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AG-84N8-S-16-0144 Buckboard Water Tower Mods

AG-84N8-S-16-0144 Buckboard Water Tower Mods

Instructional Cover Sheet

ISSUING OFFICE: USDA-Forest Service Utah Acquisition Support Center

2222 West 2300 South

Salt Lake City, UT 84119-2020

FAX: 801-975-3483 Phone: 801-975-3367

SOLICITATION NO: AG-84N8-S-16-0144

SET-ASIDE: SMALL BUSINESS

PROJECT NAME: Buckboard Water Tower Modifications, Ashley National Forest

REPLY DUE DATE: August 29, 2016 @ 1:00 P.M. MST

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO OFFEROR – AT A MINIMUM, OFFEROR SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH THEIR OFFER:

· SF1442 – complete, sign, & date (Page 2)

· Schedule of Items (PAGE 3-4)

· Experience & Equipment Questionnaire (PAGE 60-62)

· Statement and Acknowledgement, Attachment

· Technical Response as Identified in Section M

Ensure the solicitation number is on the outside of your envelope & retain a copy of the solicitation for your records. return to address above (Issuing Office).

Attn: Elouise Fowler

Solicitation: AG-84N8-S-16-0144 E-Mail: efowler@fs.fed.us

FAR 52.204-7 In order to be considered for any award, it is required that contractors be REGISTERED, ACTIVE, AND VALID in the System For Award Management (SAM) Database at the time of the award. By signing the contractor’s offer, the contractor is stating they are a small business under the NAICS Code and Size Standard on this solicitation.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTERING AT SAM CAN BE FOUND AT THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES:

https://www.sam.gov or http://www.acquisition.gov

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

AG-84N8-S-16-0144

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

FORMCHECKBOX

SEALED BID (IFB)

FORMCHECKBOX

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED

08/18/2016

PAGE OF PAGES

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

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

813524

6. PROJECT NO.

7. ISSUED BY

CODE

USDA – FOREST SERVICE

UTAH ACQUISTION SUPPORT CENTER

2222 WEST 2300 SOUTH

SALT LAKE CITY UT 84119-2020

USDA – FOREST SERVICE

UTAH ACQUISTION SUPPORT CENTER

2222 WEST 2300 SOUTH

SALT LAKE CITY UT 84119-2020

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

Lance Valentine, Technical Elouise Fowler, Contractual B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS) 435-790-5988 801-975-3367

SOLICITATION

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

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

Buckboard Water Tower Modifications, Ashley National Forest, Flaming Gorge Ranger District, Flaming Gorge National

Recreation Area, Sweetwater County, Wyoming

SITE VISIT SCHEDULE:

DATE: August 25, 2016

TIME: 11:00 a.m. Local Time

PLACE: Meet at Buckboard Campground; under the Water Tower Tank that can be seen for miles as you approach Buckboard Campground.

The project area is located in the Flaming Gorge Ranger District, Sweetwater County, Wyoming on the Ashley National Forest. The contractor will be working in remote areas and will be exposed to natural conditions including, but not limited to, traveling over uneven and rocky terrain, encounters with bears and other wildlife, and inclement weather. The contractor is responsible for ensuring that all employees are trained and have proper safety equipment prior to commencing work in the project area.

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

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

FORMCHECKBOX

YES

FORMCHECKBOX

NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

Not Applicable

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A.

Sealed offers in original and 1 copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 1:00 P.M. local time August 29, 2016. If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror’s name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B.

An offer guarantee

FORMCHECKBOX

is, FORMCHECKBOX is not required, unless offer exceeds $150,000.

C.

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

D.

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

PART I - THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B - SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

Buckboard Water Tank Modifications Flaming Gorge Ranger District, Ashley National Forest

Sweetwater County, Wyoming This solicitation and any resulting contract is a firm-fixed price type of contract, which under the definition in FAR 16.202-1, “this type of contract provides for a price that is not subject to any adjustment on the basis of the contractor’s cost experience in performing the contract. This contract type places upon the contractor maximum risk and full responsibility for all costs and resulting profit or loss.”

Quoter’s shall submit a quote for all Base Items and all Optional Items in the Schedule of Items. Failure to comply with the instructions may render your quote nonresponsive and ineligible for contract award.

