Well Drilling on Medora Sol.pdg.pdf

OMB APPROVAL NO. 2700-0042

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

AG-87BJ-S-08-0004

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED

May 16, PAGE OF PAGES

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

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

160728

6. PROJECT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

Dakota Prairie Grasslands 240 W. Century Avenue Bismarck, ND 58503

SAME AS BLOCK 7

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

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

701-250-4443

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):

Burning Coal Vein Campground Waterwell, Medora Ranger District, Dakota Prairie Grasslands

The Government's estimate is: between $25,000 and $100,000.

This project is open to large and small businesses in set-aside for small businesses in accordance with the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program.

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within 14 calendar days and complete it within 120 calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory, negotiable. (See Section C.)

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

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

YES NO FAR 52.228-13 Alternative Payment Protection

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

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 2:00 P.M. (hour) local central time June 16, 2008 (date). 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 is, is not required.

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

D. Offers providing less than 60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

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

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OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government within calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER

(Type or print)

20B. SIGNATURE

20C. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)( ) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)( )

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return ____ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work, requisitions identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration slated in this contract.

The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications or incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED

TO SIGN (Type or print)

31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30B. SIGNATURE

30C. DATE

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31C. AWARD DATE

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

AG-87BJ-S-08-0004

Dakota Prairie Grasslands, Medora Ranger District Burning Coal Vein campground Water Well

PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

BURNING COAL VEIN CAMPGROUND WATER WELL

DAKOTA PRAIRIE GRASSLANDS

Medora Ranger District

Slope County, North Dakota

ITEM 1.1 WATER WELL CONSTRUCTION

ITEM

NO.

DESCRIPTION METHOD OF

MEASUREM

ENT

UNI

T

ESTIMAT

ED

QUANTI

TY

UNIT

PRICE

TOTAL

601(01) Mobilization. LSQ LS All Req’d $_________ $_____________

312 Water Well Construction.

312(a) Drilling hole to accommodate protective well casing. Includes all grouting.

AQ LF 1200

312(b) Furnish and install 5-in. I.D. PVC

SDR 17 protective well casing.

AQ LF 200

312(c) Furnish and install 2-in. galv. steel pipe and left threaded coupling at 160 feet.

AQ LF 1040

312(d) Furnish and install 5-in. I.D. steel well casing.

AQ LF 20 $_________ $_____________

312(e) Developing well. LSQ Job 1 $_________ $_____________

312(f)

312(g)

Stainless steel slotted casing with gravel pack.

Perforation of 2-in. galv. steel casing.

AQ

LSQ

LF

Job

312(h) Dry hole. Includes drilling and plugging. (NOT INCLUDED IN

TOTAL)

AQ LF 1200 $__________

312(i) Install Concrete Slab & Drain. LSQ Job 1 $__________$_____________

310(a) Furnish and install 2-7/8 Schedule

40 Steel Pipe Rail around concrete slab.

AQ LF 35

310(b) Furnish and install 2-7/8 Schedule

40 Steel Posts around contract slab.

AQ Each 6

15144 Hand Pump, Drop Pipe, Sucker Rod and Test Pumping

(a) Furnish and install hand pump.

Includes pump cylinder.

LSQ

Job 1 $__________

(b) Drop pipe 1 ¼ in. AQ LF 100 $__________

(c) Pump sucker rod. AQ LF 100 $__________

(d) Test pumping for yield and drawdown determination.

LSQ Job 1

ESTIMATED TOTAL BID PRICE ALL ITEMS $___________

(EXCEPT LINE ITEM 312(h)

Items 312 (h) above will be used only if needed. Item 312(h) will not be included in the award. If this line item is needed it will be incorporated with a modification after award.

Company/Firm

Signature Date

Title Phone

BASIS OF AWARD: One contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total acceptable bid. Where extended unit prices do not agree with totals or subtotals shown by Bidder, the unit prices shall govern except as provided under Federal Acquisition regulations 14.406, Mistakes in Bids.

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NOTE PAYMENT FOR BOND PREMIUMS: Payment for bond premiums in accordance with Clause 52.232-5, Payments Under Fixed-Priced Construction Contracts, shall NOT be in addition to the contract price.

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

Description of Work. The project consists of furnishing all labor, transportation, incidentals and materials necessary to construct and complete a potable water well in accordance with the attached Forest Service drawings and specifications.

The desired well yield is five gallons per minute.

Project Location. This well is located on the Medora Ranger District of the Dakota Prairie Grasslands. Item #1.1 is located in Slope County, ND. and is located approximately 20 miles south of Medora, North Dakota in Burning Coal Vein Campground. (See attached map).

