B08_140P1424Q0051_Attachment_1_Guardrail_Repair_SOW_2024.pdf

Yellowstone National Park WY 82190

GUARDRAIL REPAIR

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Table of Contents

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION PAGE No.

01110 SUMMARY OF WORK 3

01170 ACCIDENT PREVENTION ITEMS 6

01310 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION 8

01330 SUBMITTALS 10

01570 TEMPORARY CONTROLS 12

01600 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 14

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01110 SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Yellowstone Park will be repairing approximately 600 lineal feet of guardrail at the top of Sylvan Pass approximately 7 miles west of the East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park WY 82190. This approximately 600 lineal feet of repair work is anticipated to be almost all continuous.

B. Repairing 1,000 lineal feet of guardrail on Highway 212 approximately 24 miles east of Cooke City Mt Starting at Beartooth Lake and working East. This approximately 1,000 lineal feet of repair will not be a continuous 1,000 lineal feet as sections of this guardrail remain in working condition.

1.2 SPECIFICATIONS

Note: Repair of Guardrail will be specified as to which style of posts to be used for each Section depending on area of the Park. See attached drawings for each.

A. All steel guardrail shall be weathering steel W rail (Cor-Ten or equal) to match existing rail.

1. All hardware used shall be of weathering steel to match Corten rail with the exception of fastening nuts, they shall be of galvanized construction.

2. All rail height shall match existing rail along the repaired section.

B. Post shall conform to the drawings attached.

1. When steel posts are required, they shall be painted to match weathering Corten rail.

2. When wooden post are needed they shall conform with existing posts.(6”x8” square) dimensions listed on sheet I.2 (G4 w-beam Guardrail wood Posts) or (round wood posts/ flat plate layout details) in the attachments.

3. Any area where the typical 2 feet of material behind post is less than 2 feet use the 7’6” post described on sheet I.1 (Alternate Hole Arrangement Post and Block Detail) If metal post are being used in this situation they shall be at least 8’ long.

4. Reflectors shall be placed on posts consistent with sheet I.2 in attachments reference note #4. Every fourth post. These shall be included in the price/ lineal foot of installed railing.

C. All rail shall conform to existing rail on site. Any deviation from this will only be accepted with approval of contracting officer.

D. The Contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, and labor required to perform the work described in this specification. All materials shall be new and Contractor-furnished from outside the park unless specified as being provided by Government.

E. The contractor shall be responsible for disposal of all wooden post, metal posts, Blocks, and metal railing to include: Any other debris associated with removal and repair of guardrail.

F. An area for material storage will be provided by Yellowstone Park. This will be designated by Park personnel prior to the arrival of materials.

G. Contractor shall be responsible for all traffic control.

H. Yellowstone National Park will provide any back fill aggregate needed around newly installed posts.

1.3 LOCATIONS AND SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

A. Highway 212 east of Cooke City MT

• These sections will mostly be of square post design, any metal posts needed will be provided.

B. Sylvan Pass, Yellowstone National Park WY 82190

• 30- 25’ sections of w-beam rail 50 peaked wooden posts and any metal posts will be provided for this section by Yellowstone. Contractor will need to provide all hardware, blocks, reflectors, and end terminals (if needed).

1.4 PERFORMANCE PERIOD:

From August 26th to November 1st 2024 for both sections.

1.5 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. The Contractor shall field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work in this contract before ordering any materials, equipment, or parts. The scheduling of field verification site visits shall be coordinated with the COR.

1.6 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF PREMISES

A. Preservation of Natural Features: Confine all operations to work limits of the project.

Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

B. Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer Representative and utility companies of proposed locations and times for interruption of existing utility service, if appropriate.

C. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair of the utility at no additional expense to the Government.

D. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, the utility shall be repaired. Equitable adjustment will be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the General Provisions.

E. Hauling Restrictions: Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials. Load restrictions on park roads are identical to the state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent.

