SF_1442_Form.pdf

OMB APPROVAL NO. 2700-0042

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

AG-569R-S-16-0013

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE

ISSUED

05/13/2016

PAGE OF PAGES

1 54

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

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

6. PROJECT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE 569R 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

Lake States Acquisition Team 412 Red Apple Road Manistee, MI 49660

Lake States Acquisition Team Attn: Tamie Thompson 412 Red Apple Road Manistee, MI 49660

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

Tamie Thompson – Contract

Jon Meeks - Technical

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

231-723-2211 ext. 3134

231-775-5023 ext. 8747

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):

Luzerne Boardwalk Reconstruction

Price Range

The Government's estimate is between $100,000 and $250,000

Contractor must complete and submit this SF-1442 Form, Sections B&K of the solicitation and the Technical

Evaluation Factors response.by June 13, 2016, 2:30 p.m. EST.

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within 10 calendar days and complete it within 30 calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory, negotiable. (See individual Task Orders.)

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

BONDS?

(If “YES,” indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

YES NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Hard Copy offers to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 2:30 pm Eastern Standard Time on 06/13/2016. 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.

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 30 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Computer Generated Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

Computer Generated STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK (REV. 4-85

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, requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, 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

AG-569R-S-16-0013 Luzerne Boardwalk Reconstruction

SECTION B - Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs Schedule of Items

SCHEDULE OF BID ITEMS

Huron-Manistee National Forests

Basis of Award:

Bidders shall enter an amount for each item. The Government intends to award one contract for the items listed below to the Contractor who provides the best overall value to the Government. The Government reserves the right to award all, part or none of the contract.

Item No.

Description Pay Unit

Quantity Unit Price

Total Price

1 Mobilization LPSM 1

2 Boardwalk Removal: Section 3 LNFT 911

3 Typical Boardwalk Section: Section 3 LNFT 911

4 Typical Boardwalk End EA 2

TOTAL BID =

LNFT = Lineal Foot EA = Each LPSM = Lump Sum

Optional Bid Items 1

No.

Description Pay Unit

Quantity Unit Price

Total Price

5 Typical Trail Section: Section 4 LNFT 365

Optional Bid Items 2

No.

Description Pay Unit

Quantity Unit Price

Total Price

6 Boardwalk Removal: Section 5 LNFT 97

7 Typical Boardwalk Section: Section 5 LNFT 97

8 Viewing Platform EA 1

9 Typical Boardwalk End EA 1

Optional Bid Items 3

No.

Description Pay Unit

Quantity Unit Price

Total Price

10 Hillside Trail Section: Section 2 LNFT 194

11 Typical Trail Section: Section 1 LNFT 780

Optional Bid Items 4

Item No.

Description Pay Unit

Quantity Unit Price

Total Price

12 Boardwalk Removal: Section 6 LNFT 245

13 Typical Boardwalk Section: Section 6 LNFT 245

14 Typical Boardwalk End EA 1

15 Typical Trail Section: Section 7 LNFT 30

NOTES:

1. The contractor shall build all costs associated with the contract to include but not limited to; providing labor, superintendence, materials, supplies, equipment, and fees into the Schedule of Items. There will be no separate reimbursement for any costs not included within the schedule of items. The contractor must provide costs for all base and optional items to be considered for award.

2. Optional bid items will be awarded based on funds availability. Optional bid items may only be awarded in numerical order due to logistics of the project (ie. option 2 bid item can only be awarded if option 1 is awarded). Optional bid items may be awarded on a negotiated basis/rate upon agreement of both parties.

3. In accordance with FAR Clause 52.217-4 the Government will evaluate total price for the basic requirement

(base bid) together with any option(s) exercised at time of the award. In accordance with FAR Clause 52.217-

7 the government reserves the right to award additional option(s) up to 180 days after contract award.

4. The contractor is required to bid the project according to the specifications/drawings, but is encouraged to provide value engineered (VE) project savings ideas with their bid. In addition to VE project savings, please list any costs savings, if any, if one or more of the options are awarded along with the base bid.

Please comment below:

Contractor’s _______________________________

Name & Address: _______________________________

Phone Number: _______________________________

DUNS # _______________________________

e-mail Address: _______________________________

Please complete and submit SF-1442 Form, Section B & K and the experience questionnaire to the address in block 8 of the SF 1442 form by 2:30 PM EST on June 13, 2016. Documents should be mailed to:

USDA Forest Service

LSAT Contracting, Solicitation #AG-569R-S-16-0013

Attn: Tamie Thompson

412 Red Apple Road

Manistee, MI 49660

SECTION C – DESCRIPTION, STATEMENT OF WORK AND SPECIFICATIONS

HURON-MANISTEE NATIONAL FORESTS

OSCODA COUNTY, MICHIGAN

PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION

1. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This project consists of the construction of a boardwalk and aggregate trail. Work includes, but is not limited to, constructing an aggregate trail, constructing a boardwalk, constructing a viewing platform, clearing and grubbing, embankment construction, excavation, placing topsoil, seeding and mulching, installing mulch blankets, and removal of a boardwalk. This project will be awarded based on the best overall value to the Government.