Prices on the Schedule shall reflect Contractor’s full cost for materials, labor, supervision, overhead costs, and incidental items.

B- 1 Schedule of Items

Schedule of Items

Canyon Rim Overlook Wall Construction

of Meas

BASE BID ITEM

* Designated Method of Measurement: DQ - Designed Quantities, AQ - Actual Quantities, LSQ - Lump Sum Quantities, SQ - Staked Quantities, CQ - Contract Quantities

B- 2 Quote on all items. Only quotes to the nearest cent will be accepted.

B- 3 Payment for Bond Premiums: Payment for bond premiums in accordance with FAR Clause 52.232-5, Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, shall not be in addition to the contract price.

B- 4 Written Acceptance Any contract resulting from this solicitation will require written acceptance within 10 days of receipt by the Contractor.

Name of Company (please print):

Date:

Signature of Company Agent:

DUNs Number:

E-Mail Address:

Phone Number:

PART I - THE SCHEDULE

SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

BUCKBOARD WATER TANK MODIFICATIONS

100% Submittal – 7/14/2016

1.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

A. This project consists of correcting the deficiencies in the Buckboard water tower as instructed by the Environmental Protection Agency. The work includes connecting a 4" diameter steel pipe to the existing overflow pipe, welding the new steel pipe to the existing tower, installing a concrete splash pad, installing a #24 mesh screen at the outlet of the new pipe, cutting and installing a gasket on the access hatch on the top of the tank (government provided gasket material), removing and replacing structural grout at the base of each column, tightening the water tower tie rods to manufacturer's recommendations, and painting the new pipe and other parts of the water tank that need to be repainted as shown on the drawings.

B. Quantities associated with these options are identified in the Schedule of Items.

1.2 PROJECT LOCATION

A. The project is located on the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area of the Flaming Gorge Ranger District of the Ashley National Forest, Sweetwater County, Wyoming in Section 29, T15N, R108W, in the Salt Lake Meridian. It is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Manila, Utah. The project may be accessed from Wyoming State Highway 530 and Forest Roads 009 and 054.

1.3 SITE INFORMATION AND LIMITATIONS

A. The following site conditions are considered incidental to the contract and the contractor will not be paid directly for any of the following items:

1. Construction site will be closed to the public during construction. Work is located on a Service Road only so there should be no public on the road to the project site. The Contractor will be responsible for signing and limiting public access in the event that a public does venture too close to the project site on the Service Road

2. Contractor will provide all materials and labor necessary to protect streams, wet or dry, during construction activities.

3. All construction equipment shall be pressure washed before entering National Forest System lands. The removal of mud and debris from treads, tracks and undercarriage, with emphasis on axles, frame, cross-members, motor mounts, and underneath steps, running boards, and front bumper/brushguard assemblies will be required. The purpose is to reduce or eliminate the transportation of noxious weeds, which is required by Federal and State regulations.

4. Utilities are not available at the site for construction purposes.

5. The Contractor shall provide temporary toilet facilities (porta-potty) at the site during all construction work.

1.4 TRAFFIC CONTROL AND CONSTRUCTION SIGNING

A. No work that endangers, interferes, or conflicts with traffic or access to work sites shall be performed until a plan for satisfactory warning and handling of traffic has been submitted by the contractor and approved by the COR and Wyoming Department of Transportation. Construction signing for traffic control shall conform to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). All traffic control signs will be placed in areas adequate for a truck pulling a fifth wheel trailer to be turned around. Contractor shall not be paid directly for this item, rather it will be considered incidental to other items of work listed in the Schedule of Items.

1.5 WORK CAMPS, STAGING AND STORAGE AREAS

A. Areas for staging operations and storage of materials shall be approved by the CO. The Contractor must request in writing for approval from the CO to stage trailers (work) on site.

B. No overnight camping will be allowed on site. Buckboard Campground, less than 1 mile from the project site, would be available for camping at the general public fee.

1.6 INSPECTION OF WORKSITE

A. The contractor acknowledges they have taken the necessary steps to ascertain the nature and location of work, and have investigated and satisfied themselves as to the general and local conditions that can affect the work or its cost. Any failure of the contractor to take the actions described and acknowledged in this paragraph will not relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work, or for proceeding to successfully perform the work without additional expenses to the government.

