Supplemental_Specs.pdf

FOREST SERVICE SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

Preface

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

151 - Mobilization

152 - Construction Survey and Staking

153 - Contractor Quality Control

154 - Contractor Sampling and Testing

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts

156 - Public Traffic

157 - Soil Erosion Control

171 - Weed and Disease Prevention

201 - Clearing and Grubbing

203 - Removal of Structures and Obstructions

204 - Excavation and Embankment

209 - Structure Excavation and Backfill

211 - Roadway Obliteration

212 - Linear Grading

230 - Roadside Brushing

251 - Riprap

303 - Road Reconditioning

602 - Culverts and Drains

603 - Structural Plate Structures

607 - Cleaning, Reconditioning, and Repairing Existing Drainage Structures

622 - Rental Equipment

625 - Turf Establishment

635 - Temporary Traffic Control

650 - Road Closure Devices

703 - Aggregate

705 - Rock

718 - Traffic Signing and Marking Material

PREFACE

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The Forest Service, US Department of Agriculture has adopted FP-03 for construction of National Forest System Roads.

101 - TERMS, FORMAT, AND DEFINITIONS

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101.01 MEANING OF TERMS

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101.03 ABBREVIATIONS.

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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

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mp Milepost ppm Part Per Million

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101.04 DEFINITIONS

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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.

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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.

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Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms.

102 - BID, AWARD, AND EXECUTION OF CONTRACT

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102 BID, AWARD, AND EXECUTION OF CONTRACT

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103 - SCOPE OF WORK

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DELETIONS

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104 - CONTROL OF WORK

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DELETIONS

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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

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105.02 MATERIAL SOURCES

(a) Government-provided sources

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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.

(b) Contractor-provided sources

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All material (e.g., soil, gravel, sand, borrow, aggregate, etc.) transported onto National Forest System land or incorporated into the work will be weed-free. The Contracting Officer may request written documentation of methods used to determine the weed-free status of any and all materials furnished by the contractor. Contractor-provided expertise and methods to establish weed-free status must be appropriate for the weeds of concern in the local area. The following applies to this contract.

A Forest Service weed specialist will inspect proposed sources to determine weed-free status.

Provide the Contracting Officer written notification of proposed material sources 5 days prior to use. Written approval of the specific source will be provided to the contractor. If weed species are present in the proposed source, appropriate mitigation measures may allow conditional use of the source as required by the Contracting Officer.

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105.05 USE OF MATERIAL FOUND IN THE WORK

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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.

106 - ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

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106.01 CONFORMITY WITH CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

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Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction.

References to standard test methods of AASHTO, ASTM, GSA, and other recognized standard authorities refer to the methods in effect on the date of solicitation for bids.

Perform all work to the lines, grades, cross-sections, dimensions, and processes or material requirements shown on the plans or specified in the contract.

Incorporate manufactured materials into the work according to the manufacturer’s recommendations or to these specifications, whichever is more strict.

Plan dimensions and contract specification values are the values to be strived for and complied with as the design values from which any deviations are allowed. Perform work and provide material that is uniform in character and reasonably close to the prescribed value or within the specified tolerance range. The purpose of a tolerance range is to accommodate occasional minor variations from the median zone that are unavoidable for practical reasons.

When standard manufactured items are specified (such as fence, wire, plates, rolled shapes, pipe conduits, etc., that are identified by gauge, unit mass, section dimensions, etc.), the identification will be considered to be nominal masses or dimensions. Unless specific contract tolerances are noted, established manufacturing tolerances will be accepted.

The Government may inspect, sample, or test all work at any time before final acceptance of the project. When the Government tests work, copies of test reports are furnished to the Contractor upon request. Government tests may or may not be performed at the work site. If Contractor testing and inspection is verified by the Government, the Contractor’s results may be used by the Government to evaluate work for acceptance. Do not rely on the availability of Government test results for process control.

Acceptable work conforming to the contract will be paid for at the contract unit bid price. Four methods of determining conformity and accepting work are described in Subsections 106.02 to 106.05 inclusive. The primary method of acceptance is specified in each Section of work. However, work may be rejected at any time it is found by any of the methods not to comply with the contract.

Remove and replace work that does not conform to the contract, or to prevailing industry standards where no specific contract requirements are noted, at no cost to the Government.

(a) Disputing Government test results If the accuracy of Government test results is disputed, promptly inform the CO. If the dispute is unresolved after reasonable steps are taken to resolve the dispute, further evaluation may be obtained by written request. Include a narrative describing the dispute and a proposed resolution protocol that addresses the following:

(1) Sampling method;

(2) Number of samples;

(3) Sample transport;

(4) Test procedures;

(5) Testing laboratories;

(6) Reporting;

(7) Estimated time and costs; and

(8) Validation process.

If the evaluation requires additional sampling or testing be performed, mutually agree with the Government on witnessing procedures and on sampling and testing by a third party laboratory. Use a third party laboratory accredited by the AASHTO accreditation program. Provide proof of the laboratory’s accreditation for the test procedures to be used. Do not use the same laboratory that produced the disputed Government test results or that produced the test results used as a basis for the dispute.

The CO will review the proposed resolution protocol and may modify it before final approval and execution.

The Government will use the approved resolution protocol test results to determine the validity of the disputed testing. If the Government test results are validated, the Contractor will be responsible for all costs associated with developing and performing the resolution protocol. If the Government test results are not validated, the Government will be responsible for all costs associated with developing and performing the resolution protocol. If the validity of the Government test results cannot be determined, the Contractor and Government will equally share all costs associated with developing and carrying out the resolution protocol.

(b) Alternatives to removing and replacing non-conforming work As an alternative to removal and replacement, the Contractor may submit a written request to:

(1) Have the work accepted at a reduced price; or

(2) Be given permission to perform corrective measures to bring the work into conformity.

The request must contain supporting rationale and documentation. Include references or data justifying the proposal based on an evaluation of test results, effect on service life, value of material or work, quality, aesthetics, and other tangible engineering basis. The CO will determine disposition of the nonconforming work.

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106.07 DELETE

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107 - LEGAL RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PUBLIC

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107.05 RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE CLAIMS

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107.06 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK

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“except as provided in Subsection 106.07”.

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107.09 LEGAL RELATIONSHIP OF THE PARTIES

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107.10 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

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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

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108 DELETE

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109 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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109 DELETIONS

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109.06 Pricing of Adjustments

109.07 Eliminated Work

109.08 Progress Payments

109.09 Final Payment

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109.02 MEASUREMENT TERMS AND DEFINITIONS.

(b) Contract quantity

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

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“(b) Cubic yard” to “(c) Cubic yard”.

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(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.

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(q) Actual quantity (AQ) These quantities are determined from measurements of completed work.

151 - MOBILIZATION

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Description

151.01 This work consists of moving personnel, equipment, material, and incidentals to the project and performing all work necessary before beginning work at the project site; obtaining of permits, insurance, and bonds. This work also includes washing and treating construction equipment and vehicles necessary for equipment transport to remove seeds, plants, and plant fragments before the equipment is used on Forest Service lands, according to the requirements within.

Construction Requirements

Wash the sides, tops, and undercarriages of all construction equipment. Remove all seeds, plants, plant fragments, dirt, and debris from the construction equipment. Only equipment inspected by the Forest Service will be allowed to operate within the project area. All subsequent move-ins of equipment to the project area will be treated in the same manner as the initial move-in. This requirement does not apply to cars, pickup trucks, and other vehicles that regularly travel between the construction site and areas off the National Forest.

Equipment will be considered free of soil, seed, and other such debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment, components or the need for specialized inspection tools is not required.

Notify the CO in writing at least 72 hours before moving any construction equipment onto the national forest. Notification will include an agreed upon location where the equipment will be available for inspection by the Forest Service. Inspection will be required after every cleaning.

Use methods of cleaning and locations for cleaning approved by the CO.

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

New infestations of noxious weeds of concern to Forest Service and identified by either Contractor or Forest Service, in the Project Area or on the haul route, will be promptly reported to the other party.

Contractor and Forest Service will agree on treatment methods to reduce or stop the spread of noxious weeds when new infestations are found. A current list of noxious weeds of concern to Forest Service is available at each Forest Service office.