F. Work Limits: The Contractor shall be confined to conduct his work to job site area and work limits as shown on drawings or as approved by the Contracting Officer. Contractor shall be responsible to pay for rehabilitation work for any resource damage outside authorized work limits.

G. Care shall be taken to ensure that fuel, oil, and other spills do not occur. If spills occur, cleanup will be completed at no additional expense to the Government.

END OF SECTION 01110

SECTION 01170 ACCIDENT PREVENTION

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The work of this section consists of establishing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for establishing an effective accident prevention program that accounts for all phases of the work and the methods to ensure property protection and safety of the public, National Park Service personnel, and Contractor's employees.

C. The Contractor shall have plans for possible emergency situations, such as fires, slides, vehicle accidents, and wind storms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions and degree of exposure of persons and property.

D. At the preconstruction conference, the Contractor shall submit for approval an accident prevention program.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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

Provisions. In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements shall not be used.

B. Qualifications of Employees

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

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

3. Coordination procedures. Contractor shall ensure that operators of vehicles, mobile equipment, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be capable of operating such equipment safely.

1.3 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the Contracting Officer a DI 134 form, which may be obtained from Contracting Officer.

B. All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the Contracting Officer

Representative and Contracting Officer as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

1.4 PRODUCTS

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

B. PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

1.5 EXECUTION

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

B. Protective equipment

1. Contractor shall ensure that personal protective equipment is maintained in a serviceable condition.

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

C. Hard hats and protective equipment areas

1. Hard hats shall be worn at all times in locations and conditions as required by OSHA.

2. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear appropriate protective equipment at all times as required by OSHA.

D. Training

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

2. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

END OF SECTION 01170

SECTION 01310 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on this project including, but not limited to the following:

1. Supervisory and administrative personnel.

2. Project meetings.

3. Coordination procedures.

1.2 SUPERVISORY AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL

A. General: In addition to the project superintendent, the Contractor shall provide other supervisory and administrative personnel as required for proper work performance. This may include special personnel required for coordination of operations with subcontractors and material suppliers.

B. Staff roster: The Contractor shall submit a list of staff assignments, including subcontractor personnel (if applicable), working at the job site. Identify each individual and their duties and responsibilities.

1.3 POST AWARD COORDINATION

A. Submittals required prior to the Preconstruction Conference.

1. Letter designating the Project Superintendent.

2. Proposed construction schedule.

3. Schedule of values.

4. Accident prevention plan.

5. Site health & safety plan.

6. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

7. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses.

8. Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the Contactor and all subcontractors.

9. Waste and recycling plan.

B. Preconstruction Conference: Once the contract is awarded, an initial orientation meeting will be scheduled for a time and date that is agreeable to the Government and Contractor. Yellowstone personnel will be present to go over park specific requirements of the project with the Contractor and the Contractor’s supervisory and administrative team. The Notice to Proceed date will also be established at the Preconstruction Conference

1. Agenda: Items to be discussed will include but not be limited to:

1. Park Rules and Regulations.

2. General correspondence procedures.

3. Labor standards provisions.

4. Payroll reports.

5. Payments to the Contractor.

6. Acceptance/rejection of work.

7. Progress Meetings.

8. Subcontractors.

9. Documents required under contract.

10. Local emergency phone number.

11. Specifications and drawings.

2. Once the Notice to Proceed date has been established, the Contractor shall submit the proposed work schedule to the Government for approval.

END OF SECTION 01310

SECTION 01330 SUBMITTALS

A. The intent of this section is to explain submittal requirements before and during construction.

B. This section also includes the requirements for properly handling "Substitutions" and "Comparable

Products" the Contractor submits as being "equal" to the product that has been specified.

1.2 SUBMITTAL AND APPROVAL PROCEEDURES

A. All submittals shall be transmitted to the COR using National Park Service form CM-16.

1. No action will be taken on a submittal unless it is accompanied by a transmittal form.

2. All submittals shall be carefully reviewed by the Contractor prior to submission to the

Government to eliminate errors.

