AG-447U-S-14-0037_Technical_Specifications.pdf

Technical Specifications

Double Lake Recreation Area

Lift Station & Force Main Replacement

U.S. FOREST SERVICE

SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL FOREST

SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TEXAS

NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS IN TEXAS

2221 NORTH RAGUET STREET

LUFKIN, TX 75904

PHONE (936) 639-8501

FAX (936) 639-8588

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 ...... SUMMARY

012800 ...... MOBILIZATION

013300 ...... SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

014000 ...... QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

014200 ...... REFERENCES

015000 ...... TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

016000 ...... PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

017300 ...... EXECUTION

017329 ...... CUTTING AND PATCHING

017700 ...... CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

017823 ...... OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

017830 ...... PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024119 ...... SELECTIVE STRUCTURE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

033053 ...... MISCELLANEOUS CAST‐IN‐PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

061050 ...... PRESSURE TREATED WOOD

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

220500 ...... COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

220523 ...... GENERAL‐DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

221313 ...... FACILITY SANITARY SEWERS

221343 ...... FACILITY PACKAGED SEWAGE PUMPING STATIONS

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260500 ...... COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

260519 ...... LOW‐VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

260526 ...... GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260553 ...... IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

262416 ...... PANELBOARDS

265600 ...... EXTERIOR ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

311000 ...... SITE CLEARING

312000 ...... EARTH MOVING

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

321200 ...... CRUSHED AGGREGATE BASE OR SURFACE COURSE

323113 ...... HIGH‐SECURITY CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

329200 ...... TURF AND GRASSES

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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT

A. Name: Lift Station and Force Main Replacement at Double Lake Recreation Area, Sam Houston National Forest.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Identification: Lift Station and Force Main Replacement at Double Lake Recreation Area, Sam Houston National Forest.

Project Location: Coldspring, Texas

B. Owner: U.S. Forest Service 2221 North Raguet Street Lufkin, Texas 75904

C. The Work consists of the following:

1. Lift Station: Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, supervision and expertise necessary, except as otherwise provided, to successfully perform the following work in accordance with attached and referenced specifications and plans:

a. Remove all equipment, piping, and electrical components from the existing 8 feet wet well.

b. Install new equipment, piping, and electrical components in the existing 8 feet wet well.

c. Install valve box, flushout valve box, and 10 feet of ductile iron pipe force main from the valve box to new 3” PVC force main.

d. Install electrical service.

e. Install black vinyl chain link fence.

2. Force Main: Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, supervision and expertise necessary, except as otherwise provided, to successfully perform the following work in accordance with attached and referenced specifications and plans:

a. Replace approximately 6,259 linear feet of 3” force main from the 8 ft. lift station to Sta 59+00 and from Sta 109+00 to Sta 112+.

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b. Replace existing broken air release & vacuum valve box with new combination air valve at approximately Sta 71+00.

D. The contractor shall be responsible for construction staking. The project shall be staked from control points established by the government. The contractor shall protect all control points and bench marks and shall re-establish any point or mark that is damaged or destroyed by the actions of the contractor. No additional payment will be made for construction staking.

E. The contractor shall be responsible for all materials testing required herein. No additional payment will be made for materials testing.

F. Project is designed to comply with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations Chapter 290.44 for water line installation and Chapter 217.53 for sewer line installation.

G. The contractor shall contact the City of Coldspring, telephone 936-653-3289, and make arrangements for connecting the new force main to the existing manhole.

G. The contractor shall contact the Sam Houston Electric COOP, telephone 800-458-0381, and make arrangements for connecting three phase power supply to the electric meter on electrical service rack.

1.3 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS

A. General: Cooperate fully with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract.

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of premises for construction operations as indicated on Drawings by the Contract limits.

1.5 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. The Double Lake Recreation Area shall remain open except section of construction area as shown on the drawings will be closed for the duration of the contract. The contractor shall cooperate with US Forest Service employees and other contractors during the life of the contractor.

B. The contractor can use the existing utilities if available.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011000

SECTION 012800 - MOBILIZATION

SECTION 012800 - MOBILIZATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section is intended to compensate the Contractor for operations including, but not limited to, those necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site; for payment of premiums for bonds and insurance for the project; and for any other work and operations which must be performed or costs that must be incurred incident to the initiation of meaningful work at the site and for which payment is not otherwise provided for under the contract.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 012300

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SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's product specifications.

b. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

c. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

d. Standard product operation and maintenance manuals.

e. Compliance with specified referenced standards.

f. Testing by recognized testing agency.

g. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

4. Number of Copies: Submit three (3) copies of Product Data, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Shop Drawings:

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

e. Wiring diagrams showing field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control wiring.

f. Shopwork manufacturing instructions.

g. Templates and patterns.

h. Schedules.