Measurement

151.02 Clean equipment prior to moving onto this project. The initial cleaning will not be included in the measurement for payment. Payment for cleaning will only be made if subsequent cleanings are ordered by the CO. Measurement shall be on an “each” basis, meaning one complete cleaning of all equipment required for this contract. Subsequent cleanings necessitated by the Contractor’s actions but not directed by the CO will not be included in the measurement for payment.

Measure mobilization according to Subsection 109.02.

Payment

151.03 The accepted quantity, measured as provided in Subsection 109.02, will be paid at the contract price per unit of measurement for the Section 151 pay item shown in the bid schedule.

Payment will be full compensation for the work prescribed in this Section. See Subsection 109.05.

Progress payments for mobilization lump sum will be paid as follows:

(a) If applicable, bond premiums will be reimbursed according to FAR Clause 52.232-5 Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, after receipt of the evidence of payment.

(b) When 5 percent of the original contract amount is earned from other bid items, 50 percent of the mobilization item, or 5 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

(c) When 10 percent of the original contract amount is earned from other bid items, 100 percent of the mobilization item, or 10 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

(d) Any portion of the mobilization item in excess of 10 percent of the original contract amount will be paid after final acceptance.

Include all costs associated with the initial cleaning of equipment in the unit bid price for Mobilization.

Cleaning for subsequent move-ins will not be paid for unless after a suspension ordered by the CO.

152 - CONSTRUCTION SURVEY AND STAKING

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Description

152.01 This work consists of furnishing qualified personnel and necessary equipment and material to survey, stake, calculate, and record data for the control of work. See FAR Clause 52.236-17 Layout of Work.

Personnel, equipment, and material shall conform to the following:

(a) Personnel. Furnish technically qualified survey crews experienced in highway construction survey and staking. Provide personnel capable of performing in a timely and accurate manner.

An acceptable crew supervisor shall be on the project whenever surveying/staking is in progress.

Conduct construction staking under the direct supervision of a professional engineer registered for the state in which work is completed.

(b) Equipment. Furnish survey instruments and supporting equipment capable of achieving the specified tolerances.

(c) Material. Furnish acceptable tools, supplies, and stakes of the type and quality normally used in highway survey work and suitable for the intended use. Furnish stakes and hubs of sufficient length to provide a solid set in the ground with sufficient surface area above ground for necessary legible markings.

Use required stake dimensions and materials. Pre-paint the top 2 inches of all stakes and lath, or mark them with plastic flagging. Use designated colors for paint or flagging. Mark all stakes with a stake pencil that leaves a legible imprint, or with waterproof ink.

Do not use aerosol spray paints in the field. Provide for the safe storage use and clean-up of paint when on National Forest System Lands. Immediately report all spills to the CO, clean-up and disposal of spills and painting waste shall be in accordance with Federal state and local requirements.

Use moisture-resistant paper for survey notes. Keep notes in books with covers that will protect the contents and retain the pages in numerical sequence. At the conclusion of each road segment, the registered engineer shall affix the state authorized seal and sign all field books and drawings and attest in writing to the satisfactory completion of the project.

152.02 GENERAL When indicated on the plans, a preliminary survey line has been established on the ground. The project location line is established by offsets from this preliminary line. Data relating to horizontal and vertical alignment, theoretical slope stake catch points, and other design data will be furnished.

Before beginning construction, notify the CO of any missing initial reference lines, control points, or stakes. Reestablish missing reference, control lines, or stakes as necessary to control subsequent construction staking operations

Perform additional calculations for convenient use of Government-furnished data. Provide immediate notification of apparent errors in the initial staking or in the furnished data.

Preserve all initial reference and control points. After beginning construction, replace all destroyed or disturbed initial reference or control points necessary to the work.

Before surveying or staking, discuss and coordinate the following with the CO:

(a) Surveying and staking methods;

(b) Stake marking;

(c) Grade control for courses of material;

(d) Referencing;

(e) Structure control; and

(f) Any other procedures and controls necessary for the work.

Survey and establish controls within the tolerances shown in Table 152-1.

Prepare field notes in an approved format. Furnish all survey notes at least weekly. All field notes and supporting documentation become the property of the Government upon completion of the work.

