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USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Acquisition Service Team, Northern Tier, 1019 N. 5th Street, Custer, SD 57730 15 Calendar days after issuance of a Notice To Proceed

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

Fence Installation Shoshone National Forest

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT

c. COUNTY

AREA CODE

NSN 7540-01-152-8084

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AG-67T0-S-14-0090

Washakie RS Office Fence Installation Shoshone National Forest

PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

Washakie Ranger Station Office Fence Installation Shoshone National Forest Fremont County

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS:

Cost

TOTAL

NEW --- Invoice Processing Platform

The "Submit Invoice-to" address for USDA orders is the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The contractor must follow the instructions on how to register and submit invoices via IPP as prescribed in the previous communications from USDA and Treasury. All invoices are to be submitted via the electronic Invoice Processing Platform. This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S. Department of Treasury and you can find more information at this website https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm. Please make sure that your company has registered at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollment-vendors.htm to establish your account.

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Scope of Contract Work for this project consists of installing polymer coated chain-link fencing and gates around the Washakie Ranger Station Office lot.

Project Location

This project is located at the Washakie Ranger Station Office, 333 East Main Street, Lander, Fremont County, Wyoming.

PRICE RANGE

The Government’s estimate is under $25,000.

APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS (ROAD PROJECTS)

Standard and Supplemental Specifications for FP-03 shown in the specification listing contained in the attachments are applicable to this contract. All specifications not included in the specification listing but referenced by listed specifications, are applicable. The Supplemental Specifications shown on the specification list are physically attached.

AGAR 452.211-73 ATTACHMENTS TO STATEMENT OF WORK/SPECIFICATIONS (FEB 1988)

The attachments to the Statement of Work/Specifications listed in Section J are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

SECTION 010250 DEFINITION OF BID ITEMS AND

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The intent of this section is to explain, in general; what is and what is not included in a bid item; the limits or cut-off points where one bid item ends and another begins; and method of measurements and basis of payment for work items listed in the Bid Item Schedule.

B. Work:

1. Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and other incidentals necessary to successfully complete the project or any portion of it, and carrying out all duties and obligations imposed by the contract on the Contractor.

2. For each individual item listed here and in the Schedule of Items, payment shall be full compensation for all work related to the particular item in accordance with these specifications, as shown on the drawings, and as staked in the field.

3. Measurement and payment for contract work shall be made only for and under those pay items included in the Schedule of Items. All other work and materials shall be considered incidental or as included in the payment for items shown.

1.2 DETERMINATION OF QUANTITIES

A. The contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, all measurement of quantities of materials incorporated into the work processes that are to be measured under the provisions of the contract.

B. Quantity Measurements:

1. The Contractor shall make all measurements for computation of quantities for all work items except those specified for payment by Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ).

2. The contractor shall compute the quantities for periodic progress payments; the Contracting Officer shall compute the quantities for the final payment based on measurements taken by the Contractor.

3. All Contractor measurements are subject to verification.

4. The Contractor shall submit all field notes, calculation sheets, and other data used to determine quantities.

5. The Contractor shall certify in writing as to the accuracy of the measurements and computations submitted.

C. The following measurements and calculations are used to determine contract quantities.

1. For individual construction items, longitudinal and lateral measurements for area computations shall be made horizontally or corrected to horizontal measurement unless otherwise specified.

2. Structures shall be measured according to neat lines shown on the drawings or as altered by the Contracting Officer, in writing, to fit field conditions.

3. For items that are measured by the linear foot, such as pipe culverts, fencing, guardrail, and under drains, measurements shall be made parallel to the base or foundation upon which the structures are placed. Pipes shall be measured along center of invert.

4. For standard manufactured items—such as fence, wire, plates, rolled shapes, pipe conduits—identified by gauge, weight, section dimensions, and so forth, such identifications shall be considered the nominal weights or dimensions. Unless controlled by tolerances in cited specifications, manufacturer’s tolerances shall be accepted.