B. Manufactures' Catalog Sheets: Submit only pertinent pages and mark each copy of standard printed data to identify products proposed for use. Submittal forms with attached Manufactures' Catalog Sheets that are not marked to identify products proposed for use will be disapproved by the COR and shall be resubmitted by the Contractor.

C. The Contractor shall forward submittals to the COR in accordance with the milestones listed in section 01110, paragraph 1.3 and the submittal list in Section 01310, paragraph 1.3.

D. The Contracting Officer Representative will review and approve or disapprove and provide comment to submittals in as short a timeframe as possible, but not to exceed 7 calendar days.

1.3 REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVED EQUALS

A. For each "Substitution" or "Comparable Product" the Contractor submits as being "equal" to the product that has been specified, the Contractor shall submit supporting documentation that includes:

1. Statement indicating why specified material or product cannot be provided.

2. Detailed comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

3. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

4. Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

5. Product data, including drawings, descriptions, fabrication, and samples as appropriate.

6. Manufacturer's literature regarding installation, operation and maintenance, schematics for electrical systems, and parts lists.

a. Describe availability of maintenance service and state a source of replacement parts and materials.

B. A request for approval constitutes a representation that the Contractor:

1. Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal to or superior in all respects to that specified.

2. Shall provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

3. Has determined the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

4. Shall coordinate the installation of the alternate item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

5. Wavier all claims for additional expenses the may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

C. If all of the requirements listed above are not met by the Contractor, the COR will disapprove the "Substitution" or "Comparable Product" request.

END OF SECTION 01330

SECTION 01570 TEMPORARY CONTROLS

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for providing temporary controls.

1.2 HOUSEKEEPING

A. Keep project site neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times.

B. Provide enough containers for collecting construction debris and construction materials to be recycled.

C. Keep volatile wastes in covered containers.

1.3 DISPOSAL

A. Unless otherwise specified, all removed material becomes the property of the Contractor and shall be disposed of outside the park. Metal parts may be placed in the recycle roll-off boxes provided by Yellowstone Park.

B. Immediately remove hazardous rubbish from project site. Place other construction debris in refuse containers at least daily. Dispose of refuse at least weekly, in a legal manner, at public or private dumping areas outside the park. Do not burn or bury refuse inside the park.

1.4 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

A. Extinguisher shall have a minimum UL rating of 2-A: 10-B: C.

1.5 AIR AND WATER POLLUTION CONTROL

A. Take all necessary reasonable measures to reduce air and water pollution by any material or equipment used during construction.

B. Do not dispose of volatile wastes or oils in storm or sanitary drains.

C. Do not allow waste materials to be washed into streams or bodies of water.

1.6 TRAFFIC CONTROLS

A. Traffic Controls: Erect and maintain barricades, lights, danger signals, and warning signs in accordance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), Part IV, latest edition and Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Brides on Federal Highway Projects (FP-14), Section 635.

1. Protect existing site improvements to remain including curbs, pavement, and utilities.

2. Maintain access for fire-fighting equipment and access to fire hydrants if appropriate.

3. Illuminate barricades and obstructions at night; if working nighttime hours.

4. Protect pedestrian traffic by guardrails or fences when appropriate.

5. Install Barrier Tape. Keep a minimum of two rolls on site at all times.

B. Perform work in a manner that assures the safety and convenience of the public and protects the workers and property adjacent to the project.

C. MAINTAINING ROADWAYS DURING WORK: Perform roadway maintenance as follows:

1. Erect or remove temporary signage when needed as required by the traffic control plan.

2. Remove accumulations of soil and other material from traveled way.

3. Maintain the roadway in a safe and acceptable condition. If corrective action is requested and the corrective action is not taken immediately, the condition may be corrected and the cost of the corrective action deducted from monies due the Contractor.

