Attachment 7 Olive Ridge Specifications.pdf

SET NO. ______

PROJECT MANUAL

USDA FOREST SERVICE

OLIVE RIDGE CAMPGROUND

WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS

OCTOBER 2021

PROJECT MANUAL

USDA Forest Service

OLIVE RIDGE CAMPGROUND

WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS

JVA, Inc.

1319 Spruce Street

Boulder, CO 80302

JVA Job No. 1139e

October 2021

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SECTION 00 15 00

LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. List of Contract Drawings:

1. Index of Sheets:

C0.0

G0.1

G1.0

Cover Sheet

Legend, Notes & Abbrevaitons

Hydraulic Profile & Design Criteria

G1.1

C0.1

C0.2

C0.3

C1.0

C1.1

C1.2

CD1.0

P1.0

S0.1

S1.0

E0.0

E0.1

E1.0

E1.1

E1.2

Process Flow Diagram

Overall Site Plan

Demolition Pan

Demolition Photographs

Utility Plan West

Utility Plan East

Water Treatment Building Site Plan

Site Details

Water Treatment Building Plan & Sections

Structural Notes & Details

Structrual Plan, Sections & Elevations

Electrical Cover Sheet & Notes

Electrical Site Plan

Electrical Building Plan

Electrical One-Line Diagram

Electrical Schedules & Control One-Line

Total Number of Sheets

B. List of Contract Specifications

1. Index of Specifications:

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 00 15 00

Section 01 01 50

Section 01 64 00

Section 01 73 20

List of Drawings and Specifications

General Requirements

Goverment Furnished Materials

Mobilization

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DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 02 41 19 Selective Demolition

DIVISION 13: SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

Section 13 31 28 Prefabricated Building

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

Section 26 05 00 Common Work Results for Electrical

Section 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Powr Conductors

Section 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

Section 26 05 29 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems

Section 26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems

Section 26 05 53 Identfication for Electrical Systems

Section 26 27 26 Wiring Devices

Section 26 28 16 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers

Section 26 51 00 Lighting Fixtures

Section 26 51 11

Control and Instrumentation

DIVISION 31: EARTHWORK

Section 31 11 00

Section 31 22 50

Clearing and Grubbing

Earthwork

Section 31 23 17 Trenching, Bedding and Backfill for Utilities

DIVISION 32: EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 32 11 23

Section 32 13 00

Section 32 14 00

Section 32 15 00

Section 32 92 19

Aggregate

Cast-In-Place Concrete

Grout

Building Insulation

Seeding

DIVISION 33: UTILITIES

Section 33 11 16

Section 33 12 19

Section 33 12 23

Section 33 12 30

Section 33 21 20

Water Distribution

Water Hydrants

Well Pump

Booster Pump

Water Treatment System

END OF SECTION 00 15 00

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SECTION 01 01 50

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The intent of this section is to provide a general outline of the work required under this contract and identify special project conditions and/or requirements. It is not intended to provide detailed specifications for materials, labor, and workmanship. These are covered in other sections of these specifications.

B. Water system work for this project consists of removal of an existing wood frame treatment building and foundation, new treatment building with upgraded plumbing and controls, new well pump, pitless unit and well cap, installation of chlorine feed equipment, equalization tank, booster pump and hydro-pneumatic tank, and associate electrical work and replacement of the distribution piping and yard hydrants and installation of day light drains.

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at Olive Ridge Campground, which is approximately 2 miles north of Allens Park, Colorado on State Highway 7.

1.3 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

A. The elevation of the site is 8,500 feet above mean sea level. The site generally experiences significant snowfalls beginning in October and November and ending in March or April.

The site is generally accessible May through September.

1.4 USE OF FACILITIES AND UTILITIES

A. Water will not be available for contractor use at the site during the project. Contractor is responsible for providing potable water for the project along with water for site work.

Comply with regulations and health codes for all potable water

B. Vault toilets will be available for contractor use at the site during the project.

C. Electrical service is available at this site. Contractor is permitted to use the electrical service without paying for usage.

