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United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service

(R-10) Alaska Region

Tongass National Forest Wrangell Ranger District

GAOA Anan Wildlife Observatory

Reconstruction Phase 2 Technical Specifications

May 10, 2023

Anan Wildlife Observatory Reconstruction: Technical Specifications 2023-05-10

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section No. Section Title Page No.

01 10 00 Summary of Work 1 01 14 13 Site Access, Use and Storage 3 01 22 00 Measurement and Payment 9 01 23 00 Options 10 01 33 00 Submittals 11 01 42 00 References and Definitions 19 01 43 00 Quality Control 23 01 53 00 Protection and Restoration of Existing Facilities 27 01 56 00 Temporary Environmental Control 29 01 56 10 Archaeological Protection 37 01 57 00 Erosion Control 38 01 71 13 Mobilization 44 01 71 23 Construction Survey and Layout 46 01 74 23 Final Clean-Up and Site Restoration 49 01 77 00 Project Close Out 51 02 41 00 Demolition and Removal of Site Features 54 05 71 13 Fabricated Metal Spiral Stairs 56 09 93 00 Paints, Stains and Transparent Finishes 61 31 00 00 Earthwork 63 31 10 00 Clearing and Grubbing 71 31 20 00 Plant Protection 75 32 29 50 Site Revegetation 80

Anan Wildlife Observatory Reconstruction Phase 2: Technical Specifications 2023-05-10

SUMMARY OF WORK 01 10 00 - 1

SECTION 01 10 00 – SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

A. The Work covered in the Contract Documents generally includes Phase 2 of the demolition and reconstruction of the Anan Wildlife Observatory. Phase 2 is the continuation of Phase 1 work, which was completed in 2022 and included reconstruction of the approach trail, upper deck, and observation shelter. Major work items for Phase 2 include the demolition of the existing lower timber observation deck and stair structures, including footings; construction of a new metal and fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) two-level observation deck with timber guardrails, aluminum spiral staircase, concrete footing and stem walls, and structural elements; and installation of new electronic equipment including audio/visual equipment and solar power equipment, and other miscellaneous work.

1.2 GENERAL CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

A. Safety: Contractor shall submit a written Safety Plan within fourteen (14) calendar days after the Notice to Proceed, but prior to any on-site activities. The Safety Plan shall address safety of the public and contractor personnel, and protection of improvements.

The Safety Plan shall comply with and reference all applicable OSHA Construction and Workplace requirements.

B. Site Security, and Site Usage and Operations Plan: Contractor shall submit written Plans within fourteen (14) calendar days after the Notice to Proceed, but prior to any on-site activities. These Plans shall address, but not limited to, site security, wildlife and fish avoidance, protection of existing recreation facilities and natural areas, identify the type of equipment being used and areas of operation, the storage of hazardous materials and refueling, storage of equipment and materials, and order of operation, with a priority on minimizing disturbance to the existing landscape, wildlife, and existing recreation facilities to remain while meeting USFS Best Management Practices (BMP) and other agencies having jurisdiction.

1.3 PROJECT LOCATION

A. Anan Wildlife Observatory is located about 30 air miles southeast of Wrangell, Alaska at lat/long 56.183, -131.890. The site is typically accessed by boat or air from Wrangell.

Wrangell is the nearest full service community. There are no utilities or potable water at the project site. Cell phone service is not available at the project site or immediate vicinity.

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1.4 SPECIAL SITE CONSIDERATIONS

A. The site is an active brown bear and black bear area in a remote location without communications. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to protect human life and bears from conflicts including potential attacks during construction. The site is adjacent to an anadromous stream requiring protection for construction impacts. Minimize impacts or potential harm to wildlife, the creek, existing recreation facilities to remain, and the surrounding landscape. The site and Work is located on and adjacent to a steep cliff face above the creek.

B. Work is within an area where rock fall is a potential hazard. A 2020 geological report of the project area states.

1. Although the overall integrity of the rock mass at the Anan Creek project site appears relatively sound, stability of the rock mass along the Anan Creek cliff faces has been compromised where boulder-size rock will continue to release, initiated by events such as earthquakes, heavy rainfall, soil erosion or construction activities.

C. Construction activities are not permitted on site during the high-use visitor period of June 15, 2024 – September 15, 2024. Contractor shall vacate the observatory and access routes, including removal of equipment and materials, during this period. See Section 01 14 13, Part 1.1, for requirements for securing the site during this, and other, shutdown periods.

1.5 MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION

A. The magnitude of construction is estimated between $500,000 and $1 million.

1.6 AGAR 452.211-72 STATEMENT OF WORK/SPECIFICATIONS (FEB 1988)

A. The Contractor shall furnish the necessary personnel, material, equipment, services and facilities to perform the Statement of Work/Specifications.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01 10 00

SITE ACCESS, USE AND STORAGE 01 14 13 - 1

SECTION 01 14 13 – SITE ACCESS, USE AND STORAGE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACTOR USE OF PROJECT SITE

A. The Contractor’s use of the project site shall include construction operations and storage of materials, and fabrication facilities, only within limit of work identified on the Drawings or as approved by the CO.