Optional bid items will be awarded based on funds availability. Optional bid items may only be awarded in numerical order due to logistics of the project (ie. option 2 bid item can only be awarded if option 1 is awarded). Optional bid items may be awarded on a negotiated basis/rate upon agreement of both parties.

In accordance with FAR Clause 52.217-4 the Government will evaluate total price for the basic requirement (base bid) together with any option(s) exercised at time of the award. In accordance with FAR Clause 52.217-7 the government reserves the right to award additional option(s) up to 180 days after contract award. The award of the options may occur in any order or combination.

Please note that this is a Federal Construction project and Davis Bacon wages apply. Please refer to appropriate wage determination.

2. PROJECT LOCATION

The project is in Oscoda County, Michigan. From the intersection of M-72 and County 489/Deeter Rd in Luzerne

Michigan, go south on Deeter Rd 0.5 miles, go east on Palmer Rd 0.2 miles, go south on Galloway Rd 0.4 miles, go east on FR 3023 0.2 miles to project location.

3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance of this project is 124 days. This includes construction time from 06/20/2016 to

10/21/2016. Bidders are required to provide a basic project schedule as part of the proposal.

The Forest Service, US Department of Agriculture has adopted the Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and

Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-03, U.S. Customary Units (FP-03) for construction of National Forest System

Roads and other projects.

The full provisions of FP-03 shall apply as applicable on this contract, unless modified by these Special Project

Specifications.

The full FP-03 specification documents are available online at:

http://www.wfl.fhwa.dot.gov/design/specs/fp03.htm

The FP-03 Metric and U.S Customary versions are available in a 6¼" x 9¼" wire bound paper form. They are for sale by the U.S. Government Printing Office by contacting:

http://www.wfl.fhwa.dot.gov/design/specs/fp03.htm

Superintendent of Documents

U.S. Government Printing Office

Internet: bookstore.gpo.gov

Phone: (toll free) 866.512.1800

Fax: 202.512.2250

Mail: Stop SSOP, Washington, DC 20402-0001

ISBN 0-16-051430-4 (Metric Version)

Stock Number: 050-001-00341-4 (U.S. Customary)

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ROADS AND BRIDGES ON FEDERAL

HIGHWAY PROJECTS, FP-03, AS MODIFIED BY U.S. FOREST SERVICE SPECIAL PROJECT

SPECIFICATIONS

Preface

Table of Contents

Submittals and Notifications

General Specifications

101 - Terms, Format, and Definitions

102 - Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract

103 - Scope of Work

104 - Control of Work

105 - Control of Material

106 - Acceptance of Work

107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public

108 - Prosecution and Progress

109 - Measurement and Payment

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts

157 - Soil Erosion Control

171 - Weed and Disease Prevention

201 - Clearing and Grubbing

203 - Removal of Structures and Obstructions

204 - Excavation and Embankment

301 - Untreated Aggregate Courses

624 - Topsoiling

625 - Turf Establishment

714 - Geotextile and Geocomposite Drain Material

718 - Traffic Signing and Marking Material http://bookstore.gpo.gov/

Submittals and Notifications

Submittal Schedule:

The following required items need to be submitted according to the schedule shown to prevent delays or stoppages of work.

ITEM ACTION SCHEDULE

Construction Schedule Approval by

CO/COR

2 weeks before mobilization

List of Subcontractors and Suppliers Approval by

CO/COR

2 weeks before mobilization

Letter of Contractor’s on-site Superintendent Approval by

CO/COR

2 weeks before mobilization

List of Contractor’s Employees and titles Approval by

CO/COR

2 weeks before mobilization

Sieve Analysis of Aggregates (MI 23A) Approval by

CO/COR

7 days prior to use

Geotextile Fabric Specification sheet Approval by

2 weeks before mobilization

Geogrid Specification sheet Approval by

CO/COR

2 weeks before mobilization

Preservation Treatment Specification Sheets Approval by

CO/COR

2 weeks before mobilization

Aggregate weigh slips Approval by

CO/COR

As delivered

Disposal Certificate Approval by

CO/COR

When complete

Proper Invoices Approval by

CO/COR

As required

Certified Payroll Approval by

With invoices

Notification Schedule:

The following events require an advance written notification to the COR. Notifications may be faxed, mailed, emailed, or hand delivered.

EVENT PRIOR NOTICE REQUIRED

Change in Schedule As soon as identified

Intent to mobilize 1 week

Intent to start excavation 1 week

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 SCOPE

A. Furnishing of materials and constructing a wooden boardwalk in accordance with the requirements of the plans and specifications.

B. Furnishing of materials and constructing an aggregate trail in accordance with the requirements of the plans and specifications.

C. Removal and disposal of old boardwalk. All components of old boardwalk will be disposed of properly and a certificate of disposal is required.