1.7 START DATE

A. September 2016

1.8 CONTRACT TIME

A. Base Bid: 30 Calendar Days

1.9 SPECIFICATIONS

A. The following specifications are attached. Some sections in the schedule of items refer to other sections not listed and are subsidiary to, or are included in payment for other pay items in this contract. These items are considered incidental and no additional compensation will be made.

Section 011250 - Measurement And Payment Section 011900 - Mobilization Section 013300 - Submittal Procedures Section 014100 - Quality Control Section 024100 - Waste Material Disposal Section 033020 - Concrete From Packaged Dry Mix For Minor Structures Section 033100 - Structural Grout Section 051200 - Structural Steel Framing Section 099600 - High-Performance Coatings Section 221110 - Steel Water Pipe

END OF SECTION C

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SECTION 011250 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 2 - GENERAL

2.1 SUMMARY

A. Measurement and payment for contract work will be made only for and under those pay items included in the Schedule of Items. All other work, labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to successfully complete the project will be considered as included in the payment for items shown. This section defines the method of measurements and basis of payment for work items listed in the Schedule of Items.

B. When more than one class, size, type, thickness, etc. is specified in the Schedule of Items for any pay item, suffixes will be added to the item number to differentiate between the pay items.

2.2 DETERMINATION OF QUANTITIES

A. The following measurements and calculations shall be used to determine contract quantities for payment.

1. For individual construction items, longitudinal and lateral measurements for area computations shall be made horizontally or corrected to horizontal measurement unless otherwise specified. Measurements for geotextiles, netting and erosion control blankets shall be along slope lines.

2. For excavation or embankment volumes, the average end area method shall be used to compute volumes. However, if in the judgment of the Contracting Officer (CO), the average end area method is impractical, measurement shall be made by volume in hauling vehicles or by other three-dimensional methods.

3. For Structures, they shall be measured according to neat lines shown on the drawings or as altered by the CO, in writing, to fit field conditions.

4. For items that are measured by the linear foot, such as pipe culverts, fencing, guardrail, piping, utilities, and underdrains, measurements shall be made parallel to the base or foundation upon which the structures are placed.

5. For aggregates weighed for payment, the tonnage shall not be adjusted for moisture content, unless otherwise provided for.

6. 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.

B. Earthwork Tolerances - 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 sections and to balance earthwork. Such adjustments shall not be considered as "Changes."

2.3 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

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

1. Acre: Make longitudinal and transverse measurements for area computations horizontally.

2. 50lb Bag: Measurement will be for the actual number of 50lb bags of standard bentonite grout.

3. 94lb Bag: Measurement will be for the actual number of 94lb bags of standard cement or grout.

4. Cubic Yard (CY): A measurement computed by one of the following methods:

a. Excavation, Embankment, or Borrow. The measurement computed by the average end area method from measurements made longitudinally along a centerline or reference line.

b. Material in Place or Stockpile. The measurement computed using the dimensions of the in-place material.

c. Material in the Delivery Vehicle. The measurement computed using measurements of material in the hauling vehicles at the point of delivery. Vehicles shall be loaded to at least their water level capacity. Leveling of the loads may be required when vehicles arrive at the delivery point.

5. Each (EA): One complete unit, which may consist of one or more parts.

6. Gallons (GAL): The quantity shall be measured by any of the following methods:

a. Measured volume in container.

b. Metered volume by approved metering system.

c. Commercially package volume.

7. Hour (HR): Measurement will be for the actual number of hours (or fraction thereof) ordered by the Contracting Officer and performed by the contractor.

8. Linear Foot (LF): Measurement of work along its length from point-to-point; parallel to the base or foundation. Do not measure overlaps.

9. Lump Sum (LS): One complete unit.

10. Mile: Measured horizontally along the centerline of each roadway, approach, or ramp.

11. Pound (LB): For sacked or packaged material, measurement will be the net weight as packed by the manufacturer.

12. Square Foot (SF): Measured on a plane parallel to the surface being measured.

13. Square Yard (SY): Measured on a plane parallel to the surface being measured.

14. Ton: Measured as a short ton consisting of 2,000 pounds.

2.4 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

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

1. ACTUAL QUANTITIES (AQ) - These quantities are determined from actual measurements of completed work.

2. DESIGNED QUANTITIES (DQ) - These quantities denote the final number or units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, drawings, and the presentation in the contract. Changes in the number of units shown in the Schedule of Items may be authorized under any of the following conditions:

a. As a result of changes in the work authorized by the CO.

b. As a result of the CO determining that errors exist in the original design that cause a pay item quantity to change by 15 percent or more.

c. As a result of the Contractor submitting to the CO a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design that cause a pay item quantity to change by 15 percent or more. The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error.

