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SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES:

1.2 Description of work.

1.3 Contractor Use of Site.

1.4 Field Verification.

1.5 Contractor Furnished Items.

1.6 Owner Furnished Materials and Services.

1.2 DESCRIPTION:

A. Base Bid shall include the construction of electrical supply system improvements including electrical and control lines, electrical service and distribution.

B. Option Bid shall include the installation of fire booster pump and plumbing.

C. Work includes construction staking, clearing and grubbing, erosion control, utility trench and backfill, waste disposal, asphalt concrete trench patching, demolition, and electrical work.

1.3 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES:

A. The Forest Service will not allow construction workers to camp on site without specific approval.

B. Storage of construction materials shall be limited to those areas designated and approved by the Forest Service and site operator.

C. Site clearing shall be limited to areas within the limits of construction, and as shown on the drawings. Care shall be taken not to damage or destroy natural vegetation outside construction limits.

D. Locations of existing utilities shown on the drawings are approximate. The

Contractor shall take precautions to locate and protect all existing utility lines.

Notify utility companies and the Project Engineer prior to excavations in the vicinity of known utilities.

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E. Should damage occur to an unknown utility, repairs shall be performed as directed by the Project Engineer. Equitable adjustments shall be made under the terms of the changes provisions.

F. The Contractor shall comply with all legal load requirements of the State of

California and County Jurisdictions when operating on public roads. Damage to existing roadways from equipment operation or excessive loads shall be repaired by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Forest Service.

1.4 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. The Contractor shall field-verify all new and existing dimensions and field conditions prior to starting work or ordering products.

1.5 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED ITEMS:

A. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials and equipment necessary for the completion of the work, as specified.

1.6 OWNER - FURNISHED MATERIALS AND SERVICES

The Contractor is responsible for inspecting all items prior to signing for their receipt. If the items are damaged after the Contractor accepts them, the damaged items shall be repaired or replaced at the Contractor’s expense. The Forest

Service will furnish the following materials and services.

A. Drawings

Two (2) full sized sets of construction drawings (11"x 17") and two (2) sets of specifications will be provided to the Contractor upon award of this

Contract. Any additional sets of plans and specifications will be provided for a fee.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

Not Used.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

PART 4 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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***END OF SECTION 01010***

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SECTION 01051

FIELD ENGINEERING

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 CONSTRUCTION GRADE CONTROL:

A. This work shall consist of setting construction stakes based on project control established by the Project Engineer. Work includes slope and grade control during the course of construction. Construction tolerance shall be as follows:

1. Roadways, parking:

a. Horizontal .5 feet

b. Vertical .1 feet

2. Structures:

a. Horizontal .1 feet

b. Vertical .05 feet

3. Pipelines and conduits:

a. Horizontal 1.0 feet

b. Vertical .1 feet

B. Construction stakes and control points damaged or destroyed by contractors operations shall be replaced at the contractor’s expense. The contractor shall offset and reference any construction control point that may be damaged or destroyed during construction operations.

1.2 STRUCTURES:

A. Structures will be construction-staked by providing one corner, structure line, and finish floor reference elevation. The Contractor shall maintain these control points and verify structure location prior to construction of foundations.

1.3 MATERIALS TESTING:

A. Material sampling and gradations testing for submittals shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. An independent testing laboratory or qualified materials technician shall be employed by the Contractor to perform materials testing, or materials suppliers shall furnish certificates of compliance to project specifications.

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B. Material samples for in-place densities and material control shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Material gradations shall be submitted to the

Project Engineer for approval prior to placement of material. Material sampling shall be in accordance with the following schedule:

1.4 COMPACTION TESTING:

A. In-place density testing shall be performed during construction by the

Contractor as follows:

1. Subgrade - one compaction test per 5000 square feet per lift of embankment

(minimum).

2. Bases and subbases - one compaction test per 10,000 square feet of surface area (minimum)

3. Trench backfill - one compaction test per 100 lineal foot of trench, as needed.

4. Moisture/density relationships shall be as determined by ASTM D1557, method C. Maximum densities shall be determined from curves prepared.

5. In-place densities shall be determined by the sand cone method (ASTM

D1556-07) or by nuclear methods (ASTM D2922).

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 FIELD ENGINEERING:

A. Measurement and payment for field engineering will be included in the Bid

Schedule under Field Engineering.

***END OF SECTION 01051***

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SECTION 01300

SUBMITTALS

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of submittal requirements before and during construction.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS: Closeout submittals - Section 01700.

1.3 SCHEDULES: As soon as possible after Notice of Award and before beginning any work, submit Progress Schedule and Schedule of Values as a package. The

Project Engineer will review the Progress Schedule and the Schedule of Values for format and content.

A. Progress Schedule: Submit four copies of Progress schedule (normally in bar chart form) showing estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. The first progress payment will not be issued until an acceptable progress schedule is submitted.