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1.5 STAGING AREA

A. An area at or near the project site will be made available for use as a staging area. Staging areas shall be approved by the CO prior to use. Security and clean-up of this area shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.6 CAMPING

A. Camping may be allowed at the site, subject to CO approval. Security and clean-up of this area shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Nonsmoking Buildings: Smoking is not permitted within the buildings or within 25 feet (8 m) of entrances.

1.8 SCHEDULE

A. The Contractor shall submit, at the pre-work conference, a construction schedule showing the proposed scheduling of all work items. The contractor may plan on working 7 days per week during daylight hours.

B. Submittals, coordination and scheduling will begin after notice to proceed so that on-site work can begin immediately. Work shall be completed before mid-November. In the event of official weather delays, the CO may extend the contract.

1.9 PROTECTION OF PUBLIC

A. Install and maintain suitable barriers to ensure the protection of the public, employees, and facilities.

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

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

3. Material may be new or used but shall be suitable for intended purpose.

4. Fences and barriers shall be structurally adequate and neat in appearance.

5. Campsites adjacent to work area will be closed, however, parts of the campground may be occupied. Day use area and hiking trails will remain open.

6. Include protection of public in accident prevention and safety plan.

1.10 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

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A. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO.

B. Provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.

C. The Contractor at the Contractor’s expense shall repair Existing Forest Service roads and parking areas disturbed by construction activities. Repair includes any work needed to return the roads and parking areas to their existing condition before construction began and shall include replacing road aggregate and asphalt if necessary.

D. All areas where the existing grass vegetation is removed or damaged, or destroyed due to construction activities, shall be leveled and seeded. Contractor shall furnish and apply all seed in accordance with specifications.

E. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damage that results from the Contractor's action during completion of the project work. Any damage that occurs due to action of the Contractor shall be repaired at the Contractor's expense.

F. Protect trees and vegetation within project area from damage.

1.11 EXISTING POWER LINES

A. Existing buried utilities shown on the drawings are located as accurately as existing records permit. The Contractor shall exercise caution when excavating in areas where buried utilities are anticipated. It will be the Contractor's responsibility to contact One Call at 811 for utility locates. Any damage to lines shall be repaired at the Contractor's expense. If a power line is damaged, the Contractor shall stop all work in the immediate vicinity of the damage and immediately notify the CO. Work shall not be permitted near a damaged line until such damage is repaired.

1.12 UTILITY LOCATIONS

A. Contractor shall be responsible for hiring a locating service to locate all utility lines including but not limited to electrical, water, and phone. This includes the lines owned by the Forest Service.

1.13 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES

A. Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Containerize and clearly label hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste.

1.14 SITE CLEANUP AND DISPOSAL AREA

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A. The Contractor shall cleanup construction debris at the completion of each day’s work.

Disposal of construction debris shall be at an established Sanitary Landfill, with all permits and related costs of disposal being the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor and the CO shall mutually agree to the frequency of disposal. The Contractor shall not use existing on-site trash receptacles for disposal or interim storage of construction debris.

Burning of construction debris shall not be allowed on lands administered by the Forest Service.

1.15 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

1.16 ELECTRICAL WORK

A. All electrical work shall be in accordance with applicable state and local codes, regulations, and ordinances, and the latest applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code of the NFPA. State Electrical Inspection and approval is required on all electrical work.

Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining inspection and approval, and any associated costs.

1.17 PERMITS

A. Obtain permits for electrical work or any other work required by County, State, or Federal laws or regulations.

PART 2 – DEFINITION OF ITEMS AND PAYMENT

2.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section explains what is and what is not included in each pay item; the limits or cut-off points where one item ends and another begins; and basis of payment for work items listed in the Schedule of Items.

B. Payment: For each individual item listed here and in the Schedule of Items, payment shall be full compensation for all work related to the particular item in accordance with these specifications, and as shown on the drawings.

2.2 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. Schedule of Items: The project Schedule of Items includes several sections to organize the work into Base Items and Optional Items.

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1. Provide pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items.

2. Contract award will be made for all Base Items.

3. Optional Items will be awarded based on available project funding.

B. Determination of Quantities:

1. The contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, all measurement of quantities of materials incorporated into the work processes that are to be measured under the provisions of the contract.

2. Quantity Measurements:

a. The Contractor shall make all measurements for computation of quantities for all work items except those specified for payment by Actual Quantity (AQ) or Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ).

b. The contractor shall compute the quantities for periodic progress payments;

the Contracting Officer shall compute the quantities for the final payment based on measurements taken by the Contractor.

c. All Contractor measurements are subject to verification.

d. The Contractor shall submit all field notes, calculation sheets, and other data used to determine quantities.

e. The Contractor shall certify in writing as to the accuracy of the measurements and computations submitted.

C. Methods of Measure and Units of Measurement:

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

a. Actual Quantities (AQ): Estimated quantities which are determined from actual measurements of completed work.

b. Linear Feet (LF): Linear feet measured horizontally.

c. Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ): These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They shall not be measured.

d. Each: One complete unit, which may consist of one or more parts.

D. Category B Optional Items (OI):

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1. Optional Item No. 9- General Requirements/Mobilization

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all preparatory work and operations necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, bonding and incidentals to the project site; all quality control testing (and quality control plan); all construction signing; any other work and operations that must be incurred prior to the beginning of work; and demobilization at the completion of work. This item also includes accident prevention and safety plan, protection of the public, submittals, clearing and grubbing, erosion and sediment control, seeding, construction surveying, O&M manuals and as-built drawings.

1) Measurement and payment: Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

2) Progress payments shall be made as follows:

a) When 5 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other base pay items (except Base Pay Item No. 1), 50 percent of the amount of this base pay item or 2.5 percent of the original contract amount will be paid, whichever is less.

b) When 10 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other base pay items (except Base Pay Item No. 1), 100 percent of the amount of this base pay item or 5 percent of the original contract amount will be paid, whichever is less.

c) Upon completion of all work on the project any unpaid amount for this item will be paid.

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

2. Optional Item No 10. – Demolition

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all deliverables, materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to remove and dispose and/or abandon water system components as shown on the drawings and described in the specifications. Work also includes salvaging existing site components as shown on the drawings and described in the specifications. Excavation, removal of existing treatment building foundation and wood frame building and adjacent shed, including all internal piping and devices. The abandonment of the surrounding buried tanks is also included in this item.

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3. Optional Item No. 11 – Well Improvements

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum Quantity.

b. Payment: Work includes excavation, bedding, backfill, around the existing well casing and well feed line to the treatment building, installation of the well perforated PVC liner, pump and pitless adapter, well cap and 1-inch interconnecting piping in accordance with the Drawings or Specifications or as otherwise directed by CO including other required pipe and fittings to make a complete and functional system, testing and disinfection; and providing all other related and necessary labor, equipment, and materials not covered by other items in this section.

4. Optional Item No. 12 – Treatment Building and Foundation

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items including site preparation and entrance slab installation for the treatment building, Work includes excavation, bedding, backfill, final site grading, seeding, mulching, exterior concrete flatwork and subgrade. This item consists of backfilling the existing below slab culvert, foundation preparation, support wall construction, installation of foundation insulation and installing the precast modular building, complete in place in accordance with the Drawings or Specifications or as otherwise directed by CO.

5. Optional Item No. 13 – Treatment Equipment

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items including excavation, bedding, backfill for piping installations at the building, all interior plumbing, connections and equipment (including disinfectant feed equipment), and all water lines outside the building up to 2 feet from the building. This item also consists of furnishing and installing a new CT tank, equalization tank, booster pump and hydro-pneumatic tank, complete in place in accordance with the Drawings or Specifications or as otherwise directed by the CO including other required pipe and fittings to make a complete and functional system, testing and disinfection.

6. Optional Item No. 14 – 1.5” HDPE Water Line

a. Measurement: This item is measured as Actual Quantity.

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b. Payment: The contract unit price per linear foot as shown in the Schedule of Items includes installation of 1.5” HDPE water line at the locations shown on the drawings and/or staked in the field. This includes unclassified excavation for trenches from existing grade to required depth, including removal of existing utilities in the trench location, furnishing and installing all backfill materials up to finished grade. Also included is furnishing and installing all pipe, fittings, and appurtenances, flushing, testing and disinfection of waterlines. Installation of a stub out and cap for the bid option connection is included in this item.

7. Optional Item No. 15– Water Hydrant

a. Measurement: This item is measured as an Actual Quantity.

b. Payment: The Contract unit price for each as shown in the Schedule of Items includes furnishing and installing all components of the water hydrant from hydrant to supply line including post, piping, faucet, and aggregate base. This item also includes furnishing and installing the curb stop at hydrant including curb valve, curb box, stationary rod, lid and concrete pad.

8. Optional Item No. 16 – Electrical

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items consists all deliverables, materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to install new electrical and control components, including all work associated with the new installation of electrical components and controls for the water system, including connection to the existing utility meter, electrical panels, wiring and conduit to supply pump, control panel, floats, and controls and site electrical, trenching, and backfilling.

E. Category C Optional Items (OI):

9. Optional Item No. 17 –1.5” HDPE Water Line within Campground

a. Measurement: This item is measured as an Actual Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract unit price per linear foot as shown in the Schedule of Items includes installation of 1.5” HDPE water line within the campground.

This includes unclassified excavation for trenches from existing grade to required depth, including removal of existing utilities in the trench location, furnishing and installing all backfill materials up to finished grade. Also included is furnishing and installing all pipe, fittings, valves and appurtenances.

10. Optional Item No. 18– Water Hydrants

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a. Measurement: This item is measured as an Actual Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract unit price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes furnishing and installing all components for the distribution system water hydrant including post, piping, faucet, and aggregate base. This item also includes furnishing and installing curb stop at hydrant including curb valve, curb box, stationary rod, lid and concrete pad.

11. Optional Item No. 19–Daylight Drains

a. Measurement: This item is measured as an Actual Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract unit price for each as shown on the Schedule of Items includes all work necessary for furnishing and installing daylight drains including 10 linear feet of galvanized steel pipe and fittings, suction strainer, insect screen and rip rap at the outlet.

PART 3 – ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND SAFETY

3.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section consists of establishing an effective accident prevention plan and providing a safe environment for personnel and visitors.

3.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention and Safety Plan: Before on-site work begins, submit a company approved accident prevention plan. This plan will be posted in the contract file. Design the plan to address Federal, State, and Local Occupational Safety and Health requirements that apply to this project. No progress payments will be processed until the plan is received. As a minimum the plan shall include:

1. Name, position title and contact information of company executive responsible for approving the Accident Prevention and Safety Plan.

2. Name and contact information of supervisor responsible to carry out the plan.

3. 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 or division numbers.

4. Contingency plans for emergency situations such as medical, fire, hazard material spills and other contract assessed hazard prevention and abatement requirement needs that apply to this project.

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

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

D. Submit a brief report of safety meetings and of inspections.

E. Upon request, submit proof of employees' qualifications to perform assigned duties in a safe manner.

3.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and Responsibilities" of the General Provisions: In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualifications of Employees: Ensure employees are physically qualified to perform assigned duties in a safe manner.

3.4 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. Within 7 calendar days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the CO a CA-1 form, which may be obtained from CO.

B. All Other Accidents: Report all other accidents to the CO as soon as possible and assist the CO and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

3.5 FIRST AID FACILITIES

A. Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

3.6 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

B. 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.

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C. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.7 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

A. Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

3.8 SAFETY MEETINGS

A. As a minimum, conduct weekly 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite.

3.9 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. The Contractor will designate a hard hat area. Post the hard hat area 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. As a minimum, provide two hard hats for use by visitors. Change liners before reissuing hats.

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

PART 4 – QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

4.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control including preparing and executing a quality control program.

4.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Quality-Assurance Services: Activities, actions, and procedures performed before and during execution of the Work to guard against defects and deficiencies and ensure that proposed construction complies with requirements.

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B. Quality-Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and after execution of the Work to evaluate that completed construction complies with requirements. Services do not include contract enforcement activities performed by CO.

4.3 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

A. General: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties and requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to CO for a decision before proceeding.

B. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum provided or performed. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quantity or quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum with reasonable limits. To comply with these requirements, indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, as appropriate, for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to CO for a decision before proceeding.

4.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Testing Agencies Qualification Data: Submit proof of qualifications and experience in the form of a recent report on the inspection of the testing agency by a recognized authority.

B. Quality Control Plan: At the time of the preconstruction conference, submit for approval a written Contractor Quality Control (CQC) plan.

1. The plan shall include:

a. A list of personnel responsible for quality control and assigned duties.

Include each person's qualifications.

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

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

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

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

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

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3. The Government reserves the right to require changes in the plan during the contract period as necessary to obtain the quality specified.

4. No change in the approved plan may be made without written concurrence by the Contracting Officer (CO).

C. Contractor's Quality Control Daily Reports: Submit showing all inspections and tests on the first workday following the date covered by the report.

D. Test Reports:

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

2. Submit three copies of complete test results not later than three calendar days after the test was performed.

3. Test Reports shall be certified and include the following:

a. Date of issue.

b. Project title and number.

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

d. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

e. Names of individuals making tests and inspections.

f. Description of the Work and test and inspection method.

g. Identification of product and Specification Section.

h. Complete test or inspection data.

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

j. Ambient conditions at time of sample taking and testing and inspecting.

k. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with the Contract Document requirements.

l. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

m. Recommendations on retesting and reinspecting.

E. Off-Site Inspection Reports: Submit prior to shipment.

F. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For CO’s records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for

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4.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

B. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

C. Testing Agency Qualifications: An agency with the experience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated, as documented by ASTM E 548, and that specializes in types of tests and inspections to be performed.

D. Testing Laboratory and Equipment: All measuring devices, laboratory equipment, and instruments shall be calibrated at established intervals against certified standards in accordance with NBS requirements. Upon request, measuring and testing devices shall be made available for use by the Government for verification tests.

4.6 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Designate a Quality Control Supervisor with the following responsibilities:

1. Quality Control Supervisor shall be on the project site whenever contract work is in progress. The Contractor’s Quality Control Supervisor may also perform the duties of Project Superintendent,

2. Complete Quality Control Daily Reports.

3. Have all work inspected and tested often enough to ensure that the quality of materials, workmanship, construction, finish, and functional performance is in compliance with applicable specifications and drawings.

4. Where testing services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, engage a qualified testing agency to perform these quality-control services.

5. Notify testing agencies at least 48 hours in advance of time when Work that requires testing or inspecting will be performed.

6. Where quality-control services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each quality-control service.

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7. Testing and inspecting requested by Contractor and not required by the Contract Documents are Contractor's responsibility.

8. Cooperate with testing agencies performing required tests, inspections, and similar quality-control services, and provide reasonable auxiliary services as requested.

Provide the following:

a. Access to the Work.

b. Incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate tests and inspections.

c. Adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing and inspecting. Assist agency in obtaining samples.

d. Facilities for storage and field-curing of test samples.

e. Preliminary design mix proposed for use for material mixes that require control by testing agency.

f. Security and protection for samples and for testing and inspecting equipment at Project site.

B. Testing Agency Responsibilities: Cooperate with CO and Contractor in performance of duties. Provide qualified personnel to perform required tests and inspections.

1. Notify CO and Contractor promptly of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of its services.

2. Submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each test, inspection, and similar quality-control service through Contractor. Interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from requirements.

3. Retest and re-inspect corrected work.

4. Do not release, revoke, alter, or increase requirements of the Contract Documents or approve or accept any portion of the Work.

5. Do not perform any duties of Contractor.

C. Retesting/Reinspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor's responsibility, provide quality-control services, including retesting and reinspecting, for construction that revised or replaced Work that failed to comply with requirements established by the Contract Documents.

4.7 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

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1. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Sections of these Specifications. Restore patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining areas in a manner that eliminates evidence of patching.

B. Protect construction exposed by or for quality-control service activities.

C. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility, regardless of the assignment of responsibility for quality-control services.

4.8 ON-SITE CONTROL

A. Notification:

1. Notify the CO at least 48 hours in advance of the preparatory phase meeting.

2. Notify the CO at least 24 hours in advance of the initial and follow-up phases.

B. Preparatory Phase: Perform before beginning each feature of work.

1. Review control submittal requirements with personnel directly responsible for the quality control work. As a minimum, the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor and the foreman responsible for the feature of work shall be in attendance.

2. Review all applicable specifications sections and drawings related to the feature of work.

3. Ensure that copies of all referenced standards related to sampling, testing, and execution for the feature of work are available on site.

4. Ensure that provisions have been made for field control testing.

5. Examine the work area to ensure that all preliminary work has been completed.

6. Verify all field dimensions and advise the CO of discrepancies with contract documents.

7. Ensure that necessary equipment and materials are at the project site and that they comply with approved shop drawings and submittals.

8. Prepare a report on all preparatory phase activities and discussions. Attach report to Contractor's Quality Control Daily Report.

C. Initial Phase:

1. As soon as work begins, inspect and test a representative portion of a particular feature of work for quality of workmanship.

2. Review control-testing procedures to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

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3. Prepare a report on all initial phase activities and discussions. Attach report to Contractor's Quality Control Daily Report. Exact location of initial phase shall be indicated for future reference and comparison with follow-up phases.

D. Follow-Up Phase: Inspect and test as work progresses to ensure compliance with contract requirements until completion of work.

E. Additional Preparatory and Initial Phases: Additional preparatory and initial phases may be required on the same feature of work for the following reasons:

1. Quality of on-going work is unacceptable.

2. Changes occur in the applicable quality control staff, on-site production supervision, or work crew.

3. Work on a particular feature of work is resumed after a substantial period of inactivity.

4.9 DOCUMENTATION

A. Maintain Quality Control Daily Reports and Daily Test Report Information Sheets of quality control activities and tests.

B. Quality Control Daily Reports may not be substituted for other written reports required under clauses of the contract, such as Disputes, Differing Site Conditions, or Changes.

4.10 ENFORCEMENT

A. Stop work on any item or feature pending satisfactory correction of any deficiency noted by the quality control staff or the CO. The CO may designate locations of tests.

PART 5 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

5.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

B. Submittals include action type and administrative/informational submittals.

C. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

5.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Contracting Officer’s (CO's) responsive action.

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1. Action submittals include but are not limited to the following:

a. Product Data.

b. Shop Drawings.

c. Samples.

d. Request for Information (RFI).

e. Contractor quality control plan.

f. Construction waste management plan.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require CO's approval.

1. Information submittals include but are not limited to the following:

a. Contractor’s construction schedule.

b. Accident prevention and safety plan.

c. Submittal schedule.

d. Staff names and responsibilities.

e. Contractor’s quality control daily construction reports.

f. Construction progress schedules.

g. Permits, licenses, and certificates.

h. Applications for payment.

i. Performance and payment bond.

j. Insurance certificates.

k. List of subcontractors.

l. Test reports.

m. Field reports.

n. Manufacturer’s instructions.

C. Closeout Submittals: Written information at the end of the project.

1. Closeout submittals include but are not limited to the following:

a. Warranties

b. Project record documents

c. Operation and maintenance manuals

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d. As-built drawings.

D. Electronic Submittals: Transmit submittals in electronic (PDF) format using Submittal Exchange, a website service designed specifically for transmitting submittals.

1. Electronic submittal process is not intended for color samples, color-charts, or physical material samples. For these items, submit actual items.

5.3 PROCEDURES

A. General: The following procedure requirements pertain to all submittals regardless of the method utilized for submission.

1. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents.

Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

2. Contracting Officer will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

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

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

a. Initial Review: Allow 10 working days for initial review of each submittal.

Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

b. If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

c. Allow 10 working days for processing each re-submittal.

d. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing.

B. Submittal Stamp: Electronic or ink stamp each submittal utilized for identification and including the following:

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

2. Provide a space approximately 2 by 3 inches on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

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3. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. Other necessary identification.

C. Electronic Submittal Procedures: Where identified, utilize electronic submittal procedure. The full cost of Submittal Exchange project subscription is provided by the Government under separate contract.

1. Preparation of Submittals: Use any or all of the following options:

a. Subcontractors and Suppliers provide electronic (PDF) submittals to General/Prime Contractor.

b. Subcontractors and Suppliers provide paper submittals to General/Prime Contractor who electronically scans and converts to PDF format.

c. Subcontractors and Suppliers provide paper submittals to Scanning Service which electronically scans and converts to PDF format.

2. Before submitting submittals to the Contracting Officer, apply electronic approval stamp certifying the submittal complies with the requirements of the Contract Documents including verification of manufacturer/product, dimensions, and coordination of information with other parts of the work.

3. Transmit each submittal to the Contracting Officer using the Submittal Exchange website, www.submittalexchange.com.

4. Government review comments will be made available on the Submittal Exchange website for downloading. General/Prime Contractor will receive email notice of completed review.

5. Distribution of reviewed submittals to subcontractors and suppliers is the responsibility of the General/Prime Contractor. Use only final submittals with http://www.submittalexchange.com/

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6. Submit two sets of paper copies of reviewed submittals at project closeout for record purposes.

7. Internet Service and Equipment Requirements

a. Email address and Internet access at Contractor’s main office.

b. Software: Adobe Acrobat (www.adobe.com), Bluebeam PDF Revu (www.bluebeam.com), or other similar PDF review software for applying electronic stamps and comments.

5.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS

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

1. Number of Copies: Submit four copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated.

CO will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

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

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

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

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

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5.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

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

1. Number of Copies: Submit two copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated.

CO will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Provide a notarized statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Provide a construction schedule that incorporates the full contract period.

C. Cost Breakdown: Following award provide a cost breakdown schedule listing main types of work with associated costs for each bid item in CSI format.

PART 6 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

6.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section consists of general procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General installation of products.

2. Progress cleaning.

3. Protection of installed construction.

4. Correction of the Work.

6.2 PREPARATION

A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly.

B. Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to CO.

Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

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6.3 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation, as indicated. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products.

C. Hazardous Materials: Use products, cleaners, and installation materials that are not considered hazardous.

6.4 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with requirements in NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

3. Containerize hazardous and unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste.

Mark containers appropriately and dispose of legally, according to regulations.

B. Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

C. Work Areas: Clean areas where work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work.

D. Waste Disposal: Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted.

Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

6.5 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work is without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

6.6 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

1. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

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PART 7 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

7.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section consists of administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inspection procedures.

2. Project Record Documents.

3. Final cleaning.

4. Operation and Maintenance Manuals

7.2 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: The Date certified by the CO when construction is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so the Government can occupy or utilize the Work or designated portion thereof for the use for which it is intended, as expressed in the Contract Documents.

B. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise CO of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, final certifications, and similar documents.

4. Obtain and submit releases permitting Government unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases.

5. Prepare and submit Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals, Final Completion construction photographs and photographic negatives, and similar final record information.

6. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Government. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

7. Complete startup testing of systems.

8. Submit changeover information related to Government occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

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9. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

10. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

C. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion at least 24 hours before inspection is needed. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

7.3 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

1. Submit certified copy of CO’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

3. Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance at least 24 hours before inspection is needed. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements.