ATTACHMENT 3_ SO Gutter Project Specs 120720.pdf

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST

CUSTER COUNTY, SD

SPECIFICATIONS

for

SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE

GUTTER INSTALLATION

3/2021

Attachment #3-1240LT22Q0017

INDEX

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01010 - SUMMARY OF THE WORK

SECTION 01170 – ACCIDENT PREVENTION

SECTION 01530 – BARRIERS

SECTION 01600 - USE OF GOVERNMENT FACILITIES, UTILITIES, ETC.

SECTION 01900 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07630 – GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01010 - SUMMARY OF THE WORK

GENERAL

1.01 Scope: The intent of this section is to outline in a general sense the work required under this Project. It is not intended to provide detailed specifications for materials, labor, and workmanship. These are covered in other sections of these specifications.

1.02 Location of the Work: The work for this project is at the Black Hills National Forest, Supervisor’s Office located at 1019 North 5th Street, Custer, South Dakota.

1.03 Description of the Work:

The Contractor will provide all materials and labor necessary to perform the work required on this project. The Contractor shall be responsible for field verifying all dimensions and quatities of materials required before beginning work on this project.

The work to be performed shall include:

A. Install new seamless gutters and downspouts on the Supervisor’s Office as shown on Drawings, including all necessary hangers, hardware, and caulking to complete the installation (See Section 07630).

1. Concrete splash blocks placed at discharge end of each downspout.

2. Clean-Up and Disposal:

3. On completion of the work on the project, the Contractor shall sweep the entire work site with a magnet to pick up all remaining nails, and remove all construction debris and waste material from the site.

a. Construction waste/debris shall be disposed legally at a sanitary landfill.

4. On completion of work, prior to scheduling a Final Inspection, the work site shall be in clean condition satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

B. Mobilization:

1. Mobilization shall include all activities and associated costs for transportation of contractor's personnel, equipment, and supplies to the site and other incidentals necessary for the contractor's operations at the site.

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1.04 Disposal Site: The Contractor shall dispose of all waste at a sanitary landfill. All permits and related costs associated with disposal of waste shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.05 Storage: The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting all equipment and supplies intended for use in this project.

1.06 Clean-up: The Contractor shall maintain a clean work site daily. All debris and waste materials shall be removed and discarded daily. The Contractor shall be diligent to make every effort not to allow debris to be blown or scattered around on site.

A. On completion of the work on the project and after removal of all debris, the Contractor shall sweep the entire work site with a magnet to pick up all remaining nails.

B. On completion of the work on the project, the work site shall be left in clean condition satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

1.07 Construction Schedule: The Contractor shall have 30 days to perform all work required on this contract.

A. The Contractor shall, at the pre-work conference, submit a construction schedule showing the proposed scheduling of all work items to be completed.

1.08 Construction Safety: ALL construction activities shall be performed in accordance to all applicable OSHA standards or regulations. Some of the safety hazards that may be encountered while working on this site will be use of ladders, lifts, hoists, various hand tools, working on a sloped surfaces, use of fall protection equipment and use of applicable PPE. See SECTION 01170 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION.

A. The Contractor shall, prior to beginning work on this project, submit a written Safety

Plan specific to the work to be performed and possible hazards associated with this project. See SECTION 01170 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION.

1.09 The Contractor shall submit product data for all materials to be used in the performance of work under this contract to the CO for approval prior to purchasing materials. All submittals shall be delivered to the CO at minimum 10 days prior to starting work to allow time for approval.

1.10 Drawings: Construction drawings accompanying these specifications form a part of this contract and are as follows:

1. Title Page

2. Plan View

3. Elevations

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END OF SECTION 01010

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SECTION 01170

ACCIDENT PREVENTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. The work of this Section consists of establishing an effective Accident Prevention

Program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

B. Safety Requirements: All work conducted under this contract shall be in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations for construction safety (29 CFR part 1926 and 29 CFR part 1910), as stated in Section I (Contract Clauses), FAR 52.236-13.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention Program: The Contractor shall submit for approval at least 10 days prior to beginning on-site work a written Safety Plan. The Contracting Officer (CO) will review the proposed Safety Plan for compliance with OSHA and project requirements. If the Safety Plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the Safety Plan within 10 days of notification by the CO. No progress payments will be processed until the Safety Plan has been received and approved.

1. The Safety Plan shall include:

a. Name of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

b. Documentation or schedule of weekly and monthly safety meetings.

c. Training, both initial and continuing.

d. First aid procedures.

e. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public, government personnel, and the Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase by reference to SPECIFICATION SECTION.

Emergency Response: Planning for possible emergency situations, such as accidents, floods, fires, cave-ins, slides, explosions, power outages, and storms.

Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, degree of exposure of persons and property, and evacuation

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f. Certificates: Provide certificates from a mechanic that all mechanical equipment has been inspected and meets OSHA requirements.

g. Submit a copy of test reports, as required by OSHA, for personnel working with hazardous materials.

B. Upon request by the CO, the Contractor shall submit a brief report of safety meetings, of safety inspections, and/or proof of employees' qualifications to perform assigned duties in a safe manner.

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and Responsibilities" of the

General Provisions:

1. In case of conflicts between Federal, State, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply.

2. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites.

3. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualifications of Employees:

1. The Contractor shall ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. The Contractor shall not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

a. At the discretion of the CO, employees whose ability or alertness appears to be impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions may be asked to remove himself/herself from the site.

b. The presence of an employee whose ability or alertness appears to be impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions may result in a suspension of work.

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3. Operators of vehicles, mobile equipment, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be capable of operating such equipment.

a. The Contractor shall provide operating instructions for all equipment.

b. The Contractor shall require newly hired operators be tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

1.04 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires.

1. In the case that a reportable accident occurs, the Contractor shall notify the CO immediately or as soon as practically possible.

2. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, the Contractor shall fill out and forward to the CO a DI-134 form.

a. DI-134 forms may be obtained from CO.

B. All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the CO as soon as possible.

1. The Contractor shall assist the CO and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.01 FIRST AID FACILITIES: Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

2.02 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): PPE shall meet the requirements of

NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

2.03 BARRIERS: See SECTION 01530 BARRIERS.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.01 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS: The Contractor shall post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

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3.02 ESCAPE ROUTES: The Contractor shall provide and maintain adequate escape routes at all times in accordance with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101-91).

3.03 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: The Contractor shall inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition. Clean, sanitize, and repair, as appropriate, personal items before issuing them to another individual.

A. The Contractor shall inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.04 SAFETY MEETINGS

A. Pre-Work Safety Meeting: Prior to beginning work, the Contractor shall conduct a Pre- Work Safety Meeting to discuss planned operations, types of equipment to be used, and any task or site specific safety hazards associated with the work to be conducted under this contract.

1. ALL personnel, including supervisors, workers, and subcontractors who will be performing work under this contract shall attend the pre-work safety meeting.

2. The Contractor shall notify the CO a minimum of 48 hours prior to holding the Pre-

Work Safety Meeting so that he/she may attend.

B. As a minimum, the Contractor should conduct weekly 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted and documented by a qualified supervisor or foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite.

1. Documentation of the weekly "toolbox" safety meetings, including the date and time of the meeting, subject discussed, and a list of individuals in attendance shall be provided to the CO upon request.

C. Conduct monthly safety meetings, as required by the CO, for all levels of supervision.

1. The Contractor shall notify the CO a minimum of 48 hours prior to holding the monthly safety meeting so that he/she may attend.

2. These meetings shall be used to review the effectiveness of the Contractor's safety effort, to resolve current health and safety problems, to provide a forum for planning safe construction activities, and for updating the accident prevention program.

3.05 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. A hard hat area will be designated by the CO.

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1. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the

CO.

B. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary protective equipment at all times.

1. The Contractor should provide hard hats for use by visitors.

2. Personnel and/or visitors not wearing hard hats will not be permitted on site.

3.06 TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

B. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage.

1. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

2. The Contractor shall maintain a file of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for all hazardous materials that are present on site.

a. SDSs shall be kept in conspicuous locations at the work site.

END OF SECTION 01170

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SECTION 01350 - DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL

1.01 Scope: Applies to the removal and replacement of items in the existing buildings.

1.02 Protection: The existing walls, floors, ceilings, and other building components not subject to removal or remodeling shall be protected from damage. Any damage shall be repaired to its original condition by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

1.03 Removal: Removal shall be by qualified craftsmen.

1.04 Disposal: All debris and materials to be removed shall be disposed of at an approved landfill.

EXECUTION

2.01 General Removal:

A. Insure the protection of the public and employees during removing process. Provide appropriate barriers and shields until the removal is complete.

B. Removal shall be done in a neat, workmanlike manner so as to prevent or minimize damage to remaining components and surfaces.

C. Provide straight and plumb terminations on remaining components. Cut and trim flush with adjoining surfaces.

D. Finish disturbed areas to match existing surfaces. Touch-up and clean as required to provide surfaces suitable for finishing.

E. Carefully remove and store materials and equipment to be reused or relocated to prevent damage and reinstall as the work progresses.

F. Any materials or equipment damaged beyond repair will be replaced with the same size, shape, and quality material as existing, at no additional expense to the Government.

END OF SECTION 01350

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SECTION 01530 – BARRIERS

1.01 Scope: Install and maintain suitable barriers as necessary to insure the protection of the public, employees and facilities.

PRODUCTS

2.01 General: Material may be new or used but shall be suitable for intended purpose. Fences and barriers shall be structurally adequate and neat in appearance.

2.02 Barricades and Signs: ANSI d6.1 (MUTCD), Part VI.

EXECUTION

3.01 Protection of Public:

A. Fence, barricade, or otherwise block off the immediate work area to prevent unauthorized entry to the work area.

B. Erect and maintain barricades and warning signs in accordance with ANSI D6.1.

END OF SECTION 01530

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SECTION 01600 - USE OF GOVERNMENT FACILITIES, UTILITIES, ETC.

1.01 Scope: Applies to Government facilities at the worksites available for use by the

Contractor.

1.02 Storage Area: A storage area will be made available for materials and equipment at the project location. The Government shall not be responsible for for the Contractor’s equipment and/or materials left on Government property

1.03 Utilities:

A. Drinking water will be available at the worksite.

B. Electrical power will be available at the worksite.

1.04 Toilet facilities are not available on site.

END OF SECTION 01600

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SECTION 01900 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.01 Scope: Applies to method of measurement and basis of payment for work items included under this contract.

1.02 Work: Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and other incidentals necessary to successfully complete the project or any portion of it and carrying out all duties and obligations imposed by the contract on the Contractor.

1.03 Payment: Payment shall be made by the Government for each item completed by the Contractor. Government may have work for all or part of this project completed by independent Contractor(s). The Government has the option to complete various items for this project in phases. Payment shall be in full compensation for all work related to each particular item completed in accordance with these SPECIFICATIONS.

PAYMENT

2.01 Measurement: Completely in place and functional for each item of work performed by the Contractor.

2.02 Payment: Payment will be made at the full bid price for each item for which the Contractor has agreed to perform work. Payment shall include compensation for all materials, labor, equipment, mobilization, and any incidentals necessary to complete the work.

END OF SECTION 01900

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SECTION 07630 - GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 Scope: Includes manufactured gutters and downspouts as indicated on the drawings complete with hangers, straps, expansion joints, fasteners, and other accessories as required for a complete installation.

1.01 Submittals

A. Product Data: For each type of product

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 Gutters and Downspouts: Galvanized sheet steel, ASTM A 527 AND A 525, minimum 26 gauge (USS). Prefinished with dark brown color.

A. Gutters shall be 6-inch seamless steel to match existing gutters in style and appearance and conform to the Architectural Sheet Metal Manual prepared by the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc. (SMACNA).

B. Typical 6-inch gutter unless otherwise indicated on the drawings. Size shall be constant throughout the length required.

C. Front edge of gutter shall be at least 1/2 inch lower than back.

E. Downspout shall match existing downspouts in style and appearance with flat stock braces 4 feet on center. See Drawings for downspout sizes and locations.

2.02 Expansion Joints: Lap or butt type as indicated in Architectural Sheet Metal Manual (SMACNA), plates 7 and 8.

2.03 Gutter Spacers and Straps: Same material as the gutters, straps minimum 3/16 inch by 1-inch, spacers minimum 1/16 inch by 1 inch.

2.04 Downspout Elbows: Same material and design as the downspouts. Elbows of 90 degrees prohibited unless specifically indicated on the drawings. Use 60 or 75 degree elbows at lower terminations.

2.05 Nails and Screws: Standard commercial quality, zinc-coated, sizes and types as required.

2.06 Downspout Hangers: Same material as the gutters, "U" shaped type, minimum 1/16 by 1 inch. Fasteners shall be zinc-coated and of a type suitable for the wall construction and of adequate size to secure the downspouts.

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2.07 Outlet Tubes: Rectangular shape to fit the downspouts. Outside dimensions, 1/8 inch less than the inside of the downspout, minimum length 4 inches with 3/8-inch flange turned into gutter and soldered.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 Gutter Installation

A. Pitch gutters a minimum of ½” per 10’ to drain to downspouts. Attach gutters securely with straps spaced at 36-inch centers. Spacers shall be secured to front and back of gutter and spaced alternately with straps.

B. Provide expansion joints near center of long sections over 30 feet. Solder other gutter joints. All seams and joints shall be in direction of flow.

3.02 Downspout Installation:

A. Anchor downspouts to walls at maximum 8-foot centers; minimum two anchors per downspout. Make joints in downspout systems in direction of the flow. Sheet metal screws for fastening sections are satisfactory.

B. Provide elbows as required. Termination shall be elbow to direct water into splash blocks and away from building.

END OF SECTION 07630