B. Schedule of Values: For lump sum bid items, submit a schedule of dollar values based on the Contract Bid Schedule including all bid items. Break down into component parts each bid item involving a series of operations for which progress payments may be requested. The total costs for the component parts shall equal the bid amount for that item, and the total cost of all items shall equal the contract sum. The Project Engineer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for progress payments

1.4 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES:

A. General Procedures:

1. As specified in the individual sections, forward submittals to the Project

Engineer at least 30 days before need for approval. Unless a different number is specified, submit three copies of each shop drawing, two specimens of each sample, and three copies of all other submittals requested, all of which will be retained by the Project Engineer. Submit any additional copies that are to be returned.

2. Coordinate all submittals and review them for legibility, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract requirements. Forward submittals that are related to or affect one another as a package to facilitate coordinated review.

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3. List submittals on a transmittal letter with date of submittal and content of submittal. Transmittal letter shall be on Contractor’s letterhead or other approved format. All submittals shall be uniformly transmitted.

4. Submittals will not be accepted for review if an incorrect amount of submittals are submitted, the transmittal form is incorrectly filled out, submittals are not coordinated, or submittals do not show evidence of

Contractor’s approval.

5. Specific Procedures:

1. Shop Drawings: Identify each copy of shop drawings with contract drawing number in lower right hand corner.

2. Samples: Samples shall be large enough to illustrate clearly the functional characteristics and full range of color, texture, or pattern.

3. Manufacturer’s Literature: Submit only pertinent pages; mark each copy of standard printed data to identify products referenced in specification section.

4. Aggregate Samples: Samples shall be large enough to perform the necessary tests and gradings required by the specifications.

Twenty-five pound sample minimum.

B. Project Engineer’s Review:

1. After approving submittals, Project Engineer will return Contractor’s copies.

2. If submittals are not approved, Project Engineer will return all copies to

Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes.

3. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor’s own risk.

1.5 APPROVED EQUALS AND SUBSTITUTIONS:

A. For each item proposed as an ‘approved equal’, submit a separate request.

With each request, submit supporting data, including:

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the qualities of the proposed item with that specified.

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3. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

4. Name, address and telephone number of vendor.

5. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists. Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

B. A request for approval constitutes a representation that the contractor:

1. Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

2. Will provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

3. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

4. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

5. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

C. New Construction Materials: The Contractor is encouraged to submit for approval products made out of recycled or environmentally-responsible material.

1.6 MANUFACTURER’S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: When contract

documents require compliance with manufacturer’s printed instructions, provide one complete set of instructions for the Project Engineer and keep another complete set of instructions at the project site until substantial completion.

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4.1 SUBMITTALS: Payment will be included in the bid schedule for which this work relates, and no separate payment shall be made.

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SECTION 01510

TEMPORARY SERVICES

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of providing temporary services required for the Contractor’s performance of the work of this Contract.

2.1 GENERAL: Temporary materials may be new or used, but must be adequate in capacity for the required usage, must not create unsafe conditions, and must not violate requirements of applicable codes and standards.

2.2 SANITARY FACILITIES: The public restrooms at the project site are available for use by the contractor.

2.3 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT: UL Class 2A, 2-1/2 gallon water type, stored-pressure extinguisher and UL Class 10, Type I, 15-pound B:C carbon dioxide extinguisher, shall be provided on the project.

2.4 STORAGE SHEDS: Temporary weather-tight sheds or other covered facilities for storage of materials subject to weather damage. Number and size of structures shall be subject to contractor needs and the Project Engineer approval.

2.5 OTHER STRUCTURES: Locate where directed or as approved by the Project

Engineer.

3.1 EXECUTION AND LIGHTING:

A. If an office trailer is used, power and phone service may not be available.

Make arrangements with utility company for electric and telephone if available and pay all costs.

1. Temporary Electrical: Temporary electrical work shall meet requirements of National Electrical Code (NEC), 1996 edition. If electing to provide ground-fault protection through the assured equipment grounding conductor program, promptly submit the results of all required tests to the

Project Engineer. In addition, a written description of the assured equipment grounding program, including specific procedures, shall be available at the job site, and a copy shall be submitted to the Project

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B. When temporary connections are removed, restore existing utility services to their original condition.

3.2 TELEPHONE: Pay telephones are not available in area.

3.3 WATER:

A. Potable water is available from hydrants and hose bibs in area.

3.4 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION:

A. A capable and qualified person shall be placed in charge of fire protection.

The responsibilities shall include locating and maintaining fire protective equipment and establishing and maintaining safe torch cutting and welding procedures.

B. Spark Arresters: Equip all gasoline or diesel powered equipment used in potential forest or grass fire locations with spark arresters approved by the

U.S. Forest Service or California Department of Forestry. Written determinations of areas and periods of potential fire hazard will be issued by the Project Engineer.