1.3 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

A. Payment shall be by units defined and determined according to U.S. Standard measure and by the following:

B. Each: One complete unit, which may consist of one or more parts.

C. Linear Foot: Linear feet measured horizontally.

D. Lump Sum: Do not measure directly. The bid amount is complete payment for all work described in the contract and necessary to complete the work for that item.

E. Square Yard: 9 square feet. Longitudinal and transverse measurements for area computations will be made horizontally. Do not make deductions from the area computation for individual fixtures having an area of 9 square feet or less.

F. Where tolerances are shown in the contract, they are intended to define reasonably close conformity. Adjustments of horizontal or vertical alignment, within the tolerances specified in this contract, or shifts of balance points up to 100 feet shall be made by the contractor as necessary to produce the designed roadway sections and to balance earthwork. Such adjustments shall not be considered as “Changes.

PART 2 - METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

2.1 GENERAL

A. One of the following methods of measurement for determining final payment is designated on the Schedule of Items for each pay item:

B. LUMP SUM QUANTITIES (LSQ)

1. These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They shall be measured complete and in-place.

PART 3 – DEFINITION OF BID ITEMS

3.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. The project Schedule of Items includes several sections to organize the bid items. Contractor shall provide item pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items. Contract award will be made for all Bid Items.

BID ITEMS

Bid Item 150(01) – Mobilization.

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all activities necessary to accomplish the work at the project site, including but not limited to the following: move personnel, equipment, material, and incidentals to the project, insurance and bonds; all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary for installation of fencing and gates.

Bid Item 323113– Fence and gate installation.

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all activities necessary to accomplish the work at the project site, including but not limited to the following: all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary to install fencing and gates.

END OF SECTION 010250

SECTION 011000 SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Work for this project requires the Contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, freight and delivery, required to install fencing and gates.

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at the Washakie Ranger Station on the Shoshone National Forest.

B. Figure 1 shows the approximate location of gates and fencing. The Figure is Not To Scale and placement shall coincide with staking on ground.

Figure 1. Approximate location of gates and fence.

1.3 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

A. The elevation of the site is approximately 5,400 feet above mean sea level. The construction site experiences cold temperatures and wind.

B. Disposal of debris shall be in the nearest sanitary landfill.

1.4 WORK PHASES

A. The Work shall be conducted in one phase.

B. Before commencing Work, submit a work schedule showing the sequence, commencement and completion dates, and move-out and -in dates of Government's personnel for the Work.

1.5 USE OF PREMISES

A. General: The ranger station is currently occupied and Contractor shall have limited use of premises.

B. Work can be done on weekends if coordinated with COR.

C. Use of Site: Limit use of premises to access areas and construction areas.

1. Government Occupancy: Allow for Government occupancy of Project site.

2. Driveways and Entrances: Driveways may be used for staging. Keep driveways, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

a. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

D. Use of Existing Building: Repair damage caused by construction operations. Protect building and its occupants during construction period.

1.6 GOVERNMENT'S OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS

A. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy site and building during entire construction period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government and authorities having jurisdiction.

1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet (8 m) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

B. Utility Outages/Interruptions - Water/Sewer/Electricity/Telephone/Data:

1. May be permitted with the approval of CO:

a. Normal workdays: between 8 AM and 4:30 PM, or as approved by CO.

b. Non-workdays: as approved by CO.

c. All other times: as approved by CO.

1.8 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO.

B. Contractor shall provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Contractor shall minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.

C. Preservation of Natural Features: Confines all operations to work limits of the project.

Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

D. Existing Utilities: Notify CO and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

1. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

2. Interruption of Existing Utility Service: Notify CO, two (2) working days in advance of any interruption of existing utilities.

1.9 CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION

A. Materials for construction and construction vehicles and equipment may be stockpiled and staged at the project site in an area designated by the Contracting Officer.