D. Installing, improving and/or constructing all incidental construction items needed to complete the project according to the requirements of the plans and specification.

1.02 RELATED REQUIRED WORK

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for all clearing and grubbing associated with boardwalk and trail construction.

1.03 UNIT PRICES

A. Payment for items listed in the Schedule of Items shall be compensation in full for all construction that is required to complete all requirements in the plans and specifications per that item. There will be no additional payment items.

1.04 REFERENCES

A. AWPA Standards - current edition

B. NFPA 1991 National Design Specifications for Wood Construction.

C. Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guideline (FSTAG)

D. Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects (FP-03)

PART 2 – Boardwalk

2.01 Boardwalk

A. Boardwalk will be constructed in accordance with the requirements of the plans and specifications.

B. Alignment of boardwalk will be marked by COR and will mostly follow existing boardwalk. Several sections with varying small turns will be straightened out.

C. Boardwalk shall be level from section to section and not exceed a slope of 1:12 or 8.33%.

D. Stumps must be removed under sills. Shortening of a section to miss an obstruction is allowed, but must be pre-approved by the COR.

E. Where a flow of water under boardwalk is found, sills shall center the channel as practical as possible.

Consequently, boardwalk sections before the channels will need to shorten to accommodate the channel span.

2-3 of these channels are expected.

F. 8 additional sills may be required to make up elevation changes by stacking. Do not stack more than 3 sills.

G. The contractor shall minimize disturbance to all wetland areas throughout the duration of construction. This includes, but is not limited to: 1) use of the existing boardwalk to the extent practical and/or 2) contractor shall supply or use existing decking to construct corduroy planking to protect the Forest floor. The use of heavy equipment will not be allowed in wetland areas without appropriate mitigation measures being in place. A plan of operation will be approved by the COR prior to commencement of construction.

2.02 WOOD PRODUCTS, GENERAL

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

B. Mud Sill and Stringers will be treated for ground contact.

C. Deck boards will be hardwood, and do not require treatment.

D. All other wood products will be pressure treated.

2.03 TREATED MATERIALS

A. Preservative-Treated Materials: AWPA C2.

B. Use treatment containing no arsenic or chromium.

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

D. Mark lumber with treatment quality mark of an inspection agency approved by the

ALSC Board of Review.

E. Provide preservative-treated materials for all rough carpentry.

3.02 HARDWARE

A. #10 x 5" & #9 x 3” deck screws shall be coated for outdoor use and be driven by a T-25 Star drive.

B. All other hardware shall be hot-dipped galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M111-91.

C. All hardware (machine bolts, carriage bolts, drift pins, lag screws, dowels, rods, nails, spikes, washers, connectors, etc.) shall conform to ASTM 307-97.

2.04 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Measurement and payment will be made along the centerline of the boardwalk per Item Number in the

Schedule of Items.

PART 3 – AGGREGATE TRAIL

3.01 AGGREGATE TRAIL, GENERAL

A. Aggregate trail will be constructed in accordance with plans and specifications.

B. Alignment of trail is the same as existing trail.

3.03 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Measurement and payment will be made along the centerline of the boardwalk per Item Number in the Schedule of Items.

PART 4 – BOARDWALK

4.01 REMOVAL, GENERAL

A. Removal and dispose all components of old boardwalk.

a) Recycle or dispose of material legally off the project. Furnish a statement documenting the nature and quantity of material processed or sold for recycling.

b) Boardwalk removal must be completed as to limit the amount of disturbance to the surrounding wet areas.

4.02 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Measurement and payment will be made for removal of boardwalk per Item Number in the Schedule of

Items.

PART 6 – CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

101 - Terms, Format, and Definitions

101.01 Meaning of Terms

Delete all references to the TAR (Transportation Acquisition Regulations) in the specifications.

101.03 Abbreviations.

Add the following to (a) Acronyms:

AFPA

MSHA

NIST

NESC

WCLIB

American Forest and Paper Association

Mine Safety and Health Administration

National Institute of Standards and Technology

National Electrical Safety Code

West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau

Add the following to (b) SI symbols:

mp Milepost ppm Part Per Million http://www.nist.gov/

101.04 Definitions.

Delete the following definitions and substitute the following:

Bid Schedule--The Schedule of Items.

Bridge--No definition.

Contractor--The individual or legal entity contracting with the Government for performance of prescribed work. In a timber sale contract, the contractor is the “purchaser”.

Culvert--No definition.

Right-of-Way--A general term denoting (1) the privilege to pass over land in some particular line (including easement, lease, permit, or license to occupy, use, or traverse public or private lands), or (2) Real property necessary for the project, including roadway, buffer areas, access, and drainage areas.

Add the following:

Adjustment in Contract Price--“Equitable adjustment,” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “construction cost adjustment,” as used in the Timber Sale Contract, as applicable.

Change--“Change” means “change order” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “design change” as used in the Timber Sale Contract.

Design Quantity--“Design quantity” is a Forest Service method of measurement from the FS-96 Forest Service

Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges. Under these FP specifications this term is replaced by the term

“Contract Quantities”.

