Attachment 2 - Specifications.pdf

Kading Cabin Foundation Construction Helena Ranger District

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, Montana

SPECIFICATIONS

C.1 PROJECT SCOPE

a. Description:

Contractor is responsible for the following work:

Demolish the existing concrete Excavation under the building Preparation of subgrade Install cellar daylight drain Form footings, place foundation reinforcement Pour and cure concrete Remove forms Place foundation drain Backfill and compact site Remove precast vault

Note, the existing building will be raised and shored. Excavation work will be done below the building.

Contractor is responsible for all labor, materials, tools, etc., necessary to complete the work stated above and shown on the drawings. All waste and excess materials generated from construction shall be disposed of off Forest Service lands and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws.

b. Location: (See attached map on drawings)

Helena Ranger District, Powell County, MT Kading Cabin

Approximate address:

Little Blackfoot River Road Elliston, MT Lat: 46.4304 Long: -112.4811

c. Period of Performance: Work shall be completed between July 1 and September 30, 2024.

RFQ 1240LU24Q0030

Kading Cabin Foundation Construction, Helena Ranger District, MT

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d. Site Tour: No Organized Site Visit is scheduled for this project. Prospective offerors are responsible to visit the site prior to submitting their quote/proposal.

C.2 SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 01 33 00 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 PROCEDURES FOR SUBMITTALS

A. Reviewing, Certifying, Approving Authority: Contractor shall be responsible for reviewing and certifying that submittals are in compliance with contract requirements.

B. Scheduling: Allow review period, beginning with receipt by approving authority that includes at least 10 working days for submittals for contracting officer approval. Period of review for submittals with contracting officer approval begins when Government receives submittal from contractor. Period of review for each resubmittal is the same as for initial submittal.

C. Variations: Variations from contract requirements require Government approval pursuant to contract Clause entitled “FAR 52.236-21, Specifications and Drawings for Construction” and will be considered where advantages to government.

D. Submittal Schedule:

SECTION DESCRIPTION SUBMITTED APPROVED

33 30 00 Concrete Mix Design 33 36 50-1.02A Bedding Material 33 36 50-1.02B Weed Free Equipment 33 36 00-1.02A Weed Free Backfill

END OF SECTION 01 33 00

SECTION 01 74 00 – SITE CLEAN UP

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 CLEAN UP

A. The contractor shall keep the work site free from accumulation of waste materials and rubbish resulting from the work. Clean areas daily as required to maintain a safe working site.

B. The contractor shall minimize disturbance to the area and perform site work necessary to restore natural surface contours impacted from work.

C. Before final acceptance of the project by the Government, the contractor shall remove from the site all excess material, waste, and rubbish resulting from this work.

END OF SECTION 01 74 00

SECTION 03 30 00 – CONCRETE

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Work includes the excavation, backfill, compacting, grading, and any site work required for the installation of a precast concrete sidewalk slab with steel carrier supports.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.01 CONCRETE MIX DESIGN

A. Concrete shall be supplied by a ready-mix or pre-cast concrete products firm regularly engaged in the business.

B. Cement, aggregate, and water shall be proportioned to obtain concrete with good workability.

C. Mix design shall meet ASTM C33 and meet the following requirements:

a. Maximum Aggregate Size: 1 inch

b. Minimum Compressive Strength: 3,500 psi at 28 days

c. Maximum Water-Cementitious Materials Ratio: 0.45

d. Air Content: 4 to 7 percent.

2.02 STEEL REINFORCEMENT

A. Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60, deformed.

B. Plain-Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement: ASTM A 185/A 185M, plain, fabricated from as-drawn steel wire into flat sheets.

C. Bar Supports: Bolsters, chairs, spacers and other devices for spacing, supporting, and fastening reinforcing bars and welded wire reinforcement in place. Manufacture bar supports from steel wire, plastic, or precast concrete according to CRSI’s ”Manual of Standard Practice”.

2.03 BEDDING MATERIAL

A. Bedding Course: Bedding material to be sand, 3/8 inch minus crushed or screened aggregate, or other approved gravel bedding material approved by the COR.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.01 CONCRETE FORMS

A. Support and brace forms sufficiently to prevent distortion of forms.

B. Contractor shall assume all responsibility for determining when to remove the forms without causing damage to the components. Damaged components will be rejected.

3.02 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

A. Steel reinforcement shall be centered in the cross-sectional area of the slab and shall have at least one inch of concrete cover on the under surface.

B. Install No. 4 bars spaced 12 inches each way or Plain-Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement.

3.03 CONCRETE FINISH

A. Apply a broom finish to the concrete surface.

3.04 BEDDING AND COMPACTION

A. Compact the natural ground with a minimum of three passes with a whacker-type mechanical compactor or equivalent approved by the CO.

B. Install a three-inch compacted lift of sand or aggregate bedding material for a leveling and drainage course. Compact leveling course full width with a whacker-type mechanical compactor or equivalent until there is no visible evidence of further consolidation.

END OF SECTION 03 30 00

SECTION 33 35 00 – EXCAVATION

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. All excavation work is incidental to project.

B. Work includes the excavation, backfill, compacting, grading, and any site work required for concrete installation.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Bedding material test report.

B. Equipment Inspection: Visual inspection approved by COR accepting equipment as clean and weed free prior to mobilizing to project area.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.01 SOIL MATERIALS

A. Bedding Course: Bedding material to be sand or 3/8 inch minus crushed or screened aggregate.

2.02 EQUIPMENT

A. General: Contractor shall supply equipment necessary to excavate as required to form and place the new concrete footings and slab, provide finish site grading, and perform all other work associated with the foundation installation.

B. WEED FREE EQUIPMENT: Equipment (to include machinery, trailers, compactors, pickups, etc) shall be washed and inspected prior to entry into the project area.

Equipment shall be approved by CO prior to entry into the project area.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.01 INSTALLATION

A. Excavate as required to install foundations under the existing cabin.

3.02 BEDDING AND COMPACTION

A. Compact the natural ground at the bottom of the excavation with a minimum of three passes with a whacker-type mechanical compactor or equivalent approved by the CO.

B. Install a six (6) inch loose lift of sand or aggregate bedding material for a leveling and drainage course. Compact leveling course full width with a whacker-type mechanical compactor or equivalent until there is no visible evidence of further consolidation.

C. Backfill around structure. Use excavation material for backfill except for rocks or clumps larger than six inches.

D. Fill shall have backfill placed in 8-inch loose lifts and compacted with a minimum of two passes with a whacker-type mechanical compactor or equivalent approved by the CO.

3.03 FINISH GRADING

A. Grade around foundation as necessary to drain surface water away from the structure.

The grade shall fall a minimum of 6 inches within the first 10 feet.

END OF SECTION 33 35 00

C-3 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

a) Existing Facilities. In addition to the requirements of the Use of Premises Clause, AGAR

452.236-70, all existing facilities structures damaged by the Contractor shall be replaced or repaired by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government. This includes any facilities inside or outside the project limits, including along any access routes.

Do not trim or damage vegetation except with specific Contracting Officers (CO) approval.

b) Pollution and Erosion Control. During all operations under this contract, the Contractor shall exercise reasonable measures to prevent or minimize soil erosion and pollution of water and other resources. All refuse, including garbage, rubbish, and solid or liquid wastes, from the Contractor's operations, including camps, parking areas, and equipment maintenance areas shall be stored, collected, and disposed of in a sanitary and nuisance-free manner. Refuse shall be disposed of in State-approved landfills unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

c) Coordination with District Operations. The work will take place in areas critical to daily ranger district operations. The Contractor shall maintain regular contact and coordination with the district representative to assure that district operations are not hindered by the work.

d) Storage and Stockpiling. The Contractor shall confine storage of equipment, materials, and vehicles to within the limits delineated by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for the loss of or damage to materials stored on Forest Service lands or elsewhere.

e) Coordination with Other Contractors. The Contractor shall maintain regular contact and coordination with all other contractors working on the district compounds to assure that the operations of other contractors are not hindered by the work.

f) Worksite Cleanliness and Final Cleanup. Maintain the project work areas in a clean and orderly condition throughout the progress of work under this contract. All refuse, including garbage, rubbish, and solid or liquid wastes from the Contractor's operations shall be stored and collected in a sanitary manner and disposed of off Government property in a legal manner. Maintain strict control of hazardous materials to prevent contamination of the site.

g) Equipment Specifications. Equipment and tools shall be in good mechanical and operating condition, fully capable of performing all phases of the specified work.

h) Weather Conditions. Work will be suspended if, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, weather conditions preclude effective protection of resources, site rehabilitation, or otherwise impact project end results in a significant, negative manner.

i) Sanitary Facilities – No sanitary facilities currently exist on site. Contractor responsible for providing their own sanitary facilities.

j) Notification. Contractor shall notify the C.O. at least two weeks prior to entering a work site.

C-4 HAULING AND DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS

a) All loads shall be completely covered during hauling.

b) All materials removed from the site shall be disposed of in a legal manner off National

Forest System lands. All fees associated with material disposal shall be paid by the Contractor.

C-5 CLEANUP AND DISPOSAL

The Contractor shall at all times keep the area in an orderly condition. Upon completing the work, the Contractor shall remove from the site and premises any rubbish, tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Forest Service. Upon completing the work, the Contractor shall leave the work areas in a clean, neat, and orderly condition satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

C-6 EXISTING UTILITIES

The Contractor is responsible for location of all utilities prior to beginning work. Damaged utilities shall be repaired at the Contractor’s expense.

C-7 - FOOD AND GARBAGE STORAGE

All food, beverages, and scented or flavored toiletries must be stored unavailable to bears at night and when unattended during the day. Attractants include but are not limited to canned food, pop, beer, garbage, grease, processed livestock or pet food, toothpaste, and chap stick.

All attractants shall be hung at least 10-feet off the ground and 4-feet from any vertical support, or stored inside a bear resistant container or vehicle. Cars, pick-up cabs, enclosed horse trailers, hard sided campers or camper shells are all considered bear resistant. Food should be stored out of sight in vehicles. Coolers, pop-up campers, backpacks, and tents are not considered bear resistant.

C-8 – FIRE CONTROL (FS.236.1)

(a) Contractor's Responsibility for Contractor-Caused Fires – The Contractor, whether or not directed by the Forest Service, shall immediately extinguish, without expense to the Government, all fires on or in the vicinity of the project which are caused by Contractor's employees, whether set directly or indirectly as a result of Contractor operations. The Contractor may be held liable for all damages and costs of additional labor, subsistence, equipment, supplies, and transportation resulting from fires set or caused by the Contractor's employees or resulting from contract operations.

(b) Other Fires – For the purpose of fighting forest fires on or in the vicinity of the project, which are not caused by the Contractor or his employees, the Contractor when requested by the Contracting Officer shall place his employees and equipment temporarily at the disposal of the Forest Service. Payment for such services will be made by the Government at not less than the current rate for fire-fighting services established by the Forest Service in the area concerned.

Any employees and equipment furnished will be relieved from fire fighting as soon as the Forest Service finds that it is practicable to employ other labor and equipment adequate for the protection of the area.

An equitable adjustment in contract time may be made for this period.

(c) Fire Plan – At all times during closed fire season period, as specified by State law, the

Contractor shall comply with each of the following provisions to the extent applicable to his operation under the contract.

1. Fire Tools – The Contractor will provide for each employee in the contract area at least one approved hand tool of a type appropriate in the contract area, such as shovel, pulaski, or ax. Tools required and furnished under (2) and (4) below, shall count toward fulfillment of the above requirement. Where additional tools, beyond those required under (2) and (4) below, are to be provided, the Contractor shall seal such tools in one or more boxes painted red and marked "Tools for Fire Only." All tools required herein shall be kept sharp and in good serviceable condition and maintained at locations to be designated by the Forest Service.

2. Fire Extinguishers and Tools on Mobile or Stationary Equipment – Each unit of powered equipment used in connection with this contract, including automobiles, trucks, tractors, etc., shall be equipped with serviceable tools and fire extinguishers as follows:

One - fire extinguisher, dry chemical type of not less than 2-1/2 pound capacity with 4 BC or higher rating.

One - shovel, round point #0 lady or equal.

One - ax, 2 pounds or over, 26-inch minimum length, or one pulaski.

One - water container (at least 1-gallon capacity), not required with stationary equipment.

3. Blasting – Fuse or prima cord shall not be used unless authorized in writing by the

CO with special precautions stated.

4. Smoking – Smoking shall not be permitted within the contract area except on surfaced or dirt roads, at landings, within closed vehicles, in camps, or at other posted places, and shall never be allowed while working or traveling on foot.

5. Storage of Petroleum and Other Highly Flammable Products – Gasoline, oil, grease, or other highly flammable material will be stored either in a separate building used exclusively for such storage, or at a site where all combustible debris and vegetation is cleared away within a radius of 25 feet. Fire extinguishers and/or sand barrels may be required at such locations specified by the Forest Service when unusually hazardous conditions exist.

6. Precautions for Stoves – Stovepipes on all temporary buildings, trailers, and tents using wood burning stoves, will be equipped with roof jacks and serviceable spark arresters of mesh with openings no larger than 5/8 inch.

All stovepipes, inside and out, will not be closer than 2 feet from any wood or other flammable material or 1 foot if the combustible material is protected by a metal or asbestos shield.

7. Welding – Welding or use of cutting torches will be permitted only in areas that have been cleared or are free of all material capable of carrying fire. Flammable debris and vegetation must be removed from within a minimum of 10 feet radius of all welding and cutting torch operations. A shovel and a 5-gallon standard backpack water container (filled), with hand pump attached, shall be immediately available for use in the event of a fire start.

8. Fire Plan – Prior to initiating work on the contract area, during the closed fire season period, a fire prevention and suppression plan will usually be prepared. The Contractor and the Forest Service will jointly prepare this plan. Such plan shall include a detailed list of men and equipment at the Contractor's disposal for implementing the plan. The fire plan shall also specify additional measures and/or special requirements, such as Hoot Owl restrictions, necessary during periods of critical fire weather conditions.

When Hoot Owl restrictions are invoked, the Forest Service may curtail or shut down all or portions of a Contractor's operations. The following requirements may be imposed:

a) All high fire risk operations could be terminated at 1300 local time.

b) All burning could be stopped, including debris burning fires.

c) Patrolman may be required for a period of 2 hours after high fire risk operations and 1 hour after end of work shift. The Contractor shall provide the patrolman unless the contract is for equipment rental, in which case the Government will provide the patrolman.

C-9 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

The method of measurement will be as designated in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. The accepted quantity will be paid for at the contract unit price for the Pay Item shown in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. Payment will be for all labor, equipment, transportation, supervision, operating supplies, materials, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

C-10 NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL

Prior to mobilizing onto National Forest lands, roads, or trails, the contractor shall sufficiently clean any equipment by removing all visible dirt and plant materials. All subsequent move-outs/move-ins by the same piece of equipment shall be equally cleaned.

Prior to any equipment move-in, the Contractor shall make the equipment available for a Forest Service inspection at an agreed location.

C-11 SECURITY AND PROTECTION

(a) Security and Protection – Security is the Contractor’s responsibility. Limit access to the construction area to persons involved in the work. Provide secure storage for materials that are stored on site. Secure completed work as required to prevent loss.

Barricades, warning signs and light shall comply with standards and code requirements for erection of structurally adequate barricades. All road warning signs, barricades, and traffic control devices shall conform to MUTCD. Paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs to inform personnel and the public of the hazard being protected against. Where appropriate and needed, provide lighting, including flashing red or amber lights.

(b) Maintenance of Traffic – The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service, and open to public travel, for all activities necessary to complete this contract, subject to limitations and authorizations shown on the drawings or specified under this contract when such use will not damage the roads or national forest resources and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

Except as allowed in the contract, trailheads and roads shall remain open throughout the construction project. Perform no work that interferes or conflicts with traffic or existing access to the roadway surface until a plan for satisfactorily handling the traffic has been approved.

Before shutting down operations, take all necessary precautions to prevent damage to the project, such as temporary detours, approaches, crossings, or intersections; and provide for normal drainage and minimization of erosion. Leave all travel ways in a condition suitable for traffic.

(c) Protection of Improvements – The Contractor shall complete sequences of construction activity in order to prevent damage to equipment, material, and articles incorporated into the work covered by this contract.