B. The Contractor shall secure the site from public use during all staging and construction operations. No public access to be allowed. It is the Contractors responsibility to secure the site, without impacting the natural movement of bears in the area due to perimeter fencing or other barriers. Provide to the CO for approval all methods and materials for securing the project site from the public prior to installation.

C. The Contractor shall secure the site during seasonal (winter) shut down and during high visitor use period of June 15, 2024 – September 15, 2024. Obtain CO approval of site conditions, securing of site, and allowed visitor access prior to Contractor leaving the site including any other periods when the Contractor leaves the site for more than a week (7 days) period. Before leaving the project area:

1. Remove from the work area and premises any rubbish, tools, scaffolding, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government.

2. Ensure all improvements, including the trail, access ramp, upper deck, shelter, and any improvements performed under this project and accepted by the Government, are in a safe condition for use and occupancy by the Forest Service and the public. This includes properly securing and de-energizing any loose wires or cables, and ensuring a continuous and competent guardrail system.

3. Leave the work area in a clean, neat, and orderly condition satisfactory to the

CO.

D. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to secure the site, materials, tools, equipment, and the work when not on site.

1.2 GOVERNMENT USE OF THE PROJECT SITE

A. The Government may utilize all or part of the existing site during the entire period of construction for research and monitoring of bear activities. Other agencies may also utilize the site for similar use. The Contractor shall cooperate and coordinate with the Government to facilitate Government access and to minimize interference with the Contractor’s operation at the same time. In any event, the Government shall be allowed access to the project site during the period of construction.

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1.3 WORK BY OTHERS IN THE AREA

A. The Government anticipates a Contractor and/or a Forest Service crew will be working in the vicinity on the Anan Bay Cabin repairs project. Timeframe is currently unknown.

B. The Contractor’s attention is directed to the fact that Work may be conducted near the site by other Contractors during the performance of the Work under this Contract. The Contractor shall conduct its operations so as to cause a minimum of interference with the Work of such other Contractors, and shall cooperate fully with such Contractors to provide continued safe access to their respective portions of the site, as required to perform Work under their respective contracts.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit the following items for approval a minimum of 5 calendar days prior to the Pre- Work conference. All plans shall be for the duration of the project.

1. Site Security Plan: Including but not limited to, securing the site from the public, bears and other wildlife, minimizing impacts to existing wildlife and known bear routes, impacts to fish in the creek, and safety protocol for human and bear interactions.

2. Site Usage and Operations Plan: Including but not limited to, site access, types of equipment, use areas, and travel routes, equipment storage, hazardous materials storage, power generation, laydown and materials storage, helicopter operating areas, shop facilities, construction operations within sensitive areas and the creek, protection measures for sensitive areas, areas to be protected, and work in the creek, timing of all operations and use areas.

3. Camp Plan: Including but not limited to location and type of crew camp (field camp), facilities to be used, cooking facilities and storage, sanitation and water, and on-site power generation.

4. Site Restoration Plan: Including but not limited to, the clean-up and restoration of all areas impacted by construction operations and returning to a condition equal to or better than prior to construction activities. This includes any impacts to existing trails and related recreation facilities.

B. The CO will review submittals within 14 calendar days then either approve plans or require changes. If required for approval, modify the submittals within 5 calendar days of receiving comments from the Government.

C. The approved plans become part of the project. Both must be signed by the Contractor and the Government. A copy must be kept on site by the Contractor.

1.5 SECURING OF TRAIL AND OBSERVATORY (SITE SECURITY PLAN)

A. Existing public areas that include trails, shelters, toilets, and the observatory within the Project Limits shall be secured during performance of the Work for the protection and safety of the public. All closed routes shall be signed, and securely barricaded. Provide adequate signage with clearly-lettered, professional-appearing signs at all trailheads and access points that can be read from the water at a distance of 300 feet. Signage

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which will be read from an approaching trail must be legible from a distance of 100 feet. Signage and signposts shall be sized to withstand chewing and clawing by bears.

Coordinate and receive approval from the CO for securing the site from the public in the form of a Site Security Plan.

B. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions for the protection of the Work and the safety of the public. All signs, signals, and barricades shall conform to the requirements of Subpart G, Part 1926, of the OSHA Safety and Health Standards for Construction.

C. Coordinate with the Government known bear movement routes within and adjacent to the Project site. Include in the Site Security Plan. Obtain CO approval of securing of the site that does not impede the natural movement of bears or create human and bear conflicts.

1.6 CONTRACTOR'S ACCESS, WORK AND STORAGE AREAS (SITE USAGE AND

OPERATIONS PLAN)

A. Coordinate and receive approval for access to the Project and storage of materials with the CO prior to beginning Work in the form of the Site Usage and Operations Plan.

Minimize impacts and damage to the existing natural environment (BMP 12.8; 12.9;

National BMP Road-9; Fac-2).

B. Water access to the site is available at high tide events at the Anan Lagoon landing facility. The landing will require coordination for use. The Contractor may use the landing for site access and storage of materials. Coordinate use of the area with the CO and as submitted in Site Usage and Operations Plan.

C. Limit access, work and storage to areas as indicated on the Drawings or as approved by the CO. Make provisions to minimize disturbance within these areas including, but not limited to, the use of mats, boards, cribbing, and other materials and techniques that minimize damage to trails and the natural environment, including existing grade, soils and vegetation and tree roots. Limit access from the water access to the site along the existing recreation trail only. Should the Contractor require additional area(s) for work or storage, these areas need to be identified on the Site Usage and Operations Plan for CO approval prior to mobilization, and supported by reasoning of need and mitigation. The request will not necessarily be granted and will be made by the CO.

D. Coordinate all Work within Site Usage and Operations Plan to minimize impacts to bears in the area including, but not limited to, areas of impact, noise and operations, and minimizing restrictions to bear movement along existing game trails.

E. Use of land-based motorized equipment is restricted to the section of trail between the lagoon landing and the observatory, unless requested in writing and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer. For land-based motorized equipment, use appropriately scaled/sized excavators, track haulers and other equipment for work that minimize disturbance to the existing landscape and existing recreation facilities. Use land-based motorized equipment that is capable of operating on the trail without damage to the trail-bed or adjacent natural areas. Describe the type and size of

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equipment, how the equipment will be used, what mitigation measures will be followed to minimize adverse effects, how the equipment will be moved to and from the work areas, and other considerations in the Site Usage and Operations Plan. The CO may reject the Plan if the CO determines the plan does not minimize adverse effects to existing facilities, soil, and vegetation.

F. Replace petroleum-based hydraulic fluid in all heavy equipment and bar oil in chainsaws with vegetable-based oil (biobased oil) to protect water quality while working adjacent and within the stream channel. (BMPs 12.8; 12.9; National BMP AqEco-2).

G. The use of helicopters in the project area is allowed. Include in Site Usage and Operations Plan any landing zones, refueling areas, or other areas impacted by helicopter use prior to beginning operations. Ensure appropriate spill response materials are on hand for refueling. There are important heritage areas in and around Anan Creek, Anan Lagoon and Anan Bay, and these heritage areas shall not be disturbed. Portions of the land in and around Anan Creek, Anan Lagoon, and Anan Bay are not owned by the Forest Service, and as such, permission to use those lands must be received by the landowner. Pre-approved helicopter refueling areas include:

1. In front of the Anan Bay Cabin, provided operations do not conflict with cabin repair work.

2. Forest Service-owned portion of the peninsula in the Anan Lagoon, as shown in Figure 1, below, provided no brush is cut or removed:

Figure 1: Anan Lagoon, showing Forest Service-owned land at the tip of the peninsula.

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H. Refuel all gas powered equipment, excluding helicopters, a distance of at least 150 feet from waterbodies. Include equipment refueling plan as part of Site Usage and Operations Plan. (BMP 12.8; 12.9; National BMP Road-10).

I. The Contractor shall limit the storage of hazardous materials on the Project site.

Protect hazardous materials from spills and potential impacts by wildlife. Do not store materials within sensitive areas or areas to be protected. Detail storage of hazardous materials in the Site Usage and Operations Plan and include within a Spill Prevention Control Countermeasures (SPCC) plan based on the types of hazardous materials/chemicals anticipated. Consult the Materials Safety Data Sheet and product label for information on use, hazards, and safe handling procedures for chemical products under consideration for use. Store chemicals/hazardous materials away from waterbodies (National BMP Chem-1; Chem-3; Road-10). Meet the requirements of 40 CFR 112 (Oil Pollution Prevention) for fuel storage. Meet the requirements of 33 CFR 150 and 33 CFR 154 for facilities transferring oil or hazardous materials in bulk.

J. The Contractor shall make its own arrangements for any off-site storage or shop areas necessary for the proper execution of the Work. Should the Contractor find it necessary to use any additional land for staging or storing equipment or materials for other purposes during the construction of the Work, it shall provide for the use of such lands at its own expense and approval of land manager. The use of off-site storage or shop areas does not include National Forest lands beyond those identified as the Project area.

K. Do not allow materials or equipment to enter Anan Creek or other sensitive areas unless for the installation of structures or elements as indicated in the Drawings. No machinery shall be operated from within the creek. Minimize impacts to the stream bank and vegetation adjacent to the Work. Coordinate and receive approval from CO and permitting agencies for the timing and methods of all Work that impact or is located within the creek or other sensitive areas prior to beginning Work. Agencies may include, but are not limited to, the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.

