ATTACHMENT_A_Specifications_Compiled_-_04.24.25.pdf

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SECTION 00 01 10

PUMP STATION 20 FORCE MAIN REDIVERSION

FOR DORCHESTER COUNTY

PROJECT NO. 22214-0018

June 2024

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS – DORCHESTER COUNTY

DIVISION 00 – ALLIANCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

00 01 10 Table of Contents

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS – ALLIANCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

01 06 00 Regulatory Requirements 01 23 00 Bid Alternates and Substitutes 01 30 00 Administrative Requirements 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 01 41 26 Permits and Rights-of-Way 01 42 19 Reference Standards 01 60 00 Product Requirements 01 61 00 General Equipment Requirements 01 70 00 Execution Requirements 01 71 23 Field Engineering 01 74 19 Waste Management 01 78 00 Closeout Submittals

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS – DORCHESTER COUNTY

01 78 39 Project Record Documents

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE – ALLIANCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

03 48 10 Precast Concrete Manholes

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES – ALLIANCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

09 97 23.12 Epoxy Lining for Wetwell and Manhole Interiors

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK – ALLIANCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

31 00 00 Earthwork 31 10 00 Site Preparation 31 11 00 Clearing and Grubbing 31 23 16 Excavation 31 23 16.13 Trenching for Site Utilities 31 23 23.13 Backfill and Compaction 31 23 23.33 Control Density Fill 31 25 00 Erosion and Sedimentation Controls 31 50 00 Excavation Support and Protection

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DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS – ALLIANCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

32 11 23 Aggregate Base Course 32 92 00 Turf and Grasses

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES – ALLIANCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

33 01 30.13 Acceptance Testing for Sanitary Sewers 33 05 23.13 Horizontal Directional Drilling 33 05 40 Casing Pipes for Utilities 33 11 00 Piping – General Provisions 33 11 00.11 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe 33 11 00.15 Ductile Iron Pipe & Fittings 33 31 13.11 Fusible PVC 33 34 00 Sanitary Utility Sewerage Force Mains

APPENDIX

A. Approved Permits

END OF SECTION

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 01 06 00

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. The following requirements of Regulatory Agencies having jurisdiction within this project area are considered a part of these Contract Documents.

B. The project construction, including the letting of contracts, shall conform to any applicable requirements of the State, territorial and local laws and/or ordinances provided that these requirements do not conflict with any Federal laws and this sub-chapter.

C. South Carolina Sales Tax: All applicable South Carolina sales tax shall be paid by the Contractor.

D. Use of chemicals: All chemicals used during the project construction or furnished for project operation, whether herbicide, pesticide, disinfectant, polymer, reactant or of other classification, must show approval of EPA or USDA. Use of all such chemicals and disposal of residues shall be in strict conformance with manufacturer’s instructions.

E. Safety and Health Regulations: The Contractor shall comply with the Department of Labor Safety and Health Regulations for construction promulgated under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (PL 91-596) and under Section 107 of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (PL 91-54).

1.02 TRAFFIC REQUIREMENTS – NOT USED

1.03 INSPECTION BY AGENCIES:

A. The representatives of the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, South Carolina Department of Transportation, Dorchester County, Environmental Protection Agency, and if required, the Corps of Engineers shall have access to the work wherever it is, in preparation or in progress, and the Contractor shall provide proper facilities for such access and inspection.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 – EXECUTION - NOT USED

BID ALTERNATES AND SUBSTITUTES

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SECTION 01 23 00

BID ALTERNATES and SUBSTITUTES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for alternates.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Bid Alternate: A scope of work proposed by the bidders and stated on the Bid Form for certain work defined in the Bidding Requirements that may be added to or deducted from the Base Bid amount if Owner decides to accept corresponding changes either in the amount of construction to be completed, or in the products, materials, equipment, systems, or installation methods described in the Contract Documents. The selection of the successful bidder will be based on the Base Bid amount which does not include Alternate Bid Items.

1. The cost or credit for each alternate is the net addition or deduction from the Contract Sum to incorporate alternates into the Work. No other adjustments are made to the Contract Sum related to this Definition.

B. Base Bid: The amount for which the bidder proposes to perform Work, not including that work for which Alternative Bid items and Substitutes are also submitted

1.3 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Modify or adjust affected adjacent work as necessary to completely integrate work of the alternate or substitute into the Project.

1. Include as part of each Alternate or Substitute, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete installation whether or not indicated as part of the alternate.