3. LUMP SUM QUANTITIES (LSQ) - 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 not be measured.

4. STAKED QUANTITIES (SQ) - These quantities are determined from staked measurements prior to construction.

5. VEHICLE QUANTITIES (VQ) - These quantities are measured or weighed in hauling vehicles.

PART 3 - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART 4 - EXECUTION (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION 011250

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SECTION 011900 - MOBILIZATION

PART 5 - GENERAL

5.1 SUMMARY

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

5.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. The measurement shall be lump sum for mobilization. Payment shall be as follows:

1. Bond premiums will be reimbursed after receipt of the evidence of payment.

2. 50% of the lump sum, not to exceed 5% of the original contract amount, will be paid following completion of 5% of the original contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

3. Payment of the remaining portion of the lump sum, up to 10% of the original contract amount, will be paid following completion of 10% of the original contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

4. Any portion of the lump sum in excess of 10% of the original contract amount will be paid after final acceptance.

5. Progress payments for mobilization and preparatory work shall be subject to retainage.

PART 6 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 7 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011900

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SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 8 - GENERAL

8.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other miscellaneous submittals. See Table 013300-1 for a summary of required submittals.

B. See other specification section within this package for additional requirements on submittal.

8.2 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

1. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

a. The Contracting Officer (CO) reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

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

1. Initial Review: Allow 14 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow 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 submittal.

3. Allow 14 days for processing each re-submittal.

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 identification.

1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.

2. Provide a space on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

3. 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. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. If more than one item is shown on submittal sheet, identify item.

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.

8.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate measurement and/or payment will be made for this section. Payment shall be included with work shown in the schedule of items.

PART 9 - PRODUCTS

9.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS – (Submittals requiring CO approval)

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

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

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

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

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Preparation: Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

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

f. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

2. Wiring Diagrams: Differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed wiring.

D. Contractor's Construction Schedule: The contractor shall submit a Construction Schedule, for approval by CO, in accordance with the contract provisions within 5 day of commencement of work.

E. Samples: Prepare physical units of materials or products, including the following:

1. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

9.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS – (Submittals NOT requiring CO approval)

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

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements in Section 014100 "Quality Control."

B. 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.

C. 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.

D. Maintenance Data: Prepare written and graphic instructions and procedures for operation and normal maintenance of products and equipment.

E. 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 10 - EXECUTION

10.1 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.

D. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

E. Substitutions – Whenever materials, products, and equipment are listed by name or brand in the specifications and/or on the drawings, it is used as a measure of quality, utility, or standard. If the Contractor prefers to use any other brand or manufacturer of same quality, appearance and utility to that specified, he shall request substitution as provided below, not less than 30 days before the planned installation of the item. The Contracting Officer will approve or disapprove the request for substitution.

F. Requests for substitutions will only be considered if contractor submits the following:

1. Complete technical data including drawings, complete performance specifications, test data, samples and performance tests of the article proposed for substitution. Submit additional information if required by Contracting Officer. All items in the above information shall be circled, tagged, or marked in some way to indicate all deviations or differences which the proposed item differs from the originally specified item.

2. Similar data as above for item originally specified. All items shall be marked to identify where/how the proposed substitution will differ.

3. A statement by the Contractor that the proposed substitution is in full compliance with the contract documents, applicable codes, and laws.

4. The Contractor shall be responsible for any effect upon related work in the project for any substitution and shall pay any additional costs generated by any substitutions.

10.2 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE – Submittals shall be made as required by and called for in the drawings and specifications. The following table is a summary of the required submittals for the project - the table is to assist the Contractor and may not be all inclusive – additional submittals may be required by specific specifications:

TABLE 013000-1

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SECTION 014100 - QUALITY CONTROL

PART 11 - GENERAL

11.1 This work shall consist of providing quality control in conformance with the inspection, testing, and product certification requirements of this contract to ensure compliance with the drawings and specifications. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tests, and reports necessary to meet the requirements of the contract.