Start work only after staking for the affected work is accepted.

The construction survey and staking work may be spot-checked for accuracy, and unacceptable portions of work may be rejected. Resurvey rejected work, and correct work that is not within the tolerances specified in Table 152-1. Acceptance of the construction staking does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for correcting errors discovered during the work and for bearing all additional costs associated with the error.

Remove and dispose of all flagging, lath, stakes, and other staking material after the project is complete.

152.03 SURVEY AND STAKING REQUIREMENTS Perform all survey, staking, recording of data, and calculations as necessary to construct the project from the initial layout to final completion. Reset stakes as many times as necessary to construct the work.

(a) Control points Relocate initial horizontal and vertical control points in conflict with construction to areas that will not be disturbed by construction operations. Furnish the coordinates and elevations for the relocated points before the initial points are disturbed.

(b) Roadway cross-sections Take roadway cross-sections normal to centerline. When the centerline curve radius is less than or equal to 200 feet, take cross-sections at a maximum centerline spacing of 25 feet. When the centerline curve radius is greater than 200 feet, take cross-sections at a maximum centerline spacing of 80 feet. When the centerline curve radius is greater than 500 feet, take cross-sections at a maximum centerline spacing of 50 feet. Take additional cross-sections at significant breaks in topography and at changes in the typical section. Along each cross-section, measure and record points at breaks in topography, but no further apart than 20 feet. Measure and record points to at least the anticipated slope stake and reference locations. Reduce all cross-section distances to horizontal distances from centerline.

(c) Slope Stakes and References Locate slope stakes on designated portions of the road. Locate the slope stake catch points and use them to establish clearing limits and slope stake references.

Mark slope stakes with the station, the amount of cut or fill, the horizontal distance to centerline, and the slope ratios.

Place slope reference stakes at least 10 feet outside the clearing limit and mark with the offset distance to the slope stake.

Prior to clearing and grubbing operations, move the slope stake outside the clearing limit to the slope reference stake. After clearing and grubbing and before excavation, reset the slope stakes in their original position.

Use the designated method to establish the slope stake catchpoint.

Method I—Computed Method. Use the template information shown in the plans or other Government-provided data to calculate the actual location of the catchpoint. The slope stake “catchpoint distance” provided may be used as a trial location to initiate slope staking. Recatch slope stakes on any section that does not match the staking report within the tolerances established in Table 152-2.

Method II—Catchpoint Measurement Method. Determine the location of slope stake catchpoints by measuring the catchpoint distances shown in the plans or other Government-provided data.

(d) Clearing and grubbing limits Set clearing and grubbing limits on both sides of centerline at roadway cross-section locations.

Establish clearing limits on each side of the location line by measuring the required horizontal or slope distances shown in the stake notes. Mark the clearing limits with flagging or tags on trees to be left standing, or on lath. Make markings intervisible, and no more than 90 feet apart.

After establishing clearing limits, move the location line stake outside the clearing limits for station identification purposes, and mark it with horizontal distance to location line

(e) Centerline reestablishment Reestablish centerline from instrument control points. The maximum spacing between centerline points is 25 feet when the centerline curve radius is less than or equal to 200 feet. When the centerline curve radius is greater than 200 feet, the maximum distance between centerline points is 80 feet.

(f) Grade finishing stakes Set grade finishing stakes, for grade elevations and horizontal alignment, on centerline and on each shoulder at roadway cross-section locations. Set stakes at the top of subgrade and the top of each aggregate course.

Where turnouts are constructed, set stakes on centerline, on each normal shoulder, and on the shoulder of the turnout. In parking areas, set hubs at the center and along the edges of the parking area. Set stakes in all ditches to be paved.

When the centerline curve radius is less than or equal to 200 feet, the maximum centerline spacing for stakes is 25 feet. When the centerline curve radius is greater than 200 feet the maximum centerline spacing for stakes is 80 feet. The maximum transverse spacing between stakes is 20 feet. Use brushes or guard stakes at each stake.

