF PROJECT IS BETWEEN $100,000 - $250,000.

THIS PROJECT IS BEING ADVERTISED AS FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SMALL BUSINESS

COMPETITIVE DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM, FAR PART 19.

11. The Contractor shall begin performance July 5, 2010 complete it within 120 calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory, negotiable. (See .)

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

PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS ARE REQUIRED

YES NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Sealed offers in original and 3 copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 2:00 P.M.eastern time 05/14/2010. No public bid opening will be held, this is a Request for Proposal. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror’s name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B. An offer guarantee is, is not required. 20% of offered pricing

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

D. Offers providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

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

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government within calendar days 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.

AMOUNTS

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

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

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

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

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

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

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return ____ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work, requisitions identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration slated in this contract.

The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications or incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

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

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED

TO SIGN (Type or print)

31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30B. SIGNATURE

30C. DATE

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31C. AWARD DATE

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SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Item No.

Description Method of

Measure

Pay Unit

Estimate of Quantity

Unit Cost Total Amount

01 Porches and Accessible Ramps

Unit EA 10 $ $

02 Accessible Ramp to Dock

Unit LS 1 $ $

03 Concrete Paved Trails

Unit LS 1 $ $

04 Parking Lots and Access Road

Unit LS 1 $ $

Total

Offeror to provide the following information:

DUNS#________________ TIN#____________________

EMAIL Address:______________________

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SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C-1 Scope of Contract

Furnish all materials, labor, supervision and incidentals for the reconstruction and concrete paving of existing trails, replacing 10 cabin entrances with porches and ramps, constructing a new trail and wooden ramp to dock. The construction of parking lots and the reconstruction of a segment of the access road..

C-2 Project Location

The project is located: Camp is located in T45N, R17W, Section 34, SW ¼ or SE ¼, approximately 8 miles south of Shingleton off FDR 2246 which is off of M-94.

Summary of Work

Accessibility and Erosion Control Project

1. Reconstruction of approximately 460 ft. of the access road from the edge of the pine stand to the bus turnaround, (to be constructed concurrently).

2. Construction of a visitor parking lot, for 20 cars and 3 buses, and a 10 car staff parking lot.

3. Reconstruction, Construction, and concrete paving of approximately 2430 ft.

of 4 foot wide trails accessing the cabins, comfort stations, amphitheater, and dock.

4. Construction of a new accessible ramp to the dock.

5. Replacing 10 porches and steps to the cabins with new porches, steps and accessible ramps.

6. Reconstruction and concrete paving of a 10 foot wide segment of the service road extending from the paved sidewalk in front of the Recreation and Mess Hall buildings, (to be constructed concurrently), to the boys comfort station.

7. Reconstruction and concrete paving of the 6 foot wide trail accessing the dock from the seat wall to be constructed, concurrently between the 2 main buildings.

Purpose

1. Provide accessible trails accessing cabins, comfort stations, amphitheater, and dock, and linking to central area reconstructed in a Concurrently performed reconstruction Project.

2. Building accessible porches and ramps to the cabins.

3. Paving trails to stop erosion and sedimentation problems and provide accessible surfaces.

4. Provide parking areas and reconstruction of a portion of the access road.

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HIAWATHA NATIONAL FOREST

CLEAR LAKE EDUCATIONAL CENTER

ACCESSIBILITY AND EROSION CONTROL PROJECT

SPECIFICATION INDEX

SECTION NO. DESCRIPTION PAGES

01100 SUMMARY 1

01400 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 3

01600 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 5

01732 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 7

02230 SITE CLEARING 8

02300 EARTHWORK 10

02920 LAWNS AND GRASSES 12

03300 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE 14

061000 ROUGH CARPENTRY 16

SECTION 01100 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. Project: Clear Lake Camp Rehabilitation, Phase 3, Accessibility and Erosion Control Project

B. Owner: USDA Forest Service, Hiawatha NF

C. The Work shall consist of the following: The reconstruction of approximately 460 ft of access road from the edge of the pine stand to the bus turnaround which is included in the Water System and Septic System and Erosion Control Project, which is running concurrently. The construction of a visitor parking lot, for 20 cars and 3 buses, and a 10 car staff parking lot. The reconstruction and concrete paving of approximately 2430 ft of trails accessing the cabins, comfort stations, and amphitheater. Trails to meet accessibility guidelines are identified on the plans, trail intersections shall be large enough to place a 5 ft. diameter circle within them. The construction of a new accessible trail to the dock shall have a portion paved with concrete and the other portion shall be approximately 100 ft of wooden ramp constructed between the lake and the bank, providing an accessible link between the paved trail and the dock as described in the contract documents. One landing on the wooden ramp shall be constructed as a small viewing platform with a bench as shown on the drawings, other required landings shall be basic 5’X5’ landings also shown on the drawings. Other work shall include replacing the porches and steps to 10 cabins with new porches, steps and accessible ramps running towards the uphill side of cabins. The ramp for the Nurse’s cabin, (infirmary), shall wrap around the north side of the cabin and run uphill. Other work to be performed is the reconstruction and concrete paving of a 10 foot wide segment of the service road extending from the paved sidewalk in the Concurrent Project to the boys comfort station, and the reconstruction and concrete paving of the 6 foot wide trail accessing the dock from the seat wall portion of the Concurrent Project.

1.2 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Contractor's Use of Premises: During construction, Contractor will have full use of site indicated by the drawings and as identified by the CO. Contractor's use of premises is limited only by Owner's right to perform work:

1. Owner will occupy site during construction. Perform construction only during normal working hours (between 7 AM and 6 PM Monday thru Friday, other than holidays), unless otherwise agreed to in advance by the CO. Clean up work areas at the end of each work period.

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2. Starting the 1st week in October Grade school children shall be attending day and overnight camps at the Clear Lake educational facility. The contractor shall schedule the project so that the work around the 2 main buildings, the comfort stations, and the cabins is substantially complete prior to this date to ensure the safety of these children.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 01100

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SECTION 014000 - QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section, FAR 52.246-1 and FAR 52.246-12 include requirements for quality control services to verify quality assurance requirements specified elsewhere in the Contract.

B. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent tests.

C. This section includes requirements for quality control services: soil density compaction, concrete tests, and aggregate gradation tests.

D. The quality control services include tests and related actions, including reports, performed by the Contractor, independent agencies or governing authorities.

1.2 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor Responsibilities: The Contractor shall provide for tests, inspections and other quality control services where specified in the Contract or when required by authorities having jurisdiction. Costs for these services are included in the Contract price. The Contractor shall maintain complete set of inspection records and make them available to the government.

B. The Contractor shall employ and pay for a qualified independent testing agency (Agency) to perform quality control services.

C. Retesting: The Contractor is responsible for retesting, including repeated inspections and other services, where results of the initial tests, inspections or other quality control services indicate noncompliance with the requirements of the Contract.

D. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with others performing required tests, inspections and other quality control services, shall provide access to the work, and shall furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate inspections and tests.

E. Take adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing or assist the agency in taking samples.

1. Deliver samples to testing laboratories.

2. Provide security and protection of samples and test equipment at the

Project site.

F. The Agency shall provide qualified personnel to perform required inspections and tests.

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G. The Agency shall notify the Government and the Contractor of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of their services.

H. The Agency is not authorized to change requirements of the Contract or approve or accept any portion of the Work. The Agency shall not perform any duties of the Contractor.

1.3 QUALIFICATIONS OF INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCIES

A. A qualified independent testing Agency shall be an accredited entity engaged to perform tests or inspections, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those tests or inspections.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Reports: The Contractor shall submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each test, inspection or other quality control service to the Government.

B. Written reports shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

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

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

5. Names of individuals making the test or inspection.

6. Designation of the work and test method.

7. Identifications of product and specification section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting.

C. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For the Government's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not applicable)

END OF SECTION 014000

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SECTION 01600 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 4 - GENERAL

4.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Provide products of same kind from a single source. The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "system," and similar terms.

B. Product Substitutions: Substitutions include products and methods of construction differing from that required by the Contract Documents and proposed by Contractor after award of the Contract.

1. Submit 3 copies of each request for product substitution.

2. Submit requests within 10 days after signing the Contract.

3. Submit requests in time to permit processing of request and subsequent submittals, if any, sufficiently in advance of when materials are required in the Work. Do not submit unapproved substitutions on Shop Drawings or other submittals.

4. Identify product to be replaced and provide complete documentation showing compliance of proposed substitution with applicable requirements. Include a full comparison with the specified product, a list of changes to other Work required to accommodate the substitution, and any proposed changes in the Contract Sum or the Contract Time should the substitution be accepted.

5. CO will review the proposed substitution and notify Contractor of its acceptance or rejection.

C. Approved Equal Submittal:

1. Submit 3 copies of each request for approval of products as approved equal products. Submit requests in time to permit processing of request and subsequent submittals, if any, sufficiently in advance of when materials are required in the Work.

2. Identify product to be replaced and provide complete documentation showing compliance of proposed product with applicable requirements. Include a full comparison with the specified product.

3. CO will review the proposed product and notify Contractor of its acceptance or rejection.

D. Deliver, store, and handle products using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss, including theft. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at Project site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

2. Deliver products to Project site in manufacturer's original sealed container or packaging, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

3. Inspect products on delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

4. Store materials in a manner that will not endanger Project site.

5. Store products that are subject to damage by the elements, under cover in a weathertight enclosure above ground, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation.

PART 5 - PRODUCTS

5.1 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, are undamaged, and are new at the time of installation.

1. Provide products complete with accessories, trim, finish, and other devices and components needed for a complete installation and the intended use and effect.

B. Select products to comply with all of the following that are applicable:

1. Where a single product is named and no other manufacturers are named, provide the named product or comply with provisions for "Approved Equal" to obtain approval for use of a product of another manufacturer.

2. Where a product is described with required characteristics, provide a product that complies with those characteristics.

3. Where compliance with codes, regulations, or standards, is specified, select a product that complies with the codes, regulations, or standards referenced.

C. Unless otherwise indicated, CO will select color, pattern, and texture of each product from manufacturer's full range of options.

PART 6 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 01600

SECTION 01732 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

PART 7 - GENERAL

7.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Unless otherwise indicated, demolished materials become Contractor's property.

Remove from Project site.

B. Items indicated to be removed and salvaged remain Owner's property. Remove, clean, and deliver to Owner's designated storage area.

C. Comply with EPA regulations and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

D. It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work. If materials suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb;

immediately notify CO.

PART 8 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 9 - EXECUTION

9.1 DEMOLITION

A. Conduct demolition operations and remove debris to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and site improvements.

B. Promptly remove demolished materials from Owner's property and legally dispose of them. Do not burn demolished materials.

END OF SECTION 01732

SECTION 02230 - SITE CLEARING

PART 10 - GENERAL

10.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Salvable Improvements: Carefully remove items indicated to be salvaged and store on Owner's premises where indicated.

B. Notify utility locator service for area where Project is located before site clearing.

PART 11 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 12 - EXECUTION

12.1 PREPARATION

A. Protect and maintain benchmarks and survey control points from disturbance.

B. Install erosion and sedimentation control measures before site clearing.

C. Protect site improvements to remain from damage. Restore damaged improvements to condition existing before start of site clearing.

D. Locate and clearly flag trees and vegetation to remain or to be relocated.

E. Protect remaining trees and shrubs from damage and maintain vegetation. Restore damaged vegetation. Do not store materials or equipment or permit excavation within drip line of remaining trees.

F. Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off utilities indicated to be removed.

12.2 SITE CLEARING

A. Strip topsoil. Stockpile topsoil that will be reused in the Work.

B. Remove obstructions, trees, shrubs, grass, and other vegetation to permit installation of new construction. Removal includes digging out stumps and obstructions and grubbing roots.

C. Remove existing above and below-grade improvements as indicated and as necessary to facilitate new construction.

D. Remove slabs, paving, curbs, gutters, and aggregate base as indicated.

E. In areas not to be further excavated, fill depressions resulting from site clearing. Place and compact satisfactory soil materials in 6-inch- (150-mm-) thick layers to density of surrounding original ground.

F. Dispose of waste materials, including trash, debris, and excess topsoil, off Owner's property, unless material is identified for salvage. Burning waste materials on-site is not permitted.

END OF SECTION 02230

SECTION 02300 - EARTHWORK

PART 13 - GENERAL

13.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Unauthorized excavation consists of removing materials beyond indicated subgrade elevations or dimensions without direction by CO. Unauthorized excavation and remedial work shall be at Contractor's expense.

B. Do not interrupt existing utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner.

PART 14 - PRODUCTS

14.1 MATERIALS

A. Satisfactory Soil: ASTM D 2487 Soil Classification Groups GW, GP, GM, SW, SP, and SM; free of rock or gravel larger than 2 inches (50 mm) in any dimension, debris, waste, frozen materials, vegetation, or other deleterious matter.

B. Unsatisfactory Soil: ASTM D 2487 Soil Classification Groups GC, SC, ML, MH, CL, CH, OL, OH, and PT.

C. Backfill and Fill: Satisfactory soil materials.

D. Subbase: Naturally or artificially graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand, ASTM D 2940, with at least 95 percent passing a 1-1/2-inch (38-mm) sieve and not more than 8 percent passing a No. 200 (0.075-mm) sieve.

E. Drainage Fill: Drain rock along trails shall be 3" maximum River Rock

F. Surface Aggregate: for Parking Lots and Access Road Shall meet the Specifications for Michigan DOT 23A surface Aggregate.

PART 15 - EXECUTION

15.1 EARTHWORK

A. Protect subgrades and foundation soils from softening and damage by water, freezing temperatures, or frost.

B. Explosives: Do not use explosives.

C. Excavate to subgrade elevations regardless of character of materials and obstructions encountered.

D. Excavate for structures, pavements, and walkways. Trim subgrades to required lines and grades.

E. Plow strip or break up sloped surfaces steeper than 1 vertical to 4 horizontal to receive fill.

F. When subgrade or existing ground surface to receive fill has a density less than that required for fill, break up ground surface, pulverize, moisture-condition or aerate soil, and recompact.

G. Place backfill and fill in layers not more than 8 inches (200 mm) in loose depth at optimum moisture content. Compact each layer under structures, building slabs, pavements, and walkways to 95 percent of maximum dry unit weight according to ASTM D 698; elsewhere to 90 percent.

H. Grade areas to a smooth surface to cross sections, lines, and elevations indicated.

Grade lawns, walkways, and unpaved subgrades to tolerances of plus or minus 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) and pavements and areas within building lines to plus or minus 1/2 inch (13 mm).

I. Under pavements and walkways, place subbase course material on prepared subgrades and compact at optimum moisture content to required grades, lines, cross sections, and thicknesses.

J. Under slabs-on-grade, place drainage fill on prepared subgrade and compact to required cross section and thickness.

K. Allow testing agency to inspect and test each subgrade and each fill or backfill layer and verify compliance with requirements.

L. Remove surplus satisfactory soil and waste material, including unsatisfactory soil, trash, and debris, and legally dispose of it off Owner's property, or in areas identified by the CO.

END OF SECTION 2300

SOL NO: AG-4419-S-10-0654

UNIT: EROC EAST, HIAWATHA NF

PROJ NAME: RECOVERY-CLEAR LAKE EDUCATION CENTER ACCESSIBILITY AND EROSION

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SECTION 02920 - LAWNS AND GRASSES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Product certificates and planting schedule.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GRASSES

A. Seed Species: State-certified seed of grass species, as follows:

1. Seed Mixture: Annual Rye.

Note: The Contractor shall provide native seed to mix with the annual rye and shall present to the CO their seed mix for aproval.

2.2 SOILS AND AMENDMENTS

A. Topsoil: ASTM D 5268, free of stones 1 inch (25 mm) or larger.

B. Lime: ASTM C 602, Class T, agricultural limestone.

C. Slow-Release Fertilizer: Granular fertilizer consisting of 50 percent water-insoluble nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium; 20 percent nitrogen; 10 percent phosphorous; and 10 percent potassium; by weight.

D. Erosion Control Blankets: Temporary Degradable Straw Erosion Blankets meeting requirements of Maximum Permissible Velocity of 8 ft/sec and Max Shear of 1.5 lbs/sf.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

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A. Loosen subgrade, remove stones, sticks, existing grass, vegetation, and other extraneous materials.

1. At newly graded subgrades, spread planting soil mixture to a depth of 4 inches (100 mm) to 6 inches (150 mm) but not less than required to meet finish grades.

3.2 PLANTING

A. Seeding Lawns: Evenly distribute seed by sowing with a spreader or a seeding machine. Rake seed lightly into top 1/8 inch (3 mm) of topsoil, roll lightly, and water with fine spray. Protect seeded areas by covering with degradable straw erosion blankets.

1. Seeding Rate: 3 to 4 lb/1000 sq. ft. (1.4 to 1.8 kg/92.9 sq. m).

B. Disposal: Remove waste material and legally dispose of off Owner's property.

Surplus top soil shall be salvaged and placed at location identified by the COR.

END OF SECTION 02920

PROJ NAME: RECOVERY-CLEAR LAKE EDUCATION CENTER ACCESSIBILITY AND EROSION

SECTION 03300 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 4 - GENERAL

4.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Product Data concrete mix designs and laboratory test reports.

Color chart for selection color of concrete paving.

B. Comply with ASTM C 94; ACI 301, "Specification for Structural Concrete";

ACI 117, "Specifications for Tolerances for Concrete Construction and Materials"; and CRSI's "Manual of Standard Practice" and as here in modified.

C. Engage a qualified independent testing agency to design concrete mixes.

PART 5 - PRODUCTS

5.1 MATERIALS

A. Deformed Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60 (Grade 420).

B. Plain Steel Wire: ASTM A 82, as drawn.

C. Portland Cement: ASTM C 150, Type I or II.

D. Fly Ash: ASTM C 618, Type C or F.

E. Aggregates: ASTM C 33, uniformly graded.

F. Vapor Retarder: Clear 10-mil- (0.25-mm-) thick polyethylene sheet.

G. Joint-Filler Strips: ASTM D 1751, cellulosic fiber, or ASTM D 1752, cork.

H. Repair Topping: Factory-packaged, portland or blended hydraulic cement-based, polymer-modified, self-leveling traffic-bearing topping with minimum 28-day compressive strength of 5700 psi (39 MPa).

I. Concrete color admixture: ASTM C 979

5.2 MIXES

A. Proportion normal-weight concrete mixes to provide the following properties:

PROJ NAME: RECOVERY-CLEAR LAKE EDUCATION CENTER ACCESSIBILITY AND EROSION

1. Compressive Strength shall not be less than 4000 psi (27.6 MPa) at 28 days for any sample.

2. Slump Limit: 4 inches (100 mm) at point of placement.

3. Air Content: 5.5 to 7.0 percent for concrete exposed to freezing and thawing, 2 to 4 percent elsewhere.

PART 6 - EXECUTION

6.1 CONCRETING

A. Construct formwork and maintain tolerances and surface irregularities within ACI 117 limits of Class A for concrete exposed to view and Class C for other concrete surfaces.

B. Place vapor retarder on prepared subgrade, with joints lapped 6 inches (150 mm).

C. Accurately position, support, and secure reinforcement.

D. Install construction, isolation, and contraction joints where indicated. Install full-depth joint-filler strips at isolation joints. Control joints shall be installed within 12 hours of placement.

E. Place concrete in a continuous operation and consolidate using mechanical vibrating equipment.

F. Protect concrete from physical damage, premature drying, and reduced strength due to hot or cold weather during mixing, placing, and curing.

G. Formed Surface Finish: Smooth-formed finish for concrete exposed to view, coated, or covered by waterproofing or other direct-applied material; rough-formed finish elsewhere.

H. Slab Finishes: Nonslip-broom finish to exterior concrete platforms, steps, and ramps.

I. Begin curing concrete slabs after finishing. Keep concrete continuously moist for at least seven days Contractor shall perform field tests and to submit test reports.

J. Protect concrete from damage. Repair surface defects in formed concrete and slabs.

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Copyright 2005 by The American Institute of Architects (AIA)

SECTION 061000 - ROUGH CARPENTRY

GENERAL

6.2 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Model code evaluation reports for wood-preservative treated wood and metal framing anchors.

PART 7 - PRODUCTS

7.1 WOOD PRODUCTS, GENERAL

A. Lumber: Provide dressed lumber, S4S, marked with grade stamp of inspection agency.

B. Engineered Wood Products: Acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and for which current model code research or evaluation reports exist that show compliance with building code in effect for Project.

7.2 TREATED MATERIALS

A. Preservative-Treated Materials: AWPA C2

1. Use treatment containing no arsenic or chromium.

2. Kiln-dry lumber after treatment to a maximum moisture content of 19 percent.

3. Mark lumber with treatment quality mark of an inspection agency approved by the ALSC Board of Review.

B. Provide preservative-treated materials for all rough carpentry, unless otherwise indicated.

7.3 LUMBER

A. Dimension Lumber:

1. Maximum Moisture Content: 19 percent.

2. Framing Other Than Non-Load-Bearing Partitions: No. 2: Hem-fir

(north): NLGA; Southern pine: SPIB

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3. Exposed Framing: Provide material hand-selected for uniformity of appearance and freedom from characteristics, on exposed surfaces and edges, that would impair finish appearance, including decay, honeycomb, knot-holes, shake, splits, torn grain, and wane.

a. Species: As specified for framing other than non-load bearing partitions.

b. Grade: No. 2.

7.4 MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS

A. Fasteners: Size and type indicated. Where rough carpentry is exposed to weather, in ground contact, or in area of high relative humidity, provide fasteners with hot-dip zinc coating complying with ASTM A 153.

1. Bolts: Steel bolts complying with ASTM A 307, Grade A; with

ASTM A 563 hex nuts and, where indicated, flat washers.

PART 8 - EXECUTION

8.1 INSTALLATION

A. Set rough carpentry to required levels and lines, with members plumb, true to line, cut, and fitted. Securely attach rough carpentry to substrates, complying with the following:

1. CABO NER-272 for power-driven fasteners.

2. Published requirements of metal framing anchor manufacturer.

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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.

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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)

E-2 FINAL CLEANUP

Before final acceptance, all areas occupied by the Contractor in connection with the work shall be cleaned of all Contractor's rubbish, excess materials, temporary structures, and equipment, and all parts of the work area shall be left in a neat and presentable condition.

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SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F-1 FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) 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 on or around July 5, 2010, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than within 120 calendar days from July 5, 2010. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

F-3 AGAR 452.236-75 Maximum Workweek – Construction Schedule (NOV

1996)

Within 10 calendar days after receipt of a written request from the Contracting Officer, the Contractor must submit the following information in writing for approval:

(a) A schedule as required by FAR clause 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts, and

(b) The hours (including the daily starting and stopping times) and days of the week the Contractor proposed to carry out the work.

The maximum workweek that will be approved is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G-1 452.215-73 Postaward Conference. (NOV 1996)

A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled within 14 days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at a mutually agreed time and place.

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G-2 PUBLIC OFFICIALS NOT PERSONALLY LIABLE

There shall be no personal liability upon the Contracting Officer or officer in charge, their agents or employees, for any act performed in the discharge of any duty imposed or the exercise of any power or authority conferred upon them, by, or within the scope of the contract, it being understood that in all such matters they act solely as agents and representatives of the Government.

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SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H –1 52.204-11 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act--Reporting

Requirements. (MAR 2009)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause--

"Contract," as defined in FAR 2.101, means a mutually binding legal relationship obligating the seller to furnish the supplies or services (including construction) and the buyer to pay for them. It includes all types of commitments that obligate the Government to an expenditure of appropriated funds and that, except as otherwise authorized, are in writing. In addition to bilateral instruments, contracts include (but are not limited to) awards and notices of awards; job orders or task letters issued under basic ordering agreements; letter contracts; orders, such as purchase orders, under which the contract becomes effective by written acceptance or performance; and bilateral contract modifications. Contracts do not include grants and cooperative agreements covered by 31 U.S.C. 6301, et seq. For discussion of various types of contracts, see FAR Part 16.

"First-tier subcontract" means a subcontract awarded directly by a Federal Government prime contractor whose contract is funded by the Recovery Act.

"Jobs created" means an estimate of those new positions created and filled, or previously existing unfilled positions that are filled, as a result of funding by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act). This definition covers only prime contractor positions established in the United States and outlying areas (see definition in FAR 2.101). The number shall be expressed as "full-time equivalent" (FTE), calculated cumulatively as all hours worked divided by the total number of hours in a full-time schedule, as defined by the contractor. For instance, two full-time employees and one part-time employee working half days would be reported as 2.5 FTE in each calendar quarter.

"Jobs retained" means an estimate of those previously existing filled positions that are retained as a result of funding by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act). This definition covers only prime contractor positions established in the United States and outlying areas (see definition in FAR 2.101). The number shall be expressed as "full-time equivalent" (FTE), calculated cumulatively as all hours worked divided by the total number of hours in a full-time schedule, as defined by the contractor. For instance, two full-time employees and one part-time employee working half days would be reported as

2.5 FTE in each calendar quarter.

"Total compensation" means the cash and noncash dollar value earned by the

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executive during the contractor's past fiscal year of the following (for more information see 17 CFR 229.402(c)(2)):

(1) Salary and bonus.

(2) Awards of stock, stock options, and stock appreciation rights. Use the dollar amount recognized for financial statement reporting purposes with respect to the fiscal year in accordance with the Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123 (Revised 2004) (FAS 123R), Shared Based Payments.

(3) Earnings for services under non-equity incentive plans. Does not include group life, health, hospitalization or medical reimbursement plans that do not discriminate in favor of executives, and are available generally to all salaried employees.

(4) Change in pension value. This is the change in present value of defined benefit and actuarial pension plans.

(5) Above-market earnings on deferred compensation which is not tax-qualified.

(6). Other compensation. For example, severance, termination payments, value of life insurance paid on behalf of the employee, perquisites or property if the value for the executive exceeds $10,000.

(b) This contract requires the contractor to provide products and/or services that are funded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act). Section 1512(c) of the Recovery Act requires each contractor to report on its use of Recovery Act funds under this contract. These reports will be made available to the public.

(c) Reports from contractors for all work funded, in whole or in part, by the Recovery Act, and for which an invoice is submitted prior to June 30, 2009, are due no later than July 10, 2009. Thereafter, reports shall be submitted no later than the 10th day after the end of each calendar quarter.

(d) The Contractor shall report the following information, using the online reporting tool available at http://www.FederalReporting.gov.

(1) The Government contract and order number, as applicable.

(2) The amount of Recovery Act funds invoiced by the contractor for the reporting period. A cumulative amount from all the reports submitted for

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this action will be maintained by the government's on-line reporting tool.

(3) A list of all significant services performed or supplies delivered, including construction, for which the contractor invoiced in this calendar quarter.

(4) Program or project title, if any.

(5) A description of the overall purpose and expected outcomes or results of the contract, including significant deliverables and, if appropriate, associated units of measure.

(6) An assessment of the contractor's progress towards the completion of the overall purpose and expected outcomes or results of the contract (i.e., not started, less than 50 percent completed, completed 50 percent or more, or fully completed). This covers the contract (or portion thereof) funded by the Recovery Act.

(7) A narrative description of the employment impact of work funded by the Recovery Act. This narrative should be cumulative for each calendar quarter and only address the impact on the contractor's workforce. At a minimum, the contractor shall provide--

(i) A brief description of the types of jobs created and jobs retained in the United States and outlying areas (see definition in FAR 2.101). This description may rely on job titles, broader labor categories, or the contractor's existing practice for describing jobs as long as the terms used are widely understood and describe the general nature of the work; and

(ii) An estimate of the number of jobs created and jobs retained by the prime contractor, in the United States and outlying areas. A job cannot be reported as both created and retained.

(8) Names and total compensation of each of the five most highly compensated officers of the Contractor for the calendar year in which the contract is awarded if--

(i) In the Contractor's preceding fiscal year, the Contractor received--

(A) 80 percent or more of its annual gross revenues from Federal contracts (and subcontracts), loans, grants (and subgrants) and cooperative agreements; and

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(B) $25,000,000 or more in annual gross revenues from

(ii) The public does not have access to information about the compensation of the senior executives through periodic reports filed under section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m(a), 78o(d)) or section 6104 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

(9) For subcontracts valued at less than $25,000 or any subcontracts awarded to an individual, or subcontracts awarded to a subcontractor that in the previous tax year had gross income under $300,000, the Contractor shall only report the aggregate number of such first tier subcontracts awarded in the quarter and their aggregate total dollar amount.

(10) For any first-tier subcontract funded in whole or in part under the Recovery Act, that is over $25,000 and not subject to reporting under paragraph 9, the contractor shall require the subcontractor to provide the information described in (i), (ix), (x), and (xi) below to the contractor for the purposes of the quarterly report. The contractor shall advise the subcontractor that the information will be made available to the public as required by section 1512 of the Recovery Act. The contractor shall provide detailed information on these first-tier subcontracts as follows:

(i) Unique identifier (DUNS Number) for the subcontractor receiving the award and for the subcontractor's parent company, if the subcontractor has a parent company.

(ii) Name of the subcontractor.

(iii) Amount of the subcontract award.

(iv) Date of the subcontract award.

(v) The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code.

(vi) Funding agency.

(vii) A description of the products or services (including construction) being provided under the subcontract, including the overall purpose and expected outcomes or results of the

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subcontract.

(viii) Subcontract number (the contract number assigned by the prime contractor).

(ix) Subcontractor's physical address including street address, city, state, and country. Also include the nine-digit zip code and congressional district if applicable.

(x) Subcontract primary performance location including street address, city, state, and country. Also include the nine-digit zip code and congressional district if applicable.

(xi) Names and total compensation of each of the subcontractor's five most highly compensated officers, for the calendar year in which the subcontract is awarded if--

(A) In the subcontractor's preceding fiscal year, the subcontractor received--

(l) 80 percent or more of its annual gross revenues in Federal contracts (and subcontracts), loans, grants (and subgrants), and cooperative agreements;

and

(2) $25,000,000 or more in annual gross revenues from Federal contracts (and subcontracts), loans, grants (and subgrants), and cooperative agreements;

and

(B) The public does not have access to information about the compensation of the senior executives through periodic reports filed under section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m(a), 78o(d)) or section 6104 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

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H-2 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF EXISTING ROADS

The Contractor is authorized to use roads in the immediate construction project area for performance of work under this contract. The authorization is limited to roads necessary for direct access between the construction area and storage sites, disposal areas, and other work areas designated in the contract.

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The roads authorized for use will be subject to the following general conditions:

(1) State laws governing traffic rules and equipment requirements on State and County Highways.

(2) Federal Regulations contained in 36 CFR 261.12. These regulations prohibit use in excess of State Codes for weight and size, damaging a road while using it, and blocking a road open to use by others.

The Contractor shall be responsible for and perform road maintenance commensurate with his use of Forest Service roads in the construction area.

H-3 USE OF PREMISES

(a) Before any camp, quarry, borrow pit, storage, detour, or bypass site, other than shown on the drawings, is opened or operated on USDA land or lands administered by the USDA, written permission shall be obtained through the Contracting Officer. A camp is interpreted to include the campsite or trailer parking area of any employee working on the project for the Contractor.

(b) Unless provided otherwise, the Contractor shall:

(i) provide and maintain sanitation facilities for the workforce at the site and,

(ii) dispose of solid waste in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

H-4 STORAGE AND STOCKPILING OF MATERIALS

Material shall be stored to assure the preservation of quantity and fitness for the work.

Stored materials shall be located to facilitate their prompt inspection. Sites on Forest Service administered land, approved by Forest Service, may be used for storage purposes and for the placing of Contractor's plant equipment. All storage sites provided by the Forest Service shall be restored at Contractor's expense. Contractor shall be responsible for making arrangements for storage on other than Forest Service administered land.

H-5 SAFETY

FAR 52.236-13 Accident Prevention (NOV 1991)

The following are some safety hazards which have been identified while performing road and bridge construction/reconstruction activities on the National Forest.