Pre-bid tour. There will be no pre-bid tour of the project. Parties wishing further information on the project may contact Kevin Sullivan at the McKenzie Ranger District, 701-842-2393.

Start Work. It is estimated work will begin around June 18, 2008 and will have a completion date of October 10, 2008.

C-2 INCLUDED SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS: (SPS)

101 Abbreviations 102 Definitions 103 Intent of Contract 104 Summary of Work 106 Measurement and Payment 170 Engineering 312 Water Well Construction 601 Mobilization 03312 Concrete for Minor Structures 15144 Hand Pumps

DRAWINGS PAGES

Project Description and Location 1 Vicinity Map-Burning Coal Vein Campground 1 Area Map – Burning Coal Vein Campground 1 Drawings 5 Specifications 17

SPECIAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 101

ABBREVIATIONS

101.02 Pay Items & Pay Units And & Available Avail Coating Coat Construction Const Drawings Dwgs Gallons Per Minute GPM Government Govt Includes Culvert Excavation Incl Culv Exc Individual Removal of Trees Ind Removal/Trees Inside Diameter I.D.

Large Lg Logs Log Medium Med One Thousand Gallons Mile M. Gals.MI. or MGM Options Opt Placement Method P.M.

Standard Dimension Rational SDR Slash Treatment S.T.

Small Sm Steel Stl Structure Str Thickness TH or Thick Timber Tbr Total Dynamic Head TDH Treatment Treat

PE Polyethylene PVC Polyvinyl Chloride NSF National Sanitation Foundation PSI Pounds Per Square Inch CP Conservation Practice RBF Range Betterment Fund ASTM American Society for Testing and Material COR Contraction Officers Representative CO Contraction Officer

SECTION 102

DEFINITIONS

Clearing Limits-- The limits of clearing as designated on the ground or on the drawings.

Conservation Practices-- Required conservation practices (CP) allowance represents expenses incurred by the Association in performing on-the-ground range improvements, or other practices designed to enhance the productivity of the National Grasslands. Required conservation practices are practices approved in the allotment AMP. Title to any range improvements constructed on Federal land will remain with the U.S. Government.

Contracting Officer-- The person executing this contract on behalf of the Government or Grazing Association, and includes a duly appointed successor.

Contractor-- The individual partnership, joint venture, or corporate undertaking the execution of the work under the terms of the contract and acting directly or through their agent, employees, or subcontractors.

Contract Time-- Number of calendar days allowed for completion of the contract work.

Drawings-- The documents, including plan and profile sheets, cross sections, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, and similar materials showing details for construction of a facility.

Engineer-- The Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for Public Works Contracts, or Forest Service Representative for CP Contracts, responsible for on site administration of 'the contract within the limits of specific delegation.

Equipment-- All machinery and equipment, together with the necessary supplies for upkeep and maintenance, as well as tools and apparatus necessary for the proper construction and acceptable completion of the work.

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

Grazing Association-- A member-owned, member-operated, and member-managed non- profit association of family farmers and ranchers organized to acquire and develop grazing land to provide seasonal grazing for livestock belonging to its members, using a combination of private land and Federally owned land.

Gage-- The term "gage" when used in connection with the measurement of plates will mean the U.S. Standard Gage, except when reference is made to the measurement of metal sheets used in the manufacture of corrugated

Burning Coal Vein campground Water Well metal, pipe, metal plate culverts and arches, and metal cribbing, then the term means the "gage" or "thickness" specified in AAS11TO M 36, M 167, 11 196, and M 219, as applicable.

Range Betterment Fund (RBF)-- The fund established by title IV, section 401 (b)(1), of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976.

This consists of 50 percent of all money received by the United States as fees for grazing livestock on the National Forests in the 16 contiguous western states.

Government Land-- National Forest System lands and other lands controlled or administered by the Forest Service.

Laboratory-- A testing laboratory of the Government or any other testing laboratory approved by the Engineer.

Materials— Any substance specified for use in the construction of the project and its appurtenances.

Measurement-- Method of determining and expressing the quantities of work or materials.

Nominal Dimensions or Weights-- The numerical values shown on the drawings or in the specifications as measurements of materials to be used in the construction.

Profile Grade-- The trace of a vertical plane, as shown on the drawings, intersecting the top surface at the centerline. of the proposed facility construction.

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) land, appurtenances thereto, or interest therein, usually in a strip, acquired for public or private passageway.

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

Special Project Specifications-- The specifications that detail the conditions and requirements peculiar to the individual project, including additions and revisions to Standard Specifications.

Specifications-- A general term applied to all written directions and requirements pertaining to the performance of the work.

Standard Specifications-- The specifications in this book.