B. The Contractor shall take precautions to protect all work during the construction period.

C. The Contractor is responsible for safeguarding the public and employees from construction operations.

1.10 MEALS AND LODGING

A. Meals and lodging are commercially available in Lander, WY. Meals or lodging will not be available at Forest Service facilities.

1.11 CAMPING

A. The Contractor shall not be allowed to camp on site.

1.12 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

1.13 PERMITS

A. None required.

END OF SECTION 011000

SECTION 011700 ACCIDENT PREVENTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The work of this section consists of establishing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Injury and Illness Prevention Plan: Before on-site work begins, submit a company executive approved Injury and Illness Prevention Plan that will be posted in the contract file. This Injury and Illness Prevention Plan shall address all Federal, State, and Local Occupational Safety and Health that apply to this project. No progress payments will be processed until the plan is received. As a minimum, the plan shall include:

1. Name, position title and point of contact information of company executive responsible for approving the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan.

2. Name and point of contact information of supervisor responsible to carry out the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan.

3. Specific contingency plans for emergency action purposes such as medical, fire, hazard material spills and other contract assessed hazard prevention and abatement requirement needs that apply to this project.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and Responsibilities" of the General Provisions. In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualifications of Employees

1. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. To as great an extent as possible, do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

3. Operators of vehicles, mobile equipment, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

1.4 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the CO a CA-1 form, which may be obtained from CO.

B. All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the CO as soon as possible and assist the CO and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRST AID FACILITIES: provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

2.2 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

2.3 BARRIERS: see division 1 section “Temporary Facilities and Controls” for barriers.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS: post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

3.2 ESCAPE ROUTES: provide and maintain adequate escape routes at all times in accordance with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101-91). No corridor, aisle, stairway, door, or exit shall be obstructed or used in a manner that interferes with escape routes.

3.3 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition.

Clean, sanitize, and repair, as appropriate, personal items before issuing them to another individual.

B. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.4 SAFETY MEETING

A. As a minimum, conduct weekly 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite.

B. Conduct monthly safety meetings for all levels of supervision. Notify the CO so that he may attend. These meetings shall be used to review the effectiveness of the Contractor's safety effort, to resolve current health and safety problems, to provide a forum for planning safe construction activities, and for updating the accident prevention program. The CO will enter the results of the meetings into his daily log.

3.5 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. A hard hat area will be designated by the CO. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the CO.

B. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary protective equipment at all times. As a minimum, provide three hard hats for use by visitors.

3.6 TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

B. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

END OF SECTION 011700

SECTION 013300 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 REQUIREMENTS

A. The Contractor shall submit all information necessary to insure compliance. The Con- tractor shall submit information at least five (5) working days prior to beginning the associated work.

B. Submittals and approvals by the Contracting Officer (CO) shall be required for all products not specified in the Contract or where the Contractor wishes to use an ap- proved equal. Submittals are not required where Contractor proposed to use exact product specified (i.e. exact model and manufacturer specified).

C. Products installed by the Contractor and not approved by the CO are subject to remov- al and reinstallation with an approved product at the Contractor’s expense.

1.2 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

B. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for resub- mittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Allow 10 working days for initial review of each submittal. Al- low additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial sub- mittal.

3. Allow 10 working days for processing each resubmittal.

4. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing.

C. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identifica- tion.

1. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Other necessary identification.

D. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless CO observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

F. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by CO in connection with construction.

2.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit two (2) copies (manufacturer’s literature, shop drawings, samples, test reports, etc.) to the CO for approval on the items required herein.

1. Information must be adequate to determine compliance with specifications.

B. Schedule of Values: Following award, provide a Schedule of Values schedule listing main types of work in CSI format with associated costs.

C. Contractor's Construction Schedule:

1. Provide a construction schedule.

2. The following submittal is required following award of contract for review and/or approval pursuant to contract provisions:

Cost breakdown schedule listing main types of work and totaling amount of contract

D. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements.

E. 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.

F. Maintenance Data: Prepare written and graphic instructions and procedures for operation and normal maintenance of products and equipment. Comply with requirements in Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures."

G. 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.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to CO.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

C. CO will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

END OF SECTION 013300

SECTION 017700 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART - 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. Operation and maintenance manuals.

3. Warranties.

4. Instruction of Government personnel.

5. Final cleaning.

1.2 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

A. Section 015000 – Temporary Facilities and Controls

1.3 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: the Date certified by the Contracting Officer when construction is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so the Government can occupy or utilize the Work or designated portion thereof for the use for which it is intended, as expressed in the Contract Documents.

B. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final certifications, and similar documents.

3. Prepare and submit Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals, Final Completion construction photographs and photographic negatives, damage or settlement surveys, property surveys, and similar final record information.

4. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Government. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

5. Complete final cleaning requirements.

6. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

C. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of un- fulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

1.4 FINAL COMPLETION

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

1. Submit certified copy of CO’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise re- solved for acceptance.

2. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

3. Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of equipment, and systems.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous in- spections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

1.5 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Preparation: Submit three copies of list. Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are out- side the limits of construction.

1. Organize items applying to each space by major element, including categories for equipment, and building systems.

1.6 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Assemble a complete set of operation and maintenance data indicating the operation and maintenance of each system, subsystem, and piece of equipment not part of a system. Include operation and maintenance data required in individual Specification Sections and as follows:

1. Operation Data: Include emergency instructions and procedures, system and equipment descriptions, operating procedures, and sequence of operations.

2. Maintenance Data: Include manufacturer's information, list of spare parts, maintenance procedures, maintenance and service schedules for preventive and routine maintenance, and copies of warranties and bonds.

1.7 WARRANTIES

A. Submittal Time: Submit written warranties on request of CO for designated portions of the Work where commencement of warranties other than date of Substantial Completion is indicated.

B. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of the Project Manual.

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 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

A. Instruction: Instruct Government personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain systems, subsystems, and equipment not part of a system.

1. Provide instruction at mutually agreed-on times.

2. Schedule training with Government, through CO, with at least seven day’s advance notice.

3.2 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 anti- pollution regulations.

B. Cleaning: Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning.

Clean each surface or unit to condition expected in an average commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

a. 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.

b. Sweep paved areas broom clean. Remove petrochemical spills, stains, and other foreign deposits.

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

d. Remove labels that are not permanent.

e. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces. Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily re- paired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

f. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

C. Comply with safety standards for cleaning. Do not burn waste materials. Do not bury debris or excess materials on Government property. Do not discharge volatile, harmful, or dangerous materials into drainage systems. Remove waste materials from Project site and dispose of lawfully.

END OF SECTION 017700

SECTION 323113

CHAIN-LINK FENCES AND GATES

GENERAL

RELATED DOCUMENTS

Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, and the “Standard Specifications of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects-FP-03” apply to this Section.

SUMMARY

This Section includes the following:

Galvanized steel chain-link fabric w/ polymer coating.

Galvanized steel framework.

Galvanized steel gates.

Related Sections include the following:

Section 312000 "Earthwork" for filling and for grading work.

Table 601-1-Minor Concrete Structures Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute Product Manual (CLFMI- PM 2445)

DEFINITIONS

CLFMI: Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute.

SUBMITTALS

Product Data: Material descriptions, construction details, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for the following:

Fence and gate posts, rails, and fittings.

Chain-link fabric, reinforcements, and attachments.

Gates and hardware.

Shop Drawings: Show locations of fence, each gate, posts, rails, and tension wires and details of extended posts, extension arms, gate swing, or other operation, hardware, and accessories. Indicate materials, dimensions, sizes, weights, and finishes of components. Include plans, elevations, sections, gate swing and other required installation and operational clearances, and details of post anchorage and attachment and bracing. Approval of the Contracting Officer’s Representative must be received before ordering products.

Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of chain-link fences and gates certifying that products furnished comply with requirements.