L. Do not stockpile materials, or store or operate equipment in areas outside of the access, work, and storage areas as listed in the Site Usage and Operations Plan.

M. Upon completion of construction and clean-up and removal of materials, equipment and related items from the area, the CO will inspect all access, work, and storage areas. Restore all areas impacted by access, work, and storage areas to the satisfaction of the CO prior to demobilization and as indicated in the Site Restoration Plan.

N. No dogs or other pets are allowed at the project site at any time, due to bear activity and Government regulations.

1.7 CONTRACTOR’S WORK CAMP AREA

A. The USFS Anan Bay Cabin is expected to be closed, due to significant damage and/or repair work, during the contract period of performance.

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B. Note that the Contractor for the Anan Bay Cabin repair project may also be in the area working and has similar Work Camp requirements.

C. A Contractor owned barge or other water based Work Camp or bunk house can be located within Anan Bay. Obtain permission of CO for location and related logistics.

D. A land-based Work Camp location is contingent on the following requirements:

1. Between June 15 and September 15, any land-based work camp must be at least ½ mile away from the Anan Lagoon.

2. For any land-based work camp location, obtain permission of CO for location, facilities to be included, and footprint (limit of disturbance) of Work Camp.

3. Impacts from the land-based Work Camp shall be minimized to the existing site.

4. The site shall be restored and all land-based camp facilities removed to the satisfaction of the CO.

E. Handwashing and other potable water facilities are not available on site. Meet State of Alaska drinking water regulations 18 AAC 80 regarding potable water supplies for drinking and washing.

F. Traditional toilet facilities are not available at the observatory site. There is a toilet room and toilet bench within the observatory shelter. If the Contractor wishes to use the toilet room during construction, then the Contractor shall provide a means to collect waste below the toilet bench, such as a Jon-ny Partner tank or equivalent. The Forest Service will make available for the Contractor’s use two (2) Jon-ny Partner tanks, available at the observatory shelter. If the Contractor uses the toilet tanks, then the Contractor shall empty, clean, and return the tanks to the shelter after use. Tanks shall be emptied at a State of Alaska-approved wastewater disposal site. For all other wastewater disposal activities, comply with State of Alaska wastewater disposal regulations 18 AAC 72 for domestic sewage.

G. Ensure that the design, operation, and maintenance of all solid waste systems are protected from bears and other wildlife and meet all Federal, State, and local requirements. Meet State of Alaska solid waste management regulations (18 AAC 60) and Federal regulations contained in 40 CFR 243, 40 CFR 245, 40 CFR 257, and 40 CFR 258. Remove solid wastes and/or residues and dispose of in approved commercial landfills.

H. All food shall be stored in a location and manner as not to attract or allow access by bears and other wildlife.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

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MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT 01 22 00 - 1

SECTION 01 22 00 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. Payment for the various items of the Bid Schedule, as further specified herein, shall include all compensation to be received by the Contractor for furnishing all tools, equipment, supplies, and manufactured articles, and for all labor, operations, transportation, and incidentals appurtenant to the items for Work being described, as necessary to complete the various items of the Work all in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents, including all appurtenances thereto, and including all costs of permits and cost of compliance with the regulations of public agencies having jurisdiction, including Safety and Health Requirements of Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Standards of the Alaska Department of Labor, Division of Labor Standards and Safety.

B. No separate payment will be made for any Pay Item that is not specifically set forth in the Bid Schedule, and all costs therefore shall be included in the prices named in the Bid Schedule for the various appurtenant items of Work.

C. In addition to the other incidental items of Work listed elsewhere in the contract, the following items shall also be considered as incidental to other items of Work under this contract:

1. Maintenance and provision of all services including power, fuel, water, and others

2. Transportation of goods and materials to a remote site

3. Providing remote facilities for all laborers related to the Work including remote accommodations, food, communication and sanitary facilities

4. Archeological protection and monitoring

5. Bear and human safety operations

6. Final clean-up and site restoration

7. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan including implementation, maintenance, and monitoring

8. Removal and replacement of survey monuments and markers disturbed during construction, whether shown on the Drawings or not.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

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OPTIONS 01 23 00 - 1

SECTION 01 23 00 – OPTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Option: An amount proposed by bidders and stated on the Bid Form for certain work defined in the bidding requirements that may be added to the base bid amount if the Government decides to accept a corresponding change either in the amount of construction to be completed or in the products, materials, equipment, systems, or installation methods described in the Contract Documents.

1. Options described are part of the Work only if enumerated in the Agreement.

2. The cost or credit for each Option is the net addition to the Contract Sum to incorporate alternate into the Work. No other adjustments are made to the Contract Sum.

1.2 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected adjacent work as necessary to completely integrate work of the option into Project.

1. Include as part of each option, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete Work whether or not indicated as part of option.