(g) Culverts Stake culverts to fit field conditions, the final locations may differ from the plans. Set a culvert reference stake on the centerline of the culvert 10 feet from each end or beyond the clearing limit, whichever is greater. Record the following on culvert reference stakes:

(1) Diameter, actual field measured length, and type of culvert.

(2) The vertical and horizontal distance from the reference stake to the invert at the ends of the culvert.

(3) Station of actual point where culvert intersects centerline.

Stake headwall for culverts by setting a hub with a guard stake on each side of the culvert on line with the face of the headwall. Perform this work after clearing is completed.

(h) Bridges Set adequate horizontal and vertical control and reference points for all bridge substructure and superstructure components. Establish and reference the bridge chord or the bridge tangent. Also establish and reference the centerline of each pier, bent, and abutment.

(i) Retaining walls Survey and record profile measurements along the face of the proposed wall and 5 feet in front of the wall face. Every 25 feet along the length of the wall and at all major breaks in terrain take cross-sections within the limits designated by the CO. For each cross-section, measure and record points every 25 feet and at all major breaks in terrain. Set adequate references and horizontal and vertical control points.

(j) Borrow and waste sites Perform the work essential for initial layout and measurement of the borrow or waste site. Establish a referenced baseline, site limits, and clearing limits. Survey and record initial and final cross-sections.

(k) Permanent monuments and markers Perform all survey and staking necessary to establish permanent monuments and markers. Set permanent monuments according to Section 621.

(l) Miscellaneous survey and staking Perform all surveying, staking, and recording of data essential for establishing the layout and control of the following, as applicable:

(1) Approach roads and trails;

(2) Curb and gutter;

(3) Guardrail;

(4) Parking areas;

(5) Paved waterways;

(6) Special ditches;

(7) Turf establishment;

(8) Utilities;

(9) Signs, delineators, and object markers; and

(10) Pavement markings.

(11) Cattleguards

(12) Drain Dips

(13) Erosion Control Measures

(m) Field Discrepancies Immediately notify the CO if a discrepancy is encountered between the plans and field conditions which affect the final road location. Prepare recommendations, in writing, to the CO for adjustments to the design to better fit field conditions. Affix the state authorized seal and sign the recommendation attesting to the adequacy of the adjustment. Ensure that adjustments to the design follow all applicable regulations and are consistent with design standards and criteria. Adjustments shall minimize construction effort, such as clearing and embankment volumes. Gain written approval of the adjusted design from the CO before incorporating such adjustment in the field. Return to the original design as soon as practical.

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Table 152-1 Tolerances for reestablishing centerline, traverse, and elevations

Precision

Class

Minimum Position Closure Angular Accuracy (±)

L-Line Tangent Control Pointsa

Vertical Closureb

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(Bridges) 1/10,000

2 sets, direct/reverse

10 second rejection limit

N/A

0.02 ft or

0.02ft/1000ftc

B 1/5,000

2 sets, direct/reverse

20 second rejection limit

0.1 ft

0.02 ft or

0.02ft/1000ftc

C 1/1,000 1 set, direct/reverse

1 minute rejection limit

0.2 ft 0.5ft/1000ft

D 1/300 Foresight and backsight;

15 minute rejection limit

0.4 ft 1.0ft/1000ft

E 1/100 Foresight and backsight;

30 minute rejection limit

0.8 ft 1.0ft/1000ft

a. Accuracy of offset measurement.

b. Determine vertical closures at intervals not to exceed 2000 ft as measured along centerline.

c. Use greater value.

Table 152-2 Cross section and slope stake tolerances

Item Tolerances

A B C D E

Allowable deviation of cross-section line projection from a true perpendicular to tangents, a true bisector of angle points, or a true radius of curves

(±)2o (±)3o (±)3o (±)5o (±)5o

Take cross-sections topography measurements so that variations in ground from a straight line connecting the cross-section points will not exceed

0.5 ft 1.0 ft 2.0 ft 2.0 ft 3.0 ft

Horizontal and vertical accuracy for cross-sections, in feet or percentage of horizontal distance measured from traverse line.

0.1 ft or 0.4%a

0.15 ft or 0.6% a

0.2 ft or 1.0% a

0.2 ft or 1.0% a

0.3 ft or 1.0% a

Horizontal and vertical accuracy for slope stake and slope stake references, in feet or percentage of horizontal distance measured from centerline or reference stake.