Qualification Data: For firms and persons specified in "Quality Assurance" Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, names and addresses of architects and owners, and other information specified.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Installer Qualifications: An experienced installer who has completed chain-link fences and gates similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project and whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

Source Limitations for Chain-Link Fences and Gates: Obtain each color, grade, finish, type, and variety of component for chain-link fences and gates from one source with resources to provide chain-link fences and gates of consistent quality in appearance and physical properties.

PROJECT CONDITIONS

Field Measurements: Verify layout information for chain-link fences and gates shown on Drawings in relation to property survey and existing structures. Verify dimensions by field measurements.

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Payment will be lump sum for the chain-link fence and will include the excavation and backfill, concrete supports, posts, fencing, privacy slats, gates, hinges, and all equipment, material, work and incidentals within 5 feet of the fence required to complete the item.

PRODUCTS

CHAIN-LINK FENCE FABRIC

Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric: Provide fabric fabricated in one-piece widths for fencing in height of 6 feet (1.83 m). Comply with CLFMI's "Product Manual" and with requirements indicated below:

Mesh and Wire Size: 1-3/4-inch (44-mm) mesh, Gauge 9-0.148-inch (3.76 mm) diameter Polymer Coated Fabric: ASTM F668, Class 2, with the following minimum requirements:

Class 2a: Extruded and adhered.

Color in compliance with ASTM F934. Supply palette to the CO for color selection.

Fabric selvage: Knuckled at both ends.

INDUSTRIAL FENCE FRAMING

Round Steel Pipe: Standard weight, Schedule 40, galvanized steel pipe complying with ASTM F 1083. Comply with ASTM F 1043, Material Design Group IA, external and internal coating Type A, consisting of not less than 1.8-oz./sq. ft. (0.55-kg/sq. m) zinc; and the following strength and stiffness requirements:

Line, End, Corner, and Pull Posts and Top Rail: Per requirements for Light Industrial Fence.

Roll-Formed Steel Shapes: C-sections or other shape, produced from structural steel. Comply with ASTM F 1043, Material Design Group II, with minimum yield strength of 45,000 psi (310 MPa); and the following coating and strength and stiffness requirements:

Coating: Type A, consisting of not less than minimum 2.0-oz./sq. ft. (0.61-kg/sq. m) average zinc coating per ASTM A 123/A 123M.

Post Brace Rails: Match top rail for coating and strength and stiffness requirements. Provide brace rail with truss rod assembly for each gate, end, and pull post. Provide two brace rails extending in opposing directions, each with truss rod assembly, for each corner post and for pull posts. Provide rail ends and clamps for attaching rails to posts.

Top Rails: Fabricate top rail from lengths 21 feet (6.4 m) or longer, with swedged-end or fabricated for expansion-type coupling, forming a continuous rail along top of chain-link fabric.

GATES

Metal Pipe and Tubing: Galvanized steel. Comply with ASTM F 1083 and ASTM F 1043 for materials and protective coatings.

Frames and Bracing: Fabricate from round or square galvanized steel tubing with outside dimension and weight according to ASTM F 1184 for the following gate characteristics:

Gate Fabric Height: 6 feet (1.83 m).

Gate Posts: Fabricate members from round galvanized steel pipe with outside dimension and minimum weight according to ASTM F 1184 for the following gate characteristics:

2 @ 24’ wide by 6’ high swing gates.

1 @ 24’ wide by 6’ high horizontal sliding gate.

Hardware: Latches permitting operation from both sides of gate, locking devices roller assemblies and stops, fabricated from galvanized steel. Fabricate latches with integral eye openings for padlocking; padlock accessible from both sides of gate.

FITTINGS

General: Provide fittings for a complete fence installation, including special fittings for corners. Comply with ASTM F 626.

Post and Line Caps: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel or hot-dip galvanized cast iron. Provide weathertight closure cap for each post.

Rail and Brace Ends: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel or hot-dip galvanized cast iron. Provide rail ends or other means for attaching rails securely to each gate, corner, pull, and end post.