Unit of Measurement-- The unit and fractions of units shown in the Schedule of Items.

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Station-- One hundred linear feet.

Unit--A single quantity regarded as a whole in calculation; for example, 1,000 sq. ft.

SECTION 103

INTENT OF CONTRACT

The intent of the Contract is to provide for the complete construction of the project described in the contract.

Unless otherwise provided, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies; and perform all work required to complete the project in accordance with drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract.

SECTION 104-C

1. Description of Work. The work consists of the construction and completion of a potable water well as described and shown on the attached plans and specifications, and as staked on the ground.

2. Substitutions or Changes. Changes in the route or location of facilities, or substitutions of materials used may be made, if approved in advance by the Forest Service.

3. Materials. All required materials furnished for the construction of the work shall be new, undamaged, and of the best quality of their respective kinds.

4. Cleanup. All refuse, including garbage, rubbish and solid or liquid wastes from the contract operations, including parking areas and equipment maintenance areas, shall be stored, collected, and disposed of in a sanitary and nuisance free manner at a State-approved disposal site.

Cuttings will be buried on site or removed from site and disposed of at a State approved disposal site.

Motor oil and gear oil drained from equipment being serviced shall not be drained directly on the ground.

Used lubricating oils shall be considered liquid wastes or oil spills and disposed of at State-approved disposal sites.

5. Preliminary Review. Before any work begins on the project a meeting shall be held to discuss the project requirements. Minimum attendance at this meeting should include the Contractor or his Representative and Forest Service Representatives.

The items to be resolved are:

A. Identification of the project or portions of the project.

B. Designation of Contractor's Representative.

C. Designation of Forest Service Representatives for specification compliance.

D. Proposed schedule of work; including starting date, expected rate of progress, completion date, and payment schedule.

E. Understanding among all parties as to items of work the Contractor is responsible to complete, i.e., drawings, specifications, and contract changes.

6. Final Approval. A final inspection will be made by the Contractor and the Forest Service to determine that the total project is completed.

SECTION 106

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

106-01. 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 and materials will be considered incidental to and included in the payment of the pay items in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

When more than one class, size, or thickness is specified in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for any pay item, alphabetical suffixes will be added to the item number to differentiate between the items to be bid on.

106.02. METHODS OF MEASUREMENT. The following methods of measurement are used to determine contract quantities for payment.

For individual construction items, longitudinal and lateral measurements for area computations will be made horizontally, or corrected to horizontal measurement, unless otherwise specified. Measurements for seeding, mulching, sprigging, and sodding will be along slope lines.

106.03. UNITS OF MEASUREMENT. Payment will be by units defined and determined according to U.S.

Standard measure, and by the following:

(a) Lineal Foot

(1) slope measurement

(2) stadia measurement

(b) *Lump-Sum Quantity

106.04. PAYMENT. One of the following methods of measurement for determining final payment is DESIGNATED on the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for each pay item:

(a) Designed Quantities (DQ). These quantities denote the final number of 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 of the originally contemplated work will not be made unless authorized under one or more of the following conditions:

(1) As a result of changes authorized by the Contracting Officer in the originally contemplated work.

Minor changes to adjust lineal footage etc., will not be considered changes in quantities.

(2) As a result of the Contracting Officer determining that errors exist in the original design data used to determine designed quantities that cause a pay item to change by 10 percent or more.

(3) As a result of the Contractor submitting to the Contracting Officer a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design data used to determine design quantities that cause a pay item total to change by 10 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.

Final payment will be made for the designed quantities at the unit price shown in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS, subject to the Variation in Quantities clause.

(b) Staked Quantities (SQ). These quantities are determined from staked measurements prior to construction.

(c) Actual Quantities (AQ). These quantities are determined from measurements of completed work.

(d) 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 will not be measured.

SECTION 170

ENGINEERING

1. CONSTRUCTION STAKING. The horizontal layout of the water related facilities to be installed in this contract, will be staked on the ground by the Government. The Contractor will be responsible for maintaining vertical and horizontal control (5 feet either side of C/L) according to the specifications and drawings under this contract. Those stakes or marks which are destroyed through no action of the Contractor will be replaced by the Forest Service prior to start of construction.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 312

WATER WELL CONSTRUCTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE. The work to be completed under this contract includes the transportation, equipment, labor, and materials necessary for the construction of the proposed water well(s) in this contract.

1.2 PERMITS, LAWS AND ORDINANCES. The Contractor shall, at his own expense, obtain all certificates and licenses required by law for the execution of this contract. The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, or local laws and regulations relating to the performance of the work in this contract.