4. Institute a 25 mph speed limit in areas within the construction limit.

D. MAINTAINING ROADWAYS DURING NON-WORK PERIODS: Maintain roadways and traffic control for two-way traffic during all periods when work is not in progress.

E. LIMITATIONS ON CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS: When the roadways is open to public traffic, restrict operations as follows:

1. Limit construction caused delays to public traffic to a maximum of 25 minutes per passage through the project.

2. For alternate one-way traffic control, provide a minimum lane width of 11 feet. For two-way traffic, provide a minimum lane width of 10 feet. Use barricades, drums, or other acceptable devices to delineate traffic lanes through areas where the edge of pavement or intended path has been obliterated by construction operations.

3. Locate staging areas at least 25 feet from the travel way (if Possible) or behind acceptable traffic barriers. Obtain approval of the location and access to staging areas.

4. Park equipment at least 25 feet from the traveled way (if Possible) or behind acceptable traffic barriers.

5. Provide two-way radio communications between flaggers and between flaggers and pilot car if used.

6. Where switching traffic to a completed lane, provide adequate personnel and equipment to set or relocate traffic control devices.

1.7 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

B. Cleaning of Equipment: The Contractor shall ensure that prior to moving on to the Project

Area, all equipment, is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Ensure that all equipment has been pressure washed and is free of exotic species prior to start-up of operations and moving of equipment to Project Area.

Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds, and other debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools are not required.

END OF SECTION 01570

SECTION 01600 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for selection of products for use in this Project; product delivery, storage, and handling; manufacturers' standard warranties on products; special warranties; product substitutions; and comparable products.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Products: are items purchased for incorporating into the Work, whether purchased for this Project or taken from previously purchased stock. The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "system," and terms of similar intent.

1. Named Products: are items identified by manufacturer's product name, including make or model number or other designation shown or listed in manufacturer's published product literature that is current as of date of the Contract Documents.

2. New Products: are items that have not previously been incorporated into another project or facility, except that products consisting of recycled-content materials are allowed, unless explicitly stated otherwise. Products salvaged or recycled from other projects are not considered new products.

3. Comparable Products: are a product that is demonstrated and approved through the submittal process outlined in Section 01330 and have been proven to have the indicated qualities related to type, function, dimension, in-service performance, physical properties, appearance, and other characteristics that equal or exceed those of the specified product.

B. Substitutions: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those required by the Contract Documents and proposed by Contractor that have been approved through the submittal process outlined in Section 01330.

C. Basis-of-Design Product Specification: Where a specific manufacturer's product is named and accompanied by the words "basis of design," including make or model number or other designation, to establish the significant qualities related to type, function, dimension, in- service performance, physical properties, appearance, and other characteristics for purposes of evaluating comparable products of other named manufacturers that have been approved through the submittal process outlined in Section 01330.

D. Manufacturer's Warranty: Preprinted written warranty published by individual manufacturer for a particular product and specifically endorsed by manufacturer to the Government.

E. Special Warranty: Written warranty required by or incorporated into the Contract Documents, either to extend time limit provided by manufacturer's warranty or to provide more rights for the Government.

1.3 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store, and handle products using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss, including theft. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

B. Delivery and Handling:

1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at Project site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

2. Coordinate delivery with installation time to ensure minimum holding time for items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft, and other losses.

3. Deliver products to Project site in an undamaged condition in manufacturer's original sealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

4. Inspect products on delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

C. Storage:

1. Store products to allow for inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units.

2. Store materials in a manner that will not endanger Project structure.

3. Store products that are subject to damage by the elements, under cover in a weather- tight enclosure above ground, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation.

4. Comply with product manufacturer's written instructions for temperature, humidity, ventilation, and weather-protection requirements for storage.

5. Protect stored products from damage and liquids from freezing.

6. Yellowstone will provide an off-project site storage area if needed.

END OF SECTION 01600