Rail Fittings: Provide the following:

Top Rail Sleeves: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel or round steel tubing. Not less than 6 inches (153 mm) long.

Rail Clamps: Hot-dip galvanized pressed Tension and Brace Bands: Hot-dip galvanized pressed steel Tension Bars: Hot-dip galvanized steel, length not less than 2 inches (50 mm) shorter than full height of chain-link fabric. Provide one bar for each gate and end post, and two for each corner and pull post, unless fabric is integrally woven into post.

Pipe Sleeves: For posts set into concrete, provide preset hot-dip galvanized steel pipe sleeves complying with ASTM A 53, not less than 6 inches (150 mm) long with inside dimensions not less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) more than outside dimension of post, and flat steel plate forming bottom closure.

CONCRETE

Conform to Table 601-1.

Table 601-1: Composition of Minor Structure Concrete.

EXECUTION

EXAMINATION

Examine areas and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for site clearing, earthwork, pavement work, and other conditions affecting performance.

Do not begin installation before final grading is completed, unless otherwise permitted by Contracting Officer’s Representative.

Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

PREPARATION

Stake locations of fence lines, gates, and terminal posts. Indicate locations of utilities, lawn sprinkler system, underground structures, benchmarks, and property monuments.

INSTALLATION

General: Install chain-link fencing to comply with ASTM F 567 and more stringent requirements specified.

Install fencing on established boundary lines inside property line.

Post Excavation: Drill or hand-excavate holes for posts to diameter and spacing indicated, in firm, undisturbed or compacted soil.

Post Setting: Hand-excavate holes for post foundations in firm, undisturbed or compacted soil. Set gate and gate operator-mounting posts in concrete footing. Protect portion of posts aboveground from concrete splatter. Place concrete around posts and vibrate or tamp for consolidation. Using mechanical devices to set line posts per ASTM F 567 is permitted. Verify that posts are set plumb, aligned, and at correct height and spacing, and hold in position during placement and finishing operations until concrete is sufficiently cured.

Dimensions and Profile: As indicated on Drawings.

Exposed Concrete Footings: Extend concrete 2 inches (50 mm) above grade, smooth, and shape to shed water.

Posts Set into Concrete in Sleeves: Use steel pipe sleeves preset and anchored into concrete for installing posts. After posts have been inserted into sleeves, fill annular space between post and sleeve with non-shrink, non-metallic grout, mixed and placed to comply with anchoring material manufacturer's written instructions, and finished sloped to drain water away from post.

Posts Set into Concrete in Voids: Form or core drill holes not less than 5 inches (125 mm) deep and 3/4 inch (20 mm) larger than OD of post. Clean holes of loose material, insert posts, and fill annular space between post and concrete with nonshrink, nonmetallic grout, mixed and placed to comply with anchoring material manufacturer's written instructions, and finished sloped to drain water away from post.

CHAIN-LINK FENCE INSTALLATION

Terminal Posts: Locate terminal end, corner, and gate posts per ASTM F 567 and terminal pull posts at changes in horizontal or vertical alignment of 30 degrees or more.

Line Posts: Space line posts uniformly at 8 feet o.c.

Post Bracing Assemblies: Install according to ASTM F 567, maintaining plumb position and alignment of fencing. Install braces at end and gate posts and at both sides of corner and pull posts. Locate horizontal braces at mid-height of fabric on fences with top rail and at two-thirds fabric height on fences without top rail. Install so posts are plumb when diagonal rod is under proper tension.

Top Rail: Install according to ASTM F 567, maintaining plumb position and alignment of fencing. Run rail continuously through line post caps, bending to radius for curved runs and terminating into rail end attached to posts or post caps fabricated to receive rail at terminal posts. Provide expansion couplings as recommended by fencing manufacturer.

Chain-Link Fabric: Apply fabric to outside of enclosing framework. Leave 2 inches (50 mm) between finish grade, or surface and bottom selvage, unless otherwise indicated. Pull fabric taut and tie to posts, rails, and tension wires. Anchor to framework so fabric remains under tension after pulling force is released.

Tension or Stretcher Bars: Thread through fabric and secure to end, corner, pull, and gate posts with tension bands spaced not more than 15 inches (380 mm) o.c.

Tie Wires: Use wire of proper length to firmly secure fabric to line posts and rails. Attach wire at one end to chain-link fabric, wrap wire around post a minimum of 180 degrees, and attach other end to chain-link fabric per ASTM F 626. Bend ends of wire to minimize hazard to individuals and clothing.

Maximum Spacing: Tie fabric to line posts 12 inches (304 mm) o.c. and to braces 24 inches (609 mm) o.c.

GATE INSTALLATION

General: Install gates according to manufacturer's written instructions, level, plumb, and secure for full opening without interference. Attach fabric as for fencing. Attach hardware using tamper-resistant or concealed means. Install ground-set items in concrete for anchorage. Adjust hardware for smooth operation and lubricate where necessary.

2 @ 24’ Swing Gates: Installation of swing gates and gateposts in compliance with ASTM F567. Direction of swing shall be inward. Gates shall be plumb in the closed position having a bottom clearance of 3 in. (76 mm) grade permitting. Hinge and latch offset opening space from the gate frame to the post shall be no greater than 3 in. (76 mm) in the closed position. Double gate drop bar receivers shall be set in a concrete footing minimum 6 in. (152 mm) diameter 24 in. (609.6 mm) deep. Gate leaf holdbacks shall be installed for all double gates.

1 @ 24’ Horizontal Sliding Gate: Install in accordance with ASTM F567. Gates shall be plumb in the closed position, installed to slide with an initial pull force no greater than 40 lbs. (18.14 kg). Double gate drop bar receivers to be installed in a concrete footing minimum 6 in. (152 mm) diameter, 24 in. (609.6 mm) deep. Roller guards and guide posts must be installed on Type I external roller cantilever slide gate in compliance with ASTM F1184. Ground clearance shall be 3 in. (76 mm), grade permitting.

ADJUSTING

Gates: Adjust gates to operate smoothly, easily, and quietly, free from binding, warp, excessive deflection, distortion, nonalignment, misplacement, disruption, or malfunction, throughout entire operational range. Confirm that latches and locks engage accurately and securely without forcing or binding.

END OF SECTION 32113

SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

{For this Solicitation, there are NO clauses in this Section}

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

F-2 FAR 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later 15 calendar days. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

DESIGNATION OF CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE

The Contracting Officer will designate a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) at the time of contract award.

The COR is responsible for administering the performance of work under this contract. In no event, however, will any understanding, agreement, modification, change order, or other matter deviating from the terms of this contract be effective or binding upon the Government unless formalized by proper contractual documents executed by the Contracting Officer prior to completion of the contract.

The Contracting Officer should be informed as soon as possible of any actions or inactions by the Contractor or the Government which will change the required delivery or completion times stated in the contract, and the contract will be modified accordingly. (This does not apply to individual task assignments which were issued by the COR provided they do not affect the delivery schedule or performance period stated in the contract).

On all matters that pertain to the contract terms the Contractor must communicate with the Contracting Officer. Whenever, in the opinion of the Contractor, the COR requests effort outside the scope of the contract, the Contractor should so advise the COR. If the COR persists and there still exists a disagreement as to proper contractual coverage, the Contracting Officer should be notified immediately, preferably in writing if time permits. Proceeding with work without proper contractual coverage could result in nonpayment or necessitate submittal of a contract claim.

AGAR 452.215-73 POST AWARD CONFERENCE (NOV 1996)

A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled and held within 10 days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at a mutually agreed upon location.

Payment will be made at the awarded bid item price for satisfactorily completed work. Partial payment may be authorized by the Contracting Officer.

This contract incorporates the Davis Bacon Wage Rates. Weekly payrolls are mandatory and must be turned into the Contracting…