B. Notification: Following award of the Contract, Engineer shall notify each party involved, in writing, of the status of each alternate or Substitute equipment. Engineer shall indicate if alternates and substitutes have been accepted, rejected, or deferred for later consideration. Where applicable, Contractor shall include a complete description of negotiated modifications to alternates or Substitutes offered.

C. Execute accepted alternates under the same conditions as other work of the contract.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED OR DETAILED IN DIVISION 00

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATIVES

A. A complete Schedule of Bid Alternates is detailed within the Bid Form.

ADMINSTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 01 30 00

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Preconstruction meeting.

B. Progress meetings C. Construction progress schedule D. Submittals for review, information, and project closeout E. Number of copies of submittals F. Submittal procedures

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section Two Special Instructions and Solicitation-Specific Terms B. Section 3 General Terms and Conditions C. Section 4 Contract C. Section 01 32 16 - Construction Progress Schedule: Form, content, and administration of schedules D. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Additional coordination requirements E. Section 01 78 00 - Closeout Submittals: Project record documents F. Sections throughout these specifications may include other submittals that may be required for construction

1.3 PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Project Coordinators: Dorchester County and Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc.

B. Cooperate with the Project Coordinator on the site for allocation of mobilization areas; for field offices and sheds, for access, traffic, and parking facilities as applicable C. During construction, coordinate use of site and facilities through the Project Coordinator D. Comply with Project Coordinator's procedures for intra-project communications; submittals, reports and records, schedules, coordination drawings, and recommendations; and resolution of ambiguities and conflicts.

E. Comply with instructions of the Project Coordinator for use of temporary utilities and construction facilities.

F. Coordinate field engineering and layout work under instructions of the Project Coordinator G. Make the following types of submittals through the Project Coordinator:

1. Requests for interpretation.

2. Requests for substitution.

3. Shop drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, product data, and samples.

4. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

5. Applications for payment and change order requests.

6. Progress schedules.

7. Coordination drawings.

8. Closeout submittals.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

3.1 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Engineer will schedule a meeting after the Owner has determined the low bidder and may be held prior to issuance of the Notice to Proceed. In any event, the Meeting will be held prior to actual start of construction.

B. For the individuals designated by the Contractor, his subcontractors and suppliers attending the Preconstruction Meeting, provide required authority to commit the entities they represent to solutions agreed upon in the meeting.

C. Advise the Engineer at least twenty-hours (24) in advance of the meeting to add items to the agenda.

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D. Attendance Required:

1. Owner.

2. Engineer.

3. Contractor.

4. Subcontractors, as needed.

E. Agenda:

1. Execution of Owner-Contractor Contract Agreement and Distribution of Contract Documents, if not previously completed.

3. Arrangement of Contractor's forces and personnel and those of subcontractors, materials suppliers and the Engineer.

4. Channels and procedures for communication.

5. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract, Contractor, Owner and Engineer.

6. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, and substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

7. Scheduling.

8. Rules and regulations governing performance of the Work for security, quality control, housekeeping and related matters.

F. Preconstruction Meeting minutes will be recorded and distributed after meeting to participants to the

Contractor, the Owner, and those affected by decisions being made.

3.2 PROGRESS MEETINGS – NOT USED

3.3 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE – NOT USED

3.4 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for review:

1. Product data.

2. Shop drawings.

3. Samples for selection.

4. Samples for verification.

B. Submit to Engineer for review for the limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the Contract Documents.

C. Samples – Not Used D. Colors and Patterns

1. Unless the precise color and pattern is specifically called out in the Contract Documents, and whenever a choice of color or pattern is available in the specified products, submit accurate color and pattern charts to the Engineer for selection and confirmation with the Owner.

E. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES article below.

3.5 SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for information:

1. Design data.

2. Certificates.

3. Test reports.

4. Inspection reports.

5. Manufacturer's instructions and literature.

6. Manufacturer's field reports.

7. Other types indicated.

B. Submit for Engineer's knowledge as contract administrator or for Owner

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3.6 SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout:

1. Project record documents.

a. Refer to the Owner’s Section 01 78 39 – Project Record Documents.

2. Operation and maintenance data.

3. Warranties and Bonds.

4. Keys and Keying Schedule.

5. Spare parts and manuals.

6. Evidence of payment and release of liens per the Contract Documents as provided by

Dorchester County.

7. Other types as indicated.

B. Submit for Owner's benefit during and after project completion.

3.7 NUMBER OF COPIES OF SUBMITTALS

A. Documents for Review:

1. Shop Drawings

a. Refer to the Owner’s Section 01 78 39 – Project Record Documents.

b. Manufacturer's Literature:

1) Where contents of submitted literature from manufacturers includes data not pertinent to the submittal, clearly show which portions of the contents are being submitted for review.

2) Submit one (1) electronic copy.

c. Do not begin fabrication of equipment or materials prior to Engineer's approval of shop drawings.

B. Documents for Information: One (1) electronic copy.

C. Documents for Project Closeout: One (1) electronic copy.

D. Samples: Not applicable.

3.8 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Transmit each submittal with a Cover Letter that stipulates any items submitted not in compliance with the full extent of the specifications. The Cover Letter must also include an explanation of why the items submitted are considered equal to the items specified. Failure to submit a Cover Letter will result in a rejection of the submittal.

B. Timing of Submittals:

1. Make submittals far enough in advance of scheduled dates for installation to provide time required for reviews, for securing necessary approvals, for possible revisions and resubmittals, and for placing orders and securing delivery.

C. Quality Assurance:

1. Coordination of submittals:

a. Prior to each submittal, carefully review and coordinate all aspects of each item being submitted.

b. Verify that each item and the submittal for it conform in all respects with the specified requirements.

c. By affixing the Contractor's signature to each submittal, certify that this coordination has been performed.

2. The following products do not require further approval except for interface within the Work and where otherwise indicated.

a. Products specified by reference to standard specifications such as ASTM, AWWA, and similar standards.

b. Products specified by manufacturer's name and catalog model number.

3. "Or equal":

a. Where the phrase "or equal" occurs in the Contract Documents, do not assume that the materials, equipment or methods will be considered as equal unless the item has been specifically so approved for this Work by the Engineer.

b. The decision of the Engineer shall be final.

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4. The Engineer shall assume that no shop drawing or related submittal comprises a variation unless the Contractor advises the Engineer otherwise in writing.

5. Sequentially number submittals. Revise submittals with original number and a sequential alphabetic suffix.

6. Before submitting a shop drawing or any related material, Contractor shall:

a. Review each such submission for conformance with the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and operations of construction, and safety precautions and programs incidental thereto, all of which are the sole responsibility of Contractor.

b. Approve each such submission before submitting it.

c. Stamp each such submission before submitting it.

7. Shop drawings and related materials shall be returned with comments provided that each submission has been specified and is stamped by the Contractor.

8. Shop drawings or material not specified or which have not been approved by the Contractor shall be returned without comment.

9. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents. The following stamp shall be used on all shop drawings: "This Shop Drawing has been reviewed by [Name of Contractor] and approved in accordance with the ways, means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures associated with the project construction. [Name of Contractor] has approved these Shop Drawings in accordance with safety precautions and programs incidental thereto, and warrants that these Shop Drawings comply with the Contract Documents and includes no variations from the specifications."

Signature Name and Title (Please Print) Date

10. Identification of Submittals

a. Consecutively number all submittals.

a. When material is resubmitted for any reason, revise submittals with original number and a sequential alphabetic suffix.

b. Accompany each submittal with a summary of transmittal showing all information required for identification and checking.

c. On at least the first page of each submittal, and elsewhere as required for positive identification, show the submittal number in which the item was included.

d. Maintain an accurate submittal log for the duration of the work, showing current status of all submittals at all times. Make the submittal log available to the Engineer for his review upon request.

11. Unrequired submittals will not be reviewed by the Engineer.

12. Submittals required by the Contractor of his subcontractors, such as drawings, setting diagrams or similar information needed to coordinate the construction, shall remain between the Contractor and his subcontractors and these submittals will not be reviewed by the Engineer.

13. Grouping of Submittals

a. Unless otherwise specified, make submittals in groups containing all associated items to assure that information is available for checking each item when it is received.

b. Partial submittals may be rejected as not complying with the provisions of the Contract.

c. The Contractor may be held liable for delays so occasioned.

14. Resubmittal Schedule

a. For submittals marked "Furnish as Corrected" by the Engineer, resubmittal shall be within fifteen

(15) days of the review date shown on the Engineer's shop drawing review stamp.

b. For submittals marked "Revise and Resubmit", "Submit Specified Item", or "Rejected", resubmittal shall be within fifteen (15) days of the review date shown on the Engineer's shop drawing review stamp.

15. Engineer's Review

a. Review by the Engineer does not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for errors which may exist in the submitted data.

b. Revisions:

A. Make revisions required by the Engineer.

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1) If the Contractor considers any required revision to be a change, he shall so notify the Engineer and Owner.

2) Make only those revisions directed or approved by the Engineer.

3) Submittals which have been reviewed and returned to the Contractor marked "Revise and Resubmit" or "Rejected" and which are resubmitted and not in an approved state, will not be reviewed a third time unless payment for the third and any subsequent review is by the Contractor. The engineering costs for review shall be equal to the Engineer's charges to the Owner under the terms of the Engineering Agreement with the Owner.

16. Deliver submittals to Engineer by email.

17. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and coordinate submission of related items.

18. For each submittal for review, allow twenty-five (25) working days excluding delivery time to and from the Contractor.

19. Identify variations from Contract Documents and Product or system limitations that may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work.

20. Provide space for Contractor and Engineer review stamps.

21. When revised for resubmission, identify all changes made since previous submission.

22. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals as appropriate. Instruct parties to promptly report any inability to comply with requirements.

23. Submittals not requested will not be recognized or processed.

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 01 40 00

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. References and standards.

B. Quality assurance submittals.

C. Control of installation.

D. Inspection services.

E. Cooperate with the Owner's selected testing agency and all others responsible for testing and inspecting the work.

F. Provide such other testing and inspecting as are specified to be furnished by the Contractor in this Section and/or elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Contract Documents as provided by Dorchester County.

B. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: Submittal procedures.

C. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements: Requirements for material and product quality.

D. Requirements for testing may be described in various Sections of these specifications.

E. Where no testing requirements are described, but the Owner decides that testing is required, the Owner may require such testing to be performed under current pertinent standards for testing. Payment for such testing will be made as described in this Section.

1.03 ADDITIONAL WORK INCLUDED: AS NEEDED

A. Selection of testing laboratory: The contractor shall provide, as needed, all necessary testing by a qualified independent testing laboratory. This information shall be provided to the Engineer for approval during the shop drawing review process.

B. Payment for initial testing: The selected contractor’s contract shall provide all necessary services of the testing laboratory within the contract prices to the owner as further described in Article 2.1 of this Section.

C. Tests at point of manufacture as specified in other Sections of these documents are to be made with all costs borne by the Contractor.

1.04 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ASTM C 1077 - Standard Practice for Laboratories Testing Concrete and Concrete Aggregates for Use in Construction and Criteria for Laboratory Evaluation; 2009.

B. ASTM D 3740 - Standard Practice for Minimum Requirements for Agencies Engaged in the Testing and/or Inspection of Soil and Rock as Used in Engineering Design and Construction;

2008.

C. ASTM E 329 - Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged Construction Inspection and/or Testing; 2009.

1.05 SUBMITTALS

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A. Testing Agency Qualifications:

1. Prior to start of Work, submit agency name, address, and telephone number, and names of full time registered Engineer and responsible officer.

B. Test Reports: After each test/inspection, promptly submit three (3) copies of report to Alliance

Consulting Engineers, Inc. and to Owner.

1. Include:

a. Date issued.

b. Project title and number.

c. Name of inspector.

d. Date and time of sampling or inspection.

e. Identification of product and specifications section.

f. Location in the Project.

g. Type of test/inspection.

h. Date of test/inspection.

i. Results of test/inspection.

j. Conformance with Contract Documents.

k. When requested by Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc., provide interpretation of results.

2. Test report submittals are for Alliance Consulting Engineers Inc.'s knowledge as contract administrator for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents, or for Owner information.

C. Certificates: When specified in individual specification sections, submit certification by the manufacturer and Contractor or installation/application subcontractor to Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc., in quantities specified for Product Data.

1. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

2. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product, but must be acceptable to Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc.

D. Manufacturer's Instructions: When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, for the Owner’s information. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

1.06 REFERENCES AND STANDARDS

A. For products and workmanship specified by reference to a document or documents not included in the Project Manual, also referred to as reference standards, comply with requirements of the standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.

B. Conform to reference standard of date of issue current on date of Contract Documents, except where a specific date is established by applicable code.

C. Obtain copies of standards where required by product specification sections.

D. Maintain copy at project site during submittals, planning, and progress of the specific work, until Substantial Completion.

E. Should specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. before proceeding.

F. Neither the contractual relationships, duties, or responsibilities of the parties in Contract nor those of Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. shall be altered from the Contract Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.

1.07 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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A. The testing laboratory will be qualified to the Owner's approval in accordance with ASTM E 329.

B. Testing, when required, will be in accordance with all pertinent codes and regulations, and with selected standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials.

1.08 PRODUCT HANDLING

A. Comply with pertinent provisions of Section 01 60 00 Product Requirements.

B. Promptly process and distribute required copies of test reports and related instructions to assure necessary retesting and replacement of materials with the least possible delay in progress of the work.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 PAYMENT FOR TESTING

A. Testing Services:

1. The contractor will pay for all testing services required by the contract documents and manufacturers recommendations.

2. When initial tests indicate non-compliance with the Contract Documents, any all retesting and consulting required to provide compliance with the Contract Documents will the responsibility of the contractor at no additional costs to the Owner.

3. Retesting: When initial tests indicate non-compliance with the Contract Documents, subsequent re-testing occasioned by the non-compliance shall be performed by the same testing agency.

2.02 CODE COMPLIANCE TESTING

A. Inspections and tests required by codes or ordinances, or by a plan approval authority, and which are made by a legally constituted authority, shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the Contractor, unless otherwise provided in the Contract Documents.

2.03 CONTRACTOR'S CONVENIENCE TESTING

A. Inspecting and testing performed exclusively for the Contractor's convenience shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

3.01 CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.

C. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

E. Have Work performed by persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.

F. Verify that field measurements are as indicated on shop drawings or as instructed by the manufacturer.

G. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion, and disfigurement.

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3.02 CONTRACTOR TESTING COORDINATION:

A. Cooperation with Testing Laboratory:

1. Representatives of the testing laboratory shall have access to the work at all times and at all locations where the work is in progress. Provide facilities for such access to enable the laboratory to perform its functions properly.

B. Taking Specimens:

1. All specimens and samples for testing, and deliveries to laboratory, unless otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, shall be taken by the testing personnel. All sampling equipment and personnel will be provided by the testing laboratory. All deliveries of specimens and samples to the testing laboratory will be performed by the testing laboratory.

3.03 SCHEDULES FOR TESTING

A. Establishing schedule:

1. By advance discussion with the testing laboratory selected by the Owner, determine the time required for the laboratory to perform its tests and to issue each of its findings.

2. Provide all required time within the construction schedule.

B. Revising schedule: When changes of construction schedule are necessary during construction, coordinate all such changes with the testing laboratory as required.

C. Adherence to schedule: When the testing laboratory is ready to test according to the established schedule, but is prevented from testing or taking specimens due to incompleteness of the work, all extra charges for testing attributable to the delay may be back-charged to the Contractor and shall not be borne by the Owner.

3.04 TESTING AND INSPECTION

A. Testing Agency Duties:

1. Provide qualified personnel at site. Cooperate with Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. and

Contractor in performance of services.

2. Perform specified sampling and testing of products in accordance with specified standards.

3. Ascertain compliance of materials and mixes with requirements of Contract Documents.

4. Promptly notify Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. and Contractor of observed irregularities or non-conformance of Work or products.

5. Perform additional tests and inspections required by Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc.

6. Submit reports of all tests/inspections specified.

B. Limits on Testing/Inspection Agency Authority:

1. Agency may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

2. Agency may not approve or accept any portion of the Work.

3. Agency may not assume any duties of Contractor.

4. Agency has no authority to stop the Work.

C. Contractor Responsibilities:

1. Provide incidental labor and facilities:

a. To provide access to Work to be tested/inspected.

b. To facilitate tests/inspections.

2. Notify Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. and laboratory twenty-four (24) hours prior to expected time for operations requiring testing/inspection services.

3. Employ services of an independent qualified testing laboratory and pay for additional samples, tests, and inspections required by Contractor beyond specified requirements.

4. Arrange with the Owner’s agency and pay for additional samples, tests, and inspections required by Contractor beyond specified requirements.

D. Re-testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by the same agency on instructions by Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc.

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E. Re-testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be paid for by Contractor.

F. Re-testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by the same agency on instructions by Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc.

Payment for re testing will be charged to the Contractor by deducting testing charges from the Contract Price.

3.05 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace Work or portions of the Work not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in the opinion of Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc., it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. will direct an appropriate remedy or adjust payment.

PERMITS AND RIGHT-OF-WAYS

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SECTION 01 41 26

PERMITS AND RIGHT-OF-WAYS

A. Work included: This section outlines the requirements of the Contractor for the payment for any fees and the acquisition of any required licenses, building permits, rights-of-ways, easements, etc., that may be required for the construction of the project.

B. Work not included: The Owner will obtain and provide to the Contractor, copies of the following, if required:

1. South Carolina Water Resources Permits.

2. South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, Wastewater Permit to Construct.

3. South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, Stormwater Permit.

4. South Carolina Department of Transportation, Encroachment Permit.

5. United States Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Impact Permit.

6. South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, Coastal Zone Consistency

Concurrence.

7. Private Easements, as required.

C. Related work: Documents affecting work of this section include, but are not necessarily limited to, the Contract Documents as provided by Dorchester County and Sections in Division 01 of these specifications.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit to the Engineer and post at the site, satisfactory evidence that all required licenses, building permits, etc., have been obtained prior to start of construction.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 BUSINESS LICENSE

A. Verify licenses that are required to perform the work within the project area, and obtain at no additional cost to the Owner.

3.02 RIGHTS-OF-WAY, UTILITY LINES

A. The Contractor shall confine his activities to the project limits as detailed in the Construction Plans.

B. The Owner will provide no right-of-way over other property.

3.03 LAND

A. The necessary land for construction of the proposed improvements will be provided by the Owner.

REFERENCE STANDARDS

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SECTION 01 42 19

REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Throughout these Contract Documents, references are made to specifications and standards that have been issued by nationally recognized professional and/or trade organizations.

These referenced standards are generally identified by abbreviating the name of the organization following with the specification/standard number, and unless specifically indicated otherwise, all references to standards refer to the latest edition available at the time of the bidding.

1.02 ABBREVIATIONS

A. Wherever the following abbreviations are used in these Contract Documents, these abbreviations are to be considered as the same as the respective expressions represented below:

1. AASHO American Association of State Highway Officials

2. ACI American Concrete Institute

3. AISC American Institute of Steel Construction

4. ALS American Lumber Standards

5. ANSI American National Standards Institute, Inc.

6. ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

7. AWWA American Water Works Association

8. AWPA American Wood Preservers Association

9. AWS American Welding Society

10. FSS Federal Specifications and Standards, General Services Administration

11. SPIB Southern Pine Inspection Bureau

12. SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council

PART 2 – PRODUCTS – NOT USED

PART 3 – EXECUTION – NOT USED

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 01 60 00

A. General product requirements.

B. Re-use of existing products.

C. Transportation, handling, storage and protection.

D. Product option requirements.

E. Substitution limitations and procedures.

F. Maintenance materials, including extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software.

G. Protect products scheduled for use in the work by means including, but not necessarily limited to, those described in this Section.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Contract Documents as provided by Dorchester County: Product options and substitution procedures prior to bid date.

B. Documents affecting work of this Section include, but are not necessarily limited to, Standard

General Conditions of the Construction Contract, and Sections in Division 01 of these specifications.

C. Additional procedures also may be prescribed in other Sections of these specifications.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Proposed Products List: Submit list of major products proposed for use, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

1. Submit within fifteen (15) days after date of Agreement.

2. For products specified only by reference standards, list applicable reference standards.

B. Product Data Submittals: Submit manufacturer's standard published data. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

C. Shop Drawing Submittals: Prepared specifically for this Project; indicate utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

D. Sample Submittals: Illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

1. For selection from standard finishes, submit samples of the full range of the manufacturer's standard colors, textures, and patterns.

E. Indicate utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Include within the Contractor's quality assurance program such procedures as are required to assure full protection of work and materials.

1.05 MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS

A. Except as otherwise approved by the Engineer, determine and comply with manufacturer's recommendations on product handling, storage and protection.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 EXISTING PRODUCTS

A. Do not use materials and equipment removed from existing premises unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. Unforeseen historic items encountered remain the property of the Owner; notify the Owner promptly upon discovery; protect, remove, handle, and store as directed by the Owner.

C. Existing materials and equipment indicated to be removed, but not to be re-used, relocated, reinstalled, delivered to the Owner, or otherwise indicated as to remain the property of the Owner, become the property of the Contractor; remove from site.

D. Reused Products: Reused products include materials and equipment previously used in this or other construction, salvaged and refurbished as specified.

2.02 NEW PRODUCTS

A. Provide new products unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. Do not use products having any of the following characteristics:

2.03 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Use any product meeting those standards or description.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with a Provision for

Substitutions: Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named.

2.04 MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software of types and in quantities specified in individual specification sections.

B. Deliver to Project site; obtain receipt prior to final payment.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

A. Contract Documents as provided by Dorchester County specify time restrictions for submitting requests for substitutions during the bidding period. Comply with requirements specified in this section.

B. Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. will consider requests for substitutions only within fifteen (15) days after date of Agreement.

C. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Documents.

D. A request for substitution constitutes a representation that the submitter:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product.

2. Will provide the same warranty for the substitution as for the specified product.

3. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other Work that may be required for the Work to be complete with no additional cost to Owner.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension that may subsequently become apparent.

5. Will reimburse the Owner and Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. for review or redesign services associated with re-approval by authorities.

E. Substitution Submittal Procedure:

1. Submit one (1) electronic copy of request for substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed substitution.

2. Submit shop drawings, product data, and certified test results attesting to the proposed product equivalence. Burden of proof is on proposer.

3. Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. will notify Contractor in writing of decision to accept or reject request.

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3.02 PACKAGING

A. Deliver products to the job site in their manufacturer's original container, with labels intact and legible.

1. Maintain packaged materials with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use.

2. Promptly remove damaged material and unsuitable items from the job site and promptly replace with material meeting the specified requirements, at no additional cost to the Owner.

B. The Engineer may reject as non-complying such material and products that do not bear identification satisfactory to the Engineer as to manufacturer, grade, quality and other pertinent information.

3.03 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Coordinate schedule of product delivery to designated prepared areas in order to minimize site storage time and potential damage to stored materials.

B. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Transport materials in covered trucks to prevent contamination of product and littering of surrounding areas.

D. Promptly inspect shipments to ensure that products comply with requirements, quantities are correct, and products are undamaged.

E. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

F. Arrange for the return of packing materials, such as wood pallets, where economically feasible.

3.04 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Designate receiving/storage areas for incoming products so that they are delivered according to installation schedule and placed convenient to work area in order to minimize waste due to excessive materials handling and misapplication.

B. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

C. Store with seals and labels intact and legible.

D. Store sensitive products in weather tight, climate controlled, enclosures in an environment favorable to product.

E. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground.

F. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation and degradation of products.

G. Store loose granular materials on solid flat surfaces in a well-drained area. Prevent mixing with foreign matter.

H. Prevent contact with material that may cause corrosion, discoloration, or staining.

I. Provide equipment and personnel to store products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

J. Arrange storage of products to permit access for inspection. Periodically inspect to verify products are undamaged and are maintained in acceptable condition.

K. Partial payments under the Contract will not relieve the Contractor from responsibility.

1. When materials and work at the site that have been partially paid for are not adequately protected by the Contractor, such materials will be protected by the Owner at the expense of the Contractor and no further partial payment thereon will be made.

L. Maintain finished surfaces clean, unmarred, and suitably protected until accepted by the Owner.

M. Electrical and control equipment:

1. Store in a dry area protected from dust and humidity.

2. Equipment can be protected by a weatherproof cover if shipped to the site no more than two (2) weeks prior to installation and energization.

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3.05 REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS

A. In the event of damage, promptly make replacements and repairs to the approval of the

Engineer and at no additional cost to the Owner.

B. Additional time required to secure replacements and to make repairs will not be considered by the Engineer to justify an extension in the contract time of completion.

GENERAL EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 01 61 00

A. Requirements relating to providing of equipment and services specified in other Sections of these specifications.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Documents affecting work of this Section include, but are not necessarily limited to, Contract Documents as provided by Dorchester County and Sections of Division 01 of these Specifications.

B. Additional provisions concerning this work may be stated in other sections associated with these specifications.

C. Where new equipment is to be installed into existing structures or systems, verify the plan dimensions with existing dimensions and provide all discrepancies as part of the shop drawings.

D. Equipment provided as part of this Section shall be installed in the location provided and within the space as indicated on the Construction Plans.

E. Any structural, piping, wiring, drawings, or other modifications required to accommodate equipment offered other than that shown on the Drawings, or specified, shall be provided at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Certificates: Certify that products of this section meet or exceed specified requirements.

C. Warranty: Submit manufacturer warranty and ensure that forms have been completed in the Owner’s name and registered with manufacturer.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Equipment manufacturers shall, upon request of the Engineer, provide a detailed list of installations of comparable function.

B. Equipment in each Section shall be by a single manufacturer regularly engaged in the development of equipment designed for the intended function.

C. Provide each component with a serial number and the manufacturer shall maintain records of same.

D. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section, will provide a list that includes years of experience, projects similar in type, size, and cost, as well as a list of references for each similar project.

E. Perform design, if required, of Tank, Structural, Foundation, and Electrical under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer experienced in design of this Work and licensed in South Carolina.

F. Products Requiring Electrical Connection: Listed and classified by UL as suitable for the purpose specified and indicated.

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1.05 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETING

A. Convene one week before starting work of this section.

1.06 WARRANTY

A. See Section 01 78 00 - Closeout Submittals, for additional warranty requirements.

B. Correct defective Work within a one (1) year period after Date of Substantial Completion.

2.01 GENERAL

A. Supply all materials, tools, equipment, labor and supervision to properly complete installation of equipment, piping, controls, etc., in compliance with the contract documents.

2.02 IDENTIFICATION

A. Provide stamped identification labels on motors and equipment with pertinent information including serial numbers, model numbers, capacities, voltage, amps, etc.

B. Label to be aluminum or stainless steel.

C. Attach with stainless steel or aluminum hardware.

2.03 LUBRICANTS AND LUBRICATING EQUIPMENT (IF REQUIRED)

A. Provide and install all necessary oils, greases, etc., for initial operation of equipment.

B. Where manufacturer's recommendations include changing of initial lubricants after 1,000-hours or less of operation, provide sufficient lubricants to make the change.

C. Provide one of every type lubricating gun required to properly maintain the equipment.

2.04 OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MANUALS – (IF REQUIRED)

A. Prepare and submit for the Owner's use six (6) copies of O&M Manual for each piece of equipment.

1. Submit Manuals sixty (60) days prior to delivery of equipment.

B. Manuals shall be specific to the equipment supplied.

1. Manuals applicable to many different configurations and which require the operator to selectively read portions of the instructions will not be accepted.

2. The equipment model that the Manual applies to shall be indicated by an arrow. C. Provide a Table of Contents specific to each Manual.

D. At the beginning of each Manual, provide a description of the equipment to include model numbers, purchase order numbers, serial numbers, motor information, and performance and design criteria.

E. Correlate Manuals with the approved shop drawings and include the following minimum information:

1. Parts list, including recommended spare parts list.

2. Recommended maintenance instructions.

3. Recommended lubricants and lubrication instructions.

4. Address and telephone number of the source for repairs, spare parts and service.

5. Detailed description of operating procedure for the item of equipment specifically written for this installation, including start-up and shutdown procedures.

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6. Equipment performance specifications, including pump curves.

7. Results of start-up and any further recommendations resulting from start-up.

8. Current cost for each recommended spare part and agreement to provide updated costs at

Owner's request.

F. Provide a maintenance and lubrication schedule to be a summary of all preventative maintenance and lubrication, including the following information:

1. Title.

2. Type of activity (inspection, adjustment, oil change, etc.).

3. Brief description of activity.

4. Type of lubricant.

5. Frequency (daily, weekly, etc.).

G. The manufacturer shall provide the Owner with a log chart to record all servicing and maintenance required during the equipment warranty period.

H. For process oriented equipment, treatment plants, etc., provide a detailed description of the process operation and trouble-shooting of problems.

I. Provide clear and legible copies. Type parts lists, etc.

J. Layout and detail drawings shall be reduced to a maximum size of 11" x 17", unless written approval is received from the Engineer prior to submittal of Manuals.

K. Provide a clearly labeled three-ring binder for Manuals having a thickness greater than 1/4-inch.

Provide sheet lifters if binder is more than 2/3 full.

1. Provide multiple binders for Manuals having a thickness greater than 2-inches.

3.01 GENERAL – (WHEN REQUIRED)

A. Provide information that may be requested without undue delay.

B. Deliver O&M Manuals, when required, to the Engineer for review and approval and transmittal to the Owner.

1. Do not start equipment unless the Owner has approved O&M Manuals.

C. Properly lubricate all equipment prior to start-up.

D. Work under sections requiring submittal of O&M Manual will not be considered complete and final payment will not be made until all Manuals have been submitted and approved.

E. Provide revisions to O&M Manuals to reflect any changes made during installation and start-up of equipment.

3.02 INSTALLATION

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

3.03 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Perform field inspection and testing in accordance with Section 01 40 00 Quality Requirements.

3.04 STARTING EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS – (WHEN REQUIRED)

A. Provide…