1.3 REPRESENTATIVE OF CONTRACTOR. At all times while work is underway, the Contractor shall have an experienced foreman or driller, knowledgeable of the formations to be encountered, at the site.

The Contractor’s designated site representative shall have full authority to act for the Contractor in directing all field operations.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PROTECTIVE PVC WELL CASING: Five inch I.D. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) SDR 17, NSF approved for potable water. Casing and joints to conform to ASTM F 480-89.

2.2 PROTECTIVE STEEL WELL CASING: 5 inch I.D. well casing new, non-reject standard seamless or welded casing with a minimum weight of 10.8 pounds per linear foot, conforming to ASTM A-53, bearing factory markings of conformance. Joints between sections of steel casing may be welded or joined by couplings (reamed, drifted and threaded couplings).

2.3 PROTECTIVE STEEL WELL CASING: 2inch galvanized steel, Schedule 40.

2.4 SLOTTED PVC WELL CASING: Same size and specifications as PVC casing.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 DRILLING AND CASING

A. A well hole of suitable size to permit the installation of the protective casing shall be drilled and cased by the Contractor for the entire depth of the well or as approved by the C.O.R.

The intent is to install 2-inch galvanized steel casing from the aquifer penetration to approximately 200 ft. below ground, and 5-inch casing from ground surface to a depth of approximately 200 ft. The upper 20 ft. of 5-in. casing shall be steel. A suitable coupling shall be used to join the 5-in. steel and 5-in. PVC casing.

The 5-in. PVC casing shall overlap the 2-in. galvanized steel casing by approximately 40 ft. A suitable packer shall be used. A left-hand thread coupling shall be left in place at the top of the 2-in.

galvanized steel casing at its final termination.

B. The well shall be drilled and the casing installed with sufficient accuracy in the vertical alignment so as not to interfere with the installation and operation of the pump.

C. Packers required by field conditions to complete the well shall be of a material that will not impart taste, odors, toxic substances or bacterial contamination to the water in the well.

3.2 GROUTING REQUIREMENTS

A. This well will penetrate the Foxhill aquifer. Grouting of casing will be required from 20 ft. above the aquifer to the ground surface or the upper end of casing if a pitless unit is used. Full depth grouting will be required even if the well does not flow. A cement basket shall be installed 20 ft. above the aquifer.

B. Cement Grout: Shall be a mixture of 1 bag of Portland cement (94 pounds) and 5 to 6 gallons of water. Up to 5 pounds of of commercial bentonite clay may be added per sack of cement.

C. Bentonite Clay Grout: A sodium-base bentonite clay grout may be used to fill the annular space when thermoplastic casing is used. The mixture must consist of not less than 3 pounds of bentonite clay per gallon of clean water.

D. Grout Application: The annular opening between the protective casing and the natural ground shall be filled with grout. The grouting shall be done continuously and in such a manner that will force the grout from the bottom of the hole toward the ground surface. Grout shall be at least 1.5 inches thick around the well casing. Surface grouting shall be a minimum of 30 feet from the ground surface or from the bottom of the pitless unit when one is used.

E. Measurement and Payment: No separate measurement and payment will be made for grouting work.

3.3 SCREENING

Because of uncertainty as to depth and type of water-bearing strata which may be encountered and utilized, the following alternatives will be considered. Final determination of screening method will be determined in the field by the COR.

1. Open bottom casing.

2. Perforation of 2-inch galvanized steel casing.

3. PVC slotted casing with sand/gravel pack.

4. Stainless steel well screen.

A. Open Bottom Casing: If the C.O.R. elects to use an open bottom casing, a gravel pack shall be placed in the bottom of the well according to the following:

1. Gravel shall pass a 1/4-inch screen and be retained on a No. 30 screen, and shall be well graded and composed of hard, durable particles.

2. The gravel shall extend a minimum of 5 feet below the bottom of the casing and a minimum of 3 feet above the bottom of the casing, for a total of at least 8 feet.

No separate payment will be made for the gravel pack in this application.

B. Perforation of 2-inch Galvanized Steel Casing: Method, size and location of perforations shall be approved in advance by the COR.

C. Stainless Steel Well Screen: In the event a stainless steel well screen is considered, the Contractor shall provide a one-quart sample of the water-bearing strata to the C.O.R. along with his preliminary recommendation as to screen length and slot size opening to be used. Silica sand, sand or gravel packing shall be used in conjunction with the screen. Screen openings shall provide the maximum amount of open area consistent with the grading of the water-bearing formation and gravel pack and shall permit maximum transmitting ability without clogging or jamming.

If mutual agreement cannot be reached as to screen slot size or type, the selected sample of water-bearing formation shall be analyzed by the screen manufacturer.