B. Execute accepted options under the same conditions as other Work of the Contract.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF OPTIONS

A. Descriptions of the options are found in the Contract Documents.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

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SECTION 01 33 00 – SUBMITTALS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. Wherever submittals are required hereunder, all such submittals by the Contractor shall be submitted to the CO.

B. Within 14 days after the date of Notice to Proceed as stated in the Notice to Award, the Contractor shall submit the following items to the CO for review:

1. A preliminary schedule of Shop Drawings, Samples, and proposed Substitutes or “Or-Equal” submittals.

2. A list of all permits and licenses the Contractor shall obtain indicating the agency required to grant the permit and the expected date of submittal for the permit and required date for receipt of the permit.

3. A complete progress schedule for all phases of the Project.

4. All required Material Safety Data Sheets.

5. A plan for temporary erosion control and pollution control, as required.

6. A letter designating the Contractor's Superintendent, defining that person’s responsibility and authority.

7. A letter designating the Contractor's safety representative and the EEO Officer and that person’s responsibility and authority.

8. A letter designating the Contractor’s quality control representative, defining that person’s responsibility and authority.

9. All Operations and Work Coordination Plans as indicated in Quality Control, and

Site Access, Work, and Storage Sections and elsewhere in the Specifications.

These include, but are not limited to:

a. Site Security Plan

b. Site Usage and Operations Plan

c. Camp Plan

d. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan

e. Site Restoration and Revegetation Plan

f. Quality Control Plan

g. Hazardous Materials Control Plan

h. Invasive Species Management Plan

i. Stream Crossing/In-Stream Work Plan (if stream crossing or in-stream work is requested by Contractor)

10. Qualifications as indicated in the Specifications. These include, but are not limited to:

a. Project Supervisor/Superintendent

b. Concrete Supervisor

c. Welder Supervisor

d. Quality Control Supervisor

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C. Within 90 days or deemed acceptable duration by Contractor and CO, after the date of commencement as stated in the Notice to Award, the Contractor shall submit the following items to the CO for review:

1. Delegated Design Submittals: Signed shop drawings, wiring diagrams, and product data for Delegated Design/Performance Based items:

a. Audio-Visual System and Video Surveillance System (1001AB)

b. Power System (1001AB)

2. Shop Drawings as indicated on Structural and Electrical General Notes and Specifications on Plans. These include, but are not limited to:

a. Steel and Aluminum Framing

b. Spiral Staircase

c. Concrete Reinforcement

d. Structured Telecommunication Cabling (Option 1)

e. Audio-Video Systems (Option 1)

f. Video Surveillance System (Option 1)

g. Others as indicated on Drawings and Specifications

D. No payments shall be made to the Contractor until all these items are submitted in their entirety, as determined by the CO.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Wherever called for in the Contract Documents, or where required by the CO, the Contractor shall furnish to the CO, for review, one digital copy of each submittal as a pdf.

B. The term "Shop Drawings" as used herein shall be understood to include detail design calculations, shop drawings, fabrication, and installation drawings, erection drawings, lists, graphs, operating instructions, catalog sheets, data sheets, and similar items.

C. All Shop Drawing submittals shall be accompanied by the Contractor's standard submittal transmittal form. Any submittal not accompanied by such a form, or where all applicable items on the form are not completed, will be returned for re-submittal.

D. Normally, a separate transmittal form shall be used for each specific item or class of material or equipment for which a submittal is required. Transmittal of a submittal of various items using a single transmittal form will be permitted only when the items taken together constitute a manufacturer's “package” or are so functionally related that expediency indicates review of the group or package as a whole. A multiple-page submittal shall be collated into sets, and each set shall be stapled or bound, as appropriate, prior to transmittal to the CO.

E. Except as may otherwise be provided herein, the CO will respond and return one digital copy of each submittal to the Contractor within 14 calendar days following their receipt by the CO. It is considered reasonable that the Contractor shall make a complete and acceptable second re-submittal to the CO if the initial submittal is

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rejected or deemed unacceptable. The Government reserves the right to withhold monies due the Contractor to cover additional costs of the CO review beyond the second submittal. The CO's maximum review period for each submittal including all re-submittals will be 14 days per submission. In other words, for a submittal that requires 2 re-submittals before it is complete, the maximum review period for that submittal could be 42 days.

F. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN," formal revision and re-submission of said submittal will not be required.

G. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED," formal revision and re-submission of said submittal will not be required.

H. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "AMEND-RESUBMIT," the Contractor shall revise said submittal and shall resubmit the required number of copies of said revised submittal to the CO.

I. If submittal is returned to the Contractor marked "REJECTED-RESUBMIT," the Contractor shall revise said submittal and shall resubmit the required number of copies of said revised submittal to the CO.