11.2 QUALITY CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a quality control system that will ensure all services, supplies, and construction work required under this contract conforms to the contract requirements. The Contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, the sampling, inspection, and testing required to substantiate that all services, supplies, and construction conform to the contract requirements.

B. Special Tests and Inspections: Contractor will engage a testing agency to conduct required special tests and inspections. The Contractor shall authorize the testing agency to perform the required testing and inspections on the work completed. The authority shall include:

1. Testing agency will interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from the Contract Documents.

2. Testing agency will re-test and re-inspect corrected work.

C. Retesting/Reinspecting: Contractor shall provide quality-control services for retesting and reinspection for replaced construction work or for work that failed to comply with the requirements under the contract.

11.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor Quality Control Plan

B. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

C. Test and Inspection Reports

D. As-Built Drawings

11.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate payment will be made for the work included under this section; rather payment shall be considered to be included in the items of work listed in the Schedule of Items.

PART 12 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 13 - EXECUTION

13.1 QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM

A. General: Perform required testing, inspections, sampling, and similar services per direction specified in the contract drawings and specifications and in accordance with established industry standards.

13.2 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

A. At the time of the preconstruction conference, the Contractor shall submit for approval a written Contractor Quality Control Plan.

1. If the plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the plan within 10 days.

2. The Government reserves the right to require changes in the plan during the contract period as necessary.

3. No change in the approved plan may be made without written concurrence by the Contracting Officer.

4. At a minimum, the plan shall include the following:

a. A list of personnel responsible for quality control and assigned duties. Include each person's qualifications.

b. A copy of a letter of direction to the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor outlining assigned duties.

c. Names, qualifications, and descriptions of laboratories to perform sampling and testing, and samples of proposed report forms.

d. Methods of performing, documenting, and enforcing quality control of all work.

e. Methods of monitoring and controlling environmental pollution and contamination as required by all applicable regulations and laws.

13.3 TEST AND INSPECTION REPORTS

A. Submit three copies of complete test results no later than three calendar days after the test was performed.

B. Submit failing test results and proposed remedial actions within four hours of noted deficiency.

C. Testing and Inspection Reports shall include the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

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

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

5. Names of individuals performing tests and inspections.

6. Reference Specification Section(s).

7. Complete test or inspection data.

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

9. Ambient conditions at time sample was taken, tested, or inspected.

10. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected work complies with the Contract Document requirements.

11. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

12. Recommendations on retesting and reinspecting.

13.4 PERMITS, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATES

A. For Contracting Officer’s records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations relevant to the on performance of the work.

13.5 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A. The Contractor shall maintain a set of the contract drawings depicting as-built conditions. These drawings shall be maintained in a current condition and shall be available for review. All variations from the original contract drawings shall be indicated in red on the drawings. Upon completion of the contract work, as-built drawings shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer.

13.6 SAMPLING, TESTING, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Sampling, testing, and Certification requirements and frequency for specific items shall be as specified in the drawings and specification. The following table is a summary of the required sampling, testing, and certification for the project - the table is to assist the Contractor, but may not be all inclusive – additional submittals may be required by specific specification section:

TABLE 014100-1

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SECTION 024100 - WASTE MATERIAL DISPOSAL

PART 14 - GENERAL

14.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the loading, handling, hauling, and placing of excess excavation material, unsuitable excavation material, clearing and grubbing debris, and construction and demolition debris.

14.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. There will be no separate measurement or payment for work in this Section. Waste material disposal is considered incidental to other items of work shown in the Schedule of Items.

PART 15 - PRODUCTS – NOT APPLICABLE

PART 16 - EXECUTION

16.1 WASTE MATERIAL TO BE HAULED TO A LANDFILL

A. All demolition materials, garbage, and other refuse generated shall be removed from the project site and legally disposed off of Government property in an approved landfill.