C. Locate internal combustion equipment so that exhausts discharge well away from combustible materials.

D. Smoking: Smoking within buildings or temporary storage sheds is prohibited.

E. Welding: Cutting by torch or welding shall be performed only when adequate fire protection is provided.

3.5 PROTECTION EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

A. Buildings: Furnish a minimum of one extinguisher for each 1,500 square feet of area or major fraction thereof. Travel distance from any work station to the nearest extinguisher shall not exceed 75 feet.

B. Vehicles and Equipment: Provide one extinguisher on each vehicle or piece of equipment.

3.6 REMOVAL OF STRUCTURES: Remove temporary structures, equipment, and furnishings and terminate services after construction work is 100% completed or when directed by the Project Engineer.

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4.1 TEMPORARY SERVICES: No separate payment shall be made for items included in this section. Payment shall be included in the bid schedule for which this work relates.

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SECTION 01700

PROJECT CLOSEOUT

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of final clean-up, closeout submittals, and final inspection procedures.

2.1 CLEANING MATERIALS: As recommended by the manufacturer of surface to be cleaned.

2.2 POSTED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: Provide operating instructions and manufacturer literature in 3-ring binder of appropriate size for the material. Label for each system.

3.1 POSTED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: As specified in the individual sections, furnish operating instructions to the Project Engineer and Owner upon project completion. Include wiring diagrams, control diagrams, control sequence, start-up, adjustment, operation, lubrication, shut-down, safety precautions, procedures in the event of equipment failure, and other items of instruction recommended by the manufacturer.

3.2 CLEANING: Before scheduling the final inspection, remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials and rubbish. Restore or refinish surfaces that are damaged due to work of this contract to original condition. Remove grease, dirt, stains, foreign materials and labels from finished surfaces. Thoroughly clean building interiors. Pick up all construction debris from the site. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for use.

3.3 PROJECT RECORD DRAWINGS:

A. Maintain one complete full-size set of contract drawings and one full-size set of vendor-supplied drawings. Clearly mark changes, deletions and additions using conventional drafting standards to show actual construction conditions.

Show additions in red, deletions in green and special instructions in black.

B. Keep record drawings current. Inspection will be made monthly.

Certification of accuracy and completeness will be required on monthly payment requisitions.

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C. On completion of the total project, submit complete record drawings. Include all shop drawings, sketches and additional drawings that are to be included in the final set, with clear instructions showing the location of these drawings.

3.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS: Submit before final inspection request.

A. Project Record Drawings: As specified above.

B. Guarantees and Bonds: As specified in individual sections.

C. Spare Parts and Materials: As specified in individual sections.

D. Operation and Maintenance Data: As specified in Section 01300.

E. Keys and Keying Schedule: Provide keys for all locks, including duplicates.

Wire all keys for each lock securely together. Tag and plainly mark with lock number, equipment identification, or panel or switch number and indicate location, such as building and room name or number.

F. Operating Tools: As specified in the individual sections.

G. Special Tools: One set of special tools required to operate, adjust, dismantle, or repair equipment. Special tools are those not normally found in possession of mechanics or maintenance personnel.

3.5 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION AND FINAL INSPECTION: Submit written certification that project, or designated portion of project, is substantially complete, and request in writing a final inspection. The Project Engineer will make an inspection within 10 days of receipt of request.

A. When work is determined to be substantially complete, the Project Engineer will prepare a list of deficiencies to be corrected before final acceptance and issue a Letter of Substantial Completion.

B. If work is not determined to be substantially complete, the Project Engineer will notify the Contractor in writing. After completing work, the Contractor shall resubmit certification and request a new final inspection.

3.6 ACCEPTANCE OF THE WORK: After all deficiencies have been corrected, a

Letter of Acceptance will be issued.

4.1 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT: Payment will be included in the bid schedule for which this work relates. No separate payment shall be made.

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***END OF SECTION 01700***

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SECTION 01900

MOBILIZATION

1.1 DESCRIPTION: This work shall include 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 prior to beginning work on various items on the project. This work also includes bonding costs.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

Not used.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

Not used.

4.1 MEASUREMENT: Shall be lump sum for the job.

4.2 PAYMENT: Progress payments shall 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.

***END OF SECTION 01900***

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SECTION 02110

CLEARING AND GRUBBING

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of clearing, grubbing, and removing and disposing of trees, vegetation and debris. Clearing limits shall be 4 feet beyond limits of excavation, 14 feet above finish grade for roadway construction and 10 feet wide for utility lines, clearing for pipeline trail shall be only that clearing necessary for the construction of the trail and pipeline, or as shown on the drawings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used.

3.1 PROTECTION OF TREES AND PLANTS TO REMAIN: Section 01010.

3.2 CLEARING: Remove all trees, brush and vegetation from areas designated to be cleared. As directed, trim low hanging, unsound or unsightly branches on trees and shrubs designated to remain. Make cuts flush with trunk or branch.

3.3 GRUBBING: Remove all stumps, roots and debris a minimum of 24 inches below original ground. Use hand methods for grubbing inside drip line of trees to remain. Fill stump and root holes as specified in Section 02223.