Measurement and Payment: The use of a stainless steel well screen is required (see item 312(f), Schedule B.

3.4 DEVELOPMENT: The Contractor shall furnish all necessary pumps, compressors, plungers, bailing or other needed equipment and shall develop the well by such approved methods as shall be necessary to give the maximum yield of water per foot of drawdown and extract from the well the maximum practical quantity of such sands as may, during the life of the well, be drawn through the screen when the well is pumped under maximum conditions of drawdown.

3.5 TEST PUMPING FOR YIELD AND DRAWDOWN

A. Time to Test: After the well has been completely constructed, developed, cleaned out, and the depth of the well accurately measured, the Contractor shall notify the C.O.R. and make the necessary arrangements for conducting a final pumping test.

B. Test Pump: The Contractor shall furnish and install necessary pumping equipment capable of pumping to the required point of discharge. Contractor shall also furnish equipment for measuring the flow of water.

C. Pumping Test: Begin pumping at the rate indicated by the development process. The intent is to achieve a stabilized drawdown of approximately 50% of the static water depth in the 5-inch well casing.

When drawdown is stabilized at 50%, continue pumping at that rate for one hour.

During the pumping test, the drawdown in feet below static water level and pumping rate shall be measured and recorded at least every 5 minutes until the drawdown stabilizes.

After completion of test pumping, record water level recovery every 5 minutes until static water depth is reached.

3.6 CLEANING AND DISINFECTION

Clean and disinfect the well upon completion of well development and pump testing.

1. Cleaning: Thoroughly clean the well by removing all foreign substances, and if necessary, swab with alkalies to remove oil and grease.

2. Disinfection: Disinfect the well with sufficient chlorine tablets or bleach to provide a chlorine residual of 50 mg/l in all parts of the well. Agitate well with a bailer or other methods approved by the COR for at least 15 minutes. After agitating, wash the walls of the casing above static water with water bailed from the well.

3. Payment: There will be no separate measurement and payment for cleaning and disinfecting.

3.7 TEMPORARY WELL CAP

After completion of cleaning and disinfection, tack weld a steel plate to the top of casing to serve as a temporary well cap. This will not be required if a hand pump is installed on the casing immediately after the cleaning and disinfection.

3.8 WELL LOG AND SOIL SAMPLES

The Contractor shall keep a complete well log containing entries for each stratum encountered.

Samples from each water-bearing formation shall be kept in transparent plastic containers of approximately one pint capacity each and identified by labels showing the depth at which each was encountered. The plastic containers shall be furnished by the Contractor. The samples shall be given to the C.O.R.

One copy of the driller's well log shall be submitted to the C.O.R. within 15 days after completion of the well.

3.9 ABANDONING WELLS

Decision to abandon wells shall be at the sole discretion of the COR. Any wells designated to be abandoned by the COR shall be sealed in accordance with current North Dakota well drilling requirements.

No payment will be made for loss of hole due to malfunction or failure of drilling equipment.

SECTION 601

MOBILIZATION

DESCRIPTION

601.01 Work

This work shall consist of preparatory work and operations necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies and incidentals to the project site, and for all other work and operations that must be performed or that cause costs to be incurred prior to beginning work on the various items on the project site.

MEASUREMENT

601.02 Method

The method of measurement, as described in Section 106, will be DESIGNATED in the SCHEDULE OF

ITEMS.

PAYMENT

601.03 Basis

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Mobilization will be paid for at the contract unit price for the item as shown in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Progress payments will be made as follows:

(a) When 5 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other pay items, 50 percent of the amount for mobilization, or 5 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

(b) When 10 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other pay items, 100 percent of the amount for mobilization, or 10 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less, will be paid.

(c) Upon completion of all work on the project, any unpaid amount for mobilization will be paid.

The total of all payments, including bonding, shall not exceed the original contract amount for this item.

Payment will be made under:

Pay Item Pay Unit 601(01) Mobilization .................L.S.

SECTION 03312

CONCRETE FOR MINOR STRUCTURES

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This section specifies concrete for minor structures, such as small slabs.

2.1 JOB-BATCHED CONCRETE

A. Aggregates shall be clean, washed materials supplied by a firm regularly engaged in the production of concrete aggregates. Separate stockpiles shall be maintained of sand passing a 3/8-inch sieve and coarse aggregate of 3/4-inch to No. 4 nominal size.

B. Air-entrained mix using Type IIA cement is required.

C. Mechanical mixing required.

D. Proportion dry ingredients by volume in the following ratio:

1. Cement: 3 parts

2. Sand: 5 parts

3. Coarse aggregate: 7 parts

E. Add water to obtain a slump of 3-6 inches. Based on the ratio of dry ingredients 3-5-7, the water will be approximately two parts.