Forest Service--The United States of America, acting through the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Neat Line--A line defining the proposed or specified limits of an excavation or structure.

Pioneer Road--Temporary construction access built along the route of the project.

Purchaser--The individual, partnership, joint venture, or corporation contracting with the Government under the terms of a Timber Sale Contract and acting independently or through agents, employees, or subcontractors.

Protected Streamcourse--A drainage shown on the plans or timber sale area map that requires designated mitigation measures.

Road Order--An order affecting and controlling traffic on roads under Forest Service jurisdiction. Road Orders are issued by a designated Forest Officer under the authorities of 36 CFR, part 260.

Schedule of Items--A schedule in the contract that contains a listing and description of construction items, quantities, units of measure, unit price, and amount.

Utilization Standards--The minimum size and percent soundness of trees described in the specifications to determine merchantable timber.

Add Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms:

Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms.

102 - Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract

102 Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract

Delete Section 102 in its entirety.

103 - Scope of Work

Deletions

Delete all but subsection 103.01 Intent of Contract.

104 - Control of Work

Deletions

Delete Sections 104.01, 104.02, and 104.04.

Add the following subsections:

104.06 Use of Roads by Contractor

The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service for all activities necessary to complete this contract, subject to the limitations and authorizations designated in the Road Order(s) or described in the contract, when such use will not damage the roads or national forest resources, and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

105 - Control of Material

105.02 Material Sources.

105.02(a) Government-provided sources.

Add the following:

Comply with the requirements of 30 CFR 56, subparts B and H. Use all suitable material for aggregate regardless of size unless otherwise designated. When required, re-establish vegetation in disturbed areas according to section 625.

105.05 Use of Material Found in the Work.

Delete 105.05 (a) and (b) and the last sentence of the second paragraph and substitute the following:

Materials produced or processed from Government lands in excess of the quantities required for performance of this contract are the property of the Government. The Government is not obligated to make reimbursement for the cost of producing these materials.

Add the following subsections:

104.06 Material Staging and Stockpiling

The Contractor is authorized to use an open parking area at the POB of the project. Stage and stockpile in mutually agreed upon locations with the COR. Allow for area of turnaround for public traffic. All areas of staging and stockpiling shall be restored to existing condition after use. Seed all disturbed areas.

106 - Acceptance of Work

106.07 Delete

Delete subsection 106.07.

107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public

107.05 Responsibility for Damage Claims.

Delete the entire subsection.

107.06 Contractor’s Responsibility for Work.

Delete the following from the first paragraph.

“except as provided in Subsection 106.07”.

107.09 Legal Relationship of the Parties.

Delete the entire subsection.

107.10 Environmental Protection.

Add the following:

Design and locate equipment repair shops, stationary refueling sites, or other facilities to minimize the potential and impacts of hazardous material spills on Government land.

Before beginning any work, submit a Hazardous Spill Plan. List actions to be taken in the event of a spill. Incorporate preventive measures to be taken, such as the location of mobile refueling facilities, storage and handling of hazardous materials, and similar information. Immediately notify the CO of all hazardous material spills. Provide a written narrative report form no later than 24 hours after the initial report and include the following:

Description of the item spilled (including identity, quantity, manifest number, and other identifying information).

Whether amount spilled is EPA or state reportable, and if so whether it was reported, and to whom.

Exact time and location of spill including a description of the area involved.

Containment procedures.

Summary of any communications the Contractor had with news media, Federal, state and local regulatory agencies and officials, or Forest Service officials.

Description of clean-up procedures employed or to be employed at the site including final disposition and disposal location of spill residue.

When available provide copies of all spill related clean up and closure documentation and correspondence from regulatory agencies.

The Contractor is solely responsible for all spills or leaks that occur during the performance of this contract. Clean up spills or leaks to the satisfaction of the CO and in a manner that complies with Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

108 - Prosecution and Progress

108 Delete.

Delete Section 108 in its entirety.

109 - Measurement and Payment

109 Deletions

Delete the following entire subsections:

109.06 Pricing of Adjustments.

109.07 Eliminated Work.

109.08 Progress Payments.

109.09 Final Payment.

109.02 Measurement Terms and Definitions.

(b) Contract quantity.

Add the following:

Contract quantities will be adjusted only when there are errors in the original design of 15% or more.

Change the following:

“(b) Cubic yard” to “(c) Cubic yard”.

Add the following definition:

(p) Thousand Board Feet (Mbf). 1,000 board feet based on nominal widths, thickness, and extreme usable length of each piece of lumber or timber actually incorporated in the job. For glued laminated timber, 1,000 board feet based on actual width, thickness, and length of each piece actually incorporated in the job.

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts

Delete all subsections and replace with the following:

Provide a construction schedule no later than 2 weeks before mobilization. During construction, provide an updated schedule if it changes by more than 1 week. Provide verbal updates to COR for all other minor schedule changes.

157 – Soil Erosion Control

Entire section applies.