3.4 DISPOSAL: Disposal of vegetative material shall be as follows:

A. Tree stems and limb material larger than 3 inches in diameter shall be cut into lengths not exceeding 24 inches in length and stockpiled in locations as directed by the Project Engineer for future use.

B. Roots, stumps, limbs and material not covered in 3.4A, shall be chipped and stockpiled as directed by the Project Engineer or removed from the site and disposed of in accordance with local ordinances and regulations. Burning of construction slash will not be permitted without specific approval of the

Project Engineer and the Forest Service.

4.1 CLEARING AND GRUBBING: Payment will be included in the schedule under clearing and grubbing. Measurement shall be lump sum for all clearing on the project.

***END OF SECTION 02110***

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SECTION 02221

UTILITY TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of trenching, backfilling, concrete patching and asphalt patching for the construction and installation of conduits and cables. All trenching will be open cut except as noted on the drawings.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. All references to percent of maximum density shall be as determined by

ASTM D1557, Method C, at a moisture content determined to be suitable for such density. Moisture-density curves shall be prepared in a certified soils testing laboratory.

B. In-Place Soil Density Testing: Procedures used be in accordance with ASTM

D1556-82, Density of Soil in Place by the Sand-Cone Method, or ASTM

D2922-81, Density of Soil and Soil-Aggregate in Place by Nuclear Methods

(shallow depth). Testing shall be in accordance with Section 01051.

Test locations will be selected at the discretion of the Project Engineer.

1.3 PROJECT CONDITIONS:

A. Arrange construction sequences to provide the shortest practical time that the trenches will be open to avoid hazard to the public and to minimize the possibility of trench collapse. Trenches in traffic areas shall be plated or otherwise protected from the public.

1.4 EXCAVATION CLASSIFICATION: Regardless of the nature of material excavated, all excavation will be considered unclassified.

2.1 GENERAL: All backfill material shall be approved before use and be free of cinders, ashes, ice, frozen soil, large hard clods, organic debris, or other deleterious items. Trench excavation materials may be used as approved by the

Project Engineer.

2.2 MATERIALS FOR SELECT BACKFILLING:

A. The class or type of backfill material shown on the plans and designated in these specifications shall meet the following criteria:

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1. Class 1 Material: Three types of materials are acceptable; 1) naturally occurring (not crushed) rounded sand, 2) crushed sand, and 3) decomposed granite. All material shall be free from clay, organic, or other deleterious material, shall have a sand equivalent of at least 50, and shall meet the following percent passing by weight gradations:

Natural Crushed Decomposed

Sieve Size Sand Sand Granite

1-1/2” 100 ---

3/4” 75-100 100 100

No. 4 55-100 75-100 75-100

No. 200 0-5 0-15 0-5

2. Class 2 Material: Select excavated earth, free from stones or lumps exceeding 1” in greatest dimension, vegetative matter, or other deleterious

3. Class 3 Material: Select excavated earth, free from stones or lumps exceeding 2” in greatest dimension, vegetative matter or other deleterious

4. Class 4 Material: Select excavated earth, free from stones or lumps exceeding 4” in greatest dimension, vegetative matter or other deleterious

5. Sand-Cement Slurry Backfill Material: Sand-cement slurry shall consist of washed sand, free from clay and organic material of which 100% will pass a ¾” screen, at least 75% will pass a No. 4 sieve and no more than

5% will pass a No. 200 sieve. The sand shall be mixed thoroughly with

Type 1 or 2 cement, at a ratio of 1-1/2 sacks per cubic yard of sand and enough water to accommodate mixing and placing, but not more than will allow compaction of replacement asphalt.

3.1 TRENCH CLEARING:

A. The maximum width of clearing for utility trenches shall be 10 feet unless otherwise directed by the Project Engineer. Trench spoils shall not be placed over or around uncleared vegetation unless specifically approved by the

Project Engineer.

3.2 TRENCH EXCAVATION:

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A. This work shall consist of pipe trench excavation regardless of character of surface and subsurface conditions including location of underground facilities, blasting, over-excavating and shoring.

1. Paved Areas: Areas paved with asphalt or concrete shall be marked for alignment and trench width. Asphalt and concrete paving, or sidewalks, shall be cut with a saw in neat parallel lines. The cut lines shall be at least

6” outside each edge of the trench width to prevent overbreaking and cracking of the paved surfaces.

2. Trench Configuration: The trench shall be excavated to allow the pipe to be aligned in the approximate center. Trench widths shall permit the pipe to be laid and joined properly and to allow for proper placement and compaction of backfill material. In no case shall the trench width be less than the pipe O.D. plus 16 inches. The trench side walls shall be as near vertical as possible, except where sloping is permitted by the Project

Engineer. The trench bottom shall provide a firm, uniform and continuous bedding for the pipe. Properly sized and placed bell holes shall be provided at each joint. Mounding of trench bottom to support pipe will not be allowed.