0.1 ft or 0.4% a

0.15 ft or 0.6% a

0.2 ft or 1.0% a

0.2 ft or 1.0% a

0.3 ft or 1.0% a

Horizontal and vertical accuracy for clearing limits.

1.0 ft 1.0 ft 1.0 ft 1.5 ft 2.5 ft

a. Use greater value.

152.04 Acceptance Construction survey and staking will be evaluated under Subsections 106.02 and 106.04.

Measurement

152.05 Measure the Section 152 items listed in the bid schedule according to Subsection 109.02 and the following as applicable.

153 - CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

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153.02 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

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Submit written proposals for approval of alternate AASHTO or State approved test methods. Alternate methods may be allowed based on documented equivalence to the specified method.

(d) Personnel Qualifications

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(3) The contractor shall submit to the CO certifications of testing and sampling personnel.

Testing and sampling personnel shall be either certified as NICET level 2 in highway materials or an equivalent state or industry certification such as Western Alliance Quality Technician Construction Certification (WAQTC).

153.03 TESTING

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The contractor shall submit to the CO current documentation of the calibration and inspection of the testing equipment to be used for the project. The documentation shall include inspection date, inspector, calibration number, and the method of calibration. All testing equipment shall be calibrated and inspected tagged with the inspection date, inspector, and calibration number. The lab testing equipment and density testing equipment shall be calibrated and inspected on a yearly basis. The concrete testing equipment shall be calibrated and inspected every four months.

Material testing shall be performed at the frequency required in the subsection titled Acceptance within each applicable standard specification section.

The Contractor shall provide testing of the structural backfill material to determine optimum moisture content and maximum density according to the method required within each applicable standard specification section. The Contractor shall provide testing of the structural backfill and surface aggregate materials to determine plasticity index, gradation, liquid limit, and/or soil classification.

The Contractor shall also provide testing of the surface aggregate material to determine gradation, Los Angeles abrasion, sodium soundness loss, durability indexes, and fractured faces for comparison with the requirements of the standard specifications.

All retests shall be performed at the Contractor’s expense and are incidental to this pay item.

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153.04 RECORDS

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153.06 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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Contractor quality control will be paid for at the contract unit price for the item as shown in the Schedule of items

154 - CONTRACTOR SAMPLING AND TESTING

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154.01 Description

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155 - SCHEDULES FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

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155.01 This work consists of scheduling and monitoring all construction activities. See FAR Clause 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts.

155.02 Submit 3 copies of a construction schedule at least 7 days before work commences.

156 - PUBLIC TRAFFIC

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Description

156.01 This work consists of controlling and protecting public traffic adjacent to and within the project.

Material

156.02 Conform to the MUTCD and the following Sections and Subsections:

Construction sign panels 633 Retro-reflective sheeting 718.01 Temporary concrete barrier 618 Temporary plastic fence 710.11 Temporary traffic control devices 718.22

156.03 GENERAL Unless otherwise provided for in Table 156-1, keep existing roads open to all traffic during road improvement work, and maintain them in a condition that will adequately accommodate traffic. Delays may not exceed _20_ minutes at any one time followed by an open period that will allow the passage of vehicles.

Perform no work that interferes or conflicts with traffic or existing access to the roadway surface until a traffic control plan has been approved. Post construction signs and traffic control devices in conformance with MUTCD. All required signs will be in place and approved prior to beginning work on project.

If the Contractor agrees in writing to allow public traffic to use a new road being constructed prior to completion, it will be considered an existing road for traffic control purposes.

156.04 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL Install and maintain temporary traffic control devices adjacent to and within the project as required by the approved traffic control plan and the MUTCD. Install and maintain traffic control devices as follows:

Furnish and install traffic control devices before the start of construction operations.

(a) All detours outside of clearing limits will be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer as part of the traffic control plan.

(b) Install only those traffic control devices needed for each stage or phase.

(c) Relocate temporary traffic control devices as necessary.

(d) Remove devices that no longer apply to the existing conditions.

(e) Immediately replace any device that is lost, stolen, destroyed, or inoperative.