171 - Weed and Disease Prevention

Description

171.01 This work consists of washing and treating construction equipment to remove seeds, plants, and plant fragments from the equipment before the equipment is used on National Forest System lands.

Material

171.02 Conform to the following Subsection:

Water 725.01

Construction Requirements

171.03 General . Notify the COR in writing at least 5 days before moving any construction equipment onto National

Forest System lands. Construction equipment does not include cars, pickup trucks, and other vehicles that regularly travel between the construction site and areas outside of National Forest System lands.

Perform all work at a location designated on the plans or other locations approved in writing. Provide the COR with an opportunity to monitor the washing and inspection.

171.04 Equipment. Use a high pressure washing system.

For work on National Forest System lands, use a washing system that traps all wash water and either stores it for removal from National Forest System lands or recycles the water for continued use. If the equipment recycles the water, provide adequate filters for seed removal. Dispose of the filter material and removed seeds in an approved manner. Do not mix soaps, detergents, or other chemicals with the wash water.

For work at a commercial washing facility, use an approved facility.

171.05 Washing. Wash the sides, tops, and undercarriages of all construction equipment. Remove all seeds, plants, plant fragments, dirt, and debris from the construction equipment.

171.06 Inspection. Inspect the washed construction equipment, including the undercarriage, to ensure that the washing removed the dirt, debris, and seeds from the construction equipment. Rewash the construction equipment as necessary or as directed.

171.07 Acceptance. Weed prevention will be evaluated under Subsection 106.02.

Measurement

171.08 Do not measure weed prevention for payment.

201 - Clearing and Grubbing

201.01 Description

This work consists of clearing and grubbing within clearing limits and other designated areas according to plans.

201.04 Clearing.

Delete paragraph (c) and replace with the following:

Trim branches of remaining trees or shrubs to give a clear height of 10 feet above the trail and boardwalk unless otherwise indicated. Trim tree limbs as near flush with the trunk as practicable.

201.06 Disposal

Merchantable timber is the Contractor’s property. Dispose of clearing and grubbing debris according to Subsection

203.05.

203 - Removal of Structures and Obstructions

203.01 Description.

Delete subsection and replace with the following:

This work consists of disposing of construction slash, debris, and stumps, and salvaging, removing, and disposing of buildings, fences, structures, boardwalks, pavements, culverts, utilities, curbs, sidewalks, and other obstructions.

203.04 Removing Material.

Replace the fourth and fifth paragraphs with the following:

Stumps shall be placed outside of clearing limits in an upright position. All other slash and debris may be scattered outside the clearing limits, but not farther than 25’ from the clearing limits in a dispersed layer not exceeding 6” in height.

203.05 Disposing of Material.

Delete entire section and replace with the following:

Dispose of old boardwalk and construction debris utilizing the following method:

(a) Remove from Project. Recycle or dispose of material legally off the project. Furnish the statement documenting the nature and quantity of material processed or sold for recycling.

204 - Excavation and Embankment

Delete subsection title and replace with the following:

204.06 Trail Excavation

204.10 Embankment Construction

Add the following:

Embankment for hillside construction will be generated by hillside excavation. Quantities are designed to be balanced. If further embankment is needed, import MDOT Class II Sand.

(a) General.

Delete the third paragraph and add the following:

Compact embankment side slopes flatter than 1V:1.75H with a tamping type roller or by walking with a dozer. For slopes

1V:1.75H or steeper, compact the slopes as construction of the embankment progresses.

204.11 Compaction

Delete entire section and replace with the following:

Compact all embankment in 1’ lifts with plate compactor or small vibratory roller.

204.14 Disposal of Unsuitable or Excess Material.

Delete the text of the first paragraph and substitute the following:

Dispose of unsuitable or excess material at designated sites or legally off of the project.

301 - Untreated Aggregate Courses

Change the title to:

Section 301 - Aggregate Courses

301.01 Work

Delete entire section and replace with the following:

Work includes furnishing, placement, and compaction of one or more courses of aggregate on a prepared surface.

301.04 Mixing and Spreading

Delete entire section and replace with the following:

Ensure that aggregate and any required additives, water, mineral filler, and binder are mixed by the specified method except, if crushed aggregate products are being produced and mineral filler, binder, or additives are required, uniformly blend following crushing. Control additive proportions to 0.5 percent dry weight.

Do not place the mixture in a layer exceeding 6 inches in compacted thickness. When more than one layer is necessary, compact each layer according to Subsection 301.05 before placing the next layer. Route hauling equipment uniformly over the full width of the surface to minimize rutting or uneven compaction.

After placing the aggregate for each layer, mix it with other required materials at the required moisture content until the mixture is uniform throughout. Mix aggregate, water, and all other materials until a uniform distribution is obtained.

Spread the aggregate in a uniform layer, with no segregation of size, and to a loose depth that will provide the required compacted thickness.

When placing aggregate over geotextile, place aggregate in a single lift to the full depth specified.

Route and distribute hauling and leveling equipment over the width and length of each layer.