B. The contractor is responsible for all costs and permits associated with landfill disposal.

C. The Government is not responsible for waste material upon its departure from the project site.

END OF SECTION 024100

July 2016

USDA FOREST SERVICE, R4

BUCKBOARD WATER TANK MODIFICATIONS

SECTION 033020 - CONCRETE FROM PACKAGED DRY MIX FOR MINOR STRUCTURES

PART 17 - GENERAL

17.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes constructing small concrete structures such as thrust blocks, pipe supports, and test hole fillers.

17.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Measurement shall be lump sum for the concrete splash pad installed. Measurement and payment shall include clearing and grubbing, construction and compaction of the subgrade, and placing concrete.

PART 18 - PRODUCTS

18.1 MATERIALS

A. Concrete Dry Mix:

1. Design: ASTM C 387, made using dry pre-portioned, blended and bagged mix.

2. Minimum 28-day Compressive Strength: 4000 psi

3. Product: Sakrete Concrete Mix, as manufactured by US Mix Products Company, or an approved equal.

B. All reinforcement bars shall be deformed billet steel conforming to the requirement of ASTM A615, Grade 60.

C. Water: Clean and free from alkali and other deleterious materials.

PART 19 - EXECUTION

19.1 CONCRETE INSTALLATION

A. Mixing:

1. Mix dry concrete and water thoroughly according to the manufacturer.

2. Mixing Equipment: Mechanical mixer or wheel barrow.

3. Place concrete while fresh; any concrete in which initial set has begun shall be wasted.

B. Placing: Place the fresh concrete in the forms and work as necessary to remove the air pockets.

C. Finishing: Apply medium trowel finish to exposed concrete surfaces.

D. Protection From Cold: Keep the air temperature surrounding the fresh concrete above 40ºF for a period of five days after the concrete is placed.

E. Curing: If determined necessary by the Contracting Officer, cover exposed surfaces with plastic sheeting after the concrete has taken its initial set.

END OF SECTION 033020

July 2016

USDA FOREST SERVICE, R4

BUCKBOARD WATER TANK MODIFICATIONS

SECTION 033100 - STRUCTURAL GROUT

PART 20 - GENERAL

20.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Providing and installing structural grout.

20.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s literature and data describing the structural grout’s compressive strength.

20.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Payment will be Lump Sum for the furnishing and installing the structural grout. This includes, removing existing grout, disposing of existing grout, cleaning area to be grouted, and placing grout.

PART 21 - PRODUCTS

21.1 GROUT

A. Structural Grout: Five Star High Strength Grout, or an approved equal. In accordance with ASTM C827, high strength, air release technology, and 30 minute work time. Meets the performance requirements of ASTM C 1107-02 Grades A, B and C, ASTM C 1107-07, and CRD-C 621-93 specifications for non-shrink grout over a wide temperature range, 40°F - 90°F (4°C - 32°C).

a. Early Height Change: 0.0 to 4.0%

b. Hardened Height Change: 0.0 to 0.3%

c. Effective bearing Area: 95%

d. Bond Strength: 2,000 psi

e. Pull-out Strength: 2,400 psi

f. Compressive Strength (28 days): 13,000 psi

g. Working Time at 70° F: 30 minutes

B. Water: Potable.

PART 22 - EXECUTION

22.1 INSTALLATION

A. Installing structural grout.

1. All surfaces in contact with grout shall be free of oil, grease, laitance and other contaminants. Concrete must be clean, sound and mechanically roughened to coarse aggregate exposure to ensure a good bond. Continuously soak concrete surfaces for 8 to 24 hours prior to application with liberal quantities of potable water, leaving the concrete saturated and free of standing water.

2. Mix grout thoroughly for approximately four to five minutes to a uniform consistency with a mortar mixer (stationary barrel mixer with moving blades). For optimum performance, maintain grout at ambient temperatures between 40°F and 90°F. Use heated or chilled water to help adjust working time. Mix grout with 2¾ to 3¼ quarts potable water per 50 lb. bag. Working time is approximately 30 minutes at 70°F. Follow printed instructions on the package. Always add mixing water first to mixer followed by grout. Do not mix more grout than can be placed within 30 minutes.

3. Grout may be dry packed, wet set or poured into place. Minimum placement thickness for grout is one inch. For pours over 6 inches in depth grout should be extended with a clean damp coarse aggregate meeting the requirements of ASTM C 33.