F. The relative proportions of sand and coarse aggregate may be adjusted, upon approval of the COR, if necessary to obtain better workability.

G. Ready-mix concrete with a 5-sack mix, or bagged pre-mix concrete are acceptable alternatives. If bagged pre-mix is used, add cement as needed to achieve a 5-sack mix.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PLACING AND FINISHING

A. Concrete slab at hand pump shall be 4 in. thick. Refer to hand pump drawing attached to these specifications.

B. Thoroughly dampen, level, and compact subgrade before placing concrete.

C. Forms shall be free of debris, and surfaces shall be clean; free of frost, ice, mud, or standing water.

D. Place in layers to avoid segregation, and begin placement at the corners of the structures.

E. Finish slab surface with a steel trowel. Slope finish surface as shown on the drawings.

SECTION 15144

HAND PUMPS

1.1 SCOPE

This section specifies the installation of hand pumps and hydrants to be installed on new potable water wells as part of this contract.

1.2 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED IN OTHER SECTIONS

A. Section 312 – Water Well Construction.

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B. Section 03312 - Concrete for Minor Structures.

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The major items of work under this section include the following:

Install a new hand pump, drop pipe, sucker rod, and pump cylinder at the new well.

2. Install a concrete slab and drain pipe at the new well.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to submit all items with such promptness as to cause no delay in the work. Approvals must be obtained before starting work which involves the item. The Contractor shall allow three days for approval of submittals by the Government.

B. Manufacturer's Literature: Submit two copies to the COR for approval on the items required herein.

Literature shall be marked or otherwise designated to indicate the exact model, size, etc., the Contractor proposes to use. Information shall be adequate to determine compliance with the specifications without additional research by the COR. One copy of approved submittals will be returned to the Contractor.

C. Provide manufacturer's literature on the following:

1. Hand pump and pump cylinder.

2. Drain grate and spigot adapter.

2.1 HAND PUMP

A. Monitor Model 1DFHFS with protective shroud, as manufactured by Baker Manufacturing Company, Evansville, WI, or approved equal.

B. Pump Stand Features: Adjustable stroke with a minimum of three leverage pin positions, syphon spout, built-in surge chamber, stuffing box and packing on top.

C. Pump base suitable for attachment to 5-inch nominal well casing.

NOTE: The specified pump stand has a base that slips over the well casing and is secured with 4 set screws.

This will allow the well casing to be extended to 18 inches above the concrete slab and will result in the hand pump drinking fountain to be positioned approximately 32 inches above the concrete slab. See hand pump detail attached to these specifications.

D. Polished steel piston rod, 11/16" diameter, threaded for 7/16" rod.

2.2 PUMP CYLINDER

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2 inch diameter, ten-inch stroke, all brass cylinder. Equipped with brass check valve and two leather brass plungers.

Equal to Monitor Order No. 00003.

2.3 PUMP SUCKER ROD

Galvanized steel, 7/16 inch.

2.4 DROP PIPE

Galvanized steel, 1-1/4 inch, Schedule 40.

2.5 SLAB DRAIN GRATE AND BASIN

A. Grate: 9" square or round, black plastic, equal to NDS No. 980.

B. Spigot Adapter: 9" square or round, black plastic, equal to NDS No. 931.

NDS telephone number (800) 654-1786.

2.6 SLAB DRAIN PIPE

3-inch Schedule 40 PVC with cap.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PROTECTION OF THE WORK

Take measures as necessary to prevent contamination of the well during the completion of this portion of the contract.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF HAND PUMP

A. Install drop pipe and sucker rod so cylinder is approximately 50 feet below static water, unless directed otherwise by COR.

B. Cut top of well casing so bottom of pump stand will be 18 inches above the concrete slab. Mount pump stand securely to top of well casing.

C. Adjust the length of installed pump rod so that the piston does not hit the top of the cylinder when the pump handle is at the bottom of its travel.

D. Install 1/16 to 1/8-inch weephole in drop pipe at six feet below the concrete slab.

E. Place hydrant spout toward drain.

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F. Drain Pipe Installation:

Utilize suitable adapters to connect 3-inch Sch. 40 PVC drain pipe to 4-inch spigot adapter. Embed spigot adapter and all fittings in concrete to ensure that drain water does not re-enter well.

Install drain pipe to daylight as directed by COR.

Install pipe so it slopes away from well at a minimum 1 percent grade. Bed pipe with suitable excavated material. Maintain a minimum 12 inch depth of cover over the drain pipe.