301.05 Compacting

Delete entire section and replace with the following:

Compact the aggregate using the following methods as specified:

Compaction Method A. The Contractor shall compact the aggregate utilizing a plat compactor.

Compaction Method B. The Contractor shall compact the aggregate utilizing a small vibratory roller.

301.06 Surface Tolerance

Add the following:

Thickness and Width requirements:

The maximum variation from the compacted specified thickness is ½ inch. The compacted thickness is not consistently above or below the specified thickness and the average thickness of 4 random measurements for any 800’ segment is within + ¼ inch of the specified thickness.

The maximum variation from the specified width will not exceed +8 inches at any point. The compacted width is not consistently above the specified width and the average of any four random measurements along any 800’ of trail segment is within +4 inches of the specified width.

301.08 Acceptance

Delete entire section and replace with the following:

Aggregate gradation and surface course plasticity index will be evaluated under Subsection 106.05. Other aggregate quality properties will be evaluated under Subsections 106.02 and 106.04.

a) Aggregate gradation- Trail Sections. Aggregate shall be crushed concrete, Michigan 23A, as defined in

Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) 2012 Standard Specifications for Construction, Table

902-1, Grading Requirements Table 902-2, Physical Requirements for Coarse Aggregates, Dense-Graded

Aggregate, and Open Graded Aggregates.

b) Leveling Material - Sills. Imported fill material will be, Michigan Class II Sand, as defined in Michigan

Department of Transportation (MDOT) 2012 Standard Specifications for Construction.

Quality.

Utilize MDOT 2012 Standard Specifications for Construction, Section 902 Aggregates.

Alternate gradations will be considered if a value is added to the project and should be presented in bid proposal.

301.09 Measurement

Replace the second paragraph with the following:

Measure aggregate by cubic yard compacted in place when payment is by contract quantities.

301.10 Payment

Delete the following:

Adjusted according to Subsection 106.05

624 - Topsoiling

624.04 Placing Topsoil

Place 3” of screened, weed free topsoil on trail edges along hillside construction as indicated on the plans.

Do not place topsoil when the ground or topsoil is fronze, excessively wet, or otherwise in a condition detrimental to the work. Keep the trail surfaces clean during hauling and spreading operations.

625 - Turf Establishment

Construction Requirements

625.03 General.

Apply turf establishment to prepared ground or any disturbed area between May 1st and November 1st. Apply turf establishment to the areas shown on the plans within 10 days after completion of ground disturbing activities. Seeded areas damaged by construction activities shall be reseeded within 10 days of the damage. Do not seed during windy weather or when the ground is excessively wet, frozen, or snow covered.

Seeding Procedure

1. Seed with a perennial ryegrass (20 lbs/acre), immediately after seedbed has been prepared (lightly roughing up or raking seed bed). Seed with a no-till drill or by hand broadcasting.

a. If using no-till drill, plant at a depth of ¼ to ½ inch.

b. When hand seeding, lightly rake the soil to lightly loosen it. Mix the native seed in a larger volume of lightweight, inert material such as sawdust, peat moss, or vermiculite. This inert matter should be slightly damp, so that the seed will stick to it. Divide seed mixture in half. Broadcast half the mixture in one direction (e.g. east-west) then broadcast the remaining half on the perpendicular gradient (eg., north-south).

2. Seed require firm seed to soil contact to promote good germination and survival. Roll (or drive over or use feet) to firm the seeded area after planting.

3. Hydroseeding does not ensure firm seed-to-soil contact. Hydroseeding may not be used.

4. Cover seeding in hill construction area with a straw blanket. Secure straw blanket according to manufactures specifications.

714 – Geotextile and Geocomposite Drain Material

Delete section and replace with the following:

Use long-chain, synthetic polymers, composed at least 95 percent by mass of polyolefins or polyesters, to manufacture geotextile or the threads used to sew geotextile. Form the geotextile, including selvedges, into a stable network such that the filaments or yarns retain their dimensional stability relative to each other.

Physical Requirements for Geotextiles

Geotextile Category

Grab Tensile Strength (min)

(lb)

Trapezoid Tear Strength

(min) (lb)

Puncture Strength (min)

(lb)

Mullen Burst Strength (min)

(lb) (a) Permittivity per second

Apparent Opening Size (max) (mm)

Test Method

ASTM D 4632 ASTM D 4533 ASTM D 4833 ASTM D 3786 ASTM D 4491 ASTM D 4751

Geotextile Liner 200 75 75 200 0.5 0.21

Stabilization Geotextile 270 100 100 400 0.05 0.50

Silt Fence 100 (b) 45 - - 0.1 0.60

a. ASTM D 3786-87. The fluid displacement rate for the Mullen burst test equipment must be 170 mL/min +/- 5 mL/min.

Subtract tare strength from the ultimate bust strength as specified in ASTM.

b. Elongation at the specified grab tensile strength no greater than 40% for silt fence.

As a reference only, TerraTex N08 meets physical requirements for Geotextile Liner and TerraGrid RX1200 meets physical requirements for stabilization geotextile.

718 - Traffic Signing and Marking Material

718.22 Temporary Traffic Control Devices

Add the Following:

Place temporary traffic control devices at each end of project to effectively close trail to public. Use 2 Type 2 barricades or 1 Type 3 barricade to close ends.

Sustainable Acquisitions

The Contractor shall comply with the Agricultural Act of 2014; the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 (FCEA), 7 U.S.C. 8102; the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (FSRIA), 7 U.S.C. 8102; the Federal Acquisition

Regulation; Executive Order (EO) 13693, “Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade” (06/2015); and

Presidential Memorandum, “Driving Innovation and Creating Jobs in Rural America through Biobased and Sustainable

Product Procurement,” dated February, 2012 to provide biobased products.

In compliance with FAR Part 23.4 through performance of this contract, the Contractor shall make maximum use of EPA designated and USDA designated biobased in accordance with FAR clause 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of

Biobased Products under Service and Construction Contracts and 52.223-17 Affirmative Procurement of EPA-designated

Items in Service and Construction Contracts

The Contractor shall utilize products and material made from biobased materials (e.g. biobased greases, biobased hydraulic fluids, biobased absorbents) to the maximum extent possible in the performance of this contract without jeopardizing the intended end use or detracting from the overall quality delivered to the end user. All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to applicable Federal specifications and standards. Information about this requirement and a catalog of products are available at the BioPreferred Web Site.

The Contractor shall utilize products and material to the maximum extent possible in the performance of this contract from EPA’s list of designated products and the accompanying recommendations for post-consumer content and recovered materials content in the following eight categories: Construction products, Landscaping products, Nonpaper Office

Products, Paper and Paper Products, Park and Recreation products, Transportation Products, Vehicular Products, and

Miscellaneous Products.

http://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/ http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/tools/cpg/products/index.htm

Compliance with the USDA Biobased requirements requires Contractors to report the purchase of biobased products under service and construction contracts through the System for Award Management (https://SAM.gov) and provide a copy of the report to the Contracting Officer.

1.1 Sustainable products identified for this solicitation:

The following is a list of categories for biopreferred products and EPA products that that may be used i n t h e performance of this contract. The list is not all inclusive; the Contractor shall research for available products.

1.1.1 BioPreferredProducts:

a Diesel Fuel Additives

(1) Any substance, other than one composed solely of carbon and/or hydrogen, that is intentionally added to diesel fuel (including any added to a motor vehicle's fuel system) and that is not intentionally removed prior to sale or use.

(2) Neat biodiesel, also referred to as B100, when used as an additive. Diesel fuel additive does not mean neat biodiesel when used as a fuel or blended biodiesel fuel (e.g., B20). 90% - Minimum Biobased

Content.

b Hydraulic Fluids - Mobile Equipment Hydraulic fluids formulated for general use in nonstationary equipment, such as tractors, end loaders, or backhoes. 44% - Minimum Biobased Content.

c Penetrating Lubricants Products formulated to provide light lubrication and corrosion resistance in close tolerant internal and external applications including frozen nuts and bolts, power tools, gears, valves, chains, and cables. 68% -

Minimum Biobased Content.

d Greases - Truck Lubricants composed of oils thickened to a semisolid or solid consistency using soaps, polymers or other solids, or other thickeners. Lubricants that are designed for use on the fifth wheel of tractor trailer trucks onto which the semi-trailer rests and pivots. 71% - Minimum Biobased Content.

e Gear Lubricants Products, such as greases or oils, that are designed to reduce friction when applied to a toothed machine part (such as a wheel or cylinder) that meshes with another toothed part to transmit motion or to change speed or direction. 58% - Minimum Biobased Content.

f Fuel Conditioners Products formulated to improve the performance and efficiency of engines by providing benefits such as removing accumulated deposits, increasing lubricity, removing moisture, increasing the cetane number, and/or preventing microbial growths within the fuel system. 64% - Minimum Biobased Content.

g Erosion Control

Woven or non-woven fiber materials manufactured for use on construction, demolition, or other sites to prevent wind or water erosion of loose earth surfaces, which may be combined with seed and/or fertilizer to promote growth. 77% - Minimum Biobased Content.

h 2-Cycle Engine Oils

Lubricants designed for use in 2-cycle engines to provide lubrication, decreased spark plug fouling, reduced deposit formation, and/or reduced engine wear. 34% - Minimum Biobased Content.

1.1.2 EPA Designated Products:

Plastic trash bags, printer ribbons, toner cartridges, print & writing papers, Traffic Barricades, Traffic

Cones, Engine Coolants, Rebuilt Vehicular Parts, Re-refined lubricating oils, retread tires, manual grade strapping, signage, sorbents.

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SAFETY AND HEALTH

2.1.1 SUMMARY

A. References: In addition to publications referenced in the Contract and FAR 52.236-13, the following Code of

Federal Regulations (CFR) publications designate and define hazardous materials and conditions, and establish procedures for handling these materials and conditions.