4. Grout shall be wet cured for a minimum of three days, or coated with an approved curing compound meeting the requirements of ASTM C.

5. Calculate volume of grout used when seal installation is completed. Provide quantity to Contracting Officer for comparison to design quantities.

22.2 CLEANUP

A. Remove and dispose of excavated material and construction debris according to Section 024100 “Waste Material Disposal.”

B. Leave site in as near a natural condition as possible.

END OF SECTION 033100

July 2016

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BUCKBOARD WATER TANK MODIFICATIONS

SECTION 051200 - STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

PART 23 - GENERAL

23.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Structural steel.

2. Tensioning Existing Tie Rod Assemblies

23.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Structural Steel: Elements of the structural frame indicated on Drawings and as described in AISC 303, "Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges."

23.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

23.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For Installer.

B. Welding certificates.

C. Field quality-control and special inspection reports.

23.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and personnel according to AWS D1.1/D1.1M, "Structural Welding Code - Steel."

B. Comply with applicable provisions of the following specifications and documents:

1. AISC 303.

2. AISC 360.

3. RCSC's "Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A 325 or A 490 Bolts."

23.6 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT:

A. Measurement and payment shall be lump sum for tensioning the existing tie rod assemblies.

B. There will be no separate measurement or payment for any other work in this section. Payment for furnishing steel pipe, plates, connects and welding will be covered in Section 221110 Steel Water Pipe.

PART 24 - PRODUCTS

24.1 STRUCTURAL-STEEL MATERIALS

A. Plate materials: ASTM A-36 Steel.

B. Welding Electrodes: Use E70XX Electrodes. Comply with AWS requirements.

24.2 BOLTS, CONNECTORS, AND ANCHORS

A. Zinc-Coated High-Strength Bolts, Nuts, and Washers: ASTM A 325 (ASTM A 325M), Type 1, heavy-hex steel structural bolts; ASTM A 563, Grade DH (ASTM A 563M, Class 10S) heavy-hex carbon-steel nuts; and ASTM F 436 (ASTM F 436M), Type 1, hardened carbon-steel washers where needed.

1. Finish: Hot-dip zinc coating.

24.3 PRIMER

A. Primer: Comply with Section 099600 "High-Performance Coatings."

24.4 FABRICATION

A. Structural Steel: Fabricate on site as needed.

24.5 SHOP CONNECTIONS

A. High-Strength Bolts: Shop install high-strength bolts according to RCSC's "Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A 325 or A 490 Bolts" for type of bolt and type of joint specified.

1. Joint Type: Snug tightened.

B. Weld Connections: Comply with AWS D1.1/D1.1M for tolerances, appearances, welding procedure specifications, weld quality, and methods used in correcting welding work.

24.6 SHOP PRIMING

A. Shop prime steel surfaces except the following:

1. Surfaces embedded in concrete or mortar. Extend priming of partially embedded members to a depth of 2 inches.

2. Surfaces to be field welded.

3. Surfaces of high-strength bolted, slip-critical connections.

4. Surfaces to receive sprayed fire-resistive materials (applied fireproofing).

5. Galvanized surfaces.

6. Surfaces enclosed in interior construction.

B. Surface Preparation: Clean surfaces to be painted. Remove loose rust and mill scale and spatter, slag, or flux deposits. Prepare surfaces according to the following specifications and standards:

1. SSPC-SP 2, "Hand Tool Cleaning."

2. SSPC-SP 3, "Power Tool Cleaning."

C. Priming: Immediately after surface preparation, apply primer according to manufacturer's written instructions and at rate recommended by SSPC to provide a minimum dry film thickness of 1.5 mils. Use priming methods that result in full coverage of joints, corners, edges, and exposed surfaces.

24.7 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to perform shop tests and inspections.

1. Provide testing agency with access to places where structural-steel work is being fabricated or produced to perform tests and inspections.

B. Bolted Connections: Inspect shop-bolted connections according to RCSC's "Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A 325 or A 490 Bolts."

C. Welded Connections: Visually inspect shop-welded connections according to AWS D1.1/D1.1M and the following inspection procedures, at testing agency's option:

1. Liquid Penetrant Inspection: ASTM E 165.

2. Magnetic Particle Inspection: ASTM E 709; performed on root pass and on finished weld. Cracks or zones of incomplete fusion or penetration are not accepted.

3. Ultrasonic Inspection: ASTM E 164.

4. Radiographic Inspection: ASTM E 94.

D. Prepare test and inspection reports.

PART 25 - EXECUTION

25.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify, with certified steel erector present, elevations of concrete- and masonry-bearing surfaces and locations of anchor rods, bearing plates, and other embedments for compliance with requirements.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

25.2 ERECTION

A. Set structural steel accurately in locations and to elevations indicated and according to AISC 303 and AISC 360.

B. Baseplates Bearing Plates: Clean concrete- and masonry-bearing surfaces of bond-reducing materials, and roughen surfaces prior to setting plates. Clean bottom surface of plates.

1. Set plates for structural members on wedges, shims, or setting nuts as required.

2. Weld plate washers to top of baseplate.

3. Snug-tighten anchor rods after supported members have been positioned and plumbed. Do not remove wedges or shims but, if protruding, cut off flush with edge of plate before packing with grout.

4. Promptly pack grout solidly between bearing surfaces and plates so no voids remain. Neatly finish exposed surfaces; protect grout and allow to cure. Comply with manufacturer's written installation instructions for shrinkage-resistant grouts.

C. Maintain erection tolerances of structural steel within AISC 303, "Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges."

25.3 FIELD CONNECTIONS

A. High-Strength Bolts: Install high-strength bolts according to RCSC's "Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A 325 or A 490 Bolts" for type of bolt and type of joint specified.

1. Joint Type: Snug tightened.

B. Weld Connections: Comply with AWS D1.1/D1.1M for tolerances, appearances, welding procedure specifications, weld quality, and methods used in correcting welding work.

1. Follow appropriate safety protocol when welding galvanized steel pipe such as a source capture device.

25.4 TENSIONING TIE ROD ASSEMBLIES

A. Tensioning of tie rod assemblies using turnbuckles shall comply with ASTM F1145.

B. The Contractor shall use the manufacturer’s approved method for tensioning tie rods.

C. The tensioning of the tie rod assembly should result in no slack or sag in the rod and should not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended tension, or the tension called out on the Drawings.

25.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Special Inspections: Contractor will engage a qualified special inspector to perform the following special inspections:

1. Verify structural-steel materials and inspect steel frame joint details.

2. Verify weld materials and inspect welds.

3. Verify connection materials and inspect high-strength bolted connections.

B. Testing Agency: Contractor will engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections.

C. Bolted Connections: Inspect bolted connections according to RCSC's "Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A 325 or A 490 Bolts."

D. Welded Connections: Visually inspect field welds according to AWS D1.1/D1.1M.

1. AWS D1.1/D1.1M and the following inspection procedures, at testing agency's option:

a. Liquid Penetrant Inspection: ASTM E 165.

b. Magnetic Particle Inspection: ASTM E 709; performed on root pass and on finished weld. Cracks or zones of incomplete fusion or penetration are not accepted.

c. Ultrasonic Inspection: ASTM E 164.

d. Radiographic Inspection: ASTM E 94.

END OF SECTION 051200

JUNE 2016

USDA FOREST SERVICE, R4

BUCKBOARD WATER TANK MODIFICATIONS

SECTION 099600 - HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATINGS

PART 26 - GENERAL

26.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes surface preparation and the application of high-performance coating systems on the following substrates:

1. Exterior Substrates:

a. Steel.

b. Galvanized metal.

26.2 DEFINITIONS

A. MPI Gloss Level 5: 35 to 70 units at 60 degrees, according to ASTM D 523.

B. MPI Gloss Level 6: 70 to 85 units at 60 degrees, according to ASTM D 523.

C. MPI Gloss Level 7: More than 85 units at 60 degrees, according to ASTM D 523.

26.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product. Include preparation requirements and application instructions.

1. Include printout of current "MPI Approved Products List" for each product category specified, with the proposed product highlighted.

26.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Measurement and payment shall be lump sum for the furnishing and installing high-performance coatings on the existing water tower and on the new overflow pipe.

PART 27 - PRODUCTS

27.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Benjamin Moore & Co.

2. Devoe Paint Company; Akzo Nobel.

3. Sherwin-Williams Company (The).

B. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited…