Attch_1_-__Statement_of_Work___Parking_Lot_Repair_-_Seal_Coating_(UMESC).pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK FOR SEALCOAT, FILL CRACKS AND RE-STRIPING OF

WEST PARKING LOT

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

a. Introduction The Department of the Interior (DOI), U.S. Geological Survey

(USGS), Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center (UMESC) 2630 Fanta Reed Road, La Crosse, Wisconsin 54603 requires repair of cracks, seal coating and re-striping of the West Visitors Parking Lot.

b. Background: See attached pictures for additional information. The existing West Parking Lot has significant deterioration and cracking of the pavement.

Most of the parking lot striping has deteriorated to the point of not being visible.

The West Lot is approximately 37,000sf.

c. Scope: Services, construction, to provide all equipment, labor, travel, and materials (unless otherwise provided herein) necessary to fill cracks, apply sealcoat and restripe the West Parking Lot according to all federal, state and local codes.

2. WORK REQUIREMENTS

a. Phase I: Preparation: Contractor shall machine clean and sweep all dirt and loose particles. Treat any oil and or gas stains. Clean all weeds and vegetation from cracks. Mechanically rout and fill cracks in West parking lot indicated on site plan. Routed cracks to be blown free of foreign debris with high compressed air. Fill cracks with material compatible with GSB 287vm.

b. Phase II: Pothole Repair: Fill and repair any potholes with new Hot Mix Asphalt according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

c. Phase III: Repair Alligator Cracks: Remove all dirt, dust and vegetation on alligatored area. Heat alligatored pavement area to a temperature between 290°F and 325°F to soften pavement. Scarify heated softened asphalt with an asphalt rake to a depth of 2-3 inches. Add an asphalt binder specified for the repair of alligator cracks at a rate of .20 gallon per square yard while pavement material is still soft and workable. Mix binder into heated softened asphalt with the asphalt rake. Level smooth with rake and compact area with either a plate compactor or asphalt roller. Add additional blacktop material as necessary to assure a smooth, flush finish to adjoining pavement surface.

d. Phase IV: Sealcoating: Seal coat West Parking Lot as indicated on site plan, using GSB 287vm seal coat, Technical Sheet attached. All work to be performed in a clean and workmanlike manner according to National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA). This Project calls for two coat application at a minimum.

Sand additive shall not be required if GSB 287vm is utilized for this Project. All edging to be done by hand and main body of parking area to be machine applied.

e. Phase V: Striping: Restripe existing layout, (handicapped stalls, numbers, letters, hashed lanes, etc.) using OSHA approved set fast heavy yellow traffic paint.

Painting of curbs not included.

i. Parking space dimensions Parking Angle Space Width Space Length Width at Curb 90º 10’ 18’ 10’ 60º 9’6” 18’ 11’

d. General Requirements

i. The contractor shall include a draft design and tentative work schedule with their proposal and adhere to the contracted design and schedule once awarded. Any deviation must be approved via the change order processes.

ii. Work shall be performed outside of regularly scheduled facility hours (7:30am-4pm; Mon. – Fri.). Work performed by the Contractor outside of normal facility hours must be coordinated with the USGS TL at least 48 hours in advance.

iii. Coordinate work with the USGS TL to ensure any facility research equipment or studies are not interrupted or disturbed. Contractor will be responsible for any work performed as part of this contract that causes damage to existing equipment or negatively impacts ongoing research.

iv. After application and paint cordon off parking lot to vehicular traffic on any portion of the finished pavement until it has cured sufficiently and at least 24 hours has elapsed.

v. General Contractor shall provide enclosures and barricades throughout the site where necessary to exclude trespassers, eliminate safety hazards and facilitate the progress of work.

vi. All Construction shall be in compliance with requirements of 2015 International Building Code and the guidelines of the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA).

vii. All materials shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and installation instructions.

viii. Contractor shall provide equipment as the Government deems necessary to minimize debris in and around work areas.

ix. Contractor shall daily clean or cover surfaces or equipment impacted by construction work and remove any debris created by the demolition and/or installation from this project.

x. Contractor shall ensure that no damage occurs to the surrounding buildings or equipment. Contractor shall be responsible for any repair costs due to damage to surrounding ponds, fencing, or piping caused by construction or demolition as part of this project.

xi. Contractor shall carry a minimum of $1,000,000 liability insurance against potential facility and or equipment damage.

xii. Contractor shall gain approval from the TL prior to entry into other areas of the facility not directly related to this project scope. Entry into offices, mechanical/electrical spaces and or laboratories without permission from USGS TL is prohibited.

xiii. Contractors shall notify the TL of any issues affecting project completion or delivery dates as soon as practical but no later than 24 hours.

xiv. Contractors shall provide their own toilet facilities as part of this project.

Use of UMESC facilities is prohibited.

xv. Electrical outlets will be identified by the Technical Liaison (TL) for supplying power to Contractors 120vac tools for this Project. Existing electrical circuits are 15 amps max rating. Contractor shall be responsible for providing portable generators if different voltages or power requirements are needed for Contractor equipment.

b. Project Completion Documentation:

i. Final Inspection and Acceptance Criteria

1. Upon successful completion of the installation and prior to the Final Acceptance, the Contractor shall ensure that there are no apparent defects in the parking lot or striping work. Contractor shall notify TL in writing or email requesting a site inspection for the purpose of formal acceptance of the completed work.

2. The Contractor shall notify the TL in writing to request a Final Inspection and Acceptance Test no later than 15 business days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. All aspects of the work shall have been evaluated by the Contractor and found to be correctly installed and ready for final evaluation prior to the Contractor requesting the inspection.

3. Acceptance by the Government will be given only after the satisfactory completion of the work as outlined in this Scope of Work. Project acceptance can be issued only by the project Contracting Officer (CO).

ii. Warranty Work and Service

1. The Contractor shall warranty all workmanship to meet the specifications set forth in this SOW. Additionally, the Contractor shall warranty all Contractor workmanship for a (minimum) period of 12 months from the date of Government acceptance.

c. Deliverables

i. Repair, sealcoat and restriping to be complete within 60 days of notice to proceed.

2. SUPPORTING INFORMATION

a. Place of Performance: UMESC; 2630 Fanta Reed Rd. La Crosse, WI. West Parking Lot.

b. Period of Performance: 60 days from notice to proceed.

c. Government Furnished Property (GFP): None.

d. Special Considerations

i. None.

West Lot: Existing

West Lot: Proposed New Stall Quantities and Widths