If dry well termination of drain pipe is required by the COR, dry well shall consist of one cubic yard of washed 2 inch minus gravel. Locate dry well approximately 25 feet from well.

3.3 DISINFECTION

A. Disinfect the well in accordance with Section 312 – 3.6, Cleaning and Disinfection.

B. During the installation of the cylinder and drop pipe, wipe the cylinder and drop pipe with a 100 mg/l chlorine solution.

NOTE: 1/6 cup of 5.25% household bleach per five gallons of water is roughly a 100 mg/l chlorine solution.

C. Water Sample: After completion of the hand pump installation, COR will remove the pump handle until a water sample has been collected and analyzed. Water sampling and analysis will be completed by the Government.

3.4 PAINTING

A. Casing: Remove dirt, rust, scale, mortar, and slag from the exterior of the well casing exposed above the slab. Paint exposed exterior surfaces of steel casing with suitable metal primer and two coats of lead-free, oil-based exterior enamel to match paint color and finish on pump base. Apply paint in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Paint shall be evenly applied without runs or sags.

B. Hand Pump: Apply touch-up coat of oil-based exterior enamel to hand pump components as required.

Match existing color.

3.5 CONCRETE SLAB CONSTRUCTION

A. Complete the installation of hand pump or hydrant before constructing slab.

B. Concrete slab shall be sized as shown on the drawing attached to these specifications.

Perimeter of concrete slab shall be installed level. Finish grade of concrete slab shall be such that well sites will be free draining. Select finish grade of concrete slab so compacted backfill will be flush with the top of the slab for access by the physically disabled.

Maximum slope of backfill away from the concrete slab shall be 4:1 except the uphill side of the slab shall be flush with the existing grade. Additional fill material, if required, may be obtained by skimming off high points in the immediate area of the well unless otherwise approved by the COR.

Place suitable fill under raised slab in 6-inch maximum loose lifts, and mechanically compact with a minimum of two passes per lift with a whacker-type mechanical compactor or equivalent approved by the

COR.

C. Drain: Verify location of drain to match hydrant outlet and fountain drain pipe. Set drain grate 1/2 inch below top of slab. Shape surface of slab, within 12 inches of all sides of floor drain, to slope toward drain.

AGAR 452.211-73 Attachments To Statement Of Work/Specifications (FEB 1988)

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

SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

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

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

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

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996) http://www.arnet.gov/far/

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

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

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

FAR 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984) Alternate I (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 14 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than October 10, 2008. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

The completion date is based on the assumption that the successful offeror will receive the notice to proceed around June 18, 2008. The completion date will be extended by the number of calendar days after the above date that the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, except to the extent that the delay in issuance of the notice to proceed results from the failure of the Contractor to execute the contract and give the required performance and payment bonds within the time specified in the offer.

AGAR 452.236-75 Maximum Workweek – Construction Schedule (NOV 1996)

Within 10 calendar days after receipt of a written request from the Contracting Officer, the Contractor must submit the following information in writing for approval:

(a) A schedule as required by FAR clause 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts, and

(b) The hours (including the daily starting and stopping times) and days of the week the Contractor proposed to carry out the work.

The maximum workweek that will be approved is not applicable (work on weekends requires coordination with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)).

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

AGAR 452.215-73 Post Award Conference (NOV 1996)

A post award conference will be scheduled within 5 business days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at the Supervisor’s Office in Bismarck, ND or by teleconference. A Notice to proceed shall be issued at the post award conference.

SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL

This project lies within a weed management district, which is any area of land identified for the purpose of weed management or control. Such an identified land area may be, but is not limited to, one of the following:

(1) a project or jobsite, (2) a county, (3) two or more counties, or (4) a National Forest.

Noxious weeds are defined as any exotic plant species established or that may be introduced in the State which may render land unfit for agriculture, forestry, livestock, wildlife, or other beneficial uses and which is designated by the State Department of Agriculture, or by the County Weed Management District, or by other appropriate agencies having jurisdiction.

To help stop the spread of weed seeds, this work will require the Contractor to wash his equipment and support vehicles prior to entering the weed management district. The equipment and support vehicles shall be washed with a pressure washer that is capable of producing enough water force to thoroughly remove all organic and mineral debris from the machine. Before moving the equipment to the jobsite, it shall be inspected and approved by the Contracting Officer or designated representative.

at the site and (ii) dispose of solid waste in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

452.236-77 Emergency Response (NOV 1996)

(a) Contractor's Responsibility for Fire Fighting.

(1) The Contractor, under the provisions of FAR clause 52.236-9, PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTS, shall immediately extinguish all fires on the work site other than those fires in use as a part of the work. (2) The Contractor may be held liable for all damages and for all costs incurred by the Government for labor, subsistence, equipment, supplies, and transportation deemed necessary to control or suppress a fire set or caused by the Contractor or the Contractor's agents or employees.