1. 29 CFR, Part 1910: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) General Industry and

Health Standards.

2. 29 CFR, Part 1926: OSHA Construction Industry Standards.

3. 40 CFR, Part 61: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants.

4. 40 CFR, Part 261: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Characteristics of Hazardous Waste.

5. 40 CFR, Part 761, EPA Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), Manufacturing, Processing, Distribution in

Commerce and Use Prohibitions.

B. Acquisition of Publications: Referenced CFR publications may be purchased from the Superintendent of

Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

2.1.2 SAFETY MEETING

A. Prior to commencing construction, representatives of the Contractor, including the Superintendent, shall meet with the Government to review the Contract's safety and health requirements.

B. The Contractor's safety and health program shall be reviewed, and implementation of safety and health provisions pertinent to the Work shall be discussed.

2.1.3 COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS

A. Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable codes, standards and regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during execution of the Work. The Contractor shall have written safety and health programs in compliance with 29 CFR Parts

1910 and 1926.

2.1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Safety and Health Programs: The Contractor shall submit, for approval, copies of the project safety and health programs, as applicable to the work scope, or required as a result of the safety meeting, including but not necessarily limited to the following:

1. Occupational Noise Exposure.

2. Fall Protection.

3. Personnel Protective Equipment.

4. Control of Hazardous Energy.

5. Electrical Safety Related Work Practices.

6. Lead.

7. Respirator Protection.

8. Confined spaces.

9. Heavy Equipment Operation

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.2.1 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Special facilities, devices, equipment and similar items used by the Contractor in execution of the Work shall comply with 29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart I and other applicable regulations.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

2.3.1 EMERGENCY SUSPENSION OF WORK

A. In accordance with FAR 52.236-13, when the Contractor is notified by the Government, of noncompliance with safety or health provisions of the Contract, the Contractor shall immediately, correct the unsafe or unhealthy condition. In accordance with FAR 52.236-13 if the Contractor fails to comply promptly, all or part of the Work will be stopped by Government notice. The Contractor shall not be allowed any extension of time or compensation for damages in connection with a work stoppage for unsafe or unhealthy conditions.

2.3.2 PROTECTION OF PERSONNEL

A. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent injury to the public, occupants, or damage to property of others.

2.3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. Dispose of solid, liquid and gaseous contaminants in accordance with local codes, laws, ordinances and regulations.

B. Comply with applicable federal, state and local noise control laws, ordinances and regulations, including but not limited to 29 CFR 1910.95 and 29 CFR 1926.52.

SECTION D - Packaging and Marking

There are no applicable clauses in this section for this solicitation

SECTION E - Inspection and Acceptance

52.246-1 Contractor Inspection Requirements. (APR 1984)

The Contractor is responsible for performing or having performed all inspections and tests necessary to substantiate that the supplies or services furnished under this contract conform to contract requirements, including any applicable technical requirements for specified manufacturers' parts. This clause takes precedence over any Government inspection and testing required in the contract's specifications, except for specialized inspections or tests specified to be performed solely by the Government.

(End of clause)

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction. (APR 1996)

(a) Definition. "Work" includes, but is not limited to, materials, workmanship, and manufacture and fabrication of components.

(b) The Contractor shall maintain an adequate inspection system and perform such inspections as will ensure that the work performed under the contract conforms to contract requirements. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government. All work shall be conducted under the general direction of the Contracting

Officer and is subject to Government inspection and test at all places and at all reasonable times before acceptance to ensure strict compliance with the terms of the contract.

(c) Government inspections and tests are for the sole benefit of the Government and do not -

(1) Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for providing adequate quality control measures;

(2) Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for damage to or loss of the material before acceptance;

(3) Constitute or imply acceptance; or

(4) Affect the continuing rights of the Government after acceptance of the completed work under paragraph (i) of this section.

(d) The presence or absence of a Government inspector does not relieve the Contractor from any contract requirement, nor is the inspector authorized to change any term or condition of the specification without the Contracting Officer's written authorization.

(e) The Contractor shall promptly furnish, at no increase in contract price, all facilities, labor, and material reasonably needed for performing such safe and convenient inspections and tests as may be required by the Contracting Officer. The

Government may charge to the Contractor any additional cost of inspection or test when work is not ready at the time specified by the Contractor for inspection or test, or when prior rejection makes reinspection or retest necessary. The

Government shall perform all inspections and tests in a manner that will not unnecessarily delay the work. Special, full size, and performance tests shall be performed as described in the contract.

(f) The Contractor shall, without charge, replace or correct work found by the Government not to conform to contract requirements, unless in the public interest the Government consents to accept the work with an appropriate adjustment in contract price. The Contractor shall promptly segregate and remove rejected material from the premises.

(g) If the Contractor does not promptly replace or correct rejected work, the Government may -

(1) By contract or otherwise, replace or correct the work and charge the cost to the Contractor; or

(2) Terminate for default the Contractor's right to proceed.

(h) If, before acceptance of the…