In steep slope sections, winch tractors with winch cables sized for loading conditions will be utilized to enhance equipment stability when equipment is engaged in any work being performed on the steep slope. All mobile equipment operators will ensure they wear a seat belt at all times during any steep slope construction operations.

All temporary water bars and slope breaks will be graded smooth prior to any equipment or vehicles traveling up or down steep slope, but replaced at the end of each workday.

3. Over Excavation: Trenches for all types of PVC pipeline materials shall be over excavated to provide for a minimum 6-inch sand (class 1) bedding. Trenches for ductile iron pipe shall be over excavated by a minimum of 6 inches in areas of rock, hardpan, shale or other unsuitable bedding materials, all as shown on the plans.

Trenches in areas of underground water shall be over excavated to allow for 6 inches or more of Class 1 backfill, as required for Pipe Trench

Backfill.

Any areas of trench over excavated beyond the lines and grades shown on the plans or specified herein shall be brought back up to proper grade using suitable materials as approved by the Project Engineer. This

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4. Trench Spoils: Excess material generated from the trench excavation shall be disposed of at the location designated on the drawings or as directed by the Engineer. The material shall be placed in layers and shaped to drain.

Asphalt shall be broken to a maximum of 6" in longest dimension and mixed with native trench excavation. No asphalt shall be allowed in the outer 3 feet of the disposal pile at the completion of work. The disposal pile shall be seeded and mulched in conformance with Section 02931

Seeding and Mulching at the completion of work.

3.2 SHORING AND SHEETING: Construct and maintain all shoring, sheeting, barricades, and slope layback necessary to protect the excavation, as needed for the safety of the employees and as required by applicable State and Federal laws.

3.3 BACKFILLING:

A. Native material removed from the trench may be used for backfill material provided it meets all of the requirements set forth on the plans and in these specifications. Native backfill material may be mechanically screened to meet these requirements.

B. The Contractor shall import the type and quantities of backfill materials not found on the job site at his own cost.

C. Compaction: Use vibratory compactors for sands and gravels (noncohesive soils). Use mechanical tampers for sand and gravel containing a significant portion of fine-grained material, such as silt and clay (cohesive soils). Hand tamp around pipe or cable to protect the lines until adequate cushion is attained. Puddling or water flooding for consolidation of backfill or compaction by wheel rolling with construction equipment will not be permitted. Compaction shall be 90 percent of maximum density.

D. Utility Installation: Shape the trench bottom to ensure uniform contact with the full length of the installed line and remove any sharp-edged materials that might damage the line. Compaction shall be maintained beneath the line.

E. Select Backfill: Fill by hand placement around the utility to just over half depth, and compact in a manner to ensure against lateral or vertical displacement. Place select backfill to 6 inches above the utility line by hand placement in not more than 6-inch layers. Compact each layer to 90 percent of maximum density.

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F. Sand-Cement Slurry Backfill: All water main, service line and sewer crossings under paved roadways shall be backfilled from 6” above the pipe to the underside of the replacement paving with sand-cement slurry, except as shown otherwise on the plans. The pipeline shall be bedded and backfilled to

6” above the pipe with Class 1 material prior to placing the sand-cement slurry.

G. All utilities shall be marked in accordance with Section 02229.

3.4 SURFACE FINISH WORK:

A. Paved Areas: Replace removed paving and base course with new material of equal or better quality and of the same texture and color as the adjacent paved areas. Saw cut pavement edge to a true line and broom as needed prior to paving.

B. Concrete Walks and Patios: Replace removed concrete and base course with new material of equal or better quality and of the same texture and color as the adjacent concrete areas. Saw cut concrete edge to a true line and broom as needed prior to replacing concrete.

C. Open Areas: Grade all disturbed areas to a finish ordinarily obtained from a blade grader, with no abrupt changes in grade or irregularities that will hold water.

D. Drainage Ditches: Restore drainage ditches to appropriate line and grade, using surface erosion-prevention techniques approved by the Project

E. Clean-Up: Prior to final inspection and acceptance, remove all rubbish and excess material for disposal as approved, and leave area in a neat, satisfactory condition.

4.1 UTILITY TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING: Payment shall be as shown in the Bid Schedule and includes all trenching, bedding, compaction, asphalt patching, concrete patching and backfill to finish grade.

4.2 MEASUREMENT: Measurement shall be as shown in the Bid Schedule, regardless of utility placed. Measurement shall be to the face of structures receiving the utility.

***END OF SECTION 02221***

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SECTION 02229

UTILITY LINE MARKING

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of furnishing and installing utility line marking.

1.2 SUBMITTALS: As specified in Section 01300.

A. Samples: 24-inch strips of tape and two markers.

B. Certification that the materials used in the tape fabrication meet the requirements of this section.

2.1 MARKING TAPE:

A. Construction: Impervious plastic film not less than 3 inches wide. Total thickness of tape shall not be less than 0.005 inch (5 mil) plus or minus 10 percent manufacturing tolerances.

B. Imprint: 3/4-inch or larger bold black letters.

C. Legend: Identify buried utility line tape with imprint such as ‘Caution: Sewer

Line Below’. Repeat identification at approximately 24-inch intervals.

D. Background Color: APWA color code and as specified below:

Color Utility

Safety Red Electric

Safety Precaution Blue Water System

Safety Green Sanitary Sewer, Storm Drain

E. Manufacturer: Lineguard, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois; Reef Industries, Inc., Houston, Texas; Thor Enterprises, Inc., Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; or approved equal.

3.1 MARKING TAPE:

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A. Install tape in backfill directly over each buried utility line as shown on the drawings.

B. Where utilities are buried in a common trench, identify each line by a separate warning tape. Bury tapes side by side directly over the applicable line.

4.1 UTILITY LINE MARKING: Payment will be included in the Bid Schedule for the utility, which this work relates to.

***END OF SECTION 02229***

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SECTION 02232

AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of furnishing and placing aggregate base course, and filler if required, on a prepared subgrade in roadway trench.

1.2 SUBMITTALS: As specified in Section 01300.

A. If materials are obtained from a commercial source, submit certification from the supplier certifying that aggregate base course meets the requirements of this section.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE: Material testing required to determine compliance with the requirements for the work of this section will be the responsibility of the

Contractor.

2.1 AGGREGATE: Clean, hard, durable fragments or particles of crushed stone, or crushed or natural gravel and shall meet the following requirements:

A. Gradation: The aggregate shall be 3/4” maximum and shall conform to requirements of Standard Specification (Cal Trans) Section 26 for Class 2 base:

Sieve Size Percent Passing

1” 100

3/4” 87-100

No. 4 30-65

No. 30 5-35

No. 200 0-12

B. Quality Requirements: The material shall conform to the following:

Test Test Method No. Requirement

R-Valve Calif. 301 78 Min.

Sand Equivalent Calif. 217 20-35

Durability Index 35 Min.

Fractured Faces 50 Percent

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2.2 RECYCLED ASPHALT: Pulverized asphalt pavement shall be used as sub-base within the parking lot areas. Gradation requirements shall conform to Cal Trans

Section 26, 1-1/2” maximum size.

3.1 PLACING: If the required compacted depth of the aggregate base course exceeds 6 inches, place course in two or more layers of approximately equal thickness. The maximum compacted thickness of any one layer shall not exceed

6 inches.

3.2 COMPACTION: Compact each layer to a density of not less than 95 percent of the maximum density, as determined by AASHTO T180-74. Random tests for compacted depth will be made during the progress of the work.

3.3 SURFACE FINISHING:

A. Use a smooth steel wheel roller for the final rolling of top surface base course.

Water surface and evenly spread loose stones before final rolling. Make minimum of two complete passes over area to embed stones. Correct soft spots developed during rolling.

B. Compacted base course surface shall be smooth and free from waves and other irregularities. Unsatisfactory portions of base course shall be removed, reworked, re-laid and re-rolled at no additional expense to the Owner.

3.4 MATERIAL ACCEPTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Acceptance will be based on periodic samples and tests taken following mixing and before laying.

4.1 AGGREGATE BASE COURSE: Payment will be included in the Bid Schedule for the item, which this work relates. No separate payment will be made for this item.

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SECTION 15200

EQUIPMENT

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. The work in this section includes labor and material necessary to furnish and install mechanical equipment specified under this contract.

1.2 COMPLETE WORKING INSTALLATION:

A. The system(s) shall be completed and functional as shown, or reasonably inferred. Drawings and specifications do not undertake to list every item to be installed. When an item is necessary for operation of the equipment shown or specified, furnish a suitable item that will allow the system to function properly at no extra charge to the Forest Service.

1.3 CODES:

A. All work and materials shall be in strict accordance with the latest rules, regulations or publications of the occupational Safety and Health

Administration; Uniform Plumbing Code, California Administrative Code, Title 8, Industrial Relations; Title 19, Public Safety; Title 24, Buildings

Standards; National Electric Code; National Sanitation Foundation; and

Western Plumbing Officials Association.

1.4 TESTS:

A. Prior to project completion and final inspection, an operations readiness test shall be performed on all mechanical equipment and systems installed under this contract.

B. Operational testing shall include full operation of the equipment and systems to verify operation and serviceability.

1.5 SUBMITTALS:

A. The Contractor shall provide submittals on all components of this system, including booster pump and control panels.

B. The Contractor shall submit two (2) copies of the complete list of materials, providing the name of the manufacturer, product brand name, and catalog number.

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A. Water system fire flow booster pump shall be capable of pumping 250 gpm at

52' TDH, Gould model 3655 size 2.5 x 3-11 or approved equal. Pump features shall include: enclosed impeller, single stage, close cupld, volute casing, and handle maximum liquid temperature of 150°F.

3.1 INSTALLATION:

A. All mechanical components shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and applicable codes and regulations.

4.1 MEASUREMENT:

A. Measurement shall be as shown on the Bid Schedule for “Fire Booster Pump”.

4.2 PAYMENT:

A. Payment shall be included in the Bid Schedule under items listed.

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SECTION 15400

PLUMBING WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION:

A. The work in this section includes labor and material necessary for the installation of complete and operable systems of plumbing, including work shown on the drawings and/or described by this section of the specifications.

Labor and materials necessary for the complete installation of all plumbing and fixtures within the water treatment building.

1.2 COMPLETE WORKING INSTALLATION:

A. The system shall be functional as shown, or reasonably inferred. Drawings and specifications do not undertake to list every item that is to be installed.

When an item is necessary for the operation of the equipment shown or specified, furnish a suitable item that will allow the system to function properly at no extra charge to the Forest Service.

1.3 CODES:

A. All work materials shall be in strict accordance with the latest rules, regulations, or publications of the Occupational Safety and Health

Administration; the Uniform Plumbing Code; California Administrative Code, Title 8, Industrial Relations; California Administrative Code, Title 19, Public

Safety; California Administrative Code, Title 24, Buildings Standards;

National Sanitation Foundation; and Western Plumbing Officials Association.

1.4 TESTS:

A. General: Test piping at completion of roughing in, before backfilling, or at other times as directed. Systems may be tested as a unit, or in sections, as directed. Furnish necessary materials, test pumps, and labor. Notify the

Project Engineer at least 48 hours in advance of testing. After tests, repair any leaks and retest to determine if leaks have been remedied. Dispose of surplus water after testing in nearby drainage system.

B. General Tests: Test system per following test schedule at a minimum duration of 4 hours. Systems shall show no loss in pressure or visible leaks.

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TEST SCHEDULE

Piping System Tested Test Pressure PSIG Test With

Sewers, wastes, drains, 5 Water vents

Water 150 Water

1.5 SUBMITTALS: The Contractor shall make submittals on all components, fixtures and accessories and receive approval in writing before installation of plumbing materials. The Contractor shall submit two (2) copies of the complete list of materials and equipment to be installed under this work, giving the name of the manufacturer, product brand name, and catalog number of each item.

2.1 POLYVINYL CHLORIDE PIPE (PVC):

A. Type: Schedule 40 and 80 conforming to ASTM Standard D1785-76.

B. Fittings: Schedule 40 and 80 socket cement shall conform to ASTM Standard

D2466-78.

C. Solvent Cement: PVC solvent cement shall conform to ASTM Standard

D2564-80.

2.2 VALVES:

A. Red and White, Nibco, or equal, of the following types. Valves shall be the same size as the pipe in which they are installed. Features of valves are:

1. Gate Valves: 2” and smaller – S-113, soldered ends. 2-1/2” and 3” – T-

113, threaded ends.

2. Check Valves: 2” and smaller – S-143, soldered ends. 2-1/2” and 3” – T-

433 threaded ends.

3. Ball Valves: 2” and smaller – S-595, soldered ends. 2-1/2” – T-595, threaded ends.

2.3 PIPE HANGERS:

A. Fee and Mason, Grinnell, or equal, clevis hangers, Fig. 65 and Fig. 149 ring type. Hanger rods shall be sized in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

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2.4 FLASHING:

A. Fabricate from 4-pound sheet lead.

B. Counter flashing sleeve Acorn #1520 and #1540, or equal.

2.5 PIPE SLEEVES: Adjust-O-Crete floor slabs #10X, wall sleeves #100, or equal.

2.6 DIELECTRIC COUPLINGS: V Line, EPCO, or equal, render accessible.

2.7 CLEANOUTS: J.R. Smith, Zurn, or equal. All cleanouts shall have lead seals and cadmium plated plugs with straight threads or tapered threads.

2.8 FLOOR DRAINS (where specified):

A. J.R. Smith, #2010-B-H-G-CP-8” square, Wade #W-1100-G-27-4-14-41-102-

8” square galvanized body-hinged grate, or equal. Furnish with “P” traps where shown and where required by code.

3.1 GENERAL:

A. All piping in connection with the plumbing system shall be so installed that piping or connections will not be subject to undue strains or stresses.

Provisions shall be made for expansion, contraction, and structural settlement.

No piping shall be directly embedded in concrete walls, masonry walls or footings. No member shall be seriously weakened or impaired by cutting, notching, or otherwise during the installation of plumbing.

B. Wrap all water piping not installed in the ground with ½” thickness hair felt at all points of contact with the building, other pipes, or hangers.

C. Install sleeves wherever pipes pass through concrete or masonry.

D. Materials, methods, and locations of service mains connecting the new construction to all existing services shall be in strict accordance with rules, regulations, codes and requirements of all agencies having jurisdiction over this installation. Check connections to existing work in order that the extension may be done as indicated on the drawings but before starting any other work. Locate and excavate all buried stubs to be connected to in this contract before beginning excavation.

3.2 PIPE, FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES:

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A. Install all piping clean, free of tool marks, plumb with building lines and graded to drain and eliminate air pockets. Avoid conflict with structural members. Make ample provisions for expansion and contraction using special bends or swings where required. Provide unions as required to facilitate convenient removal of valves and similar fittings. Install valves where shown on the drawings, at each fixture, and where required for the proper functioning of the plumbing system. All valves installed in this section shall be of the same manufacturer. Valves, strainers, cocks, etc., shall be the same size as the pipes in which they are installed, unless otherwise indicated. Wrap all water piping not installed in the ground with ½” thickness of hair felt at all points of contact with the building construction, other pipes, straps, and hangers. Install dielectric couplings wherever a non-ferrous pipe connects to a ferrous pipe or piece of equipment.

B. Polyvinyl chloride pipe (PVC):

1. Fittings and Joints: Shall be solvent cemented socket type. Flanged joints shall be used at valves and where shown on the drawings and shall be socket-welded to the pipe. Solvent cement shall be as recommended by the pipe and fitting manufacturer and shall be in accordance with ASTM

D2564-80.

C. Valves:

1. Use screwed type valves for copper piping connecting to threaded pipe and fit with a bushing on the copper pipe side.

2. Use solder type valves which connect on both sides to copper tubing.

D. Pipe Hangers:

1. Use to support all pipe lines at a spacing not to exceed 5 feet on centers on all runs of cast iron pipe and copper pipe 1” and smaller, and not more than 10 feet on centers on all other pipe, with a separate hanger for each branch even though it is less than the spacing given.

2. Supports shall be a patented hanging system: Unistrut, Globe Strut, or equal.

E. Flashings:

1. Provide for all pipes passing through roofs, extending up the pipe at least

6” and along the roof not less than 8” from the edge of pipe on all sides.

2. Terminate each vent through the roof in a cast iron counter-flashing sleeve.

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F. Cleanouts: Install where required by ordinances, where shown on the drawings, and at the end of house drains, at all changes in directions, in all straight runs at 100-foot intervals, where horizontal mains change size, and at all ends of all branch pipes which are over 5 feet in length.

G. Dielectric Unions: Provide wherever a non-ferrous pipe connects to a ferrous pipe or piece of equipment.

H. Pipe Sleeve:

1. Install wherever pipes pass through concrete or masonry.

2. The inside diameter of the sleeve shall be 1” larger than the outside diameter of the pipe or pipe insulation and all sleeves in and below the floor shall be caulked and mastic sealed to insure water tightness.

PART 4 – PAYMENT

4.1 PAYMENT: Payment for costs incurred under this section shall be included in the Bid Schedule under the item requiring plumbing. No separate measurement shall be made.

***END OF SECTION 15400***

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SECTION 16010

GENERAL PROVISIONS ELECTRICAL

1.1 SCOPE

The work under this section includes all labor and material necessary for the installation of complete electrical system as shown on the drawings, and described in this section of the specifications. In general the work includes, but is not limited to the following:

A. Installation of electrical power distribution system.

B. Installation of exterior commercial building metered service panel, with underground pull section.

C. Installation of distribution panels

1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS

In addition to the Codes and Standards listed under Section 01060, Regulatory

Requirements, work performed under this section shall meet the requirements of the following:

A. California Electrical Code, 2010 Edition (National Electric Code, 2008

Edition with amendments).

B. Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

C. National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA).

D. Utility Company Requirements where applicable, such as Pacific Gas and

Electric (PG&E).

If any requirement of the above is in conflict with another, or with a requirement stated or otherwise shown on the drawings or in these specifications, the more stringent requirement shall govern. Stringency, when in question, shall be at the discretion of the Contracting Officer.

1.3 LICENSED CONTRACTOR

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A. All work performed under this Section shall be performed by a licensed electrical contractor. Prior to commencing work, the Contractor shall present a photostatic copy of his current license to the Contracting Officer.

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Electrical materials shall be new and have the approval of the

Underwriters Laboratories (UL®), or other nationally recognized and approved testing facility, whenever applicable standards have been established by the Agency. Where two or more identical items, assemblies or pieces of equipment are required, they shall be by the same manufacturer.

2.2 STANDARD PRODUCTS

A. All materials to be furnished under this Division shall be the standard products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture and production of such equipment equal to or superior to the material specified and shall be the manufacturer's latest design that complies with the

Specification requirements.

2.3 APPROVAL AND SUBSTITUTION OF MATERIALS

A. All materials required for this Division shall be specifically approved in accordance with General Conditions. Equipment and materials listed or designated herein or on the drawings show the intent of arrangement, quality, accuracy, range, and action required. Where manufacturers' names and models are shown, it is for purposes of showing intent only.

Equipment and materials which are equal in all respects will be accepted when approved by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be responsible for design modifications or other changes due to substitutions.

2.4 SUBMITTALS

A. The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer for approval four copies of submittals and/or shop drawings for all specified materials within thirty (30) days after the award of the…