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i. Design calculations.

j. Relationship to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

k. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches but no larger than 30 by 40 inches.

3. Number of Copies: Submit three opaque copies of each submittal, unless copies are required for operation and maintenance manuals. Submit five copies where copies are required for operation and maintenance manuals.

C. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

1. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples.

D. Subcontract List: Prepare a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the Work, including those who are to furnish products or equipment fabricated to a special design. Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Name, address, and telephone number of entity performing subcontract or supplying products.

2. Number and title of related Specification Section(s) covered by subcontract.

3. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate, covered by subcontract.

4. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of subcontractor list, unless otherwise indicated.

2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Within 10 days after date of preconstruction meeting, submit complete schedule defining planned operations for review.

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1. If schedule requires revision after review, submit revised schedule within 10 days.

C. Manufacturer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required.

D. Product Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

E. Material Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that material complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

F. Schedule of Tests and Inspections: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Quality Requirements."

G. Compatibility Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substrate preparation needed for adhesion.

H. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

I. Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documents manufacturer's recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating a product or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and telephone number of manufacturer. Include the following, as applicable:

1. Preparation of substrates.

2. Required substrate tolerances.

3. Sequence of installation or erection.

4. Required installation tolerances.

5. Required adjustments.

J. Insurance Certificates and Bonds: Prepare written information indicating current status of insurance or bonding coverage. Include name of entity covered by insurance or bond, limits of coverage, amounts of deductibles, if any, and term of the coverage.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions.

END OF SECTION 013300

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SECTION 014000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

B. Laboratory services shall be acquired and paid for by the Contractor. Should any required test fail to meet all contract requirements, the Contractor shall be required to pay for re-testing at no additional cost to the Government.

C. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

1.2 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

A. General: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties and requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to Contracting Officer for a decision before proceeding.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Schedule of Tests and Inspections: Prepare in tabular form.

B. Reports: Prepare and submit certified written reports that include 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 tests and inspections.

6. Description of the Work and test and inspection method.

7. Identification of product and Specification Section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test and inspection results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Record of temperature and weather conditions at time of sample taking and testing and inspecting.

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

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting and reinspecting.

C. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For CO's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, 014000-QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 10 established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

1.4 QUALITY CONTROL

A. All work shall be done by state licensed lab and lab technician.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 TEST AND INSPECTION LOG

A. Prepare a record of tests and inspections. Include the following:

1. Date test or inspection was conducted.

2. Description of the Work tested or inspected.

3. Date test or inspection results were transmitted to Contracting Officer.

4. Identification of testing agency or special inspector conducting test or inspection.

B. Maintain log at Project site. Post changes and modifications as they occur. Provide access to test and inspection log for CO’s reference during normal working hours.

3.2 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

1. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Specification Sections. Restore patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining areas with durable seams that are as invisible as possible.

2. Comply with the Contract Document requirements for Division 01 Section "Cutting and Patching."

B. Protect construction exposed by or for quality-control service activities.

C. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility.

END OF SECTION 014000

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SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 INDUSTRY STANDARDS

A. Abbreviations and Acronyms for Standards and Regulations:

ADAAG Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (800) 872-2253 Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)

Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (202) 272-0080

Available from Access Board www.access-board.gov

CFR Code of Federal Regulations (888) 293-6498

Available from Government Printing Office (202) 512-1530 www.gpoaccess.gov/cfr/index.html

UFAS Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (800) 872-2253 Available from Access Board (202) 272-0080 www.access-board.gov

1.2 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

A. Industry Organizations:

AASHTO American Association of State Highway and (202) 624-5800 Transportation Officials www.transportation.org

ACI ACI International (248) 848-3700

(American Concrete Institute) www.aci-int.org

ACPA American Concrete Pipe Association (972) 506-7216 www.concrete-pipe.org

AI Asphalt Institute (859) 288-4960 www.asphaltinstitute.org

AISC American Institute of Steel Construction (800) 644-2400 www.aisc.org (312) 670-2400

AISI American Iron and Steel Institute (202) 452-7100 www.steel.org

AITC American Institute of Timber Construction (303) 792-9559 www.aitc-glulam.org

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ALSC American Lumber Standard Committee, Incorporated (301) 972-1700 www.alsc.org

ANSI American National Standards Institute (202) 293-8020 www.ansi.org

APA APA - The Engineered Wood Association (253) 565-6600 www.apawood.org

ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers (800) 548-2723 www.asce.org (703) 295-6300

ASSE American Society of Sanitary Engineering (440) 835-3040 www.asse-plumbing.org

ASTM ASTM International (610) 832-9585

(American Society for Testing and Materials International) www.astm.org

AWPA American Wood-Preservers' Association (334) 874-9800 www.awpa.com

AWWA American Water Works Association (800) 926-7337 www.awwa.org (303) 794-7711

ISO International Organization for Standardization 41 22 749 01 11 www.iso.ch

NCMA National Concrete Masonry Association (703) 713-1900 www.ncma.org

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association (703) 841-3200 www.nema.org

NFPA NFPA (800) 344-3555

(National Fire Protection Association) (617) 770-3000 www.nfpa.org

NRMCA National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (888) 846-7622 www.nrmca.org (301) 587-1400

NSF NSF International (800) 673-6275

(National Sanitation Foundation International) (734) 769-8010 www.nsf.org

UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (800) 285-4476 www.ul.com (847) 272-8800

USGBC U.S. Green Building Council (202) 828-7422 www.usgbc.org

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B. Code Agencies:

BOCA BOCA International, Inc.

(See ICC)

CABO Council of American Building Officials

(See ICC)

IAPMO International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials www.iapmo.org (909) 472-4100

ICBO International Conference of Building Officials

(See ICC)

ICC International Code Council (703) 931-4533

(Formerly: CABO - Council of American Building Officials) www.iccsafe.org

C. Federal Government Agencies: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in

Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list. Names, telephone numbers, and Web-site addresses are subject to change and are believed to be accurate and up-to-date as of the date of the Contract Documents

EPA Environmental Protection Agency (202) 272-0167 www.epa.gov

OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Administration (800) 321-6742 www.osha.gov (202) 693-1999

USDA Department of Agriculture (202) 720-2791 www.usda.gov

D. Texas State Government Agencies:

SRA Sabine River Authority (409) 746-2192 www.sra.dst.tx.us/

TRA Trinity River Authority (817) 467-4343 www.trinityra.org/

TCEQ Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (512) 239-1000 www.tceq.state.tx.us/

TFS Texas Forest Service (936) 639-8180

Forest Products Laboratory

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http://txforestservice.tamu.edu

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01420

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS 015000 - 15

SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

1.2 USE CHARGES

A. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities are not chargeable to Government.

B. Sewer Service: Use sewer service from Government’s existing sewer system without metering and without payment of use charges.

C. Water Service: Use water from Government’s existing water system without metering and without payment of use charges.

D. Electric Power Service: Use electric power service from Government’s existing electric power system without metering and without payment of use charges.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Site Plan: Show temporary facilities, utility hookups, staging areas, and parking areas for construction personnel.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electric Service: Comply with NECA, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service. Install service to comply with NFPA 70.

B. Tests and Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to test and inspect each temporary utility before use. Obtain required certifications and permits.

1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Utilities: At earliest feasible time, when acceptable to Government, change over from use of temporary service to use of permanent service.

1. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Installer of each permanent service shall assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use as a construction facility before Government acceptance, regardless of previously assigned responsibilities.

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B. Conditions of Use: The following conditions apply to use of temporary services and facilities by all parties engaged in the Work:

1. Keep temporary services and facilities clean and neat.

2. Relocate temporary services and facilities as required by progress of the Work.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required by progress of the Work.

B. Provide each facility ready for use when needed to avoid delay. Do not remove until facilities are no longer needed or are replaced by authorized use of completed permanent facilities.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Engage appropriate local utility company to install temporary service or connect to existing service. Where utility company provides only part of the service, provide the remainder with matching, compatible materials and equipment. Comply with utility company recommendations.

1. Arrange with utility company, Forest Service, and existing users for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary services.

B. Sewers and Drainage: Provide temporary utilities to remove effluent lawfully.

C. Water Service: Install water service and distribution piping in sizes and pressures adequate for construction.

D. Water Service: Water Service: Use of Government existing water service facilities will be permitted, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to CO. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

E. Sanitary Facilities: Provide temporary toilets, wash facilities, and drinking water for use of construction personnel. Comply with authorities having jurisdiction for type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities.