(f) Keep temporary traffic control devices clean.

(g) Remove all temporary traffic control devices upon contract completion or when approved.

(h) When required, use flaggers certified by the American Traffic Safety Services Association, the National Safety Council, the International Municipal Signal Association, a state agency, or other acceptable organization. Perform the work described under MUTCD Part 6. Use type III, VII, VIII, or IX retroreflective sheeting on flagger paddles. Do not use flags. Flaggers must wear high visibility safety apparel as required by MUTCD 6E.02.

156.05 TEMPORARY CLOSURES Road segments may be closed as shown in Table 156-1. The maximum consecutive days of closure shall be followed by a minimum number of consecutive days open to traffic as shown. Maintain traffic control devices during closure period(s). Appropriate barricades and signs will be erected and maintained as shown in the traffic control plan or as otherwise designated.

Prior to closing roads during construction, give written notice to the Contracting Officer at least 10 days in advance.

Table 156-1 Temporary Road Closures

Road Number

From Terminus

To Terminus Maximum Consecutive

Days of Closure

Minimum Consecutive Days Open

156.06 ACCEPTANCE Public traffic work will be evaluated under Subsection 106.02.

Measurement and Payment

156.07 Do not measure Public Traffic for payment. Compensation is made as an indirect payment.

157 - SOIL EROSION CONTROL

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157.02 MATERIALS

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Provide wattles, logs and rolls from a certified noxious weed free source. Hay bales are prohibited.

157.03 GENERAL

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Submit an Erosion Control Plan detailing permanent and temporary control measures to minimize erosion and sedimentation during and after construction in accordance with the plans and storm water permits. Do not modify the type, size, or location of any control or practice without approval. Submit the erosion control plan proposal at least 7 days before operations begin to the CO for approval.

Reflect in the Erosion Control Plan special concerns and measures necessary to protect resources and government improvements. Include:

(a) The construction activities and sequence of implementation relating to specific erosion control measures.

(b) The location and type of permanent controls to be implemented during construction.

(c) The location and type of temporary controls to be implemented during construction.

(d) For work in stream channels with running water a detailed dewatering plan.

(e) For work in stream channels without flowing water describe level of ground and vegetative disturbance and measures to reduce potential sediment delivery.

(f) Description of the monitoring plan.

Erosion control measures shall be installed prior to ground disturbance.

When erosion control measures are not functioning as intended, immediately take corrective action.

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Upon completion of construction at the site, remove all temporary erosion control devices, dewatering materials and equipment from Government property.

157.06 SEDIMENT RETENTION STRUCTURES

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Sediment basins (when required) may be excavated or geotextile sediment bag(s) may be used in accordance SCR 714.03. The size of geotextile sediment bag shall be 15’x 15’. Install geotextile sediment bag(s) on a slope so incoming water flows downhill through the bag without creating more erosion. Strap the neck of the geotextile bag tightly to the discharge hose. The outlet of the geotextile sediment bag(s) shall have riprap over geotextile fabric to prevent erosion. Sediment basins and geotextile sediment bag(s) shall be periodically relocated for construction operations or as directed by the CO. The contractor shall obtain data from the geotextile sediment bag and pump manufacturers to ensure they are compatible (i.e., the pump(s) providing the flow to the geotextile sediment bags does not produce a higher flow rate than the maximum rate which the geotextile sediment bag can filter and discharge). To increase the efficiency of filtration, the contractor may place the geotextile sediment bag(s) on an aggregate (crushed rock) base to maximize water flow through the surface area of the bag. The aggregate base, if installed, shall be removed with any relocation of the geotextile sediment bag or from National Forest lands upon conclusion of the dewatering operations. Sediment basin areas shall be reclaimed with grading, seeding and mulch, as required.

The geotextile sediment bag is full when it no longer can efficiently filter sediment or pass water at a reasonable rate. Flow rates will vary depending on the size of the geotextile bag, the type and amount of sediment discharged into the geotextile bag, the type of ground, rock or other substance under the bag and the degree of the slope on which the bag lies. Under most circumstances geotextile bag may accommodate flow rates of 1500 gallons per minute. Use of excessive flow rates or overfilling geotextile sediment bag with sediment may cause ruptures of the bags or failure of the hose attachment straps. Ruptured or disposed bags shall be replaced by the Contractor at no additional expense to the Government. Dispose geotextile bags as approved by the CO, off National Forest lands and in accordance with Federal, State, and Local laws.

157.08 WATER CROSSINGS

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At any channel crossing where there is running water, dewater by rerouting water flow around the site before and during excavation and embankment operations.

157.09 DIVERSIONS

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When shown on the plans, construct temporary channels, temporary culverts, or sandbags to divert water around disturbed areas and slopes. Earthen dams are prohibited. Diversions and dewatering plans shall be approved by the CO.

157.10 WATERWAY AND SLOPE PROTECTION AND STABILIZATION

(e) Temporary slope drains

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If dewatering is required, the pumped water discharge from dewatering activities shall not be allowed to flow overland back into the creek. Pumped water shall be treated by a sediment basin. Establish sediment sump to more sediment-laden seepage water from dewatered reach below construction area to a sediment basin >25 yards from stream in a flat area strewn with wood straw.

157.15 MEASUREMENT

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Do not measure silt fence, sediment basins, or any other erosion control feature separately.

157.16 PAYMENT

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Payment for all erosion control materials and for all installation, monitoring, and repair activities shall be included in the schedule of items. The work required to dewater the project site is included in this item.

171 - WEED AND DISEASE PREVENTION

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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 CO in writing at least 15 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 CO 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, aquatic pathogens, 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.

Payment

171.09 Include all costs associated with the Section 171-Weed Prevention in the unit price for Section 151-Mobilization.

201 - CLEARING AND GRUBBING

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201.01 DESCRIPTION

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

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201.02 MATERIAL

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201.03 GENERAL

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201.04

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(c) In areas outside the excavation, embankment, and slope rounding limits, cut stumps to within 12 inches or one-third of the stump diameter of the ground, whichever is higher, measured on the side adjacent to the highest ground. For timber sales, follow the requirements of A (A(T))6.

201.04 CLEARING

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(d) Do not cut vegetation less than 3 feet tall and less than 3 inches in diameter, that is within the clearing limits but beyond the roadway and not in a decking area, and that does not interfere with sight distance along the road.

(1) Remove brush from log decks. Deck logs so that logs are piled parallel to one another; can be removed by standard log loading equipment; will not damage standing trees; will not interfere with drainage, and will not roll. Keep logs in log decks free of brush and soil. Decking locations within the construction limits will be agreed to by the parties and approved by the

CO.

(2) Trim tree branches that extend over the road surface and shoulders to attain a clear height of 14 feet. Trim tree limbs as near flush with the trunk as practicable.

(3) Clear dead trees over 6 inches in diameter measured 1’ above the ground that lean toward the road and are sufficiently tall to reach the roadbed. Fall hazard trees or unstable life trees that are tall enough to reach the roadbed, when marked, before falling timber in the immediate clearing vicinity. Maximum stump height is 12 inches or one-third of the stump diameter, whichever is higher, measured on the side adjacent to the highest ground.

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201.04 CLEARING

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Utilization standards for merchantable timber are listed below. Fall and buck merchantable material into lengths not to exceed ____40_____ feet. Pieces (logs) meet utilization standards when such pieces would have met Utilization Standards if bucking lengths were varied to include such material.

Minimum Utilization Standards

Length Diameter (Inside Bark) at Small End Diameter Breast High (DBH)

______5_______inches __6__feet ______4_______inches

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Identify and flag dead trees over 5 inches DBH that lean toward the road and are tall enough to reach the roadbed. Prior to contractor cutting, the Forest Service will inspect the flagged trees and designate for removal any trees determined to be a hazard. Contractor shall fell and remove from contract area all pieces that meet minimum pieces standards.

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201.06 DISPOSAL

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Limb and deck logs that meet utilization standards at locations approved by the CO or otherwise designated. Deck logs according to 201.04 (f).

203 - REMOVAL OF STRUCTURES AND OBSTRUCTIONS

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203.01 DESCRIPTION

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This work consists of disposing of construction slash and debris, salvaging, removing, and disposing of…