J. Fabrication of an item may be commenced only after the CO has reviewed the pertinent submittal and returned copies to the Contractor marked either "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN" or "MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED." Corrections indicated on submittal shall be considered as changes necessary to meet the requirements of the Contract Documents and shall not be taken as the basis for changes to the Contract requirements. Only a modification signed by the CO can alter the contract price, time, or requirements.

K. All Contractor submittals shall be carefully reviewed by an authorized representative of the Contractor, prior to submission to the CO. Each submittal shall be dated, signed, and certified by the Contractor, as being correct and in strict conformance with the Contract Documents. In the case of shop drawings, each sheet shall be so dated, signed, and certified. No consideration for review by the CO of any Contractor submittal will be made for any items which have not been so certified by the Contractor. All non-certified submittals will be returned to the Contractor without action taken by the CO, and any delays caused thereby shall be the total responsibility of the Contractor.

L. The CO's review of Contractor shop drawing submittals shall not relieve the Contractor of the entire responsibility for the correctness of details and dimensions. The Contractor shall assume all responsibility and risk for any misfits due to any errors in Contractor submittals. The Contractor shall be responsible for the dimensions and the design of adequate connections and details.

1.3 RECORD DRAWINGS SUBMITTAL

A. The Contractor shall keep and maintain, at the job site, one record set of Drawings. On these, it shall mark all Project conditions, locations, configurations, and any other changes or deviations which may vary from the details represented on the original

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Contract Drawings, including buried or concealed construction and utility features which are revealed during the course of construction. Special attention shall be given to recording the horizontal and vertical location of all buried construction that differ from the locations indicated, or which were not indicated on the Contract Drawings. Said record drawings shall be supplemented by any detailed sketches as necessary or directed to indicate, fully, the Work as actually constructed. These master record drawings of the Contractor's representation of as-built conditions, including all revisions made necessary by addenda, modifications, and the like shall be maintained up-to-date during the progress of the Work.

B. In the case of those drawings which depict the detail requirement for equipment to be assembled in the factory, such as the spiral staircase and the like, the record drawings shall be updated by indicating those portions which are superseded by modification drawings or final shop drawings, and by including appropriate reference information describing the modifications by number and the shop drawings by manufacturer, drawing, and revision numbers.

C. Record drawings shall be accessible to the CO at all times during the construction period and shall be delivered to the CO on the 20th working day of every third month after the month in which the Notice to Proceed is given as well as upon completion of the Work.

D. Final payment will not be acted upon until the Contractor-prepared record drawings have been delivered to the CO.

1.4 PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. The progress schedule shall be in Bar Chart or Critical Path Method (CPM) form, as required by the CO.

B. The progress schedule shall show the order in which the Contractor proposes to carry out the Work and the contemplated date on which the Contractor and their subcontractors will start and finish each of the salient features of the Work, including any scheduled periods of shutdown. The schedule shall also indicate any anticipated periods of multiple-shift work.

C. Upon substantial changes to the Contractor’s progress schedule of Work or upon request of the CO, the Contractor shall submit a revised progress schedule(s) in the form required. Such revised schedule(s) shall conform with the Contract Time and take into account delays which may have been encountered in the performance of the Work. In submitting a revised schedule, the Contractor shall state specifically the reason for the revision and the adjustments made in its schedule or methods of operation to ensure the completion of all the Work within the contract time.

1.5 PROPOSED SUBSTITUTES OR "OR-EQUAL" ITEM SUBMITTAL

A. Whenever materials or equipment are specified or described in the Contract Documents by using the name of a proprietary item or the name of a particular Supplier, the naming of the item is intended to establish the type, function, and quality

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required. If the name is followed by the words "or-equal" indicating that a substitution is permitted, materials or equipment of other Suppliers may be accepted by the CO if sufficient information is submitted by the Contractor to allow the CO to determine that the material or equipment proposed is equivalent or equal to that named, subject to the following requirements:

1. The burden of proof as to the type, function, and quality of any such substitute material or equipment shall be upon the Contractor.

2. The CO will be the sole judge as to the type, function, and quality of any such substitute material or equipment and the CO's decision shall be final.

3. The CO may require the Contractor, to furnish at the Contractor's expense, additional data about the proposed substitute.

4. The CO may require the Contractor to furnish at the Contractor's expense a special performance guarantee or other surety with respect to any substitute.

5. Acceptance by the CO of a substitute item proposed by the Contractor shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for full compliance with the Contract Documents and for adequacy of the substitute item.

6. The Contractor shall be responsible for resultant changes and all additional costs which the accepted substitution requires in the Contractor's Work, the Work of its subcontractors and of other contractors, and shall effect such changes without cost to the Government. This shall include the cost for redesign and claims of other contractor affected by the resulting change.

B. The procedure for review by the CO will include the following:

1. If the Contractor wishes to furnish or use a substitute item of material or equipment, the Contractor shall make written application to the CO for acceptance thereof. The substitution application must meet the criteria set in paragraphs C and D below.

2. Unless otherwise provided by law or authorized in writing by the CO, the "Substitution Requests" shall be submitted within the 21-day period after Notice of Award.

3. Wherever a proposed substitute material or equipment has not been submitted within said 21-day period, or wherever the submission of a proposed substitute material or equipment has been judged to be unacceptable by the CO, the Contractor shall provide material or equipment named in the Contract Documents.

4. The Contractor shall certify that the proposed substitute will perform adequately the functions and achieve the results called for by the general design, be similar and of equal substance to that specified, and be suited to the same use as that specified.

5. The CO will be allowed a reasonable time within which to evaluate each proposed substitute. In no case will this reasonable time period be less than 14 days.

6. As applicable, no shop drawing submittals will be made for a substitute item nor will any substitute item be ordered, installed, or utilized without the CO's prior written acceptance of the Contractor's "Substitution Request".

C. The Contractor's application using the "Substitution Request" shall contain the following statements and/or information which shall be considered by the CO in evaluating the proposed substitution:

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1. The evaluation and acceptance of the proposed substitute will not impact the Contractor's achievement of substantial completion on time.

2. Whether or not acceptance of the substitute for use in the Work will require a change in any of the Contract Documents to adopt the design to the proposed substitute.

3. Whether or not incorporation or use of the substitute in connection with the Work is subject to payment of any license fee or royalty.

4. All variations of the proposed substitute for that specified will be identified.

5. Available maintenance, repair, and replacement service and its estimated cost will be indicated.

6. Itemized estimate of all costs that will result directly or indirectly from acceptance of such substitute, including cost of redesign and claims of other contractors affected by the resulting change.

D. Submit separate requests for each substitution. Support each request with the following:

1. Complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution item(s) with the requirements stated in contract documents:

a. Product identification, including manufacturer’s name and address;

b. Manufacturer’s literature, identifying:

1) Product description;

2) Reference standards, and;

3) Performance and test data.

c. Samples, as applicable (see AGAR 452.236-76);

d. Name and address of similar projects on which the substitution product has been used, and date of the installation;

e. Comparative data of item(s) to be deleted through substitution. Include drawing to the same (or larger) scale as pertinent portion of contract documents and marked to show how differences will be accommodated;

f. Show the complete system/assembly as revised to accommodate the proposed alternative for difference in performance, size, configuration, connection(s) service, accessibility, or any other signification characteristics;

g. Show the complete layout of the system except that which is identical to contract documents, unless unchanged portion must be shown to indicate clearances, etc.;

h. Include complete detail drawings of supports for all substitute equipment, and complete load calculations for adequacy of support prepared and signed by a registered structural engineer.

2. Itemized comparison of the proposed substitution with product specified; list significant variations.

3. Data relating to changes in construction schedule.

4. Any effect of substitution on separate contracts.

5. List of changes required in other work or products.

6. Accurate cost data comparing proposed substitution with product specified.

7. Proposed amount of change to the contract value.

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8. Designation of required license fees or royalties.

9. Designation of availability of maintenance services, and/or sources of replacement materials.

10. Substitutions will not be considered for acceptance when:

a. They are merely indicated or implied on shop drawings, or product data submittals without a formal request received from the Contractor;

b. They are requested directly by a subcontractor or supplier;

c. Acceptance will require substantial revision of contract documents, or;

d. Substitution has not been requested in a way this and related contract clauses.

11. Substitute products must not be ordered or installed without written acceptance by the CO.

12. The CO will determine acceptability of proposed substitutions in consultation with other Government employees with knowledge of the project and/or product(s).

13. Number of Substitution Submittals: only one proposed alternative will be considered for each substituted item. The Contractor must provide the originally-specified item(s) if the substitution proposal is rejected.

1.6 CONTRACTOR SUBSTITUTION REQUEST REPRESENTATION AND

RESPONSIBILITIES

A. In making a formal request for substitution of item(s), the Contractor represents that:

1. Have investigated the product proposed to substitute the originally-specified item, and have determined that it is either equal to, or superior to, the original item in all respects to that originally-specified item;

2. Will provide the same or better warranties and bond(s) for the substitute as for the originally-specified item;

3. Will coordinate the installation of any accepted substitution into the work, and will make such changes as may be required for the work to be completed in all respects;

4. Will waive any and all claims for additional costs caused by substitution, which may not be readily apparent, and may become apparent only subsequently, and;

5. Cost data is complete and includes related costs under the contract, other than:

a. Costs under separate contracts, and;

b. CO costs for redesign or revision of contract documents.

6. The Contractor assumes full responsibility that the substitution and/or alternate item(s) or procedure(s) will meet the job requirement(s).

7. The Contractor is solely responsible for the cost of redesign and modification(s) to this and other parts of the work caused by the substitution(s) or alternate item(s) furnished.

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PART 2 - PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 01 42 00 – REFERENCES AND DEFINITIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL

A. Titles of Sections and Paragraphs. Captions accompanying Specification sections and paragraphs are for convenience of reference only, and do not form a part of the Specifications.

B. Applicable Publications. Whenever in these Specifications references are made to published specifications, codes, standards, or other requirements, it shall be understood that wherever no date is specified, only the latest specifications, standards, or requirements of the respective issuing agencies which have been published as of the date that the Work is advertised for bids, shall apply; except to the extent that said standards or requirements may be in conflict with applicable laws, ordinances, or governing codes. No requirements set forth herein or shown on the Drawings shall be waived because of any provision of, or omission from, said standards or requirements.

1.2 REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS, CODES, AND STANDARDS

A. Without limiting the generality of other requirements of the Specifications, all Work specified herein shall conform to or exceed the requirements of applicable codes and the applicable requirements of the following documents.

B. References herein to "Building Code" or "International Building Code" shall mean International Building Code of the International Code Council.

C. Similarly, references to "Electric Code" or "National Electric Code (NEC)" shall mean the National Electric Code of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The latest edition of the codes as approved by the City and Borough of Wrangell, Alaska and used by the local agency as of the date that the Work is advertised for bids, as adopted by the agency having jurisdiction, shall apply to the Work herein, including all addenda, modifications, amendments, or other lawful changes thereto.

D. In case of conflict between codes, reference standards, Drawings and the other Contract Documents, the most stringent requirements shall govern. All conflicts shall be brought to the attention of the CO for clarification and directions prior to ordering or providing any materials or furnishing labor. The Contractor shall bid for the most stringent requirements.

E. The Contractor shall construct the Work specified herein in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents and the referenced portions of those referenced codes, standards, and specifications listed herein.

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F. References herein to "OSHA Regulations for Construction" shall mean Title 29, Part 1926, Construction Safety and Health Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations (OSHA), including all changes and amendments thereto.

G. References herein to "OSHA Standards" shall mean Title 29, Part 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards, Code of Federal Regulations (OSHA), including all changes and amendments thereto.

H. The technical specifications, standards, and guidelines referenced elsewhere in the Specifications and Drawings and listed below are hereby incorporated into the Work.

1. The Federal Highways Administration Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-14 (abbreviated as FP-14), are included by reference. An electronic copy is available upon request.

2. The Forest Service Outdoor Recreation Accessibility Guidelines 2013

(FSORAG).

3. The Architectural Barrier Act Standards.

4. Forest Service Handbook Alaska Region (R10) Juneau, AK. FSH2509.22 Soil and Water Conservation Handbook for National Forest System Lands in Alaska.

R-10 Amendment 2509.22-2006-2.

5. USDA Forest Service National Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Water Quality Management on National Forest System Lands. Vol 1: National Core BMP Technical Guide, FS-990a.

6. Forest Service Supplements to FP-14

7. Any project related permits obtained by the Government or Contractor and the conditions and restrictions contained within.

I. In case of conflict between codes, reference standards, Drawings and the other Contract Documents, the most stringent requirements shall govern. All conflicts shall be brought to the attention of the CO for clarification and directions prior to ordering or providing any materials or furnishing labor. The Contractor shall bid for the most stringent requirements.

1.3 DEFINITIONS APPLICABLE TO TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

A. The following words have the meaning defined in the Technical Portions of the Work:

1. Construction Documents: The Drawings and technical specifications that describe the Work and are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

2. Contracting Officer (CO): Representative of the Government overseeing the project.

3. Demolish: Typically through mechanical means, the complete removal of existing construction or existing features and legally dispose of off-site.

4. Existing to Remain/Retain/Protect: Existing items or features that are not to be removed and that are not otherwise indicated to be removed, removed and salvaged, or removed and reinstalled.

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5. Furnish: To supply and deliver to the site, to unload and unpack ready for assembly, installation, testing, and start-up.

6. Government: The USDA Forest Service, Owner.

7. Indicated: A word used to direct the Contractor to information contained on the drawings or in the Specifications. Terms such as “shown”, “noted”,” “scheduled”, and “specified” also may be used to assist in locating information but no limitation of location is implied or intended.

8. Install: Assembly, erection, placing, anchoring, applying, shaping to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, and cleaning, ready for the Owner’s use.

9. Installer: A person or firm engaged by the Contractor or its subcontract, or any subcontractor, for the performance of installation, erection, or application Work at the site. Installers must be expert in the operations they are engaged to perform.

10. Material in Kind: Material that matches existing materials, as much as possible, in species, cut, color, grain, size, and finish.

11. Provide: To furnish and install, ready for the intended use.

12. Remove: Detach items from existing construction or removal of existing features and legally dispose of them off-site, unless indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.

13. Remove and Salvage: Detach items from existing construction and deliver them to Owner ready for reuse.

14. Remove and Reinstall: Detach items from existing construction or entire existing features or structures, clean, repair, prepare for…