(b) Contractor's Responsibility for Notification in Case of Fire. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Government of any fires sighted on or in the vicinity of the work site.

( c) Contractor's Responsibility for Responding to Emergencies. When directed by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall allow the Government to temporarily use employees and equipment from the work site for emergency work (anticipated to be restricted to fire fighting). An equitable adjustment for the temporary use of employees and equipment will be made under the CHANGES clause, FAR 52.243-4.

PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

www.arnet.gov/far/ www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

52.202-1 Definitions (JUL 2004) 52.203-3 Gratuities (APR 1984) 52.203-5 Covenant Against Contingent Fees (APR 1984) 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (SEP 2006) 52.203-7 Anti-Kickback Procedures (JUL 1995) 52.203-8 Cancellation, Rescission, and Recovery of Funds for Illegal or Improper Activity (JAN 1997) 52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (JAN 1997) 52.203-12 Limitation on Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (SEP 2007) 52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double- Sided on Recycled Paper (AUG 2000) 52.204-9 Protecting the Government's Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (SEP 2006) 52.211-18 Variation in Estimated Quantity (APR 1984) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (JUN 2003) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003) 52.222-4 Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act -- Overtime Compensation (JUL 2005) 52.222-6 Davis-Bacon Act (JUL 2005) 52.222-7 Withholding of Funds (FEB 1988) 52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records (FEB 1988) 52.222-9 Apprentices and Trainees (JUL 2005) 52.222-10 Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements (FEB 1988) 52.222-11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards) (JUL 2005) 52.222-12 Contract Termination - Debarment (FEB 1988) 52.222-13 Compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Act Regulations (FEB 1988) 52.222-14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards (FEB 1988) 52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility (FEB 1988) 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999) 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007) 52.222-27 Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction (FEB 1999) 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and other

Eligible Veterans (SEP 2006) 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 1998) 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and other

Eligible Veterans (SEP 2006) http://www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

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52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (SEP 2007) 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (AUG 2003) 52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace (MAY 2001) 52.223-14 Toxic Chemical Release Reporting (AUG 2003) 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (MAR 2005) 52.227-1 Authorization and Consent (JUL 1995) 52.227-2 Notice and Assistance Regarding Patent and Copyright Infringement (AUG 1996) 52.227-4 Patent Indemnity -- Construction Contracts (APR 1984) 52.228-2 Additional Bond Security (OCT 1997) 52.228-11 Pledges of Assets (FEB 1992) 52.228-12 Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds (OCT 1995) 52.228-14 Irrevocable Letter of Credit (DEC 1999) 52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes (APR 2003) 52.232-5 Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts (SEP 2002) 52.232-17 Interest (JUN 1996) 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims (JAN 1986) 52.232-27 Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts (OCT 2003) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer – Central Contractor Registration (OCT 2003) 52.233-1 Disputes (JULY 2002) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (AUG 1996) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) 52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions (APR 1984) 52.236-3 Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work (APR 1984) 52.236-5 Material and Workmanship (APR 1984) 52.236-6 Superintendence by The Contractor (APR 1984) 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities (NOV 1991) 52.236-8 Other Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements (APR

1984) 52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas (APR 1984) 52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion (APR 1984) 52.236-12 Cleaning Up (APR 1984) 52.236-13 Accident Prevention (NOV 1991) 52.236-14 Availability and Use of Utility Services (APR 1984) 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-17 Layout of Work (APR 1984) 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction (FEB 1997) 52.236-26 Preconstruction Conference (FEB 1995) 52.242-13 Bankruptcy (JUL 1995) 52.243-4 Changes (AUG 1987) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Items (MAR 2007) 52.245-1 Property Records (JUN 2007) 52.246-21 Warranty of Construction (MAR 1994) 52.248-3 Value Engineering -- Construction (SEP 2006) 52.249-1 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (Short From) (APR 1984)

52.249-10 Default (Fixed-Price Construction) (APR 1984) 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms (JAN 1991)

AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES

452.232-70 Reimbursement for Bond Premiums – Fixed-Price Construction Contracts (NOV 1996) 452.236-71 Prohibition Against the Use of Lead-Paint (NOV 1996) 452.236-72 Use of Premises (NOV 1996) 452.236-73 Archeological or Historic Sites (FEB 1988) 452.236-74 Control of Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution (NOV 1996) 452.236-76 Samples and Certificates (FEB 1988)

52.204-7 Central Contractor Registration (JUL 2006)

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