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F. Electric Power Service: Use of Government existing electric power service will be permitted, as long as equipment is maintained in a condition acceptable to CO.

3.3 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Temporary Roads and Paved Areas: Construct and maintain temporary roads and paved areas adequate for construction operations. Locate temporary roads and paved areas within construction limits indicated on Drawings.

B. Traffic Controls: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Protect existing site improvements to remain including curbs, pavement, and utilities.

2. Maintain access for fire-fighting equipment and access to fire hydrants.

C. Project Identification and Temporary Signs: Prepare Project identification and other signs in sizes indicated. Install signs where indicated to inform public and persons seeking entrance to Project. Do not permit installation of unauthorized signs.

E. Waste Disposal Facilities: Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Containerize and clearly label hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Comply with Division 1 Section "Execution Requirements” for progress cleaning requirements.

3.4 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and con-duct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects. Avoid using tools and equipment that produce harmful noise.

Restrict use of noisemaking tools and equipment to hours that will minimize complaints from persons or firms near Project site.

B. Stormwater Control: Provide earthen embankments and similar barriers in and around excavations and subgrade construction, sufficient to prevent flooding by runoff of stormwater from heavy rains.

C. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with standards and code requirements for erecting structurally adequate barricades. Paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs to inform personnel and public of possible hazard. Where appropriate and needed, provide lighting, including flashing red or amber lights.

3.5 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

A. Supervision: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. To minimize waste and abuse, limit availability of temporary facilities to essential and intended uses.

B. Maintenance: Maintain facilities in good operating condition until removal.

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C. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended, when it has been replaced by authorized use of a permanent facility, or no later than Substantial Completion. Complete or, if necessary, restore permanent construction that may have been delayed because of interference with temporary facility. Repair damaged Work, clean exposed surfaces, and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

END OF SECTION 015000

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SECTION 016000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for selection of products for use in Project; product delivery, storage, and handling; manufacturers' standard warranties on products; special warranties; product substitutions; and comparable products.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Products: The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "system," and terms of similar intent.

1. Named Products: Items identified by manufacturer's product name, including make or model number or other designation shown or listed in manufacturer's published product literature that is current as of date of the Contract Documents.

2. New Products: Items that have not previously been incorporated into another project or facility.

3. Comparable Product: Product that is demonstrated and approved through submittal process, or where indicated as a product substitution, to have the indicated qualities related to type, function, dimension, in-service performance, physical properties, appearance, and other characteristics that equal or exceed those of specified product.

B. Substitutions: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those required by the Contract Documents and proposed by Contractor.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product List: Submit a list, in tabular from, showing specified products. Include generic names of products required. Include manufacturer's name and proprietary product names for each product.

1. Coordinate product list with Contractor's Construction Schedule and the Submittals Schedule.

2. Form: Tabulate information for each product under the following column headings:

a. Specification Section number and title.

b. Generic name used in the Contract Documents.

c. Proprietary name, model number, and similar designations.

d. Manufacturer's name and address.

e. Supplier's name and address.

f. Installer's name and address.

g. Projected delivery date or time span of delivery period.

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3. Submittal: Within 15 days after date of commencement of the Work, submit 3 copies of product list. Include a written explanation for omissions of data and for variations from Contract requirements.

4. Contracting Officer's Action: Contracting Officer will respond in writing to Contractor within 7 days of receipt of product list. Contracting Officer's response will include a list of unacceptable product selections and a brief explanation of reasons for this action. Contracting Officer's response, or lack of response, does not constitute a waiver of requirement to comply with the Contract Documents.

B. Substitution Requests: Submit three copies of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Substitution Request Form: As specified in Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures.”

a. Documentation: Substitution requests shall be legible and shall offer descriptive information sufficient to allow the Contracting Officer to evaluate the suitability of the product for incorporating into this project.

Where more than one product or product feature is indicated on a document, the contractor shall highlight the proposed item.

b. The contractor shall not incorporate any substituted product into the work prior to approval.

2. Contracting Officer's Action: If necessary, Contracting Officer will request additional information or documentation for evaluation within 7 days of receipt of a request for substitution. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of acceptance or rejection of proposed substitution within 15 days of receipt of request, or 7 days of receipt of additional information or documentation, whichever is later.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Options: If Contractor is given option of selecting between two or more products for use on Project, product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, even if previously selected products were also options.

1.5 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

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

B. Delivery and Handling:

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

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2. Deliver products to Project site in an undamaged condition in manufacturer's original sealed container or other packaging system, 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.

C. Storage:

1. Store products to allow for inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units.

2. Store materials in a manner that will not endanger Project structure.

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

4. Comply with product manufacturer's written instructions for temperature, humidity, ventilation, and weather-protection requirements for storage.

5. Protect stored products from damage and liquids from freezing.

6. Provide a secure location and enclosure at Project site for storage of materials and equipment by Contracting Officer's construction forces. Coordinate location with Contracting Officer.

1.6 PRODUCT WARRANTIES

A. Warranties specified in other Sections shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties required by the Contract Documents.

1. Manufacturer's Warranty: Preprinted written warranty published by individual manufacturer for a particular product and specifically endorsed by manufacturer to Contracting Officer.

2. Special Warranty: Written warranty required by or incorporated into the Contract Documents, either to extend time limit provided by manufacturer's warranty or to provide more rights for Contracting Officer.

B. Special Warranties: Prepare a written document that contains appropriate terms and identification, ready for execution. Submit a draft for approval before final execution.

C. Submittal Time: Comply with requirements in Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Timing: Contracting Officer will consider requests for substitution if received within 14 days after the Notice of Award. Requests received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of the Contracting Officer.

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B. Conditions: Contracting Officer will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Contracting Officer will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

1. Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract

Documents.

2. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

3. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

4. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's Construction

Schedule.

5. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

6. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

7. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

8. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

2.2 COMPARABLE PRODUCTS

A. Conditions: Contracting Officer will consider Contractor's request for comparable product when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Contracting Officer will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

1. Evidence that the proposed product does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents that it is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce the indicated results, and that it is compatible with other portions of the Work.

2. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed product with those named in the Specifications. Significant qualities include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, and specific features and requirements indicated.

3. Evidence that proposed product provides specified warranty.

4. Samples, if requested.

END OF SECTION 016000

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SECTION 017300 - EXECUTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes general procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Examination.

2. Construction layout.

3. Field engineering.

4. Installation.

5. Progress cleaning.

6. Starting and adjusting.

7. Protection of installed construction.

8. Correction of the Work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Existing Utilities: The existence and location of underground and other utilities and construction indicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before construction, verify the location and invert elevation at points of connection of sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water-service piping; and underground electrical and telephone services. The contractor shall have all underground electrical and telephone utilities located prior to beginning any excavation.

3.2 CONSTRUCTION LAYOUT

A. Construction layout shall be the responsibility of the contractor from control points and bench marks established by the Forest Service. Construction layout for any part of the work shall be approved by the Contracting Officer prior to commencing construction on that part.

B. Verification: Before proceeding to lay out the Work, verify layout information shown on Drawings, in relation to the property survey and existing benchmarks. If discrepancies are discovered, notify Contracting Officer promptly.

3.3 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. The locations of all proposed new work relative to existing features are indicated on the construction drawings.

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B. Benchmarks: Benchmarks for vertical control are being provided by Contracting Officer and are indicated on the drawings.

C. The contractor shall protect all control points and benchmarks and shall be responsible for re-establishing any that are damaged or destroyed by the contractor’s operations.

3.4 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation, as indicated.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in applications indicated.

C. Install products at the time and under conditions that will ensure the best possible results. Maintain conditions required for product performance until Substantial Completion.

D. Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy.

3.5 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Coordinate progress cleaning for joint-use areas where more than one installer has worked. Enforce requirements strictly. Dispose of materials lawfully.

B. Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

C. Work Areas: Clean areas where work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work.

D. Waste Disposal: Burying or burning waste wood products on-site may be permitted with prior approval of the District Ranger. Other construction debris must be properly disposed of away from Government land. Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

E. During handling and installation, clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials already in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

F. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

G. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to assure that no part of the construction completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during the construction period.

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3.6 STARTING AND ADJUSTING

A. Start equipment and operating components to confirm proper operation. Remove malfunctioning units, replace with new units, and retest.

B. Test each piece of equipment to verify proper operation. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment.

C. Manufacturer's Field Service: If a factory-authorized service representative is required to inspect field-assembled components and equipment installation, comply with qualification requirements.

3.7 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed work is without damage or deterioration at time of completion and final acceptance of the work by the Contracting Officer.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for temperature and relative humidity.

3.8 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

B. Remove and replace damaged surfaces that are exposed to view if surfaces cannot be repaired without visible evidence of repair.

C. Repair components that do not operate properly. Remove and replace operating components that cannot be repaired.

D. Remove and replace chipped, scratched, and broken glass or reflective surfaces.

END OF SECTION 017300

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SECTION 017329 - CUTTING AND PATCHING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes procedural requirements for cutting and patching.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Cutting and Patching Proposal: Submit a proposal describing procedures at least 10 days before the time cutting and patching will be performed, requesting approval to proceed. Include the following information:

1. Extent: Describe cutting and patching, show how they will be performed, and indicate why they cannot be avoided.

2. Changes to In-Place Construction: Describe anticipated results. Include changes to structural elements and operating components as well as changes in building's appearance and other significant visual elements.

3. Products: List products to be used and firms or entities that will perform the Work.

4. Dates: Indicate when cutting and patching will be performed.

5. Utility Services and Mechanical/Electrical Systems: List services/systems that cutting and patching procedures will disturb or affect. List services/systems that will be relocated and those that will be temporarily out of service. Indicate how long services/systems will be disrupted.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Structural Elements: Do not cut and patch structural elements in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity or load-deflection ratio.

B. Operational Elements: Do not cut and patch operating elements and related components in a manner that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety

C. Miscellaneous Elements: Do not cut and patch miscellaneous elements or related components in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity, which results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended, or that result in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety.

1.4 WARRANTY

A. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during cutting and patching operations, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General: Comply with requirements specified in other Sections.

B. In-Place Materials: Use materials identical to in-place materials. For exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match in-place adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine surfaces to be cut and patched and conditions under which cutting and patching are to be performed.

1. Compatibility: Before patching, verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with in-place finishes or primers.

2. Proceed with installation only after unsafe or unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of Work to be cut.

B. Protection: Protect in-place construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage. Provide protection from adverse weather conditions for portions of Project that might be exposed during cutting and patching operations.

C. Adjoining Areas: Avoid interference with use of adjoining areas or interruption of free passage to adjoining areas.

D. Existing Utility Services and Mechanical/Electrical Systems: Where existing services/systems are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, bypass such services/systems before cutting to prevent interruption to occupied areas.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

A. General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching. Proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time, and complete without delay.

1. Cut in-place construction to provide for installation of other components or performance of other construction, and subsequently patch as required to restore surfaces to their original condition.

B. Cutting: Cut in-place construction by sawing, drilling, breaking, chipping, grinding, and similar operations, including excavation, using methods least likely to damage

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elements retained or adjoining construction. If possible, review proposed procedures with original Installer; comply with original Installer's written recommendations.

1. In general, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing and grinding, not hammering and chopping. Cut holes and slots as small as possible, neatly to size required, and with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. Finished Surfaces: Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces.

3. Concrete or Masonry: Cut using a cutting machine, such as an abrasive saw or a diamond-core drill.

4. Excavating and Backfilling: Comply with requirements in applicable Division 31 Sections where required by cutting and patching operations.

5. Mechanical and Electrical Services: Cut off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after cutting.

6. Proceed with patching after construction operations requiring cutting are complete.

C. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations following performance of other Work. Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Sections.

1. Inspection: Where feasible, test and inspect patched areas after completion to demonstrate integrity of installation.

2. Exposed Finishes: Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

3. Floors and Walls: Where walls or partitions that are removed extend one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space.

Provide an even surface of uniform finish, color, texture, and appearance.

Remove in-place floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials, if necessary, to achieve uniform color and appearance.

4. Ceilings: Patch, repair, or rehang in-place ceilings as necessary to provide an even-plane surface of uniform appearance.

5. Exterior Building Enclosure: Patch components in a manner that restores enclosure to a weathertight condition.

D. Cleaning: Clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching are performed.

Completely remove paint, mortar, oils, putty, and similar materials.

END OF SECTION 017329

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SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inspection procedures.

2. Final cleaning.

1.2 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, submit the following:

1. A certified copy of the Schedule of Items stating that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Instruct Forest Service personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems, and/or Submit demonstration and training videotapes if any.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, Contracting Officer will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. Contracting Officer will prepare a punch list of deficiencies and will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before final payment will be issued.

C. Re-inspection: The contractor shall request re-inspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Provide final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

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B. Cleaning: Comply with manufacturer's written instructions. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Completion for the Project:

1. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

2. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

3. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing natural weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition.

4. Remove debris and surface dust from limited access spaces, including roofs, plenums, shafts, trenches, equipment vaults, manholes, attics, and similar spaces.

5. Sweep concrete floors broom clean in unoccupied spaces.

6. Remove labels that are not permanent.

7. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

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